Tupper Lake public meetings in 2022

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold its regular meeting, starting with the pledge and roll call. The main action item is reapproving a 2-lot minor subdivision application for property at 1718 State Route 30. The board will also conduct preliminary reviews of two subdivisions on Old Piercefield Road and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Reapprove application #003-22 for 2-lot minor subdivision at 1718 State Route 30 (Parcel ID #500.-4-2)
• Preliminary review: Sutliffe/Clement subdivision on Old Piercefield Road (Parcel 480.-1-3)
• Preliminary review: Leblanc/Gravlin subdivision on Old Piercefield Road (Parcel 480,-1-6.100)
• Approve minutes from October 26 and November 23 meetings
• Meeting reminder for January 25, 2023

The board reapproved application #003-22 for a 2-lot minor subdivision at 1718 State Route 30, owned by James Richer. It also set public hearings for January 25, 2023, for two preliminary subdivision reviews: the Sutliffe/Clement subdivision on Old Piercefield Road and the Leblanc/Gravlin subdivision, the latter requiring an area variance or deeded right-of-way. Minutes from October and November were approved.

• Approved reapproval of application #003-22 for a 2-lot minor subdivision at 1718 State Route 30 (motion by Chary, second by Bencze, all in favor).
• Set public hearing for January 25, 2023, for the Sutliffe/Clement subdivision on Old Piercefield Road (motion by Chary, second by Bencze, all in favor).
• Tentatively set public hearing for January 25, 2023, for the Leblanc/Gravlin subdivision on Old Piercefield Road (motion by Chary, second by Bencze, all in favor).
• Approved minutes from October 26 and November 23 meetings (motion by Bencze, second by Merrihew, all in favor).

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a public hearing and adopted Local Law No. 5 of 2022, which provides for the administration and enforcement of the NYS Uniform Building Code and Energy Code. The board also approved a resolution to increase rates at Little Wolf Campground for the 2023 season, and discussed updates on housing and a new zoning code.

• Adopted Local Law No. 5 of 2022 for administration and enforcement of NYS Uniform Building Code and Energy Code
• Approved rate increases for Little Wolf Campground, effective 2023 season (e.g., full hookups daily $52.50, seasonal local resident $1,600)
• Approved purchase of ZOLL AED Plus for Little Wolf Campground for $1,448.97
• Approved 2023 agreement with Tri-Lakes Humane Society for $3,122.00
• Approved Abstract #12 totaling $102,948.51 and budget transfers of $46,772.00

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will not hold its November 2022 meeting. The agenda states only that there is no November meeting, with no other business listed.

• No November meeting scheduled

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then discuss and take action on a special use application for a hair salon at 75 Wawbeek Ave and adjoining vacant lot. The board will also approve minutes from the September 28 meeting and hear from code enforcement officers. The meeting includes routine items like roll call and a reminder about the November 23 meeting.

• Public hearing for Application #012-22: Kasey Kentile, represented by Kirk Gagnier, special use review for hair salon at 75 Wawbeek Ave & adjoining vacant lot (Parcel IDs 490.75-3-4.100 & 491.75-3-4.100)
• Discussion and action on Application #012-22 for the hair salon
• Approval of September 28 meeting minutes
• Reports from Town and Village Code Enforcement Officers (Paul O'Leary and Pete Edwards)
• Reminder of November 23, 2022 meeting, possible reschedule due to Thanksgiving

The Joint Planning Board approved a special use permit for a hair salon with three stations, a manicure/pedicure area, and one apartment at 75 Wawbeek Ave and adjoining vacant lot. The two parcels will be merged, with the vacant portion used for off-street parking. The board also approved the September 28 meeting minutes. No other business was reported.

• Approved special use permit for hair salon at 75 Wawbeek Ave (Application #012-22)
• Approved September 28 Regular Meeting Minutes

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two applications: a special use review for a history museum at 291 Park Street and a site plan review for a 5,625 sq ft stacking warehouse at 167 Pitchfork Pond Road. The board will also discuss a site plan amendment for the OWD Redevelopment project and approve minutes from the July meeting.

