Colonie public meetings in 2021

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie IDA/LDC boards meet to consider a fee study recommendation and proposed fee changes, and to act on SEQRA and approving resolutions for the Crisafulli Holdings LLC project. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from officers and committees.

• Fee Study Recommendation (Memo 21-10)
• Proposed resolution regarding changes to fees
• SEQRA and approving resolutions for Crisafulli Holdings, LLC project (Memo 21-16)
• Economic impact analysis update for Crisafulli Holdings LLC (Memo 21-15)
• Approval of October 18, 2021 minutes

The IDA/LDC Board unanimously adopted a resolution to increase the application fee to $1,000 and the project fee to 1% of total project costs, following staff recommendations to remain competitive with other regional agencies. The Board also unanimously approved a COVID-19 grant program for the LDC and approved SEQRA and resolutions for the Crisafulli Holdings, LLC project (6-0, with one abstention). The CFO's financial report was accepted unanimously.

• Adopted fee increase: application fee to $1,000, project fee to 1% of project costs (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 grant program for LDC (unanimous)
• Approved SEQRA and resolutions for Crisafulli Holdings, LLC project (6-0, Blessing abstained)
• Accepted CFO's financial report (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is deciding on several resolutions, including approving a $3.63 million cost increase for the River Road Storage and Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades, bringing the total to $9.68 million. The board is also voting on a local law to extend the terms of the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk from two to four years, subject to voter approval in November 2022. Additionally, the board is considering a local law to strengthen conflict-of-interest rules for municipal officers and employees, and making several appointments to town positions.

• Approves $3,630,000 increase for River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades, total $9,680,000
• Local law to extend Town Supervisor and Town Clerk terms from 2 to 4 years, subject to referendum November 8, 2022
• Local law amending Chapter 17-4 'Conflicts of Interest' to restrict post-government employment and representation
• Appoints Matthew C. LaJoy as Code Safety Inspector (PT) at $22.61/hour, effective December 20, 2021
• Appoints Robert J. Beshaw as Law Clerk/Justice at $62,682/year, effective December 29, 2021

The Town Board adopted a local law increasing the term of office for the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk, passing 6-1 with Councilwoman Linda J. Murphy voting no. The board also approved the River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades, several collective bargaining agreements, and numerous administrative resolutions. Public hearings were held on the term-length change and a conflicts of interest amendment, with residents speaking both for and against the term proposal.

• Adopted local law increasing Town Supervisor and Town Clerk terms (6-1)
• Approved River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades (unanimous)
• Adopted conflicts of interest code amendment (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with United Public Service Employees Union, Admin Unit G (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Town of Colonie Professional Employees Alliance (5-2)
• Authorized emergency sewer repairs at 9 Fonda Rd, 31 Loudon Pkwy, 22 Surfwood Dr, and Schuyler Rd Pump Station (unanimous)
• Approved salary increases for certain town titles (5-2)
• Awarded 2022 road materials bid to Town and Country Bridge and Rail (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a new hearing regarding 107 Everett Road. The board also has an adjourned hearing on the agenda concerning properties at 44, 60, and 42 Sherwood Drive.

• New hearing: 107 Everett Road (Justine L. Spada and David Fuina)
• Adjourned hearing: 44 Sherwood Drive, 60 Sherwood Drive, and 42 Sherwood Drive

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for 44/60/42 Sherwood Drive, with conditions including additional buffer trees and an expanded setback. The board also unanimously approved a variance for 107 Everett Road. Minutes from December 1 were corrected and approved.

• Approved variance for 44/60/42 Sherwood Drive with conditions (6-1, Viggiani against)
• Approved variance for 107 Everett Road unanimously
• Approved December 1 minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with three development items. They will consider final approval for a large medical/office building, and review sketch and concept plans for a telecommunications tower and a new office building. The agenda includes only these project reviews and standard procedural items.

• Final approval for 260,000+ sq ft three-story medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Dr (Amedore Autopark LLC)
• Sketch plan review for wireless telecommunications facility at 228 Watervliet Shaker Road (Verizon Wireless)
• Concept review for demolition and construction of 107,000 sq ft four-story office building at 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd (First Columbia LLC)

The Colonie Planning Board approved an amended final plan for a 260,000-square-foot medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, with conditions including a gate installation. The board also scheduled a public hearing for the Cold Springs Subdivision and accepted a concept plan for a new NYSIF office building. No action was taken on a proposed Verizon wireless facility.

• Approved amended final approval for Amedore medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Dr. with conditions (6-1)
• Adopted motion to call public hearing for Cold Springs Subdivision at 499-507 Albany Shaker Rd. (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for NYSIF office building at 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd. (unanimous)
• No action taken on Verizon wireless facility at 228 Watervliet Shaker Rd.

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Conservation Advisory Council is reviewing a site plan for 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd. The meeting includes discussions on tree planting grants, boot brush stations, and a town-specific planting guide.

• Site Plan Review: 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd
• Tree City Grant: Tree Planting at The Crossings
• Ongoing Project: Boot Brush Stations
• Ongoing Project: Town-Specific Planting Guide

The Conservation Advisory Council reviewed the site plan for 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd., a redevelopment project involving demolition and new construction, and sent its report to the Planning and Economic Development Dept. The council also reported on the Tree City Grant awarded to the town, which funded the planting of five trees near a new playground for children with disabilities. Members agreed on the 2022 meeting calendar and discussed ongoing projects, including a boot wash station and the Town Planting Guide.

• Reviewed site plan for 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd. and sent report to Planning and Economic Development Dept.
• Reported Tree City Grant awarded to town; 5 trees planted at western end of park
• Agreed on 2022 meeting calendar dates
• Discussed ongoing Boot Wash Station project; awaiting facilitator update
• Town Planting Guide in progress; to be finalized in Dec. 21

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to hear one adjourned case. The case, 20-063, concerns property at 200 Sunset Blvd. and is brought by attorney Stefanie DiLallo Bitter on behalf of Edward Person of Empire Seal Coating, LLC. The agenda contains only this single hearing item.

• Adjourned hearing 20-063 for 200 Sunset Blvd., agent for Edward Person, Empire Seal Coating, LLC.

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to hear an adjourned case for 200 Sunset Blvd., involving Empire Seal Coating, LLC. The agenda contains only this single hearing item and no other business.

• Adjourned hearing 20-063 for 200 Sunset Blvd., agent Stefanie DiLallo Bitter, applicant Edward Person of Empire Seal Coating, LLC.

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving a series of resolutions, including the permanent appointment of six police officers and two promotions, a $2.65 million rehabilitation project for the Schuyler Road Pump Station, and various administrative items such as fee schedule updates and bid authorizations. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the pump station project and approval of legal fee expenditures from the Insurance Reserve Fund.

• Permanent appointments of six police officers with salaries ranging from $59,447 to $60,933
• Promotions of Joseph P. Fitzsimmons, Jr. to Police Sergeant ($100,246) and Louis N. DiNuzzo to Police Lieutenant ($113,953)
• Approval of $2,653,000 for Schuyler Road Pump Station Rehabilitation Project
• Authorization of $35,815.43 in legal fees from Insurance Reserve Fund
• Adoption of new fee schedules for Town Clerk's office and room rentals at Town Hall and Public Operations buildings

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a meeting with one adjourned hearing and four new hearings. The board will consider appeals for properties on Sherwood Drive, Central Avenue, Eva Street, Emery Avenue, and Troy Schenectady Road. No decisions are listed; the agenda only schedules these hearings.

• Adjourned hearing 21-010: 44, 60, 42 Sherwood Drive, agent Lynn Sipperly for 44 Sherwood LLC
• New hearing 21-077: 1205 Central Avenue, Ninamarie Crisafulli
• New hearing 21-085: 23 Eva Street, Brian Cavanaugh
• New hearing 21-086: 14 Emery Avenue, JoAnn Hernas
• New hearing 21-083: 200 Troy Schenectady Road, agent Derek Gribulis for Nubia Goncalves

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings on five variance applications. It denied the variance for 1205 Central Avenue (motion to deny, approved with one dissenting vote), and unanimously approved variances for 23 Eva Street, 14 Emery Avenue, and 200 Troy Schenectady Road. The hearing for 44 Sherwood Drive was adjourned to December 15, 2021.

• Denied variance at 1205 Central Avenue (motion to deny approved, Kirk Huang voting against)
• Approved variance at 23 Eva Street (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 14 Emery Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 200 Troy Schenectady Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 44 Sherwood Drive to December 15, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on November 30, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. The main item is final plan review for a proposed demolition and construction of a 127,500-square-foot, three-story building with 99 affordable senior apartments, a senior center, and wellness center at 11 Elks Ln. The board will also conduct concept, sketch, and other reviews for three additional projects: a mini-mart with gas station, a National Grid control building, and self-storage buildings.

• Final plan review: demolition of Elks Club and construction of 127,500 sq ft senior housing with 99 units, 162 beds, 105 parking spaces (43 banked) at 11 Elks Ln.
• Concept review: 4,536 sq ft mini-mart with 8 fueling stations at 616 Columbia St.
• Sketch plan review: 1,540 sq ft National Grid control building at 4093 Albany St.
• Sketch plan review: eight self-storage buildings totaling 39,492 sq ft at 1203 Loudon Rd.

The Colonie Planning Board voted 5-0 to approve the final plan for the Colonie Senior Services PDD amendment at 11 Elks Lane, which includes demolition of the Elks Club and construction of a 127,500-square-foot, three-story building with 99 affordable senior apartments, a senior center, and a wellness center. The approval includes conditions requiring landscaping per arborist recommendations and meeting outstanding PEDD requirements. The board also accepted the concept plan for a mini-mart and gas station at 616 Columbia Street, and took no action on sketch plans for a National Grid control building and self-storage buildings.

• Approved the final plan for the 11 Elks Lane senior housing project (5-0, with one recusal).
• Accepted the concept plan for the 616 Columbia Street mini-mart and gas station (5-0, with one recusal).
• Took no action on the 4093 Albany Street National Grid control building sketch plan.
• Took no action on the 1203 Loudon Road self-storage buildings sketch plan.

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is meeting to consider several resolutions, including calling a public hearing for a $9.68 million water treatment plant and storage upgrade project, approving settlements in tax certiorari cases, and confirming consistency of planned developments. The board will also vote on appointments, emergency sewer repairs, and various contracts.

• Public hearing set for Dec. 16, 2021 on $9.68M River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades
• Tax certiorari settlement for 1762 Central Avenue: assessment reduced from $2.8M to $2.5M, refunds $1,217.93 (town) and $8,437.30 (school)
• Emergency sewer repairs: $6,766.41 at 5 Elizabeth St. and $8,416.46 at 104 Braintree St.
• Bid awarded to RJ Valente Gravel for bunker sand at $25.49/yd for 2022
• Software agreement with Cogsdale up to $40,425 for Latham Water customer services system

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 23 resolutions on the agenda, with Councilman Rick J Field absent. Actions included hiring two personnel, calling a public hearing for water treatment plant upgrades, approving two PDD plans, authorizing emergency sewer repairs at two properties, and awarding bids for sand, chemicals, and other services. No public comments were received.

• Adopted Resolution 421 hiring Lucas J. Weis and Nicholas J. Renko (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 422 calling a public hearing on River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 423 authorizing settlement of tax certiorari proceedings subject to judicial approval (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolutions 424 and 425 determining finalized plans at 28 Everett Road Extension and 11 Elks Lane are consistent with PDD conceptual plans (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolutions 427 and 428 authorizing emergency sewer repairs at 5 Elizabeth Street and 104 Braintree Street by ANJO Construction, using Emergency Repair Reserve funds (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 429 awarding 2022 Bunker Sand and Top Dressing bid to RJ Valente Gravel, Inc. (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 437 accepting dedication of Northwestern Boulevard in British American Plaza Subdivision (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 438 rejecting all bids for Aluminum Sign Blanks and authorizing rebid of Item #3 (unanimous).

