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Town of Highlands Town Board Meeting June 22, 2026
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Sewer Plant Operating Efficiently; Garrison Pond Lake Maintained as Wildlife Habitat
The sewer plant is running well with no foul odors, and residents are welcome to use the area for recreation. The lake at Garrison Pond has five swans, now down to two, with some succumbing to predators or the spillway. Solitude treats the lake for approximately $9,000 annually. The lake is a wildlife habitat and accessible to town residents for fishing, though swimming is not permitted [cite: 441-478].
West Point Rotary Announces 15th Annual Storm King Run for Scholarship Fund
The West Point Rotary is holding its 15th annual Storm King Run on Sunday, August 23rd. Net proceeds will benefit the Rotary Scholarship Fund, which provides college funding for high school students. The board approved the plans for the run [cite: 609-621].
McCormick Way Sign Dedication Set; DPW Conducts Storm Drain Mapping and Budget Planning for New Trucks
A resolution for a sign on McCormick Way at the cemetery will be dedicated on Saturday, July 18th, at 11:00 AM. The Department of Public Works (DPW) has installed catch basins and road crossings, and crews are currently mapping storm drain outflows using diamond maps, a process that needs to be completed by the following Tuesday. The town is also considering the need for new garbage trucks, specifically a replacement body for truck #69, as budget season approaches [cite: 377-440].
Town Authorizes Continuation of Community Development Block Grant Agreement
The town has authorized the extension of its existing municipal agreement with Orange County for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for the federal fiscal years 27, 28, and 29. This program involves an accumulation of Orange County communities tracking projects through the county for funding allocation. The motion to authorize the continuation was made, seconded, and passed with a roll call vote [cite: 562-587].
Building Department Reports on Violations; Diverse Recreational and Historical Events Highlighted
The building department reported on May statistics. Last Monday, nine violations went to public hearings, including repeat offenders like 52 West Street. Recreational activities included a Juneteenth event, a wood joinery demonstration at the Fort Montgomery Battle Site, and a customer appreciation event. A reading of the Declaration of Independence with cello accompaniment is scheduled for Saturday at the Highland Falls Library. Frank Taylor presented on George Washington's army, and Dr. David Baker gave a talk on Edwin MS, with recordings to be posted online. A presentation was made regarding a bent rim from driving on Fort Montgomery on 9W, prompting discussions about road conditions [cite: 478-559].
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