Bethlehem Town, NY

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider the SEQR classification and site plan re-approval for a warehouse project in Feura Bush. The board will also receive a project update regarding a mixed-use conversion in Glenmont.

• Possible action on SEQR classification and site plan re-approval for a 114,675 sq.ft. warehouse at 200 West Yard Rd (Application 26-01500002)
• Project update for the conversion of a building from single family to mixed use at 308 Glenmont Rd (Application 24-00100002)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

Town Board - Organizational Meeting

Town Board - Special Meeting

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will hold a presentation and a public hearing regarding the 2027 Preliminary Budget. The board will also consider a request to accept a $100 donation for the Bethlehem Police Department.

• Public hearing for the 2027 Preliminary Budget
• Proposed $100 donation to the Bethlehem Police Department from Paul Comley and Lou Carol-Comley

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two area variance requests. The board will also consider a resolution for a property on Darroch Rd and discuss rescinding a variance for a property on Adams Place.

• Public hearing: John Montagna, 4 Farmington Ct, for a 22'-0" x 12'-0" deck
• Public hearing: Kenneth Hodge, 4 Alden Ct, for a residential addition
• Resolution approval: Thomas Donovan, 73 Darroch Rd
• Discussion on rescinding variance: Jenna Giacone, 50 Adams Place

The Board granted an area variance for a 6-foot fence at 73 Darroch Road and rescinded a previously granted variance for a three-dwelling unit layout at 50 Adams Place. Two new applications for area variances were accepted and scheduled for public hearings.

• Approved area variance for 6-foot fence at 73 Darroch Road (Unanimous)
• Rescinded variance for 3-dwelling unit layout at 50 Adams Place (Unanimous)
• Accepted application for deck variance at 4 Farmington Ct; hearing set for Nov 4 (Unanimous)
• Accepted application for addition variance at 4 Alden Ct; hearing set for Nov 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved Sept 16, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Oct 7, 2026 minutes as amended (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board held a special meeting on October 14, 2026, where they voted to enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation. During the meeting, the board authorized the Town Supervisor to sign a settlement agreement with Bethlehem Associates LLC and Nigro Companies Inc. providing for a $12,500 payment. The board then adjourned the executive session and the special meeting.

• Adjourned to executive session to discuss pending litigation (4-0)
• Authorized Town Supervisor to sign settlement agreement with Bethlehem Associates LLC and Nigro Companies Inc. for $12,500 (4-0)
• Adjourned executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (4-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will consider several personnel appointments and promotions, a road abandonment, and the re-levy of delinquent water and sewer rents. The meeting includes continued discussion on zoning updates and scheduling public hearings for the 2027 Preliminary Budget and zoning law amendments.

• Proposed re-levy of $378,224.07 in delinquent water and sewer rent to 2027 property tax bills
• Proposed public hearing for 2027 Preliminary Budget on October 28, 2026
• Proposed public hearing for zoning and subdivision regulation amendments on November 10, 2026
• Certificate of Abandonment of Rarick Road Extension
• Appointment of Police Officer Colleen Thompson at an annual salary of $72,922

The Town Board approved setting a public hearing for November 10, 2026, to solicit public comment on a proposed local law amending the town's zoning and subdivision regulations. Prior to this, the board voted to amend the conservation subdivision requirements to mandate that 25% of buildable area be preserved as open space, excluding most constrained lands from the calculation. The board also approved various personnel appointments and accepted a donation of three vehicles from the Friends of Bethlehem Seniors.

