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Published: Jul 21, 2026
Council Approves Land Development Plan for 112 North Cortland Building Expansion
The council considered and approved a land development plan for MP 112 North Cortland LSLLC, which involves expanding and renovating the existing RKRS building at 112 North Cortland. The plan includes maintaining two floors for commercial use and adding two floors for 12 residential apartments. The project also includes a conditional use application due to its size. Several waivers were approved, including allowing a preliminary and final submission concurrently and a waiver from section 140-9.A. The council also approved a stormwater management agreement and a land development agreement for necessary water, sewer, and fire lateral improvements. The resolution of approval included numerous conditions, such as revising plans according to review letters, incorporating fire safety equipment, demonstrating adequate fire flow, and adhering to previously approved easement agreements with AutoZone. The project received conditional use approval on June 15, 2026, with 20 conditions.
Police Department Faces Staffing Shortage, Explores New Technology for Traffic Enforcement
The police department is experiencing staffing shortages, with only five officers currently serving. Applications for five positions close on August 6th, and the department hopes to hire at least five qualified candidates. The Chief is exploring technology to improve speed studies, including web-based applications for real-time data analysis. A resident expressed significant concerns about speeding on East Broad Street and Washington Street, highlighting safety issues. The Chief acknowledged these concerns and is investigating them. Recruitment is challenging due to competition from higher-paying departments and societal perceptions influenced by social media.
Borough Faces $70,000 Annual Cost for Credit Card Payments; Fee Implementation Considered
The council discussed the significant cost to the borough for allowing credit card payments for water and sewer bills, estimated at $70,000 annually. Councilmember Jerry suggested that this cost effectively subsidizes users who accumulate points for travel. She proposed that the borough should either stop accepting credit cards, implement a processing fee to cover the costs, or have the third-party processor pass on the charges. The manager agreed to explore options, including a fee schedule, and will present a proposal at the August meeting. Currently, electronic payments are accepted for all borough bills.
Council Advances Amendments to Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance for Public Utilities
The council discussed proposed amendments to Chapter 82 of the flood damage prevention ordinance. These amendments aim to address inconsistencies regarding public utilities in floodplains and floodways. The proposed changes will authorize actions related to public utilities within these areas, aligning with existing design criteria. The ZAP committee recommended approval, and the Monroe County Conservation District had no comments. The council authorized the borough manager to finalize the amendments, forward them to the Planning Commission and County Planning Commission for input, and then advertise for a public hearing on October 6, 2026, to consider the amendments.
Rental Registration Process Under Review; Concerns Raised About Blighted Property at 81 North Cortland
During the manager's report, a discussion occurred regarding the implementation of a 2027 rental registration process. A town hall meeting is scheduled for Friday at 2 PM via WebEx to allow the public to ask questions about this process. Additionally, council member Jerry brought up concerns about the condition of the property at 81 North Cortland Street, describing the grass and garbage as 'disastrous' and noting the property has numerous past citations. The manager acknowledged this is a known issue and is being addressed with multiple citations and potentially court-ordered confinement.
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