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Key votes and approvals (votes and amounts as announced at the meeting):

- Public right-of-way ordinance: Council enacted an ordinance amending Chapter 180 (Public Right of Way Use Permit) to centralize right-of-way permitting with the Department of Public Works Engineering. Vote: 5-0.

- Capital plan adoption (see separate article): Adopted 5-0 after public hearing.

- Traffic signal improvements (RFP 2020-448): Awarded to Stilson Electric Inc. for a total not to exceed $667,200, per the Department of Public Works recommendation. Vote: 5-0.

- LED streetlight conversion payment: Authorized payment of an outstanding invoice to the New York Power Authority in the amount of $2,000,000 for the city’s LED streetlight conversion work; council noted projected annual energy savings of about $33,000. Vote: 5-0.

- Snow and ice equipment: Contract with TNT Body King for plow kit and equipment not to exceed $12,736.44. Vote: 5-0.

- Precision Trenchless addendum: Authorized an extension of services for collection system infrastructure renewal through Dec. 31, 2025 (no budget change). Vote: 5-0.

- Payments and invoices approved: Saratoga Springs School District transportation for summer camp $9,495.28; Uncharted Wild (summer camp program) $5,700; Romeo Ford vehicle maintenance $1,349.69; Stryker Sales EMS equipment (over‑PO amount) $1,055.18; City of Utica Fire Academy training $13,000; LaRosa’s Automotive vehicle repairs (police fleet) up to $1,500. Votes: various, all approved (most 5-0 where recorded).

- Budget transfers and amendments: Multiple transfers and contingency transfers were approved across finance and DPW lines, including CSEA retroactive raises and payroll coverage; votes recorded as 5-0 on those items.

- Appeal authorization: Council authorized an appeal of certain issues in the Section 75 decision in City of Saratoga Springs v. Chief Joseph Dolan. Council clarified the appeal will not challenge the chief’s reinstatement; the vote recorded was 3-1-1 (three in favor, one opposed, one abstention).

Several items were discussed in executive session or earlier staff briefings and returned for authorization on the consent or regular agenda. Full contract documents and invoices are on file with the city clerk for public inspection.

For follow-up reporting: several items involve larger capital or contractual commitments (traffic signals, NYPA streetlight work) that will proceed through procurement and construction phases; the public may review supporting documents filed with the clerk.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Saratoga - City Council","oneSentenceSummary","Council approved a batch of routine and contract items including a public right-of-way ordinance, traffic signal contract, streetlight payment, various invoices, budget transfers and authorized an appeal in a personnel matter.","taxTitle","Saratoga Springs City, Saratoga County, New York","taxId",7807,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456051,"Council backs 71-unit Finley Street affordable housing pilot; one commissioner abstains",582,5778000,6360000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde&start=5778&end=6360","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde/thumbnail_5778000.jpg","/articles/6456051/Saratoga-Springs-City/Saratoga-County/New-York/Council-backs-71-unit-Finley-Street-affordable-housing-pilot-one-commissioner-abstains","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456051-6d5dab1555b868fb30cad5adfd569242/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179479&Signature=Y0tZhjT4WngNObtIhDAQQVlEZVh9213POEwjeCixjnD0Rk668uojbw~wo-83EK-nMwPavFKVXLr1a8C11VpVCBS8gOPijrN9WVqnup57LbRUqr43LVWDg44hqyPSgfIK7-zZQYtcl~tuu1P9MOYY8Rxjm28oicjosNGhpQHZcka8gII61ee941Q5B9ei6IWbrR~0icgJQflo93fG64bkUt2zc6RhZf0k2IjRbCUMqZWJIKmIpBXhymaN8wg0pVTa4e-phrKJLfUvScTTot3u3OiEEBaiWY5Mco~FKQ24V1es-B4HRL7XRt5rGv1G1ye66QBEm1RZc-ofKpCBMtKHKw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saratoga Springs City Council on Tuesday voted to authorize consideration of a pilot agreement for a proposed 71-unit affordable housing project at 26 Finley Street, moving the project forward while one commissioner abstained.

The resolution supports the Finley Housing Development Fund Corporation’s proposal for a three-story, 71-unit affordable rental building on about 3.63 acres. The council vote authorizes future consideration of a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement for a 15-year term, subject to the formal pilot documents and state approvals.

