Oswego public meetings in 2024
38 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will consider three authorizations: a $50,000 grant from the NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services for the police department's embedded mental health clinician program; a donation of materials and supplies valued at $2,513.60 from Lowe's Home Center, LLC; and a $20,000 budget amendment for the Central Printing and Mailing Account for postage.
- Authorize acceptance of $50,000 grant for police mental health clinician program
- Authorize acceptance of $2,513.60 donation of materials from Lowe's Home Center, LLC
- Authorize $20,000 budget amendment for Central Printing and Mailing postage
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss authorizing a public hearing for a Restore NY Grant regarding the Oswego Freight House Rehabilitation Project. The body is also reviewing several grant awards and budget transfers for city services.
- Proposed public hearing for Restore NY Grant for Oswego Freight House Rehabilitation Project
- Acceptance of $186,300.00 grant for patrol vehicle upgrades
- Acceptance of $23,901.00 grant for updated cameras
- Budget amendments totaling $80,000.00 for auditing services
- Transfer of $40,000.00 for fuel and vehicle maintenance costs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee is reviewing several requests for fund transfers and the acceptance of grants. These items include funding for traffic safety equipment, fire department purchases, and auditing services.
- Request for $186,300.00 grant for traffic safety equipment
- Request for $80,000.00 in budget amendments for auditing services
- Request for $60,952.00 in Fire Department fund transfers
- Request for $40,000.00 in transfers to the Garage Materials and Supplies Account
- Request for $23,901.00 grant for new police cameras
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review a request to rescind the authorization for the Santa Express - Jingle + Mingle event. The committee will also consider a request to host the Annual Trinity Turkey Trot 5k.
- Request to rescind resolution for Santa Express - Jingle + Mingle on December 14, 2024
- Request from Kristin Graves to host Annual Trinity Turkey Trot 5k on November 17, 2024
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to discuss a request from Mayor Robert Corradino. The request seeks authorization for a public hearing on November 25, 2024, regarding a grant application for the Oswego Freight House rehabilitation project.
- Public hearing request for $1,000,000.00 RestoreNY Grant
- Oswego Freight House rehabilitation project
Common Council
The Common Council will adopt Local Law No. 5 amending Chapter 207 (Solid Waste) and authorize the mayor to execute a letter of intent for a $1,000,000.00 Restore NY grant to rehabilitate the Oswego Train Depot. The council will also approve professional‑services contracts for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant and a $169,000.00 beautification and safety improvement project, and will make several fund‑transfer and public‑space use approvals.
- Approve Local Law No. 5 of 2024 amending Chapter 207 – Solid Waste
- Authorize Mayor to execute Letter of Intent for a $1,000,000.00 Restore NY grant for the Oswego Train Depot Rehab Project
- Accept C&S Companies proposal for $169,000.00 Beautification and Safety Improvement Project
- Authorize City Chamberlain to advance $62,500.00 for Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project
- Authorize transfer of $46,245.81 from Water Fund Contingent Account to Water Fund BAN Interest Account
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will decide whether to accept a low bid of $533,600 for a hazardous materials survey for the Westside Wastewater Project. It will also consider authorizing the Mayor to sign a $62,500 amendment for automation engineering services at the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant. The committee will review a $169,000 proposal for Phase 2 design services of the Beautification and Safety Improvement Project and a quit‑claim deed for 107 East Tenth Street. Finally, it will consider a letter of intent for a $1,000,000 Restore NY grant to fund the Oswego Train Depot Rehab Project.
- Accept $533,600 low bid from GHD Consulting for hazardous materials survey, Westside Wastewater Project
- Authorize $62,500 amendment with GHD Consulting for automation engineering at Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Accept $169,000 proposal from C&S Companies for Phase 2 design of Beautification and Safety Improvement Project
- Authorize Mayor to execute letter of intent for $1,000,000 Restore NY Grant for Oswego Train Depot Rehab Project
- Authorize Mayor to execute quit‑claim deed for 107 East Tenth Street
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee is meeting to consider three specific requests. These include a residential property modification and two requests for the use of public space for community events.
