Troy public meetings in 2021

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider establishing eligible lists for several civil service exams, approve a police officer lateral transfer, and create or modify multiple city positions. The agenda includes routine approvals of meeting minutes and exam announcements, alongside substantive personnel actions such as new Housing Compliance Clerk and Traffic Engineer roles.

• Establish 4-year eligible lists for Recycling Specialist, Solid Waste & Litter Enforcement Officer, and Library Assistant
• Approve lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Hyde Park PD to Troy PD
• Create new positions: Housing Compliance Clerk and Traffic Engineer
• Add positions: Account Clerk, Sanitation Person (2), Sign Maintenance Person, Building Maintenance Mechanic
• Review exam announcements for Discovery Coordinator, Youth Services Specialist, Assessment Clerk, Deputy Registrar

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved all items on the agenda by unanimous 2-0 votes (with one commissioner absent). Actions included establishing four-year eligible lists for Recycling Specialist, Solid Waste & Litter Enforcement Officer, and Library Assistant; approving a lateral transfer of a police officer from Hyde Park; creating new positions (Housing Compliance Clerk, Traffic Engineer, Account Clerk, Sanitation Person, Sign Maintenance Person, Building Maintenance Mechanic); and approving exam announcements and job specification revisions.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Recycling Specialist, Exam #62099 (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Solid Waste & Litter Enforcement Officer, Exam #63412 (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Library Assistant, Exam #2104 (2-0)
• Approved lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Town of Hyde Park PD (2-0)
• Established Housing Compliance Clerk position (2-0)
• Established Traffic Engineer position and job specification (2-0)
• Approved exam announcements for Discovery Coordinator, Youth Services Specialist, Assessment Clerk, Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (2-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss the King Fuels site, including a National Grid gas pipeline license and a Troy Kitchen loan. The agenda includes a $35,000 offer from National Grid for permanent and temporary easement rights for a gas transmission line relocation, which the board may accept or discuss.

• National Grid offers $35,000 for permanent and temporary easement rights for gas pipeline relocation at King Fuels site
• King Fuels site cleanup start date set for February 1, 2022
• Troy Kitchen loan under old business
• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2021 board meeting
• Financials review

The Troy Local Development Corporation approved the National Grid Pipeline License Agreement and permanent easement, which will generate $35,000 annually. The board also voted to file a personal judgment and write off the $18,000 balance of Troy Kitchen's BDAP loan. Financials for November were approved, showing a deficit of $51,569. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved National Grid Pipeline License Agreement and permanent easement (motion carried)
• Approved filing personal judgment and writing off $18,000 Troy Kitchen BDAP loan balance (motion carried)
• Approved financials as of November 30, 2021 (motion carried)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is meeting to consider resolutions for the Fourth Street Troy, LLC project, including a $19 million permanent mortgage and additional tax exemptions, and to establish a Monument Square Waterfront Redevelopment Initiative. The board will also hear the Executive Director's report and discuss an environmental investigation by HRP. The agenda includes standard items like approving prior minutes and financials.

• Fourth Street Troy, LLC: $19,000,000 permanent mortgage with Capital Communications Federal Credit Union and $21,860 in mortgage recording tax exemptions
• Monument Square Redevelopment: Authorizing resolution to establish waterfront project and engage legal/financial professionals
• HRP Environmental Investigation: Discussion item
• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2021 meeting
• Executive Director's Report and financial review

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a supplemental resolution granting Fourth Street Troy, LLC an additional $21,860 in mortgage recording tax exemptions and an extension of sales tax benefits, with no increase, to support the mixed-use project at 144-146 and 134-142 Fourth Street. The board also authorized engaging Walsh & Walsh LLP for up to $22,500 to develop a condominium agreement for the Monument Square redevelopment, with Hoboken Brownstone matching the cost. Additionally, the board approved a Phase I environmental study for 744 Pawling Ave. and the financials as presented.

• Approved supplemental financial assistance for Fourth Street Troy, LLC (additional $21,860 mortgage recording tax exemption, sales tax extension) (unanimous)
• Approved engagement of Walsh & Walsh LLP for Monument Square condominium agreement up to $22,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Phase I Environmental Study with HRP Associates for 744 Pawling Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved financials as of November 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 29, 2021 (unanimous)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors reviewed the draft budget for 2022-2025 and the statement of financial position as of September 30, 2021. The meeting included a report on upcoming projects in the Rensselaer County IDA pipeline.

• Approval of the 2022-2025 budget
• Review of $509,476 in total assets and $499,476 in cash
• Discussion of a $1,500 annual fee for bond accounting/staff services
• Report on a 20-year PILOT project at 5th and Federal
• Report on an apartment project on Cemetery Road in Lansingburgh

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved a $4,400 change order to Alta Planning for additional design work on the First Avenue Riverwalk project at 109th Street in Lansingburgh, with one abstention. The board also approved the December 17, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of November 30, 2021, which showed $513,565 in assets and no liabilities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $4,400 change order to Alta Planning for First Avenue Riverwalk design (motion passed, Gardner abstained)
• Approved December 17, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financial statements as of November 30, 2021 (motion carried)

City Council

The Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding budget amendments, including the creation of new capital projects and the reallocation of funds. The agenda also includes proposals to add unpaid fees for water, waste, and vacant buildings to 2022 property tax bills.

• Local Law to increase Planning Commission members from five to seven
• Ordinance to move $125,000 to the General Fund for future assessment updates
• Budget amendment to fund outdoor fitness courts in four parks using $500,000 in CARES Act funds
• Creation of capital projects including Riverwalk Trail ($3,000,000) and Fire/DPW/Police plans
• Ordinances to levy unpaid vacant building, water, and waste fees onto 2022 property tax bills

The Troy City Council unanimously passed a local law increasing Planning Commission membership and changing qualifications, and approved multiple ordinances including budget amendments and relevy of unpaid fees onto 2022 tax bills. It also authorized an ARPA fund allocation (6-0-1) and approved agreements for legal services and an aerial tower truck purchase.

• Passed local law increasing Planning Commission members and changing qualifications (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to deduct from General Fund unassigned balance for specific purpose (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 Special Grants Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance creating capital projects and appropriating funds (7-0)
• Approved ordinances to relevy unpaid vacant building fees, water charges, solid waste fees, bulk pickup fees, and water/sewer shopwork charges onto 2022 tax bills (7-0 each)
• Approved ordinance allocating American Rescue Plan Act funding (6-0-1, Steele abstained)
• Authorized agreement with Goldberg Segalla LLP for labor legal services (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of aerial tower truck from Sutphen Corporation via Sourcewell (7-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation materials. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the provided text.

• Special meeting agenda (CCSPECIALAGENDA121621.PDF)
• Signed legislation materials (CCSIGNEDLEGISLATION121621.PDF)

The Troy City Council unanimously passed a local law increasing Planning Commission membership and changing qualifications, and approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including authorizing ARPA funding for capital projects and relevying unpaid fees onto 2022 property tax bills. All items passed with 7-0 votes except the ARPA budget amendment, which passed 6-0 with one abstention.

• Passed local law increasing Planning Commission members and changing qualifications (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to transfer funds for a specific purpose from unassigned fund balance (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 Special Grants Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance creating capital projects and appropriating funding (7-0)
• Approved ordinances to relevy unpaid vacant building fees, water charges, solid waste fees, bulk pickup fees, and water/sewer shopwork charges onto 2022 tax bills (7-0 each)
• Approved ordinance amending budgets and allocating ARPA funds for a capital project (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized agreement with Goldberg Segalla LLP for labor legal services (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of aerial tower truck from Sutphen Corporation via Sourcewell (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and approve several change-of-use and site plan requests. Key items include a proposal to demolish two apartment buildings and construct a new 7-story mixed-use building with 141 affordable housing units, as well as several new business openings and a warehouse construction. The meeting will also adopt minutes from the previous session.

• Taylor Apartments Building 1 – 125 River Street: demolish Taylor 1 and 2, build 7-story, 153,375 sq ft mixed-use building with 141 affordable units
• 1624 Highland Avenue: grocery with deli in vacant storefront
• 443 Fifth Avenue: The Empire Lounge bar and restaurant
• 1467 Fifth Avenue: kombucha canning operation with tasting room
• 9 Monroe Street: new warehouse by Troy Slag Products Inc.

The Troy Planning Commission approved a site plan amendment for the Taylor Apartments redevelopment at 125 River Street, allowing demolition of two buildings and construction of a new 7-story mixed-use building with 141 affordable replacement units. The commission also approved several change-of-use requests, including a bar/restaurant at 443 Fifth Avenue and a deli at 40 Fourth Street, while dismissing a proposed smoke shop at 3367 Sixth Avenue. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved Taylor Apartments site plan amendment (4-0) with conditions
• Approved positive recommendation for Empire Lounge bar/restaurant at 443 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Dismissed smoke shop proposal at 3367 Sixth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved deli at 40 Fourth Street with operating hours condition (5-0)
• Approved warehouse site plan for Troy Slag Products at Monroe Street (5-0)
• Approved Unity House offices site plan at 97 Fifth Avenue (4-0) with conditions
• Approved consent agenda for grocery at 1624 Highland Avenue and kombucha facility at 1467 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17th meeting (5-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board will consider formally adopting by-laws discussed at a November special meeting, with a vote scheduled. The board will also receive a training presentation from Captain Conyers on body camera policies and procedures, and review case files for complaints ISB 21-03, ISB 21-06, and 21-07. Additionally, members will discuss topics for the January 2022 training session and decide on the meeting date.

• Vote to adopt by-laws
• Training on body camera policy and evidence storage
• Review of complaint case files ISB 21-03, ISB 21-06, 21-07
• Discussion of January 2022 training topics
• Decision on January meeting date (Jan 3 or Jan 10)

The Troy Police Objective Review Board voted 6-0 to adopt draft by-laws, enabling the board to conduct business and potentially revise them. Members also selected two of three reviewed 2021 complaints for further review, including possible body camera footage viewing, at the January meeting. The board plans to hear details of the revised Emotionally Disturbed Persons Response effort in January.

• Adopted draft by-laws (6-0)
• Selected two of three reviewed complaints for further review and possible body camera viewing
• Scheduled January meeting to hear revised Emotionally Disturbed Persons Response details

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering an ordinance to allocate $13.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, amending the 2021 budget to establish capital projects including the Lansingburgh Firehouse and Troy Resource Management Facility. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• $1.5M for Knickerbacker Pool improvements
• $1M for Lansingburgh Firehouse relocation
• $250K for Troy Resource Management Facility (Alamo site)
• $1M for affordable home ownership in North Central
• $500K for childcare assistance

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met remotely on December 2, 2021, and passed an ordinance allocating funding from the American Rescue Plan Act and amending budgets for the General, Capital Projects, and Miscellaneous Special Grants Funds to establish capital projects. The ordinance passed unanimously with 7 ayes, 0 nos, and 0 abstentions. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.

• Approved ordinance allocating American Rescue Plan Act funding and amending budgets to establish capital projects (7-0-0).

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with only two items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, including signed legislation. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Agenda adoption
• Meeting materials, including signed legislation

The Troy City Council passed 15 ordinances and 6 resolutions, including allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for capital projects, settling opioid litigation claims, and authorizing a new special revenue fund. A resolution to create a redistricting commission passed 4-3 after adding specific members and dates, and a resolution condemning ballot harvesting passed 4-2 with one abstention. A resolution for a non-appraisal valuation update was withdrawn by the administration.

• Approved ordinance to reconvey property at 428 First Street (7-0).
• Approved tax certiorari settlement with Madison First LLC (5-2).
• Approved establishing Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund (7-0).
• Approved multiple budget amendments for 2021 funds (7-0 each).
• Approved accepting NYS Homeland Security grant for protective equipment (7-0).
• Approved opioid litigation settlement authorization (7-0).
• Approved ARPA funding allocation for capital projects (7-0).
• Approved redistricting commission resolution with named members (4-3).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to decide on several variance requests, including a major mixed-use redevelopment project and three smaller use or area variances. The board will also adopt minutes from its November 3rd meeting. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• PLZBA 2021 0056: Taylor Apartments Building 1, 125 River Street – area variance for 79-space parking deficiency; 7-story, 153,375 sq ft building with 141 units; 157 parking spaces required, 78 proposed.
• PLZBA 2021 0070: 97 Fifth Avenue – Unity House use variance for ~50 employees (max 10 allowed) for domestic violence program offices.
• PLZBA 2021 0072: 1624 Highland Avenue – use variance for grocery/deli in vacant storefront.
• PLZBA 2021 0074: 3 West Sunnyside Way – area variance for 12 ft by 16 ft shed.
• Adoption of November 3rd meeting minutes.

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for the Taylor Apartments Building I project at 125 River Street, allowing a parking deficiency of 79 spaces. The board also approved use variances for Unity House offices at 97 Fifth Avenue and a grocery/deli at 1624 Highland Avenue, with the latter prohibiting alcohol sales. A proposal for a shed at 3 West Sunnyside Way was withdrawn after it was determined no variance was needed.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 3rd by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved area variance for Taylor Apartments Building I (parking deficiency) by a 5-0 vote.
• Issued a Negative Declaration (SEQR) for Unity House offices at 97 Fifth Avenue by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved use variance for Unity House offices at 97 Fifth Avenue by a 5-0 vote.
• Issued a Negative Declaration (SEQR) for the grocery/deli at 1624 Highland Avenue by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved use variance for the grocery/deli at 1624 Highland Avenue, with condition prohibiting alcohol sales, by a 5-0 vote.
• Withdrew proposal for shed at 3 West Sunnyside Way after determining variance was not required.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 PM by a 5-0 vote.

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 budget, set the property tax levy, and approve multiple bond resolutions for capital projects. The agenda includes ordinances for new water and sewer rates and a resolution to adopt the mayor's recommended budget of $77.98 million for the General Fund. Several bond resolutions authorize borrowing for projects like the Riverwalk Trail, South Troy Industrial Roadway, golf course improvements, and public safety upgrades.

• Ordinance to establish new water and sewer rates, effective Jan 1, 2022
• Ordinance appropriating 2022 budget and levying $27,550,238 in property taxes
• Resolution adopting 2022 budget with $77,977,765 General Fund appropriation
• Bond resolutions totaling $18,010,000 for Riverwalk Trail, South Troy Industrial Roadway, golf course, fire, DPW, streets, police, and garbage
• SEQR resolutions for Riverwalk Trail and other projects

The City Council passed the amended FY2022 budget (4-3) after approving several amendments, including eliminating funding for a proposed re-assessment and raising the Director of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion salary to $70,000. It also passed ordinances establishing new water and sewer rates (5-2) and levying property taxes (4-3). All bond resolutions for capital projects, including the Riverwalk Trail and South Troy Industrial Roadway, passed unanimously.

• Approved new water and sewer rates ordinance (5-2).
• Approved FY2022 budget and tax levy ordinance, amended to $26,687,458 (Section 4) and $27,362,458 (Section 5) (4-3).
• Adopted amended FY2022 budget resolution with $78,746,500 General Fund appropriation (4-3).
• Eliminated funding for proposed re-assessment (7-0).
• Increased Director of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion salary to $70,000 (4-3).
• Approved $3,000,000 bond for Riverwalk Trail construction (7-0).
• Approved $7,250,000 bond for South Troy Industrial Roadway (7-0).
• Approved $3,175,000 bond for golf course improvements (4-3).

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for a special meeting of the Troy City Council. The only listed items are the agenda itself and meeting materials, including signed legislation. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed.

• Agenda document (CCSPECIALAGENDA113021.PDF)
• Signed legislation document (CCSIGNEDLEGISLATION113021.PDF)

The City Council passed the FY2022 budget, a tax levy ordinance, and new water and sewer rates, each by a 4-3 vote with Gulli, Ashe-McPherson, and Mantello dissenting. The Council also unanimously approved a series of bond resolutions totaling over $18 million for capital projects, including the Riverwalk Trail, South Troy Industrial Roadway, golf course improvements, and public safety upgrades. A motion to reduce golf course bond funding from $3,175,000 to $1,750,000 passed unanimously, and the amended resolution passed 6-1 with Cummings opposed.

• Adopted FY2022 budget and tax levy ordinance (4-3, with Gulli, Ashe-McPherson, Mantello opposed)
• Established new water and sewer rates (4-3, with Gulli, Ashe-McPherson, Mantello opposed)
• Approved $3,000,000 bond for Riverwalk Trail construction (7-0)
• Approved $7,250,000 bond for South Troy Industrial Roadway (7-0)
• Amended and approved $1,750,000 bond for golf course improvements (amendment 7-0; resolution 6-1, Cummings opposed)
• Approved $2,400,000 bond for Fire Department projects (7-0)
• Approved $480,000 bond for Public Works projects (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 bond for street reconstruction (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council Law Committee is considering a resolution to establish and appoint a seven-member independent commission to examine population data from the 2020 U.S. Census and determine if the six council districts comply with Charter requirements (each district must have 13-18% of the city's population). If districts are out of compliance, the commission would recommend a redistricting plan. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• Resolution 97: Establish and appoint an independent commission to examine council district populations and recommend redistricting if needed
• Commission must have seven members, no more than four from the same political party
• Commission to report findings and any redistricting plan to the City Council
• Public forum requires pre-registration by 3 pm on meeting day; comments limited to agenda items

The Law Committee voted 2-1 to pass a resolution establishing an independent commission to examine population within the six council districts and recommend a redistricting plan if required. Council Member Ashe-McPherson voted no. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19, and no public comments were made.

