Notice of Special Meeting Wednesday, December 27th

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, commencing at 6 p.m. at the Hoosick Falls Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of entering into executive session to seek advice from counsel, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Notice of Special Meeting Monday, December 5th

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Monday, December 5, 2022, commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoosick Falls Village Hall, Municipal Building, 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of discussion and potential action concerning settlement of pending litigation (Fitzgerald, Morris, Baker, Firth PC v. Hoosick Falls); discussion and potential action concerning settlement of a pending union grievance matter; executive session to discuss matters leading to the potential employment of a particular person; together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Notice of Special Meeting Thursday, December 8th

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Thursday, December 8, 2022, commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoosick Falls Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of an executive session to discuss matters leading to the potential employment of a particular person, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Notice of Emergency Meeting November 21st

NOTICE OF EMERGENCY MEETING - Village of Hoosick Falls - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an emergency meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Monday, November 21, 2022, commencing at 6 p.m. at the Hoosick Falls Village Hall, Municipal Building, 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of consideration of approval of an agreement pertaining to work to be performed on Tahoe Drive, to enter into executive session relative to a collective bargaining matter and a personnel matter, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Notice of Change of Regular Meeting Date for November 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regularly scheduled meeting to be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls for November 2022 will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 6:00PM at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York in place of the prior scheduled date of November 8th.

Two Introductory Local Law Public Hearings on November 9th

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Village of Hoosick Falls - Introductory Local Law No. 3 of 2022 - A Local Law authorizing the issuance of temporary permits for outdoor dining and for sidewalk sales displays.”

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been introduced before the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, a proposed local law to authorize the issuance of temporary permits for outdoor dining and sidewalk sales displays. A complete copy of the proposed local law is available for inspection at the Village of Hoosick Falls Clerk’s Office and via the link above.

NOW THEREFORE pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid introductory local law on Wednesday, November 9th 2022, to commence at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, at which time all persons interested therein shall be heard.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Village of Hoosick Falls - Introductory Local Law No. 4 of 2022 - A Local Law establishing a restriction on the discharge of firearms and crossbows in the Village of Hoosick Falls.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been introduced before the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, a proposed local law to restrict the discharge of firearms and crossbows in the Village of Hoosick Falls. A complete copy of the proposed local law is available for inspection at the Village of Hoosick Falls Clerk’s Office and via the link above.

NOW THEREFORE pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid introductory local law on Wednesday, November 9th 2022, to commence at 6:15 p.m., at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, at which time all persons interested therein shall be heard.

Notice of Emergency Meeting October 28th

NOTICE OF EMERGENCY MEETING - Village of Hoosick Falls - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Friday, October 28, 2022 commencing at 5:00 p.m., at the Village Office in the Municipal Building 24 Main St., Hoosick Falls, New York for the purpose of discussing matters pertaining to the NY Forward Grant any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Village of Hoosick Falls Leaf Pick-up Schedule

Leaf pickup starts on October 24th, 2022, and runs through November 21st. The Village DPW crew will start in 4th ward, and then move to 3rd ward, 2nd ward, and 1st ward. They will continue to cycle through each ward every few days.

• Please rake your leaves to the curb.
• Be sure to not have any branches or sticks in the pile.
• As a reminder, you can take leaves and lawn clippings to the transfer station for free. Just empty your bags in the pile and be sure to take your bags out with you.

Notice of Change of Regular Meeting Date for November 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regularly scheduled meeting to be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls for November 2022 will be held on Wednesday, November 9th 2022 at 6:00PM at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, in place of the prior scheduled date of November 8th, 2022.

Job Postings: Police Chief, Part-time Police Officer, Full Time DPW

The Village of Hoosick Falls is looking for qualified candidates for the following positions below:

• Police Chief
• Part-time Police Officer
• Department of Public Works: Laborer
• Department of Public Works: Motor Equipment Operator: Light

Please click on any of the above links for details pertaining to the qualifications/requirements. For any further questions, please reach out to the Village Office at 518-686-7072.

Notice of Special Meeting for August 9th

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Village of Hoosick Falls - Introductory Local Law No. 2 of 2022 - A LOCAL LAW REPEALING THE EXISTING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 2008 OF THE VILLAGE OF HOOSICK FALLS AND ENACTING A NEW LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “A LOCAL LAW PROVIDING FOR THE IDENTIFICATION AND REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF UNSAFE BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, AND SITES”

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been introduced before the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, a proposed local law providing for the identification and repair or removal of unsafe buildings, structures, and sites in the Village of Hoosick Falls. A complete copy of the proposed local law is available for inspection at the Village of Hoosick Falls Clerk’s Office.

NOW THEREFORE pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid introductory local law on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, to commence at 6:00 p.m., at the new Highway Garage located at 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, at which time all persons interested therein shall be heard.

