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Troy public meetings in 2022

61 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 22, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple budget amendments and fund transfers

The City Council passed six ordinances to amend various city funds and authorize the transfer of money for the 2023 Capital Plan and other specific purposes. The council also updated the General Fund balance policy and set the date for the January 2023 meeting.

Wed Dec 21, 2022

Planning Commission

Troy Planning Commission reviews mixed-use developments and site plan extensions

The Planning Commission will review several requests for site plan approvals, extensions, and changes of use. Items include a proposed 92-unit mixed-use building at 1 Monument Square and a redevelopment project at the Troy Atrium.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves site plan for 400 River Street renovation

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a vacant apartment building renovation at 400 River Street and granted a site plan extension for Country Garden Apartments. The commission also recommended the Troy Atrium redevelopment proposal to the City Council and accepted materials for the Troy Housing Authority project. A proposal for a delicatessen at 391 Third Street was adjourned to the January meeting.

Thu Dec 15, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves several tax relevies and police vehicle purchases

The City Council passed multiple ordinances to move unpaid city fees and charges onto 2023 property tax bills. The council also approved the purchase of new emergency response vehicles for the Troy Police Department and a settlement for tax certiorari proceedings.

Thu Dec 15, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves relevying unpaid city fees onto 2023 property tax bills

The City Council passed several ordinances to move unpaid water, waste, and demolition charges onto 2023 property tax bills. The council also approved the purchase of new police emergency vehicles and a document management agreement for the Bureau of Vital Statistics.

Wed Dec 7, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to vote on converting three-family home to four-family at 234 5th Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a use variance for 234 5th Ave. The applicant seeks to convert a nonconforming three-family residential property into a four-family dwelling, requiring relief from density and parking requirements. The meeting will be held in-person with virtual attendance options.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Board of Appeals approves November 2nd meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals met to act upon requests for approvals and appeals from the Bureau of Code Enforcement. The only substantive action recorded in the provided text was the approval of previous meeting minutes.

Mon Dec 5, 2022

Police Objective Review Board

Troy Police Objective Review Board to discuss by-law amendments, complaint log, and 2023 officer nominations

The board will consider proposed by-law amendments from Mayor Madden, discuss the complaint log and reporting process, and assign a member to maintain the ISB review form. New business includes clarifying term limits and preparing a slate of officers for 2023.

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✓ Decided: Police Objective Review Board accepts November 2022 meeting minutes

The board accepted the November 2022 minutes and discussed proposed by-law revisions from Mayor Patrick Madden. Members discussed protocols for receiving complaint dates and the creation of an Arabic version of the compliment/complaint form.

Thu Dec 1, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves budget amendments and several board appointments

The City Council passed ordinances to amend the General Fund, Garbage Fund, and Capital Projects Fund budgets. The council also approved a local law regarding Zoning Board of Appeals term limits and confirmed three appointments to city boards.

Wed Nov 30, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves Fiscal Year 2023 budget and tax levy

The City Council approved the budget and property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2023. The council also passed ordinances to amend the city code and establish new water and sewer rates.

Wed Nov 30, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves Fiscal Year 2023 budget and tax levy

The Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and the corresponding property tax levy. New water and sewer rates were established, and an ordinance amending Chapter 216 of the City Code was passed. Several budget amendments regarding staff vacancies and salary increases were also decided.

Fri Nov 18, 2022

Troy Industrial Development Authority

✓ Decided: Troy IDA approves initial resolution for Kings Commons II mixed-use project

The board approved an initial project resolution for Kings Commons II, LLC to develop a five-story building with 52 apartment units and 600 square feet of retail space. The board also approved the agency's financial statements as of October 31, 2022. A public hearing will be scheduled to discuss sales tax, mortgage recording tax, and PILOT terms.

Fri Nov 18, 2022

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

✓ Decided: Troy Capital Resource Corporation approves October 2022 financials

The board approved the meeting minutes from October 28, 2022, and the financial statements for October 2022. The Executive Director reported a $10,000 fee from Trinity Healthcare Partners and noted a potential repayment extension request regarding a preservation loan.

