Tupper Lake public meetings in 2024

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board met in special session and voted unanimously (4-0) to enter executive session to discuss a contractual matter related to the highway department. After the closed session, the board voted unanimously to exit and then adjourned without taking any public action or making any substantive decisions.

• Entered executive session for contractual highway discussion (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Tupper Lake Town Board. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss contractual employment matters. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for contractual employment discussion

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two special use permit applications: one to amend an existing permit for 14 Santa Clara Ave. and one for a new permit at 2420 Route 30. The board will also approve minutes from September 18, 2024, and hear from the code enforcement officer.

• Public hearing and action on amendment to Special Use Permit for 14 Santa Clara Ave., Parcel #490.35-2-4.200 (Application #012-2024, Kyle Widay)
• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for 2420 Route 30, Parcel #491.-6-5 (Application #014-2024, David LaPlante & Matthew Blow)
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Code enforcement officer Peter Edwards to address other business

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board approved an amendment to Kyle Widay's special use permit for 14 Santa Clara Ave. to add two storage buildings, and approved a new special use permit for David LaPlante and Matthew Blow at 2420 Route 30. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved amendment to special use permit for 14 Santa Clara Ave. adding two storage buildings (all in favor)
• Approved special use permit for 2420 Route 30 (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of September 18, 2024 (all in favor)

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board unanimously approved the 2025 Little Wolf Campground rules and regulations as written, with no changes from the prior year. The board also approved a 3% rate increase for all regular campsite rates, rounded to the nearest quarter, and added new Compact Trailer/Van Sites (Primitive) to the rate schedule. Additionally, the board approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $3,185 shelter services agreement with Tri-Lakes Humane Society, a consulting agreement with Melissa McManus LLC at $100/hour, and a $35,000 contract with LaBella Associates for streetscape engineering at the Junction Depot train station.

• Approved meeting minutes for November 12 & 18, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Abstract #12 of audited vouchers totaling $357,270.13 and budget transfers of $16,075.77 (5-0)
• Approved Little Wolf Campground Rules & Regulations for 2025 as written (5-0)
• Approved 3% rate increase for Little Wolf Campground sites for 2025, adding Compact Trailer/Van Sites (5-0)
• Approved Setting Pole Dam shore owner notification postcard (5-0)
• Approved 2025 shelter services contract with Tri-Lakes Humane Society for $3,185 (5-0)
• Approved consulting agreement with Melissa McManus LLC at $100/hour (5-0)
• Approved CST Group Elite Plan for 2025 at $2,531.70/month and purchase of 4 computers for $3,091.48 (5-0)

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular December meeting, where it will vote on several administrative items including budget transfers, contracts, and resolutions. Key actions include setting 2025 rates for Little Wolf Beach and Campground, approving multiple service agreements, and adding two roads to the town inventory. The meeting also includes public comment periods and a possible executive session.

• Approve budget transfers of $16,075.77
• Review Little Wolf Beach and Campground rules and rate changes for 2025
• Approve Shelter Services Contract for Tri-Lakes Humane Society 2025
• Approve purchase of new and refurbished computers for Beach and Town Hall
• Resolutions to add Bend Lane and Flood Road to town road inventory

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board meeting agenda for November 20, 2024, states that there is no meeting. The agenda lists board members and contact information but contains no items for discussion or decision.

• No meeting scheduled

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a public hearing and special meeting to consider adopting Local Law No. 1 of 2024, which would override the state tax cap, and to adopt the 2025 budget. Public comment is invited on the tax cap override before the board votes.

• Public hearing on Local Law No. 1 (Overriding Tax Cap)
• Adoption of Local Law No. 1 of 2024 (Override Tax Cap)
• Adoption of 2025 budget

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a public hearing and special meeting on November 18, 2024, to adopt Local Law No. 1 of 2024, overriding the state tax levy limit, and to adopt the 2025 budget. The board voted 5-0 to approve both items. The meeting also included an executive session on personnel matters.

• Adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2024 to override the tax levy limit under General Municipal Law Section 3-c
• Adopted the 2025 budget
• Held a public hearing on the tax cap override with no public comments
• Entered executive session for personnel matters

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget, followed by a regular board meeting. The agenda includes only the hearing and the regular meeting, with no other listed items.

• Public hearing on 2025 budget
• Regular Town Board meeting

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a public hearing on the 2025 budget with no public comment, then approved the budget-related items and routine resolutions. They approved reallocating $25,000 to the Tupper Lake Volunteer Ambulance and Emergency Squad for a new ambulance, boiler repairs, and a generator, and approved a $10,000 one-year EMS services agreement. The board also voted to keep William's Street, a paper street behind residents' homes, town-owned rather than selling it, after residents opposed the sale. Several items, including new Little Wolf Campground rates and rules, were tabled.

• Approved $136,322.27 in audited vouchers and $11,780.98 in budget transfers
• Reallocated $25,000 to Tupper Lake Volunteer Ambulance and Emergency Squad for ambulance, boiler, generator
• Approved $10,000 EMS agreement with TLVA&E for 2025
• Voted not to sell William's Street paper street, keeping it town-owned
• Approved Rail Trail Readiness Task Force membership

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution appointing Deputy Supervisor Tim Larkin to attend the Franklin County Auction and bid on the Cranberry Pond property (tax parcel 510.-1-80). The agenda includes public comment and a possible executive session. This is a single-item special meeting.

• Resolution to appoint Deputy Supervisor Tim Larkin to bid on Cranberry Pond (510.-1-80) at Franklin County Auction

Town Board

The Town Board unanimously approved Resolution #37/2024, authorizing Deputy Supervisor Tim Larkin to attend the Franklin County tax sale auction and bid on the property known as Cranberry Pond. The board also held a brief executive session to discuss the acquisition. Councilman Larkin suggested the board provide $25,000 this year and $10,000 per year for the next three years to the Tupper Lake Volunteer Rescue Squad for repairs or maintenance to the Emergency Service Building, but no formal action was taken on this proposal.

• Approved Resolution #37/2024 authorizing Deputy Supervisor Tim Larkin to bid on Cranberry Pond at the Franklin County auction (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Cranberry Pond acquisition (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board public hearing and meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled

Town Board

The Town Board accepted the 2025 tentative budget and introduced a local law to override the state tax levy limit, with a public hearing set for November 18. The board also approved several contracts and purchases, including a new events tent, tumbling instructor agreements, and a land survey for the 37 Depot Street property. A proposal for an electric bike rental business was discussed but not approved, with the proponent asked to submit a formal proposal.

• Accepted 2025 tentative budget (5-0)
• Introduced Local Law #1 to override tax levy limit (5-0)
• Approved $376,787.81 in audited vouchers (5-0)
• Awarded firewood bid to Lizotte Logging at $82.50/cord (5-0)
• Approved removal of train tracks at 37 Depot Street (5-0)
• Approved hiring Leifheit and Littlefield Land Surveying LLC for 37 Depot Street survey, not to exceed $3,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new events tent for $3,270.88 (5-0)
• Approved two-week extension for Little Wolf Beach caretaker Paul Mullen (5-0)

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular meeting to approve payments, review department reports, and discuss new business. Key items include awarding a firewood bid, removing railroad trails, and introducing a local law to override the tax cap. The board will also accept the 2024 tentative budget and set a public hearing date.

• Approve abstract of audited vouchers for $376,787.81
• Award bid for firewood for Highway Department
• Approve Resolution #31 to remove railroad trails at 37 Depot Street
• Introduce Local Law #1 to override tax cap
• Accept 2024 tentative budget and set public hearing date

Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Tupper Lake Town Board. The agenda consists of procedural items and an executive session regarding matters of employment. No other business is listed.

• Executive session on matters of employment

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board is holding a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is discussion and possible action on Application #005-24 by Tupper Lake Mews LLC, requesting a SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) finding. The board will also approve minutes from August 28, 2024, and hear from the code enforcement officer. The meeting includes the pledge of allegiance and roll call, with a reminder of the next meeting on October 23, 2024.

