Town of Skaneateles

This document serves as the Town of Skaneateles' Comprehensive Plan, integrating various strategic efforts including an Open Space Plan, a Climate Action Plan, and a Hamlet Plan. It compiles and references critical documents and initiatives aimed at sustainable development and smart growth, providing a consolidated framework for the town's future direction.

The Town Board meeting agenda included discussions on several items, such as the abstract payment number #25-20, the Canine Cove Dog Control Contract, and design documents/bid services for the Austin Park Pickleball Courts. Further topics involved declaring a Parks Department F250 truck as surplus, reviewing a Planning Board request regarding the proposed facility expansion of Skaneateles Marine, and addressing the decommissioning plan and bond for the SUNN 1017 LLC Jordan Road Solar Project. The board also planned to review the 2026 Updated Town Department Fees, the Jordan Road PRV Repair, and the January-February 2026 meeting schedule. Announcements included the sale of 2025 Transfer Station Permits starting December 1st and open positions on the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals.

The meeting agenda included department reports from Highway, Planning and Zoning, Codes Office, Parks, Water, Engineer, Budget, Dog Control, and Fire Department. Key discussion items slated for action involved the Skaneateles Marina Site Plan, Abstract #25-15, a Change Order for Chimney Removal related to the Town Hall Roof Project, discussion regarding the Water Foreman Position Posting, a Water Meter Resolution, a Resolution for Water Tower Property Acceptance, and appointments for the Highway Department and the Town of Skaneateles Planner Position. Updates were also scheduled for the Andrews Road Water District and the Seniors of Skaneateles PEACE Luncheon.

The agenda for the Town Board Meeting included the Pledge of Allegiance, review of the minutes from the July 14, 2025 session, and Abstract #25-13. Key items scheduled for discussion were the appointment of a Highway Department Motor Equipment Operator and a period for Public Comment. The meeting also included a planned Executive Session dedicated to receiving Attorney Advice.

The Town Board meeting agenda included departmental reports covering Highway, Transfer Station, Planning and Zoning, Codes Office, Parks, Water, Engineering, Budget, Fire Department, and Community Garden activities. Key discussions included a Public Hearing for the 2026 Town of Skaneateles Budget and a Public Hearing for Local Law No. 4 of 2025 concerning the implementation and assessment of an Occupancy Tax. Other items involved an appointment for a Part-Time Substitute at the Transfer Station, updates regarding the DASNY Grant for the Skaneateles Austin Park Pickleball Project, an update on the Andrews Road Water District, and approval of a Change Order for the Austin Park Project. The board also addressed scheduling for the Town Hall Floating Holiday and noted upcoming department closings, including Veterans Day and Thanksgiving.