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including calling a public hearing for a $9.68 million water treatment plant and storage upgrade project, approving settlements for tax certiorari proceedings, and confirming consistency of two Planned Development District plans. The board will also consider appointments, emergency sewer repairs, and various contracts.

• Public hearing for River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades, total cost $9,680,000
• Tax certiorari settlement for 1762 Central Avenue, reducing assessment from $2,800,000 to $2,500,000
• Emergency sewer repairs at 5 Elizabeth Street ($6,766.41) and 104 Braintree Street ($8,416.46)
• Bid award for bunker sand and top dressing to RJ Valente Gravel, Inc. at $25.49/yd
• Appointments: Lucas J. Weis (Sewer Maintenance Worker) and Nicholas J. Renko (Highway Maintenance Worker) at $19.86/hr

The Town Board met on November 18, 2021, and adopted all 23 resolutions on the agenda by unanimous vote (6-0, with Councilman Field absent). Actions included authorizing emergency sewer repairs at two properties, awarding bids for bunker sand and industrial chemicals, approving a public hearing for water treatment plant upgrades, and accepting a donation for leaf pickup. No public comments were received.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for Lucas J. Weis and Nicholas J. Renko (unanimous)
• Called public hearing for River Road Storage & Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant Mixing Upgrades (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Approved PDD consistency for 28 Everett Road Extension and 11 Elks Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Open Development Area at 560 Boght Road (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sewer repairs at 5 Elizabeth St and 104 Braintree St (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Bunker Sand and Top Dressing to RJ Valente Gravel, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted dedication of Northwestern Boulevard in British American Plaza Subdivision (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review three commercial development proposals. The board will conduct a sketch plan review for a large warehouse and concept reviews for an auto facility and another warehouse, all involving new construction in commercial and industrial zones.

• 31 Wade Rd: sketch plan review for one-story, 60,000 sq ft warehouse (Imperial Pools Warehouse) in COR zone
• 702 Troy Schenectady Rd: concept review for two-story, 42,000 sq ft auto sales/repair facility (Latham Ford) in COR zone
• 17 Commercial Ave: concept review for one-story, 13,000 sq ft warehouse in IND zone

The Colonie Planning Board accepted the concept plan for a 42,000 sq ft auto facility at 702 Troy Schenectady Rd, with a condition restricting access to right-in/right-out movements. The board also unanimously accepted a concept plan for a 13,000 sq ft warehouse at 17 Commercial Ave. No action was taken on the 31 Wade Rd warehouse sketch plan.

• Accepted Latham Ford concept plan with right-in/right-out access condition (unanimous)
• Accepted 17 Commercial Ave warehouse concept plan (unanimous)
• No action on 31 Wade Rd warehouse sketch plan

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is adopting the 2022 annual budget after a public hearing, approving sewer improvement and maintenance assessment rolls, and making several personnel appointments. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for the Schuyler Road Pump Station rehabilitation project and authorizing various contracts and settlements.

• Adoption of 2022 annual budget
• Approval of sewer improvement and maintenance assessment rolls for the Colonie Sewer Improvement Area
• Public hearing set for Dec. 2, 2021 on Schuyler Road Pump Station rehabilitation ($2,653,000)
• Award of golf course score card printing bid to Indiana Printing and Publishing Co., Inc. ($2,746.50)
• Authorization of emergency declaration for River Road Pump Station pump repairs (up to $67,827.95)

The Town Board adopted the proposed 2022 annual budget of $105,501,267 by a 6-1 vote, with Councilman Rick J. Field voting no. The board also approved several personnel appointments, sewer improvement assessments, and other resolutions, including collective bargaining agreements with police unions and an emergency declaration for a pump failure.

• Adopted 2022 annual budget of $105,501,267 (6-1, Field nay)
• Approved personnel appointments for Deborah A. Burke, Jill M. Lieberman, Jocelyn A. Gauthier, and Andy Acker (all unanimous)
• Withdrew personnel appointment for Timothy M. MacPherson (unanimous)
• Approved sewer improvement expense and maintenance assessment rolls (unanimous)
• Called public hearing for Schuyler Road Pump Station Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Readdressed 4259 Albany Street to 8 Colonie Plaza Drive and created new private road (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Golf Course Score Cards to Indiana Printing and Publishing Co., Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency declaration for River Road Pump Station Emergency Pumps Failure (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a new hearing on five variance or appeal requests and continue one adjourned case. The agenda lists properties and applicants but does not specify the nature of each request. All items are public hearings.

• Adjourned hearing: 44, 60, 42 Sherwood Drive (Lynn Sipperly for 44 Sherwood LLC)
• New hearing: 39 Avenue B (Alexander Kotsyuba)
• New hearing: 1205 Central Avenue (Ninamarie Crisafulli)
• New hearing: 2820 Curry Road (David Johnson for Liftech)
• New hearing: 175 Troy Schenectady Road (Nicholas Costa for R.J. Valente Excavating, Inc.) and 2054 Central Avenue (Steve Vukas for JSC Property Holding, LLC)

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals approved four variances, including one for a deck at 39 Avenue B and one for 175 Troy Schenectady Road, and adjourned two hearings to December 1, 2021. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance for 39 Avenue B with modified 2nd level 16'x32' deck (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 175 Troy Schenectady Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 2054 Central Avenue with conditions on hours and operations (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 44 Sherwood Drive until December 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 1205 Central Avenue until December 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 20, 2021 (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board held a regular meeting on October 28, 2021, and adopted all 21 resolutions on the agenda unanimously. These included personnel appointments, fire protection district contracts, Community Development Block Grant applications, and various administrative and procurement actions. No substantive decisions were denied or tabled; all items were approved as presented.

• Adopted Resolution 388, approving 10 personnel appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 389-392, authorizing fire protection contracts with Fuller Road, Shaker Road-Loudonville, Maplewood, and S.W. Pitts Hose Company (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 393, authorizing submission of Community Development Block Grant applications for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 395, authorizing expenditure from Insurance Reserve Fund for litigation costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 397, authorizing settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 400, authorizing police data sharing agreement with Albany County Crime Analysis Center (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 402, awarding town-wide printing bid to Concept Print (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 407, awarding sanitary sewer repair contract to Anjo Construction (unanimous)

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is holding a regular meeting to consider a series of personnel appointments and promotions, including permanent appointments for an Animal Control Officer, Paramedics, and a Paramedic, as well as provisional promotions within the Emergency Medical Services Department. The board will also authorize fire protection contracts with several fire districts, approve a payment from the Insurance Reserve Fund for litigation costs, and consider a resolution to honor a local reverend by naming a street after him.

• Approve personnel appointments and promotions
• Authorize fire protection contracts
• Approve Community Development Block Grant application
• Name street after Rev. Leonard Comithier Jr.
• Approve litigation settlement

The Colonie Town Board unanimously adopted all 21 resolutions on the agenda, including contracts with four fire departments, submission of Community Development Block Grant applications, and various administrative and procurement items. No public comments were received on the fire district contracts, and the public hearing was closed. The board also heard public comments on various topics, including bicycle lanes and alternative transportation.

• Adopted Resolution 388, approving personnel actions for 10 individuals (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 389-392, authorizing fire protection contracts with Fuller Road, Shaker Road-Loudonville, Maplewood, and S.W. Pitts Hose Company (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 393, authorizing submission of Community Development Block Grant applications for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 395, authorizing expenditure from Insurance Reserve Fund for litigation costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 397, authorizing settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 400, authorizing police data sharing agreement with Albany County Crime Analysis Center (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 402, awarding town-wide printing bid to Concept Print for 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 407, awarding sanitary sewer repair contract to Anjo Construction (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved five variances for properties on Marriner Avenue, Boght Road, Fuller Road (two), and Monroe Avenue. Speedway, LLC withdrew its application for 600 Troy Schenectady Road. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance at 56 Marriner Ave (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 609 Boght Rd (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 14 Fuller Rd (DiSanto) (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 14 Fuller Rd (Delucia) (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 12 Monroe Ave (unanimous)
• Speedway, LLC withdrew application for 600 Troy Schenectady Rd

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review several development proposals. The most significant item is a concept plan for 116 new apartments at 945 Watervliet Shaker Rd. The board will also consider an ODA designation for 560 Boght Rd, waiver requests for a bus parking lot, and final site plan approval for a senior living building.

• Public hearing on ODA designation for 560 Boght Rd to allow legal street access via easement
• Concept plan for 116 apartments in 6 new buildings plus 10 in existing buildings at 945 Watervliet Shaker Rd
• Waiver requests for rear pavement setback and green space at 125 Cordell Rd (Capital Bus)
• Final site plan approval for 3-story senior living building (52,250 sq ft) at 28 Everett Road Ext
• Merger of 11 Duffy St, 12 Duffy St, and 28 Everett Road Ext into 10-acre PDD parcel

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously approved a recommendation to the Town Board for an Open Development Area (ODA) at 560 Boght Rd, allowing access via an easement. It also accepted a concept plan for 116 apartments at 945 Watervliet Shaker Rd, approved waivers for a Capital Bus parking lot at 125 Cordell Rd, and granted final site plan approval for a senior living building at 28 Everett Road Ext. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Adopted special rule recommending ODA approval for 560 Boght Rd (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for 116 apartments at 945 Watervliet Shaker Rd (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for Capital Bus parking lot at 125 Cordell Rd, including $50,178 incentive zoning payment (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for senior living building at 28 Everett Road Ext (unanimous)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Industrial Development Agency and Local Development Corporation boards are meeting to consider proposed amendments to the 2021 budget and the proposed 2022 annual budget. The finance committee will make recommendations on both budgets, and the board is expected to take action on the minutes and budget items. The agenda is largely routine financial and administrative business.

• Proposed 2021 budget amendments
• Proposed 2022 annual budget (Memo 21-13)
• Staff activity report and project updates (Memo 21-12)
• Approval of September 20, 2021 meeting minutes

The joint IDA and LDC boards unanimously approved the proposed 2021 budget amendments and the proposed 2022 budgets for both agencies, including CEO-recommended changes. The Finance Committee had recommended approval after reviewing the items. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved 2021 budget amendments for IDA (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 budget amendments for LDC (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 IDA budget with CEO amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 LDC budget with CEO amendments (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will consider a resolution to adopt an amendment to Local Law No. 11 of 2015 (Elks Lane PDD) to allow construction of a 127,500-square-foot, three-story building with 99 senior apartments, 162 beds, a senior center, wellness center, and common areas on 5.57 acres at 11 Elks Lane. The board will also set a public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget and act on several personnel and insurance items.

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions, including a public hearing on a proposed local law amending the Elks Lane PDD, and multiple resolutions authorizing contracts, emergency sewer repairs, and bond issuances. The most consequential items are the approval of up to $6 million in refunding bonds and up to $5 million in bonds for the NYPA LED street lighting project.

• Public hearing on local law amending Elks Lane PDD (Local Law #11 of 2015)
• Resolution 384: issue up to $6,000,000 refunding bonds
• Resolution 385: issue up to $5,000,000 bonds for NYPA LED street lighting project
• Resolution 386: issue up to $200,000 bonds to pay personal injury judgment
• Emergency sewer repairs at 96 Wilkins Avenue and 7 Sunnyside Avenue by ANJO Construction

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to review site plans for four properties, including 136 Morris Rd, 702 Troy Schenectady Rd (Latham Ford), 1111 Troy Schenectady Rd (Keeler Honda), and 17 Commercial Ave. The council will also discuss National Community Planning Month events, receive a briefing on Planning Board meetings, and hear updates on ongoing projects like boot brush stations and a town-specific planting guide.

