Volunteer Boards

Planning Board (PB)

The Planning Board is responsible for guiding development of land and growth within the Town of Clinton in accordance with Zoning Law and its amendments, and the subdivision regulations. The Planning Board reviews and approves development in the Town of Clinton.

Composed of 7 members – seven year staggered terms. Of the seven members, one chairperson for a one year term chosen by the Town Board.

The Planning Board meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 PM in the Masonic Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:

  1. Paul Thomas, Chairperson
    Term:  1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Member Term 1/1/2020 to 12/31/2026
    Contact: Pgthom58@gmail.com
  2. Jack Auspitz
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2030
  3. Gerald Dolan 
    Term: 1/1/2019 to 12/31/2025
  4. Alex Ferrini
    Term: 5/16/2022 to 12/31/2024
  5. Tom Bonanno
    Term: 4/12/2022 to 12/31/2027 (replaced Kat Maxianova)
  6.  Gerry Thorpe
    Term:  1/10/22 to 12/31/2029
  7. Justin Carroll
    Term: 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2028
  • Arlene Campbell, Board Clerk
  • Jeff Newman, Municipal Code Enforcement Inspector
  • Pete Setaro, Morris Associates, Town Engineer
  • Shane Egan, Town Attorney
  • Katherine Mustello, Town Board Liaison

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals hears appeals, evaluates requests for interpretations of the Zoning Law, and approves or denies area and use variances. The ZBA is designed to offer relief from the strict interpretation of the Zoning Law.

Composed of 7 members – seven year staggered terms. Of the seven members, one chairperson for a one year term chosen by the Town Board.

The ZBA meets the fourth Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM in the Masonic Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:

  1. Joseph Malcarne, Chairperson
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Member Term : 1/1/2024-12/31/2030
    Contact: jmalcarne@optonline.net
  2. John Calogero
    Term: 1/1/2021 to 12/31/2027
  3. Charles Canham
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2029
  4. Norma Dolan
    Term: 1/1/2020 to 12/31/2026
  5. Ron Mustello
    Term: 2/11/2020 to 12/31/2024
  6. Frank McMahon         
    Term:   5/19/2022 to 12/31/2028
  7. Russ Tompkins
    Term: 9/8/2020 to 12/31/2025
  • Arlene Campbell, Board Clerk
  • Jeff Newman, Municipal Code Enforcement Inspector
  • Shane Egan, Town Attorney
  • Katherine Mustello, Town Board Liaison

Recreation Committee (Rec Comm)

The Recreation Committee creates recreational opportunities for Townspeople by developing services and programs to offer to our citizens.

Composed of an open number of residents for one year terms. The Chairperson is appointed by the Town Board.

The Recreation Committee meets on the last Monday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:
Assistant Recreation Director: Dawn Harkenrider

  1. Carol Mackin, Chairperson
    1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Contact: townclerk@townofclinton.com
  2. Dan Harkenrider, Recreation Director
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Contact: dan@townofclinton.com
  3. Joe Beahan
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  4. Cindy Beahan
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  5. Daniel Beahan
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  6. Samantha Campbell
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  7. Brandon Campbell
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  8. Ray Oberly
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  9. Don Herr
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  10. Bill Dickett
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  11. Melissa Karchmer
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  12. Alyssa Kogon
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  13. Stacey Demar
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  14. Susan deHaan
    Term:1/10/2024 to 12/31/2024
  15. Bob Simon
    Term:1/10/2024 to 12/31/2024
  16. Jeannie Maresca
    Term:2/14/2024 to 12/31/2024
  17. Christopher Maresca
    Term:2/14/2024- 12/31/2024
  • Eliot Werner, Town Board Liaison

Board of Assessment Review (BAR)

The Board of Assessment Review (BAR) is a five member board that hears the annual assessment grievances in May of each year.

Current Membership:

  1. Steve Diehl
    Term: 10/1/2021 to 9/30/2026
  2. Adam Carroll
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 9/30/2027
  3. Mary Jo Nickerson
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 9/30/2028
  4. Patrick O’ Hara
    Term: 1/9/19 to 9/30/2024
  5. Susan Michael
    Term: 10/1/2020 to 9/30/2025

Conservation Advisory Council (CAC)

The members of the CAC advise the Town Board, planning boards, and zoning boards of appeals on matters related to the environment. By providing a scientific perspective on land-use planning and decision-making, CAC members contribute to the conservation and improvement of the local environment and quality of life for residents.

