Salem Town Board approves sidewalk repair grant; food pantry faces relocation
Salem Town Board approves TAP grant for sidewalk work as food pantry faces relocation. The board unanimously approved Resolution 15 authorizing Supervisor Evera Sue Clary to advance the TAP Design and Construction Grant for sidewalk repair on Main Street between the Auto parts store and the former
misc · Meeting of January 14, 2026
NY SALEM — Salem Town Board approves TAP grant for sidewalk work as food pantry faces relocation. The board unanimously approved Resolution 15 authorizing Supervisor Evera Sue Clary to advance the TAP Design and Construction Grant for sidewalk repair on Main Street between the Auto parts store and the former Tavern, with all five members supporting the motion. Assessor Bobbi Stone also secured unanimous approval for Resolutions 16 and 17, enabling electronic filing of property tax exemptions and Grievance Day forms.
Food Pantry Director Melissa Curtis reported the operation must relocate by June 15, 2026, after 15 years at its current location behind St. Paul's Church.
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Source: the misc meeting of January 14, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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