Troy, New York

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City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several development requests, including a large-scale housing and commercial project in Lansingburgh. Other items include a lot line adjustment for a teaching kitchen on Earl Street and a change of use at Hoosick Street.

• Lansingburgh Gateway: redevelopment of 6.27 acres into 205 workforce housing units and 11K sq ft of commercial space
• 185 Earl St: lot line adjustment for a new commercial teaching kitchen patio and exterior cooler
• 272 Hoosick St: change of use in a 13K sq ft building from pharmacy to a store for free goods
• 100 Gillette Ave: subdivision of one parcel into two

Civil Service Commission

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation will meet to approve the minutes from May 1, 2026 and receive updates on two redevelopment projects: Proctor's and King Fuels. No new business is listed. The meeting appears procedural with project status reports.

• Approval of May 1, 2026 board meeting minutes
• Update on Proctor's Redevelopment project
• Update on King Fuels Redevelopment project

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold a public hearing on a proposed 86-unit senior housing project by Gulfstream Developers, LLC at 74 New Turnpike Road involving a $17 million investment. The board will consider a Project Authorizing Resolution to provide financial assistance including sales/use tax and mortgage recording tax exemptions and a partial property tax abatement through a PILOT agreement. Also on the agenda is a Consultant Funding Request for a NY Forward Grant application, approval of June 26 meeting minutes, and routine reports.

• Public hearing on Gulfstream Developers, LLC project – 86 one-bedroom units for residents 55+ at 74 New Turnpike Road (6.43 acres, $17M capital investment)
• Project Authorizing Resolution for Gulfstream Developers, LLC – includes sales/use tax exemption, mortgage recording tax exemption, and partial real property tax abatement
• Consultant Funding Request – NY Forward Grant application
• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2026 board meeting
• Executive Director’s report and financial report (May 2026: $1.5M assets, $1.267M cash)

City Council

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City Council

The City Council passed ordinances to amend the 2026 General and Water Fund budgets. The council also authorized the sale of city-owned property via auction and the purchase of a surplus rescue pumper for the fire department.

• Approved ordinance amending 2026 General & Water Fund Budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2026 General Fund Budget (7-0)
• Approved settlement of claim: Neon Conyers Vs. The City Of Troy (7-0)
• Approved sale of certain city-owned real property parcels by auction (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy (7-0)
• Approved purchase of surplus 2007 American Lafrance Rescue Pumper from Averill Park - Sand Lake Fire District # 2 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council passed several ordinances to amend the 2026 General, Water, and CD fund budgets. The council also approved contracts for police vehicles, tree services, and the annual Troy Turkey Trot. Additionally, a veto was overridden regarding the City Charter.

• Approved amendments to 2026 General, Water, and CD Fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved reconveyance of real property at 315 Second Street (7-0)
• Approved settlement of claim: Neon Conyers vs. The City of Troy (7-0)
• Approved sale of city-owned parcels via auction (7-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Are Event Productions, Inc. for Troy Turkey Trot (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford and five Chevrolet police vehicles from McGovern Mhq, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved contract with Allmark Services, Inc. for tree services (7-0)
• Overrode veto on Local Law No. 4 of 2026 regarding City Charter veto override (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una reunión pública para decidir sobre solicitudes de variaciones de área para tres propiedades. El punto más importante es una propuesta de Attic Labs LLC para reurbanizar los antiguos sitios de Price Chopper y Burger King en 865 Second Ave en 205 unidades de viviendas para trabajadores, lo que requiere numerosas variaciones de retranqueos, altura, estacionamiento y estándares de diseño. La junta también considerará un ajuste de la línea de lote en 185 Earl St para el patio de la cocina de enseñanza de Unity House, y una adición de baño en 106 Adams St.

• 865 Second Ave: se proponen 205 unidades de viviendas para trabajadores en los antiguos sitios de Price Chopper y Burger King; se solicitan 18 variaciones de área, incluyendo altura del edificio, retranqueos, estacionamiento y carga de vehículos eléctricos.
• 185 Earl St: Unity House of Troy busca una variación para el ajuste de la línea de lote y la construcción de un patio; solicita alivio para el retranqueo lateral, el frente del edificio y la cobertura impermeable.
• 106 Adams St: Konstantin Avdashchenko propone una adición de baño; solicita variaciones para el retranqueo frontal, el retranqueo posterior, el retranqueo lateral y la cobertura impermeable.
• Todos los puntos son solicitudes de variación de área sujetas a la revisión de SEQRA (No enumerado, Tipo II o Tipo I).
• Se aceptan comentarios públicos vía correo electrónico a [email protected] hasta seis horas antes de la reunión.

City Council

La agenda contiene únicamente documentos procesales —aviso especial, agenda de finanzas, actas de finanzas y una agenda general— sin que se describan ordenanzas, resoluciones, contratos o audiencias públicas específicas. La reunión parece ser de naturaleza administrativa.

The City Council approved a resolution to schedule public hearings regarding Proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2026. This law proposes to amend the City Charter by repealing and replacing Part 3, Article Viii, Section C-40.

• Approved resolution to schedule public hearings on Proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2026 (5-0-0, 2 absent)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

La Troy Industrial Development Authority votará sobre una resolución inicial de proyecto para Gulfstream Developers, LLC, la cual aceptaría una solicitud y autorizaría negociaciones. El resto de la agenda del 26 de junio de 2026 es procedimental: aprobación de actas de reuniones anteriores, un informe del director ejecutivo, asuntos pendientes y revisiones financieras.

• Gulfstream Developers, LLC – Resolución Inicial del Proyecto

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

La junta de la Troy Capital Resource Corporation considerará la aprobación de las actas de dos reuniones anteriores, revisará un borrador de las pautas de financiación de subvenciones y discutirá el presupuesto. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen presentaciones o propuestas de YWCA, Big Top Group y Mt. Ida. La junta también revisará los estados financieros.

• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones de la junta del 17 de abril y 15 de mayo de 2026
• Revisión del borrador de las pautas para la financiación de subvenciones
• Discusión del presupuesto
• Asuntos nuevos: YWCA, Big Top Group, Mt. Ida
• Revisión de los estados financieros

City Council

The City Council approved a resolution to schedule public hearings regarding a proposed change to the City Charter. This law would repeal and replace Part 3, Article Viii, Section C-40.

• Approved resolution to schedule public hearings on Proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2026 (7-0-0)

City Council

Esta es una reunión especial del Troy City Council. La agenda consiste únicamente en elementos procesales: un aviso de reunión especial, una agenda especial y legislación firmada. No se enumeran decisiones ni discusiones sustantivas en el texto de la agenda proporcionada.

• Aviso de reunión especial
• Agenda especial
• Legislación firmada

The Troy City Council unanimously passed a $7.75 million bond resolution to finance reconstruction of various city streets. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the 2026 budget and approved a resolution designating a portion of Fifth Avenue as 'Joseph A. Mazzariello Way' after an amendment removing 'Sr.' from the name. All actions passed 7-0.

• Approved ordinance amending 2026 General Fund & Capital Fund Budget (7-0)
• Approved SEQRA Type II resolution (7-0)
• Approved $7,750,000 bond resolution for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Amended street-naming resolution to remove 'Sr.' from name (7-0)
• Approved amended resolution designating Fifth Avenue portion as 'Joseph A. Mazzariello Way' (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved several budget amendments and a $7.75 million bond for street reconstruction. The council also authorized the purchase of seven police vehicles and the naming of a portion of Fifth Avenue. All items were passed with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Authorized $7,750,000 in serial bonds for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles and five Chevrolet Equinox Police Vehicles (7-0)
• Designated Fifth Avenue between Ferry and Liberty Streets as 'Joseph A. Mazzariello Way' (7-0)
• Approved contract with Are Event Productions, Inc. for the annual Troy Turkey Trot (7-0)
• Approved contract with Allmark Services, Inc. for tree services (7-0)
• Authorized reconveyance of real property at 315 Second Street (7-0)
• Amended 2026 CD Fund, General Fund, Water Fund, and Capital Fund budgets (7-0)
• Passed ordinances amending Chapters 141 and 251 of the Troy City Code (7-0)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Troy llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para actuar sobre varias revisiones de planes de sitio y ajustes de líneas de lotes. El elemento más significativo es una propuesta de redesarrollo del antiguo sitio de Price Chopper en 205 unidades de viviendas para trabajadores, 11,000 sq ft de espacio comercial y un sendero público junto al río. Otros elementos incluyen la renovación de una gasolinera y tienda de conveniencia en 885 Fifth Avenue, un ajuste de línea de lote para una cocina de enseñanza en 185 Earl St, y un cambio de uso en 272 Hoosick St. La junta también adoptará las actas de la reunión de mayo y considerará una extensión para la revisión de 158 Fourth Street.

