Cohoes public meetings in 2022

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions: amending the fiscal year 2022 budget, approving the purchase of a Caterpillar 420XE Backhoe Loader for the Department of Public Works, and awarding the city's insurance contracts. Public comment will be heard before the votes.

• Resolution No. 73: Amends the annual budget for fiscal year 2022
• Resolution No. 74: Approves purchase of one Caterpillar 420XE Backhoe Loader for the Department of Public Works
• Resolution No. 75: Awards the city's insurance contracts

The Common Council approved three resolutions regarding budget transfers, equipment procurement, and insurance contracts. A motion requesting the resignation of Council Member Russell failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved Resolution No. 73 for 2022 to amend the annual budget for fiscal year 2022
• Approved Resolution No. 74 for 2022 to purchase one Caterpillar 420XE backhoe loader for the Department of Public Works
• Approved Resolution No. 75 for 2022 granting the award of the city's insurance contracts
• Denied motion to request Council Member Russell's resignation (no second)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a single action item: approving the purchase of a backhoe for the Department of Public Works from Milton for $147,815.00. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Approve purchase of a backhoe for DPW from Milton for $147,815.00

The Board of Managers met to review a single equipment purchase. The board voted unanimously to purchase a backhoe for the Department of Public Works from Milton Cat.

• Approved $147,815.00 purchase of backhoe for DPW from Milton Cat (All AYE)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to review minutes, certify exam results for Police Lieutenant #76562, and discuss a job specification for a Parent Liaison. The agenda also includes reviews of non-competitive and provisional employment applications, announced examinations, and new business. Items marked with an asterisk were previously approved by the Secretary to the Commission.

• Certification of Examination Results – Police Lieutenant #76562
• Review of Job Specification – Parent Liaison
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Provisional Employment Applications
• Review of Announced Examinations

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will consider approving prior meeting minutes and several traffic-sign changes, including all-way stop signs at Park and Bridge Avenues, a stop or yield sign on Maiden Lane at Orchard Street, and removal of a handicap parking sign at 93 Park Avenue. They will also discuss a previously decided change to make Imperial Avenue one-way between Columbia Street and Younglove Avenue.

• Approve minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting
• Install all-way stop signs at Park and Bridge Avenues intersection
• Install stop or yield sign on Maiden Lane at Orchard Street intersection
• Remove residential handicap parking sign at 93 Park Avenue (Hudson Avenue side)
• Discuss one-way traffic flow change on Imperial Avenue between Columbia Street and Younglove Avenue

The Commission reversed a previous decision to make Imperial Avenue one-way southbound, meaning the street will remain two-way. Other actions included installing new traffic signs and removing a handicap parking sign.

• Rescinded Regulation 46-2022 to keep Imperial Avenue two-way (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of All Way signs at Park Avenue and Bridge Avenue intersection (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of a Yield sign on Maiden Lane at the Orchard Street intersection (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 93 Hudson Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, a job specification for Fire Captain, and certification of examination results for Confidential Secretary and Police Officer. They will also review non-competitive and provisional employment applications, announced examinations, and new business. The agenda is routine administrative business with no major policy decisions.

• Review of Job Specification – Fire Captain
• Certification of Examination Results – Confidential Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Education Services
• Certification of Examination Results – Police Officer
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Provisional Employment Applications

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing and meeting to consider several resolutions, including amending the city's building code, approving snow emergency towing agreements, and increasing the Remsen Street Phase III project cost to $720,796.27. They will also discuss and vote on a contract for the Columbia Street Pedestrian Accessibility and SRTS Enhancement Project, and accept funds from Bob Talham, Inc. for Remsen Street modifications.

• Public hearing on amending the Uniform Code and Energy Code
• Resolution No. 67: Approving agreements for snow emergency tow services
• Resolution No. 69: Increasing Remsen Street Phase III project cost to $720,796.27
• Resolution No. 70: Accepting $20,446.27 from Bob Talham, Inc.
• Resolution No. 71: Approving contract with Creighton Manning for Columbia Street project

The Common Council approved several budget amendments for fiscal year 2022 and authorized funding for transportation and pedestrian projects. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding for a pocket park and appointed Commissioners of Deeds.

• Approved Local Law No. 1 for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 66 to amend the FY2022 annual budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 64 to amend the FY2022 annual budget (5-1)
• Approved MOU with Trinity Place & Tenbroock Corporation for a pocket park at White and Remsen Streets (6-0)
• Increased cost of Remsen Street Phase III project to $720,796.27 (6-0)
• Accepted $20,446.27 from Bob Talham, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved contract with Creighton Manning Engineering, LLP for Columbia Street pedestrian project (6-0)
• Approved funding for a transportation federal-aid project under the Marcheselli program (6-0)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting to consider the minutes from its September 12, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda, making this a procedural meeting.

• Consideration of September 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Cohoes Board of Managers is meeting to open bids for the White Street Connectivity Plan improvements, approve a contract with LaBella for the White St. and Pocket Park streetscape project, and approve a $25,113.09 quote from Millers Petroleum System for fuel pumps at the city garage. They will also consider budget transfers. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Open bids for Cohoes Connectivity Plan White Street Improvements (bid opening moved to Dec 9)
• Approve contract with LaBella for White St. and Pocket Park Streetscape Improvement Project
• Approve $25,113.09 quote from Millers Petroleum System for fuel pumps at city garage
• Approve budget transfers

The Board of Managers approved a contract for the White Street Pocket Park and a quote for city garage fuel pumps. The board also approved a series of budget transfers. Bids for White Street Improvements were opened and sent to the City Planner for review.

• Approved contract with LaBella for White Street Pocket Park (All AYE)
• Approved $25,113.09 quote from Millers Petroleum System for city garage fuel pumps (All AYE)
• Approved budget transfers (All AYE)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting on November 22, 2022. They will discuss and vote on a local law amending the city's Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, confirm a Library Board appointment, and award a contract to lease a new fire department pumper truck. The meeting also includes approving prior minutes and a budget amendment for fiscal year 2022.

• Local Law No. 1 amending Chapter 152, Article II (Uniform Code)
• Resolution No. 63 confirming a Library Board of Trustees appointment
• Resolution No. 64 amending the FY 2022 annual budget
• Resolution No. 65 awarding a lease contract for a Toyne Side Mount Custom Pumper on a Spartan FC94 Chassis

The Common Council approved a contract for the lease of a new Toyne side mount custom pumper. The council also passed a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2022 annual budget and confirmed an appointment to the Library Board of Trustees.

• Approved Resolution No. 63 for 2022 to confirm an appointment to the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 64 for 2022 to amend the annual budget for fiscal year 2022 (5-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 65 for 2022 awarding a contract for the lease of a new Toyne side mount custom pumper of a Spartan FC94 chassis (6-0)
• Approved minutes of October 11 and October 25, 2022 meetings (All AYE)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will consider several street closures for upcoming events, including the Santa Sprint and Turkey Trot, as well as proposals to make Mohawk Street and Broadway one-way. The commission will also discuss installing all-way stop signs and residential handicap parking signs.

• Close Remsen Street between Columbia and Seneca for Santa Sprint on Dec 10, 10:30 AM-1:30 PM
• Make Mohawk Street between Howard and Columbia one-way with diagonal parking
• Install all-way stop signs at Johnston Avenue and Masten Avenue
• Close streets for Turkey Trot on Nov 24, 7 AM-12:30 PM
• Install residential handicap parking signs at 93 Hudson Avenue and 9 Willow Street

The Commission approved street closures for the Santa Sprint, Tree Lighting ceremony, and Turkey Trot. It also voted to make Imperial Avenue one-way south and denied requests to change traffic patterns on Mohawk Street and Broadway.

• Approved Remsen St closure for Santa Sprint on Dec 10, 2022, 11:15 AM-12:15 PM (Unanimous)
• Denied request for one-way traffic or diagonal parking on Mohawk St (Unanimous)
• Approved 'All Way' signs at Masten Ave and Johnston Ave intersection (Unanimous)
• Approved closures for Tree Lighting on Nov 26, 2022, 4 PM-7 PM (Unanimous)
• Approved closures and parking prohibitions for Turkey Trot on Nov 24, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking signs at 93 Hudson Ave and 9 Willow St (Unanimous)
• Denied request to make Broadway one-way between Columbia St and Younglove Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved making Imperial Ave one-way south between Columbia St and Younglove Ave (Unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a single item: approving the lease of a Toyne/Spartan pumper truck. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Approve lease of Toyne/Spartan pumper truck

The Board of Managers approved a 10-year lease for a Toyne/Spartan Pumper truck for the Fire Department. The lease is valued at $485,659.00.

• Approved 10-year lease of Toyne/Spartan Pumper truck for $485,659.00 (All AYE)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes from October, non-competitive and provisional employment applications, and upcoming examinations. These items were previously approved by the Secretary to the Commission, and the meeting also includes new business.

• Review of minutes from October 19, 2022 meeting
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Review of provisional employment applications
• Review of upcoming examinations

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on November 16, 2022, at 6:30 PM in the Common Council Chambers. The board will consider approving minutes from its October 19th meeting, act on an area variance request for a new home at 6 Platt Street, and discuss a proposed fourplex at 69 & 73 Vliet Street. Public comments must be submitted by 4 PM on the meeting day.

• Area variance request for 2.2 feet of relief on the southwesterly side of 6 Platt Street (R-2 Residential District)
• Discussion of proposed fourplex apartment building at 69 & 73 Vliet Street (MFR Multi-Family Residential District)
• Consideration of October 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved a side setback variance for a newly constructed home. Members also held a preliminary discussion regarding a proposed four-unit building at 69 & 73 Vliet Street, though no formal votes were taken on that project.

