Ballston Spa public meetings in 2025
21 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Ethics Committee
The Village of Ballston Spa Ethics Committee will meet at 1:00 p.m. on November 25, 2025. The agenda includes an executive session to consider ethics complaints, as well as items of new and old business. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider two applications from Spencer Tacy. These include a residential development on Washington Street and a commercial project on Galway Street.
- Application for subdivision and site plan for 2 single family houses and 6 rowhouses on Washington Street
- Application for site plan review for cold storage units on Galway Street
Planning Board
The Ballston Spa Planning Board will review a subdivision map for a property on High Street, which includes proposed townhouses, driveways, and sidewalks. The agenda lists deed references and zoning details for the site.
- Review of Subdivision Map 25-2-191 for High Street
- Proposed townhouses on High Street
- Proposed driveways and sidewalks
- Zoning: CBD and AD districts
- Deed references for Spencer G. and Christi K. Tacy
Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering an application for subdivision approval at 66 Front Street. The proposal seeks to subdivide the property into 7 lots.
- Subdivision approval request for 66 Front Street
- Proposal to create 7 lots
Planning Board
The Ballston Spa Planning Board will review an application to build a cold storage facility at the northeast corner of Galway Street and Science Street. The proposal includes a lot line adjustment of two parcels (tax map 216.31-3-22 and 216.31-3-18) totaling 0.83 acres and seeks a special use permit in the CBD zone. The project plans five storage buildings (9,950 sf total), seven curb‑side parking stalls, landscaping, and an on‑site subsurface stormwater basin. Coordination with the NYSDEC remediation program (site #5-46-021) is also noted.
- Lot line adjustment of parcels 216.31-3-22 and 216.31-3-18 (0.83 acres)
- Special use permit request for 9,950 sf cold storage in CBD zone
- Seven curbed parallel parking stalls on north side of Galway Street
- On‑site stormwater management via subsurface basin
- Coordination with NYSDEC remediation site #5-46-021
Planning Board
The Board will consider a site‑plan review application submitted for the property at 66 Front Street, which is in the CBD zoning district and within a historic district. The agenda also includes a sales‑permit request from Louise McAndrew for a fabric thrift store at 154 Milton Ave. A change‑of‑use, tenancy or intensity application for the same Milton Ave location is also listed. A short environmental assessment form related to the Milton Ave project is attached.
- Site‑plan review application for 66 Front Street, CBD zoning district, historic district.
- Sales‑permit request for Sew Something Creative fabric thrift store at 154 Milton Ave.
- Change of use, tenancy or intensity application for 154 Milton Ave (sewing, knitting, fabric retail).
- Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted for the Milton Ave project.
- Application fee required, payable to “Village of Ballston Spa.”
Planning Board
The Board will first approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then discuss comments from the Zoning Board of Appeals on two Washington Street applications (216.32‑1‑96.1 and 216.31‑2‑2). Finally, the Board will consider Louise McAndrew’s application (216.24‑2‑38) to change the use of 154 Milton Avenue from office to retail.
- Approve meeting minutes of September 10, 2025
- Discuss ZBA referral comments on Washington Street applications 216.32‑1‑96.1 and 216.31‑2‑2
- Review Louise McAndrew’s change‑of‑use application (216.24‑2‑38) for 154 Milton Avenue to open a retail business
- Public comment period
- Adjourn the meeting
The Board approved Louise McAndrew’s application to change 154 Milton Avenue from an insurance office to a retail sewing store and classified it as a Type 2 SEQR action. The Board also declared itself the lead agency for the SEQR review, designated the project as an unlisted action, and issued a negative SEQR determination. It decided no further action is needed on the Galway Street storage‑unit application. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
- Approved change of use to retail at 154 Milton Ave (motion carried)
- Classified the Milton Ave project as a Type 2 SEQR action (motion carried)
- Declared Planning Board lead agency for SEQR, designated project unlisted, made negative SEQR determination (motion carried)
- Decided no further action on Galway Street storage‑unit application (decision made)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:35 p.m. (motion carried)
Planning Board
The Ballston Spa Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting and review a proposal to subdivide a Fairground Avenue parcel into two lots. The applicant also seeks approval to construct three additional 8-unit senior apartment buildings.
