Colonie public meetings in 2024
59 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Thu Dec 19, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board sets 2025 meeting schedule and employee holidays
The Town Board is establishing the 2025 calendar for regular meetings, employee holidays, and payroll dates. The board is also approving several personnel appointments and promotions and authorizing equipment and procurement contracts.
- 2025 Town Board meeting schedule, including an organizational meeting on January 9, 2025
- Promotion of Nicholas T. Sidoti and Shane C. Robichaud to Police Sergeant at annual salaries of $105,835
- Appointment of James M. Coffey (Highway Maintenance Worker, $21.77/hr) and Justin R. Oathout (Laborer, $20.92/hr)
- Contract with The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GACBuy) for water meters for DPW/Division of Latham Water
- Adoption of a new Civil Service Examination Fee Schedule for 2025
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution No. 488 appointing Ryan M. Caponera, Esq. to the position of Town Justice effective January 1, 2025 to fill the unexpired term of Norman C. Massry.
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers nay · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble nay
The other 65 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 18, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA hearing on variance for 85 Coliseum Drive’s 293,600‑sq‑ft office tower
The Town of Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Dec. 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to consider Starlite Associates LLC’s appeal of the Building Department’s denial of a permit for a new four‑story building at 85 Coliseum Drive. The applicant seeks a variance to exceed the 30,000 sq ft building‑footprint limit for the Commercial Office Residential (COR) zone and requests a SEQR determination. Comments may be submitted in person or by email at least 24 hours before the hearing.
- Appeal of denial for a 293,600 sq ft, four‑story office building at 85 Coliseum Drive
- Request for variance to exceed the 30,000 sq ft footprint limit in a COR zoning district
- Public hearing scheduled for Dec. 18, 2024, 7:00 p.m. at 347 Old Niskayuna Road, Latham
- Opportunity for public comments in person or via email ([email protected]) at least 24 hours prior
- Board will also consider a SEQR (State Environmental Quality Review) determination for the project
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Dec 17, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Board reviews building proposals at Watervliet Shaker Rd and Albany St
The Colonie Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider two development applications. The first is a sketch plan for an 8,800 SF steel‑framed building and a 1,730 SF connector at 969 Watervliet Shaker Road, zoned Commercial Office. The second is a concept‑approval extension, SEQR determination and final plan review for an 8,500 SF office/warehouse at 4298 Albany Street, zoned Industrial. Decisions will be made on the proposed constructions.
- Sketch plan review for 8,800 SF steel‑framed building and 1,730 SF connector at 969 Watervliet Shaker Road (Commercial Office zone)
- Concept‑approval extension, SEQR determination and final plan review for 8,500 SF office/warehouse at 4298 Albany Street (Industrial zone)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Accept the concept plan extension.
6 yea
Steven Heider yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea
ii. — Approve a negative declaration under SEQRA.
6 yea
Steven Heider yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea
iii. — Approve the final plan with conditions.
5 yea · 1 abstain
Steven Heider yea · Henry Rosenzweig abstain · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea
Tue Dec 17, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear Dunkin’ Donuts sign permit appeal
The Sign Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Saxton Signs (Dunkin’ Donuts) regarding a denied sign permit. The board will review requests for additional wall and directional signs that exceed current town land use laws.
- Appeal for two wall signs (22.3 sq. ft. and 11.32 sq. ft.) at 151 Vly Road
- Appeal for five 4.72 sq. ft. directional signs at 151 Vly Road
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Dec 16, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
IDA board will consider 2024‑2025 management and audit contracts
The Colonie Industrial Development Agency board will review management contracts for 2024 and 2025. It will also consider contracts for external audits covering those years. The board will adopt the meeting calendar for 2025. No other actions are listed on the agenda.
- Management contracts for 2024 and 2025
- External audit contracts for 2024 and 2025
- Adoption of the 2025 meeting calendar
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Dec 12, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council discusses composting update and next-year priorities
The Council will receive a composting update and discuss priorities for the upcoming year. Other regular business items will be addressed, though no upcoming projects are listed. The meeting will conclude with an announcement of the next CAC meeting on January 16, 2024.
- Composting update
- Discussion of priorities for next year
- Other regular business items
- Announcement of next CAC meeting (January 16, 2024)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Dec 11, 2024
Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting
Board to review two proposed construction projects
The Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board will meet to review proposed construction projects that require environmental permits. The agenda includes a public hearing for a new retail building and a subdivision disturbance.
- Review proposed 4,900sqf retail building at 46 Fuller Road
- Review proposed 800sqf disturbance at 358 Watervliet Shaker Road
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Approve SEAMAB variance for 800 SF of disturbance to connect sewer lateral.
4 yea · 1 absent
Benjamin Garry yea · Carl Baggetta yea · John Conway yea · Debora Banks-Turner absent · Sarah Delaney-Vero yea
i. — Conditionally approve the variance on the condition that the applicant cannot put parking in the easement.
4 yea · 1 absent
Benjamin Garry yea · Carl Baggetta yea · John Conway yea · Debora Banks-Turner absent · Sarah Delaney-Vero yea
Thu Dec 5, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board schedules public hearing on new food‑truck and peddling regulations
The Town Board adopted several personnel appointments and promotions, approved a $49,900 catering contract for the Senior Resources 2025 Lunch & Learn Program, authorized the sale of 36 used cell phones for $515, and approved $8,000.40 in legal fees from the Insurance Reserve Fund. It also rescinded prior fee‑schedule resolutions and adopted new fee schedules for the Police Department and the DPW Division of Pure Waters effective Jan. 1 2025, and it scheduled a public hearing for Jan. 23 2025 on a proposed amendment to Chapter 140 (Peddling and Soliciting).
- Provisional appointment of Laura L. Relation as Assessment Clerk, Grade 8, salary $40,983 effective Dec 9 2024
- Permanent appointment of Adrianna M. Palleschi as Typist, Grade 6, salary $36,450 effective Dec 9 2024
- Award of $49,900 catering contract to Legacy Hospitality & Entertainment Group, LLC for Senior Resources 2025 Lunch & Learn Program
- Sale of 36 used town cell phones to PaceButler Corporation for $515
- Public hearing scheduled Jan 23 2025 at 6:30 PM in Memorial Town Hall on proposed amendment to Chapter 140 (Peddling and Soliciting)
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Laura L. Relation
6 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Adrianna M. Palleschi
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — John A. Ekmalian
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
D. — Zachary F. Zepka
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
E. — William J. Hartshorne, Jr.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
F. — David C. Ogden
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 451 accepting the revised Senior Citizen Club Guidelines for the Senior Resources Department.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 452 awarding the bid to Legacy Hospitality & Entertainment Group, LLC in connection with catering the Senior Resources 2025 Lunch & Learn Program for 11 months and authorizing the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 453 declaring used cell phones as surplus and authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to sell the cell phones to PaceButler Corporation.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 454 rescinding all prior resolutions pertaining to adopting a Fee Schedule for the Police Department and adopting a new Fee Schedule for the Police Department for the year 2025.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 455 rescinding all prior resolutions pertaining to adopting a Fee Schedule for the DPW/Division of Pure Waters and adopting a new Fee Schedule for DPW/Division of Pure Waters for the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 456 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 457 calling a public hearing in connection with a proposed local law of the Code of the Town of Colonie, thereof, amending Chapter 140 of the Town Code.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 458 authorizing the Supervisor to declare an emergency in connection with repair of the sanitary sewer system at 9 Iris Lane by ANJO Construction, Ltd. and authorizing the Comptroller…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 459 authorizing the Supervisor to declare an emergency in connection with repair of the sanitary sewer system at 230 Lishakill Road by ANJO Construction, Ltd. and authorizing the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 460 awarding the bid to Potters Industries, LLC in connection with Thermoplastic Manhole Protection Rings and authorizing the Supervisor to execute an agreement and renewal agreements…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 461 awarding the bid to Ferguson Enterprises, LLC in connection with Polypropylene Extension Rings and authorizing the Supervisor to execute an agreement and renewal agreements for…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 462 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Contractor Service Agreement with Cogsdale Corporation in connection with maintenance and support of the billing software for the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 463 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. in connection with Cogsdale Sewer Billing Migration Project for…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 464 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Amendment No. 5 with Ramboll in connection with additional engineering services related to the River Road Storage and Mohawk View Water…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Dec 4, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA to hear appeal for 86 Fonda Road two‑family dwelling
The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on December 4, 2024. It will consider three adjourned appeals—27 Grapevine Place subdivision, 20 Jules Drive two‑family conversion, and 4 Maplewood Avenue home‑occupation—and two new appeals for 86 Fonda Road and 645 Boght Road. The board will decide whether to grant variances to these projects under the Single Family Residential zoning district.
