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Agenda (33 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.
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Opening pledge of allegiance.
#2AnnouncementsInformational
Supervisor Crane provided foreclosure data for 2009–2011 across Red Hook municipalities, announced PILOT payments, NYS Assembly special election on March 20, and Home Energy Assistance program availability.
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Supervisor Crane provided foreclosure data for 2009–2011 across Red Hook municipalities, announced PILOT payments, NYS Assembly special election on March 20, and Home Energy Assistance program availability.
#3Announcements (Councilwoman Cagle)Informational
Announced upcoming Farmers Market in Village parking lot Saturdays June–September and tax exemption application deadline of March 1.
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Announced upcoming Farmers Market in Village parking lot Saturdays June–September and tax exemption application deadline of March 1.
#4Public Comment Period
Public comment on foreclosure data.
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Public comment on foreclosure data.
#5Motion to Approve Highway Garage Alarm System ProposalProposed motion
Authorize expenditure of $12,750 for security system (fire, smoke, and access control) for the new Highway Garage, with maintenance fee of $24.95 per month covering both systems.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize expenditure of $12,750 for security system (fire, smoke, and access control) for the new Highway Garage, with maintenance fee of $24.95 per month covering both systems.
attached: 209009, 209010
#6Term Easement Program Committee – Councilwoman CagleInformational
Councilwoman Cagle reported that the first meeting of the Term Easement Program Committee is planned for March 1 at 7:30 p.m.
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Councilwoman Cagle reported that the first meeting of the Term Easement Program Committee is planned for March 1 at 7:30 p.m.
#7Zoning Board of Appeals Discussion – Appointment of Tim RossProposed motion
Appoint Tim Ross to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire December 31, 2017.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Tim Ross to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire December 31, 2017.
#8Zoning Board of Appeals Discussion – Appointment of John DouglasProposed motion
Appoint John Douglas to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire December 31, 2018.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint John Douglas to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire December 31, 2018.
#9Zoning Board of Appeals Discussion – Membership StructureInformational
Discussion of ZBA membership structure (seven vs. five members) and attendance issues; tabled pending further review of State law and member availability.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of ZBA membership structure (seven vs. five members) and attendance issues; tabled pending further review of State law and member availability.
#10Committee Reports – Agriculture & Open Space
Councilman O'Neill reported on committee discussion of agricultural business in the Town.
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Councilman O'Neill reported on committee discussion of agricultural business in the Town.
#11Committee Reports – Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA report on February 8 meeting: approval of accessory apartment variance (5–0) and Greig Farm airstrip variance (5–0); three variances granted in 2012 to date.
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ZBA report on February 8 meeting: approval of accessory apartment variance (5–0) and Greig Farm airstrip variance (5–0); three variances granted in 2012 to date.
#12Committee Reports – Community Advisory Committee
CAC reported inability to recommend adoption of Energy & Climate Action Plan by resolution at this stage; investigating alternative options and planning revised report; next meeting March 14, 2012.
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CAC reported inability to recommend adoption of Energy & Climate Action Plan by resolution at this stage; investigating alternative options and planning revised report; next meeting March 14, 2012.
#13Committee Reports – Disaster Preparedness
Supervisor Crane reported that Chair Tim Muldoon is awaiting information to confirm continued service; Dick Franklin may be able to chair or co-chair.
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Supervisor Crane reported that Chair Tim Muldoon is awaiting information to confirm continued service; Dick Franklin may be able to chair or co-chair.
#14Committee Reports – Economic Development Committee
Councilman Colgan reported on EDC activities: businesses moving in, cooperative work with property owners and Chamber of Commerce; committee to meet the following morning.
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Councilman Colgan reported on EDC activities: businesses moving in, cooperative work with property owners and Chamber of Commerce; committee to meet the following morning.
#15Motion to Include Business Owners as EDC MembersProposed motion
Allow business owners within the Town as well as residents of the Town to serve as full members of the Economic Development Committee.
Action
Expected: vote
Allow business owners within the Town as well as residents of the Town to serve as full members of the Economic Development Committee.
#16Appointment of Amanda Bodian to EDCProposed motion
Appoint Amanda Bodian, owner of the Soap Factory, as member of the Economic Development Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Amanda Bodian, owner of the Soap Factory, as member of the Economic Development Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2013.
#17Reappointment of Chris Klose to EDCProposed motion
Reappoint Chris Klose to the Economic Development Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Chris Klose to the Economic Development Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2013.
#18Committee Reports – Intermunicipal Task Force
Councilman O'Neill reported on working group activities: Village of Red Hook alternative sewer project reconfiguration, National Landmark District review with Town Historian, demolition control discussion, and ongoing membership work.
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Councilman O'Neill reported on working group activities: Village of Red Hook alternative sewer project reconfiguration, National Landmark District review with Town Historian, demolition control discussion, and ongoing membership work.
#19Committee Reports – Recreation Commission
Councilman Colgan reviewed Recreation Commission report: Hazard Mitigation Workshop attendance, Sawkill Creek repair funding efforts, Eagle Scout project in progress, restroom floor renovation, recreation park extension work, soccer field grading, and St. Margaret's property clearing.
