Elmira public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider several resolutions at its December 29, 2025 meeting, including amendments to the proposed 2026 city budget and applications for state grants for lead prevention and vacant rental improvement. The council will also vote on inter-municipal agreements for animal control, a contract for hazardous materials response, and a $241,500 agreement with Chemung County for Youth Court and fraud investigation services. Additional items include approval of police department overtime, audits of several grant programs, and a contract increase for the Fassett Road stormwater project.
- Resolution proposing amendments to the proposed 2026 city budget (2025-379)
- Resolution authorizing grant application to HCR for Lead Prevention Pilot Program (2025-376)
- Resolution authorizing grant application to HCR for Vacant Rental Improvement Program (2025-377)
- Resolution approving $241,500 agreement with Chemung County for Youth Court and fraud investigator services (2025-385)
- Resolution approving $59,500 increase to LaBella Associates contract for Fassett Road Stormwater System Project, total now $465,500 (2025-380)
The council approved several intermunicipal agreements for animal control and county services. They also authorized multiple grant applications, professional engineering services, and a stormwater project contract increase.
- Approved December 15 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Authorized HCR Leading in Lead Prevention Pilot Program grant application (6-0)
- Authorized HCR Vacant Rental Improvement Program grant application (6-0)
- Approved sale of surplus vehicles at DPW (6-0)
- Denied proposed 2026 City Budget amendments (2-4)
- Approved $59,500 increase for Fassett Road Stormwater System Project (5-1)
- Approved Hunt Engineers, Architects & Land Surveyors, PC contract up to $12,500 (6-0)
- Approved animal control services for Town of Baldwin ($6,250) (5-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on a local law to override the state tax levy limit for 2025. The council will also consider several agreements and purchases, including a police services contract with Dewittsburgh Housing Development Fund Corporation for $154,500 and the purchase of an aerial device for $265,790. Personnel actions, audits, and an executive session are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and vote on Local Law No. 4 to override the tax levy limit under General Municipal Law Section 3-c
- Agreement with Police Benevolent Association for firearms training facility at $8,000/year for 2026-2027
- Agreement with Dewittsburgh Housing Development Fund Corporation for police services, $154,500 for 2026
- Purchase of one new articulating overcenter aerial device from Altec Industries for $265,790.49
- Purchase of a Generac generator for the Fire Department from Better Power, Inc. for $56,827.26
The Elmira City Council approved a resolution to override the tax levy limit and authorized several police and equipment agreements. The meeting concluded with an executive session and adjournment.
- Approved Local Law No. 4 of 2025 to override tax levy limit (5-2)
- Approved Police Benevolent Association facility agreement (7-0)
- Approved Dewittsburgh Housing Development Fund police services agreement (7-0)
- Approved purchase of new aerial device from Altec Industries ($265,790.49)
- Approved purchase of new generator for Fire Department ($56,827.26)
- Approved City Manager credit card authorization ($5,000 limit)
- Approved reappointment of Daniel Weston to Cemetery Commission
- Approved acceptance of police vehicle from District Attorney's Office
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will hold a first reading of Local Law No. 4 to override the state tax levy limit, and schedule a public hearing for December 15. The council will also vote on reappointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals, multiple intermunicipal animal control service agreements with the towns of Erin, Baldwin, and Chemung, and a stormwater maintenance agreement with NYSEG. Other items include an extension of a victim services grant, fire department overtime reports, and several program audits.
- First reading of Local Law No. 4 to override the tax levy limit (could allow property tax increase)
- Reappointments of Deborah Wich, Thomas Krebs, and Jeffrey Aaron to Zoning Board of Appeals through 2030
- Intermunicipal animal control agreements: Town of Erin ($4,500), Town of Baldwin ($2,750), Town of Chemung ($10,506)
- Extension of Office of Victim Services grant: $101,886.40 with $39,398.81 city cash match
- Stormwater Control Facility Maintenance Agreement with NYSEG for Hillside Substation at 907 East Avenue
The council approved the first reading of a local law to override the state tax levy limit by a 6-1 vote, scheduling a public hearing for December 15. They reappointed three members to the Zoning Board of Appeals and approved animal control service agreements with the Towns of Erin, Baldwin, and Chemung. Other actions included extending a victim services grant, reporting fire department overtime, and approving several grant program audits.
- Approved first reading of Local Law No. 4 to override tax levy limit (6-1)
- Scheduled public hearing on tax override for Dec. 15 (7-0)
- Reappointed Deborah Wich, Thomas Krebs, Jeffrey Aaron to Zoning Board of Appeals (7-0)
- Approved animal control agreement with Town of Erin ($4,500/yr) (7-0)
- Approved animal control agreement with Town of Baldwin ($2,750/yr) (7-0)
- Approved animal control agreement with Town of Chemung ($10,506/yr) (7-0)
- Approved 1-year extension of Office of Victim Services grant ($101,886.40 grant, $43,878.81 match) (7-0)
- Approved fire department overtime for pay periods 21-22 ($29,285.09) and 23-24 ($18,404.38) (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider several consent items including professional service agreements, fire department overtime reports, and audits. The most notable items are an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Elmira for animal control services at $24,000 annually and a contract with Fagan Engineers & Land Surveyors for up to $12,500.
