Troy public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a finance meeting to consider several ordinances amending the 2022 budget and authorizing fund transfers. These include moving funds for police vehicles, adjusting various departmental budgets, and transferring $1,000,000 from the unassigned fund balance to the 2023 capital plan. The council will also vote on a resolution setting the January 2023 meeting date.

• Transfer $353,000 for police vehicle purchases to capital projects fund (ORD85)
• Transfer $300,000 from General Fund contingency to Debt Service Fund (ORD87)
• Transfer $1,000,000 from unassigned fund balance to 2023 capital plan for vehicles (ORD88)
• Transfer $60,000 for new copiers and printers at City Hall (ORD89)
• Amend fund balance policy to allow up to 10% unassigned fund balance (ORD90)

The City Council passed six ordinances to amend various city funds and authorize the transfer of money for the 2023 Capital Plan and other specific purposes. The council also updated the General Fund balance policy and set the date for the January 2023 meeting.

• Approved ordinance amending General Fund and Capital Projects Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2022 General, Garbage, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved transfer of monies from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to Capital Projects Fund for 2023 Capital Plan (6-0)
• Approved transfer of monies from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to General Fund Assigned Unappropriated Fund Balance (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending General Fund Balance Policy (6-0)
• Approved resolution setting the January 2023 regular monthly meeting date (6-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special meeting to consider six ordinances and one resolution, all pending Finance approval. The ordinances amend various 2022 budgets, authorize transfers from the General Fund's unassigned fund balance for a 2023 capital plan and copier/printer purchases, and amend the city's fund balance policy. The resolution sets the date for the January 2023 regular meeting.

• Transfer $1,000,000 from General Fund unassigned fund balance to Capital Projects Fund for 2023 vehicle purchases
• Transfer $353,000 for police vehicle purchases to carry over to next fiscal year
• Transfer $300,000 from General Fund contingency to Debt Service Fund
• Transfer $60,000 for new copiers and printers at City Hall
• Amend fund balance policy to allow up to 10% unassigned fund balance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several requests for site plan approvals, extensions, and changes of use. Items include a proposed 92-unit mixed-use building at 1 Monument Square and a redevelopment project at the Troy Atrium.

• Site Plan Approval Extension for 1 Monument Square (mixed-use building with 92 units)
• Conversion of 391 Third Street into a delicatessen
• 12-month Site Plan Approval Extension for 101-119 Country Garden Apartments (144 dwelling units)
• Change of Use for 908 River Street from a barber shop to a retail smoke shop
• Site Plan Review for the redevelopment of Troy Atrium into a 5-story building with 100 residential units

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a vacant apartment building renovation at 400 River Street and granted a site plan extension for Country Garden Apartments. The commission also recommended the Troy Atrium redevelopment proposal to the City Council and accepted materials for the Troy Housing Authority project. A proposal for a delicatessen at 391 Third Street was adjourned to the January meeting.

• Approved site plan and change of use for 400 River Street renovation (5-0)
• Granted site plan approval extension for 101-119 Country Garden Apartments (5-0)
• Recommended Troy Atrium redevelopment proposal to City Council (5-0)
• Accepted material recommendations for Troy Housing Authority Project (5-0)
• Adjourned 391 Third Street delicatessen proposal to January meeting (5-0)
• Adopted November 16th, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will meet to consider revisions to several job specifications, establish new positions for the Troy Housing Appointing Authority, and review multiple civil service exam announcements. The agenda includes both administrative items and the creation of new roles, indicating a focus on updating personnel classifications and filling vacancies.

• Establish new Director of Finance and Human Resources position for Troy Housing Appointing Authority
• Establish new Communications Specialist position for Troy Housing Appointing Authority
• Add Building Maintenance Supervisor and Family Self Sufficiency Program Coordinator positions for Troy Housing Appointing Authority
• Revise job specifications for Librarian I, Librarian II, Library Director, and Communications Specialist
• Review exam announcements for Firefighter, Battalion Fire Chief, and various housing authority positions

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering a series of ordinances to add unpaid water charges, solid waste fees, bulk pickup fees, garbage fines, vacant building fees, water/sewer shopwork charges, and demolition charges to 2023 property tax bills. They will also vote on resolutions to fund CDPHP Cycle, buy new police vehicles, and contract for document management services. The agenda includes several property-related items, such as reconveying foreclosed properties and settling a tax certiorari case.

• Ordinances to relevy unpaid water, solid waste, bulk pickup, garbage fines, vacant building, shopwork, and demolition charges onto 2023 tax bills
• Resolution to fund CDPHP Cycle via MOU with Capital District Transportation Authority
• Resolution to purchase new emergency response vehicles for Troy Police from Liberty Chevrolet and MHQ Vehicles
• Ordinance to settle tax certiorari with ARHC SPTRYNY01 LLC on 2022 assessment roll
• Ordinances to reconvey properties acquired by in rem foreclosure, including 669 Fifth Avenue

The City Council passed multiple ordinances to move unpaid city fees and charges onto 2023 property tax bills. The council also approved the purchase of new emergency response vehicles for the Troy Police Department and a settlement for tax certiorari proceedings.

• Approved relevy of unpaid water charges onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid solid waste management fees onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid bulk pickup fees and garbage fines onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid vacant building fees onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid water and sewer shopwork services onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid demolition charges onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved settlement of tax certiorari proceedings for Arhc Sptryny01 Llc (4-3)
• Approved purchase of new emergency response motor vehicles from Liberty Chevrolet and Mhq Vehicles (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a series of ordinances that would add unpaid water charges, solid waste fees, bulk pickup fees, garbage fines, vacant building fees, water/sewer shopwork charges, and demolition charges onto 2023 property tax bills. The council will also consider resolutions to fund CDPHP Cycle, purchase new police vehicles, and contract for document management services. All items are pending Finance Committee approval.

• Ordinance to relevy unpaid water charges onto 2023 tax bills (Schedule A lists hundreds of properties)
• Ordinance to relevy unpaid solid waste management fees onto 2023 tax bills
• Ordinance to relevy unpaid bulk pickup fees and garbage fines onto 2023 tax bills
• Resolution to fund CDPHP Cycle via MOU with Capital District Transportation Authority
• Resolution to purchase new emergency response vehicles for Troy Police from Liberty Chevrolet and MHQ Vehicles

The City Council passed several ordinances to move unpaid water, waste, and demolition charges onto 2023 property tax bills. The council also approved the purchase of new police emergency vehicles and a document management agreement for the Bureau of Vital Statistics.

• Approved relevy of unpaid water charges onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid solid waste management fees onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid bulk pickup fees and garbage fines onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid vacant building fees onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid water and sewer shopwork charges onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved relevy of unpaid demolition charges onto 2023 property tax bills (7-0)
• Approved settlement of tax certiorari proceedings for Arhc Sptryny01 Llc (4-3)
• Approved purchase of new emergency response motor vehicles for Troy Police Department (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a use variance for 234 5th Ave. The applicant seeks to convert a nonconforming three-family residential property into a four-family dwelling, requiring relief from density and parking requirements. The meeting will be held in-person with virtual attendance options.

• Use variance for 234 5th Ave to convert from three-family to four-family dwelling
• Density relief: 37 units per acre proposed vs. 12 required (25-unit relief)
• Parking relief: 3 spaces proposed vs. 4 required (1-space relief)
• Adoption of meeting minutes from November 2nd

The Zoning Board of Appeals met to act upon requests for approvals and appeals from the Bureau of Code Enforcement. The only substantive action recorded in the provided text was the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 2nd (4-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The board will consider proposed by-law amendments from Mayor Madden, discuss the complaint log and reporting process, and assign a member to maintain the ISB review form. New business includes clarifying term limits and preparing a slate of officers for 2023.

• Proposed amendments to by-laws (Mayor Madden)
• Discussion of complaint log and reporting process
• Assignment of member to maintain ISB review/reporting form
• Clarification of term limits for board members
• Nominating committee for 2023 prepares slate for new officers

The board accepted the November 2022 minutes and discussed proposed by-law revisions from Mayor Patrick Madden. Members discussed protocols for receiving complaint dates and the creation of an Arabic version of the compliment/complaint form.

• Accepted November 2022 meeting minutes
• Assigned Taneisha Harris to maintain the ISB Review/Reporting Form

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider a local law extending Zoning Board of Appeals term limits, budget amendments for 2022, and several appointments. A key item is a resolution endorsing a $3 million Restore New York grant for demolition and infrastructure at 1818 Fifth Avenue, owned by Troy 1818, LLC, to enable a four-story residential building. The council will also hold a public hearing on the grant application.

• Local law to allow Zoning Board of Appeals members to serve two consecutive five-year terms
• Ordinance amending 2022 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets, including $150,000 increase in Fire overtime and $100,000 increase in Workers' Compensation
• Ordinance amending General Fund and Capital Projects Fund budgets for DPW Salt Shed, adding $50,000
• Resolution to schedule public hearing for Restore New York grant application for 1818 Fifth Avenue
• Resolution approving $3 million Restore New York grant application for demolition and infrastructure at 1818 Fifth Avenue

The City Council passed ordinances to amend the General Fund, Garbage Fund, and Capital Projects Fund budgets. The council also approved a local law regarding Zoning Board of Appeals term limits and confirmed three appointments to city boards.

• Passed local law increasing maximum years Zoning Board of Appeals members may serve (7-0-0)
• Passed ordinance amending 2022 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets (7-0-0)
• Passed ordinance amending General Fund and Capital Projects Fund budgets (7-0-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Restore New York Communities Initiative Grant (7-0-0)
• Confirmed Jeff Betts as Chairperson of Troy Industrial Development Authority (7-0-0)
• Approved Kiani Conley-Wilson’s appointment to Troy Local Development Corporation (6-0-1)
• Appointed Heather Hamlin Martin to Board of Assessment Review (7-0-0)
• Authorized agreement with National Business Equipment & Supply for copiers and printers (7-0-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special meeting to take final votes on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, including adopting the Mayor's recommended budget or an amended version, and passing the ordinance that appropriates funds and levies property taxes. The council will also consider ordinances to increase water rates and Frear Park Golf Course fees, all of which are pending Finance Committee approval.

• Resolution adopting the Mayor's recommended 2023 budget with $79,802,659 General Fund appropriation
• Ordinance levying $27,823,514 in property taxes for FY 2023
• Ordinance increasing water rate to $4.032 per 1,000 gallons (from $3.632)
• Ordinance increasing Frear Park Golf Course season pass and daily fees
• Sewer rate maintained at $3.232 per 1,000 gallons by reducing percentage of water rate

The City Council approved the budget and property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2023. The council also passed ordinances to amend the city code and establish new water and sewer rates.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 216 of the Troy City Code (7-0)
• Approved new water and sewer rates for the Department of Public Utilities (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023 budget appropriations and property tax levy (5-2)
• Approved Mayor’s recommended FY 2023 budget (4-3)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special finance meeting to consider the FY 2023 budget, including a resolution to adopt the mayor's recommended budget or an amended version. The council will also vote on ordinances to set the property tax levy, increase water and sewer rates, and raise fees at the Frear Park Municipal Golf Course. These actions are required to fund city operations for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Resolution adopting the mayor's recommended FY 2023 budget with appropriations of $79,802,659 in the General Fund, $5,429,380 in the Garbage Fund, $13,268,998 in the Water Fund, $3,774,072 in the Sewer Fund, and $6,483,629 in the Debt Service Fund
• Ordinance levying $27,823,514 in property taxes on all taxable property in Troy for FY 2023
• Ordinance increasing water rates to $4.032 per 1,000 gallons and adjusting sewer rates to 80% of the water rate, effective January 1, 2023
• Ordinance increasing Frear Park Golf Course fees, including season passes (resident single pass from $950 to $1,200) and daily 18-hole rates (resident from $24 to $25)
• Public forum and pledge of allegiance at the start of the meeting

The Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and the corresponding property tax levy. New water and sewer rates were established, and an ordinance amending Chapter 216 of the City Code was passed. Several budget amendments regarding staff vacancies and salary increases were also decided.

• Approved Ordinance Amending Chapter 216 Of The Troy City Code (7-0-0)
• Approved new water and sewer rates (7-0-0)
• Approved FY 2023 budget appropriation and property tax levy (6-1-0)
• Denied motion to leave Deputy Director of Public Information vacant (3-4)
• Denied motion to leave Principal Account Clerk vacant (3-4)
• Approved motion to leave Health & Safety Coordinator vacant (4-3)
• Denied motion to leave Senior Parking Enforcement Officer vacant (3-4)
• Denied motion to leave Housing Compliance Clerk vacant (3-4)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a Phase I environmental study for a property in North Central. The board also reviewed the 2023 budget and financial statements.

• Approved CT Male for Phase I environmental study of North Central property ($2,000 with $1,000 contingency)
• Authorized Phase II environmental studies up to $50,000
• Adopted the 2023 Budget
• Sperry Building Restore NY application fee: $1,000
• Kings Landing project awaiting revised application following planning commission approval

The board approved an initial project resolution for Kings Commons II, LLC to develop a five-story building with 52 apartment units and 600 square feet of retail space. The board also approved the agency's financial statements as of October 31, 2022. A public hearing will be scheduled to discuss sales tax, mortgage recording tax, and PILOT terms.

• Approved initial project resolution for Kings Commons II, LLC
• Approved financial statements as of October 31, 2022
• Approved amended minutes from September 16, 2022

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda: approving minutes from the October 28, 2022 meeting, hearing the executive director's report, reviewing financials, and adjourning. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed for this session.

• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2022 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financials review
• Adjournment

The board approved the meeting minutes from October 28, 2022, and the financial statements for October 2022. The Executive Director reported a $10,000 fee from Trinity Healthcare Partners and noted a potential repayment extension request regarding a preservation loan.

• Approved October 28, 2022 minutes (Latasha Gardner abstained)
• Approved October 2022 financial statements

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation's Audit and Finance Committee will review minutes from its April 1, 2022 meeting and discuss the 2023 budget draft, which includes revenue and expenditure projections. The committee will make a recommendation on the budget to the full board. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• 2023 Budget Discussion and Recommendation
• Minutes from April 1, 2022 meeting
• 2023 budget draft shows total revenues of $443,628 and total expenditures of $335,840, with contributions over expenditures of $107,788
• Budget notes IDA sharing at 50% of fee, PILOT from County Waste, and sale of Alamo

The Audit and Finance Committee approved the cy2023 budget. The budget includes changes regarding rent increases for County Waste, BSM Banquet Loan payments, and non-operating revenue from the County Waste PILOT and the sale of Federal Street property.

• Approved cy2023 budget
• Certified April 1, 2022 minutes as accurate by acting secretary due to lack of quorum

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will consider approving the sale of the Alamo property at 3000 Main Street to the City of Troy for $115,000, with proceeds used to pay down a HUD loan. The board will also vote on assigning a solar lease at 77 Water Street to a new company, adopt the 2023 budget, and discuss other property and financial matters.

• Sale of Alamo property (3000 Main Street) to City of Troy for $115,000
• Assignment of solar lease at 77 Water Street from Monolith Solar to SL Empire Solar I LLC
• 2023 budget adoption
• Executive session for property disposition negotiations
• Financial report as of August 31, 2022: assets $2,633,137, fund balance $2,004,831

The board approved the transfer of the 'Alamo' property at 3000 Main Street to the City of Troy for $115,000. The board also approved reassigning a solar lease agreement to SL Empire Solar I LLC and approved the October financial statements.