• Approved area variance for 2.2-foot side setback relief at 6 Platt Street (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled member training for November 28 and 29 from 6pm to 8pm

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet to consider a subdivision application for 89 St Agnes Highway, which would split a 44.681-acre lot into two to facilitate financing for 138 new units at The Residences at Lexington Hills. The board will also review a change of use application for a new business at 130 Remsen Street, approve prior meeting minutes, and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• 89 St Agnes Highway: subdivision of 44.681-acre lot into two lots for financing 138 apartment units
• 130 Remsen Street: new tenant Vintage Addiction and Company (vintage furniture, clothing, home décor)
• Consideration of September 12 and October 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• 2023 schedule of meeting and submittal dates

The Planning Board approved a subdivision application for Lexington Hills and a change of use application for a vintage antique store on Remsen Street. The board also scheduled member training for December.

• Approved subdivision application for 89 St. Agnes Highway—Lexington Hills (unanimous)
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for vintage antique store at 130 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes from September 12, 2022 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Scheduled member training for December 5 and December 6 from 6PM-8PM

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including amending the 2022 budget, approving the 2023 annual estimate, and authorizing contracts for the City Hall roof and James Street Culvert projects. They will also vote on an ordinance for street resurfacing and accept a state library construction grant. Public comment and a quarterly report from the economic development director are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 7: authorizes resurfacing/repaving of certain streets
• Resolution No. 58: amends 2022 annual budget
• Resolution No. 59: approves 2023 Annual Estimate
• Resolution No. 60: architectural services contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall Roof
• Resolution No. 61: supplemental consultant agreement with C & S Engineers for James Street Culvert

The Common Council approved the 2023 annual estimate and an ordinance for street resurfacing. The council also authorized several contracts for city hall and infrastructure projects and amended the 2022 fiscal year budget.

• Approved Ordinance No. 7 for 2022 for street resurfacing and repaving (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 58 for 2022 amending the FY 2022 annual budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 59 for 2022 for the 2023 annual estimate (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 60 for 2022 for City Hall roof architectural services contract with C.T. Male Associates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 61 for 2022 for James Street Culvert Project supplemental consultant agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 62 for 2022 accepting NYS Education Department library construction grant funds (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 23, September 22, and September 27, 2002 meetings (All AYE)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider a single action item: approving an agreement with CT Male for professional services related to the City Hall roof. The agenda includes no other business, and the supporting document is referenced as CITYHALLROOF.PDF.

• Approve agreement with CT Male for professional services for City Hall roof

The Board of Managers approved a professional services agreement with CT Male for a City Hall roof assessment, with a city match of $8,670. The vote was unanimous. No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved $8,670 professional services agreement with CT Male for City Hall roof (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a request for an area variance to place a new shed at 53 McDonald Drive in the R-1 Residential District. The applicant seeks 16 feet of relief from the front setback. The board will also review the minutes from its September 28, 2022 meeting.

• Area variance request for a new shed at 53 McDonald Drive, seeking 16 feet of front setback relief
• Consideration of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved an area variance allowing a 12'x16' shed at 53 McDonald Drive to be placed 34 feet from the northerly property line, instead of the required 50-foot front setback. The variance was granted after the applicant explained the shed would store a motorcycle during winter and that no second driveway would be installed. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting.

• Approved area variance for 53 McDonald Drive: shed setback reduced from 50 to 34 feet (16-foot variance), motion carried 5-0
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2022 meeting, motion carried 4-0 (Chair Mollnow abstained)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes from August, certify exam results for a Custodian position, and consider various employment applications. Most items are routine procedural matters, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Certification of examination results for Custodian #21004
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Review of provisional employment applications
• Review of examination applicants
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting

Audit & Finance Committee

The Cohoes, NY Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget. The agenda contains only this single item, a budget discussion, with no other business listed.

• 2023 Budget Discussion

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider several residential handicap parking signs, and vote on street closures for a Halloween event and a Small Business Saturday event. They will also discuss re-installing no-parking signs on Saratoga Street.

• Residential handicap parking sign at 52 Vliet Street (requested by Eugene Franco)
• Residential handicap parking sign at 110 Congress Street (requested by Timothy Morgan)
• Residential handicap parking sign at 125 Ontario on the River Street side (requested by Christopher DeRasmo)
• Street closure for Halloween Parade/Trunk or Treat on Remsen Street between Columbia and Cayuga Streets, Oct 28, 6-9 PM, with no parking from 3 PM
• Street closure for Small Business Saturday on Remsen Street, Nov 26, 9 AM-5 PM

The Cohoes Traffic Commission approved all items on the agenda: residential handicap parking signs at 52 Vliet Street, 110 Congress Street, and 125 Ontario Street; a temporary street closure of Remsen Street for the Halloween Parade on October 28; a dead end sign on Maiden Lane; no-parking signs on Bevan Street during school hours; and a street closure of Remsen Street for Small Business Saturday on November 26. The Commission tabled action on no-parking signs on Saratoga Street pending further research. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved residential handicap parking sign at 52 Vliet Street (unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking sign at 110 Congress Street (unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking sign at 125 Ontario Street (unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closure of Remsen Street for Halloween Parade on Oct 28, 3-9 PM (unanimous)
• Approved dead end sign on Maiden Lane (unanimous)
• Approved No Parking 7-9 AM, 2-4 PM school days signs on Bevan Street (unanimous)
• Approved street closure of Remsen Street for Small Business Saturday on Nov 26, 9 AM-5 PM (unanimous)
• Tabled action on no-parking signs on Saratoga Street for further research (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing, workshop, and special meeting. Public hearings will address the Remsen Street Phase III CDBG project and the 2023 Annual Estimate. The workshop includes discussion of a supplemental agreement for the James Street culvert replacement project, and the special meeting will consider an ordinance authorizing street resurfacing and paving.

• Public hearing on CDBG Remsen Street Phase III Project (Project ID# 259PF14-20)
• Public hearing on 2023 Annual Estimate
• Discussion of supplemental agreement for James Street culvert replacement project
• Ordinance No. 7 authorizing resurfacing/paving of certain streets

The Common Council held a workshop and special meeting on October 11, 2022. Two public hearings were conducted: one on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Remsen Street Phase III project (no public comment) and one on the 2023 Annual Estimate, which includes a 1% revenue decrease (~$80,000). The only action item was a vote on Ordinance No. 7 for 2022, authorizing street resurfacing/repaving; it failed 4-1 (Alesio, Briggs, McCarthy, Biggs in favor; Smith opposed). The meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.

• Public hearing held on CDBG Remsen Street Phase III project; no public comment
• Public hearing held on 2023 Annual Estimate; resident questioned 1% revenue decrease (~$80,000)
• Ordinance No. 7 for 2022 (street resurfacing/repaving) failed 4-1

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider approving an architectural and engineering (A&E) agreement for the James St. Culvert project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Approve A&E agreement for James St. Culvert project

The Board of Managers approved a $139,000 agreement with C&S Engineers for professional services related to the James Street Culvert Project, funded under an existing NYSDOT grant. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved $139,000 A&E agreement with C&S Engineers for James St. Culvert Project (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider several applications, including a change of use for a tea shop, an office/showroom for a party planning business, a site plan for an auto repair garage, and a site plan for a floating solar array. They will also discuss a proposed subdivision for a luxury apartment complex. The meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2022, at 6:30 PM.

• 159 Remsen Street: Change of Use for 'Chocolate is Self-Care' (loose-leaf and boba tea shop)
• 20 White Street: Office/showroom for 'Great Vibes LLC' party planning business
• 640 Saratoga Street: Site plan for 'Faisal's Auto Service' (one-story garage, three service bays)
• 155 Vliet Boulevard: Site plan for 3.2 MWdc floating solar array on municipal reservoir
• 89 St Agnes Highway: Discussion of subdivision for The Residences at Lexington Hills (138 units)

The Cohoes Planning Board approved change-of-use permits for a tea studio at 159 Remsen Street and a party rental showroom at 20 White Street, both unanimously. It also approved site plans for an auto repair shop at 640 Saratoga Street (with conditions) and a floating solar array at 155 Vliet Boulevard, both unanimously. A subdivision application for 89 St. Agnes Highway was tabled pending Albany County Planning Board review. Minutes from the September 9 meeting were tabled due to lack of quorum.

• Approved change of use for tea studio at 159 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for party rental showroom at 20 White Street (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for auto repair shop at 640 Saratoga Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for floating solar array at 155 Vliet Boulevard (unanimous)
• Tabled subdivision application for 89 St. Agnes Highway pending county review
• Tabled September 9 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will discuss and vote on the 2023 Annual Estimate (budget) and consider allowing bids for the White Street pocket park project. These are the only two items on the agenda.

• Discuss and pass the 2023 Annual Estimate
• Allow the letting of bids for White Street pocket park

The Board of Managers unanimously approved the 2023 budget totaling $25.9 million across all funds, including $21.2 million for the general fund. They also authorized the letting of bids for the White Street Pocket Park project. The meeting adjourned after no further business.

• Approved 2023 budget: General Fund $21,178,349, Water Fund $2,168,746, Sewer Fund $2,356,055, Library Fund $224,090 (unanimous)
• Authorized letting of bids for White Street Pocket Park (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider two area variances for replacing a shed at 43 Watervliet Avenue in the R-2 Residential District. The applicant seeks 32 feet of front-yard relief and 7 feet of side-yard relief. The board will also review minutes from its August 24th meeting.

• Two area variances requested for shed replacement at 43 Watervliet Avenue
• 32 feet of front-yard relief requested
• 7 feet of westerly side-yard relief requested
• Consideration of August 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved an area variance for a shed at 43 Watervliet Avenue, allowing reduced setbacks of 3 feet (side) and 18 feet (front) instead of the required 10 and 50 feet. The shed will be placed on the same footprint as an existing one, and the board received a letter of support from the adjacent neighbor.

• Approved area variance for shed at 43 Watervliet Avenue (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider Ordinance No. 6, which authorizes the resurfacing and/or repaving of certain streets in the city. The agenda includes roll call and public comment, followed by the ordinance vote.

