Cohoes public meetings in 2024

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on community development needs and a RESTORE NY grant application, then vote on five resolutions. These include authorizing the grant application, amending the FY2024 budget, ratifying a police union memorandum of agreement, selling surplus vehicles, and awarding insurance contracts.

• Public hearing on community development needs and RESTORE NY Communities Initiative grant application
• Resolution No. 61: authorizing Mayor to apply for RESTORE NY Municipal Grant funding
• Resolution No. 62: amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2024
• Resolution No. 63: ratifying a Memorandum of Agreement between the City and the Cohoes Police Officers Union
• Resolution No. 64: approving sale of surplus vehicles and equipment

The Cohoes Common Council held a public hearing and special meeting on December 17, 2024. They approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for Restore NY Communities Initiative funding, ratified a memorandum of agreement with the police union, and approved the sale of surplus vehicles and insurance contracts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 61 authorizing Restore NY grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified Memorandum of Agreement with Cohoes Police Officers Union (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved award of city insurance contracts (unanimous)

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet to approve the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes and review an application to replace exterior doors at 13 Summit Street. The transom windows will remain and the new door will be painted eggshell.

• 13 Summit St – Applicant Robert Olge seeks to replace exterior doors; transom windows kept, door painted eggshell.

The board tabled a request to replace the front door at 13 Summit Street, asking the owner to explore more historically appropriate options. They also discussed a proposal for a mixed-use development on Remsen Street fire sites, offering design feedback but taking no formal action.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled exterior door replacement at 13 Summit Street (4-0)

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet on December 16, 2024, to consider three items. They will vote on approving minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting, a request to widen an existing driveway and curb cut at 56 Simmons Avenue, and approval of tentative 2025 meeting dates. The driveway request was submitted by Pete Voris of Voris Landscaping.

• Approval of minutes from November 25, 2024 Traffic Commission meeting
• Widening of driveway and curb cut at #56 Simmons Avenue, requested by Pete Voris of Voris Landscaping
• Approval of tentative dates for 2025 Traffic Commission meetings

The Cohoes Traffic Commission unanimously approved a request to widen the driveway and add a curb cut at 56 Simmons Avenue, contingent on the applicant obtaining a city building permit if required. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting and discussed tentative 2025 meeting dates, deciding to hold future meetings at 2 PM. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved driveway widening and curb cut (10 ft to south) at 56 Simmons Ave, contingent on building permit (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meeting dates, with January 21, 2025 at 2 PM as next meeting (informational, no formal vote)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will meet to certify results for the Police Officer exam. The body will also review minutes from the November 14 meeting and evaluate non-competitive employment applications.

• Certification of Police Officer Exam # 876580
• Review of non-competitive employment applications

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting and certified the results of Police Officer Exam #876580. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 5:01 p.m., with the next meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Certified exam results for Police Officer Exam #876580 (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics met on December 11, 2024, and took action on several complaints. Complaints 24-4 and 24-5 were dismissed unanimously, and complaint 24-2 was dismissed by a 4-1 vote. Complaints 24-1 and 24-6 were tabled until the January 2025 meeting. The board also approved minutes from November 13, 2024, and discussed email access and future meeting schedules.

• Dismissed complaint 24-4 (unanimous)
• Dismissed complaint 24-5 (unanimous)
• Dismissed complaint 24-2 (4-1, LeQue dissenting)
• Tabled complaints 24-1 and 24-6 until January 2025 meeting
• Accepted minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting
• Retrieved email passwords; chair to reset and share with members

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

At a workshop and special meeting, the Common Council will discuss and vote on an ordinance to amend chapter 215 of the city code regarding short-term rentals. They will also consider a resolution amending the 2024 annual budget and a resolution to confirm appointments to the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees.

• Ordinance No. 11 – Amending Chapter 215 on short-term rentals
• Resolution No. 59 – Amending the fiscal year 2024 annual budget
• Resolution No. 60 – Confirming appointments to the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees

The Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 11, amending Chapter 215 of the city code regarding short-term rentals. They also approved Resolution No. 59, amending the 2024 annual budget, and Resolution No. 60, confirming appointments to the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance No. 11 amending short-term rental regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 59 amending the 2024 annual budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 60 confirming Library Board of Trustees appointments (unanimous)

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will vote on minutes from November 4, 2024, and consider a change of use application for a new tenant at 12 White Street (also known as 159 Remsen Street Storefront C) — Pretty Ink Artistry, which would offer permanent make-up, facials, and lashes. The public may submit comments by 3 pm on December 9 via email or mail.

• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Change of use application for Pretty Ink Artistry at 12 White St / 159 Remsen St Storefront C for permanent make-up, facials, lashes

The Cohoes Planning Board approved a change of use/new tenant application for a permanent makeup studio at 12 White Street (aka 159 Remsen Street Storefront C), allowing Elizhane Parson to operate a beauty business by appointment Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 8 PM. The board also voted to deny the request to extend hours at 20 White Street, keeping the current operating hours of 9 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 8 PM Sunday, while allowing adult workshops and activities but prohibiting advertising related to alcohol or 420-friendly/smoking.

• Approved change of use/new tenant for permanent makeup studio at 12 White Street (unanimous)
• Denied extension of hours at 20 White Street; kept 9 AM-10 PM Mon-Sat, 10 AM-8 PM Sun (unanimous)
• Allowed adult workshops/activities at 20 White Street with condition of no alcohol/420 advertising (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the sale and redevelopment of 169 Mohawk Street in Cohoes. The agenda includes supporting documents and maps for the property. This item is the sole focus of the meeting.