• Application #005-24 by Tupper Lake Mews LLC requesting a SEQRA finding
• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Pete Edwards, Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer, to speak on other business
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6pm

The Joint Planning Board voted 5-0 to accept a negative SEQRA finding for Application #005-24 by Tupper Lake Mews, LLC, meaning the project will not require a full environmental impact review. The board also approved the minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting. No other business was conducted, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.

• Approved negative SEQRA finding for Application #005-24 (Tupper Lake Mews, LLC) — 5/0 vote
• Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting — 5/0 vote

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board approved meeting minutes, an abstract of audited vouchers totaling $109,099.16, and several resolutions including a technical services agreement with the Development Authority of the North Country for grant writing. They also authorized advertising for bids for firewood, approved conference attendance for town staff, and discussed a proposed resolution to support state action on surplus prison properties. The board entered executive session to discuss litigation and property acquisition, and set a future budget workshop.

• Approved Abstract #9: $109,099.16 in vouchers across general, highway, sewer, water, and other funds
• Approved Resolution #30/2024: DANC technical services agreement for grant writing, not to exceed $3,500
• Approved Resolution #29/2024: Supporting state action to transfer surplus prison properties to private ownership
• Authorized advertising for bids for 60 face cords of hardwood firewood, delivered to Highway Garage
• Approved staff attendance at NYSSA, NY Planning Board, and ZBA training conferences

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, a $109,099.16 abstract of audited vouchers, and several resolutions. New business includes approving staff travel to conferences, advertising for firewood bids, and a grant-writing agreement with DANC. The board will also set a date for a budget workshop.

• Approve abstract of audited vouchers for $109,099.16
• Approve Assessor Jessica Eggsware to attend NYSAA Conference Sept 23-26, 2024
• Approve Sara Kriwox, Jan Yaworski, Dave St. Ogne for NY Planning Board Conference
• Approve advertising for bids for 60 face cord of firewood delivered to Highway Garage
• Approve Resolution #30 2024 DANC Technical Services Agreement for grant writing

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then discuss and vote on a special use permit application for 6 Demars Blvd. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear from the code enforcement officer. The September meeting needs to be rescheduled.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit Application #013-24 for 6 Demars Blvd. (Parcel ID# 490.51-2-3.200)
• Discussion and action on Application #013-24
• Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes
• Other business with Pete Edwards, Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer
• Rescheduling of September meeting

The Joint Planning Board approved a special use permit for Robbie LaLonde at 6 Demars Blvd, Parcel ID# 490.51-2-3.200, allowing repairs and a new non-lighted sign. The permit was approved unanimously (6-0) after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved Special Use Permit #013-24 for Robbie LaLonde at 6 Demars Blvd, Parcel ID# 490.51-2-3.200, for building repairs and a new non-lighted sign on the existing pole
• Approved minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting

Meeting

This is a special town meeting with no listed agenda items, so it appears to be procedural only. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 26, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 120 Demars Blvd., Tupper Lake, NY.

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting to discuss the Recreation Department's summer programs, focusing on Day Camp, funding, and staffing challenges. The board asked the Recreation Department to produce a plan within 6-7 weeks to address program sustainability and budget needs.

• Recreation Department raised $10,000 in scholarship funds for Day Camp families
• Discussion of implementing pay-before-registration option to address unpaid fees
• Potential creation of an events committee to support Recreation Department
• Possible new part-time administrative position for the Recreation Department
• Recreation Department to present a plan to the Town Board in 6-7 weeks

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular meeting to approve budget transfers totaling $18,252.50, review department and committee reports, and discuss and potentially approve signage for the town food composting site. The agenda also includes public comment periods and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve budget transfers in the amount of $18,252.50
• Discuss and approve signage for the Town Food Composting Site
• Approve minutes for meetings dated July 8, 2024 and July 31, 2024
• Public comment periods (3 minutes each)

Town Board

The Town Board discussed forming a new sewer district for areas including Hosley Avenue, Barry Avenue, Brentwood, Lalonde Avenue, Larkin Avenue, Mitchell Lane, and Pitchfork Pond Road. They voted unanimously to send a canvas letter to residents on septic systems inviting them to join a proposed new sewer district. The board also held an executive session for contractual and personnel matters, then adjourned.

