Current Village of Remsen projects and programs
Depot Street Apartment Project:
Remsen Housing, LLC is in the process of developing a residential housing project at the east end of Depot Street. The project received funding and will move forward Fall 2006.
Water Filtration System:
Due to the poor water quality in the village a water study for the municipal water system was authorized. Dodson Engineering recommended a municipal water filtration system and applied for the appropriate funding. Remsen was awarded a grant to have this system installed and to have upgrades made to the water pump house based on emergency mitigation recommendations.
Water Tank Replacement Grant (2nd application):
The current water tank located above Rt.12 is in poor condition. The Village applied for an improvement grant in 2006 to replace the existing tank with a new glass lined tank. The grant was approved and the new water tank construction will begin Spring 2007
Emergency Management Action Plan:
Emergency Management Action Plan process for the village has begun and will continue through September 2007 as mandated by presidential directive. This process will lead to the development of the Village Comprehensive Strategic Plan, which is a means to guide the immediate and long range protection, enhancement, growth and development of the village.
Trash Day Assistance Program:
During Spring & Fall Trash Days assistance is available to village residents that are unable to dispose of large items. Contact the Village Offices for details or to sign up for assistance.
Summer Concert Series:
The outdoor concert series is held at the Depot. Remsen community band & local entertainers play various styles of music throughout the summer. Residents bring their own folding chairs or find a seat on the lawn to enjoy these free performances.
Digital Towpath Technology Program:
Our website is hosted by Digital Towpath e-government content management system which provides local governments with an easy to use, cost efficient tool, which they use to build full featured web sites The Digital Towpath Project was recognized for its innovative approach to increasing citizens' access to local government Winning a Best of NY Award for an Application Serving the Public and a Best Practices Award for Policy that recognized the collaborative effort that developed and still sustains the Digital Towpath project.
The Joint Board:
This organization serves our community by increasing communication between all our local groups to better serve those who live here. One member of each organization attends a quarterly meeting to discuss upcoming projects, request assistance from other groups or coordinate volunteer activities. The Joint board is represented by numerous groups which include Village of Remsen, Town of Remsen, Remsen Central School, Remsen Fire Department, VFW, RDC Remsen Depot, Remsen-Steuben Historical Society, Barn Festival Committee, NOCCOG & members of the community.
Future Village of Remsen projects and programs
Village Beautification Project:
The village will select a village improvement project for the summer of 2007 in February to be announced at the Annual Village Visioning Session. If you have any project suggestions please contact the village offices.
Street Tree Replacement:
During the summer of 2005 several trees along Main St, Prospect St, John St & Maple Ave came down in thunder storms (replacement Summer 2007). The grant application is due October 2006
Upstate Cerebral Palsy IRA Residence:
UCP will moving from 12 bed residences to 6 bed houses doubling their facilities to serve the Boonville & Barneveld centers. A residence here would provide services for local community members, keep people with special needs closer to their families & create local jobs for Remsen workers with a high school diploma. UCP programs & residents from Boonville already volunteer at the Remsen Depot, Prospect Park & Steuben Monument (Application and selection process begins in 2007)
Comprehensive Strategic Plan
Given the recent emergency situations surrounding terrorism, pandemics, hurricanes & earthquakes world wide, State governments are encouraging towns, villages & fire departments to develop a strategic plans for development, municipal infrastructure, and evacuation/defend in place procedures. This process will begin next month (planning through 2008)
Prior Village of Remsen projects and programs
NIMS (National Incident Management System) & Hazard Mitigation Plan: 2006
NIMS, the Hazard Mitigation Plan (all towns and villages in Oneida County) and all associated training has been completed and accepted by resolution, making the Village of Remsen eligible for FEMA funding and grants.
Village Beautification Project: 2006 House Painting Lottery
The home of Brad and Lisa Tyson on Main Street was painted by village board members, the home owner, friends & family, and local residents. The materials and funding were provided by private donations and the Neighborworks center provided the insurance coverage.
Water Improvement Study: 2005
Due to the poor water quality during the summer of 2005 the Village Board has authorized a water quality study by Dodson Engineering for the municipal water system. Any recommendations from this study will be implemented by seeking infrastructure improvement grants from NYS and the Federal Government.
Water Tank Replacement Grant (1st application): 2005
The current water tank located above Rt.12 is in poor condition. The Village applied for an improvement grant in 2005 to replace the existing tank with a new glass lined tank. We did not receive the grant in 2005 and will be resubmitting the grant application in 2006 showing increased need. If approved the new tank would be installed near the existing tank.
