Middletown public meetings in 2021

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will consider 17 resolutions at its December 21, 2021 meeting, covering budget transfers, contracts, and public works items. Key actions include reallocating $2.2 million in ARPA funds for the Streetscape Project, authorizing a water treatment plant management contract with JCO, Inc., and approving several smaller budget transfers and donations. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public participation, with no public hearings or local laws scheduled.

• Resolution to modify Resolution 146-21 for use of $2.2 million ARPA funding for Streetscape Project
• Resolution to authorize Mayor to sign contract with JCO, Inc. for water treatment plant management
• Resolution to authorize $12,000 transfer within DPW 2021 budget for overtime
• Resolution to add stop sign at Cottage Street and Vincent Drive intersection
• Resolution to approve $8,545 asbestos survey and $8,930 pre-demolition asbestos survey with QuES&T

The Common Council approved all 15 resolutions on the agenda by an 8-0 vote (Ald. Masi absent), covering budget transfers, contract renewals, and code amendments. Key approvals included a $29,998.75 playground equipment contract, a $2.2 million ARPA funding reallocation for the Streetscape Project, and a 2022 water treatment plant management contract at $8,750/month. The council also approved a six-month extension for the Presidential Heights Realty Subdivision and several traffic code changes on Vincent Drive.

• Approved $29,998.75 playground equipment contract with Miracle Recreation (8-0)
• Approved postponing $2.2M ARPA Streetscape funding to 2nd tranche (8-0)
• Approved 2022 JCO water treatment plant contract at $8,750/month (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Humane Society of Port Jervis contract renewal (8-0)
• Approved $21,691,547 Assessment Collector's Warrant for 2022 (8-0)
• Approved Vincent Drive yield street and stop street code amendments (8-0)
• Approved $8,545 asbestos survey at 25 South Street (8-0)
• Approved 6-month extension for Presidential Heights Realty Subdivision (8-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will consider a series of resolutions, including major funding for the O&W Building Restoration Project, several budget transfers, and amendments to the City Code. Public hearings and unfinished business are not on the agenda.

• Resolution to approve $3,000,000 in ARPA funds for the O&W Building Restoration Project
• Resolution committing up to $1,000,000 of City funds to the O&W Building Restoration Project
• Resolution to amend City Code to prohibit double parking
• Resolution to authorize $195,261.85 transfer from Water Fund Balance for purchase of 28 Pilgrim Corners Road
• Resolution to amend City Code to change Common Council meeting time from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Common Council approved funding for the O&W Building Restoration Project, committing $3 million from ARPA funds and up to $1 million from the General Fund. The council also heard a presentation on the school district's $83.2 million Twin Towers modernization project, which goes to a public vote on December 14th. All resolutions passed 8-1, with Ald. Burr absent.

• Approved $3M ARPA transfer for O&W Building Restoration (8-1)
• Approved $1M General Fund commitment for O&W project (8-1)
• Approved Fusco Engineering as O&W consulting engineer (8-1)
• Approved amended water/sewer hookup fee ordinance (8-1)
• Approved $195,261.85 transfer for 28 Pilgrim Corners Road purchase (8-1)
• Approved $63,650 in surplus vehicle auction awards (8-1)
• Approved double parking prohibition ordinance, $100 fine (8-1)
• Approved meeting time change to 7:30 PM starting Jan 18, 2022 (8-1)

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing multiple resolutions including the adoption of the 2022 annual budget. The agenda also includes various budget transfers for IT assessments, fire department heating costs, and equipment purchases.

• Adoption of the 2022 annual budget
• $10,000.00 transfer for IT Assessment and Strategic Planning Report
• $45,500.00 transfer for an emergency boiler replacement at the Parks and Recreation Building
• Approval of a settlement with the Town of Wawayanda regarding water and sewer hookup fees
• Acceptance of a $25,000.00 donation from the Downtown Middletown BID for an electric litter vacuum

The Common Council voted unanimously to adopt the 2022 city budget, which includes a 1.7% tax rate increase, an average household increase of $55, and a water/sewer rate increase to $17.17. The council also approved numerous contracts and transfers, including a $42,000 workers' compensation consultant contract with Marshall & Sterling, a one-year contract with the Middletown Humane Society, and a $155,000 transfer for two all-terrain litter vacuum vehicles. All resolutions passed with a 9-0 vote.

• Adopted 2022 city budget with 1.7% tax rate increase (9-0)
• Approved $42,000 contract with Marshall & Sterling for workers' comp consulting (9-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Middletown Humane Society for 2022 (9-0)
• Approved $155,000 transfer for two all-terrain litter vacuum vehicles (9-0)
• Accepted $25,000 donation from Downtown Middletown BID for electric litter vacuum (9-0)
• Approved $45,500 transfer for emergency boiler replacement at Parks and Recreation building (9-0)
• Approved purchase of 47 Sproat Street from bulk lien provider (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer for IT assessment report from Maple Hill Walkway project (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including budget transfers, city code amendments, and appointments. Key items include adding stop signs, awarding traffic and streetscape bids, and increasing part-time police dispatcher pay. The agenda also includes a resolution to confirm the mayor's appointment of Richard McCormack as City Clerk.

