Middletown public meetings in 2022
14 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Common Council
The Common Council approved a memorandum of agreement with the Police Benevolent Association and authorized funding for a major traffic operations project. The council also approved several budget transfers, grant acceptances, and a public hearing for zoning changes. All substantive resolutions passed with unanimous 9-0 votes.
- Approved PBA contract effective Jan 1, 2023, through Dec 31, 2027 (9-0)
- Authorized $21.8M traffic operations project funding (9-0)
- Accepted $50,000 Homeland Security grant for explosive detection canine team (9-0)
- Approved 2023 Assessment Collectors Warrant for $22,310,967 (9-0)
- Scheduled Jan 17, 2023 public hearing on OR-2 zoning for non-owner-occupied dwellings (9-0)
- Approved $16,666 contract with Aquatic Analysts for Fancher Davidge Park fountain (9-0)
- Authorized $5,000 salary adjustment for Police Chief's Confidential Secretary (9-0)
- Extended Fei Tian College economic development goals for 84 Dorthea Dix Drive (9-0)
Common Council
The Common Council approved several budget transfers and agreements, including funding for a fire department burn simulator and police college programs. A zoning amendment was passed to allow offsite commercial cleaning services in a specific C-2 district. The council also authorized a rate increase for solid waste disposal for 2023.
- Approved $1.97M temporary borrowing from General Fund for Economic and Community Development (Unanimous)
- Approved zoning amendment for offsite commercial cleaning services in specific C-2 district (Unanimous)
- Approved $75,000 budget transfer for fire department burn simulator (Unanimous)
- Approved $35,613.57 budget transfer for police department college programs (Unanimous)
- Approved rate increase for Interstate Waste Services solid waste disposal for 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,000 budget transfer for shuttle bus fuel (Unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Port Jervis and Middletown Humane Societies (Unanimous)
- Appointed Reggie Steed to the Middletown Housing Authority (Unanimous)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the 2023 annual budgets for the General City Government, Water Department, and Sewer Department. The council also authorized several budget transfers, accepted a $1 million grant for downtown property acquisition, and scheduled a tax lien sale.
- Adopted 2023 General City Government, Water, and Sewer budgets (9-0)
- Accepted $1,000,000 DASNY Grant for Downtown Infill Project property acquisition (9-0)
- Authorized tax lien sale for December 17, 2022 (9-0)
- Approved $50,000 budget transfer for DPW chemicals and street materials (9-0)
- Authorized public hearing for C-2 zoning use addition at Sprague Ave and Sterling St (8-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved agreement with Young Explosive Fireworks Exhibits for 2023 display (9-0)
- Accepted $4,806 County of Orange funding for Stop DWI Program (9-0)
- Amended City Code Chapter 416 regarding street and sidewalk regulations (9-0)
Common Council
The Common Council approved several budget transfers for police equipment, water plant overtime, and field improvements. The council also authorized a lot line change for two properties and a change order for water treatment operations. All resolutions passed with unanimous 9-0 votes.
- Approved 2-lot subdivision and lot line change for 1 Stub Street and 48 Beers Drive (9-0)
- Authorized $136,415 budget transfer for fencing and paving at Wolfslayer Field (9-0)
- Approved $52,525 in budget transfers for Police Department fuel and equipment (9-0)
- Authorized purchase of five body cameras and a docking station for $5,500 (9-0)
- Approved $40,000 budget transfer for water and waste water plant overtime (9-0)
- Authorized change order for JCO water treatment operations at $24,062.50 per month (9-0)
- Approved $46,864 for WSP grant application assistance (9-0)
- Authorized $10,000 budget transfer for Senior Center expenses (9-0)
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to vote on several budget transfers, contract awards, and personnel appointments. The body will also introduce a local law to increase the term of office for the City Treasurer.
- Resolution to transfer $600,000 from the Sewer Fund Balance for Waste Water Treatment Plan Screw Pumps Projects
- Agreement with BFJ Planning for a conceptual redevelopment plan for the Middletown Transportation Center site
- Introduction of Local Law #4 of 2022 to increase the City Treasurer's term of office
- Resolution awarding bids for Street Materials and a Portable Refrigerated Ice Skating Rink
- Acceptance of a $2,500 donation from Walmart to the Middletown Police Department
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to vote on several budget adjustments and lease extensions. The body is also considering a zoning change for a property on East Avenue from mixed-use to residential.
