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Votes at a glance: Rome Common Council approves grant, parcel sale, traffic‑signs and more
Summary
At its Aug. 27 meeting the Rome Common Council approved five resolutions and three ordinances, including acceptance of a small state grant, a $13,274.95 direct sale of city property, a paint‑recycling event permit, and placement of speed and children‑at‑play signs on a new development road.
The Rome Common Council on Aug. 27, 2025, approved multiple resolutions and ordinances by voice vote or unanimous consent, including a small state traffic‑safety grant, a direct sale of a city parcel and placement of traffic signage on Charles Anken Boulevard.
Key votes and outcomes
- Resolution 1‑21: Authorizing a transfer of insurance settlement funds into the insurance recovery inside district fund. Moved by Councilor Anderson; seconded by Councilor Mortis. Outcome: Carried (voice vote/unanimous).
- Resolution 1‑22: Authorizing the mayor to accept a New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee grant for a child passenger seat safety program in an amount not to exceed $1,500. Moved by Councilor Sprague; seconded by Councilor Fazio. Outcome: Carried (voice vote/unanimous).
- Resolution 1‑23: Authorizing the City of Rome to host a paint‑recycling event sponsored by GreenSheen at the DPW facility, 132 Ray…
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