“An act to amend the agriculture and markets law, in relation to the department of agriculture and markets making available information concerning minimum guidelines for vegetation management plans in a manner that is pollinator friendly PURPOSE: This is a chapter amendment that makes changes to provisions of L.2018, c.399, to clarify provisions relating to … [Read more…]
ENB Region 4 Completed Applications 01/16/2019
“Applicant: Town of Duanesburg 5853 Western Tpke Duanesburg, NY 12056 Facility: Mariaville Lake Sewer District # 2 St Rte 159 (Mariaville Rd) – S Chuctanunda Creek Mariaville, NY Application ID: 4-4220-00151/00001 Permit(s) Applied for: Article 17 Titles 7 & 8 Municipal SPDES – Surface Discharge Project is Located: Duanesburg, Schenectady County Project Description: The … [Read more…]
Schletter Delivers “Most Stable” Solar Tracker
“The Schletter Group has emerged from its US unit’s bankruptcy earlier this year to begin delivering a new, more stable solar tracker to the North America, Asia, and Australia markets, with one recent sale in Zimbabwe. The company also is installing bifacial solar panels for the first time on its new tracker in Germany, … [Read more…]
Solar tax credit fraud case takes bizarre new twist
“The energy consultant accused of forging documents to get state funding for a troubled solar power installation at two Oregon universities offered a surprising new alibi this week. My brother did it. In a sworn statement filed Monday in Marion County Circuit Court, Phil Shain, the brother of the Seattle-based consultant, Martin Shain, claims … [Read more…]
Assembly Bill A185 2019-2020 Legislative Session
“Enacts the “New York grid modernization act” sponsored by Cahill. “Enacts the “New York grid modernization act” to address the aging infrastructure; establishes the grid modernization program; defines terms; creates the smart grid advisory council; makes related changes.”” read the entire article New York State Senate 9 January 2019.
Legislature Provides $100,000 Grant to the Town of Duanesburg in Support of Expansion of Broadband Services
“Anthony Jasenski, Chair of the Schenectady County Legislature, last week presented a $100,000 check to the Town of Duanesburg to support the expansion of broadband services to unserved and underserved areas of the Town. “On behalf of the Schenectady County Legislature, I am proud to recognize the hard work and leadership of Supervisor Roger … [Read more…]
Section 274-B: Approval of special use permits
“1. Definition of special use permit. As used in this section the term “special use permit” shall mean an authorization of a particular land use which is permitted in a zoning ordinance or local law, subject to requirements imposed by such zoning ordinance or local law to assure that the proposed use is in … [Read more…]
2012 New York Consolidated Laws CVP – Civil Practice Law & Rules Article 78 – (7801 – 7806) PROCEEDING AGAINST BODY OR OFFICER 7804 – Procedure.
“” read the entire article Justia US Law Article 78 Procedure
Contest your assessment
“If you own property in New York State, you are eligible for formal review of your assessment. There are two levels of formal review: Administrative review – the “grievance” process is conducted at the municipal level Judicial review In order to pursue judicial review you must first go through administrative review includes two options: … [Read more…]
Land Use and Zoning Law: A Citizen’s Guide
“One important tool to assist government officials and the public in making informed decisions regarding a proposed project or a change in zoning laws is SEQRA. Its goal is to motivate government decisionmakers to give meaningful consideration to environmental factors when undertaking or approving projects, activities, or new policies. With a few exceptions, SEQRA’s … [Read more…]