Oswego, New York

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will consider five authorization requests. Major items include a $145,232 bid for rotary scum skimmer equipment at the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant, budget amendments for fire department mobile computer-aided dispatch units ($88,090) and police department supplies ($59,669), discussion of the former Shapiro building demolition, and a request for the Oswego County Sheriff to purchase fuel at cost for their Marine Vessel.

• Authorization for $145,232 bid to Guardian Environmental Products for rotary scum skimmer equipment at Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Authorization for $88,090 budget amendment for Fire Department mobile computer-aided dispatch units
• Authorization for $59,669 budget amendment for Police Department materials and supplies from Law Enforcement Technology Grant
• Discussion of demolition project for former Shapiro building
• Authorization for Oswego County Sheriff to purchase fuel at cost for Marine Vessel

Physical Services Committee

The Physical Services Committee will review and vote on nine requests for use of public space, including a sidewalk replacement at 157 West Bridge Street, a bench donation, and multiple summer events such as the Summer Concert Series, a block party, and a drum festival. These are standard authorizations for temporary or minor public space uses.

• Authorization for sidewalk replacement at 157 West Bridge Street (Craig Gilkey)
• Additional dates for the Summer Concert Series 2026
• Use of public space for 1976 Class Reunion on July 31 (David Thompson)
• Oswego Big Latch On Event at Breitbeck Park on August 7
• West Third Street Block Party on July 18 (Ana Djukic-Cocks)

Common Council

The Oswego Common Council will consider several routine authorizations for public space use, bench donations, and financial resolutions. Notable items include a $18,887 transfer for a digital forensics computer, a $7,750 transfer for the Gallagher Park archaeological study, and approval of a standard workday for officials.

• Authorize $18,887 advance for digital forensics computer purchase (Resolution 218)
• Authorize $7,750 transfer for Gallagher Park Archaeological Study (Resolution 216)
• Approve standard workday for appointed and elected officials (Resolution 215)
• Multiple authorizations for public space use: block party, violence prevention event, Shakespeare performance, community picnic, music festival, breast cancer walk, porchfest, bazaar
• Accept bench donations for Cahill Pier and Veteran's Park (Resolutions 212, 213)

Human Services Committee

The Oswego Human Services Committee will hold a discussion on LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and community resources, as requested by Chairman Chance Kennedy. Additionally, the committee will review City Charter language for consistency and clarity. No votes or binding actions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion on LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and community resources — Chairman Kennedy requests committee input
• Review of City Charter language for consistency and clarity

The Human Services Committee defeated a motion to proceed with discussion of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and community resources by a vote of 1-0-2 after debate about whether the topic required a legislative action. A separate request by Chairman Kennedy to review City Charter language for consistency and clarity was withdrawn and will be referred to the Planning and Development Committee. The committee also approved the minutes of the May 18, 2026 meeting.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2026 (2-0-1)
• Defeated motion to discuss LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and community resources (1-0-2)
• Withdrawn request to review City Charter language for consistency and clarity (no vote; sponsor withdrew)

Planning and Development Committee

Physical Services Committee

The Physical Services Committee will vote on 14 requests for use of public space, including fences, signs, an awning, and several community events, plus accept two bench donations. They will also discuss the West First Street Project.

• Fence at 57 West Van Buren Street (Ms. Courtney Doucette)
• Fence at 123 East Third Street (Ms. Magdalena Rivera)
• Metal wire frame signs at Wright's Landing entrance (Dragon Boat Club)
• Awning, A-frame sign, planters at 75-79 East Bridge Street (Brittney's Way LLC)
• Oswego Bookmobile summer literacy program in various locations

The Physical Services Committee of the Oswego Common Council considered nine requests for use of public space at its June 15, 2026 meeting. It approved two fence requests, one with an amendment to follow property lines; withdrew a sign request for the Dragon Boat Club; approved a request for planters and an A-frame sign (excluding an already-approved awning); approved the Oswego Bookmobile's summer literacy program; approved a violence prevention event by Catholic Charities with fee waivers; approved a block party while denying a road closure fee waiver; and approved a community picnic and a breast cancer walk, both with fee waivers withdrawn or removed. All resolutions were forwarded to the full Common Council for final action.

