Development News for Lewiston, New York

Town Board Initiates Environmental Review for Proposed 50-Unit Residential Development

The Town Board received a resolution from the Town of Lewiston Planning Board recommending the initiation of a coordinated SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) review for a proposed 50-unit multi-family residential development by Park Road Real Estate at 2835 Salman Road. The Planning Board classified the project as an 'unlisted action' and recommended that the Town Board declare its intent to serve as the lead agency for the environmental review. The Town Board subsequently voted to accept this resolution, thereby initiating the coordinated review process. A community meeting regarding the Sanborn Square development (also by Park Road Real Estate) is scheduled for June 2nd at the Sanborn Fire Hall.

Town Board Votes to Send Miller Property Rezoning Proposal to Planning Board

The Town Board discussed a proposal to rezone a portion of Mr. Miller's property, which is currently zoned as R2 (rural residential). The proposed rezoning would designate the back half of the property as industrial, with a road access point on the western section, while leaving the front portion as rural residential. This idea was previously discussed with Councilman Lecter. The board debated the specifics of how to divide the property, the potential need for subdivision, and the implications for access roads and driveways. Ultimately, the board voted to send the proposal to the planning board for further detailed work and recommendations, with a suggested timeframe of one year for the planning board to address it. The planning board will consider details such as the percentage split between industrial and residential zoning (e.g., 60/40) and the specifics of access roads.

Town Board Approves Additional $6,000 for 250th Anniversary Fireworks

The Town Board approved a motion to allocate an additional $6,000 from the recreation fund (H61) to increase the budget for July 4th fireworks to a total of $10,000. This increase is in recognition of the country's 250th anniversary, a significant milestone. Previously, the town contributed $4,000 annually, but this amount was raised to $10,000 for the 200th anniversary (bicentennial). The current $10,000 allocation represents a $6,000 increase over the typical budget.

Town Approves Tick Spraying for Five Parks; Positive Feedback on Kuanas Park Fencing

The board approved the recreation department's request to have five parks sprayed for ticks by Emerald Lawn Care for $1,600. The parks include the dog park, Kuanas, Fletcher, Colonial, and Sandborn. This action is intended to be completed before summer camp begins on June 29th. The cost falls under the procurement policy, so formal board approval was not strictly necessary but was sought. The board also discussed the closure of parks during spraying and the need to inform the public, with closures typically lasting 48 hours after spraying. Additionally, the board reviewed positive feedback on the new fences at Kuanas Park and the general improvements made to the park.