• Resolution to amend City Code Chapter 460 to add stop signs
• Resolution to award bids for Traffic Operations, Streetscape, and ARP-funded projects
• Resolution to transfer $60,000 for Fire Department overtime and $60,000 for Police overtime
• Resolution to increase part-time police dispatcher hourly rate from $17.00 to $21.00
• Resolution to confirm Richard McCormack as City Clerk, effective December 6, 2021

The Common Council approved a $26,162,140.70 bid to Boyce Excavating Co., Inc. for traffic operations, streetscape, and ARP-funded work, contingent on DOT review. It also adopted a comprehensive parking ordinance overhaul, confirmed Richard McCormack as City Clerk, and approved several budget transfers and a pay increase for part-time police dispatchers.

• Awarded $26,162,140.70 bid to Boyce Excavating Co., Inc. for traffic/streetscape/ARP work (9-0)
• Adopted parking ordinance updates including new overnight permit fees ($120/year) and fines (9-0)
• Confirmed Richard McCormack as City Clerk effective Dec 6, 2021 (9-0)
• Increased part-time police dispatcher pay from $17 to $21/hour (9-0)
• Approved $60,000 transfer for new tandem roller for street dept (9-0)
• Approved $469,948.60 temporary loan from General Fund for DRI park projects (9-0)
• Authorized $10,000 transfer for ARPA consulting contract with RBT (9-0)
• Declared two 2006 police Tahoes surplus for auction (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will hold a public hearing on a CDBG-CV CARES grant application for the O&W Building Restoration Project and consider several resolutions, including authorizing the mayor to sign documents for a $4.1 million state grant for the same project. Other items include a zoning change to allow limited residential use on the first floor of commercial buildings in the DMU district, a tax exemption for city watershed lands, declaring DPW vehicles surplus, and salary increases for recreation superintendents. The agenda is mostly routine, with no unfinished business or local laws.

• Public hearing on NYS CDBG-CV CARES Funds for O&W Building Restoration Project
• Resolution to allow limited residential use of first floor in DMU zoning district
• Resolution to authorize mayor to sign documents for $4.1 million NYS Homes and Community Renewal grant for O&W Project
• Resolution to exempt city watershed lands from real estate taxes for 2023
• Resolution to approve salary increases for new Recreation Superintendent and Assistant

The Common Council approved a resolution to appropriate $11,699,203 for the Middletown Traffic Operations Stage 1 project, covering additional preliminary engineering and construction costs. The Council also authorized the Mayor to sign documents for a $4.1 million CDBG-CARES grant application for the O&W Building restoration project. All resolutions passed 8-0, with Ald. Masi absent.

• Approved $11,699,203 appropriation for Middletown Traffic Operations Stage 1 (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign CDBG-CARES grant application for $4.1M O&W Building restoration (8-0)
• Amended DMU zoning to allow limited residential use on first floor with Planning Board waiver (8-0)
• Requested County of Orange real estate tax exemption for city watershed lands (8-0)
• Declared 6 surplus vehicles and authorized disposal (8-0)
• Approved salary increases for new Recreation Superintendent and Assistant (8-0)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 meeting
• Closed public hearing on CDBG-CV CARES Funds application for O&W Building

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing a proposal to allow limited residential use on the first floors of commercial buildings in the DMU district. The meeting also includes resolutions for various budget transfers, personnel appointments, and a proposed juvenile curfew for Halloween 2021.

• Public hearing for rezoning Chapter 475 to allow residential use in DMU district
• Resolution to adopt a juvenile curfew for the 2021 Halloween period
• $15,000.00 budget transfer within Corporation Counsel to pay unpaid litigation voices
• $2,500.00 budget transfer within Paramount budget for an AED and tablet
• $6,000.00 budget transfer within DPW 2021 budget for lab costs

The Common Council unanimously approved a juvenile curfew for Halloween weekend (Oct 29-Nov 1, 9pm-6am) for anyone under 18, with fines up to $250 and/or 15 days in jail. The council also unanimously approved a new ordinance banning overnight parking of large trucks (6+ wheels) in residential zones from dusk to dawn, with a $150 fine. All 13 resolutions on the agenda passed 9-0, including appointments, budget transfers, and the O&W train station grant authorization.

