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12,573
Per-capita income
$35,041
Median home value
$140,300
Bachelor's or higher
34%
Typical home value $225,453 +4.4% yr/yr
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00

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Geneva City Council to discuss and adopt 2027 budget

The City Council is holding a budget workshop meeting. The body will discuss and adopt the 2027 budget.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 26, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. 2027 Budget Discussion & Adoption V. Adjournment
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

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City Council to consider $1.59 million road construction for Idlewood Drive

The City Council will discuss whether to use city resources to construct a roadway and utilities for the undeveloped Idlewood Drive right-of-way. The meeting also includes public hearings on water and sewer rates.

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Agenda City Council Operations Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 20, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss collective negotiations pursuant to the employment of a particular person or persons Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Reports a. City Manager's Report V. Public Comment VI. Public Hearings a. Amending Chapter 441, Article II of Geneva Municipal Code Water Rates b. Local Law Amending Geneva Municipal Code Chapters 341-19(B) and 314-21(C) to Establish Sewer Rates VII. Presentation a. Geneva City School District VIII. Discussion a. Chapter 209 Consideration of Local Improvements IX. Unfinished Business X. New Business XI. Adjournment Page 1 of 6 Geneva City Council CITY HALL- 47 CASTLE STREET- GENEVA, NEW YORK 14456 (315) 789-2603 - FAX (315) 789-0604 - www.cityofgenevany.com Geneva City Council Agenda Item Briefing To: Mayor Valentino and the Members of City Council From: Neal Braman – Superintendent of Building & Zoning Meeting Date: October 20, 2026 Item Title: Consideration of Local Improvements, Chapter 209, for Construction of Idlewood Drive Action Required: Council to determine if City resources should be expended for the construction of Roadway and u …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00

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City Council to hold 2027 budget workshop

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the 2027 Budget.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 19, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. 2027 Budget V. Adjournment
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council holds budget workshop meeting

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop. The session consists of discussions with various city departments and the Geneva Business Improvement District.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 13, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. City Manager b. City Clerk c. Human Resources d. Information Technology e. Planning & Economic Development f. Recreation g. Geneva Business Improvement District V. Adjournment
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00

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Geneva council weighs tax-cap override, short-term rental tax, water/sewer rates

The Geneva City Council meets October 7, 2026, starting with an executive session on collective negotiations and a proposed real property sale. In open session, the council holds public hearings on a local law overriding the property tax cap and a local law imposing a room occupancy tax on short-term rentals, and discusses a City Council modernization proposal and water and sewer rates. New business includes water and sewer rate ordinances and a resolution approving the Foreman tentative agreement; no final votes on the modernization proposal are scheduled tonight.

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Agenda City Council Governance Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 7, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss collective negotiations pursuant to article fourteen of the civil service law, and the proposed sale of real property. Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Updates a. Mayor's Report b. Council Reports V. Proclamations a. Extra Mile Day b. Italian Culture and Heritage Month c. Fire Safety Week d. Code Enforcement Month VI. Public Comment VII. Public Hearings a. Local Law Overriding Tax Cap b. Local Law Amending Amending Artivle VII of the City Code to Impose a Room Occupancy Tax to Short-Term Rentals VIII. Discussion a. City Council Modernization Proposal b. Water and Sewer Rates IX. Unfinished Business Page 1 of 63 a. Local Law Overriding the Property Tax Cap b. Ordinance - South Main Street Speed Limit Second Reading X. New Business a. Ordinance Amending Chapter 441, Article II of Geneva Municipal Code Water Rates First Reading b. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing for Ordinance amending Chapter 441, Article II Water Rates c. Local Law Amending Chapters 341-19(B) and 314-21(C) to Establish Sewer Rates d. Resolution Setting a Public Hea …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Geneva City Council holds budget workshop on 2027 Department of Public Works budget

