Poughkeepsie public meetings in 2021
17 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to discuss the sale of city-owned properties and a proposed local law to establish a Division of Youth Services. The body is also considering a public hearing for Good Cause Eviction legislation.
- Proposed sale of 171 S. Cherry Street to Chaderton R. Adams for $58,900
- Proposed sale of vacant city-owned lot at 38 High Street
- Public hearing regarding a local law establishing a Division of Youth Services
- Resolution to set a public hearing on Good Cause Eviction legislation
- Acceptance of a GIGP Grant for improvements at Malcolm X Park
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss funding for pedestrian safety improvements and the approval of annual tax base proportions. The body is also considering the establishment of a Division of Youth Services and the sale of two city-owned properties.
- Appropriation of $2,187,000 for City of Poughkeepsie Pedestrian Safety Improvements (PIN 8762.03)
- Resolution R-21-63 to approve annual Adjusted Base Proportions for 2021 tax levy
- Proposed Local Law to establish a Division of Youth Services
- Authorization to sell city property at 171 Cherry Street and 38 High Street
- Public hearing on amending Local Law regarding Historic Resources and Administrative Process
Common Council
The Common Council is convening a special meeting to hear presentations regarding gun violence, homelessness, and crime. The session includes reports from city police and community health and housing organizations.
- Presentation by Poughkeepsie Police Department Chief Tom Pape
- Presentation by Hudson River Housing Executive Director Christa Hines
- Presentation by Mental Health America of Dutchess County CEO Andrew O'Grady
- Presentation by Dutchess County Department of Behavioral and Community Health
- Presentation by SNUG Director Debra Long
Common Council
The Common Council is discussing the establishment of a Division of Youth Services within the Department of Development to manage youth programs and grants. The body is also deciding on the historic designation of a Mill Street property.
- Resolution R-21-62 to designate 112 Mill Street as a local historic site
- Proposed Local Law to amend Section 9.01 of the Administrative Code to create the Division of Youth Services
- Communication regarding a NYSDOT grant for City of Poughkeepsie Pedestrian Safety Improvements
- Communication introducing Good Cause Eviction Legislation
- Public hearing scheduled for September 7, 2021, regarding the Department of Development local law
Common Council
The Common Council is reviewing a resolution to support a grant application for the redevelopment of the former Up To Date Building. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Joint Water Board and presentations on environmental updates and park infrastructure.
- Resolution R-21-59: Support for a $500,000 New York Main Street program grant for 278 Main St.
- Resolution R-21-60: Appointment of Councilmember Sakima McClinton to the Joint Water Board
- Presentation on Poughkeepsie Natural Resource Inventory 2021 updates
- Communication regarding the Malcolm X Green Infrastructure Grant for Fallkill Creek water quality
- Proposed 278 Main St. project: 11,090 sq. feet of commercial space and 24 apartments
Common Council
The Common Council is reviewing a resolution to sell a single-family home located at 302 Church Street for $56,000. The meeting also includes a report from the Southern Waterfront Redevelopment Task Force and a presentation on real estate markets.
- Sale of city-owned property at 302 Church St. for $56,000
- Extension of time for the Southern Waterfront Site Redevelopment Task Force
- Presentation by City Assessor John Taylor on real estate markets and valuation
- Notice of property damage submitted by Michael Gold
Common Council
The Common Council is considering a local law to restrict off-road vehicles on public property and private land without consent. Additionally, the body is reviewing resolutions for the sale of several city-owned vacant lots and authorizing legal representation for the IDA.
- Proposed local law restricting off-road vehicles (dirt bikes, ATVs) with a $2,000 impound redemption fee
- Resolution R-21-49 authorizing IDA legal representation by Lamb & Barnosky, LLP
- Sale Resolution R-21-52 for Spruce Street vacant lot (6062-60-924470)
- Sale Resolution R-21-54 for 375 Church Street vacant lot (6161-24-430899)
- Communication regarding the sale of city property at 302 Church St. (6161-23-285902)
Common Council
The Common Council is reviewing a resolution to sell the former YMCA property at 35 Montgomery Street to Dutchess County for $10.00. The plan involves the County pledging up to $25 million for the demolition of the existing building and construction of a new community and youth center.
- Resolution R-21-41: Transfer of 35 Montgomery Street to Dutchess County for $10.00
- Proposed $25 million County pledge for youth center design and construction
- City contribution of up to $240,000 (25%) toward demolition costs
- Proposed sale of City owned property at Spruce Street Vacant Lot #6062-60-924470
- Proposed sale of City owned property at 375 Church Street Vacant Lot: 6161-24-430899
Common Council
The Common Council is considering resolutions regarding electricity sourcing and environmental concerns. The meeting includes presentations on a proposed $3MM parks investment, short-term rental regulations, and the sale of city property at 123 Smith Street.
