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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.
Action
Expected: info_only
Opening pledge of allegiance.
#2AnnouncementsInformational
Announcement of Daylily Day at North Wind Farm on May 4, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., with volunteers to separate and spread daylilies along Kerley Corners Road.
Action
Expected: info_only
Announcement of Daylily Day at North Wind Farm on May 4, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., with volunteers to separate and spread daylilies along Kerley Corners Road.
#3Public Comment Period
Public comment period opened; no comments received.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public comment period opened; no comments received.
#4Weston and Sampson Presentation of Recreation Park PlansInformational
Presentation of recreation park plans including baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, utility fields, pavilion, playground areas, walking trails, and septic field layout.
Action
Expected: discussion
Presentation of recreation park plans including baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, utility fields, pavilion, playground areas, walking trails, and septic field layout.
#5Resolution to Transfer Water District Lot on Aspinwall Road to the Town of Red HookDraft resolution
Transfer of Water District lot on Aspinwall Road to the Town of Red Hook.
Action
Expected: vote
Transfer of Water District lot on Aspinwall Road to the Town of Red Hook.
#6Reorganization – Zoning Board of AppealsProposed motion
Appoint Trilby Sieverding as full member of Zoning Board of Appeals for term to expire 12/31/2015 and reappoint Jim Hegstetter for term to expire 12/31/2019.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Trilby Sieverding as full member of Zoning Board of Appeals for term to expire 12/31/2015 and reappoint Jim Hegstetter for term to expire 12/31/2019.
#7Reorganization – St. Margaret's CommitteeInformational
Appointment of Trilby Sieverding to St. Margaret's Committee held pending her stated primary interest in serving on the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Action
Expected: discussion
Appointment of Trilby Sieverding to St. Margaret's Committee held pending her stated primary interest in serving on the Zoning Board of Appeals.
#8Reorganization – Board of Assessment ReviewInformational
Interview prospective candidates for Board of Assessment Review vacancy; training scheduled for May 10; appointment deferred pending interviews.
Action
Expected: discussion
Interview prospective candidates for Board of Assessment Review vacancy; training scheduled for May 10; appointment deferred pending interviews.
#9Reorganization – Planning BoardInformational
Fill two alternate vacancies on Planning Board.
Action
Expected: unknown
Fill two alternate vacancies on Planning Board.
#10Reorganization – Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate VacancyInformational
Fill one alternate vacancy on Zoning Board of Appeals.
Action
Expected: unknown
Fill one alternate vacancy on Zoning Board of Appeals.
#11Public Hearing – Proposed Conveyance of Aspinwall Parcel from Water District to Town of Red HookPublic hearing notice
Public hearing on proposed conveyance of Aspinwall parcel from Water District to Town of Red Hook.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public hearing on proposed conveyance of Aspinwall parcel from Water District to Town of Red Hook.
#12Memorandum of Understanding – Water Tower Access RoadContract review
Accept memorandum of understanding dated April 24, 2013, regarding water tower access road.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept memorandum of understanding dated April 24, 2013, regarding water tower access road.
#13Reorganization – Sister Cities Working GroupProposed motion
Appoint Paul Marienthal to membership on the Sister Cities Working Group.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Paul Marienthal to membership on the Sister Cities Working Group.
#14Reports – Planning Board
Report on Planning Board activities including review of lot line alteration on Starbarrack Road, proposed residential development on Baxter Road, minor subdivision on North Road, and applications for expansion at Devereux, restoration at Blithewood, and certificate of appropriateness for fencing in Upper Red Hook.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on Planning Board activities including review of lot line alteration on Starbarrack Road, proposed residential development on Baxter Road, minor subdivision on North Road, and applications for expansion at Devereux, restoration at Blithewood, and certificate of appropriateness for fencing in Upper Red Hook.
#15Reports – Zoning Board of Appeals
Report on Zoning Board of Appeals activities including continued public hearing for attached garage application on Benner Road, which was granted after applicant modification.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on Zoning Board of Appeals activities including continued public hearing for attached garage application on Benner Road, which was granted after applicant modification.
#16Reports – Budget Officer
Report on budget review for first three months of year, departmental meetings regarding expenditures and overages, and update of Capital Equipment 5-year Plan with completion expected end of month.
Action
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Report on budget review for first three months of year, departmental meetings regarding expenditures and overages, and update of Capital Equipment 5-year Plan with completion expected end of month.
#17Reports – Building Inspector
Report for period March 25–April 23: 10 permits issued, 39 inspections, 15 certificates issued, 1 complaint, $3,000 in fees collected.
Action
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Report for period March 25–April 23: 10 permits issued, 39 inspections, 15 certificates issued, 1 complaint, $3,000 in fees collected.
#18Reports – Grant ApplicationInformational
Discussion of Dutchess County Shared Services Grant application due June 27; proposed collaboration for safety in biking and walking.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of Dutchess County Shared Services Grant application due June 27; proposed collaboration for safety in biking and walking.