• Site plan review for 136 Morris Rd
• Site plan review for 702 Troy Schenectady Rd (Latham Ford)
• Site plan review for 1111 Troy Schenectady Rd (Keeler Honda)
• Site plan review for 17 Commercial Ave
• National Community Planning Month events scheduled Oct 12-15

The Conservation Advisory Council reviewed four site plans and submitted comments to the Planning Board. They also discussed upcoming events and ongoing projects, but no formal decisions were made.

• Submitted comments on 702 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Latham Ford) to Planning Board
• Submitted comments on 136 Morris Rd. to Planning Board
• Submitted comments on 1111 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Keeler Honda) to Planning Board
• Submitted comments on 17 Commercial Ave. to Planning Board

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals approved all five variance applications presented at its October 6, 2021 meeting, each by unanimous vote. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its September 15, 2021 meeting. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved variance for 52 Overlook Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 36 Shaker Bay Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 2627 3rd Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 50 Haswell Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 1 Exchange Street (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on October 5, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. The board will review three items: a sketch plan for two new car dealerships, a concept plan for an 11-lot subdivision, and a final plan for a senior housing development. The meeting includes a report from the Planning and Economic Development Director.

• Sketch plan for New Country Lexus (33,671 sq ft) and Porsche Albany (27,365 sq ft) at 979 Troy Schenectady Road
• Concept plan for 11-lot subdivision on 9.65 acres at 82 Dunsbach Ferry Rd
• Final plan for 140 market-rate senior apartments and 90-unit assisted living facility at 1 Alice Ave
• $75,000 contribution for public sidewalks as part of senior housing project
• Open Development Area request for 36.26-acre parcel at 1 Alice Ave

The Planning Board unanimously approved the amended final plan for the Hoffman Senior Housing PDD at 1 Alice Ave, conditioned on providing electric vehicle charging stations and conduit for future stations. The Board also unanimously adopted a special rule recommending approval of an Open Development Area (ODA) to allow primary access to the site via Route 2, with Alice Avenue used for emergency access only. The Board accepted a concept plan for an 11-lot subdivision at 82 Dunsbach Ferry Rd, and took no action on a sketch plan for new Porsche and Lexus dealerships at 979 Troy Schenectady Road.

• Approved amended final plan for Hoffman Senior Housing PDD (140 senior apartments, 90-unit assisted living facility), conditioned on EV charging stations.
• Adopted special rule recommending approval of Open Development Area for Hoffman Senior Housing PDD, allowing primary access via Route 2.
• Accepted concept plan for 11-lot Dunsbach subdivision at 82 Dunsbach Ferry Rd (10 residential lots, 1 conservation lot).
• Took no action on sketch plan for New Country Porsche and Lexus dealerships at 979 Troy Schenectady Road.

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving several personnel appointments in the Assessor's Office, DPW, and Latham Water, and scheduling public hearings on sewer assessments and fire protection district contracts. It is also authorizing various contracts, reimbursements, and expenditures, including legal fees and insurance coverage.

• Temporary appointment of Janis M. Finn as Principal Assessment Clerk at $23.86/hr, effective Oct 5, 2021 to Mar 5, 2022
• Public hearings on Nov 4, 2021 for sewer improvement area assessments and maintenance rolls
• Public hearings on Oct 28, 2021 for fire protection district contracts with four fire departments
• Reimbursement of $9,690.14 to Daniel Sleasman for overestimated water usage at 384 Loudon Road
• Authorized $28,702.09 in legal fees and settlements from Insurance Reserve Fund

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 22 resolutions on the agenda, covering personnel appointments, public hearings for sewer and fire protection districts, and various contracts for water treatment plant repairs, emergency sewer repairs, and insurance. The tentative 2022 budget was distributed to the board. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for Janis M. Finn, Laura C. Hadsell, Brendan M. Turner, and Raymond R. Elliott (unanimous)
• Called public hearings for sewer improvement area assessments (Resolutions 344-345, unanimous)
• Called public hearings for Fire Protection District contracts (Resolution 347, unanimous)
• Authorized bids for structural repairs at Municipal Training Facilities Fire Tower Site (Resolution 348, unanimous)
• Authorized contractor agreements for Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant valves and autoclave certification (Resolutions 350-351, unanimous)
• Declared emergencies for sanitary sewer repairs at 58 Gadsen Court and 12 Brickley Drive (Resolutions 361-362, unanimous)
• Called public hearing on Elks Lane PDD amendment (Resolution 363, unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with Siena College for police obligations under Education Law (Resolution 364, unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will review four development proposals, including a new senior housing complex, two office buildings, and a medical/office building. The board will consider concept plans, final approvals, and environmental determinations for these projects.

• 11 Elks Ln: demolition of Elks Club for 99-unit affordable senior apartments with 127,500 sq ft building
• 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd: demolition and construction of 107,000 sq ft, four-story office building
• 4 & 6 Autopark Dr: final approval for 260,000+ sq ft medical/office building
• 1214 Loudon Rd: final approval for two office buildings totaling 38,755 sq ft with parking garage

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously adopted written findings recommending approval of a Planned Development District amendment for 99 affordable senior apartments at 11 Elks Lane, with a $176,700 public benefit contribution. The board also granted final approval for a medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, including a negative environmental declaration, an Open Development Area recommendation (5-2), and land use law waivers, though final approval passed 4-3 with conditions. Additionally, amended final approval was granted for the Tralongo Office Complex at 1214 Loudon Road.

• Adopted PDD findings for 11 Elks Ln senior housing (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for 11 Elks Ln senior housing (unanimous)
• Approved negative declaration for 6 Autopark Dr medical office (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Open Development Area for 4 Autopark Dr (5-2)
• Approved land use law waivers for Amedore medical office (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for Amedore medical office with conditions (4-3)
• Amended final approval for Tralongo Office Complex (unanimous)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Industrial Development Agency and Local Development Corporation will meet to review staff reports, proposed budgets, and a fee study. The board is expected to take action on potentially recapturing benefits from the One Mustang Drive II, LLC project and ratifying a new LDC collateral agreement.

• Review of potential recapture of benefits for One Mustang Drive II, LLC project (Memo 21-11)
• Proposed resolution to ratify a new LDC collateral agreement
• Receipt of 2021 proposed budget amendments and 2022 proposed budget
• Receipt of IDA and LDC fee study and recommendations (Memo 21-10)
• Staff activity report and project updates (Memo 21-09)

The IDA and LDC held a joint meeting and approved three resolutions. They authorized a Wolf Road Corridor study, waiving the right to recapture financial assistance for the One Mustang Drive II, LLC project, and ratified a third-party custody agreement for the LDC. The board also referred the 2022 budget and staff memos to committees for further review.

• Authorized the CEO to initiate a Wolf Road Corridor Study, with an RFQ to be developed with the Town's Purchasing Office (adopted unanimously).
• Approved a resolution waiving the IDA's right to recapture financial assistance for the One Mustang Drive II, LLC project (adopted unanimously).
• Ratified the execution and delivery of a third-party custody agreement for the LDC (adopted unanimously).
• Referred the 2022 budget and 2021 amendments to the Finance Committee for a recommendation in October.
• Referred staff memos (activity report and fee study) and the Wolf Road study proposal to the Governance Committee for review.

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie IDA/LDC board is meeting to consider budget amendments, the 2022 proposed budget, and a fee study, with recommendations expected in October. The board will also review a potential recapture of benefits for the One Mustang Drive II, LLC project and a proposed resolution on a new LDC collateral agreement.

• Review of potential recapture of benefits for One Mustang Drive II, LLC project (Memo 21-11)
• Proposed resolution on ratification of a new LDC collateral agreement
• Receipt of 2021 proposed budget amendments and 2022 proposed budget
• Receipt of IDA and LDC fee study and recommendations (Memo 21-10)
• Approval of July 19, 2021 minutes

The joint IDA/LDC meeting approved a motion to initiate a Wolf Road Corridor Study, with the CEO working with the Town's Purchasing Office to release an RFQ. The board also unanimously approved a resolution waiving the right to recapture financial assistance for the One Mustang Drive II, LLC project, and ratified a new LDC collateral custody agreement. The 2022 budget was referred to the Finance Committee for review.

• Authorized CEO to initiate Wolf Road Corridor Study (unanimous)
• Approved resolution waiving recapture of benefits for One Mustang Drive II, LLC (unanimous)
• Ratified third party custody agreement for LDC (unanimous)
• Referred 2022 budget to Finance Committee for October recommendation

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for properties on Archibald Street, Alix Road, Old Loudon Road, Loudon Road, and Wolf Road, with the Archibald Street approval conditioned on buffer cleanup and specific bedroom counts. The board unanimously adjourned the Speedway LLC hearing at 600 Troy Schenectady Road to October 20, 2021, to review new documents, keeping the hearing open. Minutes from September 1, 2021, were unanimously approved.

• Approved Lucas Weaver's variance at 2 Archibald Street, 5:1, with conditions on buffer cleanup and bedroom counts
• Adjourned Speedway LLC's hearing at 600 Troy Schenectady Road to October 20, 2021, unanimously
• Approved Daniel & Lori Kunker's variance at 23 Alix Road, unanimously
• Approved Kevin Cavanaugh's variance at 149 Old Loudon Road, unanimously
• Approved Dominick Fuda's variance at 1096 Loudon Road, unanimously
• Approved Margret Baggetta's variance at 240 Wolf Road, unanimously
• Approved minutes of September 1, 2021, unanimously

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is holding a regular meeting with several personnel appointments and two public hearings. The board is deciding whether to adopt a local law regulating short-term rentals (like Airbnb) and a separate law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption establishments. Several provisional appointments to town positions are also on the agenda.

• Local law to add §190-20(f) regulating short-term rentals, requiring owner primary residence, annual permit, and limiting to 50 permits townwide
• Local law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption establishments outside Villages of Colonie and Menands
• Provisional appointment of Michele L. Leto as Legal Secretary I (PT) at $19.22/hour
• Provisional appointment of Samantha M. Harris as Environmental Laboratory Technician at $52,542/year
• Provisional appointment of Zach T. Harrison as Storm Water Management Coordinator at $78,908/year

The Town Board unanimously adopted a local law amending Chapter 190 of the Town Code to add §190-20(f) regarding short-term rentals, following a public hearing. It also unanimously adopted a local law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption premises under state law. All other resolutions, including personnel appointments, insurance contracts, and various project authorizations, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted local law adding §190-20(f) to regulate short-term rentals (Resolution 326).
• Adopted local law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption premises (Resolution 327).
• Approved personnel appointments for Michele L. Leto, Samantha M. Harris, Zach T. Harrison, and John E. Gorman (Resolution 325).
• Authorized spending from Insurance Reserve Fund for litigation costs (Resolution 328).
• Appointed Ulderic Boisvert as temporary Marriage Officer (Resolution 329).
• Accepted insurance proposals from Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. for excess and primary auto coverage (Resolutions 330, 331).
• Appointed Martin J. Robinson to the Zoning Board of Appeals (Resolution 332).
• Awarded bid to Fred A. Cook, Jr., Inc. for Lisha Kill Pump Station cleaning (Resolution 337).

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board is holding a public hearing and appeal regarding a denied watercourse area permit for a property at 1059 Watervliet Shaker Road. The applicant, Craig Mulligan, seeks to construct a 40' x 24' inground pool, which is a prohibited activity under local code § 190-89. The board will also review minutes from its April 14, 2021 meeting and hear a report from the Planning and Economic Development Director.