Fri Nov 18, 2022

Troy Local Development Corporation

✓ Decided: Troy Local Development Corporation Audit and Finance Committee approves 2023 budget

The Audit and Finance Committee approved the cy2023 budget. The budget includes changes regarding rent increases for County Waste, BSM Banquet Loan payments, and non-operating revenue from the County Waste PILOT and the sale of Federal Street property.

Fri Nov 18, 2022

Troy Local Development Corporation

✓ Decided: LDC approves transfer of 3000 Main Street property to City of Troy

The board approved the transfer of the 'Alamo' property at 3000 Main Street to the City of Troy for $115,000. The board also approved reassigning a solar lease agreement to SL Empire Solar I LLC and approved the October financial statements.

Wed Nov 16, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 123-unit senior housing, rock-climbing gym, and Atrium redevelopment

The Planning Commission will vote on several major development proposals, including a 123-unit senior housing facility and rock-climbing gym on River Street's Bargain Block, plus a 100-unit residential building at the Troy Atrium. Other items include converting a former dental office into a real estate office, a barber shop into a smoke shop, a vacant space into a bakery, and renovating a vacant apartment building in the Historic District. The Commission will also consider a subdivision of a 6-unit building by the Troy Community Land Bank and a parking lot for Redburn Development.

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves several use changes and site plans

The Planning Commission approved a consent agenda including three change-of-use requests and two site/subdivision reviews. A renovation project at 400 River Street was approved with a specific condition regarding a planter wall. A request to convert a barber shop into a smoke shop was tabled.

Tue Nov 15, 2022

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves several new city and district positions

The Commission approved the establishment of multiple new positions for the Troy School District, Troy Housing Authority, and Troy Public Library. The board also approved two exam announcements and two eligible lists for competitive hiring.

Mon Nov 7, 2022

Police Objective Review Board

Police review board to discuss bylaw amendments and complaint form changes

The Police Objective Review Board will discuss proposed amendments to its bylaws, a new format for reviewing Internal Security Bureau cases and maintaining disposition reports, and a revised format for board minutes. Members will also review the online complaint form and discuss term limits, a nominating committee for 2023 officers, and the 2024 budget.

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✓ Decided: Police Objective Review Board adopts new review and minutes forms

The board approved the adoption of official forms for reviewing closed investigations and the format for monthly meeting minutes. Discussion regarding bylaw amendments was delayed until December.

Thu Nov 3, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council reduces building permit fees for Taylor I Housing Project

The City Council passed an ordinance to reduce building permit fees for the construction of the Taylor I Housing Project. The City Comptroller also presented the 3rd Quarter Report.

Thu Nov 3, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves property purchase and multiple budget amendments

The City Council approved the purchase of 3000 Main Street and authorized several budget amendments to accept federal and state grants. The council also approved funding appropriations from the American Rescue Plan Act and reduced permit fees for the Taylor I Housing Project.

Wed Nov 2, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to vote on 11 sq ft sign variance at 429 River St

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on November 2, 2022, to consider an area variance for two business signs at 429 River Street. The applicant requests relief of 11 square feet from the 100 sq ft maximum total sign area. The board will also adopt minutes from the October 12 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Board approves sign area variance for 429 River St

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for Jose Theoktisto to install two business signs at 429 River St. The approval allows for a total signage area of 111 sq ft, exceeding the 100 sq ft limit by 11 sq ft.

Fri Oct 28, 2022

Troy Industrial Development Authority

✓ Decided: Troy IDA Audit and Finance Committee approves 2023 budget

The committee approved the 2023 budget, which projects $201,500 in total revenue and a deficiency of $134,944 for the year. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 1, 2022.

Fri Oct 28, 2022

Troy Industrial Development Authority

✓ Decided: Troy IDA adopts 2023 budget and approves North Central environmental study

The board adopted the 2023 budget as approved by the Audit and Finance Committee. It also authorized an environmental study for a property in North Central and approved the agency's financial statements as of September 30, 2022.

Fri Oct 28, 2022

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

✓ Decided: Audit and Finance Committee recommends 2023 budget for board adoption

The Audit and Finance Committee approved the 2023 budget and recommended it to the full board for adoption. The budget includes $50,000 earmarked for grants and expects income from annual bond fees paid by RPI.

