Newburgh public meetings in 2025
80 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission will approve its meeting minutes, review several returning determinations and ratifications for fence, window, roof and porch work, and hold public hearings on multiple renovation applications. Among the items is a proposal to construct a new three‑story building at 162 Dubois Street/North Miller Street.
- AR 2025-092 – Application to construct a new three‑story building at 162 Dubois St./North Miller St.
- AR 2025-086 – Application for extensive renovations (windows, doors, porch, roof, etc.) at 238 First Street by Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc.
- AR 2025-087 – Application for extensive renovations (windows, doors, roof, fence, lighting, stairway) at 11 South Miller Street by Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc.
- AR 2025-088 – Application for extensive renovations (windows, doors, porch, roof, garage door, etc.) at 128 Dubois Street by Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc.
- AR 2025-090 – Application to install a fence at 31 Liberty Street.
The Architectural Review Commission approved ten applications for historic‑preservation work, all by unanimous roll‑call vote. Approvals included fence installations, new windows, basement access, and extensive renovations by the Newburgh Community Land Bank. One application (AR 2025‑058) was sent back for revised plans and was not approved at this meeting.
- Approved fence installation at 26 Chambers Street (AR 2025‑067) – unanimous
- Approved new windows at 191 Chambers Street (2024‑068) – unanimous
- Approved basement access amendment at 204 Grand Street with condition to paint cast‑iron railing black (2024‑055) – unanimous
- Approved extensive renovation at 238 First Street (AR 2025‑086) – unanimous
- Approved renovation at 11 South Miller Street (AR 2025‑087) – unanimous
- Approved renovation at 128 Dubois Street with condition to add a ribbon driveway if possible (AR 2025‑088) – unanimous
- Approved fence installation at 31 Liberty Street (AR 2025‑090) – unanimous
- Approved new door at 70 Bay View Terrace (AR 2025‑091) – unanimous
City Council
The Newburgh City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed Local Law to amend the City Charter and add a Deputy City Manager. It will also vote on a resolution authorizing Amendment No. 2 to the CSX Transportation agreement for the Walsh Road Bridge replacement. Additional items include personnel and budget adjustments and recognitions of community members.
- Public hearing on Local Law amending City Charter Article III and Section C5.01 to add Deputy City Manager
- Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 2 to the CSX Transportation, Inc. agreement for Walsh Road Bridge replacement (PIN 8761.40)
- Resolution amending the 2025 Personnel Book to add a Deputy Police Chief position
- Resolution transferring $3,613.74 from Corporation Counsel OC Filing Escrow to City Clerk Legal Notices
- Resolution authorizing a service and master lease addendum with Ricoh USA, Inc. for an HR printer at $129.93 per month
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on a local law that amends the City Charter to create a Deputy City Manager role. It will also vote on a resolution confirming Michael Neppl as the appointed Deputy City Manager. Additional resolutions address a contract amendment for the Walsh Road Bridge replacement, a personnel book amendment for a Deputy Police Chief, and a $3,613.74 budget transfer for legal notices.
- Local Law amending City Charter Article III and Section C5.01 to add Deputy City Manager
- Resolution confirming Michael Neppl as Deputy City Manager
- Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 2 to CSX Transportation agreement for Walsh Road Bridge replacement
- Resolution amending 2025 Personnel Book to add Deputy Police Chief position
- Resolution transferring $3,613.74 from Corporation Counsel escrow to City Clerk legal notices
The City Council approved the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved Resolution No. 273 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Walsh Road Bridge replacement contract with CSX Transportation, Inc., also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting marked the final council session for members Robert Sklarz and Patty Sofokles.
- Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 273 – Walsh Road Bridge contract amendment (7-0)
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission will review requests to adopt and classify new job titles for the City and the Newburgh City School District. The body will also address personnel requests regarding reinstatement and testing dates.
- Request to adopt title of Deputy City Manager for City of Newburgh
- Request to adopt and classify title of Program Coordinator for NECSD
- Request to adopt and classify title of Program Liaison for NECSD
- Request for Reinstatement (Pulaski)
- Request for Alternate Test Date (Wagner)
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a series of personnel actions. These included a reinstatement request for P. Pulaski, an alternate date request for C. Wagner, a 30‑day extension of a custodian certification for NECSD, and the classification and adoption of the titles Program Coordinator and Program Liaison for NECSD. The commission also approved the December 2025 personnel report.
- Approved November 19, 2025 personnel report (unanimous)
- Approved reinstatement request for P. Pulaski (unanimous)
- Approved alternate date request for C. Wagner (unanimous)
- Approved 30‑day extension of custodian certification for NECSD (unanimous)
- Approved classification and adoption of title Program Coordinator for NECSD (unanimous, with amendments)
- Approved classification and adoption of title Program Liaison for NECSD (unanimous, with amendments)
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider extension requests for two site‑plan approvals, including a warehouse conversion and a new apartment building. It will also review several existing site‑plan applications and a special‑use permit for a church expansion and child day‑care. New business includes a proposal to establish a single‑family dwelling at 400 Liberty Street.
- 2024-14 site plan: convert existing warehouse at 24 Johnes Street to mixed‑use with 20 apartments, retail, food service and gym
- 2024-14 site plan: construct a 5‑story apartment complex at 24 Johnes Street with 34 units and 16‑space parking
- 2020-09 site plan amendment: four‑story mixed‑use building at 104 Washington Street
- 2025-19 site plan and special‑use permit: demolish office building, expand church and add child day‑care at 304‑310 Fullerton Avenue
- 2025-24 site plan: establish a single‑family dwelling in a vacant structure at 400 Liberty Street
The Board approved several one‑year extensions of site‑plan approvals and adopted the amended subdivision plan for Habitat for Humanity, all unanimously. It closed the public hearing on the child‑day‑care project and tabled that application. For the 400 Liberty Street single‑family dwelling, the Board waived the public hearing and site‑plan requirements and issued a Type II SEQRA declaration, each unanimously.
- Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan for 24 Johnes Street (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan for 104 Washington Street (unanimous)
- Closed public hearing and tabled Child Day Care application at 304‑310 Fullerton Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved amended subdivision plan for 505‑511 South Street, subject to ZBA variances (unanimous)
- Waived public hearing for 400 Liberty Street site‑plan (unanimous)
- Issued Type II SEQRA declaration for 400 Liberty Street project (unanimous)
- Waived site‑plan requirements for 400 Liberty Street, pending other reviews (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Newburgh IDA Board will conduct routine business such as roll call, approval of minutes, and the Treasurer's report. In new business, the board will consider a public hearing for Metal Wyze, Inc., a SEQRA review and approval for 191 Washington Street LLC, an extension request for Scobie, and authorizing staff to meet in executive session on personnel matters.
- Resolution 2025-12-15-01 – Public hearing for Metal Wyze, Inc.
- Resolution 2025-12-15-02 – Extension for Scobie
- Resolution 2025-12-15-03 – SEQRA resolution for 191 Washington St LLC
- Resolution 2025-12-15-04 – Approving 191 Washington Street LLC project
- Resolution 2025-12-15-06 – Authorizing agency staff executive session on personnel
The board approved the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes, the November 2025 Treasurer’s Report, and the November bill payments, each by unanimous vote. It also moved a comprehensive set of agency policies to the full board for consideration, again unanimously. Finally, the board adopted the proposed slate of officers for 2026 with all nominees confirmed.
- Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved November 2025 Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
- Approved November 2025 bill payments (unanimous)
- Moved Audit/Finance Committee policy package to full board consideration (unanimous)
- Moved Governance Committee policy package to full board consideration (unanimous)
- Adopted proposed 2026 officer slate (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Governance Committee is meeting to review several agency policies to ensure compliance with state mandates and reporting requirements. These policies will require full board approval.
- Review of Mission Statement
- Review of Agency By-laws
- Review of Anti-Harassment Policy
- Review of Code of Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies
- Review of FOIL, Local Labor, and Whistleblower Protection policies
The committee recommended adopting a new Records Retention and Disposition Policy. It also recommended that the full Board re‑adopt the Mission Statement, Bylaws, Anti‑Harassment, Board Duties, Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest, FOIL, and Whistleblower Protection policies for the 2026 calendar year. Counsel advised that the Uniform Tax Exemption Policy is ready for adoption with an effective date of January 1 2026. The committee supported keeping certified payroll and apprenticeship requirements and will continue reviewing OSHA training and drug‑testing provisions.
- Recommended adoption of Records Retention and Disposition Policy
- Recommended re‑adoption of Mission Statement, Bylaws, Anti‑Harassment, Board Duties, Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest, FOIL, and Whistleblower Protection policies for 2026
- Recommended adoption of Uniform Tax Exemption Policy effective Jan 1 2026
- Supported retaining certified payroll and apprenticeship requirements; further review of OSHA training and drug‑testing standards to continue
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission will determine the status of several returning applications for exterior renovations. The body will also hold public hearings for new applications involving storefronts, residential restorations, and one new construction project.