• Adopted Halloween juvenile curfew for minors under 18, Oct 29-Nov 1, 9pm-6am (9-0)
• Approved overnight parking ban for large trucks (6+ wheels) in residential zones, $150 fine (9-0)
• Appointed Raelynn Bertholf as Superintendent of Recreation and Nicole Psarakis as Assistant Superintendent (9-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign DASNY grant #24495 for $2M for O&W Project (9-0)
• Approved $15,000 transfer for Corporation Counsel litigation invoices (9-0)
• Accepted donation of 2009 Chevy van from Mid-City Transit for Parks Department (9-0)
• Approved leaf pickup period Nov 2-Dec 3, 2021, leaves may be placed in street (9-0)
• Retained Freeman & Howard attorneys with $5,000 retainer for water project (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning amendment to permit bottle redemption centers in the Light Industrial District, subject to Planning Board approval. The council will also consider several budget transfers for the Recreation & Parks Department, fee increases for camps, a donation from Middletown Little League, a resolution to rename Festival Square, and a local law extending deputy commissioners' terms.

• Public hearing and resolution to add bottle redemption centers to Chapter 475 Zoning, Light Industrial District
• Transfer $23,400 for Reservoir upkeep and park maintenance
• Transfer $11,000 for increased gas prices and equipment
• Increase camp fees from $90 to $110 (resident) and $110 to $130 (non-resident)
• Accept $525.20 donation from Middletown Little League for park improvements

The Common Council approved a resolution renaming Festival Square to John F. Degnan Square in honor of the Downtown Middletown BID executive director. The council also adopted a local law extending the terms of Deputy Commissioners of Public Works from one to three years, and approved several budget transfers and fee changes. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with two aldermen absent.

• Renamed Festival Square to John F. Degnan Square (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law #2 of 2021 increasing Deputy Commissioners of Public Works terms to 3 years (7-0)
• Approved $23,400 transfer for Recreation & Parks seasonal labor (7-0)
• Approved zoning amendment allowing bottle redemption centers in Light Industrial District (7-0)
• Increased camp fees from $90 to $110 per week (7-0)
• Accepted $525.20 donation from Middletown Little League (7-0)
• Approved $11,000 transfer for gas and oil costs (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 transfer for Treasurer transition costs (7-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including budget transfers for DPW overtime and Recreation & Parks vehicle repairs, a contract for video surveillance maintenance, and engineering services for the courthouse renovation. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a local law to extend deputy commissioners' terms and a code amendment to remove a handicap sign. No public hearings or petitions are scheduled for this evening.

• Resolution to accept $1,300 donation for Recreation & Parks benches
• Resolution to authorize $75,000 transfer within DPW budget for overtime due to garbage cart distribution
• Resolution to authorize contract with New York Security Systems Inc for video surveillance maintenance
• Resolution to transfer $15,000 to Recreation & Parks for vehicle breakdowns
• Introduction of Local Law #2 of 2021 to increase terms of Deputy Commissioners of Public Works

The Common Council approved all eight resolutions on the agenda, including a $75,000 amendment to the CDM Smith engineering contract for grant support, a $96,683.10 increase for courthouse renovation design services, and a $15,000 pay increase for the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works. All votes were 8-0 with Ald. Masi absent. The council also introduced Local Law #2 of 2021 to extend Deputy Commissioner terms from one to three years, with a vote scheduled for September 21.

• Approved $1,300 donation for Recreation & Parks benches (8-0)
• Approved $75,000 CDM Smith contract amendment for grant support (8-0)
• Approved $96,683.10 additional engineering design for courthouse renovation (8-0)
• Approved $75,000 transfer for sanitation overtime (8-0)
• Approved $6,000 annual contract with New York Security Systems for video surveillance (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 transfer for Parks vehicle repairs (8-0)
• Approved use of Ulster County mobile stage for Sept 11 event (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 retroactive pay increase for Deputy Commissioner (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council met to review several resolutions regarding city business, including budget transfers for the Police and Parks departments. The session also addressed upcoming street closures for community events and potential land acquisitions.

• Transfer of $234,000.00 within the Police Department budget for vaccination clinic overtime
• Transfer of $20,000.00 within the Recreation & Parks Department budget for campus repairs
• Resolution to purchase 2.5 acres of land from the Missionary Society of our Lady of Mt. Carmel for a water tank
• Resolution to accept a $1,100.00 donation for Park Improvements
• Resolution to approve street closures for a neighborhood block party on August 21, 2021

The Common Council approved all 13 resolutions on the agenda, including the purchase of 2.5 acres from the Missionary Society of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel for $70,000 to erect a water tank, and the purchase of property at 37 Kohler Road for $117,500 for watershed expansion. They also authorized a $234,000 transfer to cover police overtime for staffing a vaccination clinic, and approved several street closures for community events. All votes were 8-0 with Ald. Jean-Francois absent.

• Approved $70,000 land purchase from Missionary Society of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel for water tank (8-0)
• Approved $117,500 purchase of 37 Kohler Road for watershed expansion (8-0)
• Approved $234,000 transfer for police overtime at vaccination clinic (8-0)
• Approved $20,000 transfer for Recreation Campus lighting repairs (8-0)
• Approved $6,500 structural assessment of Paramount Theater (8-0)
• Accepted $14,476 state grant for Police Traffic Services (8-0)
• Approved stop street at Beth Place on Houston Avenue Extension (8-0)
• Approved street closures for block party, fire parade, and farmers market (8-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a change to the housing code that would require property owners to obtain criminal background reports, adoption of a records-retention schedule, a contract date amendment for the police chief, a bid for water pipe castings, and updates to parking ordinances. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public participation, with no public hearings or unfinished business scheduled.