• Approved transfer of 3000 Main Street (Alamo) to City of Troy for $115,000 (3-0)
• Approved reassignment of solar lease from Monolith Solar to SL Empire Solar I LLC (3-0)
• Approved October financial statements showing total assets of $2,914,847 (3-0)
• Approved entry into executive session to discuss real estate (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on several major development proposals, including a 123-unit senior housing facility and rock-climbing gym on River Street's Bargain Block, plus a 100-unit residential building at the Troy Atrium. Other items include converting a former dental office into a real estate office, a barber shop into a smoke shop, a vacant space into a bakery, and renovating a vacant apartment building in the Historic District. The Commission will also consider a subdivision of a 6-unit building by the Troy Community Land Bank and a parking lot for Redburn Development.

• PLPC 2021 0034 – Bargain Block: 123-unit senior housing at 549 River Street, rock-climbing gym at Flanigan Square, and loading dock at 558 River Street; applicant requests 2nd 6-month extension
• PLPC 2022 0078 – Troy Atrium/0 Fourth Street: 5-story, 26,910 sq. ft. building with 100 multi-family residential units and parking
• PLPC 2022 0102 – 301 Hoosick Street: convert former dental office into real estate office
• PLPC 2022 0103 – 908 River Street: convert former barber shop into retail smoke shop
• PLPC 2022 0104 – 340 Congress Street: convert vacant space into a bakery

The Planning Commission approved a consent agenda including three change-of-use requests and two site/subdivision reviews. A renovation project at 400 River Street was approved with a specific condition regarding a planter wall. A request to convert a barber shop into a smoke shop was tabled.

• Approved conversion of 301 Hoosick Street from dental office to real estate office (6-0)
• Approved conversion of 340 Congress Street into a bakery (6-0)
• Approved subdivision of 3209-3211 Seventh Avenue into 2 parcels (5-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved 2nd 6-month extension for rock-climbing gym and senior housing at 545, 549, and 558 River Street (6-0)
• Approved renovation of 400 River Street with condition for a 3-4 ft knee wall planter (6-0)
• Tabled change of use for 908 River Street from barber shop to smoke shop
• Adopted October 19th, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider approving several new positions across city departments, including the school district, housing authority, and public library. They will also review exam announcements and establish eligible lists for various civil service titles.

• Six additional Laborers for Troy School District
• One Assistant Public Housing Specialist and one Maintenance Helper for Troy Housing Authority
• Two Library Associates and one Library Assistant for Troy Public Library
• New Lease Compliance Officer and Building Maintenance Supervisor for Troy Housing Authority
• Review exams for Purchasing Agent (#64236) and Computer Network Manager (#20225)

The Commission approved the establishment of multiple new positions for the Troy School District, Troy Housing Authority, and Troy Public Library. The board also approved two exam announcements and two eligible lists for competitive hiring.

• Approved 6 additional Laborers for Troy School District (3-0)
• Approved 1 Assistant Public Housing Specialist and 1 Maintenance Helper for Troy Housing Authority (3-0)
• Approved 2 Library Associates and 1 Library Assistant for Troy Public Library (3-0)
• Approved 1 School Monitor for Troy School District (3-0)
• Approved 1 Lease Compliance Officer and 1 Building Maintenance Supervisor for Troy Housing Authority (3-0)
• Approved exam announcements for Purchasing Agent (#64236) and Computer Network Manager (#20225) (3-0)
• Established 4-year eligible lists for Senior Automotive Mechanic (#66583) and Fire Equipment Mechanic (#68556) (3-0)
• Approved revision to Radio Dispatcher job specification (3-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board will discuss proposed amendments to its bylaws, a new format for reviewing Internal Security Bureau cases and maintaining disposition reports, and a revised format for board minutes. Members will also review the online complaint form and discuss term limits, a nominating committee for 2023 officers, and the 2024 budget.

• Discuss proposed amendments to bylaws
• Review new format for ISB case reviews and disposition report maintenance
• Address revised format for board minutes
• Comments on online complaint form
• Discussion of term limits for board members

The board approved the adoption of official forms for reviewing closed investigations and the format for monthly meeting minutes. Discussion regarding bylaw amendments was delayed until December.

• Approved adoption of review forms for closed investigations
• Approved format for official meeting minutes
• Delayed discussion of bylaw amendments until December

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering an ordinance to reduce building permit fees for the Taylor I Housing Project at River and Congress Streets from an estimated $300,000 to $175,000. The reduction is intended to ensure the project's financial stability due to inflation and rising construction costs. The developer, Pennrose, and the Troy Housing Authority requested the fee reduction. The meeting also includes a review of the Comptroller's third quarter report and a public forum.

• Ordinance to reduce building permit fees for Taylor I Housing Project to $175,000 (estimated fees were over $300,000)
• Taylor I Housing Project located at River and Congress Streets
• Developer Pennrose deferring developer fees for 15 years
• Comptroller's review of 3rd quarter report
• Public forum

The City Council passed an ordinance to reduce building permit fees for the construction of the Taylor I Housing Project. The City Comptroller also presented the 3rd Quarter Report.

• Approved reduced building permit fees for Taylor I Housing Project (6-0-1)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation. No substantive policy decisions, public hearings, or financial actions are listed for discussion.

• Regular agenda (revised) for November 3, 2022
• Signed legislation document

The City Council approved the purchase of 3000 Main Street and authorized several budget amendments to accept federal and state grants. The council also approved funding appropriations from the American Rescue Plan Act and reduced permit fees for the Taylor I Housing Project.

• Approved purchase of 3000 Main Street from Troy Local Development Corporation (7-0-0)
• Approved reduced building permit fees for Taylor I Housing Project (6-0-1)
• Approved appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funding across three separate ordinances (6-0-1)
• Approved trade-in of surplus Troy Police Department handguns (7-0-0)
• Approved budget amendments for paramedic training, police equipment, and violence against women grants (7-0-0)
• Approved budget amendments for General, Water, Sewer, and Capital Projects funds (7-0-0)
• Authorized public hearings for Proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2022 to amend City Charter (7-0-0)
• Authorized Bureau of Surplus Property to accept more applications for city-owned parcels (5-0-2)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on November 2, 2022, to consider an area variance for two business signs at 429 River Street. The applicant requests relief of 11 square feet from the 100 sq ft maximum total sign area. The board will also adopt minutes from the October 12 meeting.

• Area variance for two signs at 429 River St: one above second-floor river façade, one on River St façade
• Total proposed sign area is 111 sq ft, exceeding the 100 sq ft limit by 11 sq ft
• Public may attend in person or virtually; written comments due 6 hours before meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for Jose Theoktisto to install two business signs at 429 River St. The approval allows for a total signage area of 111 sq ft, exceeding the 100 sq ft limit by 11 sq ft.

• Approved Meeting Minutes from October 12 (5-0)
• Approved Negative Declaration (SEQR) for 429 River St (5-0)
• Approved area variance for sign above facade and maximum total sign area at 429 River St (5-0)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Audit & Finance Committee will review and discuss the 2023 draft budget and may make a recommendation. The agenda also includes approval of the April 1, 2022 meeting minutes. The draft budget shows projected revenues and expenditures, including salaries, professional services, and debt payments.

• 2023 draft budget discussion and recommendation
• Approval of April 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Budget includes $135,964 annually for debt principal payments
• Professional service contracts include LaBella ($30,600), GEO ($100K), CHA Sperry
• Projected cash balance grows from $601,403 in 2023 to $623,547 by 2027

The committee approved the 2023 budget, which projects $201,500 in total revenue and a deficiency of $134,944 for the year. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 1, 2022.

• Approved April 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved CY2023 budget

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, review the 2023 budget, discuss the North Central Project (CT Male Phase 1), consider a Restore NY application, and review financials. The agenda includes both routine items and a proposed $2,000 environmental investigation contract with a $50,000 contingency for Phase 2 work.

• 2023 Budget review
• North Central Project – CT Male Phase 1 environmental investigation ($2,000 quote, $1,000 contingency, up to $50,000 for Phase 2)
• Restore NY application (up to $3 million for Sperry Warehouse demolition/remediation)
• Financials as of August 31, 2022: $1,054,484.88 in assets, $916,584 cash, no liabilities

The board adopted the 2023 budget as approved by the Audit and Finance Committee. It also authorized an environmental study for a property in North Central and approved the agency's financial statements as of September 30, 2022.

• Approved amended minutes from September 16, 2022
• Adopted 2023 Budget
• Approved CT Male for Phase I environmental study in North Central up to $2,000 with $1,000 contingency
• Authorized Phase II environmental study for North Central property up to $50,000
• Approved financial statements as presented

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee of the Troy Capital Resource Corporation will meet to approve minutes from its April 1, 2022 meeting and discuss and recommend a 2023 budget. The draft 2023 budget shows projected revenues of $3,100 and expenditures of $69,560, with a projected deficit of $66,460, funded by existing cash reserves. The committee will also consider the 2023 budget's multi-year projections through 2027.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2022 meeting
• 2023 budget discussion and recommendation
• Draft 2023 budget: $3,100 revenue, $69,560 expenditures, $66,460 deficit
• Professional service contracts budgeted at $19,560 for 2023
• Grants and donations budgeted at $50,000 for 2023

The Audit and Finance Committee approved the 2023 budget and recommended it to the full board for adoption. The budget includes $50,000 earmarked for grants and expects income from annual bond fees paid by RPI.

• Approved minutes from April 1, 2022 meeting
• Approved 2023 Budget and recommended to full board for adoption

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to approve the 2023 budget as recommended by the Audit & Finance Committee, hear the Executive Director's report, and review financial statements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the September 16, 2022 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall.

• 2023 Budget Adoption as recommended by Audit & Finance Committee
• Executive Director's Report
• Financials review
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2022 board meeting

The board approved the 2023 budget as recommended by the Audit and Finance Committee. Financial statements as of September 30, 2022, were approved, showing total assets of $434,918.67. The board also approved the minutes from the September 16, 2022 meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 Budget as recommended by Audit and Finance Committee
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The Troy City Council will vote on multiple budget amendments to accept federal and state grants, including a $702,545 Homeland Security grant for paramedic training. They will also consider purchasing the property at 3000 Main Street ("The Alamo"), waiving building permit fees for the Taylor I housing project, and declaring police handguns as surplus for trade-in. Several resolutions schedule public hearings and authorize surplus property applications.

• Accept $702,545 federal grant for paramedic training (ORD53)
• Accept funds for police equipment from NYS Homeland Security (ORD54, ORD60)
• Authorize purchase of 3000 Main Street "The Alamo" from Troy LDC (ORD63)
• Waive building permit fees for Taylor I housing project (ORD62)
• Declare police handguns surplus for trade-in (ORD64)

The City Council approved several ordinances to accept federal and state grants for paramedic training, police equipment, and violence against women programs. The council also authorized the purchase of 3000 Main Street and approved various American Rescue Plan Act funding allocations. A proposal to waive building permit fees for the Taylor I Housing Project was denied.

• Approved purchase of real property at 3000 Main Street (6-0-0)
• Denied waiver of building permit fees for Taylor I Housing Project
• Approved funds for paramedic certifications from US Dept of Homeland Security (6-0-0)
• Approved funds for police equipment from NYS Division of Homeland Security (6-0-0)
• Approved grant funds from US Dept of Justice Office on Violence Against Women (6-0-0)
• Approved trade-in of surplus Troy Police Department handguns (6-0-0)
• Approved ARPA funding allocations for General and Special Grants funds (various votes)
• Proclaimed November 2022 as Epilepsy Awareness Month (6-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on October 19, 2022, to consider several site plan reviews and a change of use. Notable items include the redevelopment of the Troy Atrium into a 5-story building with 68 apartments, a new 4-story apartment building at 1818 Fifth Avenue, and a daycare conversion at 315 2nd Avenue.

• Troy Atrium redevelopment: 26,910 sq ft, 5-story building with 100 residential units and parking (Bryce Properties, LLC)
• 1818 Fifth Avenue: 4-story, 55,000 sq ft building with 70 apartments (The Rosenblum Companies)
• 315 2nd Avenue: conversion of former doctor's office to daycare for up to 44 children (Lansingburgh Nursery & Pre-School)
• 487 Campbell Avenue: 3-story residential building with 12 two-bedroom apartments and 28 parking spaces (Nick Riggione)
• 79 11th Street: parking lot construction for ancillary parking (Redburn Development)

The commission approved an amended site plan for a 12-unit apartment building at 487 Campbell Avenue, with conditions for landscaping. They also approved a change of use for a daycare at 315 2nd Avenue, subject to easement review. A parking lot proposal at 79 11th Street was tabled until November. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved amended site plan for 12-unit apartment at 487 Campbell Ave with landscaping condition (6-0)
• Approved change of use for daycare at 315 2nd Ave, subject to Corporation Counsel easement review (6-0)
• Tabled parking lot proposal at 79 11th Street until November 16th meeting (6-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes from August 17 and September 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including driveway at 868 Eighth Ave and garage extension at 37 First Street (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider minutes from its September 20 meetings and review several civil service exam announcements for various city positions. They will also consider a revision to the job specification for Housing Compliance Clerk.

• Review open competitive exam for Junior Administrative Assistant, Exam #69835
• Review open competitive exam for Traffic Control Supervisor, Exam #69469
• Review promotional exam for Traffic Control Supervisor, Exam #73463
• Review open competitive exams for Secretary I (Exam #2204) and Library Assistant (Exam #2203)
• Consider revision to Housing Compliance Clerk job specification

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to decide on a proposal to convert commercial space into residential units. The board will also vote to adopt minutes from the August 3rd meeting.

• Special Use Permit for 487 Campbell Ave to convert first-floor commercial space into three residential units (total of 12 units)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit for 487 Campbell Ave to convert the first-floor commercial space into three residential units, bringing the total to 12 units. The board also issued a negative declaration under SEQR for this unlisted action. Both motions passed 4-0. The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 PM.

• Approved minutes from September 7 meeting (4-0)
• Issued Negative Declaration (SEQR) for unlisted action at 487 Campbell Ave (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for residences below second floor at 487 Campbell Ave (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:14 PM (4-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting. The agenda includes review of signed legislation and an amended proposed 2023 budget, with notice of related budget meetings. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review of signed legislation (10-11-SPECIAL-SIGNED-LEGISLATION.PDF)
• Amended proposed 2023 budget meetings notice

The Troy City Council approved two resolutions at a brief special meeting. The first set dates for public hearings on the Mayor's 2023 recommended budget. The second endorsed a grant application to the Empire State Development Corporation for the Restore NY Communities Initiative.

• Approved resolution setting public hearing dates for 2023 budget (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution endorsing Restore NY Communities Initiative grant application (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The Troy City Council is deciding whether to authorize the sale of 18 city-owned surplus properties to named bidders, and whether to approve two payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreements for low-income housing projects. The agenda also includes a resolution to appoint a Commissioner of Deeds. The property sales and PILOT agreements are the main substantive items.

• Ordinance to sell 18 city-owned parcels, including 1003 Ninth Ave ($25,000), 846 Second Ave ($25,000), and 761.5 Pawling Ave ($20,000)
• Resolution to approve a 40-year PILOT agreement with T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates for a 40-unit low-income housing project
• Resolution to approve a PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates
• Resolution to appoint a Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy

The Troy City Council Finance Committee approved two payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements for TRIP Redevelopment Associates and Hillside Redevelopment Associates, each by a 4-2 vote. A motion to table the first resolution failed. The council also unanimously appointed a Commissioner of Deeds.

• Approved PILOT agreement with TRIP Redevelopment Associates (4-2)
• Approved PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates (4-2)
• Motion to table first PILOT agreement failed (2-4)
• Appointed Commissioner of Deeds (6-0)

City Council

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

The Troy City Council approved a series of budget amendments and property-related ordinances, including the sale of city-owned parcels via the proposal sale application method, with 159 10th Street removed from the list. Two payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements for T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates and Hillside Redevelopment Associates passed 4-2. A commissioner of deeds was also appointed.