• Lansingburgh Gateway: 205 unidades de viviendas para trabajadores y 11K sq ft comerciales en 6.27 acres a lo largo del Hudson River
• 885 Fifth Avenue: renovación y reapertura de edificio vacante y gasolinera con preparación de alimentos, tienda de conveniencia y ventanilla de servicio (drive-through)
• 185 Earl St: ajuste de línea de lote para un patio de cocina de enseñanza comercial y enfriador exterior
• 272 Hoosick St: cambio de uso de farmacia a una tienda de artículos gratuitos en un edificio de 13K sq ft
• Solicitud de extensión de revisión para 158 Fourth Street

The board adopted the May 2026 meeting minutes and extended the review period for 158 Fourth Street. It approved the site plan for 885 Fifth Avenue and declared intent to act as the lead SEQRA agency for the Lansingburgh Gateway redevelopment. The board also issued a Negative Declaration and scheduled a July 21, 2026 hearing for the 185 Earl Street application, and declared a Type II SEQRA review and scheduled a July 21, 2026 hearing for the 272 Hoosick Street application.

• Adopted May 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Extended review period for 158 Fourth Street to July (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 885 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Declared intent to act as lead agency under SEQRA for Lansingburgh Gateway (5-0)
• Issued Negative Declaration for 185 Earl Street under SEQRA (5-0)
• Scheduled hearing for 185 Earl Street on July 21, 2026 (5-0)
• Declared 272 Hoosick Street proposal Type II under SEQRA (5-0)
• Scheduled hearing for 272 Hoosick Street on July 21, 2026 (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

La Comisión de Servicio Civil de Troy revisará las actas de una reunión especial y considerará una solicitud (MSD-222A) para establecer tres puestos temporales de Oficial de Policía para la Unidad de Seguridad Pública de la ciudad. Esta acción abordaría las necesidades de personal a corto plazo en el departamento de policía.

• Aprobar las actas de la reunión especial del 29 de abril de 2026
• Considerar MSD-222A para crear tres puestos temporales de Oficial de Policía para la Unidad de Seguridad Pública de Troy

City Council

The Troy City Council held a public hearing on June 4, 2026, regarding proposed Local Law No. 3, which would establish standards for the use of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems. Thirteen members of the public provided comments. No vote or other action was taken during the hearing.

• No substantive decisions; public hearing only

City Council

The City Council approved an ordinance to settle a legal claim filed by Marquis R. Copeland. The council also confirmed appointments for the City Clerk's office and legislative counsel. Additionally, a public hearing for a city charter amendment was scheduled for July 9.

• Approved settlement of claim for Marquis R. Copeland (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Cheryl Christiansen as Assistant to the City Clerk (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Michael Gregg as Deputy City Clerk (7-0)
• Appointed Ian Silverman as Legislative Counsel to the Troy City Council (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Local Law No. 4 of 2026 for July 9 at 5:30pm (7-0)
• Passed resolution recognizing Juneteenth (7-0)
• Passed resolution honoring Owen Goldfarb (7-0)
• Passed resolution honoring Michael “Pickles” Picarillo (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council unanimously approved a $2 million bond to finance a new fire rescue vehicle and authorized a settlement in a federal lawsuit. Several other routine actions passed without dissent, including budget amendments, a snow-clearing ordinance amendment, and a contract to operate two city pools.

• Approved $2,000,000 serial bond for fire rescue vehicle (7-0)
• Authorized settlement of claim in Copeland v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Amended Chapter 273 to ban snow obstruction (7-0)
• Amended 2026 General Fund and Sewer & Capital Fund budgets (7-0 each)
• Approved contract with Boys & Girls Club to operate South Troy and Knickerbacker Pools (7-0)
• Appointed Cheryl Christiansen as Assistant to the City Clerk (7-0)
• Appointed Michael Gregg as Deputy City Clerk (7-0)
• Proclaimed LGBTQIA2S+ Pride Season, Juneteenth, and honored Owen Goldfarb and Michael Picarillo (7-0 each)

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y votará sobre múltiples variaciones de uso y área para una propuesta de reabrir una antigua gasolinera en 885 Fifth Avenue. El solicitante busca exenciones en los requisitos de retranqueo, iluminación, transparencia y estacionamiento, entre otras disposiciones. La junta también adoptará las actas de su reunión anterior.

• Variación de uso para una ventanilla de recogida drive-through en una antigua gasolinera
• Exención de retranqueo frontal: 0.5 ft a lo largo de 125th St y 1.5 ft a lo largo de New Schaghticoke Rd donde se requieren 25 ft
• Exención de retranqueo de bombas de combustible: 10 ft desde la línea de ROW donde se requiere un mínimo de 25 ft
• Variaciones de brillo de iluminación: hasta 5.7 footcandles donde se permiten 0.3 footcandles
• Exención de capacidad del carril de espera: propone 65.8 ft donde se requieren 120 ft

City Council

La agenda para la reunión del Concejo Municipal de Troy el 21 de mayo de 2026, consiste únicamente en avisos de comités y referencias a archivos PDF para los comités de Seguridad Pública y de Ciencia y Tecnología. No se enumeran elementos específicos, resoluciones o audiencias públicas en el texto proporcionado; la agenda parece ser un formato procedimental estándar.

City Council

The Troy City Council unanimously passed seven items, including a $2 million bond for a new fire rescue vehicle, budget amendments, and a contract with the Boys and Girls Club to operate two city pools. The council also approved an amended resolution supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month and a code amendment. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved 2026 General Fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Sewer & Capital Fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Amended Chapter 273 of the Troy City Code (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area to operate South Troy Pool and Knickerbacker Pool through September 8, 2026 (7-0)
• Adopted amended resolution supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Troy (7-0)
• Determined proposed action as Type II under SEQRA (7-0)
• Authorized $2,000,000 serial bonds for fire rescue vehicle apparatus (7-0)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Troy llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre dos revisiones de planes de sitio: la conversión de un estudio de fotografía vacante en 2231 Fifteenth Street en 4 unidades residenciales, y la renovación de un edificio y gasolinera vacantes en 885 Fifth Avenue para preparación de alimentos y tienda de conveniencia. La Junta también discutirá los cambios propuestos al Capítulo 285 de las regulaciones de zonificación y adoptará las actas de la reunión de abril.

• Revisión de los cambios propuestos al Capítulo 285 de la Carta de la Ciudad con respecto a las Regulaciones de Zonificación
• PLPB 2026 0010: Convertir el estudio de fotografía vacante en 2231 Fifteenth St en 4 unidades residenciales (10 dormitorios) con 3 espacios de estacionamiento fuera de la calle
• PLPB 2026 0022: Renovar el edificio y la gasolinera vacantes en 885 Fifth Ave para preparación de alimentos y tienda de conveniencia con mejoras del sitio
• Adopción de las actas de la reunión de abril de 2026

The Planning Board voted 5-0 to approve a site plan to convert a vacant photography studio at 2231 Fifteenth Street into 4 residential units with 10 bedrooms, subject to parking and curb-cut conditions. The board also voted 5-0 to submit recommended changes to Chapter 285 (Zoning Regulations) to the City Council. For 885 Fifth Avenue, the board issued a negative SEQRA declaration, declared the application complete, and scheduled a public hearing for June 16. April meeting minutes were adopted unanimously.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Submitted recommended zoning regulation changes to City Council (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 2231 Fifteenth St conversion to 4 residential units with conditions (5-0)
• Issued negative SEQRA declaration for 885 Fifth Ave gas station renovation (5-0)
• Declared 885 Fifth Ave application complete (5-0)
• Scheduled June 16 public hearing for 885 Fifth Ave (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 PM (5-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

La junta de la Troy Capital Resource Corporation considerará dos solicitudes de financiamiento: un mural de $40,000 para el Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway y una subvención de Albany Center Gallery en nombre de Troy Dance Factory (costo total del proyecto $9,102.09). La junta también revisará los borradores de las directrices para su Programa de Financiamiento de Desarrollo Comunitario y Económico, que ofrece subvenciones de hasta $10,000 por proyecto. Se aprobarán los estados financieros y las actas de abril.

• Solicitud de financiamiento de Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway: mural de $40,000 de Kevin Clark/Clark Murals en el lado sur del estacionamiento del Gateway
• Solicitud de financiamiento de Albany Center Gallery en nombre de Troy Dance Factory: evento con usos totales de $9,102.09 y $4,800 en fuentes aseguradas/previstas
• Discusión de los borradores de las Directrices para el Financiamiento de Subvenciones, incluyendo elegibilidad, fondos contrapartes y plazos de solicitud trimestrales
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la junta del 17 de abril de 2026
• Revisión del informe financiero

Troy Industrial Development Authority

La Autoridad de Desarrollo Industrial de Troy se reunirá el 15 de mayo de 2026 para llevar a cabo asuntos administrativos rutinarios. La agenda enumera puntos estándar que incluyen la aprobación de las actas de abril, la revisión del informe del director ejecutivo sobre el proyecto de Storrs Associates y otros desarrollos activos, y la revisión de los estados financieros. No se detallan audiencias públicas, contratos ni votaciones de políticas específicas en el texto proporcionado.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 17 de abril de 2026
• Informe del director ejecutivo sobre la actualización de Storrs Associates y proyectos activos
• Revisión de los estados financieros de la junta

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved filing applications for federal housing and community development grants under the Housing and Community Development Act, McKinney Act, and HOME program. It proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, scheduled a public hearing on proposed ALPR regulations for June 4, and confirmed appointments for City Marshal and Commissioner of Deeds.

