Boards & Commissions Open House, 12/3/2023, 1:00 PM

Posted on by November 17, 2023

Boards & Commissions Open House, 12/3/2023, 1:00 PM

Curious about how to get more involved? Join us for the Town of Rochester Boards & Commissions Open House!
When: Sunday, December 3, 2023
Time: 1 – 4 PM
Location: Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road, Accord NY

Learn about the current vacancies on our appointed boards and commissions, what types of the projects and duties of each, and what participation and time commitment looks like.

Agenda:
1:00 – 2:00 PM: Special Presentation: Climate Smart Task Force & Q+A
This is a new commission! Staff from Hudson Valley Regional Development Council will present on what a Climate Smart Task Force could achieve in our town and the assistance and resources available to us to be successful with this program.

2:00 – 4:00 PM: Boards & Commissions Showcase
Visit tables of each participating board & commission, speak with current members and officials, learn about what participation looks like, and how each board works with our local government and community. Apply on the spot if you find a good match!

See our list of Boards & Commissions here. Note: Not all Boards & Commissions will have vacancies in 2024.

If you have question please contact Town Council Person Erin Enouen: eenouen@townofrochester.ny.gov // 845-417-5624

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Erin Enouen (she/her)
Town of Rochester
Town Council
(845)417-5624

Notice – Public Hearing LL12-2023 LL13-2023 11/30/2023 6:30PM

Posted on by November 3, 2023

Please take notice that the Town of Rochester Town Board has scheduled a public hearing for

proposed Local Law 12-2023; Amendment to Chapter 125 Subdivision, of the Code of the

Town of Rochester to be held on Thursday November 30, 2023, at 6:30pm. Furthermore, the

Town of Rochester Town Board has scheduled a public hearing for proposed Local Law 13-

2023; Amendment to Chapter 140 Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Rochester to immediately

follow the scheduled public hearing for local law 12-2023. Both public hearings will be held at

the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road Accord, NY 12404.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, Due to public health concerns, in-person attendance will be permitted, however the public will be fully able to observe the meetings via computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Participants who wish to offer comment at the public hearing may do so in one of 4 ways.
1. Appearance in person
2. Appearance by calling +1 929 205 6099, Meeting ID: 4465233798
3. By mail to the Town Clerk Town of Rochester, PO Box 65, Accord, NY 12404
4. Prior to 3:00pm Nov. 30, 2023, written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk in person or via email to kgundberg@townofrochester.ny.gov

BY THE ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD

KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK

LL12-2023.Subdivision.For Public Hearing11_30_2023

LL13-2023.Zoning.11_30_2023

Executive Summary.RochesterZoningChapter140

Notice – Public Hearing Tax Cap Local Law 11-2023 11/9/2023 6:30PM

Posted on by October 31, 2023

Please take notice that the Town of Rochester Town Board has scheduled a public hearing on proposed
local law 11-2023: Tax Cap override, for 11/9/2023 immediately following the 6:30pm public hearing on
the proposed 2024 Budget. The meeting will be held at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco
Road Accord, New York 12404.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, Due to public health concerns, in-person attendance will be permitted,
however, the public will be fully able to observe the meetings via computer, smartphone, tablet, or other
electronic device via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Participants who wish to offer comment at the public hearing may do so in one of 4 ways.
1. Appearance in person
2. Appearance by calling +1 929 205 6099, Meeting ID: 4465233798
3. By mail to the Town Clerk Town of Rochester, PO Box 65, Accord, NY 12404
4. Prior to 3:00pm Nov. 9, 2023, written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk in person or via email to kgundberg@townofrochester.ny.gov
BY THE ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK

LL11-2023.Tax Cap Override Local Law.Presented10_26_2023

Notice – Public Hearing Preliminary Budget 11/9/23 6:30PM

Posted on by October 30, 2023

TOWN OR ROCHESTER
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PREMILINARY BUDGET OF THE TOWN OF ROCHESTER
FOR THE YEAR 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Preliminary Budget of the Town of Rochester for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024, including general funds, highway funds, fire protection fire district, and light district funds, will be filed in the Office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Rochester on 10/27/2023, where it will be available for inspection by any interested person during office hours.

