Bethlehem Town public meetings in 2025

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will consider and vote on a Special Use Permit and Site Plan for the Niagara Mohawk (National Grid) substation at 25 Mason Road, Delmar. The board will also receive an update on the Kimmey Pointe Residential Subdivision (99 homes on 63.8 acres) and discuss zoning law items including commercial building height, agritourism, and regulation updates. Information on a public hearing for the Albany Road Solar project (57 South Albany Rd, 3.875 MW) will be presented, though further discussion was tabled.

• Special Use Permit (SUP 78) and Site Plan approval for Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. at 25 Mason Road, Delmar
• Update on Kimmey Pointe Residential Subdivision, 548 Elm Avenue, Selkirk – 99 single‑family homes on 63.8 acres (Application 24‑00400002)
• Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Discussion #26: public comments, commercial multi‑use building height, agritourism, regulation updates
• Public hearing information for Albany Road Solar LLC, 57 South Albany Rd, Selkirk – 3.875 MW ground‑mount PV (Special Use Permit/Site Plan 25‑01500001); further discussion tabled
• Minutes approval, public comment period, and other procedural items

The Bethlehem Planning Board held its regular meeting on Jan. 6, 2026 and received public comments on the Kimmey Pointe residential subdivision. No votes, approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded for any agenda items.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold public hearings on a 3.875 MW solar facility and consider updates on an electrical substation replacement. The board will also discuss zoning law updates based on public comments.

• Public hearing: Albany Road Solar LLC / Seaboard Solar, 57 South Albany Rd, Selkirk
• Update and possible action: Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation, 25 Mason Rd, Delmar
• Discussion: Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates #25
• Approval: Minutes of Tuesday, December 2, 2025
• Public comment period: 10 minutes for pending agenda items

The Board voted to approve the Special Use Permit and Site Plan for the Niagara Mohawk substation at 25 Mason Road, with a unanimous aye vote. The minutes from the December 2 meeting were accepted as amended by a 3‑to‑0 vote. The public hearing for the Albany Road Solar project was closed unanimously, and further discussion on its information items was tabled.

• Approved Special Use Permit and Site Plan for 25 Mason Road (unanimous aye)
• Approved minutes from Dec 2, 2025 as amended (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Closed public hearing for Albany Road Solar project (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on Albany Road Solar information items

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several operational requests, including hiring a new telecommunicator, awarding a flex‑spending plan administrator, and signing a fireworks contract with Delmar Reformed Church. A key item is the purchase of four REACT snow plow edges for $13,482 from the Essex County contract. Additional items involve bench donations, a draw on a letter of credit for the Legends Subdivision, and budget actions for insurance and desktop equipment.

• Authorize appointment of Braxtyn Hughes as Telecommunicator at $50,012 annual salary
• Award Benetech as the town’s third‑party Flex Spending Plan Administrator
• Sign Use of Building Contract with Delmar Reformed Church for Dec 31, 2025 fireworks
• Purchase 4 REACT snow plow edges for $13,482.00 from Essex County contract
• Draw $35,149.60 from M&T Bank Letter of Credit for Legends Subdivision and amend surety

The Board approved the appointment of Braxtyn Hughes as the town's Telecommunicator with an annual salary of $50,012. The Board also approved awarding Benetech as the town's third‑party Flex Spending Plan administrator. Both actions were approved unanimously by the members present.

• Approved appointment of Braxtyn Hughes as Telecommunicator (annual salary $50,012) – vote 4-0
• Approved award of Benetech as third‑party Flex Spending Plan administrator – vote 4-0

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board voted to adjourn to an executive session for Planning Board interviews, then to adjourn that executive session, and finally to adjourn the special meeting. All three motions passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote.

• Adjourn to executive session for Planning Board interviews approved 4-0
• Adjourn executive session approved 4-0
• Adjourn special meeting approved 4-0

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting to receive public comments, review pending applications, and consider several property resolutions. The application submitted by Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC for 55 Delaware Ave has been adjourned until further notice because of an appeal by the Building Inspector. The board will also consider resolutions for properties at 7 Somerset Dr, 165 Wemple Rd, 22 Greenleaf Dr, and 25 Mason Rd.

• Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC – 55 Delaware Ave application adjourned pending appeal
• Resolution for Warren Deitz – 7 Somerset Dr
• Resolution for Andrew Lisowski – 165 Wemple Rd
• Resolution for Alison & Stephen Chamberlin – 22 Greenleaf Dr
• Resolution for National Grid – 25 Mason Rd

The Zoning Board of Appeals adjourned a pending appeal request from Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC until further notice. It then unanimously approved resolutions for Warren Deitz (7 Somerset Dr.), Andrew Lisowski (165 Wemple Rd.), Alison & Stephen Chamberlin (22 Greenleaf Dr.), and National Grid (25 Mason Rd.). The meeting was subsequently adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned appeal request by Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC (55 Delaware Ave) [unanimous]
• Approved resolution for Warren Deitz – 7 Somerset Dr. [unanimous]
• Approved resolution for Andrew Lisowski – 165 Wemple Rd. [unanimous]
• Approved resolution for Alison & Stephen Chamberlin – 22 Greenleaf Dr. [unanimous]
• Approved resolution for National Grid – 25 Mason Rd. [unanimous]
• Adjourned meeting [unanimous]

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board voted to adjourn to an executive session to conduct interviews for the Conservation Easement Review Board and Zoning Board of Appeals, approving the motion 4‑0. The executive session was later adjourned by a 3‑0 vote, and the special meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote. No other substantive matters were decided.

• Adjourn to executive session for interviews approved 4-0
• Adjourn executive session approved 3-0
• Adjourn special meeting approved 3-0

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will review updates and possible actions for two solar projects: a 19.13 kW ground‑mount system at 14 Halter Rd. in Glenmont and a 3.875 MW ground‑mount system at 57 South Albany Rd. in Selkirk, including scheduling a public hearing on 12/16/2025. The board will also hear a presentation on a proposed expansion of Peter K. Frueh Inc.'s contractor yard at 355 Old Quarry Rd., Feura Bush, and will accept public comments on upcoming zoning law and subdivision regulation updates. A brief public comment period is provided for agenda items.

• Kasselman Solar, LLC – 19.13 kW ground‑mount PV at 14 Halter Rd., Glenmont – project update, possible special use permit (SUP 77) and site plan approval (SPA 341)
• Albany Road Solar LLC / Seaboard Solar – 3.875 MW ground‑mount PV at 57 South Albany Rd., Selkirk – project update and possible action to schedule a public hearing for 12/16/2025
• Peter K. Frueh Inc. – presentation of proposed expansion of contractor’s yard at 355 Old Quarry Rd., Feura Bush (Site Plan Application 25‑00100004)
• Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates – public comments due by 12/05/2025 (link provided)

The Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. The board discussed the 14 Halter Road solar installation and agreed to require evergreen species for the screening plants instead of the originally proposed Rose of Sharon. No formal vote was recorded for the plant amendment, but the board indicated consensus to include the change in the approval document.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to specify evergreen species for screening plants at 14 Halter Road solar project

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board authorized the Town Supervisor to sign a purchase agreement for approximately 68.3 acres at 432 Clipp Road for $330,000. It approved MJ Engineering to provide surveying services for $23,600, contingent on the purchase. It also approved the settlement of a tax certiorari proceeding for three parcels on 285 River Road, reducing their assessed values as listed. All motions were adopted with the vote counts recorded in the minutes.

• Authorized $330,000 purchase of ~68.3 acres at 432 Clipp Road (4-0)
• Approved MJ Engineering surveying services for $23,600, contingent on purchase (4-0)
• Approved tax certiorari settlement for 285 River Rd parcels, reducing assessments (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (5-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several personnel appointments, a vehicle purchase for the Police Department, multiple inter‑municipal water‑district agreements, and budget transfers. It will also vote on authorizing the Town Supervisor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy and to expend up to $465,000 from the Farms & Forest Fund to buy 114 North Street. The meeting includes a presentation on a new process for reviewing traffic and pedestrian safety requests.

• Appointment of Trenton Roeske as Deputy Commissioner of Public Works
• Appointment of Katherine Arnold as Part‑Time Telecommunicator at $31.25 per hour
• Purchase of a Ford Transit van for the Police Department forensic unit for $75,589
• Authorization to spend up to $465,000 to purchase 114 North Street from North Street Group
• Budget transfers/modifications to the 2025 Adopted Budget as attached

The Town Board meeting was primarily for announcements and public comments. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The board extended the public‑comments deadline for the preliminary zoning‑codes update to Friday, December 5. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Extended public comments deadline for preliminary zoning codes update to Dec 5 (no vote recorded)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Board authorized the Supervisor to sign a purchase agreement for about 68.3 acres at 432 Clipp Road for $330,000. It also approved $23,600 for MJ Engineering surveying services contingent on that purchase. A settlement reducing assessments on three River Road parcels was approved. All motions were adopted with unanimous votes.

• Adjourn to executive session to discuss settlement – approved 4-0
• Authorize purchase of ~68.3 acres at 432 Clipp Road for $330,000 – approved 4-0
• Approve MJ Engineering surveying services for $23,600 – approved 4-0
• Approve settlement of tax certiorari for three River Road parcels – approved 5-0
• Adjourn executive session – approved 5-0
• Adjourn special meeting – approved 5-0

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The board will hold public hearings on four variance applications: fences at 7 Somerset Dr and 165 Wemple Rd, an accessory structure at 22 Greenleaf Dr, and a substation expansion with a fence at 25 Mason Rd. After the hearings the board will discuss each of those applications. The agenda also includes a review of an appeal by Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC for 55 Delaware Ave.