• Public hearing and appeal of denied watercourse area permit (W21-003)
• Proposed 40' x 24' inground pool at 1059 Watervliet Shaker Road
• Activity prohibited under § 190-89
• Applicant: Craig Mulligan
• Approval of April 14, 2021 minutes

The Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board conditionally approved a variance for a pool and deck at 1059 Watervliet Shaker Road, owned by Michelle and Craig Mulligan. The approval requires the pool to be at least 60 feet from the tributary center, with several conditions to protect the watercourse. A negative declaration under SEQRA was also adopted unanimously. The public hearing for the project was closed with no comments.

• Closed public hearing for Lands of Mulligan with no comments (unanimous)
• Adopted negative declaration under SEQRA for the pool project (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved variance for pool and deck, requiring 60-foot setback from tributary center (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will review four development proposals at its September 7, 2021 meeting. These include a Paintworx addition, a Speedway minimart, a Chick-fil-A restaurant, and a 15-unit multifamily building. The board will consider waivers, sketch plans, and a concept review for these projects.

• 1169 Central Ave: 4,100 sq ft addition to Paintworx auto detail shop, waiver request
• 600 Troy Schenectady Rd: 2,900 sq ft Speedway minimart with fuel island, sketch plan
• 579 Troy Schenectady Rd: 5,000 sq ft Chick-fil-A with drive-through, sketch plan
• 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr: 15-unit multifamily building with lot line adjustment, concept review

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously approved waiver findings for Paintworx Collision Center's 4,100-square-foot addition at 1169 Central Ave, including setbacks, parking, pavement, and greenspace reductions with a $14,591 payment. The board also accepted a concept plan for a 15-unit multifamily building at 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr. Sketch plan reviews for Speedway and Chick-fil-A on Troy Schenectady Rd were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved land use law waiver findings for Paintworx addition (unanimous)
• Granted setback waiver from 25 ft to 38.3 ft
• Granted waiver for two front-yard parking spaces and accessible aisle
• Granted pavement setback waiver from 15 ft to 7 ft
• Approved incentive zoning greenspace reduction to 27.4% with $14,591 payment
• Accepted concept plan for 15-unit multifamily building at 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr (unanimous)

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on September 7, 2021, to review four development proposals. These include a waiver request for an addition to an auto detail shop, sketch plan reviews for a Speedway minimart and a Chick-fil-A restaurant, and a concept review for a 15-unit multifamily building. The board will also hear a report from the Planning and Economic Development Director.

• 1169 Central Ave: waiver request for 4,100 sq ft addition to Paintworx auto detail shop
• 600 Troy Schenectady Rd: sketch plan for 2,900 sq ft Speedway minimart with fuel island
• 579 Troy Schenectady Rd: sketch plan for 5,000 sq ft Chick-fil-A with drive-through
• 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr: concept review for 15-unit multifamily building with lot line adjustment

The Colonie Planning Board approved waivers for Paintworx Collision Center's 4,100 sq ft addition at 1169 Central Ave, including setback, parking, and greenspace reductions with a $14,591 payment. The board also accepted a concept plan for a 15-unit multifamily building at 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr. Sketch plan reviews for Speedway and Chick-fil-A were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved land use law waiver findings for Paintworx at 1169 Central Ave (unanimous)
• Granted waivers for setback, front-yard parking, and pavement setback at Paintworx
• Approved incentive zoning greenspace reduction from 35% to 27.4% with $14,591 payment
• Accepted concept plan for 15-unit multifamily building at 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving multiple personnel actions, including the permanent promotion of Michael D. Woods to Police Chief, along with other police promotions and staff transfers. The board is also authorizing several contracts and agreements for water department services, bid awards, budget modifications, and tax certiorari settlements.

• Promote Michael D. Woods to Police Chief, salary $136,702, effective Aug 30, 2021
• Promote Richard A. Villa to Police Lieutenant ($107,942) and Michael W. Warner to Police Sergeant ($95,809)
• Award bid to Mobile Solid Solutions for Latham Water lagoon cleanout, not to exceed $200,000
• Authorize $24,800 contract with H2M to inspect 16 water storage tanks
• Settle tax certiorari for 200 Wolf Road with $3,829.08 town refund

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 14 resolutions on the agenda, including personnel appointments, budget modifications, and various contracts. Michael D. Woods was sworn in as the new Chief of Police, and the board recognized the EMS Department's Gold Plus Achievement Award. No public comments were received.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for Susan A. Cooney, Racheal M. Dames, Michael D. Woods, Richard A. Villa, and Michael W. Warner (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to the 2021 operating budgets (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Micro Focus for extended warranty (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for overestimated water usage at 44 Traditional Lane and 331 Vly Road (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Mobile Solid Solutions for 2nd Lagoon Cleanout and Dewatering (unanimous)
• Declared emergency for Low Lift Pump Station repairs at Mohawk View Water Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Koester Associates for Coronet Pump Station Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Authorized settlements of tax certiorari proceedings for 200 Wolf Road and 6 Schuyler Road (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is holding a concept review for two projects. The first is Amazon's proposal to convert a 116,091 sq ft manufacturing building on Mustang Drive into a warehouse/distribution facility, add parking on Fonda Road, and merge three parcels into one 17.42-acre site. The second is a proposal to build a fast food restaurant and financial institution at 1893 Central Avenue, with the property subdivided into two lots.

• Amazon.com Services Inc. concept review: renovate 116,091 sq ft building at 1 Mustang Drive into warehouse/distribution, add 539 parking spaces, merge 3 parcels into 17.42 acres (PL-21-00004)
• Trinity Realty Group concept review: 2,145 sq ft fast food restaurant and 2,500 sq ft financial building at 1893 Central Avenue, with lot subdivision (PL-21-00008)

The Colonie Planning Board accepted the concept plan for Amazon's renovation of a 116,091 sq ft building at 1 Mustang Drive into a warehouse/distribution facility, merging three sites into one 17.42-acre parcel with 539 parking spaces. The board also approved a concept plan for a Popeye's restaurant and financial building at 1893 Central Avenue, with a 4-0 vote after one member recused. Both actions were concept-level approvals, not final site plan approvals.

• Accepted Amazon concept plan for warehouse/distribution facility at 1 Mustang Drive (unanimous, 5-0)
• Accepted concept plan for fast food and financial building at 1893 Central Avenue (4-0, Shamlian recused)

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold concept reviews for two projects: Amazon.com Services Inc.'s plan to convert a 116,091 sq ft manufacturing building at 1 Mustang Drive into a warehouse/distribution facility with a new parking area on Fonda Road, and Trinity Realty Group's proposal for a fast food restaurant and financial institution at 1893 Central Avenue. These are preliminary reviews, not final approvals.

• Amazon warehouse/distribution conversion at 1 Mustang Drive, 6 Fonda Road, 20 Green Mountain Drive (17.42-acre merged parcel, 539 parking spaces)
• New fast food restaurant (2,145 sq ft) and financial institution (2,500 sq ft) at 1893 Central Avenue, with lot subdivision
• Both projects are concept reviews (PL-21-00004 and PL-21-00008)

The Colonie Planning Board accepted the concept plan for Amazon's Project Frost, a warehouse/distribution facility at 1 Mustang Drive, 6 Fonda Road, and 20 Green Mountain Drive, with a unanimous vote. The board also accepted a concept plan for a Popeye's restaurant and financial building at 1893 Central Avenue, with a 4-0 vote. Both items were concept reviews only, not final approvals.

• Accepted Amazon Project Frost concept plan (5-0, unanimous)
• Accepted 1893 Central Avenue fast food/financial building concept plan (4-0, Shamlian recused)

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Town of Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for 13 Ironwood Drive (agent James McNall, Double J. Remodeling, LLC, for Paul Page) unanimously. Hearings for 2 Archibald Street and 600 Troy Schenectady Road were adjourned to September 1 and September 15, 2021, respectively, due to lack of representation and the need for a traffic study and Planning Department comments. Minutes from August 4, 2021 were approved unanimously.

• Approved variance at 13 Ironwood Drive (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 2 Archibald Street to September 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 600 Troy Schenectady Road to September 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for 13 Ironwood Drive, continued two other hearings to later dates, and approved the prior meeting's minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance at 13 Ironwood Drive (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 2 Archibald Street to September 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 600 Troy Schenectady Road to September 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving a $2.89 million project to replace blowers at the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant, along with several other resolutions including appointments, contracts, and emergency sewer repairs. The board also authorized a settlement in a tax certiorari case and rejected bids for a park fence project.

• Approved $2,890,000 for Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant blower rehabilitation
• Authorized $9,668.52 in legal fees from Insurance Reserve Fund for litigation
• Appointed William F. Carroll as Senior Custodial Worker at $47,133/year
• Authorized emergency sewer repairs at 6 Green Island Ave ($4,607.32), 3 Blue Creek Ln ($10,223.96), and 951 Loudon Rd ($4,500)
• Rejected bids for Latham Kiwanis Park Fence Project and will re-advertise

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review two development proposals. They will conduct a sketch plan review for adding 16 apartment units to an existing commercial building at 3 Cerone Commercial Drive, and consider final approval for two new office buildings at 1214 Loudon Road. The meeting includes a report from the Planning and Economic Development Director.

• Sketch plan review for 16-unit apartment addition at 3 Cerone Commercial Drive (PL-21-00013)
• Final approval for Tralongo Office Complex: 33,084 sq ft three-story building with 11,329 sq ft parking garage, and 5,671 sq ft one-story building with 106 parking spaces (PL-17-00021)

The Colonie Planning Board granted final approval for the Tralongo Office Complex at 1214 Loudon Road, including a SEQRA negative declaration, waivers, and conditions. The project involves two office buildings with parking. No action was taken on the proposed senior apartment addition at 3 Cerone Commercial Drive.

• Adopted SEQRA negative declaration for Tralongo project (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for parking lot landscaping, parking banking, and front yard setback (unanimous)
• Accepted final plan for Tralongo project with conditions (unanimous)
• No action taken on 3 Cerone Commercial Drive apartments addition

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to vote on resuming twice-monthly meetings and to review six site plan applications, including a fast food and financial building at 1893 Central Ave and Project Frost at 1 Mustang Dr. The council will also discuss an invasive species tour, a Planning Board report, a Conservation Day checklist, a Climate Smart Communities waste reduction campaign, and ongoing projects like boot brush stations and a town-specific planting guide.

• Vote on resuming twice-monthly CAC meetings
• Site plan review: 1893 Central Ave, fast food and financial building
• Site plan review: 1 Mustang Dr, Project Frost
• Site plan review: 82 Dunsbach Ferry Rd (formerly 80 Dunsbach Ferry Rd)
• Site plan review: 616 Columbia St Ext, 14 & 16 Vermont View Dr, 11 Elks Ln

The Conservation Advisory Council reviewed three site plans and made recommendations, including preserving trees at 616 Columbia St. Ext., replacing infected trees at 14 and 16 Vermont View Drive, and addressing invasive vines at 11 Elks Lane. The council also decided to return to bi-weekly meetings in September and discussed upcoming activities like Conservation Day and a composting pilot.

• Returned to bi-weekly meetings starting in September (first and third Thursdays)
• Reviewed site plan for 616 Columbia St. Ext. (GTB fuel co. mini-mart) with recommendations to preserve trees
• Reviewed site plan for 14 and 16 Vermont View Drive (15-unit apartment) with recommendations to replace infected trees and reduce parking
• Reviewed site plan for 11 Elks Lane (affordable senior housing) with recommendations to remove invasive vines
• Sponsored invasives tour of the Crossings on July 26, 2021 (about 30 attendees)
• Discussed composting pilot with Zero Waste Capital District
• Monique to submit Tree City Arbor Day application for $1000 grant

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals approved six variance applications and adjourned two hearings for further review. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the July 21, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance at 4 Tansy Court (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 52 Overlook Avenue to undetermined date (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for 74A Sparrowbush Road until October 6 (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 271A Troy Schenectady Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 2223 Central Avenue with condition to meet Planning Department (unanimous)
• Approved application at 1 Arch Street (unanimous)
• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is deciding whether to adopt a local law opting out of allowing on-site cannabis consumption establishments in the town, outside the villages of Colonie and Menands. The board also considers several personnel appointments, a library heating contract, and various administrative resolutions.