• Public hearing: Application #010-22, Tupper Lake History Museum special use review, 291 Park Street, Parcel ID #491.53-3-3
• Public hearing: Application #JPB 009-22, Tupper Lake Hardwoods site plan review for 5,625 sq ft stacking warehouse, 167 Pitchfork Pond Road, Parcel ID #480.-1-1.200
• Discussion & action: Application #011-21, OWD Redevelopment site plan amendment
• Discussion & action on both hearing applications
• Approve July 27 regular meeting minutes

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board approved three applications: a site plan amendment for OWD Redevelopment, a special use review for the Tupper Lake History Museum at 291 Park Street, and a site plan review for Tupper Lake Hardwoods' 5,625 sq ft stacking warehouse at 167 Pitchfork Pond Road. All motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the July 27 meeting minutes.

• Approved OWD Redevelopment site plan amendment (all in favor)
• Approved Tupper Lake History Museum special use review (all in favor)
• Approved Tupper Lake Hardwoods warehouse site plan review (all in favor)
• Approved July 27 regular meeting minutes (all in favor)

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board introduced two local laws: one to override the state tax levy limit for the 2023 budget, and another to authorize e-bikes on town highways with speed limits over 30 mph. Public hearings for both are set for October 13, 2022. The board also awarded a firewood bid to Lizotte Logging at $75.00 per face cord, approved a $289,173.25 voucher abstract, and discussed the Chamber of Commerce's dissolution and the Recreation Department taking over its events.

• Introduced Local Law No. 3 to override the 2023 tax levy limit; public hearing Oct. 13 at 6:00 p.m.
• Introduced Local Law No. 4 to authorize e-bikes on town highways over 30 mph; public hearing Oct. 13 at 6:05 p.m.
• Awarded 40 face cords of firewood bid to Lizotte Logging at $75.00/face cord
• Approved Abstract #9 of audited vouchers totaling $289,173.25
• Approved drainage easement from Mark Dewyea at 15 Little Wolf Road

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will not hold a meeting in August 2022. The agenda consists solely of a notice canceling the meeting, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled for August 24, 2022

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board approved routine items including minutes, monthly department reports, and an abstract of audited vouchers totaling $127,954.59. They also hired Leifheit & Littlefield Land Surveying for a $900 boundary survey on Dugal Road, approved a letter of support for the Village's waterfront revitalization program, and approved an engineering contract with EDR for Little Wolf Beach. A discussion about expanding the Town Recreational Department was tabled until next month.

• Approved Abstract #8 of audited vouchers totaling $127,954.59
• Hired Leifheit & Littlefield Land Surveying for $900 boundary survey on Dugal Road
• Approved letter of support for Village of Tupper Lake's 2022 Local Waterfront Revitalization Program
• Approved engineering contract with EDR for Little Wolf Beach & Campground assessment
• Approved advertising for bids for 40 face cords of firewood for Highway Garage

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on two applications: a use variance for a commercial business in a residential zone and a two-lot minor subdivision. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear from code enforcement officers.

• ZBA #001-2022: Use variance for commercial business at 94 Stetson Road (parcel 491.77-4-10)
• Application #005-22: 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street (parcel 480.75-1-5.400)
• Approve minutes from May 25, June 6, and June 22 meetings
• Reports from Town and Village Code Enforcement Officers

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board voted to recommend that the Zoning Board of Appeals deny a use variance for a commercial business at 94 Stetson Road, as the applicant did not meet the high standard for a variance. The board also approved a 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street, with no objections from the public. Minutes from previous meetings were approved, and no other business was reported.

• Recommended denial of use variance for commercial business at 94 Stetson Road (ZBA #001-2022).
• Approved 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street (Application #005-22).
• Approved minutes from May 25, June 6, and June 22 meetings.