• Discussion of RFP for sale and redevelopment of 169 Mohawk St, Cohoes, NY 12047
• Supporting documents: 169 MOHAWK RFP.PDF, LIBRARY MAP.PDF, BOM AGENDA REQUEST 169 MOHAWK STREET.PDF

The Board of Managers approved a contract with Albany County to accept grant funds for a park update. The motion was made by Michael Durocher, seconded by Jim Bouchard, and passed unanimously. The board also discussed the sale and redevelopment of 169 Mohawk St., with the mayor noting $2.5 million is available for repairs to the bank building. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved contract with Albany County for park update grant funds (unanimous)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the powers of the Traffic Commission and the establishment of a maximum speed limit. The meeting includes votes on local laws, budget amendments, and various city contracts.

• Public hearing on Chapter 82 amendment regarding Traffic Commission duties and maximum speed limits
• Introduction of a Local Law regarding short term rentals
• Ordinance No. 10 regarding fees for the Residential Waste Collection Program
• Resolution No. 53 to amend the annual budget for fiscal year 2024
• Contracts for Water Treatment Filter upgrades and the purchase of trucks

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Traffic Commission will meet to review minutes from a previous meeting and discuss a request for a new traffic sign. The body is considering the installation of a 'Do Not Block Side Road' sign at a specific intersection.

• Installation of a State Law Do Not Block Side Road sign on eastbound Columbia Street at the Broadway intersection

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will open bids for the redevelopment of the industrial property known as Saratoga Sites. They will also vote on the purchase of three trucks for the Department of Public Works.

• Opening bids for redevelopment of Saratoga Sites industrial property.
• Approval of purchase of three DPW trucks: a 550 rack truck, a 600 dump Galion, and a second 600 dump truck.

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider several applications for business signage and residential window replacements. The board will also review minutes from a September 24, 2024 special meeting.

• 122 Remsen St: Request for a sign, bracket, and window decals for Alchemy Studios & Salon
• 204 Remsen St: Request for a Munchy Mart sign on an existing bracket
• 50 Mohawk St: Request to replace the Tech Valley Office Interiors sign with 'TVOI'
• 12 White St (159 Remsen St): Request to replace signs over the door and windows
• 188 Mohawk St: Request to replace deteriorated mismatched windows on a dwelling

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed local law setting a maximum speed limit, filter bed media replacement, short-term rental regulations, and the purchase of a plow equipment package for the Department of Public Works. In the special meeting, they will vote on Ordinance No. 8 approving the City of Cohoes 2025 Annual Estimate, along with resolutions to appoint Commissioners of Deeds and authorize the plow purchase.

• Introduction of local law setting maximum speed limit in City of Cohoes
• Discussion of filter bed media replacement project
• Discussion of short-term rental regulations
• Approval of Ordinance No. 8 – 2025 Annual Estimate (city budget)
• Purchase of one Henderson plow equipment package for Department of Public Works

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to award contracts for filter bed media replacement and engineering services. Members will also discuss a change order for a floating solar project and the auction of surplus DPW equipment.

• Award Water Filter Bed Media Replacement to W M J Keller & Sons for $69,119.00
• AE design and construction services by Adirondack Mountain Engineering for $25,000.00
• Change order for Floating solar Project leak work by FANE for $20,938.00
• Auction of surplus DPW vehicles and equipment

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will review four development proposals at its November 4 meeting. Items include an expansion at Bye-I Brewing, reopening a car repair garage, a discussion on a project at 385 Saratoga Street, and plans to build 2-3 unit residential dwellings on vacant lots at 102 & 104 Ontario Street. The board will also consider approval of the October 7 meeting minutes.

• 151 Saratoga St.: Expansion of Bye-I Brewing with kitchen, indoor/outdoor seating, and bar addition
• 231 Saratoga St.: Reopening car repair garage with 8AM–5PM Mon–Sat hours
• 385 Saratoga St.: Discussion item on Paul Bonaquisti’s project
• 102 & 104 Ontario St.: Proposal to construct 2–3 unit residential dwellings with off-street parking

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution to amend the appendices of the City of Cohoes Civil Service Rules. The proposal involves adding several positions under the NY HELPS program.

• Resolution to add Confidential Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Education Services (NY HELPS)
• Resolution to add Network Administrator (School) (NY HELPS)
• Resolution to add Senior Typist, Maintenance Mechanic, and Custodial/Groundskeeper (NY HELPS)
• Resolution to add Senior Account Clerk Typist and Payroll Examiner (NY HELPS)
• Resolution to add Senior Code Enforcement Officer and Code Officer (NY HELPS)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will meet to certify exam results for Police Sergeant #75928. The body will also review upcoming exams and non-competitive employment applications.

• Certification of Exam Results – Police Sergeant #75928
• Upcoming exam: Senior Code Enforcement Officer
• Upcoming exam: Network Administrator (school)
• Review of Non-Competitive Employment Applications

Personnel & Public Safety Committee

The Personnel & Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss infrastructure and safety updates. The agenda includes conversations with the Fire Chief, Police Chief, and DPW workers.

• Firehouse upgrade options with Chief Fahd
• City crime and department updates with Chief Waldin
• DPW worker safety concerns

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will meet to consider three resolutions. These include a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024 and a solid waste disposal agreement.

• Resolution No. 48: Amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Resolution No. 49: Ratifying a memorandum of agreement with the CSEA DPW unit
• Resolution No. 50: Approving a solid waste disposal agreement with Capital Region Landfills, Inc.

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to open bids for a water treatment plant filter bed and approve several service agreements. The body will consider contracts for raw water pump station upgrades and park funding.

• Bids for WTP Filter Bed 5
• Contract with Albany County for Park Update grant funds
• Service Agreement with Adirondack Mountain Engineering, PC for Raw Water Pump Station and Tank Upgrades
• Approval of Dump Truck Equipment
• Non-Hazardous waste disposal Agreement

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Annual Estimate (budget). The workshop will discuss purchasing a truck chassis for the Department of Public Works, a contract for drug and alcohol testing for employees with commercial driver's licenses, recommendations on short-term rentals, and city speed limits. The special meeting will vote on two resolutions: approving the purchase of one 2025 Western Star 47X chassis for DPW, and approving a drug/alcohol testing contract.

