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Manlius councilor: NY should invest more in clean energy economy (Commentary)
We can combat climate change, and stop the trajectory that we’re on, by transitioning to clean, renewable energy. It is the only option that is environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. A clean energy economy is the only path forward.
Read MoreCouncilor Contemplations – March 2020
The first case of Coronavirus was confirmed in New York March 1st. At an amazingly fast pace COVID-19 became a public health crisis with daily news briefings at the County, State and Federal level. The Town of Manlius authorized an Intermunicipal Agreement with the Villages of Manlius, Minoa and Fayetteville to share personnel in case critical personnel become ill at a Special Meeting March 16th.
Read MoreCouncilor Contemplations – February 2020
Power to the People!
The big story this month was the outpouring of resident engagement regarding a proposed apartment complex near the Megnin Farms subdivision. Heather and Katelyn met with a neighborhood group early in February. The Town received dozens of letters and more than 100 people attended the Public Hearing on the 24th. The developer withdrew the application the next day.
Read MoreCouncilor Contemplations – January 2020
Councilors are busy forming two new Committees: a Sustainability Committee and a Comprehensive Plan Committee.
Read MoreCouncilor Contemplations – October & November 2019
Fall is Budget time. There were Public Hearings for the Preliminary and Final Budget as well as the Fire Department Contracts.
Read MoreManlius Democrats sweep town board races, flip control of board with 5-1 majority
Prerna Deer, chair of the campaign for the Manlius Town Board Democratic candidates, said their effort was a coordinated, grassroots movement that had candidates knocking on doors and making phone calls.
Read MoreGuide to Town Budget Process
There are budget hearings at the next town board meeting on November 13, 2019 at 6:30pm. To learn more about the process download the document.
Read MoreCouncilor Contemplations – August & September 2019
Sara Bollinger – Manlius Town Councilor Town Councilor Vince Giordano resigned from the Board for health reasons. We wish him well. This circumstance resulted in a Special Election for his seat which will be held alongside the regular election this fall. This is the time of year when the Town puts together the elements of […]
Read MoreManlius Democrat Forum Video
Watch the Manlius Democrats Candidate Forum which was held on September 10th at the Manlius Town Hall.
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