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1 month ago

Middletown board authorizes $1.5 million bond to acquire watershed land The Middletown board approved a $1.5 million serial bond authorization to provide the city's matching funds for state DEC grants aimed at buying watershed parcels, including the Hosking Farm, and installing riparian buffers to protect the water supply. The grants are reimbursement-based and must be spent by June 30.

Middletown is set to invest $1.5 million to protect its water supply by acquiring key watershed land, including the historic Hosking Farm.

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1 month ago

Middletown police chief reports small dip in January calls, outlines staffing changes and expanded training The Middletown Police chief reported a 2% decline in January calls for service, outlined five current vacancies, several upcoming retirements and expanded training funded in part by a state senator; the commission accepted department minutes and closed the public portion by voting to enter executive session on personnel matters.

Middletown Police experienced a slight dip in January calls, but a surge in parking enforcement and expanded training initiatives are paving the way for a safer community!

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1 month ago

Resident asks whether DHS/ICE will operate in Middletown; city official says renovated courthouse will be for city courts, not immigration detention A member of the public raised concerns about the Department of Homeland Security possibly opening a facility in Middletown; a city official said the renovated former federal court will operate as a city/regional court facility funded in part by state grants and is not an ICE detention site, and said the city would oppose any such federal detention facility.

Concerns about a potential ICE facility in Middletown were addressed at a recent Police Commission meeting, clarifying that the renovated courthouse will serve as a local court, not a detention site.

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2 months ago

Council approves package of resolutions including contracts, budget transfers and code updates Middletown’s Common Council approved a set of resolutions covering third-party administration contracts, facility monitoring agreements, a $79,000 budget transfer for integrated waste services, a youth-grant acceptance, code amendments on taxi licensing, towing rates and parking, and other items. Most measures passed on roll calls.

Middletown's Common Council just approved a significant package of resolutions that could reshape local operations and traffic regulations—what does it mean for your community?

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2 months ago

Council approves transfer of 218–220 Monhagen Ave to housing authority to support 100-unit project The Middletown Common Council approved conveyance of 218–220 Monhagen Avenue to the Middletown Housing Authority. Mayor DeStefano said the $1 transfer would be included in a proposed public–private affordable-housing project that could add 100 units and renovate 199 existing units, tied to state funding and a regional developer.

Middletown's Common Council just approved a game-changing transfer of property that could bring 100 new affordable housing units to the community, all for just $1!

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2 months ago

Middletown Board approves renewal of H2O water and wastewater services contract over objections After a lengthy debate about cost, staffing and procurement, the Board of Estimate voted 2–1 Jan. 29 to renew the city’s contract with H2O for water and wastewater plant operations; critics urged putting services out to bid, citing an annual contract total of roughly $691,923.

The Middletown Board's controversial 2-1 vote to renew a $700,000 contract with H2O raises questions about rising water rates and the future of local procurement.

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3 months ago

Planning board declares intent to serve as lead agency for proposed 38‑unit Union/Franklin mixed‑use project and keeps public hearing open The planning board declared its intent to serve as lead agency under the State Environmental Quality Review process for a proposed five‑story, 38‑unit mixed‑use building at 12–14 Union Street and 4–8 Franklin Street, and voted to keep the public hearing open while CPL engineering review and EAF notifications proceed.

Middletown's Planning Board is moving forward with an ambitious five-story mixed-use project that promises 38 new residential units and ground-floor retail!

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3 months ago

Middletown officials sworn in as mayor urges unity and continued service At a swearing-in ceremony in Middletown, Mayor DeStefano, newly elected and returning aldermen, and Judge Stephen Brockett were sworn in. Officials and visiting state and federal representatives praised local cooperation and pledged continued partnership.

Middletown's new leaders were sworn in amid inspiring remarks on unity and civic engagement, setting the stage for an optimistic future!

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3 months ago

Middletown board approves emergency electrical work, county mapping MOA and raises minimum wage; SRO agreement tabled Trustees approved emergency replacement of Middletown High School’s electrical service, a memorandum of agreement with Orange County for school mapping, several Twin Towers change orders, adoption of an employee compensated-absences accounting policy, and a minimum-wage increase; the School Resource Officer agreement was tabled pending year/price clarifications.

The Middletown School District Board has taken significant steps, including emergency electrical work and a minimum wage increase, while delaying a crucial School Resource Officer agreement for further clarification.