• Public hearing on 2025 Annual Estimate (budget)
• Resolution No. 46: Approve purchase of one 2025 Western Star 47X 4x2 chassis for Department of Public Works
• Resolution No. 47: Approve contract for drug and alcohol testing of City employees with commercial driver's licenses
• Discussion of Community Development committee recommendations on short-term rentals
• Discussion regarding speed limit on city streets

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider a change of use application to convert a building at 220 Remsen St. into a convenience store that also sells hot foods. They will also review a special use permit request for a home occupation at 14 Edward St. The board will approve the minutes from the September 9th meeting.

• Change of use application for a convenience/grocery store with hot foods at 220 Remsen St. (applicant Abdul Haseeb)
• Special use permit for a home occupation at 14 Edward St. (applicant Robert Brown)
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Traffic Commission will consider approving minutes from August, several sign requests on Ontario and Willow Streets, and multiple temporary street closures for city-sponsored events. The closures include the Halloween Parade/Trunk or Treat, Small Business Saturday, the Tree Lighting Ceremony, and the Turkey Trot.

• No Parking Here To Corner sign on Ontario Street
• Removal of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 214 Ontario Street
• Installation of Residential Handicap Parking sign at 4 Willow Street
• Temporary street closures for Halloween Trunk or Treat event on Remsen Street (Oct 25, 6-9 PM)
• Temporary street closures for Turkey Trot (Nov 28, 7 AM-12 PM)

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Cohoes Board of Managers will discuss the 2025 tentative budget and consider several proposals. They will review the purchase of a 2025 Western Star plow chassis and approve a lighting project at Lansing's Park. Additionally, they will vote on a $42,000 contract with CT Male for water treatment plant leak detection.

• Discussion of the 2025 tentative budget
• Purchase of 2025 Western Star Plow Chassis (chassis only)
• Approval of lighting project at Lansing's Park
• Approval of CT Male proposal for WTP leak detection not to exceed $42,000

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will consider four items: a resolution amending the 2024 fiscal year budget, two resolutions authorizing contracts for building projects (City Hall window replacement and Music Hall exterior restoration), and an ordinance amending street repaving authorizations. Public comment will be heard before votes.

• Resolution No. 43: Amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Resolution No. 44: Authorizing contract with C.T. Male Associates for City Hall Window Replacement Project design services
• Resolution No. 45: Authorizing contract with Thaler Reilly Wilson Architecture and Preservation for Cohoes Music Hall exterior restoration
• Ordinance No. 7: Amending authorization for resurfacing/repaving of certain streets

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will hold a special meeting on September 24, 2024, to approve minutes from August 20 and review an application for a bracket and sign installation at 220 Remsen Street by Vital Signs. Public comments must be submitted by September 23 at 3 pm.

• 220 Remsen Street – applicant Abdul Haseeb seeks approval for a bracket and sign installed by Vital Signs

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to discuss the 2025 tentative budget and budget transfers. The agenda also includes reviews of proposals for City Hall window design and the Cohoes Music Hall exterior restoration project.

• CT Male proposal for City Hall window design
• Cohoes Music Hall Exterior Restoration Project
• 2025 Tentative Budget discussion
• Budget Transfers

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers approved two motions: opening bids for water treatment plant filter bed 5 and advertising a request for proposals (RFP) for the sale of Saratoga Sites. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved opening bids for WTP filter bed 5 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising RFP for sale of Saratoga Sites (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will review minutes from August 27, 2024, and consider a change in qualifications for the School District Treasurer position. The commission will also certify exam results for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant positions, and discuss upcoming exams and new business.

• Change in qualification for School District Treasurer
• Certification of exam results for Fire Captain #72336
• Certification of exam results for Fire Lieutenant #75691
• Discussion of upcoming exams
• New business items

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission approved the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes, approved a revision to the School District Treasurer qualification, and certified exam results for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant positions. The commission also noted upcoming exams and a personnel transfer.

• Approved minutes of 8/27/24 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved revision to School District Treasurer qualification (unanimous)
• Certified Fire Captain exam results #72336 (unanimous)
• Certified Fire Lieutenant exam results #75691 (unanimous)

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics met on September 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from August 14, 2024. They discussed requesting funding for five secure email accounts in the 2025 city budget. The board voted to amend and accept the final decision on complaint 24-3, denying it. Complaints 24-1 and 24-2 were discussed in executive session, while 24-4 and 24-5 were tabled.

• Approved minutes of August 14, 2024 meeting
• Requested funding for five secure email accounts in 2025 budget
• Amended and accepted final decision on complaint 24-3, denied
• Tabled complaints 24-4 and 24-5

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss city street speed limits and the formation of a new standing committee. The body will also consider an appointment to the Library Board of Trustees and an ordinance regarding street resurfacing.

• Discussion regarding speed limit on city streets
• Discussion regarding the formation of a new standing committee
• Resolution No. 42: Appointment to the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees
• Ordinance No. 6: Amending authorization for resurfacing and/or repaving of certain streets

The Common Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved Resolution No. 42, confirming an appointment to the City of Cohoes Library Board of Trustees, and Ordinance No. 6, amending the authorization for resurfacing and/or repaving certain streets. Both items passed with all members voting 'AYE'. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 PM.

• Approved Resolution No. 42 confirming a Library Board of Trustees appointment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6 amending street resurfacing/repaving authorization (unanimous)

Office of General Services Committee

The Office of General Services Committee will hold a single-item discussion on sanitation bulk pick up prices. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a preliminary discussion only.

• Discussion of SANITATION BULK PICK UP PRICES

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board is meeting to review the August 12, 2024, meeting minutes. The board will also discuss a Change of Use Application for a property at 200 Remsen St.

