Cohoes, NY

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics is holding its monthly meeting to accept minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting, elect a secretary, and discuss a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Acceptance of minutes from April 15, 2026 meeting
• Election of Secretary
• Discussion regarding FOIL Request

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will hold its monthly meeting on August 27, 2026. The agenda includes reviewing the minutes from the July 28, 2026 meeting and discussing residence requirements for the Firefighter Exam. No other specific business items are listed.

• Discussion of residence requirements for Firefighter Exam

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to approve minutes from the July 28 meeting, amend the 2026 annual budget, and approve a change order for the Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility and SRTS Enhancements Project with New Castle Paving, LLC. These are the main items on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 26: amend the annual budget for fiscal year 2026
• Resolution No. 27: approve a change order for the Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility and SRTS Enhancements Project with New Castle Paving, LLC
• Approve minutes of the July 28, 2026 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The main item is a discussion of residence requirements for the Firefighter Exam, alongside a review of the previous meeting's minutes and new business.

• Discussion of residence requirements for Firefighter Exam
• Review of minutes from the 7/28/26 monthly meeting

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to consider several traffic-related items, including approving previous meeting minutes, removing parking signs, a street closure for a food festival, and installing time-limited parking signs. The most consequential item is the proposed closure of Remsen Street for the 16th Annual Mac N Cheese Bowl.

• Approval of July 27, 2026 meeting minutes
• Removal of two No Parking Any Time signs on Miller Avenue between Middle Street and North Third Street, and adjacent to #11 Middle Street
• Street closure and parking prohibition on Remsen Street from Columbia Street to Ontario Street, plus Howard, White, and Newcomb Streets, on October 17, 2026, 7 AM to 5 PM, for the Mac N Cheese Bowl
• Installation of 90 Minute Parking signs (Mon-Sat, 8 AM-5 PM) in front of 75 Jackson Avenue

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to receive and open bids for the Phase II City Hall Window Replacement Project and to consider accepting a bid from Keller & Sons for replacing fuel tanks at the DPW Garage. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Receive and open bids for Phase II City Hall Window Replacement Project
• Request to accept bid from Keller & Sons to replace fuel tanks at DPW Garage

The Board of Managers opened bids for Phase II of the City Hall Window Replacement Project and received two bids, with Time Key Glazing LLC submitting the lowest total at $2,417,786.00. The board accepted a bid from Keller & Sons to replace fuel tanks at the DPW Garage, declared an emergency removal and replacement, at an estimated cost of $283,500.00. A change order for the Columbia Street Reconstruction Project was also accepted, adding $61,000.00 in overages. All motions passed unanimously.

• Opened bids for City Hall Window Replacement Phase II: Bunkoff $2,474,000, Time Key Glazing $2,417,786
• Accepted Keller & Sons bid for DPW fuel tank replacement (emergency) - $283,500
• Accepted change order for Columbia Street Reconstruction - $61,000 overage

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider several property changes in the city's historic district. The board will vote on approving the July meeting minutes, a door and window replacement at 10 Garner Street, and window signs at two Remsen Street properties. Public comments can be submitted in advance by email or mail.

• Consideration of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Door and window replacement at 10 Garner Street
• Window sign at 88 Remsen St.
• Window sign at 94 Remsen St AKA 301 Ontario St

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss three items: reducing minimum lot requirements for residential properties, exempting the Cohoes Housing Authority from Residential Occupancy Permits, and a change order for the Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility and SRTS Enhancements Project. These are discussions only, not final decisions.

• Discussion on reducing minimum lot requirements for residential properties
• Discussion on exemption for Cohoes Housing Authority from Residential Occupancy Permits (ROPs)
• Discussion on change order for Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility and SRTS Enhancements Project

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting to consider several applications, including change-of-use/new tenant requests for 301 Ontario St (AKA 94 Remsen), 88 Remsen St, and 25 White Street, a site plan review for 115 Mohawk St, a subdivision and two special use permits for vacant land on Rensselaer Avenue, and approval of the July 13, 2026 meeting minutes. Public comments are accepted until 3 pm on the meeting date.