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3 months ago

Public calls for superintendent’s termination as Middletown board faces ongoing legal concerns Dozens of speakers urged the Middletown board to terminate the superintendent’s contract, citing past settlements and an active EEOC complaint; the board heard both calls for termination and praise for the acting superintendent but took no termination vote.

Tension escalates in Middletown as community members clash over calls to terminate the superintendent amid serious legal concerns and contrasting praise for positive school changes.

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3 months ago

Middletown announces tax-credit closing for $43 million O & W housing project Mayor told the council the O & W project closed on new market and historic tax credits, which, combined with state and federal credits and a Recap investment, reduce the city's net expense and allow contract awards to proceed.

Middletown just secured key tax credits for a groundbreaking $43 million redevelopment project, paving the way for construction contracts to be awarded soon!

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3 months ago

Middletown officials report fluoride overfeed at treatment plant; no elevated levels detected in distribution system City water officials disclosed a Nov. 10 fluoride overfeed at the Lisonbee treatment plant caused by a decimal-entry error on the SCADA control system, said Commissioner Twill. Officials notified state and county health agencies and described immediate safeguards, including stopping fluoride feed and installing a smaller feed pump.

A fluoride overfeed incident at Middletown's water treatment plant raised concerns, but officials assure the public that testing shows no elevated levels in the distribution system.

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3 months ago

Middletown to accept donated lot from Coach USA for planned transportation hub; DOT funds available The council approved a resolution to accept a parcel donated by Coach USA to be incorporated into the Middletown Transportation Hub. City staff said the Department of Transportation has roughly $7.5 million available for the larger project and the city will negotiate a lease with Coach USA for bus parking use.

Middletown is set to transform its transportation landscape with a new hub, thanks to a generous land donation from Coach USA and a potential $7.5 million in DOT funding!

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3 months ago

Middletown Board of Estimate approves cleanup of tax-credit agreements for O and W project, readies closing The Middletown Board of Estimate at a brief meeting approved clerical revisions to three tax-credit-related agreements tied to the O and W Prime LLC project, authorized moving toward a planned closing and signaled contractor awards and construction to follow.

The Middletown Board of Estimate has greenlit key updates for the O and W Prime LLC project, paving the way for a crucial closing this Friday!

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5 months ago

Consultants outline vision, strategic sites and contamination concerns for Middletown Community Campus BOA study Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress presented findings from its Middletown Community Campus Brownfield Opportunity Area study, highlighting a community vision, 10 strategic sites (including a former power plant and the Kleiner Building), preliminary environmental flags and next steps for public workshops and site testing.

A bold vision for the Middletown Community Campus is taking shape, focusing on revitalization and strategic redevelopment of key sites, but community voices reveal mixed feelings about the space's current state.

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5 months ago

Proposed County Route 78 Gas Station: Board Keeps Hearing Open After Late Engineering and Environmental Concerns A law firm representing neighboring Gasland Petroleum submitted late comments alleging insufficient traffic, tanker-circulation and stormwater details and urged a DEC jurisdictional determination for a proposed gas station at 16–18 County Route 78. The applicant’s counsel rebutted and alleged a conflict of interest regarding prior representation. C

Concerns over traffic, safety, and environmental impact have prompted the Middletown Planning Board to keep the public hearing open on a proposed gas station, leaving the future of the project hanging in the balance.

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5 months ago

Middletown board authorizes long-term water and sewer agreement with Goshen; estimates $2.2M annual revenue The Middletown Board of Estimate and Apportionment voted to authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Goshen for water and sewer services, estimating 300,000 gallons per day and roughly $2.2 million a year when fully implemented. The agreement is described in the meeting as a 40-year commitment with extensions and is subject to council

Middletown's Board just greenlit a groundbreaking 40-year water and sewer deal with Goshen that could rake in $2.2 million annually for vital infrastructure improvements!

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5 months ago

Middletown expands emergency food assistance as federal SNAP help remains uncertain The city extended applications and will distribute $50 vouchers Wednesday to families enrolled in the Middletown Emergency Food Assistance Program; staff said more than 200 households had applied and that the city is exploring using municipal funds under a declared emergency to expand aid pending legal guidance from the New York Conference of Mayos

Middletown is stepping up to support families in need by distributing $50 food-voucher cards this Wednesday, with over 200 households already applying for assistance!