• Passed Resolution 97 (2 ayes, 1 no) to appoint an independent commission for redistricting review
• Council Member Ashe-McPherson voted against the resolution
• Held meeting remotely via videoconference due to COVID-19
• Adjourned at 6:08 p.m.

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision. The document serves as a notice for a special meeting of the Troy City Council.

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting and passed two resolutions unanimously (7-0). It approved a resolution determining that installing new water transmission mains (Phase 2) will not have a significant environmental effect, and authorized issuing an additional $25,000,000 in serial bonds to finance reconstruction of the city water system. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved resolution (7-0) that Phase 2 water transmission main installation will have no significant environmental effect
• Approved bond resolution (7-0) authorizing $25,000,000 in additional serial bonds for city water system reconstruction

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to introduce a local law expanding the Planning Commission and to consider ordinances and resolutions on property, budgets, grants, settlements, and contracts. Key items include a $25 million bond for water system reconstruction, a settlement of opioid litigation, and a property reconveyance at 428 First Street.

• Local law to increase Planning Commission from 5 to 7 members and change qualifications
• Ordinance to reconvey 428 First Street to former owners with $20,000 payment
• Ordinance authorizing settlement of opioid litigation claims
• Resolution for $25,000,000 serial bonds for water system reconstruction
• Resolution to contract with Food Scraps 360 for composting services

The Troy City Council approved a $25 million bond for water system reconstruction, along with several budget amendments and ordinances including a property reconveyance and a settlement of tax certiorari proceedings. The Council also passed resolutions for a composting agreement, health insurance administration, and a water transmission main environmental review. A resolution to schedule a public hearing on a local law was withdrawn.

• Approved a $25,000,000 bond to finance the reconstruction of the City water system (7-0).
• Approved an ordinance authorizing the reconveyance of real property acquired by in rem foreclosure (7-0).
• Approved an ordinance settling a tax certiorari claim by Madison First LLC (5-2).
• Approved an ordinance establishing a Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund (7-0).
• Approved multiple ordinances amending the 2021 General, Special Grants, and Miscellaneous Special Grants Fund budgets (7-0).
• Approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Highmark Northeastern New York for health and pharmacy insurance administration for 2022-2024 (6-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with M.M. Hayes Co., Inc. for timekeeping software (6-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Gar Associates LLC for a non-appraisal valuation of assessed properties (5-2).

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and vote on several change-of-use applications, site plans, and subdivisions. Notable items include converting a former community center into 14 apartments, expanding an electric substation, building a daycare facility, and multiple new businesses. The agenda also includes old business items like a 62-unit apartment building and a rock climbing gym with senior housing.

• PLPC 2021 0064: Convert former community center at 2245 Old Sixth Avenue into 14-unit multi-family building
• PLPC 2021 0067: National Grid to refurbish and expand Corliss Park Electric Substation at 26 New Turnpike Road
• PLPC 2021 0068: New two-story daycare facility at 2368 Fifth Avenue by Commission on Economic Opportunity
• PLPC 2021 0014: BDC Holdings proposes 62-unit apartment building at King's Landing II, Federal Street and Fifth Avenue
• PLPC 2021 0034: First Columbia LLC proposes rock climbing gym, 123-unit senior housing at 545, 549, 558 River Street

The Troy Planning Commission approved several site plans and change-of-use requests, including a 14-unit residential conversion, a National Grid substation expansion, a daycare facility, and a 24-unit school conversion. Several proposals were tabled to the December 15th meeting, including a smoke shop, a deli, and the King's Landing II project. The Bargain Block project received conditional approval.

• Approved consent agenda for three change-of-use requests (4-0)
• Tabled smoke shop at 3367 Sixth Avenue to Dec 15 (4-0)
• Tabled deli at 40 Fourth Street to Dec 15 (4-0)
• Approved deli at 58-62 King Street with conditions (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 14-unit residential at 2245 Old Sixth Avenue (4-0)
• Approved site plan for National Grid substation at 26 New Turnpike Road (4-0)
• Approved site plan for daycare at 2368 Fifth Avenue (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 24-unit residential at 576 Fifth Avenue (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet remotely to conduct a review of the proposed 2022 Capital Plan presented by the Comptroller. Per City Council rules, there will be no public forum during this meeting.

• Review of Proposed Capital Plan for 2022

The Finance Committee met remotely and reviewed the Proposed Capital Plan for 2022 with the administration and department heads. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only and adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

• Reviewed Proposed Capital Plan for 2022 (no action taken)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider previous meeting minutes and review several exam announcements for Secretary I and Real Property Appraisal Aide positions. The agenda also includes establishing a job specification and a new Communications Specialist position for the Troy School District.

• Amend Fire Captain Eligible List #77788 regarding veterans' credits
• Review Secretary I open competitive exam announcement (Exam #2201)
• Review Real Property Appraisal Aide promotional exam announcement (Exam #71678)
• Review Real Property Appraisal Aide open competitive exam announcement (Exam #68642)
• Establish a new Communications Specialist position for Troy School District

The Troy Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes of the October 19, 2021 meeting, amended the Fire Captain Eligible List #77788, and approved exam announcements for Secretary I, Real Property Appraisal Aide (promotional and open competitive), and a new Communications Specialist position for the Troy School District. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Amended Fire Captain Eligible List #77788 due to candidate's election not to use veterans' credits (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Secretary I, Exam #2201 (3-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Real Property Appraisal Aide, Exam #71678 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Real Property Appraisal Aide, Exam #68642 (3-0)
• Established one new Communications Specialist position for Troy School District (3-0)
• Established job specification for Communications Specialist (3-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider two resolutions. The main item is a resolution supporting the city's application for a $3.5 million state grant to build a municipally owned district geothermal utility system near Monument Square. The council will also vote on a proclamation declaring November 2021 as Epilepsy Awareness Month. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• Resolution supporting application for $3,500,000 NYSERDA grant for district geothermal utility system
• Geothermal system planned for Monument Square area with potential expansion along riverfront and South Troy
• Previous $100,000 NYSERDA feasibility study grant received
• Proclamation of November 2021 as Epilepsy Awareness Month

The Troy City Council approved a resolution supporting the city's application for a grant to fund construction of a district geothermal utility system, after amending the title and a paragraph to remove references to municipal ownership and a new income stream. The council also proclaimed November 2021 as Epilepsy Awareness Month. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Approved resolution supporting grant application for geothermal utility system (7-0)
• Amended resolution to strike 'municipally owned district' from title and 'and thereby providing a new income stream for the City' from paragraph 4 (7-0)
• Proclaimed November 2021 as Epilepsy Awareness Month (7-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and signed legislation documents, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

• Regular agenda document (CCREGULARAGENDA110421.PDF)
• Signed legislation document (CCSIGNEDLEGISLATION110421.PDF)

The Troy City Council met remotely and unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including ordinances amending the garbage and water fund budgets, declaring surplus property, and resolutions changing traffic direction on Rensselaer and Washington Streets. The council also endorsed a grant application for a geothermal utility system, appointed officials, and proclaimed November as Epilepsy Awareness Month. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved garbage fund budget amendment to accept USDA funds (7-0)
• Approved declaring city property as surplus and directing disposal (7-0)
• Approved water fund budget transfer (7-0)
• Approved traffic direction change on Rensselaer Street (7-0)
• Approved traffic direction change on Washington Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting geothermal utility grant application (7-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Ann Mazor to Board of Assessment Review (7-0)
• Proclaimed November 2021 as Epilepsy Awareness Month (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to act on several variance requests and appeals. Key items include a proposal to demolish the Taylor Apartments and build a new 140-unit mixed-income building, a use variance for a woodshop, and a subdivision for two homes. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Taylor Apartments Building 1 – 125 River Street: area variance for density (134.6 vs 60 units/acre) and parking (78 vs 157 spaces) to build 7-story, 153,375 sq ft mixed-use building with 140 units
• 848 Fourth Avenue: use variance for professional office and woodshop
• Carlyle Avenue: area variance to subdivide one lot into two for single-family homes
• 245 Fifth Avenue: use variance for three-family conversion and parking variance (3 spaces)
• Adoption of October 6 meeting minutes

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved use and area variances for three properties, including a commercial woodshop at 848 Fourth Avenue, a subdivision at Carlyle Avenue, and a three-family conversion at 245 Fifth Avenue. The board tabled the Taylor Apartments Building 1 proposal to December 1st after determining the density deficiency did not require a variance, and no action was taken on the parking variance.

• Approved use variance for commercial woodshop at 848 Fourth Avenue (3-0)
• Approved area variance for subdivision at Carlyle Avenue (3-0)
• Approved use and area variances for three-family conversion at 245 Fifth Avenue (3-0)
• Tabled Taylor Apartments Building 1 proposal to December 1st meeting

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to review minutes, discuss the previous training session, and schedule a ride-along. A special board meeting is set for November 10 to discuss by-laws. The main training topic is the current TPD officer hiring process.

• Special board meeting on November 10 to discuss by-laws
• Training session on TPD officer hiring process
• Discussion of ride-along scheduling

The Troy Police Objective Review Board held a routine meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed police hiring processes, academy training, and case logs, and scheduled a special meeting for November 10 to review by-laws. No substantive actions were taken.

• Scheduled special meeting on November 10 to review by-laws (unanimous)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve the 2022 budget, hear the executive director's report, and receive an update on the King Fuels site. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, old and new business, and financials. The meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. in the Planning Dept. Conference Room at 433 River Street, Suite 5001, Troy, NY.

• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2021 board meeting
• 2022 budget adoption (draft shows projected revenues of $443,500 and expenditures of $397,241)
• King Fuels site status update (potential option to purchase in March)
• Executive Director's report on Sperry Warehouse transfer, National Grid grant, BSM Banquets loan restructuring
• Financial report as of August 31, 2021: total assets $2,948,281, cash $141,666, liabilities $892,297.46

The Troy Local Development Corporation approved a budget with non-operating revenue for 2023-2025, approved up to $30,000 for paving at the King Fuels site, and approved the September financials. The board also discussed the National Grid cleanup and property appraisals.

• Approved September 24, 2021 minutes with changes (motion carried)
• Approved budget with non-operating revenue for 2023-2025 (motion carried)
• Approved expenditure up to $30,000 for paving at King Fuels site (motion carried)
• Approved financials as presented (motion carried)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board will meet to approve minutes, discuss the 2022 budget, and consider an administrative funding agreement that would pay the City of Troy $100,000 for staff and office space. The board will also hear the executive director's report and review financials.

• Administrative Funding Agreement with City of Troy for $100,000
• 2022 draft budget with projected revenues of $665,540 and expenditures of $283,768
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2021 meeting
• Executive Director's report on DRI grant, conference attendance, and appraisals

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved its 2022 budget as presented, along with a $100,000 administrative funding agreement to reimburse the city for shared staff. The board also approved the September 24, 2021 meeting minutes (4-2, with two abstentions) and the financial statements as of September 30, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 10:23 a.m.

• Approved September 24, 2021 meeting minutes (4-2, with two abstentions)
• Approved 2022 budget as presented (motion carried)
• Approved $100,000 administrative funding agreement to reimburse city for shared staff (motion carried)
• Approved financial statements as of September 30, 2021 (motion carried)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board reviewed financial statements showing total assets of $511,688.48 as of August 31, 2021. Members discussed a $300,000 transfer to a money market savings account and a budget draft for 2022.

• Approval of financial position showing $511,688.48 in assets
• Report of a $47,190.74 deficit due to a grant payment to the Arts Center of the Capital Region
• Discussion of $300,000 moved into a money market savings account
• 2022 Budget Draft projecting $4,600 in total revenues and $100,000 in total expenditures

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved the 2022-2025 budget as presented, with a noted $75,000 in grants/donations and a typo to be corrected in the 2026 column. The board also approved the September 2024 financials, showing $509,476 in assets and a $2,192 deficit due to architecture and engineering invoices. Meeting minutes from September 24, 2021 were approved 4-2 with two abstentions.

• Approved September 24, 2021 board meeting minutes (4-2, two abstentions)
• Approved 2022-2025 budget as presented
• Approved September financials as presented
• Adjourned meeting at 10:32 a.m.

City Council

The Troy City Council Finance Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments, surplus property disposal, and traffic direction changes on Rensselaer and Washington Streets. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance 88: Accept $88,425 USDA grant for Environmental Stewardship Initiative, with $15,300 for composting program
• Ordinance 89: Declare city-owned personal property as surplus and authorize disposal
• Ordinance 90: Transfer funds within 2021 Water Fund budget, including $100,000 from purification salaries
• Resolution 83: Change Rensselaer Street between 6th Ave and River St from one-way westbound to two-way
• Resolution 84: Change Washington Street between 5th Ave and River St from two-way to one-way westbound

The Troy City Council held a remote finance meeting and passed all items on the agenda unanimously (7-0). The council approved an ordinance amending the 2021 garbage fund budget to accept USDA funds for the city's Environmental Stewardship Initiative, along with ordinances declaring surplus property and transferring water fund monies. Resolutions authorizing traffic direction changes on Rensselaer and Washington streets, and appointments to the Board of Assessment Review and Commissioners of Deeds, were also approved.

• Approved ordinance amending 2021 garbage fund budget to accept USDA funds for Environmental Stewardship Initiative (7-0)
• Approved ordinance declaring city-owned personal property as surplus and directing disposal (7-0)
• Approved ordinance transferring funds within 2021 water fund budget (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing traffic direction change on Rensselaer Street between 6th Avenue and River Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing traffic direction change on Washington Street between 5th Avenue and River Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing Kimberly Ann Mazor to Board of Assessment Review (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing Commissioners of Deeds (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and vote on several site plans, change-of-use requests, and subdivisions. Items include new apartment buildings, a self-storage facility, a rock climbing gym, and a crisis center. The commission will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting.

• King's Landing II: 7-story building with 62 apartments, retail, and office space at Federal Street and Fifth Avenue
• 494 River Street: 5-story, 31,000 sq. ft. self-storage facility on site of demolished church
• The Bargain Block: rock climbing gym, 123-unit senior housing, and loading dock at 545, 549, 558 River Street
• Taylor Apartments: demolition and new 7-story, 140-unit mixed-income building at 125 River Street
• 309 Eighth Street: 6-bed crisis center for adults with mental illness by Unity House of Troy Inc.

The Troy Planning Commission approved a conditional site plan for a 5-story, 31,000 sq. ft. self-storage facility at 494 River Street (5-0), and approved several other projects including a change of use at 95 Hill Street, an apartment addition at 2001 Fifth Avenue, a subdivision on Carlyle Avenue, and a crisis center at 309 Eighth Street (3-1). Multiple proposals were tabled to the November 17th meeting, including King's Landing II, The Bargain Block, and the Taylor Apartments project.

• Approved 494 River St. self-storage site plan with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 95 Hill St. gas station removal with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 2001 Fifth Ave. apartment addition with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Carlyle Ave. subdivision with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 309 Eighth St. crisis center site plan (3-1)
• Tabled King's Landing II to Nov. 17 (4-0)
• Tabled The Bargain Block to Nov. 17 (5-0)
• Tabled Taylor Apartments to Nov. 17 (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider several personnel actions, including reclassifying two city positions, revising job specifications for fire chief roles, and establishing eligible lists for code and building inspector exams. The commission will also review the city payroll certification and consider adding positions for the Troy Housing Authority. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on civil service matters.

• Reclassify 1 Personnel Technician to Senior Account Clerk (Public Safety Unit)
• Reclassify 1 Auto Mechanic Helper to Automotive Mechanic (General Services Unit)
• Revise job specs for Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, and Fire Chief
• Establish 4-year eligible lists for Assistant Code Inspector (Exam #60457), Code Inspector (#66957), Senior Code Inspector (#65221), Senior Building Inspector (#73483)
• Add 1 Maintenance Helper and 1 Account Clerk position for Troy Housing Authority

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved multiple personnel actions, including reclassifying two positions, revising job specifications for fire chief roles, approving promotional exam announcements, establishing eligible lists for code and building inspector positions, and adding positions for the Troy Housing Authority. All substantive motions passed unanimously 3-0, except the minutes approval which passed 2-0 with one abstention.

• Approved minutes of Sept 29, 2021 meeting (2-0, 1 abstained)
• Reclassified one Personnel Technician to Senior Account Clerk (3-0)
• Reclassified one Auto Mechanic Helper to Automotive Mechanic (3-0)
• Revised job specifications for Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, and Fire Chief (3-0 each)
• Approved promotional exam announcements for Deputy Fire Chief (Exam #79863) and Fire Chief (Exam #79864) (3-0 each)
• Approved City of Troy Payroll Certification for 2021 (3-0)
• Established eligible lists for Assistant Code Inspector, Code Inspector, Senior Code Inspector, and Senior Building Inspector (3-0 each)
• Established one additional Maintenance Helper and one Account Clerk position for Troy Housing Authority (3-0 each)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a series of remote standing committee meetings to review the proposed 2022 budget, beginning with a Finance committee hearing on October 14. Residents can pre-register to ask questions via Zoom or email questions to the City Clerk. The process culminates in a final public hearing on November 23 and a special meeting to adopt the budget on November 30.

