Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Manlius public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in environment
Energy efficiency improvement project RFP
The town will seek proposals from firms to find ways to cut its energy use — not to buy power. Board members stressed careful vetting of any energy service company after past bad experiences elsewhere.
Tree planting program
The Tree Commission will have ten trees planted around town for $1,750 through a letter of understanding with a community organization.
Kinsella Quarry environmental review
The state DEC agreed the Town Board should lead the environmental review of the quarry zone change. A 30-day notice period begins, and a positive declaration requiring further study is likely.
Woodland Hills stormwater violations and stop work order
Residents downstream of the Woodland Hills subdivision described mudslides, clogged culverts, property damage, and a road made impassable during the July 30 storm. The ZBA upheld the stop work order, keeping construction halted until the developer fixes erosion controls. A separate court case against the developer is pending.
Deer management program expansion
The town, county, and Village of Fayetteville will run the joint deer damage management program one more year, with a town-wide plan planned for 2027.