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two 2-lot minor subdivision applications. The first is for property at 57 Bradley Street owned by Laurie Jessie, and the second is for property at 133 Old Piercefield Road owned by Mark Sutliffe and Michelle Clement. The board will also approve minutes from the May 25 meeting and hear from code enforcement officers.

• Public hearing: Application #005-22, 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street (Parcel ID 480.75-1-5.400), owner Laurie Jessie
• Public hearing: Application #006-22, 2-lot minor subdivision at 133 Old Piercefield Road (Parcel ID 480.-1-3), owners Mark Sutliffe/Michelle Clement
• Discussion and action on both subdivision applications
• Approval of May 25 regular meeting minutes
• Reports from Town and Village Code Enforcement Officers

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board held public hearings for two 2-lot minor subdivision applications (at 57 Bradley Street and 133 Old Piercefield Road) with no public comment, but took no action on them or on approving previous meeting minutes because a quorum was not present. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no reports from code enforcement officers and a reminder of the next meeting on July 27, 2022.

• Held public hearing for Application #005-22 (Laurie Jessie, 57 Bradley Street) with no public comment
• Held public hearing for Application #006-22 (Mark Sutliffe/Michelle Clement, 133 Old Piercefield Road) with no public comment
• No action taken on applications due to lack of quorum
• No approval of May 25 and June 6 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Adjourned meeting by motion (Yaworski, seconded by Chary, all in favor)

Town Board

The Town Board introduced Local Law #2 of 2022, which proposes rezoning several parcels from Low Density Residential to Highway Residential/Commercial. A public hearing for this amendment is scheduled for July 14, 2022.

• Resolution to approve $6,898.00 contract with Alpine Fence LLC for Setting Pole Dam fencing
• Approval of 2022 Tax Collector’s Annual Report showing $4,198,109.69 in taxes collected
• Introduction of Local Law #2 of 2022 regarding zoning map amendments
• Resolution designating May 10th as 'Jamie Rose Martin' Domestic Violence Awareness Day
• Approval of Abstract #6 of Audited Vouchers totaling $59,942.64

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board approved a Greater Than 30-Day Temporary Use Permit for Carlos Gonzalez to house baseball players at 115 Main Street. The permit allows temporary housing until the end of July, with conditions discussed including dumpster and porta john use, parking, and building safety. The motion was made by Doug Bencze, seconded by Dave St. Onge, and passed unanimously.

• Approved Application #007-22 for a temporary use permit for baseball player housing at 115 Main Street
• Discussed and confirmed building safety, including fire alarms and exits
• Discussed trash disposal with dumpster provided by Fletchers
• Discussed bathroom arrangements, including porta johns due to drain issues
• Discussed parking instructions for players to use the right-side lot
• Discussed duration of use until end of July with cleanup time
• Motion to approve made by Mr. Bencze, seconded by Mr. St. Onge, all in favor
• Motion to adjourn made by Mr. Bencze, seconded by Ms. Yaworski, all in favor

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board approved a preliminary review for a 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street, setting a public hearing for June 22. They also recommended partial rezoning of 161 Main Street to allow a commercial repair shop, and reaffirmed a 2020 subdivision approval that had lapsed.

• Approved preliminary review for Laurie Jessie's 2-lot minor subdivision at 57 Bradley Street, with public hearing set for June 22.
• Recommended partial rezoning of 161 Main Street (Parcel ID #480.-6-7) to commercial for a repair shop, keeping the rest as R3.
• Reapproved final plan for Curt Eggsware's two-lot subdivision at 6 Underwood Road, originally approved November 25, 2020.
• Approved minutes from the April 27 regular meeting.

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held its regular meeting on May 12, 2022, covering routine approvals and several notable items. They approved Abstract #5 of audited vouchers totaling $110,896.98, accepted the 2021 Annual Financial Report, and authorized advertising for bids for crusher run. The board also referred a zoning map amendment request for two properties to the Planning Board, approved the 2022 day camp staff and pay rates, and addressed a sewer district easement issue. Public comments included a request for help for Mac's Safe Ride and a proposal to study forming a parks and recreation department.