• Approved ordinance authorizing HUD, McKinney Act, and HOME grant applications (7-0)
• Proclaimed May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month (7-0)
• Amended ALPR public hearing date from May 21 to June 4 at 5:30 pm (7-0)
• Adopted amended resolution scheduling ALPR public hearing (7-0)
• Appointed James Brent Mason as City Marshal (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner of Deeds (name not specified in minutes) (7-0)

City Council

The City Council passed several ordinances regarding public utilities, property reconveyance, and grant applications. The council also approved contracts for water treatment plant planning and sludge lagoon investigation.

• Approved $200,000 Main Street Grant for Lansingburgh Building Renovation (7-0)
• Approved application for funding via Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and other programs (7-0)
• Approved contract with Cdm Smith to investigate city sludge lagoons (7-0)
• Approved reconveyance of real property at 34 Centerview Drive (7-0)
• Approved grant of easement to Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation and Verizon New York, Inc. (7-0)
• Appointed James Brent Mason as City Marshal (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for local law on Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Foley Grinders from Finch Turf, Inc. (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación de Troy llevará a cabo una reunión pública el 6 de mayo de 2026, para escuchar y decidir sobre tres solicitudes de varianza. Los puntos incluyen una varianza de uso para convertir una casa unifamiliar en una vivienda bifamiliar en 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave, una varianza de área para el retroceso de una ADU en 31 Christie St, y varianzas de área para una cerca en 34 Brunswick Rd. La junta también adoptará las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Varianza de uso para convertir una vivienda unifamiliar a bifamiliar en 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave
• Varianza de área para ADU en 31 Christie St: requiere un retroceso de 25-ft, propone 3 ft (alivio de 22-ft)
• Varianza de área en 34 Brunswick Rd para permitir una cerca de 6-ft en el patio delantero donde el máximo permitido es 4-ft (alivio de 2-ft)
• Varianza de área en 34 Brunswick Rd para permitir una cerca a 1 ft de la línea del lote delantero donde se requiere un retroceso de 5-ft (alivio de 4-ft)

The ZBA approved a use variance to convert a single-family dwelling into a two-family at 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave (5-0). A fence height variance at 34 Brunswick Rd was denied (1-4) but a setback variance for the same fence was approved (5-0). An area variance for an ADU front setback at 31 Christie St was denied (0-5). The board also approved the April 1 meeting minutes (4-0, with one abstention).

• Approved April 1 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved use variance for two-family conversion at 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave (5-0)
• Denied fence height variance (6 ft) at 34 Brunswick Rd (1-4)
• Approved fence setback variance (1 ft from property line) at 34 Brunswick Rd (5-0)
• Denied area variance for ADU front setback (3 ft) at 31 Christie St (0-5)

Police Objective Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de Objetivos Policiales aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior, dará la bienvenida a un nuevo miembro y se despedirá de los miembros salientes. La discusión sustantiva principal se refiere a los planes de reclutamiento, capacitación y acompañamientos durante el verano.

• Bienvenida a Peter Laz como nuevo miembro
• Despedida de los miembros Starletta, Michael y Marcus
• Discusión de los programas de reclutamiento, capacitación y acompañamientos de verano

The board reviewed evidence for two cases, exonerating officers in one and finding a complaint unfounded in another. The board and Mayor also discussed filling vacancies for expiring member terms.

• Exonerated officers in Case OPS 26-01 (Unanimous)
• Found a sergeant in Case OPS 26-01 violated department policy (Unanimous)
• Found Case OPS 26-04 unfounded due to lack of evidence for excessive force
• Tabled approval of April meeting minutes until June
• Confirmed Peter Laz for PORB membership

Troy Local Development Corporation

Esta reunión especial de la Troy Local Development Corporation considerará las Secciones 2 y 3 de la Resolución Anual, que fueron aplazadas en abril, las cuales cubren la readopción de las políticas de inversión y disposición de propiedades y la aceptación de la auditoría del FY2025. La junta también discutirá y posiblemente aprobará solicitudes de Subvenciones para la Mejora de Pequeñas Empresas y una carta de intención para la reurbanización del sitio de King Fuels. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 17 de abril de 2026.

• Discusión y posible aprobación de solicitudes de Subvenciones para la Mejora de Pequeñas Empresas
• Reurbanización de King Fuels – Discusión de la Carta de Intención (LOI)
• Adopción de las Secciones 2 y 3 de la Resolución Anual (Política de Inversión, Política de Disposición de Propiedades y aceptación de la auditoría del FY2025)
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la junta del 17 de abril de 2026

The board approved the April 17 minutes and Sections 2 and 3 of the Annual Meeting Resolution. It adopted a small‑business grant award list for the second round of ARPA funds. A proposed amendment to the bylaws was approved despite one member’s opposition. The board voted against accepting the amended letter of intent with Troy Materials Group, LLC.

• Approved April 17, 2026 board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Sections 2 and 3 of the Annual Meeting Resolution (motion carried)
• Approved final list of small‑business grant applicants (motion carried)
• Approved bylaws amendment to Article II, Section 1(c) and term provisions (motion carried despite opposition)
• Rejected acceptance of amended Troy Materials Group LOI (opposed, motion carried)

Troy Local Development Corporation

El Comité de Auditoría y Finanzas escuchará el resto de la auditoría de 2025 de Wojeski & Co. y recibirá actualizaciones. La opinión de la auditoría fue puesta en espera pendiente de la resolución de un problema de deterioro en la propiedad de King Fuels, que podría abordarse en una reunión especial.

• Presentación de la auditoría de 2025 por Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Deterioro de la propiedad de King Fuels (problema de valor en libros)
• Emisión de bonos por $7.5M (incremento neto de efectivo)
• Deficiencia de control interno que requiere revisión de la gerencia
• Honorarios profesionales de $95,214 relacionados con la geotermia

Civil Service Commission

La comisión votará sobre el establecimiento de un nuevo puesto de Subdirector de Servicios Generales y su especificación laboral. También revisarán un anuncio de examen competitivo abierto para Operador Asistente de Planta de Agua/Aprendiz. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Establecimiento de un nuevo puesto: Deputy Director of General Services (MSD-222)
• Consideración de la especificación laboral para Deputy Director of General Services
• Revisión del anuncio de examen competitivo abierto para Assistant Water Plant Operator/Trainee, Exam #26002010
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 21 de abril de 2026

The Civil Service Commission approved the creation of a new Deputy Director of General Services position and the associated job specification. The meeting also approved the minutes from the previous session and the announcement for an Assistant Water Plant Operator exam.

• Approved April 21, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Assistant Water Plant Operator/Trainee exam announcement (3-0)
• Approved establishing one new Deputy Director of General Services position (3-0)
• Approved job specification for Deputy Director of General Services (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:42 am

City Council

City Council

The Troy City Council unanimously passed all items on the agenda, including several grants, contracts, and ordinances. Key actions include a $200,000 Main Street Grant for the Lansingburgh Building Renovation Program, authorization to contract with CDM Smith to investigate sludge lagoons, and a forestry grant amended to encourage planting native trees. The council also adopted proclamations for International Workers' Day and Harvey Milk Day.

• Approved $200,000 Main Street Grant for Lansingburgh Building Renovation Program (7-0)
• Authorized engineering planning grant for John P. Buckley Water Treatment Plant (7-0)
• Authorized contract with CDM Smith to investigate sludge lagoons and identify compliance solutions (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Foley grinders from Finch Turf, Inc. (7-0)
• Accepted forestry grant with amendment urging maximum effort to plant native trees (7-0)
• Proclaimed May 1, 2026 as International Workers' Day (7-0)
• Proclaimed May 22, 2026 as Harvey Milk Day (7-0)
• Adopted resolution urging state to preserve Martin Dunham Reservoir and Dam (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

La Comisión de Servicio Civil de Troy considerará la aprobación de las actas de marzo, revisará los anuncios de exámenes promocionales y de competencia abierta para Teniente de Bomberos, Ayudante de Tasación de Bienes Inmuebles, Supervisor de Reparación de Equipos y Sargento de Policía, y votará sobre la creación de cinco puestos adicionales de Ayudante de Mantenimiento y ocho puestos estacionales de Iniciador de Golf para la Unidad de Servicios Generales.