- Contract with Fagan Engineers & Land Surveyors, PC for engineering services up to $12,500 for 2026
- Intermunicipal agreement with Town of Elmira for animal control services at $24,000 per year
- Acceptance of $500 grant from Joe Martino Fundraiser for Elmira Animal Shelter
- Fire Department overtime report of $35,686.45 for pay periods 17 and 18
- Fire Department overtime report of $35,724.50 for pay periods 19 and 20
The City Council approved an intermunicipal agreement to provide animal control services to the Town of Elmira for $24,000 in 2026. Council also authorized engineering services for 2026 and extended a contract for the publication of council acts. Additionally, the board approved fire department overtime reports and several program audits.
- Approved hiring Fagan Engineers & Land Surveyors, PC for 2026 services not to exceed $12,500 (7-0)
- Approved animal control services agreement with Town of Elmira for $24,000 annually (7-0)
- Approved 1-year contract extension with Elmira Star-Gazette for publication of acts (7-0)
- Approved agreements with low bidders for Mark Twain Golf Course groundskeeping products (7-0)
- Accepted $500 grant award for Joe Martino Fundraiser for Elmira Animal Shelter (7-0)
- Approved Fire Department overtime for pay periods 17 and 18 totaling $35,686.45 (7-0)
- Approved Fire Department overtime for pay periods 19 and 20 totaling $35,724.50 (7-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction, Community Development Block Grant, and general audits (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider personnel appointments, a surplus vehicle sale, 2026 golf course rate changes, and an intermunicipal agreement to provide animal control services to the Town of Southport for $39,973. The council will also act on tax certiorari settlements for two E. Water Street properties and approve audits for several grant programs.
- Personnel actions: Solid Waste Specialist at $19.34/hr, Parking Enforcement Officer at $34,459/yr, Animal Control Officer at $45,313/yr
- Resolution to declare impounded vehicles surplus and sell via online auction or to Pick-A-Part
- Approval of 2026 golf season pass rates, greens fees, and a new 5-day option
- Intermunicipal agreement with Town of Southport for animal control services at $39,973 for 2026
- Tax certiorari settlements for properties at 333-335 E. Water St (Community Bank) and 101 E. Water St (Nexstar Broadcasting)
City Council voted 6-0 to approve an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Southport for animal control services at $39,973 for 2026. The council also approved several routine items, including personnel appointments, golf course rates, ambulance billing contract, medical director agreements, tax certiorari settlements, and multiple program audits. All votes were 6-0 with Councilmember Cooke absent.
- Approved animal control services agreement with Town of Southport for $39,973/year (6-0)
- Approved appointment of Aaron J. Cleary as Solid Waste Specialist I at $19.34/hr (6-0)
- Approved 2026 golf course season pass and fee rates including new 5-day option (6-0)
- Approved contract with Erway Ambulance for third-party billing at $1.00 (6-0)
- Approved $1,500 medical director contract for Police SWAT Team with Dr. Marc Immerman (6-0)
- Approved $4,000 medical consultation contract for Fire Department EMS with Dr. Marc Immerman (6-0)
- Approved tax certiorari settlement with Nexstar Broadcasting for property at 101 E. Water Street (6-0)
- Approved audits for Anti-Displacement Learning Network, Vacant Rental Grant, Lead Hazard Reduction, and CDBG programs (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will vote on rezoning a 5.39-acre parcel from Residential Business to Light Industrial, and consider installing a traffic signal on Judson Street. They will also act on a janitorial contract renewal with the NYS Unified Court System for $50,368, a three-year dental insurance contract at $33,840 annually, and a stipend for the Domestic Violence Coordinator. The agenda includes grant program audits and public comment periods.
- Rezoning of City Tax Parcel No. 74.14-1-11 (5.39 acres) from Residential Business to Light Industrial District (Ordinance 2025-303)
- Installation of a semi-actuated traffic signal on Judson Street (Ordinance 2025-304)
- Janitorial services contract renewal with NYS Unified Court System, $50,368 (2025-305)
- Three-year dental insurance contract with EmblemHealth, $33,840/year (2025-306)
- Stipend for Domestic Violence Coordinator, $8,598.14 (2025-307)
The Elmira City Council unanimously approved a rezoning of City Tax Parcel No. 74.14-1-11 from Residential Business to Light Industrial District. The council also approved installing a semi-actuated traffic signal on Judson Street, a $50,368 janitorial contract renewal with the NYS Unified Court System, and a $33,840 annual dental contract with EmblemHealth. Several grant program audits were approved, with the Vacant Rental Grant Program Audit passing 6-0 (one abstention). All other votes were 7-0.
- Rezoned 5.39 acres at Tax Parcel 74.14-1-11 from Residential Business to Light Industrial (7-0)
- Approved installing a semi-actuated traffic signal on Judson Street (7-0)
- Approved $50,368 janitorial contract renewal with NYS Unified Court System (7-0)
- Approved $33,840/yr three-year dental contract with EmblemHealth (7-0)
- Approved $8,598.14 stipend for Domestic Violence Coordinator (7-0)
- Approved Vacant Rental Grant Program Audit (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (7-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant Program Audit (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue (former Lindenwald House) from Residential Business to Light Industrial. Other actions include awarding contracts for parking lot replacement at Fire Station No. 1 ($183,500), purchasing two police vehicles ($39,589 each), buying IT equipment ($28,389), and approving police overtime of $270,672 for Q2 and Q3 2025. The council will also set Halloween trick-or-treating hours for October 31, 5:30-8:00 PM, and handle personnel items including the retirement of the Animal Control Director.