- Request from Michael Barbera to install a new deck at 165 East Fifth Street
- Request from Jeanne Ritz for public space use and noise ordinance waiver for Ritz Kids Crush Cancer 5K
- Request from Oswego YMCA to host the Annual Reindeer Run on December 7, 2024
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council will consider approving contracts and grants for wastewater treatment plant improvements, animal shelter services, and a new skate rink fee structure. The body will also hear public comments on rental assistance programs.
- Authorize $172,600 in funding for Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant blower improvements
- Authorize $88,900 for Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Consent Decree Requirements
- Accept $5,000 grant for portable speed monitoring sign
- Authorize new skate rink fees and regulations
- Approve amendments to the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program Administrative Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will vote on authorizations for several change orders and contracts, including a $239,580 fence installation at the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant. It will also consider grant acceptances for the police department, budget amendments for employee benefits and IT services, and discuss rules for city‑owned ice rinks and vehicle acquisition.
- Authorize acceptance of NYS Fence Inc. bid for Cayuga Street Sanitary Sewer Lift Station & Freshwater Treatment Plant fence installation – $239,580.00
- Authorize Change Order No. 3 with GHD Consulting Services, Inc. for Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant blower improvements – $42,500.00
- Authorize Change Order No. 3 with Scriba Electric Incorporated for Water Treatment Plant improvements – $81,335.35
- Authorize acceptance of a $5,000.00 Walmart Spark Good Grants Team grant for a portable speed monitoring sign for the Police Department
- Authorize acceptance of a $1,500.00 donation from Laborer's Local 633 Golf Tournament for the Oswego Animal Shelter
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review three requests for use of city property. One request asks to install a high split‑rail fence at 153 Tallman Street. Another seeks donation of a memorial bench for Francis and Leo Enwright at Kingsford Park School near West Fifth Street. The third proposes using public space for the Stoneledge Halloween Parade on Oct. 31, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Request to install a high split‑rail fence at 153 Tallman Street (owners Gary and Mrs. Konu)
- Donation of a memorial bench for Francis and Leo Enwright at Kingsford Park School near West Fifth Street
- Request to host the Stoneledge Halloween Parade on Oct. 31, 2024, 5:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will meet to review committee minutes and a request from the City Clerk. The primary item is a request to schedule a public hearing for Local Law No. 5 of 2024.
- Proposed public hearing for Local Law No. 5 of 2024 to amend Chapter 207 (Solid Waste) of the City Code
Common Council
The Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on a temporary moratorium for smoke shops and a zone change for properties on West Fifth Street. The body is also reviewing several public space requests and budget amendments for city services.
- Local Law No. 4 of 2024: Temporary moratorium on smoke shops
- Zone change for 193, 195, and 197 West Fifth Street from TN2 to TB for Stewarts Shops
- Change Order No. 1 with Northern Asphalt, LLC for 2024 Milling & Paving Project: $43,868.88
- Grant award from New York State's Highway Safety Program: $10,851.00
- Budget amendment for Professional Services Agreement with Brookfield Power New York Hydro Services, LLC: $59,366.91
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will review several requests for budget amendments and fund transfers. The body is discussing authorizations for professional services, infrastructure project costs, and the acceptance of a state grant.
- Budget amendment of $59,366.91 for Brookfield Power New York Hydro Services, LLC
- Change Order No. 1 with Northern Asphalt, LLC for $43,868.88 for 2024 Milling & Paving Project
- Budget amendment of $187,016.00 to the Bond Anticipation Notes Interest Account
- Acceptance of a $10,851.00 New York State Highway Safety Program grant
- Budget amendment of $8,000.00 for truck repairs in the Shade Trees and Parks account
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee is meeting to consider several requests for the use of public space. These include a commercial property improvement project and three community events.
- Request from Oswego Health at 110 West Sixth Street to install sidewalks, curbs, trees, landscaping, and a dumpster enclosure
- Request from Keri Guynn for the 2024 Buc Spirit Parade on October 16, 2024
- Request from John FitzGibbons for a block party on September 29, 2024
- Rescind and replace request from Trish Levine of the YMCA for the Pumpkin Festival at East Park (Washington Square Park) on October 5-6, 2024
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council will meet on September 9, 2024, to consider several resolutions and public hearings. Key items include a zoning change for three properties on West Fifth Street, a temporary law on smoke shops, and accepting grants for firefighter equipment and a patrol vehicle. The council will also vote on public space use requests and authorize several contracts and budget amendments.