• Approved 2027-2031 capital plan presentation (informational)
• Approved appointment of Tracy Drew as Assistant Coordinator (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Nancy Koszyk to Assistant Coordinator (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Christopher Kowalski to Senior Telecommunicator (4-0)
• Approved appointments of two police officers (4-0)
• Approved re-levy of $378,224.07 in delinquent water/sewer rents (4-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for conservation subdivision open space (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Set public hearing for 2027 preliminary budget and zoning law (4-0, 1 abstention)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Town of Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The main item is a public hearing and discussion on Thomas Donovan's request for an area variance (26-01000009) to build a 6-foot fence in the front yard at 73 Darroch Rd, which exceeds the town's 4-foot front-yard limit under Article VI, Section 128-47. The board will also consider approving minutes from its September 16, 2026 meeting. No other applications or resolutions appear on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Thomas Donovan's area variance request (26-01000009) for a 6-foot front-yard fence at 73 Darroch Rd, Delmar
• Town zoning (Article VI, Section 128-47) limits front-yard fences to 4 feet; the building inspector denied fence permit #26-684 on August 25, 2026
• Applicant's filing describes about 90 feet of fence along the southeast property line after required setback
• Board to discuss the Donovan request and take possible action
• Minutes approval for the September 16, 2026 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance to allow a 6-foot vinyl fence in a front yard where zoning typically limits height to 4 feet. The board also tabled the approval of the September 16, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved height variance for 6' fence at 73 Darroch Rd (Unanimous)
• Tabled September 16, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The Board may act on a site plan waiver for a canopy extension at 386 Delaware Ave in Delmar (Delmar Reformed Church), and will hear an initial presentation on converting part of 785 Delaware Avenue (The Good Building) from professional office to residential use. The agenda also includes approval of September 15, 2026 minutes and a public comment period.

• Possible action on a site plan waiver for a canopy extension over the vehicle drop-off area at 386 Delaware Ave, Delmar (Delmar Reformed Church), Site Plan Application 26-00100004
• Initial presentation on a change of use converting part of 785 Delaware Avenue, Delmar (The Good Building) from professional office to residential, Site Plan Amendment Application 26-01500001
• Minutes approval for the September 15, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period limited to 3-5 minutes per speaker on agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Planning Board approved a site plan waiver for a canopy extension at 386 Delaware Ave. A proposal to convert a portion of 785 Delaware Ave to residential use was discussed and tabled for further review.

• Approved site plan waiver for canopy extension at 386 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on change of use for 785 Delaware Ave

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will review the 2027 Tentative Budget and continue discussions regarding proposed changes to the Zoning Update. The meeting also includes several personnel appointments and requests for highway equipment purchases.

• Appointment of Caitlin Klaus as Police Records Clerk at $52,015 annually
• Appointment of Kaitlyn Schievelbein as Senior Engineer at $103,705 annually
• Authorization for NYS DOT Standard Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances
• Purchase of HV607 hook lift truck from HL Gage of Albany for $190,306.45
• Purchase of Trackless MT7 Sidewalk Tractor for $251,318.02

The Town Board directed the planning department to revert all proposed low-density residential zoning districts and conservation subdivision regulations to their current status. The board also approved several highway equipment purchases and reviewed the 2027 tentative budget.

• Reverted proposed low-density residential zoning to existing RA and RB status
• Reverted conservation subdivision regulations to existing status
• Approved appointment of Caitlin Klaus as Police Records Clerk ($52,015) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kaitlyn Schievelbein as Senior Engineer (5-0)
• Approved NYS DOT Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances (5-0)
• Approved purchase of International HV 607 hook lift truck for $190,306.45 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Trackless MT7 sidewalk tractor for $251,318.02 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Olympian Pro Plus leaf loader for $326,849 (5-0)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider several personnel appointments, highway equipment purchases, and a Title VI compliance assurance, along with a presentation of the 2027 tentative budget and continued discussion on zoning changes. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Approve appointment of Caitlin Klaus as Police Records Clerk at $52,015/year
• Approve appointment of Kaitlyn Schievelbein as Senior Engineer at $103,705/year
• Authorize signing NYS DOT Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances
• Purchase HV607 hook lift truck for $190,306.45 from HL Gage of Albany
• Purchase Trackless MT7 Sidewalk Tractor for $251,318.02 and Olympian Pro Plus leaf loader for $326,849

The Town Board directed the planning department to revert proposed low-density residential zoning and conservation subdivision regulations to existing standards. The board also approved several highway equipment purchases and reviewed the 2027 tentative budget.

• Reverted proposed low-density residential zoning districts to existing status (Unanimous)
• Reverted conservation subdivision regulations to existing status (Unanimous)
• Approved $190,306.45 purchase of International HV 607 hook lift truck (Unanimous)
• Approved $251,318.02 purchase of Trackless MT7 sidewalk tractor (Unanimous)
• Approved $326,849 purchase of Olympian Pro Plus leaf loader (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Caitlin Klaus as Police Records Clerk at $52,015 annual salary (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kaitlyn Schievelbein as Senior Engineer (Unanimous)
• Approved signing of NYS DOT Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request for an area variance to allow a 6-foot fence in the front yard at 73 Darroch Rd, which exceeds the 4-foot limit under town zoning. The board will also review and possibly schedule public hearings for other applications, and approve minutes from the September 2 meeting.

