In a release, the State University of New York Polytechnic Institute argued the area of McKownville has already been infiltrated by non-residential uses, but its authors did not respond to calls or emails.

_{George Pratt, Altamont}

_{Simon Litten, retired research scientist, Department of Environmental Conservation, Altamont}

_{Gail Severson Cowan Wariner, Park City, Utah}

About 15 residents gave impassioned speeches, all of them opposed to the plan for a larger lot for the gas station and convenience store.

_{Kristin Casey, Altamont}

Why was the zoning for a property targeted by a proposal for Stewart's Shops changed from light commercial to residential by the comprehensive plan?

 The village board is set to make a decision on the application at the public hearing scheduled for Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at the village hall.

_{Robert M. Rabbin, Altamont}

_{Ed Cowley III, Altamont}