- Public hearing on rezoning 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial
- Award of $183,500 contract to Edger Enterprises for parking lot replacement at Fire Station No. 1 Headquarters
- Purchase of two 2025 Ford Explorers for $39,589 each
- Approval of police overtime totaling $270,672 for Q2 & Q3 2025
- Resolution setting Halloween Trick or Treating for Friday, October 31, 5:30-8:00 PM
The Elmira City Council approved a series of resolutions at its October 6, 2025 meeting, including $270,672.83 in police overtime for Q2 & Q3 2025, the purchase of two Ford Explorers for $39,589 each (6-1), and a $183,500 parking lot replacement at Fire Station No. 1. A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue (Lindenwald House) from Residential Business to Light Industrial, but no vote was taken. Other actions included approving Halloween trick-or-treating for October 31, 5:30-8:00 PM, and hiring a grant writer for the animal shelter.
- Approved $270,672.83 for Elmira Police Department overtime (7-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2025 Ford Explorers from Ferrario Ford for $39,589.23 each (6-1, Grasso opposed)
- Approved $183,500 parking lot replacement at Fire Station No. 1 to Edger Enterprises (7-0)
- Approved $28,389.30 for 30 HP desktop computers and monitors from Y&S Technologies (7-0)
- Approved one-year extension of contract with RS Parker Landscaping for property maintenance abatement (7-0)
- Approved hiring a grant writer for NYS Companion Animal Capital Fund application for animal shelter (7-0)
- Set Halloween Trick or Treating for October 31, 5:30-8:00 PM (7-0)
- Approved audits of Vacant Rental Grant, Lead Hazard Reduction, and Community Development Block Grant programs (all 7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will hold a public hearing on the city's 2024-2025 CAPER report, consider rezoning 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial, appoint an Animal Control Director at $78,070, and vote on several contracts including solid waste collection and a roller purchase.
- Public hearing on the 2024-2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
- Rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial (items 2025-271 and 2025-272)
- Appointment of Amie E. Detota as Animal Control Director at $78,070 (2025-267)
- Solid waste collection agreement with Dewittsburgh Housing Development Fund Corporation at $23,139.90/year with 3% annual escalation (2025-276)
- Purchase of a 2025 Hamm HD14i tandem roller from Monroe Tractor for $78,500 (2025-277)
The Elmira City Council approved a resolution to rezone a property at 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial and authorized a solid waste collection contract with the Dewittsburgh Housing Development Fund Corporation for $23,139.90.
- Approved minutes from September 8, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Appointed Amie E. Detota as Animal Control Director at $78,070 salary (7-0)
- Reappointed Sheree Massey to Board of Assessment Review (7-0)
- Reappointed Derek Chalfant to Historic Preservation Commission (7-0)
- Approved polling place designations for elections (7-0)
- Authorized negative environmental determination for Grand Central Avenue rezoning (7-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for Grand Central Avenue rezoning on Oct 6, 2025 (7-0)
- Declared slum and blight at 422 W. Church Street (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will vote on several resolutions including purchasing a police K-9 vehicle for $44,370 and a Yamaha utility vehicle for $18,730, as well as a new three-year community video program agreement. They will also accept a traffic safety grant of $16,336, act on the retirement of Police Sergeant Patrick D. Johnson after 22 years, and accept a donated plaque for Dunn Field Stadium. Audits of grant programs are also on the agenda.
- Purchase of a 2025 Ford Interceptor Police Utility Vehicle for $44,370.18 for the new K-9 Program
- Purchase of a 2025 Yamaha Wolverine X4 850 XT-R for $18,729.99 for police, funded by Norfolk Southern grant
- Three-year agreement with CGI Communications, Inc. to continue the Community Video Program
- Governor's Traffic Safety Committee grant of $16,336 for the Police Traffic Services Program
- Retirement of Police Sergeant Patrick D. Johnson, effective August 25, 2025, after 22 years of service
The City Council approved several expenditures for the Police Department, including a K-9 vehicle and an all-terrain vehicle. The council also authorized grant agreements for community development and traffic safety. All motions passed with 7-0 votes.
- Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Interceptor for K-9 Program from Delacy Ford, Inc. for $44,370.18 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 2025 Yamaha Wolverine X4 850 XT-R from Lane's Yamaha for $18,729.99 (7-0)
- Approved $16,336.00 Governor's Traffic Safety Committee grant for Police Traffic Services Program (7-0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute FY 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Subrecipient Agreements (7-0)
- Approved new three-year agreement with CGI Communications, Inc. for Community Video Program (7-0)
- Approved $56,294.82 in overtime for Elmira Fire Department for pay periods 14, 15, and 16 of 2025 (7-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for 2024-2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (7-0)
- Accepted retirement of Police Sergeant Patrick D. Johnson effective August 25, 2025 (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed slum and blight declaration for an abandoned property at 422 W. Church Street as part of a CDBG requirement. They will also consider resolutions to accept a $362,226.18 NYS victim services grant, convey a land strip on Roe Avenue, and approve purchases for a golf course topdresser and Clemens Square lighting upgrade. Several routine audits and minutes approvals are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Slum & Blight Order for 422 W. Church Street (30-day comment period through Sept 11)
- Resolution to accept $362,226.18 NYS Office of Victim Services grant with $72,162.27 city cash match
- Conveyance of a 7 ft by 53.39 ft strip of land at 336 Roe Avenue to Megan Herbert via quitclaim deed
- Accept bid for 2025 Widespan 1550 Broadcast Topdresser for Mark Twain Golf Course at $21,332.00 (after trade-in)
- Accept Lumos Landscape Lighting proposal for Clemens Square lighting upgrade at $34,483.00
The Elmira City Council unanimously approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $362,226.18 grant from the NYS Office of Victim Services for victim services, a land conveyance to a resident, and several purchases and agreements. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed Slum and Blight Order for 422 W. Church Street. The council also approved audits and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Elmira School Traffic Officers Organization.
