Town of Webb swears in officials, sets 2026 meeting schedule

The Town of Webb held an organizational meeting in which newly elected and reappointed officials were sworn in and the board set its regular meeting schedule for 2026. The swearing-in began with Don Swinesburg taking the oath: "I do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of New York and that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the town clerk of the town of Webb," after which applause followed.

The board's leader said the session was purely organizational and confirmed two standing dates: an audit-of-claims meeting on Monday, Jan. 5, and a regular meeting on the first Tuesday that follows (the board also designated the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. as its regular meeting night). The board approved the meeting-night designation by motion and voice vote. The meeting also opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Why it matters: Organizational meetings establish the town's governance rhythm and official assignments for the coming year, clarifying when residents can expect hearings, regular business, and audits. The board emphasized that routine public business will resume at the board's regular meetings in January.

What happened next: The meeting proceeded through an agenda of administrative resolutions — including designations for official depositories and the town newspaper, appointments of department heads, and adoption of personnel policies — and adjourned with committee and staff appointments for 2026.