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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 pledge of allegiance.
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Opening pledge of allegiance.
#2AnnouncementsInformational
Supervisor Crane made announcements regarding Tivoli/Hudson River access acquisition, CDBG 2011 program application availability, Tivoli park improvements, NYMIR dividend check and online university, Hardscrabble Day ADA compliance, and USDA Rural Development sewer funding eligibility concerns.
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Supervisor Crane made announcements regarding Tivoli/Hudson River access acquisition, CDBG 2011 program application availability, Tivoli park improvements, NYMIR dividend check and online university, Hardscrabble Day ADA compliance, and USDA Rural Development sewer funding eligibility concerns.
#3Public Comment Period
Public comment period opened; no comments received.
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Public comment period opened; no comments received.
#4Community Development Block Grant 2010Informational
Town Engineer Dan Wheeler reported on CDBG 2010 project status including wetlands delineation, easement descriptions, and pending archeological report required for SEQRA negative declaration.
Action
Expected: discussion
Town Engineer Dan Wheeler reported on CDBG 2010 project status including wetlands delineation, easement descriptions, and pending archeological report required for SEQRA negative declaration.
#5Referring proposed zoning amendments for review to the Town of Red Hook Planning Board and Dutchess County Department of PlanningDraft resolution
Adopt resolution referring Local Law No. 2 (Proposed) of 2010 to the Planning Board and Dutchess County Department of Planning and Development.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution referring Local Law No. 2 (Proposed) of 2010 to the Planning Board and Dutchess County Department of Planning and Development.
attached: Resolution
#6St. Margaret's Committee AppointmentProposed motion
Appoint Michael Brown to the St. Margaret's Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2010.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Michael Brown to the St. Margaret's Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2010.
#7Agriculture and Open Space CommitteeProposed motion
Appoint Jim Stagias to the Agriculture and Open Space Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2010.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Jim Stagias to the Agriculture and Open Space Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2010.
#8Budget Officer Report
Budget Officer Rose Rider reported that budget forms will be distributed in August.
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Budget Officer Rose Rider reported that budget forms will be distributed in August.
#9Building Inspector Report
Building Inspector Steve Cole presented report for June 24 to July 28, 2010 including permit, certificate, inspection, complaint, and permit fee reports.
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Building Inspector Steve Cole presented report for June 24 to July 28, 2010 including permit, certificate, inspection, complaint, and permit fee reports.
#10Grant ApplicationInformational
Supervisor Crane reported that the Town will serve as lead agency for disbursement of a grant given to Northern Dutchess Alliance.
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Supervisor Crane reported that the Town will serve as lead agency for disbursement of a grant given to Northern Dutchess Alliance.
#11Highway Department Report
Supervisor Crane reported that the Highway Department responded to complaints regarding visibility at a stop sign on Pitcher Lane near Route 9 and cleaned up the area.
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Supervisor Crane reported that the Highway Department responded to complaints regarding visibility at a stop sign on Pitcher Lane near Route 9 and cleaned up the area.
#12Police Department Report
Supervisor Crane read the police report for June showing 42 incidents, 2 arrests, and 19 tickets issued.
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Supervisor Crane read the police report for June showing 42 incidents, 2 arrests, and 19 tickets issued.
#13Purchasing Report
Councilman Colgan read the purchasing report for June 24 to July 28, 2010 covering Town Hall roof replacement, road paving, water tank inspection, roof truss inspection, and copier lease renewal.
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Councilman Colgan read the purchasing report for June 24 to July 28, 2010 covering Town Hall roof replacement, road paving, water tank inspection, roof truss inspection, and copier lease renewal.
#14Water Department Report
Water Department Chair Henry VanParys presented report dated July 27, 2010 covering Bard College switchover to Town Water District, meter replacement program, RFP for pipe location, water tank inspection, and annual health department inspection.
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Water Department Chair Henry VanParys presented report dated July 27, 2010 covering Bard College switchover to Town Water District, meter replacement program, RFP for pipe location, water tank inspection, and annual health department inspection.
#15Planning Board Report
Planning Board Secretary Paula Schoonmaker reported on two July meetings including Certificate of Appropriateness for screened-in porch, lot line alteration approval, and ongoing review of Centers and Greenspaces Plan.
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Planning Board Secretary Paula Schoonmaker reported on two July meetings including Certificate of Appropriateness for screened-in porch, lot line alteration approval, and ongoing review of Centers and Greenspaces Plan.
#16Agriculture & Open Space Committee Report
Councilman O'Neill reported on committee meeting discussing agricultural fence building permit requirements and coordination with Building Inspector and Zoning Enforcement Officers.
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Councilman O'Neill reported on committee meeting discussing agricultural fence building permit requirements and coordination with Building Inspector and Zoning Enforcement Officers.
#17Conservation Advisory Council Report
CAC Chair Brenda Cagle presented report dated July 28, 2010 covering 10% Challenge kickoff events, Watershed Awareness Month, AmeriCorps volunteer planning, grant applications, and upcoming conservation easement review.