• Change of Use Application for a convenience/grocery store at 200 Remsen St. presented by Hammam Sharhan

The Cohoes Planning Board unanimously approved a change-of-use application for a new grocery/convenience store at 200 Remsen Street, operated by Hammam Sharhan. The store will sell groceries, snacks, milk, and coffee, with no sit-in areas and no alcohol sales, though cigarettes will be sold. The board also approved the minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting and discussed future training sessions.

• Approved change of use for grocery store at 200 Remsen Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two area variances for a proposed two-family dwelling on a vacant lot at 65 Egbert Street. The board will also discuss possible revocation of a use variance at 55 Mohawk Street and board training. They will also approve minutes from the June 26 meeting.

• 65 Egbert Street: Applicant seeks area variances of 770 sq ft for lot size and 2'4" for lot width to build a 2-family dwelling
• Discussion regarding revocation of the Use Variance at 55 Mohawk Street
• Consideration of the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding board training

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hear quarterly reports from economic development and building/planning departments, discuss potential speed limit changes and a garbage storage/disposal code amendment, and vote on several resolutions including a FY2024 budget amendment, a labor agreement with the CSEA Clerical Unit, appointment of a City Clerk, and a contract with Amstar of Western New York, Inc. for rehabilitation of three water storage tanks.

• Quarterly reports from Director of Community and Economic Development and Commissioner of Building and Planning
• Discussion regarding speed limit on city streets
• Discussion regarding amendment to code on garbage storage and disposal
• Resolution No. 38: Amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Resolution No. 41: Awarding a contract to Amstar of Western New York, Inc. for rehabilitation of three water storage tanks

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will review and potentially approve a change in qualifications for the School District Treasurer position, as requested by the school district. They will also discuss adding or changing the title for Confidential Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services and receive an update on the Director of Facilities III canvas. Upcoming exams, including a Police Officer exam scheduled for September 28, 2024, will be discussed.

• Change in qualification for School District Treasurer position
• Review/add of change for Confidential Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services title
• Canvas for Director of Facilities III update
• Upcoming Police Officer Exam scheduled for September 28, 2024

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Traffic Commission will meet on August 26, 2024, to discuss several traffic-related items. They will consider approving the minutes from June 24, 2024. A notable item is a request to close Remsen Street and adjacent streets on October 19, 2024, from 7 AM to 5 PM for the 14 Annual Mac N Cheese Bowl. Other items include sign removals, driveway installations, and a handicap parking sign renewal.

• Street closure of Remsen Street and adjacent streets for the 14 Annual Mac N Cheese Bowl on October 19, 2024, from 7 AM to 5 PM
• Removal of a No Parking Here To Corner sign on Summit Street
• Removal of a 15 Minute Parking sign at #93 Ontario Street
• Installation of a driveway and curb cut at #113 Lancaster Street, exiting onto Lansing Street
• Re-installation of a Residential Handicap Parking sign at #105 Lancaster Street

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will discuss and potentially act on two applications: adding a third floor to a building at 42 Johnston Avenue and changing exterior signs at 135 Mohawk Street. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 23 special meeting.

• Consideration of July 23, 2024 special meeting minutes
• 135 Mohawk Street – owner Jon Briccetti seeks approval for exterior sign changes
• 42 Johnston Avenue – applicant Justin Palma seeks to add a third floor to the building

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics is meeting to review written procedures for handling complaints and advisory opinion requests. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss four specific complaints.

• Discussion of written procedures for complaints and advisory opinions
• Discussion of secure email
• Executive session regarding Complaints 24-1, 24-2, 24-4, and 24-5

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss short-term rentals, garbage disposal codes, and city street speed limits. A special meeting will follow to vote on a donation for a rescue boat and the appointment of a Deputy City Clerk.

• Resolution No. 36: Accepting donation from Brookfield Renewable U.S. for a Cohoes Fire Department rescue boat
• Resolution No. 37: Appointing a Deputy City Clerk
• Discussion on short term rentals in the City of Cohoes
• Discussion on code amendments for garbage storage and disposal
• Discussion regarding city street speed limits

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider several change of use applications for new businesses and a site plan review. The board will also hear a project presentation for 50 Delaware Avenue.

• Site Plan Review for Anthony’s Restaurant to move to 239 Remsen St
• Change of Use Application for a café at 103 Remsen St (Aria’s Emporium)
• Change of Use New Tenant Application for a Brazilian Market at 363 Saratoga St
• Change of Use New Tenant Application for Nocturnal Cookies at 190 Remsen St
• Project presentation for 50 Delaware Ave by Bohler Engineering

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will open bids for the water tank rehabilitation project. They will also consider approving an extra work order for the Manor Avenue sewer separation project, costing $12,000 upfront with $349 after reimbursement. Budget transfers are also on the agenda.

• Open and accept bids for water tank rehabilitation project
• Approve extra work order from CHA for Manor Ave. sewer separation project: $12,000 upfront, $349 after reimbursement
• Approve budget transfers (details in attached documents)

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will consider a bond ordinance to finance a Floating Solar Project. The body will also discuss short-term rentals and city street speed limits. Additionally, the council is reviewing contracts for park improvements and police station roof restoration.

• Ordinance No. 5: Floating Solar Project with estimated maximum cost of $8,750,000
• Resolution No. 33: Change order with Garland/DBS, Inc. for Police Station Roof Restoration Project
• Resolution No. 34: Contract for resurfacing basketball and tennis courts at Berkley Park
• Resolution No. 35: Contract for milling and paving basketball and tennis courts at Berkley Park
• Discussion regarding short term rentals and city street speed limits

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is holding an emergency special meeting to consider an application from Michael Durand to replace unsafe exterior stairs at 14 Garner Street. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the July 16 special meeting.