- Public hearing on rezoning 193, 195 & 197 West Fifth Street from TN2 to TB
- Public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2024 on smoke shops
- Accept $67,539.01 DHS grant for firefighter equipment
- Accept $61,263 NYS grant for new patrol vehicle
- Authorize $31,434.91 change order for Riverwalk West Wall Reconstruction
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Physical Services Committee will consider five requests to use city public spaces. The requests include a curb garden at 86 West Oneida Street, a wedding reception at the Marina Pavilion, a breast cancer walk at the McCrobie Building and Breitbeck Park, a community game night at Washington Square Park, and a block party on West Fifth Street. The committee will discuss whether to authorize each event.
- Curb Garden request by Ashley Jones at 86 West Oneida Street
- Wedding Reception request by Bobbi‑Jo Louis at Marina Pavilion on Sep 14, 2024
- Hooters – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Walk request by Kristy Salvador at McCrobie Building and Breitbeck Park on Oct 20, 2024
- Community Game Night request by The Desens House at Washington Square Park on Sep 10, 2024
- Block party request by Susan McBrearty on West Fifth Street on Sep 14, 2024 (Rescind and Replace)
General
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing a request for a public hearing regarding a zone change for three properties. The body will also discuss a potential moratorium on businesses selling vaping and smoking products.
- Proposed zone change from TN2 to TB for 193, 195 & 197 West Fifth Street
- Discussion of a moratorium on establishments selling vaping and smoking products
General
The committee will consider several funding authorizations for city infrastructure and public safety. This includes professional services for wastewater treatment and grants for fire and police equipment. The body will also discuss changes to the special event fee schedule.
- Proposal from Paoletti Engineering PLLC for Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant for $22,060.00
- Change Order No. 5 with W.D. Malone for Oswego Riverwalk West Wall Reconstruction for $31,434.91
- Homeland Security grant for fire equipment in the amount of $67,539.01
- NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services grant for a patrol vehicle in the amount of $61,263.00
- Fund transfers totaling $255,000.00 for East Side and West Side Waste Water Treatment Plants
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council will hold public hearings on the 2025 city operating budget and two proposed local laws before voting on the budget and other resolutions. The meeting includes approvals for public space use, a special use permit for a wireless facility, and the extinguishment of a paper alley.
- Public hearing on 2025 City Operating Budget
- Public hearing on Local Law No. 2 (Flood Damage Prevention)
- Public hearing on Local Law No. 3 (Property Tax Levy)
- Approval of 2025 City Operating Budget (+ Tax Warrant)
- Approval of Special Use Permit for wireless facility at 29 East Cayuga Street
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to review a request from the Zoning and Planning Office. The body is considering whether to forward a specific zone change request to the Planning Board for an advisory opinion and public hearing.
- Proposed zone change for 193, 195 and 197 West Fifth Street from TN2 (Traditional Neighborhood 2) to TB (Traditional Business)
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will review and likely approve minutes from its last meeting. The main decision is whether to authorize a $239,580 contract with NYS Fence Inc. for fencing at the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant’s Cayuga Street Sanitary Sewer Lift Station and Freshwater Treatment Plant.
- Approve minutes of August 5, 2024 meeting
- Authorize $239,580 bid by NYS Fence Inc. for Cayuga Street Sanitary Sewer Lift Station & Freshwater Treatment Plant fence installation
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review and likely approve several public space use requests, including a patio extension on West Fifth Street, a block party on East Mohawk Street, and events at Breitbeck Park. It will also consider extinguishing a paper alley on East Seventh Street.
- Patio extension with cobblestone pavers at 19 West Fifth Street
- Block Party on East Mohawk Street, September 8, 2024, 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Teddy Bear Picnic at Breitbeck Park, September 5, 2024, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Extinguish paper alley at 247 East Seventh Street
- Grill and Chill Event at Breitbeck Park, September 27, 2024, 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on several items, including the 2025 city budget, local law amendments, and special use permits. The meeting will also include approvals for public space use and a budget amendment for temporary staffing.