Composed of 3 to 9 residents. Staggered terms, even number of two-year terms, the others one-year terms. Of the members, one chairperson for a one-year term, appointed by the Town Board.

The CAC meets the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 PM in the Masonic Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:

  1. Barbara Mansell, Chairperson
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Member Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024
    Contact: cac@townofclinton.com
  2.  Mady Goldstein 
    Term:  1/1/2024 to 12/31/2025
  3. Alice Bacon
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2025
  4. Jean McAvoy
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024
  5. Margaret Pierpont
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024
  6. Lynne Morrell
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024
  7. Joe Phelan
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024
  8.  Jenn Brown
    Term: 1/1/24-12/31/2025
  9. Deborah Valchar
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2025
  • Katherine Mustello, Town Board Liaison

Climate Smart Task Force

This ad hoc committee of the CAC is created by Resolution 29 of 2018.  The Climate Smart Community Task Force consists of a local government official, local government staff members, residents, and other stakeholders to assist in developing a strategy and work plan for establishing a baseline for the town’s current emissions, for recommending reduction targets, for identifying new strategies for reductions and energy efficiency, and for recommending ways in which these strategies can be incorporated into the town’s economic development and planning efforts.

Composed of an open number of members with staggered two year terms.

The Task Force meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 PM in the Masonic Hall meeting room.

Current membership:

Term: January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2025: 

  1. Joseph Phelan, Chair, Member of CAC
  2. Charles Canham, ZBA
  3. Vacant 
  4. Todd Martin, Highway Superintendent

Term: January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024:  

  1. Jean McAvoy, CAC Member
  2. Richard Marshall
  3. Paul Ruud
  4. Leslie Power
  5. Melissa Karchmer
  6. Jack Persley

Scenic & Historic Roads Advisory Committee (SHRAC)

The Scenic and Historic Roads Advisory Committee (SHRAC) provides advice and assistance on Scenic and Historic Roads to the Town Board, reviews development proposals along Scenic and Historic Roads, consults with the Superintendent of Highways periodically to review work plans, and periodically inspects designated Scenic and Historic Roads to ensure that scenic features are being maintained.

Composed of 5 to 7 members for staggered three-year terms. Two members’ terms will expire simultaneously, every year except for the one odd numbered member. Of the members, one chairperson for a one year term chosen by the Town Board.

SHRAC meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 PM in the Town Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:

  1. Rick McGlauflin, Chairperson
    Term 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
    Member Term: 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2024
    Contact: twistedoaks@optonline.net
  2. Lynn Tompkins
    Term: 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2024
  3. Judy Malstrom
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2025
  4. Lisa Klar
    Term: 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2025
  5. Nancy Couse
    Term: 2/8/22 to 12/31/2024
  • Eliot Werner, Town Board Liaison

Cemetery Committee

The Town Board shall designate a committee of at least three volunteers, one of whom shall be the Cemetery Custodian, to assist the Cemetery Custodian in the performance of his or her duties and the administration of the Cemetery Rules and Regulations, all with one year terms.

Find the Cemetery Rules and Regulations here: 2022 CEMETERY RULES & REGULATIONS.

Current Membership:

  1. Eliot Werner, Custodian (Deputy Town Supervisor)
    Contact: deputysupervisor@townofclinton.com
  2. Lori Brands
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  3. Patrick O’Hara
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  4. Lynn Tompkins
    Term: 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
  • Carol Mackin, Deputy Custodian
Volunteer Boards Notes

Notice of need for members on the following boards:

Planning Board: 0 vacancy
Zoning Board of Appeals: 0 vacancy
Recreation Committee: Open ended membership, please contact Dan Harkenrider if interested in joining.
Board of Assessment Review: 0 vacancy
Conservation Advisory Council: 0 vacancies
Scenic & Historic Roads Advisory Committee: 0
 vacancies
Cemetery Committee: 0 vacancies