Village of Massena

This document serves as an official notice for a regular meeting of the Board of Directors for the Business Development Corporation for a Greater Massena held at the Massena Town Hall.

The board reviewed an application for the construction and development of a 635MW data center campus by NY Digital Investment Group LLC. Key discussion points included referring the project to the Zoning Board of Appeals to determine if data centers are an acceptable use in an industrial zone, initiating the SEQR lead agency inquiry process, and planning for the hiring of consultants to oversee specialized reviews regarding energy impact, noise analysis, traffic, cooling systems, backup power, emergency response, and physical and economic impacts. The board also discussed the creation of a host community agreement and established a process for keeping the public informed on project milestones.

The board approved the hiring of a library aide, signed a lease-purchase agreement for a highway truck, and authorized membership in the New York State Town Clerks Association. Key resolutions included securing a grant for tourism, entering a host site agreement with the National Pro Fishing League, and contracting services with the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce. The board also amended a water supply agreement with the Village of Massena, reviewed and approved warrant invoices for various funds, and performed necessary budget and cash transfers. Additionally, the board discussed industrial development and community safety concerns, approved an escrow agreement, and conducted an executive session to discuss legal and financial matters.

The meeting included reports from the Friends of the Library regarding fundraising and future events, and committee updates on finance, planning, and policy matters, specifically the adoption of a new budget policy. The Director's report covered capital project updates including heating system upgrades and security system installations, negotiations regarding union membership for part-time workers, and various community outreach programs. Additionally, the Board approved the payment of outstanding bills and conducted an executive session where a new library aide was hired.

The board convened to conduct business and entered into an executive session to discuss matters related to the medical, financial, credit, or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal, or removal of a particular person or corporation.