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1 month ago

Planning board questions landscaping, parking and permits for proposed Goshen hotel complex Board members pressed the developer behind a proposed 63‑acre hotel and restaurant complex in Goshen for documentation of a prior ZBA interpretation, requested DOH/DEC submittals for the wastewater treatment plant and asked for plan revisions on landscaping islands, parking visibility and wall heights before returning for site‑plan action.

The Goshen planning board is putting the brakes on a proposed hotel complex, demanding clarity on parking and landscaping before giving the green light.

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1 month ago

Goshen board advances Craigville Park Phase A after grant from senator’s office Park & Rec presented Phase A plans for Craigville Park on Feb. 12: three athletic fields, expanded parking and an ADA splash pad funded largely by a grant from Senator Scoopis’ office; JRC approved the initial phase and the town board asked for continued updates.

Exciting upgrades are coming to Craigville Park, featuring new athletic fields, an ADA-accessible splash pad, and more, all thanks to a grant from Senator Scoopis!

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1 month ago

Goshen board weighs activating dormant housing authority created under 1970s law The board discussed whether to activate a housing authority created by a 1970s legislative petition. Members flagged that the authority would be a distinct legal entity able to buy property and bond independently, and asked staff and counsel to research statutory powers and oversight before deciding whether to keep, activate, or surrender the authority.

The Goshen board is at a crossroads, debating whether to activate a decades-old housing authority that could operate independently and reshape the town's future.

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1 month ago

Goshen board discusses creation of community preservation fund backed by senator Supervisor introduced a proposal—backed by Senator Scoopis—to create a community preservation fund funded by a small transfer tax on property sales (modeled on Chester/Warwick). The board discussed whether the fee would be paid by buyer or seller, referendum requirements, exemptions, and next steps to develop an adoption plan.

Goshen's board is exploring a groundbreaking community preservation fund that could transform local open space funding with a small transfer tax—what's your take?

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1 month ago

Residents press Goshen board to tighten rules after contested 10‑MW Millburn Road solar proposal At a Feb. 12 Town Board meeting, residents and board members debated whether to tighten local zoning and battery-storage rules after developers proposed a 10‑megawatt project split into two 5‑MW arrays. Speakers warned of watershed risks, fire and hazardous‑materials concerns and urged an independent environmental review or a moratorium until regulations are updated.

Local residents are urging the Goshen Town Board to strengthen regulations on a contentious solar project that could threaten the area's water supply and safety.

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2 months ago

Neighbors and town supervisor raise traffic-safety concerns over proposed Salamony Ready‑Mix plant Town officials and nearby residents warned that a proposed Salamony Ready‑Mix concrete plant could worsen backups and safety risks at the intersection of Route 17M and County Route 50; DOT told officials widening would require property takings, and the town has asked a traffic engineer to evaluate local roads.

Residents are sounding the alarm over a proposed concrete plant that could turn a notorious intersection into a traffic nightmare.

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2 months ago

Goshen ZBA adjourns rehearing on variances for 6 and 8 Elmore Drive to Feb. 17 The zoning board kept the rehearing open and asked counsel and the applicant to refine variance language before deliberating whether to grant relief tied to floodplain, aquifer and lot-area rules for two Arcadia Hills lots.

Goshen's Zoning Board has postponed a critical decision on variances for Arness Estates, raising questions about floodplain regulations and community impact.

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2 months ago

Goshen ZBA keeps Millburn Road solar hearing open after extensive resident opposition; adjourns to March 3 Solar Liberty Energy Systems seeks three area variances tied to an internal lot line for a roughly 10 MW installation at 18 Millburn Road; residents cited water, fire, wildlife, visual and property-value concerns. The ZBA left the hearing open and scheduled a March 3 continuation.

The Goshen Zoning Board of Appeals faces a heated debate over a proposed solar project as residents raise serious concerns about environmental risks and property values.

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2 months ago

Goshen board reaffirms Amy's Kitchen findings and grants conditional reapproval amid public objections After a lengthy public hearing and debate over whether to require updated studies, the Goshen Planning Board voted to reaffirm prior findings and adopt a conditional reapproval for the Amy's Kitchen site so the applicant can market the site to prospective buyers; opponents argued this amounts to an end-run around the town's code and urged a fresh review.

The Goshen Planning Board has sparked controversy by reauthorizing approvals for the long-dormant Amy's Kitchen site, prompting heated debates about community protections and transparency.

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2 months ago

ERB raises water, slope and scenic‑overlay questions on 'Big Sky Farm' development Goshen ERB members reviewed a large mixed‑use proposal known as Big Sky Farm (senior housing and hotel) and asked the applicant to verify water availability, slope constraints for age‑restricted housing, septic/pack limits, and compliance with the 800‑foot scenic road overlay before proceeding.

