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Warren County Early Voting Locations

The Warren County Board of Elections announced that early voting will begin Saturday, October 28th, 2023 at two locations in Warren County for the November 7th, 2023 General Election. Early voters will be able to cast ballots at Warren County Human Services Building, 1340 Route 9, Queensbury, and Glens Falls City Hall, 42 Ridge Street, Glens Falls.

Early voting sites in Warren County will be open the following days and hours:

  • Saturday, October 28th, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday, October 29th, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Monday, October 30th,  12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday, October 31st, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday, November 1st, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Thursday, November 2nd, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Friday, November 3rd, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Saturday, November 4th, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Sunday, November 5th,  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Any voter registered in Warren County can vote at an early voting site, and no appointments are necessary. Those who vote early cannot vote on Election Day!

Those wishing to instead vote by absentee ballot can apply for an absentee ballot online at https://absenteeballot.elections.ny.gov/. October 23 is the last day to apply for an absentee ballot by letter, telefax, or through the online absentee request portal.

Absentee ballots can also be picked up in person at the Warren County Board of Elections office, 1340 Route 9, Queensbury, until November 6th, 2023.

If you apply for an absentee ballot and you choose to go to the polls instead, you will have to vote by affidavit ballot.

October 28th is the last day to register to vote for the 2023 General Election.

In Warren County, the 2023 General Election will include local races and two statewide propositions. In addition, voters in Glens Falls and Queensbury will vote on the Crandall Public Library budget, while voters in Johnsburg will decide whether the Town Clerk’s term should be two years or four years beginning in 2024.

Polling places across Warren County will be open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Election Day, November 7th, 2023.  Sample ballots and additional information can be found online at www.warrencountyny.gov/boe.

Volunteers Needed for Glens Falls Cleanup Day!

Volunteers are needed for Glens Falls Cleanup Day, which is taking place on Saturday October 21st, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. This joint event, initiated by the Glens Falls Business Improvement District and the Glens Falls Collaborative, takes place twice a year.

Volunteers will be involved in tasks including sweeping, raking, trash pick-up, and cleaning up the sidewalks. Volunteers are asked to bring rugged gloves, and the organizers of the event will provide rakes, shovels, garbage bags, rubber gloves, hand sanitizer, and masks. Free refreshments will also be provided!

Volunteers will meet behind Minky Mink in the Ridge Street parking lot at 9:00 AM. No sign-up is required, but online RSVPs are appreciated! To RSVP, please visit the “Glens Falls Downtown Cleanup Day” event on the Downtown Glens Falls Facebook page at www.facebook.com/downtownglensfalls/events.

The rain date for this event is October 22nd, 2023.

Glens Falls Business: Afrim’s Sports Buys ADKSC

The Adirondack Sports Complex (ADKSC) and Afrim’s Sports Group have entered into an agreement that will have Afrim’s Sports closing on the purchase of ADKSC within the next few months.

Both Doug & Terri Miller and Afrim are excited about the next phase of the Adirondack Sports Complex, as it will allow the community to continue to have an excellent sports faculty for sports, recreational, and community activities, while at the same time offering exciting new and additional programs and opportunities.

In addition to some new opportunities that Afrim’s Sports will be adding over the coming weeks and months, nearly all of the programs and offerings that ADKSC customers have come to expect are going to remain.

With the assistance of Doug and Terri Miller, Afrim and their staff have begun the gradual process of transitioning towards the eventual takeover of the day-to-day operation of the ADKSC. 

Additional information will be provided in the coming days and weeks as the transition plans further develop. For more information, please visit adirondacksportscomplex.com

Section 2 Girls Tennis Tournaments

At Schenectady’s Central Park, Queensbury’s Nicole Greenstein and Flavia Brizzi won a pair of doubles matches following a bye as the No. 8 seed to advance to tomorrow’s round of quarterfinals. Tessa Murray and Lindsey Pepe split a pair of matches as a doubles team, as did both Maria Conway and Sedona Jones in singles action.

Greenstein and Brizzi will face the top-seeded Saratoga Springs duo of Clare Dooley and Addison Jones Wednesday, October 18th, at 2:00 PM, at Central Park.