Fri Oct 28, 2022

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

✓ Decided: Troy Capital Resource Corporation approves 2023 budget

The board approved the 2023 budget as recommended by the Audit and Finance Committee. Financial statements as of September 30, 2022, were approved, showing total assets of $434,918.67. The board also approved the minutes from the September 16, 2022 meeting.

Thu Oct 27, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Troy City Council approves multiple budget amendments and property purchase

The City Council approved several ordinances to accept federal and state grants for paramedic training, police equipment, and violence against women programs. The council also authorized the purchase of 3000 Main Street and approved various American Rescue Plan Act funding allocations. A proposal to waive building permit fees for the Taylor I Housing Project was denied.

Wed Oct 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Troy Atrium redevelopment and multiple site plans

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on October 19, 2022, to consider several site plan reviews and a change of use. Notable items include the redevelopment of the Troy Atrium into a 5-story building with 68 apartments, a new 4-story apartment building at 1818 Fifth Avenue, and a daycare conversion at 315 2nd Avenue.

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Wed Oct 12, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to consider residential conversion at 487 Campbell Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to decide on a proposal to convert commercial space into residential units. The board will also vote to adopt minutes from the August 3rd meeting.

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Mon Oct 3, 2022

Police Objective Review Board

Police Objective Review Board to review case file ISB 22-11

The Police Objective Review Board will review a report and video footage regarding Captain Conyers in case file ISB 22-11. The board will also discuss proposed by-law amendments and a development orientation program for new members.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews multi-family housing and commercial projects

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plans for residential and commercial developments. Key items include proposals for new apartment buildings and changes to the use of existing commercial spaces.

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Mon Sep 12, 2022

Police Objective Review Board

Police Objective Review Board to review two case files

The board will discuss three by-law amendments and the development of a new member orientation program. Members will also review report and video footage for ISB case files 22-8 and 22-11.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board reviews residential conversions and new construction proposals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider several variance requests for property uses and constructions. Items include a boutique storefront, multi-family residential conversions, and new building developments.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews multi-family housing and commercial site plans

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plan requests and changes of use. Key items include proposals for new residential units and medical facilities, as well as school and commercial renovations.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

Troy Zoning Board reviews residential conversions and commercial uses

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to hear proposals regarding residential density increases, new restaurant uses, and signage. Items include converting two-family and three-family properties into larger multi-family residences.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review residential conversions and use variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear proposals for residential developments and business use variances. Decisions include requests for parking relief and density changes for several properties across the city.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on proposed Troy Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Troy Zoning Ordinance. The body will also consider the adoption of meeting minutes from May 18th, 2022.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to consider lot subdivision and variances for 806-814 River Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a proposal by Habitat for Humanity Capital District to subdivide four vacant lots into six. The board will decide on requested variances regarding setbacks, parking, and height for the project.

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Wed May 25, 2022

City Council

City Council considers $1,500 grant for neighborhood improvements

The City Council is meeting to amend the 2022 General Fund Budget to accept grant funds. The body is discussing the allocation of these funds toward local neighborhood projects.

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Wed May 25, 2022

City Council

Public hearing on zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue. The change from R-1 Single Family Residential Detached to P Planned Development would allow for the construction of three apartment buildings.

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Fri May 20, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews mixed-use and residential development proposals

The Planning Commission will review several site plans and extension requests for commercial and residential projects. The body is considering new developments including a mixed-use building, a daycare facility, and single-family row homes.

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Thu May 5, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses neighborhood funds and waste disposal agreements

The City Council is considering the award of $20,000 for various Neighborhood Improvement Projects. Additionally, the council will review a resolution to share household hazardous waste services with Rensselaer County and Bethlehem, and a report on standard work days for certain employees.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses budget amendments and fund balance policy changes

The City Council is considering several ordinances to amend the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Water Fund budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on a zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue and various equipment purchase agreements.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022

City Council

City Council reviews proposed redistricting plan

The City Council will review a presentation regarding the Independent Redistricting Commission's proposed redistricting plan for the city.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022

Planning Commission

Troy Planning Commission reviews several commercial and residential development requests

The Planning Commission will review multiple site plans, subdivisions, and changes of use. These items include residential conversions, new mixed-use buildings, and a large single-family subdivision.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022

City Council

General Services Committee to discuss sanitation violations

The General Services Committee is meeting to discuss ideas for minimizing sanitation violations. No legislation is on the agenda for this meeting.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022

City Council

Council discusses ideas to minimize sanitation violations

The General Services Committee will discuss methods for minimizing sanitation violations. There is no legislation scheduled for this meeting.