- Approved $362,226.18 NYS victim services grant with $72,162.27 city cash match (6-0)
- Approved conveyance of 7 ft by 53.39 ft strip at 336 Roe Avenue to Megan Herbert (6-0)
- Accepted sole bid for 2025 Widespan 1550 Broadcast Topdresser for Mark Twain Golf Course at $21,332.00 (6-0)
- Approved $34,483 lighting upgrade at Clemens Square (6-0)
- Approved MOU with Elmira School Traffic Officers Organization (6-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Control Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved general audit (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The City Council will act on a resolution referring the rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial for review. Other actions include approving a $5,000 contract increase for the Church-Water Streets Gateway Project, purchasing a $289,232 paver and $150,332 parking systems, and scheduling a public hearing on a slum/blight declaration for 422 W. Church St. Personnel actions include a police officer appointment and resignation.
- Resolution referring rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue to Light Industrial
- Amendment to increase Fisher Associates contract by $5,000 to $110,000 for Church-Water Streets Gateway Project
- Purchase of 2024 Leeboy-8530 paver from Stephenson Equipment for $289,232.03
- Purchase of two Parking and Access Control Systems for Centertown Parking Garage from Flash Parking for $150,332
- Resolution scheduling public hearing on slum/blight declaration for 422 W. Church St
The City Council approved the purchase of two parking access control systems for the Centertown Parking Garage for $150,332, with Councilmember Grasso voting against. Other actions included referring a rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue from Residential Business to Light Industrial to the Planning Commission, approving a $289,232 paver purchase, and adding a public hearing on a slum and blight declaration for 422 W. Church Street.
- Approved $150,332 purchase of parking access control systems for Centertown Parking Garage (5-1)
- Referred rezoning of 1526 Grand Central Avenue to Planning Commission for review (6-0)
- Accepted bid for new 2024 Leeboy-8530 paver for $289,232.03 (6-0)
- Approved $5,000 contract amendment for Fisher Associates (Gateway Project) increasing to $110,000 (6-0)
- Approved personnel actions including resignation, police officer appointment and resignation, and public works specialist hire (6-0)
- Approved Vacant Rental Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (5-0, 1 abstain)
- Scheduled public hearing for August 25 on slum/blight declaration for 422 W. Church Street (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will vote on a resolution approving a solar lease agreement with Reify Solutions Inc. for installation on city properties. Other actions include authorizing a HUD lead hazard grant application, extending a PILOT agreement for Eastgate Apartments, purchasing a police vehicle for a new K-9 program, and creating an Assistant Fire Marshal position. The council will also receive overtime reports and audits.
- Solar lease agreement between City and Reify Solutions Inc. for city properties
- Purchase of 2025 Ford Interceptor Police Utility Vehicle at $45,322.12 for new K-9 Program
- Extension of PILOT agreement with Eastgate Apartments/Home Leasing to August 1, 2026
- Authorization to apply for HUD Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes grant
- Creation of Assistant Fire Marshal position in Fire Department via MOU with Local 709
The Elmira City Council approved a $45,322.12 contract for a police vehicle, authorized the creation of an Assistant Fire Marshal position, and approved a grant application for lead hazard control. All items passed with a 6-0 vote.
- Approved $45,322.12 contract for 2025 Ford Interceptor Police Utility Vehicle (6-0)
- Approved creation of Assistant Fire Marshal position and MOU with Local 709 (6-0)
- Approved HUD grant application for lead hazard control (6-0)
- Approved extension of PILOT agreement for Eastgate Apartments (6-0)
- Approved solar Lease Agreement with Reify Solutions, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved intermunicipal agreement for GIVE Initiative Project Grant (6-0)
- Approved reporting of Fire Department overtime pay periods 10-13 ($62,962.40 total) (6-0)
- Approved audit reports for Lead Hazard Reduction and Community Development Block Grant programs (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider adopting Local Law #3 of 2025, which amends a portion of the City Charter. The agenda also includes resolutions on personnel actions, surplus vehicle sales, multiple contract agreements, audits of grant programs, and public comment periods.
- Resolution declaring city vehicles and equipment as surplus and authorizing online auction or sale to Pick-A-Part
- One-year agreement with CivicPlus for website hosting and redesign at $6,688.07 annually, with auto-renewal and 5% increase
- Renewal of Employee Assistance Program contract with Southern Tier Counseling Center at $4,725 for 2025-2026
- Approval of 3-year lease for three tasers from Axon Enterprises for Animal Control at $9,915.99
- Audits of the Vacant Rental Grant, Lead Hazard Reduction, and Community Development Block Grant programs
The Elmira City Council approved all 13 resolutions on their agenda by a 7-0 vote, including a charter amendment, a website redesign contract, and several routine administrative items. The meeting was largely procedural with no discussion or opposition recorded.
