Highland Falls, NY

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will hold two public hearings: one on a zoning law amendment for the B1 District and another on the proposed abandonment of the paper street known as High Street off Cozzens Avenue, along with an amendment to the Official Map. The board will also consider approving bills, minutes, event permits, appointments, resolutions on collective bargaining agreements, and other administrative items.

• Public hearing on zoning law amendment for B1 District
• Public hearing on abandonment of High Street off Cozzens Avenue and Official Map amendment
• Authorize signing GEICO property damage release for $10,000 for Center Street wall damages
• Approve no parking zone on Villa Parkway and tow away zone on Schneider Avenue
• Approve DPWSA and DPWEA successor collective bargaining agreements

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to approve a bid recommendation for the CDBG 2026 Senior Center ADA and Parking Lot Improvements. The project must be completed by October 15, 2026, per CDBG funding guidelines.

• Bid recommendation for CDBG 2026 Senior Center ADA and Parking Lot Improvements

The Village Board unanimously approved the bid recommendation for the CDBG 2026 Senior Center ADA and Parking Lot Improvements, increasing the project budget from $150,000 to $270,000 using additional CDBG funds. The project must be completed by October 15, 2026. The board clarified the project is unrelated to AOG or selling the senior center property.

• Approved CDBG 2026 Senior Center ADA and Parking Lot Improvements bid (5-0)
• Increased project budget from $150,000 to $270,000 using additional CDBG funds

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will consider several financial and policy items. It will approve bills and claims for fiscal years 2025‑27, authorize a water‑meter purchase, discuss zoning and short‑term rental regulations, and consider resolutions on property acquisition and public hearings. The meeting also includes appointments, training approvals, and public comment.

• Authorize Mayor/Deputy Mayor to order 300 additional water meters at a cost of $131,176.05
• Approve Bills & Claims – Warrant #2512b FY 25‑26 and Warrant #2602 FY 26‑27 (amounts TBD)
• Approve 10th Birthday Party for Terrence & Tori at Roe Park, pending COI
• Appointment of Part‑Time Dispatcher Diane Attanasio at $18.50 per hour
• Resolution to set a public hearing for a zoning change in the B1 district

Village Board

The Village Board of Highland Falls is meeting jointly with the Town Board to discuss shared services across several departments. No votes or specific proposals are on the agenda; the item is a discussion on potential collaboration in recreation, planning, zoning, sanitation, and the building department.

• Joint discussion on shared services covering recreation, planning, zoning, sanitation, and building department
• Town Business – Supervisor Bob Livsey
• Village Business – Mayor Jim DiSalvo
• Public Comment period with 3-minute speaking limit

The Town and Village boards held a joint special meeting, approving several personnel hires and appointments, including Lorie Graziano-Rosero as a part-time Dial-A-Bus driver, Debbie McCabe as a part-time driver, and Matthew Troy as a full-time DPW Working Leader. They also approved a peddler's permit for Greenlight Networks, a Section 8 Housing renewal amendment, and a bills and claims warrant. The boards discussed shared services, including the Senior Center, sanitation, and the Building Department, and heard public comments on flooding, the old elementary school, and community programs.

• Approved hiring Lorie Graziano effective September 1, 2026, at $20.40 per hour.
• Approved an amendment to the salary schedule to keep the Part Time Dial A Bus Driver rate at $20.40.
• Approved hiring Debbie McCabe as a Part Time Dial A Bus driver at $20.40 per hour beginning July 7, 2026.
• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2601a for FY 26'-27' totaling $28,245.60.
• Appointed Joseph Schmidt to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals, term expiring December 31, 2028.
• Appointed Matthew Troy as Full Time DPW Working Leader, effective July 2, 2026, at $32.2115 per hour.
• Approved a Peddler's permit for Greenlight Networks' Erik Carter for one week at a fee of $500.00, pending COI.
• Authorized the Mayor and/or Deputy Mayor to sign a Renewal Amendment for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program with Joseph Mastrianni Inc.

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on several appointments and approvals at a special meeting. Items include filling a vacant seat on the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals, hiring a full-time DPW Working Leader, and authorizing the mayor to sign the renewal of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. A peddler's permit for door-to-door fiber internet sales is also up for approval.

