Cohoes public meetings in 2021

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers approved two contracts: a $5,000 evaluation of the Police Department women's locker room by CT Male, and an as-needed Municipal Consulting Agreement with CHA. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved $5,000 contract with CT Male to evaluate women's locker room in Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Consulting Agreement with CHA on as-needed basis (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to consider three exterior alteration applications on Remsen Street, approve prior meeting minutes, and set 2022 meeting dates. Public comments are accepted by email or mail before the meeting.

• 184 Remsen Street: hanging sign and barber pole for a proposed barber shop
• 86 Remsen Street: black windows, repainted bay windows, new exterior doors, new railing, and veneer brick on rear garage
• 65 Remsen Street: replace wooden sign with aluminum sign of same design and footprint
• Consideration of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Proposed 2022 HPARB meeting and submission dates

The Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved three applications: a hanging sign and barber pole at 184 Remsen Street, window/door/railing/brick work at 86 Remsen Street, and replacing a wooden sign with an aluminum one at 65 Remsen Street. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two members absent. The board also approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved hanging sign and barber pole at 184 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved windows, paint, doors, railings, and veneer brick at 86 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved replacing wooden sign with aluminum sign at 65 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the sale of a city-owned parcel near 238 Mohawk Street, snow emergency towing services, the city's insurance contracts, and acceptance of a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. The special meeting includes votes on an ordinance and four resolutions related to these topics.

• Sale of property adjacent to 238 Mohawk Street under City Code Section 16-2(c)
• Ordinance No. 9 approving sale of a city-owned parcel
• Resolution No. 71 amending the FY2021 annual budget
• Resolution No. 72 approving snow emergency towing services agreements
• Resolution No. 74 accepting a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the SBA

The Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 9 authorizing the sale of a city-owned parcel, along with four resolutions covering budget amendments, snow emergency towing agreements, insurance contracts, and a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. All votes were unanimous with no opposition. A public comment was made about difficulty reaching Code Enforcement by phone.

• Approved Ordinance No. 9 for 2021, sale of a city-owned parcel (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 71 for 2021, amending the FY2021 budget with transfers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 72 for 2021, snow emergency towing service agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 73 for 2021, award of city insurance contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 74 for 2021, accepting SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, provisional employment applications, and announced examinations. The commission will also certify examination results for two positions: School Safety Officer #60051 and District Data Coordinator #67920. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Certification of examination results for School Safety Officer #60051
• Certification of examination results for District Data Coordinator #67920
• Review of provisional employment applications
• Review of announced examinations
• Review of minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to approve two contracts: a change order with Garland for additional library repair work costing $3,740.00, and a professional services contract with Chazen to prepare bid documents for parks upgrades for $7,500.00. The agenda contains only these two action items.

• Approve change order #1 with Garland for library repairs, $3,740.00
• Approve professional services contract with Chazen for parks upgrade bid documents, $7,500.00

The Board of Managers approved two expenditures: a $3,740 change order with Garland, Inc. for additional library repairs, and a $7,500 professional services contract with Chazen to prepare bid documents for park upgrades. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Change Order #2 with Garland, Inc. for library repairs ($3,740) (unanimous)
• Approved professional services contract with Chazen for park bid documents ($7,500) (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics is meeting to review minutes from January 2021, consider Complaint No. 21-1, and address the expiration of a board member's term. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of January 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consideration of Complaint No. 21-1
• Expiration of a board member's term of office

The Board of Ethics unanimously approved the minutes from its January 28, 2021 meeting. The board reviewed documentation and discussed Complaint No. 21-1 with the complainant and his daughter. Member David Emanatian expressed willingness to serve another term, pending Common Council approval. No formal decisions were made on the complaint.

• Approved minutes of January 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed Complaint No. 21-1 with complainant and witness (no action taken)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider several items, including the sale of a city-owned parcel, an amendment to the 2021 budget, a funding application for a CDBG-CARES Act program, and an agreement with the Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comment.

• Ordinance No. 9: sale of a city-owned parcel
• Resolution No. 68: amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2021
• Resolution No. 69: authorizing CDBG-CARES Act funding application
• Resolution No. 70: agreement with Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society

The Common Council approved three resolutions: amending the FY 2021 annual budget, authorizing the mayor to apply for a CDBG CARES Act grant, and approving an agreement with the Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society. Minutes from prior meetings were also approved. An ordinance to sell a city-owned parcel was introduced but no vote occurred.

• Approved minutes of August 31 and September 14, 2021 meetings
• Approved Resolution No. 68 amending the FY 2021 annual budget
• Approved Resolution No. 69 authorizing a CDBG CARES Act funding application
• Approved Resolution No. 70 approving agreement with Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society
• Introduced Ordinance No. 9 for the sale of a city-owned parcel (no vote)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the September 15, 2021, meeting and discuss duties for a new Confidential Secretary position. The agenda also includes updates on upcoming civil service examinations and non-competitive employment applications.

• Review of New Position Duties Statement: Confidential Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Update on upcoming Civil Service Examinations

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider one regular-business item: a request by Derrick VanWie to demolish a rear porch at 64 Masten Avenue and replace it with a new 24'x14' deck. The applicant seeks a 4'4" area variance because the deck would sit 5'8" from the northerly property line, where the R-2 zoning district requires a 10' side-yard setback. The board will also consider minutes from its August 25, 2021 meeting. Public comments are accepted by email or in writing until 4pm on the meeting date.

• Area variance request of 4'4" for a new 24'x14' deck at 64 Masten Avenue
• Deck would be 5'8" from northerly property line vs. 10' R-2 setback required
• Applicant: Derrick VanWie
• Consideration of August 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Comments due by 4pm November 17, 2021

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider four applications for signs and exterior lighting at properties in the historic district, plus two mockup windows at City Hall. The board will also approve minutes from its September and October meetings. Public comments are accepted until 4:00 PM on the meeting date.

• 192 Remsen Street: hanging sign and 2 window decal signs (applicant Talia Lamiano)
• 25 White Street: hanging sign on existing bracket for Soul In A Bowl (applicant Monique Ford)
• 129 Remsen Street: hanging sign and holiday exterior lighting (applicant Janelle Rabinowitz)
• 97 Mohawk Street: 2 mockup windows at City Hall (applicant City of Cohoes)
• Approval of September 21 and October 20, 2021 meeting minutes

The board approved the installation of two mockup windows at City Hall (97 Mohawk Street) as part of a larger restoration effort, following State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) approval. The windows will be wood replicas with no visible exterior changes, and the approval is limited to these two units. The board also approved a hanging sign and window decals at 192 Remsen Street, a hanging sign on an existing bracket at 25 White Street, and a hanging sign with holiday lighting at 129 Remsen Street, with the stipulation that the sign be placed in the existing location.

• Approved 2 mockup windows at City Hall (97 Mohawk Street) for restoration (3-0)
• Approved hanging sign and 2 window decals at 192 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved hanging sign on existing bracket at 25 White Street (3-0)
• Approved hanging sign and holiday lighting at 129 Remsen Street, with sign in existing location (3-0)
• Approved minutes from September 21 and October 20, 2021 meetings (3-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission is meeting to consider several road closures and parking sign changes. Items include closing Remsen Street for Small Business Saturday, Seneca Street for the Tree Lighting Ceremony, and multiple streets for the Turkey Trot, plus parking sign changes in the Cayuga Street Municipal lot and on Cottage Avenue.

• Road closure on Remsen Street from Columbia to Cayuga for Small Business Saturday, Nov 27, 10am-4pm
• Closure of Seneca Street Nov 27, 4-7pm for Tree Lighting Ceremony
• Closure of Seneca, Remsen (White to Cayuga), Mohawk (White to New Cortland), Ontario (Congress to Canvass) for Turkey Trot
• No Parking signs and relocation of Handicap Parking signs in Cayuga Street Municipal lot
• No Parking Any Time signs on West side of Cottage Avenue between Manor Avenue and Wertime Court

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing on community development needs and a potential CDBG-CARES grant application for 2020. In the workshop, the council will discuss selling property adjacent to 238 Mohawk Street under City Code Section 16-2(c) and a proposed 2022 Animal Sheltering Agreement with the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society.

• Public hearing on CDBG-CARES grant application for 2020 program year
• Discussion of property sale adjacent to 238 Mohawk Street
• Discussion of proposed 2022 Animal Sheltering Agreement with Mohawk Hudson Humane Society

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider several applications, including new business tenants, a lot subdivision, and a special use permit. The board will also vote on the minutes from its October 4 meeting. Public comments are due by 4 PM on the meeting day.

• 129 Remsen Street: Change of Use for Renewal Skin Studio LLC (spa, massage, permanent make-up, waxing)
• 63 Arlington Road: Subdivision of 200x170 lot into two 100x170 lots
• 25 White Street: Change of Use for takeout Soul Food restaurant
• 192 Remsen Street: Change of Use for general store (homemade candles, soaps, crafts, etc.)
• 33 Mann Avenue: Special Use Permit for 2-family home (reappearance for site plan review)

The Cohoes Planning Board approved four new business applications and a subdivision at 63 Arlington Road. The board also approved a special use permit for a duplex at 33 Mann Avenue after hearing neighbor concerns, with a 4-1 vote. All other decisions were unanimous.