• Finance committee budget overview on Oct. 14 covering Mayor's Office, Comptroller's Office, City Clerk, and City Auditor
• Public Utilities, Science & Technology, and Planning committee hearings on Oct. 19
• Law committee and 2022 Capital Plan review on Oct. 20
• Public Safety committee hearing on Nov. 9 covering Fire and Police departments
• Final public hearing on Nov. 23 and special budget adoption meeting on Nov. 30

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding two public hearings to consider resolutions changing traffic directions on Rensselaer Street (from one-way westbound to two-way) and Washington Street (from two-way to one-way westbound) between 5th Avenue and River Street. The changes are proposed to accommodate a future Capital Roots expansion and address resident complaints about narrow street conditions. The hearings will be held remotely via videoconference due to COVID-19.

• Resolution to change Rensselaer Street between 6th Avenue and River Street from one-way westbound to two-way
• Resolution to change Washington Street between 5th Avenue and River Street from two-way to one-way westbound
• Public hearings scheduled for October 12, 2021 at 5:45 p.m. and 5:50 p.m.
• Remote hearings via Zoom with pre-registration required by 3 p.m. on the day of the hearings
• Written comments may be submitted to the City Council and City Engineer

The Troy City Council held two public hearings on October 12, 2021, to consider proposed resolutions to change traffic direction on Rensselaer Street (between 6th Avenue and River Street) and Washington Street (between 5th Avenue and River Street). No members of the public came forward to comment at either hearing. No decisions were made; the hearings were procedural only.

• Held public hearing on Rensselaer Street traffic direction change; no public comment
• Held public hearing on Washington Street traffic direction change; no public comment

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision. The documents consist of a special meeting agenda and signed legislation.

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting and unanimously approved Resolution 101, acknowledging receipt of the Mayor's 2022 recommended city budget and setting dates for public hearings on the proposed budget. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Added Resolution 101 to agenda via unanimous consent (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 101 acknowledging 2022 budget and setting hearing dates (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a remote finance meeting due to the COVID-19 crisis. The main action is referring the 2022 budget recommendations to the appropriate standing committees. There will be no public forum, and the meeting will be live-streamed on YouTube.

• 2022 budget recommendations referred to standing committees

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met remotely and referred the Mayor's 2022 budget recommendations to the appropriate standing committees. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Referred Mayor's 2022 budget recommendations to standing committees

City Council

The Finance Committee meeting includes resolutions for several employment contracts and municipal agreements. Key items involve ratifying labor agreements with CSEA and authorizing a marketing contract for American Rescue Plan funds.

• Ratification of employment contracts for Chief Dan DeWolf, Deputy Chief Christopher Kehn, and Assistant Chief Steven Barker
• Authorization of a $119,500 retainer for Relentless Awareness LLC for ARPA marketing services
• Sublease of Knickerbacker Recreational Facility Ice Skating Arena to Albany Firewolves, LLC
• Ratification of the Memorandum of Agreement between the City and Civil Service Employees Association
• Resolution declaring the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day

The Troy City Council approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a memorandum of agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association and employment contracts for the police chief, deputy chief, and assistant chief. The council also authorized a marketing agreement for American Rescue Plan Act services and a sublease of the Knickerbacker ice arena to the Albany Firewolves. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Approved CSEA memorandum of agreement (7-0)
• Approved police chief, deputy chief, and assistant chief employment contracts (6-1, Cummings no)
• Authorized marketing agreement with Relentless Awareness LLC for ARPA services (6-0-1, Cummings abstained)
• Authorized sublease of Knickerbacker ice arena to Albany Firewolves LLC (7-0)
• Declared second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds (6-0, Gulli absent)
• Recognized public service of Robert 'Rabbit' Riley Jr. (6-0, Gulli absent)
• Honored former legislative assistant Gary L. Pavlic (7-0)

City Council

This agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation materials. No substantive policy decisions, public hearings, or discussion items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular agenda approval
• Signed legislation document review

The Troy City Council passed all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda, including budget amendments, property transfers, and a police chief employment contract. A proposed amendment to the chief's contract regarding compensatory time failed, but the contract itself was approved. The council also declared the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day.

• Approved ordinance transferring parcels to Troy Local Development Corporation (6-1).
• Approved ordinance exempting small solid waste haulers from permit fee (7-0).
• Approved ordinance allocating American Rescue Plan Act funding (6-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved resolution waiving apprenticeship requirement for Frear Park Golf Course construction (7-0).
• Approved resolution authorizing public hearings on traffic direction changes for Rensselaer and Washington Streets (7-0).
• Approved resolution ratifying police chief employment contract; amendment on compensatory time failed (6-1).
• Approved resolution authorizing sublease of Knickerbacker ice arena to Albany Firewolves (7-0).
• Approved resolution declaring second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day (7-0).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to act on several variance requests and appeals. Items include a new self-storage facility, a rock climbing gym and senior housing, a commercial use variance, a carport, a school conversion, and a crisis center parking variance. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Area variance for 15.5-ft rear setback (20 ft required) for 5-story, 31,000 sq ft self-storage at 494 River Street (First Columbia LLC)
• Area variance for parking deficiency (418 proposed vs 479 required) for rock climbing gym, 123-unit senior housing at 549 River Street, and loading dock at 558 River Street (First Columbia LLC)
• Use variance for professional office and woodshop at 848 Fourth Avenue (Kevin Vandenburgh)
• Area variances for carport at 401 Third Street (Sidney Fleisher)
• Area variance for parking deficiency (4 proposed vs 7 required) for 6-bed crisis center at 309 Eighth Street (Unity House of Troy Inc)

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved several area variances and SEQR negative declarations, including a 15.5-foot rear setback variance for a new self-storage facility at 494 River Street, a parking variance for a mixed-use project at 545/549/558 River Street, a carport variance at 401 Third Street, a parking variance for a 24-unit residential conversion at 576 Fifth Avenue, and a parking variance for a crisis center at 309 Eighth Street. A use variance for 848 Fourth Avenue was withdrawn after the board requested proof of ownership. All votes were 5-0 except the River Street parking variance, which passed 4-1.

• Approved area variance for 494 River Street self-storage (5-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration for 545/549/558 River Street project (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 545/549/558 River Street parking (4-1)
• Withdrawn use variance for 848 Fourth Avenue (no action)
• Approved minor accessory structure and area variance for 401 Third Street carport (5-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration for 576 Fifth Avenue conversion (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 576 Fifth Avenue parking (5-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration and area variance for 309 Eighth Street crisis center (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a finance workshop to receive an update from the Comptroller on the status of bonded projects and Siemens projects. The meeting is remote due to COVID-19 and will not include a public forum.

• Update on bonded projects status
• Update on Siemens projects status

The Troy City Council held a finance workshop with presentations on the Siemens energy performance contract and the city's debt status. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine civil service matters, including approving minutes, reviewing an exam announcement, and establishing eligible lists for several positions. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Review open competitive exam for Library Assistant, Exam #2104
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, Exam #2103
• Establish 4-year eligible list for CDBG Technician, Exam #63109
• Consider revision to job specification for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (COT)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting and approved the open competitive exam announcement for Library Assistant, Exam #2104. It also established four-year eligible lists for Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee (Exam #2103) and CDBG Technician (Exam #63109), and revised the job specification for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics. All votes were unanimous (2-0).

• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Library Assistant, Exam #2104 (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, Exam #2103 (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for CDBG Technician, Exam #63109 (2-0)
• Revised job specification for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (2-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council Planning Committee will discuss a plan for city parks and consider an ordinance to transfer two city-owned parcels, including the Sperry Building, to the Troy Local Development Corporation. A related resolution would declare the transfer has no significant environmental impact. The meeting is remote due to COVID-19.

• Transfer of Sperry Building and adjacent lot (Tax Parcels 111.67-1-1 and 111.67-1-2) to Troy LDC
• Resolution determining no significant environmental impact for the transfer
• Discussion of plan for city parks
• Estimated $35 million petroleum remediation and $1.5 million demolition costs for Sperry Building

The Planning Committee voted unanimously to authorize the transfer of city parcels to the Troy Local Development Corporation and passed a resolution determining that a proposed unlisted action would have no significant environmental impact. The committee also heard public comment on dog parks and received a presentation on the administration's parks plan, but took no other formal action.

• Approved ordinance authorizing transfer of parcels to Troy Local Development Corporation (3-0)
• Passed resolution determining proposed unlisted action has no significant environmental impact (3-0)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board voted to approve a supplemental project authorizing resolution for 10 River Street LLC. This action authorizes a permanent mortgage of up to $15,450,000 from M&T Realty Capital Corporation and provides $54,500 in mortgage recording tax exemptions. The board also approved a $15,000 contract with HR & A Consultants to assist with a DRI grant application and discussed a potential land purchase on Douw Street.

• Approved supplemental resolution for 10 River Street LLC authorizing $15,450,000 permanent mortgage and $54,500 in tax exemptions
• Approved $15,000 professional service contract with HR & A Consultants for DRI grant application assistance
• Discussed option to purchase land at 9 Douw Street for $10,000 pending site investigation
• Reported financials showing total assets of $419,111.20 and a fund balance of $407,147.39 as of July 31, 2021

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a supplemental authorizing resolution for 10 River Street, granting a Mortgage Recording Tax exemption of $54,000 for the project's permanent financing. The board also approved the August 20, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of August 31, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 10:37 a.m.

• Approved supplemental authorizing resolution for 10 River Street, including $54,000 Mortgage Recording Tax exemption (motion carried)
• Approved August 20, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion passed, Cummings abstained)
• Approved financial statements as presented (motion carried)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve prior minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss the status of the King Fuels site. The agenda also includes old and new business, financials, and adjournment. The meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2021, at 9:00 a.m.

• Approval of August 20, 2021 minutes
• King Fuels site status update
• Executive Director's report
• Financial review
• Old and new business

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the August 20, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. The board discussed the Sperry Warehouse transfer, National Grid grant appraisals, and BSM Banquets loan restructuring, but no formal decisions were made on these items. The budget is scheduled for adoption at the October meeting.

• Approved August 20, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Kurzejeski, seconded by Ross)
• Approved financial statements as presented (motion by Ross, seconded by Strichman)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board reviewed financial statements and discussed a potential working capital loan for the Troy LDC to assist with cash flow. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and financial reports.

• Discussion of a potential $100,000 working capital loan to the Troy LDC
• Report of total assets at $558,859.22 as of July 31, 2021
• Approval of July 16, 2021 board meeting minutes

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board met via Zoom and approved the August 20, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. The financial report showed $511,688.48 in total assets, no liabilities, and a $47,190.74 deficit for August due to a grant payment to the Arts Center of the Capital Region. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 20, 2021 board meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The Troy City Council unanimously approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including exempting small solid waste haulers from permit fees, authorizing the sale of city-owned property, and amending the 2021 budget to allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council also accepted the 2020 financial audit and ratified a union agreement with the Command Officers' Association. All items passed with 7-0 votes except the ARPA allocation, which had one abstention.

• Exempted small solid waste haulers from solid waste collection permit fee (7-0)
• Authorized sale of city-owned real property by proposal sale application method (7-0)
• Amended 2021 Special Grants Fund budget (7-0)
• Amended budgets and created capital project for American Rescue Plan Act funding (6-0-1, Steele abstained)
• Accepted funds for Assistance to Firefighters Grant (7-0)
• Accepted funds for Gun Involved Violence Elimination (7-0)
• Accepted funds from Rensselaer County for firefighting services (7-0)
• Adopted City of Troy Revenue Recognition Policy (7-0)

City Council

The agenda for the September 23, 2021, Troy City Council meeting consists solely of procedural items. The body is scheduled to review the agenda and meeting materials, specifically a document titled '09-23-SIGNED-LEGISLATION.PDF'. No specific policy decisions, votes, or public hearings are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of document: 09-23-SIGNED-LEGISLATION.PDF

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting and passed a single resolution accepting the 2020 financial audit, single audit of federal expenditures, and single audit of NYS DOT expenditures as prepared by The Bonadio Group. The vote was 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted 2020 financial audit and single audits (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on several site plan, change of use, and SEQR requests. Items include a new mixed-use building with apartments, a self-storage facility, a rock climbing gym and senior housing, and several other residential and commercial projects. The commission will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• King's Landing II: 7-story building with 62 apartments, parking, retail, and office at Federal Street and Fifth Avenue
• 494 River Street: 5-story, 31,000 sq ft self-storage facility on former church site
• The Bargain Block: rock climbing gym, 123-unit senior housing, and loading dock at 545-558 River Street
• 561-565 Congress Street: convert storefronts to residential, add 10-car parking lot and courtyard
• 95 Hill Street: remove gasoline service, keep commercial space

The Troy Planning Commission tabled six proposals to the October 20th meeting, including the King's Landing II mixed-use development, a self-storage facility at 494 River Street, the Bargain Block project, a Congress Street conversion, a Hill Street change of use, and a Fourth Avenue HVAC relocation. The commission approved a site plan amendment for HVAC relocation at 525 Fourth Avenue and a site plan amendment for a mixed-use conversion at 155-157 River Street, both with 5-0 votes. It also acted as lead agency for SEQR review on two projects and issued a negative declaration for the River Street project.

• Tabled King's Landing II site plan review to Oct 20 (4-0)
• Tabled 494 River Street self-storage site plan to Oct 20 (5-0)
• Tabled Bargain Block site plan to Oct 20 (5-0)
• Tabled 561-565 Congress Street site plan to Oct 20 (4-0)
• Tabled 95 Hill Street change of use to Oct 20 (5-0)
• Approved HVAC relocation site plan amendment at 525 Fourth Ave (5-0)
• Acted as lead agency for SEQR review for 2001 Fifth Ave (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for 155-157 River St with negative declaration (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance that would award $5,515.92 in 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Project funds to nine community groups. The funds support projects like benches, planters, and park improvements across several neighborhoods. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance authorizing $5,515.92 in Neighborhood Improvement Project awards
• $900 for 7 benches and 3 trail kiosks at Burden Pond Preserve (South End)
• $900 for an information booth/kiosk by Boys & Girls Clubs (Downtown)
• $950 for picnic table, planters, and banners at 10th Ave. Park (North Central)
• $875 for lumber to replace fencing at Poestenkill Gorge Park (Mount Ida)

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met on September 9, 2021, and approved the minutes of the prior meeting as posted. The only substantive action was the passage of an ordinance authorizing awards of Neighborhood Improvement Project Funds, which passed unanimously with 7 ayes and 0 nos. No public comments were made during the public forum. The meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved the minutes of the prior meeting as posted (7 ayes, 0 nos)
• Passed Ordinance 76, authorizing awards of Neighborhood Improvement Project Funds (7 ayes, 0 nos, 0 abstentions)

City Council

This agenda for the Troy City Council meeting on September 9, 2021, contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and a document of signed legislation. No specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed, so the meeting appears to be largely administrative or routine.

• Agenda approval
• Review of signed legislation

The Troy City Council passed 11 ordinances and 4 resolutions, including a 5-2 approval of a tax certiorari settlement with Riverview of Troy LLC. Two items were referred to the Planning Committee: Ordinance 74 (transfer of parcels to Troy Local Development Corporation) and Resolution 65 (environmental review determination). All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved tax certiorari settlement with Riverview of Troy LLC (5-2)
• Approved capital projects fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved grant funds for Lansingburgh Historic District (7-0)
• Approved fund transfers within 2021 General Fund and Garbage Fund (7-0)
• Approved fund transfers within 2021 General Fund (7-0)
• Approved creation of capital project and budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved transfer of city-owned property to Troy Community Land Bank (7-0)
• Referred Ordinance 74 (parcel transfer to Troy LDC) to Planning Committee (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to act on three requests: two area variances and one use variance. The use variance, for a 6-bed mental health crisis center at 309 Eighth Street, is notable because such facilities are excluded from the city's zoning code. The board will also adopt minutes from its August 4 meeting.

• PLZBA 2021 0031: Area variance for parking deficiency (3 spaces) at 421 Fourth Street, conversion from two-family to three-family residence
• PLZBA 2021 0035: Use variance for 6-bed Situational Crisis Center Residence at 309 Eighth Street, proposed by Unity House of Troy Inc
• PLZBA 2021 0036: Area variance for lot line adjustment at 9 and 15 Parkview Court, to allow storage shed installation
• Adoption of meeting minutes from August 4 by resolution

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three applications on the agenda. It granted an area variance for a parking deficiency at 421 Fourth Street, a use variance for a 6-bed crisis center at 309 Eighth Street, and an area variance for a lot line adjustment at 9 and 15 Parkview Court. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved area variance for parking deficiency at 421 Fourth Street (4-0)
• Approved use variance for crisis center at 309 Eighth Street (4-0)
• Approved area variance for lot line adjustment at 9 and 15 Parkview Court (4-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes from August 4 (4-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. The primary item for discussion is a working capital loan for the Local Development Corporation.

• Discussion of Local Development Corporation working capital loan

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved the July 16, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. The board discussed a potential $100,000 working capital loan for the Troy LDC but took no action on it. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved July 16, 2021 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Board of Directors reviewed financial statements showing $419,281 in total assets. Discussions included status updates on the Kings Landing II and Riverwalk projects, as well as the termination of PILOT agreements for the Flanigan Building and Uncle Sam Garage.

• Flanigan Building and Uncle Sam Garage PILOTs terminated
• Kings Landing II project undergoing planning commission process
• Riverwalk project delayed due to City reverter release issues
• Total assets reported at $419,281 as of June 30, 2021
• Executive session held to discuss real estate negotiations

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a $15,000 contract with HR & A Consultants to assist with a DRI grant application covering several IDA projects. The board also approved the July 16, 2021 meeting minutes and the July financials, which showed a fund balance of $407,147.39. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 10:25 a.m.

