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36 agenda items · 27 motions · 6 substantive · 5 formal resolutions
Agenda (36 items)
Order reflects how the Board actually took items up at the meeting (which sometimes differs from the posted agenda — e.g. items brought forward when a guest is present).
#1Pledge of Allegiance
Opening pledge of allegiance.
Action
Expected: info_only
Opening pledge of allegiance.
#2Supervisor's Report
Accept the Supervisor's report dated December 31, 2012, with opening balance $2,378,184.88, receipts $226,293.35, disbursements $554,884.04, and closing balance $2,049,594.19, along with appropriate budget adjustments.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the Supervisor's report dated December 31, 2012, with opening balance $2,378,184.88, receipts $226,293.35, disbursements $554,884.04, and closing balance $2,049,594.19, along with appropriate budget adjustments.
#3Town Clerk's Report
Accept the Town Clerk's report for January 1–31, 2013, documenting local shares remitted, state revenues, tax receipts totaling $1,401,422.71, and January voucher abstract #15688–15815 totaling $383,674.58 across multiple funds.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept the Town Clerk's report for January 1–31, 2013, documenting local shares remitted, state revenues, tax receipts totaling $1,401,422.71, and January voucher abstract #15688–15815 totaling $383,674.58 across multiple funds.
attached: Abstract
#4Announcements
Receive announcements regarding Association of Towns meeting, Jack Lewis gym dedication at Red Hook High School on February 13, relocation of February 27 Town Board meeting to Tivoli, Empire State carousel carving by Dick Franklin, and Old Dutch Village Garden Club contribution to St. Margaret's Home.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive announcements regarding Association of Towns meeting, Jack Lewis gym dedication at Red Hook High School on February 13, relocation of February 27 Town Board meeting to Tivoli, Empire State carousel carving by Dick Franklin, and Old Dutch Village Garden Club contribution to St. Margaret's Home.
#5Public Comment Period
Open public comment period.
Action
Expected: info_only
Open public comment period.
#6Final Report 2012 Budget – Deborah CoonInformational
Review the 2012 fund balance results (Ross Report) showing General A Fund up $56,000, General B Fund up $75,000, Highway DB Fund up $158,000, total fund balance exceeding $1 million for the first time since 2007, and retention of AA– credit rating from Standard & Poor's.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review the 2012 fund balance results (Ross Report) showing General A Fund up $56,000, General B Fund up $75,000, Highway DB Fund up $158,000, total fund balance exceeding $1 million for the first time since 2007, and retention of AA– credit rating from Standard & Poor's.
#7Energy Star Proposed Local Law AmendmentPolicy draft
Discuss proposed amendment to Energy Star local law in response to updated Energy Star Certification version 3; consider alternative approach using HERS rating index instead of full Energy Star Certification process.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discuss proposed amendment to Energy Star local law in response to updated Energy Star Certification version 3; consider alternative approach using HERS rating index instead of full Energy Star Certification process.
#8Town Lighting District DiscussionInformational
Discuss streetlight maintenance and funding across town-wide and consolidated lighting districts; address Echo Valley Road streetlights that were incorrectly classified and require reclassification to consolidated district.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discuss streetlight maintenance and funding across town-wide and consolidated lighting districts; address Echo Valley Road streetlights that were incorrectly classified and require reclassification to consolidated district.
#9Approve Association of Towns 2013 Annual Meeting (Amendments of Bylaws and Legislative Resolutions)Draft resolution
Approve the Association of Towns proposed amendments to bylaws and legislative resolutions.
Action
Expected: vote
Approve the Association of Towns proposed amendments to bylaws and legislative resolutions.
#10Approval of Bus Stop Sign and Shelter IMA with Dutchess County for LOOP signs and sheltersContract review
Review and approve Intermunicipal Agreement with Dutchess County for bus stop signs and shelters under the LOOP program; consider potential locations near Bard College main entrance, Routes 199 and 9G intersection, and Rokeby and Route 9 intersection.