• Variance request for a 6‑ft fence at 7 Somerset Dr (Warren Deitz) – non‑conforming to Article VI, §128‑47 B(3)
• Variance request for a 6‑ft fence at 165 Wemple Rd (Andrew Lisowski) – non‑conforming to Article VI, §128‑47 B(3)
• Variance request for an accessory structure at 22 Greenleaf Dr (Alison & Stephen Chamberlin) – non‑conforming to Article V, §128‑30 C(3)
• Variance request for substation expansion and fence at 25 Mason Rd (National Grid) – non‑conforming to Section‑47 B(2)
• Appeal by Hoffman Realty Delmar LLC for 55 Delaware Ave (appealing prior building inspector determination)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Planning Board will meet on November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall at 445 Delaware Ave. The board will discuss the draft Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulation updates. No other agenda items are listed.

• Draft Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulation updates – discussion/review

Public Meeting - Public Meeting

The Town of Bethlehem will hold a public meeting to discuss draft updates to the Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulations. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Town Hall.

• Public hearing on draft Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates
• Meeting location: Bethlehem Town Hall, 445 Delaware Ave, Delmar

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Town Board adjourned to an executive session, then approved the Human Resources Committee's promotion recommendations with a 5-0 vote. Afterward, the board adjourned the executive session and later adjourned the special meeting, each also approved 5-0.

• Adjourned to executive session to discuss real property and personnel matters (5-0)
• Approved Human Resources Committee promotion recommendations (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (5-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will consider the adoption of the 2026 Annual Budget and review a presentation on the town-wide water system. The meeting includes several requests for equipment purchases and personnel appointments.

• Adoption of the 2026 Annual Budget
• Purchase of 3 snow/salt trucks from Lucky's Truck and Trailer Sales for $746,187.04
• Purchase of 2 Ford F-350 trucks from Van Bortel Ford for $106,113.66
• Expenditure of up to $60,000 for a Town Communications Modernization Project with Primeau Fahey & Associates
• Purchase of a 2012 Ford F-350 aerial lift bucket truck for $18,076.00

The Town Board convened and the Supervisor delivered nine announcements covering election results, a grant award, upcoming events, and a new $50,000 state agricultural grant. Several council members shared community updates. No formal motions, votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 6, 2025, for a Special Use Permit and Site Plan (Application 25-01400002) to add an accessory apartment at 1332 River Road, Selkirk. The board will also consider an update and possible action on the SEQR Negative Declaration for the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation (Application 24-01400002) at 25 Mason Rd, Delmar. A public meeting on zoning law and subdivision regulation updates is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

• Public Hearing – Accessory Apartment, 1332 River Rd, Selkirk (Special Use Permit / Site Plan Application 25-01400002)
• Action Item – SEQR Negative Declaration update for Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation, 25 Mason Rd, Delmar (Site Plan & Special Use Permit Application 24-01400002)
• New Business – Public meeting on Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates, 11/18/2025, 6:00 PM, Town Hall
• Minutes Approval – Acceptance of minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting
• Announcements – Public participation guidelines and comment procedures

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. A public hearing on the 1332 River Road accessory apartment was opened and then closed without comment. The Board unanimously approved the SEQR Negative Declaration Resolution for the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation as amended. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 1332 River Road accessory apartment (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 1332 River Road accessory apartment (unanimous)
• Approved SEQR Negative Declaration Resolution for Niagara Mohawk Substation as amended (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider accepting applications and scheduling public hearings for four property variance requests. The board will also consider a resolution for Evan Moon at 24 Crannell Ave.

• Warren Deitz (7 Somerset Dr): Request for a 6' fence in front opposite side yard
• Andrew Lisowski (165 Wemple Rd): Request for a 6' fence in front opposite side yard
• Alison & Stephen Chamberlin (22 Greenleaf Dr): Request for a new accessory structure
• National Grid (25 Mason Rd): Request to expand substation and erect a fence
• Resolution for Evan Moon at 24 Crannell Ave

The Board approved Resolution AV‑2505 granting area variances to Kimberly Relyea and Evan Moon for 24 Crannell Avenue, allowing greater lot coverage and reduced setbacks. The motion was moved by Jeremy Martelle, seconded by Thomas Coffey, and passed with an Aye vote. The Board also accepted four fence and substation applications and set public hearings for November 19, 2025.

• Approved Resolution AV‑2505 granting variances at 24 Crannell Ave (Aye)
• Approved acceptance and public hearing for Warren Deitz 6' fence (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance and public hearing for Andrew Lisowski 6' fence (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance and public hearing for Alison & Stephen Chamberlin accessory structure (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance and public hearing for National Grid substation expansion and fence (unanimous)

Public Meeting - Public Meeting

The town is holding a public meeting to discuss sidewalk improvement projects. The discussion focuses on replacements for specific roads in the community.

• Sidewalk replacement for Delaware Ave
• Sidewalk replacement for Elsmere Ave
• Sidewalk replacement for Kenwood Ave
• Sidewalk replacement for New Scotland Road

Public Meeting - Public Meeting

The town is holding a public meeting to discuss the Bridge Street sidewalk replacement project. This session is part of the Sidewalk Improvement Projects initiative.

• Discussion of Bridge Street sidewalk replacement

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Board will present the 2026 Preliminary Budget and hold a public hearing on it. It will also solicit public comment on the renewal of the Spectrum (formerly Time Warner Cable) Franchise Agreement. Several line‑item requests, including staff appointments and project presentations, will be considered.

• Presentation of the 2026 Preliminary Budget
• Public hearing on renewal of the Spectrum (formerly Time Warner Cable) Franchise Agreement
• Appointment of Robert Geurtze as part‑time Telecommunicator at $25.23 per hour
• Appointment of McKenzie Waufle as Senior Engineering Technician effective October 27, 2025
• Presentation by GPI Consulting Engineers on the Henry Hudson Park Shoreline Stabilization Project

The October 22, 2025 meeting consisted of Supervisor VanLuven's ten announcements, public comments from residents, and a presentation of the 2026 preliminary budget totaling $55.1 million. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will hear an initial presentation for an accessory apartment at 1332 River Road in Selkirk and may set a public hearing for November 6. It will also discuss a proposed asphalt batch plant at 12 West Yard Road in Feura Bush and review the draft updated Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulations before a public open house on November 18. Public comments are limited to 3‑5 minutes and can be submitted in writing to the Planning Board.

• Accessory Apartment – 1332 River Rd, Selkirk – Initial presentation, possible public hearing (Special Use Permit / Site Plan Application 25-01400002)
• Asphalt Batch Plant – 12 West Yard Rd, Feura Bush – Initial presentation (Special Use Permit & Site Plan Application 25-00100006)
• Draft Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulations – discussion of revised draft and preparation for public open house on Nov 18
• Potential public hearing scheduled for the accessory apartment on 11/06/2025
• Public comment period – 10 minutes, verbal comments limited to 3‑5 minutes, written comments accepted via email or mail

Board members approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting unanimously. They then moved and seconded a motion to schedule a public hearing on the Whitman accessory‑apartment project for November 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., which passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Whitman accessory apartment, Nov 6 2025 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider a special use permit for an accessory apartment and hear an initial presentation for a proposed asphalt batch plant. The board is also preparing for a public meeting on Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulation updates scheduled for November 18.

• Accessory apartment application at 1332 River Road, Selkirk
• Proposed asphalt batch plant at 12 West Yard Rd, Feura Bush
• Public meeting on Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates on November 18, 2025

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then moved to schedule a public hearing for the Whitman accessory apartment application at 1332 River Road, to be held on November 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Town Hall. The hearing will allow interested parties to be heard and comments to be submitted in writing.

• Approved minutes of Oct 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Whitman accessory apartment project on Nov 6, 2025 at 6 PM (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request submitted by Evan Moon and Kim Relyea for 24 Crannell Ave. The applicants seek relief from setback, accessory‑structure lot coverage, and overall lot‑coverage requirements to build a new detached garage and porch addition. The board will discuss the application and may schedule a decision on the variance.

• Public hearing for Evan Moon – 24 Crannell Ave (Area Variance 25-0100009)
• Discussion of the variance request to construct a detached garage and porch addition
• Review of setback, lot‑coverage, and overall coverage variances requested
• Consideration of applicant’s hardship justification and neighbor support letters

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on an area variance for 24 Crannell Avenue. The board approved a motion to indent the public hearing notice into the minutes, with a second and an affirmative vote. No decision was made on the variance application itself.

• Approved motion to indent public hearing notice into minutes (aye)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several actions, including appointing a new telecommunicator with a $50,012 salary and adding members to the Tree Advisory Committee. It will vote on a local law amendment to expand the real‑property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance service workers. The board will also accept a $200 donation, set public hearings for the Spectrum franchise renewal and the 2026 preliminary budget, and authorize the supervisor to sign a micro‑enterprise grant agreement.

• Authorize appointment of Anthony Losee as Telecommunicator, annual salary $50,012
• Appoint Judith Fetterley, Justine Heilner, Bruce Bushart, David Plummer, and Megan Mazzarino to the Tree Advisory Committee
• Adopt local law amending Town Code Chapter 111 to expand real‑property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Accept a $200 donation from Laura Sankey
• Set public hearing on Oct 22, 2025 for renewal of the Spectrum franchise agreement

The Town Board convened at 6:00 PM on October 8, 2025. Supervisor VanLuven delivered nine announcements covering new AED boxes, upcoming park events, board vacancy applications, sewer relining, multi‑million‑dollar sidewalk and path grants, and ongoing construction projects. No motions were voted on and no formal decisions were recorded. Public comments were heard but no actions were taken.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will consider a time extension for a solar project and discuss zoning law updates. The meeting will also include a public hearing for a new solar installation.