• 14 Garner Street — applicant Michael Durand seeks replacement of unsafe exterior stairs to the second-floor dwelling

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will consider three property applications: a third-floor addition at 42 Johnston Avenue, window/door replacement at 100 N. Mohawk Street, and exterior window repairs and painting at 25 White Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 18, 2024 special meeting. Public comments are accepted via email or in writing before July 18, 2024.

• 42 Johnston Ave – applicant seeks to add a 3rd floor to the building
• 100 N. Mohawk Street – applicant to replace four exterior windows and exterior door
• 25 White Street – exterior window repairs and painting
• Consideration of June 18, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes

Civil Service Commission

This monthly meeting of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission is largely procedural. The commission will review minutes from June, certify exam results for a Senior Account Clerk Typist position, and discuss a canvas for Director of Facilities III and upcoming exams.

• Review of minutes from June 18, 2024 meeting
• Certification of exam results for Senior Account Clerk Typist (#64997)
• Canvas for Director of Facilities III
• Discussion of upcoming exams

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will meet on July 8, 2024, to consider various site plan reviews and special use permits. Applications include requests for a restaurant relocation, short-term rentals, and a boat marina.

• Site Plan Review for Anthony’s Restaurant at 239 Remsen St
• Special Use Permit for short-term rentals at 114 Central Ave
• Application to construct a 30’x50’ car repair garage at 640 Saratoga St
• Change of use application for Alchemy studios & Salon at 122 Remsen St
• Special Use Permit for boat marina and storage at 30 Delaware Ave

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will consider a quote from AFSCO Fence for installation. The board will also address the bidding process for the Water Tank Rehabilitation project.

• $28,800.00 fence installation quote from AFSCO Fence
• Approval of letting bids for Water Tank Rehabilitation project

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider the May 22, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will also revisit an application for 50 Delaware Ave that was tabled at the previous meeting. This request involves a three-story building with 60 residential units and seeks relief for 50 additional units.

• Area Variance for 50 Delaware Ave to include 60 residential units
• Request for relief of 50 additional units at 50 Delaware Ave
• Proposal to eliminate the first-floor commercial aspect at 50 Delaware Ave
• Consideration of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will consider several resolutions, including an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 annual budget. The agenda also includes agreements for waste removal with the Cohoes School District and ambulance services through Mohawk Ambulance.

• Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 annual budget
• Waste removal agreement between the City of Cohoes and Cohoes School District
• Agreement with Mohawk Ambulance for ambulance services
• Appointment confirmation for the Cohoes Library Board of Trustees
• Standard workday resolution for appointed officials

Personnel & Public Safety Committee

The Personnel & Public Safety Committee will review ambulance service contract proposals for recommendation to the Common Council. The committee will also discuss fire department upgrades with Chief Fahd and police department issues.

• Ambulance service contract proposals
• Fire Department upgrades discussion with Chief Fahd
• City Clerk position posting and job description
• Police Department personnel discussion regarding city issues

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will review several requests for new stop signs and all-way signs at various intersections. The commission will also consider rescinding previous driveway approvals and reviewing residential handicap parking sign renewals or removals.

• Rescinding driveway approvals for #10 Roosevelt Boulevard and #42 McElwain Avenue
• Installation of stop signs at Main Street and Columbia Street
• Installation of stop signs at Simmons Avenue and Vliet Boulevard
• Installation of stop signs at Third Street and Bridge Avenue
• New driveway and curb cut request for #52 Sargent Street

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to approve a quote from American Parks for playground equipment in Sunset Park. The agenda also includes approved budget transfers.

• Quote from American Parks for Sunset Park playground equipment ($36,664.00)
• Approved budget transfers

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission will review minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting. The commission is also scheduled to consider approving the Director of Facilities III eligibility list and discuss upcoming exams.

• Approval of Director of Facilities III eligibility list
• Review of May 16, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of upcoming exams

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will discuss a Library Board appointment and a waste removal agreement with the Cohoes City School District. The council also reviews a bond ordinance for a sewer overflow project and a resolution regarding work hours for certain officials.

• Ordinance No. 4: Bond ordinance up to $1,720,000 for Combined Sewer Overflow project
• Agreement with Cohoes City School District for waste removal
• Appointment to the Library Board of Trustees
• Resolution No. 28 regarding standard workdays for officials without set hours

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Planning Board will consider several applications for property changes. These include requests for short-term rentals, residential conversions, and a restaurant relocation. The board will also review the May 13, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Site Plan Review to move Anthony’s Restaurant to 239 Remsen St
• Special Use Permit for short-term rentals at 114 Central Ave
• Change of use for cat boarding at 237 Remsen St
• Conversion of 105 Hudson Ave into a 2-family residence
• Construction of a 24' x 24' garage at 41 Oliver Street

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes and to review a request from Pioneer Bank to change or rebrand signs on its building at 100 Mohawk Street. Public comments may be submitted by email or in writing before the meeting.

• Consideration of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Pioneer Bank sign change/rebrand at 100 Mohawk Street

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will review an ordinance regarding the resurfacing of certain city streets. The agenda also includes a shared services agreement with Green Island and a change order for the solar array project.

• Ordinance No. 3: Authorization for street resurfacing and/or repaving
• Resolution No. 26: Shared Services agreement with the Village of Green Island
• Resolution No. 27: Change order for the solar array project construction contract

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance requests, including a proposal for a 60-unit residential building at 50 Delaware Ave, a row house at 166 Dartmouth St, and a garage at 41 Oliver St. The board will also approve minutes from its April 24 meeting.

