Village of Greenwood Lake

The board meeting agenda included public hearings concerning amendments to local laws regarding peddling and soliciting, as well as an application for Community Development Block Grant funding for the installation of an ADA-compliant elevator at the municipal building. Additional discussion topics covered various correspondence, reports from departments and boards, old business items such as the transportation safety action plan and water infrastructure projects, and new business items including seasonal park operations, lake management, and community events. Furthermore, the meeting addressed several resolutions concerning the hiring of seasonal staff, appointment of a building inspector, housing commitments, insurance selection, and water system improvements.

The board meeting agenda included announcements regarding holiday festivals and ceremonies, and the review of correspondence regarding upcoming meeting schedules and local community events. Departmental reports were presented for the parks, public works, police, and water departments, alongside updates from trustees and staff. Business items covered included planning for local contests, workshops for the comprehensive plan, discussions on invasive species grants, ice safety, sanitation holiday schedules, and local athletic registrations. The board reviewed several resolutions related to the 2026 meeting schedule, refuse removal services, holiday schedules, election logistics, and firework display contracts. Additionally, the meeting addressed budget amendments across various municipal accounts including CHIPS grants, insurance, police services, and municipal dues.

The board meeting agenda included various announcements regarding local events and community updates. Correspondence covered topics such as grant awards, personnel resignations, zoning code amendment petitions, and registrar re-appointments. Reports were provided by department heads including Parks, DPW, Police, and Water. Key agenda items included discussions on leaf and brush drop-off, a holiday festival, a comprehensive plan workshop, and a zoning change presentation. The board addressed resolutions regarding the appointment of the registrar of vital statistics and an application for a cybersecurity grant, in addition to approving the payment of audited bills and budget amendments.

The board conducted two public hearings: one regarding the adoption of a local law to amend village code to prohibit door-to-door commercial solicitation, and another concerning a community development block grant application to install a new ADA-compliant elevator at the village courthouse. Discussions were held with an engineer regarding the upcoming water plant refurbishment project, the necessity of securing additional bond funding, and the strategy for bidding the project while adhering to state requirements. Reports were also provided by the Department of Public Works regarding maintenance and road paving programs.

The board meeting featured a public hearing regarding the adoption of a local law to amend regulations on peddling and solicitation to restrict commercial door-to-door sales. The budget for the upcoming fiscal year was discussed, highlighting a 5.8% increase due to rising insurance costs, sanitation contract fees, and the transition to a full-time building inspector. A promotion ceremony was held for a new police sergeant, and the board recognized the passing of a longtime community member. Additionally, the meeting included updates on the Village's recent Facebook page security breach and various department reports, including public works improvements at field facilities, police department performance statistics and personnel updates, and ongoing water utility maintenance.