• Local law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption establishments
• Award $284,825 bid to John W. Danforth Company for library heating replacement
• Appoint William N. DiBacco as Recreation Maintenance Worker at $24.83/hr
• Provisionally promote Bethany L. Childs to Water Chemist at $73,785/yr
• Establish Economic Developer position and appoint Aimee Johnson at $64,560/yr

The Town Board held a public hearing on a proposed local law to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption premises, but adjourned the hearing without a date and kept it open for additional public comments. The board also adopted several resolutions, including awarding a heating system replacement contract for the William K. Sanford Town Library and establishing a standard work day for retirement system credit. All other resolutions were adopted unanimously, with one abstention on the standard work day resolution.

• Adjourned cannabis consumption premises opt-out hearing without date (unanimous)
• Awarded heating system replacement bid to John W. Danforth Company (unanimous)
• Adopted standard work day resolution for retirement credit (6-0, Austin abstained)
• Authorized reimbursement for water billing error at 1198 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Declared emergency for sewer repair at 6 Adams Drive by ANJO Construction (unanimous)
• Increased expenditure limit for DPW contractor Koester Associates (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Army for training at town facility (unanimous)
• Adopted personnel resolutions for DiBacco, Childs, and Johnson (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with concept reviews for three development projects. The board will discuss a storage shed expansion, a large self-storage facility, and a conservation subdivision with 79 residential lots. These are concept reviews, meaning no final decisions are being made at this meeting.

• 1 West Albany Drive: 3,182 sq ft storage shed and gravel area expansion (IND zone)
• 340 New Karner Road: 3-story, 91,200 sq ft self-storage facility (IND zone)
• 34 Denison Rd: conservation subdivision with 79 residential lots, 6 stormwater lots, open space, and pocket park (SFR zone)

The Colonie Planning Board accepted concept plans for a storage shed at 1 West Albany Drive, a self-storage facility at 340 New Karner Road, and a 79-lot conservation subdivision at 34 Denison Road. The board also tabled the Casale Self Storage project and postponed a presentation on the Lincoln Avenue BOA.

• Accepted concept plan for 1 West Albany Drive storage shed and gravel area expansion (unanimous)
• Tabled concept plan for Casale Self Storage at 340 New Karner Road (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for Ridgewood Conservation Subdivision at 34 Denison Road with conditions (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting

The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals approved four variances unanimously: for Latham Ford at 702 Troy Schenectady Road, Sean Carroll at 7 Wendfair Terrace, Harold and Ethel Graber at 333 Vly Road, and New Russia Cultural Center at 1366 Central Avenue. The board also adjourned the public hearing for Stephan Williams' hair salon application at 1 Arch Street until August 4, 2021, for findings of fact. Meeting minutes from June 7, 2021, were approved unanimously.

• Approved variance for Latham Ford-F, LLC at 702 Troy Schenectady Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Sean Carroll at 7 Wendfair Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Harold and Ethel Graber at 333 Vly Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for New Russia Cultural Center at 1366 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for Stephan Williams' hair salon at 1 Arch Street to August 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie IDA/LDC board will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions for the King Thiel Senior Community LLC project, including SEQRA and approving resolutions. The board will also consider SEQRA and a preliminary inducement resolution for the SoldierOn project. Other business includes reports, minutes approval, and updates on CDBG CARES funding and the Community Navigator Pilot Program.

• Public hearing for proposed King Thiel Senior Community LLC project
• Proposed SEQRA and approving resolutions for King Thiel Senior Community LLC project
• Proposed SEQRA and preliminary inducement resolution for SoldierOn project
• CDBG CARES Funding entitlement (HUD via NYS)
• Community Navigator Pilot Program (SBA)

The Colonie IDA and LDC held a joint regular meeting on July 19, 2021. The board closed a public hearing for the King Thiel Senior Community LLC application and then adopted a resolution approving SEQRA and related resolutions for that project (4-0, with three abstentions). The board also unanimously adopted a SEQRA resolution and a preliminary inducement resolution for the SoldierOn project, which includes income-restricted housing units.

• Closed public hearing for King Thiel Senior Community LLC application (unanimous)
• Adopted SEQRA and approving resolutions for King Thiel Senior Community LLC project (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Adopted SEQRA resolution for SoldierOn project (unanimous)
• Adopted preliminary inducement resolution for SoldierOn project (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is voting on several resolutions, including approving a sewer improvement project for Ridgeview Meadows at North Colonie and adopting a local law regulating short-term rentals. The board is also making multiple personnel appointments and promotions in the DPW and General Services departments.

• Approval of sewer extension project at 10 Wetherby Court, costing $128,913.85, paid by owner
• Adoption of local law adding §190-20(f) to regulate short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO)
• Promotion of James P. Howlan to Senior Water Meter Service Worker at $66,968/year
• Appointment of three Highway Maintenance Workers at $19.86-$24.83/hour
• Public hearing set for Aug 12 on $2,890,000 blower rehabilitation at Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant

The Town Board unanimously approved the Ridgeview Meadows at North Colonie subdivision (20 residential lots) after amending the resolution to specify sewer connections. A proposed local law on short-term rentals was adjourned without a date. The board also adopted 25 other resolutions, including school resource officer agreements, a roof replacement bid, and a public hearing on opting out of cannabis consumption sites.

• Approved Ridgeview Meadows subdivision, 20 residential lots (unanimous)
• Adjourned short-term rental local law without date (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant blower rehab public hearing (unanimous)
• Authorized School Resource Officer agreements with South and North Colonie school districts (unanimous)
• Awarded North Colonie Baseball Complex roof replacement bid to Star Roofing (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Colonie Police Supervisors Association (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Called public hearing on opting out of on-site cannabis consumption premises (unanimous)

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is meeting to decide on several personnel actions, a sewer extension project, and a proposed local law regulating short-term rentals. The board will also consider a resolution to hold a public hearing on a water pollution control plant improvement project.

• Resolution 263: Approve sewer extension for Ridgeview Meadows at North Colonie, 10 Wetherby Court, costing $128,913.85, paid by owner.
• Resolution 264: Adopt local law amending Chapter 190 to define and regulate short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO) requiring a use variance.
• Resolution 265: Call public hearing for Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant blower rehabilitation project.
• Personnel actions: Promotions and appointments in DPW (Water, Highway) and General Services, with salaries ranging from $19.86/hr to $66,968/yr.
• All resolutions were offered by a councilman (name not specified) and moved for adoption.

The Town Board unanimously approved the Ridgeview Meadows at North Colonie subdivision (Resolution 263), a 20-lot residential project on Wetherby Court and Nottingham Way, with an amendment clarifying sewer connections. The board also unanimously adjourned without a date the proposed local law on short-term rentals (Resolution 264), meaning no decision was made on that item. All other resolutions on the agenda were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Ridgeview Meadows subdivision, 20 residential lots (unanimous)
• Adjourned short-term rental local law without date (unanimous)
• Adopted updated GEIS Development Mitigation Costs (unanimous)
• Authorized School Resource Officer agreements with South and North Colonie school districts (unanimous)
• Authorized $ for litigation legal fees/settlements from Insurance Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Awarded North Colonie Baseball Complex roof replacement bid to Star Roofing (unanimous)
• Awarded sand for ice control bid to Joseph R. Wunderlich, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized reduction of demolition permit fees for former Al Tech Steel site (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The board unanimously accepted the concept plan for a 28-acre industrial site at 855-861 First Street, proposing five warehouse buildings totaling 159,000 square feet. No action was taken on two other projects: a 17-lot subdivision at 44 Sherwood Drive and a senior housing proposal at 11 Elks Lane.

• Approved concept plan for 855-861 First Street (Lincoln Avenue Development, LLC Phase 1A) unanimously
• Tabled no action on 44 Sherwood Drive conservation subdivision sketch plan
• Tabled no action on 11 Elks Lane senior housing PDD amendment

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously approved a one-year extension for the concept acceptance of the Serio Subdivision at 60 Dunsbach Ferry Road, extending the expiration date to June 12, 2022. The board also unanimously approved a site plan amendment for the Luizzi Office and Warehouse at 950 Fifth Street, increasing the building size from 15,000 to 20,000 square feet, subject to conditions. A concept plan for three office/warehouse buildings at 2 Lear Jet Lane was accepted unanimously. No action was taken on the sketch plan for a warehouse at 17 Commercial Avenue, and the item for 1 West Albany Drive was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved one-year extension for Serio Subdivision concept at 60 Dunsbach Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for Luizzi Office and Warehouse at 950 Fifth Street, subject to conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for three office/warehouse buildings at 2 Lear Jet Lane (unanimous)
• No action taken on sketch plan for warehouse at 17 Commercial Avenue
• Withdrawn from agenda: 1 West Albany Drive storage shed and gravel area expansion

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie IDA and LDC held a joint meeting on June 21, 2021, where they unanimously approved an amended management agreement with the Town of Colonie for additional staff services. They also unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a public hearing for additional financial assistance to King Thiel Senior Community LLC, including a PILOT amendment and mortgage recording tax exemption. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended 2021 IDA Management Agreement with Town of Colonie (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing resolution for King Thiel Senior Community LLC additional financial assistance (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 12 resolutions on the agenda, covering personnel appointments, insurance coverage, a school district agreement, tax certiorari settlements, a youth center contract, and various bids and contracts. No public comments were received.

• Adopted Resolution 235 appointing Todd M. Seror and Steven B. Stufflebeam (personnel).
• Adopted Resolution 236 accepting Arthur J. Gallagher proposal for property insurance via Travelers.
• Adopted Resolution 237 accepting Arthur J. Gallagher proposal for boiler & machinery insurance via Travelers.
• Adopted Resolution 238 authorizing renewal agreement with North Colonie Central School District for 211 Old Niskayuna Road.
• Adopted Resolution 239 authorizing settlement of tax certiorari proceedings subject to judicial approval.
• Adopted Resolution 240 authorizing agreement with Colonie Youth Center for school-age childcare.
• Adopted Resolution 241 awarding East Wet Well Cleaning Project 2021 bid to Fred A. Cook, Jr., Inc.
• Adopted Resolution 242 awarding 2nd bid for industrial chemicals to Surpass Chemical Company.

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board held a regular meeting on June 10, 2021, and unanimously adopted all 11 resolutions on the agenda. These included personnel appointments, insurance contracts, a school district agreement, tax certiorari settlements, a childcare agreement, a wet well cleaning project bid, a chemical supply bid, a water usage reimbursement, a refrigeration maintenance contract, and a survey contract. No public comments were received.