• Public hearing on Thomas Donovan's request for a 6' fence at 73 Darroch Rd (Area Variance 26-01000009)
• Review of fence permit application #26-684, denied by Building Inspector for exceeding 4' front yard fence height limit
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2026 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for October 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Zoning Board of Appeals met on September 16, 2026, to address a new application regarding a proposed fence. The board voted to schedule a public hearing for the variance request at their next meeting on October 7, 2026.

• Scheduled public hearing for 73 Darroch Rd fence variance (3-0)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Board held an initial presentation regarding a proposed 2-lot subdivision and site plan at 11 Rapa Dr and Old Ravena Rd, Selkirk. The project involves constructing six 4-unit buildings on approximately 16.71 acres. Discussion focused on driveway placement, landscape screening, and stormwater management.

• Proposed 2-lot subdivision and site plan for six 4-unit buildings at 11 Rapa Dr & Old Ravena Rd
• Project includes a 2.79-acre lot and a 13.91-acre lot
• Proposal for an infiltration basin for stormwater management
• Plan for a deed-restricted conservation area to maintain wooded buffers

The Planning Board approved a three-lot minor subdivision and lot line adjustment for 55 McCormack Road. The board mandated the use of day lilies for stormwater management screening rather than fencing and required specific deed restrictions regarding drainage and maintenance of the site's stormwater infrastructure.

• Approved September 1, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved parkland fee-in-lieu resolution for 55 McCormack Road (5-0)
• Approved conditional final plat for 55 McCormack Road as amended (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 PM (5-0)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Town Board will review a presentation of the 2027-2031 Tentative Capital Plan and discuss proposed zoning update changes. The meeting also includes several personnel appointments and a resolution regarding the environmental review process for priority corridor sidewalk projects.

• Presentation of the 2027-2031 Tentative Capital Plan
• Discussion on suggested changes to the Zoning Update
• Resolution to classify the Bethlehem Priority Corridors Sidewalk Project (PIN 1763.23) as a SEQR unlisted action
• Appointment of Thomas Little as Labor-Sub Foreman at $69,815 annually
• Appointment of Jack Bailey as Deputy Clerk at $54,579 annually

The Town Board held a regular meeting on September 9, 2026, with all five members present. The board approved routine personnel appointments, accepted the August 26 minutes, adopted a SEQR resolution for a sidewalk project, and adopted a local law on stop intersections. A presentation on proposed Zoning Code Update changes was given; no vote was taken on the zoning update, and the supervisor stated no vote is scheduled until December.

• Accepted August 26, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Thomas Little as Labor-Sub Foreman at $69,815 annual salary (5-0)
• Acknowledged Town Clerk's appointment of Jack Bailey as Deputy Clerk (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Faiza Warsi, Amanda Summers, and Sharon Richards as Clerk I-Part-Time (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Alina Buccella to Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee (5-0)
• Approved Brittany McKeown as Recreation Leader at $25.00/hour (5-0)
• Approved Abby Toms as intern at $19.50/hour (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-033 designating Tom Schnurr as delegate to NYAOT legislative meeting (4-0, Schnurr abstained)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to conduct public hearings, review applications, and vote on a variance request for 387 Delaware Ave. The agenda includes one resolution to approve a variance as requested, along with approval of the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting is open to the public, with written comments due by 3:00 p.m. the Tuesday before.

• Resolution to approve variance for Stephen Kitchen at 387 Delaware Ave
• Public hearings for pending applications
• Minutes approval for August 19, 2026 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Stephen Kitchen to build a 10'x12' shed at 387 Delaware Avenue, allowing accessory structure coverage to exceed the 5% limit by 2.6%. The decision was unanimous, with conditions that construction match the home's color and materials and be completed within one year. The board also accepted the minutes from the August 19, 2026 meeting.