• Revisión del examen promocional para Teniente de Bomberos, Examen #70028770
• Revisión del examen de competencia abierta para Ayudante de Tasación de Bienes Inmuebles, Examen #60063120
• Revisión del examen promocional para Sargento de Policía, Examen #70022790
• Consideración del MSD-222A para establecer 5 puestos adicionales de Ayudante de Mantenimiento
• Consideración del MSD-222A para establecer 8 puestos adicionales de Iniciador de Golf (Estacional)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from a previous meeting and approved nine exam announcements for various city positions. The commission also established 13 new positions for the General Services Unit.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2026 special meeting (3-0)
• Approved Fire Lieutenant promotional exam announcement #70028770 (3-0)
• Approved Real Property Appraisal Aide open competitive exam announcement #60063120 (3-0)
• Approved Real Property Appraisal Aide promotional exam announcement #70031680 (3-0)
• Approved Supervisor of Equipment Repair open competitive exam announcement #60054650 (3-0)
• Approved Supervisor of Equipment Repair promotional exam announcement #70026390 (3-0)
• Approved Police Sergeant promotional exam announcement #70022790 (3-0)
• Established 5 Maintenance Helper positions (3-0)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Troy llevará a cabo una reunión pública el 21 de abril de 2026, para actuar sobre varias revisiones de planes de sitio y discutir los cambios propuestos al Capítulo 285 de la Carta Municipal respecto a las regulaciones de zonificación. La junta también considerará la adopción de las actas de la reunión de marzo de 2026 y escuchará tres solicitudes de planes de sitio, incluyendo una instalación de uso mixto en 10 Spring Avenue, la renovación de una gasolinera en 885 Fifth Avenue y un edificio de restaurante que requiere demolición en el National Historic District en 158 Fourth Street.

• Revisión de los cambios propuestos a las regulaciones de zonificación del Capítulo 285 en la Carta Municipal
• PLPB 2026 0002: Plan de sitio para una nueva instalación de uso múltiple (oficinas y almacén) en 10 Spring Avenue
• PLPB 2026 0022: Renovación y reapertura de un edificio vacante y gasolinera en 885 Fifth Avenue para preparación de alimentos y tienda de conveniencia
• PLPB 2026 0023: Demolición de una estructura en el National Historic District para construir un restaurante de dos pisos en 158 Fourth Street

The Planning Board approved a site plan for a professional office and warehouse facility at 10 Spring Avenue. The board also processed site plan reviews for projects on Fifth Avenue and Fourth Street, and tabled changes to the City Charter zoning regulations.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled proposed changes to Chapter 285 of the City Charter regarding Zoning Regulations to May 19
• Approved site plan for 10 Spring Avenue multi-use facility with condition to provide Urban Runoff and Control Plan (4-0)
• Declared 885 Fifth Avenue proposal 'Unlisted' under SEQRA (4-0)
• Tabled 885 Fifth Avenue proposal to May 19, 2026 (4-0)
• Declared 158 Fourth Street proposal 'Unlisted' under SEQRA (4-0)
• Declared 158 Fourth Street application complete (4-0)
• Scheduled hearing for 158 Fourth Street for May 19, 2026 (4-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

La junta votará sobre las actas de la reunión del 20 de marzo, considerará una resolución para la reunión anual, revisará el borrador de las directrices para la financiación de subvenciones y discutirá una solicitud de fondos de TVCOG. También se presentarán los estados financieros de febrero.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la junta del 20 de marzo de 2026
• Resolución de la Reunión Anual
• Borrador de Directrices para la Financiación de Subvenciones
• Solicitud de Financiación de TVCOG
• Informe financiero de febrero de 2026 (saldo del fondo $285,720)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

El Comité de Auditoría y Finanzas de la Troy Capital Resource Corporation se reunirá para recibir y discutir la presentación de la auditoría de 2025 de Wojeski & Co., CPAs. No hay otros puntos sustanciales en la agenda.

• Presentación de la Auditoría de 2025 por Wojeski & Co., CPAs

Troy Industrial Development Authority

La Autoridad de Desarrollo Industrial de Troy aprobó un nuevo puesto de director ejecutivo adjunto y fondos adicionales para un proyecto de distrito comercial vecinal. La junta también revisó estados financieros que muestran activos totales de $2,360,492.

• Financiamiento de $5,000 para la subvención de Main Street en Lansingburgh
• Contratación de Randy Coburn como Director Ejecutivo Adjunto a $75/hora por hasta 10 horas por semana
• Proyecto de casas adosadas propuesto en 625 7th Avenue consistente en 12 unidades con un precio aproximado de $265,000
• Aprobación de la Auditoría Anual del Año Fiscal 2025 por Wojeski & Company CPAs, PC

Troy Local Development Corporation

La Troy Local Development Corporation llevará a cabo su reunión anual para elegir a los funcionarios de la junta, aceptar la auditoría del año fiscal 2025 y readoptar políticas. La junta también recibirá actualizaciones sobre el proyecto del teatro Proctors (hormigón vertido, artículos históricos preservados), la reurbanización del sitio de King Fuels y el programa de subvenciones para pequeñas empresas (quedan aproximadamente $200,000). Previamente se aprobó una resolución que autoriza donaciones hasta $19,000 para un documental sobre Proctors.

• Resolución de la Reunión Anual para elegir funcionarios, aceptar la auditoría del FY2025 y readoptar políticas
• Proyecto Proctors: hormigón vertido, murales históricos apartados; mecanismo de donación para película documental hasta $19,000
• Sitio de King Fuels: exploración de reurbanización, reparaciones de carreteras, fondos para remediación
• Subvención para Pequeñas Empresas: quedan aproximadamente $200,000 de los $1M originales
• Finanzas: activos totales $12,785,128, saldo de fondos $1,443,502; déficit mensual $4,700

The board adopted the Annual Meeting Resolution, though it tabled the 2025 annual audit and investment policies for a future meeting. The board also approved the March 2026 financial statements and appointed board officers and staff.

• Approved March 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Adopted Annual Meeting Resolution (excluding Sections 2 and 3)
• Tabled Investment Policy, Disposition of Property Policy, and FY2025 Annual Audit
• Appointed Andy Ross as Vice Chair and Noreen McKee as Treasurer and Secretary
• Ratified appointments of Seamus Donnelly (CEO), Denee Zeigler (Acting Secretary), and Andrew Kreshik (Project Manager)
• Approved March 2026 financials showing total assets of $13,335,206
• Approved 2024 Annual Report and budgets for fiscal years 2026 through 2029

Troy Local Development Corporation

El Comité de Auditoría y Finanzas de la Troy Local Development Corporation se reunirá para recibir la presentación de la auditoría de 2025 de Wojeski & Co., CPAs. La agenda incluye únicamente este punto y el cierre de la sesión, por lo que se trata de una reunión procedimental sin decisiones ni discusiones sobre asuntos sustantivos.

• Presentación de la Auditoría 2025 por Wojeski & Co., CPAs

Troy Industrial Development Authority

El Comité de Auditoría y Finanzas de la Troy Industrial Development Authority (TIDA) se reunirá para recibir la presentación de la auditoría de 2025 de Wojeski & Co., CPAs. No se enumeran otros asuntos de negocios; la reunión se limita a la revisión de la auditoría y la clausura.

• Presentación de la auditoría de 2025 por Wojeski & Co., CPAs

City Council

La agenda de la reunión del Concejo Municipal de Troy enumera tres puntos: un aviso público, una agenda regular y legislación firmada, pero no proporciona resoluciones, ordenanzas ni temas de discusión específicos. Cada punto está vinculado a un documento PDF sin más detalles. La agenda es puramente procesal y no contiene puntos sustantivos para consideración pública.

• No se enumeran resoluciones ni ordenanzas específicas
• No se mencionan audiencias públicas ni adjudicaciones de contratos
• Solo documentos procesales: aviso público, agenda, legislación firmada

The Troy City Council voted 7-0 to override the mayor's veto and adopt a local law making the Good Cause Eviction Law applicable in Troy. The Council also unanimously approved ordinances to reconvey a foreclosed property at 368 First Street and amend Chapter 83 of the city code, along with several resolutions including equipment purchases, hazardous waste sharing, task force appointments, and proclamations.

• Overrode mayor's veto and enacted Good Cause Eviction Law (7-0)
• Approved reconveyance of real property acquired by in rem foreclosure at 368 First Street (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 83 of the Troy City Code (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with Stryker Corporation for patient handling equipment for ambulance (7-0)
• Authorized memorandum of agreement with Rensselaer County and Town of Bethlehem for hazardous waste collection (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Sustainability Task Force, adding Taylor Ross as a resident member (7-0)
• Established a Climate Smart Community Task Force and appointed a coordinator, with Taylor Ross added as citizen appointee (7-0)
• Authorized license agreement with Babblingbrookny Corporation for operation of Frear Park restaurant concession (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council approved a license agreement for the Frear Park restaurant concession and a resolution recognizing the Armenian Genocide. The meeting also included a procedural amendment to a public comment period resolution.