- Application to construct a new three-story building at 162 Dubois Street / North Miller Street
- Application for new storefront doors and sidelights at 249 Broadway
- Multiple restoration applications from Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc. for 238 First Street, 11 South Miller Street, and 128 Dubois Street
- Hardship application for new roof shingles at 47 Liberty Street WH
- Application for new windows, doors, and roof restoration at 400 Liberty Street
The Architectural Review Commission met on December 9, 2025 but did not have a quorum. Because of the lack of quorum, all applications were presented for discussion only and no formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded. The board did discuss details such as window styles for several projects, noting unanimous agreement on historically appropriate styles.
- All applications discussed; no approvals or denials recorded (no quorum)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Audit/Finance Committee will meet to review 11 agency policies to ensure compliance with state mandates and reporting requirements. These policies require full board approval following the committee's review.
- Review of Mission Statement
- Review of Investment Policy
- Review of Procurement and Property Acquisition/Disposition Policies
- Review of Fee Structure of the Agency
- Review of Internal Control and Recapture Policies
The Audit‑Finance Committee reviewed multiple agency policies, including the Investment, Procurement, and Property policies. Members noted two formatting issues in the Procurement Policy that need correction. No other recommendations or decisions were made.
City Council
The council adopted Resolution No. 262, authorizing the City Manager to accept a proposal and enter a $15,000 contract amendment with Arcadis of New York Inc. for the North Water Street Sewer Separation Project (vote 7-0). A motion was made and seconded to consider Resolution No. 263 for an $11,000 contract amendment with Arcadis for the North Interceptor Sewer Improvements, but the minutes do not record the final vote outcome. The meeting also approved the minutes from the November 24, 2024 council meeting.
- Approved minutes from the Nov 24, 2024 meeting (6‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 262 – $15,000 contract amendment with Arcadis for North Water Street sewer separation (7‑0)
- Moved and seconded Resolution 263 – $11,000 contract amendment with Arcadis for North Interceptor sewer improvements (outcome not recorded)
City Council
The council will consider several resolutions, including a $570,000 transfer from the Sewer Fund to fund emergency sewer repair on Broadway, contract amendments with Arcadis for engineering services on the North Water Street and North Interceptor projects, and a $104,400 cleaning contract for city‑owned buildings. Additional items include insurance renewal, a new assistant comptroller position, a capital reserve fund for the African‑American Burial Ground Downing Park project, a call‑recording service agreement, adoption of a housing strategy, and ordinance amendments.
- Transfer $570,000 from Sewer Fund to DPW for Broadway emergency sewer repair
- Contract Amendment No. 3 with Arcadis for North Water Street Sewer Separation Project – $15,000
- Contract Amendment No. 6 with Arcadis for North Interceptor Sewer Improvements Project – $11,000
- Building cleaning services contract with NSI Clean Worldwide, Inc. for 300 Broadway, 55 Broadway, and 123 Grand Street – $104,400 annually
- Intwine Connect, LLC call‑recording service for Police, Fire, and Water Departments – $198 per month
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council will approve the November 2025 minutes and receive the monthly financial report. Members will discuss the NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant, the CSX Underpass Beautification Plan, and a proposed revision to the tree permit in the local code. Additional updates include the Climate Smart Communities Task Force and a DEC Natural Resource Inventory Grant.
- Approval of November 2025 meeting minutes
- Monthly Financial Report presentation
- Discussion of NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant
- CSX Underpass Beautification Plan
- Tree Permit – Local Code Revision
The council approved the November 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The council tabled the 2024 Annual Report, the CAC website, and the Restoration Advisory Board/Stewart Air National Guard Water Project to the January meeting. The council confirmed the Christmas Tree Recycling Event will be held on January 10, 2026 at the Activity Center. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved November 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled 2024 Annual Report to January meeting
- Tabled CAC website to January meeting
- Tabled Restoration Advisory Board / Stewart Air National Guard Water Project to January meeting
- Confirmed Christmas Tree Recycling Event for Jan 10, 2026 at Activity Center
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will review four variance applications. The appeals request changes to yard setbacks, building height, and off‑street parking in the Low‑Density Residential, Broadway Corridor, and Downtown Neighborhood zones. The meeting will also include approval of the previous minutes.
- Appeal 2025-33: variance for front, west, and east yard setbacks and 6 off‑street parking spaces at 330 First Street (Low-Density Residential Zone)
- Appeal 2025-36: variance for a 20‑ft rear yard setback and one‑story height reduction at 120 Broadway (Broadway Corridor District)
- Appeal 2025-37: variance for front and side yard setbacks and 4 off‑street parking spaces at 44 Leroy Place (Low-Density Residential Zone)
- Appeal 2025-38: variance for a 23.5‑ft increase to the south side yard setback and 15 off‑street parking spaces at 143 Washington Street (Downtown Neighborhood Zone)
- Approval of meeting minutes
The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved area variance requests for properties at 330 First Street, 120 Broadway, and 44 Leroy Place. The request for a variance at 143 Washington Street was deferred pending a SEQRA review by the Planning Board. The board also approved the October 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approved Appeal 2025-33 area variance (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved Appeal 2025-36 area variance (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved Appeal 2025-37 area variance (unanimous roll‑call)
- Deferred Appeal 2025-38 pending SEQRA review (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
City Council
The Newburgh City Council will adopt the budget for fiscal year 2026. It will also approve a time extension for the Broadway Pedestrian and Traffic Signals Improvements contract and a cost‑reduction amendment for the Delano‑Hitch Aquatic Center project. Additional contracts for a Ricoh copier lease and Windows 10 support services are authorized.
- Resolution 252 – adoption of the FY2026 budget
- Resolution 248 – time extension for the Broadway Pedestrian and Traffic Signals Improvements contract with Verde Electric Maintenance Corp
- Resolution 250 – amendment with Arcadis reducing project cost by $490,034.22
- Resolution 254 – master lease for a Ricoh color copier at $353.40 per month for 48 months
- Resolution 255 – Windows 10 support service order with $1,950 implementation cost and $2,379 one‑year license fee
The City Council approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. It then adopted Resolution No. 248‑2025, authorizing Change Order No. 2 to extend the construction contract with Verde Electric Maintenance Corporation for the Broadway pedestrian and traffic signal improvements. The motion passed with six votes in favor and one councilmember absent, and the project remains scheduled for completion by next summer.
- Approved minutes from the Nov 10, 2025 council meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 248‑2025 authorizing Change Order No. 2 for Broadway pedestrian & traffic signal improvements (6‑1)
- Extended contract time with Verde Electric Maintenance Corporation for the Broadway project
City Council
The Newburgh City Council work session will adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget and certify tax base percentages. It will also consider several contract actions, including a time‑extension change order for the Broadway Pedestrian and Traffic Signals Improvements Project, a supplemental agreement with Clark Patterson Lee for $12,700 of construction‑administration services, and an amendment to the Arcadis contract that reduces its cost by $490,034.22. Additional items include a lease for a Ricoh color copier and a service order for Windows 10 support.
- Change Order No. 2 extending the Broadway Pedestrian & Traffic Signal Improvements contract (PIN #8005.26 & #8758.75) to September 3 2026
- Supplemental agreement with Clark Patterson Lee for construction‑administration engineering services for the Delano‑Hitch Aquatic Center, amount $12,700.00
- Amendment No. 1 to the Arcadis contract for the Delano‑Hitch Aquatic Center, reducing cost by $490,034.22
- Resolution adopting the FY2026 Budget for the City of Newburgh
- Master lease with Ricoh USA, Inc. for a color copier at $353.40 per month for 48 months
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission will hold a public hearing to amend its Rules and Regulations by removing the title "Watch Persons" and creating the title "Public Safety Attendant." The meeting will also review the minutes from October 15, 2025, receive a personnel report and certifications, and consider pending exams for several positions. A FOIL request from A. Browne will be addressed. No old business is listed.
- Amend Appendices: delete title of Watch Persons
- Amend Appendices: add title of Public Safety Attendant
- Review minutes from October 15, 2025
- Pending exams: Police Officer Agility Testing (Nov 15, 2025); Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee (Dec 13, 2025); Senior Code Compliance Officer (Dec 13, 2025)
- FOIL request – A. Browne
The Civil Service Commission unanimously amended the Appendices of its rules, replacing the title "Watch Persons" with "Public Safety Attendants". It also unanimously approved several personnel certifications and the November personnel report. A FOIL request was received and noted with no action taken. The meeting was adjourned at 1:13 pm.
- Amended Appendices to replace "Watch Persons" with "Public Safety Attendants" (unanimous)
- Approved Coordinator of Parent Involvement certification for 4 years (unanimous)
- Approved School Lunch Director certification for 1 year (unanimous)
- Approved Custodian certification for 2 years (unanimous)
- Approved Account Clerk certification for 2 years (unanimous)
- Approved Personnel Report for November 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from October 15, 2025 (unanimous)
- Received FOIL request from A. Browne; no action taken (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Newburgh Planning Board will review several site plan applications and special use permits. Items include converting existing buildings to mixed‑use residential use, establishing an art studio, and constructing new mixed‑use structures. The board will also discuss demolition, church expansion, and child day‑care proposals.