• Change of Use/New Tenant application for 301 Ontario St AKA 94 Remsen
• Change of Use/New Tenant application for 88 Remsen St
• Site Plan Review for 115 Mohawk St
• Subdivision for vacant land on Rensselaer Avenue
• Special Use Permits (two) for vacant land on Rensselaer Avenue

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a change of use for a trading card shop at 301 Ontario Street, tabled a similar application for 88 Remsen Street due to the applicant's absence, approved a site plan for a coffee shop and two residential units at 115 Mohawk Street, approved a subdivision and two special use permits for two-family dwellings on Rensselaer Avenue, and approved extended hours for Flavorful Vibz restaurant. All votes were unanimous among the three members present.

• Approved change of use for trading card shop at 301 Ontario St (3-0)
• Tabled change of use application for 88 Remsen St (3-0)
• Approved site plan for coffee shop and 2 apartments at 115 Mohawk St (3-0)
• Approved subdivision of vacant land on Rensselaer Ave into 2 lots (3-0)
• Approved special use permit for two-family dwelling on Rensselaer Ave (3-0)
• Approved second special use permit for another two-family dwelling on Rensselaer Ave (3-0)
• Approved extended hours for Flavorful Vibz restaurant at 25 White St (3-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will consider declaring no municipal purpose for several city-owned parcels, approve a change order for the Columbia Street Reconstruction Project, and discuss issuing an RFP for public art project administration. These are the main items on the agenda for the August 7, 2026 meeting.

• Approve change order for Columbia Street Reconstruction Project
• Declare no municipal purpose for 10 Lancaster Street (parcel # 10.67-1-71, 0.25 acres)
• Declare no municipal purpose for parcels # 10.67-6-15, # 10.67-6-16, # 10.67-6-17, # 10.67-6-5 (total 0.09 acres)
• Declare no municipal purpose for portion of parcel # 10.6-3-31 west of Berkley Avenue
• Issue RFP for Public Art Project Administration for Downtown Revitalization Initiative

The Board of Managers approved a $132,000 change order for the Columbia Street Reconstruction Project, declared no municipal purpose for several parcels, and authorized an RFP for Public Art Project Administration. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $132,000 change order for Columbia Street Reconstruction Project
• Declared no municipal purpose for 10 Lancaster Street parcel #10.67-1-71 (0.25 acres)
• Declared no municipal purpose for parcels #10.67-6-15, #10.67-6-16, #10.67-6-17, #10.67-6-5 (0.09 acres total)
• Declared no municipal purpose for portion of parcel #10.6-3-31 west of Berkely Avenue
• Declared no municipal purpose for parcel #5.19-1-39.1
• Authorized issuance of RFP for Public Art Project Administration for Downtown Revitalization Initiative

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will meet to review previous minutes and certify results for a specific police officer examination.

• Certification of Exam Results – Police Officer exam # 60056170

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting and certified the results for Police Officer Exam #60056170. The board also discussed updating the residence requirement for the upcoming Fire Fighter exam.

• Approved June 22, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Certified Police Officer Exam #60056170 results

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will meet to consider three new ordinances. These include updates to stop work orders, city fees, and regulations regarding grass and weeds.

• Ordinance No. 14: Amending Section 152-8 regarding Stop Work Orders
• Ordinance No. 15: Amending Chapter A290 regarding Fees
• Ordinance No. 16: Adding Chapter 165 regarding Grass and Weeds

The Common Council approved updates to stop work orders and city fees. A proposed ordinance regarding grass and weeds was tabled after residents argued the language was too broad. The Council also approved a change order for the Columbia Street pedestrian project.

• Approved Ordinance No. 14 regarding Stop Work Orders (All AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 15 regarding Fees (All AYE)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 16 regarding Grass and Weeds (All AYE)
• Approved Resolution No. 25 for Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility change order (All AYE)
• Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve June meeting minutes, re-install two Residential Handicap Parking signs, remove No Parking signs on Jackson Avenue and east of Continental Avenue, relocate No Parking signs at 17 Orchard Street, and discuss additional pavement markings on Columbia Street.

