Troy public meetings in 2023

Civil Service Commission

The commission will review several open competitive and promotional exam announcements. The body will also consider the establishment of one additional Sign Maintenance Person position for General Services.

• Review of promotional exams for Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, and Assistant Fire Chief
• Review of open competitive exams for Executive Secretary, Family Self Sufficiency Coordinator, and Data Entry Machine Operator
• Consideration of an MSD-222A to add one Sign Maintenance Person position for General Services
• Review of the amended eligible list for Library Assistant (Exam #2304)
• Review of the exempt class status for the Private Secretary to Corporation Counsel position

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review the 3rd Quarter and year-to-date financial reports. The body is deciding on the sale of a city-owned property and considering two commemorative resolutions.

• Proposed sale of surplus real property at 5 Balsam Avenue to Michael J. Flynn for $200,000 cash
• Resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the publication of 'A Visit From Saint Nicholas'
• Resolution commending Carmella Mantello for eight years of service as Council President
• 3rd Quarter and Year to Date Review by City Comptroller Andy Piotrowski

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review several open competitive exam announcements and consider establishing new or re-established positions within Public Safety, Fire, and Troy Housing. The meeting also includes exempt class reviews for the Private Secretary to Corporation Counsel and City Treasurer positions.

• Establishment of one Automotive Helper position in Public Safety, Fire
• Establishment of one Assistant Affordable Housing Specialist position
• Re-establishment of one City Treasurer position
• Review of Stock Clerk (Exam #60155) and Purchasing Agent (Exam #85622) exam announcements
• Establishment of a four-year eligible list for Library Assistant (Exam #2304)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss new business including a stipend for the acting board secretary. They will also review resolutions for the 6th round of the Community Business Investment Grant Program and review financials.

• Acting Board Secretary Stipend discussion
• Community Business Investment Grant Program Resolutions – 6th Round
• Financial review

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, hear the Executive Director's report, and consider new business including a sales tax exemption extension for Red Tail Troy, LLC and a new application for 3075 6th Ave. The board will also review financials and may act on contracts, such as a $30,000 market study for the South Troy BOA and a $25,000 match for a regional safety plan.

• Sales Tax Exemption Extension – Red Tail Troy, LLC
• Application for Sales Tax Exemption – 3075 6th Ave
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's Report
• Financial review

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board is meeting to consider two sponsorship requests: $5,000 for Tech Valley Center of Gravity and $20,000 for the RPI Charles Nalle Walking Tour. The board will also review minutes, the executive director's report, and financials. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major policy decisions.

• Sponsorship request: Tech Valley Center of Gravity 2024 - $5,000
• Sponsorship request: RPI Charles Nalle Walking Tour - $20,000
• Financials: total assets $391,379, cash $171,879, zero liabilities as of Sept 30, 2023
• Budget review: annual bond fees $4,500, sponsorship requests total $50,000

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss amending the General and Capital Projects Fund budgets and authorizing the relevy of various unpaid fees onto 2024 property tax bills. The body will also consider employment agreements for police and fire department leadership.

• Transfer of $204,008.45 for police vehicles to the Capital Projects Fund
• Relevy of unpaid water, vacant building, solid waste, and demolition charges onto 2024 property tax bills
• Sale of surplus real property at 454 Hoosick Street
• Employment agreements for the Chief of the Troy Fire Department
• Employment agreements for the Chief, Deputy Chief, and Assistant Chief of the Troy Police Department

City Council

The Finance Meeting will discuss a resolution to provide an honorary street designation. The proposal seeks to honor Allene Gamble for her community service and contributions to Troy.

• Resolution 108: Designating a portion of 9th Street as Allene Gamble Way

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a proposal by Joseph Ciliento to lease part of a vacant building to Kennedy’s Tow Tune Tire. The request involves obtaining a use variance for an automotive repair and towing business.

• Use variance for Kennedy’s Tow Tune Tire at 1 Ingalls Ave
• Adoption of September 6th meeting minutes

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board is meeting to review a case file and body camera footage presented by Captain Conyers, and to discuss plans for 2024, including website use and reestablishing communication and outreach committees. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the case review.

• Review of case file OPS-23-11 and body cam footage
• Discussion on utilizing the City's website
• Reestablishing Communication and Outreach Committees
• Introduction of two TPD command staff members

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt or amend the Mayor's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The body will also consider ordinances to update water and sewer rates and Frear Park Municipal Golf Course fees.

• Proposed total property tax levy of $28,832,102 for Fiscal Year 2024
• Proposed water meter rate increase to $4.432 per 1,000 gallons
• Proposed sewer rate of $3.235 per 1,000 gallons
• Proposed fee increases for Frear Park Municipal Golf Course, including resident season passes up to $1,500
• Budget appropriations including $82,068,198 for the General Fund

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review minutes from previous meetings and consider establishing several new positions for the Troy Public Library and Troy Housing. The commission will also establish or review various competitive and promotional exam lists for city roles.

• Establishment of Student Helper position for Troy Public Library
• Creation of four new positions for Troy Housing, including Building Maintenance Supervisor and Asset Manager
• Establishment of four-year eligible lists for Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, Secretary I, Programmer Analyst, and Computer Network Manager
• Review of amended Police Officer and Spanish Speaking Police Officer lists
• Review of multiple exam announcements for Code Inspector, Building Inspector, and Plans Examiner roles

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review minutes from previous meetings and consider establishing several new positions for the Troy Public Library and Troy Housing. The commission will also establish or review multiple competitive and promotional exam lists for various city roles.

• Establishment of Student Helper position for Troy Public Library
• Creation of four new positions for Troy Housing, including Building Maintenance Supervisor and Asset Manager
• Establishment of four-year eligible lists for Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, Secretary I, Programmer Analyst, and Computer Network Manager
• Review of amended Police Officer and Spanish Speaking Police Officer lists
• Review of various exam announcements for Code Inspectors and Building Plans Examiners

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to consider new business, including a Church Street alley lighting and improvements project, and to vote on the 5th round of Community Business Investment Grant resolutions for three properties. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, an executive director's report, and financials.

• Church Street Alley Lighting and Improvements project discussion
• Community Business Investment Grant resolutions for 58 King Street, 295 1st Street, and 475 5th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financial review

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority board is meeting to consider new business including an economic impact study and a Safe Streets for All funding request, and to revisit the 2nd Avenue Riverfront Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail with Verity Engineering. The board will also review financials and approve minutes from the prior meeting. No votes are listed on the agenda itself.

• Economic Impact Study by HR&A Associates
• Safe Streets for All Project funding request
• Verity Engineering - 2nd Avenue Riverfront Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail
• Approval of October 20, 2023 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report and financial review

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several budget amendments and grant acceptances. Key items include funding for lead line inventories and gun violence elimination, as well as agreements for animal sheltering and emergency equipment.

• Ordinance to accept $572,000 NYS Department of Health grant for lead service line inventory
• Ordinance to accept $548,107 grant from the Division of Criminal Justice Services for Gun Involved Violence Elimination
• Resolution to purchase Honeywell Morning Pride Ben 3 helmets from Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.
• Resolution to enter two agreements with Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for animal sheltering services
• Resolution to schedule public hearings on proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2023 regarding the City Charter

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 15, 2023, to act on three site plan reviews: RPI's proposed open-air pavilions and sport court at two locations, a cannabis processor and distributor at 16 Northern Drive, and Unity House's conversion of a vacant house into a teaching kitchen at 185 Earl Street. The meeting also includes adoption of October meeting minutes.

• RPI proposes two open-air pavilions with restrooms and A/V rooms at Freshman Hill and corner of Sunset Terrace and Beman Lane, plus a sport court for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball
• FRMIDA LLC DBA Zuuld seeks approval for an adult-use cannabis processor and distributor using prefabricated lab containers at 16 Northern Drive
• Unity House of Troy plans to renovate a vacant house at 185 Earl Street into a teaching kitchen with dining space and full kitchen
• Public comment accepted via email to planningcommission@troyny.gov up to six hours before the meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission is meeting to establish two new four-year competitive eligible lists for Police Officer positions. The commission will also address an amendment to the Fire Captain promotional list.

• Establishment of Police Officer eligible list (Exam #65192)
• Establishment of Spanish Speaking Police Officer eligible list (Exam #66234)
• Amendment to Fire Captain promotional exam list #79213 due to clerical error

Police Objective Review Board

The Police Objective Review Board is meeting to discuss the incoming administration, hear presentations from Troy Police Department command staff about their responsibilities and future plans, and review case file OPS-23-07, including body camera footage, presented by Capt. Conyers. The agenda includes no unfinished business.

• Review of Chap 79, Art II/concerns
• Preparations for incoming administration
• Introductions and presentations from TPD command staff
• Capt. Conyers presents case file OPS-23-07 and body cam footage

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budget transfers for police technology and DPU training, as well as a $500,000 appropriation for lead service line replacements. The body is also considering the sale of city-owned property and a new appointment for Commissioner of Deeds.

• Ordinance to appropriate $500,000 from the Water Fund for public-side lead service line replacements
• Budget transfer of $48,500 for a third-party technology consultant for the Police Department
• Proposed sale of surplus city property at 5 Balsam Avenue to Michael J. Flynn for $200,000
• Appointment of Rebecca R. Zido as Commissioner of Deeds for a two-year term
• Resolution commending Fire Chief Eric McMahon for 34 years of service

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and discuss new business including budgets and appraisals. The main action items are resolutions for the fourth round of the Community Business Investment Grant Program, covering five properties, and a review of financials.

• Community Business Investment Grant resolutions for 212 4th Street, 216 4th Street (DeFazio & Son, Inc.), 421-425 River Street (Toast of the Hudson, LLC), 680 River Street (The Ale House), and 885 5th Avenue (Casa Blanca Troy Realty)
• Discussion of 2024 budget draft
• Armstrong Appraisals item
• Approval of September 22, 2023 meeting minutes

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is meeting to hold public hearings on two proposed projects: a mixed-use development at 155 River Street and a conversion of the former Catholic Central High School at 625 7th Avenue. The board will also consider resolutions for these projects, approve minutes, and review the executive director's report and financials.

• Public hearing for 155 River Street project: 22 market-rate apartments and 2,500 sq ft commercial space
• Public hearing for 625 7th Avenue project: former Catholic Central High School conversion to apartments
• Initial Project Resolution for 1818 5th Avenue
• Project Authorizing Resolutions for 155 River Street and 625 7th Avenue
• Budget review

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will meet to approve minutes from August, hear the executive director's report, review the 2024 budget draft, and consider a sponsorship request from Tech Valley Center of Gravity. The board will also review financial statements. The agenda is routine but includes a concrete funding decision.

• Sponsorship request from Tech Valley Center of Gravity for 2024
• 2024 budget draft shows projected deficit of $53,900
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report on sustainability committee event planning
• Review of financial statements

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions at its October 19, 2023 finance meeting. Key items include accepting $17,048 from the NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee for police traffic services, a $1,200 grant for the Child Passenger Safety Program, and a series of budget amendments across multiple funds. The council will also vote on a settlement with Albany Med Health System and a resolution to develop a regional Vision Zero safety plan.

• Ordinance to accept $17,048 NYS grant for Police Traffic Services Program
• Ordinance to accept $1,200 NYS grant for Child Passenger Safety Program
• Ordinance amending General, Garbage, and Water Fund budgets with multiple adjustments
• Ordinance authorizing settlement of claim with Albany Med Health System (Index No. EF2021-268511)
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Capital Region Transportation Council for Vision Zero Safety Action Plan

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 18, 2023, to review several site plans and special use permits. Items include a proposed 231-unit apartment complex, a cannabis grower's showcase, a crisis residence, and other commercial projects. The meeting will be held in person with virtual attendance available.

• Starlight Development LLC: 3 multifamily buildings, 231 units, 11-acre site at 1011 2nd Avenue
• Thomas Roland: Cannabis Grower's Showcase open-air market at 133-137 Fourth Street
• Unity House of Troy Inc.: 6-bed crisis residence at 309 & 311 Eighth Street
• R.P.I.: recreational pavilions and sport courts at Freshman Hill and Sunset Terrace/Beman Lane
• Michael Kang: 25-seat cocktail bar at 124 Fourth Street

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and establish multiple four-year eligible lists for various city positions. The commission will also review exam announcements for Engineering Aide and Radio Dispatcher.

• Establishment of Account Clerk, Payroll Clerk, and Payroll Technician lists
• Establishment of Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain promotional lists
• Establishment of Water Laboratory Technician list
• Review of Engineering Aide exam announcement
• Review of Radio Dispatcher exam announcement

City Council

The Troy City Council Public Safety Committee is meeting to review policies on speed cameras and sirens, discuss ongoing training and discipline, and examine crime statistics. No binding votes are scheduled; the session is a discussion-only review of current practices.

• Review of policies regarding speed cameras and sirens
• Discussion of ongoing training and discipline procedures
• Presentation and discussion of crime statistics

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a special meeting and finance committee meeting to consider and vote on legislation. The agenda includes signed legislation from the special meeting.

• Special meeting and finance committee agenda published
• Signed legislation from the special meeting to be considered

City Council

The Troy City Council will vote on four resolutions: appointing Commissioners of Deeds, reappointing Paul Fagan to the Board of Assessment Review, ratifying a new labor agreement with the Troy Uniformed Firefighters Association (Local 86) covering 2023-2024, and expressing support for a state bill (S.4350-A) that would create a Safe Water Infrastructure Action Program to fund municipal water, stormwater, and sewer system repairs.