- Index 2022-13 – Site plan to convert and add mixed‑use residential buildings at 191 Washington Street (owner: 191 Washington Street LLC).
- Index 2025-20 – Special use permit for an art studio on the first floor of a three‑family building at 44 Leroy Place (applicant: Chris Berg/Fifth Street Architecture, PLLC).
- Index 2025-19 – Site plan to demolish a professional office, expand a church, and add a child day‑care at 304‑310 Fullerton Avenue (owner: Iglesia De Dios Fuente De Vida Eterna, Inc.).
- Index 2025-21 – Site plan to convert a vacant four‑family building into a 15‑unit apartment house at 143 Washington Street (owner: BJH 143 Washington Street LLC).
- Index 2025-22 – Site plan to construct a new three‑story mixed‑use structure at 825‑829 Broadway (owner: Angelo Balbo Management, LLC).
The Planning Board unanimously approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and a one‑year extension of the site‑plan approval for 191 Washington Street. It also unanimously approved the site plan and a one‑year special‑use permit for a children’s art studio at 44 Leroy Place, subject to parking on Grand Street and a corrected rental license. The Board issued a Type II SEQRA declaration for the art studio project and declared itself Lead Agency under SEQRA for the Fullerton Avenue church daycare application. A motion to hold a public hearing on the 143 Washington Street apartment conversion was defeated 2‑2.
- Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan for 191 Washington St (unanimous)
- Approved Site Plan and one‑year Special Use Permit for 44 Leroy Place art studio (unanimous)
- Issued Type II SEQRA declaration for 44 Leroy Place project (unanimous)
- Declared Planning Board Lead Agency under SEQRA for 304‑310 Fullerton Ave (unanimous)
- Declared intent to act as Lead Agency under SEQRA for 143 Washington St (unanimous)
- Closed public hearing for 44 Leroy Place (unanimous)
- Motion to hold public hearing for 143 Washington St defeated (2‑2)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Newburgh IDA Board will hold a public hearing for the 191 Washington Street LLC project, which proposes a $31 million affordable‑housing redevelopment of the former school site. The meeting will also consider a Provident Bank certificate of deposit resolution, approve the agency’s 1‑year and 2‑year budgets, and award a contract for video recording and livestreaming services.
- Public Hearing – 191 Washington Street LLC (affordable housing redevelopment, $31 M total cost)
- Resolution #2025-11-17-01, Provident Bank CD
- Resolution #2025-11-17-02, Approval of 1‑Year and 2‑Year Budgets
- Resolution #2025-11-07-03, Award of Video Recording and Livestreaming Services
The Newburgh IDA Board unanimously approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes, the October 2025 Treasurer’s Report, and October bill payments. It also approved a resolution to renew the Provident Bank CD at the 3‑month rate and a resolution to adopt the agency’s 1‑year and 2‑year budgets. Additionally, the board approved renewing the video recording and livestreaming services contract for 2026. The armory lease issue was discussed but no decision was made.
- Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved October 2025 Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
- Approved October 2025 bill payments (unanimous)
- Approved Provident Bank CD renewal (unanimous)
- Approved 1‑year and 2‑year budgets (unanimous)
- Approved renewal of video recording and livestreaming services contract (unanimous)
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission will approve minutes, consider a consent agenda, and review several old‑business hardship applications for roof, window, siding, and stairway work. It will ratify completed work on multiple properties and discuss an amendment to a previously approved application at 157 Liberty Street. The commission will hold public hearings on renovation and construction proposals at locations including 27 Bay View Terrace, 125 Johnston Street, 225 Dubois Street, 86 Broadway, and 43 Bay View Terrace.
- AR 2025-083 – Paint application using Benjamin Moore Historic Color palette at 171 Chambers Street (Applicant: Angela Boyd)
- AR 2025-074 – Renovate front porch and stairway, install new porch ceiling and columns at 27 Bay View Terrace (Applicant: Chris Berg/Fifth Street Architecture)
- AR 2025-075 – Rebuild storefront system, install new windows, repair cornice, add fence at 125 Johnston Street (Applicant: Chris Berg/Fifth Street Architecture)
- AR 2025-077 – Restore front entry door, façade windows, and front stairs, paint with historic colors at 225 Dubois Street (Applicant: Roy Campbell)
- AR 2025-081 – Install mural panels at 86 Broadway (Applicant: Rene Campos)
The commission unanimously approved the October 2025 meeting minutes and a consent agenda for a historic‑color paint request at 171 Chambers Street. It also approved several hardship and renovation applications, including window work at 85 Henry Avenue, siding work at 131 Montgomery Street (with a bead‑board condition), and window replacement at 79 Overlook Place (requiring 1/1 style windows). The board voted 5‑0 to approve a major amendment for 157 Liberty Street that adds new windows, siding, a storefront conversion and historic‑color paint. Additional approvals were given for projects at 27 Bay View Terrace and 267 Liberty Street, all passing unanimously.
- Approved October 2025 ARC minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved consent agenda AR 2025‑083 paint colors for 171 Chambers St (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved hardship window application AR 2024‑091 at 85 Henry Ave (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved siding application AR 2024‑069 at 131 Montgomery St with bead‑board condition (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved window replacement AR 2025‑069 at 79 Overlook Place with 1/1 style condition (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved amendment AR 2025‑027 for 157 Liberty St adding windows, siding, storefront conversion and historic‑color paint (5‑0)
- Approved renovation AR 2025‑074 for 27 Bay View Terrace (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved front entry stairway application AR 2025‑076 at 267 Liberty St (unanimous roll‑call)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing to receive resident comments on the 2026 annual budget. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding city contracts, personnel changes, and grant applications.
- Public hearing on the 2026 annual budget
- Contract with Lady Liberty Equipment LLC for a trench compactor for $33,850.00
- Proposed $9,500.00 grant application for the 2025 Bulletproof Vest Partnership
- Settlement of tax foreclosure litigation for 269 Liberty Street
- Addition of one Planning and Zoning Administrator to the Department of Planning and Development
The council voted 4‑3 to enter executive session at 6:10 PM and later voted 7‑0 to exit at 7:25 PM. Both motions carried. The council also approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Enter executive session (4‑3) – carried
- Exit executive session (7‑0) – carried
- Approve Oct 27, 2025 minutes (7‑0) – carried
Conservation Advisory Council
The council will review a special‑use permit application to create an art studio on the first floor of a three‑family building at 44 Leroy Place. Other agenda items include a Natural Resource Inventory presentation, the Chambers Street Tree Planting Project, and updates on grants, finances, and upcoming events. The meeting also covers approval of October minutes, a monthly financial report, and re‑appointments of council members.
- Special use permit application for an art studio at 44 Leroy Place (site plan review)
- Natural Resource Inventory (NRI) presentation by DEC representatives
- Chambers Street Tree Planting Project
- Discussion of NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant
- Draft resolution to request waterfront plan for Con Iron and incinerator/sewer plant areas
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Audit/Finance Committee of the Newburgh Industrial Development Agency will meet on October 30, 2025 to review the agency’s one‑year and five‑year budgets. The meeting is scheduled for 11:15 am at the Law Library, 83 Broadway, 2nd floor. No other agenda items are listed.
- Review of the agency’s one‑year budget
- Review of the agency’s five‑year budget
The Industrial Development Agency presented its proposed 2026 budget, showing total revenues of $632,061 and total operating expenditures of $394,540. The narrative notes an excess of revenues over expenditures of $244,520.59, while the detailed table lists an excess of $237,520.59. The City Council did not vote on or adopt the budget during this meeting.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several area variance requests regarding setbacks, lot coverage, and off-street parking. These requests affect properties in the Medium-Density, Low-Density, and Downtown Neighborhood districts.
- Appeal 2025-12: Setback and parking variance for 273 First Street
- Appeal 2024-36: Setback and landscaping variance for 10 & 12 Overlook Place
- Appeal 2025-32: Setback and parking variance for 145 Johnston Street
- Appeal 2025-33: Setback, lot coverage, and parking variances for 330 First Street (Lot A and B)
- Appeal 2025-34: Setback and parking variance for 15 Hasbrouck Street
The Newburgh Zoning Board of Appeals approved five area variance requests for properties on First Street, Johnston Street, Hasbrouck Street, and Liberty Street, and also approved the August 2025 meeting minutes. All approvals were passed by unanimous roll‑call vote. Each application was accepted as submitted.
