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Notice of Planning Board Hearings - November 18, 2026

PLANNING BOARD HEARINGS - November 18, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the Regular Meeting of the Planning Board, of the Town of Clay, will be held on November 18th, 2026.  The pre-agenda meeting begins at 7:00 P.M. and public hearings start at 7:30 P.M., at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 State Route 31, Clay, New York pursuant to applicable provisions of the Town of Clay Zoning Ordinance to consider the following:

Case #2026-075 - for a SPECIAL PERMIT application by JALAC LLC to permit the operation of a Contractor’s Service Yard at a former trucking facility. The property which is the subject of this application is 4650 Buckley Rd., Tax ID # 095.-02-10.0 The property is in the Industrial 1 (I-1) Zoning District.

Case #2026-076 - for an AMENDED SITE PLAN application by JALAC LLC to modify a former trucking facility to accommodate a Contractor’s Service Yard. The property which is the subject of this application is 4650 Buckley Rd., Tax ID # 095.-02-10.0 The property is in the Industrial 1 (I-1) Zoning District.

Case# 2026-078 – for a ZONE CHANGE & PDD AMENDMENT application by Tocco Villagio III LLC for a Zone Change from Residential Agricultural (RA-100) to the Planned Development District (PDD) on the subject property of 5509 State Route 31, Tax ID# 051.-01-01.0 to allow for the modification of the existing Tocco Villagio Planned Development District (PDD) to allow mixed use. Parcels currently included in the Tocco Villagio PDD development include: Tax Map ID#s 051.-01-02.1, 051.-01-02.4, 051.-02-01.0. The PLANNING BOARD has the responsibility to formulate a recommendation to the TOWN OF CLAY TOWN BOARD which, by law, has the power to grant or deny the application at a future date (to be announced by publication of a legal notice).

Case #2026-082 – for a PRELIMINARY PLAT application by Treeline Manor 2026 LLC to subdivide one lot into three new lots. The property which is the subject of this application is 8233 Park Ridge Path, Tax ID# 067.-11-01.1. The property is in the Office (O-2) Zoning District.

Case #2026-084 – for a SPECIAL PERMIT REFERRAL application by Wetzel BESS A & B LLC to install Tier 3 BESS equipment on two separate lots. The properties which are the subject of this application are 7846 Goguen Drive, Tax ID# 087.-01-53.0, and 7850 Goguen Drive, Tax ID# 087.-01-08.2. The properties are in the Industrial 1 (I-1) Zoning District. The PLANNING BOARD has the responsibility to formulate a recommendation to the TOWN OF CLAY TOWN BOARD which, by law, has the power to grant or deny the application at a future date (to be announced by publication of a legal notice).

Case #2026-085 – for an AMENDED SITE PLAN application by Ironhorn Enterprises to add loading docks, an expanded paved truck court, and associated site improvements to an existing warehouse . The property which is the subject of this application is 7245 Henry Clay Blvd., Tax ID# 115-01-19.2. The property is in the Industrial 1 (I-1) Zoning District.

Case #2026-089 – for a SPECIAL PERMIT application by QP2 Properties LLC for an Electronic Message Sign. The property which is the subject of this application is 4591 State Route 31, Tax ID# 045.-01-02.1. The property is in the Planned Development District (PDD) Zoning District.

At such time all persons interested in said applications will be given an opportunity to be heard by the PLANNING BOARD. DATED 11/10/26. Michelle Borton, Chairwoman, TOWN OF CLAY PLANNING BOARD.

Safe Streets Onondaga Action Plan Community Survey

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Onondaga County is inviting residents to participate in the Safe Streets Onondaga Action Plan Community Survey!

Your feedback matters! Take a few minutes to complete the community survey and share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas to help shape the future of safer streets throughout Onondaga County.

Scan the QR code on the attached flyer to access the survey.

Public Hearing Notice: WETZEL BESS A & B/CARSON POWER, LLC. - Adjourned to 12/07/2026

***ADJOURNED TO 12/7/2026***

Application Packet Attached. The full application packet in its entirety is available for inspection at the Department of Planning and Development Office during regular business hours. 

TOWN OF CLAY LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Clay will hold a Public Hearing on November 4, 2026, commencing at 7:50 P.M., local time, to consider the application of Town Board Case #1267: WETZEL BESS A & B/CARSON POWER, LLC., for a Special Permit pursuant to Chapter 209 to allow for a Tier Three Battery Energy Storage System on land located at 7846 Goguen Drive, Tax Map No. 087.-01-53.0 & Goguen Drive, Tax Map No. 087.-01-08.2, consisting of +/- 2.65 acres of land. The property is located in the I-1 Industrial Zoning District. At such time all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard.

By Resolution of the Town Board dated October 19, 2026.

TOWN BOARD, TOWN OF CLAY,

ONONDAGA COUNTY, STATE OF NEW YORK

BY:   JILL HAGEMAN-CLARK, TOWN CLERK

Road Construction Updates

Route 31 & Burnet Road Intersection Project

The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) is scheduled to begin work on the Route 31 and Burnet Road intersection on November 9. The project is expected to take approximately six weeks to complete.

Improvements will include the addition of new turn lanes and installation of a traffic signal to improve traffic flow and safety.

Micron/Gilbane has distributed notification letters to nearby residents and businesses outlining the upcoming construction and providing contact information for questions or concerns.

Route 31 & Caughdenoy Road Paving

Paving work at the Route 31 and Caughdenoy Road intersection is scheduled to take place overnight next week. To minimize daytime traffic disruptions, this work is planned for nighttime hours.

If weather or other conditions cause a delay, paving is scheduled for November 7.

Please use caution when traveling through these areas and be alert for construction crews, temporary traffic patterns, and possible delays. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these improvements are completed.

Zoning Board of Appeals - November 9, 2026

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HEARING: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, New York on November 9, 2026, will hold a pre-agenda meeting at 5:30 P.M. in the Jury Room, followed by the Regular Meeting, public hearings beginning at 6:00 P.M., at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 State Route 31, Clay, New York, on the following matters:

Case #2026 – Cheryl White/Clay Equestrian Center, 9605 Black Creek Road, Tax Map ID #036.-02-04.1. The applicant is seeking an Area Variance pursuant to Section 230-20B (2)(b) – Land Uses and Structures- to permit a 6-foot fence to be maintained between the front yard and street line. The property is in the Residential Agricultural (RA-100) Zoning District.

Case #2027- Matthew Wilson, 4822 Lepinske Farm Place, Tax Map ID #063.-04-14.0. The applicant is seeking an Area Variance pursuant to Section 230-13C(4)(c)[3] - Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements- for a reduction in the rear setback requirements from 10 feet to 3 feet for an accessory structure. The property is the One-Family Residential (R-15) Zoning District.

Case #2028- Pinecrest Apartments LLC/Rotem Evron, 7300 Cedar Post Road, Tax Map ID #107.-20-04.0. The applicant is seeking an Area Variance pursuant to Section 230-13H(4)(c)[4] – Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements- for an increase in the maximum height of an accessory structure from 15 feet to 22 feet. The property is in the Apartment (R-APT) Zoning District.

Dated October 29, 2026

By order of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Town of Clay

Vivian Mason, Chairperson