• Ordinance No. 6 authorizing street resurfacing and/or repaving

The Common Council passed Ordinance No. 6 for 2022, authorizing the resurfacing and/or repaving of certain streets in the City of Cohoes. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member Smith voting nay. No public comment was received. The meeting adjourned shortly after the vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 6 for 2022 authorizing street resurfacing/repaving (4-1)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to approve budget transfers and discuss the 2023 budget. The agenda is brief and contains only these two items, with no further details provided in the text.

• Approve budget transfers
• 2023 Budget discussion

The Board of Managers approved budget transfers for 2022, as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only a discussion of the 2023 budget without any voting.

• Approved budget transfers for 2022 (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions: amending the fiscal year 2022 budget, approving an amendment to the engineering agreement with Arcadis for the Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation Project, and authorizing the mayor to apply for Downtown Revitalization Initiative and New York Forward grants. The agenda also includes roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes from prior meetings. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.

• Resolution No. 55: Amends the annual budget for fiscal year 2022
• Resolution No. 56: Approves amendment to Engineering Agreement with Arcadis for Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation Project
• Resolution No. 57: Authorizes mayor to submit grant application for Downtown Revitalization Initiative and New York Forward programs
• Approval of minutes from July 12, July 26, and August 9, 2022 meetings

The Cohoes Common Council held a special meeting on September 22, 2022. Ordinance No. 6, authorizing street resurfacing and repaving, failed with a 4-1 vote (Council Member Smith voting nay). Resolution No. 55, amending the 2022 budget with various transfers, passed 5-0. Resolutions approving an engineering agreement amendment for the Columbia Street Phase II sewer separation project and authorizing a grant application for downtown revitalization programs also passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 12, 26, and August 9, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Ordinance No. 6 for street resurfacing/repaving failed (4-1)
• Resolution No. 55 amending 2022 budget passed (5-0)
• Resolution No. 56 approving amendment to engineering agreement with Arcadis for Columbia Street Phase II sewer separation passed (5-0)
• Resolution No. 57 authorizing mayor to submit grant application for Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward programs passed (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:15 PM

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet to consider three applications affecting properties in the historic district: window wrapping at 200 Mohawk Street, new signage at 159 Remsen Street, and a door replacement at 237 Remsen Street. The board will also vote on the minutes from its August 16th meeting.

• 200 Mohawk Street: wrap and weatherproof exposed wood window trim to match existing aluminum siding
• 159 Remsen Street: add signage for 'Chocolate is Self Care' including a 32"x25" sign, window clings, and posters
• 237 Remsen Street: replace front door of 'Clean as a Whisker – Feline Exclusive Spa' with a black door
• Consideration of August 16th, 2022 meeting minutes

The board approved three applications: a sign at 159 Remsen Street for a tea salon, window wrapping at 200 Mohawk Street to match existing aluminum siding, and a new door at 237 Remsen Street for a cat salon. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the August 16, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved sign at 159 Remsen Street for 'Chocolate is Self-Care' tea salon (4-0)
• Approved window wrapping at 200 Mohawk Street to match existing aluminum siding (4-0)
• Approved new door at 237 Remsen Street for Clean as a Whisker cat salon (4-0)
• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1 abstention)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes and consider several road closures, signage changes, and a driveway installation. Items include closures for St. Michael's feast day and the rescheduled car show, plus new parking signs and a curb cut.

• Road closure on Page Avenue for St. Michael's feast day, Oct 1, 2022, 9am-4pm
• Road closures on Remsen, Oneida, and Seneca Streets for 2022 Cohoes Car Show
• Curb cut and driveway at 39 Shannan Avenue
• No Parking Any Time signs on James Street between Wilmer Avenue and Abram Lansing parking lot
• Residential Handicap Parking signs at 98 and 64 Breslin Avenue

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved a temporary closure of Page Avenue on October 1, 2022 for St. Michael's Church feast day celebration, contingent on insurance and a city permit. They also approved street closures for the annual Cohoes Car Show on October 2, a new driveway at 39 Shannon Avenue, no-parking signs on James Street, and two residential handicap parking signs. One agenda item (parking space closures for holiday market vendors) was withdrawn.

• Approved temporary closure of Page Avenue on Oct 1, 2022, 9 AM-4 PM (unanimous)
• Approved street closures on Remsen, Oneida, Seneca Streets for Cohoes Car Show on Oct 2, 2022, 8 AM-2 PM (unanimous)
• Approved driveway and curb cut at 39 Shannon Avenue, contingent on building permit and zoning variances (unanimous)
• Approved installation of No Parking Any Time signs on west side of James Street (unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking sign at 98 Breslin Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved re-installation of residential handicap parking sign at 64 Breslin Avenue after re-application (unanimous)
• Withdrew request for parking space and sidewalk closures along Remsen Street for holiday market vendors

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project for the Remsen Street Phase III project. Following the hearing, the Council will discuss an amendment to the Columbia Street Phase 2 Long Term Control Plan Consent Order, the city's application for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward grant, and updates to the 2022 Paving List.

• Public hearing on CDBG project: Remsen Street Phase III (Project ID# 259PF14-20)
• Discussion on amendment to Columbia Street Phase 2 Long Term Control Plan Consent Order
• Discussion on DRI and NY Forward grant application
• Discussion on updates to 2022 Paving List

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet to consider two applications: a change of use for a new retail tobacco and vape shop at 301 Ontario Street, and a site plan for a 3.2 MWdc floating solar array on the municipal reservoir at 155 Vliet Boulevard. The board will also vote on the minutes from the August 8th meeting. Public comments are due by 4 pm on the meeting day.

• Change of Use/New Tenant Application for Royal 7 Leaf Supplies at 301 Ontario Street (tobacco/vape retail, 9 am-9 pm Mon-Sat)
• Site Plan Application for 3.2 MWdc floating solar array on Cohoes municipal reservoir at 155 Vliet Boulevard
• Consideration of August 8th, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a change of use for a tobacco/novelty shop at 301 Ontario Street and a barber lounge at 184 Remsen Street. A site plan for a floating solar panel array at the city reservoir was tabled for further review at the next meeting.

• Approved change of use/new tenant application for a tobacco and novelty shop at 301 Ontario Street (motion by Vice Chair Carroll, second by Member Nadeau, unanimous).
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for a single-chair barber lounge at 184 Remsen Street (motion by Member Nadeau, second by Vice Chair Carroll, unanimous).
• Tabled site plan application for a 3.2-megawatt floating solar panel array at 155 Vliet Boulevard (reservoir) until the next meeting (motion by Vice Chair Carroll, second by Member Nadeau, unanimous).
• Approved minutes from the August 8, 2022 meeting as submitted (motion by Member Nadeau, second by Vice Chair Carroll, carried).

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will vote on a $2,496 agreement with Arcadis for the Columbia St. Phase II project, authorize a request for qualifications (RFQ) for Columbia St. Safe Pathways, and discuss bids for Police Station locker room alterations. The agenda includes three items, with attached documents for reference.

• Approve Arcadis agreement for Columbia St. Phase II ($2,496)
• Authorize RFQ for Columbia St. Safe Pathways
• Discuss Police Station locker room alteration bids

The Board of Managers approved a $90,000 contract with Arcadis for the Columbia Street Phase II project, authorized RFQs for the Columbia Street Safe Pathways project, and rejected all bids for the Police Station Locker Room alteration project because they exceeded the engineer's estimate. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $90,000 contract with Arcadis for Columbia Street Phase II (unanimous)
• Authorized letting of RFQs for Columbia Street Safe Pathways project (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Police Station Locker Room alteration project (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider three area variance applications for residential additions, each requiring a setback reduction. The board will also review the minutes from its June 22, 2022 meeting. Public comments are due by 4pm on the meeting day.

• 2 Lansing Lane: attached deck requiring 10-foot side setback variance (R2 district)
• 28 Summit Street: shed requiring 9-foot side setback variance (MFR district)
• 19 Elizabeth Court: carport requiring 26-inch side setback variance (R1 district)

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved area variances for a deck at 2 Lansing Lane and a shed at 28 Summit Street, both unanimously. A variance for a carport at 19 Elizabeth Court was denied unanimously after neighbor objections about runoff and property concerns.

• Approved area variance for deck at 2 Lansing Lane (5-0)
• Approved area variance for shed at 28 Summit Street (5-0)
• Denied area variance for carport at 19 Elizabeth Court (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will vote on three resolutions: amending the 2022 annual budget, authorizing the mayor to sign an agreement with Livingston Energy Group to replace three electric vehicle charging stations, and authorizing the mayor to apply for NYS Revolving Funds financing for the water treatment plant and supply modification project. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings and public comment.

• Resolution No. 52: Amend 2022 annual budget
• Resolution No. 53: Agreement with Livingston Energy Group for replacement of three EV charging stations
• Resolution No. 54: Submit NYS EFC Revolving Funds financing application for water treatment plant and supply modification project
• Approve minutes of June 14 and June 28, 2022 meetings

The Cohoes Common Council approved three resolutions: amending the 2022 budget with several transfers, authorizing an agreement with Livingston Energy Group to replace three electric vehicle charging stations, and authorizing a financing application for a water treatment plant project. All resolutions passed unanimously with six aye votes. No public comment was received.

