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What We Know — and Don't Know — About the 2442 Old Route 14A Proposal

January 15, 2026 8 min read 4 source documents

A comprehensive analysis of the proposed annexation of approximately 72 acres at 2442 Old Route 14A—the former McFetridge farm—for large-scale residential development. This briefing examines the available public documents, identifies what has been disclosed, and catalogs the outstanding questions that remain unanswered.

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SEQRA December 28, 2025

What a SEQRA Review Is Supposed to Include

The State Environmental Quality Review Act requires specific steps before major development approvals. Here's what those steps are and how to verify they've been completed.

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