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27 agenda items · 4 motions · 1 substantive · 0 formal resolutions
Agenda (27 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.
#2Public Comment Period
Public comment period; Ellen Feller addressed the Board regarding the Town Highway Garage and requested an air quality test be conducted.
Action
Expected: discussion
Public comment period; Ellen Feller addressed the Board regarding the Town Highway Garage and requested an air quality test be conducted.
#3Announcements
Announcements regarding Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste Disposal Day (June 7, 2008), Memorial Day Parade (May 26, 2008), court equipment grant notification, certificate of appreciation for Bard College landscape contributions, and Arbor Day tree planting celebration.
Action
Expected: info_only
Announcements regarding Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste Disposal Day (June 7, 2008), Memorial Day Parade (May 26, 2008), court equipment grant notification, certificate of appreciation for Bard College landscape contributions, and Arbor Day tree planting celebration.
#4Presentation of Red Hook Central School District Budget for 2008Informational
School District Business Manager Bruce Martin and Superintendent Paul Finch presented the 2008-2009 school budget with a 3.05% expenditure increase, 6.67% tax levy increase, and discussion of state aid, fund balance, and the roof project.
Action
Expected: discussion
School District Business Manager Bruce Martin and Superintendent Paul Finch presented the 2008-2009 school budget with a 3.05% expenditure increase, 6.67% tax levy increase, and discussion of state aid, fund balance, and the roof project.
#5Water Board Report
Water District Director Hank VanParys reported on Town Water District No. 1 monthly operations for April 2008, including water quality metrics, ongoing maintenance items, and the 2007 annual operations report.
Action
Expected: info_only
Water District Director Hank VanParys reported on Town Water District No. 1 monthly operations for April 2008, including water quality metrics, ongoing maintenance items, and the 2007 annual operations report.
attached: Annual Report of Town Water District No. 1, 2007 Operations
#6Hansen ReviewInformationaltabled-from-prior
Richard Hansen presented maps and documentation regarding recreation park fees charged to his subdivision, claiming he should not have been charged due to certified agricultural district status and existing zoning code language exempting such lands.
Action
Expected: discussion
Richard Hansen presented maps and documentation regarding recreation park fees charged to his subdivision, claiming he should not have been charged due to certified agricultural district status and existing zoning code language exempting such lands.
attached: Maps of Hansen subdivision, Dutchess County agricultural district verification
#7Request from Highway Superintendent Wayne HildenbrandProposed motion
Hire Ralph Torchia, Jr. as a full-time employee to replace one of three retiring positions, effective immediately.
Action
Expected: vote
Hire Ralph Torchia, Jr. as a full-time employee to replace one of three retiring positions, effective immediately.
#8Budget Director's Report
Budget Director Rose Rider reported on departmental budget meetings, contract reviews, Morton Buildings presentation regarding Highway Garage, and attendance at Town Finance School.
Action
Expected: info_only
Budget Director Rose Rider reported on departmental budget meetings, contract reviews, Morton Buildings presentation regarding Highway Garage, and attendance at Town Finance School.
#9Purchasing Report
Councilman Colgan reported on 29 purchase orders issued April 9–May 5, 2008 totaling $55,349.21, including Skate Park Equipment, roller hockey rink resurfacing, solar panel bid requests, and St. Margaret's property appraisals.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilman Colgan reported on 29 purchase orders issued April 9–May 5, 2008 totaling $55,349.21, including Skate Park Equipment, roller hockey rink resurfacing, solar panel bid requests, and St. Margaret's property appraisals.
#10Recreation Department Report
Recreation Department Commission Chairman Doug Strawinski reported on Summer Language Program, baseball field scoreboard donation, summer program signups, roller hockey season, Eagle Scout projects, and ongoing sports activities.
Action
Expected: info_only
Recreation Department Commission Chairman Doug Strawinski reported on Summer Language Program, baseball field scoreboard donation, summer program signups, roller hockey season, Eagle Scout projects, and ongoing sports activities.
#11Recycling Report
Councilwoman Strawinski reported on grading at the recycling center, expansion plans for Item #4, and discussion of congestion mitigation and garbage truck relocation.
Action
Expected: discussion
Councilwoman Strawinski reported on grading at the recycling center, expansion plans for Item #4, and discussion of congestion mitigation and garbage truck relocation.
#12Planning Board Report
Patrick Kelly reported on April Planning Board meetings, including site plan and subdivision applications, special permit for accessory apartment, auto parts store site plans, and public hearing on Lasher Road subdivision.
Action
Expected: info_only
Patrick Kelly reported on April Planning Board meetings, including site plan and subdivision applications, special permit for accessory apartment, auto parts store site plans, and public hearing on Lasher Road subdivision.
#13Ag & Open Space Committee Report
Robert McKeon reported on farmland protection funding exploration for West Kerley Corners project, Community Preservation Advisory Board membership concerns, Planning Board referrals, and farm-to-market distribution discussion.