• Amended resolution to change public comment period start date to March 26, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved license agreement with Babblingbrookny Corporation for Frear Park restaurant (7-0)
• Passed resolution recognizing the Armenian Genocide (7-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board will review evidence regarding an excessive force case. The board is also scheduled to vote on by-law updates and the annual report.

• Presentation of OPS case files and BWC evidence for case 25-23 (Excessive Force)
• Approval of By-law updates
• Approval of Annual Report
• Discussion regarding recruiting

The board approved the March meeting minutes and the annual report for submission to the Mayor. It found two officer complaints founded and two others unfounded, and accepted the department's recommended discipline and training. The PORB bylaws were approved as amended. Dan Magnetto will temporarily replace Mary Magnetto and required training for new members will be implemented.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Found two officer complaints founded and two complaints unfounded; accepted discipline and training
• Approved PORB bylaws as amended
• Approved annual report for submission to the Mayor
• Designated Dan Magnetto to replace Mary Magnetto during her training
• Decided to implement required training for new board members

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will adopt the March 4 meeting minutes and consider four applications for area or use variances. One application seeks multiple setbacks for a two‑story single‑family home at 811 River St. Other applications request setbacks and height relief for a warehouse/office at 10 Spring Ave, a two‑family conversion at 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave, and an additional wall sign at 547 River St. The board will vote on each proposal during the April 1 meeting.

• 811 River St – area variance request for side setbacks of 21′2″ (south) and 25′2″ (north) and frontage coverage reduction to 33.6% (PLZBA 2026 0007).
• 10 Spring Ave – area variance request for side setback of 23′ (vs 10′ max) and front setback of 56′ (vs 10′ max), and a single‑story office/warehouse where two stories are required (PLZBA 2026 0016).
• 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave – use and area variance to convert a single‑family dwelling to a two‑family dwelling, seeking 20 SF relief on required floor area (PLZBA 2026 0015).
• 547 River St – area variance for an additional 65 SF wall sign exceeding the two‑sign limit and size/height limits (PLZBA 2026 0018).

The board approved side‑setback and building‑frontage variances for a project at 10 Spring Ave, each passing 4‑0. It also approved a 20‑ft side setback, a 56‑ft front setback, and the construction of a single‑story office and warehouse building at the same site, all with 4‑0 votes. A motion to table an area‑variance update for 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave passed 4‑0, and several sign variances for 547 River St were approved.

• Approved side‑setback variance (21′2″ south, 25′2″ north) – 4‑0
• Approved building‑frontage variance (33.6% proposed) – 4‑0
• Approved 20‑ft side setback for 10 Spring Ave – 4‑0
• Approved 56‑ft front setback for 10 Spring Ave – 4‑0
• Approved single‑story office and warehouse building at 10 Spring Ave – 4‑0
• Tabled update to area variance for 1800 Mt. St. Mary's Ave – 4‑0
• Approved additional wall sign on 547 River St stairwell – 4‑0
• Approved 65 sf sign on 547 River St – 3‑1

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the minutes from the January 16 and February 20, 2026 meetings and reviewed updates on the Geothermal pilot, King Fuels site cleanup, and the Proctors building acquisition. It adopted a technical amendment to the Small Business Grant, setting award amounts at $5,000‑$10,000 and moving application review to the board. The board also extended staff agreements for another year, raising the Executive Director salary to $20,000 and keeping other staff at $4,000, and approved the presented financial statements.

• Approved minutes for the regular board meetings held January 16 and February 20, 2026.
• Technical amendment to the Small Business Grant: award amounts changed to $5‑$10K and review committee shifted to the board.
• Extended staff agreements through Dec 31 2026; Executive Director salary set at $20,000, Project Manager and Acting Secretary each at $4,000.
• Approved financials showing total assets $23,435,457.03, cash $402,295.67, liabilities $21,987,645.55, and a fund balance of $1,447,811.48.
• Project updates: Geothermal pilot with NYSERDA funding, King Fuels site cleanup financed by a HUD 108 loan, and Proctors building acquisition costing $1.8 million with $7 million earmarked for construction.

The board approved the January 16 and February 20 minutes with a GAAP correction. It also approved the financial statements and authorized a donation acceptance mechanism and production license agreement to fund a historic‑preservation documentary for the Proctor’s theater up to $19,000. No new business was presented and the meeting was adjourned after an executive‑session discussion of pending litigation.

• Approved Jan. 16 and Feb. 20 minutes with GAAP correction (motion carried)
• Approved financial statements as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized donation mechanism and production license for Proctor’s documentary up to $19,000 (motion carried)
• Moved to executive session to discuss pending litigation (motion carried)
• Adjourned the board meeting (motion carried)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings, consider a $5,000 grant request for NY Main Street, and review an agreement with financial advisors Storrs Associates. The board will also discuss the financial position of the authority.

• Approval of minutes for January 16, 2026 and February 20, 2026 board meetings
• Funding request for NY Main Street Grant $5,000
• IDA Financial Advisors – Storrs Associates Agreement
• Review of financials and statement of financial position
• Adjournment of the regular board meeting

The board approved the minutes from the January 16 and February 20 meetings. It approved a $5,000 funding request for the New York Main Street grant in Lansingburgh. The board also approved hiring Randy Coburn as a part‑time deputy executive director at $75 per hour for up to 10 hours a week, and created an executive subcommittee to review agenda items. The March financial statements were approved.

• Approved minutes from Jan 16, 2026 meeting
• Approved minutes from Feb 20, 2026 meeting
• Approved $5,000 funding for New York Main Street grant (motion by Stephanie Fitch, seconded by Alex Carlton)
• Approved hiring Randy Coburn as deputy executive director at $75/hr, ~10 hrs/week (motion by Mike Cusack, seconded by Elbert Watson)
• Approved formation of executive subcommittee (Betts, Fitch, Cusack) to review agenda items (motion by Sue Steele, seconded by Latasha Gardner)
• Approved March financials as presented (motion by Mike Cusack, seconded by Elbert Watson)
• Approved adjournment of regular board meeting at 11:27 a.m. (motion by Sue Steele, seconded by Latasha Gardner)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board will hold a public hearing and consider an authorizing resolution for Tax-Exempt Revenue Bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The proposed financing is intended to refund existing debt and fund campus improvements.

• Proposed bond issuance not to exceed $66,000,000 for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
• Up to $46,000,000 proposed for refunding Series 2015 Bonds
• Up to $20,000,000 proposed for reconstruction and renovation of buildings, utilities, and facilities at the Main and East Campuses
• TEFRA Public Hearing regarding the RPI Series 2026 Bond Issuance
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 26, 2025, October 17, 2025, and February 20, 2026

City Council

City Council

The Troy City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a purchase agreement with Stryker Corporation for patient‑handling equipment for a new modular ambulance. It also adopted resolutions for an autism acceptance month, Earth Day, and new task forces, while tabling a license‑plate‑recognition subscription.

• Ordinance authorizing reconveyance of 368 First Street passed (7‑0‑0)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 83 of the Troy City Code passed (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution authorizing Stryker ambulance equipment agreement passed (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution authorizing hazardous‑waste services MOU with Rensselaer County and Bethlehem passed (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution proclaiming April 2026 Autism Acceptance Month (amended) passed (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution proclaiming April 22, 2026 Earth Day passed (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution for two‑year Flock Group license‑plate‑recognition subscription was tabled (7‑0‑0)
• Resolution establishing Climate Smart Community Task Force passed (7‑0‑0)

Planning Board

The Troy Planning Board will adopt the February 2026 meeting minutes and consider proposed amendments to Chapter 285 of the City Charter concerning zoning regulations. New business includes a site‑plan review to convert a vacant studio at 2231 Fifteenth Street into four residential units, a demolition review of a historic building on the Samaritan Hospital campus at 2213 Burdett Avenue, and a common signage plan review for a medical office at 258 Hoosick Street.

• Adopt February 2026 meeting minutes by resolution
• Review proposed changes to Chapter 285 zoning regulations
• Site‑plan review: 2231 Fifteenth St – convert studio to 4 residential units with 10 bedrooms and 3 off‑street parking spaces
• Demolition review: 2213 Burdett Ave – historic building on Samaritan Hospital campus
• Common signage plan review: 258 Hoosick St – wall sign for medical office building

The Board adopted the February 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It tabled further review of Chapter 285 zoning charter changes until more information is obtained. The Board declared the 2231 Fifteenth Street application complete, classified it as unlisted under SEQRA, issued a negative SEQRA declaration, and set a hearing for May 19, 2026.

