Village of Liverpool

The meeting included public hearings and discussions on three applications. The first involved a site plan review for a 700 sq. ft. addition to the Liverpool Fire Station at 1110 Oswego Street to provide sleeping accommodations. The application was approved with the condition that recently removed screening trees along Alder Street be replaced. The second public hearing concerned an application for a special permit to replace an existing garage with a larger detached garage at 719 Oswego Street; the applicant agreed to reduce the size to 25' x 24' to comply with variance requirements, and the application was approved. The third application involved a special permit and site plan review for a large 50' x 30' detached garage and replacement of rear decks at 519 First Street. Significant public concern was raised regarding the proposed garage's size, footprint, scale, and impact on views and drainage. The Board concluded the public hearing but did not immediately deny the applications, suggesting the applicant consult Village Design guidelines.

The meeting included discussions on the community newsletter feedback, relocation of a stop sign, and updates on the Comprehensive Plan survey. A public hearing was held regarding a porch encroachment at 303 4th Street, leading to authorization for the execution of a revocable license agreement. The board also discussed and introduced Local Law D of 2025 concerning solid waste management, setting a public hearing for January. Personnel changes in the Department of Public Works were addressed, including accepting the resignation of the Deputy Superintendent and appointing a successor. The board reviewed and authorized the mayor to sign the Crest Grant contract for DPW garage renovations, and approved the lease-to-own purchase of a new dump truck. Police and Codes STATS for November were presented, along with DPW statistics. Financial matters were also covered, including approving abstracts, transfers, and authorizing a withdrawal from the retirement reserve account to cover New York State retirement bills. The meeting concluded with a committee report on the Christmas in the Park event.

The meeting included a public hearing concerning the application of Michael Glynn to subdivide the lot at 908 Tulip Street (tax map #002.-06-17.0) into two new tax parcels. The Board acted as the lead agency for SEQR purposes, determined it was an unlisted, negative declaration action, and ultimately approved the subdivision from one to two parcels. A general discussion was held regarding the status of the Comprehensive Plan discussion, noting that the survey response time was extended to solicit further participation.

The combined organizational and regular meeting included numerous appointments for two-year, one-year, and contract terms for various Village positions, including the Deputy Village Clerk/Treasurer, Police Clerk, Code Enforcement Officer, and department liaisons. Official meeting dates for the year were established for the third Monday of each month. The Board approved appointments for the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals, noting a vacancy on the Planning Board. Advisory Committees were recognized, and official designees for legal, auditing, banking, and engineering services were made. The 2026 observed holidays and several operational policies were reaffirmed. During the regular session, the Board addressed public comments regarding committee transparency and the Memorial Day parade planning. A public hearing was held and passed Local Law No. D of 2025, which aligns permitted hours and days of operation for outside haulers with Village DPW practices, and the hauler permit fee was set at $250. The Arborist Agreement for 2026 was authorized. Discussion covered quotes for Village Hall painting and the delayed arrival of a new plow truck, prompting gratitude toward the Town of Cicero's highway department for assistance. Financial actions included approving abstracts and transfers for the tree fund, general fund, and sewer fund. The Board also retroactively approved the hourly rate for the newly appointed Deputy Superintendent of Public Works, Ed Weldin.

The board meeting included public comments regarding the Fair Housing resolution and the deteriorating condition of 2nd Street, prompting a request for state advocacy for repairs. Key actions included the appointment of Dennis Hebert to the Planning Board. The board scheduled a public hearing for Local Law No A of 2026 concerning the override of the NYS 2% Tax Cap. The Fair Housing Resolution was accepted to maintain eligibility for NY Forward and DRI grants. Resolutions were approved to support continued participation in the CNY Stormwater Coalition and to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with the Town of Salina for fuel, as well as an engagement agreement for legal services with Costello, Cooney, & Fearon. Mayor Finney was appointed as a signatory at Community Bank. The board accepted the resignation of DPW Superintendent Mike Neverette, effective April 1, 2026, and approved the hiring of two new DPW personnel. The salary of Village Clerk Desiree Salvagni was increased following the end of her probationary period. A budget modification of $170,000 was approved in the sewer fund to cover a major repair on Sergeant Lane and a deficit from a previous abstract. The board approved accepting a revised quote for replacing the police door. Statistical reports for the Police Department (December and Year 2025 vs 2024) and Codes actions for January 2026 were reviewed. The DPW reported on yard waste pickup and mentioned a critical low salt level requiring stock acquisition from the Town of Lysander. A park request for a flower sale at Johnson Park was approved. General Fund Abstract #9 was approved. The Tree Committee's request for $11,000 in the 2026/27 budget to maintain Tree City USA status was noted, and the board deferred a decision on funding training for a volunteer, emphasizing the need for a formal policy.