• Approved fence at 57 West Van Buren St, amended to follow property line (3-0-1)
• Approved fence at 123 East Third St as submitted (3-0-1)
• Withdrew Dragon Boat Club sign request from agenda
• Approved planters and A-frame sign at 75-79 East Bridge St, excluding awning (3-0-1)
• Approved Oswego Bookmobile summer literacy program (3-0-1)
• Approved Catholic Charities violence prevention event with fee waivers (3-0-1)
• Approved Jordan Way block party, denied $150 road closure fee waiver (3-0-1)
• Approved Indivisible Oswego County community picnic, fee waiver withdrawn (3-0-1, Kennedy abstained)

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 1, 2026, and consider three new business items. These include authorizing an amendment to an elevator maintenance agreement with Kone, Inc. for the Conway Building, approving a standard workday for appointed and elected officials, and authorizing a $7,750 fund transfer for an archaeological study related to new pickleball courts at Gallagher Park, along with signing contracts for the Gallagher Park Improvement Project Grant.

• Authorization for Mayor to sign amendment to elevator maintenance agreement with Kone, Inc. at Conway Building
• Approval of standard workday for appointed and elected officials
• Transfer of $7,750 from General Fund Contingent to Community Development ORP for archaeological study at Gallagher Park pickleball courts
• Authorization for Mayor to sign contracts for Gallagher Park Improvement Project Grant

The Administrative Services Committee voted 4-0-1 to recommend three items to the Full Council: an elevator maintenance amendment with Kone, Inc., approval of a standard workday for officials, and a $7,750 fund transfer for an archaeological study for new pickleball courts at Gallagher Park. All recommendations were approved by a vote of 4-0-1 with one member excused.

• Forwarded favorable recommendation for elevator maintenance amendment with Kone, Inc. (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation for standard workday for appointed and elected officials (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation for $7,750 fund transfer from General Fund Contingent to Community Development ORP for archaeological study at Gallagher Park (4-0-1)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider authorizing a three-year labor agreement with two unions and approving a new fee schedule for the Fort Gallagher Pool. Several resolutions include appointing a Commissioner of Deeds, accepting a tree donation, and approving public space uses. A $9,585 budget amendment would fund a records intern. The Council will also authorize the mayor to sign contracts for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program update.

• Authorize three-year agreement with NY Council 66 and AFSCME Local 1785
• Approve new fee schedule for Fort Gallagher Pool
• Budget amendment of $9,585 for records intern
• Authorize contracts for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program update
• Accept donation of Ginko Biloba tree and memorial marker for Lake Side Park

Planning and Development Committee

Physical Services Committee

The Physical Services Committee will consider approving minutes and then vote on authorization of nine Use of Public Space requests ranging from residential walkway work to community events, a fee waiver for the Sunset Concert Series, and discuss a potential addition to the Franklin Square Sign.

• 16 West Eighth St – residential walkway replacement and retaining wall (Gregory Peddle)
• Chair yoga classes at McCrobie Building (Suzanne Maniccia)
• Canale's Restaurant anniversary party on July 5, 2026 (1-7 p.m.)
• St. Mary's Bazaar on July 17-18, 2026 with waiver of Open Container and Noise Ordinances
• Fee waiver request for Sunset Concert Series 2026

The Physical Services Committee approved nine requests for use of public space and a fee waiver, all by 3-0-1 votes, forwarding resolutions to the full council. One item was removed from the agenda after determining the project was not on public property. A discussion on adding a Porchfest sign to Franklin Square resulted in no action, with further consideration deferred.

• Removed item 1 (16 W 8th St) from agenda as not public space
• Approved use of public space for chair yoga at McCrobie Building (3-0-1)
• Approved use of public space for ORA block challenge signs (3-0-1)
• Approved use of public space for Canale's Anniversary Party (3-0-1)
• Approved use of public space for Fort Ontario Rev War Battle (3-0-1)
• Approved use of public space for Porchfest 2026 (3-0-1)
• Approved use of public space for Drumfest 4 (3-0-1)
• Approved fee waiver for Sunset Concert Series (3-0-1)

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will consider several authorization requests, including accepting a state grant for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Update and a budget amendment to hire a records intern. They will also discuss a potential new docking fee for Dragon Boats and accept a tree donation and memorial marker for Lake Side Park.

• Accept tree donation and memorial marker at Lake Side Park
• Authorize acceptance of NYS Department of State grant for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Update and related contracts
• Budget amendment of $9,585 for City Clerk's Personal Services Account to hire a records intern
• Discussion of authorizing a new docking fee for Dragon Boats at Oswego Wright's Landing Marina

The Administrative Services Committee unanimously recommended three authorizations to the Full Council regarding a tree donation, a waterfront revitalization grant, and a records intern. The committee also approved a recommendation for a new dragon boat docking fee at Wright's Landing Marina.