• Adopt February 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Table Chapter 285 zoning charter review (5-0)
• Declare 2231 Fifteenth St application complete (5-0)
• Declare 2231 Fifteenth St project unlisted under SEQRA (5-0)
• Issue negative SEQRA declaration for 2231 Fifteenth St (5-0)
• Set SEQRA hearing for May 19, 2026 (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review the minutes from its February 17, 2026 meeting. It will establish an open competitive eligible list for a Rental Registry Clerk (Exam #26001010). The commission will consider a revision to the Personnel Officer job specification and will create two new positions—a Real Property Appraisal Aide in the Finance Unit and a Landscaper in the General Services Unit—plus a job specification for the Landscaper.

• Establish open competitive eligible list for Rental Registry Clerk (Exam #26001010)
• Revise job specification for Personnel Officer
• Create new Real Property Appraisal Aide position in Finance Unit
• Create new Landscaper position in General Services Unit
• Establish job specification for Landscaper

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. It established an open competitive eligible list for the Rental Registry Clerk exam. The commission created and classified two new positions—Real Property Appraisal Aide and Landscaper—and adopted job specifications for both. It also revised the Personnel Officer job specification and changed the title and job specification of the CDBG/Planning Supervisor.

• Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established open competitive eligible list for Rental Registry Clerk, Exam #26001010 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Revised job specification for Personnel Officer (2-0, 1 absent)
• Created and classified Real Property Appraisal Aide position (2-0, 1 absent)
• Created and classified Landscaper position (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established job specification for Landscaper (2-0, 1 absent)
• Changed title to CDBG/Planning Supervisor and revised its job specification (2-0, 1 absent)

City Council

Council President Steele will deliver the Legislative Address on March 5, 2026 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 433 River Street, 5th floor. The City Council will hold its regular meeting immediately afterward. Both events will be held in person and streamed live on the council’s YouTube channel. No agenda items or decisions are listed.

City Council

The council passed a local law adopting Article 6‑A of the Real Property Law to make the Good Cause Eviction Law applicable in Troy. It also approved a local law adding Article VII to the city code to allow remote participation by videoconferencing. Several resolutions were adopted, including authorizing a memorandum with the Saratoga County Animal Shelter and authorizing an employee assistance program contract. All measures passed unanimously with seven ayes.

• Adopted Good Cause Eviction Law (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Added Article VII for remote videoconferencing participation (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Authorized mayor to enter memorandum with Saratoga County Animal Shelter (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Commended Troy Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Proclaimed March 2026 Women’s History Month (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Proclaimed March 2026 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)
• Authorized mayor to contract with ESI Employee Assistance Group (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 0 absent)

City Council

The City Council will consider Resolution 30, which authorizes the mayor to sign a contract with ESI Employee Assistance Group to provide an employee assistance program. The contract would cost $24.95 per employee per year for approximately 550 employees and is funded from the Personnel Department Budget. The agreement would run from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028, with two optional one‑year extensions. The resolution notes that ESI was selected after an RFP and has served the city for about 23 years.

• Resolution 30 – authorize contract with ESI Employee Assistance Group
• Cost: $24.95 per employee per year for ~550 employees
• Contract term Jan 1 2026 – Dec 31 2028, with two optional one‑year extensions
• Funding provided by the Personnel Department Budget
• Includes a Public Safety program for police and fire personnel

The council passed a resolution authorizing Mayor Mantello to enter into a contract with ESI Employee Assistance Group to provide an employee assistance program. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, and 0 absent. No other actions were taken.

• Approved contract with ESI Employee Assistance Group (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to adopt minutes and consider three area variance requests for residential and commercial projects. The board will decide on an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 31 Christie St, a two-story home at 811 River St, and additional signs for Pioneer Bank at 547 River St.

• Adoption of February 4th meeting minutes
• Area variance for ADU at 31 Christie St (22 ft setback request)
• Area variance for two-story home at 811 River St (side setbacks and frontage)
• Area variance for three signs at 547 River St (156 SF total area request)
• Public comment deadline: six hours prior to meeting

The board tabled two pending applications—one for proof of residency and one for a residential variance—each by a 5‑0 vote. It declared the 547 River St sign application a negative SEQRA action (5‑0) and approved several variances for Pioneer Bank signs, including two wall signs (4‑1), sign‑height relief (5‑0) and sign‑area relief (5‑0). A motion to approve three wall signs failed because it lacked a second. The meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Tabled Andy Perez residency‑proof proposal (5-0)
• Tabled Elizabeth Rodriguez residential variance request (5-0)
• Declared 547 River St sign application a negative SEQRA action (5-0)
• Approved two wall signs for Pioneer Bank (4-1)
• Approved 25" and 36" sign‑height variances (5-0)
• Approved 36 SF sign‑area variance (5-0)
• Motion to approve three wall signs failed (no second)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board is meeting to approve updates to its by-laws. The board will also review and sign its annual report.

• Approval of By-law updates
• Approval and signature of annual report

The board unanimously accepted the February 2, 2026 minutes, correcting a reference to Article 3, Section 5. The vote on the by‑law was postponed to the next meeting. Approval of the annual report was also deferred, with the report to be updated and sent out at least three weeks before the April meeting.

• Accepted February 2, 2026 minutes unanimously, with correction to Article 3, Section 5
• Deferred by‑law vote to next meeting
• Deferred approval of annual report to next meeting; report to be updated and distributed at least 3 weeks before April meeting

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will review updates on the Proctors, Geothermal, and King Fuels projects. The body will also discuss small business grants and a possible land purchase.

• Discussion of a possible land purchase
• Project updates for Proctors, Geothermal, and King Fuels
• Review of Small Business Grants

The board moved to an executive session to obtain counsel on possible litigation related to the Proctors project (motion carried). It then approved extending staff agreements for one year and raising the Executive Director's amount to $20,000 (motion carried, one abstention). Finally, the board approved the financial statements for January 2026 as presented (motion carried). No other business was taken up.

• Moved to executive session to seek counsel on potential Proctors litigation (motion carried)
• Approved one-year extension of staff agreements and increase Executive Director amount to $20,000 (motion carried, 1 abstention)
• Approved financial statements for January 2026 as presented (motion carried)
• Adjourned the board meeting at 10:25 a.m. (motion carried)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors is discussing an application from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for tax-exempt revenue refunding bonds. The proposed financing would support the Institute's 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and the refunding of previous bonds. The board is also considering the authorization of a required public hearing.

• Proposed issuance of up to $66,000,000 in tax-exempt revenue refunding bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
• Proposed refunding of Series 2015 Bonds originally issued for $74,045,000
• Financing for the Institute's 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan including building, utility, and road renovations
• Proposed exemption from mortgage recording taxes for qualifying mortgages securing the bonds
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2025 and October 17, 2025 meetings

The board approved the initial project resolution for the RPI Series 2026 bond issuance, authorizing up to $66 million in new and refinancing bonds. The January 2026 financial statements were also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 11:16 a.m.

• Approved initial RPI Series 2026 bond resolution
• Approved January 2026 financial statements
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 11:16 a.m.

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved the minutes from the January 16 meeting and adopted a supplemental project resolution that adds $100,000 to the sales and use tax exemption for the 504 Broadway Holdings, LLC project. The board discussed engaging Storrs Associates for advisory and project‑analysis services but deferred any contract decision to a future meeting. Financial statements were presented, showing total assets of $1,738,937, cash of $1,568,247, liabilities of $467,079, a fund balance of $1,271,858, and a January deficit of $5,239, and the December financials were approved.

• Approval of supplemental resolution adding $100,000 tax exemption and authorizing up to $6,000,000 in purchases with $480,000 tax exemption for 504 Broadway project
• Discussion of potential advisory contract with Storrs Associates for project analysis services (no decision made)
• Presentation of financial position: assets $1,738,937; cash $1,568,247; liabilities $467,079; fund balance $1,271,858
• January activity shows a $5,239 deficit; December financials approved

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a supplemental project resolution that adds $100,000 to the sales‑and‑use tax exemption for 504 Broadway Holdings, LLC and authorizes purchases up to $6,000,000 with a maximum exemption of $480,000. The board also approved the December financial statements, which showed a $5,239 deficit. Minutes from the January 16 meeting were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved minutes for the Jan 16, 2026 meeting
• Approved supplemental project resolution increasing sales‑tax exemption by $100,000
• Authorized additional purchases up to $6,000,000 with tax exemption not to exceed $480,000
• Approved December financials (deficit $5,239)
• Adjourned the regular board meeting at 11:06 a.m.

City Council

The council approved a local law adopting Article 6‑A of the Real Property Law to make the Good Cause Eviction Law applicable in Troy. It also passed a law allowing remote participation by videoconferencing for public bodies. Three resolutions were adopted: authorizing a memorandum with the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, commending the Troy division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and proclaiming March 2026 as Women’s History Month and Developmental Disabilities Month.

