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The Poughkeepsie Town Board Meeting - Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Published: Jul 8, 2026
Town Marks Rev 250 with Declaration of Independence Reading and Future Events
The town board celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States by reading significant excerpts from the Declaration of Independence. The reading emphasized core principles such as equality, unalienable rights, and the right of the people to alter or abolish destructive governments. The board reflected on the courage of the signers and the foundational importance of the Declaration. Additional Rev 250 events were announced, including a play on constitutional debates in Pipsy and a multimedia presentation on the defense of the Hudson River. The board also opened the floor for public comment on various town matters before entering executive session.
David Neri Appointed as IT Network Specialist
The town board approved Resolution SC1, appointing David Neri as a Network Specialist in the Information Technology department. This is a full-time permanent position with an hourly rate of $33.28. The appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and civil service approval. David Neri, a 20-year resident, expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to the town's advancement. The board acknowledged his impressive resume and expressed confidence in his abilities, particularly in bridging technological gaps. The position is effective after background check and civil service approval, with the exact start date to be confirmed.
Maris University Rezoning Public Hearing Closed Amidst Tax Concerns
The town board moved to close the public hearing regarding Maris University's zoning map amendment for nine parcels. During the public comment period, resident Dorene raised concerns about the impact of tax-exempt properties on the tax roll, advocating for payments in lieu of taxes. Mike Safhone's email, read into the record, echoed these concerns, emphasizing Maris University's economic contributions but questioning the rezoning without a guaranteed tax contribution. Board members acknowledged the issues, noting that while institutional zoning itself doesn't exempt properties from taxes if not used educationally, the impact on the tax base is a valid concern. The board expressed a commitment to transparency and ongoing dialogue with Maris University regarding these issues.
YMCA Youth Basketball League Approved for Summer Programs
Resolution Number Nine was approved, authorizing the use of basketball courts at Red Oaks Mill Park and 244 Boardman Road by the YMCA for their summer programs. Specifically, this allows for the continuation of the free youth summer basketball league for a second year. The program is grant-funded, and the YMCA pays the town for the use of the park out of these grant funds, making it a revenue generator for the town. The program has seen increased participation compared to the previous year.
Maris University Parcels Rezoned to Institutional Zoning
The town board approved Resolution Number Three, which adopts a zoning map amendment for nine parcels owned by Maris University. This amendment aims to rezone these parcels to align with the university's institutional zoning, simplifying and streamlining the zoning designations for properties owned by the university. While the rezoning itself does not propose specific projects, it is intended to facilitate future development and ensure consistency in zoning across the university's holdings. Concerns were raised by a resident about the impact on the tax roll due to tax-exempt properties and the need for Maris University to potentially make payments in lieu of taxes for new developments. The board acknowledged these concerns and committed to ongoing discussions.
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