• Appointment of Joseph Schmidt to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals, term to expire December 31, 2028
• Appointment of Matthew Troy as full-time DPW Working Leader effective July 1, 2026, with 52-week probation
• Peddler's permit for Greenlight Networks (Erik Carter) to solicit door-to-door fiber internet sales for one week at a cost of $500
• Authorization for Mayor and/or Deputy Mayor to sign renewal for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Approval of Bills & Claims Warrant #2601a for $28,245.60 ($14,909.80 General Fund, $13,335.80 Water Fund)

The Town and Village boards held a joint special meeting, approving several personnel actions and financial items. The Town hired Lorie Graziano-Rosero as a Dial-A-Bus driver and adjusted the salary schedule, while the Village appointed Joseph Schmidt to the Zoning Board, hired a DPW working leader, approved a peddler's permit, and authorized a Section 8 housing amendment. The boards also discussed shared services, sanitation, and community concerns.

• Approved hiring Lorie Graziano-Rosero as a part-time Dial-A-Bus driver at $20.40/hour, effective September 1, 2026.
• Approved amending the salary schedule to keep the part-time Dial-A-Bus driver rate at $20.40/hour.
• Approved hiring Debbie McCabe as a part-time Dial-A-Bus driver at $20.40/hour, effective July 7, 2026.
• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2601a for FY 26-27 totaling $28,245.60.
• Appointed Joseph Schmidt to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals, term expiring December 31, 2028.
• Appointed Matthew Troy as full-time DPW Working Leader, effective July 2, 2026, at $32.2115/hour.
• Approved a peddler's permit for Greenlight Networks' Erik Carter for one week, at a fee of $500, pending COI.
• Authorized the Mayor/Deputy Mayor to sign a renewal amendment for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program with Joseph Mastrianni Inc., extending the term to March 31, 2027.

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will conduct due process hearings for nine properties cited for property maintenance violations. The board will also consider resolutions for those violations, approve two warrants for bills (amounts to be determined), authorize a grant writing service agreement, and approve several community events. Additionally, the board will act on police and public works appointments.

• Due process hearings for property maintenance violations at 9 Fort Putnam St, 6 Eagle Valley Rd, 15 Muller Ave, 16 Fort Putnam St, 52 West St, 61 Schneider Ave, 64 Schneider Ave, 66 Schneider Ave, and 155 Main St
• Approve Bills & Claims Warrants #2512a (FY 25-26) and #2601 (FY 26-27) – amounts TBD
• Authorize Mayor/Deputy Mayor to sign Millennium Strategies Grant Writing Service Agreement
• Approve Independence Day events (July 2-4) sponsored by Village/Town Independence Day Committee
• Appoint Police Sergeant Tyler Vecchio and DPW Working Leader Matthew Troy

The Village Board appointed Tyler Vecchio as a full-time Police Sergeant (4-1) and approved multiple property maintenance violation resolutions, including one for 16 Fort Putnam Street with an extension. The board also authorized putting the CDBG Senior Center ADA improvements out to bid, approved two warrants totaling over $628,000, and approved several event permits and police personnel actions.

• Appointed Tyler Vecchio as full-time Police Sergeant (4-1)
• Approved property maintenance resolution for 16 Fort Putnam Street with extension to June 29 (5-0)
• Approved property maintenance resolutions for 9 Fort Putnam, 6 Eagle Valley, 15 Muller, 52 West, 61/64/66 Schneider, 155 Main (5-0 each)
• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2512a for $269,159.43
• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2601 for $359,525.25
• Authorized Village Engineer to put CDBG Senior Center ADA improvements out to bid
• Authorized signing of Millenium Strategies Grant Writing Service Agreement
• Approved removal of probationary status for Part-Time Police Officer Justin Naimoli

Village Board

This is a special meeting of the Village Board. The only substantive item is a board discussion with developer Rick Minicozzi. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Board discussion with developer Rick Minicozzi

Village Board

The Village Board will consider approving a $1,027,379.67 warrant for bills and a resolution to certify delinquent water and sewer charges for levy against real property. Other actions include transferring funds to reserves, awarding a chemical bid, approving paving for Roe Park ball field parking lot, and authorizing two special events. A public information meeting on the New Leaf Battery Energy Storage System is scheduled. The board also plans to cancel three upcoming regular meetings.

• Approve Warrant #2512 for $1,027,379.67 (includes pre-pays $984.93)
• Resolution to certify delinquent water & sewer charges and authorize levy against real property
• Approve Ward Paving for Roe Park Ball Field parking lot project
• Approve 4th of July 5K Race (July 4, 8 AM, Memorial Park) and Christmas in July Street Fair (July 25, Main Street)
• Public Information Meeting on New Leaf Battery Energy Storage System

The Board approved several financial resolutions, including a $1,027,379.67 bills and claims warrant and a fund transfer to total reserves. The board also updated the summer meeting schedule and approved upcoming local events.

• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2512 for $1,027,379.67 (4-1)
• Approved May 4, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approved resolution for delinquent water and sewer charges (5-0)
• Approved transfer of funds to Total Reserves (5-0)
• Approved Chemical Bid FY 26-27 bidders
• Approved Ward Paving for Roe Park Ball Field Parking Lot project
• Approved July 4th 5K Race
• Approved Christmas in July Street Fair on July 25, 2026

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a resolution to transfer $3,168.27 from the General Fund to Workers Compensation. They will vote on approving the Memorial Day observation on May 25, 2026, and the annual Children's Fishing Derby on June 13, 2026. A bid proposal from L&L Property Maintenance LLC for grass cutting services at $18,660 is also up for approval. Public comment and liaison reports will follow.

• Resolution to transfer $3,168.27 to Workers Compensation
• Approve Memorial Day observation at Memorial Park on May 25, 2026
• Approve Annual Fishing Derby at Roe Park on June 13, 2026
• Award grass-cutting contract to L&L Property Maintenance LLC for $18,660
• Reminder: Workshop and Public Info Meeting on BESS on May 18, 2026

The Board approved a $3,168.27 budget transfer to workers compensation (5-0), a Memorial Day observance on May 25 at Memorial Park, the annual Children's Fishing Derby on June 13 at Roe Park, and a $18,660 grass cutting contract with L&L Property Maintenance for FY 26-27. All motions passed unanimously. The board also entered executive session to discuss contracts but took no additional action.

• Approved $3,168.27 budget transfer from general fund to workers compensation (5-0)
• Approved Memorial Day observance sponsored by American Legion Post 633 on May 25 at Memorial Park (unanimous)
• Approved annual 'FISH-ON' Children's Fishing Derby on June 13 at Roe Park (unanimous)
• Approved $18,660 grass cutting contract to L&L Property Maintenance for FY 26-27 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider approving a $195,157.92 contract to repair the Center Street retaining wall damaged by a car accident, pending insurance payment from Geico. Other items include a public information meeting on a proposed New Leaf Battery Energy Storage System, authorizing a contract with Colliers Engineering to review the system, and terminating Paychex payroll services in favor of a new Edmunds contract. The board also plans to approve seasonal events: a farmers market in Municipal Lot 2 and a car cruise on Main Street.

• Approve $195,157.92 retaining wall repair on Center Street
• Public information meeting on New Leaf Battery Energy Storage System
• Authorize Colliers Engineering contract to review battery storage development
• Approve bills and claims warrant #2511a – $116,551.87 total
• Approve farmers market on Sundays and Chamber car cruise on Wednesdays

Village Board

The Village Board is meeting to approve the date for a tentative FY26-27 budget public hearing. The board is also considering the surplus of a DPW vehicle and a contract for parking enforcement software.

• Public Hearing for Tentative Budget FY26-27 scheduled for April 6, 2026
• Surplus of DPW 2024 Ford F250 Lariat Crew Cab 4x4 with Snowplow
• Contract with T2 Systems for parking enforcement software

Village Board

The Village Board is holding its third budget workshop for the FY 26-27 fiscal year. Mayor James DiSalvo, serving as Budget Officer, will provide remarks, followed by discussions on the Water Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• FY 26-27 Budget Workshop #3
• Remarks by Budget Officer Mayor James DiSalvo
• Discussion of Water Plant budget
• Discussion of Wastewater Treatment Plant budget

The Board of Trustees discussed the FY 26‑27 budget, staffing, and infrastructure items, but no formal approvals were made. Trustee Ramus moved to adjourn, Trustee Carroll seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. The meeting closed at 8:40 PM.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board is conducting its second budget workshop for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The meeting includes remarks from Budget Officer and Mayor James DiSalvo and a review of the Department of Public Works.

• FY 26-27 Budget Workshop #2
• Department of Public Works budget review

The Board discussed FY26-27 budget items, including DPW staffing, snow‑removal equipment, sidewalks, parks, and beautification. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on budget items were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Board will vote on the $410,048.81 Warrant #2510 covering General, Water, Sewer and Capital Fund claims. It will also consider a $3,054 refund to MC Joint Venture, a $59.69 monthly postage contract, a $1,599.12 budget transfer to Workers Compensation, and a 10‑day vacation buy‑back for Deputy Treasurer Luciana Brown. Additional items include approving minutes, the Easter Egg Hunt at Roe Park, and an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approve Bills & Claims – Warrant #2510 FY 25‑26 – $410,048.81 (General $262,034.65, Water $7,250.32, Sewer $9,833.24, Capital $130,930.60)
• Refund unused escrow to MC Joint Venture – $3,054.00
• Authorize Mayor/Deputy Mayor to sign Quadient postage machine contract – $59.69 per month
• Budget Transfer – General Fund to Workers Compensation – $1,599.12
• Approve 10‑day vacation buy‑back for Deputy Treasurer Luciana Brown

