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Residents press Spafford Board on unresolved code violations and meeting practices during public comment
Summary
During public comment, residents asked why longstanding code violations remain outstanding and criticized how the town handles appointments and volunteer recognition; one speaker delivered extended remarks and requested compensation for work on the veterans' memorial.
During the April 9 public comment period resident Mark Swing asked why violations at 1851 East Lake Road and 2368 State Route 174 have not been corrected despite citations issued over 18 months ago; Supervisor Moran said she is discussing these matters with Code Officer Howard Tanner and will confirm road status with the Highway Superintendent. Swing also asked whether the culvert washout on Spafford Landing Road would affect emergency access; Moran said she believed there was no effect but would confirm.
Longtime resident Joe Vecchio delivered lengthy, verbatim remarks criticizing how appointments and volunteer work have been treated by the Board, disputing a reported 200‑foot lake parking requirement, asking that the Town compensate him $2,000 for work he said he performed on the veterans' memorial, and objecting to perceived unequal treatment. Board members and the Town Attorney asked Mr. Vecchio to end his comments before the public comment period concluded.
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