Action
Expected: vote
Review and approve Intermunicipal Agreement with Dutchess County for bus stop signs and shelters under the LOOP program; consider potential locations near Bard College main entrance, Routes 199 and 9G intersection, and Rokeby and Route 9 intersection.
attached: Exhibit A – Dutchess County Bus Stop Sign and Shelter Program, Exhibit B
#11Support Sister Cities InternationalDraft resolution
Authorize the Supervisor to extend the Town's Sister Cities relationship to the Town of Kfar Tavor in Galilee, in addition to the existing relationship with the Town of Mas'ah in Palestine.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize the Supervisor to extend the Town's Sister Cities relationship to the Town of Kfar Tavor in Galilee, in addition to the existing relationship with the Town of Mas'ah in Palestine.
#12Authorizing the Town Board to Expend Highway FundsDraft resolution
Authorize expenditure of highway funds for specific road repair projects as explained by Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize expenditure of highway funds for specific road repair projects as explained by Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke.
#13Consent to Red Hook Planning Board to serve as Lead AgencyDraft resolution
Consent to the Red Hook Planning Board serving as Lead Agency for the Hoffman Traditional Neighborhood Development subdivision and site plan applications under CEQR coordination.
Action
Expected: vote
Consent to the Red Hook Planning Board serving as Lead Agency for the Hoffman Traditional Neighborhood Development subdivision and site plan applications under CEQR coordination.
#14Greig Farm Proposed Music FestivalInformational
Discuss proposed music festival (The Big Up) at Greig Farm; consider conditional approval pending public hearing, Building Inspector review, and security assessment.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discuss proposed music festival (The Big Up) at Greig Farm; consider conditional approval pending public hearing, Building Inspector review, and security assessment.
#15Town of Red Hook Dog Park Local LawInformational
Receive update on dog park progress, including donated fencing and anticipated spring construction; discuss fee structure and fundraising committee formation.
Action
Expected: discussion
Receive update on dog park progress, including donated fencing and anticipated spring construction; discuss fee structure and fundraising committee formation.
#16Authorizing the Supervisor to Reapply (Together with the Village of Red Hook) for Shared Highway Services GrantDraft resolution
Authorize the Supervisor to reapply jointly with the Village of Red Hook for the Shared Highway Services Grant to NYS Department of State.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize the Supervisor to reapply jointly with the Village of Red Hook for the Shared Highway Services Grant to NYS Department of State.
#17Reorganization – Agriculture & Open Space Committee
Reappoint Michael Grady Robertson, Maryann Johnson, and Peter Hubbell to the Agriculture & Open Space Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; appoint Peter Hubbell and Norman Greig as Co-Chairs for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Michael Grady Robertson, Maryann Johnson, and Peter Hubbell to the Agriculture & Open Space Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; appoint Peter Hubbell and Norman Greig as Co-Chairs for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
#18Reorganization – CPF/PDR Advisory Committee
Reappoint Peter Hubbell and John Hardeman to the CPF/PDR Advisory Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2015; reappoint Susan Ezrati and Maryann Johnson as Co-Chairs for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Peter Hubbell and John Hardeman to the CPF/PDR Advisory Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2015; reappoint Susan Ezrati and Maryann Johnson as Co-Chairs for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
#19Reorganization – Conservation Advisory Council
Reappoint Susan Ellis, Jane Ferguson, Ann Rubin, and Ross Gould to the Conservation Advisory Council for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Laurie Husted as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Susan Ellis, Jane Ferguson, Ann Rubin, and Ross Gould to the Conservation Advisory Council for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Laurie Husted as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#20Reorganization – Disaster Preparedness Committee
Reappoint Tim Muldoon, Richard Franklin, Vincent Coluccio, Eleanor Troy, Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke, Perry Sheldon, Chuck Simmons, Pete Coon, Tom Crisci, and Patrick Hildenbrand to the Disaster Preparedness Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Tim Muldoon as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Tim Muldoon, Richard Franklin, Vincent Coluccio, Eleanor Troy, Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke, Perry Sheldon, Chuck Simmons, Pete Coon, Tom Crisci, and Patrick Hildenbrand to the Disaster Preparedness Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Tim Muldoon as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#21Reorganization – Economic Development Committee