• Approved Resolution 52 amending the 2022 budget with transfers including $7,350 for longevity scale, $60,000 for new firefighter salaries, $27,000 for a civil engineer position, $7,500 for recycling/garbage overtime, $30,000 for police body cameras offset by donation, and $150,000 for street lighting offset by National Grid refunds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 53 authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement with Livingston Energy Group for replacement of three electric vehicle charging stations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 54 authorizing submission of a NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation Revolving Funds financing application for the Comprehensive Water Treatment Plant and Water Supply Modification Project (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 14 and June 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider a pending ethics complaint (No. 22-2) and to approve the minutes from its July 25, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Complaint No. 22-2
• Approval of July 25, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Ethics voted unanimously to dismiss Complaint No. 22-2, finding no violation of the Code of Ethics and that the subject (the mayor) acted responsibly. The board also approved the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting and held an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Dismissed Complaint No. 22-2, finding no ethics violation (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, certify examination results for Receptionist and Registrar Clerk positions, and review various employment applications and examination announcements. Items marked with an asterisk were previously approved by the Secretary to the Commission.

• Certification of Examination Results – Receptionist #60399
• Certification of Examination Results – Registrar Clerk #61818
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Provisional Employment Applications
• Review of Examination Applicants – Police Officer

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will consider two applications for new business signage at properties in the historic district. The board will also vote on the minutes from its July 19th special meeting. Public comments were accepted until August 15th.

• 237 Remsen Street: round wooden sign with gold cat outline for 'Clean As A Whisker Feline Exclusive Spa', plus vinyl window sticker
• 289 Ontario Street: 24" x 24" double-sided aluminum sign for 'Zen Dog Grooming Studio'
• Consideration of July 19th, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes

The board approved two sign applications: a two-sided sign at 237 Remsen Street and a 24x36 inch exterior sign at 289 Ontario Street. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0). The board also discussed but did not decide on an air conditioner placement at 237 Remsen Street, noting it as a new issue. Minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved sign at 237 Remsen Street (3-0)
• Approved sign at 289 Ontario Street (3-0)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop and special meeting to discuss and vote on two funding items: accepting a grant from the New York State and Municipal Facilities Program (administered by the NYS Dormitory Authority) and submitting an application to the New York State Department of Education for library construction funds. The special meeting includes resolutions to formally accept the grant and endorse the library application.

• Resolution No. 49: Accepting a grant award from the NYS and Municipal Facilities Program (NYS Dormitory Authority)
• Resolution No. 50: Approving and endorsing an application to the NYS Department of Education's Library Construction Fund
• Discussion on grant acceptance and library construction fund application

The Cohoes Common Council held a workshop and special meeting on August 9, 2022, and passed three resolutions unanimously. They accepted a grant from the NYS Municipal Facilities Program, approved an application to the NYS Education Department's Library Construction Fund, and approved a change order for the Sunset and Greenbriar Parks Project. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Accepted NYS Municipal Facilities Program grant and authorized mayor to execute agreement (unanimous)
• Approved application to NYS Education Department's Library Construction Fund (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Sunset and Greenbriar Parks Project contract (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to accept and open bids for alterations to the police station locker room. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Open bids for Police Station Locker Room Alterations

The Board of Managers opened bids for the Police Station Locker Room Alterations project. Five bids were received and referred to the consultant for review and recommendation. No contract was awarded at this meeting.

• Opened bids for Police Station Locker Room Alterations; referred to consultant for review

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on August 8, 2022, to consider the minutes from the previous meeting and review three applications: a change of use for a cat grooming spa, a site plan and special use permit for a two-family home, and a site plan for an auto repair garage. The board will decide on these items during the meeting.

• 237 Remsen Street: Change of Use/New Tenant for 'Clean As A Whisker Feline Exclusive Spa' (cat grooming, future retail, appointment only, MU-DC district)
• 0 Broadway: Site Plan and Special Use permit for a two-family home with four off-street parking spaces, retaining wall, and stairway (R-2 district)
• 640 Saratoga Street: Site Plan for 'Faisal's Auto Service' one-story garage with three service bays for light auto repair (I-1 district)
• Consideration of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a change of use for a cat grooming business at 237 Remsen Street and a site plan and special use permit for a two-family home at 0 Broadway. The board tabled a site plan application for an auto repair shop at 640 Saratoga Street pending a legal opinion from Corporation Counsel on the proper zoning classification.

• Approved change of use/new tenant for Clean as a Whisker Feline Spa at 237 Remsen Street (4-0)
• Approved site plan and special use permit for two-family home at 0 Broadway (4-0)
• Tabled site plan application for 640 Saratoga Street pending Corporation Counsel review (4-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will hold a special meeting to consider three items: removing a residential handicap parking sign, changing previously approved road closures for the 'Eat in the Street' event, and approving limited closures of parking spaces along Remsen Street for the revised event.

• Removal of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 298 Remsen Street, requested by Linda Ero-Jones
• Changes to previously approved road closures for 'Eat in the Street'
• Limited road closures to block off parking spaces along Remsen Street for revised 'Eat in the Street' closures, requested by Steve Napier

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved removing a residential handicap parking sign at 298 Remsen Street, requested by Linda Ero-Jones, who no longer needs it. Two other agenda items—street closures for Eat-in-the-Street on Remsen Street—were withdrawn by the requesters (Mayor Keeler and Steve Napier). The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved removal of handicap parking sign at 298 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: street closure modification for Eat-in-the-Street (Remsen St between Columbia and Ontario)
• Withdrawn: street closure approval for Eat-in-the-Street (Remsen St between Columbia and Cayuga)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is meeting to consider two resolutions: one amending the 2022 annual budget and another authorizing the mayor to sign a revised five-year Albany County Inter-Municipal Agreement for storm water management. The agenda includes roll call and public comment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution No. 47: amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2022
• Resolution No. 48: authorizing the mayor to sign a revised five-year Albany County Inter-Municipal Agreement related to storm water management

The Cohoes Common Council approved two resolutions at its July 26, 2022 meeting. Resolution No. 47 amended the 2022 annual budget with transfers totaling $262,000, including funds for summer recreation workers, refuse promotions, sewer maintenance, and the Bedford St sewer project. Resolution No. 48 authorized the mayor to sign a revised five-year Albany County inter-municipal agreement for stormwater management. Both resolutions passed unanimously with all six present members voting 'AYE'.

• Approved Resolution No. 47, amending the 2022 budget with $262,000 in transfers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 48, authorizing mayor to sign revised 5-year Albany County stormwater agreement (unanimous)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider several traffic-related requests, including new school zone speed limit signs, a handicap parking sign re-installation, and street closures for the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and for filming of the HBO series The Gilded Age.

• Installation of 'School/Speed Limit 15/7 AM – 6PM School Days' signs on Elm Street, west of Simmons Avenue
• Re-install of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 112 Ontario Street
• Street closure changes for Mohawk Hudson River Marathon/Half Marathon on October 9, 2022 due to bike trail work detours
• Street closures and partial street closures for filming of HBO series The Gilded Age

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved installing a School Speed Limit Assembly on eastbound Elm Street, re-installing a residential handicap parking sign at 112 Ontario Street, and approving additional street closures and parking prohibitions for the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon on October 9, 2022. It also approved various street closures, parking prohibitions, and traffic calming measures for HBO's 'The Gilded Age' filming, contingent on insurance and city permits. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved installing School Speed Limit Assembly signs on eastbound Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved re-installing residential handicap parking sign at 112 Ontario Street (unanimous)
• Approved additional street closures and no-parking zones for Mohawk Hudson River Marathon on Oct 9, 2022, contingent on insurance, permit, and resident notification (unanimous)
• Approved street closures, parking prohibitions, and traffic calming for HBO 'The Gilded Age' filming, contingent on insurance and city permit (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics is meeting to approve the minutes from its February 28, 2022 meeting and to discuss Complaint No. 22-2. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of minutes from February 28, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of Complaint No. 22-2

The Cohoes Board of Ethics approved the minutes of its February 28, 2022 meeting unanimously. The board discussed Complaint No. 22-2 with the complainant, who answered questions, but took no action and will take the matter up again at a future meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Complaint No. 22-2; deferred action to next meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, employment applications, and examination announcements. They will also consider a resolution to amend the Civil Service Rules and review a police officer transfer request. Most items are routine administrative actions, with the rule amendment being the most substantive item.

• Resolution to amend the Appendices of the Cohoes Civil Service Rules
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Review of provisional employment applications
• Review of examination announcements
• Review of transfer request for a police officer

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider approving facade enhancements at 127 Canvass Street, a proposal tabled at the June meeting. The board will also review minutes from a July 6 special meeting. Public comments were accepted until July 18.

• 127 Canvass Street facade work by DiTursi Holdings, LLC
• Exterior painting, landscaping beds, dumpster pad, window and door replacements
• Replacement of exterior soffit light fixtures
• Consideration of July 6, 2022 special meeting minutes

The Cohoes Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved a facade enhancement application for 127 Canvass Street, converting the old train station/OTB into a pediatric office. The approval includes conditions requiring masonry infill and cement board matching historic dimensions, with no bricking in of windows. The board also approved the July 6, 2022 special meeting minutes.

• Approved July 6, 2022 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved facade enhancements at 127 Canvass Street with conditions (3-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider allowing the letting of bids for alterations to the police station locker room. The agenda contains this single item, with a referenced bid document. No other business is listed.

• Allow the letting of bids for Police Station Locker Room Alterations

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider allowing the letting of bids for alterations to the police station locker room. The agenda contains only this single item, with a supporting document for the locker room bid.

• Allow the letting of bids for Police Station Locker Room Alterations

The Board of Managers approved the letting of bids for Police Station Locker Room alterations. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved letting of bids for Police Station Locker Room alterations (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss and vote on several funding applications and resolutions. These include grant applications for the Saratoga Street Brownfield Opportunity Area, Phase 2 City Hall roof restoration, and the Cohoes Music Hall & Visitors Center preservation, as well as a labor agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association Clerical Unit.