• Adopted Good Cause Eviction Law (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Adopted remote‑participation videoconferencing law (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Authorized mayor to enter agreement with Saratoga County Animal Shelter (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Commended Troy division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Proclaimed March 2026 Women’s History Month (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Proclaimed March 2026 Developmental Disabilities Month with amendment (6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent)

City Council

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review the 2025 Annual Report and examine exam announcements for Library Associate positions. The body will also consider the creation of a Senior Account Clerk position for the Troy City School District.

• Establishment of a four-year open competitive eligible list for Account Clerk (Exam #25007010)
• Consideration of MSD-222A to add one Senior Account Clerk position for Troy City School District
• Review of promotional exam announcement for Library Associate (Exam #70017450)
• Review of open competitive exam announcement for Library Associate (Exam #60036970)
• Approval of the 2025 Annual Report

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved the minutes of the February 3, 2026 special meeting (2‑0, 1 abstained). It also approved the 2025 annual report, created a four‑year competitive list for an Account Clerk, added a Senior Account Clerk position, and approved both promotional and open competitive exam announcements for Library Associate positions (each 3‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 a.m.

• Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstained)
• Approved 2025 Civil Service Commission Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved open competitive eligible list for Account Clerk, Exam #25007010 (3-0)
• Approved additional Senior Account Clerk position for Troy City School District (3-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Library Associate, Exam #70017450 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Library Associate, Exam #60036970 (3-0)

Planning Board

The Troy Planning Board will meet to adopt January minutes and review proposed zoning regulation changes. The agenda includes site plan reviews and subdivisions for multi-family housing, a geothermal facility, and office space.

• Adoption of January 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of proposed changes to Chapter 285 of the City Charter
• Site Plan Review: 15-25 Fourth Street (193 residential units)
• Site Plan Review: 60 113th Street (10,000 sq ft addition)
• Subdivision Review: 1016 Madison Avenue (2 duplexes)

The board adopted the January minutes, formed a subcommittee to review zoning‑charter criteria, and approved four development proposals. The 193‑unit Fourth Street multifamily project was approved with seven conditions, and the Energy Catalyst addition, Madison Avenue subdivision, and Spring Avenue project received final approvals or SEQRA declarations. A hearing for the Spring Avenue project was scheduled for April 21, 2026.

• Adopted January meeting minutes (5-0)
• Formed subcommittee to review zoning‑charter criteria (5-0)
• Approved Fourth Street 193‑unit multifamily project with conditions (5-0)
• Gave final approval to Energy Catalyst 10K‑sq‑ft addition (5-0)
• Gave final approval to Madison Avenue subdivision for 2 duplexes (5-0)
• Declared Spring Avenue project unlisted under SEQRA (5-0)
• Issued negative SEQRA declaration for Spring Avenue project (5-0)
• Scheduled hearing for Spring Avenue project on April 21, 2026 (5-0)

City Council

The council approved a six‑month moratorium on the development of battery energy storage systems after amending the ordinance for clearer terms. It also settled the Hassan Muradi small‑claims case, authorized an intermunicipal police tactical team agreement with the Town of Colonie, and proclaimed February 2026 as Black History Month. Additional actions included honoring Joseph “Joe” Fama, transferring general‑fund money, commemorating Ozzy Osbourne’s concert anniversary, and appointing Vince Pellicano as City Marshal.

• Ordinance imposing six‑month BESS moratorium passed 7‑0 (after amendment)
• Ordinance settling Hassan Muradi claim passed 7‑0
• Resolution authorizing police tactical team agreement with Town of Colonie passed 7‑0
• Resolution proclaiming February 2026 as Black History Month passed 7‑0 (after amendment)
• Resolution honoring Joseph “Joe” Fama passed 7‑0
• Ordinance transferring funds within 2026 General Fund passed 7‑0
• Resolution commemorating 30th anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne concert passed 7‑0
• Resolution appointing Vince Pellicano as City Marshal passed 7‑0

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will adopt the minutes from its January 7 meeting and consider two area variance requests. One request from RJ Valente Companies seeks setbacks and parking relief for a 193‑unit mixed‑use project at 15‑25 Fourth Street. The other request from Floyd Blake seeks lot‑width, side‑setback, and ground‑floor‑area relief for a subdivision at 1016 Madison Avenue.

• Adopt meeting minutes from January 7, 2026 by resolution
• Area variance (SEQRA Type 1) for 15‑25 Fourth St.: front setback 36”1’, relief of 26 ft 1‑in; parking setback 17 ft 3‑in, relief of 12 ft 9‑in
• Area variance (SEQRA Unlisted) for 1016 Madison Ave: lot width 35 ft, relief of 15 ft each; side setbacks 0 ft, relief of 10 ft each; ground‑floor area 657 sf, relief of 63 sf each (total 252 sf)

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved the January 7 meeting minutes and then granted several area variances for two development proposals: a 193‑unit mixed‑use project on Fourth Street and a subdivision for duplexes on Madison Avenue. All variance motions passed unanimously. The board adjourned the meeting.

• Approved January 7 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved front side setback variance (36'1") for 15‑25 Fourth St (5-0)
• Approved front side parking setback variance (17'3") for 15‑25 Fourth St (5-0)
• Approved lot‑width variance (35') for each lot at 1016 Madison Ave (5-0)
• Approved side‑setback variance (0') for each unit at 1016 Madison Ave (5-0)
• Approved ground‑floor area variance (657 sf) for each unit at 1016 Madison Ave (5-0)
• Adjourned the February 4 ZBA meeting (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review minutes from a January 20, 2026, public hearing and meeting. The body will also consider establishing five temporary Police Officer positions and reviewing a lateral transfer request from the Troy Police Department.

• Review minutes from January 20, 2026, Public Hearing
• Review minutes from January 20, 2026, Civil Service meeting
• Consider establishing five temporary Police Officer positions
• Review lateral transfer request from Troy Police Department

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved the minutes of the January 20, 2026 public hearing and civil service meeting. It voted to create five additional temporary police officer positions for the City of Troy. It also approved a lateral transfer of one police officer from the Village of Hoosick Falls. All votes were 2‑0 with one commissioner absent.

• Approved minutes of Jan 20, 2026 public hearing (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of Jan 20, 2026 civil service meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established five temporary police officer positions (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved lateral transfer of one police officer from Hoosick Falls (2-0, 1 absent)

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review case files involving excessive force and sexual assault allegations. The board will also discuss by-laws and an annual report.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of 25-35 Level III Excessive Force case
• Review of 25-37 Level IV Sexual Assault case
• Review of 25-38 Level IV Unlawful Search/Sexual Assault case
• Discussion of by-laws update and annual report

The board accepted the January 5, 2026 minutes unanimously. It exonerated officers in OPS 25‑35, OPS 25‑38, and OPS 25‑37, unanimously agreeing with the police department investigation findings. The board voted to keep the language in Article 3, Section 5 of the bylaws and to adopt the remaining proposed edits from corporation counsel, with a final approval vote slated for the March 2026 meeting.

• Accepted Jan 5 2026 minutes unanimously
• Exonerated officer in OPS 25‑35 (unanimous agreement with TPD findings)
• Exonerated officer in OPS 25‑38 (unanimous agreement with TPD findings)
• Exonerated officer in OPS 25‑37 (unanimous agreement with TPD findings)
• Agreed to retain Article 3, Section 5 language in bylaws
• Agreed to adopt corporation counsel’s proposed bylaw edits (except Article 3, Section 5)
• Planned vote to approve bylaws at March 2026 meeting

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider a six-month moratorium on battery energy storage systems, a settlement for a vehicle damage claim, and a budget transfer for council staff. The body will also authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Colonie for police tactical team services.

• Settlement of Hassan Muradi v. City of Troy for $2,200
• Six-month moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Budget transfer for City Council legislative staff
• Intermunicipal agreement with Town of Colonie for police tactical team services
• Proclamation of February 2026 as Black History Month

The council approved an intermunicipal agreement for police tactical team services with the Town of Colonie, setting the term for one year starting Jan. 1, 2026. It also adopted a settlement ordinance for the Hassan Muradi claim, a six‑month moratorium on battery energy storage systems with regular check‑ins, and transferred funds within the 2026 General Fund. Resolutions proclaiming February as Black History Month and commemorating Ozzy Osbourne’s 30th‑anniversary concert were also passed.

• Approved intermunicipal police tactical team agreement (amended to one‑year term) – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)
• Approved settlement ordinance for Hassan Muradi vs. City of Troy – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)
• Approved six‑month moratorium on battery energy storage systems with 2‑month progress check‑ins – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)
• Approved transfer of funds within the 2026 General Fund – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)
• Proclaimed February 2026 as Black History Month – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)
• Commemorated the 30th anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne’s concert in Troy – 6 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions, 1 absent (DiLorenzo)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the city's Civil Service Rules Appendices. The proposed changes would add titles to unclassified and non-competitive lists and expand participation in the NYS Civil Service HELPS program for library staff.