- Approve 2025 City Operating Budget
- Amend Local Law No. 1 of 2024 for Parks and Recreation Chapter 173
- Authorize public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2024 for Flood Damage Prevention Chapter 133-6
- Approve $9,000 budget amendment for temporary employee and intern hiring
- Authorize public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2024 for property tax levy exceeding state limit
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will meet to discuss a request for funds to support a records preservation project. The committee will also consider a request for an executive session to discuss litigation.
- Proposed $9,000 transfer from General Fund Contingent Account to Clerk’s Personal Services Account for a temporary employee and intern
- Request for executive session to discuss proposed, pending or current litigation
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will consider several requests to use city public spaces. Items include an A‑frame sign at 22 West Mohawk Street, a wedding ceremony and reception at Breitbeck Park and Lake Street, the annual Walk4Life event in Breitbeck Park, and a blanket resolution from the Oswego YMCA regarding signage at street corners for community events.
- A‑frame sign request by Brian Parkhurst for 22 West Mohawk Street
- Wedding ceremony at Breitbeck Park and reception on Lake Street between West Second and West Third Streets (Oct 5, 2024) requested by Angela Anthony
- Annual Walk4Life event request for Breitbeck Park (Sept 7, 2024) by Theresa Wilkins
- YMCA blanket resolution request for street‑corner signage for popular annual community events
General
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to discuss authorizations for two public hearings. These hearings concern updates to flood damage prevention laws and a special use permit for a wireless facility.
- Proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2024 to amend Chapter 133 - Flood Damage Prevention
- Special Use Permit for Bell Atlantic Mobile Systems, LLC for a roof-mounted wireless telecommunications facility
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including approving the Oswego Pride Festival, authorizing a wastewater treatment contract with Nutrition Bar Confectioners, LLC, and transferring funds for vital records digitization. The agenda also includes appointing a Commissioner of Deeds and approving prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution 236: Approve Oswego Pride Festival on Sept 9, 2023, with road closure of West Oneida Street between West 1st and West 2nd, noise ordinance waiver, and $150 fee
- Resolution 237: Authorize Mayor to sign wastewater treatment contract with Nutrition Bar Confectioners, LLC at $0.02/gallon, effective July 25, 2023 through Dec 31, 2026
- Resolution 238: Transfer $2,000 from Clerk's Contracted Services to Personal Services for vital records digitization
- Resolution 235: Appoint David Peel as Commissioner of Deeds for two-year term
- Resolution 234: Approve minutes from July 10, 2023 meeting
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will review five new business items, including a grant application for waterfront planning and a pledge to support housing. The most significant financial action involves approving a $573,417.30 change order that lowers the total cost of the Riverwalk West Wall Reconstruction Project. The committee will also discuss bonding for the Conway Building Roof and authorize a $28,000 amendment for the Riverwalk West bridge project.
- Authorization to submit a grant application to the NY State Department of State Local Waterfront Revitalization Program
- Request to adopt the ProHousing Communities Pledge
- Discussion regarding bonding for the Conway Building Roof project
- Authorization for Mayor to sign Amendment No. 2 with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. for $28,000.00 for Riverwalk West - Bridge Street to West Utica Street Project
- Authorization for Mayor to sign Change Order No. 4 with WD Malone for $573,417.30 to lower the contract total for the Riverwalk West Wall Reconstruction Project
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review and potentially authorize two requests for use of public space: a wedding reception at the Marina Pavilion and a Grill and Chill event at Breitbeck Park. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 1 meeting and has no other listed business.
- Wedding reception at Marina Pavilion on Aug 18, 2024, 1-8 p.m., requested by Tay Solazzo
- Grill and Chill event at Breitbeck Park on Aug 9, 2024, 3-9 p.m., requested by Oswego County Opportunities, Inc
- Approval of July 1, 2024 committee minutes
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will meet to approve minutes from April and consider a request from Mayor Corradino to authorize a public hearing on a proposed local law amending Chapter 173 (Parks and Recreation) of the City Code. No other substantive items are listed.
- Approve minutes of April 15, 2024 meeting
- Mayor Corradino requests authorization for public hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2024
- Proposed law amends Chapter 173, Parks and Recreation
Common Council
The Common Council is considering a $1,232,000 bond resolution for High Dam rehabilitation. Other items include multiple change orders for the Oswego East First Street Redevelopment Project and several budget transfers for fire department and municipal services.