• Approved change of use/new tenant for Renewal Skin Studio at 129 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision at 63 Arlington Rd into two lots (unanimous)
• Approved change of use/new tenant for Soul in a Bowl at 25 White St (unanimous)
• Approved change of use/new tenant for Aria's Apothecary at 192 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for duplex at 33 Mann Ave (4-1, Bucher dissenting)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting to review minutes from prior meetings, certify examination results for Custodian and Senior Typist positions, and review provisional and non-competitive employment applications. The commission will also receive an update on upcoming civil service examinations and discuss new business.

• Certification of examination results for Custodian #21001
• Certification of examination results for Senior Typist #21002
• Review of provisional employment applications
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Upcoming civil service examination update

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will discuss plans for street resurfacing in 2022 and review a quarterly report from the Director of Community and Economic Development. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding budget amendments, equipment purchases, and grant applications.

• Ordinance No. 8: Bond authorizing up to $3,000,000 for sewer overflow capital improvements
• Resolution No. 60: Purchase of a Western Star multi-purpose collection truck
• Resolution No. 61: Purchase of a Tiger Corporation Bengal Brute mower
• Resolution No. 67: Approval of the City of Cohoes 2022 Annual Estimate
• Discussion on 2022 street resurfacing and/or repaving

The Common Council approved Ordinance No. 8 authorizing a $3,000,000 capital project for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long-Term Control Plan, funded by serial bonds. The Council also passed Resolution No. 67 approving the City of Cohoes 2022 Annual Estimate, after a motion to table it failed for lack of a second. All other resolutions and the meeting minutes were approved unanimously, with the exception of Resolution No. 61 (mower purchase) and Resolution No. 67, which passed with Council Member Smith voting 'NAY'.

• Approved $3M bond ordinance for sewer overflow capital project (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Estimate budget (5-1, Smith nay)
• Approved 2021 budget amendment Resolution No. 59 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Western Star collection truck (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Tiger mower (5-1, Smith nay)
• Approved appointment of City Planner as certifying officer (unanimous)
• Approved grant application to NYS DOH and EFC (unanimous)
• Approved Recycling Partnership grant acceptance (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to decide on three items: selling city-owned land, increasing the cost of garbage cans for residents to $90, and approving a $34,995 contract with CT Male for a library building condition survey. The agenda includes supporting documents for each item.

• Approve sale of City owned land
• Raise garbage can cost to $90 for residents
• Approve $34,995 contract with CT Male for library building condition survey (amended)

The Board of Managers approved the sale of city-owned land at 238 Mohawk St., raised the cost of additional garbage cans to $90, and contracted CT Male for a library building condition survey at $34,995. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved sale of city-owned land at 238 Mohawk St. (unanimous)
• Approved raising additional garbage can cost to $90.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $34,995 contract with CT Male for library building condition survey (unanimous)

Audit & Finance Committee

The Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2022 budget/estimate. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of the proposed 2022 budget/estimate

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Commission will consider several requests regarding parking signage on Cottage Avenue and in the Cayuga Street Municipal Parking lot. The meeting also includes reviews of upcoming road closures for a Halloween event and a car show.

• No Parking Any Time signs on west side of Cottage Avenue to Wertime Court
• Road closure on Remsen Street from Columbia Street to Cayuga Street for Halloween Parade
• Road closure on Remsen Street and Mohawk Street for 2021 Cohoes Car Show
• New No Parking signs and relocated Handicap Parking signs in Cayuga Street Municipal Parking lot
• Driveway installation request at 13 Mann Avenue

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 annual estimate, followed by a workshop to discuss several items, including the purchase of equipment for the Department of Public Works, a $3,000,000 bond for the Vliet Street Phase III Sewer Separation Project, and grant applications for water and recycling programs.

• Public hearing on 2022 Annual Estimate
• Purchase of new multi-purpose collection truck for DPW
• Purchase of new mower for DPW
• Approval of $3,000,000 bond for Vliet Street Phase III Sewer Separation Project
• Grant applications for Phase I Water Improvement project and acceptance of grant from The Recycling Partnership

The Common Council held a public hearing on the 2022 Annual Estimate, with Comptroller Michael Durocher presenting the budget and answering questions. No formal decisions or votes were made during the hearing; it was adjourned by motion. The hearing was procedural, with discussion only.

• Adjourned public hearing on 2022 Annual Estimate (all AYE)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider approving a $22,000 quote from Flock Falcon Cameras for the police department. The agenda contains this single action item, with supporting documents attached.

• Approve $22,000 quote from Flock Falcon Cameras for police department

The Board of Managers unanimously approved a contract with Flock Safety for eight Flock Falcon Cameras for police vehicles at a cost of $22,000.00. The motion was made by Council President McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Keeler, and passed with all members voting 'AYE'. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved $22,000 contract with Flock Safety for 8 Flock Falcon Cameras for police vehicles (unanimous)

Personnel & Public Safety Committee

The Personnel & Public Safety Committee will hold discussions regarding the availability of EMS response times and the status of hill fire stations. The meeting also includes an updated agenda review.

• Discussion regarding EMS response times/availability
• Discussion regarding hill fire stations

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to certify examination results for the Code Enforcement Officer position (#67029). The agenda also includes a new business item, with prior approval noted by the Secretary to the Commission. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Certification of examination results for Code Enforcement Officer #67029
• New business item, previously approved by the Secretary to the Commission

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will review applications for building use changes at 15 Saint Agnes Highway and 109 Remsen Street. The board will also consider a reapplication for a two-family dwelling at 33 Mann Avenue.

• Change of Use/New Tenant application for 15 Saint Agnes Highway
• Special Use Permit reapplication for a two-family dwelling at 33 Mann Avenue
• Change of Use and Special Use Permit to add a bar at 109 Remsen Street
• Review of September 13th, 2021 Meeting Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board tabled a special use permit for a proposed duplex at 33 Mann Avenue, requiring the applicant to provide detailed renderings and a landscaping plan before reconsideration. The board also approved a change of use and special use permit for The Planter at 109 Remsen Street to allow alcohol sales, and approved a change of use/new tenant application for 15 St. Agnes Highway.

• Approved change of use/new tenant application for 15 St. Agnes Highway (unanimous)
• Tabled special use permit for 33 Mann Avenue duplex pending renderings and landscaping plan (unanimous)
• Approved change of use and special use permit for alcohol sales at 109 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will meet to review and vote on the approval of the 2022 budget.

• Approval of 2022 Budget

The Board of Managers unanimously approved the 2022 city budget totaling $24,853,400 across all funds. The budget includes $20,330,180 for the General Fund, $2,065,270 for the Water Fund, $2,239,395 for the Sewer Fund, and $218,655 for the Library Fund. The meeting then adjourned with no further business.

• Approved 2022 budget totaling $24,853,400 (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider a local law amending the city charter, a budget amendment, and several resolutions including a sewer separation contract, a police union agreement, and settlements of litigation. Public comment is scheduled, and an executive session is planned.

• Local Law No. 2 amending multiple charter sections and adding Article XIV
• Resolution No. 51 amending the FY 2021 annual budget
• Resolution No. 54 approving a contract with Carver Construction for the Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure Project
• Resolution No. 56 ratifying a memorandum of agreement with the Cohoes Police Officers Union
• Resolutions No. 57 and 58 approving settlements of pending litigation

The Common Council approved Local Law No. 2 for 2021, amending multiple sections of the City of Cohoes Charter. They also passed resolutions amending the 2021 budget, accepting a donated garbage truck, approving a sewer contract, and ratifying a police union agreement. The meeting included an executive session on pending litigation and discussion of a council member's permit issues.

• Approved Local Law No. 2 amending charter sections (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 51 amending 2021 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 52 accepting donated garbage truck from Consolidated Waste Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 53 SEQR Type II determination for streetscape improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 54 contract with Carver Construction for sewer separation project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 55 accepting library construction grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 56 ratifying police union agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions No. 57 and 58 settling pending litigation (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers approved Amendment No. 3 with C&S Companies for $3,000 for extra time on the water tank project. The 2022 budget was discussed, including a 0% tax increase, hiring 5 police recruits, and a 2% raise for non-union personnel, but no vote was taken. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Approved Amendment No. 3 with C&S Companies for $3,000 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting jointly with the Cohoes Local Development Corporation to consider three applications: a mural at 289 Ontario Street, a hanging sign at 109 Remsen Street, and vinyl window signs at 146 Remsen Street. The board will also consider minutes from its June 15, 2021 meeting. Public comments are due by September 8, 2021 at 4:00 pm.

• Mural installation at 289 Ontario Street facing Silliman Park, proposed by Cohoes Local Development Corporation
• 20"x30" hanging sign for The Planter at 109 Remsen Street, applicant Yamaris Cancel
• Two vinyl window signs for a proposed business at 146 Remsen Street, applicant Roseanna Counterman
• Consideration of June 15, 2021 meeting minutes

The board approved the concept for a mural at 289 Ontario Street, with the condition that it incorporate Silliman Church and mill workers. They also approved exterior renovations at 239 Remsen Street, excluding the sign and awning, which will be reviewed later. A sign bracket for a hanging sign at 109 Remsen Street was approved.