• Adopted personnel resolution for Todd M. Seror (unanimous)
• Adopted personnel resolution for Steven B. Stufflebeam (unanimous)
• Adopted property insurance proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher (unanimous)
• Adopted boiler & machinery insurance proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher (unanimous)
• Adopted renewal agreement with North Colonie Central School District for 211 Old Niskayuna Road (unanimous)
• Adopted settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Adopted agreement with Colonie Youth Center for school-age childcare (unanimous)
• Awarded East Wet Well Cleaning Project 2021 bid to Fred A. Cook, Jr., Inc. (unanimous)

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to review recent site visits, discuss potential Climate Smart Communities actions, and plan public meetings for Sand Creek Road Park. The agenda includes routine business and ongoing projects, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Site visit reviews for 1 West Albany Drive, 855-861 First Street, 2 Lear Jet Lane, and 34 Denison Road
• Climate Smart Communities action selection: compost bins, organic waste program, rain barrels, farmers' market, buy local/green campaign, xeriscaping, invasive species tour
• Sand Creek Road Park public meetings scheduled for June 8 and 9, 2021
• Ongoing projects: boot brush stations, town-specific planting guide, tree nursery

The Conservation Advisory Council reviewed several site plans, including First Street, Lear Jet, and 24 Denison Road, and discussed updates on ongoing projects. Conservation Day was deemed a success with about 200 cars attending. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Reviewed site plan for First Street: property mostly cleared, no toxic materials to be stored
• Reviewed site plan for Lear Jet: non-jurisdictional wetland, recommendation to remove invasive plants
• Reviewed site plan for 24 Denison Road: units reduced to 79, two trees to be planted per lot
• Agreed William K. Sanford Library is best location for next year's Conservation Day
• Discussed potential projects: composting and rain barrels for Climate Smart Communities

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is meeting to review two development proposals. The board will consider an incentive zoning request for a mini mart redevelopment at 736 Loudon Road and a sketch plan for a new affordable senior housing complex at 11 Elks Lane.

• 736 Loudon Road: Mini Mart redevelopment, incentive zoning request, site zoned COR
• 11 Elks Lane: Colonie Senior Services PDD amendment, demolition of Elks Club, construction of 125,629 sq ft, 3-story building with 99 affordable senior housing units
• 11 Elks Lane: 36 garages, 81 parking spaces, 62 banked parking spaces, walking trail to 17 Elks Lane
• 11 Elks Lane: sketch plan review, site zoned PDD, TDE: CHA Companies

The Planning Board unanimously approved a land use law waiver for greenspace at 736 Loudon Road, allowing a one-time incentive zoning payment of $44,689 instead of ongoing compliance. The board also held a sketch plan review for a proposed 99-unit affordable senior housing project at 11 Elks Lane but took no action on it.

• Approved greenspace waiver with $44,689 one-time payment for 736 Loudon Road (unanimous)
• Held sketch plan review for 11 Elks Lane senior housing; no action taken

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is holding public hearings and considering two local laws that would amend the Town Code. One law would define and regulate short-term rentals (like Airbnb) by requiring a use variance and a permit from the Building Department. The other law would revise rules for accessory uses, including adding a definition of finished space and tightening requirements for accessory dwelling units, such as requiring them to be attached to the main house and limiting occupancy to relatives of the owner-occupant. The board is also voting on several personnel actions, including promotions and new hires in the Highway Department and at the Pruyn House.

• Local law to add §190-20(f) regulating short-term rentals, requiring a use variance and Building Department permit
• Local law to amend Chapter 190 on accessory uses, adding definition of finished space and new standards for accessory dwelling units
• Resolution to establish Pruyn House Administrator position and provisionally promote Tami A. Sherry at $49,788/year
• Appointments of Matthew N. Buffett and Bryan M. McNamee as Highway Maintenance Workers at $19.86/hour
• Promotions of Andrew T. Boyd, Christopher J. Landers, and John W. Nielsen IV to Motor Equipment Operator at $27.65/hour

The Town Board unanimously adopted 18 resolutions covering personnel appointments, contract awards, and equipment purchases. Two public hearings on proposed local laws regarding short-term rentals and accessory uses were opened and adjourned to the June 24, 2021 meeting. Residents raised concerns about traffic and road conditions on Fiddlers Lane during public comment.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for 6 appointments (unanimous)
• Adjourned short-term rental public hearing to June 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned accessory uses public hearing to June 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Awarded hazardous waste collection bid to MXI Environmental Services (unanimous)
• Awarded vehicle parts bid to Guthrie Heli-Arc, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized tax certiorari settlements (unanimous)
• Awarded Pruyn House roof project to Mid-State Industries (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for 2 EMS emergency vehicles to North Eastern Rescue Vehicles (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is holding a public hearing on a request to rezone land at Troy Schenectady and Vly Roads from single-family residential to commercial office residential. The board will also review several sketch plans for commercial and residential developments, including a subdivision and warehouse construction.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1222 Troy Schenectady Rd. from SFR to COR
• Sketch plan for 4,100 sq ft addition to Paintworx Collision Center at 1169 Central Ave.
• Concept for 40-lot Cold Springs Subdivision at 499-507 Albany Shaker Rd.
• Sketch plan for two warehouses (16,000 and 14,530 sq ft) at 136 Morris Rd.
• Sketch plan for 11-lot Dunsbach Subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Rd.

The Planning Board closed a public hearing and unanimously recommended that the Town Board rezone 1222 Troy Schenectady Road from Single-Family Residential (SFR) to Commercial Office Residential (COR). The board also approved a one-year extension of the concept plan for the 40-lot Cold Springs Subdivision. Several other projects were discussed but no action was taken.

• Closed public hearing on rezoning 1222 Troy Schenectady Rd (6-0, Shamlian recused)
• Recommended Town Board rezone 1222 Troy Schenectady Rd from SFR to COR (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension of concept plan for Cold Springs Subdivision (unanimous)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The IDA/LDC board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Crisafulli Holdings LLC project. The CEO will also provide updates on an economic impact analysis, economic development strategy, rebranding efforts, and the Economic Developer position.

• Public hearing for proposed Crisafulli Holdings LLC project
• Economic impact analysis for Crisafulli Holdings LLC
• Economic development strategy interim update
• Rebranding and website update
• Economic Developer position update

The IDA closed a public hearing on the Crisafulli Holdings LLC application after hearing a project presentation and discussion, with no further comments. The board also received updates on the IDA's strategic framework report and economic impact analysis, and approved the April 19, 2021 minutes. No formal decisions were made on the application.

• Closed public hearing on Crisafulli Holdings LLC application (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2021 meeting
• Registered Benjamin Syden for NYSEDC Annual Meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is meeting to consider several personnel promotions and appointments, and to schedule public hearings for two proposed local laws amending the Town Code. The first proposed law would regulate accessory dwelling units and define finished space, while the second would define and regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb. The board is also promoting three employees to new positions with specified pay rates.

• Public hearing May 27 on local law amending Chapter 190 for accessory uses and accessory dwelling units
• Public hearing May 27 on local law adding short-term rental regulations (Airbnb, VRBO) to Chapter 190
• Promotion of Zachary D. Gallagher to Recreation Maintenance Worker, Grade 8, at $24.83/hr
• Promotion of Anthony M. Gogan to Motor Equipment Operator, Grade 11, at $27.65/hr
• Appointment of Kyleigh A. Belonga as Typist in Justice Department at $33,265/year

The Colonie Town Board held its regular meeting on May 13, 2021, and unanimously adopted all 13 resolutions on the agenda. These included personnel appointments, agreements for police tracking services and contractor services, a bid award for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Repair Program, and authorization to advertise for roof replacements at the North Colonie Baseball Complex. Public comment included residents discussing pickleball court plans and concerns about the Planning Board Chairman, with the Supervisor providing an update on the pickleball project.

• Adopted Resolution 204, appointing Zachary D. Gallagher, Anthony M. Gogan, and Kyleigh A. Belonga (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 205, calling a public hearing on amending Chapter 190 of the Town Code (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 206, calling a public hearing on amending Chapter 190 of the Town Code (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 207, authorizing agreement with South Colonie School District for summer tennis program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 208, authorizing agreement with 3SI for police tracking service (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 209, authorizing contractor service agreement with Corbett Industrial Services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 210, authorizing reimbursement for overestimated water usage at 50 Marriner Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 211, authorizing bids for new roofs at North Colonie Baseball Complex (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is meeting to review three items: a rezoning request, a sketch plan for a fast food restaurant and financial institution, and a final site plan for a new Sam's Club fuel station. The board will make recommendations or decisions on these proposals.

• Rezoning at 1222 Troy Schenectady Rd from SFR to COR
• Sketch plan for 2,145 sq ft fast food restaurant and 2,500 sq ft financial building at 1893 Central Avenue
• Subdivision of property at 1893 Central Avenue into two lots
• Final site plan for Sam's fuel station at 579 Troy Schenectady Road: 136 sq ft service building and 4,787 sq ft fuel canopy with eight dispensers

The Colonie Planning Board approved the final site plan for a new Sam's Club fuel station at 579 Troy Schenectady Road, including a 136-square-foot service building and a 4,787-square-foot fuel canopy with eight dispensers. The board also approved a parking waiver reducing required spaces by 92 to 583. A public hearing on rezoning 1222 Troy Schenectady Road was adjourned to May 18, 2021, and a sketch plan review for a fast food restaurant and financial building at 1893 Central Avenue was discussed with no action taken.

• Approved final site plan for Sam's Club fuel station (unanimous)
• Approved parking waiver reducing required spaces by 92 to 583 (unanimous)
• Adjourned rezoning public hearing for 1222 Troy Schenectady Road to May 18, 2021 (6-0, Shamlian recused)
• Discussed sketch plan for 1893 Central Avenue fast food/financial building; no action taken

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant clarifier rehabilitation project at a total cost of $4,990,000, increased from the originally authorized $4,080,000. The board is also awarding construction and electrical contracts for the project, adopting the 2021 Annual Entitlement Action Plan for federal housing funds, and authorizing several personnel actions and emergency sewer repairs.

• Approved $4,990,000 for Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant clarifier rehabilitation (Resolution 185)
• Awarded $3,802,735 general construction bid to U.W. Marx, Inc. and $513,500 electrical bid to Spring Electric, Inc. (Resolution 191)
• Adopted 2021 Annual Entitlement Action Plan for $374,732 CDBG and $105,751 HOME funds (Resolution 186)
• Authorized tax certiorari settlements totaling $2,347.49 in town refunds for Shaker Creek Townhomes properties (Resolution 187)
• Authorized emergency sewer repairs at 1295 Central Avenue ($7,946.16) and 1 Winslow Drive ($4,769.73) (Resolutions 188, 189)

The Town Board unanimously adopted all resolutions, including approving the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Clarifier Rehabilitation Project and awarding its bid to U.W. Marx, Inc. and Spring Electric, Inc. They also adopted the 2021 Annual Entitlement Action Plan for HUD grants, authorized emergency sewer repairs, and approved several other contracts and appointments. All votes were unanimous with Councilman Rick J Field absent.

• Approved Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Clarifier Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for MVWPC Plant Clarifier Rehabilitation to U.W. Marx, Inc. and Spring Electric, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 Annual Entitlement Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and Section 8 programs (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sewer repair at 1295 Central Avenue by ANJO Construction (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sewer repair at 1 Winslow Drive by ANJO Construction (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Source Energy Infrared, LLC for electrical service (unanimous)
• Declared unimproved portion of Dyke Road surplus and authorized sale (unanimous)
• Appointed Keshana Owens-Cody to Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several development proposals, including a rezoning request, a site plan extension, and sketch/concept plan reviews for commercial projects. The board will make a recommendation on the rezoning and provide feedback on the other proposals.

• Rezoning request for 1222 Troy Schenectady Rd from SFR to COR
• One-year extension for Barbera Homes office/warehouse at 208 Morris Road
• Sketch plan for 42,000 sq ft Latham Ford dealership at 702 Troy Schenectady Rd
• Concept plan for Stewart's Shop with 8 fueling stations at 2005 Central Ave
• Updated sketch plan for Mini Mart with 8 fueling stations at 616 Columbia St Ext

The Colonie Planning Board approved a one-year extension of the prior site plan approval for a 10,000 square foot office/warehouse at 208 Morris Road, with a unanimous vote. The board also accepted the concept plan for a new Stewart's Shop at 2005 Central Avenue. Several other projects were discussed but no action was taken, including a rezoning request, a Latham Ford dealership sketch plan, and a minimart sketch plan.