The board approved the FY 25‑26 Bills & Claims totaling $410,048.81 and transferred $1,599.12 from the General Fund to Workers Compensation. It also approved a $3,054 escrow refund, the 2026 Easter Egg Hunt, and a $59.69 monthly Quadient postage contract. Additionally, trustees authorized a 10‑day vacation buy‑back for Deputy Treasurer Luciana Brown and gave the mayor and village labor counsel permission to explore a voluntary separation for an employee. All motions passed with unanimous or recorded affirmative votes.

• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2510 FY 25‑26 for $410,048.81 (all in favor)
• Approved $3,054 escrow refund to MC Joint Venture (all in favor)
• Approved 2026 Easter Egg Hunt at Roe Park on March 28 (all in favor)
• Authorized Mayor/Deputy Mayor to sign Quadient postage contract $59.69/month (all in favor)
• Approved budget transfer $1,599.12 from General Fund to Workers Compensation (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved 10‑day vacation buy‑back for Deputy Treasurer Luciana Brown (all in favor)
• Authorized exploration of voluntary separation, permitting Mayor and Labor Counsel to discuss (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The board will consider an appointment to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals for a five‑year term. The meeting includes the first FY 26‑27 budget workshop, with remarks from Budget Officer Mayor James DiSalvo and updates from the Police and Fire Departments. This workshop is the first of several sessions planned for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Appointment of a Village resident to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals (5‑year term)
• FY 26‑27 Budget Workshop #1: remarks by Budget Officer Mayor James DiSalvo
• FY 26‑27 Budget Workshop #1: presentation from the Police Department
• FY 26‑27 Budget Workshop #1: presentation from the Fire Department

The Village Board voted to appoint Tiana Grehanov to a five‑year term on the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals. The Board then entered executive session to discuss contractual and personnel matters, later closed the session, and adjourned the meeting.

• Appointed Tiana Grehanov to the Consolidated Zoning Board of Appeals (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Entered executive session to discuss contractual and personnel reasons (unanimously)
• Closed executive session (unanimously)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimously)

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will vote on several items, including approving bills and claims totaling $163,756.03 for FY 2025‑26. The Board will also approve a $1,973,275 contract with Arold Construction Company for the Cragston Watermain Replacement Project. Additional actions include a resolution supporting a feasibility study for West Shore passenger rail service, changes to police officer probationary status, and approval of the Town of Highlands St. Patrick’s Parade on March 7.

• Approve Bills & Claims – Warrant #2509a FY 25‑26 for $163,756.03 (General, Water, Sewer, Capital Funds)
• Approve contract award to Arold Construction Company, Inc., for Cragston Watermain Replacement Project – $1,973,275.00
• Resolution in support of a feasibility study for West Shore passenger rail service
• Approve removal of probationary status for Part‑Time Police Officer Nick Giakoumis and Full‑Time Police Officer Joseph Gemellaro
• Approve Town of Highlands St. Patrick’s Parade on March 7, 2026, on Main Street

The Highland Falls Village Board approved several actions, including payment of $163,756.03 in bills and claims, a feasibility study for West Shore passenger rail, and a $1,973,275 contract for the Cragston watermain replacement. The board also approved the St. Patrick’s Parade, police personnel changes, and a new village fee schedule. All motions passed by roll‑call vote.

• Approved Bills & Claims, Warrant #2509a, $163,756.03 (4 Ayes, 1 Nay)
• Approved resolution supporting feasibility study for West Shore passenger rail (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved contract award to Arold Construction for Cragston Watermain Replacement $1,973,275 (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Town of Highlands St. Patrick’s Parade March 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved release of part‑time dispatcher Ryan Walker (unanimous)
• Approved removal of probationary status for Part‑Time Officer Nick Giakoumis (unanimous)
• Approved removal of probationary status for Full‑Time Officer Joseph Gemellaro (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing Village fee schedule (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will consider three items: approval of Bills & Claims under Warrant #2509 for fiscal years 2025‑2026 (amounts not specified), a resolution to appoint Village Election Inspectors for the upcoming General Village Election, and a resolution to transfer $2,291.49 from the General Fund to Workers Compensation. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and public comment guidelines.