• Re-installation of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 191 Congress Street
• Re-installation of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 42 McElwain Avenue
• Removal of No Parking signs on Jackson Avenue and east of Continental Avenue
• Relocation of No Parking signs in front of 17 Orchard Street
• Consideration of additional pavement markings on south side of Columbia Street between James Street and Central Avenue

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to review a request from Sharon Butler. The discussion concerns a change order for construction inspections and oversight provided by Creighton Manning for the Columbia Street project.

• Change order for construction inspections and oversight by Creighton Manning on the Columbia Street project

The Board of Managers approved a change order for construction inspections and oversight provided by Creighton Manning for the Columbia Street Project.

• Approved Change Order for Creighton Manning construction inspections and oversight on Columbia Street Project

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet on July 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. to consider three property changes: a sign replacement at 8 Garner Street, exterior finishes for the Stewarts at 342 N. Mohawk St, and exterior ramp and stair construction at 115 Mohawk St. The board will also consider minutes from its January 20, 2026 meeting. Public comments may be submitted by email or in writing before 3 p.m. on the meeting day.

• Sign replacement at 8 Garner Street
• Exterior finishes for 342 N. Mohawk St (Stewarts)
• Exterior ramp and stairs construction at 115 Mohawk St
• Consideration of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes

The board approved exterior materials and colors for the new Stewarts shop at 342 N. Mohawk Street, with a caveat that many aspects of the project were not reviewed by the board. It tabled a sign replacement application for 8 Garner Street because the proposed internally illuminated sign was not preferred in the Historic District. It also approved an ADA ramp at 115 Mohawk Street with conditions that any material, color, or signage changes require re-review.

• Approved exterior materials/colors for Stewarts shop at 342 N. Mohawk Street (4-0)
• Tabled sign replacement at 8 Garner Street pending external illumination proposal (4-0)
• Approved ADA ramp at 115 Mohawk Street with conditions (4-0)
• Approved January 20, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council approved a $6.5 million bond ordinance to fund capital improvements at City Hall and the Saratoga Street Culvert. The meeting also included a workshop to discuss changes to city codes regarding permit fees and property sales.

• Ordinance No. 12: $6,500,000 bond for City Hall and Saratoga Street Culvert improvements
• Ordinance No. 13: $4,000,000 bond for Columbia Street Improvements Project
• Workshop: Discussion on changes to permit renewal costs
• Workshop: Discussion on Stop Work Order fees
• Workshop: Discussion on reduction of minimum lot area for residential properties

The Common Council approved two bond ordinances: one for $6.5 million for various capital improvements to city facilities, and another for $4 million for the Columbia Street improvements project. Both passed unanimously. A resolution appointing a member to the Industrial Development Agency was also approved. Public comment included concerns about grass maintenance on Columbia Street and a request to table the bond, which was not taken up.

• Approved $6.5M bond ordinance for capital improvements to city facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $4M bond ordinance for Columbia Street improvements project (unanimous)
• Approved resolution appointing member to Industrial Development Agency (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will review and vote on final site plans for two development projects: one at Champlain and South Street, and another at 196 Saratoga Street. The board will also consider a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Preliminary Site Plan Review for 620 Saratoga Street. Minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting will be approved, and other planning business may be discussed.

• Final Site Plan for Champlain/South Street
• Final Site Plan for 196 Saratoga St
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for 620 Saratoga St (Saratoga Sites)
• Preliminary Site Plan Review for 620 Saratoga St (Saratoga Sites)
• Approval of June 8, 2026 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board approved final site plans for the Saratoga/Champlain/South Street parking lot and 196 Saratoga Street, both with solar lighting details. A change of use application for Clean as a Whisker LLC at 204 Remsen St was approved. The board also issued a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approved the final site plan for the 620 Saratoga Street flex-space project, with conditions including dust control during demolition and excavation.