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Thu Apr 7, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses transportation projects and personnel appointments

The City Council is considering several resolutions including a contract for road improvements at Congress and Ferry Streets. The agenda also includes the appointment of Commissioners of Deeds and a tabled resolution to confirm Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor.

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Thu Mar 31, 2022

City Council

City Council holds workshop regarding 1011 2nd Avenue

The City Council is conducting a workshop titled 1011 2nd Avenue SEQRA Workshop #2. Public comments regarding this matter will be taken at a subsequent committee meeting.

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Thu Mar 24, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses appointments and economic development grants

The Finance Meeting includes several resolutions regarding city appointments and community support. The council will consider endorsing a grant application for an expanded education and training center.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews mixed-use project at 1 Monument Square

The Planning Commission will review several change-of-use requests for commercial and residential spaces. The body is also considering site plan reviews for new construction and renovations across the city.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022

City Council

Discussion of lead and copper rule revisions

The City Council workshop includes a presentation regarding the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions as implemented by the EPA and DOH.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022

City Council

City Council to discuss Lead and Copper Rule revisions

The City Council is holding a workshop to review revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule as implemented by the EPA and DOH.

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Thu Mar 3, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses grants and lease amendments

The City Council is considering several ordinances and resolutions, including the acceptance of a $600,000 EPA grant for South Troy waterfront cleanup. The agenda also includes lease amendments for water tower facilities and various master services agreements.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

City Council

Council discusses increasing the number of Redistricting Commission members

The City Council is holding a public forum regarding Local Law #1. This proposed law would amend the Troy City Charter to change the size of the independent commission responsible for drawing district boundaries.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

City Council

Public Safety Committee meets for department updates

The Public Safety Committee is scheduled to receive updates from the Police Department and the Fire Department. There is no legislation on this agenda, so there will be no public forum.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

City Council

Public Utilities Committee discusses water infrastructure and regulations

The Public Utilities Committee is reviewing several utility projects and regulatory updates. Per council rules, this meeting contains no legislation and will not include a public forum.

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Thu Feb 17, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council discusses budget amendments and community center funding

The Finance Committee is reviewing several budget amendments including the appropriation of $1,000,000 for a North Central community center. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA funding, the TRIP project, and various municipal fund transfers.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews several change of use requests and a new mixed-use building

The Planning Commission will meet via Zoom to review multiple business use changes and one new construction project. These items include proposals for restaurants, a gift shop, and a three-story residential and commercial building.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022

City Council

Parking Department review scheduled for General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will conduct a review of the Parking Department. No legislation is scheduled for this meeting, so there will be no public forum.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022

City Council

City Council to discuss zone change at 1011 2nd Avenue

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the State Environmental Quality Review for a proposed zone change. The meeting includes department heads, the developer, and a representative from Friends of Mahicantuck.

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Thu Feb 3, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council considers legal settlement and emergency responder commendations

The Finance Meeting includes a proposed $33,000 settlement regarding a federal civil rights lawsuit involving a police shooting. The Council will also consider resolutions to commend fire and police personnel for a water rescue and to appoint new Commissioners of Deeds.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022

City Council

Troy City Council considers $20,000 settlement for sidewalk injury claim

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to settle a lawsuit regarding a 2017 trip-and-fall on Seventh Avenue. The body is also discussing changes to the redistricting commission and adjustments to parking staff funding.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Troy Planning Commission reviews residential conversions and site plan extensions

The Planning Commission will review several requests including building height changes at King’s Landing II and multiple commercial-to-residential conversions. The meeting also includes requests for 12-month site plan approval extensions for Country Garden Apartments and 750 Second Avenue.

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