• Approved sending sewer district canvas letter to propose new district (5-0)
• Entered executive session for highway contract and personnel (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the formation of a new sewer district. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on forming a new sewer district
• Executive session to discuss personnel

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board public hearing and meeting scheduled for July 24, 2024 at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board discussed a proposed food-compost drop-off program with Blue Line Compost, heard reports on Setting Pole Dam repairs and water/sewer district expansion, and approved the purchase of electric landscaping equipment with a $10,000 NYSERDA grant. The board also passed a resolution to apply for and accept a $200,000 state grant for the Destination Little Wolf Beach and Recreation Park project, which includes new courts, playground equipment, and accessible walkways.

• Approved resolution #27/2024 to apply for and accept up to $200,000 from NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation for Little Wolf Beach and Recreation Park
• Approved purchase of electric landscaping equipment using $10,000 NYSERDA grant
• Discussed Blue Line Compost food-waste drop-off program at transfer stations, with $12.50 per full bin fee
• Heard report that Setting Pole Dam needs urgent repairs and may add hydro power
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2024 meeting

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular meeting with public comment periods, approval of prior minutes, and department and committee reports. New business includes authorizing the purchase of electric landscaping equipment, a grant proposal discussion for Little Wolf Beach, and a presentation from Blue Line Compost.

• Authorize purchase of electric landscaping equipment
• Grant proposal discussion for Little Wolf Beach with Town Clerk and Assessor/Planner
• Presentation by Carter Rowley from Blue Line Compost

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board is holding a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is a site plan approval application for a project at 124 Demars Blvd. by Tupper Lake Mews LLC. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear from the code enforcement officer.

• Site Plan Approval Application #005-24 by Tupper Lake Mews LLC for 124 Demars Blvd. (Parcel ID# 490.26-1-1)
• Approval of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Other business with Pete Edwards, Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer
• Next meeting reminder: July 24, 2024 at 6 PM

The Joint Planning Board approved Site Plan Application #005-24 from Tupper Lake Mews, LLC for 124 Demars Blvd. The approval followed discussion on road width, EV charging stations, and emergency access. The board also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Site Plan Application #005-24 for Tupper Lake Mews, LLC at 124 Demars Blvd (5-0).
• Approved minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0).

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held its regular meeting on June 10, 2024, addressing routine approvals and public comments. Key actions included awarding a bid for 4,000 tons of crusher run to Mitchell Stone Products for $83,360, approving an agreement with AES Northeast for landfill monitoring at a cost not to exceed $10,920, and approving a concession agreement with Paul Mullen for the Little Wolf Beach snack bar. The board also discussed campground seasonal versus transient site balance, potential guardrails on Gull Pond Road, and water district connection options for properties on Haymeadow Rd and Mitchell Lane.

• Awarded bid for 4,000 tons of crusher run to Mitchell Stone Products for $83,360
• Approved agreement with AES Northeast for landfill monitoring, not to exceed $10,920
• Approved concession agreement with Paul Mullen for Little Wolf Beach snack bar
• Approved Abstract #6 of audited vouchers totaling $95,871.19
• Discussed offering water district connection to properties on Haymeadow Rd and Mitchell Lane

Town of Tupper Lake Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tupper Lake Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance (Application #ZBA002-24) for Calvin Bencze to operate a self-storage facility in a highway residential/commercial zone. The motion was made by Lyndon Johnson, seconded by Randy LaLonde, and passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2024 meeting. No public comment was received during the hearing.