Reappoint Beth Jones, Dan Budd, Todd Baright, Laura Pensiero, and George Verrilli to the Economic Development Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Chris Klose as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Beth Jones, Dan Budd, Todd Baright, Laura Pensiero, and George Verrilli to the Economic Development Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Chris Klose as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#22Reorganization – Ethics Board
Reappoint Gail Nussbaum to the Ethics Board for a term expiring December 31, 2017; reappoint Fred Cartier as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Gail Nussbaum to the Ethics Board for a term expiring December 31, 2017; reappoint Fred Cartier as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#23Reorganization – Greenway & Trails Committee
Reappoint Rose Ann Fritz Koffler, John Kuhn, and Doug Strawinski to the Greenway & Trails Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; appoint Howie Callies as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Rose Ann Fritz Koffler, John Kuhn, and Doug Strawinski to the Greenway & Trails Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; appoint Howie Callies as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#24Reorganization – IT Committee
Reappoint Steve Cole, Claire Horst, and Deborah Coon to the IT Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Wayne Hildenbrand as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013; appoint Assessor Scott Hobson, Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke, and Jeanette Walter as consultants.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Steve Cole, Claire Horst, and Deborah Coon to the IT Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014; reappoint Wayne Hildenbrand as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013; appoint Assessor Scott Hobson, Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke, and Jeanette Walter as consultants.
#25Reorganization – Intermunicipal Shared Services Task Force
Reappoint Harry Colgan, Sue Crane, Brent Kovalchik, Bryan Cranna, and Linda Gonnella to the Intermunicipal Shared Services Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Harry Colgan, Sue Crane, Brent Kovalchik, Bryan Cranna, and Linda Gonnella to the Intermunicipal Shared Services Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
#26Reorganization – Intermunicipal Task Force
Appoint Tim Lynch from Tivoli ZBA and Robert McKeon as members of the Intermunicipal Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Tim Lynch from Tivoli ZBA and Robert McKeon as members of the Intermunicipal Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
#27Reorganization – Planning Board
Reappoint Christine Kane as Chair of the Planning Board for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Christine Kane for a term expiring December 31, 2019; reappoint Michelle Turck for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Christine Kane as Chair of the Planning Board for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Christine Kane for a term expiring December 31, 2019; reappoint Michelle Turck for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#28Reorganization – Recreation Commission
Reappoint Doug Strawinski as Chair of the Recreation Commission for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Doug Strawinski, Barbara Fiore, and Shannon Miller for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Doug Strawinski as Chair of the Recreation Commission for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Doug Strawinski, Barbara Fiore, and Shannon Miller for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
#29Reorganization – St. Margaret's Committee
Appoint Rosemarie Zengen as Part Time Secretary to the St. Margaret's Committee.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Rosemarie Zengen as Part Time Secretary to the St. Margaret's Committee.
#30Reorganization – Senior Services Committee
Reappoint Andrew Kehr as Chair of the Senior Services Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Andrew Kehr, Rose Rider, Nick Lacourte, and Dick Franklin for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Andrew Kehr as Chair of the Senior Services Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2013; reappoint Andrew Kehr, Rose Rider, Nick Lacourte, and Dick Franklin for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
#31Reorganization – Sister Cities Working Group
Reappoint Jill Lundquist, Jeff Levine, and Jen Huber to the Sister Cities Working Group for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Jill Lundquist, Jeff Levine, and Jen Huber to the Sister Cities Working Group for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
#32Reorganization – Zoning Board of Appeals
Reappoint Nick Annas as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Nick Annas as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
#33Public Comment Period
Open public comment period.
Action
Expected: info_only
Open public comment period.
#34Executive Session
Enter executive session to discuss contract negotiations.
Action
Expected: info_only
Enter executive session to discuss contract negotiations.
#35Accept Proposal from Board of Education and Authorize Intermunicipal AgreementProposed motion
Accept the proposal submitted by the President of the Board of Education and authorize approval of the Intermunicipal Agreement.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the proposal submitted by the President of the Board of Education and authorize approval of the Intermunicipal Agreement.
#36Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Adjourn the meeting.