Doubles Results:

Round 1: Tessa Murray/Lindsey Pepe (Queensbury) def. Azalea Case/Madeleine Stamper-Kong (Emma Willard), 10-4

Round 2: Nicole Greenstein/Flavia Brizzi (Q) def. Reese Slade/Elizabeth Spensieri (Ichabod Crane), 10-3;

Hope Brown/Rayka Kogut (Bethlehem) def. Tessa Murray/Lindsey Pepe (Q), 10-4

Round 3: Nicole Greenstein/Flavia Brizzi (Q) def. Micahra Semper/Jenifer Lalman (Mohonasen-Schenectady), 10-7

Singles Results:

Round 1: Maria Conway (Q) def. Alyssa Robbins (Mohonasen-Schenectady), 10-3;

Sedona Jones (Q) def. Kerrigan McCarthy (Maple Hill), 10-0

Round 2: Maya Brennan (Ichabod Crane) def. Maria Conway (Q), 10-4;

Samantha Ostrander (Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake) def. Sedona Jones (Q), 10-2

Queensbury UFSD Inducts First Members of the New Athletics Hall of Fame

When John “Jack” LaBombard came to Queensbury in 1966, he fell in love. 

“I absolutely fell in love with Queensbury,” LaBombard said. “Not just the school and the district, but even looking around at the mountains, it felt like home.”

LaBombard was a physical education teacher at Queensbury Union Free School District from 1966 to 1997 and coached baseball, football, golf, and wrestling… LaBombard led Queensbury’s varsity wrestling program for 31 years and is considered one of the most successful wrestling coaches in New York State history!

LaBombard was inducted into the Queensbury UFSD’s new Athletics Hall of Fame during a ceremony Saturday, October 14th at the Courtyard by Marriott in Lake George. 

“I showed up every day, and I worked hard, and I was very intense, and I loved the kids, I loved the school, I loved everything about it,” LaBombard said. “Teaching and education in general is a giving profession. A little bit of you gives every day when you go to school… And coaching is a giving profession.”

The new Athletics Hall of Fame recognizes and honors athletes, coaches, teams, administrators, staff and community members who have made significant contributions to Queensbury’s athletics program. 

After nearly 75 years of athletic excellence, the inaugural class includes two teams of distinction and 41 individual honorees. The first half of the group was inducted Saturday. The second half will be inducted in fall of 2024.

Tim Jones, the school’s sports information specialist, served as the evening’s master of ceremonies. Jones spent countless hours researching, and collecting information and stories about the rich history of Queensbury athletics. 

“It is truly humbling to be in the presence of this tremendous group of inductees and a pleasure to honor your gifts and achievements,” Jones told the crowd. “Thank you all for authoring such amazing stories, which embody the Spartan spirit. To those we’ve lost, the memories of your contributions to Queensbury’s history of athletics and our community will be cherished forever.”

Rich Keys – Queensbury’s director of health, physical education and athletics – recalled being interviewed by Lloyd Mott, who was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame.  

“I always knew that if I could work to develop the passion for coaching and teaching that both Terry Martin and Jack LaBombard had, have the poise of Bill Smith, Al Hammel’s ability to connect with children, Fran Cabana’s energy and enthusiasm – that of a superhero, which many of those elementary students still think that he is – and the class and professionalism of Lloyd Mott, things would work out just fine.

“Now, it’s been 30 years, and I haven’t achieved any of those things,” Keys laughed, “but I certainly am appreciative for what those people have done to influence me so I could further my career and have an opportunity to do things like this.”

Robert “Bob” Glendening traveled to Queensbury from his home in Scotland to be inducted into the Hall of Fame… A standout three-sport athlete at Queensbury, Glendening was a Major League Baseball eighth-round draft pick, and signed with the Chicago Cubs following his junior year at St. Lawrence University. Following his professional baseball career, Glendening served as a U.S. Marine Corps pilot for 14 years.

“When I see so many men that I work with now that didn’t have the background that I had — two parents who love each other, a support group like this, a dream of a childhood through high school… I’m just so grateful for all the people in this room that poured so much in me,” Glendening said.