- Approved Local Law #3 amending Section 49 of the City Charter (7-0)
- Authorized $6,688.07 annual agreement with CivicPlus for website hosting and redesign (7-0)
- Renewed employee assistance program contract with Southern Tier Counseling Center for $4,725 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 3 tasers for Animal Control from Axon Enterprises at $9,915.99 lease (7-0)
- Declared surplus vehicles and equipment from Public Works for online auction (7-0)
- Assigned license agreement for parking strip at 507 W. Water Street to Milestone Funeral Services (7-0)
- Approved audits for Vacant Rental Grant, Lead Hazard Reduction, and Community Development Block Grant programs (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 3 to amend a portion of Section 49 of the City Charter. The council will also consider an ordinance to increase certain department fees, a resolution to apply for a Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant, and several other items including purchasing a fire truck for $53,151.50 and reporting fire department overtime.
- Public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 3 to amend the City Charter (Section 49)
- Ordinance to increase certain department fees (Chapter 1, Section 1-18(c))
- Resolution to apply for NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant
- Award contract for one 2025 heavy duty fire truck from Simmons Rockwell Chevrolet for $53,151.50
- Report fire department overtime totaling $65,407.94 for pay periods 6-9 of 2025
The City Council approved several administrative actions, including a new heavy duty truck for the Fire Department and multiple program audits. The council also passed a resolution to censure CM Grasso regarding confidential communications.
- Censured CM Grasso (5-1)
- Approved Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant application (6-0)
- Received 2024 Audited Financial Report (5-1)
- Authorized sale of abandoned vehicles as surplus property (6-0)
- Approved ordinance to increase certain Department fees (5-1)
- Awarded $53,151.50 contract to Simmons Rockwell Chevrolet for a fire truck (6-0)
- Received Fire Department overtime reports totaling $65,407.94 (6-0)
- Approved Vacant Rental, Lead Hazard Reduction, and Community Development Block Grant audits (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the submission of the city's 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025-2026 CDBG and HOME Action Plan to HUD. Other actions include approving a $51,645 generator for the fire station, a tax foreclosure agreement with the county, and a public hearing on a charter amendment. Two new firefighters will be appointed at $55,055 each. The council will also vote on rejecting all bids for a parking garage project due to cost overruns.
- Approve submission of 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025-2026 CDBG/HOME Action Plan to HUD
- Authorize purchase of Kohler 80REOZJF generator for Fire Department headquarters for $51,645.39
- Schedule June 30 public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2025 to amend Charter Section 49
- Reject all bids for Centertown Parking Garage Improvements Phase II due to bids exceeding funds
- Appoint Alexander J. Frame and Jordan T. Judson-Cady as firefighters at $55,055 annual salary each
The Elmira City Council approved a budget modification for unanticipated employee benefit expenses and authorized the purchase of a new fire department generator. The council also rejected bids for a parking garage project and scheduled a public hearing for a proposed local law.
- Approved 2024 budget modification for employee benefits ($51,645.39 generator)
- Rejected bids for Centertown Parking Garage Improvements Phase II
- Approved purchase of new Kohler generator for Fire Department
- Approved tax foreclosure agreement retroactive to January 1, 2025
- Approved appointment of Steve McNamara to Water Commissioner
- Approved hiring of two firefighters at $55,055.00 annually
- Approved scheduling public hearing for Local Law No. 3 of 2025
- Approved first reading of Local Law No. 3 of 2025
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will vote on a resolution to accept a $122,095 grant from Chemung County for the Elmira Police Department to purchase equipment and establish a K-9 program targeting illegal fentanyl. The council will also consider an extension of a Letter of Intent with Reify Energy, LLC, as well as routine personnel actions, a vehicle surplus sale, and several program audits.
- Accept $122,095 grant for illegal fentanyl prosecution and new K-9 program for police
- Appoint Kaitlyn A. Chilson as Solid Waste Specialist I at $19.34/hr and Chantell Sylman as Senior Account Clerk at $38,092.60/yr
- Declare impounded vehicles surplus and authorize online auction or sale to Pick-A-Part
- Approve $2,500 annual increase for iWorQ fire inspection code module subscription
- Extend Letter of Intent with Reify Energy, LLC for 45 days to explore contract
The Elmira City Council approved a $122,095 grant for the Elmira Police Department to establish a new K-9 program targeting fentanyl. The body also approved personnel appointments, the sale of surplus vehicles, and the extension of a letter of intent with Reify Energy, LLC.
- Approved $122,095 grant for Elmira Police K-9 fentanyl program (6-0)
- Approved appointment of Solid Waste Specialist I Kaitlyn A. Chilson (6-0)
- Approved appointment of Senior Account Clerk Chantell Sylman (6-0)
- Approved sale of surplus vehicles via auction or Pick-A-Part (6-0)
- Approved Water Board 2024 Annual Report (6-0)
- Approved Woodlawn Cemetery Commission 2024 operations report (6-0)
- Approved RS Food Mart Right-of-Way license for $500/year (6-0)
- Approved extension of Letter of Intent with Reify Energy, LLC (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider approving $147,902.97 in police overtime for the first quarter of 2025, authorizing a police patrol agreement with the Elmira Housing Authority for $53,312.76, and correcting a state agreement for the Church and Water Streets Gateway Study to $105,000 for the study phase only. The council will also hold an executive session for employee personnel matters and approve several audits including Lead Hazard Reduction, CDBG, and ARP grants.