- Adjourned hearing 24-045 – 27 Grapevine Place subdivision proposal
- Adjourned hearing 24-049 – 20 Jules Drive two‑family dwelling proposal
- Adjourned hearing 24-047 – 4 Maplewood Avenue home‑occupation proposal
- New hearing 24-048 – 86 Fonda Road two‑family dwelling enlargement request
- New hearing 24-054 – 645 Boght Road appeal
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Dec 3, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Review of Afrim’s Outdoor Field project at 4 Jacqueline Ave, including turf and land swap
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then review sketch plans for two proposals. The first is Afrim’s Sports Inc.’s request to install an 86,400‑sq‑ft artificial turf field with lighting at 4 Jacqueline Avenue and to acquire about 24,256 sq ft of adjacent land at 800 Troy‑Schenectady Road. The second is Alliance Infrastructure and Cellco Partnership’s proposal to construct a 124‑foot monopole telecommunications facility at 85A Dunsbach Ferry Road, which is currently zoned Single Family Residential.
- Sketch plan review for 86,400 sq ft artificial turf field and lighting at 4 Jacqueline Avenue (Afrim’s Sports Inc.)
- Lot line adjustment request to acquire ~24,256 sq ft of land at 800 Troy‑Schenectady Road for the same project
- Sketch plan review for a 124‑foot monopole telecommunications facility at 85A Dunsbach Ferry Road (Verizon Wireless)
- Site at 85A Dunsbach Ferry Road is zoned Single Family Residential
- Public hearing scheduled before regular business
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Dec 3, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeals for signs at 19 British American Blvd and 1895 Central Ave
The Sign Review Board will hold public hearings to consider appeals from AJ Signs regarding denied permits for two locations. The board will determine if exceptions should be granted for signs that exceed height and quantity limits set by town law.
- Appeal for a 36.7 sq. ft. wall sign at 19 British American Boulevard (Pursuit) that exceeds the 20 ft. height limit
- Appeal for an additional 26.28 sq. ft. wall sign at 1895 Central Avenue (Broadview) that exceeds the one-sign-per-tenant limit
- Appeal for a 6 sq. ft. directional sign at 1895 Central Avenue that exceeds the 2 sq. ft. limit
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Nov 21, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town adopts new Parks & Recreation fee schedule for 2025
The Town Board approved a series of resolutions, including hiring a part‑time librarian, directing a review of a planned‑development amendment at 29 Preston Drive, and authorizing multiple service agreements. It also rescinded prior fee schedules and adopted a new Parks & Recreation fee schedule effective January 1 2025.
- Establishment of Librarian I (PT) position at $39.83 hourly rate, effective Nov 25 2024
- Authorization for Planning and Economic Development Director to review amendment for a 10’x12’ shed at 29 Preston Drive
- Agreement with City of Troy for Tactical Team Joint Services with the Colonie Police Department for calendar year 2025
- Adoption of new Parks & Recreation Department fee schedule effective Jan 1 2025
- Contract with EDR for SCADA system maintenance at Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant and Lishakill Pump Station, cost not to exceed $10,000
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Paul E. Drezelo
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 433 requiring the Planning and Economic Development Director to review and consider the proposed amendment of 29 Preston Drive in the Canterbury Crossing PDD.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 434 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with the City of Troy in connection with the Tactical Team Joint Services with the Colonie Police Department for Calendar Year…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 435 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Penflex Actuarial Services, LLC in connection with the administration of Length of Service Award Programs to the Town’s…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 436 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and or/settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 437 rescinding all prior resolutions pertaining to adopting a Fee Schedule for the Parks and Recreation Department and adopting a new Fee Schedule for Parks and Recreation for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 438 authorizing the Supervisor to reimburse for overestimated water usage at 12 Dorlyn Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 439 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with EDR in connection with the maintenance of the SCADA system at the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant and Lishakill…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 440 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Engineering Agreement with Arcadis of New York, Inc. in connection with general engineering services for the DPW/Division of Pure Waters…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 441 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement and renewal agreements with Otis Elevator in connection with the maintenance of elevators at various Town sites for the year…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 442 awarding the bid for Turf Products for the year 2025 for the Parks & Recreation Department to Helena Agri-Enterprise LLC, Heritage Landscape Supply Group Inc., Seeton Turf…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 443 awarding the bids for Industrial Chemicals to Amrex Chemical Co Inc., Carus LLC, George S. Coyne Chemical Co Inc., Holland Company Inc., JCI Jones Chemicals Inc., Polydyne Inc…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
1. — Resolution No. 444 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Algonquin Communications for professional services in connection with the Town’s obligations under certain leases…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
2. — Resolution No. 445 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Capital District Physicians Health Plan and Health Equity to administer the Flexible Spending Account Plan for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
3. — Resolution No. 446 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Boght Veterinary Clinic in connection with animal shelter services for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
4. — Resolution No. 447 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Mohawk & Hudson Humane Society in connection with animal shelter services for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 448 of 2024 Resolution approving an Open Development Area at 415A Albany Shaker Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution Pursuant to Article 12A of State of New York Town Law Approving the Proposed Minor Subdivision at 24 Knadler Drive – S.I.A. 2023-001
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Nov 20, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA to hear appeal for shed construction at 20 Vatrano Lane
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several variance requests. A primary focus is an appeal regarding a denied building permit for a shed in a front yard.
- Public hearing for Gary Holle regarding a 12 ft. x 20 ft. shed at 20 Vatrano Lane
- New hearing for Julianne Burns at 1410 Vine Street
- New hearing for Barbara Davis at 20 Jules Drive
- New hearing for Gabriela Mendieta at 4 Maplewood Avenue
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Nov 19, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Planning Board reviews warehouse and automotive facility proposals
The Planning Board will review several development projects, including concept plans for warehouses and an automotive facility. The board will also consider a telecommunications tower and amendments to a National Grid site plan.
- 421 Albany Shaker Road: Proposed 130-foot monopine telecommunications facility
- 1979 Central Avenue: Concept plan for a 30,000 square foot automotive facility
- 45-47 Kunker Avenue: Proposed three-unit apartment building and 1,000 square foot office
- 4093 Albany Street: Addition of three 50-foot lightning masts and two fire walls
- 5, 9, 11 Runway Avenue: Proposed 45,000 and 52,500 square foot warehouse buildings
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Approve the ODA recommendation to Town Board.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
i. — Accept the concept plan.
14 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea · Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
i. — Approve the amended final plan.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
i. — Approve a negative declaration under SEQRA.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
ii. — Approve land use law waiver findings.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
iii. — Approve the final plan.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
Tue Nov 19, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeal for Exyte wall sign
The Sign Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by AJ Sign Company (Exyte). The request seeks to override a Building Department denial for a wall sign that exceeds height and size limits.