What happened (27 motions)
passedvote: 4-0
Accept the Supervisor's report for the period ending December 31, 2012, as read with appropriate budget adjustments.
moved by O'Neill · seconded by Cagle
Approve the Association of Towns proposed amendments to the bylaws and legislative resolutions.
moved by Ross · seconded by O'Neill
Approve the resolution supporting Sister Cities International affiliation between Red Hook and the Israeli town of Kfar Tavor in Galilee.
moved by Ross · seconded by O'Neill
Authorize the Town Board to expend Highway Funds for road repair on specific roads.
moved by Crane · seconded by Cagle
Consent to the Red Hook Planning Board serving as Lead Agency for the Hoffman Traditional Neighborhood Development subdivision and site plan applications.
moved by O'Neill · seconded by Ross
Authorize the Supervisor to reapply together with the Village of Red Hook for a Shared Highway Services Grant from New York State Department of State.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Michael Grady Robertson, Maryann Johnson, and Peter Hubbell to the Agriculture & Open Space Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
moved by O'Neill · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Appoint Peter Hubbell and Norman Greig as Co-Chairs of the Agriculture & Open Space Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Ross · seconded by O'Neill
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Peter Hubbell and John Hardeman to the CPF/PDR Advisory Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2015 and Susan Ezrati and Maryann Johnson as Co-Chairs for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Susan Ellis, Jane Ferguson, Ann Rubin, and Ross Gould to the Conservation Advisory Council for terms expiring December 31, 2014 and Laurie Husted as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by O'Neill
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint members to the Disaster Preparedness Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014 and Tim Muldoon as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Cagle
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Beth Jones, Dan Budd, Todd Baright, Laura Pensiero, and George Verrilli to the Economic Development Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014 and Chris Klose as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by O'Neill
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Gail Nussbaum to the Ethics Board for a term expiring December 31, 2017 and Fred Cartier as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Cagle
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Rose Ann Fritz Koffler, John Kuhn, and Doug Strawinski to the Greenway & Trails Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014 and appoint Howie Callies as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Cagle · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Steve Cole, Claire Horst, and Deborah Coon to the IT Committee for terms expiring December 31, 2014, Wayne Hildenbrand as Chair for a term expiring December 31, 2013, and Assessor Scott Hobson, Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke, and Jeanette Walter as consultants.
moved by Crane · seconded by O'Neill
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Harry Colgan, Sue Crane, Brent Kovalchik, Bryan Cranna, and Linda Gonnella to the Intermunicipal Shared Services Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Appoint Tim Lynch from Tivoli ZBA and Robert McKeon as members of the Intermunicipal Task Force for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by O'Neill · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Christine Kane as Chair of the Planning Board with a term expiring December 31, 2013, reappoint Christine Kane for a term expiring December 31, 2019, and Michelle Turck for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Cagle · seconded by Crane
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Doug Strawinski as Chair of the Recreation Commission for a term expiring December 31, 2013, and reappoint Doug Strawinski, Barbara Fiore, and Shannon Miller for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
moved by Crane · seconded by Cagle
passedvote: 4-0
Appoint Rosemarie Zengen as Part Time Secretary to the St. Margaret's Committee.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Andrew Kehr as Chair of the Senior Services Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2013, and reappoint Andrew Kehr, Rose Rider, Nick Lacourte, and Dick Franklin for terms expiring December 31, 2014.
moved by Cagle · seconded by Crane
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Jill Lundquist, Jeff Levine, and Jen Huber to the Sister Cities Working Group for terms expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Reappoint Nick Annas as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring December 31, 2013.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: 4-0
Go into executive session at 10:45 p.m. regarding contract negotiations.
moved by Crane · seconded by Cagle
passedvote: 4-0
Close the executive session at 11:25 p.m.
moved by Cagle · seconded by O'Neill
passedoperationalvote: 4-0
Accept the proposal submitted by the President of the Board of Education with authority to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement.
moved by O'Neill · seconded by Cagle
passedvote: 4-0
Adjourn the meeting at 11:30 p.m.
moved by Cagle · seconded by Ross