• Approved use variance #ZBA002-24 for self-storage facility (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on four applications: a special use permit for Raquette River Brewing, three minor residential subdivisions, a SEQR findings determination for Sustainable Forest Futures, and a use variance for a self-storage facility. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear from the code enforcement officer.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for Raquette River Brewing at 135 Main St.
• Public hearing: Minor Residential Subdivision on Powers Ave. (Larkin)
• Public hearing: Minor Residential Subdivision at 60 McCarthy St. (Ward)
• Public hearing: Minor Residential Subdivision on Pitchfork Pond Rd. (Amell)
• Discussion: Use Variance for self-storage at 396 State Route 3 (Bencze)

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board approved a special use permit for Raquette River Brewing at 135 Main St., a use variance for a self-storage facility at 396 State Route 3, and four minor residential subdivisions (Larkin, Ward, Amell, and Sustainable Forest Futures site plan with SEQR negative declaration). All votes were 7-0. The Amell subdivision was approved with a condition of pending APA permit approval.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Raquette River Brewing at 135 Main St. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Use Variance for self-storage at 396 State Route 3 (7-0)
• Approved SEQR negative finding and updated site plan for Sustainable Forest Futures at 179 Park St. (7-0)
• Approved Minor Residential Subdivision for Larkin on Powers Ave. (7-0)
• Approved Minor Residential Subdivision for Ward at 60 McCarthy St. (7-0)
• Approved Minor Residential Subdivision for Amell on Pitchfork Pond Rd., conditioned on APA permit (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2024 (7-0)

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting to award a bid for engineering services for repairs to Setting Pole Dam, approve a contract with Ostroff Associates for government affairs consulting, and set the Town Clerk's standard workday. All votes were unanimous. The board also discussed new state legislation on zombie houses.

• Awarded $192,500 bid to LaBella for engineering services for Setting Pole Dam repairs (Collier bid $41,750)
• Approved $20,000 contract with Ostroff Associates for government affairs and consulting through Dec 31, 2024
• Set Town Clerk standard workday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 35 hours/week
• Discussed new state program with $10,000,000 for municipalities to demolish zombie houses

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, audited vouchers totaling $147,806.37, and several new business items. These include awarding bids for roof repair and engineering services for Setting Pole Dam, approving inter-municipal agreements, and discussing a sewer letter. The meeting includes public comment periods and a possible executive session.

• Approve Abstract of Audited Vouchers for $147,806.37
• Award Aaron Maddox Hall bid for roof repair
• Award bids for engineering services for Setting Pole Dam repairs
• Approve inter-municipal agreement with BOCES and MOU with Village of Tupper Lake
• Approve consulting agreement with Melissa McManus

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting to discuss and approve items related to the Little Wolf Beach and Campground. They agreed to move forward with a grant application for revitalization, authorized the supervisor to sign related documents, and approved a geophysical survey. The meeting also included an executive session and adjournment.

• Approved resolution authorizing Supervisor Rick Dattola to sign Northern Border Regional Commission investment documents for Little Wolf Beach and Campground improvements
• Approved $2,760 contract with Leifheit & Littlefield for Ground Penetrating Radar and Radio Frequency survey at Little Wolf Beach and Campground
• Discussed using grant funds for campground improvements, including bathrooms, water, sewer, and electrical upgrades
• Residents granted use of Town Boat Launch on Lake Simond Road, except during June 22, 2024 race weekend

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to introduce a new joint town and village land use code and to consider approving a hardship waiver to omit certain lots from Sewer District No. 1. Public comment is scheduled, and an executive session may follow.

• Introduce Local Law No. 1 for new joint town and village land use code
• Approve grant hardship waiver to omit lots BP1-BP4 of Dominic Dattola Commercial Subdivision from Sewer District No. 1 (Parcel ID # 469.-1-5.100)

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two subdivision applications: a major commercial subdivision at 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd. and a minor residential subdivision on Maddox Ln. The board will also approve minutes from the March 27 meeting and hear from the code enforcement officer.