• Approved sale of city-owned parcels via proposal sale method, amended to remove 159 10th St. (6-0)
• Approved amendment to 2022 Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund budget for LISC grant (6-0)
• Approved two Capital Projects Fund budget amendments (6-0 each)
• Approved amendments to 2022 General, Garbage, Water, Sewer, and Debt Service Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved appropriation of NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee funds for Child Passenger Safety Program (6-0)
• Approved appropriation of NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee funds for Police Traffic Services (6-0)
• Approved fund transfers within 2022 General, Garbage, and Water Funds (6-0)
• Approved PILOT agreement with T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates (4-2)

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board will review a report and video footage regarding Captain Conyers in case file ISB 22-11. The board will also discuss proposed by-law amendments and a development orientation program for new members.

• Review of report and video footage for case file ISB 22-11 (Captain Conyers)
• Discussion of proposed amendments to by-laws
• Development Orientation program for new members

The board reached substantial agreement on proposed bylaw amendments but postponed a vote until missing details are clarified. Mayor Madden will ask corporation counsel about redaction requirements. The board agreed with the outcomes of investigations in Cases ISB 22-11 and ISB 22-08 after reviewing camera data. No formal votes were taken on any item.

• Postponed action on bylaw amendments pending clarification of missing details
• Agreed with outcome of Case ISB 22-11 investigation (unanimous)
• Agreed with outcome of Case ISB 22-08 investigation (unanimous, from September meeting)

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider a batch of ordinances and resolutions, most notably authorizing the sale of 30 city-owned parcels via the proposal sale method, with bids ranging from $0 to $51,050. The council will also vote on a resolution to accept the 2021 financial audit, and on several budget amendments, including a major change to how debt payments are accounted for across city funds. A public forum on the Lansingburgh Historic District is also scheduled.

• Sale of 30 city-owned parcels, including 1003 Ninth Ave ($25,000 bid), 112 M Street ($51,050), and 846 Second Ave ($25,000)
• Resolution accepting 2021 financial audit by Bonadio Group
• Ordinance amending debt service accounting across General, Garbage, Water, Sewer, and Debt Service funds
• Ordinance appropriating $36,000 LISC grant for Building Blocks software
• Ordinance appropriating $110,000 for mobile traffic lights via CHIPs reimbursement

The City Council unanimously accepted the 2021 financial audit and approved multiple budget amendments. Two payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements for redevelopment projects were tabled after motions by Council President Mantello. The council also amended a property sale ordinance to remove several parcels from the list.

• Accepted 2021 Financial Audit and single audits (7-0)
• Approved 10 budget amendments and fund transfers (7-0 each)
• Tabled PILOT agreement with T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates (6-1)
• Tabled PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates (6-1)
• Amended property sale ordinance to remove 5 properties (5-0-2 abstain)
• Further amended to remove 2 more properties (6-1)
• Adopted ARPA accounting and legislative procedures (7-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Sperry Building demolition grant (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously (7-0) on three items: an ordinance adopting American Rescue Plan accounting and legislative procedures, a resolution accepting the 2021 financial audit and single audits by The Bonadio Group, and a resolution authorizing a public hearing for a Restore New York grant to demolish and remediate the Sperry Building site. No public comments were made, and the meeting lasted four minutes.

• Adopted ARPA accounting and legislative procedures (7-0)
• Accepted 2021 financial and single audits by The Bonadio Group (7-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Restore New York grant for Sperry Building demolition (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plans for residential and commercial developments. Key items include proposals for new apartment buildings and changes to the use of existing commercial spaces.

• Proposal for 100 multi-family residential units at 0 Fourth Street (Troy Atrium)
• Proposal for a 5-story building with 42 apartments and rehabilitation of 3 buildings at Kings Landing II
• Habitat for Humanity request to subdivide 4 vacant lots into 4 row homes at 806-814 River Street
• Change of use for vacant commercial space to a taproom at 251 River Street
• Site plan review for a non-intensive medical facility at 898 Second Ave

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 5-story, 18,206 sq. ft. building with 42 apartment units and rehabilitation of 3 existing buildings for 10 additional units at Kings Landing II. The commission also approved a site plan for a Well Now medical facility at 898 Second Ave with sidewalk and curb ramp stipulations, and a site plan for a gas station convenience store at 885 Fifth Avenue with landscaping and sidewalk requirements. A proposal for the Troy Atrium redevelopment was tabled to the October meeting.

• Approved Kings Landing II site plan for 5-story building with 42 units and 10 restored units (5-0)
• Approved Well Now medical facility at 898 Second Ave with sidewalk and curb ramp stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Casa Blanca Realty gas station/convenience store at 885 Fifth Ave with landscaping and sidewalk stipulations (5-0)
• Approved 520 Fifth Avenue used car sales and repair site plan (vote tally not recorded)
• Approved consent agenda including 102 Fourth St, 251 River St, 806-814 River St, and 26 New Turnpike Rd (5-0)
• Tabled Troy Atrium redevelopment proposal to October 19th meeting (5-0)
• Elected Roddy Yagan as Chairman of the Planning Commission (4-0)
• Postponed adoption of August 17th meeting minutes to October

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is holding a public hearing to consider three amendments to the Civil Service Rules. These include adding a new title for Director of Equity and Inclusion, renaming an existing housing authority position, and updating probationary term rules. The commission will decide on these changes at this meeting.

• Add Director of Equity and Inclusion to Appendix B (Non-Competitive Class Titles)
• Rename Executive Secretary-Troy Housing Authority to Executive Director-Troy Housing Authority in Appendix A (Exempt Class Titles)
• Amend Rule XIV Probationary Term, Section 1 (e) and (f)

The Troy Civil Service Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved three resolutions amending the Civil Service Rules. The changes add the title of Director of Equity and Inclusion to the non-competitive class, rename the Executive Secretary of the Troy Housing Authority to Executive Director in the exempt class, and update probationary term rules. No public comments were offered.

• Approved adding Director of Equity and Inclusion to Non-Competitive Class Titles (unanimous)
• Approved renaming Executive Secretary to Executive Director of Troy Housing Authority in Exempt Class Titles (unanimous)
• Approved amending Probationary Term rule Section 1(e) and (f) (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider minutes, review exam announcements for parking and communications roles, and vote on job specification revisions, including removing 'Regionally Accredited' from minimum qualifications. It will also consider establishing new positions for the school district and city, and amending civil service rules.

• Review promotional exam for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer #75942
• Review open competitive exam for Communications Specialist #64752
• Revise job specification for Firefighter
• Establish one additional Police Captain for City of Troy
• Add Non-Competitive title: Director of Equity and Inclusion

The Troy Civil Service Commission unanimously approved minutes, exam announcements for parking and communications positions, revisions to job specifications, and several administrative changes. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved minutes of June 22 and August 16, 2022 meetings (3-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer, Exam #75942 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Senior Parking Enforcement Officer, Exam #62394 (3-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Parking Operations Supervisor, Exam #73688 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Parking Operations Supervisor, Exam #63685 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Communications Specialist, Exam #64752 (3-0)
• Approved revisions to job specifications for Data Communication Analyst and Firefighter (3-0)
• Approved removal of 'Regionally Accredited' from minimum qualifications in all applicable job specifications (3-0)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold a regular board meeting on September 16, 2022, to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, discuss the 2023 budget for adoption in October, consider an initial project resolution for 155 River Front LLC, review financials, and discuss the North Central Project. The agenda includes routine administrative items and project-specific actions.

• 2023 Budget discussion for October adoption
• Initial Project Resolution - 155 River Front LLC
• Executive Director's Report
• Financials review
• North Central Project discussion

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved an initial project resolution for 155 River Front LLC to redevelop a long-vacant building at 155 River Street into 22 market-rate apartments and commercial space. The resolution authorizes a public hearing and contemplates financial assistance including sales tax exemption, mortgage recording tax exemption, and a potential PILOT agreement. The board also approved the August 19, 2022 meeting minutes and the August financials, and entered executive session to discuss real estate matters, returning with no action taken.

• Approved initial project resolution for 155 River Front LLC to redevelop 155 River Street into 22 market-rate apartments and commercial space (Resolution 09/22 #1).
• Approved regular board meeting minutes from August 19, 2022 (Josh Chiappone abstained).
• Approved financials as presented for August 2022 (Josh Chiappone abstained).
• Entered executive session at 10:29 a.m. to discuss real estate matters; returned at 10:58 a.m. with no action taken.
• Adjourned the regular board meeting at 10:58 a.m.

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss the 2023 budget ahead of adoption in October. The agenda also includes a review of financials. The meeting is a regular board session with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2022 board meeting
• Executive Director's report on King Fuels remediation, DRI projects, Sperry Building, Alamo, and BSM Banquet loan
• 2023 Budget discussion for October adoption
• Financial review as of April 30, 2022: total assets $2,807,123.31, cash $111,999.14, liabilities $841,743.44, fund balance $1,965,388.87

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the May 20, 2022 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of August 31, 2022. The board discussed the status of property sales (Alamo and King Fuels) and reviewed a draft budget, but did not adopt it; adoption is expected at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from May 20, 2022 regular board meeting
• Approved financial statements as presented (as of August 31, 2022)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to approve minutes from the August 19, 2022 meeting, hear the Executive Director's report, review financials, and discuss the 2023 budget, which is slated for adoption in October. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the main substantive item.

• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2022 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financials review
• 2023 Budget discussion for October adoption

The Troy Capital Resource Committee approved minutes from August 19, 2022, and financial statements for July 2022, with Josh Chiappone abstaining from both votes. The board discussed the 1st Avenue Riverwalk project, a loan delay to the Local Development Corporation due to pending property sales, and reviewed a draft 2023 budget that must be adopted by October 31. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved August 19, 2022 minutes (Josh Chiappone abstained)
• Approved financial statements as presented (Josh Chiappone abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:00 AM

Police Objective Review Board

The board will discuss three by-law amendments and the development of a new member orientation program. Members will also review report and video footage for ISB case files 22-8 and 22-11.

• Discussion of three by-law amendments
• Development of orientation program for new members
• Review of ISB 22-8 report and video footage
• Review of investigative report for ISB case file 22-11

The Troy Police Objective Review Board met on September 12, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so it functioned only in an advisory capacity and made no formal decisions. Members reviewed May meeting minutes, discussed proposed bylaw amendments for October, and planned for a guest workshop with the Kaleel Jamison Group. Captain Conyers showed camera footage related to a spring complaint (Case 22-08). The board adjourned to October 3, 2022.

• No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum
• Reviewed May meeting minutes
• Discussed proposed bylaw amendments for October meeting
• Scheduled Kaleel Jamison Group to attend October meeting
• Requested members list topics for new member orientation
• Viewed camera footage for Case 22-08

City Council

The Troy City Council approved a settlement of tax certiorari proceedings with KeyBank National Association by a 5-2 vote. The council also unanimously confirmed an appointment to the Troy Industrial Development Authority, appointed a Commissioner of Deeds, expanded the Fire Station #6 Rehabilitation Project scope and expenditure, and authorized a contract with Special Event Promotions LLC for the Troy Turkey Trot.

• Approved settlement of tax certiorari with KeyBank National Association (5-2)
• Confirmed appointment to Troy Industrial Development Authority (7-0)
• Appointed a Commissioner of Deeds (7-0)
• Authorized expanding Fire Station #6 Rehabilitation Project scope and additional expenditure (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Special Event Promotions LLC for Troy Turkey Trot management (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council passed all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda, including establishing new council district boundaries, amending the 2022 budget, and approving a tax certiorari settlement with KeyBank. All votes were 6-0 or 7-0, with Council Member Figueroa absent for most items.

• Approved ordinance establishing six council district boundaries (6-0)
• Approved 2022 General Fund budget amendment (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of NYS funds for gun violence elimination (6-0)
• Approved declaring city property surplus for sale/disposal (6-0)
• Approved fund transfers within General and Water Funds (6-0)
• Approved KeyBank tax certiorari settlement (4-2)
• Approved resolution for EPA brownfield consultant (6-0)
• Approved contract with Special Event Promotions LLC for Troy Turkey Trot (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider several variance requests for property uses and constructions. Items include a boutique storefront, multi-family residential conversions, and new building developments.

• 274 4th St: Use variance requested to operate a boutique
• 257 3rd St: Area variances requested to convert a three-family property into a six-family property
• 898 2nd: Area variances requested for a Well Now facility construction
• 806-814 River St: Area variances requested for four single family homes on four lots
• 1011 2nd Ave: Area variances requested for three multi-family apartment buildings

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals denied area variances sought by developer Kevin Vandenburgh for a 231-unit apartment complex at 1011 2nd Avenue. The variances would have allowed building heights of 50 feet and a density of 25.6 units per acre, exceeding the 40-foot height limit and 8-unit-per-acre density cap in the P Planned Development district. The board's decision followed extensive public opposition citing environmental, archaeological, and community character concerns.

• Denied area variances for 1011 2nd Avenue (PLZBA 2022 0089) for increased building height and density
• Denied variance for 898 2nd Avenue (PLZBA 2022 0090) for setback waiver and pylon sign
• Approved variance for Tiffany's boutique at unspecified location (PLZBA 2022 0072) after determining boutique is an allowed use in R4 zone

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is meeting to consider authorizing up to $50,000 for professional services related to a proposed district geothermal energy loop in downtown Troy. The agenda includes a resolution to engage LaBella Associates for a topographic and utility survey, along with approval of minutes, an executive director's report, and financials. The geothermal project aims to reduce energy costs and create a revenue stream for the city.

• Resolution to authorize up to $50,000 for geothermal feasibility services, with LaBella contract not to exceed $30,600
• Survey area bounded by Hudson River, Broadway, and 3rd/River Streets, including Riverfront Park
• NYSERDA awarded $4 million for Riverfront Park geothermal loop implementation in March 2022
• Discussion of Sperry Building engineering study and Restore NY grant application for site remediation
• Approval of July 15, 2022 minutes and financials showing $1,060,231 in assets

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved two major projects: creation of a downtown geothermal district energy system with a $30,600 survey contract to LaBella, and a $236,980 study and design contract to CHA for redevelopment of the Sperry Warehouse site in South Troy. Both motions passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor. The board also approved July 2022 meeting minutes and financial statements.

• Approved creation of geothermal district project area and $30,600 LaBella survey contract (unanimous)
• Approved $236,980 CHA contract for Sperry Warehouse redevelopment study and design (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Gulli and Fitch abstained)
• Approved financial statements as of July 31, 2022 (unanimous)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will hold a regular meeting on August 19, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 15 meeting, an executive director's report, and a review of financials. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2022 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financial review

The board reviewed and approved the July 2022 financial statements, showing total assets of $434,307.93 and a monthly deficit of $7,098.73. The 1st Avenue project may be postponed to next year due to ADA-compliant corners being a higher priority. A loan to the city for the Alamo sale remains pending.

• Approved July 2022 financial statements as presented (motion carried, no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:57 a.m. (motion carried)

City Council

The Troy City Council unanimously passed six budget amendments, including accepting state funds for gun violence elimination and allocating American Rescue Plan Act money. They also approved new council district boundaries, declared surplus city property for sale, and ratified the fire chief's employment contract. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent.

• Approved 2022 General Fund budget amendment (6-0)
• Accepted NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services funds for Gun Involved Violence Elimination (6-0)
• Allocated American Rescue Plan Act funding to General and Capital Projects funds (6-0)
• Declared city-owned personal property as surplus and authorized sale/disposal (6-0)
• Established boundaries for six council districts (6-0)
• Transferred funds within General Fund and Water Fund (6-0)
• Authorized hiring of environmental engineering consultant for EPA brownfield grant (6-0)
• Ratified employment contract for Fire Department Chief (6-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council held a special meeting on August 18, 2022, and passed four items unanimously (6-0, with one member absent). They allocated American Rescue Plan Act funding to the General and Capital Projects Funds, recognized a resident's 90th birthday, confirmed Andrew M. Piotrowski as City Comptroller, and authorized an employment contract for the Fire Department Chief.