• Approved HR & A Consultants contract for DRI grant work, $15,000 (motion carried)
• Approved July 16, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financials as presented for July 2021 (motion carried)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: approving the prior meeting's minutes, hearing the executive director's report, and reviewing financials. Old business includes the National Grid license and the Ekologic loan, but no new business is listed.

• Approval of July 16, 2021 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• Old business: National Grid license
• Old business: Ekologic loan
• Financials review

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the July 16, 2021 minutes and the July 2021 financials as presented. The board discussed refinancing a loan for BSM Banquets, a possible loan from the CRC for cash flow, and the Sperry Warehouse transfer to the city council. No major new projects were approved.

• Approved July 16, 2021 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 financials (unanimous)

City Council

The Finance Committee meeting includes several ordinances to amend various city funds, including the Capital Projects Fund and Special Grants Fund. The agenda also covers tax settlement approvals and property transfers to local corporations.

• Ordinance to settle tax certiorari proceedings for 97 Fifth Avenue involving Riverview of Troy LLC
• Acceptance of $9,100 grant from the Preservation League of NYS for a Lansingburgh Historic District
• Amendments to the Capital Projects Fund budget to reconcile over 20 projects and unused debt proceeds
• Authorization to transfer city-owned real property to the Troy Community Land Bank Corporation
• Resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of Lansingburgh

The Troy City Council approved a settlement of tax certiorari proceedings brought by Riverview of Troy LLC, with a 5-2 vote. The council also passed several budget amendments, accepted grant funds for a Lansingburgh Historic District, and authorized property transfers to the Troy Community Land Bank and Troy Local Development Corporation. A resolution accepting the 2020 financial audit was withdrawn.

• Approved settlement of tax certiorari with Riverview of Troy LLC (5-2)
• Amended capital projects fund budget (7-0)
• Accepted Preservation League grant for Lansingburgh Historic District (7-0)
• Transferred funds within 2021 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets (7-0)
• Transferred funds within 2021 General Fund budget (7-0)
• Created capital project for Barker Park Improvements (7-0)
• Authorized property transfers to Troy Community Land Bank (6-1)
• Authorized property transfers to Troy Local Development Corporation (7-0)

City Council

The scheduled finance workshop for August 19, 2021, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission tabled the King's Landing II proposal to the September 20 meeting after a motion for a negative SEQR declaration failed 2-2. The commission also tabled the Winter Garden project indefinitely and tabled new proposals for 494 River Street and The Bargain Block to September 20. The commission acted as lead agency for SEQR review on the two new proposals.

• Tabled King's Landing II to September 20 meeting (4-0)
• Negative SEQR declaration for King's Landing II failed (2-2)
• Closed public hearing on King's Landing II (4-0)
• Tabled Winter Garden project indefinitely (5-0)
• Acted as lead agency for SEQR review for 494 River Street (5-0)
• Tabled 494 River Street proposal to September 20 (5-0)
• Acted as lead agency for SEQR review for The Bargain Block (5-0)
• Tabled The Bargain Block proposal to September 20 (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council held a workshop on August 11, 2021, to discuss a proposed development at 2011 2nd Avenue. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items and this single discussion point. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• Discussion of Proposed Development at 2011 2nd Avenue

The City Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. The main item was a presentation by Brian Osterhaut of Environmental Design Partnership on behalf of developer Kevin Vandenburgh regarding the proposed development at 2011 2nd Avenue. Public comment was allowed and several residents spoke. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• Motion to allow public comment passed (6-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on August 5, 2021. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials, with no specific items detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with no substantive decisions or discussions specified.

The Troy City Council unanimously passed ordinances to accept federal funding under the American Rescue Plan and amend various fund budgets, including general, special grants, water, and garbage funds. It also approved settlements, grant appropriations, and resolutions for appointments and consulting services. All decisions were made with no opposition, except one abstention on the standard work day resolution.

• Approved ordinance accepting federal funding under the American Rescue Plan (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending general and special grants fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement of claim in State Farm v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating funds from Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 general fund budget for pedestrian/bicyclist education and enforcement (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 general fund budget for police traffic services (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing a Commissioner of Deeds (7-0)
• Approved resolution reporting standard work day for elected and appointed employees (6-0, 1 abstention)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two requests: an old business item for a major parking variance and special use permit at 561-565 Congress Street, and a new business item for a special use permit expansion and area variance at 252 Hill Street. The public may submit written comments by email up to six hours before the meeting.

• 561-565 Congress Street: major parking variance and special use permit to convert ground floor storefronts to residential units, build 8-car parking lot and landscaped courtyard
• 252 Hill Street: special use permit for residential expansion over 25% and area variance for lot size reduction due to land purchase
• Public comment accepted via zoningboard@troyny.gov until 6 hours before meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit for 561-565 Congress Street, allowing conversion of ground-floor storefronts to residential units with a 10-car parking lot and courtyard. The applicant withdrew the parking variance request after clarifying 10 units and 10 parking spaces. The board also approved a special use permit expansion and area variance for 252 Hill Street, despite a public comment raising concerns about land ownership.

• Approved special use permit for 561-565 Congress Street (5-0)
• Issued negative declaration (SEQR) for 561-565 Congress Street (5-0)
• Parking variance for 561-565 Congress Street withdrawn by applicant
• Approved area variance and special use permit for 252 Hill Street (4-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 7 (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider approving minutes from previous meetings and to establish open competitive eligible lists for Firefighter/Paramedic and Library Associate positions. They will also consider a revision to the job specification for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer.

• Establish 4-year eligible list for Firefighter/Paramedic, Exam #60152
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Library Associate, Exam #67547
• Revise job specification for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer

The Troy Civil Service Commission met on August 3, 2021, and unanimously approved minutes from the July 20, 2021 public hearing and regular meeting. The commission also established four-year open competitive eligible lists for Firefighter/Paramedic (Exam #60152) and Library Associate (Exam #67547), and approved a revised job specification for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 public hearing (2-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 regular meeting (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Firefighter/Paramedic, Exam #60152 (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Library Associate, Exam #67547 (2-0)
• Approved revised job specification for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission is holding a public meeting to review and act on a site plan and SEQR determination for the King's Landing II project at Federal & 5th. The proposal by BDC Holdings Inc. includes a seven-level building with parking, retail, office, and 62 apartment units. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Concept review of PLPC 2021 0014 – King's Landing II at Federal & 5th
• Site Plan Review and SEQR Determination (Type I)
• New building with 7 levels: 2 lower levels for parking, retail, office; 5 upper levels for 62 apartments
• BDC Holdings Inc. proposal, represented by Cosmo Marfione, PE
• Public comments due via planningcommission@troyny.gov at least 6 hours before meeting

The minutes record public comment and correspondence regarding the Kings Landing Phase II resubmission (PLPC 2021 0014) at Federal Street and Fifth Avenue, but no formal decisions or votes are recorded. Residents and TAP, Inc. expressed opposition to the increased height and other impacts, with TAP, Inc. requesting the matter be tabled for further review.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded in the minutes

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for a special City Council meeting. It lists only the agenda and signed legislation documents, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Troy City Council held a special meeting and passed three resolutions unanimously (7-0). It endorsed grant applications for extending the Troy Riverwalk and for preservation work on the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, and authorized the mayor to contract with The Chazen Companies for infrastructure and utility design at One Monument Square. No public comments were made.

• Approved resolution supporting grant application for Riverwalk extension (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting grant application for Soldiers and Sailors Monument preservation (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract with The Chazen Companies for design work at One Monument Square (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions, including accepting $45.6 million in American Rescue Plan funding, amending budgets for grants and funds, settling a lawsuit, and supporting grant applications for the Riverwalk and Soldiers and Sailors Monument. The agenda includes several budget amendments and resolutions, with most items requested by the administration.

• Ordinance to accept $45,600,000 in American Rescue Plan funding
• Ordinance to appropriate $250,000 for administrative expenses related to ARP
• Ordinance to settle State Farm claim for $1,325 (case CV-2079-19)
• Ordinance to appropriate $24,737 from DOJ JAG grant for police overtime
• Resolution to support grant application for Troy Riverwalk extension

The Troy City Council unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including accepting federal funding under the American Rescue Plan, amending several fund budgets, and authorizing a settlement claim. The council also passed resolutions supporting grant applications for the Riverwalk extension and Soldiers and Sailors Monument preservation, and authorized a contract for infrastructure design at One Monument Square.

• Approved ordinance accepting American Rescue Plan federal funding (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending General and Special Grants Fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement of State Farm claim against city (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 Water Fund budget with amended Schedule A (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting grant application for Troy Riverwalk extension (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting grant application for Soldiers and Sailors Monument preservation (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing contract with Chazen Companies for One Monument Square design (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission is meeting to review and approve several site plan requests referred by the Bureau of Code Enforcement. The agenda includes a demolition, two food-service changes, and continued discussion of two larger projects: the Winter Garden redevelopment and the Capital Roots expansion.

• Demolition of building at 2368 & 2350 Fifth Avenue by CEO (Commission on Economic Opportunity) due to deterioration
• Change of use from barbershop to sandwich café at 852 Fifth Avenue by Family Benevolence Services Inc.
• Hot food sale requiring hood and ansul system at 773 River Street by Troy F17 LLC
• Winter Garden project: demolition of ~85% of Uncle Sam Mall, new parking garage, commercial/retail/office, ~60 apartments, Frear Building restoration
• Capital Roots Urban Grow Center expansion along River Street with new parking, utilities, grading, and a greenhouse at Jay Street and 5th Avenue

The Troy Planning Commission approved three site plan reviews and tabled one major project. Consent agenda items for a barbershop-to-café conversion at 852 Fifth Avenue and a hot food operation at 773 River Street were approved 3-0. A demolition at 2368 & 2350 Fifth Avenue was approved 3-0 with a stipulation on debris management. The Winter Garden project, involving demolition of most of Uncle Sam Mall and new construction, was tabled until August 18, 2021. A site plan amendment for Capital Roots' expansion was approved 3-0 with two stipulations.

• Approved consent agenda: café use at 852 Fifth Ave and hot food at 773 River St (3-0)
• Approved demolition at 2368 & 2350 Fifth Ave with debris management stipulation (3-0)
• Tabled Winter Garden project until August 18, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved Capital Roots site plan amendment with stipulations on roadway and engineer review (3-0)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a supplemental resolution allowing an additional $8,000 in mortgage recording tax exemptions for the Montroy Management project at the former St. Augustine's school. The board also appointed Elbert Watson as CFO, approved the financials, and authorized NY GEO membership and conference registration. The project is seeking an $800,000 bridge loan and is expected to take an additional six months to complete.

• Approved supplemental resolution for $8,000 additional mortgage recording tax exemption for Montroy Management project (5-0)
• Appointed Elbert Watson as Chief Financial Officer (5-0)
• Approved December 17, 2021 board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved financials as presented (5-0)
• Approved NY GEO membership for $250 and conference registration for Steven Strichman and Dylan Turek at $399 each (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:21 a.m. (5-0)

Ethics Commission

The City of Troy Ethics Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving prior minutes and discussing open issues: commission vacancies, annual disclosures, and a request for an advisory opinion from the City Engineer. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Commission vacancies
• Annual disclosures
• Request for advisory opinion from City Engineer

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is considering amendments to the Troy Civil Service Rules Appendices. These changes involve adding specific job titles to the Exempt and Non-Competitive class lists.

• Add Deputy Treasurer (Troy School District) to Appendix A – Exempt Class Titles
• Add Library Pages to Appendix B – Non-Competitive Class Titles
• Add Senior Building Maintenance Persons to Appendix B – Non-Competitive Class Titles
• Add Senior Automotive Mechanic Helpers to Appendix B – Non-Competitive Class Titles

The Troy Civil Service Commission held a public hearing and approved four resolutions amending the Civil Service Rules Appendices. These amendments place specific job titles into appropriate jurisdictional classes: Deputy Treasurer (Troy School District) into the Exempt class, and Library Pages, Senior Building Maintenance Persons, and Senior Automotive Mechanic Helpers into the Non-Competitive class. No public comments were offered, and all resolutions passed unanimously 2-0.

• Approved resolution #1: Deputy Treasurer (Troy School District) placed in Exempt Jurisdictional Class (2-0)
• Approved resolution #2: Library Pages placed in Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class (2-0)
• Approved resolution #3: Senior Building Maintenance Persons placed in Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class (2-0)
• Approved resolution #4: Senior Automotive Mechanic Helpers placed in Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class (2-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve eligible lists for several civil service exams, reclassify or create positions, and amend civil service rules. The agenda includes establishing four-year eligible lists for GIS Technician, Account Clerk, Executive Secretary, and Assistant Police Chief, plus several position changes and rule amendments.

• Establish 4-year eligible lists for GIS Technician (Exam #61716), Account Clerk (#2102), Executive Secretary (#68641), Assistant Police Chief (#75758)
• Create one Deputy Treasurer position for Troy School District
• Reclassify Assistant Building Plans Examiner to Plans Examiner; Assistant Planner to CDBG Project Manager
• Create one temporary Deputy City Clerk and six Watchperson positions
• Amend Civil Service Rules to add exempt/non-competitive titles: Deputy Treasurer, Library Pages, Senior Building Maintenance Persons, Senior Automotive Mechanic Helpers

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved all items on its July 20, 2021 agenda by unanimous 2-0 votes. It established four-year open competitive eligible lists for GIS Technician, Account Clerk, and Executive Secretary, and a promotional list for Assistant Police Chief. It also approved MSD-222 actions to create a Deputy Treasurer position for the Troy School District, reclassify an Assistant Building Plans Examiner to Plans Examiner, reclassify an Assistant Planner to CDBG Project Manager, and establish a CDBG Project Manager job specification. Additional approvals included temporary Deputy City Clerk and six Watchperson positions, plus amendments to Civil Service Rules Appendix A and B adding exempt and non-competitive titles.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for GIS Technician, Exam #61716 (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Account Clerk, Exam #2102 (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Executive Secretary, Exam #68641 (2-0)
• Established 4-year promotional eligible list for Assistant Police Chief, Exam #75758 (2-0)
• Approved MSD-222 to establish Deputy Treasurer (Troy School District) position (2-0)
• Approved MSD-222 to reclassify Assistant Building Plans Examiner to Plans Examiner (2-0)
• Approved MSD-222 to reclassify Assistant Planner to CDBG Project Manager and establish job spec (2-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and consider new business including a $10,000 loan to Ekologic, Inc. for a holiday market booth fee and working capital, a $10,000 donation to Heyday Productions, and a grant to Troy Music Academy. The agenda also includes old business on a National Grid license and a grant for the Future of Small Cities program.

• BDAP loan application – Ekologic: $10,000 loan for Grand Central Holiday Market booth fee and working capital
• Accept grant – Heyday Productions: $10,000 donation for programming
• Award grant – Troy Music Academy for programming
• National Grid license agreement – old business
• Future of Small Cities – grant

The Troy Local Development Corporation approved a $10,000 loan to Ekologic, Inc. for the Grand Central Holiday Fair, and approved up to $15,000 for the Future of Small Cities Institute to design and manage pop-up exhibitions. The board also approved a license agreement with National Grid for cleanup of the King Fuels site, waived late fees for Rare Form Brewery, and approved a grant to Troy Music Academy for Summer Square programming. Financials for June 2021 were approved, showing a fund balance of $2,052,204.15.

• Approved $10,000 BDAP loan to Ekologic, Inc. for the Grand Central Holiday Fair.
• Approved up to $15,000 for Future of Small Cities Institute for pop-up exhibitions and planning.
• Approved license agreement with National Grid for King Fuels site cleanup.
• Waived penalties, late fees, and shortage for Rare Form Brewery loan.
• Approved grant to Troy Music Academy for Summer Square downtown programming.
• Approved financials as of June 30, 2021, with fund balance of $2,052,204.15.
• Approved minutes from June 4, 2021 board meeting.
• Adjourned meeting at 9:47 a.m.

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board is updating its administrative fee schedule for bond financing and reviewing funding for community projects. Decisions include approving a design budget for a shared waterfront trail and a grant for a local concert series.

• Increased bond application fee from $2,500 to $5,000
• Approved up to $19,500 for the design of a shared waterfront trail along First Avenue
• Approved $5,000 grant to the Friends of 112th Street for the Powers Park concert series
• Established new bond refinancing fees: 0.50% for the first $10 million and 0.25% above that
• Reported total assets of $514,571 as of May 31, 2021

The board approved a $43,000 grant to the Arts Center of the Capital Region for the Uniting Line mural project under the Hoosick Street Bridge. The project, which began with a $25,000 Bloomberg Grant, aims to paint murals on all piers and is a partnership with TAP, the City of Troy, and Collarworks. The board also approved the June 4, 2021 meeting minutes and the financials as presented.

• Approved the June 4, 2021 board meeting minutes
• Approved a $43,000 grant to the Arts Center of the Capital Region for the Uniting Line mural project
• Approved the financials as presented

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved an increase in the application fee for PILOTs and mortgage recording tax transactions. The board also reviewed financial statements showing total assets of $421,211 as of May 31, 2021.

• Application fee increase to $5,000 for PILOTs and Mortgage Recording Tax
• Sales tax application fees remain at $2,500
• Total assets reported at $421,211 as of May 31, 2021
• Fund balance reported at $413,149

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board approved the June 4, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. The board also noted that PILOTs for the Flanigan Building and Uncle Sam Garage were terminated at the developer's request, making them fully taxable. No other substantive actions were taken; the board entered executive session for real estate negotiations but took no action.

