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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Manlius public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Cannabis farm odors in Kirkville
Residents near a state-licensed cannabis farm on Hoag Road say the smell is overwhelming and worry about children nearby. The town is exploring zoning and legislative options but can't act retroactively against the existing farm; a proposal is expected in about a month.
Unpermitted cannabis greenhouse odor complaints
Neighbors near Hoague and Poolsbrook say a cannabis grow operation built a greenhouse without permits and the smell is overwhelming their homes, with headaches and ruined outdoor activities. The town says enforcement is in motion but constrained by state appeal timelines.
Missing middle housing — county On Home LDC
County Legislator Denton presented a new $25 million county fund offering low- and zero-interest loans to build affordable 'missing middle' housing, which could benefit Manlius projects.
Zoning Code Overhaul Underway
The new zoning advisory committee kicks off March 4, with a roughly two-year process: a year of review, then legal drafting of changes.
Proposed East Fayetteville Quarry Zone Change
Kinsella wants to rezone about 276 acres near Route 5, Salt Springs Road and Gulf Road for a new quarry to eventually replace its Fayetteville operation. The town has hired its own lawyer and engineer, and residents will get a public hearing before any vote.
Medical Center Drive PUD rework
A developer proposes a four-story building with two retail tenants and about 36 apartments, including workforce housing, near Fayetteville's commercial core. It heads to advisory boards and an April 8 public hearing.
Zone change at 4555 Pompey Center Road
An 11.84-acre parcel along Limestone Creek could go from higher-density R-5 zoning to RA to allow a three-lot single-family subdivision. The site has wetlands, steep slopes, a waterfall, and floodplain, so the eventual subdivision will face close environmental scrutiny.
Town PUD law overhaul and Burdick/East Genesee corridor study
The town is studying its main commercial corridor — traffic, pedestrian safety, and what businesses it wants there. A public meeting is planned for late February, an online survey is coming, and a vision document should be done by May to support a state funding application, possibly for sidewalks.