• Resolution ratifying Memorandum of Agreement with Troy Uniformed Firefighters Association, Local 86, for 2023-2024
• Resolution supporting NYS Senate Bill 4350-A to establish Safe Water Infrastructure Action Program for municipal water/sewer funding
• Reappointment of Paul Fagan to Board of Assessment Review for five-year term ending September 30, 2028
• Appointment of three Commissioners of Deeds: Concettina Graber, Jennifer Wendell, Meghan Labarge

City Council

The General Services Committee will meet to receive an update on solid waste management in the city and discuss office communications and code/litter violations. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and informational.

• Update on solid waste in the city
• Discussion of office communication
• Review of code and litter violations

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and signed legislation. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Signed legislation document

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including roll call, minutes, and chairman's remarks. The main item is a review of bodycam footage related to complaint case OPS 23-05, presented by Captain Conyers. No old business is listed.

• Review of bodycam footage for case OPS 23-05
• Presentation by Captain Conyers
• Comments from TPD Command Staff

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board met and approved two Community Business Investment Grant awards totaling up to $100,000 for projects at 348 Congress Street and 405-407 River Street. The board also approved a $15,000 annual stipend for Dylan Turek as Executive Director and reviewed financials showing a fund balance of $2,180,231. The meeting included an executive session on real estate with no action taken.

• Approved $100,000 in grants for 348 Congress Street and 405-407 River Street
• Approved $15,000 annual stipend for Executive Director Dylan Turek
• Financials: $3,903,376 total assets, $2,180,231 fund balance as of July 31, 2023
• Discussed District Geothermal Contracts and South Troy
• Tabled minutes from July 21, 2023 due to lack of quorum

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold a board meeting on September 22, 2023, to approve minutes, hear the Executive Director's report, and consider new business, including an initial project resolution for 155 River Street. They will also receive updates on the 625 7th Avenue project, Riverwalk Marina North, and South Troy Brownfields, and review financials. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions.

• Initial Project Resolution for 155 River Street
• Project update on 625 7th Avenue (Catholic Central High School redevelopment)
• Project update on Riverwalk Marina North and Extension
• South Troy Brownfields Opportunity update
• Financial review

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider three ordinances amending the 2023 budget, including adjustments to the General, Garbage, and Special Grants funds, and acceptance of a $128,590.90 federal grant for fire department equipment. A resolution to appoint Commissioners of Deeds is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 67: Amends General, Garbage, and Special Grants fund budgets with transfers for General Services, Fire Department vehicle repairs, and CDBG/ESG/HOME program allocations.
• Ordinance 68: Accepts a $128,590.90 U.S. Department of Homeland Security AFG grant with a $12,859.10 local match to purchase 120 helmets, 3 washer-extractors, and 3 dryers for the Fire Department.
• Ordinance 69: Appropriates funding from federal forfeitures to purchase a safety rescue vehicle.
• Resolution 93: Appoints Commissioners of Deeds for the City of Troy.

City Council

The City Council is holding a third investigative public hearing on the unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex, which led to an emergency evacuation of over 50 apartments. Only invited witnesses will testify; no public forum is scheduled.

• Third investigative hearing on Harbour Point Gardens structural safety
• Emergency evacuation of more than 50 apartments due to unsafe conditions
• Meeting at Troy City Hall, 433 River Street, 5th Floor
• Live-streamed on City Council's YouTube channel

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 20, 2023, to review and act on several development proposals. These include a 231-unit apartment complex, a cocktail bar, a beverage tasting room, a crisis center, and a cannabis growers showcase. The commission will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• PLPC 2023 0039: 1011 2nd Avenue – 231-unit multifamily apartment complex with underground parking (Starlight Development LLC)
• PLPC 2023 0021: 124 Fourth Street – 25-seat cocktail bar with tapas, office and event space (Michael Kang)
• PLPC 2021 0076: 1467 Fifth Avenue – retail tasting room for kombucha, cider, mead, fruit wines (Yesfolk LLC and Chabacano LLC)
• PLPC 2021 0030: 309 & 311 Eighth Street – 6-bed Situational Crisis Center Residence (Unity House of Troy Inc.)
• PLPC 2023 0042: 133-137 Fourth Street – Cannabis Grower's Showcase open air market (Thomas Roland)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider minutes from prior meetings, review 11 open competitive and promotional exam announcements for various city positions, and establish four-year eligible lists for Library Associate, Administrative Assistant, and Director of Finance and Human Resources. The commission will also consider requests to create a Building Maintenance Mechanic position for the Troy School District and a Director of Code Enforcement position for the City of Troy.

• Review exam announcements for Secretary I, Programmer Analyst, Computer Network Manager, and other positions
• Establish eligible lists for Library Associate, Administrative Assistant, and Director of Finance and Human Resources
• Consider creating a Building Maintenance Mechanic position for Troy School District
• Consider creating a Director of Code Enforcement position for City of Troy General Services

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to discuss and vote on its webpage design, review ride-along activities, and address community concerns about police radio encryption. The board will also consider purchasing the book 'Opening Doors' and review case files and bodycam footage.

• Vote on webpage design
• Discussion of ride-along activity
• Explanation of radio scanner encryption and its impact on transparency
• Proposal to purchase 'Opening Doors' book
• Review of case incident 23-06 and video of complaint incident 23-04

The Board unanimously approved the final design for the PORB website. Members reviewed two police case files and agreed with the previous dispositions of exoneration. Mayor Madden will consider a request to purchase the book “Opening Doors” for Board members.

• Approved final design of PORB website (unanimous)
• Agreed with exonerated disposition for case OPS 23-04
• Agreed with exonerated/unfounded disposition for case OPS 23-06

City Council

The City Council will consider two resolutions: one to honor the late William Earl Harrison, Sr. by designating a portion of Seventh Avenue between State and Congress Streets as 'Earl Harrison Way', and another to appoint Colleen M. Hayes as Commissioner of Deeds for a two-year term.

• Resolution to designate Seventh Avenue between State and Congress Streets as 'Earl Harrison Way'
• Appointment of Colleen M. Hayes as Commissioner of Deeds for a two-year term (Sept. 8, 2023 – Sept. 7, 2025)

The City Council passed several resolutions, including the designation of a street name and the appointment of a Commissioner of Deeds. The council also authorized a subpoena to investigate unsafe conditions and emergency evacuations at the Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex.

• Designated a portion of Seventh Avenue as 'Earl Harrison Way' (6-0)
• Appointed a Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy (6-0)
• Commemorated the 150th Anniversary of St. Michael The Archangel Parish (6-0)
• Supported A05477 and S05781-A to exempt poll worker income from income definitions (6-0)
• Authorized a subpoena for testimony regarding unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens (6-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public utilities meeting to review the Department of Public Utilities organizational structure and receive an update on the Lead Service Pipes Replacement Program. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Department of Public Utilities organizational structure
• Update on Lead Service Pipes Replacement Program

The committee received updates on a proposed organizational structure for the Water Department and the Lead Pipes Project. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a regular meeting with a single agenda item: the approval of signed legislation from the September 7, 2023 regular meeting. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of signed legislation from the 09/07/2023 regular meeting

The City Council approved several budget adjustments, property reconveyances, and service contracts. Key actions included reducing speed limits in Vanderheyden Estates and authorizing a subpoena regarding the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex.

• Reduced speed limit to 25 mph on Wynantskill Way, Granite Lane, and Cobblestone Lane (6-0)
• Approved building permit fee waiver for Griswold Heights Apartments Project (4-1)
• Authorized subpoena for investigation into Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex (6-0)
• Approved PILOT agreement for Griswold Heights Apartments Project (4-1)
• Designated portion of Seventh Avenue as 'Earl Harrison Way' (6-0)
• Approved contract with Manitou Incorporated for fire and EMS staffing study (6-0)
• Authorized reconveyance of real property at 376 Ninth Street and 29 Ridge Drive (6-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Capital Projects, General, and Water funds (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on September 6, 2023, to hear proposals regarding use and area variances. The board will also vote to adopt the minutes from the July 5th meeting.

• Use variance for converting a former elderly home into 10 apartments at 36 Pawling Ave
• Area variance for a three-story two-family building at 813 First Ave
• Proposed setback relief from 50 feet to 25 feet from the Hudson River high-water mark
• Proposed height relief from 2.5 stories to 3 stories at 813 First Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance to convert a former elderly home into 10 apartments. The board also granted area variances for a new three-story two-family building on First Avenue.

• Approved July 5 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Negative Declaration (SEQR) for 36 Pawling Ave (5-0)
• Approved use variance to convert 36 Pawling Ave into 10 apartments (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 813 First Ave regarding river setback and building height (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural special meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda includes only a special agenda document and signed legislation from the meeting. No substantive items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Consideration of signed legislation from the August 24 special meeting

The City Council approved a resolution to issue subpoenas regarding the unsafe conditions at the Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex. The investigation focuses on the emergency evacuation of over 50 apartments and the response of the landlord, 182 Delaware LLC.

• Approved resolution authorizing subpoenas for investigation into Harbour Point Gardens (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council will hold a finance meeting to consider a series of ordinances and resolutions, including property reconveyances, budget amendments, and a speed limit reduction. The agenda includes several routine administrative items, such as declaring surplus property and accepting grant funding, as well as a resolution to issue subpoenas related to an investigation of unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens.

• Ordinance to reduce speed limit from 30 to 25 mph on Wynantskill Way, Granite Lane, and Cobblestone Lane in Vanderheyden Estates
• Ordinance authorizing reconveyance of 376 Ninth Street to former owner Consanuga Harris after bankruptcy settlement
• Resolution authorizing subpoenas in investigation of unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex
• Resolution to execute a PILOT agreement for Griswold Heights Apartments project
• Ordinance waiving building permit fees for Troy Housing Authority's Griswold Heights Apartments project

The City Council passed multiple ordinances regarding budget transfers, property reconveyance, and speed limit reductions. The council also approved several professional service contracts and authorized subpoenas for an investigation into the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex.

• Approved speed limit reduction to 25 mph in Vanderheyden Estates (5-0)
• Approved building permit fee waiver for Griswold Heights Apartments (4-1)
• Approved PILOT agreement for Griswold Heights Apartments project (4-1)
• Authorized subpoenas for investigation into Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex (4-1)
• Approved contract with Manitou Incorporated for fire and EMS staffing study (5-0)
• Approved contract with The Bonadio Group for independent auditing services (5-0)
• Approved contract with Marshall & Sterling Upstate Inc. for insurance brokerage (5-0)
• Tabled ordinance transferring funds between Water and Sewer Fund budgets (5-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will consider approving a resolution to award up to $100,000 in Community Business Investment Grants to two recommended applicants, with each award not exceeding $50,000. The board will also review the executive director agreement transfer to Dylan Turek, discuss the meeting schedule, and receive financial reports. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 21, 2023 meeting.

• Resolution to award up to $100,000 in grants (two applicants, $50,000 each) under the Community Business Investment Grant Program
• Executive Director Agreement transfer to Dylan Turek
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2023 board meeting
• Financial report and statement of activity
• Overview of meeting schedule

The board appointed Dylan Turek as Executive Director and approved two small business grants for property improvements. Financial statements as of July 31, 2023, were also approved.

• Approved Dylan Turek as Executive Director with an annual stipend of $15,000
• Approved Community Business Investment Grant projects for 348 Congress Street and 405-407 River Street
• Authorized expenditure of up to $100,000 for small business grants (max $50,000 per award)
• Approved July 31, 2023 financial statements
• Tabled July 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is meeting to consider two main items: an initial project resolution for the redevelopment of the former Catholic Central High School at 625 7th Avenue into 109 market-rate apartments and commercial space, and a funding request of $11,000 to match a state grant for the Riverwalk Marina North trail extension. The board will also review minutes, financials, and old business items.

• Initial project resolution for 625 7th Ave, LLC: redevelop Catholic Central High School into 74 apartments in school building, 35 in gymnasium, and 7,500 sq ft commercial space
• Funding request for $11,000 to match expiring DOS grant for Riverwalk Marina North design and construction administration
• Financials as of June 30, 2023: total assets $1,039,627, cash $957,003, no liabilities
• Discussion of banking options and interest rates with Pioneer Bank
• Formation of subcommittee to explore referring city projects to Troy IDA

The board approved an initial project resolution to convert the former Catholic Central High School into residential units and commercial space. The board also approved $11,000 in funding for the Riverwalk Marina North project and accepted the July 2023 financial statements.

• Approved Initial Project Resolution for 625 7th Avenue, LLC to convert former school to residential and commercial use
• Approved $11,000 in funding for Riverwalk Marina North
• Approved July 21, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as of July 31, 2023

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation voted to issue a $10,000 grant to the Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center, Inc. (CCIAC) to cover capital expenses for the 2023 'Circus in the Park' event. The resolution authorizes the grant and the execution of a grant agreement. The meeting was held on August 18, 2023, and the resolution was adopted.

• $10,000 grant to Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center, Inc.
• Funding for 'Circus in the Park' 2023 capital expenses
• Authorization to execute grant agreement and related documents

The board approved a sponsorship of $11,000 to cover the budget shortfall for the Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center (CCAIC). The board also approved the June 30, 2023 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of July 31, 2023.

• Approved $11,000 sponsorship for Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center
• Approved June 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The City Council will hold an investigative public hearing regarding unsafe conditions at the Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex that led to the emergency evacuation of over 50 apartments. Only invited witnesses will testify; no general public forum is scheduled.

• Investigative public hearing on unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex
• Emergency evacuation of more than 50 apartments due to structural hazards
• Meeting to be live-streamed on City Council's YouTube channel
• No public forum for non-invited speakers

City Council

The Troy City Council Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss police scanner technology. The agenda includes only this single item for discussion.

