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Newburgh public meetings in 2025

80 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 30, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Application to construct a new three‑story building at 162 Dubois St./North Miller St.

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.

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✓ Decided: ARC unanimously approved ten historic renovation applications

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.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

City Council

Council considers adding Deputy City Manager and approves bridge contract amendment

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.

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Thu Dec 18, 2025

City Council

Council to add Deputy City Manager position to Newburgh charter

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Walsh Road Bridge contract amendment and minutes

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.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review new job titles and personnel requests

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.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves multiple NECSD staffing and certification actions

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Planning Board

Approval of mixed-use developments at 24 Johnes St. and 104 Washington St.

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board waives site‑plan requirements and issues SEQRA declaration for 400 Liberty St.

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.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Public hearing scheduled for Metal Wyze, Inc. development proposal

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts 2026 officer slate and moves policy package to full board

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.

Fri Dec 12, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Governance Committee to review agency policies for state compliance

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.

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✓ Decided: Governance Committee recommends adopting updated policies and tax exemption for 2026

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.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Architectural Review Commission to consider new three-story building on Dubois Street

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.

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✓ Decided: No ARC applications were approved as the meeting lacked quorum

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.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Newburgh IDA Audit/Finance Committee to review agency policies

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee notes formatting fixes needed for Procurement Policy, makes no other decisions

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.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved $15,000 contract amendment for North Water Street sewer project

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.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

City Council

City Council to transfer $570,000 for emergency Broadway sewer repair

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.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

Council reviews tree permit code revision and multiple grant projects

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.

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✓ Decided: Christmas Tree Recycling Event set for Jan 10, 2026 at Activity Center

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.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board will consider a 23.5‑ft setback variance and 15 parking spaces at 143 Washington St.

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved area variances for three properties and deferred one pending SEQRA review.

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.

Mon Nov 24, 2025

City Council

City Council adopts FY2026 budget for Newburgh

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.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts change order extending Broadway traffic signal project

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.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

City Council

City Council will adopt the FY2026 budget for Newburgh.

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.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Public hearing to delete Watch Persons title and add Public Safety Attendant.

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved title change to Public Safety Attendants

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board considers site plans and permits on Washington St and Broadway

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves site plan and special use permit for art studio at 44 Leroy Place

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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Public hearing on 191 Washington Street affordable housing redevelopment

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the agency’s 1‑year and 2‑year budgets

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.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Public hearing on storefront rebuild and window replacement at 125 Johnston St

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.

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✓ Decided: ARC approves multiple historic‑preservation projects, including 157 Liberty St amendment

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.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

City Council

Newburgh City Council to hold public hearing on 2026 budget

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.

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✓ Decided: Council entered and exited executive session and approved prior meeting minutes

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.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

Special use permit sought for art studio at 44 Leroy Place

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.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Audit/Finance Committee will review 1‑year and 5‑year budgets

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.

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✓ Decided: No action taken; the IDA submitted its proposed 2026 budget for review

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.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to review area variance requests for six properties

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.

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✓ Decided: ZBA unanimously approved six area variance applications and meeting minutes

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.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

City Council

City Council seeks county tax exemption for reservoir and filter plant properties in 2027

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.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

City Council

City Council considers property sales and tax exemption for water facilities

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.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews site plan amendments and subdivisions

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved site plan amendment for 27 South Water St, SEQRA waiver & 1‑yr extension

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.

Mon Oct 20, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Board will hold a public hearing on the 191 Washington Street LLC project

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves financial assistance for 191 Washington St project

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.

Thu Oct 16, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

IDA Audit/Finance Committee to review 2026 budget

The Industrial Development Agency's Audit/Finance Committee is meeting to review the agency's budget for 2026.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Adopt title for Planning & Zoning Administrator and other personnel actions

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.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Public hearing on a major addition at 143 Washington Street

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.