• Resolution to amend City Housing Code Section 296-20 requiring property owners to obtain a criminal background report
• Resolution to adopt LGS-1, setting legal minimum retention periods for local government records
• Resolution to amend Resolution #152-21 (7/20/21) to change dates of Chief Ewanciw's contract
• Resolution to accept bid for Water Pipe and Gray Iron Castings
• Resolution to amend City Code updating parking ordinances

The Common Council approved a major update to city parking rules, including new time limits, overnight permit fees, and electric vehicle charging space rules. It also limited criminal background checks for rental permits to recent violent convictions and adopted a new records retention schedule. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved parking ordinance overhaul with new lot rules, overnight permits ($120/yr), and $25 three-hour zone fines (9-0)
• Amended housing code to limit rental background checks to violent felonies (7 yrs) and violent misdemeanors (5 yrs) (9-0)
• Adopted LGS-1 records retention schedule for disposing of valueless city records (9-0)
• Amended Police Chief Ewanciw's contract to a 5-year term ending July 19, 2026 (9-0)
• Awarded water pipe and gray iron castings bid to Schmidt's Wholesale and Core and Main (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will consider a local law to opt out of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses, along with several resolutions including ARPA-funded projects, the purchase of 37 Kohler Road, and a $1,000,000 cyber insurance rider for police software. The agenda also includes routine items like bid awards and contract renewals.

• Local Law #1 of 2021 to opt out of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses
• Resolution to approve three projects using ARPA funds
• Resolution to purchase property at 37 Kohler Road
• Resolution to authorize $1,000,000 cyber insurance rider for police community engagement software
• Resolution to renew Chief of Police Ewanciw's contract through 2025

The Common Council voted 7-0 to adopt Local Law #1 of 2021, opting out of the establishment of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses within the city, subject to a permissive referendum. The council also approved the appointment of Kelly Ann Kelly as the new City Treasurer, replacing Donald Paris, and authorized a five-year contract for Police Chief John Ewanciw. Several other resolutions were passed, including the purchase of property at 37 Kohler Road and the approval of ARPA-funded projects for streetscape, paving, and a fire department cascade system.

• Adopted Local Law #1 of 2021, opting out of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses (7-0).
• Approved the appointment of Kelly Ann Kelly as City Treasurer, term ending December 31, 2021 (7-0).
• Authorized a five-year contract for Police Chief John Ewanciw, from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2025 (7-0).
• Approved the purchase of property at 37 Kohler Road (7-0).
• Approved ARPA-funded projects: $2.2M for streetscape, $1.5M for paving, and $65,000 for a Fire Department Cascade System (7-0).
• Approved a change order for the Richard P. Wolslayer Athletic Field in the amount of $56,882.40 (7-0).
• Awarded bids for annual plumbing, HVAC, electric maintenance, and disposal services to various contractors (7-0).
• Approved the O&W Building Rehabilitation project, declaring lead agency and issuing a negative declaration under SEQR (7-0).

Common Council

The Common Council is voting on a resolution to permit the Run 4 Downtown event on August 21, 2021. The measure would authorize police and public works to close streets as needed, allow beer and wine sales with conditions, and waive the open container rule for the event. The race must follow Department of Health and CDC requirements.

• Authorizes street and intersection closures for Run 4 Downtown on Aug. 21, 2021, starting 8:00 a.m.
• Grants beer and wine sales permit for the event, contingent on signed agreement and insurance
• Temporarily lifts city open container ordinance for the race
• Requires compliance with Department of Health and CDC guidelines
• Route map attached to resolution

The Common Council held a regular meeting with no substantive votes. The mayor urged the council to opt out of state marijuana dispensary and café rules at a future July 20 meeting, citing public consumption concerns. Council members discussed fireworks enforcement, street paving, and water main projects, but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• No other resolutions or ordinances voted on

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including accepting donations for summer camp scholarships, transferring funds for a parking lot agreement with St. Paul's Church, approving the state's conveyance of property for the Heritage Trail, and authorizing various agreements and street closures. The agenda also includes a public hearing on Local Law #1 of 2021 and routine items like minutes approval and public participation.

• Accept $180 donation from Kiwanis Club for Summer Camp Scholarships
• Accept $900 donation from Lions Club for Summer Camp Scholarships
• Transfer $6,000 from 2021 budget for St. Paul's Church parking lot agreement
• Approve state conveyance of properties for Heritage Trail construction
• Authorize Fence Agreement with 44 James Street, LLC

The Common Council held a public hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2021, which would opt the city out of state cannabis retail dispensary and on-site consumption licenses. After hearing from the mayor, police chief, and 13 public speakers, the council voted to keep the hearing open for two weeks for additional comments. No final decision was made on the opt-out law.

