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Town of Southeast, N.Y. Town Board Meeting July 23, 2026
Published: Jul 23, 2026
Town Maintains Sound Financial Standing, Approves Budget Transfers and Tax Assessment Adjustments
The town board discussed budget transfers and accepted them as submitted, with one member voting no. The supervisor's report indicated that the town remains in sound financial condition despite challenges with overtime, particularly due to historical snowfall. Funds and reserves were sufficient to cover these expenditures. The report also highlighted the excellent condition of Lake Tanetta, with its beach remaining open after a brief algae bloom, and announced the next e-waste recycling day for September 5th, followed by fireworks on September 6th. The highway department's pavement work on Brewster Heights was also commended. Additionally, a resolution was passed to adjust base proportions for real property tax assessment purposes, authorizing the town clerk to sign the necessary form for the office of real property services. Another resolution approved the cancellation of a performance bond for the BS Cloverleaf project, requiring the applicant to file landscape maintenance and storm water maintenance bonds.
Cultural Arts Coalition One-Day Liquor License Approved; Town Addresses Water Testing Communication and Canvassing Concerns
The town board addressed the Cultural Arts Coalition's request for a one-day liquor license for events at the Old Town Hall Theater. The board expressed a desire to sign a landlord authorization form to allow the coalition to apply for permits from the state Liquor Authority. Concerns were raised about the precedent of selling alcohol on town property, but it was clarified that this specific instance would be for a tenant with a lease, distinguishing it from other town-owned facilities like Lake View Manor. The board agreed to authorize the supervisor to sign the landlord authorization form, subject to Will's review of the language. Additionally, the board discussed potential issues with ICE tactics and 'do not knock' laws in relation to VRI's water testing, agreeing to coordinate public notifications to ensure residents are aware and feel safe during water sample collection. A resident also raised concerns about political canvassing and the need to inform residents of their rights.
Bond Release for Cloverleaf Project, Argon Road Property Under Review, Ag District Concerns Remain
The board discussed the Voltz Cloverleaf project, including the release of a performance bond and the establishment of maintenance bonds. The town clerk is directed to cancel and return the performance security for the BS Cloverleaf project, amounting to $262,300, upon the applicant filing landscape maintenance and storm water maintenance bonds. The Argon Road property, formerly the OTB building, is being considered for sale or easement to the new owner, Wilkins, who intends to use it as a showroom. Complications arise from the property's history as a town road and potential boundary issues. The town is exploring options similar to the glass building arrangement, where a company uses town property for parking under an easement. A discussion also occurred regarding agricultural district applications and their potential impact on the town's ability to enforce local laws, with the town expressing a desire for clearer communication from the Ag board. Finally, a public hearing was scheduled for August 20th, 2026, regarding the Verizon franchise agreement.
Town Supports Cultural Arts Grant Application for Old Town Hall Improvements; Authorizes Springhouse Water Project Grant Application
The board approved a resolution supporting the Town of Southeast Cultural Arts Coalition's application for a New York Main Street Downtown Anchor Project grant to improve the Old Town Hall building at 67 Main Street. The town, as the owner of the building, endorses the application for grant assistance in restoring and improving the property. Separately, the town authorized the supervisor or designee to execute and submit documents for a grant application to the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation for the Springhouse Water District Improvement Project through the WIA program.
Town Board Sets Meeting Schedule, Addresses Ag District Concerns, and Authorizes Special Event Permit
The board discussed the process for setting meeting and public hearing dates. All meetings will be held at 1360 Route 22 Brewster, NY at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For the next month, meetings are scheduled for Thursday, August 6th and Thursday, August 20th. The board also moved to wave the reading of correspondence and budget transfers, with one member dissenting on the budget transfers. The board also discussed potential issues with agricultural districts limiting code enforcement and agreed to continue inviting the agricultural district board to discuss these concerns. Finally, the board authorized the supervisor to sign a special event permit application for the Culture Arts Coalition at 67 Main Street, subject to Will's approval of the language.
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