The Plattsburgh Common Council held its Organizational Meeting on January 2, 2025, addressing key personnel matters and electing new leadership positions. The meeting began with a work session focused on salary discussions, which prompted a motion to enter an executive session to address personnel and employment matters. The council unanimously agreed to this motion, indicating the importance of the topics at hand.

During the executive session, the council discussed potential compensation adjustments for city managers, with plans to present a resolution in the following week. The adjustments are expected to be retroactive to January 1, 2025, reflecting the council's commitment to addressing these personnel issues promptly.

Following the executive session, the council reconvened for the formal Organizational Meeting. Mayor Hughes called the meeting to order and conducted roll call, confirming the presence of all council members. The council proceeded to nominate and elect Councilor Bohn as Mayor Pro Tem, with unanimous support from the members. Additionally, Councilor Killeen was nominated and elected as the Clerk of the Common Council, also receiving unanimous approval.

The meeting concluded with discussions on various appointments, including the position of Fair Housing Officer, indicating the council's ongoing efforts to address community needs and governance. Overall, the meeting highlighted the council's focus on leadership roles and personnel matters, setting the stage for the upcoming year in Plattsburgh.