The Town Board of the Town of Rochester shall hold a public hearing on said preliminary budget on 11/09/2023 6:30pm at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road Accord, NY 12404 showing such changes, alterations and revisions as shall have been made therein by the Town Board of the Town of Rochester. At such hearing, any person may be in favor of or against the preliminary budget as compiled or for or against any item or items therein contained.

Pursuant to Section 113 of Town Law, the proposed 2024 salaries of the following Town Elected Officials are hereby specified as follows:

Supervisor: $ 53,300.00
Councilperson: 4 @ $ 7,500.00
Town Clerk: $ 55,224.00
Town Justices: 2 @ $ 17,700.00
Highway Superintendent: $ 64,480.00
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, Due to public health concerns, in-person attendance will be permitted, however the public will be fully able to observe the meetings via computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Participants who wish to offer comment at the public hearing may do so in one of 4 ways.
1. Appearance in person
2. Appearance by calling +1 929 205 6099, Meeting ID: 4465233798
3. By mail to the Town Clerk Town of Rochester, PO Box 65, Accord, NY 12404
4. Prior to 3:00pm Nov. 9, 2023, written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk in person or via email to kgundberg@townofrochester.ny.gov

DATED: 10/30/2023 _________________________
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK

2024 Budget. PRELIMINARY

Notice – Planning Board Public Hearing 11/13/2023 6:30PM

Posted on by October 13, 2023

NOTICE OF HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Law, the Planning Board of the Town of Rochester, will hold a public hearing for the following matter at its meeting on November 13th, 2023, commencing at 6:30PM at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Rd, Accord, NY 12404.
Application # PB 2023-478 Applicant/Owner: Hudson Valley Seed Library LLC
Type: SPA Representative: Nadine Carney Zoning: AR-3 Property Location: 4938 Rte. 209
SBL: 77-1-8.130 SEQRA: Undecided Status: Continued Application
DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes agritourism type uses, including retail and entertainment, which is exempt from the Moratorium.

Persons wishing to be heard at such public hearings may do so via email to pbzba@townofrochester.ny.gov by 3:30pm the day of the meeting.

The public may view the meeting proceedings via YouTube during and after the meeting:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Planning Board meeting agendas will be available online in advance of the meeting at http://townofrochester.nv.gov/agendaminutes/planning-board-agendas/

Any Questions or Concerns please contact,
Jazmyne Wilhelm
Planning and Zoning Board Secretary
845-626-2434 ext.102

Notice – Planning Board Public Hearing 11/13/23 6:30PM

Posted on by October 13, 2023

NOTICE OF HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Law, the Planning Board of the Town of Rochester, will hold a public hearing for the following matter at its meeting on November 13th, 2023, commencing at 6:30PM at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Rd, Accord, NY 12404.
Application # PB 2022-188 Applicant/Owner: Mtn. Laurel Way / Austin Sweeney Type: 3 Lot SBD Representative: Matthew Towne / Willingham Engineering PLLC Zoning: R5 Property Location: TBD Schroon Hill Rd SBL: 60.3-1-55.100 SEQRA: Undecided Status: Continued Application
DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes a 34.27 acre, 3 lot subdivision with a revised sketch plan.

Persons wishing to be heard at such public hearings may do so via email to pbzba@townofrochester.ny.gov by 3:30pm the day of the meeting.

The public may view the meeting proceedings via YouTube during and after the meeting:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Planning Board meeting agendas will be available online in advance of the meeting at http://townofrochester.nv.gov/agendaminutes/planning-board-agendas/

Any Questions or Concerns please contact,
Jazmyne Wilhelm
Planning and Zoning Board Secretary
845-626-2434 ext.102

News – Pataukunk Hamlet Talk 10/14/2023 1PM

Posted on by October 10, 2023

Pataukunk Hamlet talk

Saturday, October 14, 2023 , 1:00pm-3:00pm

Location
Rochester Community Center

10 Tobacco Road
Accord, NY

Price
Free

Description

Learn the history of this town of Rochester hamlet, where farms,
boarding houses, dance halls and shops created a lively destination for
weary city dwellers. Hear first hand accounts from long time residents.
Refreshments served.

Any questions Contact Deb Medenbach, HPC Chair dmedenbach@gmail.com, 845-706-7716