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A lithium-ion battery ignited a fire at a local recycling facility, prompting urgent calls for better public education on safe disposal practices!

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Recycle-sorting warning: lithium-ion battery sparked early-June fire at county facility, board urged outreach
The recycling-advisory committee reported a lithium-ion battery caused a fire at a county recycling facility; the board recommended expanded public education and noted the county EcoPark accepts hazardous items by appointment.
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July 10, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Irondequoit is on a mission to level up from bronze to silver in the Climate Smart Communities program, and they need your help to make it happen!

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Town staff urges expanded outreach to move Irondequoit’s Climate Smart Communities ranking from bronze to silver
Town staff briefed the committee on steps to earn more Climate Smart Communities points — including public education, farmers-market tabling, tracking activities and pursuing grants that previously funded EV chargers and farmers-market solar panels.
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June 5, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Bishop Kearney is set to unveil an ambitious 66,000-square-foot Performance Center featuring a cutting-edge ice rink and turf training area, but local residents are left wondering about its impact!

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Bishop Kearney proposes 66,000 sq ft performance center with rink and turf; board asks for neighborhood outreach and more detail
Bishop Kearney presented plans for a 66,000-square-foot Performance Center with an ice rink and turf training area, a subsurface stormwater chamber, modest parking reconfiguration and landscaping changes; the board advised outreach to neighbors and requested additional detail on tree impacts, screening and event operations ahead of the public hearing.
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July 16, 2026 at 5:55 AM
Good Life Collective is one step closer to opening a state-licensed cannabis dispensary in Irondequoit, but the planning board is demanding critical documentation before granting approval.

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Attorney for Good Life Collective seeks special-use permit for Eastridge Road dispensary; board requests documentation on setbacks, parking and operations
Harris Beach attorney Francis Gorman and operations representative AK Kaid presented a special-use permit request for Good Life Collective to operate a state‑licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1849 Eastridge Road; the board discussed state proximity mapping, a recent town code update (Local Law No. 5 of 2026), parking, hours and security and asked the applicant to return with a full compliance package.
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June 11, 2026 at 6:54 AM
Residents of Irondequoit are demanding clarity on local immigration policies and urging leaders to reject federal funds linked to controversial border operations.

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Speakers urge Irondequoit to refuse federal 'Operation Stone Garden' funds and clarify local stance on ICE
Public commenters asked the town to reject Operation Stone Garden reimbursements for local law-enforcement assistance to federal border operations and urged the board to state its position on ICE enforcement locally.
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August 20, 2026 at 1:47 PM
The Irondequoit commission is gearing up to apply for a crucial CLG grant, focusing on boundary-justification studies to ensure the historic value of the Saint Paul Corridor and Laurelton districts is recognized!

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Commission to pursue CLG grant work focused on eligibility studies for two districts
The commission noted the CLG grant window is open with a September 15 deadline and agreed to assemble a small team to prepare a request focused on boundary justification and determinations of eligibility for the Saint Paul Corridor and Laurelton historic districts per SHPO advice.
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July 31, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Bishop Kearney High School is set to transform its campus with a massive 66,000-square-foot performance and wellness center, complete with an ice rink and new landscaping to protect neighbors!

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Planning board clears Bishop Kearney for 66,000‑square‑foot performance and wellness center with screening and permits conditions
The board approved preliminary and final site plans for a roughly 66,000 sq ft performance and wellness center at Bishop Kearney High School, imposing conditions on signage, no new exterior audio, additional landscaping for western screening, DEC permits and town engineer review.
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July 31, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Irondequoit’s Town Board just approved a significant rezoning move that could add 22 new multifamily units to the Northside Manor complex while reshaping the neighborhood's landscape!

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Board approves rezoning for Northside Manor, permitting new multifamily units
The board approved rezoning several parcels near Northside Manor from R-2 to R-5 and adopted a SEQRA negative declaration; the applicant said the project could add about 22 units to the existing 70-unit complex and will remove two single-family homes on lots under the applicant's control.
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July 23, 2026 at 8:21 AM
Exciting developments in Irondequoit as the commission gears up to secure funding for essential historic surveys that could shape the future of St. Paul Boulevard and Laurelton districts!

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Commission plans CLG grant to fund intensive surveys for St. Paul Boulevard and Laurelton districts
Commissioners reviewed requirements for the 2026 CLG performance review and signaled intent to submit a CLG grant application (likely due this fall) to fund an intensive-level survey and determinations of eligibility for St. Paul Boulevard and Laurelton historic districts.
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July 5, 2026 at 9:52 AM
The Bonadio Group's recent audit revealed Irondequoit's financial landscape, showcasing $60 million in capital assets but raising concerns with a negative unrestricted net position due to long-term liabilities.

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Bonadio presents clean audit; Irondequoit hears financial report showing long-term liabilities and debt issuance
The Bonadio Group delivered a clean (unmodified) audit for 2025 and Comptroller Diana presented May 2026 financials noting $60M in capital assets, $3.5M restricted net position, a negative unrestricted net position driven by long-term obligations, and issuance of about $11M in long-term debt to replace BANs.
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June 21, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Irondequoit residents are rallying for a formal policy to protect immigrants, urging their Town Board to declare the community a safe haven amidst rising federal enforcement efforts.

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Residents urge Irondequoit to codify protections for immigrants during public comment
Several residents and members of Protect Irondequoit Neighbors urged the Town Board to adopt a written policy limiting local cooperation with ICE and to publicly affirm safety for immigrant and refugee residents, citing recent state law changes and offering volunteer help to draft local measures.
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June 21, 2026 at 11:39 AM