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Councilman Colgan reviewed Recreation Commission report: Hazard Mitigation Workshop attendance, Sawkill Creek repair funding efforts, Eagle Scout project in progress, restroom floor renovation, recreation park extension work, soccer field grading, and St. Margaret's property clearing.
#20Committee Reports – Trails Committee
Councilwoman Cagle reported on Trails Committee: development of trail between Tivoli and Bard College, Tour-de Red Hook scheduled for April 29 (rain date May 6), sidewalk strolling routes revisited, and bench placement and fundraising discussion.
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Councilwoman Cagle reported on Trails Committee: development of trail between Tivoli and Bard College, Tour-de Red Hook scheduled for April 29 (rain date May 6), sidewalk strolling routes revisited, and bench placement and fundraising discussion.
#21Committee Reports – Tree Preservation Committee
Councilwoman Cagle reported on Tree Preservation Committee: Arbor Day and Earth Day planning for April 28, tree inventory work with grant funding, and inventory of recreation park and St. Margaret's property.
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Councilwoman Cagle reported on Tree Preservation Committee: Arbor Day and Earth Day planning for April 28, tree inventory work with grant funding, and inventory of recreation park and St. Margaret's property.
#22Department Reports – Building Inspector
Building Inspector report for January 25–February 22, 2012: 56 inspections, 29 certificates issued, 10 permits, $470.00 in fees collected.
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Building Inspector report for January 25–February 22, 2012: 56 inspections, 29 certificates issued, 10 permits, $470.00 in fees collected.
#23Department Reports – Dog Control
Dog Control Officer report: two stray dogs impounded and reunited with owners, two unleashed dog complaints, seven appearance tickets issued, increased patrol at Rec Park and Poets Walk, coordination with DC Health Dept for rabies clinic on March 28, and dog enumeration cost-benefit analysis in progress.
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Expected: info_only
Dog Control Officer report: two stray dogs impounded and reunited with owners, two unleashed dog complaints, seven appearance tickets issued, increased patrol at Rec Park and Poets Walk, coordination with DC Health Dept for rabies clinic on March 28, and dog enumeration cost-benefit analysis in progress.
#24Department Reports – Highway Department
Highway Superintendent report: minimal snow this winter; post-Hurricane Irene and October snow storm recovery ongoing (debris cleanup, bridge repair, road shoulder replacement); garage project progress; tree stump grinding, pothole patching, brush cutting; exploration of surplus equipment from NYS Office of General Services.
Action
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Highway Superintendent report: minimal snow this winter; post-Hurricane Irene and October snow storm recovery ongoing (debris cleanup, bridge repair, road shoulder replacement); garage project progress; tree stump grinding, pothole patching, brush cutting; exploration of surplus equipment from NYS Office of General Services.
#25Department Reports – DC Sheriff's Office
Sheriff's Office report for January 2012: 77 total service calls.
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Sheriff's Office report for January 2012: 77 total service calls.
#26Department Reports – Red Hook Police Department
Police Department report for January 2012: 41 total incidents, 12 arrests, 26 tickets issued.
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Police Department report for January 2012: 41 total incidents, 12 arrests, 26 tickets issued.
#27Department Reports – Purchasing
Councilman Colgan reported on Purchasing Agent activities: involvement with Highway Garage project, purchasing for garage construction incidentals, and work on recycling operation efficiency.
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Councilman Colgan reported on Purchasing Agent activities: involvement with Highway Garage project, purchasing for garage construction incidentals, and work on recycling operation efficiency.
#28Department Reports – Recycling
Recycling Manager report for 2011: 241.3 tons recycled (cardboard 43.47 tons, newspaper 83.47 tons, hi-grade paper 35 tons, co-mingled 55 tons, metal 24.36 tons, 17 Freon appliances); cost reduction strategies in progress; recycling stickers now available for purchase.
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Recycling Manager report for 2011: 241.3 tons recycled (cardboard 43.47 tons, newspaper 83.47 tons, hi-grade paper 35 tons, co-mingled 55 tons, metal 24.36 tons, 17 Freon appliances); cost reduction strategies in progress; recycling stickers now available for purchase.
attached: 2011 DC Resource Recovery Agency Recycling Report
#29Department Reports – Water Department
Water Department Chair report: less water pumped in January, wells holding well, no coliform, turbidity and chlorine levels fine, filters operating properly; maintenance plans reviewed for the year.
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Water Department Chair report: less water pumped in January, wells holding well, no coliform, turbidity and chlorine levels fine, filters operating properly; maintenance plans reviewed for the year.
#30Board Reports – Planning Board
Planning Board report: 2011 monies collected totaled $8,580.00; Escrow account monies collected $30,490.07.
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Planning Board report: 2011 monies collected totaled $8,580.00; Escrow account monies collected $30,490.07.
#31Public Comment Period
Public comment on Greig airstrip.
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Public comment on Greig airstrip.
#32Executive Session – Attorney/Client
Go into Attorney/Client session for the purpose of discussing contracts.
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Go into Attorney/Client session for the purpose of discussing contracts.
#33Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
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Adjourn the meeting.