• Approved mural concept at 289 Ontario St, including Silliman Church and mill workers (5-0)
• Approved exterior renovations at 239 Remsen St, excluding sign and awning (5-0)
• Approved sign bracket for hanging sign at 109 Remsen St (5-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission is meeting to consider four items: approving the previous meeting's minutes, installing No Parking signs at Johnston Avenue and Broadway, installing a barricade near 6 Lancaster Street, and installing a driveway at 13 Mann Avenue. These are all proposed actions to be decided at the meeting.

• Approval of August 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• No Parking signs on Johnston Avenue at Broadway intersection
• Barricade between 6 Lancaster Street and adjacent parking lot
• Driveway at 13 Mann Avenue

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine civil service matters, including amending and certifying police examination results, reviewing employment applications, and discussing upcoming exams. Most items are procedural approvals or updates.

• Amend certified exam results for Police Officer #67135
• Certify exam results for Police Sergeant #70081
• Review provisional and non-competitive employment applications
• Review exam applicants for Police Lieutenant #72322
• Update on upcoming civil service examinations

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop and special meeting to discuss a proposed charter amendment referendum, sewer separation bids, and several resolutions. The special meeting will vote on resolutions for SEQR determinations, a TAP-CMAQ funding application, a recycling cart contract, a surveillance camera installation, and a library construction grant application.

• Discussion on referendum for Local Law No. 2 amending city charter sections
• Discussion on Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation bid results
• Resolution 48: Award contract to Toter LLC for recycling carts
• Resolution 49: Approve surveillance camera at Saratoga Street and New Courtland
• Resolution 50: Approve application to NYS Education Department Library Construction Fund

The Cohoes Common Council held a special meeting on September 14, 2021, and unanimously approved five resolutions. These included a SEQR determination, an application for NYS DOT funding, a contract with Toter LLC, a police surveillance camera installation application, and a library construction fund application. The council then voted to enter executive session to discuss a personnel issue.

• Approved Resolution 46: SEQR Type II action determination (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 47: Endorsed application for NYS DOT FY2021-TAP-CMAQ funding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 48: Awarded contract to Toter LLC and authorized mayor to execute agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 49: Authorized police chief to apply for surveillance camera installation at Saratoga St and New Courtland (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 50: Endorsed application to NYS Education Dept Library Construction Fund (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider the August 9th meeting minutes and four applications: one site plan update and three change-of-use requests for new businesses. The board is deciding whether to approve these proposals.

• 77 Ontario Street: site plan update for Island Spirits, including fencing and landscaping
• 146 Remsen Street: change of use for Shalom Community Room (bible study, prayer, singing)
• 211 Columbia Street: change of use for The Gathering Place (restaurant, 6am-2pm daily)
• 202 Ontario Street: change of use for Family Barber Shop

The board unanimously approved the updated site plan for Island Spirits at 77 Ontario Street, including a relocated dumpster, fencing, and planters. It also approved a change of use for a new non-denominational Bible study gathering place at 146 Remsen Street. Two other applications—for a restaurant at 211 Columbia Street and a barbershop at 202 Ontario Street—were tabled pending revised site plans. The board also approved the August 9, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated site plan for Island Spirits at 77 Ontario Street (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for new Bible study gathering place at 146 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Tabled change of use for restaurant at 211 Columbia Street pending revised site plan
• Tabled change of use for barbershop at 202 Ontario Street pending scaled drawings

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider two contract awards: the Columbia St. Phase II construction project to Carver Construction for $3,812,145, and a recycling bin purchase from Toter, LLC under a grant. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Award Columbia St. Phase II project to Carver Construction for $3,812,145 (low bidder, recommended by Arcadis)
• Award RFP to Toter, LLC for recycle bins as part of a grant

The Board of Managers unanimously approved a $3,945,645.00 contract to Carver Construction for the Columbia Street Phase II project, as recommended by consultant Arcadis. The board also unanimously approved an RFP to Toter, LLC for recycle bins for $264,780.00 under a grant. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 AM with no further business.

• Approved $3,945,645.00 contract to Carver Construction for Columbia Street Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $264,780.00 RFP to Toter, LLC for recycle bins under grant (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will open bids for the Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure Project. The Board will also consider a contract with Adirondack Mountain Engineering for a water tank closure report.

• Opening of bids for Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure Project
• $1,500 contract with Adirondack Mountain Engineering for water tank closure report

The Board of Managers opened bids for the Columbia Street Phase I Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure Project, with seven contractors submitting bids ranging from $3,812,145 to $5,231,268. No contract was awarded at this meeting. The board also approved a $1,500 contract with Adirondack Mountain Engineering for a water tank closure report, and then adjourned.

• Opened bids for Columbia Street Phase I Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure Project (no award)
• Approved $1,500 contract with Adirondack Mountain Engineering for water tank closure report (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider Local Law No. 2 for the Year 2021, which amends or removes various sections of the City Charter. The Council will also vote on a resolution to accept a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

• Public Hearing on Local Law No. 2 for the Year 2021 (City Charter amendments)
• Vote on Local Law No. 2 for the Year 2021
• Vote on resolution accepting Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration

The Common Council held a special meeting and public hearing on Local Law No. 2, which would have amended multiple sections of the City Charter. Corporation Counsel Brian Kremer announced the law is being withdrawn and will be put on a referendum in 2022, with the matter to appear on the September agenda. The council then approved Resolution No. 45, accepting a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration and authorizing the mayor to execute related documents.

• Withdrew Local Law No. 2 (charter amendment) from consideration, to be placed on a 2022 referendum
• Approved Resolution No. 45 accepting Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council held a special meeting and public hearing on Local Law No. 2, a charter amendment, but the law was withdrawn by Corporation Counsel Brian Kremer, who said it would be put on a referendum in 2022 and appear on the September agenda. The council then approved Resolution No. 45, accepting a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration and authorizing the mayor to execute related documents.

• Withdrew Local Law No. 2 (charter amendment) from consideration
• Closed public hearing on Local Law No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 45 accepting SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (6-0)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously denied two area variances for a proposed two-family home at 33 Mann Avenue, which sought to reduce side setbacks from 10 feet to about 3 feet 3 inches on each side. Board members cited the issue as self-created, noting the applicant could build within existing zoning, and expressed concerns about neighborhood character and fire safety. The applicant was not present at the meeting. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 28, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the minutes from the July 28, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Denied both area variances for side setbacks at 33 Mann Avenue, reducing required 10-foot setbacks to about 3 feet 3 inches, unanimously.
• Tabled no items; the board voted to deny rather than postpone despite one member's suggestion to table.

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding Local Law No. 1 of the Year 2021, which proposes amending various sections of the City Charter. The council will also discuss scheduling a public hearing and special meeting for Local Law No. 2 of the Year 2021.

• Public hearing for Local Law No. 1 of the Year 2021 (City Charter amendments)
• Approval of May 25, 2021 and June 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on scheduling a hearing for Local Law No. 2 of the Year 2021

The Common Council held a public hearing with no public comment, then voted unanimously to approve Local Law No. 1 of 2021, which amends various sections of the City of Cohoes Charter. The council also approved the minutes from the May 25 and June 26, 2021 meetings, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; discussion only occurred regarding scheduling a future hearing for Local Law No. 2.

• Approved Local Law No. 1 of 2021 amending the City Charter (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 25 and June 26, 2021 meetings (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Closed public hearing on Local Law No. 1 with no public comment (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is reviewing two items related to local infrastructure projects. This includes a contract for construction administration on Remsen St. Phase III and a change order for the water tank project.

• Contract with Chazen for Remsen St. Phase III design and construction administration for $41,100
• Change Order #4 with Caldwell for the water tank project for $2,473

The Board of Managers approved a $41,100 contract with Chazen Companies for design work and construction administration for the Remsen Street Phase III project. They also approved Change Order #3 with Caldwell for a new water tank robotic inspection at a cost of $2,473. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Approved $41,100 contract with Chazen Companies for Remsen Street Phase III design work (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #3 with Caldwell for water tank robotic inspection, $2,473 (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a special meeting and workshop on August 10, 2021. The agenda includes an executive session and a discussion regarding proposed amendments to the City Charter by the Charter Review Committee.

• Discussion of City Charter amendments from the Charter Review Committee
• Scheduled executive sessions

The Common Council held a special meeting on August 10, 2021, entering executive session for a personnel matter and later returning. The only substantive decision was approving Resolution No. 44, which appoints a member to the City of Cohoes Industrial Development Agency, passed with a 5-1 vote (Council Member Smith voting nay). The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved Resolution No. 44 appointing a member to the Industrial Development Agency (5-1, Smith nay)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes and a sign installation request for 218 Columbia Street. The Board is also expected to issue findings on the environmental review and potentially make a final determination on the site plan for a 36-unit housing development at 178-182 Ontario Street.

• Sign permit for 'Cohoes ValueMart' at 218 Columbia Street
• Environmental review (SEQRA) findings for 178-182 Ontario Street
• Site plan determination for 36-unit housing development at 178-182 Ontario Street

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a conditional site plan for 178-182 Ontario Street, requiring the applicant to return for one more meeting to finalize lighting and landscaping details. The board also approved a self-illuminated sign for the Cohoes ValueMart at 218 Columbia Street and accepted the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved exterior lighted sign at 218 Columbia Street (unanimous)
• Approved SEQR findings statement for 178-182 Ontario Street (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved site plan for 178-182 Ontario Street (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to certify examination results for Police Officer #67135 and to address any new business. The agenda is otherwise minimal, with no other substantive items listed.