- Zoning change for 44-48 East Ave from DMU Mixed Use to R-2
- $50,000 budget transfer for repairs at the Paramount Theatre
- Lease extension with the Friends of Thrall Library Used Book Store
- Timeline adjustment for the development of 11-15 King Street
- Budget adjustment for the Senior Center to fund senior trips
Common Council
The Mayor discussed the history of downtown parking management and addressed complaints regarding overnight parking passes. The meeting also included community remarks from representatives of a local event and the Middletown Little League.
- Discussion of $10 monthly overnight parking pass rules
- Middletown Little League upcoming season starting April 2nd
- Community event scheduled for April 23rd at John Degnan Square
Common Council
The Common Council will conduct public hearings regarding Local Law #3 of 2022 and delinquent taxes, as well as changes to the definition of retail sales. The body is also considering several resolutions related to police equipment, city financial policies, and budget transfers.
- Public hearing on Local Law #3 of 2022 and Delinquent Taxes
- Public hearing on the definition of Retail Sales
- DASNY Grant application for a Middletown Police Department simulator
- Budget transfers in the amounts of $4,465 and $496
- Agreement with Troy and Banks for audits
Common Council
The Common Council will review several resolutions including a non-union employee salary schedule and a property purchase. The body is also considering a local law regarding delinquent taxes and a budget transfer for COVID-19 supplies.
- Budget transfer of $7,044.82 from ARPA funds for COVID-related supply expenses
- Contract of sale to purchase property at 54 Kohler Road and Highway 24
- Local Law # 3 of 2022 regarding Delinquent Taxes
- Proposed public hearing on changing the definition of retail business in the DMU
- Salary schedule for non-union employees for 2022
Common Council
The Common Council is reviewing a resolution to authorize $25,000 for an environmental study of the Dolson Town corridor. This study aims to monitor potential impacts from proposed warehouses and a garbage transfer station in the Town of Wawayanda.
- $25,000 expenditure for environmental study on Dolson Town corridor
- Proposed warehouse and garbage transfer station applications in Wawayanda
- COVID-19 test kit distribution updates for local housing authorities
Common Council
The Common Council will review several new business resolutions including a property transfer to the Community Development Agency. Other items include a funding proposal for the Orange County Youth Bureau and an agreement with the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program.
- Transfer of 220 ½ Linden Avenue to the Community Development Agency
- Funding proposal submission to the Orange County Youth Bureau
- Agreement with Low Income Household Water Assistance Program
- Loan of two portable lights to Otisville Country Fair
- Appointment of members to the Recreation Commission
Common Council
The Common Council is reviewing several financial transfers, including ARPA funds for COVID costs, and a proposal to provide non-contributory health plans for non-union city officers and employees. The body is also considering two local laws regarding meeting notifications and water/sewer charge billing.
- Proposal for non-contributory health plans and $150 annual dental contribution for non-union employees
- Acceptance of a $45,000 grant for the Middletown Police Department to serve youth ages 14-20
- Transfer of $128,563.78 from ARPA funds for COVID-related expenses
- Worker’s Compensation settlement for Michael Garetto in the amount of $45,000
- Agreement for the City Clerk’s Office to issue hunting and fishing licenses
Common Council
The Common Council will consider the introduction of two local laws. One law changes notification requirements for special meetings, while the other allows delinquent water and sewer charges to be levied into real property tax bills.
- Introduction of Local Law #1 of 2022 regarding special meeting notifications
- Introduction of Local Law #2 of 2022 regarding delinquent water and sewer charges
- Audit of claims and accounts
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to administer oaths of office and appoint city officials. The body will vote on procurement and investment policies, the city fee schedule, and several budget transfers.
- $85,000 transfer for Middletown Community Campus Redevelopment Water System Infrastructure Improvements
- Proposal from Clark Patterson Lee for a building condition survey for 11 King Street
- Budget transfer of $16,898.02 for retirement and personnel buyouts
- Use of ARPA funds for Covid tests, police vehicles, and the Lexipol system
- Reappointments to the Board of Assessment Review, Planning Board, and Board of Ethics