Many athletes and coaches honored Saturday night paid homage to fellow inductee John Dennett, a physical education teacher, coach and administrator who completely transformed the district’s athletic department from 1968 to 1982. 

Jennifer Dennett Johnston held her father’s hand as she called her father a role model for his family, young athletes and the greater Queensbury community.

“He has taught us that success is not about the destination, but the journey, and that true victory is not just about winning on the field, but about winning in life,” Johnston said. “As a father, he has instilled in all of us the values of commitment, respect and integrity. He has been our pillar of strength, our source of wisdom and our greatest fan… He has shown us that greatness is not just about what you accomplish, but the impact you have on others, the lives you touch, and the legacy you leave behind.”

Superintendent of Schools Kyle Gannon reminisced about time he spent with many of the coaches honored Saturday night… He recalled the distinct voice of the late-Dr. John “Jack” V. Irion, who was Queensbury’s superintendent for 21 years from 1973 until 1994. 

Gannon coached football, and after the team lost to Scotia, Dr. Irion looked at Gannon and said, “Good game, Coach.”

“That one statement of encouragement makes me think of all the individuals being honored here tonight,” Gannon said. “‘Good game…’ Such a small but poignant way to cap off years of work, hours of practice, daily sacrifices, everything that makes these athletes, coaches and contributors extraordinary.”

Warren County & Washington County Police Blotter: September 12th-October 1st

Warren County

September 12th, 2023

Phillips, Desiree Ann DOB: 07/06/90 was arrested for Unlawfully Dealing with a Child 2nd

Richards, Nathan John DOB: 01/20/93 was arrested for  Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense, Oper Motor Veh w/ .08 of 1% or more Alcohol in Blood – 1st Offense

Ruddy, Taylor Madison DOB: 01/29/99 was arrested for Crim Impers Anothr Pers w/ Intent 

Welch, Jacob Daniel DOB: 07/07/90 was arrested for Police Officer Execute Warrant of Arrest

September 13th, 2023

Richards, Tara Gray DOB: 10/25/82 was arrested for Agg Unlic Oper-2nd : 3/ More Open Suspensions,on 3/More Dates Petit Larceny   

September 14th, 2023

Clayfield, Thomas Earl DOB: 02/15/95 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd

Hughes, John Lucas DOB: 10/17/98 was arrested for Bail Jumping – 3rd degree

Deyette, Tammy Lyn DOB: 07/03/70 was arrested for Aggravated DWI: Per se -BAC .18 or More No Priors Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense 

Deyoe, Christopher Michael DOB: 01/08/86 was arrested for Illegal Entree into the United States 

September 15th, 2023

Darmetko, Brendan J. DOB: 07/20/92 was arrested for Petit Larceny 

Phillips, Ashley E. DOB: 09/09/87 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd

Suleman, John DOB: 01/29/99 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd

September 16th, 2023 

Gates, Christopher Raymond DOB: 01/26/88 was arrested for Bail Jumping – 2nd degree 

Salo, Jonathan Canale DOB: 02/25/94 was arrested for Petit Larceny

September 17th, 2023

Sumner, Tanice Marie DOB: 02/04/79 was arrested for Police Officer Execute Warrant of Arrest

September 18th, 2023

Bowling, Eugene Allen DOB: 03/06/81 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation -2nd Degree Use  Leased/Rented/LoanedVehicle Without Interlock Device

Gaves, Stephen Matthew DOB: 02/16/92 was arrested for Police Officer Execute Warrant of Arrest

September 19th, 2023

Pruess, Caitlin Marie DOB: 12/03/93 was arrested for Failure to Appear  

Mullarney, Kalene L DOB: 03/06/94 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation – 3rd 

Fortune, Eric Arnold DOB: 01/25/80 was arrested for Gr Lar 4 – Value of Property Greater and $1,000, Viol Prob Viol  

September 20th, 2023

Delgado, Katrina Maria DOB: 05/18/90 was arrested for Crim Poss Contrl Subst, Bail Jumping – 2nd & 3rd Degree

Randall, Deborah Anne DOB: 05/06/67 was arrested for  Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd Crim Poss Narco Drug Crim Poss Drug/Intent to Sell 