• Area variance for 50 Delaware Ave: 3-story, 60 residential units, eliminating commercial first floor, relief for 50 additional units
• Area variance for 166 Dartmouth St: 3-unit row house, front setback relief from 5-10 ft to 33 ft for off-street parking
• Area variance for 41 Oliver St: 24x24 ft garage on existing foundation, side setback relief from 10 ft to 3 ft 6 in
• Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will consider approving minutes from its March and April meetings, then review two residential exterior projects. The board is deciding whether to approve cleaning, repair, and painting at 64 Howard Street, and window replacements at 10 Garner Street. Comments can be sent ahead of the meeting by May 20 at 3 pm.

• Consideration of March 19, 2024 and April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• 64 Howard Street: cleaning and repairing siding and trim, painting building and brick facade with Historic Colors—Newburyport Blue and white trim
• 10 Garner Street: replacing 41 windows with Anderson Series wood aluminum clad curved windows in front, Simonton 6500 series vinyl windows in tan for the rest

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will vote on several traffic-related requests, including temporary street closures for a fundraiser and a concert series, installation and removal of handicap parking signs, a new stop sign, speed limit signs, and driveway/curb cut modifications. The meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers.

• Temporary closure of Johnston Avenue between Garner and Mangam Streets on July 13 for Tacos for Life fundraiser
• Temporary closures of Remsen and Seneca Streets for Rock the Block concert series (Thursdays, June 13–August 8)
• Installation of handicap parking signs at 40 White Street, 191 Congress Street, and removal at 40 White Street
• New stop sign at Page Avenue and Ontario Street intersection; removal of two signs on Ontario Street
• Curb cut at 108 Simmons Avenue and driveway widening at 1 Lighthall Avenue

Civil Service Commission

This is a regular Civil Service Commission meeting. The agenda contains no listed discussion items or actions, only the meeting time and a reference to a document. It appears to be procedural in nature.

• No specific items listed on the agenda

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss the Little “C” Floatable Control Project and ambulance services. The council will consider resolutions regarding environmental declarations for the Little “C” project and an amendment to the 2024 annual budget. Discussions also include a shared services agreement with the Village of Green Island and paving list updates.

• Resolutions regarding environmental declarations for the Little “C” Floatable Control Facility project
• Amendment to the fiscal year 2024 annual budget
• Discussion of a shared services agreement with the Village of Green Island
• Discussion regarding ambulance services in Cohoes
• Amendment to the approved annual paving list

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board is meeting to consider a new tenant application and a site plan review. The board will also review the meeting minutes from April 8, 2024.

• New Tenant Application for a pizza shop at 84 Ontario Street
• Site Plan Review for signage replacement at the Sunoco gas station at 245 Ontario Street

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to accept and open two received proposals for ambulance service, and to create a new Payroll Examiner position with an annual salary of $57,666. These are the only substantive items on the agenda.

• Open RFP bids for ambulance service (2 received)
• Create Payroll Examiner position at $57,666/year

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Board of Ethics is meeting to elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary, and to review the duties of these positions. The board will also set its monthly meeting dates and rules, and hold an executive session to discuss a complaint dated April 23, 2024.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Review of duties for elected positions
• Setting dates for monthly meetings
• Adoption of monthly meeting rules
• Executive session to discuss complaint dated 4/23/2024

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several variance requests regarding property uses and building dimensions. These items include proposals for a doggie day care, single-family housing, and multi-family dwellings.

• Use Variance for doggie day care at 62 Johnston Ave
• Use Variance for one-family dwelling at 122 Western Ave
• Area Variance for 2-family home at 69 Egbert St
• Area Variance for 2-family home at 71 Egbert St
• Area Variance for 3-story residential and commercial building at 50 Delaware Ave

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review minutes from the prior meeting, certify senior typist exam results, and discuss upcoming exams and new business.

• Certification of exam results for Senior Typist
• Review of minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of upcoming exams
• New business

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will conduct public hearings regarding proposed changes to the city's zoning, land use, and ethics codes. The agenda also includes items to approve a city-owned parcel sale and budget amendments for fiscal year 2024.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 285 regarding zoning and land use
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 36 regarding a code of ethics
• Ordinance approving the sale of a city-owned parcel
• Resolution amending the fiscal year 2024 annual budget
• Resolution waiving interest on certain 2024 Albany County and City of Cohoes tax payments

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will consider approving several street closures for upcoming city-sponsored events, including the Memorial Day Parade, the Cohoes Car Show, and the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon. The commission will also review a request for a no-parking sign on White Street. The meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers.

• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2024 meeting
• Street closures for Memorial Day Parade on May 23, 2024, on Columbia Street and Remsen Street
• Street closures and no parking for Cohoes Car Show on May 19, 2024, on Remsen, Seneca, and Mohawk Streets
• Street closures for Mohawk Hudson River Marathon on October 13, 2024
• No Parking sign request on White Street between Congress and Sargent Streets

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider approving a contract with Albany Broadcasting for promotion of City events at a cost of $6,150.00. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Contract with Albany Broadcasting for City event promotion, $6,150.00

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will consider approving exterior improvements at 113 Mohawk Street and 139-141 Remsen Street, both submitted by applicant Daniel Oh. The work involves cleaning brick, stone, and wood, and repainting trim from white, tan, and brown to historic black and white. The board will also consider the minutes from its March 19, 2024 meeting.

• 113 Mohawk Street exterior cleaning and repainting
• 139-141 Remsen Street exterior cleaning and repainting
• Consideration of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss the 2023 audit, a Code of Ethics amendment, and the sale of 17 Orchard Street. A special meeting will address resolutions for the Erie Boulevard Hydropower project and lead agency status for the Little C Floatable Control Facility.

• Presentation of 2023 Audit by Kenneth Claflin, CPA
• RESTORE NY Grant for Harmony Mills Powerhouse Redevelopment
• Pilot agreement with Erie Boulevard Hydropower, LP
• Lead agency status for Little C Floatable Control Facility
• Sale of 17 Orchard Street

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to discuss a single item: creating a Senior Code Enforcement Officer position. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Create Senior Code Enforcement Officer position

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider several special use permits for new businesses and site plan approvals. The board will also conduct a training session to review and consider changes to zoning districts.

