Village News

Notice of Public Hearing for August 10, 2015

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the Village Law that a public hearing will be conducted by the Village of Hudson Falls Board of Trustees on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 4:00 pm at Village Hall located at 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls NY for the purpose of considering the adoption of Local Law No. 3 of 2015. Local Law No. 3 of 2015, as proposed would amend and modify sections of Chapter 215 entitled “Zoning” of the Village Code.. Written comments on LL No 3 of 2015 may be submitted to the Office of the Village Clerk until the close of the public hearing. A copy of the proposed local law can be obtained at Village Hall, 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls or by clicking here.

Dated: July 31, 2015 Ellen M. Brayman, Clerk/Treasurer

Grant helps Village support music hall

The Village of Hudson Falls continues to support the Hudson River Music Hall. Through a Village grant from NYS Main Street the Hudson River Music Hall will be receiving $50,000 in grant funds towards a renovation project at HRMH – 10 Maple Street.

The project includes: HVAC Heating and Air Conditioning; relocation of furnace to basement; electrical; rubber roof; fire escape; front door to “Black Room”; Upstairs bathroom; spray foam insulation; and misc other repairs and upgrades. The work associated with moving the furnace has already begun.

The total project is estimated to cost $95,760.70 – the HRMH qualified for $50,000 in grant funds toward the project.

Solicitors Permit Application & Regulations

Questions about the application process or regulations regarding a solicitor’s permit? We have posted both the regulations and application below:

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Funding Available to Repair Homes in Washington County

Seeking Applications from Residents of the Village of Hudson Falls

USDA Rural Development announced that funds are available to help repair homes in Washington County. The Rural Housing Service Loan and Grant Home Repair Program offers very-low income homeowners living in eligible rural areas, loans to make general home repairs or modifications, which may improve or modernize a home.

“Loans of up to $20,000 for a maximum of 20 years are available,” said Jennifer Jackson, USDA NY Rural Development Single Family Housing Program Director. “Under these terms, a $5,000 loan would have a monthly payment of just $23. Applicants must own and occupy the home in need of repair and meet the ‘very-low income’ criteria.”

To be eligible for home repair loans, an applicant must have the ability to repay the loan, an acceptable credit history, live in a rural area and an income that falls within the very-low income category for the size of their household. ‘Very-low income’ varies throughout New York State. For example, a household of two in Washington County whose income is at or below $26,050 may be
income-eligible for the program. A one percent interest rate for a maximum term of 20 years may allow eligible homeowners the opportunity to make the home improvements they have been planning. Applicants may obtain multiple loans, with a maximum outstanding loan balance at a given time of $20,000.

Grants are available to senior rural home owners age 62 or older who cannot afford a loan. Grants are limited to a lifetime assistance of $7,500 and must be used to remove health and safety hazards or make a home more handicap accessible. To see if you meet the income and property eligibility, please click here.

For more information on the Home Repair Program and other USDA Rural Development programs, please contact the Greenwich office at (518) 692-9940 ext. 4. The Greenwich office services Essex, Hamilton, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties.

President Obama’s historic investments in rural America have made our rural communities stronger. Under his leadership, these investments in housing, community facilities, businesses and infrastructure have empowered rural America to continue leading the way – strengthening America’s economy, small towns and rural communities.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (866) 632-9992 (Toll-free Customer Service), (800) 877-8339 (Local or Federal relay), (866) 377-8642 (Relay voice users.

Historic marker unveiled for coal silos

On Sunday October 5th, at 1 pm, a new historic marker was unveiled at the Historic Coal Silos located on Maple Street, Hudson Falls. Paul Loding, Historian for the Village, made a presentation about the significance the five silos and the importance they had on the history of the region.

Once part of the Griffin Lumber Co, the silos are currently owned by the Feeder Canal Alliance. After the dedication, the silos were open to the public from1-3pm.