Purchase of Land
There was a large turnout for a Public Hearing 6/26 about purchasing 7.779 acres of land on Burdick Street and accepting a donation of 61.86 acres along Limestone Creek. A wide variety of comments were presented about the need for a new building, environmental issues with the proposed site, the terms of the purchase contract and the impact of such an expensive project on property taxes. Residents stayed for a long time, listening politely to the comments from their neighbors and adding additional
information when needed.
Grant Funded Projects
The Board accepted bids to begin construction of a cold storage barn for the Highway Department this summer thanks to Senator Mannion. The Board approved a bid for the North Eagle Village Stormwater Study with funding from FEMA through NYS DHSES. Onondaga County funded a Stormwater Study for the area around Perry Springs.
Community Pool
The Board authorized $1,500 in ARPA funds for a Feasibility Study.
Burdick Street PUD
Several residents shared concerns about a plan for a large mixed-use development at 5912 North Burdick Street [formerly DOOW Lumber]. A Public Hearing will be held July 24th.
Skyridge Water Supply District
The Board removed the District Extension that included Clear Path for Veterans. Plans are moving forward to replace the existing infrastructure with funds secured by Assembly Member Stirpe. The Town also signed a new Operations and Maintenance agreement with OCWA for the District.
Manlius Redevelopment Corporation
The LDC has been referred to the Economic Development Committee for further study. The Economic Development Committee consists of Councilor Kriesel & Councilor Nesci.
Communication Assessment
The Town authorized $9,000 for Encore Media to do a communications assessment over the summer.
New Furniture
If you come to meetings in person, you will be pleased to learn that the Board has authorized new chairs. The new furniture will also make the Board Room more adaptable for other groups that use the room.
