Albion Planning Board Sets Public Hearing for Moore Street Subdivision, Targets Comprehensive Plan Progress
The Planning Board has scheduled a January 23 public hearing for a subdivision proposal on Moore Street. The Board also outlined steps to form a new Comprehensive Plan Committee following the hearing.
●Scheduled a public hearing for a Moore Street subdivision application for Jan. 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
●Moved to interview potential Comprehensive Plan Committee applicants immediately after the Jan. 23 hearing.
●Unanimously approved meeting minutes from the Nov. 4, 2024 meeting.
ALBION — Following a brief organizational session, the Village Planning Board took its first steps of the new year Thursday evening, setting the stage for new residential development and the long-term updating of village zoning laws.
The Board’s primary action was scheduling a public hearing for a subdivision application regarding property on Moore Street (Tax Map 62.19-3-40.1).
Board members Michael Massaro and Samuel Robinson put forward the motion to hold the hearing on Thursday, January 23, at 5:00 PM. The motion passed unanimously with all members present in favor.
The specific details of the subdivision—such as the number of lots or the nature of the development—were not detailed in the official minutes available at press time. However, the scheduling indicates the project is moving through the village's review pipeline.
Residents interested in the details of the Moore Street proposal can view the application materials at the Village Clerk’s office prior to the hearing or attend the session to voice their support or concerns.
**Charting a Path for the Comprehensive Plan**
Beyond immediate subdivision reviews, the Board discussed the stalled progress of the Comprehensive Plan Committee. A Comprehensive Plan serves as a blueprint for a community's future growth, guiding decisions on zoning, housing, and economic development.
According to the minutes, the Board agreed to a specific timeline to jumpstart this process. They plan to bring in applicants for the Comprehensive Plan Committee immediately following the conclusion of the January 23 public hearing.
This strategy suggests the Board is looking to quickly fill vacancies or establish the committee membership to ensure the village can update its planning documents, which may date back several years. The formation of a robust committee is often the first hurdle in revitalizing municipal planning efforts.
**Meeting Details**
The meeting, held at 5:00 PM in the Village Board Room, was presided over by Chair Karen Conn. Board members Jeff Holler and Janet Navarra joined Massaro and Robinson in voting. Chris Kinter, the village’s Code Enforcement Officer, and Village Trustee Joyce Riley were also in attendance, along with two members of the public.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:44 PM. The next regular meeting of the Albion Village Planning Board is scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
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