• Passed ordinance amending General Fund and Capital Projects Fund to allocate ARPA funding (6-0)
• Passed resolution recognizing 90th birthday of Earnestine Ross-Hampton (6-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Andrew M. Piotrowski as City Comptroller (6-0)
• Authorized and ratified employment contract for Fire Department Chief (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plan requests and changes of use. Key items include proposals for new residential units and medical facilities, as well as school and commercial renovations.

• Troy Atrium/0 Fourth Street: Proposal for a 5-story building with 100 multi-family residential units
• Kings Landing II: Proposal for a 5-story building with 42 apartments and rehabilitation of 3 buildings for 10 more units
• Emma Willard School (285 Pawling Avenue): Proposal for a new arts wing with a 110-seat theater
• 898 Second Ave: Proposal to construct a Well Now medical facility
• 2600 Fifth Avenue: Proposal to convert a commercial space into a bakery

The Troy Planning Commission approved the site plan for Emma Willard School's new arts wing, including a 110-seat theater, and issued a negative SEQR declaration. The commission also approved a site plan change for Unity House at 97 Fifth Avenue and a change of use for 561-565 Congress Street. Several other items were tabled to the September agenda, including the Kings Landing II project and a site plan for 885 Fifth Avenue.

• Approved Emma Willard School arts wing site plan (6-0)
• Issued negative SEQR declaration for Emma Willard project (6-0)
• Approved Unity House façade revision at 97 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved site plan with changes for 561-565 Congress Street (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 17 S. River St. and 2600 Fifth Ave. (6-0)
• Tabled Kings Landing II site plan to September agenda (6-0)
• Tabled 885 Fifth Avenue site plan to September 21st agenda (6-0)
• Declared PC as lead agency for 898 Second Ave. and 885 Fifth Ave. (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider minutes, establish eligible lists for several civil service exams, and review exam announcements. It will also consider adding two City Planning Commission members and review whether those positions still qualify for the exempt class.

• Establish 4-year eligible list for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics, Exam #69439
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Assessment Clerk, Exam #68423
• Consider MSD-222 to add two City Planning Commission members
• Review exempt class status of two City Planning Commission positions
• Review exam announcements for Housing Compliance Clerk, Health & Safety Coordinator, and Data Entry Machine Operator

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved several personnel-related items, including establishing eligible lists for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics and Assessment Clerk, adding two City Planning Commission members, and approving exam announcements for various positions. All votes were 2-0 with one commissioner absent.

• Approved eligible list for Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics, Exam #69439 (2-0)
• Approved eligible list for Assessment Clerk, Exam #68423 (2-0)
• Approved MSD-222 to add two City Planning Commission members (2-0)
• Approved exempt class status for two City Planning Commission positions (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Housing Compliance Clerk, Exam #65086 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Health & Safety Coordinator, Exam #62147 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcement for Data Entry Machine Operator, Exam #2202 (2-0)
• Approved exam announcements for Senior Data Entry Machine Operator, Exams #78522 and #64949 (2-0)

City Council

The Science and Technology Committee is meeting to discuss two items: a proposed City Hall infrastructure project funded by ARPA, with a target completion before January 1, 2023, and an update on the Kronos time management system implementation. No legislation is on the agenda, so no public forum will be held.

• ARPA-funded City Hall infrastructure project
• Kronos time management system update

The Science & Technology Committee meeting was called to order and included a public forum where Quinn Mahoney spoke about Kronos Time Management and notification infrastructure. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after discussion.

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on August 4, 2022. The only listed items are the agenda itself and signed legislation materials; no specific decisions or discussion topics are detailed.

• Agenda document (08-04-REGULAR-AGENDA.PDF)
• Signed legislation materials (SIGNED-LEGISLATION-08-04-REGULAR-.PDF)

The Troy City Council passed an ordinance amending the 2022 General Fund budget, as requested by the administration. The vote was 7-0 with no abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting lasted three minutes.

• Approved ordinance amending 2022 General Fund budget (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to hear proposals regarding residential density increases, new restaurant uses, and signage. Items include converting two-family and three-family properties into larger multi-family residences.

• 70 Oakwood Ave: Use and area variances to convert a two-family property to a three-family property
• 519 Congress St: Use variance for a restaurant, tavern, and nightclub with more than 50 customers
• 257 Third St: Area variances to convert a three-family property into a six-family residential property
• 3055 6th Avenue: Area variance for signage totaling 131 square feet across three facades

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the July 6 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. The board then heard an old business item, a use variance application for 70 Oakwood Ave to convert a two-family home to three-family, but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved July 6 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council's Public Utilities Committee is meeting to discuss the Sherman Ave sewer backup incident. The agenda includes a presentation on this matter, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of Sherman Ave sewer backup incident

The Public Utilities Committee meeting was called to order with several members absent. The only substantive item was a discussion by Public Utilities Superintendent Chris Whealand about a sewer backup on Sherman Ave in Emerald Greens. No formal decisions or votes were taken.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review multiple civil service exam announcements, establish eligible lists, and consider new positions for the Troy Housing Authority. Most items are routine administrative actions.

• Review promotional exam for Police Captain, Exam #71788
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Real Property Appraisal Aide, Exam #71648
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Youth Services Specialist, Exam #62109
• MSD-222 to create one Cleaner position for Troy Housing Authority
• MSD-222 to add one Assistant Public Housing Specialist for Troy Housing Authority

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved several exam announcements and established eligible lists for various positions, all by a 2-0 vote with one commissioner absent. The commission also tabled the June 22, 2022 meeting minutes. During public comment, Eric Wisher raised concerns about the Firefighter/Paramedic eligible list, but the commission clarified that the list remains valid.

• Approved minutes from April 19, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Tabled minutes from June 22, 2022 meeting
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Personnel Associate, Exam #77305 (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Personnel Associate, Exam #68522 (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Personnel Technician, Exam #64953 (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Human Resource Generalist, Exam #66776 (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Assistant Planner, Exam #64382 (2-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Planner, Exam #78499 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering a budget amendment to increase Fire Department vehicle repair funds. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding information technology purchases, grant applications for city projects, and committee reorganizations.

• Ordinance to amend the 2022 General Fund Budget for $60,000 in Fire Department vehicle expenses
• Resolution to purchase a Dell server from Shi International Corp. for $77,139.20
• Resolution to implement a new firewall system for the Police Department via Meridian IT for approximately $25,362.94
• New York State Consolidated Funding Applications for wayfinding, riverwalk planning, and monument preservation
• Resolution to reorganize City Council standing committees

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met on July 21, 2022, and unanimously approved all items on the agenda. These included a budget amendment, several resolutions authorizing agreements for IT equipment and services, support for state funding applications, a committee reorganization, and a resolution commemorating the Troy Public Library's 125th anniversary. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved ordinance amending 2022 General Fund budget (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with SHI International Corp. for Dell server purchase (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with Meridian IT for firewall system for Troy Police Department (7-0)
• Supported NYS Consolidated Funding Application for wayfinding system (7-0)
• Supported NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Soldiers and Sailors Monument preservation (7-0)
• Supported NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Riverwalk planning from Jay Street to 111th Street (7-0)
• Reorganized standing committees and appointed new members (7-0)
• Supported Troy Public Library and commemorated 125th anniversary of Hart Memorial Building (7-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda includes a public hearing notice and backup materials, as well as signed legislation. No specific items are detailed in the agenda text.

• Public hearing notice and backup materials
• Signed legislation

The Troy City Council held a special meeting and unanimously passed all seven resolutions on the agenda. These included authorizing agreements for a Dell server and a firewall system for the police department, supporting state funding applications for a wayfinding system, monument preservation, and riverwalk planning, reorganizing standing committees, and commemorating the Troy Public Library's 125th anniversary.

• Approved agreement with Shi International Corp. for Dell server purchase (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Meridian IT for firewall system for Troy Police Department (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS CFA application for wayfinding system (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS CFA application for Soldiers and Sailors Monument preservation (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS CFA application for Riverwalk planning from Jay Street to 111th Street (7-0)
• Approved reorganization of standing committees and appointment of new members (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Troy Public Library and commemorating 125th anniversary of Hart Memorial Building (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider minutes from previous meetings, review multiple civil service exam announcements for various positions, and establish eligible lists for Real Property Appraisal Aide and Youth Services Specialist. They will also consider establishing new or additional positions for the Troy Housing Authority.

• Review promotional exam for Personnel Associate, Exam #77305
• Review open competitive exam for Assistant Planner, Exam #64382
• Establish eligible list for Real Property Appraisal Aide, Exam #71648
• Establish eligible list for Youth Services Specialist, Exam #62109
• Consider MSD-222 to establish Cleaner position for Troy Housing Authority

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and review financials. The main item is a resolution authorizing the refinancing of the Hoosick Hotel Development Group project with a $13.5 million loan from Capital Bank, with no new financial assistance. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no public hearings or major new projects.

• Resolution to participate in $13,500,000 refinancing for Hoosick Hotel Development Group, LLC (Hilton Hotel on Hoosick Street)
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2022 meeting
• Executive Director's report on Lion Factory closing, Montroy Management open house, and $500 Chamber of Commerce expenditure
• Financial report showing $654,320 in assets and $517,415 in cash as of May 31, 2022
• Discussion of framing a 1928 City of Troy map at estimated cost of $2,000

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved its June 2022 financial statements and the minutes from the June 17 meeting. The board heard updates on the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and Restore NY programs, but took no action on those items. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 17, 2022 board minutes (Latasha Gardner abstained)
• Approved June 2022 financial statements as presented

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to approve June meeting minutes, hear the executive director's report, discuss consultant services for grant writing, and review financials. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major funding decisions listed.

• Approval of June 15, 2022 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• Consultant services for grant writing
• Financial review

The board approved spending up to $3,000 for grant writing services by Verity Engineering to prepare a Consolidated Funding Application for the missing portion of the riverfront trail between Jay Street and 111th Street. The board also approved the June 17, 2022 minutes and the financial statements as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved up to $3,000 for Verity Engineering grant writing services for CFA related to riverfront trail (Latasha Gardner abstained)
• Approved minutes from June 17, 2022
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The Troy City Council will vote to appoint Steven Figueroa to fill the vacant District 2 seat, and will authorize a public hearing on a proposed new zoning ordinance that would replace the current Chapter 285. The agenda also includes a resolution to appoint a Commissioner of Deeds.

• Appointment of Steven Figueroa to District 2 City Council seat, term expiring Dec. 31, 2022
• Resolution to schedule a public hearing on repealing and replacing Chapter 285 'Zoning' with new 'Land Use and Development Ordinance'
• Proposed new Chapter 285 includes sections on flood risk, solar energy, cannabis dispensaries, and parking
• Resolution to appoint a Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy

The Troy City Council Finance Committee unanimously approved three resolutions: appointing Steven Figueroa to fill the vacant District 2 City Council position, authorizing a public hearing for a new zoning ordinance, and appointing a Commissioner of Deeds. All resolutions passed 6-0. No public comments were made.

• Appointed Steven Figueroa to fill vacant District 2 City Council seat (6-0)
• Authorized scheduling and conduct of public hearing for new zoning ordinance (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy (6-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council's regular meeting on July 7, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, including a revised agenda PDF and a signed legislation PDF. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Revised regular agenda (07-07-REGULAR-AGENDA-REVISED.PDF)
• Signed legislation (07-07-REGULAR-SIGNED-LEGISLATION.PDF)

The Troy City Council passed an ordinance creating a capital project and amending the Water Fund and Capital Projects Fund to appropriate funding, with a 7-0 vote. Steven Figueroa was appointed to fill the vacant District 2 City Council position, 6-0. The council also authorized a transportation federal-aid project, designated a portion of Fourth Street as 'Lo Porto Way', and approved several resolutions related to a new zoning ordinance and a pool contract. One resolution appointing a Commissioner of Deeds was withdrawn.

• Approved ordinance creating capital project and amending Water Fund and Capital Projects Fund (7-0)
• Appointed Steven Figueroa to fill vacant District 2 City Council position (6-0)
• Authorized implementation and funding of transportation federal-aid project (7-0)
• Designated portion of Fourth Street between State Street and Broadway as 'Lo Porto Way' (7-0)
• Declared City Council as lead agency for SEQRA review of new zoning ordinance (7-0)
• Authorized public hearing for new zoning ordinance (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Boys and Girls Club for South Troy Pool operations (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Withdrew resolution appointing Commissioner of Deeds

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear proposals for residential developments and business use variances. Decisions include requests for parking relief and density changes for several properties across the city.

• 806-814 River Street: Proposal to subdivide four lots into six for 2-story single family homes
• 561-565 Congress St: Proposal to convert storefronts into residential units, totaling 11 units
• 70 Oakwood Ave: Proposal to convert a two-family residential property into a three-family property
• 519 Congress St: Request for use variance to operate a restaurant, tavern, and nightclub
• 274 4th St: Request for use variance to utilize a storefront as a boutique

The Zoning Board of Appeals received multiple public comments opposing a use variance for a steel garage and storage bins at 0 Smart Court, as well as a parking variance for 561-565 Congress St. No decisions were recorded in the minutes; the document consists solely of emailed public comments.

• No decisions recorded; meeting minutes contain only public comments

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a workshop to introduce and question seven candidates for the vacant District 2 council seat. The meeting includes a question-and-answer period and closing remarks. No formal votes or other business are listed on the agenda.

• Introduction of 7 candidates for District 2 vacancy: Devya Arthur, Gabrielle Basille, Ryan Bronson, Steven Figueroa, Frank Mayben, Lyon McCandless, Tasheca Medina
• Question and answer period with candidates
• Public questions accepted via email to cityclerk@troyny.gov by June 28, 3pm

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several budget amendments, including recognizing one-time funding from the Troy MAC, appropriating CDBG program income, and creating a capital project for the Rail Joint Mill Dam study. They will also vote on resolutions to name a portion of Fourth Street 'Lo Porto Way', declare the Council as lead agency for a new zoning ordinance, and authorize contracts for pool operations, fitness court equipment, and fiscal/legal advisory services.

• Budget amendment recognizing $1,224,475.73 in Troy MAC funding, including $500,000 for One Monument Square redevelopment and $520,000 for bond anticipation note principal
• Ordinance appropriating $45,000 for Rail Joint Mill Dam study on Wynants Kill
• Resolution to designate Fourth Street between State Street and Broadway as 'Lo Porto Way'
• Resolution authorizing contract with Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area to operate South Troy Pool through August 31, 2022
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Engineered Installation Solutions for fitness court equipment in four city parks

The Troy City Council Finance Committee approved all 14 agenda items by a 5-0 vote, with one member absent. These included four budget amendments, a transportation project resolution, consultant and bond counsel agreements, a street designation, a SEQRA lead agency declaration, a pool staffing contract, and a fitness court equipment installation agreement. All items were passed as requested by the administration.

• Approved amendment to 2022 General Fund budget (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Special Grants Fund budget (5-0)
• Approved creation of capital project and funding for Water Fund and Capital Projects Fund (5-0)
• Approved amendments to multiple 2022 fund budgets (5-0)
• Approved transportation federal-aid project implementation and funding (5-0)
• Approved consultant services agreement with Andrew Piotrowski (5-0)
• Approved fiscal advisory services agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved bond counsel agreement with Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council held a special meeting and passed all items on the agenda unanimously (5-0, with one member absent). The council approved amendments to the 2022 General Fund, Special Grants Fund, and other fund budgets, as well as resolutions authorizing agreements for consultant services, fiscal advisory services, bond counsel, and installation of fitness court equipment in four city parks. A resolution commending Andrew Piotrowski for distinguished service was also approved.