• Approved final site plan for Saratoga/Champlain/South Street parking lot (4-0)
• Approved final site plan for 196 Saratoga Street (4-0)
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for Clean as a Whisker LLC at 204 Remsen St (4-0)
• Approved Mitigated Negative Declaration for 620 Saratoga Street with dust control conditions (4-0)
• Approved final site plan for 620 Saratoga Street flex-space project (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 8, 2026 meeting (4-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will meet to review bids for a property adjacent to 16 and 18 First Street. The board will also consider a change order for repairs at the Music Hall.

• Bids for property adjacent to 16 and 18 First Street
• Change order for gutter brackets, chimney reinforcement, and chimney rebuild at the Music Hall

The Cohoes Board of Managers received two bids for property adjacent to 16 and 18 First Street but did not record an award decision in these minutes. The board approved a change order to fund gutter bracket installation, chimney reinforcement, and a chimney rebuild at the Music Hall. The meeting concluded shortly after without further action.

• Approved a change order for additional gutter brackets, chimney reinforcement, and a chimney rebuild at the Music Hall

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three requests for area variances. These requests involve building a home on Miller Ave, adding a garage on Jefferson Avenue, and subdividing land on Rensselaer Ave.

• Miller Ave: Gary Ethier seeking 5,000 sq ft area variance to build a single family home
• 54 Jefferson Avenue: Timothy Fredette seeking 5 foot relief for a new garage
• Rensselaer Ave: Carl Godfrey Remodel for Brady Palladino seeking 1,000 sq ft relief to subdivide land into two lots

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals tabled an area variance request for a 5,000 sq ft lot on Miller Avenue, where the applicant sought to build a single-family home but needed relief from the R-1 district's 10,000 sq ft minimum lot size and 70 ft width requirement. The board also voted to ask the Common Council to review the R-1 lot size requirements. A separate variance for a garage at 54 Jefferson Avenue was tabled to allow the applicant to reduce the garage width and avoid the need for relief. The board approved a variance for two lots on Rensselaer Avenue, conditioned on both lots being 7,000 sq ft and adding parking for existing buildings, and extended a use variance for 86-87 Hawthorne Street to March 2027.

• Tabled area variance for Miller Avenue single-family home (5-0)
• Approved motion for Common Council review of R-1 lot size requirements (5-0)
• Tabled area variance for 54 Jefferson Avenue garage to allow applicant to reduce width (5-0)
• Approved area variance for Rensselaer Avenue subdivision with both lots at 7,000 sq ft (5-0)
• Extended use variance for 86-87 Hawthorne Street to March 2027 (5-0)
• Approved May 27, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will consider several items, including an amendment to the code on public nuisance buildings, a bond ordinance to fund a water‑treatment improvements project up to $3,500,000, and resolutions to adjust the FY 2026 budget, contract city‑hall HVAC services, modify a water‑filtration plant engineering contract, and approve a transportation federal‑aid project.

• Ordinance No. 10 – amend Section 122‑2 on public nuisance buildings
• Ordinance No. 11 – authorize up to $3,500,000 in serial bonds for water‑treatment improvements
• Resolution No. 19 – amend the FY 2026 annual budget
• Resolution No. 20 – allow mayor to contract C.T. Male Associates for City Hall HVAC evaluation
• Resolution No. 23 – fund 100% of eligible costs for a transportation federal‑aid project

The Common Council approved a $3.5 million bond ordinance to fund water treatment improvements, addressing a Department of Health notice of violation. It also passed an ordinance amending the public nuisance buildings code, a budget amendment, and several resolutions including an HVAC design contract and a change order for engineering services. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance No. 10 amending Section 122-2 of the City Code regarding Public Nuisance Buildings.
• Approved Ordinance No. 11 authorizing $3.5 million in serial bonds for the water treatment improvements project.
• Approved Resolution No. 19 amending the fiscal year 2026 annual budget.
• Approved Resolution No. 20 authorizing a contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall HVAC evaluation and design services.
• Approved Resolution No. 21 authorizing a change order with LaBella Associates for engineering services at the Water Filtration Plant.
• Approved Resolution No. 22 determining a Type II Action under SEQRA for the water treatment improvements project.
• Approved Resolution No. 23 authorizing implementation and funding of a transportation federal-aid project.
• Approved the minutes of the May 26, 2026 meeting.