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5 months ago

Middletown council moves forward on Goshen intermunicipal water deal; ‘Indigo’ plan could add revenue The council approved an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Goshen and staff described water-wholesaling strategies designed to stabilize rising debt-service costs on aging water and sewer infrastructure. Officials said the Goshen deal could yield about $2.2 million annually when fully implemented and that an Indigo project under analysis may

Middletown's council just approved a game-changing water deal with Goshen that could bring in $2.2 million annually, while an ambitious new project promises even greater revenue potential!

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5 months ago

Votes at a glance: Middletown Common Council adopts multiple routine resolutions; roll-call results The council approved a slate of routine resolutions and traffic changes including budget transfers, grant acceptances, a cable franchise, a Maple Hill Park SEQRA determination, and vehicle-and-traffic changes for Highland Avenue; roll-call tallies are listed below.

Middletown's Common Council just passed a series of resolutions that could reshape local traffic and recreational spaces, including a splash pad and speed bumps!

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5 months ago

Middletown leaders say $7.5 million transportation-hub grant revived; downtown parking garage construction continues County and city officials told the Common Council the long-planned transportation hub near the bus garage is moving again after nearly $7.5 million in grant funding was secured; the council also heard updates on a South Street parking garage and a $250,000 community-campus planning grant.

Middletown is set to revitalize its transportation hub with an impressive $7.5 million grant, promising improved commuter access and a vibrant downtown!

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5 months ago

Middletown committee discusses cutting downtown parking minimums to spur Union Street infill The Middletown Legislative Committee heard a mayoral proposal to reduce required parking in the downtown mixed-use (DMU) zone to 1.5 spaces per one- and two-bedroom unit to enable a planned Union Street infill project and to prompt broader zoning review; no zoning change was adopted at the meeting.

Middletown's mayor is pushing to reduce downtown parking minimums to just 1.5 spaces per unit, aiming to kickstart the Union Street infill project and reshape the future of the city!

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6 months ago

City Issues $6.6M Bond for $40M Building Renovation Project City plans $6.6 million bond issuance for major building restoration project costs.

Middletown's Common Council just approved a $6.6 million bond for a $40 million building renovation, promising significant upgrades at a fraction of the cost!

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6 months ago

City Council Discusses $33M Historic Preservation Project and Parking Development Council members highlight project's significance for community revitalization and iconic structure restoration.

Middletown's Common Council has just approved a transformative $33 million project to restore the historic O&W building, promising to breathe new life into the community and boost economic growth!

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6 months ago

City Approves $43M Project Funded Through Public Private Partnerships and Tax Credits City's $43 million project secures $10 million for RECAP improvements with diverse funding sources.

Middletown is set to transform its future with a groundbreaking $43 million project, featuring a $10 million boost for critical enhancements!

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6 months ago

Middletown Launches $43M O and W Project for Childcare and Community Benefits Middletown's O and W project revitalizes historic site, providing essential childcare services.

Middletown is set to transform a historic landmark into a $43 million facility that will provide vital childcare services, revitalizing the community and enriching the lives of its youngest residents.

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6 months ago

City Council Approves Lease Agreement with RECAP for Historic Project Funding Council members authorize RECAP lease agreement as part of historic renovation efforts.

Middletown's latest council meeting revealed crucial funding updates and a significant lease agreement aimed at revitalizing historic projects—will they secure the support needed to move forward?

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6 months ago

Milltown Board of Estimates Approves Resolutions for Community Action Programs Board authorizes lease and capital improvement agreements with Regional Economic Community Action Program.

Middletown's Board of Estimates just approved two game-changing resolutions with RECAP that promise to boost community initiatives—what does this mean for local development?

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6 months ago

Middletown School Board Appoints Camila Doma as Acting Superintendent Board of Education approves Camila Doma as acting superintendent with new stipend.

The Middletown Board of Education has made significant leadership changes, appointing Camila Adoma as acting superintendent and reappointing David Coats as athletic director—what does this mean for the future of the district?

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6 months ago

Board Approves Six-Month Extension for Orange Terrace Properties Area Variance Members grant extension request for Orange Terrace properties amid minor project revisions.

Middletown's Zoning Board just approved a crucial six-month extension for the Orange Terrace properties, paving the way for much-needed housing development!

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