• Public hearing on cannabis opt-out law kept open for two weeks (unanimous)
• Accepted donations: $180 from Kiwanis Club and $900 from Lions Club for Summer Camp Scholarships (8-0)
• Authorized $6,000 transfer to St. Paul's Church for parking lot usage (8-0)
• Approved state conveyance of Heritage Trail properties to city (8-0)
• Approved fence agreement with 44 James Street, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Minisink Kiwanis use of mobile stage for Sweet Corn Festival (8-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement with Town of Wawayanda for wastewater pretreatment (8-0)
• Approved closing Sunset Street for block party on July 24 (8-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing $115,000 in bonds for the Sterling Street sewer project, approving a lease for Equilibrium Brewery at 12 South Street, and introducing a local law to opt out of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses. The agenda also includes agreements for parking access with St. Paul's Church, a fireworks exhibition, and technology assessment services. No public hearings or petitions are scheduled.

• Resolution to issue $115,000 in bonds for Sterling Street sewer project
• Local Law #1 of 2021 to opt out of cannabis retail dispensary and onsite consumption licenses
• Resolution to lease city-owned garage at 12 South Street to Equilibrium Brewery
• Resolution to authorize agreement with St. Paul's Church for parking lot access
• Resolution to authorize Young Explosives Fireworks Exhibition agreement for July 2, 2021

The Common Council introduced Local Law #1 of 2021, which would opt the city out of allowing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption licenses. The introduction was approved unanimously (9-0), but the law is subject to a permissive referendum and a public hearing has not yet been scheduled. The council also approved several resolutions, including authorizing an additional $115,000 in bonds for the Sterling Street sewer project, a lease agreement with Equilibrium Brewery for a city-owned garage, and a fireworks display agreement for July 2, 2021.

• Introduced Local Law #1 of 2021 to opt out of cannabis retail dispensary and on-site consumption licenses (9-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing $115,000 in additional bonds for the Sterling Street sewer improvement project (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Equilibrium Brewery for the garage at 12 South Street for $1/year, up to 10 years (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Young Explosives for fireworks display on July 2, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved agreement with CherryRoad Technologies for technology investment assessment services (9-0)
• Approved agreement with St. Paul's Church for parking lot access (9-0)
• Approved 2020 Sponsor Authorization Form for the Firefighters LOSAP program (9-0)
• Approved audit of claims and accounts (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including expanding the Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) benefit from $700 to $1,200 annually and placing it on the November ballot, ratifying a three-year contract with the Middletown Professional Firefighters, Inc., and rescinding the city's COVID-19 facemask enforcement resolution. The agenda also includes approving a new sanitation plan, street closures for events, and various budget transfers and contracts.

• Resolution to expand LOSAP benefit from $700 to $1,200 annually and place on November 2021 ballot
• Resolution to ratify firefighter contract (Jan 1, 2021 – Dec 31, 2023)
• Resolution to rescind Resolution #228-20 (COVID-19 facemask enforcement)
• Resolution to approve new Sanitation Plan and transfer $127,638 for new carts
• Resolution to close Union Street for Farmers Market (Saturdays, 7 AM–2 PM, June 5–Aug 5, 2021)

The Common Council approved expanding the Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) benefit for volunteer firefighters from $700 to $1,200 annually and placed it on the November 2021 ballot. The council also ratified a new contract with the Middletown Professional Firefighters, rescinded the city's COVID-19 mask mandate, and approved the new Sanitation Plan. Several other resolutions were passed, including street closures for the YMCA run and Farmers Market, and a $127,638 transfer for additional sanitation carts.

• Approved expanding LOSAP benefit to $1,200 annually and placed on November 2021 ballot (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Ratified contract with Middletown Professional Firefighters, Inc. for Jan 1, 2021 – Dec 31, 2023 (8-0)
• Rescinded Resolution #228-20 requiring face masks to prevent COVID-19 spread (8-0)
• Authorized street closures for YMCA Annual Ruthie Dino Marshall Run on June 13, 2021 (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign DASNY grant documents for Davidge Park Expansion Project (8-0)
• Approved new Sanitation Plan for the City of Middletown (8-0)
• Authorized $127,638 transfer for additional sanitation carts for new Sanitation Collection Program (8-0)
• Approved awarding surplus vehicle bids totaling $11,020.00 (8-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including extending the trial period for live music at outdoor cafés, approving two subdivisions, and authorizing budget transfers for new police vehicles and park facilities. No public hearings or local laws are scheduled.