• Possible time extension for Hof Solar project at 208 Jericho Rd
• Public hearing for Kasselman Solar at 14 Halter Rd
• Possible time extension for Gateway Commerce Center at 1353 River Road
• Discussion on Draft Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulations
• Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the September 16 minutes unanimously. It opened and then closed the public hearing for the 14 Halter Road solar project. It approved a 90‑day time extension for the Gateway Commerce Center Phase 2 site‑plan approval. The board also discussed updates to the Draft Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulations.

• Approved September 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 14 Halter Road solar project (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 14 Halter Road solar project (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on 19.13 kW ground‑mount solar PV (unanimous)
• Approved 90‑day extension for minor subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved 90‑day extension for site‑plan approval (unanimous)
• Closed initial presentation of Kasselman Solar project (unanimous)
• Discussed Draft Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulation updates (no vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application to build a detached garage and porch addition that exceeds town zoning limits. The board will also acknowledge a withdrawn variance request and process a resolution for a previously passed variance.

• Review of area variance application for a detached garage and porch at 24 Crannell Ave
• Acknowledgement of withdrawal for area variance at 6 Euclid Ave
• Resolution for passed area variance at 15 East Fernbank Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved the withdrawal of Dan Robins’ area variance application for 6 Euclid Avenue. It also accepted Evan Moon’s application for an area variance at 24 Crannell Avenue and set a public hearing for October 15, 2025. Additionally, the board approved the resolution granting an area variance to Charles Furman for 15 East Fernbank Avenue.

• Approved withdrawal of Dan Robins’ area variance application for 6 Euclid Ave (unanimous)
• Accepted Evan Moon’s area variance application for 24 Crannell Ave and scheduled public hearing for October 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution granting area variance to Charles Furman for 15 East Fernbank Ave (unanimous)

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board voted to adjourn to an executive session to interview candidates for the Tree Advisory Committee, passing the motion 5‑0. The executive session was later adjourned by a 4‑0 vote. The special meeting was finally adjourned at 6:53 p.m. with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adjourn to executive session for Tree Advisory Committee interviews – approved 5-0
• Adjourn executive session – approved 4-0
• Adjourn special meeting – approved 4-0

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding the expansion of real property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The board will also present the 2026 Tentative Budget and consider several highway-related contracts and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing on expanding Real Property Tax Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Service Workers
• Contract with MJ Engineering for Ten Eyck Avenue drainage improvement project: $51,000
• Contract with MJ Engineering for Town Highway Garage Floor Replacement Project: $25,600
• Purchase of Felling heavy equipment trailer from Tracey Road Equipment: $111,379.44
• Purchase of 2 packer trucks from Onondaga County contract: $402,881.00

The board convened at 7:00 p.m. and the supervisor delivered ten announcements covering grants, new park bridges, upcoming events, construction projects, and community resources. Public comments were heard, but no motions, votes, or official actions were recorded in the minutes.

Town Board - Special Meeting

The board entered an executive session to interview Tree Advisory Committee candidates (motion approved 4-0). The executive session was then adjourned (motion approved 5-0), followed by adjournment of the special meeting (motion approved 5-0). No policy, budget, or zoning decisions were made.

• Adjourn to executive session for Tree Advisory Committee interviews approved (4-0)
• Adjourn executive session approved (5-0)
• Adjourn special meeting approved (5-0)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Board approved a motion to move the special meeting into executive session (4‑0). After the executive session, the Board voted to adjourn that session (5‑0) and then to adjourn the special meeting itself (5‑0). No other matters were considered.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session approved 4-0
• Motion to adjourn the executive session approved 5-0
• Motion to adjourn the special meeting approved 5-0

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing and discuss an area variance request for a residential addition. The board will also review minutes from August and September 2025 meetings.

• Public hearing for Chuck Furman regarding an area variance for a dwelling addition at 15 East Fernbank Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on an area variance request for 15 East Fernbank Drive. Board members discussed the applicant’s proposed garage addition and possible deed or easement restrictions, but no final decision on the variance was recorded. The only formal action was the unanimous approval of a motion to indent the public hearing notice into the minutes.

• Approved motion to indent public hearing notice into minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will consider a request from Hof Solar LLC to extend the time allowed for a Special Use Permit and Site Plan approval for a 5 MW solar PV facility at 208 Jericho Rd, Selkirk. The board will also review an initial presentation from Kasselman Solar LLC and may schedule a public hearing on 10/07/2025 for a 19.13 kW ground‑mount solar PV project at 14 Halter Rd, Glenmont. Minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting will be approved, and standard public comment procedures will be reiterated.

• Time extension request for Hof Solar LLC – 5 MW solar PV – 208 Jericho Rd, Selkirk – Special Use Permit (SUP 73) / Site Plan Application (SPA 330) 23‑01400002
• Initial presentation for Kasselman Solar LLC – 19.13 kW ground‑mount solar PV – 14 Halter Rd, Glenmont – Possible public hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 – Special Use Permit / Site Plan Application 25‑01400003
• Approval of minutes from the September 2, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Public comment period guidelines (10‑minute limit, 3‑5 minute verbal comments)
• Adjournment of the regular meeting

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting unanimously. It then approved a time extension for the Special Use Permit and Site Plan of the Hoff Solar 5 MW facility at 208 Jericho Road, Selkirk, with a unanimous vote. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for the Kasselman Solar 19.13 kW ground‑mount project at 14 Halter Road, Glenmont, to be held on October 7, 2025. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved September 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved time extension for Hoff Solar 5 MW project (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Kasselman Solar 19.13 kW project on Oct 7 2025

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several items, including a public hearing on the Spectrum franchise renewal and a local law to add stop signs on Daniel Street. It will vote on a $15,000 grant for improvements at Heath Farm and a $41,436 donation contract from the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee. The board will also approve the purchase of three snow plows for $39,068.70 and a new skid steer for $96,859.92, and will present the tentative capital plan for 2026‑2030.

• Add stop signs on Daniel Street at both approaches to Trumpeter Place
• Purchase three Viking/Cives snow plows for $39,068.70 using the Highway Operating Fund
• Authorize purchase of a new skid steer for $96,859.92 from Robert H. Finke and Sons
• Accept a $15,000 grant from the Albany County Park Improvement Initiative Fund for Heath Farm improvements
• Approve a $41,436 donation contract from the New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee

The Bethlehem Town Board convened on September 10, 2025 and heard a series of announcements about community events, upcoming projects, and grant opportunities. Topics included a fire memorial, a 5K fundraiser, safe‑streets campaign, tennis event, shoreline stabilization grant, micro‑enterprise grants, Cherry Avenue path, Delaware Avenue streets project, and zoning updates. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Dan Robins’ request for a detached accessory apartment at 6 Euclid Ave, which does not meet Town zoning Article VIII, Section 128‑73 (Area Variance 25-01000004). The Board will also review Chuck Furman’s application to construct an addition to his dwelling at 15 East Fernbank Ave, which does not meet Town zoning Article XIII, Section 128‑100 (Area Variance 25-01000008) and may set a public hearing for it. These items are listed under Applications – Review and Possible Public Hearing Scheduling.

• Dan Robins – area variance (detached accessory apartment) at 6 Euclid Ave, Article VIII, Sec. 128‑73
• Chuck Furman – area variance (addition to dwelling) at 15 East Fernbank Ave, Article XIII, Sec. 128‑100
• Public hearing discussion for Dan Robins’ 6 Euclid Ave variance
• Application review and possible public hearing scheduling for Chuck Furman’s 15 East Fernbank Ave addition

The Zoning Board withdrew the parking‑space variance for 6 Euclid Ave. It approved a motion to close Dan Robins' non‑attached ADU variance request. The board accepted Chuck Furman's application for 15 East Fernbank Ave and scheduled a public hearing for September 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM. It also approved discussion of a public hearing for area variances at 6 Euclid Ave.

• Variance for two additional parking spaces at 6 Euclid Ave withdrawn (no vote required)
• Motion to close Dan Robins' non‑attached ADU variance request passed (aye)
• Accepted Chuck Furman's application for 15 East Fernbank Ave; public hearing set for Sep 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM (aye, seconded)
• Approved discussion of public hearing for area variances at 6 Euclid Ave (aye)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will review a site plan amendment for a 1,325 sq. ft. porte cochere at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. The board will also hold a discussion regarding zoning and subdivision regulations for battery energy storage systems.

• Possible action to approve a 1,325 sq. ft. porte cochere at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Ave, Delmar (SPA 226 A1)
• Discussion #23 on Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems

The board approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting with a 3‑to‑0 vote. It then approved a Site Plan Amendment (SPA 226 A1) for a 1,325‑sq‑ft porte‑cochère at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85/111 Elm Ave, by unanimous vote. The amendment requires removal of a “Not for Construction” note and is subject to standard conditions. No public comments were received on the project.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for Bethlehem Lutheran Church porte cochere (unanimous)
• Recorded that the Albany County Planning Board meeting was cancelled and staff recommendation was considered

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will vote on hiring a contractor for the Town Hall window replacement project and adding stop signs at a Daniel Street intersection. The board will also consider hiring a new deputy assessor and setting a public hearing for a cable franchise agreement renewal.

• Hire S&L Specialty Contracting for Town Hall window replacement ($1,077,000)
• Add stop signs on Daniel Street at Trumpeter Place
• Hire Dustin Bleau as Deputy Assessor ($59,074)
• Set public hearing for Spectrum franchise agreement renewal
• Award construction administration services to CHA ($102,840)

The Board voted 4‑0 to reappoint Laurie Lambertson as Town Assessor for a term beginning Oct 1 2025 and ending Sep 30 2031. It also approved Dustin Bleau as Deputy Assessor at an annual salary of $59,074, and hired Samson A. Mozer as a seasonal lifeguard at $16.50 per hour, each vote unanimous. The public hearing on adding stop signs at Daniel Street and Trumpeter Place was closed unanimously.