- Appeal for a 39.9 sq. ft. wall sign at 22 Century Hill Drive
- Proposed sign height of 44 ft. exceeds the 20 ft. maximum from grade
- Proposed sign size exceeds the maximum allowed 36.80 sq. ft.
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Nov 18, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
Planning Board to review multiple commercial and residential development proposals
The Colonie Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then consider six development applications. Items include a 130‑foot Verizon Wireless telecommunications tower on Albany Shaker Road, a 30,000‑sq‑ft automotive facility on Central Avenue, a mixed‑use project on Kunker Avenue, an amendment to National Grid’s control building on Albany Street, and two warehouse projects on Runway Avenue and Curry Road. The board will review concept plans, an ODA request, and an amended site plan, all subject to zoning and environmental review.
- 421 Albany Shaker Road – ODA review for a 130‑foot Verizon Wireless monopole on Single Family Residential zoning (PL-23-00012)
- 1979 Central Avenue – Concept plan update for a 30,000‑sq‑ft automotive facility on Commercial Office Residential zoning (PL-23-00124)
- 45‑47 Kunker Avenue – Concept plan for a three‑unit residential building and a 1,000‑sq‑ft office on Highway Commercial Office Residential zoning (PL-23-00143)
- 4093 Albany Street – Amended site plan for National Grid adding three 50‑foot lightning masts and two fire walls on Single Family Residential zoning (PL-21-00019)
- 5, 9, 11 Runway Avenue – Concept plans for two warehouses of 45,000 sq ft and 52,500 sq ft in Airport Business Area zoning (PL-24-00017)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Nov 14, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council to discuss composting and climate updates
The Conservation Advisory Council will meet to review a recap of the Schenectady Urban Farms Compost Tour and provide updates on composting, the budget, and Climate Smart Communities.
- Schenectady Urban Farms Compost Tour recap
- Composting update
- Arbor Day discussion
- Budget update
- Climate Smart Communities update
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Nov 13, 2024
Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council meets to discuss composting and climate initiatives
The Colonie Conservation Advisory Council will meet to discuss updates on composting, budget matters, and climate smart community efforts. The meeting will include a recap of a Schenectady Urban Farms compost tour and an Arbor Day presentation. No specific projects are scheduled for comment at this time.
- Schenectady Urban Farms Compost Tour recap
- Composting Update
- Arbor Day
- Budget Update
- Climate Smart Communities Update
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Nov 7, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board schedules public hearing on Open Development Area at 415A Albany Shaker Road
The Town Board will adopt several personnel appointments, including a provisional clerk and permanent emergency medical technicians. It will also approve payments for legal fees, a settlement related to 73 Morris Road, and award contracts for gravel, sand, and HVAC maintenance. Finally, the board is calling a public hearing on November 21 to consider the proposed Open Development Area at 415A Albany Shaker Road.
- Public hearing scheduled for Nov 21, 2024 at 6:30 PM on the Open Development Area at 415A Albany Shaker Road
- Provisional appointment of Lisa Bottillo‑Bessette as Principal Clerk, Grade 9, salary $45,086 effective Nov 12 2024
- Settlement of $8,460 to Eric Chen for the 73 Morris Road watercourse issue, to be deposited in the Open Space fund
- Award of bids to Joseph R. Wunderlich and RJ Valente Gravel Co. for purchase of gravel and sand for 2025
- Payment of $5,991.50 to Rivkin Radler, LLP for legal fees and settlement costs
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Lisa Bottillo-Bessette
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Emily M. Sleurs
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Jacob D. Oathout
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
D. — Ryan T. Roe
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
E. — Johnathon C. Rudat
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
F. — Brendan M. Cooper
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
G. — Samantha Spagnola
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 423 calling a public hearing in regard to the recommendation for the Open Development Area located at 415A Albany Shaker Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 424 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 425 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Stipulation of Settlement in connection with 73 Morris Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 426 awarding bids to Joseph R. Wunderlich and RJ Valente Gravel Co. in connection with the purchase of Gravel and Sand for the year 2025 and authorizing the Supervisor to execute…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 427 awarding the bid in connection with HVAC Preventative Maintenance and Repair for the year 2025 for various Town facilities and authorizing the Supervisor to execute agreements and…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 428 authorizing payment in the amount of $3,926.28 to Jon Whaley in connection with a claim for certain property damage at 84 Mill Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 429 authorizing settlement or discontinuance, subject to judicial approval of the same, pursuant to §68 of the Town Law, of various tax certiorari proceedings.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 430 amending Resolution No. 393 for 2024 in connection with the Preliminary Budget.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution adopting/not adopting the proposed 2025 annual budget.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Nov 6, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA will hear four new zoning appeals on Nov 20, 2024
The Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four new applications at its November 20, 2024 meeting. The items are case 24-052 for 20 Vatrano Lane (Gary Holle), case 24-051 for 1410 Vine Street (Julianne Burns), case 24-049 for 20 Jules Drive (Barbara Davis), and case 24-047 for 4 Maplewood Avenue (Gabriela Mendieta). No decisions have been made prior to the meeting.
- 24-052 – 20 Vatrano Lane – applicant Gary Holle
- 24-051 – 1410 Vine Street – applicant Julianne Burns
- 24-049 – 20 Jules Drive – applicant Barbara Davis
- 24-047 – 4 Maplewood Avenue – applicant Gabriela Mendieta
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Oct 24, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board approves life‑insurance contract for employees costing $20,842 for 2025
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Guardian Life Insurance Company of America to provide life insurance for town employees for the 2025 calendar year at an annual cost of $20,842. It also approved several personnel appointments, a contract for a Medicare Advantage plan for retirees, and an emergency declaration for a Latham Pump Station repair not to exceed $2,572. Additionally, the Board directed the Planning and Economic Development Director to review amendment requests for 12 Justin Street and 47 Justin Street in the Maxwell Road Senior Planned Development District.
- Appointment of Selina C. Waldo as Paramedic with annual salary $59,616
- Life‑insurance agreement with Guardian Life for employees at $20,842 per year
- Medicare Advantage health plan contract with Capital District Physicians Health Plan at $378.56 per participant per month
- Emergency authorization for Latham Pump Station VFD repair limited to $2,572
- Review of proposed amendments for 12 Justin Street and 47 Justin Street in the Maxwell Road Senior PDD
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Selina C. Waldo
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Gregory W. Wyman
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Jacob T. Landis
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
D. — Diane E. Hoeffner
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 405 authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to advertise for bids in connection with catering services for the 2025 Senior Resources Lunch & Learn Series.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 406 authorizing the Supervisor to declare an emergency in connection with the Latham Pump Station VFD repair for the DPW/Division of Latham Water.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 407 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Guardian Life Insurance Company of America to provide life insurance to Town employees for the 2025 calendar year.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 408 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Contract with Capital District Physicians Health Plan in connection with a Medicare Advantage Health Insurance Plan for retirees for 2025.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 409 requiring the Planning and Economic Development Director to review and consider the proposed amendment of 12 Justin Street in the Maxwell Road Senior PDD.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 410 requiring the Planning and Economic Development Director to review and consider the proposed amendment of 47 Justin Street in the Maxwell Road Senior PDD.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 411 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Agreement with the North Colonie Central School District for providing a Town Police Officer to act as a School Resource Officer for…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 412 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Contract with Language Line Services, Inc. in connection with supplying phone/video court certified interpreters when needed in Justice…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No 413 authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to reject all Request for Bids received in connection with the redevelopment and repair of Well #2.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 414 authorizing the Supervisor to renew an Agreement with Algonquin Communications for professional services in connection with the Town’s obligations under certain leases regarding…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 415 Calling a Public Hearing Pursuant to Article 12A of State of New York Town Law in Relation to the Proposed Minor Subdivision at 24 Knadler Drive – S.I.A. 2023-001 and Authorizing…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution authorizing a contract with the Fuller Road Fire Department, Inc. for fire protection within the Fuller Road Fire Protection District.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution authorizing a contract with the Shaker Road-Loudonville Fire Department, Inc. for fire protection within the Shaker Road-Loudonville Fire Protection District.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution authorizing a contract with the Maplewood Fire Department, Inc. for fire protection within the Maplewood Fire Protection District.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution authorizing a contract with the S. W. Pitts Hose Company of Latham, N.Y., Inc. for fire protection within the Latham Fire Protection District.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution Pursuant to §202 of the New York State Town Law Approving the Annual Estimate of Expense of Improvements and Benefit Assessment Roll for the Town of Colonie Sewer Improvement Area.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden absent · Alvin Gamble yea
Tue Oct 22, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Board will review sketch plans for 2056 Central Ave expansion and QuickChek mini‑mart.
