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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Meetings/2010-06-23
Town Board · Monthly meeting

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31 agenda items · 0 motions · 0 substantive · 0 formal resolutions
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Agenda (31 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 of meeting with Pledge of Allegiance.
Action
Expected: info_only
Opening of meeting with Pledge of Allegiance.
#2AnnouncementsInformational
Supervisor Crane announced rescheduled public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment and DGEIS for July 7 at 7:30 p.m. at High School; Mead Orchard PDR closing; Town Hall roof restoration award to BT General Contractors; environmental program on deer management; Planning & Zoning Summer School; Poughkeepsie/Dutchess County Transportation Council proposed by-laws for Board review.
Action
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Supervisor Crane announced rescheduled public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment and DGEIS for July 7 at 7:30 p.m. at High School; Mead Orchard PDR closing; Town Hall roof restoration award to BT General Contractors; environmental program on deer management; Planning & Zoning Summer School; Poughkeepsie/Dutchess County Transportation Council proposed by-laws for Board review.
#3Announcements (Councilwoman Strawinski)Informational
Councilwoman Strawinski announced NYS Dept. of Health drowning prevention seminar on June 24; Northern Dutchess Alliance presentation on historic sites; Village Police parents night on drug trends; Communities That Care committee meetings; Red Hook High School graduation on June 26; library parking lot closure and ribbon cutting on June 26.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilwoman Strawinski announced NYS Dept. of Health drowning prevention seminar on June 24; Northern Dutchess Alliance presentation on historic sites; Village Police parents night on drug trends; Communities That Care committee meetings; Red Hook High School graduation on June 26; library parking lot closure and ribbon cutting on June 26.
#4Public Comment Period
Public comment period held; Dutchess County Legislator Ben Traudt provided update on County activities including Mead Orchards grant execution, repeal of Part County Sewer District, upcoming DCC budget hearing, and proposed local laws on indoor tanning and Board of Health charter amendment.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public comment period held; Dutchess County Legislator Ben Traudt provided update on County activities including Mead Orchards grant execution, repeal of Part County Sewer District, upcoming DCC budget hearing, and proposed local laws on indoor tanning and Board of Health charter amendment.
#5Public Hearing – Changing Stipulation of Mailing to Property OwnersPublic hearing notice
Public hearing held on proposed change from certified mail to first-class mail for property owner notifications; no public comments received.
Action
Expected: vote
Public hearing held on proposed change from certified mail to first-class mail for property owner notifications; no public comments received.
#6Resolution 2010 #37 – Authorizing Adoption of Local Law No. 1 of 2010Draft resolution
Adopt Local Law No. 1 of 2010 changing property owner notification from certified mail to first-class mail, subject to permissive referendum with 45-day waiting period; law to take effect August 10, 2010.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt Local Law No. 1 of 2010 changing property owner notification from certified mail to first-class mail, subject to permissive referendum with 45-day waiting period; law to take effect August 10, 2010.
attached: Resolution
#7Interim Highway Superintendent SearchProposed motion
Appoint Theresa Burke as Interim Highway Superintendent, effective July 12, 2010, filling vacancy from within the Highway Department.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Theresa Burke as Interim Highway Superintendent, effective July 12, 2010, filling vacancy from within the Highway Department.
#8Budget 2010 – Six Month ReviewInformational
Supervisor Crane reported on six-month budget review; identified consulting fees as area of concern due to Centers & Greenspace and zoning update work; anticipated NY State grant may not be forthcoming; requested large block of time at July 13 meeting to address potential budget shortfall.
Action
Expected: discussion
Supervisor Crane reported on six-month budget review; identified consulting fees as area of concern due to Centers & Greenspace and zoning update work; anticipated NY State grant may not be forthcoming; requested large block of time at July 13 meeting to address potential budget shortfall.
#9Community Development Block Grant 2009 UpdateInformational
Brian Schultz from D.F. Wheeler Engineering provided update on CDBG sidewalk project on Linden Avenue; minor comments received; awaiting DPW and DEC approvals; easement issues with property owner resolved; project to go to bid upon final approval.
Action
Expected: discussion
Brian Schultz from D.F. Wheeler Engineering provided update on CDBG sidewalk project on Linden Avenue; minor comments received; awaiting DPW and DEC approvals; easement issues with property owner resolved; project to go to bid upon final approval.
#10Resolution 2010 #38 – Authorizing Execution of Intermunicipal Agreement Regarding CDBG Sidewalks ProjectDraft resolution
Authorize execution of intermunicipal agreement between Town of Red Hook and Village of Red Hook regarding CDBG sidewalks project on Linden Avenue.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize execution of intermunicipal agreement between Town of Red Hook and Village of Red Hook regarding CDBG sidewalks project on Linden Avenue.
attached: Resolution
#11Community Preservation Fund Committee – Appointment of Geoff CarterProposed motion
Appoint Geoff Carter to the Community Preservation Fund Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2012.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Geoff Carter to the Community Preservation Fund Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2012.