• Certification of examination results for Police Officer #67135
• New business discussion

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider approving the letting of bids for the Columbia St. Phase II sewer separation and green infrastructure project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Approve letting of bids for Columbia St. Phase II sewer separation and green infrastructure

The Board of Managers approved the letting of bids for the Columbia Street Phase IT Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project. The motion passed unanimously with all members voting 'AYE'. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved letting of bids for Columbia Street Phase IT Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider an area variance for 110 Heartt Avenue and approve minutes from the May 26, 2021 meeting. The meeting is open to the public, and comments can be submitted in advance.

• Area variance for 110 Heartt Avenue
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved three area variances for a tiny house on wheels and shed at 110 Heartt Avenue, with modifications. The board approved a 5' side-yard variance, reduced the rear-yard variance from 5' to 3', and initially denied the 7' shed variance before approving a 3' variance instead. The project includes a private writer's studio and public reading garden.

• Approved 5' side-yard variance for tiny house on wheels (5-0)
• Approved 3' rear-yard variance instead of requested 5' (5-0)
• Denied 7' shed variance, then approved 3' shed variance (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is meeting to consider several items, including approving minutes from April meetings, hearing a quarterly economic development report, and voting on an ordinance to sell a city-owned parcel. The council will also consider resolutions to amend the 2021 budget and authorize a grant agreement for a sewer overflow project along the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail.

• Ordinance No. 7: Approving sale of a city-owned parcel
• Resolution No. 42: Amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2021
• Resolution No. 43: Authorizing grant agreement for Vliet Street combined sewer overflow project
• Presentation of quarterly report by Director of Community and Economic Development
• Approval of minutes from April 13 and April 27, 2021 meetings

The Common Council approved Ordinance No. 7 authorizing the sale of a city-owned parcel, and Resolution No. 42 amending the 2021 annual budget with several transfers. Resolution No. 43 authorized the mayor to execute a grant agreement for the Vliet Street combined sewer overflow green infrastructure project. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Approved minutes of April 13 and 27, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7 for sale of city-owned parcel (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 42 amending 2021 budget, including $45,000 for new police car and $35,700 for software (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 43 authorizing grant agreement for Vliet Street CSO green infrastructure corridor (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine civil service matters, including certifying exam results for two positions, reviewing applicants for several roles, and discussing upcoming examinations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Certification of exam results for Secretary to the Police Chief #63112
• Certification of exam results for Executive Secretary to Director of Economic Development #63081
• Review of applicants for District Data Coordinator #67920
• Review of applicants for School Safety Officer #60051
• Review of applicants for Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator #61620

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss three items: proposed amendments to the City Charter from the Charter Review Committee, the sale of real property on Bayberry Lane, and acceptance of a grant from the NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation for the Vliet Street combined sewer overflow project. Public comment is scheduled, followed by an executive session.

• Discussion of City Charter amendments by the Charter Review Committee
• Discussion of sale of real property on Bayberry Lane
• Discussion of grant acceptance from NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation for Vliet Street combined sewer overflow project
• Public comment period
• Executive session

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting to consider several site plan, special use permit, and change of use applications, including a final environmental impact statement for a mixed-use project. The board will also review minutes from its previous meeting and discuss possible amendments to a site plan.

• 178-182 Ontario Street: Final Environmental Impact Statement submission by Cohoes II Limited Partnership
• 110 Heartt Avenue: Final Site Plan approval for a writer's studio and public reading garden
• 169 Ontario Street: Preliminary Site Plan for U-Hall van bodies as self-storage units, requiring rezoning to I-1 Industrial
• 169 Remsen Street: Change of Use and Special Use Permit for Tobacco Island to sell alcohol and tobacco
• 33 Hart Street: Site Plan for 8' fencing with pedestrian and vehicular gate along Columbia Street

The board accepted the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the 178-182 Ontario Street project, with a unanimous vote. They also approved a final site plan and special use permit for a tiny house writer's studio at 110 Heartt Avenue, and a change of use and special use permit for 169 Remsen Street to allow alcohol, gaming machines, and a hookah bar. A preliminary site plan for 169 Ontario Street was tabled pending a revised scaled site plan.

• Approved the Final Environmental Impact Statement for 178-182 Ontario Street (unanimous).
• Approved final site plan for a tiny house writer's studio at 110 Heartt Avenue (unanimous).
• Approved a Special Use Permit for the tiny house and library at 110 Heartt Avenue (unanimous).
• Tabled the preliminary site plan for 169 Ontario Street (U-Haul storage units) pending a revised scaled site plan (unanimous).
• Approved a change of use and special use permit for 169 Remsen Street to add alcohol, gaming machines, and a hookah bar, with hours 9AM-1AM (unanimous).
• Approved a site plan for an 8' aluminum fence and retaining wall at 33 Hart Street (unanimous).
• Approved a change of use for 120 Mohawk Street from 3 to 7 units, with stipulation to bring one unit up to code (unanimous).
• Discussed proposed site plan updates for 77 Ontario Street (Island Spirits) but took no vote.

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to authorize two actions: letting a bid for 4,500 65-gallon recycling carts and contracting with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson Architecture & Preservation for professional services at the Music Hall. Both items are up for approval.

• Authorize letting of bid for 4,500 65-gallon recycling carts
• Authorize contract with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson Architecture & Preservation for Music Hall services

The Board of Managers approved the letting of bids for 4,500 65-gallon recycling carts. They also approved a $19,500 contract with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson Architecture & Preservation, LLP for professional services at the Cohoes Music Hall. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved letting of bids for 4,500 65-gallon recycling carts.
• Approved $19,500 contract with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson Architecture & Preservation, LLP for professional services at Cohoes Music Hall.

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to consider several traffic-related requests, including driveway expansions, new stop signs, and a temporary road closure for a car show. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Expansion of driveway at 81 Meadowlark Drive from 12 to 17 feet, requested by Jessica Gonzalez
• Curb cut and driveway installation at 68 Masten Avenue, requested by Daniel and Maureen Yetto
• Installation of STOP signs at McDonald Drive and Arrowhead Drive at Springhollow Drive intersections
• Road closure on Remsen Street from Ontario Street to Cayuga Street for the Cohoes Car Show on July 25, 2021
• Approval of a 15 to 20 foot curb cut at 640 Saratoga Street, submitted by Shebeena Naeem

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing and regular meeting to consider street resurfacing, a recycling services agreement, an LED streetlight energy performance contract, and numerous grant applications for waterfront, historic preservation, and energy projects. The agenda also includes several resolutions related to environmental review determinations for city projects.

• Ordinance No. 6: authorizing resurfacing/repaving of certain city streets
• Resolution No. 28: recycling services agreement with Consolidated Waste Services LLC d/b/a Twin Bridges Waste and Recycling
• Resolution No. 38: energy performance contract with Siemens Industry, Inc. for LED streetlight replacement
• Resolutions No. 32-34: grant applications for City Hall roof/structural repairs and energy improvements
• Resolution No. 40: lease agreement for office space at the Cohoes Public Library

The Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 6 authorizing street resurfacing/repaving, and 16 resolutions covering recycling services, grant applications, a streetlight LED contract, and other items. All votes were unanimous with all present members voting 'AYE'.

• Approved Ordinance No. 6 for street resurfacing/repaving.
• Approved Resolution No. 28 for recycling services with Consolidated Waste Services LLC.
• Approved Resolution No. 29 to submit a grant application for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.
• Approved Resolution No. 26 scheduling a public hearing on CDBG applications.
• Approved Resolution No. 30 to submit a CDBG application via the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA).
• Approved Resolution No. 31 to submit a CFA for the Climate Smart Communities Grant Program.
• Approved Resolution No. 38 for an energy performance contract with Siemens for LED streetlights.
• Approved Resolution No. 40 for a lease agreement for office space at the Cohoes Public Library.

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission met to review traffic sign changes, including replacing a yield sign with a stop sign at Mohawk and Columbia Streets. The body also considered installing no-parking signs on Devlin Street and Masten Avenue. A significant item involved approving a road closure from September 2021 to November 2022 for remediation work requested by National Grid.

• Road closure of Linden and Whitehall Streets from Sept 7, 2021 to Nov 30, 2022 for National Grid remediation
• Replacement of 'Yield' sign with 'Stop' sign at Mohawk Street and Columbia Street intersection
• Installation of 'No Parking Here To Corner' signs on Devlin Street and Masten Avenue
• Closure of Remsen Street between Ontario and Oneida Streets for Rock the Block concerts in July-August 2021

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to approve four park improvement contracts funded by the Parks Bond, totaling $61,269, and one professional services contract not to exceed $7,200. All items are up for a single vote at the 9:30 a.m. meeting.

