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Monday, October 26, 2026 Catharine, New York · Change town
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Catharine Hires Permanent Building Inspector, Advances Wind Farm Review

Catharine Town Board hired Building Inspector Dean Hillyard permanently and advanced wind farm legislation for attorney review. Supervisor Richard Lewis hired Hillyard to the permanent position on August 18, after he had been filling an interim role. Hillyard issued four permits, conducted seven

misc · Meeting of September 14, 2026

NY CATHARINE — Catharine Town Board hired Building Inspector Dean Hillyard permanently and advanced wind farm legislation for attorney review. Supervisor Richard Lewis hired Hillyard to the permanent position on August 18, after he had been filling an interim role. Hillyard issued four permits, conducted seven inspections, and issued one Certificate of Completion.

The Board unanimously approved bills totaling $117,832.97 across General and Highway Funds and authorized records shredding in compliance with New York State retention schedules. An open house for the Azalea Wind project is scheduled for August 27, with draft legislation forwarded to the Town Attorney for formal review.

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Source: the misc meeting of September 14, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.

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