• Approve Bills & Claims – Warrant #2509 FY 25‑26 (amounts TBD)
• Resolution appointing Village Election Inspectors
• Resolution transferring $2,291.49 from General Fund to Workers Compensation

The Board approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2509 for $180,687.02, covering General, Water, Sewer, and Capital Funds. It also appointed four Village Election Inspectors for the March 18, 2026 election and approved a $2,291.49 transfer from the General Fund to Workers Compensation. The mayor authorized an emergency purchase of a snow‑blower attachment during the recent storm.

• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2509 for $180,687.02 (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved appointment of election inspectors Suzanne Lewis, Cathryn Beach, Tameka Graham, Mary Ojuro (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved $2,291.49 budget transfer to Workers Compensation (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Mayor approved emergency purchase of snow‑blower attachment (no vote recorded)

Village Board

The Highland Falls Village Board will approve bills and claims totaling $536,122.84, appoint a temporary dispatcher, and accept surplus vehicle auction amounts. The meeting also includes a work session on regulating short-term rentals.

• Approve bills and claims for FY 25’ – 26’ totaling $536,122.84
• Appointment of Gregg Jones as temporary 90-day Provisional Full Time Dispatcher
• Accept surplus vehicle auction amounts: $13,800 for DPW 2013 Ford F550 and $16,700 for DPW 1998 International 2574
• Authorize Mayor DiSalvo and/or Deputy Mayor Ramus to execute Greenlight POP agreement
• Work session on permitting and regulating short-term rental properties

The board approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2508a for FY 2025‑26 in the amount of $536,122.84. Trustees appointed Gregg Jones as a provisional full‑time dispatcher with a one‑year probation period. The board accepted two surplus vehicles from the auction—a 2013 Ford F550 dump truck for $13,800 and a 1998 International hook‑lift truck for $16,700. Trustees authorized Mayor DiSalvo and Deputy Mayor Ramus to execute the Greenlight POP agreement pending attorney approval.

• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2508a for $536,122.84 (unanimous)
• Appointed Provisional Full‑Time Dispatcher Gregg Jones (unanimous)
• Approved new HFFD member Joseph Lennon (unanimous)
• Accepted surplus vehicles: 2013 Ford F550 ($13,800) and 1998 International truck ($16,700) (5‑0 vote)
• Authorized Mayor DiSalvo and/or Deputy Mayor Ramus to execute Greenlight POP agreement (5‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will hear a presentation from New Leaf Energy and the Energy Safety Response Group about the Cedar Lane Energy Storage Project. No formal action on the project is listed. The meeting also includes public‑comment procedures and reminders of upcoming board meetings.

• Presentation on Cedar Lane Energy Storage Project by New Leaf Energy and Energy Safety Response Group
• Public comment guidelines: sign‑in, name/address, 3‑minute limit per speaker
• Reminder: Workshop Meeting on Jan 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Village Hall
• Reminder: Regular Board Meeting on Feb 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Village Hall

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a public hearing on permitting short‑term rentals in one‑ and two‑family homes. It will vote to approve Bills & Claims (Warrant #2508) totaling $257,198.59 across several funds. Additional actions include a $2,104.91 budget transfer to Workers Compensation, authorizing dam‑safety inspection contracts, and making dispatcher appointments.

• Approve Bills & Claims – Warrant #2508 FY 25‑26 – total $257,198.59 (General $152,557.12, Water $40,668.65, Sewer $45,287.23, Capital $18,685.59)
• Public hearing on regulating short‑term rental property within one‑ and two‑family homes
• Resolution to transfer $2,104.91 from the General Fund to Workers Compensation
• Authorize Mayor DiSalvo or Deputy Mayor Ramus to sign dam‑safety inspection proposals for Bog Meadow Reservoir Dam and Highland Falls #2 Dam
• Appointment of Part‑Time Dispatcher Samuel Carvalho and promotion of Anastacia Krieger to Full‑Time Head Dispatcher

The Village Board reopened and then closed the public hearing on short‑term rental permitting, both motions passing unanimously. It approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2508 for a total of $257,198.59. The board also approved a $2,104.91 budget transfer to Workers Compensation (5‑0 vote) and adopted a Standard Workday and Reporting Resolution for officials.

• Reopened public hearing on short‑term rental permitting (All in favor)
• Closed public hearing on short‑term rental permitting (All in favor)
• Approved Bills & Claims Warrant #2508 for $257,198.59 (All in favor)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 budget transfer of $2,104.91 to Workers Compensation (5 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Standard Workday and Reporting Resolution for elected and appointed officials (All in favor)