• Addition of Legislative Counsel titles to Appendix D
• Addition of Confidential Assistant titles to Appendix B
• Inclusion of library titles in the NYS Civil Service HELPS program
• Addition of Library Associate titles to Appendix B
• Addition of Public Information Officer titles to Appendix B

The commission read four amendment items to the Troy Civil Service Rules Appendices. No public comments were offered on any item. The hearing was closed at 9:43 a.m. with no approvals, denials, or other actions recorded.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site plans for a multi-family residential building and a geothermal heat pump facility expansion. The board will also consider a commercial use change for a fitness gym and a residential subdivision. Additionally, members will review proposed changes to the City Charter's zoning regulations.

• 15-25 Fourth Street: Proposed 193-unit multi-family residential building with first-floor parking
• 60 113th Street: Proposed 10,000 sq ft addition to a geothermal heat pump manufacturing facility
• 120 Hoosick St: Proposed change of 37,000 sq ft commercial space into a fitness gym
• 1016 Madison Avenue: Proposed subdivision of 2 parcels into 4 to build 2 duplexes
• 10 Spring Avenue: Proposed wood framed multi-use facility for professional offices and warehouse space

The Troy Planning Board adopted the December meeting minutes and postponed a charter zoning hearing to February 17, 2025. It issued a permanent Special Use Permit for Energy Catalyst and approved the fitness‑gym project at 120 Hoosick Street with conditions. Several SEQRA actions were taken, including negative declarations and scheduling hearings for February 17, 2026.

• Adopt December meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postpone charter zoning hearing to Feb 17, 2025 (5-0)
• Issue permanent Special Use Permit for Energy Catalyst (5-0)
• Approve with conditions fitness gym at 120 Hoosick St (4-0)
• Issue Negative Declaration for SEQRA on 15-25 Fourth St (5-0)
• Schedule hearing for Feb 17, 2026 for 15-25 Fourth St (5-0)
• Classify 1016 Madison Ave subdivision as Unlisted under SEQRA (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:41 PM (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review proposals to create a Legislative Counsel position for the City Council Unit and to amend civil service rules to add that title. It will also consider reclassifying a Senior Code Enforcement Officer, establishing a Confidential Assistant to the Superintendent, and adding several non‑competitive titles to Appendix B. Additional agenda items include reviewing competitive and promotional exam announcements for Building Maintenance Supervisor and Personnel Associate positions.

• Consider MSD-222 to establish one new Legislative Counsel position in the City Council Unit
• Consider amendment to Troy Civil Service Rules Appendix D to add Unclassified title: Legislative Counsels
• Consider MSD-222 to reclassify one Senior Code Enforcement Officer to Principal Code Inspector
• Consider MSD-222 to establish one Confidential Assistant to the Superintendent position
• Consider amendment to Appendix B to add multiple Non‑Competitive titles (Business Manager, Librarians, Library Director, Public Information Officer, Support Services Supervisor)

The commission approved the minutes from the December 23, 2025 meeting. It created a Legislative Counsel role for the City Council Unit and added the corresponding unclassified title to the civil service rules. Several new non‑competitive titles were added to Appendix B under the HELPS program, and a senior code inspector was reclassified. Multiple exam announcements for Building Maintenance Supervisor and Personnel Associate positions were also approved.

• Approved minutes of Dec 23, 2025 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established Legislative Counsel position (2-0, 1 absent)
• Amended Appendix D to add Unclassified title Legislative Counsels (2-0, 1 absent)
• Reclassified Senior Code Inspector to Principal Code Inspector (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established Confidential Assistant to the Superintendent position (2-0, 1 absent)
• Amended Appendix B to add HELPS non‑competitive titles (Business Manager, Librarians, Library Associates, etc.) (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Building Maintenance Supervisor, Exam #60053800 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Personnel Associate, Exam #60052240 (2-0, 1 absent)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board will consider a Project Authorizing Resolution that appoints First Columbia 433 River Street, LLC as its agent and authorizes lease, lease‑back, and payment‑in‑lie‑of‑tax agreements. The resolution also provides for financial assistance, including a proposed 10‑year PILOT extension with annual payments of $573,604.46 and projected tax savings. Additional agenda items include a public hearing on the project, the introduction of a new board member, and the appointment of IDA Financial Advisors – Storrs Associates.

• Project Authorizing Resolution appointing First Columbia 433 River Street, LLC as agent and authorizing lease, lease‑back, and PILOT agreements
• Proposed 10‑year PILOT extension with annual payments of $573,604.46 and total projected tax savings of $2,375,778.45
• Appointment of IDA Financial Advisors – Storrs Associates
• Consideration of a Vice Chair position
• Introduction of a new board member

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will review project updates for Proctors, Geothermal, and King Fuels. The body will also discuss small business grants and financial reports.

• Project updates on Proctors, Geothermal, and King Fuels
• Discussion of Small Business Grants
• Review of financials and budget
• Introduction of a new board member

City Council

The Troy City Council’s regular meeting on Jan 8, 2026 will address standard procedural matters. Items on the agenda are the pledge of allegiance, roll call, approval of minutes, presentation of agenda, and two public forum segments. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or hearings are listed.

• Pledge of Allegiance
• Roll Call
• Approval of Minutes
• Presentation of Agenda
• Public Forum (twice)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear requests for area and use variances. These include a proposal for a commercial building addition and a request to increase the number of residential units in a building.

• PLZBA 2025 0058: Energy Catalyst request for a 10,000 sq. ft. building addition at 60 113th St
• PLZBA 2025 0060: Waldo Evora request to convert a three-unit building to a seven-unit structure at 3004 6th Ave
• PLZBA 2025 0060: Request for relief of 116 sq. ft. regarding minimum gross-floor area per unit at 3004 6th Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance to increase building size and four separate setback variances for the Energy Catalyst project at 113th Street, each with a 4‑0 vote. The board also voted to table the 6th Avenue use variance request until the February meeting (5‑0) and then adjourned the session (5‑0). Administrative minutes were approved earlier in the meeting.

• Approved area variance to increase building area by 10,00 SF (4-0)
• Approved front setback variance of 136.5 ft (4-0)
• Approved side setbacks of 70.1 ft (south) and 95.5 ft (north) (4-0)
• Approved parking zone front setback variance of 13.5 ft (4-0)
• Approved ground‑floor transparency variance of 0% (4-0)
• Tabled 3004 6th Ave use variance until February meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The board unanimously accepted the December 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously voted to propose adding clearer orientation details for newly appointed members, to be completed before a non‑voting member becomes a voting member. The board unanimously agreed with the findings that exonerated the officer in OPS 25‑30. Nominations were made for Chairman, Vice Chair and Secretary, with the positions to be filled at the February meeting.

• Accepted December 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Proposed adding clarification to new‑member orientation (unanimous)
• Exonerated officer in OPS 25‑30 and agreed with findings (unanimous)
• Nominated new Chairman, Vice Chair and Secretary; appointments to begin Feb meeting

City Council

The Troy City Council will vote to authorize the mayor to enter contracts with Phil’s Automotive, Von’s Airline Service Station, Inc., and Essentials Towing & Recovery for vehicle towing and storage services. The existing towing contracts expire at the end of 2025, and an RFP was issued on November 20, 2025, with proposals reviewed by December 22, 2025. The contracts will cover citywide towing, with specific service zones north and south of Hoosick Street and emergency coverage. The contract term is three years with options to renew up to two additional one‑year periods.

• Authorization for mayor to contract with Phil’s Automotive, Von’s Airline Service Station, Inc., and Essentials Towing & Recovery
• Contracts cover vehicle towing and storage services citywide
• Contract term: three years with option to renew two additional one‑year periods
• Service zones: north of Hoosick Street – Phil’s Automotive; south of Hoosick Street – Von’s Airline Service Station; emergencies – Essentials Towing & Recovery
• No dollar amounts specified in the agenda

The Troy City Council held its organizational meeting and unanimously approved a series of appointments and procedural resolutions. Highlights include the appointment of Addie K. Thompson as City Clerk, Jeffrey Nesich as City Auditor, and three new City Marshals. The council tabled the appointment of Legislative Counsel Ian Silverman, and approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to contract vehicle towing services.

• Resolution authorizing the mayor to contract vehicle towing and storage services (amended) passed 7-0
• Resolution fixing the form and amount of the bond for city officials passed 7-0
• Resolution appointing Addie K. Thompson as City Clerk and setting salary passed 7-0
• Resolution appointing Jeffrey Nesich as City Auditor and setting salary passed 7-0
• Resolution appointing Jessica Calaro, Jamie Magur, and John Ashley as City Marshals (spelling amendment) passed 7-0
• Resolution appointing Ian Silverman as Legislative Counsel was tabled 7-0
• Resolution confirming appointments to the Troy Industrial Development Authority passed 6-0 with 1 abstention
• Resolution approving appointment of Noreen McKee to the Troy Local Development Corporation passed 6-0 with 1 abstention