• Contract with Evolution for Craner Park work, $17,460 from Parks Bond
• Contract with Crafco for Sunset Park work, $12,569 from Parks Bond
• Contract with Evolution for Westend Park work, $15,370 from Parks Bond
• Contract with Evolution for Heartt Ave. Park work, $15,870 from Parks Bond
• Professional services contract with Daniele Cherniak for 12 weeks, not to exceed $7,200

The Board of Managers unanimously approved five contracts totaling $68,469 for milling, paving, and re-asphalting at four parks, plus a professional services agreement. All motions passed with unanimous 'AYE' votes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved $17,460 contract with Evolution for milling and paving at Craner Park (unanimous)
• Approved $12,569 contract with Crafco, Inc. for milling and paving at Heart Avenue Park (unanimous)
• Approved $15,370 contract with Evolution for milling of court surfaces and re-asphalt at Westend Park (unanimous)
• Approved $15,870 contract with Evolution for milling and re-asphalt at Sunset Park (unanimous)
• Approved $7,200 professional services contract with Daniele Cherniak for 12 weeks (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet to consider three exterior alteration requests: flower beds at 109 Remsen Street, painting and porch/railing work at 139 Mohawk Street, and changing blue trim to black at 130 Remsen Street. The board will also review the minutes from its May 18, 2021 meeting. Public comments may be submitted before the meeting.

• 109 Remsen Street: exterior flower beds (applicant Luke Gladue)
• 139 Mohawk Street: exterior painting and porch/railing work (applicant Deborah Zotto)
• 130 Remsen Street: change blue trim to black (applicant Daniel Oh/130 Remsen LLC)

The board approved installation of flower boxes at 109 Remsen Street, exterior signs and backlighting at 95 and 109 Remsen Street, and an exterior paint color change at 122 Remsen Street. A request for flag poles/brackets was deferred until designs are submitted. An application for exterior work at 139 Mohawk Street was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved installation of flower boxes at 109 Remsen Street
• Approved exterior signs and backlighting at 95 and 109 Remsen Street
• Deferred flag poles/brackets until designs are submitted
• Approved exterior paint color change at 122 Remsen Street
• Application for 139 Mohawk Street withdrawn by applicant

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board unanimously approved change-of-use applications for new businesses at 109 Remsen Street (The Planter, LLC), 127 Canvass Street (a pediatrician's office), and 301 Ontario Street (Little Linda's Apothecary). The board also approved a residential 2-lot subdivision at 8 Fourth Street and closed the public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for 178-182 Ontario Street.

• Approved change of use for The Planter, LLC at 109 Remsen Street (plant workshop/retail).
• Approved change of use and special use permit for a pediatrician's office at 127 Canvass Street, with a caveat for future site plan review.
• Approved change of use for Little Linda's Apothecary at 301 Ontario Street (herbs and teas).
• Approved a 2-lot subdivision at 8 Fourth Street.
• Closed the 60-day public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for 178-182 Ontario Street.

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss a wide range of items, including proposed City Charter amendments, street resurfacing, a library lease renewal, and several grant applications. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Presentation by Charter Review Committee on City Charter amendments
• Discussion on resurfacing/repaving certain city streets
• Discussion on lease renewal with Heidi R. Wright for space at Cohoes Public Library
• Discussion on agreement with Twin Bridges Waste & Recycling for recycling services
• Discussion on grant applications for White Street Streetscape Renovation (CDBG, Climate Smart), City Hall roof (CFA Heritage, Historic Preservation, NYSERDA), Erie Canal Parkway EPF, and NYSDOS LWRP

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is deciding whether to approve a recycling contract with Twin Bridges at $25 per ton and a $15,500 contract with Chazen to prepare three grant applications. Both items are up for approval at the meeting.

• Approve RFP with Twin Bridges for recycling at $25 per ton (2 RFPs received)
• Approve contract with Chazen for 3 grant applications at $15,500

The Board of Managers approved an RFP with Twin Bridges for recycling at $25 per ton and a contract with Chazen to prepare three grant applications for $15,500. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:36 AM with no further business.

• Approved RFP with Twin Bridges for recycling at $25/ton (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Chazen for 3 grant applications at $15,500 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the April 28, 2021 meeting and acknowledge a newly appointed Commissioner. The agenda includes reviewing non-competitive employment applications and specific examination applicants for Police Sergeant and Code Enforcement Officer roles.

• Acknowledgement of Newly Appointed Commissioner
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Reinstatement Request for School District Custodian
• Review of Examination Applicants for Police Sergeant
• Review of Examination Applicants for Code Enforcement Officer

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually on May 26, 2021, to consider a use variance for 5 New Courtland Street and area variances for 120 N. Third Street and 118 Bridge Avenue. The board will also review the minutes from its April 28 meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Use variance for 5 New Courtland Street
• Area variance for 120 N. Third Street
• Area variance for 118 Bridge Avenue
• Consideration of April 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a use variance for 5 New Cortland Street, allowing the applicant to operate a metal pipe fabrication and welding warehouse. The board also approved two area variances for a pool at 120 N. Third Street and two sheds at 118 Bridge Avenue, each with stipulations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved use variance for 5 New Cortland St. (5-0)
• Approved area variance for pool at 120 N. Third St. with stipulation it is for pool only (5-0)
• Approved area variance for new shed at 118 Bridge Ave. with stipulation it be a Tuff Shed or similar (5-0)
• Approved area variance for existing shed at 118 Bridge Ave. with stipulation it be rebuilt in kind (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will discuss Charter Review Committee recommendations and review a quarterly report from the Director of Community and Economic Development. The agenda includes several ordinances and resolutions regarding city infrastructure, easements, and vehicle purchases.

• Ordinance No. 4: $1,200,000 bond for combined sewer overflow long-term control plan
• Ordinance No. 5: Abandoning or releasing easements along 308 Ontario Street
• Resolution No. 25: Awarding contracts for the purchase of certain trucks
• Resolution No. 26: Scheduling a public hearing for Community Development Block Grant Applications
• Resolution No. 27: Naming a field at Berkley Park as Derek Becker and Sean Harden Memorial Field

The Common Council approved four ordinances and resolutions, including amending a bond ordinance for the combined sewer overflow project, releasing easements at 308 Ontario Street, awarding contracts for truck purchases, scheduling a public hearing for community development block grant applications, and naming a field at Berkley Park as the Derek Becker & Sean Harden Memorial Field. The meeting also included a quarterly report from the Community Development Director and public comments.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4 amending bond terms for CSO project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5 releasing easements at 308 Ontario Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25 awarding truck purchase contracts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 26 scheduling public hearing for CDBG applications (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 27 naming field at Berkley Park as Derek Becker & Sean Harden Memorial Field (5-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission met to review minutes and consider several traffic sign installations and changes. Key items included adding yield signs for pedestrians and bicyclists on Manor Avenue near the Bike Trail and placing state law signs on North Mohawk Street. The agenda also covered no parking signs on Bridge Avenue and late additions regarding a handicap sign removal and driveway relocation.

• Install 'Yield to Pedestrians' and 'Yield to Bicyclists' signs on Manor Avenue east and west of the Bike Trail
• Install 'State Law' signs on North Mohawk Street at the Falls View crossing
• Install 'No Parking Any Time' signs on Bridge Avenue at the First Street intersection
• Remove a Residential Handicap Parking sign from 13 Mann Avenue
• Relocate a driveway at 43 Masten Avenue

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a single action item: approving a contract with Discover eGov for civil service software at $5,700 per year, prorated for the current year. The contract is under a New York State contract. No other business is listed.

• Approve Discover eGov civil service contract, $5,700/year, prorated

The Board of Managers approved a contract with Discover eGov for a Civil Service program at $5,700 per year, using a New York State contract. The motion was made by Jim Bouchard, seconded by Council President McCarthy, and passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved Discover eGov Civil Service program contract at $5,700/year (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to consider the April 20, 2021 meeting minutes and a proposal for a 46'x46' patio and new fencing. Public comments can be submitted before the meeting.

• Consideration of April 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Proposal for a 46'x46' patio and new fencing

The Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved a 46' x 46' patio and 4' black aluminum fencing at 100 N. Mohawk Street, with the condition that removable shade canopies be deferred until more design details are provided. The motion passed unanimously (3-0) with two members absent. The board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved patio and fencing at 100 N. Mohawk St. without canopies (3-0)
• Deferred decision on shade canopies pending design details

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a single action item: approving a contract with RETTEW Engineering for $16,300 to prepare an application for a floating solar array. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Approve contract with RETTEW Engineering for floating solar array application for $16,300

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items: purchasing vehicles for the Department of Public Works, easements at 308 Ontario Street, revisions to a 2020 Bond Ordinance, and dedicating a field at Cohoes Little League. These are discussion items only, not final decisions.

• Discussion of vehicle purchases for the Department of Public Works
• Discussion of easements at 308 Ontario Street
• Discussion of revisions to a Bond Ordinance for the Year 2020
• Discussion of field dedication at Cohoes Little League

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet virtually on May 10, 2021, at 6:30 pm. The agenda includes consideration of the April 12 meeting minutes and four change-of-use/new tenant applications for properties at 34 Congress Street, 5 New Cortland Street, 58 Columbia Street, and 205 Columbia Street. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before May 7.