• Approved recommendation to accept tree and memorial marker donation for Lake Side Park (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to accept $102,000 NYS grant for Waterfront Revitalization Program Update (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for $9,585 budget amendment to hire a records intern (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for $200 dragon boat docking fee at Wright's Landing Marina (4-0-0-1)

Human Services Committee

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on a resolution authorizing a 10-year docking facilities agreement with American Cruise Lines. The agenda also includes multiple approvals for use of public space, including a peace pole installation, a wedding at Breitbeck Park, and a summer music festival. Several budget transfers and a $5,000 donation for Independence Day celebrations are also up for consideration.

• Authorize 10-year docking facilities agreement with American Cruise Lines (Resolution 179)
• Accept $5,000 from Oswego County Tourism for Independence Day celebrations (Resolution 180)
• Transfer $52,000 from tourism account to CDA for special events (Resolution 181)
• Approve use of public space for Oswego Rotary Club peace pole in Veteran's Park (Resolution 171)
• Approve use of public space for CiTi BOCES painting fire hydrants with compassionate themes (Resolution 175aa)

Planning and Development Committee

Physical Services Committee

The Physical Services Committee will consider eight requests for Use of Public Space. Items include sidewalk repairs, bike racks, a music festival, a wedding ceremony, promotional signs for a 5K, a peace pole installation, a community art initiative, and rescinding a prior approval due to administrative errors.

• Request to replace a concrete step at 230 West Eighth Street
• Oswego Hospital seeks bike racks at 110 West Sixth Street
• Gina Marie Music Studio Festival on July 19 and August 2, 2026
• Wedding ceremony at Breitbeck Park on August 8, 2026
• Recension of Resolution 129 for a driveway expansion at 31 Bronson Street due to errors

The Physical Services Committee approved six requests for use of public space, including a community art initiative painting fire hydrants, a Peace Pole at Veterans Park, and an amended sign display for the Rachael's Warrior Run 5K (20 signs from June 22 to Aug. 23, 3-0-1). All resolutions will be forwarded to the full City Council. Other approvals included a step replacement at 230 West Eighth Street, bike racks at Oswego Hospital, a music festival, and a wedding ceremony at Breitbeck Park. Votes were unanimous except for the sign request.

• Approved request to replace concrete step at 230 West Eighth St. (unanimous)
• Approved installation of bike racks at 110 West Sixth St. for Oswego Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved Gina Marie Music Studio Festival on July 19 and Aug. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved wedding ceremony at Breitbeck Park on Aug. 8 (unanimous)
• Approved sign request for Rachael's Warrior Run 5K, amended to 20 signs from June 22 to Aug. 23 (3-0-1)
• Approved Peace Pole installation at Veterans Park for Oswego Rotary Club (unanimous)
• Approved community public art initiative painting fire hydrants (unanimous)

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will vote on several budget adjustments and a docking agreement. Items include transfers for street lighting and special events, a budget amendment for a City Hall access control system, and acceptance of funding for Independence Day celebrations. The committee will also discuss operating Little League bathrooms and consider a Priority Docking Agreement with American Cruise Lines.

• Transfer of $37,342.53 from Street Lighting Materials and Supplies to Garage Contracted Services for Scriba Street Lighting
• Budget amendment of $16,671.20 for Computer Materials and Supplies to implement a Replacement Access Control System for City Hall
• Transfer of $52,000.00 from Tourism Contracted Services to Economic Development - CDA Account for Special Events budget
• Acceptance of $5,000.00 from Oswego County Tourism and Planning for Independence Day Celebrations
• Discussion of operating and maintaining Oswego Little League bathrooms for public use

The Administrative Services Committee approved four items to forward to the Full Council: a budget transfer for streetlight repairs, a budget amendment for a new security system, a transfer for special events funding, and a request to accept county funds for Independence Day celebrations. The committee also discussed operating Little League restrooms and approved a recommendation for a Priority Docking Agreement with American Cruise Lines.

• Approved $37,342.53 transfer for Scriba Street Lighting repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $16,671.20 budget amendment for City Hall access control system (unanimous)
• Approved $52,000 transfer for Special Events budget (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $5,000 for Independence Day celebrations (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation for Priority Docking Agreement with American Cruise Lines (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on operating Little League restrooms to Full Council

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will consider a request to discuss installing 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline signage at key locations in Oswego. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and old business.

• Discussion on installing 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline signage at key locations throughout the city

The Human Services Committee approved a request regarding the installation of 10 donated 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline signs. The initiative involves placing signage at high-visibility locations such as bridges and parks. A formal resolution will be prepared for the full City Council.