- Approved variance for 273 First St (Appeal 2025-12) – unanimous
- Approved variance for 10 Overlook Place (Appeal 2024-36) – unanimous
- Approved variance for 145 Johnston St (Appeal 2025-32) – unanimous
- Approved variance for 15 Hasbrouck St (Appeal 2025-34) – unanimous
- Approved variance for 157 Liberty St (Appeal 2025-35) – unanimous
- Approved August 2025 minutes – unanimous
City Council
The Newburgh City Council will consider several resolutions, including a request for an Orange County tax exemption on the city’s reservoir and filter plant properties for 2027. It will also amend the 2025 Personnel Analysis Book to raise the grade and salary of the Arborist and the Plumbing Inspector, declare certain police, public works, and water department vehicles and equipment as surplus, and approve purchases of real property at 96 Carter Street and 21 Spring Street. Additionally, the council will authorize a renewal contract with BPAS Consulting for actuarial services related to retiree health benefits and consider a local law allowing a property tax levy above the General Municipal Law limit.
- Resolution 233: Request Orange County tax exemption for reservoir and filter plant properties for 2027
- Resolution 234: Change Arborist grade to 28 and Plumbing Inspector grade to 23 with salary increase to $69,861
- Resolution 235: Declare police, DPW, and water department vehicles/equipment surplus for disposal
- Resolution 237: Purchase 21 Spring Street property for $50,000 from Austin Moonesar
- Resolution 238: Renew BPAS Consulting contract for $17,900 for actuarial services (2026‑2027)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing resolutions to sell two city-owned properties and request a 2027 county tax exemption for reservoir and filter plant sites. The body is also discussing budget amendments for staff salaries and the disposal of surplus equipment.
- Private sale of 96 Carter Street to Steve Smith for $1,000.00
- Private sale of 21 Spring Street to Austin Moonesar for $50,000.00
- Request for Orange County tax exemption for reservoir and filter plant properties for 2027
- Contract renewal with BPAS Actuarial and Pension Services, LLC for $17,900 total (2026-2027)
- Salary change for Plumbing Inspector from $58,282.00 to $69,861.00
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing several site plan amendments for mixed-use and commercial conversions. The board will also consider subdivision requests and a special use permit for an art studio.
- Site plan amendment for a three-story mixed-use building at 27 South Water Street
- Site plan amendment for two mixed-use buildings at 140 Montgomery Street, 146 Montgomery Street, and 137 Smith Street
- Subdivision of 162 Dubois Street into two parcels
- Subdivision and construction of three-family buildings at 330 First Street
- Special use permit for an art studio at 44 Leroy Place
The Planning Board unanimously approved a negative SEQRA declaration for the site‑plan amendment at 27 South Water Street, then approved the amendment itself subject to outstanding City Engineer comments, and also approved a one‑year extension of that site‑plan approval. Similar unanimous approvals were made for other site‑plan amendments and a subdivision application, all with required SEQRA declarations and subject‑to‑comment conditions.
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration for 27 South Water St site‑plan amendment (unanimous)
- Approved site‑plan amendment for 27 South Water St, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of the 27 South Water St site‑plan approval (unanimous)
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration for 140/146 Montgomery & 137 Smith St site‑plan amendment (unanimous)
- Approved site‑plan amendment for 140/146 Montgomery & 137 Smith St, subject to comments (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary subdivision approval for 162 Dubois St, subject to City Engineer and Planner comments (unanimous)
- Approved site‑plan amendment for 157 Liberty St, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous)
- Issued Type II SEQRA declaration for the subdivision application at 44 Leroy Place (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Newburgh IDA Board will consider several resolutions, including a public hearing for the 191 Washington Street LLC development. It will also address a retroactive CD renewal for Provident Bank and waive local labor policy requirements for IV5 Limited on structural steel and precast wall work. The meeting includes discussion of the initial dissolution of the City of Newburgh LDC and a review of the agency’s labor policy.
- Resolution #2025-10-20-01 – Public Hearing for 191 Washington Street LLC
- Resolution #2025-10-20-02 – Nunc Pro Tunc renewal of Provident Bank CD
- Resolution #2025-10-20-03 – IV5 Limited waiver of local labor policy for structural steel
- Resolution #2025-10-20-04 – IV5 Limited waiver of local labor policy for precast walls
- Resolution #2025-10-20-05 – Initial dissolution matters for the City of Newburgh LDC
The board approved the June 30, 2025 and August 11, 2025 meeting minutes, the June‑September 2025 Treasurer’s Report, and the related bill payments, each by unanimous vote. It also passed a resolution amending the financial assistance package for 191 Washington Street LLC, authorizing sales‑tax and mortgage‑recording‑tax exemptions and a 30‑year PILOT for the commercial portion of the affordable‑housing redevelopment. All votes were recorded as unanimous.
- Approved June 30, 2025 and August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June‑September 2025 Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
- Approved June‑September 2025 bill payments (unanimous)
- Approved amendment granting sales‑tax, mortgage‑recording‑tax exemptions and a 30‑year PILOT for 191 Washington Street project (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Industrial Development Agency's Audit/Finance Committee is meeting to review the agency's budget for 2026.
- Review of the Agency's 2026 budget
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission will review certifications for several library and police positions. It will also consider pending exam dates for police and clerk roles. New business includes a request to adopt and classify the title of Planning & Zoning Administrator, a request to amend the job description for the Assistant School Lunch Manager for NECSD, and a request for an alternate test date for the Senior Clerk position.
- Adopt and classify title of Planning & Zoning Administrator
- Amend job description for Assistant School Lunch Manager for NECSD
- Request alternate test date for Senior Clerk exam
- Certifications for Library Assistant #60027780 and other library positions
- Pending exams: Police Lieutenant (Oct 18), Senior Clerk (Oct 18), Custodian (Nov 8), Account Clerk (Nov 8), Bilingual Account Clerk (Nov 8), Police Officer Agility Testing (Nov 15)
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission will consider multiple applications for exterior alterations, including paint color selections, window installations, and a proposed addition. Items on the consent agenda will be approved without discussion. The commission will hold public hearings on projects such as removing an ornamental façade molding, installing a new fence, and a hardship request for window replacement. The most extensive proposal is an addition to the building at 143 Washington Street.
- AR 2025-066: Application to build an addition and extensive exterior work at 143 Washington Street
- AR 2025-072: Hardship application to install new windows at 85 Henry Avenue
- AR 2025-064: Application to remove an ornamental front façade molding at 173 Broadway
- AR 2025-067: Application to install a new fence at 26 Chambers Street
- AR 2025-060: Application to install new windows, door, lighting, and other repairs at 161 Ann Street
The Architectural Review Commission approved the September meeting minutes and the consent agenda applications. It approved renovation projects for 44 Leroy Place (siding), 161 Ann Street (window amendment), 146 Renwick Street (windows and porch), 62 Benkard Avenue (windows), 143 Washington Street (addition), and 26 Chambers Street (fence). Two applications were tabled: 55 Lander Street and 191 Chambers Street.
- Approved September 2025 ARC minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved consent agenda applications AR 2025‑070, 071, 073 (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved siding replacement at 44 Leroy Place with condition (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved window amendment for 161 Ann Street (infill brick) (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved windows and porch work at 146 Renwick Street with condition (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved new windows at 62 Benkard Avenue (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved addition and related work at 143 Washington Street (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved 6‑ft fence at 26 Chambers Street with height specifications (unanimous roll‑call)
Examining Board of Plumbers
The Examining Board of Plumbers will review and approve the minutes from the previous meeting. It will examine new plumbing license applications. The board will also address any old business items and consider new business items.
- Review/approval of Minutes
- Review of Plumbing License Applications
- Old Business
- New Business
The Plumbing Board unanimously approved Barbera’s plumbing license application. The board tabled the applications of DiPoalo, Meli, and Bell pending additional required documents. No other business was conducted.
- Approved Barbera plumbing license application (unanimous)
- Tabled DiPoalo application pending additional materials
- Tabled Meli application pending additional materials
- Tabled Bell application pending additional materials
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a local law to exceed the property tax levy limit and the FY2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan. The body will also review the proposed 2026 budget and consider several municipal contracts and property transfers.
- Public hearing for Local Law to authorize property tax levy in excess of General Municipal Law Section 3-c
- Transfer of $650,000.00 from Sewer Fund to fund emergency sewer repair and other sewer work
- Contract with ACA Environmental Services, Inc. for asbestos abatement at Delano-Hitch Recreation Park Storage Building not to exceed $24,330.00
- Private sale of 30 Benkard Avenue to George Keyer III for $130,000.00
- Implementation of a city-wide Halloween curfew for minors 16 and under from 9:00 p.m. Oct 31 to 6:00 a.m. Nov 1
The City Council approved the minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Councilmember Shakur, seconded by Councilmember McLymore, and carried with seven ayes and no recorded nays. No other actions or votes were taken at this meeting.
- Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays)
City Council
The City Council held a work session to present the OSC fiscal stress score and the manager’s proposed 2026 budget. Council members scheduled public hearings on a local law that would permit a property tax levy exceeding the General Municipal Law limit and on the FY2026 Community Development Block Grant annual action plan. Several resolutions were adopted, including contracts for asbestos abatement ($24,330), a $650,000 transfer from the Sewer Fund for emergency repairs, and an energy supply agreement at $0.093260 per kilowatt‑hour. Additional items addressed included a city‑wide Halloween curfew for minors and the release of restrictive covenants on several properties.
