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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Guilderland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Village of Altamont water service refusals
The village told a Brandel Road landowner it won't provide water to anyone outside the village, forcing new development onto private wells and septic. Well issues, including manganese, are already known on Brandel Road.
Sewer District Budget and Rate Increases
The town adopted sewer budgets that increase rates by $0.45 for existing users and raise operation and maintenance costs by $20.59, bringing the average home's sewer cost to $307.29.
McKownville Lighting District Infrastructure Replacement
The town authorized shifting $14,634.21 from the McKownville Lighting District fund balance to replace unsafe underground wiring on Westlyn Court identified by National Grid.
Stormwater Management Program Plan Adoption
Residents and board members discussed how ongoing commercial development and paving along Western Avenue contribute to localized flooding and stormwater runoff concerns in surrounding neighborhoods.
Transfer Station Scale Replacement
The town's 40-year-old weight scale at the Transfer Station is failing inspections and needs replacement. The board authorized a request for proposals and approved tapping the Transfer Station Capital Reserve fund, subject to public vote requirements.