Action
Expected: info_only
Robert McKeon reported on farmland protection funding exploration for West Kerley Corners project, Community Preservation Advisory Board membership concerns, Planning Board referrals, and farm-to-market distribution discussion.
attached: Committee written report for April 2008
#14Conservation Advisory Council Report
Brenda Cagle reported on Highway Garage green design incentives, alternative heating feasibility study, Earth Day participation, aquifer presentation, energy efficiency program, stream alliance formation, and Ruth Oja Environmental Scholarship review.
Action
Expected: info_only
Brenda Cagle reported on Highway Garage green design incentives, alternative heating feasibility study, Earth Day participation, aquifer presentation, energy efficiency program, stream alliance formation, and Ruth Oja Environmental Scholarship review.
attached: Updated scenic roads table and map
#15Disaster Preparedness Committee Report
Supervisor Crane reported on discussion of a table top exercise on disaster preparedness with Ken Davidson from 911, with tentative date of September 6, 2008.
Action
Expected: discussion
Supervisor Crane reported on discussion of a table top exercise on disaster preparedness with Ken Davidson from 911, with tentative date of September 6, 2008.
#16Economic Development Committee Report
Minutes of April 17 meeting available online.
Action
Expected: info_only
Minutes of April 17 meeting available online.
#17Intermunicipal Task Force Report
Councilman Colgan summarized Bill O'Neill's report on agricultural business district criteria grid and presentation to Village of Tivoli residents.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilman Colgan summarized Bill O'Neill's report on agricultural business district criteria grid and presentation to Village of Tivoli residents.
attached: Written report from Bill O'Neill, Chair
#18St. Margaret's Committee Report
Paula Schoonmaker reported on selection of two appraisers for Historic Preservation Grant and RFP process for preservation architect.
Action
Expected: discussion
Paula Schoonmaker reported on selection of two appraisers for Historic Preservation Grant and RFP process for preservation architect.
attached: Appraisal proposals
#19Senior Services Committee Report
Andrew Kehr reported on dedicated telephone number feasibility, Dial-A-Ride expansion to Red Hook/Rhinebeck area, volunteer coordination at Red Hook Commons, senior services brochure creation, and joint Seniors Expo planning for September 24, 2008.
Action
Expected: info_only
Andrew Kehr reported on dedicated telephone number feasibility, Dial-A-Ride expansion to Red Hook/Rhinebeck area, volunteer coordination at Red Hook Commons, senior services brochure creation, and joint Seniors Expo planning for September 24, 2008.
#20Greenway & Trails Committee Report
Howie Callies reported on Wetland's Walk dedication at Recreation Park on April 26, 2008, and discussed quadracentennial celebration planning including historical rail trail and Sheriff Bob's Pleasure Park.
Action
Expected: discussion
Howie Callies reported on Wetland's Walk dedication at Recreation Park on April 26, 2008, and discussed quadracentennial celebration planning including historical rail trail and Sheriff Bob's Pleasure Park.
#21Tree Preservation Committee Report
Supervisor Crane reported on 90 trees and shrubs planted through state grants, Arbor Day seedling giveaway, and author Barbara Bash presentation at library.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor Crane reported on 90 trees and shrubs planted through state grants, Arbor Day seedling giveaway, and author Barbara Bash presentation at library.
#22Zoning Review Committee Report
Supervisor Crane referred to minutes of March 13 meeting available online, discussing density through central water, zoning regulations, multi-family dwellings, and code changes.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor Crane referred to minutes of March 13 meeting available online, discussing density through central water, zoning regulations, multi-family dwellings, and code changes.
attached: Minutes of March 13 meeting
#23Bard College Announcement
Councilwoman Strawinski announced Bard College's 148th commencement on Saturday, May 24, 2008, with address by Congressman Charles Rangel.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilwoman Strawinski announced Bard College's 148th commencement on Saturday, May 24, 2008, with address by Congressman Charles Rangel.
#24Correspondence
Supervisor Crane received invitation to Red Hook Commons I and II grand opening ribbon cutting on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 10:00 a.m., with New York Housing Commissioner in attendance.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor Crane received invitation to Red Hook Commons I and II grand opening ribbon cutting on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 10:00 a.m., with New York Housing Commissioner in attendance.
#25Public Comments
Public comment period; Paula Schoonmaker and Lisa Glickenhouse provided positive feedback on the new Wetland's Walk trail.
Action
Expected: discussion
Public comment period; Paula Schoonmaker and Lisa Glickenhouse provided positive feedback on the new Wetland's Walk trail.
#26Executive Session
Board entered attorney/client discussion at 9:50 p.m. and closed at 10:50 p.m.
Action
Expected: discussion
Board entered attorney/client discussion at 9:50 p.m. and closed at 10:50 p.m.
#27Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
Action
Expected: info_only
Meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
What happened (4 motions)
passedoperationalvote: unanimous
Hire Ralph Torchia, Jr. as a full-time employee to replace a retiring highway department position.
moved by Crane · seconded by Ross
passedvote: unanimous
Go into executive session for attorney/client discussion.
moved by Crane · seconded by Strawinski
passedvote: unanimous
Close the executive session for attorney/client discussion.
moved by Ross · seconded by Strawinski
passedvote: unanimous
Adjourn the meeting.
moved by Strawinski · seconded by Colgan