• Public hearing and action on Application #006-24: Major Commercial Subdivision for 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd., Parcel ID# 469.-1-5.100
• Public hearing and action on Application #007-24: Minor Residential Subdivision on Maddox Ln., Parcel ID# 510.-1-22.200
• Approve minutes from March 27, 2024
• Other business: Peter Edwards, Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer

The Joint Planning Board approved a Major Commercial Subdivision for 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd, with the condition that the project is subject to APA permit approval. The board also approved a Minor Residential Subdivision on Maddox Lane, which will only allow two docks and no buildings. Minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Approved Application #006-24, a Major Commercial Subdivision for 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd, subject to APA permit approval
• Approved Application #007-24, a Minor Residential Subdivision on Maddox Lane, with condition of only two docks and no buildings
• Approved minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board approved the abstract of audited vouchers totaling $41,167.11, the tentative 2024 Brewski budget, and authorized advertising for bids to repair the Maddox Hall roof. They also designated Jessica Eggsware as Fair Housing Officer, approved the Recreation Department taking over the Turkey Trot with Kiwanis, and approved Porkbusters BBQ as the food vendor for Tinman 2024. The board discussed the Little Wolf Dam and Setting Pole Dam projects, and approved several routine items.

• Approved Abstract #4 of audited vouchers totaling $41,167.11
• Approved tentative 2024 Brewski budget with potential profit of $14,143
• Authorized advertisement for bids for Maddox Hall roof repair at 179 Demars Blvd
• Designated Jessica Eggsware as Fair Housing Officer (Resolution #16/2024)
• Approved Recreation Department to run Turkey Trot with Kiwanis

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then discuss and possibly vote on a special use permit for Sustainable Forest Futures, Inc. at 179 Park St. They will also discuss a site plan review for 124 Demars Blvd. and a major commercial subdivision for 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other business.

• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit #004-24 for Sustainable Forest Futures, Inc. at 179 Park St.
• Discussion of Site Plan Review #005-24 for Tupper Lake Mews LLC at 124 Demars Blvd.
• Discussion of Major Commercial Subdivision #006-24 for Dominic Dattola at 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd.
• Approval of February 28, 2024 minutes
• Other business with Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer Pete Edwards

The joint planning board approved a special use permit for Sustainable Forest Futures, Inc. to build a 9-unit middle-market housing project at 179 Park St, with conditions including a landscaping plan, building colors, and dark-sky compliant lighting. The board also discussed but took no action on a site plan review for a hotel at 124 Demars Blvd and a major commercial subdivision at 251 Pitchfork Pond Rd. Minutes from February 28 were approved.

• Approved special use permit for 9-unit housing at 179 Park St with conditions (all in favor)
• Approved February 28, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a public hearing on a Microenterprise Grant, with Rachel Child from the Franklin County Economic Development Corporation present to answer questions. After hearing public comments, the board will consider approving a subrecipient agreement for the grant. The agenda also includes approving an advertisement for a food vendor for the Tinman event and approving the Recreation Department taking over the Turkey Trot with Kiwanis.

• Public hearing on Microenterprise Grant
• Approve Adirondack Frontier Small Business Program Subrecipient Agreement for Microenterprise Grant
• Approve Advertisement for Food Vendor for Tinman
• Approve Recreation Department taking over Turkey Trot with Kiwanis

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board will open and close a public hearing on extending District 1 for the Amell property, then proceed with a regular meeting. The board will also consider several administrative items, including approving minutes, vouchers, and department reports, as well as new business items like hiring a full-time highway employee and setting a public hearing for a micro-business grant.

• Public hearing on District 1 extension for Amell property
• Approve abstract of audited vouchers (amount not specified)
• Approve employment of Jacob Scranton for full-time Highway Department
• Accept Annual Fiscal Report for 2023
• Set public hearing for Micro-Business Grant for March 20, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to approve Extension No. 1 to Sewer District No. 1, serving the proposed Ronald and Kathryn Amell subdivision. The extension will connect the property to the main sewer line on Kildare Road, with all construction costs paid by the petitioner at no cost to the town. The board also approved an amendment to the intermunicipal agreement with the Village of Tupper Lake for sewer service.