• Discussion of police scanner technology

The meeting consisted of a public forum and a discussion regarding police scanner technology. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 16, 2023, to review and act on several site plan and sketch plan applications. The most significant item is a proposal by Starlight Development LLC to build 231 multifamily apartment units at 1011 2nd Avenue. Other items include a cocktail bar at 124 Fourth Street and a strip mall at 269-275 Fifth Avenue. The meeting is in-person with virtual attendance available.

• PLPC 2023 0039: 231-unit multifamily development at 1011 2nd Avenue (Starlight Development LLC)
• PLPC 2023 0021: 25-seat cocktail bar with office/event space at 124 Fourth Street (Michael Kang)
• PLPC 2023 0040: 6,400 sq ft strip mall with laundromat and 3 retail units at 269-275 Fifth Avenue (Bruner LLC)
• Adoption of meeting minutes from July 16, 2023

The Planning Commission declared applications complete for a new cocktail bar at 124 Fourth Street and a strip mall at 269-275 Fifth Avenue. Both projects were scheduled for public hearings on September 20. A public hearing for a multifamily project at 1011 2nd Avenue was adjourned to September.

• Adopted July 19th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 1011 2nd Ave project to September meeting (6-0)
• Declared application complete for 124 Fourth Street cocktail bar (6-0)
• Acted as lead agency under SEQRA for 124 Fourth Street (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 124 Fourth Street for September 20 (6-0)
• Declared application complete for 269-275 Fifth Avenue strip mall (6-0)
• Acted as lead agency under SEQRA for 269-275 Fifth Avenue (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 269-275 Fifth Avenue for September 20 (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will review several competitive and promotional exam announcements. The meeting also includes proposals to establish four new positions within the Troy Housing Authority and Public Utilities Unit.

• Establishment of Senior Affordable Housing Specialist position
• Establishment of Supervisor of Water position
• Establishment of Supervisor of Sewer position
• Establishment of Supervisor of Water Plant Operations position
• Review of Firefighter and Battalion Fire Chief exam lists

The Commission approved the creation of several new positions for the Troy Housing Authority and the Public Utilities Unit. It also authorized multiple open competitive and promotional exam announcements and updated various job specifications.

• Approved new positions for Senior Affordable Housing Specialist, Supervisor of Water, Supervisor of Sewer, and Supervisor of Water Plant Operations (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcements for Housing Compliance Clerk, Senior Data Entry Machine Operator, Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, and Project Supervisor (2-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Senior Data Entry Machine Operator (2-0)
• Established eligible lists for Battalion Fire Chief and Assistant to the Director of Facilities III (2-0)
• Amended the open competitive eligible list for Firefighter (2-0)
• Approved job title changes from Public Housing Specialist to Affordable Housing Specialist (2-0)
• Approved revised job specifications for Superintendent of Public Utilities (2-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes and tabled July 18, 2023 minutes (2-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission approved the establishment of several new job positions for the City of Troy, Troy School District, and Troy Public Library. The meeting also included the establishment of various four-year eligible lists for several civil service exams.

• Approved four additional Firefighter positions for the City of Troy
• Approved one Senior Parking Enforcement Officer position for the City of Troy
• Approved three School Monitor and one Occupational Therapist position for Troy School District
• Approved two Library Assistant positions for Troy Public Library
• Approved one Assistant Building Plans Examiner and one Principal Account Clerk for the City of Troy

The Commission approved several new positions for the Troy Housing Authority and Public Utilities Unit. It also authorized multiple open competitive and promotional exam announcements and updated various job specifications.

• Approved new positions for Senior Affordable Housing Specialist, Supervisor of Water, Supervisor of Sewer, and Supervisor of Water Plant Operations (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcements for Housing Compliance Clerk, Senior Data Entry Machine Operator, Assistant Water Plant Operator Trainee, and Project Supervisor (2-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Senior Data Entry Machine Operator (2-0)
• Established 4-year eligible lists for Battalion Fire Chief and Assistant to the Director of Facilities III (2-0)
• Amended 4-year open competitive eligible list for Firefighter (2-0)
• Approved job title changes from Public Housing Specialist to Affordable Housing Specialist (2-0)
• Approved revised job specifications for Superintendent of Public Utilities (2-0)
• Tabled July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a confirmation hearing to discuss the appointment of Dylan Turek as Commissioner of Planning. No legislation is on the agenda, so there will be no public forum at this meeting, which will be live-streamed on the Council's YouTube channel.

• Confirmation hearing for Dylan Turek as Commissioner of Planning
• No legislation on agenda; no public forum per Council rules § 2-25
• Meeting live-streamed on City Council YouTube channel

City Council

The City Council will consider the appointment of Dylan Medlock-Turek as Commissioner of Planning and Community Development. Additionally, the Council is authorizing subpoenas to produce documents regarding an investigation into unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens.

• Confirmation of Dylan Medlock-Turek as Commissioner of Planning and Community Development
• Authorization of subpoenas for investigation of Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex evacuation
• Subpoena targets include Jay Friedman, Sam Schwartz, Rob Howard, and 182 Delaware LLC

The City Council confirmed the appointment of Dylan Medlock-Turek as Commissioner of Planning and Community Development. The Council also authorized the issuance of subpoenas regarding unsafe conditions and the landlord's response at the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex.

• Confirmed appointment of Dylan Medlock-Turek as Commissioner of Planning and Community Development (6-0)
• Authorized issuance of subpoenas regarding unsafe conditions and landlord response at Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex (6-0)

City Council

This is a regular meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items, including signed legislation from the meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda text.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Signed legislation from the meeting

The City Council approved several budget amendments and the issuance of $1.5 million in serial bonds for a building purchase and improvements on Water Plant Road. The council also authorized subpoenas to investigate unsafe conditions at the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex.

• Approved funding from American Rescue Plan Act for General and Capital Projects Funds (5-1)
• Approved fund transfers within 2023 General, Water, and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Funds (6-0)
• Approved creation of a Capital Project using Water Fund unappropriated balance (6-0)
• Appointed a Commissioner of Deeds (6-0)
• Determined proposed action is a Type II Action under NYS Environmental Quality Review Act (6-0)
• Authorized $1,500,000 in serial bonds for Water Plant Road building purchase and improvements (6-0)
• Expanded scope of services and expenditure for Benetech, Inc. health insurance administration (6-0)
• Confirmed Dylan Medlock-Turek as Commissioner of Planning and Community Development (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial items including a $15.6 million bond to reconstruct the water treatment plant and a $1.5 million bond to buy a building on Water Plant Road. They will also vote on using $4.2 million in ARPA funds for 1 Monument Square redevelopment and city park improvements, and approve budget transfers within the general, water, and special revenue funds.

• $15,600,000 bond for reconstruction of the City Water Treatment Plant
• $1,500,000 bond to purchase a building on Water Plant Road and improvements
• $4,235,828 in ARPA funds appropriated for 1 Monument Square ($3M) and City Park ($1.24M)
• Ordinance to create a Water Plant Security capital project using $500,000 from Water Fund balance
• Resolution to purchase two Ventrac 4500 mowers for $89,171.02

The City Council approved several funding measures, including bond issuances for water infrastructure and building purchases. The council also passed ordinances to allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds and transfer money between city fund budgets.

• Authorized $15.6M in serial bonds for water treatment plant reconstruction (6-0)
• Authorized $1.5M in serial bonds for building purchase and improvements on Water Plant Road (6-0)
• Approved funding appropriation from American Rescue Plan Act to General and Capital Projects Funds (6-0)
• Approved fund transfers within General, Water, and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Funds (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of new self-propelled mowers from Grassland Equipment and Irrigation Corporation (6-0)
• Supported Watervliet’s proposal for an intermunicipal code enforcement agreement (5-0)
• Approved expanding contract services with Benetech, Inc. for health insurance administration (6-0)
• Withdrew resolution for transition consultant services by Selena M. Skiba

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on budget amendments and zoning ordinance changes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Budget amendments for unspecified amounts
• Zoning ordinance changes

The City Council approved the issuance of $15.6 million in serial bonds to fund the reconstruction of the City Water Treatment Plant. The council also authorized subpoenas regarding the Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex and approved several state grant applications.

• Authorized $15.6M in serial bonds for City Water Treatment Plant reconstruction (6-0-0)
• Authorized subpoenas for investigation into Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex conditions (6-0-0)
• Approved purchase of new self-propelled mowers from Grassland Equipment And Irrigation Corporation (6-0-0)
• Supported Watervliet’s proposal for an intermunicipal code enforcement agreement (5-0-1)
• Approved application for 2023 NY Main Street Technical Assistance Grant (6-0-0)
• Approved application for NYSERDA Carbon Neutral Community Economic Development Grant (6-0-0)
• Supported two Local Revitalization Program grant applications (6-0-0)
• Accepted 2022 financial statement and audits prepared by Bonadio Group (6-0-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and consider a resolution on the Community Business Investment Grant Program. The agenda also includes financials and old business. The attached draft minutes from June 30 show the board approved financials and discussed property sales and loans.

• Resolution on Community Business Investment Grant Program
• Approval of June 30, 2023 board meeting minutes
• Financial report as of May 31, 2023: total assets $4,043,248.39, cash $287,175.78, liabilities $1,899,018.36, fund balance $2,444,230.03
• Discussion of property sales: King Fuels site, Alamo, Federal Street, 16 Northern Drive, Monument Square
• Open loan with BSM Banquets is behind on payments

The Board approved the first round of Community Business Investment Grants for four projects. The board also approved the June financial statements. Minutes from the June 30 meeting were tabled due to lack of a quorum.

• Approved Community Business Investment Grants for 106 Jefferson, 670 Pawling Ave, 99 Ferry Street, and 84 Congress Street (3-0-2)
• Approved June financial statements (3-0-2)
• Tabled June 30, 2023 meeting minutes

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold its regular board meeting on July 21, 2023, to approve minutes from the June 30 meeting, hear the Executive Director's report, discuss new and old business, and review financials. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed beyond standard approvals.

• Approval of minutes from June 30, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• New business
• Old business
• Financials review

The board approved the formation of a subcommittee to explore referring city projects to the Troy IDA via the planning commission. Financial statements as of June 30, 2023, were approved. The board also approved the minutes from the June 30, 2023 meeting.

• Approved formation of subcommittee to explore referring city projects to Troy IDA from planning commission
• Approved June 30, 2023 regular board meeting minutes with one spelling correction
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing on July 20. The agenda includes a notice and an investigative agenda, but no specific items are listed.

The City Council conducted a public hearing regarding the Harbour Point Gardens apartment complex. The record includes testimony from city officials, property representatives, and tenants, as well as detailed code enforcement violation notices for 152 Delaware Ave. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 19, 2023, to review and act on several development proposals. Items include a new 231-unit multifamily complex, a 71-unit zero-emission apartment building, a 64-unit graduate student housing conversion, and a café change of use. The commission will also consider amendments to a previously approved site plan and adopt meeting minutes.

• PLPC 2023 0039: Starlight Development LLC proposes 3 multifamily buildings (231 units) with underground parking on an 11-acre undeveloped parcel at 1011 2nd Avenue.
• PLPC 2022 0097: The Rosenblum Companies proposes a 4-story, 71-unit zero-emission apartment complex at 1818 Fifth Ave.
• PLPC 2023 0031: First Columbia LLC seeks to convert an office building at 1776 Sixth Ave into 64 residential units (184 bedrooms) for graduate student housing.
• PLPC 2023 0038: Firat Karatas proposes a café in a former bottle redemption center at 908 River Street.
• PLPC 2022 0081: Albaraa Alhemyari proposes amendments to a previously approved site plan at 885 Fifth Ave, including a small expansion and discontinuing the repair shop.

The Planning Commission declared the application for a 231-unit multifamily project at 1011 2nd Avenue complete and scheduled a hearing for August 16. The commission also reviewed a proposal for a 71-unit complex at 1818 Fifth Avenue, though no final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted June 21st, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Declared application for 1011 2nd Avenue complete (7-0)
• Scheduled hearing for 1011 2nd Avenue for August 16th (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider establishing one new Payroll Supervisor position within the Finance Unit. The meeting also includes reviewing exam announcements and amending several eligible lists for Director of Facilities roles.

• Establishment of a new Payroll Supervisor position in the Finance Unit
• Review of Account Clerk open competitive exam announcement (Exam #2301)
• Amendments to Director of Facilities I, II, and III eligible lists
• Approval of job specification for Payroll Supervisor

The Commission approved the creation and job specifications for a new Payroll Supervisor position in the Finance Unit. It also approved an exam announcement for Account Clerk and added alternate test date candidates to three Director of Facilities eligible lists.

• Tabled June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Account Clerk, Exam #2301 (2-0)
• Added alternate test date candidate to Director of Facilities I list, NYS CS #26-896 for four years (2-0)
• Added alternate test date candidate to Director of Facilities II list, NYS CS #26-897 for four years (2-0)
• Added alternate test date candidate to Director of Facilities III list, NYS CS #26-911 for four years (2-0)
• Approved establishing one new Payroll Supervisor position in the Finance Unit (2-0)
• Approved job specifications for Payroll Supervisor (2-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering a resolution to launch a formal investigation into the unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens, which led to the emergency evacuation of over 50 apartments. The inquiry would examine the landlord's response and could authorize subpoenas for testimony and records.

• Resolution authorizing investigation of unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens, 138-188 Delaware Avenue
• Emergency evacuation of more than 50 apartments due to failing brick facades
• Landlord identified as 182 Delaware LLC, a New Jersey-based company
• Council may subpoena witnesses and records with 2/3 majority vote
• Failure to comply with subpoena is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 fine or one year in jail

The City Council passed a resolution to investigate unsafe conditions at the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex. This action follows an emergency evacuation of more than 50 apartments and concerns regarding the response of the landlord, 182 Delaware Llc.

