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Veterans Park Soccer Field Improvement Project Declared Type Two Action for SEQR Review
Resolution 2627-17, a consent resolution, was approved to declare the improvement project of the soccer field at Veterans Park a type two action for SEQR review purposes. The city has applied for a New York Kicks grant to fund the upgrading and replacing of the existing soccer field, which is considered routine maintenance and repair consistent with the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) regulations.
City to Utilize Interfund Loans for Upfront Project Funding and Reimbursement
The council discussed Resolution 2627-13, authorizing interfund loans for the CHIPS program (more accurately, the 'air fun program' likely referring to a road program). This resolution allows the city to provide upfront funding for projects that will later be reimbursed by grants. While it is a higher interest loan, reimbursements are typically quick, minimizing the outstanding period. This practice was also followed in the previous year.
Residents Challenge Legality of Vacant Building and Property Registration Ordinances
During the public comment period, a resident, Trista Monroe, a lawyer, and another resident spoke out against two ordinances passed in November (Chapters 156 and 226) concerning vacant building registration and corporate/LLC property registration. They argued that these ordinances are illegal under New York law because they involve an unauthorized third-party collection agency (MUN.reg) and lack enabling legislation for relevying fees onto taxes. They cited a previous lawsuit against the city (Bel Telephone vs. City of Amsterdam) regarding similar fee collection practices and urged the council to rescind the ordinances to avoid potential lawsuits and financial repercussions.
Preliminary 2025-2026 Fiscal Year-End Report Shows Mixed Fund Balances
The Controller's report, presented as preliminary year-end results for 2025-2026, indicates that activity is still being posted, with revenue and expenditures ongoing. The report provides a current status snapshot, though final figures will be available closer to September. Notably, contingencies were drained in two funds, while three funds ended the year with substantial amounts remaining.
City and Town of Amsterdam Finalize 10-Year Sewer Service Agreement
The city council discussed and approved a 10-year intermunicipal agreement (IMA) for sewer services between the city of Amsterdam and the town of Amsterdam. The agreement includes a two-year review process, an automatic renewal after 10 years, updated cost structures (1.5 times the city's rate), provisions for maintenance, and an increase in the daily wastewater limit from 500,000 gallons to 750,000 gallons. It also addresses wet weather spikes and requires the town to create a new sewer district to capture all connected residents not currently in a district. Billing will be handled by the city for town residents.
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