The Geneva City Council is holding a budget workshop meeting at City Hall, 47 Castle Street, starting at 6:00 PM. The single discussion item is the 2027 Department of Public Works budget. No votes, contracts, or public hearings are listed on this agenda; it is a workshop discussion only.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop Meeting City of Geneva, New York October 5, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. 2027 Department of Public Works Budget V. Adjournment
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Adjournment
6 yea
Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Jim Cecere yea
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

Council to discuss 2027 Fire Department budget

The Geneva City Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to discuss the proposed 2027 Fire Department budget. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The meeting includes standard procedural items like call to order, pledge, and roll call.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop Meeting City of Geneva, New York September 28, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. 2027 Fire Department Budget V. Adjournment
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 18:00

General

City Council holds public hearing on 2027 budget

The Geneva City Council is meeting for a budget workshop and will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call. No specific budget figures or details are provided in the agenda.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop City of Geneva, New York September 23, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Public Hearings a. 2027 Budget V. Adjournment
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Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council workshop to discuss 2027 police budget

The Geneva City Council is holding a budget workshop focused on the 2027 Police Department budget. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and roll call.

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Agenda City Council Budget Workshop City of Geneva, New York September 21, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. 2027 Police Department Budget V. Adjournment
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Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

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Council weighs occupancy tax on short-term rentals, tax cap override

The Geneva City Council will hold public hearings on extending the room occupancy tax to short-term rentals and on a proposed South Main Street speed limit, and will discuss roadway construction on Idelwood Drive and a comprehensive plan update. The council will also consider resolutions to declare itself lead agency for repairs to the Castle Creek gabion wall and to set a public hearing on overriding the state property tax cap. An executive session on litigation precedes the open meeting.

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Agenda Amended September 11, 2026 City Council Operations Meeting City of Geneva, New York September 15, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:30 PM To discuss proposed, pending, or current litigation Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order Peter Gillotte, Deputy Mayor II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. City Manager's Report V. Public Comment VI. Public Hearings a. CDBG 2026 Housing Activities Infrastructure in Support of Existing and Housing Rehabilitation b. South Main Street Speed Limit VII. Discussion a. Chapter 209 Local Improvements - Construction of Roadway and Utilities b. Comprehensive Plan Update VIII. Unfinished Business a. Local Law First Reading to Amend Article VII of City Code to Impose a Room Occupancy Tax to Short-Term Rentals b. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing for Local Law No. 1-2026 Amending Article VII of the City Code to Impose a Room Occupancy Tax to Short-Term Rentals IX. New Business a. Resolution Declaring the City of Geneva Lead Agency for Proposed Improvements to the Castle Creek Gabion Basket Retaining Wall Page 1 of 15 b. Resolution Establishig a Public Hearing for a Local Law Overriding the Property Tax Cap X. Adjournment Page 2 of 15 Office of Development Services CITY HALL- 47 CASTLE STREET- GENEVA, NEW …
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Adjournment
5 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Pat Grimaldi yea
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00

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Council hears 2027 budget presentation

This is a special meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation of the proposed 2027 city budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the council will only receive the budget information before adjourning.

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Agenda City Council Special Meeting City of Geneva, New York September 9, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 pm Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order Mayor Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Presentation a. 2027 Budget Presentation V. Adjournment
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Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00

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Council debates 25 mph speed limit and parking bans on South Main Street

The Geneva City Council is holding a governance meeting to discuss structural changes to the council body and the repeal of obsolete ordinances. The primary focus is on traffic safety measures for South Main Street, including a proposed 25 mph speed limit and new parking restrictions. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding short-term rental regulations, occupancy tax rates, and the sale of city-owned properties on Maryland Street.