• Resolution 39: Authorizes submission of Brownfield Opportunity Area Consolidated Funding Application for Saratoga Street improvements
• Resolution 40: Authorizes Historic Preservation Grant application for Phase 2 City Hall roof restoration
• Resolution 42: Authorizes FY-2022 Consolidated Funding Application for Cohoes Music Hall & Visitors Center preservation
• Resolution 44: Authorizes Carbon Neutral Economic Development Grant application for Cohoes Music Hall
• Resolution 46: Ratifies Memorandum of Agreement with Civil Service Employees Association Clerical Unit

The Common Council unanimously approved eight resolutions, including applications for state and federal grants for brownfield cleanup, historic preservation of City Hall and the Music Hall, and a labor agreement with the CSEA clerical unit. All votes were 7-0 in favor.

• Approved Resolution 39: Brownfield Opportunity Area Consolidated Funding Application (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 40: Historic Preservation Grant application for City Hall roof restoration (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 41: Declared City Hall roof project Type II under SEQRA (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 42: Heritage Area grant application for Music Hall & Visitors Center (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 43: Declared Music Hall project Type II under SEQRA (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 44: Carbon Neutral Economic Development grant application for Music Hall (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 45: Preservation League grant application for National Bank Building improvements (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 46: Ratified CSEA clerical unit memorandum of agreement (7-0)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting to consider several applications, including site plans for a medical care facility and a two-family home, a subdivision and special use permits for properties on Edward Street, and an update on the Lexington Hills project. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Site plan for medical care facility at 127 Canvass Street (DiTursi Holdings, LLC)
• Site plan and special use permit for two-family home at 0 Broadway (Peter Frangie)
• Update on Phase II of Lexington Hills PDD at 89 St Agnes Highway
• Subdivision of 60 Edward Street into two lots (56.50' x 303.83' and 77.50' x 351.69')
• Special use permits for two two-family homes at 60 Edward Street

The board approved a site plan for a pediatric practice at 127 Canvass Street, with renovations and exterior improvements. A site plan and special use permit for two container homes at 0 Broadway were tabled pending more information. A subdivision and special use permit for two-family homes at 60 Edward Street were approved, with a condition to revise parking plans.

• Approved site plan for pediatric practice at 127 Canvass Street (4-0)
• Tabled site plan and special use permit for 0 Broadway container homes (4-0)
• Approved subdivision at 60 Edward Street into two lots (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for two-family homes at 60 Edward Street, contingent on revised parking plan (4-0)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to consider approving an emergency repair to a porch at 16 Seneca Street, conducted by RemodelNow LLC. The board will also review the minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting. The meeting is open to public participation via Zoom.

• Emergency porch repair at 16 Seneca Street by RemodelNow LLC
• Approval needed for railing replacement and repainting
• Consideration of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The board approved an application for emergency repair work to an exterior porch at 16 Seneca Street, allowing the use of black aluminum railings and pressure-treated wood to be painted in historic colors. The June 21, 2022 meeting minutes were also accepted. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved emergency porch repair at 16 Seneca Street (unanimous)
• Accepted June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council approved three resolutions: a contract for the James Street culvert project, a change order for the Columbia Street sewer project, and amendments to the 2022 budget. All votes were unanimous. No public comment was received.

• Approved Resolution 36: James Street culvert contract with Prime Highway Contractors, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 37: Change order for Columbia Street Phase II sewer separation and green infrastructure project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 38: Amended 2022 annual budget with transfers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 26 and May 24, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider two contract actions: approving a $10,900 proposal from CT Male for work on Reservoir #3 Dam and awarding the James St culvert project to Prime Highway for $898,785.00. Both items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Approve CT Male proposal for Reservoir #3 Dam for $10,900
• Award James St culvert project to Prime Highway for $898,785.00

The Board of Managers approved a proposal for professional engineering services for the Cohoes Reservoir #3 Dam with C.T. Male Associates for $10,900.00, and awarded a bid to Prime Highway for the James Street culvert project as low bidder for $898,785.00, with the city share being $168,542.00 and the remainder from a NYDOT Culvert grant. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved engineering services proposal with C.T. Male Associates for $10,900.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded James Street culvert project bid to Prime Highway for $898,785.00 (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on June 22, 2022, to consider two variance applications. The board will review a use variance request for a daycare at 98 Niver Street and two area variances for an auto-repair shop at 640 Saratoga Street. It will also consider the minutes from the March 23rd meeting.

• Use variance for daycare at 98 Niver Street (MU-2 district)
• Two area variances for auto-repair shop at 640 Saratoga Street (Industrial district)
• Consideration of March 23, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a use variance for a daycare facility at 98 Niver Street, finding the applicant met the criteria. The board also unanimously denied two area variances for an auto-repair garage at 640 Saratoga Street, citing concerns about neighborhood character and self-created hardship.

• Approved use variance for daycare at 98 Niver Street (5-0)
• Denied area variances for auto-repair garage at 640 Saratoga Street (5-0)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will consider three facade enhancement applications, including a major renovation of the powerhouse building at 100 N Mohawk Street for a recreational facility and pool. The board will also review minutes from the May 17 meeting and hear public comments submitted by June 20.

• 300 Ontario Street: awning replacement, lights, painting, sign for Chee-bog
• 127 Canvass Street: painting, landscaping, dumpster pad, window/door/soffit replacement
• 100 N Mohawk Street: pool addition, window replacement, wall demolition, brick/concrete removal
• Public comments due by June 20 via email or mail to Planning Department

The board approved the application for a sign, awning, lighting, and exterior painting at 300 1/2 Ontario Street for a new Filipino restaurant, Chee Bog, with modifications to the sign. The board tabled the exterior façade renovation application for 127 Canvass Street, a future pediatrician office, pending submission of detailed plans. The board also approved exterior renovations to the Powerhouse building at 100 N. Mohawk Street, subject to SHPO review.

• Approved sign, awning, lighting, and exterior painting at 300 1/2 Ontario St (4-0)
• Tabled exterior façade renovations at 127 Canvass St pending detailed plans (4-0)
• Approved exterior renovations of Powerhouse building at 100 N. Mohawk St (4-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to accept and open bids for the James Street culvert project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, indicating a decision point on awarding the project to a contractor.

• Open bids for James Street culvert project

The Board of Managers opened bids for the James Street culvert project and referred them to the consultant for review and recommendation. No contract was awarded at this meeting. The meeting was adjourned after this item.

• Opened bids for James Street culvert project: Prime Highway Contractors $898,758, James H. Maloy $1,063,000, CFI Contracting $1,079,462
• Referred all bids to consultant for review and recommendation

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting and elect a new Chairperson. The agenda also includes certifying examination results for several positions and reviewing the Network Administrator job specification.

• Election of Chairperson
• Certification of Senior Account Clerk Typist exam results
• Certification of Senior Typist exam results
• Review of Network Administrator job specification
• Review of non-competitive employment applications

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss community development grants, municipal park repairs, and sewer line maintenance. The session includes resolutions for authorizing public hearing notices and executing contracts for solar energy and sewer lining.

• Contract for rehabilitation of basketball and tennis facilities at Greenbriar Park and Sunset Park
• Agreement with National Grid regarding a proposed floating solar array
• Contract with Arold Construction Company, Inc. for trenchless sewer lining on Bedford Street
• Notice of public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application

The Cohoes Common Council held a special meeting on June 14, 2022, and unanimously approved all four resolutions on the agenda. These included authorizing a public hearing notice for the CDBG grant application, approving contracts for basketball and tennis facility rehabilitation at Greenbriar and Sunset Parks, authorizing an agreement with National Grid for a floating solar array, and approving a trenchless sewer lining contract on Bedford Street with Arold Construction Company. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved Resolution 32: authorize City Clerk to publish CDBG public hearing notice (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 33: contract for basketball/tennis facility rehab at Greenbriar and Sunset Parks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 34: authorize Mayor to execute National Grid agreement for floating solar array (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 35: contract with Arold Construction for trenchless sewer lining on Bedford Street (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider several change of use applications for new tenants, including a restaurant and a real estate office. The agenda also includes site plan reviews for an auto repair shop and apartment construction.

• Change of Use application for 'Chee-bog' restaurant at 300 Ontario Street
• Change of Use application for real estate broker’s office at 26 White Street
• Site Plan and Special Use Permit for 'Faisal’s Auto Service' at 640 Saratoga Street
• Site Plan application for additional apartments at 100 N Mohawk Street
• Change of Use application for wine bottling use at 26 Washington Avenue

The Cohoes Planning Board approved change-of-use applications for restaurants at 211 Columbia St and 300 Ontario St, a real estate office at 26 White St, a storage shed at 77 Ontario St, a wine bottling operation at 26 Washington Ave, an artist space at 60 Remsen St, and additional apartments at 100 N. Mohawk St. The board tabled the site plan and special use permit for an auto repair garage at 640 Saratoga St pending further investigation. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Approved change of use to restaurant at 211 Columbia St (unanimous)
• Approved change of use to Filipino restaurant at 300 Ontario St with caveat to provide exhaust fan engineering docs (unanimous)
• Approved change of use to real estate office at 26 White St (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 8x30 storage shed at 77 Ontario St (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for wine bottling at 26 Washington Ave with no retail traffic (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for artist space at 60 Remsen St (unanimous)
• Approved additional 24 apartments at 100 N. Mohawk St (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan and special use permit for auto repair garage at 640 Saratoga St (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider three contracts: a sewer line on Bedford St., paving work for parks, and a floating solar project. All items are up for approval.

• Contract with Arnold Construction for Bedford St. sewer line, $69,490.00
• Bid from HMA Paving for parks, $360,430.00
• Contract with Rettew Engineering for floating solar project, $222,706.00

The Board of Managers unanimously approved three contracts: a $69,490 sewer line completion with Arold Construction, a $360,430 park rehabilitation bid with HMA Paving, and a $222,706 floating solar project contract with National Grid. All motions passed with all members voting 'AYE'.

• Approved $69,490 contract with Arold Construction for Bedford Street CSO sewer line (unanimous)
• Approved $360,430 bid from HMA Paving for Greenbriar and Sunset Parks rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $222,706 contract with National Grid for floating solar project (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will meet to accept and open bids regarding park improvements. The agenda also includes approval for the auction of miscellaneous equipment.