• Special Use Permit for an automotive repair station at 39 Ontario Street
• Special Use Permit for a doggie day care facility at 62 Johnston Avenue
• Special Use Permit for a bed and breakfast/Airbnb at 36 Central Avenue
• Site Plan approval for signs at 235 Vliet Blvd
• Site Plan Review for exterior work at Burger King, 60 Saratoga Street

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting on March 28, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. The agenda document is titled 'MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA 3_28_24.PDF' and contains no listed agenda items.

• Meeting scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on March 28, 2024

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider three variance requests. The board will vote on minutes from February and hear requests for a use variance for a microbrewery/restaurant at 151 Saratoga Street, a use variance for an ice cream business at 120 Park Avenue, and two area variances for a property at 50 Delaware Ave.

• Use variance for microbrewery/restaurant at 151 Saratoga Street (C-1 district)
• Use variance for ice cream making/retail at 120 Park Avenue (R-2 district)
• Area variances for 50 Delaware Ave: 30' front yard relief and 90-unit relief from 10-unit allowance
• Consideration of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will review and vote on several legislative items at its March 26 meeting. Key actions include a zoning amendment affecting land use, authorization for street resurfacing, and approvals for three city-owned parcel sales. The council will also consider a contract for the City Hall Roof Restoration Project Phase II with Garland/DBS, Inc., alongside insurance renewals and a pending litigation settlement. These decisions will affect local property regulations, neighborhood road conditions, and municipal operations.

• Local Law No. 1 amending Chapter 285 regarding zoning and land use
• Ordinance No. 1 authorizing resurfacing or repaving of certain city streets
• Ordinances Nos. 2, 3, and 4 approving the sale of three city-owned parcels
• Resolution No. 15 approving a contract with Garland/DBS, Inc. for City Hall Roof Restoration Project Phase II
• Resolution No. 17 approving the compromise and settlement of pending litigation

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to consider four items: approving the previous meeting's minutes, removing and installing Residential Handicap Parking signs on River Street for #126 Ontario Street, and changing the traffic signal timing at the Columbia Street & Masten Avenue intersection. The handicap sign requests were submitted by Anna Kushnick, and the signal timing request by Sean Van Sleet of 18 Orchard Street.

• Approve minutes of February 26, 2024 meeting
• Remove Residential Handicap Parking sign on River Street for #126 Ontario Street
• Install Residential Handicap Parking sign on River Street for #126 Ontario Street
• Change traffic signal timing at Columbia Street & Masten Avenue intersection

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider approving the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes and to review an application from Robert Johnson to replace the siding and roof shingles on a garage at 34-36 Hamilton Street. Public comments may be submitted by email or in writing before the meeting.

• Consideration of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Application by Robert Johnson for garage siding and roof shingle replacement at 34-36 Hamilton Street

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss several city matters. Topics include potential changes to zoning and ethics codes, property sales, and street maintenance.

• Contract discussion with Garland/DBS Inc. for City Hall Phase II Roof Restoration Project
• Amendment of Chapter 285 regarding farm animals
• Settlement of Walgreens v. Cohoes tax case
• Sale of 17 Orchard Street, 199 Saratoga Street, and 186 and 188 Simmons Avenue
• Resurfacing and repaving of certain city streets

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board is reviewing several applications for retail services, residential conversions, and special use permits. The board will also discuss upcoming training sessions and consider previous meeting minutes.

• Conversion of commercial space at 64 Howard Street to 3 residential dwellings
• Retail services including massage therapy and beauty salons at 55 Mohawk Street
• Specialty craft beer and merchandise retail with 6 indoor tables at 151 Saratoga Street
• Special Use Permits for rooming/boarding facilities at 132, 134, and 150 Congress Street
• Special Use Permit and Change of Use for a dance studio at 175 Park Avenue

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is deciding on two items: approving a contract with Midstate Industries for police station roof work totaling $889,332, and approving the sale of city land. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 A.M.

• Approve $889,332 contract with Midstate Industries for police station roof ($839,759 roof, $59,573 insulation)
• Approve sale of city land

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a use variance for beauty salons at 55 Mohawk Street, a project introduction for a new residential dwelling at 48 White Street, and approve prior meeting minutes. The applicant for 55 Mohawk Street will not be present, but questions can be directed to Sharon Butler.

• Use variance requested for beauty salons at 55 Mohawk Street (MU-1 district)
• Project introduction for 2-3 family dwelling at 48 White Street (MU-NC district)
• Consideration of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on training and upcoming projects

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will meet on February 27, 2024, to consider several resolutions. Proposed actions include amending the 2023 budget, approving contracts for engineering and police services, and filling municipal vacancies.

• Resolution to amend the fiscal year 2023 annual budget
• Engineering agreement with Arcadis of New York, Inc. for Little C Floatable Control Facility Project
• Contract with Flock Group Inc. for the Cohoes Police Department
• Purchase of a skid steer for the Department of Public Works
• Appointment to fill the Sixth Ward Council Member vacancy

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its January 22, 2024 meeting and consider a request for a Residential Handicap Parking sign at 16 George Street, submitted by Salvatore Valentino. The agenda contains only these two items, with no other substantive business.

• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Residential Handicap Parking sign at 16 George Street (request by Salvatore Valentino)

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is holding its monthly meeting to review the minutes from January 11, 2024, and the 2023 Annual Report for submission to NYS Civil Service. They will also discuss a proposed revision to the Senior Code Enforcement Officer position and an upcoming exam. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business.

• Review of minutes from 1/11/24 meeting
• Review of 2023 Annual Report for NYS Civil Service submission
• Proposed revision to Senior Code Enforcement Officer position
• Discussion of upcoming exam

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Common Council will hold an executive session on February 22, 2024. This session is scheduled to conduct interviews for the 6 Ward Common Council seat.