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Agenda City Council Governance Meeting City of Geneva, New York September 2, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss the empllyment of a particular person or persons Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Updates a. Mayor's Report b. Council Reports c. Supervisor Report V. Proclamations a. Mesothelioma Awareness Day VI. Public Comment VII. Discussion a. Structural Modernization of City Council b. Repealing Obselete Ordinances VIII. Unfinished Business a. Ordinance South Main Street Speed Limit, First Reading b. Resolution to Set a Public Hearing, Ordinance South Main Street Speed Limit c. Ordinance Parking on South Main Street, First Reading d. Resolution to Set a Public Hearing, Ordinance Parking on South Main Street e. Ordinance Amending Chapter 335 Article IV Parking, Standing and Stopping, Winter Parking, First Reading f. Resolution to Set a Public Hearing for Chapter 335, Article IV Parking, Standing and Stopping, Winter Parking Page 1 of 53 g. Resolution Directing Modernization of the City's Short Term Rental Registry and Preparation of a Local Law Extending the City's Existing Occupancy Tax to Short Term Rentals h. Resolution Requesting That Ontario County R …
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14 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea · John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Consideration of Meeting Minutes
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00

General

✓ Decided: Council sets 2026 must-do priorities: water/sewer rates, rentals, parking

The City Council held a special meeting to review the Strategic Plan and align it with the upcoming budget. Councilmembers discussed top priorities and agreed on must-do items for 2026, including water/sewer rates, short- and long-term rental tax, reorganization, winter parking, and South Main Street parking and speed reduction. A calendar was developed to guide the remainder of the year. The council also entered executive session to discuss employment of a particular person and adjourned without other substantive decisions.

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The Geneva City Council Journal of Proceedings City Council Special Meeting City of Geneva, New York August 19, 2026 – 6:00 PM City Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Presiding - Jim Cecere Mayor I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Discussion a. Strategic Plan Review Mayor Cecere opened the meeting by recalling that this Council has surfaced more information in the City than normal. He calls transparency the number one accomplishment this Council has achieved. The mayor recommended using strategic objectives for the budget process, hoping for a majority idea of where the budget should go when it is presented by the City Manager. Mayor Cecere presented a document accompanying the Strategic Plan, and tying it to the proposed budget. Council then had a high-level conversation about their top three priorities for the remainder of the year. Suggestions for focus for the remainder of this year included: Water and Sewer Rates, Occupancy Tax/Short and Long Term Rentals, Reorganization, Cash Management, License Fees, a branding North Star, winter parking, and South Main speed and parking. Paths to implementation were discussed for each priority. Must-do items for 2026 were decided to be Water/Sewer Rates, Short and Long Term rental tax, reorganization, winter parking, and South Main Street parking and speed reduction. A calendar was developed to guide the remainder of the year. V …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00

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✓ Decided: Council adopts e-bike ordinance with age limits and fines

The Geneva City Council adopted Ordinance #2-2026, establishing regulations for battery and gas-powered alternative motorized vehicles, including a ban on operation by those under 16 on public highways and city property, a ban on sidewalk riding, and fines up to $1,000 plus impoundment. The council also designated 555 S. Exchange Street as an unsafe structure, ordering repair or demolition by September 30, 2026, and appointed representatives to the GTCMHIC Board. Discussions were held on South Main Street speed reduction and parking, and a short-term rental occupancy tax strategy, but no votes were taken on those items.

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The Geneva City Council Journal of Proceedings Amended August 14, 2026 City Council Operations Meeting City of Geneva, New York August 18, 2026 – 6:00 PM City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Presiding - Jim Cecere Mayor I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Reports a. City Manager's Report Acting City Manager Youngs provided the following report: One of the surest signs of summer in upstate New York isn't just warm weather — it's construction season. If it feels like there are projects happening all over the City right now, you're not imagining it. Road improvements, utility work, infrastructure upgrades, and private development projects all tend to converge during the few months each year when weather allows crews to get the work done. What isn't always visible is that many of these projects have been in the making for months — or even years. Before construction begins, projects move through planning, engineering, permitting, environmental review, grant applications, bidding, and contract negotiations. By the time equipment arrives on site, a tremendous amount of work has already happened behind the scenes. Construction can certainly bring inconveniences — road closures, detours, and noise — but it's also one of the most visible signs that we're continuing to invest in Geneva's future. We'll continue keeping residents informed as projects move forward and appreciate yo …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00