• Reappointed Laurie Lambertson as Assessor (6‑year term Oct 1 2025‑Sep 30 2031) – vote 4‑0
• Appointed Dustin Bleau as Deputy Assessor, salary $59,074, effective Sep 8 2025 – vote 4‑0
• Approved Samson A. Mozer as seasonal lifeguard ($16.50/hr) – vote 4‑0
• Closed public hearing on adding stop signs at Daniel St & Trumpeter Place – unanimous

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Development Planning Committee will consider a public hearing on the renewal of the Spectrum franchise agreement. It will adopt resolutions to use capital‑reserve funds for the Town Hall window replacement and for engineering services for a truck scale at the compost facility. The board will also approve a $1,077,000 contract for the window replacement, a $59,074 salary for a new Deputy Assessor, and the addition of stop signs on Daniel Street at Trumpeter Place.

• Add stop signs on Daniel Street at its north and south approaches to Trumpeter Place
• Approve Deputy Assessor position with annual salary of $59,074
• Authorize use of up to $1,250,000 from the General Fund Capital Reserve for the Town Hall Window Replacement Project
• Award Bethlehem Town Hall Window Replacement Contract to S&L Specialty Contracting, Inc. for $1,077,000
• Approve construction administration services with CHA for $102,840

The Board voted 4‑0 to reappoint Laurie Lambertson as Assessor for a term from Oct. 1, 2025 to Sept. 30, 2031. It also approved the appointment of Dustin Bleau as Deputy Assessor at an annual salary of $59,074 (4‑0) and approved seasonal lifeguard Samson A. Mozer at $16.50 per hour (4‑0). The public hearing on adding stop signs at Daniel Street and Trumpeter Place was closed unanimously.

• Reappointed Laurie Lambertson as Assessor (4‑0)
• Appointed Dustin Bleau as Deputy Assessor, $59,074 salary (4‑0)
• Approved seasonal lifeguard Samson A. Mozer, $16.50 hourly (4‑0)
• Closed public hearing on Daniel Street stop‑sign amendment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Aug. 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss Dan Robins' request for an area variance to add a detached accessory apartment at 6 Euclid Ave, which does not meet the town zoning under Article VIII, Section 128-73. The Board will also consider scheduling a public hearing for Chuck Furman's addition request at 15 East Fernbank Ave, which does not meet zoning under Article XIII, Section 128-100. Routine agenda items include approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting and setting the next board meeting for September 3, 2025.

• Dan Robins – 6 Euclid Ave – discussion of area variance for a detached accessory apartment (Article VIII, Section 128-73)
• Chuck Furman – 15 East Fernbank Ave – application to construct an addition, request to set a public hearing (Article XIII, Section 128-100)
• Public hearing comment deadline: written comments must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting
• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 ZBA meeting
• Adjournment and scheduling of the next ZBA meeting on September 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM

The board held a public hearing on Dan Robins' request for a detached accessory apartment and parking at 6 Euclid Avenue. Members reviewed the planning board’s comments and debated possible conditions such as banked parking and complaint thresholds. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal decision was recorded, leaving the application pending.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will discuss a Zoning Board of Appeals request for an area variance to allow three residential units on the 50 Adams Place property, which is currently limited to two units. The board will also hear an initial presentation for a 1,325‑sq‑ft porte‑cochere addition to Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 85 Elm Ave. Minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting will be approved, and a brief public comment period will be held.

• Review ZBA area variance request for 50 Adams Place, Delmar – to permit three residential units (Application 25-01000006)
• Initial site‑plan amendment presentation for a 1,325 sq ft porte‑cochere at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Ave, Delmar (Application 24-01500002)
• Approve minutes from the August 5, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Public comment period (10 minutes) on agenda items
• Adjournment of the meeting

The board approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting with a vote of three in favor and one abstention. The board also decided it will not take any action on the ZBA request for an area variance for 50 Adams Place, which seeks to allow three residential units instead of two.

• Approved August 5 minutes (3-0, 1 abstain)
• No action on 50 Adams Place area variance recommendation (no vote)

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters. After the executive session, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn that session. Finally, the Board unanimously adjourned the special meeting at 5:53 p.m.

• Adjourn to executive session (5-0)
• Adjourn executive session (5-0)
• Adjourn special meeting (5-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will vote on several capital expenditures, including a $90,000 police vehicle purchase and a $1,250,000 window replacement for Town Hall. It will also approve contracts for audit services, construction administration, and police fleet conversion. Additional items include easement approvals and design services for roadway improvements.

• Approve purchase of a Ford E-450 Cutaway chassis for the Police Department, not to exceed $90,000 from the General Fund Capital Reserves
• Authorize up to $1,250,000 from the General Fund Capital Reserve for the Town Hall Window Replacement Project
• Approve construction administration services with CHA for $102,840
• Award the Bethlehem Police Department vehicle fleet conversion and equipment installation bid to LaRosa’s Automotive of Schenectady
• Accept the Comptroller’s proposal for independent audit services from BST & Co. CPAs, LLP covering 2025‑2029

The Board convened and Supervisor VanLuven delivered ten announcements covering a pool rescue, park concerts, a September 9 shoreline‑stabilization information session funded by a $184,000 state grant, newly restored tennis courts, Climate Smart Community Silver certification, hunting and deer‑management license sales, an ice‑cream social, emergency‑warning system updates, zoning draft availability, and website notifications. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. A public comment was heard from Michael Carey raising concerns about alleged abuses, but no response or decision was entered.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board voted to adjourn to an executive session, then to adjourn that executive session, and finally to adjourn the special meeting. Each motion was approved by a 5-0 vote of all members present.

• Adjourn to executive session (5-0)
• Adjourn executive session (5-0)
• Adjourn special meeting (5-0)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a proposed electrical substation replacement and consider a recommendation for a banked parking accessory apartment. The meeting will also include the approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation replacement at 25 Mason Rd
• Possible action on recommendation for 6 Euclid Avenue banked parking accessory apartment
• Approval of July 1 and July 15, 2025 Planning Board minutes
• Discussion of 3.875 MW solar facility at 57 South Albany Rd (from prior meeting)
• Public comment period for pending agenda items

The Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 1 and July 15, 2025 meetings. A motion to waive the reading and open the public hearing for the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation project was also approved unanimously. No substantive decisions on the substation project were made during the hearing.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to waive reading and open public hearing for Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed replacement and enlargement of the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation at 25 Mason Rd (Site Plan & Special Use Permit Application 24-01400002). It will also consider a possible recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance allowing two banked parking spaces for a detached accessory apartment at 6 Euclid Avenue (ZBA Area Variance Application 25-01000004). Minutes from the July 1 and July 15 meetings will be approved, and standard public comment time will be provided.

• Public Hearing – Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation, 25 Mason Rd – Site Plan & Special Use Permit (Application 24-01400002)
• Public Hearing – Additional information items for the same substation project
• Action Item – 6 Euclid Avenue, Delmar – Banked Parking (2 spaces) for a proposed detached accessory apartment – ZBA variance (Application 25-01000004)
• Minutes Approval – Review and approve minutes from July 1, 2025 and July 15, 2025 meetings
• Public Participation – 10‑minute comment period for agenda items

The Board approved the meeting minutes from July 1 and July 15, each with a unanimous vote. A motion to waive the reading and open the public hearing for the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation was also passed unanimously. No substantive decisions on the substation project were made during this meeting.

• Approved July 1 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Waived reading and opened public hearing on Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two area variance applications: a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail and a side‑yard setback at 37 Albin Road. It will also hear a request from Jenna Giacone to have the Planning Board assist with the 50 Adams Place variance application. The meeting includes public comment procedures, application reviews, and a resolution vote on the two variances.

• Resolution A – Area variance 25-01000005 for a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail
• Resolution B – Area variance 25-01000007 for a side‑yard setback at 37 Albin Road
• Information item – Zoning Board request to Planning Board to review 50 Adams Place (Area Variance 25-01000006)
• Public hearings – opportunity for written or verbal comments on pending applications

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will consider scheduling a public hearing for an electrical substation replacement and discuss zoning law updates. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Schedule public hearing for Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation replacement
• Approve minutes from June 17, 2025 meeting
• Discuss zoning law and subdivision regulation updates
• Public comment period for pending agenda items
• Review Pioneer Bank redevelopment project from previous meeting

The Planning Board approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑to‑0 vote. It set a public hearing for the Niagara Mohawk Elsmere Substation special‑use permit on August 5, 2025. The July 1, 2025 minutes were deferred for consideration at a future meeting.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Aug 5, 2025 on Niagara Mohawk substation
• Deferred July 1, 2025 minutes to a future meeting

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Town Board approved the settlement of a tax certiorari proceeding for the three‑family building at 420 Kenwood Ave, reducing the 2024 assessment roll from $355,000 to $300,000. The motion passed unanimously (5‑0). The Board also voted to enter executive session, to adjourn that session, and to adjourn the special meeting, each with unanimous approval.

• Approved tax settlement reducing 2024 assessment to $300,000 (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the special meeting (5-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will discuss several personnel appointments and budget modifications. The meeting focuses heavily on the Delaware Avenue Complete Streets Project, including contract awards and state funding agreements.

• Awarding the Delaware Avenue Complete Streets Project to Peter Luizzi & Bros Contracting, Inc.
• Authorization of a $2,814,000 agreement for the roadway resurfacing portion of the Delaware Avenue Complete Streets Project
• Proposal with CHA Consulting for $81,500 for chemical bulk storage tank replacement at Clapper Road Water Treatment Plant
• Appointment of Marcella A. Rockwell as Police Records Clerk with an annual salary of $46,118.00
• Appointment of Nancy Koszyk as Program Assistant in Senior Services with an annual salary of $43,904

The Board approved the appointment of Jonathan Rice as Sewer Treatment Plant Operator. It also approved Marcella A. Rockwell as Police Records Clerk with an annual salary of $46,118. Additionally, Nancy Koszyk was appointed as a Program Assistant in the Senior Services Department with an annual salary of $43,904. All three motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Appointed Jonathan Rice as Sewer Treatment Plant Operator (5-0)
• Appointed Marcella A. Rockwell as Police Records Clerk, $46,118 salary (5-0)
• Appointed Nancy Koszyk as Senior Services Program Assistant, $43,904 salary (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and discuss three pending variance requests. Applicants seek a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail, a three‑unit multifamily building at 50 Adams Place, and an addition at 37 Albin Road. Each proposal is noted as not meeting the applicable town zoning article sections.