• Approved area variance for Stephen Kitchen at 387 Delaware Ave to allow 7.6% accessory structure coverage (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from August 19, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold an initial presentation for a proposed 2-lot subdivision and site plan at 11 Rapa Dr & Old Ravena Rd, Selkirk, which would create a 13.91-acre lot with six 4-unit buildings (24 units total). The board will also approve minutes from the August 18 meeting. No final decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Initial presentation for 24-unit multi-family development (6 buildings, 4 units each) at 11 Rapa Dr & Old Ravena Rd, Selkirk
• Proposed subdivision: Lot 1 (2.79 acres, existing 2-family residence and barn), Lot 2 (13.91 acres for multi-family dwellings)
• Minutes approval for August 18, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (3-5 minutes per speaker) on agenda items

The Planning Board held an initial presentation for a proposed 2-lot subdivision and site plan at 11 Rapa Dr & Old Ravena Rd, Selkirk, which would create six 4-family buildings (24 units) on a 13.91-acre lot. No decision was made; the board tabled further discussion pending revisions to address comments about driveway placement, landscaping, and stormwater. The board also approved the August 18, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0).

• Approved August 18, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled further discussion on 11 Rapa Dr subdivision/site plan pending revisions

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a local law amending stop intersections, followed by votes on several contracts and expenditures, including a $1.69 million Advanced Life Support agreement with Albany County, a $44,312 traffic safety grant, and funding for a Feura Bush Road traffic assessment. The board will also consider appointing an intern, a sustainable agriculture grant, a bid for liquid carbon dioxide, and EV charging station purchases. A presentation on the New Salem Water Treatment Plant condition is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on Local Law amending Chapter 119, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 119-33 (Stop Intersections)
• Approve contract with Albany County for Advanced Life Support Services: $1,694,772.79
• Approve $44,312 grant from NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee
• Authorize up to $65,000 from General Fund Capital Reserve for Feura Bush Road Area Traffic Assessment
• Purchase and install two EV charging stations from Plug-In Stations Online: $37,149.18

The Town Board unanimously approved a $65,000 Feura Bush Road area traffic assessment, subject to permissive referendum, and authorized a budget modification and a services agreement with Greenman Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) to conduct the study. The board also approved several routine items, including a $1.69 million agreement with Albany County for advanced life support services and a $44,312 state traffic safety grant. The zoning code update remains paused, with the board planning to reconvene in early September.

• Approved $65,000 Feura Bush Road traffic assessment (4-0)
• Authorized budget modification of $65,000 for traffic assessment (4-0)
• Approved services agreement with GPI for traffic assessment (4-0)
• Approved $1,694,772.79 agreement with Albany County for ALS services (4-0)
• Approved $44,312 state traffic safety grant contract (4-0)
• Approved $37,149.18 for two EV charging stations (4-0)
• Approved $29,973.90 Northeast SARE partnership grant (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Abby Toms as intern at $19.50/hour (4-0)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Town Board approved a $65,000 traffic assessment for the Feura Bush Road area, authorizing the use of capital reserves and a contract with Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI). The study will collect vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle data in September to analyze existing traffic conditions and inform future infrastructure decisions. The board also received a condition assessment presentation for the New Salem Water Treatment Plant, outlining potential long-term infrastructure needs.

• Approved $65,000 for Feura Bush Road traffic assessment (4-0)
• Authorized GPI contract for traffic assessment (4-0)
• Approved $1.69M contract for advanced life support services (4-0)
• Approved $37,149 purchase of two EV charging stations (4-0)
• Appointed Abby Toms as senior services intern (4-0)
• Awarded liquid carbon dioxide bid to Airgas USA, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $44,312 traffic safety grant contract (4-0)
• Authorized $29,973.90 partnership grant contract (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and discuss an application by Stephen Kitchen for a 10x12-foot shed at 387 Delaware Avenue. The shed would exceed the town's accessory structure lot coverage limit, requiring an area variance. The board will also consider approving minutes from the August 5 meeting.

• Public hearing for area variance 26-01000007 at 387 Delaware Avenue
• Proposed shed would bring accessory coverage to 7.6% (639 sq ft), exceeding 5% limit by 1.6% (207 sq ft)
• Discussion and possible action on the Kitchen application
• Minutes approval for August 5, 2026 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and unanimously approved an area variance for Stephen Kitchen to install a 10-foot by 12-foot storage shed at 387 Delaware Avenue. The variance was needed because the shed would bring total accessory structure lot coverage to 7.6%, exceeding the 5% limit. The board found the variance request not substantial and that it would not harm the neighborhood. The board also accepted the minutes from the August 5, 2026 meeting with one abstention.

