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Benton Town Board to vote on short-term rental and employment policies tonight

The Benton Town Board will meet tonight at 7:00 p.m., starting with two public hearings on proposed local laws. One hearing will address a new short-term rental regulation, while the other focuses on updates to the town’s employment policy.

Following the hearings, the board will move to vote on key resolutions, including classifying the short-term rental law as a Type 1 action under State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) regulations. The board is also expected to decide on approving both the short-term rental and employment policy local laws​.


Additional agenda items include discussions on a contract with Cintas, the town’s fire protection agreements, and a potential funding opportunity through New York State for Water District #7. Kelli Murphy and several other individuals have expressed interest in joining the town’s comprehensive planning efforts, which will also be reviewed during the meeting​.

The board will close with routine business, including the approval of vouchers and reports.

Residents are encouraged to attend and share their input during the public hearings.