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Village of Owego Board Meeting 06/15/2026
Published: Jun 15, 2026
Chicken-Related Issues Addressed; Resident Provides Update on Complaints and Resolutions
During public comment, a resident provided an update on efforts to address issues related to chickens, particularly roosters, within the village. The resident has compiled a report on the matter and is working with a flock owner to reduce rooster-related problems. A recent complaint about a rooster on a front porch that laid an egg was mentioned, highlighting the unusual nature of the situation. The report also details a successful instance where the resident's team quickly resolved a rooster complaint by retrieving the animal and finding it a new home. The resident plans to continue documenting and addressing similar complaints.
Village Budget Public Hearing Rescheduled Amidst Preparation Challenges
The board discussed the upcoming budget, noting that they are not yet ready for the public hearing scheduled for the following Monday. A work session is planned for the next Monday to finalize the budget, followed by a public hearing on the 29th. The board aims to pass the budget by June 29th. Concerns were raised about the timeline for advertising the public hearing and the need for the final county assessment, which is typically received late. The board agreed to schedule the budget public hearing for the 29th at 6:00 PM.
Resident Alleges Mismanagement of Flood Risk Grant; Demands Transparency
During the board meeting, a resident voiced concerns about the lack of progress and alleged mismanagement concerning the flood risk reduction through FEMA CRS grant. They stated that requested records have not been received since March and are preparing a letter detailing potential waste and abuse. Concerns include technical inaccuracies, inadequate consultant expertise, poor communication, and failures in tracking and fee collection. The resident proposed involving specific village officials in grant meetings and developing clearer processes for flood zone identification and disclosures to improve oversight and accountability.
Concerns Raised Over Flood Risk Grant Management; Call for Increased Transparency and Oversight
Laura Rod presented a report detailing concerns about the management of the flood risk reduction through FEMA CRS grant. She stated that she has not received all requested records since March and is preparing a letter outlining alleged waste and abuse. Her concerns include technical inaccuracies in the web product, lack of progress towards CRS goals, inadequate consultant expertise, poor communication, exclusion from meetings, invoice review issues, and failures in tracking club development and permit fees. Rod suggested including specific village officials (flood plain administrator, code enforcement officer, DPW administrative assistant) in grant-related meetings and developing clear processes for identifying flood zones, development activities, and disclosures, referencing the coordinator's manual for best practices.
Village Approves Increase in Parking Violation Fines and Updates Regulations
The board discussed and approved changes to vehicle and traffic penalties for parking violations, including increasing fines and updating ticket printing. The standard parking violation fine will increase from $10 to $50, with a reduced rate of $20 if paid within five days. These changes aim to simplify the code and align with rates in surrounding municipalities. The board also declared the parking changes as a Type II action under SEQRA, requiring no further review. New tickets will be ordered reflecting the updated penalties. Concerns were raised about the enforcement of timed parking, but the board clarified that the discussion focused on fine amounts, not the method of enforcement.
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