• 101 Iroquois Trail – variance for a six‑foot fence (Article VI, Section 128‑47)
• 50 Adams Place – variance for a three‑unit apartment (Article XII, Section 128‑100)
• 37 Albin Road – variance for an addition (Article XIII, Section 128‑100)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold an initial presentation on the Albany Road Solar/Seaboard Solar 3.875 MW ground‑mount solar PV project and consider a Type 1 SEQR preliminary classification and coordinated review. The agenda item includes the Special Use Permit/Site Plan Application 25‑01500001 and Minor Subdivision Application 25‑00300003 for the 96.5‑acre parcel at 57 South Albany Road/CR 54. The Board will also hear an informational presentation on a proposed redevelopment of an existing trucking terminal at 37 Frontage Road, Glenmont. No final actions are noted on the agenda.

• Initial presentation and possible SEQR Type 1 classification for 3.875 MW solar PV project at 57 South Albany Rd (Special Use Permit/Site Plan 25‑01500001, Subdivision 25‑00300003)
• Discussion of access road design, highway work permit, and wetland mitigation for the solar site
• Review of tree removal, stormwater pollution prevention plan, and decommissioning plan requirements for the solar project
• Information presentation on redevelopment of trucking terminal at 37 Frontage Road, Glenmont (Site Plan Application 25‑00100003)
• Public comment period limited to matters on the agenda

The Bethlehem Planning Board met on July 1, 2025 with a quorum and no public comments. Members reviewed the Albany Road Solar LLC/Seaboard Solar 3.875 MW solar facility application, including wetlands impacts, access‑road design, and utility easements. The discussion covered technical and regulatory concerns, but no vote or formal action was taken.

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will review several items, including a contract extension for debris transport, two memoranda of understanding for public‑safety communications and environmental projects, and multiple resolutions authorizing funding for the Bethlehem Priority Corridors Sidewalk Replacement and Installation Project. Additional agenda items cover an audit report, a workday resolution for officials, a hazard‑mitigation plan adoption, and a road‑maintenance agreement. All approvals are subject to standard procedures and, for the sidewalk project, a permissive referendum.

• Approve a one‑year extension of the C&D Debris Transport and Disposal contract with Robert Wright Disposal, including CPI‑based price increases and optional extensions.
• Authorize Supervisor David VanLuven to sign an MOU with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office to join the Albany County Interoperable Communications Radio Network.
• Authorize the Town Supervisor to sign an MOU with Bethlehem Environmental Commons (BeECO) to support the Historic Heath Farm Initiative and other environmental projects.
• Authorize use of up to $912,940 from the General Fund Capital Reserve for engineering design and right‑of‑way services for the Bethlehem Priority Corridors Sidewalk Replacement and Installation Project, pending a permissive referendum.
• Authorize a $868,000 contract with Creighton Manning Engineering for engineering design services for the same sidewalk project, pending a permissive referendum.

The Town Board unanimously approved the appointment of Joanna Nunziato as Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics effective July 1, 2025. It also approved a one‑year extension of the C&D debris transport and disposal contract with Robert Wright Disposal, adding a CPI‑based price increase and an option for up to three additional annual extensions. Finally, the Board authorized Supervisor David VanLuven to sign an agreement with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office to join the Albany County Interoperable Communications Radio Network.

• Approved appointment of Joanna Nunziato as Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (effective July 1, 2025) (5‑0)
• Approved one‑year extension of C&D Debris Transport and Disposal contract with Robert Wright Disposal, including CPI‑based price increase and option for up to three annual extensions (5‑0)
• Authorized Supervisor David VanLuven to enter agreement with Albany County Sheriff’s Office for participation in the Albany County Interoperable Communications Radio Network (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from June 11, 2025 (unanimous) (5‑0)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider three variance applications: a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail, a three‑unit multifamily project at 50 Adams Place, and an addition at 37 Albin Road. The Board will also acknowledge that the Town Planning Board is the lead agency for the Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184 & 190 Delaware Avenue. Additionally, a request for advice on "banked" off‑street parking at 6 Euclid Avenue will be discussed.

• Variance request for a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail (Area Variance 25‑01000005)
• Variance request for a 3‑unit multifamily building at 50 Adams Place (Area Variance 25‑01000006)
• Variance request for an addition at 37 Albin Road (Area Variance 25‑01000007)
• Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184 & 190 Delaware Ave, Planning Board designated lead agency
• Request for advice on "banked" parking at 6 Euclid Ave under Zoning Law 128‑56(H)

The board approved three variance requests: a six‑foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail, a three‑unit apartment at 50 Adams Place, and an addition at 37 Albin Road. All three approvals were unanimous. Two items were tabled: acknowledgment that the Planning Board will lead the Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184‑190 Delaware Ave, and a request for assistance on “banked” parking at 6 Euclid Ave. The board also accepted the June 4 minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved six‑foot fence variance at 101 Iroquois Trail (unanimous)
• Approved three‑unit apartment variance at 50 Adams Place (unanimous)
• Approved addition variance at 37 Albin Road (unanimous)
• Tabled acknowledgment that Planning Board will lead Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184‑190 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled request for Planning Board assistance on “banked” parking at 6 Euclid Ave (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from June 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider scheduling public hearings for three area variance requests. The board will also discuss the Pioneer Bank redevelopment and a request regarding banked parking.

• Proposed 3-unit apartment at 50 Adams Pl (Area Variance 25-01000006)
• Proposed six-foot fence at 101 Iroquois Trail (Area Variance 25-01000005)
• Proposed addition at 37 Albin Road (Area Variance 25-01000007)
• Pioneer Bank Redevelopment at 184 & 190 Delaware Ave
• Banked parking request for 6 Euclid Ave

The Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals approved three area variance applications—101 Iroquois Trail, 50 Adams Place, and 37 Albin Road—by unanimous vote. Two discussion items, the Pioneer Bank redevelopment acknowledgment and a request for assistance on "banked" parking, were tabled unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the June 4 meeting and adjourned the session.

• Approved variance for 101 Iroquois Trail (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 50 Adams Place (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 37 Albin Road (unanimous)
• Tabled acknowledgment that Planning Board will lead Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184 & 190 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled request for Planning Board assistance on "banked" parking at 6 Euclid Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 4, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the June 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will discuss updates to zoning laws regarding incentive zoning and hold a public hearing for a Pioneer Bank redevelopment project at 184 Delaware Ave. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Pioneer Bank redevelopment at 184 Delaware Ave
• Discussion on incentive zoning updates
• Approval of May 20, 2025, and June 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public comment period for pending projects
• Next meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025

The Planning Board unanimously approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the June 3, 2025 minutes by a 3‑to‑0 vote. A motion to open the public hearing for the 184 & 190 Delaware Avenue redevelopment was passed unanimously. No substantive approvals or denials for the project were made.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Opened public hearing on 184 & 190 Delaware Ave redevelopment (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will review several personnel appointments and professional service contracts. A significant portion of the meeting focuses on the design and construction phases of the Wemple Road Culvert Replacement Project.

• Authorization of up to $1,313,400 from the Highway Fund Capital Reserve Fund for the Wemple Road Culvert Replacement Project
• Contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for $264,000 for Wemple Road Culvert design services
• Supplemental agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for $39,000 for the Zoning Update project
• Agreement with Creighton Manning Engineering for $19,000 for road speed limit sign assessment
• Appointment of Stephanie Parker as Telecommunicator with an annual salary of $50,012

The June 11 regular meeting opened with a pledge of allegiance and eight supervisor announcements about park events, the pool complex reopening, tennis court resurfacing, Pride activities, historic preservation, zoning updates, and notification sign‑ups. The board members shared community event information and discussed the Glenmont Job Corps closure and World Refugee Awareness Day. No motions, votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Dan Robins to build a detached accessory apartment and parking at 6 Euclid Ave. The proposal seeks variances because town zoning requires accessory apartments to be attached to the main dwelling and the project is two parking spaces short of the required four.

• Public hearing for area variances (25-01000004) at 6 Euclid Ave for a detached accessory apartment
• Review of a contractor proposal from RSF Construction And Remodeling LLC for a 25x25 addition at 6 Euclid Ave estimated between $187,500.00 and $250,000.00
• Approval of minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting

The board conducted a public hearing on Dan Robins' request for a detached accessory apartment and parking at 6 Euclid Avenue. Members discussed required area variances for parking, lot occupancy and side‑yard setbacks, as well as cost and feasibility issues. No vote or formal decision was recorded during the meeting.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider a redevelopment project at 184 and 190 Delaware Ave involving a new bank and restaurant. The board will also discuss updates to subdivision regulations.

• Proposed 2,421 sq. ft. restaurant with drive-thru at 184 Delaware Ave
• Proposed 2,175 sq. ft. bank with drive-thru at 190 Delaware Ave
• Lot line revision between 184 and 190 Delaware Ave
• Possible scheduling of a public hearing for June 17, 2025
• Discussion on Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates #20

The Board approved the Planning Board minutes from May 6, 2025 with a unanimous vote. No permits, variances, or other actions on the 184 & 190 Delaware Avenue redevelopment were decided. The May 20, 2025 minutes will be considered at a future meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Board voted to end the executive session at 5:58 p.m., with the motion offered by Councilmember Schnurr and seconded by Councilmember Becker. A second motion to adjourn the special meeting was approved at 6:02 p.m., offered by Councilmember DeCancio and seconded by Councilmember Schnurr. Both motions passed with the approval of all members present.