• Approved resolution to investigate unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens and the response of 182 Delaware Llc (7-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting agenda with only procedural items: an agenda document and signed legislation. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Agenda document: 07 12 SPECIAL AGENDA.PDF
• Signed legislation: 07 12 SPECIAL MEETING SIGNED LEGISLATION.PDF

The City Council passed a resolution to investigate unsafe conditions at the Harbour Point Gardens Apartment Complex. The investigation covers the emergency evacuation of over 50 apartments and the response of the landlord, 182 Delaware Llc.

• Approved investigation of unsafe conditions at Harbour Point Gardens and landlord response (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering an ordinance to amend the 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets. The amendment increases interest revenue estimates by $440,000 due to higher bank interest rates, and uses the funds to pay down bond anticipation notes due July 28, 2023.

• Ordinance amending 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets
• Increases interest revenue estimate by $440,000 to $500,000
• Appropriates $440,000 for bond anticipation note principal payments
• Funds from Pioneer Commercial Bank interest rate increases

The City Council Finance Meeting approved an ordinance to amend the 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved ordinance amending 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets (6-0-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on July 6, 2023. The agenda includes a regular agenda document and a list of signed legislation from the meeting. No specific items are detailed in the provided text.

• Regular agenda
• Signed legislation

The City Council passed ordinances to amend the 2023 General Fund, Garbage Fund, and Debt Service Fund budgets. The Council also authorized a memorandum of understanding with the CDTA for the Liberty Square Mobility Hub and approved two appointments. A resolution to establish a friendship city relationship with Martakert was passed.

• Approved ordinance amending 2023 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets (6-0)
• Appointed Alyssa Mcclenaghan to the Board of Assessment Review (6-0)
• Confirmed appointment to the Troy Industrial Development Authority (6-0)
• Authorized friendship city relationship with Martakert, Republic of Artsakh (5-1)
• Authorized MOU with CDTA for Liberty Square Mobility Hub infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved motion to subpoena the landlord of Harbour view apartments (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to hear and decide on three proposals for residential redevelopments. These include converting a former bank into 71 units and transforming two office or school buildings into apartment complexes.

• Redevelopment of 1818 5th Ave into a 4-story, 71-unit multifamily building
• Conversion of 3075 6th Ave from two-family residential to 14 studio apartments
• Conversion of 150 6th Ave (former Haskell School) into a 20-unit apartment building
• Adoption of May 3rd meeting minutes

The board approved the meeting minutes from May 3rd. The remainder of the provided record consists of public opposition letters and a petition regarding a proposed development at 1818 5th Avenue, but contains no board decision on that project.

• Approved Meeting Minutes from May 3rd (4-0)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, discuss new and old business, and review financials. The agenda includes an overview of the Community Business Investment Grant Program. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Community Business Investment Grant Program overview
• Financial review

The board approved the May 2023 financial statements and acknowledged the appointment of Dylan Turek as Acting Executive Director effective July 1, 2023. Minutes from the June 1 meeting were tabled due to a recording issue. No new business was introduced.

• Approved May 2023 financial statements
• Tabled June 1, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
• Acknowledged appointment of Dylan Turek as Acting Executive Director starting July 1, 2023

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold public hearings and a board meeting to consider financial assistance for two projects: a new mixed-use building at 504 Broadway and the renovation of the American Theater at 285 River Street for Proctors. The board will also vote on resolutions for these projects, approve minutes, and hear the executive director's report.

• Public hearing for 504 Broadway Holdings, LLC: demolition of existing building and construction of a 4-story, 20,000 sq ft commercial/retail building with restaurant, seeking sales tax, mortgage tax, and PILOT abatements.
• Public hearing for Art LLC (Proctors): renovation of former movie theater at 285-289 River Street into a commercial theater and performing arts space, seeking similar tax incentives.
• Board to consider Initial Project Resolution for Catholic High Redevelopment.
• Board to consider Sales Tax Only Resolution for Casa Blanca Troy Realty, LLC.
• Board to consider Project Authorizing Resolutions for Proctors (American Theater) and 504 Holdings, LLC.

The board approved authorizing resolutions for the redevelopment of the American Theater and a mixed-use project at 504 Broadway. It also granted a sales tax exemption for a new gas station and convenience store. A proposal for the former Catholic Central School building was tabled.

• Approved Initial Project Resolution for 504 Holdings, LLC
• Approved Authorizing Resolution for Art, LLC (American Theater redevelopment)
• Approved Sales Tax Exemption for Casa Blanca Troy Realty, Inc.
• Approved additional $10,200 for the BOA grant
• Tabled Catholic Central project until developer can present
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved May 31, 2023 financial statements

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board approved funding for a concert series and a commercial kitchen incubator. Financial statements as of May 31, 2023, were reviewed and approved.

• Approved $5,000 funding request to Friends of 112th Street for Powers Park Concert Series
• Approved $10,000 funding request to Troy Waterfront Farmers Market for commercial kitchen setup
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved May 2023 financial statements

City Council

The City Council will vote on two lawsuit settlements: a $295,000 settlement of a racial discrimination and hostile work environment lawsuit against the police department, and an $850,000 settlement for a worker injury at the former Leonard Hospital demolition, with no city out-of-pocket cost. The Council will also consider a contract with the Boys and Girls Club to operate the South Troy Pool, budget amendments, and resolutions on a friendship city relationship and keeping Samaritan Hospital's maternity ward open.

• Settlement of $295,000 for racial discrimination lawsuit by former police officer Christopher J. Johnson against the City, Police Department, and Estate of Sgt. Randall C. French
• Settlement of $850,000 for worker injury at former Leonard Hospital demolition, with zero city out-of-pocket cost
• Contract with Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area to operate South Troy Pool through August 31, 2023
• Budget amendments including $75,300 for engineering consultant services and $35,500 for new computers
• Resolution calling on Governor Hochul to keep Samaritan Hospital maternity ward open

The City Council approved settlements for two legal claims and amended the 2023 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets. The council also authorized a contract for the South Troy Pool and a memorandum of understanding for the Liberty Square Mobility Hub.

• Approved settlement of claim for Christopher J. Johnson (7-0)
• Approved settlement of claim for Carlos Andres Perez Vargas (7-0)
• Approved amendments to 2023 General Fund and Garbage Fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved contract with Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area for South Troy Pool (6-0-1)
• Appointed Alyssa Mcclenaghan to the Board of Assessment Review (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment to the Troy Industrial Development Authority (7-0)
• Approved friendship city relationship with Martakert, Republic of Artsakh (6-1)
• Approved MOU with CDTA for Liberty Square Mobility Hub infrastructure (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council's Public Utilities Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Lead Pipes Project. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this discussion item.

• Discuss updates on the Lead Pipes Project

The committee met to receive an update on the Lead Pipe Project from Mayor Patrick Madden and the Superintendent of Public Utilities. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded.

City Council

This is a procedural special meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda consists of a revised special meeting agenda and signed legislation documents. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Revised special meeting agenda
• Signed legislation documents

The City Council approved two ordinances to settle legal claims and a resolution to contract with the Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area, Inc. for the South Troy Pool. The Council also passed a resolution urging Governor Kathy Hochul to keep the Samaritan Hospital maternity ward open.

• Approved settlement of claim: Christopher J. Johnson v. City of Troy et al. (7-0-0)
• Approved settlement of claim: Carlos Andres Perez Vargas v. City of Troy et al. (7-0-0)
• Approved contract with Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area, Inc. to operate South Troy Pool through August 31, 2023 (6-0-1)
• Approved resolution calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to keep Samaritan Hospital maternity ward open (7-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and act on seven site plan reviews, including a 71-unit zero-emission apartment building at 1818 Fifth Ave., a 74-unit conversion of the former Catholic Central High School, and a 64-unit graduate student housing project. Other items include a 5-story YWCA building, a 32-lot subdivision, and a theater restoration. The meeting is June 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM with virtual attendance available.

• 1818 Fifth Ave.: 4-story, 71-unit zero-emission apartment complex (PLPC 2022 0097)
• 625 Seventh Ave.: conversion of former Catholic Central High School into 74 market-rate apartments plus 35 gymnasium units (PLPC 2023 0011)
• 1776 Sixth Ave.: 64-unit graduate student housing (PLPC 2023 0031)
• Country Garden Acres: 32-lot subdivision for 31 single-family homes (PLPC 2022 0045)
• 285-289 River Street: restoration of American Theatre as a 100-seat venue (PLPC 2023 0028)

The Commission approved site plans for the American Theatre restoration, a storage addition at 302 Ninth Ave, and a residential conversion of the former Catholic Central High School. A proposal for graduate student housing at 1776 Sixth Ave was tabled until July 19th.

• Adopted May 21st, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Issued negative declaration for SEQRA for 285-289 River Street (5-0)
• Approved site plan for American Theatre with condition to plant and maintain front bioswale (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 302 Ninth Ave with condition to fence in dumpster area (5-0)
• Issued negative declaration for SEQRA for 625 Seventh Ave (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 625 Seventh Ave with conditions for masonry cleaning, fixture replacement, and P.E. review compliance (5-0)
• Tabled 1776 Sixth Ave graduate student housing proposal to July 19th (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review requests to establish various new job positions for the City of Troy and the Troy School District. The meeting also includes establishing multiple four-year eligible lists for several roles.

• Establishment of 4 new Firefighter positions for the City of Troy
• Creation of 1 Senior Parking Enforcement Officer position
• New positions for Troy School District including Assistant to the Director of Facilities and School Monitors
• Establishment of 2 Library Assistant positions for Troy Public Library
• Creation of 1 Assistant Building Plans Examiner position

The Commission approved the establishment of several new positions for the City of Troy, Troy School District, and Troy Public Library. It also established multiple four-year eligible lists for various roles and approved three open competitive exam announcements.

• Approved 1 Assistant to the Director of Facilities for Troy School District (2-0)
• Approved 1 Occupational Therapist and 3 School Monitors for Troy School District (2-0)
• Approved 1 Assistant Director of Technology and Security for Troy School District (2-0)
• Approved 4 Firefighters, 1 Senior Parking Enforcement Officer, 1 Assistant Building Plans Examiner, and 1 Principal Account Clerk for City of Troy (2-0)
• Approved 2 Library Assistants for Troy Public Library (2-0)
• Established four-year eligible lists for roles including Director of Facilities, Purchasing Agent, and Asset Manager (2-0)
• Established four-year eligible lists for Housing Choice Voucher Program Manager and Public Housing Specialist (2-0)
• Approved exam announcements for Police Officer, Spanish Speaking Police Officer, and Payroll Technician (2-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to review case files and body camera footage for OPS 23-02 and OPS 23-03, presented by Captain Conyers. The mayor will introduce new board members, and the board will welcome them. There is no old or unfinished business on the agenda.

• Review of case files and body cam footage for OPS 23-02 and OPS 23-03
• Mayor Madden to introduce new PORB members
• Chairman's overview of May's activities
• Next meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023

The Board reviewed case files and body camera footage for two incidents. In both cases, the Board agreed with the Internal Affairs Bureau disposition to exonerate the officers. The Board also introduced two new members selected during May interviews.

• Exonerated officers in case OPS 23-02, finding no civil rights violations or excessive force
• Exonerated officers in case OPS 23-03, finding officers performed due diligence
• Appointed Peter McCorkle and Sarah Crockwell to fill two board vacancies

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority is holding public hearings and a board meeting to consider financial assistance for two development projects: a mixed-use renovation at 99 Ferry Street and the Kings Commons II residential project near Fifth Avenue and Federal Street. The board will also discuss initial resolutions for the American Theater, 504 Broadway, and the former Catholic Central redevelopment, along with routine items like minutes and financials.

• Public hearing for LLH Ferry, LLC: $1.6M project at 99 Ferry St with 8 apartments and 2 commercial spaces, seeking sales tax exemption and PILOT
• Public hearing for Kings Commons II, LLC: $17M project with 52 apartments, seeking sales tax, mortgage tax, and PILOT exemptions
• Initial resolutions for American Theater (River St), 504 Broadway, and former Catholic Central redevelopment
• Discussion of City/IDA funding agreement and grant writing
• Approval of April 21, 2023 minutes and financials

The board approved initial and authorizing resolutions for multiple development projects, including a net-zero office building and a theater renovation. The board also authorized spending for grant writing and a riverfront survey.

• Approved Initial Project Resolution for 504 Holdings, LLC ($9.3M net-zero project)
• Approved Initial Project Resolution for American Cinema Redevelopment Project ($4M investment)
• Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for Kings Commons II, LLC (6-2)
• Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for LLH Ferry, LLC
• Approved up to $20,000 for grant writing services via EDR and River Street Planning
• Approved up to $8,000 for LaBella to complete Riverfront North Extension Survey
• Approved April 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as presented

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The board approved the meeting minutes from April 21, 2023, and the financial statements as of April 30, 2023. The corporation reported total assets of $415,071.71 and a deficit for April of $1,560.42.

• Approved April 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as presented

City Council

The City Council will consider two ordinances: one authorizing an additional $1,500 in Neighborhood Improvement Project funds for a sign and flowers at Poestenkill Gorge, and another creating a new chapter in the city code to regulate blasting, rock chipping, and use of explosives. A resolution to authorize a real estate brokerage agreement with Heer Realty, Inc. for marketing and sale of surplus city-owned parcels is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance authorizing $1,500 additional award of Neighborhood Improvement Project funds for Poestenkill Gorge sign and flowers
• Ordinance adding Chapter 140 to regulate blasting, rock chipping, and use of explosives in the city
• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute real estate brokerage agreement with Heer Realty, Inc. for marketing and sale of surplus city-owned parcels

The City Council passed ordinances regarding neighborhood improvement funds and the regulation of blasting and explosives. The council also authorized a brokerage agreement to sell surplus city property and supported a Medicare wage index increase for regional hospitals.