Allen, Nathan J DOB: 08/13/96 was arrested for Harassment – 2nd, Trespass 

Allen, Shane E. DOB:09/14/97 was arrested for Harassment – 2nd, Trespass

September 21st, 2023 

Joubert, Chantelle C. DOB: 04/22/91 was arrested for Failure to Appear

Nelson, Gregg Nicholas DOB: 07/26/83 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd, Criminal Possession of a Weapon – 3rd, Menacing – 2nd

Saville, Joseph Wayne DOB: 11/12/87 was arrested for Aggravated Family Offense – More than One Offense Within 5 years, Crim Mis Intent to Damage Proprty  

Joubert, Chantelle C. DOB: 04/22/91 was arrested for Bail Jumping 2nd, Bail Jumping 3rd, Crim Poss Contrl Subst

September 22nd, 2023

Kurtz, Brandt Michael DOB: 06/21/03 was arrested for  Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense, Oper Motor Veh w/ .08 of 1% or more Alcohol in Blood – 1st Offense 

September 23rd,2023 

Stevenson, Dustin Edward DOB: 12/25/85 was arrested for Police Officer Execute Warrant of Arrest

Colon, Jesse Bryant DOB: 02/20/91 was arrested for Crim Poss Stln Prop Greater than $3,000

Dunn, Wanda M. DOB: 08/12/74 was arrested for Trespass 

Eddings, Candace D. DOB: 04/25/95 was arrested for Crim Poss Stln Prop Greater than $3,000

Wright, Tyivon DOB: 05/28/99was arrested for Crim Impers another Pers w/int Crim Poss Stln Prop Greater than $3,000 Fugitive from Justice – Out of State Crime

Carnes, Susan Flynn DOB: 07/26/62  Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense, Oper Motor Veh w/ .08 of 1% or more Alcohol in Blood – 1st Offense 

Breault, Nevaeh Noel DOB: 12/27/02 was arrested for Petit Larceny 

Tyminski, Timothy John DOB: 12/21/91 was arrested for Aggravated DWI: Per se-BAC .18 or More – No Prior Driving While Intoxicated – 1st Offense, Oper Motor Veh w/ .08 of 1%  or more Alcohol in Blood – 1st Off

September 24th, 2023

Clark, Nicole Marie DOB: 03/22/86 was arrested for Agg Unlicensed Operation 1: Agg Unlic Op 2/Alcohol or Drug Driving While Intoxicated – 1st Off Oper Motor Veh w/ .08 of 1%  or more Alcohol in Blood – 1st Off

Lewis, Marie Denice DOB: 04/01/77 was arrested for Disobey Mandate Exc JL 753A-2

Petrak, Andrew E. DOB:04/20/92  was arrested for Disobey Mandate Exc JL 753A-2

September 25th, 2023

Capone, Richard Michael DOB: 05/02/03 was arrested for Crim Mis Intent Damage Property Harassment – 2nd Physical Contact

Corriveau, Dante G. DOB: 05/30/04 was arrested for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation Forcible Touching – Touch Sexual Intimate Parts

Burdick, Michael Scott DOB: 07/23/77Failure to Appear

Fish, Jeffery William DOB: 01/16/85 was arrested for Unauth Use Veh w/o Ownr Const

September 26th, 2023 

Wells, Bobby Lee DOB: 08/09/89 was arrested for Criminal Mischief – 2nd

Mahan, Kyle Bruce DOB: 06/10/81 was arrested for Harassment 2nd- Physical Contact 

Ray, Brian Joseph DOB: 08/14/86 was arrested for Agg Unlic Op  – 2nd, 3/More open Suspensions on 3/More Dates Reckless Endangerment 2nd, Unlawful Fleeing A Police Officer in Motor Vehicle – 3rd Deg

September 27th, 2023

Carberry, Anna E. DOB: 11/11/93 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation – 2nd: Mandatory Suspension  

September 28th, 2023 

Smith, Roxy Lee DOB: 08/18/83 was arrested for Harassment 2nd – Physical Contact 

September 29th, 2023

Hilliard, Domielle Nicole DOB: 04/19/86 was arrested for Police Officer Execute Warrant of Arrest