Council members and presenters described the project as part of a housing continuum that includes shelter, supportive services and permanent affordable housing. City speakers referenced local nonprofit partners, and the mayor’s office noted the project is a housing—not shelter—initiative. The project’s sponsors have applied to the state; the resolution notes that the council will consider a pilot agreement if and when the state HDFC and LLC approvals are finalized.

Commissioner Marshall abstained, saying neighborhood concerns should be given a clear hearing and that an abstention would signal those residents’ need to be heard. The resolution carried on a 4-0-1 vote.

City staff said they expect to return with pilot documents and any necessary contract language once state approvals are secured.","The council approved a resolution supporting a 71-unit affordable housing pilot at 26 Finley Street, authorizing consideration of a 15-year PILOT agreement; one commissioner abstained to allow neighborhood concerns to be heard.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456055,"Saratoga Springs council adopts 2026–2031 capital plan after public hearing",3148,2000,3150000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde&start=2&end=3150","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde/thumbnail_2000.jpg","/articles/6456055/Saratoga-Springs-City/Saratoga-County/New-York/Saratoga-Springs-council-adopts-20262031-capital-plan-after-public-hearing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456055-11c3732a3d85c4e75e2a33f6bf30e7e8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179479&Signature=kDfsaXDA~HD~YS~Nnna1U3DwdM7AyvQtAP2FMgimOrShW2rEDMJCBetTJUnJcZRmB7RedMHIxGTYOXcH1e1TH7LORYPGC8FEWrn-l654BF3fd6kwU6yXV1uXq8khWuYRBhwEI9zQu9njKGid-L8EcbVWQJ4SZ-5A42BOtDZcs9uj349OimPj1Y-GapKWAyX8sti8FiUlrP36g6we6ehJIq1fvx6r-202M3k2Bzj-P2JnRAlfAj2gHjwmpKrWNUbcSOs09-9GL2nCWq2aU3LwPSxnknKZPKVrIwykyRw8ccwgisoCXe~qYLv7ArMwkgZPPgsu6V8amLO1DdsFt5B5WQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saratoga Springs City Council adopted a six-year capital plan for 2026 through 2031 on Tuesday following a second public hearing, voting 5-0 to approve the package.

The public hearing included comments from several residents. BK Karamalte, who identified himself as a longtime resident and candidate for office, praised public safety but criticized the city’s approach to infrastructure and interdepartmental coordination, saying officials “are guarding their own silo” instead of focusing on “what is good for Saratoga Springs as a whole.”

Council members said the Finance and Accounts departments review capital needs as part of their duties and emphasized that department heads must be consulted, while acknowledging the plan is the council’s opportunity to set citywide priorities. After discussion the council adopted the capital plan by roll call.

The approved plan, filed with the city clerk’s office and presented at an earlier meeting, includes a range of infrastructure and facility projects through 2031; specific project funding and timing are recorded in the capital plan documents kept in the clerk’s office.","After a second public hearing, the City Council approved the capital plan for 2026–2031 by a 5-0 vote; public commenters urged more coordinated planning and attention to infrastructure.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456060,"Council pulls proposed overhaul of city defense and indemnification law after widespread public concerns",1883,397000,2280000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde&start=397&end=2280","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde/thumbnail_397000.jpg","/articles/6456060/Saratoga-Springs-City/Saratoga-County/New-York/Council-pulls-proposed-overhaul-of-city-defense-and-indemnification-law-after-widespread-public-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456060-2548649a93b3589d18a2d8750c95fa66/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179479&Signature=CvkZDPN3Q31e0nSLT97Tjw9V3lVnT4aRHzz7AfsumXMYYDl2u6Cwxibw-F7xro6ZxiO92Vgi9LFSCDEDAjK6PhZSj74sSnbP9D5mXhklNJDSbOZwImNgSFu7K7xsOY6ND~E9jmIPHGzV5EWrasrv1Jo1SRYfvz7Vptpt~wOojGnpK-FFHn6x~-GfrqW3i9-yiEfTyTyu3wy6WIELG43YZzfrsYOs3ixa2gXI6MNPBLbFdjaiGr684kgXY7KFxfT-TbOcjAZGsU2IEjcCGg4Yxx8x~FQfAWYvbcin66YRnUfPFW21UBwOkx9yI~ttzT-EjPHZH4bIaogIAfDDEi9rCw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saratoga Springs City Council on Tuesday withdrew consideration of a proposed amendment to Chapter 9 of the city code — a rewrite of the city’s defense and indemnification provisions — after multiple public commenters and some commissioners raised concerns about notice, scope and council discretion.

