Development News for New Windsor, New York

Town Board Proposes Rezoning Parcel from Residential to Commercial

The Town Board introduced a local law to amend Chapter 300 of the Town Code (Zoning Code) concerning a parcel of land identified as Section 6, Block 1, Lot 25. The zoning for this parcel is proposed to change from Suburban Residential R4 to Highway Commercial HC, and the zoning map will be amended accordingly. This proposed change will be forwarded for review to the Orange County Department of Planning, the Town of New Windsor Planning Board, and other required parties. The action was declared unlisted under SEQRA, and the town declared itself lead agency. A public hearing is scheduled for July 1st, 2026.

Town Board Reviews Departmental Reports, Discusses Community Events and Property Maintenance

The Town Board received and filed the monthly reports for April 2026 from various departments, including Justice Calderan, Justice Lincoln, Police, Building, Recreation, Tax Receiver, Utility, Town Clerk, and Emergency Medical services. The board also discussed a patriotic home decorating contest being organized by the Town Clerk's office and Receiver of Taxes Susan Shel, with information available on the town website. The Supervisor noted that his office has no information on this contest. Finally, the Supervisor mentioned his ongoing property maintenance checks and upcoming Memorial Day parade and service details.

Town Board Approves CDBG Application for Morasco Center Improvements

The Town Board of New Windsor held a public hearing to discuss the FY 2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, commonly known as CDBG. The purpose of the hearing was to inform residents about the opportunity to apply for these funds, review community development needs, and gather citizen input. The town plans to apply for funding to make improvements to the Morasco Center, including upgrades to the kitchen, a generator, and sewer lateral repairs. The maximum award for this grant is $275,000, an increase from the previous year. The town board subsequently voted to approve the submission of the application for this project.

Town Authorizes Mobile Food Vendor Permit, Receives Agreements for Police Services and IT Cooperation

The Town Board authorized a solicitor permit for Nicholas D. Mito, DBA Nicks Hot Dogs and Nicks Hot Dogs Number Two, to operate a mobile food service selling hot dogs, snacks, and beverages. The permit is to be obtained from the town clerk. The supervisor noted that Nick is a veteran and receives a veteran exemption. Additionally, the board received and filed an assistance agreement between the town and Bantto Hospitality LLC, dated April 10th, 2026, for payments to offset anticipated impacts on police services related to a proposed hotel on Route 300. This agreement was filed with the Orange County Clerk. The board also received and filed an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Cornwall for the transfer of two used taser devices, and an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Minisink for cooperative information technology services.