The Goshen ERB is raising critical concerns over water availability and visual impact for the ambitious Big Sky Farm development that could reshape the community.

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2 months ago

ERB weighs environmental tradeoffs for Science of the Soul’s proposed event parking The ERB examined a special‑permit request from Science of the Soul to convert 11 acres into event parking (proposed capacity ~936 cars) and asked for wetland delineation, clean‑fill protocols, truck‑route and noise mitigation, floodplain compensation and limits on post‑construction use.

The Goshen ERB is facing tough decisions on transforming a wet field into a massive event parking lot—can they balance community needs with environmental concerns?

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2 months ago

Goshen board authorizes RFQ advertising for $1.8M Arcadia Hills water treatment work The Town Board approved a resolution to advertise a request for qualifications for engineering services tied to a $1.8 million EFC grant for Arcadia Hills water treatment improvements, with discussion of greensand filters and a larger $3 million project scope.

Goshen Town Board is taking a big step towards cleaner drinking water with a $1.8M grant aimed at improving the Arcadia Hills water treatment plant!

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3 months ago

Goshen board keeps public hearing open, orders third-party risk review paid from applicant escrow After extended debate over safety and timing, the Goshen Town Board voted to keep its public hearing open on an applicant’s battery storage project, authorize a third‑party risk analysis to be paid from the applicant’s escrow, and assign a board member to coordinate the review.

The Goshen Town Board is taking a cautious approach to a proposed battery energy storage project, prioritizing public safety with a third-party risk analysis while keeping the public hearing open.

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3 months ago

Goshen secures $1.8M EFC grant for Arcadia Hills; board reaffirms FY2026 fiscal policies Town leaders announced an $1,800,000 grant from EFC for Arcadia Hills and the board approved authorizing documents and reaffirmed procurement, investment and debt-management policies for fiscal year 2026.

Goshen just scored an incredible $1.8M grant for the Arcadia Hills project, but the town still needs to close a $1.2M funding gap to make it a reality!

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3 months ago

Goshen board approves Part 3 EAF outline for Jessup Switch Road warehouse after traffic, water and bonding concerns The Planning Board advanced the amended site plan for a proposed warehouse on Jessup Switch Road, approving the Part 3 EAF outline subject to consultant and town comments after discussion about wetlands, a reduced building footprint (120k→100k ft²), road‑widening obligations and water/well testing protocols.

The Goshen Planning Board has given the green light for a revised warehouse project, but not without addressing critical concerns over wetlands, road improvements, and water supply!

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3 months ago

Developers outline Big Sky Farm plan in Goshen: 55+ community, hotel and utilities; board declares lead agency Big Sky Farms LLC presented a conceptual plan for a 47.2‑acre development with a 55+ planned community and a proposed 160–200‑room hotel; the board declared intent to be SEQR lead agency and classified the project as a Type I action, triggering fuller environmental review and agency referrals.

Big Sky Farms LLC has unveiled an ambitious plan for a 55+ residential community and a significant hotel/conference facility in Goshen, promising open-space preservation and sustainable technologies.

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3 months ago

Goshen discusses Middletown intermunicipal water agreement and district structure; board seeks more engineering detail The Town Board reviewed an intermunicipal agreement (IMA) with Middletown to acquire water and sewer service for a proposed district, debated district boundaries, financial risk, and sequencing with Amy's Kitchen and other contracts, and asked for further engineering analysis before final commitments.

Goshen's Town Board is on the brink of a critical decision about water and sewer services that could reshape the community, but concerns over engineering details and contract sequencing are raising alarms.

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3 months ago

Goshen board hears expert testimony, extends public hearing on temporary moratorium for battery storage Goshen’s Town Board continued its public hearing on Introductory Law No. 9 (a proposed temporary moratorium on battery energy storage systems), heard industry and HazMat testimony after a nearby Warwick fire, and voted to extend the hearing to Jan. 8 while requesting technical analyses and written responses from applicants and experts.

Goshen's Town Board is taking a closer look at battery energy storage safety after recent fires, prompting an extended public hearing that could reshape local energy projects.

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3 months ago

Goshen board debates Middletown water/sewer IMA, costs and who pays for pipeline and plant upgrades Board members and residents pressed for a completed map, plan and cost analysis before committing tax dollars or contesting Amy’s infrastructure ownership; Middletown’s proposed allocation and conditioning of hookups were central concerns.

The Goshen town board is grappling with crucial decisions on a water and sewer agreement with Middletown that could reshape local infrastructure and finances.