• Approved area variance 26-01000007 for a 10x12 shed at 387 Delaware Avenue (5-0)
• Accepted August 5, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, Fitzsimons abstained)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will take action on two major items: the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment, which includes a decision on a fee in lieu of a parkland requirement and the approval of the subdivision amendment itself, and the redevelopment of the trucking terminal at 25 Frontage Rd in Glenmont. The board will also discuss a proposed 3-lot subdivision at 55 McCormack Rd.

The Bethlehem Planning Board accepted previous meeting minutes, conditionally approved amendments for the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision along with a public parkland fee resolution, issued a negative declaration and site plan approval for the redevelopment of a trucking terminal at 37 Frontage Road, and tabled discussion on the 55 McCormack Road minor subdivision.

• Accepted July 21, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved McCormacks Hollow Subdivision public parkland fee-in-lieu resolution (4-0)
• Approved McCormacks Hollow Subdivision Section 2 Final Plat Amendment (4-0)
• Approved SEQR Negative Declaration for 37 Frontage Road site plan (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan SPA 346 for 37 Frontage Road trucking terminal redevelopment (4-0)
• Tabled further discussion on 55 McCormack Road minor subdivision project update
• Adjourned regular meeting to September 1, 2026 (4-0)

Town Board - Special Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board is meeting to consider a range of administrative and financial items, including police department appointments, vehicle purchases, grant agreements, and budget transfers. Several items involve public safety and infrastructure, such as a police fleet conversion bid and engineering services for a water main extension. The agenda also includes routine approvals like minutes and a public hearing on a traffic law amendment.

• Approve appointments of Katherine Arnold ($64,995) and Marcella Rockwell ($50,012) as Telecommunicators
• Award police vehicle fleet conversion bid to LaRosa's Automotive of Schenectady
• Authorize $100,000 NYS grant for playground equipment at North Bethlehem Park
• Approve $159,400 budget transfer for engineering services on Lasher Road/Route 9W water main extension
• Purchase three Chevy Equinox EVs ($30,938.79 each) and a tire changing machine ($15,001.30)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will consider a series of administrative and financial items, including police department appointments, vehicle purchases, grant agreements, and a budget transfer for a water main extension. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a local law regarding stop intersections. No major policy decisions are on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Approve appointment of Katherine Arnold as Telecommunicator at $64,995 annual salary
• Approve appointment of Marcella Rockwell as Telecommunicator at $50,012 annual salary
• Authorize $100,000 NYS grant for playground equipment at North Bethlehem Park
• Award police vehicle fleet conversion bid to LaRosa's Automotive of Schenectady
• Approve $159,400 budget transfer for engineering services on Lasher Road/Route 9W water main extension

The Town Board announced a pause on the zoning code update, responding to community feedback, and will reconvene in early September to chart a path forward. The board also approved a series of personnel appointments, equipment purchases, and a water main extension engineering contract. A revised Farms & Forests Capital Reserve Fund resolution was held without action.

• Paused zoning code update; will reconvene in September
• Approved appointment of Katherine Arnold as Telecommunicator ($64,995/yr)
• Approved appointment of Marcella Rockwell as Telecommunicator ($50,012/yr)
• Approved appointment of Scott Yanulavich as Laborer 2 (grade 10-2)
• Approved $100,000 NYS grant agreement for North Bethlehem Park playground equipment
• Approved $159,400 engineering contract for Lasher Road/Route 9W water main extension
• Adopted resolution to purchase 2026 Chevy Equinox EV for Senior Services ($30,938.79)
• Held revised Farms & Forests Capital Reserve Fund resolution

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Zoning Board of Appeals will review a variance request for Stephen T. Kitchen’s property at 387 Delaware Avenue. The applicant seeks approval to install a 10-foot by 12-foot shed, which would exceed the town’s 5% lot coverage limit for accessory structures. The board may schedule a public hearing for this application.

• Variance request for 10x12-foot shed at 387 Delaware Avenue (Area Variance 26-01000007)
• Proposed shed would add 120 sq ft, exceeding 5% lot coverage limit by 1.6% (207 sq ft)
• Existing detached garage already covers 6.2% of lot (539 sq ft)

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to accept an application from Stephen Kitchen for an area variance at 387 Delaware Avenue and scheduled a public hearing for August 9, 2026. The applicant proposes a 10x12 foot shed that would exceed the town's 5% accessory structure lot coverage limit. The board also approved a resolution for 17 Hawthorne Avenue and accepted the July 15, 2026 minutes with minor corrections.