- Approve minutes from July 9, 2025 meeting
- Review Fairground Avenue subdivision proposal
- Review construction of three 8-unit senior apartment buildings
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a subdivision and site plan submitted by Mark Katz of Katz Construction, LLC for a 10‑acre parcel on Fairground Avenue (tax map id# 216.3- 1-1.1). The proposal divides the parcel into two lots: Lot 1 (8.092 acres) containing the existing Mohican Senior Apartments, and Lot 2 (1.946 acres) of vacant land that the applicant intends to purchase. The plan also includes construction of three new 8‑unit senior apartment buildings, associated infrastructure, and a 2‑foot earth berm with spruce trees along the east side near the Brooksi de Museum.
- Subdivision of 10‑acre parcel on Fairground Ave into two lots (8.092 acres and 1.946 acres)
- Construction of three 8‑unit senior apartment buildings
- Installation of asphalt drive, parking area, sewer, water, and stormwater infrastructure
- Creation of a 2‑foot high earth berm lined with 4‑6‑foot spruce trees along the east side near the Brooksi de Museum
- Contract for Mark Katz to purchase Lot 2 of the parcel
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing a subdivision application from Katz Excavating & Construction LLC. The application requires a jurisdictional determination from the DEC and a review by the Village Engineer.
- Subdivision application for Katz Excavating & Construction LLC (243 Sweetman Road)
- Required escrow account of $5,000 with the Village Treasurer
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review a Site Plan Amendment and Subdivision Plan for the parcel identified as 216.31-1-1.1 R-2S on Fairground Avenue. The application was prepared by ABD Engineers & Surveyors, LLP with involvement from Katz Excavating & Construction, LLC (Mark Katz) and Rose Marie Rossi. The proposal concerns the property at 243 Sweetman Road and related addresses in Ballston Spa and Schenectady.
- Site Plan Amendment & Subdivision Plan for parcel 216.31-1-1.1 R-2S on Fairground Ave.
- Application prepared by ABD Engineers & Surveyors, LLP
- Involvement of Katz Excavating & Construction, LLC (Mark Katz) and Rose Marie Rossi
- Property addresses: 243 Sweetman Road; 1 Construction Ct.; 411 Union Street, Schenectady, NY
- Contact numbers listed: 518-365-3700, 518-377-0315
Planning Board
The Ballston Spa Planning Board will review the 5865A – Katz Subdivision proposal, which includes a proposed lot line and survey notes for Fairground Avenue, Foote's Pond, and Gordon Creek. The agenda references a subdivision map, a progress print dated 8/20/2025, and an engineering drawing file. The board will consider the area details of approximately 2.026 acres (88,232 sf) and 8.022 acres (349,449 sf).
- Review subdivision map for 5865A – Katz Subdivision (Village of Ballston)
- Discuss proposed lot line on Fairground Avenue
- Examine survey notes for Foote's Pond and Gordon Creek areas
- Reference Progress Print dated 8/20/2025
- Consider engineering drawing Z:\5865A - Katz Sub - Village of Ballston\ENGINEERING\5865A-Site.dwg
Planning Board
The Ballston Spa Planning Board is scheduled to review a Purchase and Sale Agreement for a 1.946-acre property on Fairground Avenue. The agreement outlines a deal between Rose Marie Rossi and Katz Excavating & Construction LLC for $865,000.
- Review of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1.946-acre property
- Property located on Fairground Avenue in Ballston
- Purchase price of $865,000
- Agreement includes a 60-day feasibility period for the buyer
- Potential for commercial development of the property
Planning Board
The Planning Board is scheduled to review a subdivision application for two lots on Fairground Road. The applicant, ABD ENGINEERS & SURVEYORS, LLP, submitted the project materials and requested the item be placed on the September 10, 2025, agenda.