• Resolution to extend live music at outdoor cafés from May 18 to October 15, 2021
• Resolution to approve 7-lot subdivision at 32 Davidge Road & 67 Highland View Place
• Resolution to approve 2-lot subdivision at 15 Houston Avenue Extension and 2-6 La Grange Street
• Resolution to transfer $104,724.58 for two Ford Interceptor patrol SUVs
• Resolution to accept $500 donation from Orange County Land Trust

The Common Council voted 8-0 to extend the trial period allowing live music at outdoor cafés from May 18 to October 15, 2021, with specific hours and decibel limits. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $201,922 change order for Fancher-Davidge Park drainage redesign, a $104,724.58 transfer for two new police SUVs, and authorization to purchase 33 acres of the former Psychiatric Center. All votes were unanimous (8-0) with President Rodrigues absent.

• Extended outdoor café live music trial through Oct 15, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved $201,922 change order for Fancher-Davidge Park drainage (8-0)
• Authorized $104,724.58 transfer for two police SUVs (8-0)
• Approved 7-lot subdivision at 32 Davidge Rd & 67 Highland View Pl (8-0)
• Approved 2-lot subdivision at 15 Houston Ave Ext & 2-6 La Grange St (8-0)
• Authorized purchase of 33 acres of former Psychiatric Center (8-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer to purchase 10 acres near water treatment plant (8-0)
• Declared two DPW vehicles surplus (8-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will hold public hearings on a 7-lot subdivision for Country Club Estates and a 2-lot subdivision for 15 Houston Ave & 2-6 La Grange. The council will also vote on resolutions including accepting donations, approving the Fire Department Service Award list, increasing preschool fees, amending the zoning map, transferring funds for a police LPR system and a sewer pump rental, hiring a search firm for a Deputy Treasurer, and authorizing engineering services for City Court space.

• Public hearing: 7-lot subdivision for Country Club Estates
• Public hearing: 2-lot subdivision for 15 Houston Ave & 2-6 La Grange
• Resolution to accept $525 donation from Middletown Little League to Recreation & Parks
• Resolution to transfer $12,500 within Police 2021 budget for a new fixed LPR system
• Resolution to amend City Code to add updated Zoning map dated February 2021

The Common Council approved a $12,500 budget transfer for a new fixed license plate reader system for the police, adopted an updated zoning map, and approved several other resolutions including a preschool fee increase, donations, and a $34,100 contract for repurposing City Court space. Two public hearings were held for proposed subdivisions but no final decisions were made; they were set for the next meeting. The meeting also included extensive discussion of a proposed downtown parking plan and the new automated garbage can program, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved $12,500 transfer for FLOCK fixed LPR system (7-0)
• Adopted updated zoning map dated February 2021 (7-0)
• Approved preschool fee increase to $220/month (7-0)
• Approved $34,100 contract with Barton & Loguidice for City Court repurposing (7-0)
• Approved $8,000 for deputy treasurer search with Visions HR (7-0)
• Approved $2,500 transfer for sewer pump rental (7-0)
• Accepted $525 donation from Middletown Little League (7-0)
• Accepted $500 donation from Player's Bar (7-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider a public hearing and resolution to rezone five parcels on North Street from C-1 to C-2, along with several other resolutions including budget transfers, software replacements, and inter-municipal agreements. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public participation, but no unfinished business or local laws.

• Public hearing and resolution to rezone five parcels on North Street from C-1 to C-2
• Resolution to renew inter-municipal agreement with Port Jervis for shared range training facility
• Resolution to approve $240,000 reverse transfer for Guymard purchase to replenish Sewer Fund Balance
• Resolution to approve $25,125 transfer for asphalt of upper parking lot near Washington St, South St, and Equilibrium Brewery
• Resolution to approve new dump truck purchase for DPW and fund transfer

The Common Council voted 9-0 to adopt a resolution condemning discrimination and recent hate crimes against Asian Americans, as proposed by Mayor Joseph DeStefano. The Council also approved a rezoning of five parcels on North Street from C-1 to C-2 zoning to allow for a light manufacturing use. All other resolutions on the agenda, including the new garbage can program, software purchases, and a Little League parade, were also approved unanimously.

• Adopted resolution condemning discrimination and hate crimes against Asian Americans (9-0).
• Approved rezoning of five parcels on North Street from C-1 to C-2 Limited Business District (9-0).
• Approved the 2021 CDBG Action Plan for submission to HUD (9-0).
• Approved a $38,302 transfer to replace the City's code enforcement software with Edmunds Govtech-BAS (9-0).
• Approved a $25,125 transfer for asphalt to pave the parking lot near Equilibrium Brewery (9-0).
• Approved a $75,000 transfer to purchase a new dump truck for the DPW (9-0).
• Authorized street closures for the Little League Parade on April 17, 2021, subject to a COVID Safety Plan (9-0).
• Approved a new digital FOIL system with Edmunds Govtech-BAS for a one-time fee of $3,400 (9-0).