• Approved the June 4, 2021 board meeting minutes.
• Approved the financial statements as presented.
• Noted termination of PILOTs for Flanigan Building and Uncle Sam Garage.
• Entered executive session for real estate negotiations, with no action taken.

City Council

This agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation documents. No specific resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Agenda approval
• Signed legislation materials

The Troy City Council passed an ordinance amending Chapter 124 of the City Code with a vote of 4 ayes, 2 nos (Steele, Cummings), 0 abstentions. The council also approved several budget amendments, a bond resolution for $12,898,111 for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan, a memorandum of agreement with the Troy Uniformed Firefighters Association, and resolutions for engineering services. An ordinance transferring city-owned property to the Troy Community Land Bank Corporation was withdrawn by the Administration.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 124 of the Troy City Code (4-2).
• Approved ordinance amending the 2021 General Fund Budget (6-0).
• Approved ordinance transferring funds within the 2021 Water Fund Budget (6-0).
• Approved ordinance amending the Capital Projects Fund Budget (6-0).
• Approved ordinance transferring funds within the 2021 General Fund Budget (6-0).
• Approved ordinance amending the Special Revenue Budget to accept a NYS Homeland Security Grant for cybersecurity (6-0).
• Approved bond resolution authorizing $12,898,111 in serial bonds for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan (6-0).
• Approved resolution authorizing and ratifying the memorandum of agreement with the Troy Uniformed Firefighters Association (5-0, 1 abstention).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 7, 2021, to consider two new variance requests and one old business item. Staff recommend denying the use variance for Copeke LLC's storage proposal and approving the area variance for Edward Haddad's lot line adjustment. The board will also revisit a parking variance for 561-565 Congress Street.

• PLZBA 2021 0019: Use variance for Copeke LLC at 873 Fifth Avenue to legalize storage for a catering business; staff recommend denial.
• PLZBA 2021 0020: Area variance for Edward Haddad at 400-404 Eighth Street to reduce lot width from 75' to 36.9' and area from 7,505 to 3,393 sq.ft.; staff recommend approval.
• PLZBA 2020 0061: Parking variance for 561-565 Congress Street to convert storefronts to residential and add an 8-car parking lot.

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved a temporary use variance for a storage facility at 873 Fifth Avenue, valid for one year, and an area variance for a lot line adjustment at 400-404 Eighth Street. The board tabled a parking variance request for 561-565 Congress Street until the August 4th meeting.

• Approved a negative declaration (SEQR) for the Type II action at 873 Fifth Avenue, 5-0.
• Approved a temporary use variance for storage at 873 Fifth Avenue, valid until July 7, 2022, 5-0.
• Approved an area variance for a lot line adjustment at 400-404 Eighth Street, 5-0.
• Tabled the parking variance request for 561-565 Congress Street until the August 4th meeting, 5-0.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:12 PM, 5-0.

City Council

The Troy City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments, bond authorizations, and fee changes. Key items include a 45-day moratorium on new beehives, increased marina fees, and the transfer of city-owned properties to the Troy Community Land Bank. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance to add a 45-day moratorium on new beehives (Chapter 124)
• Ordinance to amend marina fees, including docking rates and fuel pricing (Chapter 216)
• Bond resolution for $12,898,111 for combined sewer overflow long-term control plan
• Bond resolution for $200,000 for DPW building construction
• Resolution to authorize agreement with Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for animal sheltering services

The Troy City Council passed all 12 ordinances and 7 resolutions on the agenda, with several amendments. Notable actions included amending Chapter 124 to change a deadline from 45 days to 6 months or less, and amending Chapter 216 to adjust parking time limits. The council also approved bond resolutions totaling over $13 million for a DPW building, sewer overflow plan, and street lighting, and authorized a settlement with Alpha Recreation II, Inc.

• Approved Ordinance 45 (Chapter 124) with amendment changing 'forty-five days' to '6 months or less' and deleting 'maintain'; a motion to eliminate moratorium and create advisory group failed.
• Approved Ordinance 46 (2021 General Fund Budget amendment) 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 47 (Water Fund transfer) 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 48 (Capital Projects Fund amendment) 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 49 (Chapter 216 amendment) with amendment changing parking time limits to 2 hours and hours to 10:00 pm, 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 50 (General Fund transfer) 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 51 (Special Revenue budget for cybersecurity grant) 7-0.
• Approved Ordinance 52 (General, Capital, Special Grants Funds amendment) 7-0.

City Council

This is a procedural special meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The only actions are the agenda itself and a reference to signed legislation documents, indicating routine administrative business.

• Special meeting agenda for June 17, 2021
• Signed legislation document referenced

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting on June 17, 2021, and passed all items on the agenda. It approved two ordinances amending Chapter 216 of the City Code, an ordinance authorizing a settlement with Alpha Recreation II, Inc., and an ordinance directing the sale of city-owned real property by the proposal sale application method (5-2). The council also authorized $200,000 in serial bonds for a Department of Public Works building and $240,000 for street lighting replacement, plus agreements with the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for animal sheltering (6-1) and the Boys and Girls Club for South Troy Pool operations.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 216 of Troy City Code (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 216 of Troy City Code (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement with Alpha Recreation II, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of city-owned real property by proposal sale application method (5-2)
• Approved $200,000 bond resolution for DPW building construction (7-0)
• Approved $240,000 bond resolution for street lighting replacement (7-0)
• Approved resolution for animal sheltering agreement with Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (6-1)
• Approved resolution for South Troy Pool contract with Boys and Girls Club (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission is meeting online to decide on several site plan reviews, including a major proposal to demolish most of Uncle Sam Mall for a mixed-use development, a new 62-unit apartment building, and smaller changes like parking lot modifications and outdoor seating. The agenda also includes administrative items like electing a chair and introducing a new member.

• PLPC 2021 0010: Demolition of ±85% of Uncle Sam Mall, construction of parking garage, commercial/retail/office, ±60 apartments, outdoor plaza, and Frear Building restoration
• PLPC 2021 0014: New 8-level building with 62 apartment units, parking, retail, and office at King's Landing II (Federal & 5th)
• PLPC 2021 0015: Dialysis Clinic, Inc. adding 4 parking spaces and improving ADA parking at 1800 Peoples Avenue
• PLPC 2021 0016: 625 sq. ft. outdoor seating area for existing restaurant at 2301 15th Street
• PLPC 2021 0013: Parking waiver request for 20 ft. by 25 ft. driveway and 10 ft. curb cut at 297 Hoosick Street

The Troy Planning Commission approved site plans for 873 Fifth Avenue, 297 Hoosick Street, 1800 Peoples Avenue, and 2301 15th Street, all by 5-0 votes. The Winter Garden project was tabled until the July 21 meeting, and a motion to have the City Council act as lead agency for 1011 2nd Avenue failed 2-1.

• Approved site plan for 873 Fifth Avenue change of use (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 297 Hoosick Street parking waiver (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 1800 Peoples Avenue parking lot modifications (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 2301 15th Street outdoor seating (5-0)
• Tabled Winter Garden project until July 21 meeting (5-0)
• Failed motion for City Council as lead agency for 1011 2nd Avenue (2-1)
• Elected Anthony Mohen as Planning Commission Chair (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will approve minutes from February and May 2021. The majority of the agenda is dedicated to reviewing announcements for open and promotional exams for various water plant operator positions. The final item involves considering a revision to the job specification for the Deputy Treasurer role.

• Review of open competitive exam announcement for Assistant Water Plant Operator/Trainee, Exam #2103
• Review of promotional exam announcement for Water Plant Operator, Exam #75316
• Review of open competitive exam announcement for Water Plant Operator, Exam #68565
• Review of promotional exam announcement for Senior Water Plant Operator, Exam #74239
• Consideration of a revision to the job specification for Deputy Treasurer (TSD)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved minutes from February and May 2021 meetings and approved 12 exam announcements for water plant operator positions, including open competitive and promotional exams. The commission also revised the job specification for Deputy Treasurer. All votes were 2-0 with one absence.

• Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2021 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Assistant Water Plant Operator/Trainee, Exam #2103 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Water Plant Operator, Exam #75316 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Water Plant Operator, Exam #68565 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Senior Water Plant Operator, Exam #74239 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Senior Water Plant Operator, Exam #61448 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Assistant Supervising Water Plant Operator, Exam #70193 (2-0, 1 absent)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors is meeting to review financial reports and administrative fees. The agenda includes discussions on funding for 1st Avenue Project construction documents and the Powers Park Concert Series.

• Funding for 1st Avenue Project construction documents
• Powers Park Concert Series – Friends of 112th Street
• Administrative Fee
• Governance Committee report

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved increasing the application fee from $2,500 to $5,000 and adding refinancing fees of 0.5% for the first $10 million and 0.25% above that. They also approved a $5,000 grant for the Powers Park concert series and up to $19,500 for design of a shared waterfront trail along First Avenue. The board approved the May 14, 2021 minutes and the financials as presented.

• Approved increase of application fee from $2,500 to $5,000 and added refinancing fees (motion carried)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Friends of 112th Street for Powers Park concert series (Gulli abstained, motion carried)
• Approved up to $19,500 for design of shared waterfront trail along First Avenue (motion carried)
• Approved May 14, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financials as presented (motion carried)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting, hear the Executive Director's report, and discuss old business including the National Grid/South Troy update and license. New business and financials are also on the agenda. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2021 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• National Grid/South Troy update and license discussion
• New business
• Financials review

The Troy Local Development Corporation board met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting and the financial statements as of May 31, 2021. The board discussed loan collection efforts, potential land acquisition north of the boat launch, and ongoing negotiations with National Grid. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 9:23 a.m.

• Approved May 17, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion by Zalewski, seconded by Strichman)
• Approved financial statements as of May 31, 2021 (motion by Zalewski, seconded by Ross)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to discuss administrative fees, governance committee reports, and financials. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and the Governance Committee.

• Administrative Fee discussion
• Governance Committee Report
• Executive Director's Report
• Financials review

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a resolution increasing the application fee for PILOTs and mortgage recording tax transactions from $2,500 to $5,000, while keeping sales tax application fees at $2,500. The board also approved the May 14, 2021 minutes and the financials as presented, which showed a fund balance of $413,149 as of May 31, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved application fee increase to $5,000 for PILOTs and mortgage recording tax (motion carried)
• Approved May 14, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financials as presented (motion carried)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with no listed substantive items. The only documents are the regular agenda PDF and signed legislation PDF, indicating the meeting is likely routine with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The Troy City Council passed all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda, including a $5.4M street reconstruction bond, an $8.25M street lighting bond, and a grant for police radios. A motion to restrict police radio encryption failed, and the council declared itself lead agency for a controversial rezoning review.

• Passed ordinance accepting NYS Homeland Security grant for police radios (7-0)
• Rejected motion to restrict police radio encryption (3-4)
• Declared City Council lead agency for SEQR review of 1011 2nd Ave rezoning (4-3)
• Authorized $5,430,955 in serial bonds for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Authorized $8,250,000 in serial bonds for street lighting replacement (7-0)
• Passed ordinance prohibiting off-road vehicles in the city (7-0)
• Approved sale of 100 used SCBA air cylinders at $100 each (7-0)
• Withdrew ordinance amending 2021 General Fund budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Keystone Homes, Inc. for an area variance to allow 124 parking spaces instead of the required 180 for a proposed 90-unit apartment complex at Cemetery Road and Gurley Avenue. The board will also consider a staff recommendation to approve the variance and a SEQRA determination that the project is unlikely to have significant environmental impact.

• Area variance for parking deficiency: 180 required, 124 proposed (PLZBA 2021 0011)
• Proposed 90 apartments in three 4-story buildings at Cemetery Road & Gurley Avenue
• Staff recommends approval of the parking variance
• SEQRA: staff recommends finding of no significant environmental impact
• Public hearing conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for Keystone Homes to build 90 apartment units in three buildings at Cemetery Road and Boradaile Drive, despite a parking deficiency (124 spaces proposed vs. 180 required). The board also issued a negative declaration under SEQR, meaning no significant environmental impact was found. Public comment was generally in opposition, but the variance passed 4-1.

• Approved negative declaration (SEQR) for Cemetery Road project (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 90-unit apartment complex (4-1)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public safety meeting to discuss police radios with the Police Chief. No legislation is on the agenda, so there will be no public forum, and the meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of police radios with Police Chief

The Troy City Council Public Safety Committee met remotely and discussed the purchase and encryption of police radios with Mayor Patrick Madden and Police Chief Brian Owens. No legislation was on the agenda, so no formal decisions or votes were made. A letter from resident Kristoph DiMaria raising detailed questions about the encryption was entered into the minutes.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider multiple ordinances and resolutions, including two bond issuances totaling $13,680,955 for street reconstruction and street lighting replacement, as well as a resolution adopting the Congress Street Bridge Study. The agenda also includes several budget amendments, property transfers, and a resolution to manage the city marina. Public comment is limited to agenda items and must be pre-registered due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Bond resolution for $5,430,955 to reconstruct various streets
• Bond resolution for $8,250,000 for street lighting replacement
• Ordinance to prohibit off-road vehicles in the city
• Ordinance to sell 100 used SCBA cylinders at $100 each
• Resolution to adopt Congress Street Bridge Study

The Troy City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $5,430,955 bond for street reconstruction and an $8,250,000 bond for street lighting replacement. It also passed an ordinance prohibiting off-road vehicles, accepted a Homeland Security grant for police radios, and approved a marina management agreement. One ordinance transferring property to the land bank was withdrawn.

• Approved $5,430,955 bond for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved $8,250,000 bond for street lighting replacement (7-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting off-road vehicles (7-0)
• Approved ordinance accepting Homeland Security grant for police radios (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to sell surplus SCBA cylinders at $100 each (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to transfer city-owned property via proposal sale, with 468 2nd Street removed (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing marina management agreement with Oasis Marinas (7-0)
• Withdrew ordinance transferring property to Troy Community Land Bank

City Council

The Troy City Council agenda for May 25, 2021, lists a special agenda and signed legislation. The provided text does not contain specific details on the items, only references to the attached PDF documents.

• Special Agenda (CCSPECIALAGENDA052521.PDF)
• Signed Legislation (CCSIGNEDLEGISLATION052521.PDF)

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting and approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter into an agreement with Oasis Marinas, LLC, to manage and operate the City of Troy Marina. The resolution passed unanimously with 7 ayes and 0 nos. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution authorizing mayor to contract with Oasis Marinas, LLC for marina management (7-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation Governance Committee is meeting to review specific organizational policies. The discussion focuses on internal governance and operational guidelines.

• Review of Governance Committee Charter
• Review of CRC Fee Policy
• Review of Whistle Blower Policy

The Governance Committee of the Troy Capital Resource Corporation met and agreed to recommend increasing the application fee to $5,000 and adding a fee structure for bond refinancing. They also discussed officer job responsibilities and appointing entity templates, but took no formal votes. The next meeting is scheduled for July 8.

• Agreed to recommend increasing application fee to $5,000
• Agreed to recommend adding refinancing fee: 0.5% for first $10M, 0.25% above
• Agreed to operate by consensus and rotate chair at next meeting
• Agreed no changes needed to whistleblower policy
• Agreed to create officer job responsibilities and appointing entity templates

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Governance Committee is meeting to review the IDA's internal policies and procedures. The discussion focuses on the committee's charter and specific agency policies.

• Review of Governance Committee Charter
• Review of IDA Fee Policy
• Review of Whistle Blower Policy

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on May 19, 2021, to review and act on several development requests referred by the Bureau of Code Enforcement. Items include a subdivision approval extension, a pizza restaurant expansion, a 96-unit apartment complex, and a major redevelopment of the Uncle Sam Mall site. The meeting will be conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Approval extension for Giovanni Court Subdivision (13 lots, 12 townhomes, 1 single-family home) by Fully In, LLC
• Site plan review for Amante Pizza's 600 sq. ft. addition and off-street loading area at 2304 15th St.
• Lot line adjustment and site plan for 96 apartment units (3 buildings) by Keystone Homes at Cemetery Road & Boradaile Drive
• Site plan review for demolition of ±85% of Uncle Sam Mall, construction of parking garage, commercial/retail/office, ±60 apartments, outdoor plaza, and Frear Building restoration

The Troy Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 96-unit apartment development on Cemetery Road, approved a 12-month extension for the Giovanni Court subdivision, and approved a site plan for an Amante Pizza addition. The commission tabled the Winter Garden/Uncle Sam Mall redevelopment proposal indefinitely. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 12-month extension for Giovanni Court subdivision (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Amante Pizza addition with stipulations (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 96-unit apartment development on Cemetery Road with stipulations (5-0)
• Tabled Winter Garden/Uncle Sam Mall redevelopment indefinitely (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider establishing several new city positions, including a Director of School Lunch, six additional Police Officer positions, and a Librarian I position. The commission will also review open competitive exam announcements for CDBG Technician, Solid Waste and Litter Enforcement Officer, and Recycling Specialist, as well as certify payrolls for the Housing Authority, School District, and Public Library.

