Town Board Halts Sidewalk Project Based on Public Opposition
New Lebanon Town Board halts Route 22 Sidewalks Project over public opposition. Supervisor Colleen Teal led the 4-1 vote, citing her analysis of 2013 public hearings showing 150 residents opposed the project versus 41 in favor. The decision allows the town to avoid repaying state funds by invoking
misc · Meeting of March 23, 2026
NY NEW LEBANON — New Lebanon Town Board halts Route 22 Sidewalks Project over public opposition. Supervisor Colleen Teal led the 4-1 vote, citing her analysis of 2013 public hearings showing 150 residents opposed the project versus 41 in favor. The decision allows the town to avoid repaying state funds by invoking the substantial public opposition exemption from the original grant.
Teal presented data showing sentiment had shifted decisively against the long-contested project originally proposed in 2003. Councilmembers Kevin Smith Sr., Mark Baumli, and Chuck Geraldi voted with Teal; Councilmember Dan Evans dissented, concerned the board was deferring the decision to future leaders.
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Source: the misc meeting of March 23, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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