• Approved Sewer District #1 Extension for Amell Property (Resolution #14/2024), 4-0 vote
• Approved SEQR determination and amendment to Water and Sewer District Agreement with Village of Tupper Lake
• Approved Abstract #3 of audited vouchers totaling $145,613.17
• Discussed Little Wolf Dam wing wall repair, permits filed with DEC and Army Corps of Engineers
• Recreation Department reported on programs, Brewski success, and plans for new campervan sites at Little Wolf Beach

Town of Tupper Lake Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two area variances. The first, for Mark Lemieux, allows a 25-foot reduction from the minimum shoreline setback at 120 Demars Blvd. The second, for HJB Holdings LLC and Camp DD LLC, permits a substandard lot subdivision after a neighbor's concerns were resolved. The board also approved the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting.

• Approved area variance #ZBA001-24 for Mark Lemieux, a 25-foot shoreline setback reduction, unanimously.
• Approved area variance #ZBA005-23 for HJB Holdings LLC and Camp DD LLC, allowing a substandard lot subdivision, unanimously.
• Approved the February 5, 2024 meeting minutes, unanimously.

Joint Planning Board

The Tupper Lake Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two special use permit applications: one by Steve Wojtas for 79 Demars Blvd and another by Nate Lewis for Mclaughlin Ave. The board will also make a recommendation on a use variance request by Scott Tessier for a contracting and paving business at 8 Tallman St. The meeting includes approval of minutes and other business.

• Public hearing and action on special use permit for 79 Demars Blvd (Parcel ID# 490.43-2-1)
• Public hearing and action on special use permit for Mclaughlin Ave (Parcel ID# 480.-4-8.100)
• Recommendation on use variance for contracting and paving business at 8 Tallman St (Parcel ID# 490.67-4-16)
• Approval of minutes from January 24, 2024

The Joint Planning Board approved Special Use Permits for Steve Wojtas at 79 Demars Blvd. and Nate Lewis at Mclaughlin Ave., both with no public concerns. It also recommended approval of a use variance for Scott Tessier's contracting and paving business at 8 Tallman St., with conditions to monitor noise and include a sunset clause. The board approved the minutes from January 24, 2024.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Steve Wojtas at 79 Demars Blvd. (Application #002-24) for tourist accommodation expansion.
• Approved Special Use Permit for Nate Lewis at Mclaughlin Ave. (Application #003-24) for a warehouse for his electrical contracting business.
• Recommended approval of use variance for Scott Tessier at 8 Tallman St. (Application #AV-23-005) with conditions to monitor noise and a sunset clause.
• Approved minutes from January 24, 2024.

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including appointments, a housing program, a lease agreement, and a report on renovations. They will also discuss a district extension, short-term rental requirements, and water and sewer district matters. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

• Approve appointment of Randy LaLonde to Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approve Pro Housing Community Program
• Approve Train Station Lease Agreement
• Approve EDR's report on Little Wolf Beach/Campground renovations
• Discuss district extension for Amell Property – District 1

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting on February 27, 2024, and voted unanimously on three items: appointing Randy Lalonde to the Zoning Board of Appeals, adopting the Pro-Housing Community Program pledge, and approving a lease agreement for office space at the train station. All votes were 5-0.

• Appointed Randy Lalonde to the Zoning Board of Appeals (Resolution 12/2024)
• Adopted Pro-Housing Community Program pledge (Resolution 11/2024)
• Approved office lease with Bette & Cring Construction Group for 37 Depot Street, $500/month, March 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025
• Lease includes $500 security deposit and $1,000,000 liability insurance requirement

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting to discuss and vote on several items. They approved advertising for bids for an engineering firm to design and oversee repairs at Setting Pole Dam, with a 4-1 vote. The board also discussed the Little Wolf Beach renovation project, including potential funding sources, but tabled the decision until the next meeting. A verbal resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals was acknowledged but no motion was made.