#19Reports – Village Police
Report for March: 42 total incidents, 6 total arrests, 26 tickets issued.
Action
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Report for March: 42 total incidents, 6 total arrests, 26 tickets issued.
#20Reports – Purchasing
Report for period March 27–April 23: 37 purchase orders issued totaling $72,752.48, including 2013 Ford 250 Super Cab Pickup truck with plow ($32,469.99) and used chipper ($15,575.00) shared with Milan.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report for period March 27–April 23: 37 purchase orders issued totaling $72,752.48, including 2013 Ford 250 Super Cab Pickup truck with plow ($32,469.99) and used chipper ($15,575.00) shared with Milan.
#21Reports – Water Department
Report on March 2013 operations: 86,000 gallons pumped; planned maintenance includes replacing main piping, valves, light fixtures, shed repair, fence clearing, screen replacement, curb stop repair, manhole riser replacement, lead-free water meters with wireless sensing, and hydrant flushing scheduled for May 16; VRI manager transition to Alan Goettel in May.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on March 2013 operations: 86,000 gallons pumped; planned maintenance includes replacing main piping, valves, light fixtures, shed repair, fence clearing, screen replacement, curb stop repair, manhole riser replacement, lead-free water meters with wireless sensing, and hydrant flushing scheduled for May 16; VRI manager transition to Alan Goettel in May.
#22Reports – Agriculture & Open Space CommitteeInformational
Report on committee activities including proposal to define agricultural fencing in zoning and exempt it from zoning requirements; referral to Zoning Review Committee regarding fencing and signage.
Action
Expected: discussion
Report on committee activities including proposal to define agricultural fencing in zoning and exempt it from zoning requirements; referral to Zoning Review Committee regarding fencing and signage.
#23Motion – Zoning Review Committee Review of Signage and Agricultural FencingProposed motion
Refer signage and agricultural fencing to Zoning Review Committee for review and recommendations.
Action
Expected: vote
Refer signage and agricultural fencing to Zoning Review Committee for review and recommendations.
#24Reports – Tree Preservation Commission
Report on Tree City Growth Award (third consecutive year), school programs at Mill Road School, Arbor Day/Earth Day festivities at Town Hall on April 27, and planting of 17 new trees at Recreation Park with volunteer lunch provided.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on Tree City Growth Award (third consecutive year), school programs at Mill Road School, Arbor Day/Earth Day festivities at Town Hall on April 27, and planting of 17 new trees at Recreation Park with volunteer lunch provided.
#25Reports – Community Advisory Committee
Report on review of NYSDEC Environmental Camp applications (awarded by Red Hook VFW), Ruth Oja Scholarship applications, Arbor Day/Clean Up Day participation with composting promotion, Lakes Kill project comments, Scenic Roads comments, and bus shelter location recommendations.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on review of NYSDEC Environmental Camp applications (awarded by Red Hook VFW), Ruth Oja Scholarship applications, Arbor Day/Clean Up Day participation with composting promotion, Lakes Kill project comments, Scenic Roads comments, and bus shelter location recommendations.
#26Reports – Intermunicipal Task Force
Report on ongoing work on Historic Landmark District, proposed zoning regarding scenic roads, and pending Greenway Grant application for funding.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on ongoing work on Historic Landmark District, proposed zoning regarding scenic roads, and pending Greenway Grant application for funding.
#27Reports – Recreation Commission
Report on preparation for summer season; fields in good condition and in use.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on preparation for summer season; fields in good condition and in use.
#28Reports – Senior Services Committee
Report on food drive at Red Hook Firehouse on Tuesday, June 11, 1:00–3:00 p.m. and 6:00–8:00 p.m., and Senior Picnic scheduled for June 26.
Action
Expected: info_only
Report on food drive at Red Hook Firehouse on Tuesday, June 11, 1:00–3:00 p.m. and 6:00–8:00 p.m., and Senior Picnic scheduled for June 26.
#29Reports – Economic Development Committee
Report on survey of town-wide businesses in progress.
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Report on survey of town-wide businesses in progress.
#30Discussion – Fortis and Central Hudson MergerInformational
Discussion of proposed merger between Fortis and Central Hudson; Board consideration of letter to New York State Public Service Commission opposing merger, citing environmental and service concerns.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of proposed merger between Fortis and Central Hudson; Board consideration of letter to New York State Public Service Commission opposing merger, citing environmental and service concerns.
#31Public Comment Period
Public comment period opened; CAC member Sarah Imboden commented favorably on shared services grant idea for trails.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public comment period opened; CAC member Sarah Imboden commented favorably on shared services grant idea for trails.
#32Executive Session
Enter executive session at 9:04 p.m. for discussion of contracts; close executive session at 10:55 p.m.
Action
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Enter executive session at 9:04 p.m. for discussion of contracts; close executive session at 10:55 p.m.
#33Adjournment
Adjourn meeting at 10:55 p.m.
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Adjourn meeting at 10:55 p.m.