The ordinance would have expanded the city’s authority to provide defense and indemnification for officers, employees and certain volunteers. City Attorney Tony Izzo explained the proposal is intended to “provide the widest possible scope of defense and indemnification for our city's officers and employees acting within the scope of their public employment.” He also said land-use board members have historically been treated as employees for the purpose of coverage and that insurance normally covers these matters.

Public commenters urged the council to delay any vote. Gordon Boyd of 99 State Street said the public and affected volunteers had received “very short and lack of notice” — the draft, he said, was posted only days earlier — and warned that the ordinance, as written, would make indemnification discretionary and subject to council review. “The proposal undermines collective bargaining,” Boyd said, adding the public cannot tell from the posted version what text would be inserted or removed because redline language was not shown.

A volunteer member of a land-use board, Otis Maxwell, said he objected to a requirement that council approval be necessary before a member could obtain representation, arguing that council politics could unfairly limit access to counsel and prompt resignations.

Several commissioners and the city attorney described the proposed law as consistent with earlier city practice and with parts of New York state indemnification practice, but acknowledged the draft needed clarification. Mayor Safford announced he would pull the proposal from Tuesday’s agenda so the city can solicit additional input and revise the language.

No formal vote on the ordinance was taken Tuesday; the mayor said the item will be revised and returned after additional stakeholder comment.","The City Council pulled an ordinance that would rewrite Chapter 9’s indemnification and defense rules after residents and board members said the draft was unclear and provided insufficient notice.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456066,"Saratoga Springs council votes 3-2 to censure Commissioner Dylan Moran after FOIL conviction",766,7200000,7966000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde&start=7200&end=7966","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5706999-59fb2c50883cc1bb4b0706d01bf96fde/thumbnail_7200000.jpg","/articles/6456066/Saratoga-Springs-City/Saratoga-County/New-York/Saratoga-Springs-council-votes-3-2-to-censure-Commissioner-Dylan-Moran-after-FOIL-conviction","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456066-3a751f5e484da254d825e9c7541d1f9f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179479&Signature=DnCM3oHR5s4eATjPCIRN4WedA1LJmE5AmEU~icEzL2Ycc9Rf5JjYMLPsikQRKukVzi9Fe3RS-~iQJ5TQtEDLAWk56Ew0MGYe4iaZw2bEj9QIbuBOXn6juAnRbfKHypwag3cxMOZxnfakguCeXmMpIWtTLUFuvhYlCMyAiJKHRIi9W2s0XVcKO0gqUsVXNEnT2bziigz6RjL7qITzgxqHcaO-FvCuly22ypKdy9T3QMY6F46cdXm-Evg2jQWDZpeMohdr6VUuFpv2Cjye2bJ6IPWtB85CAb~jHNhw7EXIKu~1cLFkB0EI7nh1Yor5OfpyWBwkfdu-~I1TtLu0apn68Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saratoga Springs City Council voted 3-2 on Tuesday to censure Commissioner Dylan Moran for actions the council said unlawfully prevented public access to records, and directed the mayor to forward the resolution to the governor for review.

The resolution, introduced and moved by Commissioner Cole, cites Article 6 of the New York State Public Officers Law (the Freedom of Information Law), New York Penal Law Section 240.65 and City Charter Section 2.2. The resolution says Moran was found guilty in Saratoga Springs City Court on Aug. 29 of three counts of Penal Law Section 240.65 for willfully concealing public records and that the council therefore condemns his conduct.

Mayor Safford read language from the court decision during debate, saying the judge found evidence that “Commissioner Moran had a second cell phone for the very purpose of concealing retrievable records.” Mayor Safford framed the censure as the council’s duty to call out conduct it found incompatible with public office.

Commissioner Moran defended his right to appeal the court’s judgment, telling the council, “I have the right to appeal. I have multiple avenues for appeal,” and said he would pursue them.

Supporters of the resolution said the action was necessary to preserve transparency and public trust; opponents called the measure politically motivated and urged the council to wait for the appeals process. After brief remarks the council took the roll-call vote; the mayor announced the resolution passed 3-2.

The resolution requests that the governor review the matter under Section 33 of the Public Officers Law and directs the mayor to forward a copy of the censure to the governor’s office.

The council did not record an individual roll-call breakdown for the public announcement beyond the 3-2 tally.","The City Council adopted a resolution censuring Commissioner Dylan Moran for violating state FOIL and penal statutes; the council asked the governor to review the matter.","actionData","errors"]

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