• Approved May 4, 2026, committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved request from Oswego County Suicide Prevention Coalition (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on a three-year labor agreement with AFSCME Local 1785 (Resolution 164) and a new fee schedule for Fort Gallagher Pool (Resolution 163). They will also consider renewing a Helio Health agreement for a mental health clinician assigned to the police department (Resolution 162). The agenda includes numerous routine approvals for use of public spaces, donations, and a fee waiver request for a block party.

• Approve three-year agreement with AFSCME Local 1785 (Resolution 164)
• Approve new fee schedule for Fort Gallagher Pool (Resolution 163)
• Authorize renewal of Helio Health mental health clinician agreement for police (Resolution 162)
• Approve fee waiver for Racing's Biggest Block Party (Resolution 158)
• Approve use of public space for a patio and sidewalk at 11 West Seneca Street (Resolution 147)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will discuss authorizing the Police Chief to contract with Helio Health, Inc. for an embedded Mental Health Clinician and authorize payment. The committee will also discuss Mental Health Awareness Month and consider an executive session on litigation.

• Police Chief requests authorization for Helio Health, Inc. mental health clinician agreement and payment authority
• Chairman requests discussion on Mental Health Awareness Month
• Chairman requests executive session for pending or current litigation

The Human Services Committee approved a request to continue the City's partnership with Helio Health, Inc. for an embedded mental health clinician through 2026. The committee also discussed mental health awareness and pending litigation.

• Approved Helio Health program extension (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Requested executive session to discuss pending litigation

General

The Physical Services Committee will consider authorizing 13 use-of-public-space requests, including a National Grid utility pole installation, fences, patios, event signs, and summer concerts. The committee will also discuss city rules on yard signs.

• National Grid request for utility pole at 106-108 East Oneida Street to relieve overloaded circuit
• Fee waiver request for Racing's Biggest Block Party
• Discussion of City of Oswego's rules and regulations on yard signs
• Use of Cahill Pier for American Cruise Lines sendoff ceremony on May 23, 2026
• Oswego Public Library storytime at Washington Square Park on Wednesdays July 8–August 12

The Physical Services Committee approved National Grid's request to install a utility pole at 106 and 108 East Oneida Street and unanimously approved requests for public events including a cruise sendoff, concert series, and charity run. The committee tabled a request to install a fence at 264 East Seventh Street pending further review.

• Approved National Grid utility pole installation at 106 and 108 East Oneida Street (unanimous)
• Tabled fence request at 264 East Seventh Street (unanimous)
• Approved American Cruise Lines sendoff ceremony at Cahill Pier (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Concert Series at Veteran’s Stage (unanimous)
• Approved Rachael's Warrior Run at Breitbeck Park (unanimous)
• Approved Harborfest Party in the Park at Water Street Square (unanimous)
• Approved Storytime in the Park at Washington Square Park (unanimous)
• Approved Michele Hourigan's health event signs (unanimous)

General

Administrative Services Committee

The Oswego Administrative Services Committee will discuss and potentially authorize several items, including accepting donations of benches for Shapiro Park, implementing fee changes at Gallagher Pool, and accepting a donation of historical books. The committee may also enter an executive session to discuss collective negotiations.

• Accept donation of a bench from Sara Sunday for Shapiro Park
• Accept donation of a bench from Kristina Cooper for Shapiro Park
• Implement fee changes at Gallagher Pool
• Accept donation of five books of historical local files from the Family of Edward Connors
• Request for executive session to discuss collective negotiations (Taylor Law)

The Administrative Services Committee unanimously approved three requests to forward to the Full Council: reducing Gallagher Pool admission fees to $1 per person and $50 for a family pass; accepting two bench donations for Shapiro Park; and accepting a donation of historical books from the Connors family. The committee also unanimously approved entering an executive session to discuss collective negotiations.

• Forwarded recommendation to reduce Gallagher Pool fees to $1 per person and $50 for a family pass (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to accept a 'Happy to Chat' bench donation for Shapiro Park (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to accept a memorial-style bench donation for Shapiro Park (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to accept a donation of five historical books from the Connors family (unanimous)
• Unanimously approved entering executive session to discuss collective negotiations
• Unanimously approved exiting executive session
• Unanimously approved adjournment of the meeting

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions, including approving minutes, appointing a Commissioner of Deeds, and authorizing multiple public space uses for events and installations. Key decisions include approving a paving project agreement with Northern Asphalt LLC, amending a contract for a spill prevention plan at $8,300, and approving budget amendments for carpet installation ($53,124.77) and painting ($31,750) at Oswego City Court. The council will also vote on selling a 2009 fire engine, accepting a $500 donation for the Animal Shelter, and funding a dog census project at $5,311.61.

