The Town of Malta is very fortunate to have a group of citizens who give of their precious free time to attend meetings and participate in the activities of all the committees necessary to run a town of Malta's size.  From planning the future growth of our Town to remembering and preserving the past history, to saving and preserving life and property, our citizen volunteers are at the ready. Below you will find listed the committees and a few organizations that support our Town.

Please if one or more of these committees sound interesting to you, attend a meeting, or contact the person noted to find out more information.   

American Disabilities Committee
Malta Trails Committee
Planning and Zoning Review Committee
Malta Planning Board
Zoning Board of Appeals
Emergency Preparedness Committee
Malta Youth Commission
Historic Preservation Commission
Stormwater Management Committee
Veteran's Committee
Open Space Preservation Advisory Committee
Round Lake Fire Department
Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
Malta Ambulance Corps
  LFTC – Community Response Board
Board of Assessment Review
Ethics Committee
Community Day Comittee
Education Task Force
Fire Protection Committee
Field Development Committee
Service Award Committee
Visual Mitigation Committee
Union Contract Committee


 

American Disabilities Committee

The mission of Malta’s Americans With Disability Act (ADA) Committee is to ensure town compliance with federal ADA laws and regulations.  The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.  It ensures that the disabled have equal opportunity for employment, governmental services, public accommodations, commercial facilities, telephone services and transportation.

CHAIRPERSON – Tim Murphy

MEMBERS – Robert Gizzi, Peter Balet, Susan Otis, Bob Lavery, Jon Ferguson, Flo Sickels, Audrey Ball                                                       

Malta Trails Committee

Malta Trails Committee is dedicated to the development of a first class trail system to promote the health and safety of residents and visitors alike.

The goal of the Committee is to implement an extensive system of on and off road recreation and transportation trails by planning connections to neighborhoods and destination points in the Town, and connecting to the County and State trail system.

 The mission of the Trails Committee is as follows: 

•  To develop, maintain, market and plan a safe network of pathways and trails in the Town of Malta  

• To provide year round, safe, environmentally friendly, recreational on-road and off-road trails for pedestrians, cyclists, and equestrian as well as a variety of other uses. 

• To promote forest and wildlife oriented trails within the Town for the enjoyment of residents and visitors.  

• Create a master plan of interconnected trails, pathways, sidewalks and bike routes that will meet the near and long term goals of the community. 

• To educate residents and visitors on safe highway use and crossings, especially crossings through the roundabouts. 

• Attend meetings and coordinate planning with the Mid-County Trails Committee and the Friends of the Kayaderosseras.

                    Co- CHAIRPERSONS – John Rudick, Maggi Ruisi 

                        MEMBERS –  Ron Uhrich, Rob Roy, Jim Todt, David Plante, Bill Galvin, Jay Holick, 
                                             Robert Conner

Planning and Zoning Review Committee

Malta has always prided itself on the continued efforts to support advanced planning.  The mission of the Planning and Zoning Review Committee is to conduct studies, perform research and make recommendations to the Town Board for updating the Town of Malta Master Plan, Town Code and local laws related to planning and zoning. The Committee may evaluate planning tools and oversee planning initiatives.

             CHAIRMAN –Peter Klotz

             SECRETARY- Phyllis Mullany

             MEMBERS – Glenn Rockwood, Dave Savage, Carol Henry,

            Kyle Kordich, Roger Laime, Paul Martin, Patti Heidelmark, Lynda Bablin

            Adivsors: Anthony Tozzi-Dir.of Planning, Karen Heggen - Attorney

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Emergency Preparedness Committee:

The mission of the Emergency Preparedness Committee is to assist in preventing, mitigating, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters.

Dealing with disasters and potential hazards is an ongoing and complex undertaking.  Through implementation of risk reduction measures before a disaster or emergency occurs, timely and effective response during an actual occurrence, and provision for both short and long term recovery assistance after the occurrence of the disaster, lives can be saved and property damage minimized. 

Community involvement, public education and public awareness are critical components of Malta’s emergency preparedness and planning.  Malta’s Emergency Preparedness Committee provides a mechanism for community involvement. 