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CAC Chair Brenda Cagle presented report dated July 28, 2010 covering 10% Challenge kickoff events, Watershed Awareness Month, AmeriCorps volunteer planning, grant applications, and upcoming conservation easement review.
#18Intermunicipal Task Force Report
Councilman O'Neill gave the 68th ITF report dated July 27, 2010 covering Centers & Greenspaces Plan presentation, DGEIS completion, zoning amendment referral, sewer project financing review, and meeting with State and federal officials on July 29th regarding 2011 sewer funding.
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Councilman O'Neill gave the 68th ITF report dated July 27, 2010 covering Centers & Greenspaces Plan presentation, DGEIS completion, zoning amendment referral, sewer project financing review, and meeting with State and federal officials on July 29th regarding 2011 sewer funding.
#19Economic Development Committee Report
EDC Chair Michelle Martin reported on review of proposed local law, Marist College professor interest in serving, outreach to ND Alliance, Blueprint for Economic Development review, and contact information compilation for Villages, Town, and business owners.
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EDC Chair Michelle Martin reported on review of proposed local law, Marist College professor interest in serving, outreach to ND Alliance, Blueprint for Economic Development review, and contact information compilation for Villages, Town, and business owners.
#20Roads & Traffic ReportInformational
Supervisor Crane reported on discussion with Highway Superintendent and Deputy regarding safety improvements at the intersection of County Route 79 (Linden Ave.) and Rockefeller Lane.
Action
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Supervisor Crane reported on discussion with Highway Superintendent and Deputy regarding safety improvements at the intersection of County Route 79 (Linden Ave.) and Rockefeller Lane.
#21St. Margaret's Committee Report
Chair Paula Schoonmaker reported on welcoming Michael Brown as new member, building preservation architect reviews, roof condition assessment, and Hardscrabble Day planning.
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Chair Paula Schoonmaker reported on welcoming Michael Brown as new member, building preservation architect reviews, roof condition assessment, and Hardscrabble Day planning.
#22Senior Services Committee Report
Councilwoman Strawinski read report prepared by Chair Andrew Kehr covering Guide for Personal & Family Disaster Preparedness development and distribution, Senior Walk Program, and upcoming Dutchess County Office of the Aging Senior Picnic.
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Councilwoman Strawinski read report prepared by Chair Andrew Kehr covering Guide for Personal & Family Disaster Preparedness development and distribution, Senior Walk Program, and upcoming Dutchess County Office of the Aging Senior Picnic.
#23Trails Committee Report
Councilwoman Strawinski reported that the committee met without quorum and discussed potential assistance with Scenic Hudson bike event on September 25.
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Councilwoman Strawinski reported that the committee met without quorum and discussed potential assistance with Scenic Hudson bike event on September 25.
#24Tree Preservation Commission Report
Chair Nancy Guski presented report dated July 28, 2010 covering NYS Urban and Community Forestry Council Conference attendance and workshops on tree growth, watershed management, pruning, emerald ash borer, and maple tree stress.
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Chair Nancy Guski presented report dated July 28, 2010 covering NYS Urban and Community Forestry Council Conference attendance and workshops on tree growth, watershed management, pruning, emerald ash borer, and maple tree stress.
#25Zoning Review Committee Report
Chair Susan Simon reported that the committee is working on parking regulations proposal and will review windmills and alternative energy structures; no meeting scheduled for August.
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Chair Susan Simon reported that the committee is working on parking regulations proposal and will review windmills and alternative energy structures; no meeting scheduled for August.
#26Recreation Commission Report
Chair Doug Strawinski reported that the Rec. Park is running smoothly with tee-ball program involving approximately 140 children.
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Chair Doug Strawinski reported that the Rec. Park is running smoothly with tee-ball program involving approximately 140 children.
#27Zoning Board of Appeals Report
Supervisor Crane reported on ZBA Secretary Sheila Franklin's upcoming hand surgery and potential replacement, and limited current activity with August meeting coverage needed.
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Supervisor Crane reported on ZBA Secretary Sheila Franklin's upcoming hand surgery and potential replacement, and limited current activity with August meeting coverage needed.
#28PANDA Report
Susan Simon reported on new equipment installation, discussion with Red Hook High School Technology Instructor regarding programming and student participation, internal broadcasting operations, and equipment inventory tagging.
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Susan Simon reported on new equipment installation, discussion with Red Hook High School Technology Instructor regarding programming and student participation, internal broadcasting operations, and equipment inventory tagging.
#29CorrespondenceInformational
Supervisor Crane reported that Jonathan Drapkin, Executive Director of Patterns for Progress, is exploring shared services possibilities throughout the County.
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Supervisor Crane reported that Jonathan Drapkin, Executive Director of Patterns for Progress, is exploring shared services possibilities throughout the County.
#30Public Comment Period
Public comment period opened; Susan Simon raised concern about muddy ground at Goods Exchange at Recycling Center and requested gravel or ground preparation.
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Public comment period opened; Susan Simon raised concern about muddy ground at Goods Exchange at Recycling Center and requested gravel or ground preparation.
#31Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
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Expected: vote
Adjourn the meeting.