• Adjourned executive session (unanimous approval)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous approval)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding a 2025 Microenterprise Program grant application. The board is also reviewing requests for police vehicle and firearm upgrades, as well as utility easements at the Rockefeller Pump Station.

• Public hearing on 2025 Microenterprise Program grant application to NYS Office of Homes and Community Renewal
• Purchase of one 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee for Police Department for $48,971.37
• Purchase of upgraded firearms with MRDS systems for $16,202.16 after a $12,285.00 trade-in
• Temporary easement and Use Agreement at 43 Rockefeller Rd. for Niagara Mohawk Power Corp and Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc.
• MOU with Capital District Transportation Authority for CDPHP Cycle! bike sharing (2025-2027)

The May 28, 2025 Town Board meeting was convened by Supervisor David VanLuven. The agenda consisted of announcements, public comments, and discussion of a tree resolution, but no motions were voted on or approved. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Dan Robins to build a detached accessory apartment and additional parking at 6 Euclid Ave. The proposal seeks area variances because it does not meet town zoning requirements for location and parking.

• Public hearing for Dan Robins - 6 Euclid Ave (Area Variances 25-01000004)
• Discussion of Dan Robins - 6 Euclid Ave application
• Approval of May 7, 2025 ZBA meeting minutes
• Approval of April 16, 2025 ZBA meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals met with a quorum of four members and approved a motion to indent the public hearing into the notice and minutes. The board heard a public hearing for Dan Robins' accessory dwelling application, but no decision on the application was made. Howard Vargas was noted as excused.

• Approved motion to indent public hearing into notice and minutes (passed)
• Quorum confirmed with four board members present
• Recorded Howard Vargas as excused from the meeting

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider several pending projects. It may act on a conditional site‑plan approval for Luizzi Companies’ 20,000 SF commercial building at 196 Maple Ave (Site Plan Application 23‑00100013). It will also review a SEQR Negative Declaration and site‑plan amendment for Benderson Development’s proposed 6,240 SF expansion of 380 Feura Bush Rd, demolition of 18,176 SF at 388 Feura Bush Rd, a 49‑stall parking lot for a Trader Joe’s grocery store, and reapproval of a drive‑up bank ATM kiosk (SPA 60 A19 and SPA 60 A18).

• Luizzi Companies – update on occupancy of existing 20,000 SF commercial building (Building #3) by United Rentals; possible action on conditional site‑plan approval (Site Plan Application 23‑00100013).
• Benderson Development – SEQR Negative Declaration for 6,240 SF expansion of 380 Feura Bush Rd, demolition of 18,176 SF at 388 Feura Bush Rd, and 49‑stall parking lot for Trader Joe’s (SPA 60 A19).
• Benderson Development – Site‑plan amendment reapproval of drive‑up bank ATM kiosk (SPA 60 A18) (Site Plan Amendment Application 24‑01500005).
• Benderson Development – Site‑plan amendment for the same 6,240 SF expansion and parking lot (SPA 60 A19).
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings (March 18, April 1, April 15, May 6, 2025).

The Planning Board voted to approve the minutes from the March 18, April 1 and April 15 meetings. The March 18 minutes passed with a 3‑0 vote and one abstention; the April 1 and April 15 minutes were approved unanimously. The May 6, 2025 minutes were not acted on and will be considered at a future meeting.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (3‑0, 1 abstention)
• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of May 6, 2025 minutes to a future meeting

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider site plan applications for a United Rentals building and a Trader Joe's expansion at Glenmont Plaza. The board will also discuss zoning district map updates.

• Approval of Planning Board minutes from March, April, and May 2025
• Project update for United Rentals at 196 Maple Ave (20,000SF)
• Site plan amendment for Trader Joe's at 380 Feura Bush Rd (6,240SF expansion)
• Discussion on zoning district map updates
• Public comment period for pending applications

The board voted to approve the March 18, 2025 minutes (3-0), the April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous), and the April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous). The May 6, 2025 minutes were set to be considered at a future meeting. No other actions were decided during this session.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of May 6, 2025 minutes

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will discuss several funding resolutions and state agreements for the Delaware Avenue Complete Streets Project. The meeting also includes votes on personnel appointments, budget modifications, and a proposal to purchase a new grapple truck.

• Authorization of up to $5.92 million from General Fund Capital Reserve and $1 million from Water Fund Capital Reserve for the Delaware Ave Complete Streets Project
• Proposal to purchase a Highway Department grapple truck not to exceed $205,765
• Engineering services proposal from CHA Consulting for $183,600 for New Scotland Road watermain replacement
• Promotion of Rico Fiore to Detective at an annual salary of $100,338
• Public hearing scheduled for May 28, 2025, regarding the 2025 Microenterprise Program grant application

The Town Board meeting featured eleven supervisor announcements covering community events, environmental projects, and public safety recognitions. A public comment period was held, during which a resident raised concerns about the New York State Justice Center. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were documented in the minutes.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals will review Dan Robins’ application for a detached accessory apartment and parking at 6 Euclid Ave. The proposal does not meet Town Zoning Article VIII Section 128‑73 and Article VI Section 128‑56, so the board may consider area variances. The meeting also includes routine public‑hearing procedures and approval of the April 16 minutes.

• Review Dan Robins’ application for a detached accessory apartment at 6 Euclid Ave (Area Variance 25‑01000004)
• Assess compliance with Article VIII Section 128‑73 (accessory apartments) and Article VI Section 128‑56 (off‑street parking)
• Consider scheduling a public hearing for the 6 Euclid Ave application
• Accept written and verbal public comments submitted by 3:00 p.m. Tuesday before the meeting
• Approve minutes from the April 16, 2025 Zoning Board meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Dan Robins’ request for a detached accessory apartment and parking spots at 6 Euclid Ave, even though the proposal does not meet Town Zoning Article VIII, §128‑73 and Article VI, §128‑56. The approval was unanimous. The board also unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 16 meeting and approved adjournment.

• Approved Dan Robins accessory apartment and parking variance (unanimous)
• Accepted April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting adjournment (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will vote on a 180‑day extension of the site‑plan approval for 895 Delaware Avenue, which includes apartments, a dance studio, a roofing office and a new garage. It will also consider a one‑year extension of the Special Use Permit for the 5 MW solar farm at 354 South Albany Road, along with a site‑plan amendment and SEQR negative declaration for that project. An update on the 90‑unit senior housing proposal at 152 Rockefeller Road will be discussed, and the board will review zoning and subdivision regulation updates.

• 895 Delaware Ave – request for two 90‑day (180‑day) extension of site‑plan approval (SPA 321) for apartments, dance studio, roofing office and garage
• Selkirk Solar, 354 South Albany Rd – request for one‑year extension of Special Use Permit SUP 63 for 5 MW solar farm
• Selkirk Solar – site‑plan amendment (SPA 301 A1) and SEQR negative declaration for the solar facility
• 152 Rockefeller Rd – update on proposed 3‑story, 90‑unit senior housing project (Site Plan App 23‑00100012)
• Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates Discussion #19 – cluster/conservation subdivision incentives

The board approved two 90‑day time extensions for the 895 Delaware Avenue project. It also approved a one‑year extension for Selkirk Solar’s special use permit, adopted the SEQR classification with a negative declaration, and approved the site‑plan amendment for the Selkirk Solar farm. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved two 90‑day extensions for 895 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year time extension for Selkirk Solar special use permit (unanimous)
• Approved SEQR classification of action and negative declaration for Selkirk Solar site‑plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Selkirk Solar site‑plan amendment (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The board will hear comments on the Community Development Block Grant for the Coray Kitchen project and consider several line‑item requests, including appointing a part‑time volunteer coordinator, approving seasonal parks staff, and authorizing $19,525 from the Farms & Forest Capital Reserve for boundary surveys on Weisheit Road to support agricultural easements. It will also vote on a Home Rule request to the state legislature, adopt the Town Source Water Protection Plan, and consider a resolution urging an Albany County moratorium on biosolids use. All items are scheduled for discussion and possible approval at the April 23 meeting.

• Appointment of Liza Wolf as part‑time Volunteer Coordinator for Senior Services, effective April 23, 2025
• Approval of seasonal personnel for the Parks and Recreation Department (per attached list)
• Authorization to expend $19,525 from the Farms & Forest Capital Reserve Fund for boundary surveys and appraisals of parcels 122.00-1-1.11 and 120.00-1-2.11 on Weisheit Road
• Authorization for the Town Supervisor to sign a Home Rule Request to the State Senate (bill s04499) and State Assembly (bill a00772)
• Adoption of the Town Source Water Protection Plan as presented by the Department of Public Works

The board formally adopted a proclamation that April 29 2025 will be recognized as End Jewish Hatred Day. No vote count was recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of announcements and public comments with no other substantive actions taken.

• Adopted proclamation recognizing April 29 2025 as End Jewish Hatred Day (no vote tally recorded)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will meet to approve seasonal personnel, appoint a volunteer coordinator, and discuss the Source Water Protection Plan. The board will also hold a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant funds and consider a resolution regarding biosolids.

• Authorize $19,525 for land surveys on Weisheit Road
• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant funds
• Adopt Source Water Protection Plan
• Resolution on biosolids and fertilizers
• Authorize Home Rule Request to state legislature

The April 23, 2025 meeting featured eight community announcements, public comments on water quality and coal ash, and recognitions of volunteers and End Jewish Hatred Day. No formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting on April 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The agenda includes public hearings for written and verbal comments on pending applications, review of applications and possible scheduling of future hearings, consideration of resolutions, discussion of possible actions, and approval of the minutes from the April 2 meeting. No specific applications are listed in the agenda.