• Interviews for 6 Ward Common Council seat

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and review three applications for exterior changes to historic properties: window replacements at 8 Garner Street, an awning replacement at 24 Willow Street, and window and door repairs at 113 Mohawk Street. Public comments are due by January 19, 2024.

• 8 Garner Street: remove and replace 24 windows with Anderson 100 Series fibrex windows, same size as existing
• 24 Willow Street: replace deteriorating awning on front of house
• 113 Mohawk Street: repairs to windows and doors
• Consideration of December 19, 2023 and January 16, 2024 meeting minutes

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold a workshop featuring the annual State of the City address. The session includes discussions regarding professional services for 'Little C', a contract with Flock Safety, and a skid steer purchase for the Department of Public Works.

• Annual State of the City Address by Mayor Keeler
• Discussion of planning and engineering services for 'Little C'
• Discussion of a contract with Flock Safety for the Cohoes Police Department
• Discussion of a skid steer purchase for the Department of Public Works

Planning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Planning Board will consider several land use requests, including a special use permit for a two-family home and a lot line adjustment. The board will also review a business relocation and site plan modifications for signage.

• Special use permit for a side-by-side 2 family dwelling at 2124 Railroad Drive
• Lot line adjustment and sale of 3,000 sq. ft. of land between 166 Dartmouth Street and 167 Beacon Avenue
• Business relocation request for 95 Remsen Street
• Site Plan approval for three signs at 219 Ontario Street for Broadview FCU
• Consideration of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers is meeting to consider three work orders and quotes for infrastructure projects. These include a work order for the Little C project, a quote for manhole installation, and a quote for a chlorine control panel. The total cost of all three items is $217,382.

• Approve Arcadis work order for Little C, total $159,500; Pool Communities share $155,129, City share $4,371
• Approve Kingsley Arms quote for manholes at Reservoir and third catch basin, $24,382
• Approve Smith Controls quote for Chlorine Local Control Panel, $33,500

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Traffic Commission will consider approving various street closures for the Annual Winter Carnival. These closures are requested for February 10, 2024, between 11 AM and 2 PM. Specific street locations are listed on an attached sheet.

• Street closures for Annual Winter Carnival on February 10, 2024

Ethics Committee Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Ethics is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, electing a chairperson, and discussing board personnel. The main substantive item is consideration of Complaint No. 23-6, though no details about the complaint are provided in the agenda.

• Consideration of Complaint No. 23-6
• Election of a Chairperson
• Approval of November 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Board personnel

Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two development proposals at its January 24, 2024 meeting. The board will review a preliminary request for area variances for a 100-unit residential and commercial project at 50 Delaware Avenue, and a subdivision of 107 Heartt Avenue into four lots for single-family homes. The board will also consider the October 25, 2023 meeting minutes.

• 50 Delaware Avenue: preliminary area variance request for 100 residential units and commercial space by Gulfstream Developers, LLC
• 107 Heartt Avenue: subdivision into 4 lots and construction of 4 single-family homes by Anthony LePage
• Consideration of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comments due by 3pm on January 23, 2024

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will decide on budget amendments for fiscal year 2023, accept funding for the police station roof restoration project, and approve snow emergency towing agreements. Other items include appointing a City Clerk and discussing ambulance services.

• Resolution No. 1: Amending the annual budget for FY 2023
• Resolution No. 4: Accepting funding from NYS OPRHP for police station roof restoration project
• Resolution No. 5: Approving agreements for snow emergency towing services

Traffic Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Cohoes Traffic Commission will meet to consider several traffic-related requests, including installing a residential handicap parking sign, a curve warning sign, and no-stopping signs, as well as removing a handicap parking sign. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Install Residential Handicap Parking sign at 214 Ontario Street (requested by Michelle Ryan)
• Install Curve Warning sign on eastbound Columbia Street (requested by Councilperson McCarthy)
• Remove Residential Handicap Parking sign at 35 Vliet Street (requested by Mrs. Thomas Scott)
• Install No Stopping Anytime signs on north side of Vliet Blvd between Edward and Thompson Streets (requested by Evan Hack)
• Approve minutes of December 18, 2023 meeting

Board of Managers Agendas and Mintues

The Board of Managers will accept and open bids for Police Station restroom modifications and vote to approve the sale of 17 Orchard St, declaring it has no municipal value. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Accept and open bids for Police Station restroom modifications
• Approve sale of 17 Orchard St and declare no municipal value

Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board Agendas and Minutes

The Historic Preservation & Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider the December 19, 2023 meeting minutes and to hold a discussion with potential buyers of 147 Mohawk Street. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no votes or formal decisions listed.

• Discussion with potential buyers of 147 Mohawk Street
• Consideration of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Cohoes Civil Service Commission is meeting to review minutes from December, discuss the appointment of 4 new police officers from Exam #60339, and consider upcoming exams and new business. The agenda is brief and routine, with the main substantive item being the police officer appointments.

• Review of minutes from 12/14/23 meeting
• Appointment of 4 new police officers from Exam #60339
• Discussion of upcoming exams
• New business items

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council Workshop includes discussions on Ethics Board and Board of Assessment Review appointments, as well as snow emergency towing and ambulance services. The Special Meeting includes a motion to authorize legal proceedings involving a member of the Common Council.

• Appointments to the Ethics Board
• Appointments to the Board of Assessment Review
• Acceptance of NYS OPRHP grant for Historic Police Station Roof Restoration Project
• Discussion regarding snow emergency towing services
• Motion to authorize Corporation Counsel regarding a Common Council member

Common Council Agendas and Minutes

The Common Council will hold an organization meeting to elect a President and Vice President for the year 2024. The meeting is being called by Common Council President McCarthy in accordance with the City Charter.

• Election of Common Council President
• Election of Common Council Vice President