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will consider several resolutions, including two police department budget transfers, a zoning amendment to allow bakeries in the Light Industrial District, and approval of the 2021 Spring Clean Up Week. The council will also vote on reappointments to the Recreation Commission and authorize the mayor to apply for county funding.

• Transfer $1,000 within Police Department 2021 budget for a narcotics scanner
• Transfer $45,971 within Police Department 2021 budget for officers out on 207C
• Approve 2021 Spring Clean Up Week (bulk trash pickup by ward in April-May)
• Add bakeries as permitted use in Light Industrial Zoning District
• Authorize mayor to sign STOP-DWI agreement with Orange County (March 2021-Jan 2022)

The Common Council held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to amend the zoning code to allow bakeries with retail on premises in the Light Industrial District, subject to Planning Board approval. The council also approved several budget transfers, including $45,971 for police officer leave costs and $1,000 for drug enforcement equipment, plus the 2021 spring cleanup schedule. Reappointments to the Recreation Commission and an agreement to operate the STOP-DWI program were also approved.

• Approved zoning amendment adding bakeries as a permitted use in the Light Industrial District (Resolution 64-21).
• Approved $45,971 transfer within the police budget for officer leave costs (Resolution 58-21).
• Approved $1,000 transfer within the police budget for drug enforcement equipment (Resolution 57-21).
• Approved the 2021 Spring Clean Up Week schedule for bulk trash pickup (Resolution 59-21).
• Approved $584.68 transfer within the DPW budget for sanitation truck repairs (Resolution 60-21).
• Authorized the Mayor to apply for Orange County Solutions funding (Resolution 61-21).
• Concurred with reappointments of Daniel Higbie and Rollin Lybolt to the Recreation Commission (Resolutions 62-21, 63-21).
• Authorized the Mayor to sign the STOP-DWI agreement with the county (Resolution 65-21).

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including a significant water fund land purchase, several contract renewals and bid awards, and a police deployment plan required by state executive order. No public hearings or local laws are scheduled.

• Resolution to amend Resolution #160-20, transferring an additional $240,000 from Water Fund Balance and appropriating $500,000 to close on a property purchase.
• Resolution to declare a 2000 Ford Pick-Up from DPW as surplus.
• Resolution to award bids for street materials.
• Resolution to renew IT support contract with CherryRoad Technologies Inc.
• Resolution to approve an agreement with Pets Alive.

The Common Council approved a resolution to accept bids from E&A Contracting for construction work at the Greater Middletown Interfaith Council Warming Station Project at 8-10 Mulberry Street, including general contracting, acoustical ceiling, flooring, and doors. The council also adopted a police reform plan as required by Governor Cuomo's Executive Order No. 203. Several other resolutions were approved, including budget transfers, a contract renewal for IT support, and an agreement with Pets Alive for dog shelter services.

• Approved Resolution 55-21: Accepted bids from E&A Contracting for the warming station project, including $29,880 for general contractor, $13,300 for acoustical ceiling, $6,740 for flooring, and $39,750 for 24 doors.
• Adopted Resolution 53-21: Ratified and adopted the police force deployment and practices plan per Executive Order No. 23.
• Approved Resolution 44-21: Amended a prior resolution to transfer an additional $240,000 from the Water Fund Balance to purchase land on Guymard Turnpike, authorizing up to $500,000 for closing.
• Approved Resolution 46-21: Awarded street materials bids to Dick's Concrete Co., Inc., Callanan Industries, and E. Tetz & Sons, Inc.
• Approved Resolution 47-21: Renewed the contract with CherryRoad Technologies Inc. for IT support services for 2021.
• Approved Resolution 48-21: Approved an agreement with Pets Alive to shelter dogs seized within the city for 2021 with no cost increase.
• Approved Resolution 54-21: Authorized the Commissioner of Public Works to hire temporary staff or contractors for sidewalk and vegetation clearing, with $10,000 in seed funding (passed 6-2).
• Approved Resolution 56-21: Authorized a $400,000 transfer for vendor payments on Parking and Erie Way capital projects.

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including accepting a $250,000 DASNY grant for a pavilion in Erie Way Park, approving contracts for water and wastewater plant operations, and amending the zoning code to clarify that retail sales are not a home occupation. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the home occupation zoning change and several budget transfers.

• Public hearing on revising Chapter 475 Zoning, Home Occupation Section 475-4
• Resolution to accept DASNY Grant #24190 for $250,000 for Erie Way Park pavilion
• Resolution to authorize contract with Port Jervis Humane Society for 2021 services
• Resolution to approve JCO as chief operator for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
• Resolution to transfer $82,812 for Police Contract and $15,980 for Heritage Trail Extension

The Common Council awarded bids for the W. Main Street and Grant Street culvert replacements, totaling about $2.56 million, funded by a $3.5 million NY Rising grant. The council also approved a zoning amendment clarifying that retail sales are not a home occupation, and accepted a $250,000 DASNY grant for an Erie Way Park pavilion. The mayor reported that the Mulberry House warming station project was delayed after the sole bid came in at $885,775, far above the architect's estimate, and the bid was rejected; the project is being scaled back.