• Set public hearing for area variance at 387 Delaware Ave (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 17 Hawthorne Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted July 15, 2026 minutes as amended (unanimous)

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision, Section 2 on North St in Delmar. The board is considering changes to residential lot counts and land conveyance to the town.

• Public hearing for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision, Section 2, North St, Delmar (Application 24-01200001)
• Proposed reduction of residential lots to 3
• Proposed conveyance of 23.76 acres to the Town
• Proposed removal of approval condition to bury electric lines on North Street

The Planning Board closed the public hearing for the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment, which proposes to bury electric lines, reduce lots to 3, and convey 23.76 acres to the town. Further discussion on the information items was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Closed public hearing for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on information items for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision, Section 2 on North St, Delmar. The board is considering changes to residential lot counts and land conveyance to the town.

• Public hearing for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision, Section 2 (Application 24-01200001)
• Proposal to reduce the number of residential lots to 3
• Proposal to convey 23.76 acres to the Town
• Proposal to remove a condition of approval to bury electric lines on North Street

The Planning Board closed the public hearing for the McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment, which proposes to remove a condition requiring buried electric lines, reduce lots to 3, and convey 23.76 acres to the town. The board tabled further discussion on the information items for this application. No final decision was made on the amendment.

• Closed public hearing for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on information items for the subdivision amendment

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed three‑lot minor subdivision at 55 McCormack Rd, Slingerlands (Subdivision Application 25-00300004). The board will also consider possible actions on a subdivision amendment for McCormacks Hollow (Application 24-01200001) that would bury electric lines, reduce lots to three and convey 23.76 acres to the town. Additional items include possible actions on a fee‑in‑lieu for a senior‑housing project at 152 Rockefeller Rd and a site‑plan approval for the same 90‑unit residential building.

• Public hearing on 55 McCormack Rd, Slingerlands – 3‑lot minor subdivision (Application 25-00300004)
• Possible SEQR determination action for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision amendment (Application 24-01200001)
• Possible scheduling of a public hearing on Aug 4 for the McCormacks Hollow amendment
• Possible resolution on fee in lieu of parkland for Rockefeller Road senior housing (Site Plan Application 23-00100012)
• Possible site‑plan approval (SPA 345) for the 90‑unit senior housing at 152 Rockefeller Rd

The Board approved the site plan and parkland fee resolution for a 3-story senior housing complex. It also advanced a subdivision amendment for McCormacks Hollow by approving its SEQR resolution and scheduling a public hearing. A minor subdivision proposal for 55 McCormack Road was tabled pending plan reviews.

• Approved site plan for 90-unit senior housing at 152 Rockefeller Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Parkland Reservation Fee In Lieu resolution for 152 Rockefeller Road (Unanimous)
• Approved SEQR Negative Declaration for McCormacks Hollow subdivision amendment (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for McCormacks Hollow subdivision amendment for August 4, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Tabled 55 McCormack Road 3-lot minor subdivision for further review (Unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Development Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board is considering site plan approval for a 90-unit senior housing complex on Rockefeller Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a minor subdivision in Slingerlands and proposed amendments to the McCormacks Hollow subdivision.

• Proposed 3-story, 90-unit residential building and parking at 152 Rockefeller Rd
• Public hearing for a 3-lot minor subdivision at 55 McCormack Rd
• Subdivision amendment for McCormacks Hollow (Section 2) to reduce residential lots to 3 and convey 23.76 acres to the Town
• Possible action on SEQR Determination of Significance for North St, Delmar project
• Resolution regarding public parkland or fee in lieu for Rockefeller Road Senior Housing

The Bethlehem Planning Board approved a site plan for a 90-unit multifamily senior housing project at 152 Rockefeller Road, granted a SEQR negative declaration and scheduled a public hearing for a subdivision amendment on North Street, and approved a subdivision public hearing for McCormack Road. The Board also accepted previous meeting minutes and a public parkland fee-in-lieu resolution with a 50% credit for on-site recreational facilities.