• Establish Director of School Lunch position (MSD-222) for Troy School District
• Establish six additional Police Officer positions (MSD-222a) for City of Troy
• Establish one Librarian I position (MSD-222a) for Troy Public Library
• Review exam announcements for CDBG Technician (#63109), Solid Waste and Litter Enforcement Officer (#63412), and Recycling Specialist (#62099)
• Review payroll certifications for Troy Housing Authority, School District, and Public Library for 2021

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved several new positions, including a Director of School Lunch, six Police Officer positions, and a Librarian I position, along with their job specifications. It also approved exam announcements for CDBG Technician, Solid Waste and Litter Enforcement Officer, and Recycling Specialist, and certified payrolls for the Housing Authority, School District, and Public Library. All votes were 2-0 with one absence.

• Approved new Director of School Lunch position for Troy School District (2-0)
• Approved job specification for Director of School Lunch (2-0)
• Approved six additional Police Officer positions for City of Troy (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for CDBG Technician, Exam #63109 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Solid Waste and Litter Enforcement Officer, Exam #63412 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Recycling Specialist, Exam #62099 (2-0)
• Approved one additional Librarian I position for Troy Public Library (2-0)
• Approved 2021 payroll certifications for Troy Housing Authority, School District, and Public Library (2-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board is meeting to discuss and authorize resolutions regarding bond funding for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the Troy IDA. The session includes reviews of financial statements and the Executive Director's report.

• Authorizing resolution for RPI Bond refunding up to $27,500,000
• Loan authorizing resolution for Troy IDA Bond
• Sponsorship of $1,500 for Downtown Troy BID’s Annual Sammy Awards
• Financial report showing total assets of $559,333 as of March 31, 2021
• Appointment of Stephanie Fitch, Susan Farrell, and Elbert Watson to the Governance Committee

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation approved a resolution authorizing up to $25 million in revenue refunding bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, refunding the last series of Troy IDA bonds. The board also approved a $10,000 loan to the Troy IDA, secured by a preservation bond, to keep the IDA active while state legislation is pending. Financial statements as of April 30, 2021, showing $524,242 in cash assets and no liabilities, were approved.

• Approved RPI Bond Refunding Authorizing Resolution for up to $25M (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 loan to Troy IDA secured by Preservation Bond (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2021 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements as of April 30, 2021 (unanimous)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is discussing a $10,000 loan from the Troy Capital Resource Corporation to issue a preservation bond. This action is intended to ensure the authority remains active while awaiting state-level legislative updates to its enabling statute.

• Proposed $10,000 loan from Troy CRC for a Revenue Bond (Preservation Bond), Series 2021
• Appointment of Stephanie Fitch, Susan Farrell, and Elbert Watson to the Governance Committee
• Financial report showing total assets of $663,704 and a fund balance of $430,591 as of March 31, 2021
• Discussion of ongoing projects: City Station North, DeFazio’s, 669 River Street, and Riverwalk

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a $10,000 preservation bond from the City of Troy Capital Resource Corporation to maintain its legal existence while awaiting state legislation to amend its enabling act. The board also approved the April 16, 2021 minutes and the financial statements as presented. A governance committee meeting was announced, and a review identified two projects (Flanigan and US Garages) for potential removal from the PARIS program.

• Approved Preservation Bond Application for $10,000 from CRC to IDA (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 16, 2021 regular board meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a planning meeting to consider a resolution declaring itself lead agency under SEQRA for a request to rezone Tax Parcel 70.64-1-1 on Second Avenue in Lansingburgh from R-1 Single Family Residential to P Planned Development. The proposal would allow construction of three 4-story apartment buildings with 220-240 units, underground parking, and public riverfront access. The Planning Commission recommended against the rezoning by a 4-1 vote, but the Council retains discretion. The meeting is remote due to COVID-19, with public comment limited to agenda items.

• Resolution to declare City Council as lead agency for SEQRA review of rezoning request for Tax Parcel 70.64-1-1
• Proposed rezoning from R-1 Single Family Residential to P Planned Development
• Development proposal: three 4-story apartment buildings, 220-240 units, underground parking, public riverfront access
• Planning Commission recommended against rezoning by 4-1 vote
• Meeting held remotely via videoconference due to COVID-19

The Troy City Council voted 2-1 to pass Resolution 35, declaring itself the lead agency for the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQRA) of a proposed rezoning and development at 1011 2nd Avenue (Tax Parcel 70.64-1-1). The vote followed a public forum with numerous residents and written comments opposing the resolution, arguing the Planning Commission should retain the lead agency role. Council Member Steele moved to call the question, which passed 2-1, and the resolution passed 2-1, with Council Member Cummings voting no.

• Passed Resolution 35 declaring City Council as SEQRA lead agency for 1011 2nd Ave rezoning (2-1, Cummings no)
• Approved motion to call the question on Resolution 35 (2-1, Cummings no)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing and considering a local law to extend the maximum term for delinquent tax installment agreements from 24 to 36 months. The change would also apply retroactively to current agreements, allowing eligible owners to request adjusted payment schedules.

• Public hearing on Local Law #1, held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Amends City Charter §C-48(H)(3) to allow 36-month installment agreements
• Retroactive application to existing installment agreements upon owner request
• Initial down payment remains 10% of eligible delinquent taxes plus current bills
• Written comments accepted until 3 pm on hearing day; must include name and address

The Troy City Council held a public hearing on Local Law #1 remotely due to COVID-19. No members of the public came forward to comment. The hearing was adjourned without any substantive decisions or votes.

• Public hearing on Local Law #1 held, no public comment
• Meeting adjourned without any decisions or votes

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider four ordinances: reconveying a foreclosed property at 78 Lexington Avenue to its former owner, accepting a trail easement from the Troy Housing Authority, amending the 2021 budget to accept $10,000 in grant funds, and awarding $14,484.08 in Neighborhood Improvement Project funds to 20 community groups. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via pre-registered Zoom.

• Reconveyance of 78 Lexington Avenue to Stanley M. Glogowski for $49,753.98
• Acceptance of a trail easement from Troy Housing Authority along Campbell Avenue
• Budget amendment accepting $10,000 from Troy Capital Resource Corporation for Neighborhood Improvement Program
• Awards totaling $14,484.08 to 20 groups for projects like sidewalk repair, murals, and park improvements

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met remotely and passed four ordinances. It approved the reconveyance of property acquired by in rem foreclosure, accepted a deed of easement from the Troy Housing Authority (6-1), amended the 2021 budget to accept grant funds for the Neighborhood Improvement Program, and authorized awards of those funds. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved ordinance authorizing reconveyance of in rem foreclosure property (7-0)
• Approved ordinance accepting deed of easement from Troy Housing Authority (6-1, Steele opposed)
• Approved ordinance amending 2021 General Fund budget and accepting grant funds for Neighborhood Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing awards of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a local law to amend the City Charter regarding delinquent property taxes. The proposal seeks to increase the installment agreement term from 24 to 36 months.

• Local Law amending § C-48 (H) (3) of the City Charter to authorize 36-month installment agreements for eligible delinquent taxes

The Troy City Council unanimously passed a local law amending the city charter to authorize installment agreements for eligible delinquent taxes over a 36-month term. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19 and included no public comments. The motion to approve prior meeting minutes also passed unanimously.

• Approved local law amending § C-48 (H) (3) of the City Charter to allow 36-month delinquent tax installment agreements (7-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting as posted (7-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on May 6, 2021. The only listed items are the agenda itself and signed legislation, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Signed legislation

The Troy City Council passed an amended Ordinance 23 to fund six new police officer positions for the Community Police Unit, despite public opposition. The amendment added requirements for a pilot program in at least one zone, trauma-informed and de-escalation training, and a report to the council by October 1st. The ordinance passed 5-2, with Council Members Steele and Cummings voting no.

• Approved Ordinance 23 funding six new police officer positions (5-2)
• Amended Ordinance 23 to require a pilot program in at least one zone by July 1st (6-1)
• Amended Ordinance 23 to require trauma-informed care, EDPRT, de-escalation, and mediation training (7-0)
• Failed motion to reduce new officers to five (3-4)
• Failed motion to table Ordinance 23 (2-5)
• Passed local law authorizing installment agreements for delinquent taxes (7-0)
• Passed ordinance declaring steam generator surplus and selling for $1 (7-0)
• Passed resolution authorizing $450,000 bonds for bridge reconstruction (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing and considering a local law that would extend installment agreements for delinquent property taxes from 24 to 36 months. The change aligns the city charter with state law and would apply retroactively to existing agreements. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom or written submission.

• Local Law #1 amends Charter §C-48(H)(3) to allow 36-month installment agreements for delinquent taxes
• Retroactive application to current installment agreements upon owner request
• Initial down payment includes current city/county tax, school tax, and 10% of delinquent taxes
• Public hearing scheduled for April 22, April 29, and May 6, 2021

The Troy City Council held a public hearing on Local Law #1 via videoconference due to the COVID-19 crisis. No members of the public came forward to comment. The meeting was called to order at 5:47 p.m. and adjourned at 5:51 p.m., with no substantive decisions made.

• Public hearing on Local Law #1 held, no public comments received
• Meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m.

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a planning meeting to discuss a presentation on the Congress Street Study and other planning projects. The main action is a resolution to declare the Council as lead agency for a requested rezone of a parcel on Second Avenue in Lansingburgh from R-1 Single Family Residential to P Planned Development, which would allow construction of 220-240 apartment units. The Planning Commission recommended against the rezone, but the Council has discretion to proceed.

• Resolution to declare City Council as lead agency for SEQR review of rezone request for Tax Parcel 70.64-1-1
• Rezone request by Kevin Vandenburgh to change zoning from R-1 to P Planned Development for 3 apartment buildings with 220-240 units
• Planning Commission voted 4-1 against recommending the rezone
• Presentation on Congress Street Study by Alta Planning
• Public forum held remotely due to COVID-19

The Troy City Council Planning Committee meeting on April 27, 2021, saw the withdrawal of Resolution 29, which would have declared the City Council as the lead agency for the environmental review of a rezoning request for 1011 2nd Avenue. The withdrawal occurred after extensive public comment and written submissions opposing the resolution, citing concerns about the site's archaeological, ecological, and cultural significance. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Resolution 29 (declaring City Council as lead agency for 1011 2nd Ave rezone) withdrawn by Council Member Gulli
• Received presentation on Congress Street Study from Alta Planning
• Heard public comment and received written submissions regarding Resolution 29

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss old and new business, including updates on National Grid/South Troy, King Fuels road repair, and HR&A as consultant for Monument Square. The board will also review financials and hold an executive session on property acquisition.

• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2021 meeting
• National Grid/South Troy update
• King Fuels road repair
• HR&A consultant for Monument Square
• Executive session on property acquisition

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved negotiations for a contract with HR&A as a consultant for the Monument Square project, not to exceed $50,000. The board also approved the minutes from the March 26, 2021 meeting and the financials as presented. The executive director reported that the Troy Kitchen loan is in default with about $16,000 outstanding, and that the National Grid e-Lot site is underinsured, requiring an increase in coverage from $50,000 to $250,000 at an additional $1,500 per year in premiums.

• Approved negotiations for HR&A consultant contract for Monument Square project, not to exceed $50,000
• Approved minutes from March 26, 2021 board meeting
• Approved financials as presented

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $450,000 bond for bridge reconstruction, a budget transfer to fund six new police officers, and a five-year lease of parking spaces to the USPS. Also on the agenda are the sale of a surplus steam generator for $1, a property reconveyance, and acceptance of grants for the Empire State Trail and a Federal Street corridor study.

• Bond resolution authorizing $450,000 serial bonds for bridge reconstruction
• Ordinance transferring $182,731 from contingency to fund six new police officers
• Ordinance authorizing five-year lease of 118 and 10 parking spaces to USPS at $75/month per space
• Ordinance selling surplus steam generator to Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway for $1
• Resolution accepting Restore NY grant for 701 River Street renovation

The Troy City Council passed a budget transfer funding six new police officers (5-2), approved a $450,000 bond for bridge reconstruction, and authorized several grants and property actions. All other ordinances and resolutions passed unanimously, except one ordinance that was withdrawn.

• Approved transfer of funds for 6 new police officers (5-2)
• Approved $450,000 serial bonds for bridge reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved sale of surplus steam generator for $1 to Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway (7-0)
• Approved 5-year leases for Fifth Avenue Parking Garage spaces (7-0)
• Approved reconveyance of foreclosed property (7-0)
• Approved grant applications for housing and community development (7-0)
• Designated park at 7th & Ingalls as 'Geneva Pompey Park' (7-0)
• Accepted Restore NY grant for 701 River Street renovation (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing on a local law that would amend the City Charter to allow installment agreements for delinquent taxes over 36 months, up from 24. The change aligns with state law and aims to help more taxpayers complete payment plans. The hearing is remote due to COVID-19, with pre-registration required for comment.

• Local Law #1: Amends Charter §C-48(H)(3) to extend installment terms for delinquent taxes from 24 to 36 months
• Applies retroactively to current installment agreements upon owner application
• Initial down payment includes current city/county tax, school tax, and 10% of delinquent taxes
• Public hearing scheduled for April 22, April 29, and May 6, 2021

The Troy City Council held a public hearing on Local Law #1 remotely due to COVID-19. No members of the public came forward to comment. The hearing was adjourned after about five minutes, with no substantive decisions made.

• Held public hearing on Local Law #1 (no public comments)
• Adjourned hearing at 5:56 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on April 21, 2021, to review and act on several site plans, subdivisions, and SEQR determinations. Notable items include a 144-unit apartment complex, a subdivision on River St., and a major redevelopment of the Uncle Sam Mall. The meeting will be held online due to COVID-19.

• 101-119 County Garden Apartments: 21 new buildings with 144 dwelling units
• 32-34 River St.: subdivision into two parcels
• 2304 15th St.: 600 sq ft addition and off-street loading for Amante Pizza
• 576 5th Ave.: conversion of former school into 21 residential units
• Winter Garden: demolition of 85% of Uncle Sam Mall, new parking garage, retail, offices, ~60 apartments, Frear Building restoration

The Troy Planning Commission approved a site plan for 144 new dwelling units at 101-119 County Garden Apartments, with a negative SEQR declaration. It also approved a subdivision at 32-34 River St., a site plan for a 21-unit conversion at 576 5th Ave., and tabled two other projects. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved site plan for 144-unit apartment complex at 101-119 County Garden Apartments (5-0)
• Approved subdivision at 32-34 River St. into two parcels (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 21 residential units at 576 5th Ave. with stipulation for cast-in-place concrete walkway (5-0)
• Tabled 96-unit apartment project at Cemetery Road & Boradaile Drive until May 19 (5-0)
• Tabled Amante Pizza addition at 2304 15th St. until applicant coordinates with City Staff (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider minutes from previous February and April meetings. The agenda also includes establishing several four-year eligible lists for public housing positions.

• Revision to the Recycling Specialist job specification
• Establishment of Assistant Public Housing Specialist eligible list (Exam # 63639)
• Establishment of Public Housing Specialist promotional eligible list (Exam # 74451)
• Establishment of Public Housing Specialist (Spanish Speaking) eligible list (Exam # 61606)

The Troy Civil Service Commission, with two of three members present, tabled the February 16, 2021 minutes and approved the April 1, 2021 minutes. It approved a revision to the Recycling Specialist job specification and established four-year eligible lists for three housing specialist exams. All votes were 2-0 with one absent.

• Tabled minutes of Feb 16, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved minutes of Apr 1, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved revision to Recycling Specialist job specification (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Assistant Public Housing Specialist, Exam #63639 (2-0)
• Established 4-year promotional eligible list for Public Housing Specialist, Exam #74451 (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Public Housing Specialist (Spanish Speaking), Exam #61606 (2-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board is discussing an initial resolution to issue up to $27.5 million in revenue refunding bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The meeting also includes reports on financials and the executive director's activities.

• Proposed issuance of up to $27,500,000 in revenue refunding bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
• Proposed mortgage recording tax exemption for the RPI bonds
• Authorization of a public hearing regarding the RPI project financing
• Approval of $30,000 in COVID funding for the Troy LDC
• Approval of $10,000 for the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP)

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation approved an initial resolution to move forward with issuing up to $27.5 million in tax-exempt revenue refunding bonds for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, which will start the public hearing process. The board also approved the March 26 meeting minutes, amended its governance committee to a smaller group, and approved financials showing $559,333 in assets and a $10,731 deficit. Two sponsorship requests were discussed but no formal action was recorded.

• Approved RPI Bond Refunding Initial Resolution for up to $27.5M (unanimous)
• Approved March 26, 2021 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment naming Fitch, Farrell, Watson as Governance Committee members (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Board of Directors will discuss the 2021 PARIS Review Committee Report and matters related to the Governance Committee. The meeting includes reports from the Executive Director and a review of current financials.

• 2021 PARIS Review Committee Report
• Governance Committee charter and updates
• Executive Director's report
• Financial reports

The Troy IDA board approved the March 26, 2021 minutes with attendance corrections, and approved an amendment to the annual resolution naming Stephanie Fitch, Susan Farrell, and Elbert Watson as the Governance Committee members. The board also approved the financial statements as presented, showing total assets of $663,704 and a fund balance of $430,591 as of March 31, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

• Approved minutes of March 26, 2021, with attendance corrections (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to annual resolution naming Fitch, Farrell, Watson as Governance Committee members (motion carried)
• Approved financials as presented (motion carried)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a finance meeting to discuss a proposed 2021 Animal Sheltering Agreement with the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society. The contract includes significant annual fee increases over five years, from $99,100.97 in 2021 to $230,904.85 by 2025, to address a funding shortfall. The Society also proposes exploring cost-saving programs like cat population control and microchipping incentives. The meeting is remote due to COVID-19, with public comment via pre-registered Zoom.