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and receive the Planning Department’s report. It will then consider two sketch‑plan applications: a 10,951‑sq ft expansion at 2056 Central Avenue, including additional parking, a loading driveway, and Marilou Street widening; and a 6,730‑sq ft QuickChek mini‑mart with a 6,225‑sq ft fuel canopy and 16 fueling stations at 681 Albany Shaker Road. Both sites are zoned for commercial use (COR/SFR and Airport Business Area). Decisions will be made on the proposed designs and site improvements.
- 2056 Central Avenue – sketch plan review for a 10,951 sq ft building expansion, added parking, loading driveway, and Marilou Street widening; zoned Commercial Office Residential (COR) and Single Family Residential (SFR); applicant 2056 Realty LLC.
- 681 Albany Shaker Road – sketch plan review for a 6,730 sq ft QuickChek mini‑mart with a 6,225 sq ft fuel canopy and 16 fueling stations; zoned Airport Business Area (ABA); applicant Broad & Thomas Partners LLC.
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Oct 21, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
IDA to consider 2024 budget amendments, 2025 budget, and finance member appointment
The Industrial Development Agency Finance Committee will discuss proposed amendments to the 2024 budget and the proposed 2025 budget. The IDA Board meeting will receive those reports and will appoint a new member to the Finance Committee. No other actions are listed.
- Proposed 2024 budget amendments
- Proposed 2025 budget
- Appointment of Finance Committee member
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Oct 17, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Council reviews composting update and opens comments on 45-47 Kunker Ave mixed-use project
The Conservation Advisory Council will receive an update on the town's composting program. It will also announce that public comments on the Hrelja mixed-use development at 45-47 Kunker Avenue are due by November 18. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call and announcements of the next meeting on November 14.
- Composting program update
- Public comment period opened for 45-47 Kunker Ave – Hrelja Mixed-Use project (comments due Nov 18)
- Announcement of next CAC meeting on November 14, 2024
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Oct 16, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA to hear appeal for barber shop permit at 12 Vly Road
The Town of Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on October 16, 2024, to consider an appeal of a Building Department decision regarding a Level II Home Occupation (Barber Shop) at 12 Vly Road. The applicant seeks a Special Use Permit for the proposed use in a Commercial Office Residential (COR) zoning district.
- Public hearing for 12 Vly Road (Michael Kenyon) — Level II Home Occupation (Barber Shop)
- Public hearing for 130 Pollock Road (Greg/Linda Serio)
- Public hearing for 3 Undine Street (Luigi Cicero)
- Review of October 2, 2024 ZBA meeting minutes
- Variance for 6 Morgan Way (Paul Fisk) approved unanimously
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Oct 15, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeal for Tuscan Sun Spa sign
The Sign Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal from AJ Signs regarding a denied permit for Tuscan Sun Spa. The board will determine if a permit should be granted for a sign that does not meet minimum setback requirements.
- Public hearing for 982 Loudon Road (AJ Signs - Tuscan Sun Spa) regarding a 78.02 sq. ft. freestanding sign
- Appeal of a denied permit due to a 2.22 ft. setback, which is less than the required 15 ft. minimum
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Oct 10, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board schedules public hearing on 2025 preliminary budget
The Town Board adopted several personnel appointments and approved payments and agreements, including legal fees, a highway safety grant, and road‑salt purchases. It also directed a public hearing on the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025 to be held on November 7, 2024.
- Provisional appointment of David C. Ogden as Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at $43,737 annual salary
- Reinstatement of Kayla M. Griessler as Paramedic PT at $32.71 hourly rate
- Authorization of $6,524.94 from the Insurance Reserve Fund for legal fees and settlement costs
- Approval of $55,700 Highway Safety Grant for the Police Department
- Scheduling of a public hearing on the FY 2025 preliminary budget for November 7, 2024 at Memorial Town Hall
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — David C. Ogden
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Kayla M. Griessler
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Miranda Morrison
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 389 amending Resolution No. 317-G for 2023 and provisionally appointing Andrew C. Kelly to the position of Utility Locator, Grade 10, in the DPW/Division of Highway.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 390 amending Resolution No. 182-E for 2024 and provisionally appointing Andrew T. Boyd to the position of Storm Water Management Inspector, Grade 10, in the DPW/Division of Highway.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 391 appointing Michael Lang as a member of the Conservation Advisory Council.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 392 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 393 directing a public hearing upon the Preliminary Budget for the fiscal year 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 394 requiring the Planning Board to review and consider a plan amendment to the Montage PDD at 28 Everett Road.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 395 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with New York State to accept funding related to the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee’s Highway Safety Grant Program.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 396 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into Sale & Purchase Agreements with the North Colonie Central School District and South Colonie School District in connection with the supply…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 397 authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to advertise for bids in connection with the Passive Road Surveying software to be utilized on DPW/Highway Vehicles.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 398 awarding the bid for Precast Catch Basins, Manholes, Grade Adjustments and Drywells for the year 2025 and authorizing the Supervisor to enter into agreements and any renewal…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 399 awarding the bid for the Salt/Sand Storage Building Repair and authorizing the Supervisor to enter into agreements for same.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 400 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with CivicPlus in connection with a municipal mass notification system that allows for email, texting and voice communications…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 401 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an agreement with Kenyon Pipeline Inspection LLC for purchase and installation of CIPP Lining pursuant to General Municipal Law 103.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 402 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Agreement with KB Engineering & Architecture, P.C. in connection with the development of a master plan for the North Colonie Youth Baseball…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 403 appointing Mark McCumber to the Albany Airport Authority Regional Advisory Board.
6 yea · 1 abstain
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber abstain · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Oct 9, 2024
Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board schedules public hearing for 2025 Preliminary Budget
The Town Board is scheduling a public hearing for November 7, 2024, to discuss the 2025 preliminary budget. The meeting also includes several personnel appointments and authorizations for grants and service agreements.
- Public hearing for 2025 Preliminary Budget scheduled for November 7, 2024
- Proposed salaries: Supervisor $149,402, Town Clerk $106,032, Councilmen $20,153 each
- $55,700 grant from Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee for Police Department
- Road salt sale agreements with North Colonie and South Colonie School Districts at $64.85 per ton
- Referral to Planning Board for a 19 bay garage at 28 Everett Road (Montage PDD)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Oct 8, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Board reviews updates to two commercial development proposals
The Colonie Planning Board meeting includes a public hearing, a departmental report, and regular business. During regular business, the board will discuss a sketch‑plan update for the 1139 Loudon Rd Boght Veterinary Clinic project, which adds a veterinary clinic, grooming/boarding facility, apartments, a garage, a relocated house and a dog park. The board will also discuss a concept‑plan update for a Chick‑fil‑A at 579 Troy Schenectady Rd, proposing demolition of the existing building and construction of a 5,000 sq ft fast‑food restaurant with outdoor seating and a drive‑through.
