Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Webster public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in water utilities
Sewer Code Amendments (Local Law No. 4)
A proposed local law would fix two EPA-flagged issues: allowing permitted metal finishers to discharge neutralized wastewater and extending violation response time from 10 to 15 days.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations and Capital Projects
The town is increasing the budget threshold for extending sanitary sewers to six properties on Woodard Road to account for higher-than-expected bid costs.
Renewable Natural Gas Project Cancellation
The town is moving forward with engineering and design for an anaerobic digester gas capture project at the wastewater treatment plant. Supporters say it will create a long-term revenue stream and tax credits, while dissenting members raised concerns over the town's current debt load.
Vosburg Pump Station Bidding
The board increased the bond authorization for the Vosburg Pump Station upgrade from $5.7 million to $6.35 million due to rising labor and material costs.
RG&E Substation Modernization and Utility Expansion
RG&E requested multiple setback and fencing variances to modernize Substation 73 on Klem Road, sparking public pushback over utility rate hikes and corporate priorities.