• Approved amendment to 2022 General Fund budget (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Special Grants Fund budget (5-0)
• Approved amendments to General Fund, Garbage Fund, Water Fund, Sewer Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund budgets (5-0)
• Authorized agreement for consultant services by Andrew Piotrowski (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc. for fiscal advisory services (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC for bond counsel services (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Engineered Installation Solutions, LLC for fitness court equipment in four parks (5-0)
• Approved resolution commending Andrew Piotrowski for distinguished service (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council General Services Committee is meeting to receive an update on solid waste management in the city. No legislation is on the agenda, so there will be no public forum, per council rules. The meeting will be live-streamed on the City Council's YouTube channel.

• Update on Solid Waste Management in the City

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a workshop to review the citywide zoning ordinance. No legislation is on the agenda, so there will be no public forum, but the meeting will be live-streamed on YouTube.

• Presentation of the Citywide Zoning Ordinance

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving past meeting minutes, establishing eligible lists for several civil service exams, and considering reclassifications and re-establishments of positions. The agenda also includes reviews of exempt class status for the City Comptroller and City Treasurer.

• Establish 3 additional Library Assistant positions for Troy Public Library
• Establish eligible lists for Discovery Coordinator, Senior Account Clerk, Principal Account Clerk, Head Account Clerk
• Reclassify 1 Recreation Specialist for City of Troy
• Establish job specification for Director of Golf
• Re-establish 1 City Treasurer position

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved the May 17, 2022 minutes and established three new Library Assistant positions for the Troy Public Library. It also established several four-year eligible lists for various clerk and coordinator titles, reclassified a Recreation Specialist to Golf Course Manager, and approved job specifications for that new title. The commission confirmed the City Comptroller and City Treasurer remain in the Exempt Class and re-established one City Treasurer position. All votes were 2-0 with one commissioner absent.

• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established 3 Library Assistant positions for Troy Public Library (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established open competitive eligible list for Discovery Coordinator, Exam #60980 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established promotional eligible list for Senior Account Clerk, Exam #76628 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established open competitive eligible list for Senior Account Clerk, Exam #63529 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established promotional eligible list for Principal Account Clerk, Exam #76749 (2-0, 1 absent)
• Reclassified 1 Recreation Specialist to Golf Course Manager (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved City Comptroller and City Treasurer to remain in Exempt Class (2-0, 1 absent)

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will consider authorizing a $13.5 million refinancing for the Hoosick Hotel Development Group's hotel project on Hoosick Street, with Capital Bank as the lender. The board will also approve minutes from the May 20 meeting and hear the executive director's report and financials. The agenda includes a resolution to participate in the refinancing, which would not exempt additional mortgage recording taxes.

• Authorizing resolution for $13,500,000 refinancing with Capital Bank for Hoosick Hotel Development Group project at 225-243 Hoosick Street and 2407 Lavin Court
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2022 meeting
• Executive Director's report on Lion Factory and 171 River Street projects
• Financial report as of April 30, 2022: $572,771.45 in assets, $571,387.74 in cash, $52,620.51 in liabilities, fund balance $520,150.94
• Overdue administrative fees for Old World Provisions and 10 River Street

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a resolution authorizing participation in the 2022 refinancing of the Hoosick Hotel Development Group, LLC project, which includes the Hilton hotel on Hoosick Street. The refinancing, provided by Capital Bank in the amount of $13,500,000, will allow the IDA to remain listed on the mortgages. No new financial assistance was requested. The board also approved the May 20, 2022 meeting minutes and the financials as presented.

• Approved authorizing resolution for 2022 refinancing of Hoosick Hotel Development Group, LLC project (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2022 regular board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet on June 17, 2022, to approve minutes from the May 20 meeting, consider a funding request for the Powers Park Concert Series, hear the executive director's report, and review financials. The agenda is largely routine, with the concert series funding request being the only substantive action item.

• Funding request for Powers Park Concert Series
• Approval of May 20, 2022 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• Financial review

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved $5,000 in funding for the Powers Park concert series, a $3,250 contribution to Watervliet for a federal grant application, and the May financials. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved May 20, 2022 board meeting minutes
• Approved $5,000 funding for Powers Park concert series to Friends of 112th Street
• Approved 50% of $6,500 fee ($3,250) to City of Watervliet for federal grant application preparation
• Approved financials as presented

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Troy Zoning Ordinance. The body will also consider the adoption of meeting minutes from May 18th, 2022.

• Public hearing on the proposed Troy Zoning Ordinance
• Adoption of May 18th, 2022 meeting minutes
• Item PLPC 2022 0063 regarding 0 Fourth Street (Uncle Sam Mall) was removed

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed Troy Zoning Ordinance, heard public comments, and voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council adopt the draft ordinance. The recommendation includes addressing specific parcels at 76 Brunswick and 171 Oakwood, and considering ground-level parking restrictions in the downtown development area. No changes were made to the draft ordinance during the meeting.

• Recommended City Council adopt draft zoning ordinance (4-0)
• Recommended Council address 76 Brunswick and 171 Oakwood parcels
• Recommended Council consider ground-level street parking restrictions downtown

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding an informational meeting, not a voting session, where council members, the mayor, department heads, and supervisors will answer resident questions about city issues. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Informational meeting at ICC, 1450 5th Ave, 6-7:30 pm
• Q&A session with council, mayor, department heads, supervisors
• ADA accommodations available upon request

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special meeting to vote on a resolution appointing Steven Figueroa to fill the vacant District 2 City Council position, created by the resignation of Kim Ashe-McPherson. The meeting includes a public forum for residents to comment on agenda items, with both in-person and hybrid options available.

• Resolution 70: Appointment of Steven Figueroa to fill District 2 vacancy until December 31, 2022
• Public forum with 4-minute speaking limit for agenda items and 3-minute limit for general city issues
• Hybrid meeting format with live stream on YouTube and pre-registration required for Zoom comments

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on June 2, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda document and signed legislation materials, with no specific items, resolutions, or discussion topics detailed. The meeting appears to be limited to routine procedural matters.

• No specific items listed; agenda contains only agenda and signed legislation documents

The Troy City Council voted 1-1 on an ordinance to rezone 1011 Second Avenue from R-1 to Planned Development, with Council Member Conley-Wilson voting no, and the ordinance failed. All other agenda items passed unanimously, including a $4 million bond for street reconstruction and resolutions recognizing Juneteenth and Pride Month.

• Rezoning of 1011 Second Avenue from R-1 to P denied (1-1)
• Approved fund transfers within 2022 General and Water Funds (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Juneteenth (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Pride Month (7-0)
• Approved Type II action determination under SEQRA (7-0)
• Approved $4,000,000 bond for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved intermunicipal police tactical team agreement with Town of Colonie (7-0)
• Approved transportation federal-aid project funding (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a proposal by Habitat for Humanity Capital District to subdivide four vacant lots into six. The board will decide on requested variances regarding setbacks, parking, and height for the project.

• Proposal to subdivide four vacant lots into six at 806-814 River Street
• Requested front setback relief of 8 ft (2 ft proposed vs 10 ft required)
• Requested side setback relief of 6.21 ft (3.79 ft proposed vs 10 ft required)
• Request for relief of 2 required parking spaces
• Requested height relief of 5 ft (35 ft proposed vs 40-60 ft required)

City Council

This is a procedural-only agenda for a special City Council meeting. It contains no listed resolutions, ordinances, public hearings, or other substantive business, only references to the agenda and signed legislation documents.

• No substantive items listed on the agenda

The Troy City Council held a special meeting on May 26, 2022, and passed a single resolution urging Congress to adopt common sense gun reform measures. The resolution was approved unanimously with 7 ayes, 0 nos, and 0 abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Passed resolution urging Congress to adopt common sense gun reform measures (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to amend the 2022 General Fund Budget to accept grant funds. The body is discussing the allocation of these funds toward local neighborhood projects.

• Acceptance of $1,500 grant from the Troy Capital Resource Corporation
• Proposed award of $1,500 to the Friends of the Poestenkill Gorge for trail maintenance and amenities

The Troy City Council Finance Committee met on May 25, 2022, and unanimously passed two ordinances. The first amended the 2022 General Fund budget to accept grant funds from the Troy Capital Resource Corporation for the Neighborhood Improvement Program. The second authorized an award of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds. Both passed 7-0 with no abstentions.

• Approved ordinance amending 2022 General Fund budget and accepting grant funds for Neighborhood Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing award of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds (7-0)

City Council

The agenda contains only the meeting agenda and materials for a special session. No specific legislative items or discussion topics are detailed in the provided text.

The Troy City Council held a special meeting and passed all four items on the agenda unanimously (7-0). These included an ordinance to execute a quitclaim conveyance for properties at 741 and 743 Second Avenue, an ordinance amending the 2022 General Fund budget to accept grant funds for the Neighborhood Improvement Program, an ordinance authorizing an award of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds, and a resolution calling on the state to authorize a lease of sub-surface park land at Riverfront Park.

• Approved quitclaim conveyance for 741 and 743 Second Avenue (7-0)
• Approved 2022 General Fund budget amendment accepting grant funds for Neighborhood Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved award of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds (7-0)
• Passed resolution urging state to authorize lease of sub-surface park land at Riverfront Park (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue. The change from R-1 Single Family Residential Detached to P Planned Development would allow for the construction of three apartment buildings.

• Proposed zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue (Tax Map Parcel Number 70.64-1-1)
• Proposed construction of 231 apartment units
• Review of Ordinance (22-3)

The Troy City Council held a public hearing on May 25, 2022, to consider a proposed zoning change for 1011 Second Ave from R-1 Single Family Residential to P Planned Development. Numerous residents and organizations, including Scenic Hudson and Friends of the Mahicantuck, spoke or submitted written comments opposing the rezoning, citing inconsistencies with the city's comprehensive plan and zoning code. The hearing was adjourned without any decision or vote on the proposal.

• Public hearing held on proposed zoning change for 1011 Second Ave (no vote taken)
• Hearing adjourned at 7:05 p.m. without action

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a resolution authorizing the release of the master tenant as guarantor on the 2920 Fifth Avenue (School 1) redevelopment project, as part of a refinancing with KeyBank. The board also approved the April 1, 2022 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of April 30, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved authorizing resolution to release guarantor on 2920 Fifth Ave project (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2022 regular board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements as of April 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, consider an additional $800 request for NIP funds, review a loan application from the Local Development Corporation, and hear the Executive Director's report and financials. The agenda is largely routine, with the notable items being the funding requests and the loan application.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2022 board meeting
• NIP Funds – additional request $800
• LDC application – loan
• Executive Director's Report
• Financials

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation approved a $215,000 working capital loan to the Troy Local Development Corporation to support cash flow during the sale of the King Fuels site and the Alamo property. The board also approved $2,300 in additional funding for the Neighborhood Improvement Program and approved the April 1, 2022 minutes and financial statements. All votes were unanimous among the five members present.

• Approved $215,000 loan to Troy LDC (5-0)
• Approved $2,300 additional NIP funding (5-0)
• Approved April 1, 2022 board minutes (5-0)
• Approved financials as presented (5-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to consider a $215,000 working capital loan application from the City of Troy Capital Resource Corporation. The loan would be repaid from the sale of the Alamo property and the King Fuels site. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, the executive director's report, old and new business, and financials.

• Loan application for $215,000 from CRC to TLDC
• Repayment: $115,000 from Alamo sale, $100,000 from King Fuels property sale
• King Fuels site assessed at $1,644,000, remediation underway
• Alamo sale price set at $117,000
• Financials: total assets $2,769,118, fund balance $1,934,625

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved applying for a $215,000 working capital loan from the Troy CRC to cover operations until property sales close. The board also approved the April 1, 2022 minutes and the financial statements as of April 30, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved motion to apply for $215,000 working capital loan from Troy CRC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements as presented for April 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several site plans and extension requests for commercial and residential projects. The body is considering new developments including a mixed-use building, a daycare facility, and single-family row homes.

• 1 Monument Square: Proposed mixed-use building with 92 units, public plaza, and 56,000 sq. ft. of underground parking
• 806-814 River Street: Habitat for Humanity proposal to subdivide 4 vacant lots into 6 for single-family row homes
• 2368 Fifth Avenue: Proposed two-story daycare facility with an outdoor play area and open-air pavilion
• Uncle Sam Garage: Bryce Companies, LLC proposal for a temporary parking lot with approximately 170 spaces
• 494 River Street: Extension request for a five-story, 31,000 sq. ft. self-storage facility

The Troy Planning Commission approved the site plan for a 92-unit mixed-use building at 1 Monument Square, including a public plaza and park, with a negative SEQR declaration. They also approved a site plan for a garage at 37 First Street, a Habitat for Humanity subdivision at 806-814 River Street (conditional on ZBA variances), and a takeout restaurant addition at 1624 Highland Ave (conditional on ZBA variances). The Uncle Sam Garage demo project was tabled to June 15th, and consent agenda extensions for 494 River Street, The Bargain Block, and 2368 Fifth Avenue were approved.

• Approved site plan for 1 Monument Square mixed-use building (5-0)
• Declared negative SEQR declaration for 1 Monument Square (5-0)
• Tabled Uncle Sam Garage demo to June 15th (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 37 First Street garage (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 806-814 River Street subdivision, conditional on ZBA variances (4-0)
• Designated PC as lead agency for SEQR at 806-814 River Street (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 1624 Highland Ave takeout restaurant, conditional on ZBA variances (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda extensions for 494 River St, Bargain Block, 2368 Fifth Ave (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council approved a $4 million bond to finance reconstruction of various streets, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. A motion to table an ordinance amending Chapter 251 failed, and the ordinance then passed unanimously. All other items, including budget amendments, a quitclaim conveyance, recognitions, and appointments, were approved.

• Approved $4M bond for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 251 (7-0) after tabling motion failed (3-4)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment accepting grant funds for Neighborhood Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved fund transfers within 2022 General and Water Funds budgets (7-0)
• Approved quitclaim conveyance for 741 and 743 Second Avenue (7-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Juneteenth and Pride Month (7-0)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement with Town of Colonie for police tactical team services (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Todd Jojo to Board of Assessment Review (7-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with no substantive agenda items listed. The only materials are the special agenda document and signed legislation from the meeting, indicating this is procedural in nature.

• No specific items listed beyond agenda and signed legislation documents

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will meet to consider routine items, including approving the previous meeting's minutes. The main business is establishing a new Laborer position for the Troy School District and creating a Director of Equity and Inclusion position in the Mayor's Unit, along with its job specification.

• Approve minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting
• Establish one additional Laborer position for Troy School District
• Establish new Director of Equity and Inclusion position in Mayor's Unit
• Adopt job specification for Director of Equity and Inclusion

The Troy Civil Service Commission voted 2-0 (with one commissioner absent) to establish an additional Laborer position for the Troy School District, and to create and classify a new Director of Equity and Inclusion position for the City of Troy, including its job specification. The minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting were tabled due to absences. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled approval of April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved establishing one additional Laborer position for Troy School District (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved establishing and classifying Director of Equity and Inclusion position for City of Troy (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved job specification for Director of Equity and Inclusion (2-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council is considering the award of $20,000 for various Neighborhood Improvement Projects. Additionally, the council will review a resolution to share household hazardous waste services with Rensselaer County and Bethlehem, and a report on standard work days for certain employees.