• Opening of bids for Park Improvements
• Approval of auction for miscellaneous equipment

The Board of Managers approved the auction of miscellaneous Department of Public Works (DPW) equipment by unanimous vote. Bids for park improvements were received and opened, but no action was taken on them during the meeting. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved auction of miscellaneous DPW equipment (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including contracts for computer and telephone system upgrades, playground equipment for Greenbriar Park, and grants for the Hudson River Waterfront Park and a proposed Floating Solar Array. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Resolution No. 26: Engage NorDutch Technologies for computer system upgrades
• Resolution No. 27: Purchase products/services for telephone system upgrade
• Resolution No. 28: Purchase playground equipment for Greenbriar Park
• Resolution No. 29: Accept National Grid grant for Hudson River Waterfront Park construction
• Resolution No. 30: Accept Center for Economic Growth grant for Floating Solar Array

The Common Council approved six resolutions, including contracts for computer and telephone system upgrades, playground equipment for Greenbriar Park, and grants for the Hudson River Waterfront Park and a proposed floating solar array. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member excused. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public opposition or debate.

• Approved Resolution 26: Nordutch Technologies computer system upgrade (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 27: Telephone system upgrade purchase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 28: Playground equipment for Greenbriar Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 29: National Grid grant for Hudson River Waterfront Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 30: Center for Economic Growth grant for floating solar array (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 31: RETTEW Engineering services for floating solar array (5-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will consider approving minutes from its April 18 meeting, two recurring street closures for events, a driveway with curb cut, and removal of a traffic sign. These are the items on the agenda for the May 23, 2022 meeting.

• Street closure on Remsen Street from Columbia to Cayuga for 'Eat in the Street' Fridays, May 27–Sep 16, 2022, requested by Steve Napier for Cohoes LDC
• Street closure on Remsen Street from Ontario to Cayuga for 'Rock the Block' Thursdays, Jun 16–Aug 4, 2022, requested by Amanda Primeau
• Driveway with curb cut at 378 Saratoga Street, requested by Hoffman Development Corp
• Removal of 'No Turn on Red' sign southbound on Mohawk Street at Ontario Street, requested by Mayor Keeler

The Cohoes Traffic Commission approved street closures for Eat-in-the-Street on Remsen Street between Columbia and Ontario Streets, denying the extension to Cayuga Street, and approved closures for Rock the Block on Remsen and Seneca Streets. The commission also approved plans for a carwash facility at 378 Saratoga Street and removed a No Turn on Red sign on southbound Mohawk Street at Ontario Street. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Eat-in-the-Street closures on Remsen Street between Columbia and Ontario Streets, Fridays 4:30-9:30 PM, May 20-September 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Denied extension of Eat-in-the-Street closures to Cayuga Street (unanimous)
• Approved Rock the Block closures on Remsen Street (Ontario to Oneida) and Seneca Street (Remsen to Keybank exit), Thursdays 3-10 PM, June 16-August 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved carwash facility plans at 378 Saratoga Street, dated March 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Removed southbound Mohawk Street No Turn on Red sign at Ontario Street intersection (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes from the previous meeting, non-competitive employment applications, and examination applicants. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting
• Review of non-competitive employment applications
• Review of examination applicants
• New business

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider two applications: signage and exterior lights for JayAnn's Printing Spot at 300 Ontario Street, and an emergency façade repair at 143 Remsen Street required by code enforcement. The board will also consider the minutes from its March 15, 2022 meeting.

• 300 Ontario Street: signage and two exterior lights for JayAnn's Printing Spot
• 143 Remsen Street: emergency soffit and fascia repair by Form & Forge Corp.
• Repair at 143 Remsen Street required immediately by City of Cohoes Code Enforcement
• Consideration of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board approved a sign and light addition for a printing business at 300 Ontario Street, and approved exterior renovations at 143 Remsen Street with the condition that the work match the existing appearance. The board also discussed upcoming city projects, including Remsen Street Phase III construction and delays for White Street due to budget overruns.

• Approved sign and light addition at 300 Ontario Street (4-0)
• Approved exterior renovations at 143 Remsen Street, conditioned on in-kind appearance (4-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss several potential projects and contracts, including computer and phone system upgrades, park improvements, and a floating solar array. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of computer system upgrades by Nordutch Technologies
• Discussion of phone system upgrades by Meridian IT
• Discussion of Greenbriar Park courts and play equipment modernization
• Discussion of National Grid Adopt-a-Park funds for Hudson River Waterfront Park
• Discussion of engineering contract with RETTEW Engineering for Floating Solar Array

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will meet to consider approving the letting of bids for two municipal parks. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 A.M.

• Approval of bids for 2 municipal parks

The Board of Managers voted unanimously to allow the letting of bids for renovations to Greenbriar and Sunset Parks. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved motion to allow bid letting for Greenbriar and Sunset Park renovations (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will review several ordinances and resolutions including a shared services agreement with Green Island and a contract for the Remsen Street Phase III Project. The meeting also includes decisions on computer system upgrades and a settlement of pending litigation.

• Easement acceptance at 54 Garner Street
• CarShare Program license for Mobility Development Operations, LLC
• Bike Share Memorandum of Understanding with CDTA
• Remsen Street Phase III Project contract with Callahan Industries
• Computer system upgrade contract with Nordutch Technologies

The Common Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including an easement at 54 Garner Street, a carshare license for Mobility Development Operations, appointments to the Board of Assessment Review, a shared services agreement with Green Island, a contract for the Remsen Street Phase III project, a litigation settlement, and a bike share MOU. A resolution for computer system upgrades was tabled. The meeting also included public comments on fire department concerns and racial harassment.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4 accepting easement at 54 Garner Street (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5 granting carshare license to Mobility Development Operations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 20 appointing Board of Assessment Review members (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 21 shared services agreement with Village of Green Island (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22 contract for Remsen Street Phase III with Callahan Industries (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23 litigation settlement (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution No. 24 for computer system upgrades with Nordutch Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25 bike share MOU with Capital District Transportation Authority (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers met to review a single agenda item regarding cybersecurity services. The meeting focused on approving a specific service quote for the organization.

• Approve a $14,418.00 cybersecurity quote from NorDutch Technologies

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the March 30, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes reviewing non-competitive employment applications, examination announcements, and the job specification for Fire Captain.

• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Fire Captain Job Specification
• Review of Examination Announcements

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and decide on three requests: removing two residential handicap parking signs and installing a driveway with a curb cut. The meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2022 meeting
• Removal of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 72 Continental Avenue (requested by Helen Purcell)
• Removal of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 116 Hudson Avenue (requested by Erin Vohs)
• Installation of driveway and curb cut at 42 McElwain Avenue (requested by Jane DiGirolamo)

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved the removal of two residential handicap parking signs at #72 Continental Avenue and #116 Hudson Avenue, and approved a 15-foot driveway and curb cut at 42 McElwain Avenue, contingent on a building permit and any zoning variances. The meeting was brief and all votes were unanimous.

• Approved removal of handicap parking sign at #72 Continental Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved removal of handicap parking sign at #116 Hudson Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 15-foot driveway and curb cut at 42 McElwain Avenue, contingent on building permit and zoning variances (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss the 2021 audit, the stormwater report, and several agenda items including an easement for the Vliet Street Sewer Separation project, appointments, and various grant and agreement proposals. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Presentation of 2021 Audit by Kenneth Claflin, CPA
• Discussion of 54 Garner Street easement for Vliet Street Sewer Separation project
• Discussion of HUD Community Development Fund grant for Municipal Floating Solar Demonstration Project
• Discussion of EPA State and Tribal Assistance Grant for water treatment plant remediation
• Discussion of bid award for Remsen Street Phase III project

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board is meeting to consider several change-of-use applications for new businesses on Ontario Street, a site plan for a 10-unit apartment building at 45 Johnston Avenue, and the minutes from the previous meeting. The board will decide on these items, which were previously tabled or are new applications.

• Change of Use for Family Barber Shop at 202 Ontario Street (MU-TC district)
• Change of Use for Zen Dog Grooming at 289 Ontario Street Unit #1e (MU-CC district)
• Change of Use for JayAnn's Printing Spot at 300 Ontario Street (MU-DC district)
• Site plan for 10 two-bedroom apartments at 45 Johnston Avenue (MFR district)
• Consideration of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board approved change-of-use applications for a barber shop at 202 Ontario Street, a dog grooming business at 289 Ontario Street, and a printing shop at 300 Ontario Street. The board also approved a preliminary site plan for 10 residential units at 45 Johnston Avenue, contingent on follow-up details for planting, fencing, streetscape, and lighting. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member absent.

• Approved change of use for Family Barber Shop at 202 Ontario Street (5-0)
• Approved change of use for Zen Dog Grooming at 289 Ontario Street (5-0)
• Approved change of use for printing shop at 300 Ontario Street (5-0)
• Approved preliminary site plan for 10 residential units at 45 Johnston Avenue, contingent on planting, fencing, streetscape, and lighting details (5-0)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will accept and open bids for the Remsen Street Phase III project and vote on awarding the Columbia St. Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project to Carver Construction for $3,945,645, as recommended by consultant Arcadis.

• Open bids for Remsen Street Phase III project
• Award Columbia St. Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project to Carver Construction for $3,945,645

The Board of Managers opened bids for the Remsen Street Phase III Project but did not award it. They voted unanimously to award the Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project to Carver Construction for $3,945,645.00, as recommended by consultant Arcadis. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Awarded Columbia Street Phase II Sewer Separation and Green Infrastructure project to Carver Construction for $3,945,645.00 (unanimous)
• Opened bids for Remsen Street Phase III Project; no award made

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review non-competitive and provisional employment applications. The meeting also includes a review of the duties statement for a new Campus Safety Monitor position.

• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications
• Review of Provisional Employment Applications
• Review of New Position Duties Statement – Campus Safety Monitor
• Review of Transfer Request – City Police Officer
• Update on upcoming Civil Service Examination

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will review two variance applications. The board will also consider the minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting.

• Area Variance request for eight variances at 45 Johnston Avenue
• Use Variance request for 3 Platt Street to add two basement units
• Proposed rezoning of 3 Platt Street from R-1 to MFR Multi-Family Residential

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals approved seven of eight area variances for converting the former St. Agnes School at 45 Johnston Avenue into 16 market-rate apartments, but denied the variance allowing more than 10 dwelling units per building. The board then voted to table that denial, allowing the applicant to return with a revised proposal. The board also denied a use variance to add two apartments at 3 Platt Street, citing the R-1 zoning and the nonconforming use.

• Approved variance #1: lot size reduction from 10,000 to 9,000 sq ft (3-2)
• Approved variance #2: front setback from 5 ft to 0 ft (4-1)
• Approved variance #3: side setback from 10 ft to 0 ft (4-1)
• Approved variance #4: rear setback from 20 ft to approx. 3 ft (4-1)
• Approved variance #5: lot coverage relief from 50% to 90% (4-1)
• Approved variance #6: greenspace relief from 50% to 10% (4-1)
• Approved variance #7: greenspace relief from 1,600 to 1,200 sq ft (4-1)
• Denied variance #8: dwelling unit increase from 10 to 16 (2-3), then tabled the denial (5-0)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will discuss appointing members to the Board of Assessment Review and vote on several items, including an ordinance to resurface streets, a resolution for a National Grid street restoration agreement, an excess workers' compensation insurance contract, and a grant for body-worn cameras. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Ordinance No. 3 authorizing resurfacing/repaving of certain streets
• Resolution No. 17 authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with National Grid for street restoration
• Resolution No. 18 approving excess workers' compensation and employment liability indemnity insurance contract
• Resolution No. 19 accepting subaward grant from Justice and Security Strategies, Inc. for body-worn cameras
• Discussion on appointment of members to Board of Assessment Review

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its February 28, 2022 meeting, and to consider several traffic-related items. These include street closures for the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and Half Marathon, a sign change on Columbia and Walnut Streets, and a dedicated parking space for an electric vehicle charging station.

• Approval of minutes from February 28, 2022 meeting
• Street closures on October 9, 2022 for Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and Half Marathon, requested by Barbara Sorrell of Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club
• Removal of 'No Parking Here to Comer' sign and installation of 'No Stopping Here to Comer' sign on north side of Columbia Street and west side of Walnut Street
• Dedicated parking space in front of ChargePoint station at 67 Remsen Street, requested by CDTA

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved street closures for the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon and Hannaford Half Marathon on October 9, 2022, contingent on insurance and a city permit. They also approved installing a No Stopping Here To Corner sign on Columbia Street at Walnut Street, and dedicated a parking space and charging station at 67 Remsen Street for CDTA's Carshare program. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved street closures for marathon on Oct 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved No Stopping Here To Corner sign on Columbia Street (unanimous)
• Approved dedicated CDTA Carshare parking space at 67 Remsen Street (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet to consider two applications: window replacement at 170 Remsen Street and a facade renovation at 45 Johnston Avenue. The board will also review minutes from its February 15, 2022 meeting. Public comments are due by March 14, 2022.

• 170 Remsen Street: replace two second-floor double-hung windows on south side, colors from Acceptable Color Palette
• 45 Johnston Avenue: facade renovation including brick re-pointing, concrete patching, cleaning, window replacement, new door hardware, roof replacement in-kind
• Consideration of February 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will review multiple applications for site plan approvals and changes of use. Items include proposals for new residential units, a garage construction, and new business tenants.

• Site Plan Review for a 34’x36’ garage at 426 Columbia Street
• Change of Use/New Tenant application to create 6 apartments at 288 Saratoga Street
• Change of Use/New Tenant application for a studio apartment at 37-39 Harmony Street
• Change of Use/New Tenant application for Family Barber Shop at 202 Ontario Street
• Site plan approval for 16 residential units at 45 Johnston Avenue

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss resurfacing certain city streets and a sewer separation project. The special meeting includes a resolution to approve a contract with New Castle Paving, LLC for the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor project.

• Discussion of street resurfacing and/or repaving
• Resolution No. 16: Contract approval for Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail project with New Castle Paving, LLC
• Vliet Street Phase 3 sewer separation discussion

The Common Council approved Resolution No. 16 for 2022, authorizing a contract with New Castle Paving, LLC for the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project. The vote was unanimous among the six members present. The council then entered executive session to discuss a personnel matter, but no votes were taken during that session.

• Approved contract with New Castle Paving, LLC for Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned from executive session with no voting (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is reviewing several contracts for infrastructure and facility improvements. This includes a large-scale paving project and renovation agreements for City Hall and the Police Station.

• Award of Vliet St. Phase 3 to New Castle Paving LLC for $2,390,250.00
• Amendment with CT Male for City Hall up to $4,960.00
• Agreement with CT Male for Police Station renovation for $19,340.00

The Board of Managers unanimously approved three items: awarding the Vliet St. Phase 3 construction contract to New Castle Paving, LLC for $2,390,250.00; approving a CT Male amendment for City Hall scope of work not to exceed $4,960.00; and approving a CT Male A&E design amendment for Police Station Renovations for $19,340.00. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded Vliet St. Phase 3 project to New Castle Paving, LLC for $2,390,250.00 (unanimous)
• Approved CT Male amendment for City Hall scope of work, not to exceed $4,960.00 (unanimous)
• Approved CT Male A&E design amendment for Police Station Renovations for $19,340.00 (unanimous)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 24, 2022 meeting and to consider a request for "No Parking" signs on the east side of River Street south of Ontario Street, as requested by Councilman Justin Alesio. The agenda is otherwise brief and procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 24, 2022 meeting
• Consideration of "No Parking" signs on east side of River Street south of Ontario Street (Attachment A), requested by Councilman Justin Alesio

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider a pending complaint (No. 22-1) and to approve the minutes from its January 31, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise limited to routine procedural items.

• Review of Complaint No. 22-1
• Approval of January 31, 2022 meeting minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics approved the minutes from its January 31, 2022 meeting and discussed Complaint No. 22-1. The board found the submitted documentation did not reflect ethics issues and the complainant did not attend or send a representative. By unanimous vote, the board decided there was insufficient evidence to confirm or deny any alleged ethics violations. The next meeting date was left undetermined.

• Approved January 31, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Dismissed Complaint No. 22-1 for insufficient evidence (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to review bids for the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project and Remsen St Phase III. The agenda also includes approving a contract with CDTA and awarding chemical bids.

• Open bids for Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project
• Approve $12,500 contract with CDTA for Bike Share
• Approve letting of bids for Remsen St Phase III
• Award chemical bids updated by gallon price

The Board of Managers opened bids for the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project and referred them to the City Engineer for review. The board approved a $12,500 agreement with CDTA for the 2020-2021 bike share program, approved letting bids for the Remsen St. Phase I project, and awarded chemical bids to multiple companies.

• Opened bids for Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Corridor Project; referred to City Engineer for review
• Approved agreement with CDTA for 2020-2021 bike share program for $12,500
• Approved letting of bids for Remsen St. Phase I project
• Awarded chemical bids to Holland Company, Inc., Slack Chemical Co., Inc., and Surpass Chemical Company, Inc.

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting monthly to review minutes, employment applications, and examination applicants. They will also acknowledge state approval of local civil service rules and review 2021 annual reports and fees for submission to New York State Civil Service.

• Review of minutes from the 1/24/2022 monthly meeting
• Review of non-competitive and provisional employment applications
• Acknowledgment of NYS Civil Service approval of Cohoes Civil Service Rules
• Review of 2021 annual report and annual fees report for submission to NYSCS
• Update on upcoming civil service examinations

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The board approved exterior renovations at 50 Remsen Street, including window replacements, brick cleaning, and removal of a second-floor addition, after the applicant agreed to use a canvas awning instead of metal. The board also approved a sign for a Brazilian Mini Mart at 146 Remsen Street. The December 21, 2021 meeting minutes were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved exterior renovations at 50 Remsen Street, including window replacements, brick cleaning, and removal of a second-floor addition, with a canvas awning.
• Approved a sign for a Brazilian Mini Mart at 146 Remsen Street, using colors from the historic palette.
• Approved the December 21, 2021 meeting minutes.

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider six specific development applications, including new apartment buildings and commercial delis. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting. No dollar amounts or specific vote outcomes are listed in the agenda.

• Full approval application for a three-unit apartment dwelling at 195 Saratoga Street
• Change of use application for 'Brazilian Mini Mart' deli at 146 Remsen Street
• Application to open a gourmet deli and five apartments at 239 Remsen Street
• Site plan review for a 34’x36’ garage at 426 Columbia Street
• Change of use application for six apartments at 288 Saratoga Street

The Cohoes Planning Board approved several applications, including a change of use for a three-unit apartment at 195R Saratoga Street, a floor plan review for three apartments at 171 Remsen Street, a new Brazilian Mini Mart at 146 Remsen Street, and a change of use for five apartments and a gourmet market at 239 Remsen Street. The board also approved a change of use for a six-unit apartment building at 288 Saratoga Street with a caveat for additional infrastructure. A site plan review for a garage at 426 Columbia Street was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved change of use/new tenant application for 195R Saratoga Street (3-unit apartment).
• Approved floor plan review for 171 Remsen Street (3 apartments) with parking exemption.
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for 146 Remsen Street (Brazilian Mini Mart).
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for 239 Remsen Street (5 apartments and gourmet market) with parking relief.
• Tabled site plan review for 426 Columbia Street (garage) until next meeting.
• Approved change of use/new tenant application for 288 Saratoga Street (6-unit apartment) with caveat for additional infrastructure.
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2022 meeting.