- Police overtime for Q1 2025: $147,902.97
- Police patrol agreement with Elmira Housing Authority: $53,312.76 (retroactive to April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026)
- Church and Water Streets Gateway Study Project: correction deleting design phase, study phase at $105,000
- Personnel action: Garret D. Mortimer no longer employed as Public Works Specialist I, effective May 8, 2025
- Audits: Lead Hazard Reduction Grant, CDBG, ARP, and a general audit
The Elmira City Council unanimously approved several administrative and financial actions at its May 19, 2025 meeting. Key items included approving $147,902.97 in police overtime for the first quarter of 2025 and authorizing a $53,312.76 police patrol agreement with the Elmira Housing Authority. The council also corrected a state-local agreement for the Church and Water Streets Gateway Study, reducing funding to $105,000 for the study phase only.
- Approved $147,902.97 in police overtime for Q1 2025 (7-0)
- Authorized $53,312.76 police patrol agreement with Elmira Housing Authority (7-0)
- Corrected Church & Water Streets Gateway Study agreement, reducing to $105,000 for study phase (7-0)
- Accepted personnel action: Garret D. Mortimer separated as Public Works Specialist I (7-0)
- Approved executive session for employee personnel matters (7-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (7-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant Program Audit (7-0)
- Approved American Rescue Plan Audit and a general audit (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider a local law amending Section 241 of the City Charter, approve several contracts including fire protection inspection, park maintenance, janitorial services, and workers' compensation administration, and act on personnel changes. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation against the city. Audits of four programs will also be reviewed.
- Adopting Local Law #2 to amend City Charter Section 241
- Approving 3-year workers' compensation agreement with PMA Companies at $32,025/year
- Extending janitorial services contract with NYS Industries for the Disabled for $60,257.24
- Authorizing 17-week park maintenance contract at Eldridge, Grove and McKinnon Parks for $33,978.73
- Rejecting sole bid for a new 2025 UTV (utility terrain vehicle) and authorizing new bids
The City Council approved several service agreements for park maintenance, janitorial work, and fire protection inspections. The council also adopted Local Law #2 of 2025 to amend the City Charter and approved various program audits.
- Adopted Local Law #2 of 2025 to amend Section 241 of the City Charter (7-0)
- Approved $33,978.73 maintenance agreement with NYS Industries for the Disabled for three parks (7-0)
- Approved $60,257.24 janitorial services extension with NYS Industries for the Disabled (7-0)
- Approved 3-year Workers' Compensation administration agreement with PMA Companies at $32,025 annually (7-0)
- Approved $2,000 annual fire protection inspection contract with Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection (7-0)
- Rejected sole bid for 2025 UTV purchase due to failure to meet specifications (7-0)
- Approved increasing Chemung County Property Development Corporation board members from 7 to 9 (7-0)
- Appointed Justin Grose as Firefighter at an annual salary of $55,055.00 (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The City Council will vote on awarding a $981,957 contract to Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co., Inc. for hot mix asphalt projects. Other actions include approving reappointments to the Planning Commission, retaining HazMat fire exam services for $18,180, and accepting a $29,050 bid for new washer/dryer cabinets for the fire department. Agreements with nearby towns for code inspection and animal control services are also up for approval. Several routine audits and personnel actions are on the agenda.
- Award $981,957 contract to Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co., Inc. for 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Projects
- Retain Occustar Workplace Compliance for HazMat Fire Exams and PSA Blood Testing at $18,180
- Accept $29,050 bid from Strategic Safety Dynamics, LLC for new washer extractors and drying cabinets for Elmira Fire Department
- Reappoint Joseph Mustico and William Knapp to the City Planning Commission through April 30, 2028
- Authorize animal control agreements with Town of Catlin ($9,792/year) and Town of Ashland ($6,471/year), and code inspection agreement with Town of Erin ($2,400 for 4 months)
The Elmira City Council approved contracts for road paving, fire equipment, and audits, and approved the reappointment of two planning commission members. The council also approved resolutions to extend appreciation to two retiring firefighters.
- Approved $981,957 road contract (7-0)
- Approved $29,050 fire equipment contract (7-0)
- Approved $18,180 HazMat testing contract (7-0)
- Approved $1,300 IT services contract (7-0)
- Approved 4-month code inspection agreement with Town of Erin (7-0)
- Approved animal control agreements with Towns of Catlin ($9,792) and Ashland ($6,471) (7-0 each)
- Approved reappointments to City Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved audits for Anti-Displacement, Lead Hazard Reduction, and CDBG programs (7-0, 6-0, 7-0)
Elmira City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on the city's 2025 Annual Action Plan and 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan for CDBG and HOME grants. They will vote on a $6.6 million capital bond ordinance, a zoning amendment, personnel actions for a new assessor, and several resolutions including a SEQRA negative declaration and a state DOT agreement for the Church and Water Streets Gateway Study. Audits for lead hazard reduction and CDBG programs are also scheduled.
