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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Manlius public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Aging in place initiative
The town is launching a survey of residents over 50 in several senior-heavy communities to support a state funding application for a case manager and nurse to help seniors age in place.
Three-way stop at Coventry & Tilton
A public hearing is set for October 28 on a three-way stop at the blind intersection of Coventry Road South and Tilton Road, responding to resident requests.
Town Hall office security locks
After years of complaints, the board spent $19,362 in ARPA funds on keypad locks and lever handles for 28 Town Hall office doors, addressing employee safety and adding ADA-friendly levers.
Board of Ethics Policies
The Board of Ethics proposed a financial disclosure policy covering all town employees, but the police union asked for time to have its attorney review it. The board tabled both ethics policies to May 13 to allow union and employee input.
Hazard Mitigation Plan adoption
Adopting the county's updated hazard mitigation plan keeps Manlius eligible for FEMA mitigation grants for things like flood-prone areas.
Village of Minoa court functions transfer
Minoa is dissolving its court, and Manlius will take over those village court functions under a new agreement — modest workload increase expected at first.
Town court staffing shortage
Staffing issues in the town court prompted a part-time clerk appointment to keep coverage adequate while the town hopes the situation resolves itself in coming months.
Shared Fire Marshal services with Fayetteville
The town renewed its intermunicipal agreement sharing Fire Marshal services with the Village of Fayetteville for 2026, keeping fire safety inspections coordinated across both municipalities.