• Approved one-year extension of site plan approval for Barbera Homes office/warehouse at 208 Morris Road (unanimous)
• Accepted concept plan for Stewart's Shop at 2005 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• No action taken on rezoning request at 1222 Troy Schenectady Road (hearing rescheduled to May 4, 2021)
• No action taken on Latham Ford dealership sketch plan at 702 Troy Schenectady Road
• No action taken on minimart sketch plan at 616 Columbia Street Ext

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Town of Colonie Industrial Development Agency and Local Development Corporation each approved a resolution authorizing a one-year management agreement with the Town of Colonie for staff support services. The agreements, covering January 1 to December 31, 2021, include a $50,000 fee plus expense reimbursement. Both resolutions were adopted by roll call vote.

• IDA management agreement with Town for $50,000 plus expenses
• LDC management agreement with Town for $50,000 plus expenses
• Agreements cover staff support from Comptroller, Purchasing, and Planning & Economic Development departments
• Both resolutions adopted unanimously by roll call vote

The IDA and LDC held a joint meeting and unanimously approved the 2021 management agreements with the Town of Colonie for both entities. They also approved a resolution for Crisafulli Holdings LLC and entered executive session to discuss real property matters, exiting with no action taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2021 Management Agreement with Town of Colonie (IDA) (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Management Agreement with Town of Colonie (LDC) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Crisafulli Holdings LLC (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real property discussions (unanimous)
• Exited executive session with no action taken (unanimous)

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Conservation Advisory Council is holding its regular meeting to conduct routine business, including a vote on the meeting day and time, planning for Conservation Day, reviewing site plans, and discussing Climate Smart Communities actions. They will also provide updates on ongoing projects such as the tree nursery, boot brush stations, and a town-specific planting guide.

• Vote on CAC meeting day and time
• Conservation Day planning
• Site plan review
• Climate Smart Communities actions
• Updates on tree nursery, boot brush stations, and planting guide

The Conservation Advisory Council unanimously approved a Planning Department recommendation to meet once a month, on the first Thursday (with the second Thursday as backup), starting in June 2021. The committee also planned its Conservation Day event for May 1 and discussed potential Climate Smart Community activities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved monthly meeting schedule (first Thursday, backup second Thursday) starting June 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Conservation Day plant sorting for April 30 and public event for May 1

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board held a regular meeting on April 15, 2021, approving several personnel appointments and promotions, including a sewer maintenance foreman, highway worker, building maintenance technician, assessment clerk, and three paramedics. The board also addressed a water pollution control plant project, extending a public hearing due to COVID-19, and finalized a water district extension. Additionally, it authorized a tax certiorari settlement and various bid advertisements.

• Promoted Andrew K. Bosselman to Sewer Maintenance Foreman, Grade 29, at $64,645/year, effective April 19, 2021.
• Appointed James M. Dunn as Highway Maintenance Worker, Grade 8, at $19.86/hour, effective May 3, 2021.
• Appointed Shawn M. Higgins as Assistant Building Maintenance Technician, Grade 10, at $45,262/year, effective May 3, 2021.
• Provisionally appointed Jocelyn A. Gauthier as Assessment Clerk, Grade 8, at $37,403/year, effective May 3, 2021.
• Permanently appointed Nicholas W. Kuchis, Kaitlyn M. Michaud, and Cristal E. Marrero as Paramedics at $54,673/year each, effective April 19, 2021.

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 19 resolutions on the agenda, covering personnel appointments, water district extension, bids for paving and drainage, and various agreements. The public hearing on the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Clarifier Rehabilitation Project was adjourned to the next meeting on April 29, 2021, to allow more public comment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for 7 appointments (unanimous)
• Adjourned Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Clarifier Rehabilitation Project hearing to April 29 (unanimous)
• Established Extension No. 169 to Latham Water District (unanimous)
• Approved Maplewood Volunteer Fire Department Service Award Program list for 2020 (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Appointed Maribeth Duclos to Board of Assessment Review (unanimous)
• Awarded 2021 paving bid to New Castle Paving, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded storm water drainage bid to Anjo Construction, Ltd. (unanimous)

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board is holding a public hearing and regular business meeting on a single application. Premier Fire Apparatus, Inc., represented by ABD Engineers, LLP, seeks approval to relocate approximately 356 feet of a significant stream at 882 Old Albany Shaker Road. The board will consider the application after the hearing.

• Public hearing for stream relocation at 882 Old Albany Shaker Road (W21-001)
• Applicant: Premier Fire Apparatus, Inc., represented by ABD Engineers, LLP
• Relocation of 356 +/- feet of a significant stream

The Significant Environmental Area Management Board (SEAMB) denied a variance request from Premier Fire to build a 19,200-square-foot facility at 882 Old Albany Shaker Road. The project required relocating a stream and disturbing wetlands, which the board found unacceptable. The applicant may reapply.

• Denied variance for 19,200 sq ft building at 882 Old Albany Shaker Road (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing with no public comments
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 PM

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is meeting to review several concept and final plans, including a request to extend the concept approval for a senior housing development on Alice Avenue, updated plans for a medical/office building on Autopark Drive, a flex warehouse proposal on Old Niskayuna Road, and final elevations for an office/retail building on Troy Schenectady Road.

• 1 Alice Avenue: one-year concept extension for Hoffman Senior Housing PDD, 36.6-acre parcel, 140 market-rate senior apartments, 90-unit assisted living facility, $75,000 sidewalk contribution
• 4 & 6 Autopark Drive: updated concept for 240,000 sq ft three-story medical/office building
• 405-415 Old Niskayuna Road: concept for merging six lots into one, six flex warehouse buildings (23,300-34,400 sq ft each)
• 1209 Troy Schenectady Road: amended final plan for two-story 11,610 sq ft office/retail building

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously approved a one-year extension for the Hoffman Senior Housing PDD concept plan at 1 Alice Avenue, extending acceptance until October 9, 2021. The board also unanimously accepted the concept plan for the T&T Flex Warehouse at 405-415 Old Niskayuna Road and approved the amended final plan for the Leccee Retail/Office at 1209 Troy Schenectady Road. No action was taken on the Amedor Medical/Office concept plan at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive.

• Approved one-year extension for Hoffman Senior Housing concept plan (unanimous)
• Accepted T&T Flex Warehouse concept plan (unanimous)
• Approved amended final plan for Leccee Retail/Office (unanimous)
• No action taken on Amedor Medical/Office concept plan

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is meeting to review four development proposals. These include a request for a one-year extension for a senior housing project, an updated concept plan for a medical/office building, a concept plan for a flex warehouse complex, and an amended final plan for a retail/office building. The board will also hear a report from the Planning and Economic Development Director.

• 1 Alice Avenue: Hoffman Senior Housing PDD - one-year concept extension, 140 market-rate senior apartments, $75,000 sidewalk contribution, 90-unit assisted living facility in Phase II
• 4 & 6 Autopark Drive: Amedore Medical/Office - 240,000 sq ft three-story medical/office building
• 405-415 Old Niskayuna Road: T & T Flex Warehouse - six flex warehouse buildings, 23,300-34,400 sq ft each
• 1209 Troy Schenectady Road: Lecce Retail/Office - 11,610 sq ft two-story office/retail building, amended final plan

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously approved a one-year extension for the Hoffman Senior Housing PDD concept plan at 1 Alice Avenue, now expiring October 9, 2021. The board also unanimously accepted the concept plan for the T&T Flex Warehouse at 405-415 Old Niskayuna Road and approved the amended final plan for the Leccee Retail/Office at 1209 Troy Schenectady Road. No action was taken on the Amedor Medical/Office concept plan at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive.

• Approved one-year extension for Hoffman Senior Housing concept plan (1 Alice Avenue) until October 9, 2021
• Accepted concept plan for T&T Flex Warehouse (405-415 Old Niskayuna Road)
• Approved amended Final Plan for Leccee Retail/Office (1209 Troy Schenectady Road)
• No action taken on Amedor Medical/Office concept plan (4 & 6 Autopark Drive)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board is approving a sewer improvement project for the CGM Residential Subdivision at 645 Boght Road, funded entirely by the developer at a cost of $56,761.55. The board is also establishing a temporary outdoor seating program for restaurants, making several personnel appointments, and authorizing reviews of planned development district amendments.

• Approved sewer extension to 645 Boght Road, 5,591 linear feet of 8-inch pipe, $56,761.55 paid by developer
• Established Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval program (April 15–October 15, 2021) with fees up to $150 per application and $500 per tent permit
• Permanently appointed Jeffrey G. Rappold as Police Officer at $58,281/year
• Provisionally appointed Jennifer Kennedy as Community Development Manager at $74,002/year
• Authorized tax certiorari settlement reducing assessment on 7 Takkenkill Road from $852,300 to $800,000

The Town Board accepted the resignation of Town Board Member David Green and appointed Brian Austin to fill the vacancy in a 4-2 vote. The board also approved a resolution amending the appointment of David Green as Town Justice, which passed 4-2 with Green abstaining. All other resolutions on the agenda were adopted unanimously, including the CGM Residential Subdivision approval and the temporary outdoor seating program.

• Accepted David Green's resignation and appointed Brian Austin to fill vacancy (4-2)
• Amended Resolution No. 137 appointing David Green as Town Justice (4-2, Green abstained)
• Approved CGM Residential Subdivision, S.I.A. 2018-004 (unanimous)
• Established Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval program for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted 5 personnel resolutions; 1 withdrawn (unanimous)
• Adopted 20 additional resolutions including budget modifications, bids, and emergency sewer repairs (unanimous)
• Adjourned Resolution No. 164 appointing Assistant Vehicle and Traffic Prosecutor to April 15 meeting (unanimous)

Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is holding a regular meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a sewer improvement project for a subdivision at 645 Boght Road, a temporary outdoor seating program for restaurants, and multiple personnel appointments. The board is also authorizing the review of planned development district amendments and settling a tax certiorari case.

• Approved sewer extension to 645 Boght Road (S.I.A. 2018-004) for $56,761.55, paid by developer
• Established Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval program (April 15-Oct 15, 2021) with fees up to $150 per application and $500 per tent permit
• Permanently appointed Jeffrey G. Rappold as Police Officer at $58,281/year
• Provisionally appointed Jennifer Kennedy as Community Development Manager at $74,002/year
• Authorized tax certiorari settlement for 7 Takkenkill Road, reducing assessment from $852,300 to $800,000

The Town Board unanimously approved the CGM Residential Subdivision (S.I.A. 2018-004) after closing the public hearing. The board also accepted the resignation of Town Board Member David Green and appointed Brian Austin to fill the vacancy, with a 4-2 vote. Additionally, the board adopted numerous resolutions, including establishing a temporary outdoor seating program, authorizing emergency sewer repairs, and approving various contracts and bids.

• Approved the CGM Residential Subdivision (S.I.A. 2018-004) unanimously.
• Accepted David Green's resignation and appointed Brian Austin to fill the vacancy (4-2).
• Established a Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval program for 2021.
• Authorized emergency sewer repairs at 20 Nolan Road and 66 Overlook Avenue.
• Approved contracts for crash mapping, door entry maintenance, and electronic water bill processing.
• Awarded bids for sludge hauling, road base, cold milling, fence, and turf products.
• Approved modifications to the 2021 operating budget for the General Town-Wide Fund.
• Adjourned Resolution No. 164 (appointing Lawrence Magguilli as Assistant Vehicle and Traffic Prosecutor) to the next meeting.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board is holding a remote meeting to review several development proposals, including a mixed-use project with 180 residential units, a senior housing complex, an Amazon warehouse renovation, and a Verizon cell tower. The board will conduct concept, sketch, and final plan reviews, and hold a public hearing for the Verizon facility.