Austin, Miles A DOB: 06/25/94 was arrested for Viol Prob Viol

Doxa, Rose A. DOB: 07/23/78 was arrested for Failure to Appear

Peno, Scott Timothy DOB: 02/07/97 was arrested for Petit Larceny 

Odell, Wiley Edward DOB: 07/12/82 was arrested for Burglary 2nd Degree: Illegal Entry Dwelling

Poulos, Matthew Thomas DOB: 08/29/81 was arrested for Assault-3rd

September 30th, 2023

Bullard, Carol Mary DOB: 01/02/82 was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd 

Martelle, Misty Marie DOB: 11/10/85 was arrested for Crim Poss Contrl Subst Poss Narco Drug w/ Int to Sell  

Perez, Felix Miguel DOB: 12/19/65 was arrested for Poss Narco Drug w/ Int to Sell

October 1st, 2023

Genier, Anothy James DOB: 06/04/91 was arrested for Obstrct Governmntl Admin 2nd, Petit Larceny, Resisting Arrest, Tamper with Physical Evidence  

Richardson, Jennifer A. DOB: 10/26/87 was arrested for Crim Poss Contrl Sust, Harassment – 2nd Physical Contact, Obstruct Governmental Admin 2nd, Petit Larceny, Resisting Arrest 

Washington County

September 12th, 2023

Blyther, Benjamin D. Age: 49 was arrested for Petit Larceny 

Woodcock, Nicholas C. Age: 22 was arrested for Unlawful Public Intimate Image

September 13th, 2023

Hartnett, Hudson K. Age: 42 was arrested for Act in Manner to Injure a Child <17,Aslt 3-w/ intent Cause Phys Injury

Carbone, Amanda D. Age: 37 was arrested for ASLT w/ Int Cause Ph Injury W/ Weapon, Crim Poss Weapon, -4th, Act in Manner to Injure a child <17 

Carbone, Michael W. Age: 32 was arrested for Act in Manner to Injure a Child < 17

Valastro, Brian L. Age: 33 was arrested for Crim Contempt – 2nd, Disobey Court

September 14th, 2023 

Hansen, Melissa A. Age: 35 was arrested for Unauth Use of Veh w/o Owners Cnent  

Goodband, Karen J. Age: 57 was arrested for DWI – 1st Off, Oper MV BAC. .08 of 1% – 1st Off

September 15th, 2023

Kelly, Patrick J. Age: 56 was arrested for DWI- 1st Offense, Aggravated DWI Per Se – No Prior

September 17th, 2023 

Stranahan, Michael J. Age: 52 was arrested for Menacing – 2nd: Weapon, Crim Mis: Intent to Damage Property, Crim Poss Contrl Substance – 7th Crim Poss Weapon – 3rd Prev Conv

Clark, Brad S. Age: 48 was arrested for Crim Obstruction Breathing, Assault -3rd, Aggravated Family Offense 

Hayes, Kierstin M. Age 25 was arrested for Aslt 3- w/Int to Cause Phys Injury

September 21st, 2023 

Seymour, Barbara G. Age: 46 was arrested for Crim Mis- Prevnt Emergncy Call 

September 24th, 2023

Celeste, Abby L. Age: 49 was arrested for Crim Cont – 1 PL215.50 (3) Prior 

September 25th, 2023

Gilligan, Savannah R. Age: 22 was arrested for Crim Cont – 1 PL215.50 (3) Prior, Aggravated Family Offense, Crim Mis: Intent to Damage Property 

Harrington, Kaleb S. Age: 24 was arrested for Criminal Mischief – 2nd 

September 26th, 2023

Fioretti, Nicole L. Age: 35 was arrested for Oper MV BAC .08 of 1% – 1st Off, DWI – 1st Off

September 27th, 2023 

Mangir, Ursula M. Age: 34 was arrested for offer file false instrument – 2nd 

September 30th, 2023

Chadwick, Nathan T. Age: 40 was arrested for Resisting Arrest, Obstruct Govenmntl Admin – 2nd, Harassment – 2nd Physical Contact

Stolen Fuel Truck Recovered… Ran Out Of Fuel

On Monday, October 16th at 5:45 AM, a fuel truck was stolen from Rutland Fuel Company in Rutland, Vermont… The fuel truck was recovered later the same day in Glens Falls, after the truck seemingly ran out of fuel. The 2023 Frieghtliner, owned by Scot Sullivan, was carrying 800 gallons of fuel. No arrests have been made.  