• Authorize mayor to execute agreement with Northern Asphalt LLC for 2026 paving project
• Amendment with GHD Consulting Services for $8,300 for Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan
• Budget amendment of $53,124.77 for carpet installation at Oswego City Court
• Budget amendment of $31,750 for painting at Oswego City Court
• Authorize sale of 2009 E-One Typhoon Fire Engine

Planning and Development Committee

Physical Services Committee

The Physical Services Committee will consider seven requests for Use of Public Space, including a driveway expansion at 31 Bronson Street, a donor ceremony, fitness classes, art events, a 5k run, a basketball tournament, and a Healthy Miles sign. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Request from Michael Cloonan for Use of Public Space to expand driveway at 31 Bronson Street
• Request from Oswego Health to host a Donor Ceremony on April 8, 2026
• Request from Oswego YMCA for outdoor fitness classes in Breitbeck and Montcalm parks June–August 2026
• Request from Leanna's Mobile Art Room for Art in the Park events on various dates in 2026
• Request from Anna Hemingway for Hearts for Mitchell 5k run on June 14, 2026

The Physical Services Committee unanimously approved seven requests for use of public space, including a driveway expansion at 31 Bronson Street, a donor ceremony for Oswego Health, YMCA outdoor fitness classes, Art in the Park sessions, a 5k run, a basketball tournament, and installation of a Healthy Miles sign. All resolutions were forwarded to the full City Council for final action.

• Approved driveway expansion at 31 Bronson Street (unanimous)
• Approved Oswego Health Donor Ceremony on April 8, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved YMCA outdoor fitness classes at Breitbeck and Montcalm Parks, June–August 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Leanna's Mobile Art Room Art in the Park sessions for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Hearts for Mitchell 5k on June 14, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Mayday Basketball Tournament on May 3, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Oswego County Healthy Miles sign in Breitbeck Park (unanimous)

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will consider authorization for the Mayor to sign a paving agreement with Northern Asphalt LLC, along with budget amendments totaling $84,874.77 for carpet and painting at Oswego City Court. Other items include declaring fire apparatus surplus, a second dog enumeration mailing project with a $5,311.61 budget amendment, acceptance of a $500 donation, and an amendment for spill prevention consulting services.

• Authorization for 2026 Paving Project agreement with Northern Asphalt LLC
• Budget amendment of $53,124.77 for carpet installation at Oswego City Court
• Budget amendment of $31,750 for painting at Oswego City Court
• Authorization for second Dog Enumeration by Mail Project with $5,311.61 budget amendment
• Acceptance of $500 donation from the estate of Bonnie L. Ketchum

The Administrative Services Committee voted 4-0-1 to recommend approval of seven items to the Oswego Common Council, including the 2026 Paving Project with Northern Asphalt LLC, surplus designation of a 2009 fire engine, a dog licensing mail campaign, a $500 bequest donation, and budget amendments for the city court's carpet and painting. All recommendations passed with the same vote tally; Councilor FitzGibbons was excused.

• Forwarded favorable recommendation to declare 2009 fire engine surplus (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation for second Dog Enumeration by Mail and $5,311.61 budget amendment (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation to accept $500 donation from Bonnie L. Ketchum estate (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation to authorize 2026 Paving Project agreement with Northern Asphalt LLC (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation to approve $8,300 budget amendment for SPCC plan with GHD Consulting (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation for $53,124.77 budget amendment to install carpet at Oswego City Court (4-0-1)
• Forwarded favorable recommendation for $31,750 budget amendment for painting at Oswego City Court (4-0-1)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on two major bond resolutions totaling over $17 million for water infrastructure: $6 million for lead pipe replacement and $11.17 million for water distribution system improvements. Other actions include a proposed zone change on Sheldon Avenue, noise ordinance waivers for two bars, and numerous fee waivers and public space permits for community events. The agenda also includes appointments to the Board of Assessment Review and an employment agreement for a new City Engineer.

• Bond resolution for $11,170,000 to fund water distribution system improvements
• Bond resolution for $6,000,000 for the Lead Water Pipe Replacement Program
• Proposed zone change for properties on Sheldon Avenue from TN2 to TB
• Noise ordinance waivers for Gibby's Irish Pub and The Sting of Oswego for summer live music
• Authorize mayor to enter employment agreement with Elizabeth Chrestler as City Engineer