Town of Corning

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as a new computer for the bookkeeper, a policy regarding office safety, and a new well pump. Bids were considered for cleaning services, dog control, and IT services. The board also discussed the reappointment of the town assessor, an audit for the Town Clerk office, and a public hearing for a CDBG grant. Additional discussions covered the resignation from the ZBA, a postage and folding machine, mini-splits for the Assessor and CJFD office, repairs for the Justice Court Office and Town Meeting Hall, computer replacements, a NY Bricks Grant, the South Corning Bridge, a new truck for the Highway Department, budget workshops, and addressing the Town Board. The meeting also touched on Open Meetings Law and updates on bus service and community funding.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. A policy was discussed regarding the town clerk's office remaining locked for safety, which was ultimately tabled for further discussion. The council accepted a resignation from the ZBA and appointed a new member. Approval was given for allowing donations as prizes for the Fall Festival. Community comments included questions about the cost of parties in the park and concerns about renovations. The meeting adjourned, and upcoming meetings and events were announced.

The meeting included discussions on the cleaning contract job description, comp time for employees, and when board minutes should be posted to the website. The board approved ARPA fund spending for listed purchases, including transferring money to cover roof expenses. Discussions also covered the upcoming 2025 budget, including adjustments to court contractual funds, replacement of a totaled truck, a potential deep clean of the building, and a dog census. The board also discussed an invoice from Steuben County Finance Department and allocated funds for the 2024 election. A 3% raise for town employees was approved, excluding court security, following an executive session. Additionally, a tentative agreement between The Town of Corning and The CSEA Local 1000 was approved.

The meeting included discussions on water surveys, worker's compensation, bids for new outside doors, the Steuben County Work Experience Program, Local Law 3 of 2025 regarding a moratorium on Commercial Battery Energy Storage Systems, the Community Development Block Grant, and the purchase of a 2017 Elgin Sweeper. Updates were provided on the Fall Festival, ARPA report, water surveys, and the Clark St. playground. Community members raised questions about the ARPA report, work program jobs, Local Law 3, roadside clean-up, and ARPA funds.

The meeting included public hearings for Local Law 1 of 2025 regarding Timber Harvesting and Local Law 2 of 2025 regarding the Emergency Management Plan. The council approved both local laws. They also discussed a noise ordinance, bids for new outside doors, and the approval of a trailer for Ken Fields. Additionally, the council reviewed quotes for the 2024 audit and approved EFPR for the A fund audit. A revised procurement policy was accepted, and a conference request for Kathleen Morrow-Olmstead was approved. Updates were provided on potential public water for Northside residents and the growth of small businesses and hiking trails. Residents raised concerns about the roof payment, land donations, deed fraud alerts, Facebook content, and updates to Shawn Lane Park.