- Review of 2-lot subdivision application for lands N/F Rose M. Rossi
- Submission of site plans, narratives, and environmental assessment forms
- Review fees of $350.00 for subdivision and $100.00 for site plan review
Planning Board
The Board will review the submitted Short Environmental Assessment Form (EAF). The form indicates the site is not in a critical environmental area, contains a historic place, includes wetlands, and is identified as a remediation site. No specific project details are provided, so the discussion focuses on the form’s findings and any needed follow‑up data.
- Review of Short Environmental Assessment Form (EAF)
- Site flagged as containing a historic place
- Presence of wetlands noted on the site
- Identification of the site as a remediation location
- Determine need for additional data on floodplain and wetlands
Planning Board
The Board will consider a senior‑apartment development on Fairground Avenue. Items include the conceptual site plan, proposed lot line, site location and vicinity maps, and an existing‑conditions and erosion‑control plan. The discussion will reference engineering drawing 5865A‑Site.dwg.
- Review conceptual site plan for senior apartments on Fairground Avenue
- Consider proposed lot line for the development
- Examine site location map and vicinity map
- Discuss existing conditions and erosion control plan
- Reference engineering drawing 5865A‑Site.dwg (1:1 scale)
Planning Board
The Planning Board is meeting to consider a lot subdivision application for lands owned by Rose Marie Rossi. The proposal involves a property located on Fairground Ave.
- Lot subdivision of lands N/F Rose Marie Rossi on Fairground Ave.
Planning Board
The Board approved an amendment to the June 11, 2025 minutes as requested by Member McNamara. A motion was carried directing the applicant to discuss siding concerns with the Historic District Commission before their meeting. The Board then voted to close the public hearing on the 11 East High Street application.
- Approved amendment to June 11 minutes (motion passed)
- Carried motion to have applicant meet Historic District Commission regarding siding
- Closed public hearing on 11 East High Street application (unanimous yes)
Brownfield Opportunity Area Steering Committee
The Brownfield Opportunity Area Steering Committee agreed to move forward with concept plans, grant‑funding strategies, and zoning reviews for multiple properties, including Ocean State Job Lot, Washington Street parcels, the former Agway site, and the former nursing home. The committee also approved streetscape improvement concepts, downtown branding and wayfinding, and a village‑wide parking inventory. Action items were assigned with deadlines ranging from June to August.
- Advance concept plan and grant‑funding strategy for infill development at Ocean State Job Lot (agreed)
- Advance concept plan and grant‑funding strategy for infill development at Washington Street parcels (agreed)
- Advance concept plan and grant‑funding strategy for infill development at former Agway and adjacent parcels (agreed)
- Advance concept plan, cost estimates, and zoning review for redevelopment of former nursing home site (agreed)
- Proceed with streetscape improvement concepts for Hamilton Street, Washington Street, and Malta Avenue (agreed)
- Adopt downtown branding and wayfinding strategy (agreed)
- Conduct village parking inventory before forming a Parking Task Force (agreed)
- Digitize water and sewer infrastructure mapping (agreed)
Planning Board
The Board voted to approve the minutes of its January 8, 2025 meeting and its February 12, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried. The Tannery Commons Project was presented and discussed, but no vote or formal decision on permits or variances was taken at this meeting.
- Approved January 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved February 12, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
Brownfield Opportunity Area Steering Committee
The Brownfield Opportunity Area Steering Committee scheduled a public workshop for May 21, 2025, from 6:30‑8:00 pm. Members assigned outreach contacts for key redevelopment sites and tasked LaBella with drafting a vision statement, parsing survey data, creating marketing materials, and reviewing draft zoning. The next committee meeting was set for June 12, 2025, at 7 pm.
- Scheduled public workshop for May 21, 2025, 6:30‑8:00 pm (approved)
- Assigned Phil to provide DEC contact for the former Rickett’s site (task assigned)
- Assigned Shannon to provide contact for former Ocean State Job Lot manager (task assigned)
- Assigned Mayor to provide contact for Angelica site (task assigned)
- Assigned Bernadette to provide contact for the old bowling alley site (task assigned)
- Assigned Mayor and committee members to provide contacts for former skilled nursing facility (task assigned)
- Tasked LaBella to draft vision statement (in progress)
- Tasked LaBella to parse survey responses and develop marketing materials for the workshop (in progress)