• Awarded W. Main St culvert contract to Boyce Excavating Co, Inc. for $1,492,634 (9-0)
• Awarded Grant St culvert contract to JRCruz Corp. for $1,069,076.32 including Alternate 2 (9-0)
• Approved zoning amendment clarifying retail sales are not a home occupation (9-0)
• Accepted DASNY Grant #24190 for $250,000 for Erie Way Park pavilion (9-0)
• Approved $25,000 settlement to clear a workers' comp claim valued at $46,840.38 (9-0)
• Authorized $90,000 additional transfer for Guymard Turnpike land purchase, total $500,000 (9-0)
• Reappointed Dave Madden and Andrew Britto to Industrial Development Agency (9-0)
• Reappointed Anna Madden and Alvaro Garcia to Architectural Review Board (9-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will vote on a resolution to fund additional construction costs for the ADA Accessible Sidewalks and Ramps project (PIN 8761.49), appropriating $31,333 from the General Fund Balance. The council will also consider a series of resolutions to concur with the mayor's appointments and reappointments to various boards and positions. No public hearings, petitions, or local laws are scheduled.

• Appropriation of $31,333 for ADA sidewalk and ramp project (PIN 8761.49)
• Reappointment of William Hungerbuhler to Board of Assessment Review (term to 9/30/25)
• Reappointment of Dan Higbie to Planning Board (term to 12/31/27)
• Reappointment of Dean Coleman and Greg Cortez to Middletown Housing Authority
• Appointment of Anthony Joseph Cantoli to Industrial Development Agency

The Common Council approved a resolution to fund additional construction and inspection work for the ADA Accessible Sidewalks and Ramps project, appropriating $31,333 from the General Fund Balance. The council also unanimously approved the Mayor's reappointments and appointments to various boards and commissions, including the Board of Assessment Review, Planning Board, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Agency, Board of Police Commission, and city staff positions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included reports on snow removal efforts, a rebid for the warming station renovation, and updates on the Paramount Theatre and City Court operations.

• Approved $31,333 appropriation for ADA sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of William Hungerbuhler to Board of Assessment Review (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Dan Higbie to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Valerio Bruni to Plumbing Board (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Dean Coleman and Greg Cortez to Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved appointments/reappointments to Industrial Development Agency (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Deborah Mills and Gene Vignola to Board of Police Commission (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Brian Smith, Mark Pengel, Alex Smith, Richard Croughan, and Maria Bruni (unanimous)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council will vote on several resolutions, including contracts for geese control in city parks, engineering inspections for new athletic fields, and accepting donations for the Santa letter program and a COVID-19 food drive. The council will also consider budget transfers for park equipment repairs, the Black Dirt Sewer Project, and the Warming Station at 8-10 Mulberry Street, as well as transferring two properties to the Community Development Agency.

• Transfer $1,240 for Recreation & Parks equipment repairs
• Tri-State Geese Police contract for Watts Memorial, Maple Hill, and Fancher Davidge Parks
• Accept $3,430 for Parks and Recreation letters to Santa program
• Accept $18,611.38 in donations for COVID-19 food and supply fundraiser
• Transfer $50,000 from General Fund for Warming Station repairs at 8-10 Mulberry Street

The Common Council approved all nine resolutions on the agenda, including a $50,000 transfer for repairs to the warming station at 8-10 Mulberry Street, a $10,700 transfer for the Black Dirt Sewer Project, and the transfer of two properties to the Community Development Agency for homeownership. The council also accepted donations for COVID-19 relief efforts and approved contracts for geese control and engineering inspections. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $50,000 transfer for warming station repairs (7-0)
• Approved $10,700 transfer for Black Dirt Sewer Project (7-0)
• Approved transfer of 54 Washington St & 33 Lafayette Ave to CDA (7-0)
• Approved $1,240 transfer for Parks equipment repairs (7-0)
• Approved Tri-State Geese Police contract (7-0)
• Approved Fusco Engineering SWPPP inspection agreement (7-0)
• Approved amended PERMA agreement (7-0)
• Accepted $3,430 in donations for Christmas Children's Fund (7-0)

Common Council

The Middletown Common Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where it will establish standing committees and adopt several routine policies, including procurement procedures, an investment policy, and a fee schedule. The council will also vote to extend certain property tax exemptions from the 2020 assessment roll to 2021 without requiring new applications. These are standard annual actions to set up the city's operations for the year.

• Resolution establishing standing committees and membership for 2021
• Resolution adopting Procurement Policy with bidding thresholds ($20,000 for purchases, $35,000 for public works)
• Resolution adopting Investment Policy designating TD Banknorth, Sterling Bank, and Orange Bank & Trust as depositories up to $18,000,000 each
• Resolution adopting the Fee Schedule
• Resolution to extend 2020 assessment roll exemptions to 2021 without new applications