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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Fishkill public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Trial Water Billing Forgiveness Program
The town approved a 25% reduction on the Town of Wappinger's water bill after an emergency water main break following a fire caused massive water loss.
Fishkill Commerce Center Sewer Connection and Aquifer Protection
The developers of the Fishkill Commerce Center warehouse presented a major design change that replaces an on-site septic system with a 2,500-foot underground force main running beneath Interstate 84 into the Village of Fishkill.
Dutchess Park Sewer District Emergency Repair Assessment
The town is proposing a one-time $191 per-parcel assessment to help residents in the Dutchess Park Sewer District pay for emergency force main repairs costing over $400,000.
Central Hudson Electric Delivery Charges
Residents are feeling squeezed by massive utility bills where delivery charges far outweigh actual energy usage. The town board passed a resolution demanding state regulators step in and investigate Central Hudson's pricing.
Water Leak Forgiveness Program
The town is developing a standardized water leak forgiveness policy to grant percentage-based deductions for verified pipe breaks and leaks, aiming to reduce administrative burdens on the board.
Hoose Boulevard Emergency Sewer Main Repair
A major sewer main break at 47 Hoose Boulevard required immediate emergency repairs costing approximately $159,000, involving a temporary above-ground force main through residential yards. A local attorney warned that affected homeowners plan to file an Article 78 legal challenge over the unannounced work.