 Co-CHAIRPERSONs – Kathy Barton, Helen Endres

 COORDINATOR – Kevin King

 MEMBERS –  , Paul Parker,  Peter Klotz, Gerard Lewandowski, Allen Ayers, Brian Taft, Pete Shaw, Arlene Schmidt, Kathleen Kimball, John Viola, John Neeley, Charles Weintraub, Stacey Fecura, Mike Williams, Fred Lee, Dominick Refino, Amanda Gonzales, Frank Mazza, Steve Barton 

 Adivisor: Roger Crandall - Hwy Supt., Audrey Ball - Dir. Human Services

 

                        CO-CHAIRPERSONS – Cynthia Young, Barbara Floryshak

                        Secretary:  vacant

                        MEMBERS – Barbara Mazurak- Director, Gerald Winters, Lynn Mayack,

                        Melissa DuBois, Diane Lange, Kathy Eitzmann

Historic Preservation Review Commission:

The Historic Preservation Review Commission is entrusted with the perpetual protection and enhancement of historic landmarks and other cultural elements which are indigenous to the Town’s rich, diverse, architecturally unique location and heritage.  Guided by the tenets established in its Charter Ordinance of November 1989, the HPRC steadfastly pursues those guidelines with the goal of “Preserving our Past for the Future”.

                        CHAIRPERSON – Stephen Rutkey
                 
                        Secretary- Nancy Fodera

                        MEMBERS – Joanne Bosley, Kathy Eitzmann, Claire Murphy,Brian Nobile, Maggi Ruisi, Joyce Soltis, Anne Arnold Clothier

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Stormwater Management Committee:

In 2002 the U.S. Enviromantal Protection Agency released new regulations aimed at preserving water quality. In response, the Town appointed a Stormwater Management Committee to handle Phase II of the Federal Stormwater regulations. The goal of the committee is to understand the regulation changes, develope a working relationship with government agencies and neighboring municiipalities, and to inform the residents of Malta about the Town's Stormwater Management Plan and the necessary rules and regulation that are enforced by the EPA, DEC, and the Town.


                       CHAIRPERSON -  John Zepko

                       MEMBERS - John Gay, Glenn Rockwood, Roger Crandall, Ray Liuzzo, John Viola, Tara Thomas, Audrey Ball

Veteran’s Committee: 

This Committee is dedicated to supporting veterans residing in Malta and to raising public awareness of the sacrifices these brave men and women have made for their Country.  The committee is involved with organizing dedication ceremonies and events in honor of veterans, and helps to raise funds for veteran’s memorials.  Committee members place American flags at the center of Malta’s “Downtown” area on Route 9, Dunning St. and Route 67 each spring and remove them in the fall.

                        CHAIRPERSON – Paul Fanning

                                    MEMBERS – Dave Wallingford, William Shaw, John Viola,

                        Vic Isca, Bernard Traver

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Open Space Preservation Committee:

The mission of the Open Space Committee is to conserve and preserve open space through proper planning, the purchase of development rights, outright land acquisition or by other appropriate means.  

This includes the following:


           Promoting and protecting agriculture

           Portecting natural and historic resources

           Preserving trees, vegetation, rock outcroppings, mature woodlands, stream corridors, and wildlife habitat.

           Expanding active and passive recreation opportunities

           Providingand enhancing linkages to existing and future open space and recreational resources.

           Linking wildlife corridors and trrail systems.

           Evaluating policies to implement the Agriculture Plan defined in the  "Agriculture Enhancement Strategy" 
           November 2009 prepared by the LA Group.

This committee may cary out its mission through public education and outreach, meetings with landowners, reviewing amnd commneting on projects proposed for consideration within the Town, and through the study, developement and the recommendation of land conversation and agriculture enhancement programs the protect the quality of life of our residents and the Town's community character.


CHAIRPERSON - Fred Larson

MEMBERS - Edward Caro, Richard Loewenstein, Carol Henry, Kate Bailey, Mary Pellerin, David Haight, Mary Evans

COORDINATOR -  Caleb Stratton-planner, Audrey Ball-Dir. Parks & Rec., Anthony Tozzi - Dir. Planning

Round Lake Fire Department:

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The Round Lake Volunteer Fire Department provides professional fire and emergency services with a highly motivated team through planning and training, remaining always vigilant in maintaining a safe environment for its members and customers in the protection of life and property.To learn more about the Round Lake Fire Department and its members visit their web page at www.roundlakefdny.com

Malta Ambulance Corps: 


The Malta Ambulance Corp is committed to being a leader in emergency medical service and to provide our community excellance in pre-hospital care.

