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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Newburgh public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Newburgh Colored Burial Ground Memorial
The council was asked to designate itself lead agency for environmental review of a memorial at the historic Newburgh Colored Burial Ground. This is a first step in honoring a significant piece of the city's Black history.
Newburgh Colored Burial Ground Memorial Project SEQRA Review
The council was asked to designate itself lead agency for environmental review of a memorial at the historic Newburgh Colored Burial Ground. This is a first step in honoring a significant piece of the city's Black history.
Public Art Installation at 86 Broadway
DMU Music, Inc. was slated to get a license to access City-owned property at 80 Broadway to support a public art installation at 86 Broadway, adding to the city's cultural landscape.
Delano-Hitch Recreation Park Rehabilitation Grant
The city was set to apply for a state KICKS grant of up to $150,000 to rehabilitate Delano-Hitch Recreation Park.
Quassaick Creek Greenway Implementation Strategy
The council got a presentation on the plan to build out the Quassaick Creek Greenway — a trail and open-space corridor that could boost recreation and connectivity on the city's east side.
Delano-Hitch Aquatic Center Contract Change
Change Order No. 2 on the aquatic center mechanical contract includes a credit of about $7,900, lowering the overall cost — good news for the project budget.