Bovina Long-Time Board Members Honored - Lighting Issues Resolved

BOVINA - Two long-time Bovina Town Board members attended their final meeting on Dec. 9 after not seeking re-election in 2026. Supervisor Tina Molé honored Marni Greenberg and Evelyn Stewart-Barnhart with a plaque acknowledging their service.

“Thought that you both really brought unique and different experiences to the board that contributed to the success of running the town,” said Molé.

After 13 years of service, Greenberg noted, “I love our district.” She added that the board makes good decisions for the town.

“Marni, you have been a huge help with any questions I have had,” said Councilmember Jillienne LaFever, “You both have been a tremendous help.”

“I will certainly miss you,” Stewart-Barnhart, who served for 18 years, said of the council.

Molé welcomed incoming board members Mark Rossley and John Ciccone. The two will be sworn in at the organizational meeting scheduled Tuesday, Jan. 6th at 6 p.m.

In another discussion, Greenberg noted that the complaint regarding street lights pointing into a resident's home has been resolved. After believing a light shield might be needed, Greenberg, with some help, found the lights could be tilted down. NYSEG staff came to fix the issue. Greenberg then examined whether any other lights could be an issue and contacted two homeowners, both of whom reported that the light shone into their homes. With Greenberg set to retire from her position, Molé will contact NYSEG to arrange repairs to those lights.

There are some remaining funds in the O’Connor grant for the playground. The council has until 2027 to utilize those funds.

Greenberg reported that Brian Mountford asked questions about the purchase of the cremery building in Bovina Center. Mountford was asked about certain plans for the property, and, if he were to purchase the land, whether they would likely be permitted, she explained.

Molé reported that Mountford also met with Code Enforcement Officer Dale Downin to ask similar questions.