• Ordinance awarding $20,000 in total for 24 Neighborhood Improvement Projects
• Resolution authorizing a memorandum of agreement to share household hazardous waste collection with Rensselaer County and the Town of Bethlehem
• Resolution reporting standard work days for certain elected and appointed employees

The Troy City Council Finance Meeting on May 5, 2022, passed three items unanimously (7-0). They approved an ordinance authorizing awards of Neighborhood Improvement Project Funds, a resolution to enter into a memorandum of agreement with Rensselaer County and the Town of Bethlehem for household hazardous waste collection and disposal, and a resolution reporting the standard work day for certain elected and appointed employees. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved ordinance authorizing Neighborhood Improvement Project Funds awards (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing mayor to sign MOA for hazardous waste services with Rensselaer County and Town of Bethlehem (7-0)
• Approved resolution reporting standard work day for certain elected and appointed employees (7-0)

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific legislative topics or discussions for this meeting.

The Troy City Council voted 6-1 to issue a negative declaration under SEQRA for the proposed rezoning of 1011 Second Avenue from R-1 to Planned Development, determining the project would not have significant adverse environmental impacts. The council also voted 7-0 to schedule a public hearing on the zoning change. All other ordinances and resolutions on the agenda passed unanimously.

• Approved negative declaration for 1011 2nd Ave rezoning (6-1, Conley-Wilson opposed)
• Scheduled public hearing for 1011 2nd Ave zoning change (7-0)
• Approved capital projects and water fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved HUD funding application authorization (7-0)
• Approved water fund budget transfer (7-0)
• Approved DPW facilities improvement funding (7-0)
• Approved neighborhood improvement project fund awards (7-0)
• Approved equipment purchases and software agreements (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on May 4, 2022, to decide on two variance requests. One seeks a use variance to sell automobiles from a vacant building at 15 Northern Dr. The other seeks an area variance to add 28 apartments above commercial spaces at the Trojan Hotel, 41-43 Third St. The board will also adopt minutes from its April 6th meeting.

• Use variance for auto sales at 15 Northern Dr (PLZBA 2022 0035)
• Area variance for 28 apartments at Trojan Hotel, 41-43 Third St (PLZBA 2022 0052)
• Density relief of 160 units per acre sought for Trojan Hotel project
• Public comment accepted via email to zoningboard@troyny.gov until 6 hours before meeting
• Adoption of April 6th meeting minutes by resolution

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variances. First, a use variance for 15 Northern Dr to allow automobile sales in a vacant B-3 building. Second, an area variance for 41-43 Third Street (Trojan Hotel) to permit 28 apartments at a density of 240 units per acre, exceeding the 80-unit maximum. Both motions passed 4-0, and SEQR negative declarations were also approved for each project.

• Approved use variance for auto sales at 15 Northern Dr (4-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration for 15 Northern Dr (4-0)
• Approved area variance for density at 41-43 Third St (Trojan Hotel) (4-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration for 41-43 Third St (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6 meeting (4-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board will review the status of community street corner cameras discussed in April 2021, which had equipment or contractor concerns. The board will also review video footage for ISB 21-31 and hear a presentation on Police Benevolent Association activities. Members are asked to identify needed training or information for the board.

• Review of ISB 21-31 video footage
• Status update on community street corner cameras
• Presentation on Police Benevolent Association (PBA) activities
• Discussion on board training and information needs

The Police Objective Review Board approved the April meeting minutes and discussed outreach and technology updates. The board reviewed videotaped evidence and voted to support the department's action, exonerating an officer in a completed investigation. No other substantive decisions were made; the board awaits an Outreach Committee report and potential bylaw revisions.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Exonerated officer in completed investigation based on video evidence

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances to amend the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Water Fund budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on a zoning change for 1011 Second Avenue and various equipment purchase agreements.

• Ordinance to increase maximum Unassigned Fund Balance of the General Fund to 4.75% of the final adjusted budget
• Ordinance amending the Capital Projects Fund and Water Fund budgets
• Resolution for a zoning change at 1011 Second Avenue from 'R-1' Single Family Residential to 'P' Planned Development
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a Ventrac 4500 Series Mower from Grassland Equipment and Irrigation Corp.
• Resolution authorizing purchase of an Aerial Lift Truck from Altec Industries, Inc.

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 agenda and signed legislation.

The Troy City Council held a special meeting on April 21, 2022, and passed two items unanimously (7-0). The first was an ordinance amending the fund balance policy for the city's General Fund, requested by the administration. The second was a resolution endorsing a Community Development Block Grant-CV funding application by Unity House of Troy, Inc., to be awarded by NYS Homes and Community Renewal. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

• Passed ordinance amending General Fund fund balance policy (7-0)
• Passed resolution endorsing Unity House CDBG-CV funding application (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding the Independent Redistricting Commission's proposed redistricting plan for the city.

• Review of the Independent Redistricting Commission’s proposed redistricting plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review multiple site plans, subdivisions, and changes of use. These items include residential conversions, new mixed-use buildings, and a large single-family subdivision.

• Change of Use: 45 Third Street to a tasting room by Helderberg Meadworks
• Change of Use: 19 Third Street to an education space by Reif Larsen
• Change of Use: 17 102nd Street to a 3rd dwelling unit by J&J Apartments, LLC
• Site Plan Review: New 3-story mixed-use building at 487 Campbell Avenue
• Site Plan Review: Construction of a 30x24 ft, 2 story garage at 37 First Street

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider several personnel actions, including establishing new positions for the Troy School District and the City of Troy, reclassifying existing positions, and setting eligible lists for exams. They will also review exam announcements and a lateral transfer request for a police officer.

• Establish one additional Secretary I and one Typist for Troy School District
• Establish new Senior Account Clerk in Finance Unit
• Reclassify Junior Administrative Assistant to GIS Technician (Public Utilities)
• Reclassify Code Inspector to Assistant Code Inspector (General Services)
• Review lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Town of East Greenbush

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved all agenda items unanimously (2-0, with one commissioner absent), including establishing new positions for the Troy School District and City of Troy, reclassifying several roles, establishing eligible lists for exams, approving exam announcements, and approving a lateral transfer request for a police officer.

• Approved minutes of March 4, 2022 special meeting (2-0)
• Established one Secretary I position for Troy School District (2-0)
• Established one part-time Typist position for Troy School District (2-0)
• Established one Senior Account Clerk position for City of Troy Finance Unit (2-0)
• Reclassified one Junior Administrative Assistant to GIS Technician (2-0)
• Reclassified one Code Inspector to Assistant Code Inspector (2-0)
• Established eligible lists for Family Self Sufficiency Coordinator, Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief (2-0)
• Approved lateral transfer of one Police Officer from East Greenbush (2-0)

City Council

The General Services Committee is meeting to discuss ideas for minimizing sanitation violations. No legislation is on the agenda for this meeting.

• Discussion on sanitation violators and ideas for minimizing violations

City Council

The General Services Committee will discuss methods for minimizing sanitation violations. There is no legislation scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of sanitation violation minimization

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to review and possibly approve a proposed district map, and to plan a public hearing and report to the City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with no final decisions or detailed proposals listed.

• Review and possible approval of proposed map (Martiniano)
• Planning public hearing date, time, place, and format (live/virtual)
• Discussion of report to City Council and writing committee
• Update on commission website (Hartley)

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions including a contract for road improvements at Congress and Ferry Streets. The agenda also includes the appointment of Commissioners of Deeds and a tabled resolution to confirm Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor.

• Resolution authorizing a consultant agreement with Creighton Manning Engineering, LLP for NY2 (Congress and Ferry Streets) corridor improvements
• Resolution appointing James M. Morgan, Brian D. Rossiter, and John Kane as Commissioners of Deeds
• Resolution authorizing the purchase of a 2022 Type III ambulance through P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc.
• Resolution regarding funding for a transportation project eligible for federal or state aid
• Tabled resolution to confirm Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor

The Troy City Council unanimously confirmed Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor and passed several resolutions, including appointing commissioners of deeds, authorizing a consultant agreement for the NY2 corridor improvements, and approving the purchase of a 2022 Type III ambulance. All resolutions passed with 7 ayes and 0 nos.

• Confirmed Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds for the City of Troy (7-0)
• Authorized consultant agreement for NY2 (Congress and Ferry Streets) corridor improvements (7-0)
• Commended the Troy Fire Department (7-0)
• Authorized implementation and funding of transportation project eligible for federal/state aid or Bridge NY funds (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co. for purchase of 2022 Type III ambulance (7-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on April 7, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, including signed legislation. No specific items for discussion or decision are detailed in the provided text.

• Regular agenda document (04-07-REGULAR-AGENDA.PDF)
• Signed legislation document (04-07-REGULAR-SIGNED-LEGISLATION-1-1.PDF)

The Troy City Council passed all 10 resolutions on the agenda, including confirming Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor (7-0) and approving a consultant agreement for the Congress and Ferry Streets corridor improvements. A resolution urging the mayor to implement a Quality of Life Task Force passed 6-1, though the mayor did not endorse it. The council also approved the purchase of a 2022 Type III ambulance through the Sourcewell consortium.

• Confirmed Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor (7-0)
• Confirmed Kim Ashe-McPherson to Troy Local Development Corporation (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Confirmed appointments to Troy Industrial Development Authority (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Proclaimed April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month (7-0)
• Passed resolution urging Quality of Life Task Force (6-1, Steele opposed; not endorsed by mayor)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds (7-0)
• Authorized consultant agreement for Congress and Ferry Streets corridor improvements (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2022 Type III ambulance via Sourcewell (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on April 6, 2022, to decide on 10 variance and special use permit requests. These include proposals to convert two-family homes to three-family units, a car dealership in a vacant building, a mixed-use building, and various smaller projects. The board will also adopt minutes from its March 2nd meeting.

• 317 8th St: convert two-family to three-family, density relief of 29 units/acre, no parking provided
• 162 9th St: convert two-family to three-family, density relief of 39 units/acre, no parking provided
• 15 Northern Dr: use variance for automobile sales in vacant building
• 487 Campbell Ave: 3-story mixed-use building, height relief of 10 ft, parking relief of 4 spaces
• 3154 6th Ave: four-unit multifamily, density relief of 69 units/acre, no parking proposed

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to discuss old business, including clarification of by-law Article VII, Section 5b, an outreach committee update, and revisions to Troy Police Department General Orders 03.21, 03.22, and 06.01, which include changes to the complaint form and implementation. The board will also consider training and information needs for the next 120 days. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, and reports from the mayor or chief of police.

• Discussion of by-law Article VII, Section 5b clarification
• Outreach Committee update report
• TPD revision of General Orders 03.21, 03.22, and 06.01
• Revision of complaint form and implementation
• Training and information planning for next 120 days

The Troy Police Objective Review Board approved the March minutes and heard from Mayor Madden that 11 officers completed a five-day training on emotionally disturbed persons, with about 90% of Troy officers trained. The board discussed outreach efforts, body camera use in hospitals, and planned to revise bylaws. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved March meeting minutes (motion by Elijah, second by Columbus)
• Noted 11 Troy officers completed EDPRT training; ~90% of force trained
• Mayor to note bylaw revisions for board to consider
• Adjourned at 7:14 PM; next meeting May 2 at 6:30 PM

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority's Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from its March 26, 2021 meeting and to receive a presentation of the 2021 audited financial statements from Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The audit received an unmodified opinion, with no issues reported in internal controls or compliance. The meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall, 433 River Street, Suite 5001, Troy, NY.

• Approval of March 26, 2021 Audit & Finance Committee meeting minutes
• 2021 Audit Presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Unmodified opinion on 2021 financial statements
• Net position decreased from $438,280 in 2020 to $299,258 in 2021
• Operating loss of $139,332 in 2021

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to provide financial assistance to Lion Factory Building, LLC for renovating a six-story building at 750 Second Avenue into 151 affordable apartments and 8,800 square feet of commercial space. The assistance includes sales and use tax exemptions up to $1,864,712, mortgage recording tax exemptions, and a partial real property tax abatement via a PILOT agreement. The board will also vote on annual resolutions, approve minutes, and hear reports.

• Public hearing and authorizing resolution for Lion Factory Building, LLC project at 750 Second Avenue
• Sales and use tax exemption benefits up to $1,864,712 on purchases up to $23,308,900
• 151 affordable residential units and 8,800 sq ft commercial space planned
• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2022 meeting
• Annual meeting resolutions: election of officers, audit, PARIS report

The Troy Industrial Development Authority's Audit and Finance Committee approved the calendar year 2021 audit as presented by Wojeski & Co., which received an unmodified, clean opinion with no findings. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 26, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 26, 2021 board meeting minutes (motion by Fitch, second by Farrell)
• Approved cy2021 audit as presented by Wojeski & Co. (motion by Watson, second by Farrell)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee of the Troy Capital Resource Corporation is meeting to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a presentation of the 2021 audited financial statements from Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the audit presentation and approval of the financial statements.

• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2021 meeting
• 2021 Audit Presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Financial statements show net position of $507,199 for 2021
• Operating loss of $63,498 in 2021
• Project fees of $56,750 in 2021

The Audit and Finance Committee approved the minutes from March 26, 2021, and the cy2021 audit as presented by Wojeski & Co. The audit received an unmodified, clean opinion with no findings on internal controls. The meeting adjourned at 10:27 a.m.

• Approved March 26, 2021 board meeting minutes
• Approved cy2021 audit as presented by Wojeski & Co.

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board is holding its annual meeting to elect officers, appoint committees and staff, and approve the 2021 audit and budgets. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes, an executive director's report, and financials. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being the annual resolutions package.

• Approve 2021 audit by Wojeski & Company CPAs, PC
• Elect board officers for 2022
• Reappoint executive director and staff
• Approve 2022 budget and multi-year budgets through 2025
• Re-adopt investment and disposition of property policies

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved a resolution increasing the Riverwalk Project budget from $50,000 to $70,750 and authorizing a $28,250 grant to the City of Troy for construction documents for the Marina North section. The board also approved the annual meeting resolution, which included re-adopting policies, accepting the 2021 audit, and electing officers. Financial statements for February 2022 were approved, showing a fund balance of $486,341.92.

• Approved Riverwalk Project Resolution authorizing $28,250 payment to City of Troy (5-0-1, Gardner abstained)
• Approved Annual Meeting Resolution accepting 2021 audit, re-adopting policies, electing officers (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 financials as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 18, 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee will review the 2021 audited financial statements presented by Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The auditor's report raises substantial doubt about the Corporation's ability to continue as a going concern due to a negative change in net position, a significant decrease in cash, and negative net working capital. The committee will also consider the minutes from the September 29, 2021 meeting.

• 2021 audit shows net position fell from $2,084,776 to $1,938,447
• Cash and equivalents dropped from $354,221 to $103,478
• Auditor cites going-concern doubt due to negative working capital
• Corporation holds $2,108,728 in property held for development and resale
• Restricted $50,000 for Monument Square project was spent

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the cy2021 audit by Wojeski & Co., which issued a clean (unmodified) opinion. The committee voted to approve the Report to the Board and Audited Financial Statements and recommend them to the full board. A working capital deficit was noted as a concern, with mitigation plans in Note B. The meeting was adjourned after the vote.

• Approved cy2021 Report to the Board and Audited Financial Statements, recommended to full board (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 a.m. (motion carried)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to conduct annual business, including electing officers, approving the fiscal year 2021 audit, and re-adopting policies. They will also hear the executive director's report and discuss old and new business, with no major public decisions expected beyond routine governance.

• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2022 meeting
• Election of officers and committee appointments for 2022
• Acceptance of annual audit for fiscal year 2021
• Review of financials and PARIS report
• Discussion of property transfers (e.g., Alamo site, 3000 Main Street)

The Troy Local Development Corporation board approved the annual meeting resolution, which includes accepting the FY2021 audit, re-adopting policies, electing officers, and appointing staff. The board also approved the February 2022 financials and consented to the City of Troy Planning Commission acting as lead agency for the Monument Square project. The sale of the Alamo was reported as moving forward at a price of $117,000.