• Approved ordinance for additional Neighborhood Improvement Project funds (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding Chapter 140 to regulate blasting, rock chipping, and explosives (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Mayor to execute brokerage agreement with Heer Realty, Inc. to sell surplus real property (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Senator Schumer’s call for Medicare Wage Index increase for Capital Region hospitals (7-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda consists solely of procedural items and signed legislation. No substantive policy decisions, public hearings, or financial actions are listed.

The City Council approved several budget amendments and funding authorizations for infrastructure and public safety. Key actions included authorizing serial bonds for street work and accepting funds for the Little Italy Marketplace and South Troy Pool.

• Authorized $6,259,000 in serial bonds for street reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved construction of Little Italy Marketplace and Piazza via DASNY funds (7-0)
• Approved renovation of South Troy Pool and Bathhouse via DASNY funds (7-0)
• Added Chapter 140 to city code to regulate blasting, rock chipping, and explosives (7-0)
• Authorized sale of city-owned real property via proposal sale application method (7-0)
• Approved funds from Division of Criminal Justice Services for Gun Involved Violence Elimination (7-0)
• Authorized one-day marriage officiant licenses (7-0)
• Accepted donation from Clark Trading Corporation for Troy Riverwalk Trail design (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public safety meeting to discuss emergency room wait times and related policy, and to hear a presentation from the Bus Patrol. The agenda is brief and focuses on these public safety topics.

• Update on ER wait times
• Discussion of policy
• Presentation by Bus Patrol

The meeting consisted of a public forum and no substantive decisions were made. Eric Wisher, Chief McMahon, and Rich discussed ER wait times and policy.

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider a $6,259,000 bond for street reconstruction and accept a $3,688,160 federal SAFER grant to hire 14 firefighters. Other items include budget amendments for street paving, a Second Avenue implementation grant, and the Little Italy Marketplace project. The meeting also includes resolutions for Juneteenth and Pride Month recognitions.

• Bond resolution authorizing $6,259,000 in serial bonds for reconstruction of various streets
• Ordinance accepting $3,688,160 from DHS for firefighter hiring (SAFER grant)
• Ordinance accepting Dormitory Authority funds for Little Italy Marketplace and Piazza construction
• Ordinance accepting Dormitory Authority funds for South Troy Pool and Bathhouse renovation
• Resolution authorizing contract amendment with LaBella Associates for Lansingburgh Riverfront Park and Trail Extension design

The City Council approved several budget amendments and funding authorizations for infrastructure and public safety. Key decisions included the issuance of serial bonds for road work and the acceptance of state and federal funds for various city projects.

• Authorized $6,259,000 in serial bonds for street reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved construction of Little Italy Marketplace and Piazza via DASNY funds (6-0)
• Approved renovation of South Troy Pool and Bathhouse via DASNY funds (6-0)
• Accepted DHS funds for Fire and Emergency Response staffing (6-0)
• Accepted Division of Criminal Justice Services funds for Gun Involved Violence Elimination (6-0)
• Authorized sale of city-owned real property parcels via proposal sale application (6-0)
• Approved one-day marriage officiant licenses (6-0)
• Accepted Clark Trading Corporation donation for Troy Riverwalk Trail design (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on several site plan and change-of-use applications. Key items include an extension for the 1 Monument Square mixed-use project, conversion of a former bank into a zero-emission apartment building, and redevelopment of the former Catholic Central High School into 74 apartments. New business includes a 5-story YWCA residential building, a cocktail bar at 124 Fourth Street, restoration of the American Theatre, graduate student housing at 1776 Sixth Ave, and a storage addition at 302 Ninth Ave.

• 1 Monument Square: 92-unit mixed-use building with public plaza and park, seeking approval extension
• 1818 Fifth Ave: 71-unit zero-emission apartment complex on former bank site
• 625 Seventh Ave: conversion of former Catholic Central High School into 74 market-rate apartments
• 21 First St: 5-story residential building to support YWCA of Greater Capital Region
• 285-289 River Street: restoration of American Theatre as a 100-seat venue for movies and music

The Planning Commission declared three separate development applications complete and scheduled public hearings for June 21st. The board also heard a request from the Troy Fire Department for a building moratorium due to staffing shortfalls.

• Adopted April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Declared application for 302 Ninth Ave complete (6-0)
• Determined 302 Ninth Ave proposal as SEQRA Type II action (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 302 Ninth Ave on June 21st (6-0)
• Declared application for 1818 Fifth Ave complete (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 1818 Fifth Ave on June 21st (6-0)
• Declared application for 625 Seventh Ave complete (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 625 Seventh Ave on June 21st (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review meeting minutes from previous sessions. The body is also considering requests to establish a Payroll Technician position and a Planner position.

• Establishment of one Payroll Technician position in the Finance Unit
• Review and approval of job specification for Payroll Technician
• Establishment of one Planner position in the Planning and Economic Development Unit

The Commission approved the creation of two new city positions: a Payroll Technician in the Finance Unit and a Planner in the Planning and Economic Development Unit. The job specifications for the Payroll Technician role were also approved. Previous meeting minutes from December 2022, March 2023, and May 2023 were adopted.

• Approved minutes of December 20, 2022, meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2023, meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2023, meeting (3-0)
• Approved establishing one new Payroll Technician position in the Finance Unit (3-0)
• Approved job specifications for Payroll Technician (3-0)
• Approved establishing one new Planner position in the Planning and Economic Development Unit (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review meeting minutes from December 2022 and early 2023. The meeting also includes establishing eligible lists for specific roles and reviewing exam announcements.

• Establish four-year eligible list for Junior Administrative Assistant (Exam #69835)
• Establish four-year eligible list for Firefighter (Exam #66012)
• Review open competitive exam announcement for Payroll Clerk (Exam #62888)
• Review promotional exam announcement for Payroll Clerk (Exam #70085)

The Troy Civil Service Commission approved two eligible lists for Junior Administrative Assistant and Firefighter positions, and approved exam announcements for Payroll Clerk. Minutes from prior meetings were tabled or approved. All votes were 2-0 with one commissioner absent.

• Tabled minutes of December 20, 2022 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Tabled minutes of March 21, 2023 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of April 18, 2023 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Junior Administrative Assistant, Exam #69835 (2-0)
• Established 4-year open competitive eligible list for Firefighter, Exam #66012 (2-0)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Payroll Clerk, Exam #62888 (2-0)
• Approved promotional exam announcement for Payroll Clerk, Exam #70085 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances and resolutions authorizing federal housing grants, neighborhood improvement fund awards, and utility easements. Key items include approval of the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds totaling over $2.3 million, and allocation of $20,000 in Neighborhood Improvement Project funds to 23 community groups.

• Ordinance authorizing $1,716,668 in CDBG, $151,008 in ESG, and $497,412 in HOME funds for housing and community development programs
• Ordinance awarding $19,988 in Neighborhood Improvement Project funds to 23 organizations for projects like park improvements, murals, and planters
• Resolution authorizing a retroactive PILOT agreement with T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates
• Resolution authorizing a retroactive PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates
• Ordinance accepting a utility easement at 85 Farrell Road Extension for water and sewer systems

The Troy City Council Finance Committee approved several ordinances and resolutions, including applications for federal housing and community development grants, neighborhood improvement project funds, lawn care services, and retroactive payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreements for two redevelopment projects. One ordinance regarding a utility easement was withdrawn. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent.

• Approved ordinance for HUD grant applications (6-0)
• Approved ordinance for Neighborhood Improvement Project funds (6-0)
• Withdrew ordinance for utility easement at 85 Farrell Road Extension
• Approved resolution for lawn care contract with CLC Property Maintenance (6-0)
• Approved resolution for HUD Annual Action Plan submission (6-0)
• Approved resolution for assignment of agreement to Amedore Land Developers (6-0)
• Approved retroactive PILOT agreement with T.R.I.P. Redevelopment Associates (6-0)
• Approved retroactive PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates (6-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on May 4, 2023. The only listed items are the agenda itself and the regular meeting materials, including signed legislation. No substantive decisions or discussions are specified in the provided text.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Signed legislation document

The council passed ordinances authorizing applications for federal housing and community development grants and awarding neighborhood improvement project funds, both 6-0. A resolution declaring May 2023 as 'No Mow May' passed 5-1. Other resolutions approved include a lawn care contract, a housing plan submission, and two PILOT agreements. One ordinance was withdrawn.

• Passed ordinance authorizing HUD grant applications (6-0)
• Passed ordinance awarding neighborhood improvement project funds (6-0)
• Passed resolution declaring May 2023 'No Mow May' (5-1)
• Passed resolution authorizing lawn care contract with CLC Property Maintenance (6-0)
• Passed resolution authorizing submission of annual HUD action plan (6-0)
• Passed resolution consenting to agreement assignment to Amedore Land Developers (6-0)
• Passed retroactive PILOT agreement with Troy Redevelopment Associates (6-0)
• Passed retroactive PILOT agreement with Hillside Redevelopment Associates (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on May 3, 2023, to hear proposals regarding property use and area variances. Items include converting residential properties into multi-unit dwellings and installing a front yard fence.

• Use variance for 18 studio apartments at 36 Pawling Ave
• Conversion of two-family house to three units at 723 Burden Ave
• Area variance for wood pallet fence at 92 Euclid Ave
• Adoption of April 5th meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied an area variance for a wood pallet fence at 92 Euclid Ave (5-0), finding it would create an undesirable change in neighborhood character and the hardship was self-created. The board also tabled a proposal to convert a former elderly home at 36 Pawling Ave into 18 studio apartments until June 7th for proof of financial hardship (5-0). An area variance was approved (5-0) to convert a two-family house at 723 Burden Ave into three dwelling units.

• Denied area variance for wood pallet fence at 92 Euclid Ave (5-0)
• Tabled use variance for 18-unit apartment conversion at 36 Pawling Ave to June 7th (5-0)
• Approved area variance for three-unit conversion at 723 Burden Ave (5-0)
• Issued Negative Declaration (SEQR) for 723 Burden Ave project (5-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The board held interviews on May 1 and May 3, 2023, to fill two membership vacancies. The selected candidates will be chosen before the June 5 meeting.

• Conducted interviews for two membership vacancies

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes from March 24, discuss the ARPA-funded Business Investment Program, receive the Executive Director's report, and consider new NYSERDA contracts. The agenda also includes old business and financials. The meeting is a regular board session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2023 board meeting
• Discussion of ARPA Business Investment Program (previously approved $1 million for small business grants)
• New Business: NYSERDA contracts
• Executive Director's report on property sales and remediation
• Financial review

The board approved the acceptance of a NYSERDA grant to proceed with Phase II, Category B of a geothermal project. Financial statements as of March 31, 2023, were approved, showing total assets of $4,016,510.

• Approved March 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved acceptance of NYSERDA grant and Phase II, Category B contract
• Approved March 2023 financial statements

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board will hold its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 24, 2023 meeting, an executive director's report, financial statements, and new and old business. This appears to be a routine business meeting with no major public actions listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report
• Financial report review
• New business and old business discussion

The board approved the meeting minutes from March 24, 2023, and the financial statements for March 2023. Financial reports showed total assets of $427,702 and a deficit of $17,796 for the month.

• Approved March 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved March 2023 financial statements

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from March 24, 2023, hear the Executive Director's report, review financials, and consider a new business item: an initial project resolution for LLH Ferry, LLC. The meeting is scheduled for April 21 or 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall, 433 River Street, Suite 5001, Troy, NY.

• Initial Project Resolution – LLH Ferry, LLC (new business item)
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2023 board meeting
• Executive Director's report and financial review
• Board members listed: Josh Chiappone, Susan Farrell, Elbert Watson, Stephanie Fitch, Latasha Gardner, Sue Steele, Jeff Betts (Chair), Jim Gulli (Vice Chair), Steven Strichman (Executive Director)

The board approved an initial resolution for LHH Ferry, LLC to develop a $1.6 million mixed-use project at 99 Ferry Street. The project will convert a vacant building into 8 market-rate apartments and 2 commercial sites. The board also approved the March 24, 2023 meeting minutes and the financial statements as of March 31, 2023.

• Approved initial resolution for LHH Ferry, LLC project at 99 Ferry Street
• Approved March 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved financial statements as of March 31, 2023

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a finance meeting with a public forum and a presentation on City Hall landbanking. The main item is a resolution to proclaim May 2023 as 'No Mow May', encouraging residents to refrain from mowing lawns to support pollinators, and authorizing the Bureau of Code Enforcement to waive vegetation height restrictions during that month.

• Resolution proclaiming May 2023 as 'No Mow May'
• Authorizes Mayor to direct Bureau of Code Enforcement to not enforce vegetation height rules (City Code Section 176-16 C) for unmown lawns in May
• Residents asked to register with City Clerk and display a sign to participate
• Presentation regarding City Hall Landbank
• Public forum

The City Council passed a resolution proclaiming May 2023 as “No Mow May” in the City of Troy. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved resolution proclaiming May 2023 as “No Mow May” (5-1)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on April 19, 2023, to review and act on several site plans, concept reviews, and a change of use. Items include a senior housing expansion with new apartments and a rock-climbing gym, a mixed-use conversion with a restaurant, and multiple proposals to convert vacant buildings into apartments or auto-related businesses. The commission will also consider a 6-month extension for a large residential/commercial project and adopt meeting minutes.

