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Agenda (25 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.
#2Supervisor's Report
Accept the Supervisor's report for the period ending August 31, 2008, including budget adjustments to General A Fund, General B Fund, and Highway DB Fund.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the Supervisor's report for the period ending August 31, 2008, including budget adjustments to General A Fund, General B Fund, and Highway DB Fund.
#3Town Clerk's Report
Accept the Town Clerk's report for August 1–31, 2008, including local shares, county and state remittances, and second quarter water report.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept the Town Clerk's report for August 1–31, 2008, including local shares, county and state remittances, and second quarter water report.
#4Community Development Block GrantInformational
Discussion of sidewalk expansion project on Route 9 west side, south of Old Farm Road to Rokeby Road, with explanation of snow removal responsibility.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of sidewalk expansion project on Route 9 west side, south of Old Farm Road to Rokeby Road, with explanation of snow removal responsibility.
#5Public Hearing – Omnipoint Lease AgreementPublic hearing notice
Hold public hearing to receive comments on proposed lease agreement with Omnipoint Communications for cell tower locations.
Action
Expected: info_only
Hold public hearing to receive comments on proposed lease agreement with Omnipoint Communications for cell tower locations.
#6Resolution 2008 #58 – Authorizing the Submission of the Fiscal Year 2009 Dutchess County Community Development Block Grant Program Application for the Red Hook Sidewalk Expansion ProjectDraft resolution
Authorize submission of CDBG application for sidewalk expansion from Park Avenue in Village of Red Hook to Recreation Park in Town of Red Hook (approximately 1,500 feet), requesting up to $150,000; authorize joint public hearing with Village of Red Hook at 7:45 p.m. on September 24, 2008.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize submission of CDBG application for sidewalk expansion from Park Avenue in Village of Red Hook to Recreation Park in Town of Red Hook (approximately 1,500 feet), requesting up to $150,000; authorize joint public hearing with Village of Red Hook at 7:45 p.m. on September 24, 2008.
attached: Resolution
#7Omnipoint Communications – Lease Agreement Review and Environmental AssessmentContract review
Review and approve lease agreement terms with Omnipoint Communications for cell tower extension and additional six-month option; accept Negative Declaration for environmental assessment.
Action
Expected: vote
Review and approve lease agreement terms with Omnipoint Communications for cell tower extension and additional six-month option; accept Negative Declaration for environmental assessment.
#8Energy Star DiscussionInformational
Presentation on Energy Star initiatives postponed; CAC Chair Brenda Cagle indicated lack of preparedness; rescheduled for October meeting.
Action
Expected: discussion
Presentation on Energy Star initiatives postponed; CAC Chair Brenda Cagle indicated lack of preparedness; rescheduled for October meeting.
#9Highway Garage Site PlanInformational
Discussion of revised sketch plans for Highway Garage site plan; plans to be delivered to Town Hall and distributed to Board members.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of revised sketch plans for Highway Garage site plan; plans to be delivered to Town Hall and distributed to Board members.
#10Electrician Licensing – County Legislative ProposalInformational
Discussion of Dutchess County Legislature's passage of electrical licensing law requiring Master Electrician licensing; Board to review and consider position on proposed resolution.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of Dutchess County Legislature's passage of electrical licensing law requiring Master Electrician licensing; Board to review and consider position on proposed resolution.
#11Resolution 2008 #59 – Opposition to County Electrician Licensing LawDraft resolution
Authorize Town Clerk to forward resolution to County Legislature Clerk and County Executive expressing Town opposition to electrician licensing law.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize Town Clerk to forward resolution to County Legislature Clerk and County Executive expressing Town opposition to electrician licensing law.
attached: Resolution
#12Police Report
Accept Police Department report for August 2008: 23 registered complaints, 18 uniform traffic tickets, 0 parking tickets, 6 accidents investigated, 1 arrest, 2 EMS/aided calls.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Police Department report for August 2008: 23 registered complaints, 18 uniform traffic tickets, 0 parking tickets, 6 accidents investigated, 1 arrest, 2 EMS/aided calls.
#13Highway Department – Authorization to Advertise for VacancyProposed motion
Authorize Highway Superintendent Wayne Hildenbrand to begin recruitment process for new Highway employee position to be filled no later than end of October.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize Highway Superintendent Wayne Hildenbrand to begin recruitment process for new Highway employee position to be filled no later than end of October.