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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:00

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Council to consider new rules for e-bikes, ATVs, and winter parking

The Geneva City Council will hold public hearings on selling city-owned Maryland Street parcels and on declaring 555 South Exchange Street an unsafe structure. The council will also discuss a proposed ordinance to regulate alternative motorized vehicles (e-bikes, ATVs, scooters) and a proposal to reinstate fixed winter parking restrictions from 2-6 a.m. from December 1 to April 1. A budget amendment transferring $25,292.66 from the General Fund to the Water Fund is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Geneva Council advances e-bike rules, blight declaration, and 2026 budget amendment

The Geneva City Council approved a resolution setting an August 18 public hearing on a new Chapter 336 regulating battery- and gas-powered alternative motorized vehicles, and unanimously declared 122 N. Genesee Street (GEDC Building C) blighted for 2026 federal CDBG Imminent Threat funding. Council also amended the 2026 General and Water Fund budgets, moving $25,292.66 from the General Fund to the Water Fund, on a 5-1-3 absent vote. A public hearing on the sale of three Maryland Street parcels was held and closed with one speaker in favor; a hearing on enforcement of dangerous structures at 555 South Exchange Street remains open. Council discussed but did not vote on winter parking changes or the 2027 capital and operating budgets.

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Agenda Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York August 5, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss collective negotiations pursuant to article fourteen of the civil service law, and the proposed sale of real property. Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Proclamations a. National Night Out V. Public Comment VI. Public Hearings a. Sale of City owned Property - Maryland Street parcels (90.84-1-3, 90.84-1-4, 90.84-1-5) b. Establishing Enforcement of Dangerous or Unsafe Structures GMC Ch. 111 at 555 South Exchange Street (104.12-2-22) VII. Reports a. Mayor's Report b. Council Reports c. Comptroller's Report VIII. Presentation a. 2027 Budget Update b. Capital Plan IX. Discussion a. Winter Parking - Councilor Kaim Page 1 of 34 X. Unfinished Business a. First Readiong - E Bike Ordinance b. Setting a Public Hearing for Adopting Chapter 336 of City Code Establishing Regulations for Alternative Motorized Vehicles XI. New Business a. Resolution Amending the 2026 General and Water Fund Budgets XII. Board and Commission Appointments a. Jacob Balamut, Board of Ethics XIII. Consideration of Meeting Minutes a. July 1, 2026 b. July 21, 2026 XIV. Adjourn …
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The Geneva City Council Journal of Proceedings Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York August 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Presiding - Jim Cecere Mayor I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Amendment to the Agenda Action taken by Councilmember Petropoulos; seconded by Councilmember Brennan Moved that the agenda be amended to add a resolution declaring blight for the 2026 CDBG Imminent Threat Program and a resolution setting a public hearing under the 2026 CDBG Imminent Threat Program Motion Passed Unanimously V. Proclamations a. National Night Out VI. Public Comment Jessica Farrell shared the following comment with Council: The briefing introducing your discussion for tonight proposes to “eliminate ad hoc announcements” “therefore restoring a consistent and predictable set of rules.” - I’d like to suggest it already is consistent and predictable - I think we are taking a problem with signage and suggesting a solution which will cause great hardship to lots of people in this city. 4 units – it is entirely reasonable that we could have 8 adults or more – 2 parking spots I would suggest that instead of reverting back to an archaic policy we should instead continue to use today’s technology and commit to the implementation. - Signs which direct people to the website where they can sign up for notifications would encourage peop …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Amendment to the Agenda
6 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Jim Cecere yea
Consideration of Meeting Minutes [Approve]
6 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Jim Cecere yea
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Hall, Geneva
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on regulating ATVs, e-scooters, and other motorized vehicles

The Geneva City Council will hold a public hearing on 2026 CDBG grant applications, receive a budget gap analysis presentation, and discuss a property reassessment update and phase-in proposal. The main action item is a resolution to adopt Chapter 336, a new local law regulating battery- and gas-powered alternative motorized vehicles (including ATVs, e-scooters, and minibikes) on public streets, sidewalks, and city property, with fines and impoundment procedures. The council is also scheduled to discuss the employment of a particular person in executive session.