• Consideration of April 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Change of Use/New Tenant for residential unit at 34 Congress Street
• Change of Use/New Tenant for new business at 5 New Cortland Street
• Change of Use/New Tenant for new business at 58 Columbia Street
• Change of Use for 205 Columbia Street

The Cohoes Planning Board unanimously approved four change-of-use applications at its May 10, 2021 virtual meeting: a residential unit at 34 Congress Street, a new business at 5 New Cortland Street, a retail fabric store at 58 Columbia Street, and a change of use for 205 Columbia Street involving an ice cream trailer. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Approved change of use for residential unit at 34 Congress Street (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for new business at 5 New Cortland Street (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for retail fabric store at 58 Columbia Street (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for 205 Columbia Street for ice cream trailer (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, acknowledge a commissioner resignation, and discuss various personnel matters including non-competitive applications, provisional appointments, a police officer transfer request, and examination applicants. The agenda also includes requests for special accommodations and a request to fill an exempt classification title at City Hall.

• Review of transfer request for City Police Officer
• Review of examination applicants for Police Officer #67135
• Request to fill exempt classification title upon vacancy at City Hall
• Acknowledgement of Commissioner resignation of Ed Krajewski
• Review of non-competitive employment applications

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually on April 28, 2021 at 6:30 pm. The board will consider the minutes from its February 24 meeting and three area variance requests for properties at 7 Rose Court, 39 N. Reservoir St., and 153 Van Schaick Ave. Public comments can be submitted by email or in writing before the meeting.

• Area variance for 7 Rose Court
• Area variance for 39 N. Reservoir St.
• Area variance for 153 Van Schaick Ave.
• Approval of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public participation

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved all six area variances requested for a property at 7 Rose Court, allowing the owner to demolish the existing home and build a new one for her sister. The board also unanimously approved two separate shed variances at 39 North Reservoir Street and 153 Van Schaick Avenue. Member Anthony Kusaywa was elected Vice Chair of the board.

• Approved six area variances for new home at 7 Rose Court (5-0)
• Approved 7' side setback variance for 10'x10' shed at 39 North Reservoir Street (5-0)
• Approved 9' side setback variance for 8'x12' shed at 153 Van Schaick Avenue (5-0)
• Elected Anthony Kusaywa as Vice Chair (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing on community development needs and a CDBG Microenterprise grant application, then will vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include two bond ordinances totaling about $10.9 million for capital improvements and sewer overflow projects, plus resolutions on budget amendments, shared services, and tax foreclosure.

• Ordinance No. 2: $6,583,093 bond for capital improvements to city facilities
• Ordinance No. 3: $4,325,000 bond for combined sewer overflow long-term control plan
• Ordinance No. 1: Right of entry agreement with Charter Communications for 202 and 204 Berkley Avenue
• Resolution No. 23: Implement Real Property Tax Law Section 1111-a for accelerated tax foreclosure on vacant properties
• Resolution No. 24: Submit CDBG Microenterprise Program grant application

The Common Council approved three ordinances and five resolutions, including two bond ordinances totaling $10,908,093 for capital improvements and sewer overflow projects, a right-of-entry agreement with Charter Communications, a budget amendment, a shared services agreement with Green Island, a CSEA DPW labor agreement, accelerated tax foreclosure authorization, and a CDBG microenterprise grant application. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Council Member Smith abstaining only on the minutes approval. The council also heard public comments and entered letters regarding Norlite dust concerns into the record.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1: Right of entry agreement with Charter Communications for 202 and 204 Berkley Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2: $6,583,093 bond for capital improvements to city facilities (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3: $4,325,000 bond for combined sewer overflow control plan (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 20: Amended FY2020 budget with transfers (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21: Shared services agreement with Village of Green Island (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22: Ratified CSEA DPW unit memorandum of agreement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23: Authorized accelerated tax foreclosure for vacant/abandoned properties (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24: CDBG microenterprise grant application to NYS Office of Community Renewal (6-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider several bids and proposals, including contracts for recycling disposal, vehicle purchases, park paving, and mulch installation. They will also approve a change order for engineering services related to a water storage tank replacement.

• Letting of bids for recycling disposal
• Accept quote from SM Gallivan for mulch and installation at city parks for $20,651.91
• Accept low bid from Carmody Ford for three F-350 trucks for $119,593
• Accept proposal from Evolution Construction Services for paving Berkley Park for $43,678.00
• Approve change order 3 for C & S engineering for water storage tank replacement for $3,000.00

The Board of Managers approved four items: an RFP for recycling disposal sale/service, a $20,651.91 mulch quote from SM Gallivan for city parks, a $119,593.00 low bid from Carmody Ford for DPW vehicles, and a $43,678.00 paving proposal from Evolution Construction Services for Berkley Park. A change order from C&S Engineering for water storage construction services was tabled. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved RFP for Recycling Disposal Sale/Service (unanimous)
• Approved $20,651.91 mulch quote from SM Gallivan for city parks (unanimous)
• Approved $119,593.00 low bid from Carmody Ford for DPW vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $43,678.00 paving proposal from Evolution Construction Services for Berkley Park (unanimous)
• Tabled change order from C&S Engineering for water storage construction services

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting virtually to consider three new sign applications at 190, 144, and 86 Remsen Street, plus approval of the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Consideration of February 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• New sign at 190 Remsen Street
• New sign at 144 Remsen Street
• New sign at 86 Remsen Street

The Cohoes Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved new signs for three businesses on Remsen Street: Nelly's Treats at 190 Remsen, Sweet Happy Days at 86 Remsen, and Paint Cohoes Gallery & Studio at 144 Remsen. All approvals were unanimous with four members present. The board also approved the minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting.

• Approved new sign for Nelly's Treats at 190 Remsen Street (4-0)
• Approved new sign for Sweet Happy Days at 86 Remsen Street (4-0)
• Approved new sign for Paint Cohoes Gallery & Studio at 144 Remsen Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will consider several traffic-related items, including installing all-way stop signs or a flashing red light at Bridge Avenue and 1st Street, approving a driveway and curb cut at 19 2nd Street, adding deer crossing signs on Columbia Street, and approving a weekly road closure on Remsen Street for an outdoor dining event. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• All-way stop signs or flashing red light at Bridge Avenue and 1st Street
• Driveway and curb cut approval at 19 2nd Street
• Deer crossing signs on Columbia Street near the Eddy and near 328 Columbia Street
• Road closure on Remsen Street between Ontario and Cayuga Streets for 'Eat in the Street' Fridays 3:30-10 PM, May 7 to October 1, 2021

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including two major bond approvals totaling over $10.9 million for city-wide improvements and the Columbia Street sewer separation project. They will also discuss a state financing application for water treatment plant upgrades, a shared services agreement with Green Island, and other administrative matters. The special meeting includes votes on an insurance contract, a public hearing for CDBG applications, and the water project financing application.

• Discussion of $6,580,000 General Bond for city-wide improvements
• Discussion of $4,325,000 Bond for Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation Project
• Resolution to submit NYS EFC Revolving Funds financing application for water treatment plant project
• Resolution approving excess workers' compensation and liability insurance contract
• Resolution scheduling public hearing for CDBG Microenterprise Program applications

The Common Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved three resolutions: an excess workers' compensation and employment liability insurance contract, scheduling a public hearing on community development needs and CDBG microenterprise applications, and authorizing a financing application for the water treatment plant project. The meeting then adjourned to executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved Resolution No. 17, excess workers' comp and employment liability insurance contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 18, scheduling public hearing on CDBG microenterprise applications (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 19, authorizing NYS EFC revolving funds financing application for water treatment plant (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting virtually to review several development applications, including a draft environmental impact statement for a project at 178-182 Ontario Street. They will also consider new tenant, change of use, site plan, and sketch plan applications for properties on Remsen, Willow, Saratoga, Heartt, and Bridge Avenues.

• Review of Draft Environmental Impact Statement for 178-182 Ontario Street
• New tenant application for proposed business at 190 Remsen Street
• Change of use application for residential unit at 17 Willow Street
• Site plan review for two proposed carports at 574 Saratoga Street
• Sketch plan conference for mixed-use development at 110 Heartt Avenue

The board unanimously denied a site plan for a proposed four-unit multi-family development at 134 Bridge Avenue, citing concerns about density, parking, and building design. They also accepted a draft environmental impact statement for a 36-unit project at 178-182 Ontario Street, starting a 60-day public comment period. Other approvals included a bakery at 190 Remsen Street, a residential conversion at 17 Willow Street, and two carports at 574 Saratoga Street.

• Denied site plan for 4-unit development at 134 Bridge Avenue (4-0)
• Accepted draft EIS for 36-unit project at 178-182 Ontario Street (4-0)
• Approved change of use for Nelly's Treats Bakery at 190 Remsen Street (4-0)
• Approved residential conversion at 17 Willow Street (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 2 carports at 574 Saratoga Street (4-0)
• No vote on sketch plan for tiny house at 110 Heartt Avenue; board gave favorable feedback

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will consider several contract amendments and a new insurance agreement. The meeting includes decisions on construction change orders for Columbia Street and James Street culverts.

