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Ogdensburg council reviews 2008 bond funds and options for Main Street parking
Summary
Council members reviewed a 2008 bond ordinance that left about $78,000 for creating a Main Street parking lot (Block 14 Lots 8 and 9), discussed engineering and grading questions, and debated whether to use the funds to build parking or consider selling the lots to return them to the tax rolls.
Council reviewed materials on a 2008 bond ordinance that funded demolition of two properties on Main Street and left approximately $78,000 remaining to create a parking lot on those parcels (Block 14 Lots 8 and 9). Ms. Hough summarized the ordinance text and noted $18,000 was previously allocated for engineering costs; borough staff asked the borough engineer to investigate the grading and subdivision history referenced in engineer Bill Kopenall’s email.
Councilman DeMeo urged caution, noting the two lots could have greater tax value if sold or developed commercially. He also raised the alternative of developing a paper road into parking versus using the two lots. The discussion highlighted competing priorities — providing parking for Main Street businesses versus restoring lots to the tax rolls — and the need for engineering input and legal review before spending bond funds. Council agreed to continue the discussion at a future meeting when the engineer provides grading and feasibility details.