- Local Law authorizing a property tax levy in excess of the General Municipal Law Section 3‑c limit
- Contract with ACA Environmental Services for asbestos abatement at Delano‑Hitch Recreation Park Storage Building, up to $24,330.00
- Transfer of $650,000 from the Sewer Fund to fund emergency sewer repairs and equipment
- Energy Services Contract with Direct Energy Business LLC and NRG Business Marketing LLC at $0.093260 per kWh for 24 months (2026‑2028)
- Resolution implementing a city‑wide Halloween curfew for minors 16 and under on Oct 31‑Nov 1, 2025
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council will review the proposed removal of the Walsh Road dam on Quassaick Creek as part of a coastal consistency review. The council will also consider a draft request to the City Council for stricter enforcement of illegal trash dumping and defacing, a resolution request for the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, and applications for a NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant. Additional items include a draft request for a waterfront plan covering the Con Iron and incinerator/sewer plant areas and the re‑appointment of council members.
- Coastal Consistency Review – Quassaick Creek Walsh Road dam removal
- Draft request to City Council for stricter enforcement of illegal trash dumping and defacing
- Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act Resolution Request
- NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant application
- Draft request for waterfront plan for Con Iron and incinerator/sewer plant areas
The council voted 4‑0 to find the updated Quassaick Creek‑Walsh Road dam removal design consistent with the Local Water Resource Plan, pending engineer comments and final review. The September 2025 minutes were approved unanimously and the meeting was adjourned unanimously. Several items were removed from the agenda or tabled for future discussion.
- Approved updated dam removal design as consistent with LWRP (4‑0)
- Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Removed draft appeal on illegal trash dumping from agenda (no status)
- Removed Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act resolution request from agenda (no status)
- Tabled NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant discussion until November
- Tabled CAC website draft letter of recommendations until November
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission is holding a public hearing to amend its rules regarding the Fire Commissioner title. The body will also review personnel reports and certifications for several city positions.
- Public hearing to add Fire Commissioner to the Non-Competitive Class
- Certifications for Sanitation Supervisor, Fire Lieutenant, Clerk, Bi-Lingual Clerk, and Principal Clerk
- Upcoming exams for Police Lieutenant and Senior Clerk on October 18, 2025
- Upcoming exams for Custodian, Account Clerk, and Bilingual Account Clerk on November 8, 2025
- Requests to amend job descriptions for Senior Typist, Superintendent of Public Works, and Fire Equipment Mechanic
City Council
The Newburgh City Council will vote on a series of resolutions, including confirming its role as lead agency and issuing a SEQRA Negative Declaration for the Newburgh Landing Pier Reconstruction Project. Additional items authorize the City Manager to sign easement documents for NYSDOT, approve contracts for water‑tank inspections and help‑desk software, and open a public comment period for the FY2026 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan.
- Resolution 205 – Declare City Council lead agency, accept full environmental assessment and issue SEQRA Negative Declaration for the Newburgh Landing Pier Reconstruction Project.
- Resolution 206 – Authorize execution of documents with NYSDOT for a temporary easement on property at 660 Little Britain Road, New Windsor.
- Resolution 208 – Contract with H2M Architects, Engineers, Geology, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, D.P.C. for water tank inspection services, not to exceed $15,400.
- Resolution 209 – Agreement with Ziff Davis LLC and Spiceworks for help‑desk management software and related services.
- Resolution 211 – Open a 30‑day public comment period and schedule a public hearing on Oct 14, 2025 for the FY2026 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan.
The Newburgh City Council approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Councilmember Shakur, seconded by Councilmember Sklarz, and passed with six affirmative votes. No other resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded. Public comments were heard but no decisions were made on them.
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a work session to discuss the reconstruction of the Newburgh Landing Pier and a proposed property tax levy exceeding the legal limit. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and scheduling public hearings for fiscal planning.
- Newburgh Landing Pier Reconstruction: Proposal for a 228-foot pier at 70 Front Street
- Water tank inspection contract with H2M Architects, Engineers, Geology, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, D.P.C. not to exceed $15,400.00
- International Residential Code plan review and training agreement with Russell Thornburg for $8,700.00
- Public hearing scheduled for October 14, 2025, regarding a property tax levy in excess of General Municipal Law Section 3-c
- Public hearing scheduled for October 14, 2025, for the FY2026 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan
Planning Board
The Newburgh Planning Board will consider several permit extensions, site‑plan approvals, and subdivision adjustments. Items include a special‑use permit to turn a church basement into a daycare, a site‑plan for two new warehouses, and a three‑story, ten‑unit apartment building at 194 Dubois Street. The board will also review old‑business items such as lot‑line changes on Broadway and a new‑business proposal to demolish a professional office and expand a church with a daycare.
- Special‑use permit to convert the basement of a church at 119 South Street into a day‑care (Living in Jesus Ministry Inc.)
- Site‑plan approval for two warehouses on vacant land at 70 Scobie Drive (375 Hasbrouck LLC)
- Lot‑line adjustment and lot combination at 194 Dubois Street & 197 North Miller Street (Stephen Taya Property Development, LLC)
- Site‑plan for a three‑story, ten‑unit apartment house at 194 Dubois Street & 197 North Miller Street (Stephen Taya Property Development, LLC)
- New‑business proposal to demolish an office building, expand a church and add a child day‑care at 304‑310 Fullerton Avenue (Iglesia De Dios Fuente De Vida Eterna, Inc.)
The Planning Board declared itself the lead agency under SEQRA for the 694‑696 Broadway project. It then issued a negative SEQRA declaration. The Board approved the preliminary subdivision plat, subject to outstanding City Engineer and City Planner comments. Finally, it approved the site plan as submitted, granting a 25% off‑street parking reduction, all by unanimous roll‑call vote.
- Declared Planning Board as Lead Agency under SEQRA (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved preliminary subdivision plat, subject to outstanding comments (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved site plan as submitted with 25% parking reduction, subject to comments (unanimous roll‑call vote)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The City of Newburgh Industrial Development Agency will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. to consider proposed revisions to its Uniform Tax Exemption Policy. The existing and proposed policies are available on the agency’s website and at its offices. A transcript or summary report of the hearing will be provided to agency members.
- Public hearing scheduled for Sep 15, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at the City of Newburgh Activity Center, 401 Washington Street
- Consideration of proposed revisions to the Agency’s Uniform Tax Exemption Policy (UTEP)
- Existing and proposed policies can be viewed on the agency website and obtained at the agency’s offices
- A transcript or summary report of the hearing will be made available to agency members
- Written comments may be submitted to Executive Director Cherisse Vickers, 83 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Newburgh, NY 12550; phone 845‑569‑7369
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Newburgh Industrial Development Agency met to consider several items, including a public hearing on the Uniform Tax‑Exempt Policy (UTEP). The board approved the Treasurer’s Report for June‑August 2025 and the related bill payments. Two resolutions were adopted: one to renew a certificate of deposit with Lakeland Bank (Nunc Pro Tunc) and another to grant a limited waiver of the local labor policy for the IV5 project. The Newburgh South Logistics Center LLC project was also listed under new business.
- Public hearing – Uniform Tax‑Exempt Policy (UTEP)
- Resolution #2025-09-15-01: renewal of certificate of deposit with Lakeland Bank
- Resolution #2025-09-15-02: limited waiver of local labor policy for IV5
- Approval of Treasurer’s Report and payment of bills for June‑August 2025
- New Business item – Newburgh South Logistics Center LLC Project
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission will first approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will then consider several old‑business items, including amendments and ratifications for work such as siding color changes, window installations, and roof repairs at various addresses. The commission will hold public hearings on applications for new signage and a mural at 152 Third Street, as well as restoration projects at 1 Riverview Place and other properties.
- AR 2024-082 – Change siding color at 77 Ann Street (Applicants: Barrington Haye and Velma Haye)
- AR 2025-052 – Install new windows, front door, fence, porch, garbage shed, hardscape, and paint at 28 Benkard Avenue (Applicant: Christina Lalama‑Nappi)
- AR 2025-057 – Install a sign and paint a mural at 152 Third Street (Applicant: Albert Mizrahi, Owner: Nutopia 152 Third LLC)
- AR 2025-058 – Restore front porch and entrance stairway at 1 Riverview Place (Applicant: Gildo Deoliveira)
- AR 2025-059 – Ratify installation of new siding at 44 Leroy Place (Applicant: Julie Orelien‑Hernandez)
The commission approved several pending applications, including a siding color change at 77 Ann Street, a multi‑item renovation at 28 Benkard Avenue, and new siding and roof at 186 Chambers Street, all by unanimous roll‑call votes. It tabled the historic‑preservation request for 146 Renwick Street. The motion to deny the window replacement at 85 Henry Avenue was itself denied by a 5‑0 vote. No decisions were made on the sign project at 152 Third Street or the porch restoration at 1 Riverview Place.
