roundabout at Route 50 and Northline that’s coming in to accommodate the traffic,” Ostrander confirms. The Route 29 and Rollin intersection receives similar treatment, addressing congestion from airport traffic and residential growth. Fiber optic expansion brings multiple providers including Spectrum, Verizon, and First Light to the town. “There’s many other companies that are jumping on board now that are coming in, running their services through our town for more affordability for our residents,” Ostrander notes. Water and sewer infrastructure preparations position Milton for continued development. “We are in the process right now of reevaluating our entire sewer system, which ultimately will be turned over to the county,” Olenik explains. The town maintains adequate water supply through various sources, though the 1948 Kesselring Site for Naval Nuclear Propulsion continues to influence western Milton’s development patterns. “The old town garage will ultimately be taken down, and in our comprehensive plan, we’re looking at extending and building an addition to our town hall and our entire parks and trail system as well,” Olenik adds, outlining the scope of municipal facility upgrades planned through 2026. GETTING THE HOUSING EQUATION RIGHT A 508-unit mixed-use development across from the airport represents Milton’s largest residential project to date, sparking debate about growth management. Malta Development Company plans 19 buildings with apartments, retail spaces, and nearly 1,300 parking spaces. “He just purchased a piece of land in town center, which he’s putting up a 508-unit mixed-use residential commercial building that’s probably going to start here very shortly,” Ostrander explains. “It’s a three-phase project.” Community resistance emerged through Milton Citizens for Responsible Development, which organized town halls questioning the project’s impact on taxes and services. “The developer is going to be providing space and opportunities for 5 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07 MILTON, NY
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