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Agenda City Council Operations Meeting City of Geneva, New York July 21, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss the employment of a particular person or persons Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. City Manager's Report V. Public Hearings a. 2026 CDBG Grant Applications VI. Public Comment VII. Presentation a. Budget Gap Analysis VIII. Discussion a. Reassessment Update b. Reassessment Phase In Process Proposal IX. Unfinished Business a. Resolution Regulating the Operation of Battery and Gas Powered Alternative Motorized Vehicles X. New Business XI. Adjournment Page 1 of 7 Resolution # 40-2026 Resolution Regulating the Operation of Battery and Gas Powered Alternative Motorized Vehicles ADOPTING CHAPTER 336 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GENEVA, ENTITLED “ALTERNATE MOTORIZED VEHICLES,” ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE OPERATION OF BATTERY POWERED AND GAS POWERED ALTERNATIVE MOTORIZED VEHICLES, INCLUDING MICROMOBILITY DEVICES, UPON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS, SIDEWALKS, AND CITY-OWNED PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF GENEVA, AND PRESCRIBING PENAL PENALTIES AND IMPOUNDMENT PROCEDURES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF WHEREAS, the City of Geneva has a compelling interest in promoting public safety, order, …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Hall, Geneva
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Hall, Geneva
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to consider NY Main Street grant for 1 Railroad Place redevelopment

The Geneva City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including authorizing a grant application for the redevelopment of 1 Railroad Place, setting public hearings for CDBG applications and the sale of city-owned property on Maryland Street, and a hearing on a property at 555 South Exchange Street. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Geneva Parks Collective and discussion of 2027 budget revenue projections.

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✓ Decided: Council sets public hearing on 555 S. Exchange St. repair/demolition

The City Council approved four resolutions, including setting a public hearing for August 5, 2026, to consider requiring repair or demolition of the dangerous building at 555 South Exchange Street. The council also authorized a grant application for 1 Railroad Place, set a public hearing for 2026 CDBG applications, and set a public hearing for the sale of city-owned Maryland Street parcels. The meeting included reports and discussions on budget revenue projections and a presentation on a proposed community pool at Clark Street Park.

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Agenda Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York July 1, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Executive Session Starts at 6:00 PM To discuss proposed, pending, or current litigation and collective negotiations Council Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM Listen to the City of Geneva’s YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/@CityofGenevaNY I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Updates a. Mayor's Report b. Council Reports V. Proclamations a. Parks & Recreation Month b. Independence Day VI. Public Comment VII. Presentation a. Geneva Parks Collective VIII. Discussion a. 2027 Budget Revenue Projections IX. Unfinished Business X. New Business a. Approving and Authorizing Submission of a New York Main Street Grant Appliction for 1 Railroad Place b. Setting Public Hearing for 2026 CDBG Applications c. Setting a Public Hearing for Conveyance of City Owned Property Maryland St (90.84-1-3, 90.84-1-4, 90.84-1- 5) Page 1 of 55 d. Setting a Public Hearing to Require Repair or Demoliton of 555 South Exchange Street Pursuant to City Code Sectoin 111-5(A) XI. Board and Commission Appointments XII. Consideration of Meeting Minutes a. May 27, 2026 b. June 3, 2026 c. June 16, 2026 d. June 17, 2026 XIII. Adjournment Page 2 of 55 Resolution # 36-2026 Approving and Authorizing Submission of a New York Main Street Grant Applicti …
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The Geneva City Council Journal of Proceedings Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York July 1, 2026 – 7:00 PM City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Presiding - Jim Cecere Mayor I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Updates a. Mayor's Report Mayor Cecere shared that he met with Senator Helming last week about housing, economic development, occupancy tax, and how to get more state support. He also met with Ontario County Economic Developer Ryan Davis, County Administrator Chris DeBolt, and Board of Supervisors Chair Bill Wellman. This group discussed where the City is headed, and how the County can support the City in many areas, including economic development, with real support for initiatives, as the largest city in the county. The Mayor explained that the County is also working towards an occupancy tax, noting that he would like that to align back to the City, with the funds generated to be put towards ongoing tourism support. Mayor Cecere also raised the issue of funding lakefront repairs with the Senator and County related to damages from recent storms and flooding. Mayor Cecere then provided an update on the City Manager recruitment process, explaining that Council will continue to pursue a City Manager form of government, while reviewing the role of City staff and council to see how it's aligned, and to improve upon it during this vacancy. He went on to e …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consideration of Meeting Minutes
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jamie Kaim, Jr. yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council meets to discuss sale or exchange of securities in executive session