• Public hearings on pending zoning applications
• Review of applications and possible public hearing scheduling
• Consideration of resolutions
• Discussion/Possible Action
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously approved the adjournment of the April 16, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted minutes from April 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of April 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will consider seven action items, including extensions, site‑plan amendments, and permit approvals for projects at West Yard Road, Delaware Avenue, River Road, and Catherine Street. Several items involve possible approvals for a 60,000 sq ft building and related parking at the Gateway Commerce Center Phase 2 in Selkirk. The board will also discuss a special use permit and site‑plan approval for an accessory apartment in Delmar. Public comment is limited to matters on the agenda.

• Possible 180‑day time extension for start and completion of a 114,675 sq ft warehouse at 200 West Yard Road, Feura Bush – Site Plan Application 23‑00100002 (McNeary Inc / BBL Construction Services).
• Possible approval of Site Plan Amendment (SPA 250 A1) for façade changes at 232 Delaware Ave, Delmar – DB Real Estate Assets II, LLC (Dunkin’ Donuts).
• Possible approval of a 2‑lot minor subdivision (SUB 293) and Site Plan (SPA 338) for a 60,000 sq ft building, gravel laydown area, and 60 parking spaces at 1353‑1381 River Road, Selkirk – BBL Construction Services LLC (Gateway Commerce Center Phase 2).
• Possible approval of Special Use Permit (SUP 76) for an accessory apartment at 3 Catherine St, Delmar – Rinefierd.
• Possible approval of Site Plan (SPA 339) for an accessory apartment at 3 Catherine St, Delmar – Rinefierd.

The board unanimously approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a 180‑day time extension for the 200 West Yard Road warehouse project. Finally, the board approved the site‑plan amendment for the Dunkin' Donuts at 232 Delaware Avenue, allowing façade improvements and related changes. Minutes from March 18 and April 1, 2025 will be considered at a future meeting.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 180‑day time extension for 200 West Yard Road warehouse (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for Dunkin' Donuts at 232 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of March 18 and April 1, 2025 minutes to a future meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several financial and staffing requests, including a $50,000 state grant for police mobile data terminals and a $50,000 grant for resurfacing tennis courts. Other items involve appointing members to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, reassigning a facility manager stipend, and authorizing agreements for easements, path projects, and advanced life support services.

• Approve $50,000 NY State grant for police Mobile Data Terminals
• Authorize $50,000 grant for resurfacing tennis courts 1‑4 at Elm Avenue Park
• Reassign Facility Manager stipend to Commissioner of Public Works
• Accept All Purpose Easement from SolaREIT1 LLC for asphalt turnaround off Anders Lane
• Authorize $1,656,726.18 agreement with Albany County for Advanced Life Support Services

The board approved the appointment of five members to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. It also approved seasonal personnel for Parks and Recreation, reassigned the Facility Manager's stipend to the Commissioner of Public Works, and adopted a resolution to fly the POW/MIA flag at Town Hall in May 2025. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Nicole Cheplowitz, Oliver Holmes, Jennifer Livingston, Dr. Elizabeth Vasquez, and Jean Kerr to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee (4-0)
• Approved seasonal personnel for the Parks and Recreation Department (4-0)
• Reassigned the Facility Manager's stipend to the Commissioner of Public Works, effective March 14, 2025 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution to display the POW/MIA flag at Town Hall during May 2025 (4-0)
• Approved the minutes from March 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and review pending applications. It will consider a resolution to grant a use variance to Pitt Ohio for redeveloping a trucking terminal at 37 Frontage Road, Glenmont. The Board will also approve the minutes from the March 19 meeting.

• Public hearing procedures and comment submission guidelines
• Review of pending zoning applications
• Resolution to grant use variance (24-01000021) for 37 Frontage Road, Glenmont (Pitt Ohio)
• Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting
• Possible scheduling of future public hearings

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously accepted the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. The Board also unanimously approved the adjournment of the April 2 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting adjournment (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will review a possible action on a site‑plan waiver to convert a residence at 378 Kenwood Ave, Delmar into office space for Weichert Realtors. The board will also discuss a lot‑line revision for the Criswood Subdivision at 644 and 648 Elm Ave, Selkirk. Standard agenda items include public comments and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Site‑plan waiver for 378 Kenwood Ave, Delmar – conversion of a residence to office space for Weichert Realtors (DPF Development Corp/Donald Fontaine) – Site Plan Application 25-00100001
• Lot‑line revision for Criswood Subdivision at 644 & 648 Elm Ave, Selkirk – initial presentation of proposed lot‑line change between two existing residential properties – Subdivision Application 25-01100001

The Board approved a site‑plan waiver allowing the conversion of 378 Kenwood Avenue from a residence to office space. The motion to sign the waiver letter passed with all members voting aye. Earlier, the Board also approved the minutes from the January 21, February 4, and March 4 meetings. Minutes from February 18 and March 18 were deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Jan 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Feb 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Mar 4, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Granted site‑plan waiver for 378 Kenwood Ave (all aye)
• Deferred Feb 18 & Mar 18, 2025 minutes to future meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will vote on several line‑item requests, including appointing a Senior Economic Developer and a part‑time pool clerk, awarding 2025 Materials Bids Contracts, approving an amendment to the Inter‑Municipal Agreement with New Scotland, transferring $799,776 of ARPA funds from the Olympic pool to the General Fund Capital Reserves, and authorizing purchases of multiple dump trucks for the Highway and Parks Departments. The board will also discuss a proposed local law on biosolids and sludge use restrictions.

• Appointment of Brianne Conner as Senior Economic Developer, effective March 31, 2025
• Award of the 2025 Materials Bids Contracts by the Commissioner of Public Works
• Amendment #5 to the Inter‑Municipal Agreement with the Town of New Scotland for the Heldervale Sewer District
• Transfer of $799,776 of ARPA funding from the Olympic pool to the General Fund Capital Reserves
• Purchase of two Ford F‑550 dump trucks with snow plows and sander bodies for the Highway Department

The Board met on March 26, 2025, and the Supervisor delivered seven announcements covering health vaccination, park events, compost sale, Cherry Avenue Extension path construction, a pending lease vote for historic Heath Farm, zoning updates, and notification sign‑up. Council members made remarks on senior services, local sports, road safety, and brain injury awareness. Public comments were heard from residents on the Heath Farm initiative, water‑quality concerns, and other matters. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will consider a proposed local law regarding biosolids and sludge use restrictions. The meeting includes requests for personnel appointments, contract awards, and the purchase of three dump trucks.

• Proposed Local Law establishing biosolids and sludge use restrictions to Chapter 97 of the Town Code
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford F-550 dump trucks using the Highway Department operating budget
• Purchase of one Ford F-350 dump truck using Highway Fund Capital Reserves
• Purchase of one F-550 dump truck for the Parks Department using General Fund Capital Reserves
• Transfer of $799,776 in ARPA funding for the Olympic pool to General Fund Capital Reserves

Supervisor VanLuven opened the regular Town Board meeting and delivered seven announcements covering measles vaccination, the Summer Park Playbook, a compost and rain barrel sale, the Cherry Avenue Extension multi‑use path funded by a $1.5 million state grant, a pending lease vote for the historic Heath Farm, upcoming zoning law updates, and how to sign up for town notifications. The board then heard public comments from residents on the Heath Farm initiative, water‑quality concerns at the Clapper Road filtration plant, and other community issues. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on March 19, 2025 to consider a possible resolution approving an expansion on a non‑conforming use (Use Variance 24‑01000021) for Pitt Ohio at 37 Frontage Road. The agenda also includes review of pending applications, possible scheduling of public hearings, and approval of minutes from the March 5 meeting. Members of the public may submit written comments on pending applications by 3:00 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting.

• Possible action to approve resolution for Pitt Ohio expansion (Use Variance 24‑01000021) at 37 Frontage Rd
• Review of applications and possible scheduling of public hearings
• Approval of minutes from the March 5, 2025 ZBA meeting
• Public comment submission deadline: 3:00 p.m. Tuesday before the meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance allowing the redevelopment of the trucking terminal at 37 Frontage Road in Glenmont. The variance was granted unanimously and is subject to site‑plan approval by the Planning Board and compliance with town code timelines. The Board also unanimously approved the March 5 meeting minutes and the meeting adjournment.

• Granted use variance for 37 Frontage Rd trucking terminal (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will approve minutes from previous meetings, allow a brief public comment period, and hold a discussion on updates to the Zoning Law and Subdivision Regulation, focusing on the zoning district map. No specific rezoning proposals or contracts are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes for Dec 17, 2024 and Jan 7, 2025 (and other dates to be considered later)
• Public Participation / Comments – 10‑minute comment period on pending agenda items
• Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates Discussion #18 – Zoning District Map
• New Business (no specific items listed)
• Adjournment

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several personnel promotions and appointments, approve budget transfers for the 2024 adopted budget, and authorize a contract with Recycle Coach for a web and mobile app. The board will also discuss a draft bylaw that would restrict the use of biosolids and sludge. All items are presented for board approval at the March 12, 2025 meeting.

• Promotion of Adam H. Cobb to Detective Sergeant with an annual salary of $101,458
• Promotion of Caitlyn Krage to Detective Sergeant with an annual salary of $101,458
• Appointment of Rebecca Goldberg as Administrative Aide with an annual salary of $46,118
• Approval of budget transfers/modifications to the 2024 Adopted Budget (details attached)
• Authorization for the Town Supervisor to sign a contract with Recycle Coach for the "WGW" app package

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a resolution to approve a use variance for Pitt Ohio to expand its non‑conforming use at 37 Frontage Rd, including demolition, reduced truck bays, new employee parking, and storm‑water improvements. The proposal follows Pitt Ohio’s 2024 purchase of the property for $21.35 million and adds an estimated $13‑15 million in renovations. The board will also discuss a side‑yard setback area variance for Paul Buchanan at 53 University St. Minutes from the February 19 meeting will be approved and the next regular meeting is set for March 19, 2025.