• Approved going out to bid for engineers for Setting Pole Dam repairs (bids due April 5, 2024)
• Discussed Little Wolf Beach renovation, a $7.2 million project, with potential grant funding
• Tabled decision on Little Wolf Beach renovation until February 27, 2024
• No motion made on Michael Kohan's verbal resignation from Zoning Board of Appeals
• Tabled approval of Alltech quote for new keypad & PCB board

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to consider several administrative items, including approving a bid process for engineering services for Setting Pole Dam repairs, accepting a resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals, approving a quote for a new keypad and PCB board, and discussing the Little Wolf Beach renovation. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

• Approve going out to bid for engineers for Setting Pole Dam repairs
• Accept Mike Kohan's verbal resignation from Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approve Alltech quote for new keypad & PCB board
• Little Wolf Beach renovation discussion

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a regular meeting to approve financial items, including audited vouchers and budget transfers, and to act on several contracts and appointments. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, reports, and new business items such as the dog control contract, airport agreement, mowing contract, and a bid advertisement for dam repairs.

• Approve Abstract of Audited Vouchers for $453,866.00
• Approve Budget Transfers for $44,120.40
• Approve Dog Control Contract and reappoint Wayne Lapierre as Dog Control Officer
• Approve 2024 Airport Agreement and 2024 Mowing Contract with County
• Approve ad for bids to repair Setting Pole Dam

Town of Tupper Lake Zoning Board of Appeals

The Town of Tupper Lake Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on February 5, 2024, regarding a lot subdivision application. Neighbor Sue Virostek raised concerns about future land use, including the possibility of a large marina. The board voted unanimously to table the discussion to allow more time for review and to consider potential conditions. No next meeting date was scheduled.

• Tabled the subdivision discussion and action: motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Schuller, all in favor
• Deferred scheduling of the next meeting until a later date

Joint Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two minor subdivision applications: a 2-lot residential subdivision at 38 Barry Ave. and a 2-lot minor subdivision on McLaughlin Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the December 20, 2023 meeting and hear other business from the code enforcement officer.

• Public hearing and action on Application #011-23: 2-lot minor residential subdivision at 38 Barry Ave., Parcel #491.-7-1.110
• Public hearing and action on Application #013-23: 2-lot minor subdivision on McLaughlin Ave., Parcel #480.83-2-2.110
• Approval of December 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Other business with Pete Edwards, Town and Village Code Enforcement Officer

The Joint Planning Board approved two 2-lot minor residential subdivisions. The first, at 38 Barry Ave., was approved after confirming it meets all requirements. The second, on McLaughlin Ave., was approved despite not meeting the 5-acre minimum, as the village ZBA had already issued an area variance.

• Approved Application #011-23: 2-lot Minor Residential Subdivision at 38 Barry Ave. for Steven LaLonde
• Approved Application #013-23: 2-lot Minor Subdivision on McLaughlin Ave. for O'Neill Brothers Logging, Inc.
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2023 meeting

Town Board

The Tupper Lake Town Board held a special meeting to discuss preparations for the April 2024 solar eclipse, including logistics, emergency planning, and visitor information. They also heard a presentation from ROOST on its 2024 marketing and management proposal for the town. The board approved two resolutions: auditing the town court's records and changing the regular board meeting day to the second Monday of each month.

• Approved resolution auditing Town Justice Leonard F. Young III's 2023 court records
• Changed regular monthly board meeting from second Thursday to second Monday
• Discussed solar eclipse preparations, including 50 port-a-potties and trash receptacles
• Noted $245,000 in Bed Tax revenue received for 2023
• ROOST presented 2024 Destination Marketing & Management Program Proposal

Meeting

The Tupper Lake Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss preparations for the April 2024 solar eclipse, approve the town justice year-end report, and consider changing the monthly meeting date from the second Thursday to the second Monday. The agenda also includes a personal appearance by Roost and a public comment period.

• Discuss Solar Eclipse (April 2024)
• Approve Town Justice Year End Report
• Approve Monthly Meeting Date Change from the 2nd Thursday to the 2nd Monday
• Personal Appearance by Roost