News

Replacement 3rd Ward Councilman Appointed

The Town of Clear Lake is happy to announce the appointment of Alan Korte by the Steuben County Republican Chairperson to fill the remaining term of Larry Armstrong - Ward 3 Councilman.  The appointment is effective immediately. Alan accepted the position after Larry Armstrong resigned for medical reasons.  Larry and the rest of the Town Council are pleased that Alan has stepped up to complete the remainder of his term.

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UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE

We are pleased to announce that on Monday, May 4th 2009 the Plan Commission under the direction of its President, Bill Geiger certified and passed with a favorable recommendation the UDO to the Town Council.

The Town Council will then begin its deliberations and readings over the next 3 or 4 months and hopefully have completed documents in August or September.

We are grateful for the many people that participated in this process from the very beginning. Their efforts are duly noted:

Town Council (2004 – 2007) Commissioned the Project:

   Jack McArdle
   Tony Kraus
   Larry Armstrong

Clear Lake Comprehensive Plan Committee with Region III-A Economic Development District & Regional Planning Commission:

Larry Armstrong, Chris Folland, Robert Lewis, Dan & Carolyn Bolovan, Brad & Teresa Gay, Jerry McArdle, Alan Brown, Ken Goeckel, Annemarie Rhinehart, Greg Brown, Robert Hull, Bruce Snyder, Robert Bruick, Sue & Alan Korte, Robert Troll, Orabelle Denzel, Ron Kummer, Kathleen Tyler, Jon & Mary Jo Fitzenrider, Sue Williams


Clear Lake Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee with Ground Rules Inc.:

Alan Brown, Ken Goeckel, Jerry McArdle, Greg Brown, Robert Hull, Bruce Snyder, Robert Bruick, Alan Korte, Robert Troll, Paul Federspiel, Ron Kummer, Nancy Wilhelm, George Schenkel, Larry Armstrong, Jon & Mary Jo Fitzenrider, Sue Williams, Chris Folland, Robert Lewis

Clear Lake Plan Commission:

Bill Geiger, President, Robert Lewis, George Schenkel, Rick Behnfeldt, Jerry McArdle, Chris Folland, Sue Williams

We would also like to thank everyone who took part in all the public hearings and sent letters for our consideration. Your participation shows that you care about Clear Lake and how we grow now and into the future.

As we go forward, the Plan Commission will continue its advisory committee meetings for those who wish to send in additional comments. All comments should be in writing and sent to the Plan Commission President, Bill Geiger.

Thank you for your support

Bob Lewis, President
Clear Lake Town Council

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Plan Commission Certifies UDO

On May 4th, 2009 the Clear Lake Plan Commission certified the proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to the Town Council with a favorable recommendation.  The certified draft and map are available at the following links: May 4, 2009 Certified UDO Draft  *** Zoning Map.  

The Town of Clear Lake's Comprehensive Master passed in 2007 is available at the following link:  2007 Comprehensive Plan Link. 

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2009 Heavy Trash Pickup Dates Announced

The Heavy Trash pickup days for 2009 will be Saturday June 6th and September 19th 2009.  All items must be placed out for pickup by 8:00 am.

A list of acceptable/unacceptable items is available at this link:  Acceptable Items.

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Animal Ordinance Adopted

On September 8th, 2008 the Town of Clear Lake Town Council adopted a new animal control ordinance. The ordinance may be read at the following link: Ordinance Link.

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From the Zoning Inspector Bruce Snyder – Check before starting your project

Before starting your project, be it a deck, a fence, a shed, remodeling or starting the big project please check with me to make sure the project meets the Zoning Code. There is nothing worse than to start your project only to learn that the project does not comply with the Zoning Code. We all want to keep Clear Lake the greatest place to live.

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Message from the Marshal - - - BE NOSY! OBSERVE! REPORT!

Our Marshal & Deputy Marshals advise town residents and property owners to give your cottage a “lived in” look. You can do this by installing timers on interior lights in various rooms and having a neighbor check your cottage periodically. Also, it is a good idea to remove mailboxes and newspaper holders rather than placing tape on them to prevent papers and advertisement flyers from accumulating. The tape and/or accumulated papers shout “No One’s Home”!

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Please be sure to update your owner information if you have moved or changed any other important information. You may use our Owner Information Link to make any changes that are necessary. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Thank you for your cooperation.

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