The City of Geneva Council will hold a brief regular meeting on June 17, 2026, consisting primarily of procedural items. The only substantive agenda item is an executive session to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities held by the public body. No public comment or other decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council holds executive session on securities, no public decisions

The Geneva City Council met on June 17, 2026, and held an executive session to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only actions were entering and exiting the executive session and adjourning.

47 Castle St., Geneva
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Agenda Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York June 17, 2026 City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Council Meeting Starts at 6:00 PM I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities held by such public body V. Adjournment
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The Geneva City Council Journal of Proceedings Regular City Council Meeting City of Geneva, New York June 17, 2026 – 6:00 PM City Hall 2nd Floor Council Chambers 47 Castle Street Geneva, NY Presiding - Jim Cecere Mayor I. Call to Order – Mayor, Jim Cecere II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Executive Session to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities held by such public body Action taken by Councilmember Petropoulos; seconded by Councilmember Gummoe Moved to enter executive session at 6:02pm to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities held by such public body Motion Passed Unanimously Action taken by Councilmember Gummoe; seconded by Councilmember Gillotte Moved to exit executive session at 8:08pm Motion Passed Unanimously V. Adjournment Action taken by Councilmember Gummoe; seconded by Councilmember Petropoulos Moved that Adjourn at 8:08pm Motion Passed Unanimously City Clerk
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Executive Session [to enter executive session at 6:02pm to discuss the proposed sale or exchange of securities held by such public body]
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Executive Session [to exit executive session at 8:08pm]
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea
Adjournment
7 yea
John Brennan yea · Jim Petropoulos yea · Pete Gillotte yea · Chris Lavin yea · Ben Gummoe yea · Pat Grimaldi yea · Jim Cecere yea

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 83 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$94,453ADAIR KERRY
Consumer Product Safety Commission · DATA COLLECTION ON CONSUMER PRODUCT RELATED INJURIES.
$55,710HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · LIMB
$50,177HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHETIC ORDER - PROSTHETIC LIMBS
$41,771ADAIR KERRY
Consumer Product Safety Commission · DATA COLLECTION ON CONSUMER PRODUCT RELATED INJURIES.
$35,814MARTIN'S OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT LLC
Department of the Interior · NY-MONTEZUMA NWR-MOWERS
$19,957HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · LIMB
$15,168SMITH'S HEAVY EQUIPMENT, INC
Department of the Interior · NY-MONTEZUMA-REPAIR JOHN DEERE 230C EX
$14,397HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHETIC ORDER - PROSTHETIC LIMBS
$11,274HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · LIMB
$11,179HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · LIMB

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

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Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Adults with low literacy12.9% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.453
All kids
0.432
Black kids
0.304

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