- Sketch‑plan update for 1139 Loudon Rd: veterinary clinic (10,800 sf), grooming/boarding (4,800 sf), three two‑story apartments, 2,400 sf garage, relocated house and dog park (zoned COR)
- Concept‑plan update for 579 Troy Schenectady Rd: demolition and new 5,000 sf Chick‑fil‑A restaurant with outdoor seating and drive‑through (zoned HCOR)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Accept updated concept plan.
5 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Joanne Maloy yea
Thu Oct 3, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
The council will discuss composting updates, including the Shaker High School project.
The Conservation Advisory Council will receive updates on composting programs, including a specific project at Shaker High School. No other projects or items are scheduled for discussion. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, announcements, and adjournment.
- Composting updates – Shaker High School project
- General composting program update
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Oct 2, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA to hear variance request for new home at 21/23 Overlook Avenue
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for a variance to allow the construction of a single-family home on a lot that does not meet minimum size and setback requirements. The board will also determine a SEQR status for the appeal.
- Public hearing for 21/23 Overlook Avenue: request for variance for a 9,000+ sq. ft. lot (minimum 18,000 sq. ft.) and 30 ft. front yard setback (minimum 40 ft.)
- Hearing for 6 Morgan Way — Paul Fisk
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Oct 1, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
SRB to hear appeal of Carpet One sign permit denial at 148 Wolf Road
The Sign Review Board will hold a public hearing on October 15, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Public Operations Center to consider Saxton Sign Corp.'s appeal of a denied wall‑sign permit for Carpet One at 148 Wolf Road. The applicant seeks an additional 49.99 sq ft wall sign, 11 ft 8 in tall, which exceeds the one‑sign‑per‑tenant limit in the Town of Colonie Land Use Law. The board will review the special exemption application and decide whether to grant the sign.
- Appeal of denied wall‑sign permit for Carpet One at 148 Wolf Road
- Proposed additional wall sign: 49.99 sq ft, 11 ft 8 in height
- Special exemption request to exceed allowable wall‑sign limit
- Application submitted by Saxton Sign Corp. (Ronald Levesque)
- Public hearing scheduled for Oct 15, 2024, 7:00 p.m. at 347 Old Niskayuna Rd
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Sep 26, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board approves $56,080 water valve actuator service contract
The Colonie Town Board adopted several personnel appointments and promotions, authorized $8,943.36 in legal fees from the Insurance Reserve Fund, and approved multiple contracts and change orders, including a $56,080 award for actuator service to Cummins‑Wagner Company. The Board also scheduled public hearings for fire protection district contracts and authorized the sale of surplus items.
- Provisional appointment of Leslie A. Sissenstein as Personnel Clerk, Grade 8, salary $40,983
- Authorization of $8,943.36 legal fee payments to Rivkin Radler LLP and Cooper Erving & Savage
- Change Order 2G with J Squared Construction Corp. reducing contract by $60,200
- Award of $56,080 contract to Cummins‑Wagner Company for water valve actuator service
- Scheduling of fire protection district public hearings for Oct. 24, 2024
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Leslie A. Sissenstein
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Deborah A. Burke
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Alexandria R. Azer
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 371 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 372 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with the County of Albany regarding the Albany County STOP DWI Program Grant for 2024.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 373 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Contract with Capital District Physicians Health Plan in connection with providing health insurance to Town employees for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 374 calling public hearings in connection with Fire Protection District contracts.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 375 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order 2G with J Squared Construction Corp. in connection with the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Blower Replacement Project.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 376 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order 2E with Spring Electric, Inc. in connection with the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Blower Replacement Project.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 377 awarding the bid to Cummins-Wagner Company, Inc. in connection with actuator service and repair of various valve actuators for the DPW/Division of Latham Water and authorizing the…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 378 declaring used cell phones as surplus and authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to sell the cell phones to PaceButler Corporation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 379 declaring designated EMS items as surplus and authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to dispose of the items using the landfill or recycling process.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 380 declaring items as surplus and authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to advertise the surplus auction and dispose of these items through Collar City Auction…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 381 authorizing the Supervisor to reimburse for overestimated water usage at 15 Sherwood Drive.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 382 appointing Donna Karrat Ryan as a member of the Town of Colonie Industrial Development Agency.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 383 appointing Donna Karrat Ryan to the Town of Colonie Local Development Corporation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 384 authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to approve contract renewals with previously awarded vendors for the remainder of 2024 and 2025 and authorizing the…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 385 Calling a Public Hearing Pursuant to §202-A of the New York State Town Law Relative to the Annual Estimate of Expense of Maintenance and Benefit Assessment Roll for the Town of…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 386 Calling a Public Hearing Pursuant to §202 of the New York State Town Law Relative to the Annual Estimate of Expense of Improvements and Benefit Assessment Roll for the Town of…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 387 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Purchase Contract with Curtis Lumber in connection with the purchase of one (1) girder and six (6) trusses for the repair of the Town of…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Tue Sep 24, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Review of 925 Watervliet Shaker Rd PDD proposing 338 homes and mixed‑use space
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing, receive the Planning Department report, and consider four development proposals. Items include a large mixed‑use Planned Development District at 925 Watervliet Shaker Road, an amendment for Stewart’s Shops at 956 Loudon Road, a rezoning for a multifamily and hotel project at 997 Loudon Road, and a warehouse sketch plan at 855‑861 First Street. The board will make recommendations or approvals for each proposal.
- 925 Watervliet Shaker Road – PDD update: 338 residential units, 39,000 sf office/retail, convenience store; zoned Commercial Office, in Watervliet Shaker Historic District (PL‑22‑00038).
- 956 Loudon Road – Stewart’s Shops amendment: 3,975 sf mini‑mart and two fueling canopies (total 4,460 sf); zoned Highway Commercial Office Residential (HCOR) (PL‑22‑00016).
- 997 Loudon Road – Century House Multifamily PDD rezoning: 105 apartments (176,200 sf), 7,284 sf commercial space, 194 hotel rooms (103,100 sf) (PL‑22‑00024).
- 855‑861 First Street – Lincoln Ave Development Phase 1B sketch plan: 60,000 sf warehouse, loading docks, parking; zoned Industrial (IND) (PL‑24‑00226).
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Approve the final site plan amendment.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
i. — Approve recommendation to Town Board for PDD rezoning.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea
Thu Sep 19, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Council reviews Shaker High School composting presentation and program update
The Conservation Advisory Council will hear a presentation on the composting program at Shaker High School. It will also receive an update on the town’s composting initiatives. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Shaker High School composting presentation
- Composting program update
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Sep 18, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA will hear a variance request for a 4,500‑sq‑ft mini‑mart at 1024 Watervliet Shaker Rd.
The Town of Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 18, 2024 to consider an appeal by Stewart’s Shops Corp. for a variance to construct a 4,500‑square‑foot mini‑mart with fuel pumps at 1024 Watervliet Shaker Road. The proposed project does not meet the required 15‑foot side‑yard setback and the 200‑foot distance from a Single‑Family Residential district as required by the Town’s Land Use Law. The board will also hear a separate appeal for a project at 261 Troy Schenectady Road presented by Nicholas Costa for Valente Building Group.
- Variance request for a 4,500‑sq‑ft mini‑mart at 1024 Watervliet Shaker Road (NCOR zoning district).
- Proposed accessory waste container enclosure, fuel pumps with canopies, and a free‑standing air machine.
- Current setbacks: 12‑ft side yard (required 15 ft) and 64‑ft distance to SFR boundary (required 200 ft).
- Separate hearing scheduled for 261 Troy Schenectady Road (agent Nicholas Costa for Valente Building Group).