• Proposed 2021 contract fee: $99,100.97, increasing annually to $230,904.85 by 2025
• 2020 contract cost was $66,150.00; proposed fees based on ICMA recommendation of $219,220.56
• Discussion of cat population control program (low-cost spay/neuter, TNR) and pet microchipping incentives
• Contract includes provisions for stray redemption periods, court-ordered holds, and rabies confinement
• Public forum requires pre-registration by 3 pm on meeting day; written comments accepted via email

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met remotely and discussed the proposed Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) contract. No formal vote or decision was taken; the meeting was for discussion only, including a comment read from Marguerite Pearson. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; discussion only on MHHS contract

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on April 7, 2021, to consider three requests: two area variances for parking deficiencies and one special use permit. The hearing will be conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19. Public comments can be submitted before or during the meeting.

• Area variance for parking deficiency at 391 2nd St (R-4 zone) — 3 spaces required, 0 proposed, to convert vacant church hall to residence
• Special use permit at 17 102nd St (B-2 zone) to convert first-floor commercial space to residential
• Area variances at 23 13th St (R-3 zone) for parking deficiency (4 required, 0 proposed) and density exceedance (21.5 units/acre max) to add a garden-level unit

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to review multiple exam announcements for code inspector and building inspector positions, consider establishing a temporary Principal Code Inspector position, and discuss reinstating a former Watervliet police officer to the Troy Police Department. The agenda also includes a revision to the Health & Safety Coordinator job specification.

• Review of open competitive and promotional exam announcements for Code Inspector, Senior Code Inspector, and Principal Code Inspector positions
• Review of exam announcements for Senior Building Inspector (open competitive and promotional)
• Consideration of MSD-222A to establish one temporary Principal Code Inspector position
• Request to reinstate a former Watervliet police officer to the Troy Police Department
• Revision to the Health & Safety Coordinator job specification

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved 12 exam announcements for code and building inspector positions, established one temporary Principal Code Inspector position, approved reinstatement of a former Watervliet Police Officer to the Troy Police Department, and approved a revised job specification for Health & Safety Coordinator. The minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting were tabled. All votes were 2-0 with one commissioner absent.

• Tabled minutes of February 16, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Housing Code Technician #64945 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Assistant Code Inspector #60457 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Assistant Code Inspector (promotional) #71546 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Code Inspector #66957 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Code Inspector (promotional) #76230 (2-0)
• Approved reinstatement of former Watervliet Police Officer to Troy Police Department (2-0)
• Approved revised job specification for Health & Safety Coordinator (2-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation documents. No substantive policy decisions or discussions are listed.

• Agenda approval
• Signed legislation documents

The Troy City Council passed Resolution 27 adopting the Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative report, with amendments adding language on racial equity and Black Lives Matter. The resolution passed 6-1, with Council Member Cummings voting no. The council also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a settlement with State Farm, grant funding for firefighting equipment, and a contract for parking enforcement management.

• Adopted police reform report with amendments (6-1, Cummings no)
• Approved State Farm settlement ordinance (7-0)
• Accepted DHS grant for firefighting equipment (7-0)
• Amended 2021 General Fund budget (7-0)
• Authorized reconveyance of two foreclosed properties (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Sharon Wells as Assistant to City Clerk (7-0)
• Authorized lease/purchase for golf course equipment (7-0)
• Approved parking enforcement contract with Fundamental Business Service (7-0)

City Council

The City of Troy is presenting its proposed 2021 One Year Action Plan budget for HUD funding, totaling $2,389,835 across CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs. A 30-day public comment period runs from April 1 to April 30, 2021, with final approval scheduled for the May 6 City Council meeting. The plan includes funding for infrastructure, housing, and homelessness services.

• $1,797,827 CDBG funding, including $1,322,827 for South Central Little Italy Target Area reinvestment
• $156,002 ESG funding for homelessness services, including $50,287.45 for Joseph's House shelter
• $436,006 HOME funding, including $150,000 for first-time homebuyer grants
• 30-day public comment period ends April 30, 2021
• Final approval scheduled for May 6, 2021 City Council meeting

City Council

The Law Committee will meet to discuss pending litigation presented by the Corporation Counsel. There is no legislation scheduled for a vote at this meeting.

• Discussion of pending litigation

The Law Committee met and immediately entered executive session to discuss pending litigation, with no substantive decisions made. The session lasted from 4:12 p.m. to 5:36 p.m., after which the meeting adjourned.

• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (3-0)
• Ended executive session (3-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the 2020 audit from Wojeski & Co., CPAs.

• 2020 Audit Presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Approval of February 19, 2021 meeting minutes

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors met to discuss funding requests and annual administrative resolutions. The body approved a contract for trail design in Lansingburgh and reviewed the corporation's financial position.

• Approved $11,000 to hire Alta Planning for conceptual design of the Riverwalk project from 111th Street to 123rd Street
• Accepted the Annual Audit for Fiscal Year 2020 prepared by Wojeski & Company CPAs, PC
• Reported total assets of $570,295 as of January 31, 2021
• Ratified appointment of Stephen Strichman as Executive Director and CEO and Denee Zeigler as Acting Secretary
• Discussed funding requests for the LDC 2021 Summer COVID Grant and City Clerk Neighborhood Improvement Program

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved $30,000 in COVID funding for the Troy LDC to support downtown activities and events, and $10,000 for the Neighborhood Improvement Program. They also approved the annual meeting resolution, which re-adopts policies, accepts the FY2020 audit, and re-elects officers and staff. The board approved the February 19, 2021 meeting minutes and the financials as presented, noting a $231 deficit for February.

• Approved $30,000 COVID funding for Troy LDC for downtown activities and events.
• Approved $10,000 Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) funding.
• Approved annual meeting resolution (Resolution No. 03/21 #1) re-adopting policies, accepting FY2020 audit, electing officers, and re-appointing staff.
• Approved February 19, 2021 board meeting minutes.
• Approved financials as presented, noting $570,000 in assets and a $231 deficit for February.

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation's Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to review the minutes from its October 16, 2020 meeting and to receive a presentation of the 2020 audit from Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The agenda is limited to these items and adjournment, with no other substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of October 16, 2020 Audit and Finance Committee minutes
• 2020 Audit presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a presentation on the 2020 audit from Wojeski & Co., CPAs.

• 2020 Audit Presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Approval of February 19, 2021 minutes

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will conduct its annual meeting to elect officers and review procedures, audits, and the PARIS report. The board will also review financial statements and the Executive Director's report.

• Election of officers and review of procedures
• Review of Audit and PARIS Report
• Review of financial statements
• Executive Director's report

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board approved the annual meeting resolution, which re-adopts policies, accepts the 2020 audit, and re-elects officers for 2021. The board also approved the February 19, 2021 meeting minutes and the February 2021 financials. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved the minutes of the February 19, 2021 regular board meeting.
• Approved the annual meeting resolution, including acceptance of the 2020 audit, re-adoption of policies, and re-election of officers (Justin Nadeau as Chair, Anasha Cummings as Vice Chair, Elbert Watson as Treasurer, Susan Farrell as Secretary).
• Approved the financial statements as of February 28, 2021, showing total assets of $1,214,816 and a fund balance of $441,838.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:51 a.m.

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will hold its annual meeting to adopt resolutions covering the 2020 audit, policies, officer elections, committee appointments, staff reappointments, and the 2021-2024 budgets. They will also discuss new business, including a $30,000 request for summer COVID programming and the Troja Est! outdoor dining event, along with updates on the National Grid/South Troy remediation and financials.

• Annual resolutions: accept FY2020 audit, re-adopt policies, elect officers, appoint committees, reappoint staff (Steven Strichman as Executive Director, Denee Zeigler as Acting Secretary, Andrew Kreshik as Project Manager, Dylan Turek as Economic Development Director)
• Approve 2021 budget and proposed budgets for 2022-2024
• Seek $30,000 from Capital Resource Commission for summer programming, including $10,000 for Troja Est! and $10,000 for performance series
• National Grid/South Troy remediation license agreement update (phases one and two, with payments over five years)
• Financials as of January 31, 2021: total assets $3,073,000, cash $329,000, liabilities $1,021,000, fund balance $2,052,000

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the annual meeting resolution, which includes accepting the FY2020 audit, re-adopting policies, electing officers (Justin Nadeau as chair, Andy Ross as vice chair, Ken Zalewski as treasurer, Monica Kurzejeski as secretary), and ratifying staff appointments. The board also approved a motion to accept a $30,000 COVID response grant from the CRC for downtown events and safety designs, pending CRC approval. Financials for February 2021 were approved, showing a deficit of $6,215.

• Approved minutes from February 19, 2021 meeting
• Approved Annual Meeting Resolution, including audit acceptance, policy re-adoption, officer elections, and staff appointments
• Approved motion to accept $30,000 COVID response grant from CRC for downtown events and safety designs
• Approved financials for February 2021, noting a deficit of $6,215
• Adjourned meeting at 9:44 a.m.

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on March 25, 2021, to review and act on several site plans, subdivisions, and SEQR determinations. Items include a site plan extension for a mixed-use development, a new residential conversion, and multiple housing projects. The meeting will be conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• 141 Congress St.: 12-month extension for ±90,000 sq ft residential, ±50,000 sq ft commercial, ±160 parking spaces
• 770 Pawling Ave.: convert former commercial space to 3 residential units
• Cemetery Road & Boradaile Drive: 96 apartment units in 3 buildings (concept update)
• 37 125th St & 2 Northern Dr.: lot line adjustment and addition for catering business
• Taylor Apartments: demolish towers, build 90-unit mixed-income building with 64 affordable units

The Troy Planning Commission conditionally approved the site plan for the Taylor Apartments project, a 90-unit mixed-use building with 64 affordable replacement units, subject to revised building elevations. The commission also approved a 12-month extension for the 141 Congress St. project and a negative declaration for the 770 Pawling Ave. project, while tabling several other items.

• Approved 12-month extension for 141 Congress St. project (4-0).
• Approved site plan for 770 Pawling Ave. project (3-2).
• Tabled Cemetery Road & Boradaile Drive project until next meeting.
• Tabled 37 125th St & 2 Northern Dr. project indefinitely (5-0).
• Issued positive declaration for Kings Landing II, requiring an EIS (3-1).
• Tabled County Garden Apartments project until next meeting (5-0).
• Approved negative declaration for Taylor Apartments (5-0).
• Conditionally approved Taylor Apartments site plan (4-0).

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to adopt Resolution 27, which accepts the final report from the Troy Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative (PRRC). The report outlines 15 specific recommendations for policing reforms based on nine public listening sessions held in February and March 2021. The meeting will also include standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes and a public forum.

• Adoption of Resolution 27: Report of the City of Troy Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative
• Report includes 15 recommendations to strengthen public safety and build trust
• PRRC consisted of 15 appointed members including Mayor Patrick Madden and Chief Brian Owens
• Meeting held remotely via videoconference due to Governor Cuomo’s Executive Order No. 202.1

The Troy City Council voted 7-0 to adopt the report of the City of Troy Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative, fulfilling the requirements of Executive Order 203. The decision was made after a public forum where residents and community groups expressed concerns about the report's handling of systemic racism and specific incidents. The report's adoption was the only substantive action taken at the meeting.

• Adopted the Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative report (7-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Board of Directors met to approve funding for the Riverwalk project and conduct annual administrative resolutions. The body is focusing on connecting waterfront trails and parks in Lansingburgh to the Empire State Trail system.

• Approved $11,000 to hire Alta Planning for conceptual design of the Riverwalk project from 111th Street to 123rd Street
• Accepted the Annual Audit for Fiscal Year 2020 prepared by Wojeski & Company CPAs, PC
• Approved financial statements showing total assets of $570,295 as of January 31, 2021
• Ratified appointment of Stephen Strichman as Executive Director and CEO and Denee Zeigler as Acting Secretary
• Approved the budget for fiscal year ending December 31, 2021 and proposed budgets through 2024

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $4,410 settlement for a police vehicle collision, acceptance of a $399,457.64 federal firefighting equipment grant, and a $370,000 budget amendment for building demolition. They will also vote on property reconveyances, a parking enforcement contract, and a State Street traffic direction change.

• Settlement of $4,410 to State Farm and Christina Florada for police car accident
• Accept $399,457.64 Homeland Security grant for firefighting equipment
• Approve $370,000 budget for 451/453 Broadway demolition
• Reconvey 26 Lincoln Avenue to D&D Property Management for $21,563.07
• Contract with Fundamental Business Service for parking enforcement (3 years)

The Troy City Council held a remote finance meeting and voted unanimously on most items. They approved a settlement with State Farm, accepted a Homeland Security grant for firefighting equipment, amended the 2021 budget, authorized three property reconveyances, and approved resolutions on parking enforcement, a firehouse study, and a public health response plan. One property reconveyance (item 20) passed 5-2, with Council Members Cummings and Mantello voting no.

• Approved settlement with State Farm Insurance over a claim against the city, 7-0
• Approved accepting Homeland Security grant for firefighting equipment and amending 2021 budget, 7-0
• Approved amending the 2021 General Fund Budget, 7-0
• Approved three ordinances authorizing reconveyance of foreclosed properties; one passed 5-2 (Cummings, Mantello no), others 7-0
• Approved appointment of Sharon Wells as Assistant to the City Clerk with set salary, 7-0
• Approved lease/purchase agreements for golf course maintenance equipment, 7-0
• Approved appointment of Commissioners of Deeds, amended to add Mary Hagy, 7-0
• Approved change in travel direction on State Street between 1st and 3rd Streets, 7-0

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting with an agenda and signed legislation documents. The agenda appears to be mostly procedural, with no substantive policy items listed.

The Troy City Council met remotely and passed all agenda items unanimously (7-0). This included seven ordinances covering budget transfers, grant appropriations, property sales, seawall funding, and a settlement, plus eight resolutions on appointments, proclamations, and agreements. The property-sale ordinance was amended to remove two properties, and the commissioners-of-deeds resolution was amended to add nine names.

• Approved ordinance transferring funds within the 2021 General Fund budget (7-0).
• Approved ordinance amending the Capital Projects Fund budget (7-0).
• Approved ordinance appropriating U.S. DOJ Violence Against Women grant funds (7-0).
• Approved ordinance appropriating FY19 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds (7-0).
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of city-owned real property, amended to remove Gatto (281 Ninth St.) and Morrissey (Tyler St.) properties (7-0).
• Approved ordinance accepting NYS Homeland Security grant for Troy Seawall infrastructure work (7-0).
• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement of Geico v. City of Troy DPW and Michael Vanness (7-0).
• Approved resolution appointing Commissioners of Deeds, amended to add nine named individuals (7-0).

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several items, including authorizing a $2,000 settlement for a property damage claim from a 2017 city vehicle accident, approving the purchase of about 4,100 street lights from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, and entering into a real property tax agreement with Rensselaer County. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via pre-registered Zoom.

• Ordinance authorizing $2,000 settlement with GEICO for a 2017 accident claim (case CV-4427-18)
• Resolution to purchase approximately 4,100 street lights from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation
• Resolution for a license agreement with Niagara Mohawk for customer-owned lighting attachments
• Resolution authorizing a real property tax agreement with Rensselaer County

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met remotely and approved four items unanimously (7-0). They authorized a settlement with Geico in a lawsuit against the city's Department of Public Works, approved agreements with Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation to purchase city street lights and to license attachments to utility poles, and authorized a real property tax agreement with Rensselaer County. No public comments were made.

• Approved ordinance settling a lawsuit brought by Geico Insurance on behalf of Sandra Gull against the City of Troy Department of Public Works and Michael Vanness.
• Approved resolution authorizing the mayor to enter an agreement with Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation to purchase city street lights.
• Approved resolution authorizing the mayor to enter a license agreement with Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation for customer-owned street and area lighting attachments to utility poles.
• Approved resolution authorizing the mayor to enter a real property tax agreement with Rensselaer County.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to act on requests for area variances, a use variance, and a special use permit. The agenda includes old business on a lot line adjustment and new business on a parking deficiency and a community center use. The hearing will be conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Area variance and special use permit for lot line adjustment at 37 125th St and 2 Northern Dr (B-3 Zone)
• Area variance for parking deficiency (3 proposed, 21 required) at 576 5th Ave for adaptive reuse of vacant school
• Use variance for community center at 2109 15th St (R-2 Zone)
• Use variance to legalize existing 2-family use at 37 125th St

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and approved two use variances, tabled one, and struck one item from the agenda. Approved: a use variance and special use permit for an auto service and sales business at 424 Fifth Ave, and a use variance to convert a commercial unit to residential at 2645 5th Ave. Tabled: a use variance for an auto storage and towing business at 520 5th Ave. Struck: a major area variance for a rear overhang at 162 Third Street. Also approved: a major area variance for a rear patio at 104 3rd Street.

• Approved use variance and special use permit for auto service/sales at 424 Fifth Ave (ZB2015-001)
• Approved use variance for commercial-to-residential conversion at 2645 5th Ave (ZB2015-002)
• Tabled use variance for auto storage/towing at 520 5th Ave (ZB2015-004)
• Struck from agenda major area variance for rear overhang at 162 Third Street (ZB2015-003)
• Approved major area variance for rear patio at 104 3rd Street (ZB2014-017)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to approve minutes from the December 2020 meeting, conduct board member evaluations, and receive the executive director's report, financials, and updates on old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2020 board meeting
• Board member evaluations and fiduciary acknowledgement
• Executive Director's report on National Grid agreement negotiations
• Financial report as of November 30, 2020: $3.0M assets, $351K cash, $1.035M liabilities, $1.997M fund balance

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the December 18, 2020 meeting minutes and the January 2021 financials as presented. The board discussed loan deferment agreements, noting four deferred loans with one payment still outstanding from Troy Kitchen, and discussed the NBRC grant revision and National Grid license agreement. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 18, 2020 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved January 2021 financials as presented (motion carried)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Audit & Finance Committee reviewed the 2021 budget and discussed project expenditures. The board also received an update on a mixed-use development project at 701 River Street.