- Approved minutes of August 12, 2025 ARC meeting (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2024-082 amendment for 77 Ann Street (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2025-052 amendment for 28 Benkard Avenue with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2025-055 amendment for 186 Chambers Street (unanimous)
- Tabled AR 2025-053 application for 146 Renwick Street
- No decision on AR 2025-057 sign application at 152 Third Street
- No decision on AR 2025-058 porch restoration at 1 Riverview Place
- Motion to deny AR 2025-061 window application was denied 5-0
City Council
The City Council will discuss several large-scale infrastructure projects, including sewer rehabilitation and bridge replacement. The body is also reviewing personnel changes for the Department of Public Works and the sale of city-owned real estate.
- Bond resolution for $30,600,000 for Liberty Street sewer, stormwater, and streetscape infrastructure
- Bond resolution for $17,600,000 for West Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Contract No. 3
- Grant application for $25,000,000 for the Liberty Street Sewer Separation project
- Private sale of 75 Wisner Avenue for $200,000 and 85 Fowler Avenue for $50,000
- Engineering contract with WSP USA Inc. for $219,605 for the Walsh Road Bridge Replacement
The City Council voted to approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Councilman Sklarz, seconded by Councilwoman Sofokles, and carried unanimously with seven ayes. The remainder of the agenda consisted of informational updates and public comments, with no additional formal actions taken.
- Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes with requested revisions. Four draft resolutions—an appeal on illegal trash dumping, a packaging reduction act request, a waterfront‑plan request, and a website recommendation—were all tabled. The council then unanimously adjourned the meeting.
- Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled draft appeal to City Council on stricter illegal trash dumping enforcement
- Tabled Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act resolution request
- Tabled draft resolution to request waterfront plan for Con Iron and incinerator/sewer plant areas
- Motion to adjourn passed unanimously
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the June 2025 minutes by unanimous roll‑call vote. No vote was taken on the variance application; the board held a public hearing but took no action. The applicant asked that the variance request be tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)
Civil Service Commission
The commission approved certifications for six city positions with terms ranging from one to four years. It denied a request for an alternate clerk exam date. It also approved amendments to several existing job descriptions and adopted three new job classifications. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved certifications for Assistant City Comptroller (3 years) (unanimous)
- Approved certifications for Human Resources Director (2 years) (unanimous)
- Approved certifications for Purchasing Agent (4 years) (unanimous)
- Approved certifications for Sanitation Enforcement Officer (1 year) (unanimous)
- Approved certifications for Section 8 Program Manager (1 year) (unanimous)
- Denied request for alternate clerk exam date (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to four existing job descriptions (unanimous)
- Adopted and classified three new job descriptions (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved the minutes of the July 15, 2025 meeting unanimously. It granted one‑year extensions for site‑plan approvals at 639 Broadway and 506 Liberty Street, each by unanimous roll‑call vote. The Board declared itself Lead Agency, issued a negative SEQRA declaration, and approved the site‑plan for the 9‑unit apartment project at 133 North Miller Street, all unanimously. A motion to waive the public hearing for the 15 Hasbrouck Street site‑plan failed 2‑4, while a public hearing was waived and a Type II SEQRA declaration issued for the sports‑bar project at 117‑129 Washington Terrace by unanimous vote.
- Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension for 639 Broadway site‑plan amendment (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension for 506 Liberty Street site‑plan (unanimous)
- Declared Board Lead Agency under SEQRA for 133 North Miller Street (unanimous)
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration for 133 North Miller Street (unanimous)
- Approved site‑plan for 133 North Miller Street apartment project, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous)
- Motion to waive public hearing for 15 Hasbrouck Street site‑plan failed (2‑4)
- Waived public hearing and issued Type II SEQRA declaration for 117‑129 Washington Terrace project (unanimous)
Architectural Review Commission
The commission will hold public hearings to review applications for exterior property changes. These requests include installations of windows, siding, fences, and signs across several city locations.
- AR 2024-084: New windows at 225 First Street
- AR 2025-049: Sign installation at 5 Liberty Street WH
- AR 2025-052: Windows, door, fence, and hardscape improvements at 28 Benkard Avenue
- AR 2025-054: Siding, porch, chimney, and masonry repairs at 145 Johnston Street
- AR 2025-056: New siding at 344 Liberty Street
The Architectural Review Commission approved every application presented at the August 12 meeting. Approvals included a window replacement at 225 First Street, a sign at 5 Liberty Street, a fence at 17 Lutheran Street with height conditions, and new siding at 344 Liberty Street. All motions passed by unanimous roll‑call vote.
- Approved AR 2024-084 windows at 225 First Street, condition: 1/1 style, no removable grilles (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2025-049 sign installation at 5 Liberty Street (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2025-050 fence at 17 Lutheran Street, condition: wood 48" high with up to 24" decorative wrought iron (unanimous)
- Approved AR 2025-056 siding at 344 Liberty Street (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Industrial Development Agency is meeting to hold a public hearing and consider a third amendment to a lease/leaseback transaction for the FSH Newburgh Hotel. The board will also discuss the Agency's labor policy.
- Public hearing regarding FSH Newburgh Hotel
- Resolution # 2025-08-11-01: Third amendment to a lease/leaseback transaction for Grand Street Newburgh Property Co, LLC (FSH Newburgh Hotel, LLC)
- Project site: 48-54-62 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY
- Project scope: Rehabilitation of three buildings (79,072 sq ft) for a hotel, events venue, spa, and dining/bar facilities
- Discussion of Agency Labor Policy
The board approved a third amendment to the 2022-02-16-03 resolution for the Grand Street Newburgh Hotel project, extending financial assistance and tax‑exempt periods. The amendment was adopted unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken; labor policy items were discussed but not voted on. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved third amendment to Resolution 2022-02-16-03 for Grand Street Hotel project (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)
City Council
The council voted to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. All seven members present voted aye, and the motion carried. No other actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission unanimously approved certifications for the Fire Chief (2‑year term), Assistant Fire Chief (4‑year term), Assistant City Engineer (1‑year term), and a Typist (1‑year term). The July 2025 Personnel Report was also approved. A request for an alternate test date for Typist Chavez was approved. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved Fire Chief certification (ID 70003950) for 2 years (unanimous)
- Approved Assistant Fire Chief certification (ID 70013870) for 4 years (unanimous)
- Approved Assistant City Engineer certification (ID 60007190) for 1 year (unanimous)
- Approved Typist certification (ID 2025-01) for 1 year (unanimous)
- Approved July 2025 Personnel Report (unanimous)
- Approved request for alternate test date for Typist Chavez (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn carried unanimously
Planning Board
The Board approved the site plan for 203 Grand Street, adding two dwelling units to an existing six‑unit apartment building, subject to outstanding comments from the City Engineer and City Planner. The Board also declared itself the lead agency under SEQRA for this project and issued a negative SEQRA declaration. Additionally, the Board unanimously extended several special‑use permits and a site‑plan approval for other properties.
- Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Extended Special Use Permit for 405 Broadway gas station 2 years (unanimous)
- Extended Special Use Permit for 158 Montgomery Street bed‑and‑breakfast 6 months (unanimous)
- Extended Special Use Permit for 128 South Robinson Avenue bar/cabaret 2 years (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan and Special Use Permit for 69 William Street project (unanimous)
- Declared Planning Board as Lead Agency under SEQRA for 203 Grand Street site plan (unanimous)
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration for 203 Grand Street site plan (unanimous)
- Approved Site Plan for 203 Grand Street addition, subject to outstanding comments (unanimous)
City Council
The council voted to approve the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. Councilman Shakur moved, Councilwoman Sofokles seconded, and all seven members present voted aye. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.
- Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0 vote)
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission approved five applications, including a sign at 185 Broadway, a porch renovation at 9 Henry Avenue, a front door at 85 South Street, new windows and paint at 275 Grand Street, and paint colors at 85 Liberty Street. Two applications—new windows and paint at 275 Grand Street and a fence at 17 Lutheran Street—were tabled. All approvals were passed by unanimous or recorded roll‑call votes.
- Approved sign installation at 185 Broadway (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved porch renovation at 9 Henry Avenue (6‑0)
- Approved front door installation at 85 South Street (6‑0)
- Approved paint colors at 85 Liberty Street (5‑0)
- Approved new windows and paint at 275 Grand Street (tabled)
- Approved fence installation at 17 Lutheran Street (tabled)
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council approved the June 2025 minutes and authorized treatment for seven ash‑borer‑infested trees. Members also approved the purchase of a third Tree City sign and the installation of six engraved tree‑identifier bricks at Triangle Park. Several items were tabled, and two agenda topics were removed from the meeting schedule.
- Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Ash Borer treatment for 7 trees (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of a third Tree City sign (unanimous)
- Approved start of 6 engraved tree identifier bricks at Triangle Park (unanimous)
- Tabled draft appeal to City Council on illegal trash dumping enforcement
- Tabled Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act resolution request
- Removed Quassaick Creek and Schleiermacher Park item from agenda
- Removed CSX Underpass Beautification Plan from agenda
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Board approved a new Uniform Tax Exemption Policy (UTEP) public‑hearing resolution that creates a 15‑year PILOT schedule targeting priority sectors such as lodging and cannabis, with incentives tied to full‑time jobs paying a living wage. The resolution passed unanimously. The Board also approved a series of Shaw Building L.P. resolutions (SEQRA, commercial/retail findings, deviation approval, and final approving resolution with corrected tax‑benefit figures) and other items including a Nunc Pro Tunc CD renewal and the termination of financial assistance for the 191 Washington Street LLC project. All items were adopted unanimously.
- Approved SEQRA Resolution – Shaw Building L.P. (unanimously passed)
- Approved Commercial/Retail Findings – Shaw Building L.P. (unanimously passed)
- Approved Deviation Approval Resolution – Shaw Building L.P. (unanimously passed)
- Approved Approving Resolution – Shaw Building L.P. with corrected tax benefit amounts (unanimously passed)
- Approved Nunc Pro Tunc CD Renewal (unanimously passed)
- Approved UTEP Public Hearing resolution establishing 15‑year PILOT incentives (unanimously passed)
- Approved Expiration of Approving Resolution and Withdrawal of Financial Assistance for 191 Washington Street LLC (unanimously passed)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Newburgh Zoning Board of Appeals approved six area variance applications for properties on South Street, Johnston Street, South William Street, Broadway, and two Broadway parcels. The Board also declared the 185 Broadway action Type II for SEQRA and approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. All motions passed unanimously via roll‑call vote.
- Approved AREA variance for 193 South Street (Applicant Amber France) – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved AREA variance for 137 Johnston Street (Applicant Alvin Moonesar) – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved AREA variance for 242 South William Street (Applicant Chris Berg) – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved AREA variance for 750 Broadway (Applicant David Niemotko) – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved AREA variance for 754 Broadway (Applicant David Niemotko) – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved AREA variance for 185 Broadway (Applicant Perry Cleaveland) – unanimous roll‑call
- Declared 185 Broadway action Type II for SEQRA – unanimous roll‑call
- Approved May 2025 minutes as submitted – unanimous roll‑call
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission approved the May 21, 2025 Personnel Report. It also approved certifications for a Capital Projects Manager (one‑year term) and a Sr. Microcomputer Electronics Technician (four‑year term). Additionally, the commission approved a firefighter’s reinstatement, a police officer candidate’s deferment, and an alternate test date for a typist exam. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved May 21, 2025 Personnel Report (unanimous)
- Approved Capital Projects Manager certification #85901010 for one year (unanimous)
- Approved Sr. Microcomputer Electronics Technician certification #60014840 for four years (unanimous)
- Approved reinstatement to eligible list for Firefighter (Weber) (unanimous)
- Approved deferment for Police Officer candidate (Rodriquez) (unanimous)
- Approved alternate test date for Typist Exam (Thompson) (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Board unanimously approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It granted a one‑year extension of the site‑plan approval for the mixed‑use project at 50‑54 Liberty Street. The Board approved site‑plan amendments for projects at 123 Renwick Street, 191 Washington Street, and the final plat for 25 Benkard Avenue, each subject to outstanding City Engineer comments. It also issued a Type II SEQRA declaration and approved the site‑plan for 640 Broadway, and approved the site‑plan for 11 Hillcrest Place, both subject to pending comments.
- Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved one‑year extension of site‑plan for 50‑54 Liberty Street (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved site‑plan amendment for 123 Renwick Street, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved site‑plan amendment for 191 Washington Street, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved final plat for 25 Benkard Avenue (unanimous roll‑call)
- Issued Type II SEQRA declaration for 640 Broadway (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved site‑plan for 640 Broadway, subject to outstanding comments (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved site‑plan for 11 Hillcrest Place, subject to City Engineer comments (unanimous roll‑call)
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission approved a fence at 348 Third Street (5‑2 vote) and unanimously approved several historic renovation applications, including a door and paint amendment at 35 Johnes Street, a retaining wall rebuild at 1 Liberty Street, new windows and storefront at 157 Liberty Street, a greenhouse, deck, solar panels and brick reface at 255 Broadway, a front porch at 85 South Street, and an amendment at 17 & 19 Johnston Street. The commission did not make a decision on the roof‑shingle hardship request for 47 Liberty Street WH, asking for updated estimates. All other items were discussed but no motions were recorded.
- Approved fence installation at 348 Third Street (5-2)
- Approved amendment to door and paint application at 35 Johnes Street (unanimous)
- Approved retaining wall rebuild and site regrade at 1 Liberty Street (unanimous)
- Approved new windows, siding, storefront, door and masonry removal at 157 Liberty Street (6-0)
- Approved rear greenhouse, deck, solar panels and brick reface at 255 Broadway (unanimous)
- Approved front porch and stairway at 85 South Street (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to June 21 2022 application at 17 & 19 Johnston Street (unanimous)
- No decision on roof‑shingle hardship application at 47 Liberty Street WH; requested updated estimates
City Council
The council approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. No other actions were voted on during the session.
- Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council approved the Coastal Assessment Form for the 203 Grand Street site plan, allowing the two‑unit addition to proceed. The council also approved the May 2025 minutes, scheduled six tree plantings, and adopted a location for a new Tree City sign. Several items, including the 2024 Annual Report and various draft resolutions, were tabled.
- Accepted Coastal Assessment Form for 203 Grand St. project (unanimous)
- Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled six tree plantings on Prospect St. and 199 Broadway (unanimous)
- Approved Tree City sign location at South St. and Pierces Rd S (unanimous)
- Tabled 2024 Annual Report
- Tabled draft appeal on stricter illegal trash dumping enforcement
- Tabled Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act resolution request
- Tabled Quassaick Creek and Schleiermacher Park item
Zoning Board of Appeals
The board unanimously approved Appeals 2025-21, 2025-22, and 2025-27 as submitted. Appeal 2025-23 was withdrawn by the applicant, who will submit a written notice. Appeals 2025-28, 2025-24, and 2025-26 were tabled pending GML §239 or coordinated SEQRA review.
- Approved Appeal 2025-21 (area variance) – unanimous roll-call vote
- Approved Appeal 2025-22 (area variance) – unanimous roll-call vote
- Withdrawn Appeal 2025-23 – applicant to submit written withdrawal
- Tabled Appeal 2025-28 – pending GML §239 review and Orange County Planning comment
- Tabled Appeal 2025-24 – pending coordinated SEQRA review, Planning Board lead agency
- Approved Appeal 2025-25 (area variance) – unanimous roll-call vote
- Tabled Appeal 2025-26 – pending GML §239 review and Orange County Planning comment
- Approved Appeal 2025-27 (area variance) – unanimous roll-call vote
City Council
The City Council approved the minutes of the May 12, 2025 meeting. Councilwoman Sofokles moved to approve, Councilman Sklarz seconded, and the motion carried with six ayes and no nays. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates and public comments, with no additional votes recorded.
- Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission approved the certification of a Senior Account Clerk for four years, a Junior Accountant for one year, and a Dispatcher for four years. All three motions were moved by Commissioner John Powell, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Foti, and carried unanimously. No other business was taken up.
- Approved Senior Account Clerk certification #88255010 for four years (unanimous)
- Approved Junior Accountant certification #60014820 for one year (unanimous)
- Approved Dispatcher certification #60001630 for four years (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Personnel Report for April 2025 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a one‑year special use permit for a residential care facility at 17 & 19 Johnston Street with zero off‑street parking. It also approved a one‑year extension of a site plan for 85 Renwick Street and declared the Board the Lead Agency under SEQRA. Several subdivision and site‑plan applications were approved subject to outstanding comments, and a negative SEQRA declaration was issued.
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan for 85 Renwick St (unanimous roll‑call)
- Declared Planning Board Lead Agency under SEQRA (unanimous roll‑call)
- Issued negative SEQRA declaration for subdivision at 242 South William St (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved preliminary plat for subdivision at 242 South William St (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved Site Plan for subdivision at 242 South William St, subject to comments and ZBA variance (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved special use permit for residential care facility at 17 & 19 Johnston St, one‑year term, zero off‑street parking (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved preliminary plat for subdivision (Index 2023‑21) (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved preliminary plat for subdivision (Index 2023‑43) (unanimous roll‑call)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The Newburgh IDA Board approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 2025 Treasurer’s Report and bill payments. It authorized a Fifth Amendment to the existing contract of sale for 5 Scobie Drive, extending the due‑diligence period to December 31, 2025. The Board also approved a contract for video recording and livestreaming services for agency meetings.
- Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimously passed
- Approved April 2025 Treasurer’s Report – unanimously passed
- Approved April 2025 bill payments (checks 1342‑1347) – unanimously passed
- Authorized Fifth Amendment to 5 Scobie Drive contract, extending due‑diligence to 12/31/2025 – unanimously passed
- Approved award of video recording and livestreaming services contract – unanimously passed
- Adjourned meeting – unanimously passed
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission approved five applications for property improvements. Approvals included a front‑door and window renovation at 84 Johnston St, a window with a concrete sill at 27 Johnes St, a sign at 26 Liberty St, repairs to existing windows at 372 Liberty St, and new roof shingles and siding for a garage at 25 Courtney Ave. All motions passed unanimously via roll‑call vote.
- Approved AR 2025-013 for Allon Azulai at 84 Johnston St (new front door, windows, fascia, gutters, stairway, canopies) – unanimous
- Approved AR 2024-072 for Jesse Farrenkopf (Konstantin 27 LLC) at 27 Johnes St – window with concrete sill 6 ft × 4 in × 4‑8 in – unanimous
- Approved AR 2025-030 for Jesse Farrenkopf (Bannerman Tokyo Properties LLC) at 26 Liberty St – sign letters painted true white from Historic Color palette or left unpainted – unanimous
- Approved AR 2025-031 for Philippe Pierre (Vauban, LLC) at 372 Liberty St – existing windows to be repaired, not replaced – unanimous
- Approved AR 2025-033 for Randy Jones at 25 Courtney Ave – new roof shingles and siding for garage – unanimous
City Council
The City Council voted 7‑0 to approve the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. Mayor Harvey swore in seven new auxiliary police officers. A public hearing was held on the proposed Brownfield Opportunity Area nomination, but no further action was taken.
- Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
- Sworn in seven new auxiliary police officers (ceremonial)
Conservation Advisory Council
The council voted unanimously to accept the Federal Consistency Assessment Form for the Quassaick Creek dam removal project, pending final design review. It also approved the April 2025 meeting minutes and reported a $2,551.80 payment for the Arbor Day tree planting. A request for financial support of the Sanctuary Healing Gardens was denied, and several items were tabled for future consideration.
- Accepted Federal Consistency Assessment Form for Quassaick Creek dam removal (unanimous)
- Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Denied financial support request for Sanctuary Healing Gardens (cannot donate)
- Tabled draft appeal to City Council on stricter illegal trash dumping enforcement
- Tabled Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act resolution request
- Tabled draft resolution requesting waterfront plan for Con Iron and incinerator/sewer plant areas
- Tabled Restoration Advisory Board / Stewart Air National Guard Water Project
- Reported payment of $2,551.80 to Devitt’s Supply for Arbor Day tree planting
City Council
The council approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. Council members voted unanimously to present Dr. Richard L. Bryant with the Key to the City. The council adopted a resolution scheduling a public hearing and a 15‑day comment period for the FY 2024 CDBG CAPER.
- Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Awarded Key to the City to Dr. Richard L. Bryant (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution scheduling public hearing and 15‑day comment period for FY 2024 CDBG CAPER
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variance requests for 162 Dubois Street, 102 Carter Street, and 364 Broadway, each by unanimous roll‑call vote. Two variance applications for 750 and 754 Broadway were tabled until the next meeting. The Board also approved the March 2025 minutes unanimously.
- Approved 162 Dubois St variance (unanimous)
- Tabled 750 Broadway variance (unanimous)
- Tabled 754 Broadway variance (unanimous)
- Approved 102 Carter St variance (unanimous)
- Approved 364 Broadway variance (unanimous)
- Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
The board approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes, the March 2025 Treasurer’s Report, and the March bill payments, each by unanimous vote. It then approved the SEQRA resolution and the Commercial/Retail Findings resolution for the 104 Washington St LLC project, also unanimously, allowing the agency to provide financial assistance for the development. These actions move the project forward under the agency’s statutory authority.
- Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
- Approved March 2025 Treasurer’s Report – unanimous
- Approved March 2025 bill payments (checks 1330‑1341) – unanimous
- Approved SEQRA Resolution for 104 Washington St LLC – unanimous
- Approved Commercial/Retail Findings Resolution for 104 Washington St LLC – unanimous
Civil Service Commission
The Newburgh Civil Service Commission approved several personnel certifications and adopted three new administrative actions. Certifications for the Director of Information Technology, Senior Network Manager, and Director of Facilities IIT were each approved for multi‑year terms. The commission also adopted the title of Director of Facilities II for the NECSD, adopted an Anticipated Eligibility for Promotional Exam Policy, and approved the use of the Director of Facilities III eligible list in place of lower‑level lists. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Personnel Report for March 2025 (unanimous)
- Certified Director of Information Technology #86488010 for four years (unanimous)
- Certified Senior Network Manager #87304010 for three years (unanimous)
- Certified Director of Facilities IIT #26898010 for four years (unanimous)
- Adopted title of Director of Facilities II for NECSD (unanimous)
- Adopted Anticipated Eligibility for Promotional Exam Policy (unanimous)
- Deemed Director of Facilities III eligible list appropriate for use (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Board approved the March 18, 2025 minutes and granted a one-year extension of the subdivision, site plan and special use permit for 79 Pierces Road. It also approved a site‑plan amendment for a boutique hotel at 48‑62 Grand Street and waived a public hearing for a 750 Broadway conversion. Several applications were tabled to future meetings.
- Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved one‑year extension of Subdivision, Site Plan, and Special Use Permit for 79 Pierces Road (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved Site Plan amendment for 48, 54 and 62 Grand Street boutique hotel (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Closed public hearing on 694‑696 Broadway subdivision (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Waived public hearing for 750 Broadway site‑plan conversion (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Tabled Michael Henderson site‑plan at 640 Broadway to May 2025 meeting
- Tabled Eulogio Santiago apartment house site‑plan at 133 North Miller Street to next meeting
- Tabled Eulogio Santiago four‑family dwelling site‑plan at 10 & 12 Overlook Place to next meeting
City Council
The City Council approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting. Councilmember Shakur moved to approve, Councilmember McLymore seconded, and the motion carried with five votes in favor. No other formal actions were taken during the April 14 session.
- Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
Architectural Review Commission
The Architectural Review Commission approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and cleared the consent agenda items. It approved two Habitat for Humanity applications to construct new one‑family dwellings on Liberty Street, and approved several sign and window applications while tabling a siding application to May 2025. All approvals were unanimous.
- Approved March 11, 2025 ARC minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved consent agenda applications AR2025-021 and AR2025-029 (unanimous roll‑call)
- Tabled application AR2024-091 (siding) to May 2025 (no vote recorded)
- Approved AR2025-014 for new one‑family dwelling at 417 Liberty Street (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved AR2025-015 for new one‑family dwelling at 419 Liberty Street (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved AR2025-019 sign application at 102 S William Street (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved AR2025-020 window replacement at 15 Henry Avenue (unanimous roll‑call)
- Approved AR2024-025 sign at 249 Broadway with condition no internal or back lighting (unanimous roll‑call)
Conservation Advisory Council
The Conservation Advisory Council unanimously approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the draft RFP for the NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant. The council also approved ordering tree‑care manuals and flyers for outreach. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant RFP (unanimous)
- Ordered tree care manuals and flyers (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The board unanimously closed the public hearing, declared the action Type II for SEQRA, and approved the variance application for 255 Broadway submitted by Mark Ellison. The board voted 4‑1 to close the public hearing, unanimously declared the action Type II for SEQRA, and approved the variance application for 46 Chambers Street submitted by Paulien Lethen. The board also unanimously approved the February 2025 meeting minutes.
- Closed public hearing for Appeal 2025-14 (unanimous roll-call)
- Declared Appeal 2025-14 Type II SEQRA (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved Appeal 2025-14 as submitted (unanimous roll-call)
- Closed public hearing for Appeal 2025-15 (4-1 roll-call)
- Declared Appeal 2025-15 Type II SEQRA (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved Appeal 2025-15 as submitted (4-1 roll-call)
- Approved February 2025 minutes (unanimous roll-call)
City Council
Councilwoman Sofokles moved to approve, and Councilman McLymore seconded the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with six ayes and no nays. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
Civil Service Commission
The commission unanimously approved certifications for Risk Manager #87302010 (two‑year term), Prisoner Attendant #86625010 (four‑year term), and Police Sergeant #74691010 (four‑year term). It also unanimously approved an amendment to the Police Sergeant job description and adopted the titles Gear Up Program Coordinator and Gear Up Program Facilitator for the NECSD, both with amendments. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved Risk Manager certification #87302010 for two years (unanimous)
- Approved Prisoner Attendant certification #86625010 for four years (unanimous)
- Approved Police Sergeant certification #74691010 for four years (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Police Sergeant job description (unanimous)
- Approved classification and adoption of Gear Up Program Coordinator title for NECSD (unanimous)
- Approved classification and adoption of Gear Up Program Facilitator title for NECSD (unanimous)