- Zoning verification fees listed: Major $215, Minor $115, Other $65 (non‑refundable).
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Sep 17, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeals for wall signs at 861 First St and 1115 Troy-Schenectady Rd
The Sign Review Board will hold public hearings to consider appeals from the Building Department's denial of sign permits. The board will review requests for additional wall signs that exceed current land use laws.
- Appeal for a 67.5 sq. ft. wall sign at 861 First Street (Swan Contracting)
- Appeal for a 27.2 sq. ft. wall sign at 1115 Troy-Schenectady Road (Keeler Honda)
- Hearing for 1115 Troy-Schenectady Road regarding requests for relief on setbacks and total allowable wall sign square footage
- Hearing for Winners Circle (AJ Signs — CHA)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Sep 16, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeals for wall signs at 861 First St and 1115 Troy-Schenectady Rd
The Sign Review Board will hold public hearings to consider appeals from the Building Department's denial of sign permits. The board will review requests for additional wall signs that exceed current land use laws.
- Appeal by Ayzo Ridge Consultants LLC for a 67.5 sq. ft. wall sign at 861 First St (Swan Contracting)
- Appeal by Saxton Sign for a 27.2 sq. ft. wall sign at 1115 Troy-Schenectady Road (Keeler Honda)
- Hearing for 1115 Troy-Schenectady Road regarding requests for relief on setbacks and total allowable wall sign square footage
- Hearing for Winners Circle (AJ Signs — CHA)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Sep 12, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town approves $150,318.25 CIPP lining project for sanitary sewer system
The Town Board adopted several personnel resolutions appointing and promoting staff members. It authorized payments for legal fees, water usage reimbursement, and a police‑related property damage claim. The Board also approved contracts for water‑plant repairs, generator maintenance, road safety improvements, and a library parking lot project. Finally, it approved the purchase and installation of cured‑in‑place pipe lining for the sanitary sewer system at a cost of $150,318.25.
- Approve purchase and installation of CIPP lining from Kenyon Pipeline Inspection, LLC for $150,318.25 to rehabilitate the sanitary sewer system
- Award $332,000 base bid to James H. Maloy, Inc. for Albany Shaker Road Safety Improvements
- Authorize Change Order No. 1 with Koester Associates, Inc. for $7,840 to repair Secondary Clarifier 3 at the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant
- Authorize Contractor Service Agreement with Cummins, Inc. for generator and transfer switch maintenance, not to exceed $5,000
- Authorize payment of $4,296.58 to property owners of 22 Iris Lane for police‑response property damage
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Luke S. King
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
B. — Dale R. Ashline
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
C. — Samantha N. Sutton
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
D. — Sandra M. Guerro
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
E. — Leah M. Reece
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 361 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 362 authorizing the Supervisor to reimburse for overestimated water usage at 25 Eva Street.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 363 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order No. 1 with Koester Associates, Inc. in connection with the labor and materials to repair the Secondary Clarifier 3 at the Mohawk…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 364 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Contractor Service Agreement with Cummins, Inc. in connection with the service and maintenance of the generator and transfer switch for the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 365 authorizing the payment of $4,296.58 to the property owners of 22 Iris Lane.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 366 awarding bid to James H. Maloy, Inc. in connection with the Albany Shaker Road Safety Improvements and authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement for same.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution No. 367 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with RDM Construction Companies in connection with labor, equipment and materials to sealcoat and reinstall pavement markings…
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution Pursuant to Article 12A of New York State Town Law Approving the purchase and installation of CIPP Lining from Kenyon Pipeline Inspection, LLC.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Resolution Pursuant to Article 12A of New York State Town Law Approving the Proposed Mixed Use Development at 363 Troy-Schenectady Road – S.I.A. #2020-004.
6 yea · 1 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble absent
Wed Sep 11, 2024
Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board approves $150,318 CIPP sewer lining project and several personnel actions
The Town Board of Colonie adopted a resolution to purchase and install cured‑in‑place pipe (CIPP) lining from Kenyon Pipeline Inspection, LLC for up to $150,318.25 to rehabilitate the sanitary sewer system. The board also approved multiple personnel appointments and promotions, authorized legal fee payments of $8,290.80, reimbursed overestimated water usage of $3,463.01, and authorized contracts for water plant repairs, generator maintenance, road safety improvements, and library parking lot work.
- Purchase and installation of CIPP lining for $150,318.25 (Kenyon Pipeline Inspection, LLC)
- Award of $332,000 low‑bid contract to James H. Maloy, Inc. for Albany Shaker Road Safety Improvements
- Change Order No. 1 with Koester Associates, Inc. for $7,840 to repair Secondary Clarifier 3 at Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant
- Service agreement with Cummins, Inc. up to $5,000 for generator and transfer switch maintenance for DPW/Division of Pure Waters
- Payment of $8,290.80 to legal service providers (Lequire Shorthand Reporters $1,020; Cooper Erving & Savage $7,270.80)
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Sep 4, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals to hold hearing for 15 Fenway Drive
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a new hearing regarding a request for 15 Fenway Drive. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.
- Hearing 24-036: 15 Fenway Drive – Michael Lang
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Sep 3, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board will hear case 24-036 for 15 Fenway Drive
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on case 24-036. The hearing concerns a zoning appeal for the property at 15 Fenway Drive. The applicant listed is Michael Lang. No decision is recorded on the agenda.
- Hearing on case 24-036 – 15 Fenway Drive (applicant Michael Lang)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Aug 22, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board approves multiple staff appointments and legal expenditures
The Town Board is deciding on several personnel appointments across various departments and authorizing payments for legal fees. The board is also reviewing a PDD amendment for a deck installation and renewing drone liability insurance.
- Authorization of $15,008.15 in legal fees and settlements from the Insurance Reserve Fund
- Agreement with BOCES for a School Resource Officer with an annual reimbursement of $81,411.00
- Renewal of unmanned aircraft liability insurance for $2,855.00
- Review of a proposed amendment to the Canterbury Crossings PDD for a deck at 13 Eagles Lane
- Appointments of staff including a Town Publications Coordinator/Developer at $72,868 annually
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Adrianna Palleschi
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Jasen M. Surprenant
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Janice Priess
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
D. — Gabraella P. Wescott
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
E. — Jeffrey G. Malo
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
F. — Susan J. Vail
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
G. — Jean Ann Riedell
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
H. — Jocelyn A. Gauthier
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
I. — Valarie J. Donahue
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 347 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 348 requiring the Planning and Economic Development Director to review and consider the proposed amendment of the Canterbury Crossings PDD.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 349 authorizing acceptance of a proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. in connection with renewal of the Town’s unmanned aircraft liability insurance coverage…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 350 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Agreement with BOCES for providing a Town Police Officer to act as a School Resource Officer.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 351 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Agreement with the South Colonie Central School District for providing a Town Police Officer to act as a School Resource Officer.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 352 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Lexis Nexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of the Desk Officer Reporting System software for the Police…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 353 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Lexis Nexis Coplogic Solutions in connection with the BuyCrash reporting program.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 354 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Law Enforcement Agreement with Lexis Nexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc., to provide products and services related to law enforcement records…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 355 authorizing the General Services Director to approve contract renewals for various 2024 published solicitations and authorizing the Supervisor to enter into agreements with the…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 356 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Penflex Actuarial Services, LLC, to provide cost estimates for potential amendments to the Length of…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 357 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Statement of Intent with the Stormwater Coalition of Albany County for 2025.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Aug 21, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA hearing appeals for 36 Hillard Ln, 3 Island View Rd, 71 Sand Creek Rd
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an adjourned hearing for 36 Hillard Lane (case 24-031) and new hearings for 3 Island View Road (case 24-034) and 71 Sand Creek Road (case 24-024). The parties are Pradeep Karuvaril, Stacey Rowland, and Jeremiah Erickson representing Chameleon Property Services LLC.
