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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Newburgh public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2027 City Budget
The council was scheduled to discuss preparations for the 2027 city budget, which shapes next year's taxes, services, and staffing.
Council Meeting Schedule
Newburgh City Council has a work session Nov. 5 and a regular meeting Nov. 9, both in person at City Hall. It’s your chance to watch local decisions happen or show up and weigh in.
Water Filtration Plant Filter and SCADA Improvements
The council was scheduled to consider a $7.77 million contract with Gallo Construction Corp. to upgrade filters and the SCADA control system at the city's water filtration plant. It's one of the largest infrastructure investments on the agenda and affects the reliability of the city's drinking water.
Property tax levy above the tax cap
Local Law No. B of 2026 would let the city levy property taxes above the state limit set by General Municipal Law Section 3-c. That directly affects homeowners' property tax bills.
Tax Certiorari Consent Judgments on Downtown Properties
Eleven resolutions would settle tax refund lawsuits against the city on properties including several Broadway buildings, 296 Liberty Street and 189 Grand Street. These settlements can reduce the city's tax revenue.
Fire Captain examination scheduling
Five exams were on the calendar: Police Officer agility testing on November 7, plus Senior Clerk, Senior Account Clerk, Principal Account Clerk, and Code Enforcement Officer exams in November and December. These build the hiring pools for city jobs.
Halloween curfew for minors
A proposed curfew would keep kids 16 and under off city streets from 9 p.m. Halloween night through 6 a.m. Sunday. It's aimed at safety but raises questions for families with older teens at events.
Police technology contracts (Tasers and body cameras)
Three separate deals with Axon Enterprise were on the agenda: Tasers for five years, camera upgrades, and a five-year body camera renewal. Together they represent nearly $1 million in police technology spending.