• Approved annual meeting resolution (3-0, Nadeau absent)
• Approved February 18, 2022 minutes
• Approved financials as presented
• Consented to City of Troy Planning Commission as lead agency for Monument Square
• Elected Christopher Nolin as treasurer
• Re-appointed Steven Strichman as Executive Director (Strichman abstained)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a workshop titled 1011 2nd Avenue SEQRA Workshop #2. Public comments regarding this matter will be taken at a subsequent committee meeting.

• 1011 2nd Avenue SEQRA Workshop #2

City Council

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

City Council

The Finance Meeting includes several resolutions regarding city appointments and community support. The council will consider endorsing a grant application for an expanded education and training center.

• Confirmation of Christopher J. Nolin as Deputy Mayor
• Endorsement of a grant application by the Commission on Economic Opportunity for up to $5 million
• Confirmation of Kim Ashe Mcpherson to the Troy Local Development Corporation
• Confirmation of appointments to the Troy Industrial Development Authority
• Proclamation of April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to receive a progress report from its data committee and an update on publicity and public hearing plans. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Progress report from data committee (Martiniano)
• Publicity and public hearing update (Hartley)
• Website update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several change-of-use requests for commercial and residential spaces. The body is also considering site plan reviews for new construction and renovations across the city.

• 1 Monument Square: Proposed mixed-use building with 92 residential units, retail, and 56,000 sq. ft. of underground parking
• 41-43 Third Street: Proposal to convert vacant SRO units into 28 apartments
• 487 Campbell Avenue: Proposed 3-story mixed-use building with commercial space and 8 apartments
• 120 Hoosick Street: Starbucks renovation including a 270 SF addition
• 141 Congress St: Request for a 6-month site plan approval extension for a residential and commercial project

City Council

The City Council workshop includes a presentation regarding the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions as implemented by the EPA and DOH.

• Presentation on Lead and Copper Rule Revisions by EPA and DOH

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule as implemented by the EPA and DOH.

• Presentation on Lead and Copper Rule Revisions from EPA and DOH

Municipal Assistance Corporation

The Municipal Assistance Corporation for the City of Troy is holding its 2022 annual board meeting to review and approve routine financial and governance items, including audited financial statements, a debt schedule, the FY2021-2022 financial plan, and various policies. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new decisions or public hearings.

• Approve December 31, 2021 audited financial statements
• Approve debt schedule
• Approve financial plan for FYs 2021-2022 including FY 2021 budget
• Approve procurement contract guidelines and report
• Discussion of final audit and termination date for the Corporation

The Municipal Assistance Corporation for the City of Troy accepted its audited 2021 financial statements and approved all agenda items, including the FY 2022 budget and appointments. The board discussed terminating the authority, contingent on receiving an IRS arbitrage refund, with no set date for termination.

• Approved minutes from March 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted audited financial statements for FY 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda items 4-21, including FY 2022 budget and appointments (unanimous)
• Discussed termination timeline, pending IRS arbitrage refund

Police Objective Review Board

The board will review compliment and complaint logs and a body camera video review process. Members will also discuss planning for their first community engagement meeting.

• Review of complaint log summaries
• Body camera video review process for ISB-21-06
• Updates on Messaging and Outreach committees
• Status of the PORB community email address
• Planning for the first community engagement meeting

The board approved February minutes and reviewed body cam footage of a closed investigation, supporting the exoneration of an officer accused of unwarranted force. The annual report will be resent after typographical corrections. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; discussions focused on the board's role and community outreach.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Reviewed body cam footage supporting officer exoneration in closed force case
• Annual report to be resent after typo corrections

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider routine personnel actions, including approving prior meeting minutes, establishing new school district positions, reviewing lateral transfer requests for police officers, and reviewing exam announcements for mechanic positions. All items are administrative in nature.

• Establish 6 additional School Monitor positions for Troy School District
• Two lateral transfer requests for Police Officers from Albany PD
• Establish 1 additional Executive Secretary position for Troy School District
• Review promotional exam for Senior Automotive Mechanic #76219
• Review open competitive exams for Senior Automotive Mechanic #66583 and Fire Equipment Mechanic #68556

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved all items on its agenda, including establishing six additional School Monitor positions for the Troy School District and one additional Executive Secretary position. It also approved two lateral transfer requests for police officers from Albany, and approved exam announcements for Senior Automotive Mechanic and Fire Equipment Mechanic. The minutes from January and February meetings were approved.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of February 15, 2022 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established six additional School Monitor positions for Troy School District (3-0)
• Approved lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Albany PD (3-0)
• Approved lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Albany PD (3-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Senior Automotive Mechanic, Exam #76219 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Senior Automotive Mechanic, Exam #66583 (3-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Fire Equipment Mechanic, Exam #68556 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances and resolutions, including the acceptance of a $600,000 EPA grant for South Troy waterfront cleanup. The agenda also includes lease amendments for water tower facilities and various master services agreements.

• Ordinance to amend Verizon Wireless lease at Tibbits Avenue Water Tower
• Ordinance to accept $600,000 EPA grant for South Troy Waterfront brownfield cleanup
• Ordinance to accept Troy Capital Resource Corporation grant for Neighborhood Improvement Program
• Ordinance to amend lease of space on Peterson Court Water Tank Facility
• Resolution authorizing master services agreements for electrician, land surveying, and engineering services

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on March 3, 2022. The agenda lists only standard items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, including signed legislation and addendum minutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Regular agenda document
• Signed legislation document
• Addendum minutes document

The Troy City Council passed all items on the agenda, including several budget amendments, grant acceptances, and resolutions. Notable actions included approving a PILOT agreement for the Taylor I housing project (6-1), amending a contract with The Chazen Companies for riverfront design work, and appointing Aaron Lozier to the Community Land Bank board (5-2). All other ordinances and resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved 2022 Special Grants Funds budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved 2022 General, Water, Capital, Special Grants, and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Funds budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved two ordinances appropriating NYS Homeland Security funds (7-0 each)
• Declared city-owned personal property as surplus and directed sale/disposal (7-0)
• Approved second amendment of lease at Tibbits Avenue water tower to Verizon Wireless (7-0)
• Accepted EPA grant for brownfield cleanup along South Troy waterfront (7-0)
• Approved PILOT agreement for Taylor I Housing Development Fund Corp (6-1, Steele abstained)
• Appointed Aaron Lozier to Troy Community Land Bank Board (5-2, Steele and Conley-Wilson opposed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to decide on four area and use variance requests, all involving conversions of commercial or existing residential space into additional housing units. The board will also adopt minutes from its February 2 meeting. Public comment can be submitted by email or in person.

• 406 Fulton St.: Greyhill Group seeks variance to convert Illium Building upper floors to up to 50 apartments, exceeding density by 119 units/acre.
• 5 Broadway: Greyhill Group seeks variance to add 9 apartments in Cannon Building, exceeding density by 27 units/acre.
• 476 Pawling Ave.: Caroline Rudd seeks area and use variances to add a one-bedroom apartment, exceeding density and lacking required parking.
• 329 9th St.: McBone, LLC seeks use variance to convert two-family to three-family residence, exceeding density and lacking parking.
• Public comment accepted via zoningboard@troyny.gov at least 6 hours before meeting.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for the Illium Building at 406 Fulton Street, allowing conversion of upper floors from office to residential use. The applicant amended the request from 50 to 40 units, reducing the density relief sought. Public comment was generally in favor, including support from CDTA.

• Approved amended area variance for 40 residential units at 406 Fulton St. (4-0)
• Granted applicant's request to amend variance from 50 to 40 units

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to review its letter to the City Council and any reaction to it, and to strategize next steps. The agenda also includes updates on the website, publicity, and public comments.

• Review of letter to City Council and any reaction
• Strategy for next step
• Update on website
• Publicity review
• Comments from public

The Troy Redistricting Committee met on February 24, 2022, with six members present and one absent. They approved the previous meeting's minutes, appointed Blaise Hartley as site coordinator, and discussed website updates and press release plans. No substantive redistricting decisions were made; the Data Committee will meet to plan next steps for Council District 6.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Peter, second by Agnes)
• Appointed Blaise Hartley as site coordinator (motion by Mary, second by Agnes)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public forum regarding Local Law #1. This proposed law would amend the Troy City Charter to change the size of the independent commission responsible for drawing district boundaries.

• Public forum regarding Local Law #1 to amend the Troy City Charter
• Proposal to increase the number of Redistricting Commission members to between seven and ten

City Council

The Public Safety Committee is scheduled to receive updates from the Police Department and the Fire Department. There is no legislation on this agenda, so there will be no public forum.

• Police Department Updates
• Fire Department Updates

City Council

The Public Utilities Committee is reviewing several utility projects and regulatory updates. Per council rules, this meeting contains no legislation and will not include a public forum.

• Transmission Main Project - South and North Portion
• Albany Pool CSO Project
• EPA and DOH Lead and Copper Rule Revisions

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold a regular board meeting on February 18, 2022. The main item is an initial project resolution for the Lion Factory, along with the executive director's report, new business, and financials. The agenda is otherwise routine, including approval of prior minutes.

• Initial Project Resolution for Lion Factory
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2022 meeting
• Executive Director's Report
• New Business
• Financials

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board is holding its regular February 2022 meeting. The agenda includes approval of January meeting minutes, an executive director's report, discussion of NIP funding, and review of financials. The attached draft minutes from January show the board approved $15,000 in funding to Future of Small Cities, Inc. and reviewed financials showing a fund balance of $511,379.59.

• Approval of January 21, 2022 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• NIP funding discussion
• Financials review

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved a $10,000 contribution to the city council's Neighborhood Improvement Program for 2022, continuing past practice. The board also approved the January 21, 2022 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. The executive director reported the city will cover a $5,000 cost for the Lansingburgh Historic District, and a thank-you letter was received for the Uniting Line contribution.

• Approved the January 21, 2022 board meeting minutes
• Approved $10,000 to fund the city council's Neighborhood Improvement Program in 2022
• Approved the financial statements as presented
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:39 a.m.

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to consider transferring the 1.53-acre property at 3000 Main Street (the 'Alamo') to the City of Troy for $115,000, which will be used to pay down a HUD loan. The board will also discuss a loan modification for BSM Banquet, review financials, and approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Transfer of 3000 Main Street to City for $115,000
• BSM Banquet loan modification discussion
• Approval of December 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• Financial review

The board approved a resolution to transfer the Alamo property at 3000 Main Street to the City of Troy for $115,000, with the LDC acting as lead agency for SEQRA review. The board also approved a loan modification for BSM Banquets, reducing monthly payments from $3,000 to $1,600 over three years at 5% interest, waiving late fees. Financials for January 2022 were approved, showing a fund balance of $1,968,451.49.

• Approved minutes from December 17, 2021 meeting (Nolin abstained)
• Approved amendment making LDC lead agency for Alamo site SEQRA review
• Adopted resolution to transfer 3000 Main Street property to City of Troy for $115,000
• Approved BSM Banquet loan modification: 5% interest, waived late fees, extended note three years
• Approved financials as of January 31, 2022

City Council

The Finance Committee is reviewing several budget amendments including the appropriation of $1,000,000 for a North Central community center. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA funding, the TRIP project, and various municipal fund transfers.

• Appropriation of $1,000,000 for a North Central community center via American Rescue Plan funds
• Budget amendment for Comprehensive Plan Implementation totaling $533,600
• Budget amendment for Lansingburgh Historical District totaling $30,000
• Resolution authorizing a PILOT agreement with Taylor I Housing Development Fund Corporation and Taylor I LLC
• Resolution authorizing contract amendments for five riverfront sites and a Lansingburgh Historic Resource Survey

The Troy City Council unanimously approved several ordinances amending the 2022 budget for general, water, capital, and special grants funds, and appropriated funds from the NYS Department of Homeland Security. It also declared certain city-owned personal property as surplus and directed the comptroller to sell or dispose of it. Resolutions proclaimed March 2022 as Women's History Month and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and authorized a PILOT agreement for Taylor I Housing Development Fund Corporation (6-0-1).

• Approved ordinance amending 2022 Special Grants Funds budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2022 General, Water, Capital, Special Grants and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Funds budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating funds from NYS Department of Homeland Security (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating funds from NYS Department of Homeland Security (7-0)
• Approved ordinance declaring city-owned personal property as surplus and directing sale/disposal (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming March 2022 as Women's History Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming March 2022 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing PILOT agreement with Taylor I Housing Development Fund Corporation and Taylor I LLC (6-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet via Zoom to review multiple business use changes and one new construction project. These items include proposals for restaurants, a gift shop, and a three-story residential and commercial building.

• Change of Use: South Troy Deli & Grocery at 528 Second Street to produce hot food
• Change of Use: Albert Seraj at 469 Fifth Avenue to open Marley Gift Outlet
• Change of Use: Gary Miller at 77 Congress Street to open Calypso Restaurant
• Change of Use: Will Phan at 184 River Street to open The Poké Bar Troy
• Site Plan Review: Nick Riggione at 487 Campbell Avenue for a new 3-story mixed-use building

The Planning Commission approved the January 19th meeting minutes and the consent agenda, which included four change-of-use applications for food service or retail at 528 Second Street, 469 Fifth Avenue, 77 Congress Street, and 184 River Street. The commission issued a negative declaration under SEQR for a proposed 3-story mixed-use building at 487 Campbell Avenue, then tabled the site plan review to the March 16th meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 PM.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 19th, 5-0.
• Approved consent agenda, 5-0, covering change of use for hot food at 528 Second Street, gift shop at 469 Fifth Avenue, restaurant at 77 Congress Street, and restaurant at 184 River Street.
• Issued a Negative Declaration (SEQR) for the 487 Campbell Avenue mixed-use project, 5-0.
• Tabled the 487 Campbell Avenue site plan review to the March 16th Planning Commission meeting, 5-0.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:50 PM, 5-0.

City Council

The General Services Committee will conduct a review of the Parking Department. No legislation is scheduled for this meeting, so there will be no public forum.

• Parking Department review

The Troy City Council held a remote public hearing on a proposed resolution to change traffic direction on Rensselaer Street between 6th Avenue and River Street. Two residents, Judy Meyer and Eric Wisher, spoke during the public forum. No vote or decision was made at this hearing; it was procedural only.

• Held public hearing on proposed traffic direction change for Rensselaer Street between 6th Avenue and River Street
• Heard public comments from Judy Meyer and Eric Wisher
• Adjourned hearing without taking action

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the State Environmental Quality Review for a proposed zone change. The meeting includes department heads, the developer, and a representative from Friends of Mahicantuck.

• Proposed zone change at 1011 2nd Avenue

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving the 2021 annual report, establishing an eligible list for Secretary I, and considering two new positions (Laborer and Recreation Maintenance Worker II) for the General Services Unit. They will also discuss amending the performance/agility test policy.

• Approve 2021 Annual Report
• Establish 4-year eligible list for Secretary I (Exam #2201)
• Add one Laborer position (General Services Unit)
• Add one Recreation Maintenance Worker II position (General Services Unit)
• Amend Performance/Agility Test Policy

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved its 2021 annual report, established a four-year eligible list for Secretary 1 (Exam #2201), created one additional Laborer and one additional Recreation Maintenance Worker II position for the General Services Unit, and amended the Performance/Agility Test Policy to reduce the retake restriction from 6 to 4 months. All votes were 2-0 with one commissioner absent. The January 18, 2022 meeting minutes were tabled.

• Tabled January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved 2021 Annual Report (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible list for Secretary 1, Exam #2201 (2-0)
• Established one additional Laborer position (2-0)
• Established one additional Recreation Maintenance Worker II position (2-0)
• Amended Performance/Agility Test Policy, reducing retake restriction from 6 to 4 months (2-0)

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to review a draft letter to the City Council, along with routine items like approving minutes and handling announcements. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the draft letter being the only substantive item for discussion.