• Approval of the 2021 IDA Budget
• Discussion of $61,000 expenditure for wayfinding signage
• Estimated income of $200,000 from closing projects in 2021
• Update on a commercial and apartment project at 701 River Street

The joint IDA and CRC Audit & Finance Committee meeting was procedural, approving prior meeting minutes and hearing an audit presentation from Wojeski. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approvals and adjournment.

• Approved October 23, 2020 IDA Audit & Finance Committee minutes (motion by Farrell, seconded by Gulli)
• Approved October 23, 2020 CRC Audit & Finance Committee minutes (motion by Gulli, seconded by Watson)
• Adjourned joint IDA/CRC Audit & Finance Committee meeting at 10:12 a.m. (motion by Fitch, seconded by Gulli)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee met to discuss the preliminary 2020 audit with Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The committee also reviewed a draft budget that includes a $60,000 line item for grants.

• Preliminary 2020 Audit Discussion – Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• $60,000 grant line item in draft budget
• Budget discussion regarding RPI Bond refinance and Franklin Alley project

The joint IDA and CRC Audit & Finance Committee meeting approved minutes from October 23, 2020, for both committees. The committee also heard a presentation from auditor Chris Stephens of Wojeski, who outlined the audit process and timeline, targeting a draft report by March 12 and final by March 19. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 23, 2020 IDA Audit & Finance Committee minutes (motion by Farrell, second by Gulli)
• Approved October 23, 2020 CRC Audit & Finance Committee minutes (motion by Gulli, second by Watson)
• Adjourned joint IDA/CRC Audit & Finance Committee meeting at 10:12 a.m. (motion by Fitch, second by Gulli)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation approved funding for the Riverwalk trail project to include site drilling and engineering studies. The board also authorized a $10,000 expenditure to support the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market's relocation to Lansingburgh.

• $50,000 authorization for the Riverwalk Project including core drillings and construction documents
• $15,000 grant to CDTA for intersection redesign related to the Riverwalk
• $10,000 expenditure for the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market winter location in Lansingburgh
• Approval of $6,500 for site drilling as part of the Riverwalk project

The board approved spending $11,000 to hire Alta Planning for conceptual design of the Riverwalk trail project between 111th and 123rd Streets in Lansingburgh. The motion carried with one opposing vote from Stephanie Fitch. The board also approved the November 20, 2020 meeting minutes and the financial statement as of January 31, 2021, which showed total assets of $570,295.

• Approved $11,000 expenditure to hire Alta Planning for Riverwalk trail conceptual design; motion carried with one opposition
• Approved November 20, 2020 board meeting minutes
• Approved financial statement as of January 31, 2021, showing total assets of $570,295
• Adjourned meeting at 11:16 a.m.

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is reviewing a project to renovate a six-story structure at 750 Second Avenue into multi-tenanted commercial space. The body is discussing providing sales and use tax exemptions, mortgage recording tax exemptions, and a partial real property tax abatement via a PILOT agreement.

• Public hearing and authorizing resolution for Lion Factory Commerce, LLC at 750 Second Avenue
• Application for sales tax exemptions for Clark House LLC
• Proposed 30-year PILOT for Lion Factory Commerce, LLC
• Discussion of potential increases to the IDA application fee
• Financial report showing total assets of $464,000 as of November 30, 2020

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved the Project Authorizing Resolution for Lion Factory Commerce, LLC, a mixed-use project at 750 Second Avenue, which includes a 30,000 sq ft commercial space and residential units. The board also approved a sales tax exemption for Clark House, LLC to renovate upper floors at 207 Broadway into hospitality units. Additionally, the board approved a $100,000 administrative funding agreement for 2020 and the financials as presented.

• Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for Lion Factory Commerce, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved sales tax exemption for Clark House, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 administrative funding agreement for 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 18, 2020 meeting (Latasha Gardner abstained)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation materials. No substantive decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

• Agenda adoption
• Signed legislation materials

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting and passed a single resolution authorizing the mayor to enter into a memorandum of agreement with the towns of East Greenbush and Bethlehem to share household hazardous waste collection and disposal services. The resolution passed unanimously with 7 ayes, 0 nos, and 0 abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution authorizing mayor to sign MOA for hazardous waste sharing with East Greenbush and Bethlehem (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including accepting an $11.4 million state grant for the Troy Seawall project, approving the sale of five city-owned vacant lots, and amending the 2021 budget for various funds. The agenda also includes resolutions to share hazardous waste services with neighboring towns and to proclaim March as awareness months. Public comment will be taken remotely due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance accepting $11,413,826.47 NYS grant for Troy Seawall infrastructure work and amending capital projects budget
• Ordinance authorizing sale of five city-owned vacant lots (e.g., 281 Ninth Street, 14 Mann Ave, Tyler St parcels) via proposal sale method
• Ordinance appropriating $61,304 from U.S. DOJ Violence Against Women grant for police programs
• Ordinance appropriating $22,819 from U.S. DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime
• Resolution authorizing agreement with East Greenbush and Bethlehem to share household hazardous waste collection services

The Troy City Council held a remote finance meeting and unanimously approved all items on the agenda. This included transferring funds within the 2021 General Fund budget, amending the Capital Project Fund budget, and appropriating funds from two U.S. Department of Justice grants. The council also authorized the sale of city-owned property, accepted a state grant for seawall infrastructure, and passed several resolutions, including agreements for hazardous waste collection and sales tax distribution.

• Approved ordinance transferring funds within 2021 General Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Capital Project Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating DOJ Violence Against Women grant funds (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating DOJ FY19 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG funds (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of city-owned real property via proposal sale application (7-0)
• Approved ordinance accepting NYS Homeland Security grant for Troy Seawall infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved resolution for hazardous waste collection agreement with East Greenbush and Bethlehem (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing sales tax revenue distribution agreement with Rensselaer County and City of Rensselaer (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on February 17, 2021, to review several land-use requests referred by the Bureau of Code Enforcement. Actions include a change of use for a former midwifery into a student center, an event space, an approval extension for a mixed-use building, and a site plan review for converting a former school into 21 residential units. The hearing will be held online via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• PLPC 2021 0002: Change of use at 2109 15th St. from midwifery to student center, keeping two residential units
• PLPC 2021 0004: Change of use at 50 4th St. to event/assembly space in renovated building
• PLPC 2018 0069: Extension of approval for mixed-use building at 750 2nd Ave. with commercial and residential space
• PLPC 2021 0003: Site plan review to convert former school at 576 5th Ave. into 21 residential units, seeking Historic Tax Credits

The Planning Commission approved two change-of-use applications: converting a former midwifery at 101.4-15th St. into a student center (4-0) and a newly renovated building at 101.45-7-8 4th St. into an event/assembly space (4-0). It also extended approval for the mixed-use building at 750 2nd Ave. by 12 months (5-0). A proposal to convert the former school at 576 5th Ave. into 21 residential units was tabled until March 17th, with the commission acting as lead agency (5-0).

• Approved change of use at 101.4-15th St. to student center (4-0)
• Approved change of use at 101.45-7-8 4th St. to event/assembly space (4-0)
• Extended approval for 750 2nd Ave. mixed-use building by 12 months (5-0)
• Acted as lead agency for 576 5th Ave. site plan review (5-0)
• Tabled 576 5th Ave. proposal until March 17th (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve its 2020 annual report, review a firefighter/paramedic exam announcement, and consider establishing four new positions (Health and Safety Coordinator, Recycling Specialist, Housing Choice Voucher Program Manager, and Head Custodian) along with their job specifications. The commission will also consider reinstating a former employee to an Account Clerk position in the Fire Department.

• Approve 2020 Annual Report
• Review Firefighter/Paramedic Exam #60152
• Establish Health and Safety Coordinator position (COT)
• Establish Recycling Specialist position (COT)
• Establish Housing Choice Voucher Program Manager position (THA)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved the minutes of the January 19, 2021 meeting and the 2020 Annual Report. It also approved exam announcements and established several new positions and job specifications, all by unanimous votes of 2-0 with one commissioner absent.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report (2-0)
• Approved Firefighter/Paramedic exam announcement #60152 (2-0)
• Established Health and Safety Coordinator position and job specification (2-0)
• Established Recycling Specialist position and job specification (2-0)
• Established Housing Choice Voucher Program Manager position and job specification (2-0)
• Established Head Custodian position for Troy School District (2-0)
• Approved reinstatement of former employee to Account Clerk position (2-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on February 10, 2021, to consider a request for area variances (setback, density, and parking) from the Troy Housing Authority and Penrose Development for the Taylor Apartments Redevelopment Phase I at 125 River Street. The hearing will be conducted online via Zoom due to COVID-19, with public comment accepted by email or during the meeting.

• Area variances sought for setback, density, and parking at 125 River Street
• Taylor Apartments Redevelopment Phase I by Troy Housing Authority and Penrose Development
• Public hearing conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Public comment accepted via email or during the meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and voted to recommend that the Planning Commission approve the Taylor Apartments Redevelopment Phase I proposal at 125 River Street, which seeks area variances for setback, density, and parking. The board also reaffirmed prior votes on two old business items due to a Zoom recording error: a use variance for a dog daycare at 205 Oakwood Ave and area variances for the St. Peter's Parish complex at 5th and Hutton. No final decisions were made on these items; the Taylor recommendation is contingent on the Planning Commission's SEQR determination.

• Recommended Planning Commission approve Taylor Apartments redevelopment variances (5-0)
• Reaffirmed use variance for dog daycare at 205 Oakwood Ave (4-1, Pallozzi no)
• Reaffirmed area variances for St. Peter's Parish complex (4-0, Pallozzi abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Troy City Council's regular meeting on February 4, 2021. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with no specific items for discussion or decision. The linked documents are the regular agenda PDF and signed legislation PDF.

• No specific action items listed on the agenda
• Meeting materials include signed legislation document

The Troy City Council passed all eight ordinances on the agenda, including amendments to capital project funds, acceptance of a grant for infrastructure work at One Monument Square, settlements of two claims, and a grant of easement to Niagara Mohawk and Verizon. The council also passed seven resolutions, including proclaiming February 2021 as Black History Month, appointing commissioners of deeds, authorizing a three-year auditing agreement with The Bonadio Group, and calling on the state to pass bills on property tax abatement and IDA amendments. Two resolutions authorizing PILOT agreements for Diamond Rock Terrace I and II passed with one dissenting vote from Council Member Gulli.

• Ordinance amending capital projects fund to allow closure of multiple capital projects passed (7-0)
• Ordinance amending capital projects fund budgets passed (7-0)
• Ordinance creating a capital project and amending budget passed (7-0)
• Ordinance accepting Northern Borders Regional Commission grant for One Monument Square infrastructure passed (7-0)
• Ordinance authorizing settlement of Allstate claim (Kip W. Sheldon) passed (7-0)
• Ordinance granting easement to Niagara Mohawk and Verizon passed (7-0)
• Ordinance authorizing settlement of Allstate claim (Albert E. Passineau) passed (7-0)
• Resolution proclaiming February 2021 as Black History Month passed (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting remotely to consider an ordinance authorizing a $1,800 settlement of a property damage claim against the city, and two resolutions approving payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements for the Diamond Rock Terrace I and II affordable senior housing projects. The settlement resolves a lawsuit by Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company over a 2018 collision with a parked car. The PILOT agreements would extend tax exemptions and increase the payment rate from 7.35% to 10% of net operating income.

• Ordinance to settle Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company v. City of Troy for $1,800 (claim was $3,541.16)
• Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement for Diamond Rock Terrace I (81 units at 9-11 Gurley Avenue), extending exemption to 2028 with option to 2033
• Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement for Diamond Rock Terrace II, extending exemption to 2033
• PILOT rate increases from 7.35% to 10% of net operating income after utilities for both projects
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19; public comments must be pre-registered by 3 pm

The Troy City Council approved two payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements with Diamond Rock Terrace I and II LLCs, both passing 6-1 with Council Member Gulli voting no. The council also passed an ordinance authorizing a settlement of a claim brought by Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company on behalf of Albert E. Passineau against the city, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 crisis.

• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement of Allstate claim (7-0)
• Approved PILOT agreement with Diamond Rock Terrace I LLC (6-1, Gulli no)
• Approved PILOT agreement with Diamond Rock Terrace II LLC (6-1, Gulli no)

Ethics Commission

The City of Troy Ethics Commission is holding its monthly meeting via Zoom due to the public health crisis. The agenda includes approval of minutes, election of officers, and discussion of open issues such as commission vacancies, annual disclosures, and trainings.

• Meeting held via Zoom due to public health crisis
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Election of Chair and Secretary
• Discussion of commission vacancies
• Discussion of annual disclosures and trainings

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend against a zone change from R-1 to P for 1011 2nd Ave, following public opposition and a report citing environmental, archaeological, and legal concerns. The commission also approved a change of use for St. Peter's Parish (5-0), denied a site plan for 770 Pawling Ave (3-2), and tabled several other projects, including Kings Landing II and Taylor Apartments.

• Recommended against zone change for 1011 2nd Ave (4-1)
• Approved St. Peter's Parish change of use to 8-unit apartment building (5-0)
• Denied site plan for 770 Pawling Ave residential conversion (3-2)
• Tabled Kings Landing II site plan indefinitely (4-0)
• Tabled County Garden Apartments site plan indefinitely (5-0)
• Tabled Taylor Apartments site plan until 2/17 (4-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including accepting a $1,000,000 grant from the Northern Borders Regional Commission for infrastructure work at One Monument Square, approving a $1,750 settlement for a vehicle collision claim, and amending capital project budgets for park improvements and gas tank removal. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via pre-registered Zoom.

• Accept $1,000,000 Northern Borders Regional Commission grant for One Monument Square infrastructure
• Approve $1,750 settlement for Allstate claim (case CV-2789-18) over 2017 collision at Troy Police Station
• Amend capital budget to accept $75,000 from Troy Redevelopment Foundation for 10th Street Park and Old Sixth Avenue Park improvements
• Create $1,000,000 capital project for DPW gas tank removal
• Close completed capital projects including Spring Avenue Bridge and Riverfront Park Access

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider routine personnel actions, including approving prior meeting minutes, establishing an eligible list for Secretary I, and creating new or additional city positions such as Youth Services Specialist, Senior Parking Enforcement Officer, and Account Clerk. These actions would authorize new hires or reclassifications within the city workforce.

• Establish 4-year eligible list for Secretary I, Exam #2001
• Create 2 new Youth Services Specialist positions (COT)
• Adopt job specification for Youth Services Specialist
• Add 1 Senior Parking Enforcement Officer position (COT)
• Add 1 Account Clerk position (COT)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved several personnel actions, including establishing two new Youth Services Specialist positions and a job specification for the role, plus additional positions for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer and Account Clerk. All substantive motions passed unanimously (3-0), and the December 2020 meeting minutes were approved (2-0, 1 abstention).

• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Secretary I, Exam #2001 (3-0)
• Established 2 new Youth Services Specialist positions (3-0)
• Approved job specification for Youth Services Specialist (3-0)
• Established 1 additional Senior Parking Enforcement Officer position (3-0)
• Established 1 additional Account Clerk position (3-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a planning meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed development by Bryce Properties, grant agreements for Monument Square, a tax abatement home rule request, an amendment to Industrial Development Authority enabling legislation, and the sale of Diamond Rock. Legislation will be placed on the January 21 Finance Meeting agenda. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Bryce Properties Proposed Development
• Monument Square Grant Agreements (NBRC grant of $1,000,000)
• Tax Abatement – Home Rule for NYS
• Amendment to Enabling Legislation for Industrial Development Authority – Home Rule for NYS
• Diamond Rock Sale

This was a planning meeting for discussion only; no formal votes were taken. Items discussed included a proposed property tax abatement for residential/mixed-use construction, grant agreements for Monument Square, amendments to the Troy Industrial Development Authority's enabling legislation, and the sale of Diamond Rock Terrace properties. Legislation will be placed on the January 21 Finance Meeting agenda.

• Discussed Bryce Properties proposed development (no action)
• Discussed Monument Square Grant Agreements (no action)
• Discussed Tax Abatement Home Rule for NYS (no action)
• Discussed Amendment to Enabling Legislation for IDA (no action)
• Discussed Diamond Rock Sale (no action)

City Council

This agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation documents. No substantive decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

• Agenda approval
• Signed legislation materials

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider an ordinance authorizing a $82,500 settlement with Argonaut Insurance Company to resolve a federal lawsuit over the city's failure to pay its $500,000 self-insured retention in the Brothers case. The council will also vote on resolutions setting 2021 meeting dates and waiving certain property tax exemption renewal filings due to COVID-19. The meeting will be held remotely via videoconference due to the pandemic.

• Ordinance authorizing settlement of Argonaut Insurance Company v. City of Troy for $82,500
• Resolution setting 2021 regular monthly meeting dates (first Thursday, 7 p.m.)
• Resolution waiving renewal applications for certain property tax exemptions on 2021 assessment roll due to COVID-19