December 19, 2023
HORNELL, NY – In a move to block a cannabis manufacturer from coming to the Former newspaper building, the Hornell Common Council voted Monday night, to approve a zoning change so that cannabis production companies are not allowed in the zone where the old newspaper building is located. According to Alderman Joe McKay, that’s because that location, it’s just too close to the Intermediate School. However it will be allowed in the South Yards area. In other zoning news for Hornell, tattoo businesses will be allowed in the B1 district (Main and Broadway).
In other Hornell news, Ed Flaitz was reappointed to the Hornell IDA. Also Tony Aini left the Board of Assessment Review and is being replaced by Adam Klinges. Also Mayor Buckley publicly thanked Alderman Mike Morey And Alderwoman Melissa Ponticello for their service on the council. Both are leaving the council. The mayor also welcomed new council members Steve Peck And Dave Sutfin Who will be sworn in in January.