• 547-549 River Street: increase senior housing to 150 units, convert 4 floors of office to 72 apartments, add rock-climbing gym
• 141 Congress St.: 90,000 sq ft residential, 50,000 sq ft commercial, 160 parking spaces; 6-month extension requested
• 504 Broadway Ave.: convert 2-story building to 3-story mixed-use with restaurant and professional workspaces
• 1818 Fifth Ave.: 71-unit apartment complex, city's first zero-emission multifamily building
• 625 Seventh Ave.: convert former Catholic Central High School into 74 market-rate apartments

The Planning Commission approved a change of use for a tattoo studio and a site plan for a mixed-use building on Broadway Avenue. The board also approved a 6-month extension for City Station North and an amended site plan for a senior housing facility on River Street.

• Elected Anthony Mohen as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved change of use for The Factory Tattoo at 6 Brunswick Ave (6-0)
• Approved 6-month site plan extension for 141 Congress St (6-0)
• Reaffirmed SEQRA Negative Declaration for 547-549 River Street (6-0)
• Approved amended site plan for senior housing at 547-549 River Street (6-0)
• Made SEQRA negative declaration for 504 Broadway Ave (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 504 Broadway Ave mixed-use building (6-0)
• Adopted February 15th and March 15th meeting minutes (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider establishing new positions for the Troy School District and reviewing various promotional and competitive exam announcements. The meeting also includes a review of a lateral transfer request for a Police Officer from East Greenbush.

• Establish six additional Laborers for Troy School District
• Establish one additional Secretary I for Troy School District
• Review promotional exam announcements for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant
• Review lateral transfer request for a Police Officer from East Greenbush
• Revision to job specification for Project Supervisor

The Commission established several new positions for the Troy School District and approved multiple promotional and open competitive exam announcements. The board also approved a lateral police officer transfer and updated proctor pay rates.

• Established 6 additional Laborers for Troy School District (2-1 absent)
• Established 1 additional Secretary I for Troy School District (2-1 absent)
• Approved job specification revisions for Project Supervisor and Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds (2-1 absent)
• Established 4-year eligible lists for Traffic Control Supervisor and Communications Specialist (2-1 absent)
• Approved exam announcements for Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, and Water Laboratory Technician (2-1 absent)
• Approved lateral transfer of one Police Officer from Town of East Greenbush (2-1 absent)
• Increased proctor pay to $70 for first 4 hours/$15 hourly after, and head proctor to $90 for first 4 hours/$20 hourly after (2-1 absent)
• Approved March 1, 2023 minutes; tabled Dec 20, 2022 and March 21, 2023 minutes (2-1 absent)

City Council

The Troy City Council is considering a complete rewrite of the city's zoning code, including a local law to repeal the current Chapter 285 and an ordinance to enact a new Zoning, Land Use, and Development Ordinance. The agenda also includes settlements for a tax certiorari case and opioid litigation, budget amendments, and a resolution to establish new project review fees. A public hearing is scheduled as part of the zoning adoption process.

• Local law repealing Chapter 285 and ordinance enacting new zoning code with 13 articles, Sections 285-1 through 285-98
• Ordinance approving settlement of Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC tax certiorari, reducing 2022 assessment from $720,000 to $470,000
• Ordinance accepting $10,000 grant from Troy Capital Resource Corporation for 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Program
• Budget amendment adding $28,985.85 for Lexipol software for Police Department and $4,000 for Code Enforcement consultant services
• Resolution establishing fee schedule for Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Historic Review Committee project reviews

The City Council repealed the previous zoning code and enacted a new Zoning, Land Use, and Development Ordinance. The council also approved budget amendments for the General Fund and settled legal claims regarding opioid litigation and tax certiorari.

• Repealed Troy City Code Chapter 285 (6-0)
• Enacted new Zoning, Land Use, and Development Ordinance as Chapter 285 (6-0)
• Approved settlement of tax certiorari proceedings for Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC (4-2)
• Amended 2023 General Fund Budget to accept Troy Capital Resource Corporation grant funds (6-0)
• Amended 2023 General Fund Budget (6-0)
• Authorized settlement of opioid litigation claims (6-0)
• Established fee schedule for Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Historic Review Committee (6-0)
• Authorized agreement with Professional Services Industries, Inc. (6-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding two public hearings on April 6, 2023, to consider adopting a new Zoning Ordinance that would replace the existing Chapter 285 of the Troy City Code. The first hearing at 5:30 p.m. concerns the adoption of the new ordinance, and the second at 5:45 p.m. concerns a local law repealing the current zoning ordinance. The hearings will take place in the City Council Legislative Chamber at Troy City Hall, 433 River Street, 5th Floor.

• Public hearing to consider adoption of new Zoning Ordinance replacing Chapter 285 of Troy City Code
• Second public hearing to consider local law repealing existing Chapter 285 (current Zoning Ordinance)
• Hearings scheduled for April 6, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. at Troy City Hall, 433 River Street

The City Council conducted a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance to change the zoning ordinance Chapter 285 of the Troy City Code. The minutes record that a public forum was held, but no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were made during the meeting.

City Council

This is the agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting on April 6, 2023. The agenda includes a single item for the regular agenda and a document of signed legislation. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Regular agenda
• Signed legislation document

The City Council approved a new zoning ordinance and repealed the previous version of Chapter 285. Other actions included approving a tax certiorari settlement for Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC and authorizing several equipment purchases for the fire department.

• Repealed current Troy City Code Chapter 285 (6-0-0)
• Enacted new Zoning, Land Use, and Development Ordinance as Chapter 285 (6-0-0)
• Approved tax certiorari settlement for Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC (4-2-0)
• Approved two amendments to the 2023 General Fund Budget (6-0-0)
• Authorized settlement of opioid litigation claims (6-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of a new fire engine from Vander Molen Fire Apparatus and Sutphen Corporation (6-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Physio-Control Lifepak 15 cardiac monitor/defibrillators (6-0-0)
• Established fee schedule for Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Historic Review Committee (6-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to hear proposals for converting existing buildings into multi-family housing, a church, and market-rate apartments. The board will also review requests for relief regarding lot size, density, and parking requirements.

• Renovation of 769-771 River St into six residential units
• Conversion of 761 (763) Third Ave into a church and two dwelling units
• Construction of a new 7-story multi-family building at 21 First St
• Conversion of former Catholic Central High School at 625 7th Ave into 74 apartments
• Conversion of 249 Third St into three residential units

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved area variances for three property conversions and a special use permit for a church. The board also issued Negative Declarations for the environmental review of these actions.

• Approved area variance for 769-771 River St to convert a commercial space into a residential unit (4-0)
• Approved amended special use permit and area variance for 761 (763) Third Ave to operate as a church and two dwelling units (4-0)
• Approved area variance for 249 Third St to convert a vacant building into three units (4-0)
• Approved March 1 meeting minutes (4-0)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to discuss old and new business, including the status of a FOIL request from the ACLU, the candidate selection process, and a request for TPD incident mapping and siren policy. The board will also review case file OPS-23-01 and body cam footage presented by Capt. Conyers.

• Status of ACLU's FOIL request for TPD documents
• Discussion of candidate interviews and selection process
• Request for TPD incident mapping and siren use policy
• Review of case file OPS-23-01 and body cam footage

The board reviewed case #23-01 regarding a violation of civil rights complaint and agreed with findings that the officer acted in good faith. Members discussed the status of a document request from the New York Civil Liberties Union and the process for filling two board vacancies.

• Agreed with findings that officer in case #23-01 acted in good faith (unfounded and exonerated)

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Troy Capital Resource Corporation board is meeting to handle annual administrative items, including approving minutes, electing officers, and accepting the fiscal year 2022 audit. They will also consider new business, notably a $5,000 grant from the City of Troy to be distributed to Eastside Seniors for programming, and discuss a NIP Grant from the City Council.

• Approve $5,000 grant from City of Troy to Eastside Seniors for programming
• Accept fiscal year 2022 audit prepared by Wojeski & Company CPAs, PC
• Elect officers for 2023: Jeff Betts as Chair, Jim Gulli as Vice Chair, Elbert Watson as Treasurer, Susan Farrell as Secretary
• Reappoint Steven Strichman as Executive Director and CEO
• Approve 2023 budget and proposed budgets through 2026

The board approved the 2022 annual audit, fiscal year 2023 budget, and the appointment of officers and staff. Additionally, the board approved up to $10,000 for the City Council’s Neighborhood Improvement Funding program.

• Approved annual meeting resolution including 2022 audit and 2023-2026 budgets
• Approved up to $10,000 in Neighborhood Improvement Funding (NIP)
• Approved February 2023 financial statements
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2022
• Appointed Jeff Betts (Chair), Hon. Jim Gulli (Vice Chair), Elbert Watson (Treasurer), and Susan Farrell (Secretary)
• Tabled $5,000 pass-thru funding for Eastside Seniors until non-profit status is verified

Troy Capital Resource Corporation

The Audit & Finance Committee of the Troy Capital Resource Corporation will meet to approve minutes from its October 2022 meeting and hear a presentation of the 2022 audit from Wojeski & Co., CPAs. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no new business items listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2022 committee meeting
• 2022 audit presentation by Wojeski & Co., CPAs
• Audit report shows net position of $439,992 at end of 2022, down from $507,199 in 2021
• Operating loss of $67,833 in 2022, with $215,000 loan advanced to another government

Troy Local Development Corporation

The committee reviewed and approved the CY2022 audit deliverables presented by Wojeski & Co., which resulted in a clean audit. These documents were recommended for approval by the full board.

• Approved November 18, 2022 meeting minutes (Jeff Betts and Kiani Conley-Wilson abstained)
• Approved CY2023 Report to the Board and Audited Financial Statements and recommended them to the full board

Troy Local Development Corporation

The board approved a $1 million ARPA-funded business improvement grant program for capital improvements. The board also passed an annual resolution covering audits, officer elections, and staff appointments. Financial statements as of February 28, 2023, were approved.

• Approved $1 million ARPA funding for a small business improvement grant program
• Approved Annual Meeting Resolution 03/23 #1 (5-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Audit by Wojeski & Co. CPAS, P.C.
• Elected Jeff Betts (Chair), Andy Ross (Vice Chair), Christopher Nolin (Treasurer), and Steven Strichman (Secretary)
• Ratified staff appointments for Executive Director, Acting Secretary, Project Manager, and Economic Development Director
• Approved 2022 Annual Report for filing with NYS Authority Budget Office
• Approved budgets for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, and proposed budgets for 2024-2026
• Approved February 2023 financial statements

Troy Industrial Development Authority

The Troy Industrial Development Authority will hold its annual meeting to elect officers, review procedures, and accept the FY2022 audit. They will also hear the Executive Director's report, review financials, and discuss new business including the Riverwalk Design in North Central and the Brownfield Opportunity Act. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the new business discussions.

• Election of officers for 2023: Jeff Betts as Chair, Jim Gulli as Vice Chair, Elbert Watson as Treasurer, Susan Farrell as Secretary
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of Riverwalk Design project in North Central
• Discussion of Brownfield Opportunity Act
• Review of financials and acceptance of FY2022 audit

The Board approved $6,000 for a Riverwalk Trail feasibility study and $40,000 to assist CHA Consulting with a South Troy Brownfield Opportunities Area nomination. The Authority also adopted its annual resolutions, including the 2022 audit and 2023-2026 budgets.

• Approved $6,000 for Verity Engineering to conduct a Riverwalk Trail feasibility study (Approved)
• Approved $40,000 in funding to CHA Consulting for the South Troy Brownfield Recovery Act assistance (Approved)
• Approved Annual Meeting Resolution including 2022 audit and 2023-2026 budgets (Approved)
• Approved financial statements as of February 28, 2023 (Approved)
• Approved amended minutes from November 18, 2023 (Approved with one abstention)
• Elected Jeff Betts as Chair, Hon. Jim Gulli as Vice Chair, Elbert Watson as Treasurer, and Susan Farrell as Secretary (Approved)

City Council

The Troy City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a proposal to permanently discontinue Northern Drive from 5th Avenue West to New Turnpike Road, also known as New Schaghticoke Road. The hearing takes place March 23, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Legislative Chamber at Troy City Hall.

• Public hearing on permanently discontinuing Northern Drive from 5th Avenue West to New Turnpike Road (New Schaghticoke Road)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing Bryce Properties to demolish part of the Uncle Sam Atrium Pedestrian Mall for a new building, purchasing policy management software for the police department, and buying a new fire engine. A public hearing on a new zoning ordinance is also scheduled.

• Resolution authorizing Bryce Properties to demolish south building of Uncle Sam Atrium and construct new commercial/residential building, subject to conditions
• Resolution to enter agreement with Lexipol for police policy software and services at $28,985.85 one-time cost plus $26,365.35 annual subscription
• Resolution to purchase a new fire engine through Sourcewell consortium
• Resolution to purchase two cardiac monitor/defibrillators for fire department
• Resolution scheduling public hearings on new zoning ordinance replacing Chapter 285

The City Council approved several resolutions including the scheduling of public hearings for a new zoning ordinance and the repeal of Chapter 285. The council also authorized purchases for fire department equipment and software, and requested aid for lead water line replacement.