- Public hearing on 2025 Annual Action Plan and 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan for CDBG and HOME programs
- Ordinance authorizing $6,557,100 in capital items and issuing $3,498,798 in bonds
- Zoning amendment adding Article XII section 1201 'Applicability' to the City Code
- Appointment of Michelle L. Murray as Assessor at $83,526 annual salary
- Supplemental agreement with NYSDOT for Church and Water Streets Gateway Study
The Elmira City Council approved the minutes from the March meeting, appointed a new Assessor, and approved capital projects including a $6.5 million bond ordinance and a federal aid study for Church and Water Streets. The council also approved several audit resolutions and a resolution to adjourn the meeting.
- Approved minutes from March 24, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Appointed Michelle L. Murray as Assessor at $83,526 annually (7-0)
- Approved resolution extending appreciation to retiring Assessor Bruce A. Stanko (7-0)
- Approved resolution designating the Council as lead agency for SEQRA on 2025 capital projects (7-0)
- Approved supplemental agreement for Church and Water Streets Gateway Study with NYSDOT (7-0)
- Approved ordinance authorizing $6,557,100 in capital items and $3,498,798 in bonds (7-0)
- Withdrew ordinance to amend Zoning Article XII (Withdrawn)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider awarding a $4,044,830.50 contract to Dalrymple Gravel and Contracting Co., Inc. for the East Water Street Rejuvenation Project. The council will also hold a public hearing on amending zoning rules to exempt city projects from certain regulations, and discuss rezoning four parcels on College Avenue to Light Industrial. Several personnel actions and reappointments to boards are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on amending Appendix B to exempt city governmental activities from zoning provisions
- Rezoning 1330, 1340, 1344, and 1350 College Ave. to Light Industrial
- Awarding $4,044,830.50 base bid contract to Dalrymple Gravel and Contracting Co., Inc. for East Water Street Rejuvenation Project
- Authorizing supplemental agreement with Erdman Anthony for $278,000 in construction support on East Water Street project
- Rejecting all bids for Parking Access Control Systems and authorizing new RFB for two systems
The council approved a $4,044,830.50 contract with Dalrymple Gravel for the East Water Street Rejuvenation Project (6-0) and passed a local law regulating unlicensed cannabis sales (5-1). It also referred a zoning change for 1330-1350 College Ave to Light Industrial to planning boards, authorized a $278,000 supplemental agreement for the East Water Street project, and approved multiple reappointments and program audits.
- Awarded $4,044,830.50 contract to Dalrymple Gravel for East Water Street Rejuvenation (6-0)
- Passed local law regulating unlicensed cannabis sales (5-1)
- Referred zoning map amendment for 1330-1350 College Ave to Light Industrial to planning boards (6-0)
- Authorized $278,000 supplemental agreement with Erdman Anthony for East Water Street project support (6-0)
- Approved $42,869.39 in overtime for Fire Department pay periods 4-5 (6-0)
- Approved personnel actions: appointment of police officer at $63,083.70 and separations (6-0)
- Reappointed Leslie Gordon and Joseph Cost to the Housing Authority (6-0)
- Approved six program audits including Lead Hazard Reduction and CDBG (all 6-0)
Elmira City Council
This is a special meeting of the Elmira City Council. The main action is a resolution to act on a Letter of Intent between the city and Reify Energy, LLC. The council will also vote to dispense with reading minutes from the March 10 regular meeting and to adjourn.
- Resolution to act on Letter of Intent between the City and Reify Energy, LLC
- Approval of resolution dispensing with minutes of the March 10 regular meeting
The City Council approved a Letter of Intent between the City and Reify Energy, LLC. The council also dispensed with the minutes from the March 10, 2025, regular meeting.
- Approved resolution dispensing with March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Letter of Intent between the City and Reify Energy, LLC (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider a resolution to schedule a public hearing on amending Appendix B to exempt city governmental activities from certain provisions. The council will also vote on accepting a $585,326 Lead Prevention Grant and approving a grant application for $397,200 from the NYS Office of Victim Services. Audits of the Lead Hazard Reduction and CDBG programs are also on the agenda.
- Resolution to schedule a public hearing on amending Appendix B to add section 1201 exempting city activities
- Resolution accepting $585,326 Lead Prevention Grant for April 2025–March 2027
- Resolution to submit grant application to NYS Office of Victim Services for $397,200 over 3 years with $100,215.57 city match
- Audit of Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (2025-65)
- Audit of Community Development Block Grant Program (2025-66)
The Council approved a $585,326.00 lead prevention grant and authorized a new grant application for victim services. Additional actions included scheduling a public hearing regarding Appendix B amendments and approving several audits.
- Approved dispensing with the February 24, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Approved public hearing for Appendix B amendment (6-1)
- Accepted $585,326.00 Lead Prevention Grant (7-0)
- Approved NYS Office of Victim Services grant application (7-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (7-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant Program Audit (7-0)
- Approved unnamed audit (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will hold a public hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2025 to amend section 241 of the City Charter, and will vote on resolutions including appointing a new member to the Elmira Housing Authority Board and thanking fire departments for their response to a recent church fire. Several grant program audits are also scheduled for action.