• 1148 Troy Schenectady Road: concept plan for 180 residential units (70 apartments, 68 apartments, 42 cottages) and clubhouse
• 606 and 608 Loudon Road: concept acceptance for 26,000 sq ft retail/restaurant, 85-unit senior living, 92-bed assisted living, 414 parking spaces
• 5 Arrowhead Lane: sketch plan for 12,000 sq ft garage accessory to pavement company
• 1 Mustang Drive, 6 Fonda Road, 20 Green Mountain Drive: sketch plan for Amazon warehouse/distribution facility and new parking
• 396 Watervliet Shaker Road: public hearing and final plan for 79-foot stealth monopine Verizon facility

The Planning Board approved a resolution for the 1148 Troy Schenectady Road project, a mixed-use development with 180 residential units, by a 5-2 vote. The board also unanimously accepted the concept plan for the Loudon Road Planned Development District, which includes retail, senior housing, and assisted living. A public hearing was held and final approval was granted for a Verizon wireless facility at 396 Watervliet Shaker Road, with a negative declaration under SEQRA. No action was taken on the sketch plans for 5 Arrowhead Lane and the Amazon warehouse project.

• Approved resolution for 1148 Troy Schenectady Road mixed-use project (5-2).
• Accepted concept plan for Loudon Road Planned Development District (unanimous).
• Closed public hearing for Verizon facility at 396 Watervliet Shaker Road (unanimous).
• Adopted negative declaration for Verizon facility (unanimous).
• Granted final approval for Verizon facility (5-1, with one recusal).
• No action taken on sketch plan for 5 Arrowhead Lane garage.
• No action taken on sketch plan for Amazon warehouse at 1 Mustang Drive.

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Conservation Advisory Council discussed updates and made a recommendation regarding the Stewart's Shop at 2005 Central Avenue. The CAC agreed to recommend that the developer reduce four parking spaces to create more greenspace and plant a greater variety of trees, with no more than 5% of the same tree type. No formal decisions were made; the council also discussed Arbor Day plans and noted that Town Hall will reopen April 1.

• Recommended Stewart's reduce four parking spaces to increase greenspace
• Recommended Stewart's plant diverse tree species (max 5% same type)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Town of Colonie Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and Local Development Corporation (LDC) are meeting to review and approve several annual reports for fiscal year 2020. These include compliance reports on state sales tax recapture efforts, assessments of internal controls, annual investment reports, and mission statements with performance measurements. The reports indicate no deficiencies or recapture activities, and the investment reports show no interest income or fees paid.

• Annual compliance report (Form ST-62) on state sales tax recapture efforts
• Internal controls assessments for both IDA and LDC, reporting no deficiencies
• Annual investment reports for FY2020, showing no interest income or fees
• Mission statement and performance measurements reports for 2020
• LDC exploring 501(c)(3) status to apply for economic development grants

The joint IDA and LDC board unanimously approved the 2020 audited financial statements, the assessment of internal controls, the annual investment report, the investment policy, the procurement policy and report, the 2020 PARIS reports, and the mission statement and performance measurements report. The board also approved a resolution for additional annual actions (5-0, with one abstention). The Governance Committee discussed requiring completed applications 10 days before board meetings and noted one outstanding questionnaire, with a plan to send a certified-mail notice if not received by Friday.

• Approved 2020 Audited Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved Assessment of Effectiveness of Internal Controls (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Investment Report (unanimous)
• Approved Investment Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Investment Report (unanimous)
• Approved Procurement Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Procurement Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 PARIS Reports and Mission Statement/Performance Measurements Report (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board of Colonie held a regular meeting on March 11, 2021, and considered resolutions for personnel appointments, promotions, and public hearings on sewer projects. The board also authorized contracts for GIS software maintenance, police video surveillance, and property purchase.

• Provisional appointment of Sharon L. Morrison as Senior Resources Case Worker at $49,788/year
• Provisional promotion of Joseph M. Styno to Sewer Inspector Aide at $68,512/year
• Public hearing held open for CGM Residential Subdivision sewer extension at 645 Boght Road
• Public hearing scheduled for Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant clarifier rehabilitation, project cost increased to $4,990,000
• Authorized purchase of 880 Troy-Schenectady Road from Albany County Land Bank for $1.00

The Town Board unanimously adopted the Police Reform Plan pursuant to Executive Order 203, following public hearings on March 9 and 11, 2021. The board also approved numerous resolutions, including personnel appointments, a public hearing for the CGM Residential Subdivision, and various contracts and agreements. Notably, David Green was appointed as Town Justice in a 4-2 vote, with Green abstaining.

• Adopted Police Reform Plan under Executive Order 203 (unanimous)
• Appointed David Green as Town Justice (4-2, Green abstained)
• Held open public hearing for CGM Residential Subdivision until March 25, 2021
• Approved personnel resolutions for six individuals (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 880 Troy-Schenectady Road from Albany County Land Bank (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sewer repair at 18 Caroline Street (unanimous)
• Approved additional Personal Service Time for employees during PAUSE period (unanimous)
• Appointed/reappointed Junior High School Youth Advisory Board members (6-0, Murphy abstained)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will meet remotely to discuss three development proposals and one extension request. The board will consider a one-year extension for a commercial office park at 16 Plaza Drive, a sketch plan for a mixed-use development at 1005 Troy Schenectady Rd, and a sketch plan for a storage shed and gravel area expansion at 1 West Albany Dr. Public comments can be submitted via Zoom registration.

• 16 Plaza Drive: one-year extension for site plan approval of a commercial office business park
• 1005 Troy Schenectady Rd: sketch plan for a 7-unit apartment building and conversion of a single-family home to commercial office
• 1 West Albany Dr: sketch plan for a 3,182 sq ft storage shed and gravel area expansion
• All sites are zoned for commercial or industrial use
• Meeting held remotely due to COVID-19 state of emergency

The Planning Board unanimously approved a one-year extension of the site plan approval for the commercial office business park at 16 Plaza Drive (Century Hill Plaza). Two other items were on the agenda but no action was taken: a sketch plan review for a mixed-use development at 1005 Troy Schenectady Rd was withdrawn by the applicant, and a sketch plan review for a storage shed and gravel area expansion at 1 West Albany Dr received no action.

• Approved a one-year extension of the site plan approval for the commercial office business park at 16 Plaza Drive (Century Hill Plaza), unanimously.
• Withdrew from the agenda at the applicant's request: sketch plan review for a 7-unit apartment building and commercial conversion at 1005 Troy Schenectady Rd.
• Took no action on the sketch plan review for a 3,182 square foot storage shed and gravel area expansion at 1 West Albany Dr.

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting

The Conservation Advisory Council decided to hold its Arbor Day tree distribution as a drive-through event at Town Hall on May 1, with packaging tentatively set for April 30. Members will no longer attend Planning Board meetings; instead, they will receive summary reports. The council also noted a National Grid grant for storm-damaged tree replacement and discussed Tree City USA and planning department grants.

• Scheduled Arbor Day tree distribution for May 1 at Town Hall (drive-through)
• Tentatively set April 30 packaging of trees/seedlings
• Ended requirement for CAC members to attend Planning Board meetings; new summary report system adopted
• Laura Weed volunteered to review draft technical reports for EV/green space grant

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is approving several resolutions, including extending the Latham Water District and a sewer project for the Capital Region BOCES at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road. It also covers appointments, contracts, and a police practices review report.

• Appointed Frank J. Ridner and Keith E. Fogg as Laborers, Grade 7, in DPW/Latham Water at $19.09/hr, effective March 15, 2021.
• Approved Latham Water District Extension No. 169, costing up to $8,000, paid by excess water rents.
• Approved sewer extension for Capital Region BOCES at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road, costing $117,056, paid by developer CIBC Colonie II, LLC.
• Authorized contracts for heating system replacement at William K. Sanford Library: Sage Engineering ($25,400 design, $5,000 construction) and Ambient Environmental ($1,250 survey).
• Renewed Landfill Gas Agreement with Aria Energy Corporation for 5 years (2021-2026).

The Town Board unanimously adopted all 11 resolutions on the agenda, including approving the Latham Water District Extension No. 169 and the Capital Region BOCES project at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road. The board also approved personnel appointments, contracts for library heating system work, a fire tower repair bid, and set public comment dates for the Police Practices Review Committee's draft report. No public comments were received.

• Approved personnel appointments for Frank J. Ridner, Keith E. Fogg, and Tracey E. Elliott (unanimous)
• Approved Latham Water District Extension No. 169 (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Region BOCES project at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road (unanimous)
• Authorized D.A.R.E. Golf Tournament agreement with Schuyler Meadows Club (unanimous)
• Authorized Sage Engineering contract for William K. Sanford Library heating system replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized CHA structural assessments for Pruyn House stairway and carriage house (unanimous)
• Authorized Ambient Environmental hazardous materials survey for library heating project (unanimous)
• Awarded Fire Tower Repair Project bid to Pirri Builders, LLC (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will hold a remote meeting to review two concept plans: a medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive and a conservation subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road. The board will also receive a report on the Planning and Economic Development Department's website. Public participation is available via YouTube and Zoom.

• Concept plan for 240,000+ sq ft three-story medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, with waivers for setback and front-yard parking
• Concept plan for 11-lot conservation subdivision on 9.65 acres at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road, including a 3.56-acre conservation area
• Report on PEDD website update and walk-through

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously accepted the concept plan for a medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, with conditions to address traffic impact concerns. A proposed conservation subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road was tabled by consensus with no action taken. The board also reviewed updates to the Planning and Economic Development Department's website.

• Accepted concept plan for 240,000 sq ft medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled concept plan for 11-lot conservation subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road (no action)

Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Planning Board will meet remotely to review two concept plans: a large medical/office building at Autopark Drive and a residential subdivision on Dunsbach Ferry Road. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with public viewing and comment options provided.

• Concept plan for 240,000+ sq ft medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, with waivers for setback and front-yard parking
• Concept plan for 11-lot conservation subdivision on 9.65 acres at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road
• Public comments accepted via Zoom registration

The Colonie Planning Board unanimously accepted the concept plan for a 240,000-square-foot medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive, conditioned on the applicant addressing traffic concerns. The board also tabled a concept plan for an 11-lot conservation subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road, taking no action.

• Accepted concept plan for Amedore medical/office building at 4 & 6 Autopark Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled concept plan for Dunsbach subdivision at 80 Dunsbach Ferry Road (no action)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Colonie Town Board is taking personnel actions, holding public hearings open for sewer and water district projects, and authorizing tax certiorari settlements. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items, with no major policy changes.

• Appointed Brett P. Sullivan as Recreation Maintenance Worker at $19.86/hr
• Promoted Jesse A. Kean to Water Maintenance Worker at $24.83/hr
• Held open public hearing for sewer extension at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road ($117,056)
• Held open public hearing for Latham Water District Extension No. 169 ($8,000)
• Authorized tax certiorari settlements including $3,728,750 reduction at 221 Wade Road Ext.

The Town Board unanimously adopted 14 resolutions, including personnel appointments, a bid award for the Dry River No. 3 Replacement Project, and agreements for appraisal services, fire department service awards, and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Two public hearings were held open for continued comment. One resolution regarding a personnel promotion was withdrawn.

• Adopted personnel resolutions for 7 appointments (unanimous)
• Held open public hearing for Capital Region BOCES project at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road (unanimous)
• Held open public hearing for Latham Water District Extension No. 169 (unanimous)
• Called public hearing for CGM Residential Subdivision and authorized escrow agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of various tax certiorari proceedings (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Integrated Valuations, LLC for 2021 appraisal services (unanimous)
• Approved volunteer firefighter service award lists for Shaker Road/Loudonville and Fuller Road Fire Departments (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to James H. Maloy, Inc. for Dry River No. 3 Replacement Project (unanimous)