- Adjourned hearing – 24-031 – 36 Hillard Lane (Pradeep Karuvaril)
- New hearing – 24-034 – 3 Island View Road (Stacey Rowland)
- New hearing – 24-024 – 71 Sand Creek Road (Jeremiah Erickson, Chameleon Property Services LLC)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Aug 20, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Planning Board to review St. Ambrose Church expansion plans
The Planning Board will meet to review a concept plan update for the St. Ambrose Church site. The proposal includes new construction and parking lot reconstruction.
- Proposed 4,174 square foot church office/pastoral room at 335 Old Loudon Rd.
- Proposed 33,267 square foot academic wing and gymnasium at 335 Old Loudon Rd.
- Parking lot reconstruction at 335 Old Loudon Rd.
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Accept the concept plan.
6 yea
Steven Heider yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Paul Leo yea · Michael Malone yea · Joanne Maloy yea
Tue Aug 20, 2024
Sign Review Board (SRB) - Regular Meeting
Sign Review Board to hear appeals for Don Juan’s and Starbucks
The Sign Review Board will hold public hearings to consider appeals from business owners whose sign permit applications were denied by the Building Department Director. Both cases involve requests for additional wall signs that exceed the current limit of one wall sign per tenant.
- Appeal for Don Juan’s Mexican Grill & Cantina (697 Troy Schenectady Road) for a 66 sq. ft. wall sign
- Appeal for Starbucks (549 Troy Schenectady Road) for two 19.6 sq. ft. wall signs and two 4.72 sq. ft. wall signs
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Aug 19, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
Board will consider consent for Starlite Associates’ 85 Coliseum Drive project
The Colonie Industrial Development Agency board will meet to review unfinished business on 272 Old Maxwell Road, appoint an officer and secretary, and vote on project consent for Starlite Associates at 85 Coliseum Drive. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment, approval of prior minutes, and reports from officers and committees.
- 272 Old Maxwell Road – unfinished business item
- Appointment of Officer, Secretary
- Starlite Associates – project consent for 85 Coliseum Drive
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Aug 15, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Colonie Conservation Advisory Council to discuss composting update
The Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to receive an update on composting. No upcoming projects are listed for comment at this time.
- Composting update
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Aug 14, 2024
Significant Environmental Areas Management Appeals Board - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council will discuss a composting update
The Conservation Advisory Council will meet on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Operations Building. The agenda includes a regular‑business item to provide an update on composting. No upcoming project comments are scheduled. The council announced that its next meeting will be on September 5, 2024.
- Composting update (regular business item)
- Announcement of next CAC meeting on September 5, 2024
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Aug 8, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town Board approves $172,280 contract for Mohawk View Water pump station switchboards
The Town Board will adopt a series of resolutions covering personnel appointments, legal fee payments, and multiple contracts for town projects. Highlights include authorizing $28,720.70 in legal expenses from the Insurance Reserve Fund and approving a $172,280 contract with Spring Electric for the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant main pump station switchboards. Additional approvals involve a $13,076 demolition contract for 12 Arrowhead Lane, a $18,918 valve replacement at the same plant, and a $1,000 emergency water service at 92 Forts Ferry Road.
- Appointment of Richard A. Sliwka as Attorney (Intern) with annual salary $72,868, effective Aug 19, 2024
- Creation of Recreation Maintenance Worker position, appointed Seamus P. Seymour at $21.77 per hour, effective Aug 12, 2024
- Authorization of $28,720.70 payment from the Insurance Reserve Fund for legal fees to listed law firms
- Award of $172,280 contract to Spring Electric, Inc. for Main Pump Station Switchboards at Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant
- Approval of $13,076 contract with Hous4gens LLC for partial interior demolition of 12 Arrowhead Lane, Building One
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Richard A. Sliwka
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Seamus P. Seymour
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Josephine Carrasquillo
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 332 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 333 authorizing the Supervisor to execute an Agreement with the Industrial Medical Associates Group in connection with employee fitness for duty evaluations.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 334 authorizing the Supervisor to declare an emergency in connection with a service call at 92 Forts Ferry Road by J. Ellrott Excavating, Inc. for the DPW/Division of Latham Water.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 335 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Hous4gens LLC in connection with the partial interior demolition of 12 Arrowhead Lane, Building One.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 336 authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Contractor Service Agreement with Adirondack Mechanical Services, LLC in connection with providing labor and materials to replace the scum…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 337 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order No. 1 to the contract with ANJO Construction, Ltd. in connection with the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Repair Program – Group 1 for the…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 338 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Contractor Service Agreement with Adirondack Mechanical Services, LLC in connection with the replacement of the grit tank #2 header pipes…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 339 awarding the bid for the Mohawk View Water Pollution Control Plant Main Pump Station Switchboards for 2024 to Spring Electric, Inc. and authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 340 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order No. 1 with Campito Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in connection with the Public Operations Building HVAC Cooling Tower Replacement…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 341 authorizing acceptance of a proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. in connection with renewal of the Town’s auto insurance coverage with Selective…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 342 authorizing acceptance of a proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. in connection with renewal of the Town’s excess auto insurance coverage with Travelers…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 343 Calling a Public Hearing Pursuant to Article 12A of New York State Town Law in Relation to the Proposed Mixed Use Development at 363 Troy-Schenectady Road – S.I.A. #2020-004 and…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 344 Calling a Public Hearing Pursuant to Article 12A of New York State Town Law in Relation to the purchase of CIPP Lining from Kenyon Pipeline Inspection, LLC.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 345 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Agreements between the Town of Colonie Emergency Medical Services Department and various locations to act as American Heart Association…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Wed Aug 7, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA will hear a zoning appeal for 36 Hillard Lane
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on two applications at its August 7, 2024 meeting. Application 24-031 concerns 36 Hillard Lane submitted by Pradeep Karuvaril. Application 24-033 concerns 11 Bittersweet Lane submitted by Charles Rappazzo. The board will consider any requested variances or appeals for these properties.
- 24-031 – Hearing on 36 Hillard Lane (applicant Pradeep Karuvaril)
- 24-033 – Hearing on 11 Bittersweet Lane (applicant Charles Rappazzo)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Tue Aug 6, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Planning Board reviews 85 Coliseum Dr office building and 1979 Central Ave automotive facility
The Colonie Planning Board will hold a public hearing and hear the Planning Department report. It will review a sketch plan update for a proposed 4‑story, 136,400‑sq‑ft office building with a 4‑level parking garage at 85 Coliseum Dr. It will also review a concept plan for a new 30,000‑sq‑ft automotive facility at 1979 Central Ave. Both sites are zoned Commercial Office Residential (COR).
- 85 Coliseum Dr: sketch plan update for 4‑story, 136,400 sq ft office building and 4‑level parking garage (Applicant: Starlite Associates LCC)
- 1979 Central Ave: concept plan for 30,000 sq ft automotive facility (Applicant: WCCS Albany, LLC)
- Public hearing on the two development proposals
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Accept the concept plan.
7 yea
Steven Heider yea · Paul Leo yea · Henry Rosenzweig yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea · Kevin Bronner yea · Michael Malone yea
Thu Aug 1, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Council will receive a composting program update at the August meeting
The Conservation Advisory Council will hear a composting update as regular business. No upcoming project comments are scheduled. The meeting will also include announcements about the next CAC meeting on August 15.
- Composting update (regular business)
- No upcoming project comments
- Announcement of next CAC meeting on August 15
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Jul 25, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Town approves $168,230 insurance renewal for property and equipment coverage
The Town Board adopted several personnel appointments, approved an emergency repair for the fire training center, and authorized contracts for police livescan support and road safety inspections. The Board accepted a $168,230 proposal for property and equipment breakdown insurance coverage with Travelers. Additional contracts include a $78,500 agreement for Albany Shaker Road safety inspections and a $6,200 agreement for annual livescan system maintenance.
