Alexandria Bay Village Explores Dissolution into Town of Alexandria
The village of Alexandria Bay, New York, is actively investigating the possibility of dissolving its municipal government and merging with the larger town of Alexandria. This inquiry was initiated after a neighboring village successfully underwent a similar dissolution. Alexandria Bay village trustee Sandra Caputo noted that the idea has been a topic of public discussion for years, driven by concerns such as potential double taxation for residents and a shrinking pool of individuals willing to serve in local office. The village board is considering applying for a dissolution grant to fund a study that would analyze the pros and cons of such a consolidation, with the study estimated to cost between $40,000 and $50,000 through the Development Authority of the North Country.