#12Department Reports – Business Manager
Business Manager Deborah Marks requested amendment to procurement policy to exempt purchases under $50.00 from requiring a purchase order.
Action
Expected: vote
Business Manager Deborah Marks requested amendment to procurement policy to exempt purchases under $50.00 from requiring a purchase order.
#13Department Reports – Budget Officer
Budget Officer Rose Rider reported on weekly budget review meetings and requested large block of time at July 13 meeting for six-month budget review; reported on capital investments and equipment inventories.
Action
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Budget Officer Rose Rider reported on weekly budget review meetings and requested large block of time at July 13 meeting for six-month budget review; reported on capital investments and equipment inventories.
#14Department Reports – Building Inspector
Code Enforcement Officer Steve Cole presented report for May 27 – June 23, 2010 including certificate, permit, fee, inspection, and complaint reports; reported on new NY State carbon monoxide detector requirements and follow-up procedures; reported on two structure fires in May.
Action
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Code Enforcement Officer Steve Cole presented report for May 27 – June 23, 2010 including certificate, permit, fee, inspection, and complaint reports; reported on new NY State carbon monoxide detector requirements and follow-up procedures; reported on two structure fires in May.
#15Department Reports – Dog Control
No formal report; Supervisor Crane noted resident assistance in locating lost pit bull and owner obtaining dog license.
Action
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No formal report; Supervisor Crane noted resident assistance in locating lost pit bull and owner obtaining dog license.
#16Committee Reports – CAC
CAC reported on scholarship award, vernal pool survey, water shed awareness month, aquifer protection presentation, and 10% Challenge participation proposal with no financial commitment.
Action
Expected: discussion
CAC reported on scholarship award, vernal pool survey, water shed awareness month, aquifer protection presentation, and 10% Challenge participation proposal with no financial commitment.
#17Resolution 2010 #39 – Participation in and Commitment to a Ten Percent ChallengeDraft resolution
Adopt resolution committing Town to participation in Ten Percent Challenge program by Sustainable Hudson Valley with no financial commitment.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution committing Town to participation in Ten Percent Challenge program by Sustainable Hudson Valley with no financial commitment.
attached: Resolution
#18Department Reports – Police
Red Hook Police Chief James Truitt presented May 2010 report (46 incidents, 4 arrests, 17 tickets); reported on substance abuse forum at Middle School and monthly prescription drug collection point beginning July 3; reported on emergency response conference attendance.
Action
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Red Hook Police Chief James Truitt presented May 2010 report (46 incidents, 4 arrests, 17 tickets); reported on substance abuse forum at Middle School and monthly prescription drug collection point beginning July 3; reported on emergency response conference attendance.
#19Department Reports – Purchasing
Councilman Colgan summarized purchasing report for April 27 – June 23, 2010: 61 purchase orders totaling $32,368.44; St. Margaret's architect selected (Stephen Tilly); re-roofing project awarded to B/T General Contractors; engineering contracts finalized; office trailer delivered; solar project RFP and water tower inspection quote in progress.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilman Colgan summarized purchasing report for April 27 – June 23, 2010: 61 purchase orders totaling $32,368.44; St. Margaret's architect selected (Stephen Tilly); re-roofing project awarded to B/T General Contractors; engineering contracts finalized; office trailer delivered; solar project RFP and water tower inspection quote in progress.
#20Department Reports – Recycling
Recycling Manager TJ Hackett reported DEC report completion, recycling sticker sales, and illegal dumping status; requested purchase of signage; noted tire pile behind salt shed requiring removal.
Action
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Recycling Manager TJ Hackett reported DEC report completion, recycling sticker sales, and illegal dumping status; requested purchase of signage; noted tire pile behind salt shed requiring removal.
#21Department Reports – Water
Supervisor Crane summarized May 2010 Water Department report: water pump and levels in good order; wells holding; United Water outlet replacement; four meter failures and 76 old meters identified with 24 meters received for replacement; galvanized main investigation on south Aspinwall Road; Bard College switched to Town water; RFP arranged for water storage tank inspection.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor Crane summarized May 2010 Water Department report: water pump and levels in good order; wells holding; United Water outlet replacement; four meter failures and 76 old meters identified with 24 meters received for replacement; galvanized main investigation on south Aspinwall Road; Bard College switched to Town water; RFP arranged for water storage tank inspection.
#22Department Reports – Planning Board
Planning Secretary Paula Schoonmaker reported Planning Board met twice in June; welcomed alternate member Brian Walker; next meeting July 6.
Action
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Planning Secretary Paula Schoonmaker reported Planning Board met twice in June; welcomed alternate member Brian Walker; next meeting July 6.
#23Committee Reports – EDC
EDC Chair Michele Martin reported two meetings held; discussed community visioning; met with DC Economic Development Corporation CEO; began dialogue with Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation; continuing strategic planning and action plan organization; maintaining advisory relationship with Red Hook Chamber of Commerce; three vacancies open.
Action
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EDC Chair Michele Martin reported two meetings held; discussed community visioning; met with DC Economic Development Corporation CEO; began dialogue with Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation; continuing strategic planning and action plan organization; maintaining advisory relationship with Red Hook Chamber of Commerce; three vacancies open.