• Pitt Ohio – 37 Frontage Rd – use variance to expand non‑conforming use; $13‑15 M additional investment; property purchased for $21.35 M in 2024
• Paul Buchanan – 53 University St – area variance for side‑yard setback (proposed 6.9 ft vs 10 ft minimum)
• Public comments on pending applications must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting
• Approval of minutes from the February 19, 2025 ZBA meeting
• Next regular ZBA meeting scheduled for March 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider a possible 90‑day time extension on a previously approved Conditional Final Plat for the Phillipin Kill Manor subdivision. The request covers 50 residential lots located on Fisher Blvd, Carrington Ct, Orchard St, and Prestwick Dr in Delmar and Slingerlands. This item appears under Action Items on the agenda.

• Phillipin Kill Manor Subdivision – request for 90‑day extension on Conditional Final Plat (SUB 291 CF) for 50 residential lots (Subdivision Application 16‑00400001)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider approving seasonal personnel, a $28,750 USTA grant, a $5,000 police equipment grant, and a $54,500 wastewater study. The board will also discuss a proposed code change to ban biosolids application and award contracts for highway commodities and activated carbon.

• Approve $28,750 USTA National grant for youth recreation
• Approve $5,000 CITGO grant for police equipment
• Approve $54,500 De-Chlorination Study at Dinmore Road Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Award contract for purchase of Powder Activated Carbon
• Consider code change to prohibit biosolids application

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider approving seasonal personnel, a $28,750 USTA grant, and a $5,000 police equipment grant. The board will also vote on a towing contract, highway commodity bids, a $54,500 wastewater study, and a proposed code change to ban biosolids.

• Approval of seasonal personnel and youth recreation contracts
• Acceptance of $28,750 USTA National grant
• Acceptance of $5,000 CITGO Petroleum grant for police equipment
• Approval of $54,500 De-Chlorination Study at Dinmore Road Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Consideration of code changes to prohibit biosolids application

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to discuss three variance requests. The board will consider requests for a home addition, a secondary main use, and the expansion of a non-conforming use.

• Paul Buchanan: Area variance for an addition at 53 University St (proposed 6.9' setback vs required 10')
• Tom Conway: Use variance for a secondary main use at 2 Queen Anne Dr
• Pitt Ohio: Use variance for expanding a non-conforming use at 37 Frontage Rd

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Board will review an initial presentation on the proposed replacement and enlargement of the Niagara Mohawk/National Grid Elsmere substation at 25 Mason Road, including a draft SEQR resolution to designate the Board as lead agency. Staff recommends classifying the action as an Unlisted SEQR action and will consider a coordinated review. A presentation on NYS DEC wetland regulations will also be discussed.

• Initial presentation & possible action on SEQR preliminary classification and lead agency coordination for replacement/enlargement of the Elsmere substation (Site Plan & Special Use Permit Application 24-01400002)
• Draft SEQR Lead Agency Coordination Resolution designating the Planning Board as lead agency and classifying the action as Unlisted
• Presentation on NYS DEC Wetland Regulations by Krista Spohr, NYSDEC Wetlands Outreach Coordinator
• Zoning Board of Appeals variance request for fence height at the substation site
• Public comment period for pending agenda items

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several financial resolutions, including fund allocations for water and sewer projects and contracts for engineering services. It will also vote on a memorandum with the police union and authorize the purchase of a forensic scanner using a state grant. Additional items include agricultural lease opportunities and a multi‑use path project.

• Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and the Police Officers' Union – Teamsters Local 294
• Authorize up to $200,000 from the Water Fund Capital Reserve Fund, subject to a permissive referendum
• Approve a $335,000 contract with CHA Consulting Inc. for engineering services for the New Salem Water Treatment Plant and Vly Creek Reservoir
• Approve up to $150,000 from the Sewer Fund Capital Reserve for Aeration Tank sediment removal and award the $115,000 contract to Wind River Environmental, LLC
• Authorize the Town Supervisor to purchase a Trimble X9 Forensic Scanner system using a $90,000 New York State grant

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance applications. It will vote on authorizing a letter of consent for National Grid’s fence request at 25 Mason Road and table that application pending further review by the Planning Board. The board will also accept applications from Paul Buchanan (53 University St) and Tom Conway (2 Queen Anne Dr) and schedule public hearings for those requests.

• National Grid – 25 Mason Road: fence variance (Area Variance 25-01000001); board to authorize consent letter and table the application
• Paul Buchanan – 53 University St: addition variance (Area Variance 25-01000002); board to accept application and set public hearing
• Tom Conway – 2 Queen Anne Dr: secondary main use variance (Use Variance 25-01000003); board to accept application and set public hearing
• Public comment procedure: written comments due by 3:00 p.m. Tuesday before the meeting; verbal comments limited to listed applications
• Meeting logistics: held at Town Hall Auditorium, broadcast live via the town website

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will review public comments, approve the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting, and consider a project update for Stewart's Shops #105 at 624 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, including approval of façade changes and a 544 sq ft addition (Site Plan Application 23‑00100003). The board will also discuss Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates Discussion #17 – Part 4, focusing on application‑review procedures. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve façade changes and a 544 sq ft addition for Stewart's Shops #105, 624 Delaware Avenue, Delmar (Site Plan Application 23‑00100003)
• Discuss Zoning Law & Subdivision Regulation Updates Discussion #17 – Part 4: Application‑Review Procedures
• Approve minutes for the November 19, 2024 Planning Board meeting
• Public comment period for pending agenda items
• Adjournment of the meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The board will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution adopting a five‑year Public Housing Authority plan for the Section 8 voucher program. It will also consider budget transfer modifications to the 2024 adopted budget, a water purchase agreement with the Albany Water Board, a lease for a DISH Wireless facility at the Elm Ave water tank, an inter‑municipal hazardous‑waste agreement, and purchases of highway vehicles and a CAM trailer.

• Adopt resolution for a 5‑year Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher PHA plan
• Approve budget transfers/modifications to the 2024 adopted budget
• Approve water purchase agreement with the Albany Water Board
• Approve lease for DISH Wireless facility at Elm Ave Water Tank (subject to referendum)
• Approve purchase of three Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles and one Jeep Grand Cherokee for $186,144.42, plus a CAM trailer for $13,331.00

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a site‑plan amendment for a new storage building for snow‑removal equipment at South Albany Airport, including rooftop solar panels. It will also review lot‑line adjustments for Millwood Estates and a conservation subdivision proposal for Kimmey Pointe. These items are presented for possible action or initial discussion.

• South Albany Airport, 6 Old School Rd, Selkirk – site‑plan amendment for storage building with rooftop solar (SPA 155 E, Application 23‑01400008)
• Millwood Estates – lot‑line adjustment at 28 Eduardo Court & 9 Vincenzo Court, Slingerlands (Application 24‑01200002)
• Millwood Estates – subdivision amendment/lot line revision SUB 234 A2 (Application 24‑01200002)
• Kimmey Pointe Residential Subdivision, 548 Elm Avenue, Selkirk – initial presentation on SEQR classification and lead‑agency coordination for 108‑home conservation subdivision (Application 24‑00400002)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will review several land use applications, including a proposal for a 108-unit residential subdivision. The board will also consider site plan amendments for a storage building and lot line adjustments in Slingerlands.

• Kimmey Pointe Residential Subdivision: Proposed 108 single family homes on 63.8 acres at 548 Elm Avenue, Selkirk
• South Albany Airport: Proposed building for snow removal equipment with rooftop solar panels at 6 Old School Rd, Selkirk
• Millwood Estates: Proposed lot line revision at 28 Eduardo Court & 9 Vincenzo Court, Slingerlands

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a request by Terminal Properties of NY LLC to expand a truck terminal at 37 Frontage Rd. The applicant seeks a use variance to modify a non-conforming site layout and infrastructure. The meeting will be held at Town Hall Auditorium.

• Public hearing scheduled for Pitt Ohio truck terminal expansion at 37 Frontage Rd
• Thomas Paonessa Jr to withdraw area variance application for 30 Westphal Dr
• Meeting held at Town Hall Auditorium, 445 Delaware Ave, Delmar
• Written comments due by 3:00 p.m. Tuesday before the meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025

Town Board - Organizational Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board meeting will set salaries for elected officials and town employees, reappoint several appointed officials, and adopt the Official Undertaking of Municipal Officers required by state law. It will also approve various fee schedules and financial policies for the coming year. The Board will consider and vote on these items during the organizational meeting.

• Set elected officials' salaries: Supervisor $141,706; Town Superintendent of Highways $122,413; Town Clerk $88,192; Receiver of Taxes $75,792; Town Justices $64,617 each; Town Board Members $18,329 each.
• Reappoint Laurie Lambertsen as Assessor for a six‑year term (Oct 1 2025 – Sep 30 2031).
• Adopt the Official Undertaking of Municipal Officers resolution for 2025.
• Approve a $20.00 processing fee for dishonored checks.
• Approve a $0.25 per page fee for copies made on Town copiers for FOIL requests.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold public hearings on two subdivision applications and one accessory apartment request, and will consider final plat approval for a subdivision. The board will also discuss updates to a proposed zoning map.

• Public hearing for accessory apartment at 3 Catherine St, Delmar
• Public hearing for 2-lot subdivision at 51 Martin Dr, Feura Bush
• Possible action on final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 51 Martin Dr
• Discussion on proposed zoning map amendment for North Street
• Initial presentation for contractor's yard at 191 River Rd, Glenmont