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Warren County approves occupancy-tax award to Johnsburg to help fund North Creek wastewater project
Summary
The Warren County Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 36 to award occupancy-tax funds to the town of Johnsburg for a wastewater system serving North Creek, amid concerns about precedent and urgent deadlines tied to expiring bids and a USDA loan. The resolution passed with 694 votes in favor.
The Warren County Board of Supervisors voted to approve Resolution 36, authorizing an agreement with the town of Johnsburg to award occupancy-tax funds to support construction of a wastewater treatment system in North Creek, passing with 694 votes in favor.
Supporters said the allocation is driven by immediate public-health and economic concerns in North Creek, where failing septic systems have caused sewage overflows. "We had sewage running down Main Street," Supervisor Bean said during discussion, describing recent failures in the hamlet's systems.
The board heard that the town faces a narrow deadline tied to construction bids. "As of February 19, our bids expire," Supervisor Dean said. "If we go back to the voters, there's a good chance we won't have a sewer district.…
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