Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Steven M. Barker’s organization
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes
The board discussed a proposal for a new wireless communication facility at 207 Broadway, reviewing concerns regarding historic preservation and visual impact on the historic district. Additionally, the board considered a request from the Emma Willard School for 17 signage variances, including fence-mounted and freestanding signs. The discussion focused on the necessity of these signs for campus navigation and their visibility from public roadways, while also incorporating public feedback regarding the potential impact of signage on the surrounding historic neighborhood.
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The council convened a public hearing regarding proposed Local Law No. 5, which aims to amend Chapter 257 of the Troy City Code by adding a new article to provide a real property tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans. The session also included a public forum segment.
Oct 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Troy City Council Regular Meeting
The council passed a local law establishing standards for the use of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems and a local law providing a real property tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Additionally, the council declared specific city-owned personal property as surplus, amended the 2026 Water Fund budget, adopted the 2025 Rensselaer County Hazard Mitigation Plan, appointed a new member to the Ethics Commission, accepted a $60,000 Secure 129 grant for a cybersecurity assessment project, and authorized a waiver of the 60% residency requirement for the 2026 East Side Seniors Grant.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Troy City Council Finance Meeting
The council reviewed and passed a local law establishing standards for the use of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems, incorporating several amendments regarding data retention, authorized usage, and reporting requirements. Additionally, the council introduced a local law to provide a real property tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans, declared certain city-owned personal property as surplus for disposal, commemorated the service of Bishop Dr. Norman R. Macklin by renaming a portion of Tenth Street, and scheduled a public hearing regarding the proposed tax exemption for disabled veterans.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