- Acceptance of $168,230 property and equipment breakdown insurance renewal with Travelers
- Agreement with Creighton Manning Engineering for Albany Shaker Road Safety Improvements, up to $78,500
- Agreement with Data Works Plus for RICI Plus Livescan System maintenance, not to exceed $6,200
- Emergency repair authorization for SCBA tank fill compressor at Municipal Fire Training Center, $7,799.20
- Appointment of Daniel A. Kunker as Recreation Maintenance Worker, Grade 8, at $21.77 hourly
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Daniel A. Kunker
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Mason R. Layman
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
C. — Jonathan T. Bleichert
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
D. — Liam J. Eggleston
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
E. — Robert W. Rodgers
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 322 approving the appointment of an Emergency Services Committee Operations Officer.
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 323 authorizing the Supervisor to declare an emergency in connection with the repair of the (SCBA) tank fill compressor at the Municipal Fire Training Center by Air Compressor…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 324 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Data Works Plus in connection with the annual maintenance and support for the RICI Plus Livescan System for the Police…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 325 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Creighton Manning Engineering, LLP in connection with the Albany Shaker Road Safety Improvements Project.
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 326 authorizing acceptance of a proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. in connection with renewal of the Town’s Property and Equipment Breakdown insurance…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 327 authorizing acceptance of a proposal from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. in connection with renewal of the Town’s Commercial Inland Marine insurance coverage…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 328 authorizing the Director of Purchasing and General Services to advertise for a Request for Proposal in connection with roof replacements for the Meeting House and Barn Building at…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 329 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Albany Medical Center Hospital in connection with the purchase of medications for the Emergency Medical Services…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 330 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with CHA Solutions for the architectural and engineering services in connection with the necessary repair work on the DPW salt…
5 yea · 2 absent
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field absent · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber absent · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Tue Jul 23, 2024
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Planning Board reviews ALDI grocery store concept plan on Loudon Road
The Colonie Planning Board will hold a public hearing, receive the Planning Department report, and consider three regular business items. Item a is a minor site plan waiver for front and rear setbacks at 804 Loudon Road (Bank of America). Item b is a concept plan review for a new 20,644‑sq‑ft ALDI grocery store at 829/831 Loudon Road. Item c is a concept plan review for St. Ambrose Church expansion, including a 4,174‑sq‑ft office/pastoral room and a 33,267‑sq‑ft academic wing and gymnasium at 335 Old Loudon Road.
- 804 Loudon Rd – minor site plan waivers for front and rear setbacks (zoned HCOR) – PL-23-00128
- 829/831 Loudon Rd – concept plan review for 20,644 sq ft ALDI grocery store (zoned COR, TDE: CHA) – PL-24-00036
- 335 Old Loudon Rd – concept plan review for St. Ambrose Church expansion (4,174 sq ft office/pastoral room, 33,267 sq ft academic wing and gym, parking lot reconstruction; zoned MFR, TDE: CHA) – PL-24-00065
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
i. — Approve waiver request.
4 yea
Steven Heider yea · Paul Leo yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea
i. — Accept the concept plan.
4 yea
Steven Heider yea · Paul Leo yea · Ricahrd Barlette yea · Joanne Maloy yea
Thu Jul 18, 2024
Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council to review KDP Automotive project
The Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to discuss composting updates and provide comments on a project at 1979 Central Ave. Comments for the KDP Automotive project are due by July 19, 2024.
- Composting update
- Project comments for 1979 Central Ave – KDP Automotive
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Wed Jul 17, 2024
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) - Meeting
ZBA to hear appeal for front-yard shed at 10 Grenada Terrace
The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several zoning requests, including an appeal by David Plouff to build a 12 ft. x 16 ft. shed in a front yard. The board will also consider new hearings for properties on Undine Street and Albany Shaker Road.
- Appeal for 12 ft. x 16 ft. shed at 10 Grenada Terrace
- New hearing for 3 Undine Street (Luigi Cicero)
- New hearing for 415A and 421 Albany Shaker Road (Alliance Infrastructure, Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless, and James H. Maloy, Inc.)
- Adjourned hearing for 104 Sand Creek Road (Dominic Ieraci, Agent for Manuel Mizhirumbay)
- New hearing for 10 Grenada Terrace (David Plouff)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Mon Jul 15, 2024
Industrial Development Agency (IDA) - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals to hear appeal for front-yard shed at 10 Grenada Terrace
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider several zoning appeals and new hearings. A primary item is a request for a variance to allow a 12 ft. x 16 ft. shed in the front yard of 10 Grenada Terrace, which is currently prohibited in a Single Family Residential district.
- Public hearing for variance request: 12 ft. x 16 ft. shed at 10 Grenada Terrace
- New hearing: 3 Undine Street (Luigi Cicero)
- New hearing: 415A and 421 Albany Shaker Road (Alliance Infrastructure, Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless, and James H. Maloy, Inc.)
- Adjourned hearing: 104 Sand Creek Road (Dominic Ieraci, Agent for Manuel Mizhirumbay)
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Public Operations Center, 347 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Thu Jul 11, 2024
Town Board - Regular Meeting
Colonie Town Board approves water main and stormwater infrastructure updates
The Colonie Town Board met to approve several personnel appointments and municipal contracts. This included a change order for the Brookhill Drive area water main project and an agreement for West Albany stormwater studies. The board also awarded bids for emergency medical equipment.
- Change order for Brookhill Drive, Cascade Terrace, and Ashford Lane water main project
- Engineering agreement with Barton & Loguidice for West Albany Stormwater Project
- Bid award to Stryker Sales LLC for ambulance cots up to $145,000
- Appointment of Joseph Peregrim as Assistant Engineer
- $4,000 settlement for property damage at 44 Loudon Parkway
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Town Hall, 534 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. — Joseph Peregrim
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
B. — Amanda C. Guzy
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 310 designating a Climate Smart Communities Coordinator.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 311 authorizing the Supervisor to execute Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Anjo Construction in connection with the Brookhill Drive, Cascade Terrace and Ashford Lane area Water…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 312 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Barton & Loguidice in connection with the West Albany Stormwater 2024 Phase I…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 313 authorizing expenditure of funds from the Insurance Reserve Fund for payment of legal fees, expenses and/or settlement in connection with litigation.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 314 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with HERA Property Registry, LLC in connection with the monitoring and registration of vacant/abandoned/foreclosed properties…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 315 awarding the bid to Stryker Sales LLC in connection with the purchase of Stryker Powered Ambulance Cots for the Emergency Medical Service Department and authorizing the Supervisor…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 316 awarding the bid to Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment in connection with Remount TSU-2 Utility Body to New Chassis 2024 for the Emergency Medical Service Department and authorizing…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 317 awarding the bids to Milton Cat, Inc. and Grassland Equipment & Irrigation Corp. in connection with the OEM parts and Aftermarket Parts IV for the DPW/Division of Fleet Maintenance.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 318 authorizing the payment in the amount of $4,000.00 to Michael Haggerty in connection with a claim for property damage at 44 Loudon Parkway.
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 319 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Systems Development Group, Inc. in connection with support for the Town of Colonie’s Image Mate software in the…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea
Resolution No. 320 authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Santore’s World Famous Fireworks, LLC in connection with the fireworks display on August 17, 2024 in the amount of…
7 yea
Peter Crummey yea · Rick Field yea · Melissa Jeffers yea · Kristen Blais yea · Mark McCumber yea · Jeffrey Madden yea · Alvin Gamble yea