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council held a workshop to discuss street repaving, various state grants for parks and infrastructure, and the status of Saratoga Sites. During the special meeting, the Council formally voted to accept funding for the Historic City Hall Roof Restoration and approved the purchase of a new brush bandit for the Department of Public Works.

• Resolution No. 10 accepting OPRHP funding for Historic City Hall Roof Restoration
• Resolution No. 11 approving purchase of one Intimidator 18XP brush bandit
• Discussion of Climate Smart Communities grant for White Street streetscape
• Discussion of Local Waterfront Revitalization Program grant for Hudson Waterfront Park
• Discussion of resurfacing and repaving certain city streets

The Common Council held a special meeting and passed two resolutions. It accepted state funding for the Historic City Hall roof restoration project and approved the purchase of a brush bandit for the Department of Public Works. Both resolutions passed unanimously.

• Accepted NYS funding for Historic City Hall roof restoration (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Intimidator 18XP Brush Bandit with attachments for DPW (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will consider approving several professional services agreements and a DPW equipment purchase. These include a firehouse study, architectural services, and a supplement for a railroad crossing project.

• Open bids for water filtration chemicals
• Professional services agreement with CT Male for Central Ave Firehouse study, $26,580
• Professional services agreement with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson for architectural and historic preservation services, up to $7,600
• Professional services agreement with Barton & Loguidice for RR Crossing A-E supplement, $7,047 from NYSDOT
• Purchase of DPW equipment from Robert Finke for $67,944.80

The Board of Managers tabled a Professional Services agreement with CT Male for the Central Ave. Firehouse study. They approved a $7,600 agreement with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson for library architectural and historic preservation services, a $7,047 supplement with Barton & Loguidice for RR Crossings, and a $67,944.80 woodchipper purchase for DPW. All votes were unanimous.

• Tabled Professional Services agreement with CT Male for Central Ave. Firehouse study
• Approved $7,600 agreement with Lacey Thaler Reilly Wilson for library services
• Approved $7,047 supplement with Barton & Loguidice for RR Crossings
• Approved $67,944.80 woodchipper purchase from Robert Finke for DPW

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics will meet to review the minutes from the January 10, 2022 meeting and consider Complaint No. 21-1. No other specific agenda items were listed for this session.

• Consideration of Complaint No. 21-1

The Cohoes Board of Ethics unanimously approved the minutes of its January 10, 2022 meeting. The board discussed Complaint No. 21-1 and, after reviewing the complainant's documentation, unanimously decided there was insufficient evidence to confirm or deny the allegation. The board also agreed to send a letter to the mayor regarding attendance of city employees at board meetings when requested.

• Approved minutes of January 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Closed Complaint No. 21-1 due to insufficient evidence (unanimous)
• Agreed to send letter to mayor about city employee attendance at board meetings

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the conveyance of real property at 64 Chestnut Street, budget amendments for fiscal years 2021 and 2022, and acceptance of state funding for the Historic City Hall Roof Restoration project. The agenda also includes a quarterly report from the Director of Community and Economic Development and routine items such as approving minutes and designating the official newspaper.

• Ordinance No. 1: Approving conveyance of real property at 64 Chestnut Street
• Resolution No. 6: Amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2021
• Resolution No. 7: Amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2022
• Resolution No. 8: Accepting funding from NYS OPRHP for Historic City Hall Roof Restoration
• Resolution No. 4: Directing Assessor to grant certain exemptions on 2022 Assessment Roll

The Common Council approved all items on the agenda, including the conveyance of property at 64 Chestnut Street, several resolutions, and budget amendments for 2021 and 2022. They also approved an inter-municipal agreement with Green Island for fire department management services. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Council Member Russell excused.

• Approved conveyance of real property at 64 Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved The Record as official newspaper (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Cohoes Library Board of Trustees (5-0)
• Approved 2022 assessment roll exemptions for qualifying property owners (5-0)
• Approved revocable licenses for youth leagues and service organizations (5-0)
• Approved 2021 budget amendment with transfers (5-0)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment with transfers (5-0)
• Approved inter-municipal fire management agreement with Green Island (5-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and decide on several traffic-related requests, including new parking restrictions and a temporary street closure for a charity event.

• No Parking Here to Corner signs on both sides of Simmons Avenue south of Columbia Street
• Residential Handicap Parking sign at 27 Lancaster Street
• No Parking signs on the right side of Central Avenue from 168 to 158 Central Avenue
• No Parking signs on the east side of River Street south of Ontario Street
• Street closure of Remsen Street from Columbia Street to Ontario Street on March 26, 2022, 7am-5pm for the 12th Annual Mac-n-Cheese Bowl

The Cohoes Traffic Commission approved installing No Parking Here to Corner signs on both sides of Simmons Avenue at Columbia Street, approved a residential handicap parking sign at 27 Lancaster Street, and approved a street closure for the Mac-n-Cheese Bowl on Remsen Street. It denied a request for no parking signs on Central Avenue from #158 to #168, and tabled a request for no parking signs on River Street pending further discussion with business owners and residents.

• Approved No Parking Here to Corner signs on Simmons Avenue at Columbia Street (unanimous)
• Approved residential handicap parking sign at 27 Lancaster Street (unanimous)
• Denied no parking signs on Central Avenue from #158 to #168 (unanimous)
• Tabled no parking signs on River Street between Ontario Street and Breslin Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved street closure on Remsen Street for Mac-n-Cheese Bowl on March 26, 2022, 6 AM-5 PM (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes, employment applications, and examination results. Key items include certifying results for the Police Lieutenant exam #72322 and discussing upcoming civil service examinations.

• Certification of examination results for Police Lieutenant #72322
• Review of non-competitive and provisional employment applications
• Review of job specifications and examination applicants
• Update on upcoming civil service examinations

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is holding a workshop to discuss four items: designating official newspapers, confirming Library Board appointments, exempting the 2022 assessment roll for property owners, and revocable licenses for youth leagues and public service organizations using city property. These are discussion items, not final votes.

• Discussion on designation of newspapers
• Confirmation of appointments to the Library Board
• Exemption of 2022 assessment roll to property owners
• Revocable licenses for use of city property with youth leagues and public service organizations

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet virtually to consider two applications: a subdivision of a parcel at 4 Platt Street and a site plan modification for a proposed carwash at 378 Saratoga Street. The board will also approve minutes from the November 8, 2021 meeting.

• Subdivision of 21,600 SF parcel at 4 Platt Street into two lots (11,475.6 SF and 10,124.4 SF) for existing and potential dwellings
• Site plan modification for Hoffman Carwash at 378 Saratoga Street: building size reduced from 140' to 120', new 14'x10' heated shed, two fewer parking spaces, and shifts to carwash entrance and flagpole
• Public comments accepted via email or mail until January 2, 2022

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a minor subdivision at 4 Platt Street, allowing the owner to split a half-acre lot for a future single-family home. The board also approved site plan modifications for Hoffman Car Wash at 378 Saratoga Street and granted preliminary approval for a change of use at 195 Saratoga Street, converting vacant land to a three-unit apartment building. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved minor subdivision at 4 Platt Street (5-0)
• Approved site plan modifications for Hoffman Car Wash at 378 Saratoga Street (5-0)
• Granted preliminary approval for change of use at 195 Saratoga Street to 3-unit apartment (5-0)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics is meeting to handle old and new business. They will review minutes from a prior meeting, consider Complaint No. 21-1, elect a chairperson, and discuss the 2021 annual report. The agenda is procedural and does not include public hearings or detailed proposals.

• Consideration of Complaint No. 21-1
• Election of Chairperson
• Consideration of the 2021 Annual Report of the Board
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2021 meeting

The Board of Ethics tabled Complaint No. 21-1 to allow the subject to discuss the matter with the board, despite the chair's opposition. The board also approved its 2021 annual report and re-elected Charles Valenti as chairperson for a one-year term.

• Approved minutes of Nov 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Complaint No. 21-1 (majority vote, chair opposed)
• Approved 2021 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Re-elected Charles Valenti as Chairperson for one year (unanimous)
• Elected Deborah Gilchrist to act for chair in absence for one year (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to approve the letting of bids for two projects: the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Project (Vliet St. Phase 3) and filtration plant chemicals. The bid opening for the bike trail is set for February 18, 2022, and for the chemicals on February 4, 2022. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approve letting of bids for Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Project (Vliet St. Phase 3), bid date February 18, 2022
• Approve letting of bids for filtration plant chemicals, opening February 4, 2022

The Board of Managers voted unanimously to allow the letting of bids for the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Project (Vliet St. Phase 3), with bids due February 18, 2022, and for filtration plant chemicals, with bids due February 4, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved bid letting for Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail Green Infrastructure Project (Vliet St. Phase 3), bids due Feb 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bid letting for filtration plant chemicals, bids due Feb 4, 2022 (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council is holding its annual organization meeting to elect a President and Vice President for 2022, as required by the City Charter. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Election of Council President for 2022
• Election of Council Vice President for 2022

The Common Council held an organization meeting to elect its leadership for 2022. Council Member McCarthy was elected Council President and Council Member Alesio was elected Vice President, both by unanimous votes. The council also approved Resolution No. 1, appointing a member to the Board of Ethics.

• Elected Council Member McCarthy as Council President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Council Member Alesio as Vice President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1 appointing a Board of Ethics member (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a special meeting on January 3, 2022. The council also plans to adjourn into an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

The Common Council held an Organization Meeting to elect its leadership for 2022, unanimously choosing Council Member McCarthy as President and Council Member Alesio as Vice President. A Special Meeting followed, where Resolution No. 1 appointing a member to the Board of Ethics was approved unanimously.

• Elected Council Member McCarthy as Council President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Council Member Alesio as Vice President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1 appointing a member to the Board of Ethics (unanimous)