The Common Council approved an ordinance updating City Code signage regulations, described as making signage universal, by a vote of all four members present.
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The new ordinance changes signage requirements in Amsterdam, with additional details to be posted by the city. The council also approved funding for transportation work including accessible sidewalk corners on East Main Street and repairs on Bridge Street. Engineering updates included plans for up to 20 lead service line replacements, a completed demolition project involving 23 base-bid properties, and a target of June 18, 2026, for reopening the Crescent Avenue Bridge.
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Approved an ordinance modifying Chapter 250 of the Amsterdam City Code and updating signage regulations; all four council members present voted in favor.
Authorized federal-aid and state program funding for transportation work, including accessible sidewalk corners on East Main Street and small repairs on Bridge Street; all four members present voted in favor.
Approved a transfer of funds for a replacement truck at the Wastewater Treatment Plant; all four members present voted in favor.
Approved resolutions supporting school speed-zone camera demonstration programs under Assembly Bill A11247A and Senate Bill S10196A; all four members present voted in favor.
Introduced an ordinance to add restrictions on tractor-trailer routes to the City Code. A public hearing was scheduled for June 16, 2026, at 5:55 p.m.
The council discussed authorizing the sale of 20-22 Main Street to PropCo LLC for $500. The minutes describe a proposed first-floor retail space and five apartments but do not state the vote outcome.
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