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 7:30 PM in the Masonic Hall meeting room.

Current Membership:

1. Paul Thomas, Chairperson
   Term:  1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   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. Jim Metcalfe
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2032
4. Alex Ferrini
   Term: 5/16/2025 to 12/31/2031
5. Tom Bonanno
   Term: 4/12/2022 to 12/31/2027
6. Gerry Thorpe
   Term:  1/10/22 to 12/31/2029
7. Vacant
                               to 12/31/2028

• Arlene Campbell, Board Clerk
• Jeff Newman, Zoning Administrator
• Pete Setaro, Rennia Engineering 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: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   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. Daniel Vonderbrink
   Term: 2/15/2024 to 12/31/2026
5. Ron Mustello
   Term: 2/11/2025 to 12/31/2031
6. Frank McMahon         
   Term:   5/19/2022 to 12/31/2028
7. vacant
   Term: 9/8/2026 to 12/31/2032

• Arlene Campbell, Board Clerk
• Jeff Newman, Zoning Administrator
• 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

Members: All one year terms beginning January 1, 2026

1. Carol Mackin, Chairperson
   1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   Contact: townclerk@clintondcny.gov
2. Dan Harkenrider, Recreation Director
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   Contact: dan@clintondcny.gov
3. Joe Beahan
4. Cindy Beahan
   
5. Ray Oberly
6. Don Herr
7. Melissa Karchmer
8. Susan deHaan
9. Bob Simon
10. Jeannie Maresca
11. Christopher Maresca
12. Dan McRitchie

• Charlie Dykas, 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: 10/1/2024 to 9/30/2029
5. Michael Maloney
   Term: 12/8/2025 to 9/30/2030

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: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   Member Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2027
   Contact: cac@clintondcny.gov
2.  Nick Sacerdote
   Term:  1/1/2026 to 12/31/2027
3. Michael Hurd
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2027
4. Jean McAvoy
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
5. Margaret Pierpont
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
6. Lynne Morrell
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
7. Joe Phelan
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
8.  Jenn Brown
   Term: 1/1/24-12/31/2025
9. vacant
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2027

• Katherine Mustello, Town Board Liaison

Climate Smart Community (CSC) 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:

Joe Phelan, Chairperson: csc@clintondcny.gov

Term: January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027: 

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

Term: January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026:  

1. Jean McAvoy, CAC Member
2. Richard Marshall
3. Ken Pickett
4. Jim Metcalfe
5. Melissa Karchmer
6. Stan Orser

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 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
   Member Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2027
   Contact: twistedoaks@optonline.net
2. Lynn Tompkins
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2027
3. Judy Malstrom
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2028
4. Lisa Klar
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2028
5. Nancy Couse
   Term: 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2027

• 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@clintondcny.gov
2. Lori Brands
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026
3. Lynn Tompkins
   Term: 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026

• Carol Mackin, Deputy Custodian

Hometown Heroes Committee

The Town of Clinton is proud to announce we have a the “Hometown Heroes Banner Program”, a tribute to the Town’s military veterans who have served or are currently serving honorably in the United States Armed Forces.

Hometown Heroes Committee: Term 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026

1. Charles Dykas – Committee Chair
2. Ray Oberly
3. Howard Leroy
4. William Gannon
5. Cathy Gallinger
6. Dan McRitchie

Comprehensive Plan Committee

The Town board established an ad hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee effective January 7, 2026 comprised of 10 members to include five members of the public, two Town Board representatives and one representative each of the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals and the CAC. The comprehensive Plan Committee will also be advised by a representative from Nelson, Pope & Voorhis LLC as a Planner.  The committee is charged with:

• Developing and prioritizing short-term, mid-term and long-term initiatives from the Comprehensive Plan.
• Establishing subcommittees as necessary to focus on specific plan elements.
• Coordinating with Town departments, board, committees/commissions and community stakeholders to ensure alignment with zoning updates.
• Fostering public engagement and transparency including public workshops, forums and updates on progress.

The Comprehensive Plan Committee will present a draft Comprehensive Plan to the Town Board by February 1, 2028 at which time the Committee will dissolve.

The Comprehensive Plan committee meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month in Town Hall or other designated room on campus at 7 PM.

Members:

1. Eliot Werner, Town Board
2. Katherine Mustello, Town Board
3. Alex Ferini, Planning Board
4. Charles Canham, ZBA
5. Michael Hurd, CAC
6. Roger Hof
7. Katerina Maxianova
8. CJ Wyant
9. Maggie Schimmelfennig 
10. Michael Palumbo