Note: a previous post had the wrong date and location. The meeting will be on August 9th, and located at the new Highway Garage at 7 Waterworks Road.

Notice of Special Meeting for July 19th Meeting

There will be a Special Meeting on Tuesday, July 19th, to be held at the Village Municipal Building, located at 24 Main Street. The meeting begins at 6PM.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Hall, Municipal Building, 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of discussing matters pertaining to the municipal landfill; introduction of a local law pertaining to unsafe buildings, structures, and sites; deliberation on an employment/hiring matter; and together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

The Governor’s Executive Order allowing for the use of an internet platform for the purpose of conducting remote meetings for municipal boards has expired on July 14, 2022. This special meeting will be held in person only.

July Regular Meeting in person, with remote option

The regular July Meeting will be an in-person meeting at the Highway Garage, with the option to join via Zoom. The agenda is available here.

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Notice of Continuation of Public Hearing

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the public hearing opened by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on July 5, 2022, pursuant to Section 5(d) of Hoosick Falls Local Law No. 1 of 2008, to consider the matter of the building located at 59 Church Street (Rensselaer County Tax Map No. 27.15-13-11), owned by Rachel C. Marshall, with such building having been determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls to be unsafe, and the repair of said building having been ordered by the Board of Trustees, all in accordance with Local Law No. 1 of 2008, will be continued by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on July 12, 2022 at 6:00pm, or as soon thereafter as may be heard, at the Hoosick Falls Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York. All those interested will be heard at said time and place.

Notice of Special Meeting for July 5th

There will be a Special Meeting on Tuesday, July 5th, to be held at the Village Municipal Building, located at 24 Main Street. The meeting begins at 6PM.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Hall, Municipal Building, 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing under Local Law No. 1 of 2008 concerning an unsafe building located at 59 Church Street, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Please take notice, that a public hearing will be held before the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on July 5, 2022 at 6:00pm, or as soon thereafter as may be heard, at the Hoosick Falls Village Hall, located at 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York 12090, pursuant to Section 5(d) of Hoosick Falls Local Law No. 1 of 2008, to consider the matter of the building located at 59 Church Street (Rensselaer County Tax Map No. 27.15-13-11), owned by Rachel C. Marshall, with such building having been determined by the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls to be unsafe, and the repair of said building having been ordered by the Board of Trustees, all in accordance with Local Law No. 1 of 2008. All those interested will be heard at said time and place.

Tentative Two-Year Agreement covering Operating Expenses to be considered in 5/31 Special Meeting

The Village will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday night, May 31st at 6PM, to consider a proposed payment agreement with Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corporation and Honeywell International. The Special Meeting will be held at the Village Highway Garage, located at 7 Waterworks Road.

Consistent with a previous agreement in 2020, this will be a two-year agreement by which the Village will accept payment of $154,080.69 to cover costs the Village will incur for day-to-day operations of the GAC system and routine maintenance for FY 22/23 and 23/24. Consistent with previous agreements, the Village continues to reserve its rights with respect to further claims relating to PFOA in the Village water supply and the environment.

Please recall that DEC issued a Record of Decision in December of 2021, determining that new supply wells should be developed for the Village. We continue to await action on the Record of Decision with regard to whether Saint-Gobain and Honeywell or DEC will perform the construction required by the ROD.

Related Documents for Special Meeting: Proposed Agreement, Resolution, and the Special Meeting Notice.

There will be a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 3rd, to be held at the Village Munipal Building, located at 24 Main Street. The meeting begins at 6PM.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of consideration of a payment agreement with Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corporation and Honeywell International, Inc. for certain Village costs, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

Police Chief Robert Ashe Retires

On Wednesday, May 11th, the Village was made aware of Police Chief Robert Ashe’s intention to retire. With Friday, May 13th as his last day of employment with the Village of Hoosick Falls, Robert Ashe is now retired. We wish him the best of luck with his future endeavors.

Our Village Police Officers stepped up and served with distinction and honor over the past several months. We are deeply appreciative of their efforts and dedication. Officer-in-Charge Paul Aleksonis will continue to lead the Village of Hoosick Falls Police Department while they provide their essential service to the Village of Hoosick Falls.

The Village will have no further comment at this time.

Notice of Special Meeting for May 3rd

There will be a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 3rd, to be held at the Village Munipal Building, located at 24 Main Street. The meeting begins at 6PM.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Tuesday, May 3rd, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Municipal Building, 24 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose entering executive session to discuss personnel matters.

2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report available

The 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is available here for review and/or download. It is also available through the Village Office.