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✓ Decided: ARC unanimously approved multiple renovation applications, including siding, windows, and additions

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.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Examining Board of Plumbers

Board will review plumbing license applications and discuss business items

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Barbera plumbing license; tables three other applications

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.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

Newburgh City Council to hold public hearing on property tax levy limit override

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

City Council

Council adopts local law to allow property tax levy above legal limit

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.

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Mon Oct 6, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

Coastal Consistency Review of Walsh Road dam removal on Quassaick Creek

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.

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✓ Decided: Council affirms updated dam removal design as consistent with LWRP

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.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Commission considers adding Fire Commissioner to non-competitive class

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.

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Mon Sep 22, 2025

City Council

City Council declares lead agency, issues SEQRA negative declaration for pier reconstruction

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approved September 8 minutes; no other actions taken

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.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

City Council

City Council to review Newburgh Landing Pier reconstruction and tax cap levy

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.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Planning Board

Approval of a three‑story, ten‑unit apartment project at 194 Dubois St.

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved subdivision and site plan for 694‑696 Broadway with parking waiver

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.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Public hearing on revisions to Newburgh IDA tax exemption policy

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.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

IDA approves renewal of Lakeland Bank certificate of deposit

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.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Public hearing on a new sign and mural at 152 Third Street

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.

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✓ Decided: ARC denied motion to reject window application, 5-0 vote

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.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider $30.6 million for Liberty Street reconstruction

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Council approved July 2025 minutes and tabled several draft resolutions

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.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved June 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Wed Aug 20, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission unanimously approved multiple job certifications and descriptions

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.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved site plan for new 9-unit apartment at 133 North Miller Street

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.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

Architectural Review Commission to review 8 property modification requests

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.

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✓ Decided: ARC unanimously approves all applications, including windows, sign, fence, siding

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.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

IDA considers amendment for FSH Newburgh Hotel project

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved third amendment to Grand Street Hotel resolution

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.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Wed Jul 16, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved multiple personnel certifications

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.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approved site plan for 203 Grand Street addition

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.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

✓ Decided: ARC approved a new sign installation at 185 Broadway

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.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved tree treatment, signage and meeting minutes

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.

Mon Jun 30, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved a 15‑year PILOT incentive plan for priority sectors

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.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

✓ Decided: ZBA unanimously approves multiple area variances and declares SEQRA Type II for 185 Broadway

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.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved multiple personnel certifications and reinstatements

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.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves several site plans, final plat and SEQRA declaration

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

✓ Decided: ARC approved fence installation and multiple historic renovation projects

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.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The council approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. No other actions were voted on during the session.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously accepted Coastal Assessment Form for 203 Grand St. project

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.

Tue May 27, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

✓ Decided: ZBA approved three variance appeals and tabled five pending further review

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.

Tue May 27, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting

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.

Wed May 21, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved three personnel certifications

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved special use permit for residential care facility, zero off‑street parking

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.

Mon May 19, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved Fifth Amendment for 5 Scobie Drive sale

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.

Tue May 13, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

✓ Decided: ARC unanimously approved five building alteration applications

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.

Mon May 12, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves April 28 meeting minutes

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.

Mon May 5, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously accepted Federal Consistency Form for Quassaick Creek dam removal

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.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council unanimously awarded Dr. Richard L. Bryant the Key to the City

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.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

✓ Decided: ZBA approved four area variance applications, including 102 Carter St and 364 Broadway

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.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved SEQRA and commercial findings for 104 Washington St LLC

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.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously adopts Director of Facilities II title

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.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board unanimously approved a one-year extension for 79 Pierces Road project

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.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Architectural Review Commission

✓ Decided: ARC approves two Habitat for Humanity homes and multiple sign projects

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.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Conservation Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Council approved the NYSDEC Urban and Community Forestry Grant request

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.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

✓ Decided: ZBA approves two variance applications and adopts February minutes

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.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approves personnel certifications and job title changes

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.