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Traffic Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review requests for the renewal and removal of various residential handicap parking signs.

• Yearly renewal of residential handicap parking signs
• Removal of residential handicap parking signs

The Traffic Commission approved annual re-applications for existing residential handicap parking signs. The commission also approved the removal of handicap parking signs for four individuals who did not complete the re-application process.

• Approved annual re-applications for existing residential handicap parking signs (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of residential handicap parking signs for four individuals listed on Attachment B (Unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will review meeting minutes and consider approving two new job titles: Assistant Director of Facilities and Senior Cleaner (School District).

• Review of minutes from May 28, 2026
• Approval of Assistant Director of Facilities title
• Approval of Senior Cleaner (School District) title

The Commission approved the competitive position for Assistant Director of Facilities. This title is associated with the annual Building and Grounds Maintenance exam.

• Approved May 28, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Director of Facilities competitive position (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will consider approving a change order to the existing contract with LaBella Associates so the firm can complete engineering and application documents for a WIIA grant. The Board will also consider approving a contractual agreement with CT Male to develop design drawings and specifications for a new heating system at City Hall, including assistance with bidding and bid review but not construction oversight.

• Approve change order to LaBella Associates contract for engineering documents and WIIA grant application
• Approve contract with CT Male for design drawings, specifications, and bid assistance for a new City Hall heating system (no construction oversight)

The Board of Managers approved a change order for LaBella Associates to finalize engineering documents for WIIA grant funding. They also approved a contract for CT Male to provide design drawings, specifications, and bidding assistance for a new City Hall heating system.

• Approved $68,500.00 change order for LaBella Associates to finalize engineering and grant documents
• Approved $200,000.00 contract for CT Male for City Hall heating system design and bidding assistance

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider the minutes from its April 12 and May 11 meetings. It will also review a final site plan for Champlain/South Street, a final site plan for 196 Saratoga Street, and a site plan review for 87 Vliet Street. The meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers at 97 Mohawk Street.

• Consideration of April 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Consideration of May 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Consideration of a Final Site Plan for Champlain/South Street
• Consideration of a Final Site Plan for 196 Saratoga Street
• Consideration of a Site Plan Review for 87 Vliet Street

The Planning Board tabled site plan reviews for properties on Saratoga, Champlain, and South Streets pending more detail on light pole materials and fencing. The board also held a preliminary review for a density increase at 87 Vliet Street.

• Approved April 12, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Saratoga/Champlain/South Street site plan for more lighting and fencing details
• Tabled 196 Saratoga Street site plan for more lighting and fencing details

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers met to approve budget transfers for the year 2026. No other business was conducted before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved Budget Transfers for 2026

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting to review minutes from April 30, 2026, and discuss upcoming examinations. The body will address exams for Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain, and Police Sergeant.

• Review of April 30, 2026 meeting minutes
• Upcoming Fire Lieutenant exam
• Upcoming Fire Captain exam
• Upcoming Police Sergeant exam

The Civil Service Commission approved the May 30, 2026 meeting minutes and the non‑competitive Senior Cleaner position for the school district, both by unanimous vote. A motion was made to seek pending approval of the competitive Assistant Director of Facilities position, pending a response from the state Civil Service. The commission noted upcoming police and fire exams and the extension of the NY HELPS program through June 2028 before adjourning.

• Approved May 30, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved non‑competitive Senior Cleaner position for School District (unanimous)
• Motion for pending approval of Assistant Director of Facilities competitive position (awaiting state Civil Service response)
• Noted upcoming Police Sergeant, Fire Lieutenant, and Fire Captain exams
• Recorded NY HELPS Program extension through June 2028
• Adjourned meeting (procedural)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review two area variance requests. Decisions will be made regarding property subdivision for new housing and the construction of a residential pool deck.