• Scheduled public hearings for new zoning ordinance and repeal of Chapter 285 (6-0)
• Authorized Bryce Properties, Llc to work on Uncle Sam Atrium Pedestrian Mall (6-0)
• Authorized agreement with Lexipol, Llc for software and services (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of new fire engine from Vander Molen Fire Apparatus and Sutphen Corporation (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of two cardiac monitor/defibrillators from Stryker Medical (6-0)
• Authorized temporary expansion of services contract with Benetech, Inc. (6-0)
• Requested state and federal aid to replace lead water service lines (6-0)

City Council

This is a procedural special meeting of the Troy City Council. The agenda contains only the agenda document and signed legislation materials, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

• Signed legislation document (03 23 SPECIAL SIGNED LEGISLATION.PDF)

The City Council approved resolutions regarding pedestrian mall work, lead water line funding, and zoning updates. Two public hearings were scheduled to consider a new zoning ordinance and the repeal of the existing Chapter 285.

• Authorized Bryce Properties, Llc to perform work on the city-owned portion of the Uncle Sam Atrium Pedestrian Mall (6-0-0)
• Scheduled two public hearings to consider a new zoning ordinance and the repeal of Chapter 285 (6-0-0)
• Requested state and federal aid to replace lead water service lines (6-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on several site plans, including conversions of existing buildings into apartments and mixed-use developments. Items include a former school conversion, a YWCA redevelopment, and extensions for previously approved projects. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• 625 Seventh Ave: former Catholic Central High School to become 74 market-rate apartments
• 21 First St/YWCA: 7-story mixed-use building with 68 residential units
• 504 Broadway Ave: 2-story building to be converted to 3-story mixed-use with restaurant and workspaces
• Northern Drive discontinuance between New Turnpike Avenue and Fifth Avenue
• Extensions requested for National Grid site at 26 New Turnpike Road and First Columbia's River Street projects

The Commission issued a favorable response for the discontinuance of a portion of Northern Drive and granted approval extensions for two development projects. Two other site plan reviews were tabled until April.

• Issued favorable response for discontinuance of Northern Drive between New Turnpike Avenue and Fifth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved 6-month extension of previous approvals for 26 New Turnpike Road (5-0)
• Approved extension request for The Bargain Block at 545, 549, and 558 River Street (5-0)
• Tabled site plan review for 504 Broadway Ave. to April meeting
• Tabled 6-month extension request for 141 Congress St. to April meeting
• Postponed adoption of February 15th, 2023 meeting minutes to April
• Postponed vote on permanent Vice Chairperson to April

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review several requests to establish new positions within the Public Utilities and Finance units. The meeting also includes actions regarding various competitive eligible lists and personnel updates.

• New position: Project Supervisor (Public Utilities Unit)
• New position: Water Laboratory Technician (Public Utilities Unit)
• New position: Senior Data Entry Machine Operator (Public Utilities Unit)
• New position: Radio Dispatcher (Public Utilities Unit)
• New position: Senior Account Clerk (Finance Unit)

The Commission approved the appointment of Heather Muller as Executive Secretary and the delegation of functions to that role. Two new positions in the Public Utilities Unit were established. The Commission also approved an open competitive exam announcement for Director of Finance and Human Resource.

• Approved resolution delegating functions to Civil Service Commission Executive Secretary (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved appointment of Heather Muller as Executive Secretary (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved MSD-222 to establish Project Supervisor position in Public Utilities Unit (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved MSD-222 to establish Water Laboratory Technician position in Public Utilities Unit (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved open competitive exam announcement for Director of Finance and Human Resource, Exam #60284 (2-0; 1-absent)
• Tabled minutes of December 20, 2022 meeting (2-0; 1-absent)
• Tabled minutes of March 1, 2023 Special Meeting (2-0; 1-absent)

Municipal Assistance Corporation

The Municipal Assistance Corporation for the City of Troy holds its 2022 annual board meeting, where directors will review and approve audited financial statements, a financial plan, and various governance policies. The agenda is largely routine, but includes a discussion of a resolution for the termination of the Corporation, which could be consequential.

• Approve December 31, 2022 Audited Financial Statements
• Review and approve Financial Plan for FYs 2022-2023 including FY 2022 Budget
• Approve Procurement Contract Guidelines and Report
• Approve Investment Guidelines and Reports
• Discussion of resolution for termination of the Corporation

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to terminate the Corporation once specific conditions are met, including the receipt of a federal rebate refund and a final audit. The Board also accepted the 2022 audited financial statements and approved several administrative appointments and policies.

• Approved resolution to terminate the Corporation pending federal rebate, payment of liabilities, transfer of funds to the City, and final audit (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 audited financial statements (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 15, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michelle McManus as Director of Finance and Iwona Matusiak as Deputy Director of Finance (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023 Budget and 2022-2023 financial plan (Unanimous)
• Approved Mission Statement, By-Laws, and Conflict-of-Interest Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved Procurement Contract Guidelines and Prompt Payment Report (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of outside professionals for 2023 (Unanimous)

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to review the annual report, interview candidates for board positions, and examine a police case file (IBS-22-17) with body camera footage. They will also request a complaint file (OPS 23-01) for review at the next meeting. The agenda includes routine procedural items like roll call and minutes approval.

• Final review and discussion of the Annual Report
• Receipt of resumes and proceeding with interviews and selection process
• Capt. Conyers presents case file IBS-22-17 reports and Body Cam footage for review
• Request for OPS 23-01 complaint file (level IV) to be prepared for April 3rd meeting
• Reminder of March 15th invitation to Little Italy Quality of Life Committee at ICC

The board reviewed case file IBS 22-17 and unanimously recommended it be closed as exonerated. A meeting regarding police disciplinary records was postponed. The board is currently accepting resumes for vacancies until April 30th.

• Recommended case IBS 22-17 be closed as exonerated (unanimous)
• Postponed meeting with Richard Morrisey, Esq. regarding police disciplinary records

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider ordinances to permanently close two streets—Canal Street between Franklin and Third Streets to expand Canal Street Park, and Hill Street between Fourth and Liberty Streets as part of a CDTA Mobility Hub project. The agenda also includes several budget amendments, a property reconveyance, and resolutions on health insurance and climate support.

• Ordinance to discontinue Canal Street right-of-way for Canal Street Park expansion
• Ordinance to discontinue Hill Street right-of-way for Mobility Hub project
• Ordinance authorizing reconveyance of 663-665 Pawling Avenue to former owner after bankruptcy settlement
• Budget amendments for lead service line replacement, including $213,998.50 in HOME funds for Habitat for Humanity
• Resolution to expand Benetech health insurance contract with $15,000 additional expenditure

The City Council approved several budget amendments and fund transfers, including money for replacing lead service lines. The council also authorized the discontinuance of two public rights of way and appointed three Commissioners of Deeds.

• Approved discontinuance of Canal Street between Franklin and Third Street (7-0)
• Approved discontinuance of Hill Street between Fourth and Liberty Street (7-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for lead service line replacement (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for NYS Dept of Health lead service line funds (7-0)
• Approved appropriation of American Rescue Plan funding (7-0)
• Approved reconveyance of 663-65 Pawling Avenue (7-0)
• Appointed three Commissioners of Deeds (Votes: 6-0-1, 6-0-1, 7-0)
• Withdrew resolution supporting NYS Climate Action Council Scoping Plan

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting. The only listed items are the revised regular agenda and signed legislation documents, with no substantive policy items detailed.

• Revised regular agenda for March 2, 2023
• Signed legislation document

The Council amended Department of Public Utilities regulations to implement a program replacing all city-owned lead and galvanized water service lines with copper. The city may also replace privately owned lines at no cost if sufficient lawful funding is available. Other actions included budget amendments and the authorization of $950,000 in bonds for a fire vehicle.

• Approved ordinance to replace all city-owned lead and galvanized water service lines (7-0)
• Authorized $950,000 in serial bonds for a fire-fighting motor vehicle (7-0)
• Approved sale of city-owned real property via Proposal Sale Application Method (6-1)
• Approved discontinuance of public right of way on Canal Street to expand Canal Street Park (7-0)
• Approved discontinuance of public right of way on Hill Street between 4th and Liberty (7-0)
• Approved budget amendments for 2023 Capital Projects, Special Grants, and General Funds (7-0)
• Authorized traffic flow changes on Hill Street and Liberty Street (7-0)
• Tabled resolution to expand Benetech, Inc. health insurance program services (6-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Troy Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to hear and decide on a use variance and area variance for 813 1st Ave. The applicant seeks to build a two-family building on a vacant lot zoned for single-family residential, requiring relief from lot area, width, setback, and parking requirements.

• Use variance to allow two-family building in R-1 single-family zone
• Area variance for minimum lot area: 5,300 sf vs. required 7,200 sf
• Area variance for front setback: 0 ft proposed vs. 25 ft required
• Area variance for parking: 0 spaces proposed vs. 4 required
• SEQR review as Unlisted action

The Zoning Board of Appeals met on March 1, 2023. The board approved the meeting minutes from February 1st. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• Approved February 1st meeting minutes (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings and discuss a request to establish a new Director of Information Services position in the Mayor's Unit, including setting a job specification for the role.

• Consider MSD-222 to create one new Director of Information Services position in the Mayor's Unit
• Establish a job specification for the Director of Information Services role

The Civil Service Commission established a new Director of Information Services position within the Mayor’s Unit. The commission also approved the job specifications for this role.

• Approved MSD-222 to establish Director of Information Services position (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved job specification for Director of Information Services (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0; 1-absent)
• Tabled December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0; 1-absent)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will vote on adding two laborer positions for the school district, establishing eligibility lists for several job titles, and approving the 2022 annual report. The agenda also includes reinstating a former employee as Chief Accountant and reviewing exam announcements.

• Consider MSD-222A to create two new Laborer positions for the Troy School District
• Establish promotional and open-competitive eligible lists for Planner, Personnel Associate, Planning Technician, Computer Network Manager, and HR Generalist
• Consider MSD-222A to add a Personnel Associate position for the City's Finance Unit
• Review reinstatement request for a former Chief Account Clerk in the Finance Unit
• Review exam announcements for Library Associate and Administrative Assistant

The Commission approved the 2022 Annual Report and established several four-year eligible lists for various professional roles. It also authorized new laborer positions for the Troy School District and a Personnel Associate position for the City of Troy Finance Unit.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved two new Laborer positions for Troy School District (2-0; 1-absent)
• Established 4-year eligible lists for Planner, Personnel Associate, Planning Technician, Computer Network Manager, and Human Resources Generalist (all 2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved one new Personnel Associate position for City of Troy Finance Unit (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved reinstatement of a former permanent Chief Account Clerk in the Finance Unit (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved exam announcements for Library Associate and Administrative Assistant (all 2-0; 1-absent)
• Tabled December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0; 1-absent)
• Approved January 24, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (2-0; 1-absent)

City Council

The Troy City Council's Public Utilities Committee is meeting to discuss changes to rules and regulations regarding lead, and the use of grant funding for lead replacement. The agenda contains these two items for discussion, with no other substantive business listed.

• Discussion of changes to rules and regulations regarding lead
• Use of grant funding for lead replacement

Mayor Patrick Madden and the Superintendent of Public Utilities presented a plan for lead pipe replacement. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $950,000 bond for a new fire pumper, amendments to the 2023 capital projects budget, and the sale of a city-owned property. The council will also vote on discontinuing portions of Canal Street and Hill Street for park expansion and a mobility hub project, along with several routine resolutions.

• Bond resolution authorizing $950,000 in serial bonds for a new fire pumper
• Ordinance amending 2023 capital projects budget, including $290,000 for a new ambulance and $166,800 for street paving engineering
• Sale of city-owned parcel at 184 3rd Street to P&A 3 St. Property, LLC for $27,000
• Discontinuance of Canal Street between Franklin and Third Streets to expand Canal Street Park
• Discontinuance of Hill Street between Fourth and Liberty Streets, plus traffic flow changes on Hill and Liberty Streets

The City Council Finance Meeting approved several funding measures, including a budget amendment for capital projects and the issuance of serial bonds for a fire vehicle. The council also authorized the sale of city property and changes to traffic flow on Hill and Liberty Streets.

• Amended 2023 Capital Projects Fund Budget Schedule A from $750,000 to $950,000 (5-0)
• Approved sale of city-owned real property via Proposal Sale Application Method (4-1)
• Proclaimed March 2023 as Women’s History Month (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioners of Deeds for the City of Troy (5-0)
• Authorized $950,000 in serial bonds for a fire fighting motor vehicle (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for discontinuance of Northern Drive for March 23 at 5:30pm (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of a new asphalt hotbox trailer from Stephenson Equipment, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized traffic flow changes on Hill Street and Liberty Street (5-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public hearing to consider permanently discontinuing the Hill Street right of way north of Liberty Street to its intersection with 4th Street. The proposal also includes changing Liberty Street between 4th Street and 5th Avenue from two-way to one-way east-bound, and Hill Street between Liberty Street and Washington Street from two-way to one-way south-bound. Residents may speak at the hearing.

• Proposal to permanently discontinue Hill Street right of way north of Liberty Street to 4th Street
• Change Liberty Street between 4th Street and 5th Avenue to one-way east-bound
• Change Hill Street between Liberty Street and Washington Street to one-way south-bound
• Public hearing at 5:20 p.m. in City Council Legislative Chamber, Troy City Hall, 433 River Street, 5th Floor

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to act on several requests, including street discontinuances for public space expansion, a site plan extension for a mixed-use development, and a new site plan review for a Broadway Avenue building conversion. Public comments are accepted before and during the meeting.

• Discontinuance of half-block of Hill Street for Liberty Square expansion and Mobility Hub
• Discontinuance of half-block of Canal Street for Canal Park expansion north to Poestenkill
• 6-month extension request for 141 Congress St. mixed-use project (90,000 sq ft residential, 50,000 sq ft commercial, 160 parking spaces)
• Site plan review for 504 Broadway Ave. conversion to 3-story mixed-use with restaurant and professional workspaces
• Adoption of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission issued favorable reports to the City Council regarding the discontinuance of portions of Hill Street and Canal Street. The commission also declared its intent to act as the lead agency for a mixed-use project at 504 Broadway Ave. A site plan extension for 141 Congress St. was tabled.