• Approved Abstract #5 of audited vouchers totaling $110,896.98
• Referred zoning map amendment for King (Ottawa Ave.) and Mitchell (161 Main St.) properties to Planning Board
• Advertised for bids for 4,500 tons of crusher run, with delivery to Gull Pond Road and Town Highway Garage
• Approved 2022 Day Camp staff with pay rates from $13.25/hr to $14.75/hr
• Adopted Resolution #14 to correct sewer line easement in District #23, including installing a double pump on Milsark property

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss several land use applications. Items include a minor subdivision request, a brewhouse/taproom permit amendment, and a retail space review.

• Public Hearing: 2-Lot Minor Subdivision at 1718 State Route 30
• Permit amendment for brewhouse/taproom at 138 Park Street
• Review of retail space located at 2594 State Route 30
• Approval of March 23 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board approved a 2-lot minor subdivision for property at 1718 State Route 30, amended a use permit for a brewhouse/taproom at 138 Park Street, and amended a permit for a retail space at 2594 State Route 30. All motions passed unanimously. No public comments were made during the hearing or meeting.

• Approved 2-lot minor subdivision at 1718 State Route 30 (all in favor)
• Amended brewhouse/taproom permit at 138 Park Street (all in favor)
• Amended retail space permit at 2594 State Route 30 (all in favor)
• Approved March 23 regular meeting minutes (all in favor)

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a public hearing and adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2022, which requires written notice of highway defects before lawsuits against the town. The board also approved $66,520.97 in audited vouchers, budget transfers, and several other items including a design plan for bike racks and water filling stations.

• Adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2022 'Notice of Highway Defects'
• Approved Abstract #4 of audited vouchers totaling $66,520.97
• Approved budget transfers of $10,331.06
• Approved ROOST design for bike racks and water filling stations (approx. $65,000)
• Approved use of Aaron Maddox Hall for Amvets Bingo

Town Board

The Town Board discussed the PER for Little Wolf Beach/Campground and scheduled a public informational session for April 30, 2022. The Board also voted unanimously to authorize a letter of support for the OWD Development LLC project.

• Public Informational Session for Little Wolf Campground set for April 30, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.
• Authorization of support letter for OWD Project to request NYS Homes & Community Renewal funding
• OWD Project proposal includes 80 workforce housing units and a Raquette River Brewery production facility

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and take action on two major subdivision applications, one off Lake Simond Rd and one off Mclaughlin Ave. They will also consider an amendment to a brewhouse/taproom permit and reaffirm a prior subdivision approval. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call, minutes approval, and adjournment.

• Public hearing: 5-lot major subdivision off Lake Simond Rd (Parcel ID #500.-4-6.100)
• Public hearing: 3-lot major subdivision off Mclaughlin Ave (Parcel ID #491.-2-1)
• Action: Reaffirm final plan approval resolution #001-2021 for John Paul LaVinge three-lot minor subdivision
• Discussion & action: Amendment of original permit for brewhouse/taproom at 138 Park Street

The Joint Planning Board approved two major subdivision applications: a 5-lot subdivision off Lake Simond Rd. (Application #002-22) and a 3-lot subdivision off Mclaughlin Ave. (Application #001-22). The board also reaffirmed a 2021 final plan approval for a three-lot minor subdivision. An amendment to a brewhouse/taproom permit was tabled until the April 27 meeting pending more detailed plans.

• Approved Application #002-22: 5-lot major subdivision off Lake Simond Rd.
• Approved Application #001-22: 3-lot major subdivision off Mclaughlin Ave.
• Reaffirmed final plan approval resolution #001-2021 for John Paul LaVinge's three-lot minor subdivision.
• Tabled Application #004-2021 (brewhouse/taproom amendment) until April 27 meeting.
• Approved minutes for February 23 Regular and February 28 Special meetings.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Town Board

The Town Board approved a resolution to hire a law firm to pursue Supreme Court actions regarding property maintenance and building code violations. The board also reviewed monthly department reports, approved $61,024.87 in vouchers, and established a new Mountain Recreational Committee.