• Approved minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for 55 McCormack Road minor subdivision (3-0)
• Approved SEQR Negative Declaration for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision Section 2 Amendment (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for McCormacks Hollow Subdivision Section 2 Amendment for August 4, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved public parkland fee-in-lieu resolution with 50% credit for 152 Rockefeller Road Senior Housing (3-0)
• Approved site plan SPA 345 for 152 Rockefeller Road 90-unit senior housing project (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting to August 4, 2026 (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review applications and potentially issue resolutions for two properties. The board will also approve minutes from three previous meetings held in June and July 2026.

• Resolution for Louis Kurrelmeyer at 17 Hawthorne Ave
• Resolution for WAWEB at 152 Rockefeller Rd
• Approval of minutes from June 3, June 17, and July 1, 2026

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the resolution for 152 Rockefeller Road with all members in favor. The board also accepted the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0 vote), rejected the June 17, 2026 minutes, and accepted the July 1, 2026 minutes (4‑0 vote). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 152 Rockefeller Road resolution as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Rejected June 17, 2026 meeting minutes (no vote)
• Accepted July 1, 2026 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Board - Regular Meeting

The Bethlehem Town Board will hold a public hearing on the 2026 BEST Grant application for Perfect Blend and consider several appointments, contracts, and budget transfers. Key items include hiring a police officer and an equipment operator, approving engineering services for Elm Avenue Park spray pads, purchasing a sewer crawler camera, and exempting a parking lot restriping from minimum width requirements.

• Public hearing on 2026 BEST Grant project application for Perfect Blend
• Appointment of Joseph M. Dillabough as Police Officer at $72,922 annual salary
• Engineering contract with CHA Consulting for Elm Avenue Park spray pads UV treatment system, up to $49,500 from Park Land Set-aside fund
• Purchase of sewer crawler camera system from Spartan Tool, LLC for $52,677.82 from Sewer Fund Capital Reserve
• Budget transfer of $159,400 for engineering services on water main extension along Lasher Road and State Route 9W

The Town Board announced it will pause the zoning code update process for the summer, taking additional time to review key elements of the proposal and make recommendations this fall. The board also approved several routine items, including the appointment of a new police officer and an equipment operator, and authorized funding for park and sewer infrastructure projects. A public hearing was held to solicit comment on a grant application for Perfect Blend Cafe and Bakery.

• Paused the zoning code update process for the summer, with plans to reconvene in early September with a path forward.
• Approved the appointment of Joseph M. Dillabough as a Police Officer, effective July 19, 2026, at an annual salary of $72,922.
• Approved the appointment of William Fichter as an Equipment Operator, effective July 13, 2026, at a salary of $54,579.
• Approved the use of up to $49,500 from the Park Land Set-A-Side Fund for engineering services with CHA Consulting for the Elm Avenue Park spray pad replacement.
• Adopted a resolution to use up to $52,677.82 from the Sewer Fund Capital Reserve Fund for a sewer crawler camera system, subject to permissive referendum.
• Approved awarding the bid for the sewer crawler camera system to Spartan Tool, LLC for $52,677.82.
• Approved an exemption from the 9-ft minimum parking width for restriping at 210 Delaware (Soojee Beauty).
• Approved a request to authorize the Town Clerk and Police Department to issue letters of no objection for up to 12 one-day alcohol event permits in a 12-month period, with Councilmember Schnurr abstaining.

Planning Board - Regular Meeting

The Planning Board will consider a Qualified Action Exemption under SEQR for a proposed 3-lot minor subdivision at 55 McCormack Rd, and possibly schedule a public hearing for July 21, 2026. Additionally, the Board will receive an initial presentation for a proposed 3-unit multifamily housing site plan at 50 Adams Place, Delmar. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 5, 2026.

• 55 McCormack Rd, Slingerlands – update and possible action on SEQR Qualified Action Exemption for a 3-lot minor subdivision
• 55 McCormack Rd – possible action to schedule a public hearing for July 21, 2026 on the same subdivision
• 50 Adams Place, Delmar – initial presentation for a proposed 3-unit multifamily housing site plan
• Approval of minutes from the May 5, 2026 Planning Board meeting

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting unanimously. It approved an update to the SEQR qualified action exemption for the 55 McCormack Rd subdivision. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for that subdivision on July 21, 2026. Discussion of the 50 Adams Place multi‑family housing site plan was tabled.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved SEQR exemption update for 55 McCormack Rd subdivision (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 55 McCormack Rd subdivision on July 21, 2026 (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on 50 Adams Place multi‑family housing site plan
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)