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3 months ago

Goshen board hears IWS DEIS; town accepts 10-day written comment period after resident raises leachate concerns At a public hearing on IWS’s DEIS, the applicant requested authority to accept 670 tons of MSW/C&D; residents and consultants pressed the town for details on leachate, DEC/EPA violations and traffic impacts. The board closed the in-person hearing and will accept written comments for 10 days.

Residents voice concerns at the public hearing about a proposed waste transfer station, highlighting potential risks to local water sources and traffic safety.

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5 months ago

Goshen planning board presses RDM on warehouse height, buffers, water and truck traffic At a May planning-board session, officials and residents questioned RDM's revised proposals for large warehouses (notably site 2659), citing requested variances for 200,000+ sq ft and up to 45-foot heights, loss of the 100-foot wooded buffer, reduced noise barriers, unanswered water/sprinkler capacity, and truck queuing on Route 17M; the board has 

Residents and board members are raising serious concerns over RDM's proposed warehouse project, fearing it could disrupt their peaceful community with increased traffic, noise, and loss of vital buffers.

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5 months ago

Goshen planning board reviews revised warehouse site plans, directs Part 2 environmental review The Goshen Planning Board heard presentations on two revised warehouse proposals by Colliers Engineering and Design — one on a 20.7-acre parcel (2659-17M) and one on merged parcels totaling 25.7 acres (2675-17M). Board members praised reductions since 2023 but pressed for more data on noise, truck traffic, elevations, dewatering and visual impacts;

The Goshen Planning Board is taking a closer look at revised warehouse proposals, but they need more data on noise and traffic before giving the green light!

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5 months ago

Residents and officials urge moratorium on battery storage projects while town studies safety and zoning Board members and multiple residents urged a temporary halt on battery energy storage system (BESS) approvals after public comment highlighted fire, toxic-emission and emergency-response concerns; the board agreed to further study options including a moratorium.

Goshen residents are calling for a temporary halt on battery energy storage projects due to serious fire and safety concerns that could put the community at risk.

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5 months ago

Planning board declares lead agency for Amy’s Kitchen site amendment, treats revised warehouse proposal as Type I action The board declared its intent to be lead agency and classified the amended site-plan and special-permit application for the former Amy’s Kitchen (101 River Road Project LLC) as a Type I action for SEQR review; staff told the board the applicant proposes a smaller warehouse and reduced parking, and requested guidance on whether changes would be a 's

The Goshen Planning Board is re-evaluating a significant site amendment for the former Amy’s Kitchen, proposing a downsized warehouse that could reshape local traffic and environmental dynamics.

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5 months ago

Planning board presses developer on safety, noise and water risks for Hartley Road battery storage project At a lengthy review, the board and town staff pressed the applicant for a Tier 2 battery energy storage project on Hartley Road about public-safety response plans, potential contamination of surface and groundwater, visibility and screening, utility pole and interconnection details, and noise impacts; the board requested additional technical sub‑m​

The Goshen Town Planning Board is pushing for crucial safety details on a proposed battery energy storage project, raising concerns over noise, contamination, and emergency response.

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6 months ago

Zoning Board Schedules Public Hearing for Warehouse Modifications in Goodwin Board agrees to hold public hearing in two weeks for proposed warehouse changes.

Goshen's Planning Board is taking bold steps to shape the future, with a crucial public hearing on proposed warehouse modifications set for just two weeks away!

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6 months ago

Public Hearing on Goshen Tax Levy Motion Invites Resident Chris Healy to Speak Resident Chris Healy addresses the public regarding the Goshen tax levy motion.

The recent Town Board Meeting in Goshen showcased passionate community input on the critical tax levy motion that could reshape local services and finances.

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6 months ago

Town Council Approves Increase in Senior Tax Exemption to $37,399 Council members unanimously support raising senior tax exemption to alleviate financial burdens.

Goshen's Town Board just made a historic decision to raise the senior tax exemption, providing much-needed relief to vulnerable residents amid rising costs.

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6 months ago

Goshen Town Board Approves Annual Tax Increase Due to Budget Challenges Goshen faces a 5.61% tax increase amid reduced hotel and mortgage tax revenues.

Goshen residents are facing a 5.61% tax increase as the Town Board grapples with budget challenges and rising costs, but there's a commitment to enhance vital services without breaking the bank.

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6 months ago

Town Council Sets Public Hearing for Budget and Tax Penalties on October 23 Council schedules public hearing to discuss 2026 budget and potential tax penalties.

Goshen's Town Board is gearing up for a crucial public hearing on October 23 to discuss the proposed 2026 budget and a controversial tax penalty plan!

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