• Change order #2 with C&S Companies for Columbia St. Culvert for $29,812.50
• Addendum to A/E contract for Geoprobe work at James St. culvert for $1,665.00
• Agreement with Midwest Employers Casualty Company for excess workers comp. premium of $79,900.00

The Board of Managers unanimously approved three contracts: a $29,812.50 change order with C&S Companies for the Columbia St. Culvert project, a $1,665.00 A&E contract for Geoprobe work at the James St. culvert, and an agreement with Midwest Employers Casualty Company for excess worker comp with a $79,900.00 premium and a $750,000 deductible. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CO#2 with C&S Companies for Columbia St. Culvert project ($29,812.50) (unanimous)
• Approved A&E contract for Geoprobe work at James St. culvert ($1,665.00) (unanimous)
• Approved excess worker comp agreement with Midwest Employers Casualty Company ($79,900.00 premium, $750,000 deductible) (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers approved three items: a $198,750 contract with CHA for the Vliet Street Sewer Separation Project, a $10,532 quote from InterVid for cameras at the DPW garage, and a use of facilities application from the Black Watch Soccer Club for Lansing Park in April, generating $6,000 for the city. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 AM.

• Approved $198,750 contract with CHA for Vliet Street Sewer Separation Project (unanimous)
• Approved $10,532 quote from InterVid for cameras at DPW garage (unanimous)
• Approved Black Watch Soccer Club use of Lansing Park for April, city to receive $6,000 (unanimous)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet in person to consider approving several traffic-related items, including new parking restrictions and a marathon route. The agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, new 'No Parking' signs, and a request for '15 Minute Parking' signs that was tabled last month.

• Approval of 'No Parking' signs on both sides of Congress Street near the alley 110' south of White Street
• Approval of 'No Parking Here to Corner' signs at Church and Orchard Streets
• Approval of the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and Hannaford Half Marathon route on October 10, 2021
• Approval of '15 Minute Parking' signs at 300.5 Ontario Street (tabled from February meeting)

Charter Review Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Charter Review Committee (also listed as Charter Reform Committee) meeting on March 11, 2021, at 6:45 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics, including remote access via GoToMeeting and a phone dial-in number, with no listed discussion items or decisions.

• Meeting scheduled for THU, MAR 11, 2021 at 6:45 PM
• Remote access via GoToMeeting (URL provided)
• Phone dial-in: 1 (408) 650-3123, Access Code: 739-638-629

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including adopting the Police Reform Reinvention Committee's plan, security and surveillance systems on city streets, updating technology in the council chambers, and an engineering agreement with CHA Consulting for the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project. Public comment is included. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on adopting the Police Reform Reinvention and Collaborative Committee's plan
• Discussion on security and surveillance systems on certain city streets
• Discussion on updating technology in Common Council Chambers
• Discussion on engineering agreement with CHA Consulting, Inc. for Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet virtually on March 8, 2021, to consider several applications. These include change of use requests for businesses on Remsen Street, a sketch plan for a mixed-use development on Heartt Avenue, a site plan amendment for Columbia Street, and a site plan for a six-unit multifamily building on Bridge Avenue. The board will also approve the minutes from its February 8 meeting.

• Change of use application for proposed business at 144 Remsen Street
• Change of use application for proposed business at 75 Remsen Street
• Sketch plan conference for mixed-use development at 110 Heartt Avenue
• Site plan amendment for approved development at 218 Columbia Street
• Site plan application for six-unit multifamily development at 134 Bridge Avenue

The board unanimously approved a change-of-use application for Paint Cohoes Studio and Gallery at 144 Remsen Street, with a stipulation that any expansion into a bar or restaurant would require a special use permit. It also unanimously denied a site plan amendment to add a griddle and fryer at the 218 Columbia Street gas station, citing concerns about odors and noise. Two other items were tabled: a mixed-use venue at 75 Remsen Street and a six-unit development at 134 Bridge Avenue, pending additional information.

• Approved change of use for Paint Cohoes Studio and Gallery at 144 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Denied site plan amendment for griddle/fryer at 218 Columbia St (unanimous)
• Tabled change of use for event venue at 75 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan for 6-unit development at 134 Bridge Ave (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually on February 24, 2021, to consider a rear setback area variance for a pool at 207 Manor Avenue. The board will also review the minutes from its January 27, 2021 meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Rear setback area variance for a pool at 207 Manor Avenue
• Consideration of January 27, 2021 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for a 21-foot above-ground pool at 207 Manor Avenue, allowing a 4-foot setback reduction on the northerly property line. The approval is conditional on the property owner calling dig-safe to mark underground lines. The board also unanimously approved the January 27, 2021 meeting minutes and tabled the selection of a vice chair to the next meeting.

• Approved area variance for pool at 207 Manor Ave with 4-ft setback reduction, conditional on dig-safe call (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 27, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Tabled vice chair selection to next month's agenda

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a public hearing on community development needs and a 2020 Community Development Block Grant application, then vote on several resolutions including amending the FY2020 budget, accepting donations from Tradebe/Norlite, ratifying a labor agreement, authorizing a contract for City Hall windows, and submitting a CDBG infrastructure grant application.

• Public hearing on CDBG needs and 2020 grant submission
• Resolution No. 9: Amending FY2020 annual budget
• Resolution No. 10: Accepting donation from Tradebe Environmental Services and Norlite
• Resolution No. 12: Service order contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall windows
• Resolution No. 13: CDBG Infrastructure Program grant application to NYS Office of Community Renewal

The Common Council approved five resolutions: amending the FY2020 budget with transfers, accepting a donation from Tradebe Environmental Services, ratifying a labor agreement with CSEA DPW unit, authorizing a service contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall windows, and authorizing a CDBG grant application. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Approved Resolution No. 9 amending FY2020 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 10 accepting donation from Tradebe Environmental Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 11 ratifying CSEA DPW unit agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 12 authorizing C.T. Male Associates contract for City Hall windows (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 13 authorizing CDBG grant application (unanimous)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet virtually to consider several parking-related requests, including removing a 15-minute parking sign, adding a new driveway, transferring a handicap parking sign, and installing a new 15-minute parking sign. The commission will also approve minutes from its previous meeting.

• Remove 15-minute parking sign at 125 Main Street
• Second driveway for 65 Masten Avenue
• Transfer handicap parking sign from 162 Congress to 35 Vliet Street
• Add 15-minute parking sign at 300 Ontario Street
• Approve January 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission approved the removal of a 15-minute parking sign on Main Street, approved a driveway at 65 Masten Avenue, and approved relocating a handicap parking sign from 162 Congress Street to 35 Vliet Street. The commission tabled a request for 15-minute parking signs in front of 300 ½ Ontario Street for further study.

• Approved removal of 15-minute parking sign on Main Street in front of former Zullo's Grocery (unanimous)
• Approved driveway and curb cut of 15 feet at 65 Masten Avenue, contingent on building permit and zoning variances (unanimous)
• Approved relocation of handicap parking sign from 162 Congress Street to 35 Vliet Street (unanimous)
• Tabled request for two 15-minute parking signs at 300 ½ Ontario Street for further study (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review the minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting and examine the 2020 Annual Report and Annual Fees Report for submission to NYSCS. The agenda also includes a review of examination applicants for the Fire Chief position.

• Review of 2020 Annual Report for submission to NYSCS
• Review of 2020 Annual Fees Report for submission to NYSCS
• Review of Examination Applicants – Fire Chief

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting virtually to consider the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes and a new sign application for 133 Remsen Street. Public comments may be submitted by email or in writing before the meeting.

• Consideration of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• New sign application at 133 Remsen Street

The Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved a new sign for a coffee shop at 133 Remsen Street, replacing the current catering business sign. The applicant, Melanie Diaz-Fillerup, noted that awning and lighting changes are on hold, and a façade change application is planned but delayed due to landlord constraints. The board also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting.

• Approved new sign at 133 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss a Host Community Benefit Agreement with Tradebe Environmental Services, LLC and a contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall window replacement. The special meeting includes a resolution to schedule a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant needs for the 2020 program year. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of Host Community Benefit Agreement with Tradebe Environmental Services, LLC
• Discussion of contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall window replacement
• Resolution No. 8 scheduling public hearing on Community Development Block Grant for 2020 program year

The Cohoes Common Council held a special virtual meeting on February 9, 2021. They approved Resolution No. 8, scheduling a public hearing on the city's Community Development Block Grant needs for the 2020 program year. The council then adjourned to executive session to discuss a proposed employee bargaining unit contract. No public comments were received.

• Approved Resolution No. 8 scheduling a CDBG public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss employee bargaining unit contract (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet virtually on February 8, 2021, to consider several applications. These include change-of-use requests for proposed businesses at 169, 144, and 133 Remsen Street, a two-lot subdivision at 75 Egbert Street, and a lot line adjustment at 100 North Mohawk Street. The board will also review a draft scoping document for the SEQR process related to 178-182 Ontario Street and consider the minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting.

• Change of use applications for proposed businesses at 169, 144, and 133 Remsen Street
• Two-lot subdivision at 75 Egbert Street
• Lot line adjustment at 100 North Mohawk Street
• Draft scoping document for SEQR process at 178-182 Ontario Street
• Meeting held via Zoom; public comments due by February 5, 2021

The Cohoes Planning Board unanimously approved change-of-use applications for three new businesses on Remsen Street: Tobacco Island (tobacco/vape/CBD store at 169 Remsen), a Brazilian grocery store at 144 Remsen, and Café con Mel (coffee shop/restaurant at 133 Remsen). The board also approved a two-lot subdivision at 75 Egbert Street for two single-family homes, a lot line adjustment at 100 N. Mohawk Street for future Harmony Mills improvements, and a draft scoping document for the SEQR process at 178-182 Ontario Street. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved change of use for Tobacco Island at 169 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for Brazilian grocery store at 144 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for Café con Mel at 133 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved two-lot subdivision at 75 Egbert St (unanimous)
• Approved lot line adjustment at 100 N. Mohawk St (unanimous)
• Approved draft scoping document for SEQR at 178-182 Ontario St (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider two items: awarding a chemical supply bid to Slack Chemical at $8.30 per gallon, as recommended by the filtration plant, and approving a contract amendment with CTMale for City Hall windows at approximately $52,795. The agenda contains only these two action items.