Notice of Public Hearing for April 25th Special Meeting

There will be a Special Meeting on Monday, April 25th, to be held in person at the new Highway Garage, located at 7 Waterworks Road. The meeting begins at 6PM.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls on Monday, April 25, 2022, comencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Village Highway Garage, 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, for the purpose of adopting the final 2022-2023 municipal budget, together with any other business that may come before the Board of Trustees.

April Meeting, Budget Documents, and Public Hearings

The regular April Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 12th at 6PM in person at the new Highway Garage, located at 7 Waterworks Road. The agenda is available here.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been introduced before the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, a proposed local law to create a civilian review and reform board, to be identified as the Village of Hoosick Falls Civilian Review and Reform Board, to serve in an advisory capacity to the Village of Hoosick Falls Police Department. A complete copy of the proposed local law is available for inspection at the Village of Hoosick Falls Clerk’s Office.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls, New York, will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid introductory local law on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, to commence at 6:00 p.m., at the New Highway Garage located 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, New York, at which time all persons interested therein shall be heard.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing has been scheduled on the tentative budget for the fiscal year June 1, 2022 through May 31, 2023. Such tentative budget has been prepared and filed in the Office of the Village Clerk. The tentative budget is available for inspection by any interested person during regular business hours of the Office of the Village Clerk.

FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoosick Falls shall conduct the public hearing upon such tentative budget at 6:15 pm on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the new highway garage located at 7 Waterworks Road, Hoosick Falls, NY, at which time all persons interested may be heard concerning the tentative budget as compiled or any item therein contained. As required by New York State Law, notice is hereby made that the compensation of the Mayor and the Village Board of Trustees is as follows: Mayor, $11,673; Board of Trustee Position, $4,245.

Tentative Budget Documents: General, Water, Sewer.

Remembering Officer Matthew Waldron (1996-2022)

The Hoosick Falls Police Department and the Village of Hoosick Falls are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of our Village Police Officers. We offer our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and to the communities of Mechanicville and Hoosick Falls, who were lucky enough to know him. We ask for prayers and condolences for the family and our officers, and we stand ready to assist and support the family in any way.

SERVICE INFORMATION: Calling hours will be held at St. Luke's on the Hill Church, 40 McBride Rd, Mechanicville, on Friday, February 18, from 3-7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday in the church starting at 10 a.m., with burial to follow in Hudson View Cemetery.

GRATITUDE: The Village of Hoosick Falls wants to extend our deepest gratitude and thanks to all who have been involved in honoring his life. From the agencies who responded to the accident, to the many local and regional officers and first responders who were at the hospital, to all who were involved in the various escorts of Officer Waldron: we cannot thank you deeply enough for your service, dedication, and honor.

MECHANICVILLE - Patrolman Matthew J. Waldron, 25, lifelong resident of Mechanicville, died suddenly on February 15, 2022 as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident early that morning. Born in Saratoga Springs on April 11, 1996, son of the Honorable Joseph D. and Samantha Brooks Waldron of Stillwater and brother of Carrie Anne Waldron.

Matt was a 2014 graduate of Mechanicville High School and attended HVCC for a short time. He then decided to follow in his father Joe's footsteps, who was a former longtime Chief and police officer in Mechanicville. He started as a dispatcher for the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department in 2016 and then started his officer career, fittingly in Mechanicville, in 2017. He graduated from the Zone 14 Law Enforcement Academy in 2018. He was most recently working for the Hoosick Falls Police Department for the past 3 years.

A genuinely caring person who always put others ahead of himself, Matt enjoyed spending time with friends. He enjoyed partying with them or time spent with them on the golf course. He also loved his Bernese Mountain Dog, Leo, whom he spent much of his time with.

Survivors in addition to his parents Joe and Samantha, include his sister Carrie Anne Waldron, great aunts and uncles Terry(Kay) Waldron, Elzora Conway, Carole, Jean and Earl(Heidi) Waldron, many loving cousins and friends. Also his god parents Linda and Vince Lavazzo and Sean Fenelon.

Calling hours will be held at St. Luke's on the Hill Church, 40 McBride Rd, Mechanicville, NY on Friday, Feb 18th from 3-7PM. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at the Church starting at 10AM, with burial to follow in Hudson View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Matt's family has asked that memorial donations be made to Matthew J. Waldron Scholarship, C/O DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 S Main St, Mechanicville, NY 12118 for a future scholarship to support graduates headed into the Criminal Justice field.

February Regular Meeting in person, with remote option

The regular February Meeting will again be a hybrid meeting, with an in-person meeting at the Highway Garage and an active way to join via Zoom. The agenda is available here.

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January Regular Meeting in person, with remote option

The regular January Meeting will be a hybrid meeting, with an in-person meeting at the Highway Garage and an active way to join via Zoom. The agenda is available here.

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