Town of Cairo

The board discussed hiring a consultant to address past budgeting and auditing issues caused by tax calculation errors, evaluated the exclusion of sidewalk repairs from the budget, and reviewed the South Cairo Water District project. Additionally, the board considered a grant for park improvements, reviewed preliminary budget updates, and discussed a comprehensive plan update which includes future plans for online meeting streaming, public survey progress, and letters of support from various officials. Resolutions were passed to hire a budgeting consultant and to authorize a public hearing for the preliminary budget, while a proposal to override the tax levy limit was tabled.

The board conducted public hearings regarding the extension of the town water and sewer districts. Discussions included requests for dog training classes at the park and updates on the status of 584 Main Street, including pending demo bids. The grant writer provided status reports on various department grants and Little League field renovations. The board passed resolutions authorizing bridge project funding, contract administration services for park rehabilitation, the waiver of a liquor license waiting period, acceptance of grant funds for Little League fields, a lease agreement for the community center, and the hiring or reinstatement of several part-time ambulance department personnel. Additionally, the supervisor was authorized to obtain a signature stamp for billing purposes.

The meeting was conducted as a Swearing in Ceremony where new and re-elected officials were officially sworn into their respective positions, including the Town Supervisor, Town Justice, and Town Council Members.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding a local law to override the tax levy limit and subsequently adopted the resolution to implement it. A public hearing for the 2026 budget was initiated but tabled for a future date, and the adoption of the final 2026 budget was also tabled. Additionally, a proposal to close the Town Hall on the day after Thanksgiving as a paid holiday for employees was considered but ultimately defeated.

The board meeting agenda includes the welcome of a new police officer and an increase in 911 sign mailing fees. Key business items involve the transition of the town audit to the 2024/2025 period and updates regarding property at 584 Main Street. The board addressed resignations from the Ambulance Department and a request for a livestock wash area for the Youth Fair. Additionally, the agenda covers updates on grant information, the Comprehensive Plan Committee, and several resolutions concerning fire district laws, the climate smart community program, ambulance equipment purchases, ambulance fee amendments, and various administrative appointments.