• Award chemical bid to Slack Chemical at $8.30/gal
• Approve contract amendment with CTMale for City Hall windows, approx. $52,795

The Board of Managers approved a chemical bid from Slack Chemical for Sodium Permanganate at $8.30 per gallon, and approved a contract amendment with C.T. Male Associates for $52,795.00 to conduct a comprehensive plan for windows at City Hall. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Awarded chemical bid to Slack Chemical for Sodium Permanganate at $8.30/gallon (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with C.T. Male Associates for $52,795.00 for City Hall window plan (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics met by teleconference and made only procedural decisions. It unanimously elected Charles Valenti as Chairperson and Deborah Gilchrist to act in his absence, each for one-year terms. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its January 7, 2021 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Charles Valenti as Chairperson for one year (unanimous)
• Elected Deborah Gilchrist to act for Chairperson in his absence for one year (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved a 5-foot front setback area variance for two proposed single-family homes at 69-75 Egbert Street, contingent on Planning Board approval of the subdivision. The board also tabled an area variance request for a pool at 207 Manor Avenue because the applicant was not present. The meeting was held virtually via Zoom.

• Approved 5-foot front setback variance for two single-family homes at 69-75 Egbert St. (5-0, contingent on Planning Board subdivision approval)
• Tabled area variance for 21-foot pool at 207 Manor Ave. until next meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2020 meeting (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting virtually to consider several resolutions, including amending the 2020 budget, purchasing street lights from Niagara Mohawk, accepting a state grant for transportation, and accepting a donation for a crosswalk system. The council will also hear a quarterly report from the Director of Community and Economic Development and appoint a member to the Industrial Development Agency.

• Resolution No. 3: Amends the annual budget for fiscal year 2020
• Resolution No. 4: Approves agreement to purchase street lights from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation
• Resolution No. 5: Accepts award under NYS DOT Multi-Modal Grant Program
• Resolution No. 6: Accepts donation from Brookfield Renewable U.S. for crosswalk system installation
• Resolution No. 7: Appoints member to City of Cohoes Industrial Development Agency

The Cohoes Common Council approved several resolutions at its January 26, 2021 meeting, including an amendment to the fiscal year 2020 budget, an agreement to purchase street lights from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, acceptance of a state multi-modal grant, acceptance of a donation from Brookfield Renewable for a crosswalk system, and appointment of a member to the Industrial Development Agency. The minutes of the October 13, 2020 meeting were also approved. Council Member Smith voted against the street light purchase and the Industrial Development Agency appointment.

• Approved minutes of October 13, 2020 meeting (6-1, Smith nay)
• Approved Resolution No. 3 amending FY 2020 budget (6-1, Smith nay)
• Approved Resolution No. 4 to purchase street lights from Niagara Mohawk (6-1, Smith nay)
• Approved Resolution No. 5 accepting NYS DOT multi-modal grant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 6 accepting Brookfield Renewable donation for crosswalk system (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7 appointing member to Industrial Development Agency (6-1, Smith nay)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission voted unanimously to rescind its prior decision making Orchard Street one-way north and instead approved making Orchard Street one-way south between Church and Erie Streets, and Devlin Street one-way north between Erie Street and North Mohawk Street. The change follows public complaints and aims to address narrow road conditions and illegal sidewalk parking. The commission also approved removing a handicap parking sign at 8 North Reservoir Street and installing no parking signs on Johnston Avenue near Veterans Memorial Park.

• Approved making Orchard Street one-way south and Devlin Street one-way north (unanimous)
• Rescinded Regulation 36-2020 that had made Orchard Street one-way north
• Approved removal of handicap parking sign at 8 North Reservoir Street (unanimous)
• Approved installing No Parking signs on south side of Johnston Avenue adjacent to Veterans Memorial Park driveway (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers met solely to accept and open bids for filtration plant chemicals. Four bids were received and opened, with prices listed for sodium permanganate and copper sulfate. No contract was awarded; the meeting adjourned after the bids were opened.

• Opened bids for filtration plant chemicals (4 bids received)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:15 AM

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, non-competitive employment applications, and certification of examination results for Police Lieutenant. They will also receive an update on upcoming civil service examinations and discuss new business.

• Review of minutes from December 16, 2020 meeting
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Certification of examination results for Police Lieutenant
• Update on upcoming civil service examinations

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to adjourn into executive session. The sole agenda item is a discussion of personnel matters. No other business is listed.

• Executive session to discuss personnel

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to consider approving two new signs at 169 and 130 Remsen Street, and to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2020 meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Consideration of new sign at 169 Remsen Street
• Consideration of new sign at 130 Remsen Street
• Approval of November 17, 2020 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved two new signs at 169 and 130 Remsen Street, both unanimously. The board also approved the November 17, 2020 meeting minutes and rescheduled the December 21 meeting to December 14.

• Approved new sign at 169 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved new sign at 130 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved November 17, 2020 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Rescheduled December 21 meeting to December 14

Charter Review Committee

The Cohoes Charter Review Committee is holding a virtual meeting at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only the meeting time and a note that a GoToMeeting link will be provided, with no listed discussion items or decisions. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive agenda items specified.

• Virtual meeting via GoToMeeting (link to be provided)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a special meeting and workshop to elect its President and Vice President for 2021. The agenda contains only this election item, with no other business listed.

• Election of President of Council for 2021
• Election of Vice President of Council for 2021

The Common Council held a special meeting to reaffirm its leadership vote after a microphone issue, re-electing Council Member McCarthy as President and Council Member Biggs as Vice President for 2021. The council then approved two resolutions: one authorizing the mayor to apply for RESTORE NY grant funding for home repairs for the elderly, and another endorsing an application to the NYS Main Street Anchor Project grant program. The meeting adjourned to executive session to discuss a future employee or applicant.

• Re-elected Council Member McCarthy as Council President for 2021 (6-1)
• Re-elected Council Member Biggs as Council Vice President for 2021 (6-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 1: Authorizing mayor to apply for RESTORE NY grant for elderly home repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2: Endorsing application to NYS Main Street Anchor Project grant program (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss a future employee or applicant (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss several items, including a potential contract with Siemens for acquiring street lights from National Grid, purchasing street lighting fixtures, accepting a donation from Brookfield for a crosswalk system, and accepting a multi-modal grant for sidewalk replacement. The special meeting will include votes on electing council officers and resolutions authorizing grant applications for the RESTORE NY and Main Street Anchor Project programs.

• Discussion of potential contract with SIEMENS for street light acquisition from National Grid
• Discussion of purchasing street lighting fixtures from National Grid
• Discussion of accepting donation from Brookfield for new crosswalk system
• Discussion of accepting NYS DOT multi-modal grant for sidewalk replacement along Columbia Street
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for RESTORE NY grant funding

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet virtually via Zoom on January 11, 2021, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes consideration of the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes and a special use permit application for a home occupation at 16 Sunset Court. Public comments can be submitted by email or mail before the meeting.

• Special use permit for home occupation at 16 Sunset Court
• Approval of December 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Virtual meeting via Zoom (Meeting ID: 370 820 7060)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is deciding whether to approve two expenditures: a $5,510.00 quote from Albany Fire Protections for Music Hall sprinklers (with three quotes received) and a contract with TAPCO for crosswalks at Brookfield, costing the city $891.00. Both items are up for approval at the 9:30 A.M. meeting.

• Approve $5,510.00 quote from Albany Fire Protections for Music Hall sprinklers
• Approve contract with TAPCO for crosswalks at Brookfield, cost $891.00

The Board of Managers approved a $5,510.00 quote from Albany Fire Protection for Music Hall sprinklers, contingent on the price of a compressor, and approved a quote from TAPCO for crosswalk signs at Brookfield Power, with Brookfield Power donating $8,184.00 and the City installing at a cost of $891.00. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 A.M.

• Approved $5,510.00 quote from Albany Fire Protection for Music Hall sprinklers (unanimous)
• Approved TAPCO crosswalk signs at Brookfield Power; Brookfield Power donates $8,184.00, City installs at $891.00 (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics is meeting by teleconference to review minutes from its November 30, 2020 meeting and to consider a request for an advisory opinion. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of November 30, 2020 meeting minutes
• Consideration of a request for an advisory opinion

The Cohoes Board of Ethics met by teleconference and approved the minutes from its November 30, 2020 meeting unanimously. The board also discussed a request for an advisory opinion and made a recommendation to the requestor, though no details of the opinion were provided in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of November 30, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed advisory opinion request and made recommendation to requestor

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding its annual re-organization meeting, which is typically a procedural session to set the council's structure for the year. The agenda contains no substantive items, only the meeting logistics and start time.