#14Water District Report
Accept Water District report noting stable well levels, satisfactory filter operation, replacement of two culverts on Ghost Road, current water use by Bard College, and pending storage shed roof repairs.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Water District report noting stable well levels, satisfactory filter operation, replacement of two culverts on Ghost Road, current water use by Bard College, and pending storage shed roof repairs.
#15Building Department Report
Accept extensive Building Department report documenting significant activity and responsibilities of department staff.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept extensive Building Department report documenting significant activity and responsibilities of department staff.
#16Tree Commission Report
Accept Tree Commission report on 2008 NY State Urban & Community Forestry Council Conference participation, ongoing forestry management planning, tree inventory initiative, Urban Forestry Grant application, Arbor Day poster contest for 5th graders, Tree City status reapplication, website development, and collaboration with other committees.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Tree Commission report on 2008 NY State Urban & Community Forestry Council Conference participation, ongoing forestry management planning, tree inventory initiative, Urban Forestry Grant application, Arbor Day poster contest for 5th graders, Tree City status reapplication, website development, and collaboration with other committees.
#17St. Margaret's Committee Report
Accept St. Margaret's Committee report noting reduced funding due to lower-than-anticipated appraisals, prioritization of wish list, and architect selection process to occur before month end.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept St. Margaret's Committee report noting reduced funding due to lower-than-anticipated appraisals, prioritization of wish list, and architect selection process to occur before month end.
#18Correspondence – Anonymous Letter Regarding Barking DogInformational
Discussion of anonymous letter regarding barking dog in Willow Park vicinity; Board clarified that unsigned letters will not be read.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of anonymous letter regarding barking dog in Willow Park vicinity; Board clarified that unsigned letters will not be read.
#19Correspondence – Economic Development Committee Airport Property InterestInformational
Discussion of EDC Chair Doug Moat's report on continued interest in airport property by Ted Saad and Ed Guski, including feasibility planning, Small Business Development Agency engagement, and coordination with Dutchess County EDC.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of EDC Chair Doug Moat's report on continued interest in airport property by Ted Saad and Ed Guski, including feasibility planning, Small Business Development Agency engagement, and coordination with Dutchess County EDC.
#20Correspondence – Drainage Problem ResolutionInformational
Accept letter from Diane Ferris thanking Town for prompt attention to drainage problem at beginning of her driveway.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept letter from Diane Ferris thanking Town for prompt attention to drainage problem at beginning of her driveway.
#21Correspondence – Performance Contracts for Energy SavingsInformational
Discussion of performance contract opportunity with Johnson Controls to identify energy savings; Board to evaluate potential coordination with school district and consider additional energy-saving measures for Town Hall.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of performance contract opportunity with Johnson Controls to identify energy savings; Board to evaluate potential coordination with school district and consider additional energy-saving measures for Town Hall.
#22Zoning Amendment Discussion – Accessory Structure Setback, Multifamily Density, and Buildable AcreageInformational
Discussion of zoning amendment proposals resulting from meeting with Dutchess County Planning Department: separate local law for accessory structure setback issue; replacement of nine-bedroom bonus with 50% multifamily dwelling bonus; revision of R1 and R1.5 density calculations to use buildable acreage concept from Centers and Greenspace Plan.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of zoning amendment proposals resulting from meeting with Dutchess County Planning Department: separate local law for accessory structure setback issue; replacement of nine-bedroom bonus with 50% multifamily dwelling bonus; revision of R1 and R1.5 density calculations to use buildable acreage concept from Centers and Greenspace Plan.
#23Resolution 2008 #60 – Establishing Public Hearing Date for Local Law #8 (Proposed) of 2008 – Accessory Structure SetbackDraft resolution
Set public hearing date for October 14, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. for adoption of proposed Local Law #8 of 2008 regarding accessory structure setback; classify action and refer proposed law to County and Town Planning Boards.
Action
Expected: vote
Set public hearing date for October 14, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. for adoption of proposed Local Law #8 of 2008 regarding accessory structure setback; classify action and refer proposed law to County and Town Planning Boards.
attached: Resolution
#24Public Comments – Drainage Issue
Accept public comment from Frank Stoppenbach regarding drainage issue at his driveway; refer to Highway Superintendent for investigation.
Action
Expected: discussion
Accept public comment from Frank Stoppenbach regarding drainage issue at his driveway; refer to Highway Superintendent for investigation.
#25Adjournment
Adjourn meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Adjourn meeting.