- $1,232,000.00 bond resolution for High Dam rehabilitation
- Oswego East First Street Redevelopment Project change orders totaling $14,723.11
- Up to $35,000.00 for Wright’s Landing Marina permitting and weed removal
- $55,000.00 budget amendment for Fire Department expenses
- Transfer of $145,000.00 for High Dam Hydroelectric Facility costs
Common Council
The Oswego Common Council is voting on multiple public space permits for local events and property modifications. Key decisions include authorizing a $62,500 advance for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project, finalizing agreements for the Eastside Youth Center and Skateboard Park, and approving a new fee schedule for special event services. The council will also allocate $21,000 to hire two seasonal Community Service Officers to support police operations.
- Authorize Amendment No. 1 with GHD Consulting for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project and advance $62,500 in funds
- Execute agreements with the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau and YMCA for the Eastside Youth Center and Skateboard Park
- Approve a new fee schedule for Special Event Services
- Allocate $21,000 from the General Fund Contingent Account to hire two seasonal Community Service Officers for the Police Department
- Authorize road closure on East Albany Street (Caruso Bros. Memorial Blvd.) during Super Dirt Week events in October 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee will review adjustments to special event fee schedules and several budget transfers. The meeting includes requests for funding local event sponsorships, hiring seasonal police officers, and automating services at the Westside Waste Water Treatment Plant.
- Adjustment of special event's fee schedule
- $16,500.00 transfer from General Fund Contingent Account to CDA 6420 for local event sponsorships
- $52,000.00 transfer from Tourism Contracted Services Account to CDA 6420 for special events
- $21,000.00 budget amendment for two seasonal community service officers
- $62,500.00 contract amendment with GHD Consulting Services, Inc. for Westside Waste Water Treatment Plant automation
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review several requests for the use of public spaces, including festivals, weddings, and community events. The agenda also includes a request for a multi-day road closure on East Albany Street.
- Way finding sign at 26 East First Street
- Curb garden and dog waste station at 150 West Sixth Street
- Oswego Pride Festival on September 14, 2024
- Block party hosted by Susan McBrearty on August 17, 2024
- Storytime in the Park at Washington Square Park
Common Council
The Common Council will review several resolutions including fund transfers for a new mobile stage and high dam services. The body is also considering various requests to use public spaces and a five-year lease agreement for the McCrobie Center.
- Authorize $1,035,000.00 advance for LaBella Associates, D.P.C. regarding proposed police station
- Authorize $98,000.00 transfer of funds to purchase a new mobile stage
- Authorize $15,300.00 transfer of funds for High Dam services with Brookfield
- Five-year agreement with Ontario Center for Performing Arts, Inc. for McCrobie Center lease
- Use of public space requests for 40 West Oneida Street, Water Street Square, and Breitbeck Park
Administrative Services Committee
The Administrative Services Committee is reviewing several funding requests and contract proposals pending city approval. Items include professional services for the new police station, a mobile stage purchase for parks, and fund reallocations for dam maintenance and venue leasing. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss sealed bids for real property transactions.
- $1,035,500 proposal to LaBella Associates D.P.C. for professional services regarding the new police station
- $98,000 in fund transfers from snow and supplies accounts to purchase a new mobile stage for parks
- $15,300 in intra-departmental fund transfers to cover cost-sharing with Brookfield for High Dam contracted services
- Authorization request for a lease agreement with the Ontario Center for Performing Arts, Inc. for the McCrobie Center venue
- Executive session requested by Mayor Corradino regarding sealed bids for real property acquisition, sale, or lease
Physical Services Committee
The Physical Services Committee will review several requests regarding the use of city property and public spaces. These include requests for a driveway installation, a park event, an informational gathering, and promotional signage.
- Curb cut and driveway request for 40 West Oneida Street
- Party in the Park at Water Street Square on July 27, 2024
- Noise ordinance waiver request for SNAX Enterprises
- Informational event at Breitbeck Park on August 3, 2024
- Placement of three yard signs for Oswego Health Foundation 'For Your Health 5K'