- Proposed $3MM investment in parks infrastructure and enhancements ("PKGO Parks")
- Resolution R21-39 to continue the Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) electricity program
- Resolution R21-38 to submit a letter to NYSDEC regarding NYCDEP releases to the lower Esopus Creek
- Proposed short-term rental regulations requiring permits and neighbor notification
- Proposed sale of city-owned property at 123 Smith Street
General
The Finance Committee will review the city's current fiscal condition and receive updates on collective bargaining with FIRE. The body will also consider the restoration of positions cut during COVID-19 and the addition of a full-time equivalent (FTE) position in Human Resources.
- Collective bargaining update with FIRE
- Proposed restoration of positions cut due to COVID-19
- Proposed addition of FTE in Department of Human Resources
- Update on Property Acquisition & Disposition Committee activities
Common Council
The Common Council is conducting a public hearing regarding the designation of the Eastman Park Oval as a Local Historic Landmark. The body will also review budget findings from Capital Markets Advisors, LLC and discuss street improvements on Grand Avenue.
- Public hearing for Eastman Park Oval Local Historic Landmark designation
- Proposed nomination of 112 Mill Street as a Local Historic Landmark
- Nominations for the Southern Waterfront Redevelopment Task Force
- Funding and implementation for the Grand Avenue Street Improvement
- Maintenance and occupance agreement for state-owned parking lot adjacent to 20 Rose Street
General
The Finance Committee will receive reports on the city's current fiscal condition and the American Recovery Act. The body will also discuss collective bargaining with FIRE and updates from the Financial Restructuring Board.
- Current Fiscal Condition report
- Collective bargaining update with FIRE
- Financial Restructuring Board (FRB) update
- Property Acquisition & Disposition Committee activities
- American Recovery Act synopsis
Common Council
The Common Council is discussing the transfer of the former YMCA property at 35 Montgomery Street to Dutchess County for the construction of a new youth center. The meeting also includes a public hearing on senior tax exemptions and a proposal to designate the Eastman Park Oval as a historic landmark.
- Proposed sale of 35 Montgomery Street to Dutchess County for $10, with the County pledging up to $25 million for development
- Resolution R21-33 to set a public hearing on April 5, 2021, for the nomination of Eastman Park Oval as a local historic landmark
- Public hearing regarding proposed amendment to Local Law §14.35 Senior Tax Exemption
- City contribution of up to $240,000 (25%) toward demolition costs of the 35 Montgomery Street structure
- Liquor license renewal notice for El Bracero Restaurant at 581 Main Street
Common Council
The Common Council is conducting a public hearing on the Poughkeepsie Emergency Tenant Housing and Inclusionary Construction Strategy (ETHICS) Act of 2020. The body is also considering several resolutions related to park improvements, bond refunding, and city appointments.
- Public hearing for the 'Poughkeepsie Emergency Tenant Housing and Inclusionary Construction Strategy (ETHICS) Act of 2020'
- Resolution R21-23 and R21-24 regarding SEQRA determination and bond approval for Pershing Park improvements
- Resolution R21-25 for a lease agreement with Scenic Hudson, Inc for the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm
- Resolution R21-26 for City of Poughkeepsie and Library District bond refunding
- Ordinance O-21-03 amending emergency snow routes
Common Council
The Common Council is considering an ordinance to rezone a vacant nine-acre parcel on Milton Street from Medium-low Density to Planned Residential Development. The proposal by Maselo Realty, LLC includes the construction of 63 multi-family dwelling units and 124 off-street parking spaces.
- Ordinance O-21-01: Rezoning a nine-acre parcel on Milton Street to Planned Residential Development
- Ordinance O-21-02: Amending City of Poughkeepsie Code Section 13-175 regarding stop sign locations
- Proposal for 63 multi-family dwelling units and 124 parking spaces at Highview at Fall Kill Creek
- Public hearing regarding the state judicial tax enforcement procedure
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss a zoning amendment for a vacant parcel on Milton Street and a new ethics act. The body is also reviewing a change to designated stop sign locations.
- Ordinance O-21-01: Rezoning a nine-acre parcel on Milton Street to Planned Residential Density (PRD)
- Resolution R21-22: Introduction of local law 3 of 2021, Poughkeepsie Ethics Act
- Ordinance O-21-XX: Amendment to Section 13-175 regarding designated stop sign locations
- Inter-Municipal Agreement for Joint City-School District Shared Employee-Communication & Public Outreach
- Liquor license renewal notice for JD’s Pub & Brew, Inc.
General
The Finance Committee will review the current fiscal condition and a 2021 budget amendment proposal. The meeting also includes updates on collective bargaining with the FIRE unit and activities of the Property Acquisition & Disposition Committee.
- 2021 Budget Amendment Proposal
- Collective bargaining update with FIRE
- Property Acquisition & Disposition Committee update