• Resolution authorizing legal action against properties on Lalonde Avenue, Dugal Road, and State Route 30
• Approval of Abstract #3 of Audited Vouchers totaling $61,024.87
• Introduction of Local Law No. 1 of 2022 regarding notice of highway defects
• Formation of the Mountain Recreational Committee to manage Big Tupper Ski Area opportunities
• Award of $1,787.26 from the JCAP Grant for Town Court equipment and furniture

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a multi-use and site plan review application submitted by OWD Development LLC, represented by Zina Lagonegro of Passero Associates. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with the pledge, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion/Action: OWD Development LLC multi-use and site plan review application

The Joint Planning Board approved a site plan and special use permit for an 80-unit apartment development, with more one-bedroom than two-bedroom units, after the applicant reduced the unit count from a prior proposal. The board also approved the SEQR review and authorized the chairman to sign the plans and maintenance agreement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved site plan for 80-unit apartment development (all in favor)
• Approved special use permit for the apartment project (all in favor)
• Approved SEQR review for the project (all in favor)
• Authorized chairman to sign site plans as submitted (all in favor)
• Approved maintenance agreement for lighting and landscaping (all in favor)

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will conduct preliminary reviews for two major subdivision applications. The board will also discuss a multi-use and site plan review application from OWD Development LLC.

• 3 Lot Major Subdivision off Mclaughlin Ave (Application # 001-22)
• 5 Lot Major Subdivision off Lake Simond Rd (Application # 002-22)
• Multi-use and site plan review for OWD Development LLC
• Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Joint Planning Board reviewed two major subdivision applications and scheduled public hearings for both at the March 23, 2022 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the January 26, 2022 meeting. The OWD project was removed from the agenda because plans were not ready, with a special meeting planned for the week of February 28.

• Set public hearing for Application #001-22 (Randy Amell, 3-lot subdivision off Mclaughlin Ave) for March 23, 2022
• Set public hearing for Application #002-22 (Denis/LaVigne/LaLonde/Pickett, 5-lot subdivision off Lake Simond Rd) for March 23, 2022
• Approved minutes from the January 26, 2022 meeting
• Removed OWD project from agenda, plans not ready; special meeting planned for week of February 28

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board met and approved a $464,688 abstract of audited vouchers, a $25,000 retainer for the town attorney, and an agreement with Franklin County for snowmobile trail grooming. They also heard reports from departments and discussed future projects, including a fire system for town buildings and heaters for the food pantry, which were tabled. The meeting included an executive session on property and litigation, with no action taken.

• Approved Abstract #2 of audited vouchers totaling $464,688.36
• Approved $25,000 retainer agreement for Town Attorney Kirk Gagnier
• Approved agreement with Franklin County for snowmobile trail grooming ($2,352 plus $1,008 to Tupper Lake Snowmobile Club)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce Brew Ski Event at Tupper Lake Country Club on Feb 19, 2022
• Tabled discussion on fire system for Highway Garage, Aaron Maddox Hall, and Town Hall

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold a public hearing and regular meeting, primarily to discuss and potentially act on a multi-use and site plan review application from OWD Development LLC, represented by Zina Lagonegro of Passero Associates. The board will also approve minutes from the November 24, 2021 meeting and address other business with code enforcement officers.

• Discussion/Action: OWD Development LLC multi-use and site plan review application
• Approve minutes from 11-24-2021 meeting
• Other business with Town and Village Code Enforcement Officers

The Joint Planning Board tabled a decision on OWD Development LLC's site plan after the applicant said proposed conditions were financially unworkable. Board members expressed general satisfaction with revised plans but raised concerns about parking, lighting, and tree shading. The board will continue discussions with the applicant.

• Tabled decision on OWD Development LLC site plan; all in favor
• Approved minutes from November 24, 2021 meeting; all in favor
• Adjourned meeting; all in favor