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Village of Owego Board Meeting 07/20/2026
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Council Accepts Treasurer's Report
The council moved to accept the treasurer's report. This is a standard procedure where the board reviews and accepts the financial report presented by the treasurer. No specific details about the contents of the report were discussed in the provided transcript, only the motion to accept it.
Council Clarifies Audit Findings Amidst Media Misinterpretations
Council members discussed inaccuracies in media reports regarding the village's audit. While acknowledging that audits do not lie, they clarified that media articles often quote directly from the audit out of context, leading to misleading implications. The audit itself focuses on procedural recommendations and best practices for check-and-balance systems, rather than indicating any missing funds. Council members emphasized that money has never been missing, and the audit's findings are standard recommendations for improving financial procedures.
School Resource Officer Contract Updated to Reflect Annual Payment Increases and Village Vehicle Maintenance
The council discussed a contract for School Resource Officers (SROs) with a school district. The contract was updated from a three-year term to allow for annual percentage increases in the school's payment to cover SRO raises. The contract was modified to remove the provision for the school providing a vehicle, with the village now responsible for maintaining the vehicle and covering gas, uniforms, and insurance from additional funds provided by the school. The current contract covers two SROs, and the council noted a need for a fourth vehicle in the future, as the school district has two locations (high school and middle school together). The contract allows for termination by either party with five days' notice. The board is asked to pass the contract and authorize the mayor to sign it.
Council Seeks Extension to Review Cannabis License Application
A council member requested a 30-day extension to respond to an application for a cannabis license. They cited the need to gather more information about the applicant and the proposed plans, as the current holder of the license, Brian Haynes, has not been reachable. The council member expressed a desire to understand the applicant's intentions and for Mayor Michael to investigate further. A motion was made to request the 30-day extension from the Office of Cannabis Management.
Historic Police Department Building's Later Additions Complicate Renovation under Preservation Guidelines
During the discussion on the UGO Police Department construction, the issue of the building's original construction date and the age of the front stoop was raised. Historical research suggests the building was constructed in the 1860s, with the police department moving in around 1910 or 1911. The front stoop, however, appears to be a later addition, possibly from the late 1980s, as indicated by a plastic Pepsi bottle found within its cinder block core. This information is relevant because the project is funded by EPF (Environmental Protection Fund) money, which requires adherence to SHPO (State Historic Preservation Office) advisory guidelines. The age of the stoop impacts decisions regarding its renovation or replacement and the extent to which original historical elements must be preserved.
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