• Issued favorable report to City Council for discontinuance of Hill Street from Liberty Street to Fourth Street (4-0)
• Issued favorable report to City Council for discontinuance of Canal Street from Franklin Street to Third Street (4-0)
• Declared intent to act as Lead Agency for mixed-use project at 504 Broadway Ave (4-0)
• Tabled site plan approval extension for 141 Congress St. until March 15th
• Adopted meeting minutes from January 15, 2022 (4-0)
• No action taken on election of Vice Chairperson due to absence of 2 commissioners

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to review old and new business, including a community surveillance camera initiative with TPD detectives, a revised by-laws distribution, and a case file review of ISB 22-20 reports and body cam footage. They will also discuss the Memphis TN police action and finalize their annual report.

• Community service initiative with TPD detectives on surveillance cameras
• Revised by-laws distribution and review
• Case file review ISB 22-20 reports and body cam footage
• Open discussion on Memphis TN police action
• Final review of Annual Report

The board elected its chair, vice chair, and secretary for the next term. Members approved a press release to fill two vacancies and voted unanimously to remove Columbus Buish from the board.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes
• Re-elected Marcus Nix as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Starletta Smith as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Elijah Scott as Secretary
• Approved press release to fill two board vacancies
• Voted unanimously to remove Columbus Buish from the PORB

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider ordinances to sell four city-owned surplus properties acquired through foreclosure, with bids ranging from $5,000 to $60,000. The council will also vote on resolutions to appoint commissioners of deeds and schedule public hearings for the discontinuance of Canal Avenue and Hill Street, which include proposed traffic changes.

• Sale of 112 M St for $60,000 to Albaraa Alhemyari
• Sale of 430 Second St for $18,000 to Pawel Paliwoda
• Sale of 420 First St for $5,000 to John Oureilidis
• Sale of 45 111th St for $25,000 to Keith Abbott
• Public hearing on Feb 16 for Canal Avenue and Hill Street discontinuance

The City Council approved four ordinances to sell city-owned real property via the proposal sale application method. The council also appointed four Commissioners of Deeds and scheduled public hearings regarding street discontinuances for park expansion and traffic flow changes.

• Approved sale of city-owned parcel (5-2)
• Approved sale of city-owned parcel (7-0)
• Approved sale of city-owned parcel (6-0-1)
• Approved sale of city-owned parcel (7-0)
• Appointed four Commissioners of Deeds
• Scheduled public hearing for Canal Street discontinuance to expand Canal Avenue Park (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Hill Street discontinuance and traffic flow changes (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council Law Committee is meeting to consider an application and bid for a parcel of City surplus real property submitted by a city employee, as permitted under Troy City Code § 83-4 (B)(2). The agenda contains only this single item of business.

• Consideration of application and bid for City surplus real property by a city employee per Troy City Code § 83-4 (B)(2)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Troy City Council regular meeting. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials, including signed legislation, with no substantive items detailed.

• Agenda document: CCREGULARAGENDA02022023.PDF
• Signed legislation document: CCREGULARSIGNEDLEGISLATIONO2022023.PDF

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on February 1, 2023, to consider two applications: a special use permit to convert a former banquet hall at 107th St into a church, and area variances for converting a three-family home at 3278 6th Ave into six studio apartments.

• Special use permit for banquet hall-to-church conversion at 107th St
• Area variances for 6-unit apartment conversion at 3278 6th Ave: lot area shortfall of 2,925 sq ft, zero front setback, 7 ft side setback, 46 units/acre density overage, zero parking spaces provided

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit to convert a former banquet hall into a church. The board also granted area variances to allow a three-family building to be converted into six studio apartments.

• Approved January 4th meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for church conversion at 107th St (5-0)
• Approved Negative Declaration (SEQR) for 3278 6th Ave project (5-0)
• Approved area variances for conversion to six studio apartments at 3278 6th Ave (4-1)

Troy Local Development Corporation

The Troy Local Development Corporation board will meet to consider an authorizing resolution to transfer a Federal Street parcel to the City of Troy for the Kings Commons II project. The agenda also includes updates on the Alamo sale to the city, a solar panel lease assignment, financials, election of a board chair, and a geothermal presentation.

• Authorizing resolution to transfer Federal Street parcel (TMID No. 101.46-1-2.1) for Kings Commons II project
• Update on Alamo sale to City of Troy for $115,000, with proceeds to redeem HUD Loan
• Solar panel lease assignment from Monolith Solar to SL Empire Solar I LLC for property at 77 Water Street
• Financial report: total assets $2,914,847, fund balance $2,025,724 as of Oct 31, 2022
• Election of Board Chair and geothermal presentation

The board approved the sale of a land parcel on Federal Street to the Kings Commons II project for $75,000. The board also elected Jeff Betts as the new chair of the LDC and approved the December financial statements.

• Approved sale of Federal Street parcel to Kings Commons II Project for $75,000 (5-0)
• Elected Jeff Betts as chair of the LDC (5-0)
• Approved December financial statements (5-0)
• Approved November 18, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council

The Troy City Council Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a zoning ordinance, the Hill Street Mobility Hub, Canal Avenue Park, the discontinuance of Northern Drive between 5th and Turnpike, and a proposal from Bryce Companies/Atrium. These are agenda items for discussion or action.

• Zoning Ordinance
• Hill Street Mobility Hub
• Canal Avenue Park
• Northern Drive Discontinuance between 5th and Turnpike
• Bryce Companies/Atrium

City Council

The Troy City Council is holding a public safety meeting to discuss Fire Department staffing issues. The agenda includes routine items like the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and agenda presentation, but the main item is a discussion on staffing.

• Discussion of Fire Department staffing issues

The meeting consisted of a public forum and presentations regarding Fire Department staffing and financials. No formal actions were decided, approved, or denied.

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider creating three new positions in the Finance and Public Utilities units, amend a residency requirement for a school lunch director exam, review an exam for an assistant facilities director, and establish a promotional list for Police Captain.

• MSD-222 to create Assistant to the Comptroller position in Finance
• MSD-222 to create Principal Account Clerk position in Public Utilities
• MSD-222A to add a Senior Data Entry Machine Operator in Finance
• Amendment to residency requirement for Director of School Lunch exam
• Establish 4-year promotional eligible list for Police Captain

City Council

The Troy City Council is deciding on several financial and property matters, including the sale of 29 city-owned parcels acquired through tax foreclosure, budget amendments totaling $610,000 for copiers, water purification chemicals, and debt payments, and a property reconveyance at 150 Seventh Avenue. The council will also consider appointing commissioners of deeds, a contract for hazardous waste services, and a resolution for a transportation project.

• Sale of 29 city-owned parcels via proposal sale method, with bids ranging from $100 to $60,000
• Reconveyance of 150 Seventh Avenue to former owner Kem J. Cummins Jr. per bankruptcy court order
• $60,000 budget amendment for new copiers and printers
• $250,000 budget amendment for water purification chemicals
• $300,000 budget amendment for short-term debt payments

The City Council passed several ordinances to amend the 2023 budget for equipment, water purification, and debt payments. The council also authorized the sale of multiple city-owned property parcels and approved a transportation federal-aid project.

• Approved reconveyance of real property at 150 Seventh Avenue (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for new copiers and printers (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for water purification materials and supplies (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for short-term principal debt payments (7-0)
• Approved sale of 430 2nd st, 112 M st, 258 Stow ave, and 45 111th st (7-0)
• Approved sale of 420 1st st (6-0-1)
• Approved appointment of Commissioners of Deeds (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Mxi Environmental Services, Llc (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Troy Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on several site plan requests referred by the Bureau of Code Enforcement. The most significant item is a revised proposal for the Troy Atrium's southern portion, which includes a 5-story building with 100 multi-family residential units. The commission will also consider a new application to convert a downtown frame shop into a wine cellar and revisit a revised plan for a delicatessen on Third Street.

• PLPC 2023 0001: 201 Broadway — convert former frame shop into wine cellar by Grocery Wine Shop, LLC
• PLPC 2022 0108: 391 Third Street — revised plan for delicatessen (no alcohol, tobacco, or lottery)
• PLPC 2022 0078: Troy Atrium/0 Fourth Street — 26,910 sq ft, 5-story building with 100 residential units and parking
• Adoption of meeting minutes from December 21, 2022

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 100-unit multi-family residential building at the Troy Atrium, pending City Council approval. The board also approved a new wine cellar and a delicatessen with specific sales restrictions.

• Elected Anthony Mohen as temporary Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved site plan for wine cellar at 251 Broadway (5-0)
• Approved site plan for delicatessen at 391 Third Street with stipulation prohibiting sale of alcohol, tobacco, and lottery items (5-0)
• Issued Negative Declaration for SEQR regarding Troy Atrium/0 Fourth Street (5-0)
• Approved Troy Atrium site plan for 100 multi-family units pending City Council approvals (5-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes from December 21, 2022 (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Troy Civil Service Commission will consider establishing three new positions: Assistant to the Comptroller in the Finance Unit, Principal Account Clerk in the Public Utilities Unit, and an additional Senior Data Entry Machine Operator in the Finance Unit. The commission will also discuss amending residency requirements for the Director of School Lunch exam and review an exam announcement for Assistant to the Director of Facilities III.

• Consider MSD-222 to create Assistant to the Comptroller position in Finance Unit
• Consider MSD-222 to create Principal Account Clerk position in Public Utilities Unit
• Consider MSD-222A to add one Senior Data Entry Machine Operator in Finance Unit
• Consider amending residency requirement for Director of School Lunch exam #65290
• Review open competitive exam announcement for Assistant to the Director of Facilities III exam #63244

Police Objective Review Board

The Troy Police Objective Review Board is meeting to discuss proposed by-law amendments, a demographic report on the Arabic-speaking population, and to review specific case files, including an animal control case and body camera footage. They will also receive year-end statistical data from the Troy Police Department and begin work on their annual report.

• Proposed amendments to by-laws
• Demographic report focusing on Arabic-speaking population
• Case file review ISB 22-13 (animal control) and ISB 22-19 BWC footage
• TPD year-end statistical data
• Annual report due in February

The board approved amended bylaws and accepted the December 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed the potential reproduction of police complaint forms in Arabic and reviewed camera footage for two cases. The board also determined its leadership and membership for the next term.

• Approved amended PORB Bylaws
• Accepted December 2022 meeting minutes
• Confirmed Marcus Nix as Chair and Starletta Smith as Vice Chair
• Confirmed Marcus Nix, Starletta Smith, Michael Tuttman, and Taneisha Harris for another three-term
• Appointed Elijah Scott as secretary
• Resolved to seek six candidates for board seats by the end of April
• Reviewed camera footage for cases ISB22-13 and ISB22-19

City Council

The Troy City Council is meeting to consider three resolutions: setting 2023 meeting dates, appointing a Commissioner of Deeds, and approving a grant application to the Empire State Development Corporation for up to $3 million under the Restore NY Communities Initiative. The grant would fund demolition and infrastructure work at 1818 Fifth Avenue, where Rosenblum Development plans to build a four-story residential building.

• Resolution setting 12 regular council meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024
• Appointment of John Van Alstyne as Commissioner of Deeds for a two-year term
• Approval of Restore NY grant application for up to $3,000,000 for 1818 Fifth Avenue demolition and infrastructure
• Project involves demolition of vacant bank building and construction of four-story residential building

The City Council approved a resolution to apply for funding from the Empire State Development Corporation. The council also set the 2023 meeting schedule and appointed a Commissioner of Deeds.

• Approved application for Restore NY Communities Initiative grant funding (7-0)
• Approved dates for the next twelve regular monthly meetings (7-0)
• Approved appointment of a Commissioner of Deeds (7-0)

City Council

The Troy City Council will consider three resolutions: setting 2023 meeting dates, appointing a Commissioner of Deeds, and endorsing a grant application to the Empire State Development Corporation for up to $3 million to demolish a vacant bank building at 1818 Fifth Avenue and prepare the site for a proposed four-story residential building. The agenda also includes a vacancy list and public forum.

• Resolution endorsing Restore NY Communities Initiative grant application for up to $3,000,000 for demolition and infrastructure at 1818 Fifth Avenue
• Appointment of John Van Alstyne as Commissioner of Deeds for a two-year term
• Resolution setting regular council meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024
• Vacancy list includes 12 firefighter positions and 3 police officer positions

The City Council approved a resolution to apply for funding from the Empire State Development Corporation. The council also set the 2023 meeting schedule and appointed a Commissioner of Deeds.

• Approved application for Restore NY Communities Initiative grant funding (7-0)
• Set dates for the next twelve regular monthly meetings (7-0)
• Appointed a Commissioner of Deeds for the City of Troy (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on January 4, 2023, to hear and decide on a single new business item: an area variance request for a proposed delicatessen at 391 Third Street that would provide no parking, seeking relief from the required three spaces. The board will also adopt meeting minutes from December 7, 2022. The meeting is in-person with virtual attendance and public comment options.

• Area variance for 391 Third St. (0.05 ac., R-4 zone) to convert vacant space to delicatessen with zero parking, requesting relief of three spaces
• Adoption of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes by resolution

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request from Domenic Costa to convert a vacant space into a delicatessen. The board granted a variance for three required parking spaces that were not provided.

• Approved parking variance for 391 Third St (4-0)
• Approved Negative Declaration (SEQR) for 391 Third St (4-0)
• Approved December 7th meeting minutes (3-0)