Town of New Scotland

The board discussed several operational and administrative matters including epoxy flooring for the Hilton Barn, the engagement of a new dog control attorney, and various personnel actions for the Highway and Parks department such as new hires, a CSEA contract MOU, and a trash collection contract addendum. The board also addressed appointments for the positions of Town Historian and Director of Community Events, reviewed department reports, approved bill payments, and authorized several budget modifications to address funding needs across various funds and departments.

The board approved facility use agreements with the County of Albany for the Town Hall and Community Center. Members discussed the vacancy for the Town Historian position and decided to advertise for the role. The board authorized a contract with Birch and Bee for repairs to the Hilton Barn doors and approved the purchase of a new 8-ton roller for the Highway Department using CHIPS funding. New membership applications for the Onesquethaw Volunteer Fire Co. were approved, and the hiring of a part-time Personnel Administrator was confirmed. The board also handled routine department updates, reviewed liaison reports, authorized payment of outstanding bills, and approved necessary budget modifications before entering into an executive session.

The board approved the purchase of a new furnace for the Community Center, the hiring of a full-time Code Enforcement Officer and a new laborer for the highway department, and declared a senior van as surplus. Key actions included approving 2026 highway expenditures, authorizing the use of town resources for Community Care Day, and endorsing an application for a groundwater study grant. Additionally, the board approved various budget modifications for 2025 and 2026 related to generators, equipment, and van purchases, and addressed public comments regarding the Hilton Barn and grant projects.

The board reviewed several development applications, including a site plan for a shipping container storage and leasing yard, a major residential subdivision proposal, and multiple special use permits for battery energy storage systems. Discussions centered on site plan requirements, noise studies, stormwater management, water supply support for the fire department, and construction timelines. The board also addressed minor subdivision updates and received reports on previously approved projects.

The meeting focused on the recommendation from a committee regarding the contract award for the engineering and construction observation phases of the Clarksville Sidewalk Project. The Board reviewed the evaluation of submissions from consultants, which followed state department of transportation guidelines. Following the review, the Board passed a resolution to hire Barton and Loguidice for the project, authorizing the supervisor to sign the contract contingent upon finalized pricing.