Contact:             President, Chris Clark 885-3033

For more information about the Malta Ambulance Corps visit their web site at http://www.maltaems.org  



Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company:

Volunteers of the Malta Ridge Fire Company are dedicated individuals who commit to rigorous training and education in order to respond to fire and rescue related emergencies in a quick, accurate and professional manner. 

Contact:  Chief, Peter Shaw – 584-6155

Additional information about this volunteer organization is available at www.maltaridgefire.com 

Service Awards Committee:


LFTC – Community Response Board:

As provided in Section W(4) of the Luther Forest Technology Campus Planned Development District #46, adopted on May 15, 2004, the Town Board will form a Luther Forest Technology Campus Community Response Board (CRB) to address quality of life issues related to the Campus.

The CRB may meet with AMD, LFTC, the Town and others as needed to seek information, review reports and communicate concerns.  The CRB shall advise the Town Board on issues related to the campus.  All CRB meetings shall be public.

Membership: The Chair of the CRB and 10 additional members shall be appointed annually by the Town Board for a term expiring December 31 of each year.  The Town Board shall provide a Secretary and a Facilitator to the CRB.

CHAIRPERSON – Carol Henry

 MEMBERS – Paul Loomis, Pete Shaw, Chris Clark, Phil Dobie, Donna Gizzi, Ann Klotz, Patty Heidelmark, Roy Muermann, Brian Stekloff, Pat Gratton,  John Hartzell

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Board of Assessment Review:

Chairperson – Stephen Tokos

Members – Joseph Mirro, William Shaw, Kevin Cronin, Cynthia Young

Ethics Committee:

Members – Greg Burdick, Mike MacLellan, Mary Law Powell, Keith Stewart, Dave Stiles, Jeff Stratton, Rick Weiss

Community Day Committee:

Chairperson – Barbara Mazurak

Members – Joanne Bosley, Kathy Eitzmann, Lynn Mayack, Phyllis Mullany, Amanda Hahn

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Education Task Force:


Chairperson – Maggi Ruisi

Members –  Dr. Donald Harris, David Wallingford, Patty Hiedelmark, Kathy Eitzmann, Sandy Debus 

Visual Mitigation Committee:

CHAIRPERSON:Anthony Tozzi - Dir. of Planning

MEMBERS -  Glenn Rockwood, Steve Rutkey, Kevin Cushing - Natl.Grid


Union Contract Negotiation Committee:

CHAIRPERSON- Thomas Peterson ESQ.

MEMBERS - Paul Sausville, John Hartzell, KevinKing, Roger Crandall

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Fire Protection Committee: 

CHAIRPERSON - Fred Sievers, Round Lake Fire Co. Pres.

MEMBERS: Tara Thomas - Town Board, Tom Bergin - Round Lake Village Board, Frank  Mazza - Round Lake Hose Co., Peter Shaw - Malta Ridge Fire Co. Chief, Rick Jennings - Malta Ridge Fire Co.Pres., Lynda Bablin - Malta Resident


Field Develpment Committee:

It is the goal of the Town of Malta to develop athletic fields that will serve as a resource for promoting physical fitness, sportsmanship, cooperation and respect through athletic programs.   To assist with this goal, the Board is forming the Malta Field Development Committee (FDC). The mission of the FDC is as follows. 

 1. Develop Plans For Athletic Fields – It is the mission of the FDC to recommend to the Town Board short term and long term plans for field sports (including baseball, softball, rugby and soccer).  

 
CHAIRPERSON - Don Slingerland

MEMBERS - Neal Hastey -Ballston Jr. Baseball, Jess Curiale - Ballston Jr. Baseball, Garry Preese - BARC     

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Youth Commission:
The Malta Youth Commission is a volunteer organization comprised of adults and youths to advise the Town on the planning of youth activities.  The Commission assists with programs, activities and events throughout the year for families and youths from 2 years old to 21 years old.