#24Committee Reports – Intermunicipal Task Force
Chair Bill O'Neill presented 67th report dated June 21, 2010; continued review of Draft DGEIS for Centers and Greenspaces Plan; reassessed Village/Town sewer project in light of lost anticipated funding; noted repeal of Part County Sewer District resolution; first public hearing on DGEIS attended by approximately 60 people; continuation scheduled for July 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Red Hook H.S.
Action
Expected: info_only
Chair Bill O'Neill presented 67th report dated June 21, 2010; continued review of Draft DGEIS for Centers and Greenspaces Plan; reassessed Village/Town sewer project in light of lost anticipated funding; noted repeal of Part County Sewer District resolution; first public hearing on DGEIS attended by approximately 60 people; continuation scheduled for July 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Red Hook H.S.
#25Committee Reports – Recreation Commission
Recreation Commission Chair Doug Strawinski reported on busy Rec. Park; thanked individuals for new recreation park land; congratulated Barbara Murray on one million dollar grant for physical education equipment and Professional Teacher's Award; reported summer recreation signups (approximately 750 children); new tee-ball and softball programs; sponsored summer concert series; adult basketball league started; AAU continues; men's softball league begins; adult volleyball starting; Senior Walk program encouraged.
Action
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Recreation Commission Chair Doug Strawinski reported on busy Rec. Park; thanked individuals for new recreation park land; congratulated Barbara Murray on one million dollar grant for physical education equipment and Professional Teacher's Award; reported summer recreation signups (approximately 750 children); new tee-ball and softball programs; sponsored summer concert series; adult basketball league started; AAU continues; men's softball league begins; adult volleyball starting; Senior Walk program encouraged.
#26Committee Reports – St. Margaret's Committee
St. Margaret's Committee Chair Paula Schoonmaker reported May 25 meeting; discussed progress on two grants and website; voted on historic marker language; discussed debris cleanup with Hannaford's near mutual boundary lines.
Action
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St. Margaret's Committee Chair Paula Schoonmaker reported May 25 meeting; discussed progress on two grants and website; voted on historic marker language; discussed debris cleanup with Hannaford's near mutual boundary lines.
#27Committee Reports – Greenway & Trails Committee
Councilwoman Strawinski reported committee wrote and thanked everyone involved in helping with Tour-de-Red Hook.
Action
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Councilwoman Strawinski reported committee wrote and thanked everyone involved in helping with Tour-de-Red Hook.
#28Committee Reports – Tree Commission
Tree Commission Chair Nancy Guski reported Arbor Day celebration with over 500 school children, poster contest, and tree planting; ongoing trail reinvigoration effort; 17 classes and approximately 380 children participated in arborist tree biology lesson; May 1 proclamation read at Rec. Park; refreshments donated by local businesses; another tree planted on Route 9; planning to attend urban forestry conference.
Action
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Tree Commission Chair Nancy Guski reported Arbor Day celebration with over 500 school children, poster contest, and tree planting; ongoing trail reinvigoration effort; 17 classes and approximately 380 children participated in arborist tree biology lesson; May 1 proclamation read at Rec. Park; refreshments donated by local businesses; another tree planted on Route 9; planning to attend urban forestry conference.
#29Committee Reports – Senior Services Committee
Councilwoman Strawinski presented report from Senior Services Committee Chair Andrew Kehr: Senior Walk Program continues Wednesday 10-11 a.m. at Rec. Park; finalizing Disaster Preparedness document for seniors; organizing speakers on pertinent topics; Susan Goldstein resigning but remaining involved; Nicholas La Courte requested to become member.
Action
Expected: info_only
Councilwoman Strawinski presented report from Senior Services Committee Chair Andrew Kehr: Senior Walk Program continues Wednesday 10-11 a.m. at Rec. Park; finalizing Disaster Preparedness document for seniors; organizing speakers on pertinent topics; Susan Goldstein resigning but remaining involved; Nicholas La Courte requested to become member.
#30CorrespondenceInformational
Supervisor Crane shared correspondence: letter from resident Scott Cano regarding traffic accidents at Route 9 and Pitcher Lane requesting traffic light (forwarded to Police Chief); letter from Irene Moore expressing appreciation for Highway Department drainage problem resolution; NYS Dept. of Public Service letter on energy efficiency; New Paltz State University report on economy, safety, education, art and culture, environment, community inequity, governance and health; court reporter minutes from June 10 public hearing to be posted on website.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor Crane shared correspondence: letter from resident Scott Cano regarding traffic accidents at Route 9 and Pitcher Lane requesting traffic light (forwarded to Police Chief); letter from Irene Moore expressing appreciation for Highway Department drainage problem resolution; NYS Dept. of Public Service letter on energy efficiency; New Paltz State University report on economy, safety, education, art and culture, environment, community inequity, governance and health; court reporter minutes from June 10 public hearing to be posted on website.
#31Adjournment
Adjourn meeting.
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Adjourn meeting.