 The truck was located at 1:35 PM in Glens Falls,and reported to police by Kelsey Duprey of Glens Falls: “I was pretty shocked to see the truck where I am right now just because of how far away it is,” Duprey said. 

The truck had been seen early in the morning being operated in an unsafe manner. The concerned citizen called the Rutland Fuel Company and left a message regarding the vehicle being driven recklessly. 

Owner, Scot Sullivan posted on Facebook for help. There was a sighting reported by a woman from Ticonderoga who spotted the truck and posted a video of the alleged thief wearing a hardhat and vest. She called the police.

Sullivan credits the use of social media for helping to recover the truck: “I think it helped law enforcement, and it certainly helped us track where he was. People of all walks of life were sharing it and we were getting reports of the truck in Pittsford, in Brandon, in Middlebury, in Vergennes,” Sullivan said.

Fall Trout Stocking by Warren County Fish Hatchery

Warren County Fish Hatchery

Fall is a great time to do some fishing! The staff at Warren County Fish Hatchery have begun their Fall trout stocking program, preparing allotments of rainbow trout for Schroon River and Glen Lake.

The hatchery is located on 38 acres along the Hudson River in Warrensburg. The grounds offer two sheltered picnic areas with restrooms, a children’s play area and canoe access site, as well as a large open area for other activities.

The Warren County Fish Hatchery is operated by the Parks, Recreation and Railroad division of the Warren County DPW.  The Hatchery has been in operation since 1914; however Warren County obtained the facility from New York State in 1982.  Since then, they have had great success in raising domestic brook trout, rainbow trout, landlocked Atlantic salmon, and heritage brook trout.

The fish raised here provide improved sport fishing throughout Warren County waters. Wild strains of brook trout, which are provided by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), are raised and stocked as fingerlings each fall… These fish are 3 to 4 inches long, and have been obtained as eggs from state and federal hatcheries. They are incubated, hatched and transferred to “grow out” in the hatcheries’ raceways – these are tanks that are relatively shallow and rely on a high water flow to sustain aquatic life.

In the summer months, these fish are moved to rearing ponds for future growth. The facility currently utilizes 10 rearing ponds and a Display Pond, which allows visitors a close-up view of mature trout. Their ages range from one to five years, and they may weigh upwards of five pounds. These fish are typically not stocked in area lakes and rivers, and are kept for display only.

For more information, please visit warrencountyny.gov/dpw/fishhatchery

Adirondack Region Cat Adoption Center’s Featured Cat of the Week: Paco

Three-year-old Paco has been relaxing to the max since being rescued. Since his arrival, he has settled right in and made himself at home and soaks up every bit of attention he can get. Paco is an easy-going and affectionate guy who is quick to make friends, both human and feline. Excited for visitors, he is more than ready to find a new home where he will get the devotion he deserves.

If you are interested in learning more about Paco, please contact the Adoption Center at 518.409.8105 ext 101 or adoptadk@animalleague.org. You can also complete the adoption application using the link: www.animalleague.org/adkpreapproval

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Warren County Held Special Meeting to Begin the Process to Renew Tax

On Friday, October 13th, 2023, The Warren County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to begin the process to renew the county’s 0.25% tax on new mortgages.

Director of Public Affairs Don Lehman said: “The way the calendar falls this year, beginning the process at the regular Board of Supervisors meeting on October 20th would not have gotten it done in time for when it expires at the end of 2023, so a special meeting was scheduled.”

This tax has been on the books since 2009. Annually, Warren County collects as much as $1.6-million through this tax. This tax is renewed every three years through this process.

The board set a public hearing regarding the local law that allows the tax. This public hearing will be held at the Board of Supervisors’ monthly meeting on Friday, October 20th. This meeting will start at 10:00 AM, at Warren County Municipal Center.