• Rensselaer Avenue: Request for 1,000 sq. ft. area variance to subdivide vacant land for two 2-family homes
• 90 Linda Avenue: Request for 3 feet of relief to construct a pool deck
• Review of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

The board accepted the May 6 minutes unanimously. A variance request for a vacant R‑2 lot on Rensselaer Avenue was presented and public comments were heard, but no vote or decision on the request was recorded.

• Accepted May 6 minutes (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will vote on three resolutions: funding a transportation project with 100% of eligible federal and State Marchiselli aid, extending a contract with NorDutch Technologies for the city’s computer system, and authorizing the Mayor to sign a contract for the Empire State Trail/Delaware Ave Bike‑Hike Trail Project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the March 24 and April 14, 2026 sessions and an executive session for IDA interviews.

• Resolution No. 16 – authorize implementation and full funding (100% of eligible federal‑aid and State "Marchiselli" program costs) for a transportation federal‑aid project, appropriating funds.
• Resolution No. 17 – approve extension of the contract with NorDutch Technologies, Inc. for the city’s computer system.
• Resolution No. 18 – authorize the Mayor to execute a contract for the Empire State Trail / Delaware Ave Bike‑Hike Trail Project.
• Approve minutes of the March 24 and April 14, 2026 council meetings.
• Executive session – IDA interviews.

The Common Council voted to adopt Resolution 16, authorizing funding for a federal‑aid transportation project. It also approved Resolution 17 to engage Nordutch Technologies for city computer system upgrades and Resolution 18 to award Maple Ridge Civil the contract for the Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail rehabilitation. The council approved the March 24 and April 14 meeting minutes and then moved into executive session.

• Approved Resolution 16 (federal‑aid transportation project funding) – motion passed
• Approved Resolution 17 (engage Nordutch Technologies for computer system upgrades) – motion passed
• Approved Resolution 18 (award contract to Maple Ridge Civil for Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail rehab) – motion passed
• Approved minutes of the March 24 and April 14, 2026 meetings – motion passed
• Moved into executive session – motion passed

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a contract award for the Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail Improvements. The award is based on recommendations from the Hudson River Valley Greenway and GPI.

• Contract award to Maple Ridge Civil for $451,000.00 for Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail Improvements

The Board approved awarding a $451,000 contract to Maple Ridge Civil for the De laware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail Improvements, based on the recommendation of the Hudson River Valley Greenway and GPI. The motion was made by Michael Durocher, seconded by Council President Adam Biggs, and passed. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed.

• Awarded $451,000 contract to Maple Ridge Civil for De laware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail Improvements (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The commission unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes, rescinded Regulation 17-2025 and the two curb cuts at 160 Simmons Avenue, approved a handicap parking sign at 148 Wilmer Avenue, approved a driveway and curb cut at 153 Columbia Street pending a building permit, denied the request for speed humps on Lark Street and lower Central Avenue, and approved removal of a handicap parking sign at 39 McElwain Avenue.

• Approved April 27, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescinded Regulation 17-2025 and two curb cuts at 160 Simmons Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking sign for 148 Wilmer Avenue on Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved driveway and curb cut at 153 Columbia Street, contingent on building permit and prior completion (unanimous)
• Denied speed humps or any speed deterrent on Lark Street and lower Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved removal of residential handicap parking sign at 39 McElwain Avenue (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop with public comment. Council members will discuss an amendment to Chapter 122 of the City of Cohoes Code concerning public nuisance buildings. They will also discuss potential improvements to the Girls Softball Fields. Finally, they will review bids received for the Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail project.

• Amendment to Chapter 122 of the City of Cohoes Code on public nuisance buildings
• Improvements to the Girls Softball Fields
• Review of bids for the Delaware Avenue Bike/Hike Trail project