Village of Valatie

The meeting focused primarily on the application review for Heim Enterprises LLC regarding the use of the property at 4030 Chatham Street. The discussion revolved around a court annulment that remanded the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) decision concerning whether the prior use, Yonder Farms, constituted abandonment of the existing nonconforming use under the zoning code phrase "Equipment, Trailer Rental or Sales yard." The attorney explained the court's determination regarding the ambiguity of the code regarding parking versus renting/selling equipment. It was noted that a subsequent proposed use by All Conditions Roofing was disallowed due to being more intensive. The ZBA attorney reviewed the code section concerning changing nonconforming uses. Following this, Mr. Heim's attorney requested a Public Hearing, which the Board scheduled for November 19, 2025.

The Public Hearing commenced with the opening of the public hearing regarding an application by GHSB Properties, Inc., proposing a subdivision of property on Horseshoe Drive into four lots. After observing a mandatory waiting period for public comment and receiving no addresses from the audience, the public hearing was closed. The Board subsequently approved the GHSB subdivision application. Another matter discussed involved Mark Stephenson's interest in purchasing the River Street Mill for the purpose of adding duplexes; the Chairman advised Mr. Stephenson on the necessary preliminary steps required before presenting to the Planning Board.

This document outlines the Village of Valatie's Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Plan (CARP), serving as a roadmap to enhance community resilience against climate change impacts. The plan focuses on addressing vulnerabilities, developing a shared vision, and implementing adaptation strategies across infrastructure, environmental, and societal sectors. Key objectives include assessing community assets and threats, fostering public engagement, and preparing for extreme weather events to protect vulnerable populations, preserve agricultural resources, and integrate climate-adaptive practices for a resilient future.

The Village of Valatie Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on September 20, 2022, approving the minutes of the August 16, 2022 meeting and the abstract of bills totaling $73,895.59. Reports were given on Main Street sidewalk repairs, the Old Mill building ownership, and the Climate Smart Task Force's activities, including the upcoming vulnerability assessment and climate adaptation plan. Other topics included the leash law, Parks maintenance, and various department updates.

The Village of Valatie Board of Trustees held its end-of-year meeting on May 24, 2018, approving several resolutions. These included the approval of end-of-year claims totaling $46,943.19, renaming a road to Cotton Mill Lane per a resident's request, and authorizing budget adjustments. Additionally, the board approved funding for children's summer camp, tax bill distribution, the hiring of a new Deputy Clerk, a grant for the Valatie Theater, a contract with T-Mobile, and new signs for the Overlook.