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Joint Town & Village Board Meeting June 29, 2026
Published: Jun 29, 2026
Fourth of July Events Contingent on Weather; Updates to Be Provided
The upcoming Fourth of July events are being monitored due to high temperatures. While most events are expected to proceed, some, like the youth baseball classics, have been cancelled. Updates on event status will be posted on social media and the town page. Hydration stations will be available, and pool hours may be extended. The fire department's tug-of-war and bed races are being assessed for feasibility [cite: 2703-2821].
Inquiry into Neighboring Towns' Sanitation Delinquency Policies
A resident asked about how neighboring towns handle sanitation delinquencies, specifically if services can be revoked until fines are paid. The possibility of implementing stricter measures for overdue sanitation payments was raised [cite: 2229-2242].
Resident Details Devastating Flooding Impact, Urges Water Management Solutions
A resident shared personal experiences of severe flooding on Mountain Avenue, detailing significant property damage and financial losses. They urged for solutions like retention ponds to manage water runoff, acknowledging the formation of new streams after recent storms [cite: 1891-2025].
Urgent Need to Address Vacant School Building and Village Disarray Highlighted
A resident expressed concern about the disarray of Main Street and the village, attributing it partly to an influx of properties coming off tax rolls. They emphasized the importance of addressing the vacant old elementary school building on Avenue, calling it an 'albatross' that needs to be removed, believing the school board can make this decision. The community's vote will ultimately decide the building's fate [cite: 2627-2658].
Village Acquires Vacuum Truck with Grant Funding to Improve Service Efficiency
The village is purchasing a $519,000 vacuum truck, funded by a $400,000 grant and a $119,000 village contribution. This aims to reduce reliance on expensive external services and improve efficiency for tasks like water line replacement. The truck includes advanced features, and the DPW crew will receive training [cite: 1115-1164].
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