- Public hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2025 to amend City Charter section 241
- Resolution appointing Louis Sterpe to the Elmira Housing Authority Board, term expiring March 22, 2027
- Resolution thanking Elmira Fire Department, West Elmira, Southport, Elmira Heights, and Horseheads Fire Departments, and 911 dispatchers for assistance with the Feb. 13 fire at First Baptist Church
- Anti Displacement Learning Network Grant Program Audit
- Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit
The Elmira City Council unanimously approved all eight resolutions on the agenda, including the appointment of Louis Sterpe to the Elmira Housing Authority Board replacing Filomena Jack, with a term expiring March 22, 2027. The council also approved audits for the Anti Displacement Learning Network Grant, Lead Hazard Reduction Grant, Community Development Block Grant, and a general audit, all without opposition. A resolution thanking multiple fire departments and dispatchers for their response to the First Baptist Church fire on February 13, 2025, was also passed unanimously.
- Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 meeting (6-0)
- Adopted resolution thanking fire departments and dispatchers for First Baptist Church fire response (6-0)
- Appointed Louis Sterpe to Elmira Housing Authority Board, term expiring March 22, 2027 (6-0)
- Approved Anti Displacement Learning Network Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant Program Audit (6-0)
- Approved general audit (6-0)
- Approved adjournment (6-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider a resolution to raise $16,947,422 through taxation for the 2025 city budget of $41,420,171. They will also hold a first reading of a local law to amend Section 241 of the City Charter, and hire four firefighters at $55,055 each. Other items include designating polling places for a Housing Authority election and approving an insurance software services contract.
- Resolution 2025-43: declare $16,947,422 tax levy for 2025 city budget of $41,420,171
- First reading of Local Law No. 1 of 2025 to amend City Charter Section 241
- Appointment of Christopher Burrell, Joseph Ducot, Jared Moore, and Aiden Reese as firefighters at $55,055/year
- Agreement with ebm Insurance Solutions for software services at $1,341.40/month
- Resolution designating polling places for Elmira Housing Authority election on March 4, 2025
The Elmira City Council approved the 2025 city budget and appointed four new firefighters. The council also approved software services for health insurance and audited grant programs.
- Approved 2025 city budget ($41.4M) and tax levy ($24.4M) (7-0)
- Approved hiring four new firefighters at $55,055 salaries (7-0)
- Approved software services agreement with ebm Insurance Solutions ($1,341.40/month) (7-0)
- Approved overtime payments for Elmira Fire Department ($17,271.39) (7-0)
- Approved audit of Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (7-0)
- Approved audit of Community Development Block Grant Program (7-0)
- Approved scheduling public hearing for Local Law No. 1 of 2025 (7-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The Elmira City Council will consider multiple personnel actions for the police department, including the retirement of Deputy Chief Scott Packard and appointment of Christopher Osiecki as Deputy Chief at $139,406. Other significant items include a resolution to request $50,000 from the Elmira Water Board, approval of a roof replacement contract for $90,513, and a new sales tax agreement with Chemung County. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and audits.
- Appointment of Christopher P. Osiecki as Deputy Police Chief at $139,406 annual salary; approval of MOU for the role
- Resolution to request $50,000 from Elmira Water Board from 2024 surplus for general city use
- Roof replacement at Woodlawn Cemetery Office awarded to Hale Contracting, Inc. for $90,513
- Approval of a new Sales Tax Agreement with Chemung County retroactive to Jan 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2026
- Rejection of all bids for elevator modernization at Centertown Parking Garage; new bids to be solicited later
The council unanimously approved a two-year sales tax agreement with Chemung County, retroactive to January 1, 2025. It also confirmed several police department appointments, including a new deputy chief, and approved a shared IT services agreement with the county. A roof replacement contract for Woodlawn Cemetery Office was awarded to Hale Contracting, Inc. for $90,513.
- Approved new sales tax agreement with Chemung County for 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Christopher Osiecki as Deputy Police Chief and related MOU (7-0)
- Approved shared IT services agreement with Chemung County through 2027 (7-0)
- Rejected all bids for elevator modernization at Centertown Parking Garage; new bids later this year (7-0)
- Awarded $90,513 roof replacement contract to Hale Contracting, Inc. for Woodlawn Cemetery Office (7-0)
- Approved hiring of Fagan Engineers and Hunt Engineer for professional engineering services, each up to $12,500 (7-0)
- Approved $63,923 payment to Elmira Fire Department Benefit Fund for 2024 (7-0)
- Approved $7,714.02 Granicus software subscription for council agenda software (7-0)
Elmira City Council
The City Council will consider several annual budget adoptions for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting includes actions on personnel changes, grant acceptances, and multiple program audits.
- Adoption of the 2025 Operating Budget
- Adoption of the 2025 Capital Budget
- Adoption of the 2025 American Rescue Plan Budget
- Adoption of the 2025 Community Development Enterprise Partners Budget
- Acceptance of $4,000.00 in grant awards for Community Development Projects
The Elmira City Council approved the 2025 Operating Budget, Capital Budget, and American Rescue Plan Budget. The council also approved a grant award of $4,000 for community projects and authorized the mayor to execute agreements for city depositories and the publication of council acts.
- Approved 2025 Operating Budget (5-1)
- Approved 2025 Capital Budget (6-0)
- Approved 2025 American Rescue Plan Budget (6-0)
- Approved $4,000 community development grant awards (6-0)
- Approved agreement for city bank depositories (7-0)
- Approved agreement for publishing council acts (7-0)
- Approved multiple grant program audits (7-0 each)
- Approved resolution to adjourn (7-0)