• Review of draft letter to City Council
• Approval of minutes
• Announcements and communication issues
• Public comments

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission met on February 10, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes with a wording change. They also appointed Blaise Hartley as site coordinator for the commission's webpage and discussed setting up a Zoom account and document sharing. The commission reviewed and corrected a report to be sent to City Council members and the City Clerk. No public attended.

• Approved previous meeting minutes with wording change (motion by Blaise, second by Robert)
• Appointed Blaise Hartley as site coordinator (motion by Mary, second by Agnes)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to receive a training presentation on taser/stun-gun use, review open complaint logs, and discuss old and new business. The board will also schedule a special meeting to plan future actions.

• Training presentation on taser/stun-gun policy and procedures
• Status update on open complaint logs ISB-21-24 and ISB-21-26
• Review of complaint log numbers received after ISB-21-28
• Update on creation of board email address by City IT department
• Scheduling of special meeting for strategic planning

The Police Objective Review Board met via Zoom and received updates on TASER training and 2021 police statistics. Members agreed by consensus to hold a special session on February 21 at 11:00 for committees to finalize drafts and discuss community outreach. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Scheduled special session for February 21 at 11:00 (consensus)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 7:52 PM

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, selecting a vice president, and receiving reports on statutory requirements and data. Public comments will be heard. No binding decisions on district maps are on this agenda.

• Selection of a Vice President
• Report on Statutory Requirements (Kehoe)
• Report of Data Committee (Martiniano)
• Approval of Minutes (Sweeney)
• Public comments

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission met and approved minutes, elected Agnes Zink as Vice-Chair, and added Jerry to the Report Writing subcommittee. The Data Subcommittee reported that Council District 6 is out of compliance with the Charter's 18% maximum, at 18.8%. The commission decided to draft a letter to the City Council reporting this finding. The next meeting was set for February 10, 2022.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Agnes Zink as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Added Jerry to Report Writing subcommittee (6-0)
• Decided to draft letter to City Council on district non-compliance
• Set next meeting for February 10, 2022 at Tech Valley Center of Gravity

City Council

The Finance Meeting includes a proposed $33,000 settlement regarding a federal civil rights lawsuit involving a police shooting. The Council will also consider resolutions to commend fire and police personnel for a water rescue and to appoint new Commissioners of Deeds.

• $33,000 settlement for Dahmeek McDonald v. The City of Troy et al.
• Commendation for Troy Fire and Police departments following a river rescue
• Appointment of six Commissioners of Deeds for two-year terms
• Intermunicipal agreement with Capital Region BOCES for IT and cyber security services

The Troy City Council met remotely and approved a settlement in a federal lawsuit brought by Dahmeek Mcdonald against the city, passing unanimously. The council also passed resolutions commending the fire and police departments, appointing commissioners of deeds, and authorizing an intermunicipal agreement with Capital Region BOCES for IT and cybersecurity services.

• Approved settlement in Dahmeek Mcdonald v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Commended Troy Fire and Police Departments (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds for the City of Troy (7-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement with Capital Region BOCES for IT and cybersecurity services (7-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and signed legislation. No substantive policy decisions, public hearings, or financial actions are listed.

• Agenda approval
• Signed legislation document

The Troy City Council approved two legal settlements, an honorary street designation for 'Esposito Way', and an intermunicipal IT/cybersecurity agreement with Capital Region BOCES. A resolution to schedule a public hearing on a charter amendment passed narrowly (4-3). All other resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved settlement in Arsenault and Champito v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Approved settlement in McDonald v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Local Law No. 1 of 2022 amending City Charter (4-3)
• Designated portion of Hill Street as 'Esposito Way' (7-0)
• Commemorated 100th birthday of Dorothy M. Robinson (7-0)
• Adopted resolution in memory of Michael A. Esposito (7-0)
• Commended Troy Fire and Police Departments (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting via Zoom to consider four applications: a use variance and special use permit for used car sales and auto repair at 520 Fifth Avenue, area variances for a lot subdivision at 199 Second Street, a special use permit to convert commercial space to residential at 89 Fourth Street, and an area variance for a parking deficiency at 1624 Highland Avenue. The board will also adopt minutes from the January 5 meeting.

• PLZBA 2022 0002: Use variance and special use permit for used car sales and auto repair at 520 Fifth Avenue
• PLZBA 2022 0007: Area variances for lot subdivision at 199 Second Street (75 ft required, 43 ft proposed)
• PLZBA 2022 0008: Special use permit to convert first floor commercial to residential at 89 Fourth Street
• PLZBA 2022 0009: Area variance for parking deficiency (1 space vs 4 required) at 1624 Highland Avenue
• Adoption of meeting minutes from January 5

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved a parking variance for a proposed grocery/deli at 1624 Highland Avenue and approved a use variance and special use permit for used car sales and auto repair at 520 Fifth Avenue. The board denied area variances for a proposed subdivision at 199 Second Street, which would have allowed three lots on a property in the Washington Park historic district. A special use permit was also approved to convert the first-floor commercial space at 89 Fourth Street to residential.

• Approved area variance for parking deficiency at 1624 Highland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved use variance for used auto sales at 520 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for auto service repair at 520 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Denied area variance for minimum lot width at 199 Second Street (5-0)
• Denied area variance for minimum side setback at 199 Second Street (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for residence below second floor at 89 Fourth Street (5-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes from January 5th (5-0)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to consider funding requests for the Central Lansingburgh Historic District survey and Future of Small Cities, Inc., along with approving minutes, the executive director's report, financials, and new/old business. The agenda includes two funding requests: a $5,000 amendment for an expanded historic district survey and a $15,000 grant for the FOCUS Lab exhibition space.

• Funding request: $5,000 amendment to Neil Larson & Associates for expanded Lansingburgh Historic District survey
• Funding request: $15,000 grant to Future of Small Cities, Inc. for FOCUS Lab at 21 3rd St
• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2021 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financials review

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board approved a $15,000 funding request from Future of Small Cities, Inc. for a temporary lab space in Troy, which will also host a CMOST center. The board also approved the December 17, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial statements as presented. A funding request for the Lansingburgh Historic District was removed from the agenda due to additional costs and will be reconsidered later.

• Approved $15,000 funding to Future of Small Cities, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved December 17, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements as presented (unanimous)
• Removed Lansingburgh Historic District funding request from agenda

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, appoint a treasurer, and consider a supplemental project resolution for Montroy Management. The agenda includes routine administrative items and a new business item that may involve additional financial assistance for a development project.

• Supplemental Project Resolution for Montroy Management
• Appointment of Treasurer
• Approval of December 17, 2021 minutes
• Executive Director's Report
• Financial report review

The Troy Industrial Development Authority approved a supplemental resolution allowing an additional $8,000 in mortgage recording tax exemptions for Montroy Management's project at the former St. Augustine's school, related to an $800,000 bridge loan. The board also appointed Elbert Watson as CFO, approved financials showing a $137,000 deficit for 2021, and approved NY GEO membership and conference registration. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Approved supplemental resolution for $8,000 mortgage recording tax exemption for Montroy Management (5-0)
• Appointed Elbert Watson as CFO of Troy IDA (5-0)
• Approved financials as of Dec 31, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved NY GEO membership ($250) and conference registration for two ($399 each) (5-0)
• Approved December 17, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Troy Independent Redistricting Commission

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission is meeting to establish its operating protocols, including meeting schedule, format, and voting procedures. They will also discuss the work needed for redistricting, such as data requirements, who will do the work, and plans for public input.

• Establishing meeting protocol: schedule, Zoom vs in-person, announcements, approval process, subcommittees
• Discussion of data needs and assignment of work for redistricting
• Planning for public input and public meetings

The Troy Independent Redistricting Commission held its first meeting, elected Jill Nagy as Chair and Mary Sweeney as Secretary, and set a quorum of 5 with simple majority votes. The committee decided to meet in person, form data and report subcommittees, and schedule its next meeting for February 3, 2022. No substantive redistricting decisions were made.

• Elected Jill Nagy as Chair
• Approved Mary Sweeney as Secretary (unanimous)
• Set quorum at 5 members with simple majority for votes
• Decided to meet in person when possible
• Formed Data subcommittee (Robert, Blaise, Peter)
• Formed Report Writing subcommittee (Jill, Robert)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 3, 2022

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to settle a lawsuit regarding a 2017 trip-and-fall on Seventh Avenue. The body is also discussing changes to the redistricting commission and adjustments to parking staff funding.

• Proposed $20,000 settlement for plaintiffs Maryellen Arsenault and Felix Champito
• Local Law to increase the number of Redistricting Commission members
• Budget transfer to replace a full-time parking attendant with part-time staff
• Designation of Hill Street between Liberty and Washington Streets as 'Esposito Way'
• Sale or disposal of surplus city property including 17 desks and 3 filing cabinets

The Troy City Council held a remote finance meeting and passed several ordinances and resolutions. The most notable actions included transferring funds within the 2022 General Fund (4-3), declaring city-owned property as surplus for sale or disposal (7-0), and authorizing a settlement in a lawsuit against the city (7-0). The council also approved resolutions for Black History Month, an honorary street designation, and a fourth city marshal appointment (4-3).

• Approved ordinance transferring funds within 2022 General Fund (4-3)
• Approved ordinance declaring city property surplus and directing sale/disposal (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing settlement in Arsenault and Champito v. City of Troy (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming February 2022 as Black History Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution designating part of Hill Street as 'Esposito Way' (7-0)
• Approved resolution commemorating Dorothy M. Robinson's 100th birthday (7-0)
• Approved resolution in memory of Michael A. Esposito (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing a fourth city marshal (4-3)

City Council

This is a special meeting agenda for the Troy, NY City Council on January 20, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural headings for the agenda and meeting materials, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. It appears to be a boilerplate agenda with no substantive business.

The Troy City Council held a special remote meeting on January 20, 2022, and took three actions. It passed an ordinance declaring certain city-owned personal property as surplus and directing the comptroller to sell or dispose of it (7-0). It also passed a resolution proclaiming February 2022 as Black History Month (7-0). A resolution appointing a fourth city marshal passed narrowly (4-3).

• Declared city-owned personal property as surplus and directed comptroller to sell/dispose (7-0)
• Proclaimed February 2022 as Black History Month (7-0)
• Appointed a fourth city marshal (4-3)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several requests including building height changes at King’s Landing II and multiple commercial-to-residential conversions. The meeting also includes requests for 12-month site plan approval extensions for Country Garden Apartments and 750 Second Avenue.

• 12-month site plan extension for 144 units at 101-119 Country Garden Apartments
• 12-month site plan extension for mixed-use building at 750 Second Avenue
• Concept review to reduce Federal Street building height to five levels at King’s Landing II
• Change of use for used car sales and auto repair at 520 Fifth Avenue
• Conversion of four office floors into 45-50 apartments at 406 Fulton Street

The Troy Planning Commission approved a conditional change of use for 406 Fulton Street (Illium Building) to convert upper floors to residential, with conditions including fewer than 50 units and DPU compliance. It also approved a change of use for 5 Broadway (Cannon Building) to add 8 apartments, with a negative SEQR declaration. Both approvals were 5-0. The commission also approved a consent agenda for site plan extensions and provided a positive recommendation for 520 Fifth Avenue's used car sales and auto repair use.

• Approved consent agenda for site plan extensions (5-0)
• Provided positive recommendation to ZBA for 520 Fifth Avenue change of use (5-0)
• Approved conditional change of use for 406 Fulton Street (5-0)
• Approved negative SEQR declaration for 406 Fulton Street (3-2)
• Approved conditional change of use for 5 Broadway (5-0)
• Approved negative SEQR declaration for 5 Broadway (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review meeting minutes and consider several personnel actions, including establishing new positions for the Troy School District, Troy Housing Authority, and City of Troy, revising a job specification, and reclassifying a position. The agenda also includes establishing eligible lists for water plant operator exams and reviewing a police officer lateral transfer request.

• Establish 1 Human Resource Generalist position for Troy School District
• Establish 1 Account Clerk position for Troy Housing Authority
• Establish 2 Deputy Corporation Counsel positions for City of Troy Law Unit
• Reclassify 1 Community Service Liaison to Junior Administrative Assistant for Public Safety Unit
• Review lateral transfer of 1 Police Officer from Town of East Greenbush Police Department

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board will hear a training presentation from Captain Conyers on body camera policies and evidence dissemination, receive updates on specific complaints and compliment logs, and discuss changes to Emotionally Disturbed Persons response. The board will also get an update from Mayor Madden on the Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative report and form three committees (Message, Outreach, Report) for the new year.

• Training on body cam policy and evidence dissemination (ISB 21-06)
• Updates on complaint logs ISB 21-08 and ISB 21-14
• Compliment/complaint logs from ISB-21-22 to end of 2021
• Changes to Emotionally Disturbed Persons Response efforts
• Formation of Message, Outreach, and Report committees

The board discussed body camera evidence limitations and the department's mental health training program. It established three committees—Messaging, Outreach, and Report—to improve community engagement and transparency. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Created Messaging Committee (Stacy chair, Elijah) to develop an introductory message
• Created Outreach Committee (Columbus chair, Taneisha, Michael) to list community groups
• Created Report Committee (Starletta chair, Jeff, Marcus) to prepare annual reports
• Scheduled next meeting for February 1

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to decide on several variance requests and an appeal. The most significant item is a proposal by Keystone Homes to build 90 residential units in three four-story buildings on Cemetery Road and Gurley Avenue, which requires variances for lot area and width. The board will also consider an appeal regarding the classification of a Fifth Avenue business and a special use permit for a proposed bar and restaurant, as well as variances for a renovation project on Havermans Avenue.

• PLZBA 2021 0077: Keystone Homes seeks variances for 90-unit development at Cemetery Road & Gurley Avenue (5.007 acres, 1,123.62 ft frontage)
• PLZBA 2021 0078: Appeal of code enforcement determination that 443 Fifth Avenue is a tavern, not a restaurant
• PLZBA 2021 0078: Special use permit and parking variance for 'The Empire Lounge' bar/restaurant at 443 Fifth Avenue
• PLZBA 2021 0079: Variances for renovation and addition at 78-80 Havermans Avenue (rear setback, lot coverage, green space, parking)
• Adoption of meeting minutes from December 1

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals approved area variances for a 90-unit apartment complex at Cemetery Road and Gurley Avenue, despite public opposition. The board also approved a special use permit and parking variance for a tavern at 443 Fifth Avenue, and variances for a residential renovation at 78-80 Havermans Avenue. An appeal regarding the tavern's classification was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved area variance for minimum lot area at Cemetery Road & Gurley Avenue (5-0)
• Approved area variance for minimum lot width at Cemetery Road & Gurley Avenue (3-2)
• Approved special use permit for tavern at 443 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved area variance for parking deficiency at 443 Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved area variances for renovation at 78-80 Havermans Avenue (5-0)
• Withdrawn appeal on tavern classification at 443 Fifth Avenue

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items for the organization of the meeting. No specific legislative actions or discussions are detailed in the text.

The Troy City Council held its annual organization meeting remotely, passing all routine administrative items unanimously. The council appointed Maria Debonis as City Clerk, Gayle Cole as City Auditor, and Jim Gulli as President Pro Tempore, along with several other appointments. All resolutions passed with 7-0 votes except the appointment of City Marshals, which passed 6-1 with Council Member Steele voting no.

• Appointed Maria Debonis as City Clerk (7-0)
• Appointed Gayle Cole as City Auditor (7-0)
• Selected Jim Gulli as President Pro Tempore (7-0)
• Appointed City Marshals (6-1, Steele no)
• Adopted Council Rules of Order (7-0)
• Set 2022 regular monthly meeting dates (7-0)
• Designated The Record as official newspaper (7-0)
• Designated Pioneer Commercial Bank as official depository (7-0)