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Agenda (32 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.
#2Announcements
Supervisor and Board members made announcements regarding tentative budget filing, budget workshop dates, public hearing on budget, Highway Garage grand opening, Hardscrabble Day, Bicentennial Committee, Rotary Citizen of the Year recognition, and Red Hook Community Arts Program.
Action
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Supervisor and Board members made announcements regarding tentative budget filing, budget workshop dates, public hearing on budget, Highway Garage grand opening, Hardscrabble Day, Bicentennial Committee, Rotary Citizen of the Year recognition, and Red Hook Community Arts Program.
#3Commercial Assessment Survey – Assessor Scott HobsonInformational
Assessor Scott Hobson explained the purpose and scope of a confidential survey mailed to commercial property and multiple residence owners to update and verify assessment data in preparation for the 2014 Town-wide reappraisal.
Action
Expected: discussion
Assessor Scott Hobson explained the purpose and scope of a confidential survey mailed to commercial property and multiple residence owners to update and verify assessment data in preparation for the 2014 Town-wide reappraisal.
#4Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant 2013 Application for Infrastructure Improvements of Town Recreation DepartmentPublic hearing notice
Public hearing on the 2013 CDBG application for water line extension at Red Hook Recreation Park on Linden Avenue, with discussion of park improvements including soccer fields, baseball fields, trails, playground area, and handicapped accessible pavilion.
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Public hearing on the 2013 CDBG application for water line extension at Red Hook Recreation Park on Linden Avenue, with discussion of park improvements including soccer fields, baseball fields, trails, playground area, and handicapped accessible pavilion.
#5Resolution 2012 #58 – Authorizing Submission of Application for the Fiscal Year 2013 Dutchess County Community Development Block GrantDraft resolution
Authorize submission of the 2013 CDBG application for water line extension at Red Hook Recreation Park.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize submission of the 2013 CDBG application for water line extension at Red Hook Recreation Park.
attached: Resolution
#6Resolution 2012 #59 – Authorizing the Town Clerk to Advertise a Request for Sealed Bids for the Purchase of Ice Control Abrasives, a Request for Sealed Bids for Hot Mix Asphalt, and a Request for Proposals for Various Materials and Services for 2013Draft resolution
Authorize the Town Clerk to advertise sealed bids for ice control abrasives, hot mix asphalt, and proposals for various materials and services for 2013.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize the Town Clerk to advertise sealed bids for ice control abrasives, hot mix asphalt, and proposals for various materials and services for 2013.
attached: Resolution
#7Resolution 2012 #60 – Authorizing the Town of Red Hook to Pursue a Grant Application to Obtain Funding for the Town of Red Hook Justice CourtDraft resolution
Authorize pursuit of a grant application to NYS for funding for improvements to the Justice Court, including blinds, repainting, and security enhancements.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize pursuit of a grant application to NYS for funding for improvements to the Justice Court, including blinds, repainting, and security enhancements.
attached: Resolution
#8Letter of Resignation – Patrick Kelly
Accept the resignation of Patrick Kelly from the Planning Board.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the resignation of Patrick Kelly from the Planning Board.
#9Appointment of Planning Board Alternate Betty CarrProposed motion
Appoint Planning Board Alternate Betty Carr to fill the unexpired term on the Planning Board.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Planning Board Alternate Betty Carr to fill the unexpired term on the Planning Board.
#10Resolution 2012 #61 – Authorizing the Awarding of Bid for the Exterior Restoration of St. Margaret's Home in the Town of Red HookDraft resolution
Award the bid for exterior restoration of St. Margaret's Home to Yankee Construction Co. of N.Y., Inc.
Action
Expected: vote
Award the bid for exterior restoration of St. Margaret's Home to Yankee Construction Co. of N.Y., Inc.
attached: Resolution
#11Echo Valley Street Poles/Lights Replacement DiscussionInformational
Discussion of deteriorating poles in Echo Valley area and potential consolidation into a lighting district, with Central Hudson representative to attend October 9 meeting.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of deteriorating poles in Echo Valley area and potential consolidation into a lighting district, with Central Hudson representative to attend October 9 meeting.
#12Town of Red Hook Conservation Easement Program Committee ReportInformational
Review minutes from Conservation Easement Review Committee meetings and discuss at a future meeting; committee to compile information and provide recommendations.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review minutes from Conservation Easement Review Committee meetings and discuss at a future meeting; committee to compile information and provide recommendations.
#13Hydrofracking Comments from CACPolicy draft
Accept recommendations from the Zoning Review Committee and CAC to define heavy industry in the zoning code, ban hydrofracking-related activities, and prohibit use of oil and gas drilling byproducts as deicers; Attorney Chale to prepare law for Board review.
Action
Expected: discussion
Accept recommendations from the Zoning Review Committee and CAC to define heavy industry in the zoning code, ban hydrofracking-related activities, and prohibit use of oil and gas drilling byproducts as deicers; Attorney Chale to prepare law for Board review.
#14Water Department Report
Accept August 2012 monthly report from Water Department Chair Hank Van Parys regarding well status, hydrant flushing, and meter pit restocking.
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Accept August 2012 monthly report from Water Department Chair Hank Van Parys regarding well status, hydrant flushing, and meter pit restocking.
#15Zoning Board of Appeals Report
Accept report on three public hearings held September 12 regarding storage, a proposed brewery (turned down), and a sideline and area variance (allowed).
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Accept report on three public hearings held September 12 regarding storage, a proposed brewery (turned down), and a sideline and area variance (allowed).
#16Planning Board Report
Accept report on Planning Board discussion regarding the Davis property and tree removal, with no decisions made.
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Accept report on Planning Board discussion regarding the Davis property and tree removal, with no decisions made.
#17Building Department Report
Accept Building Department report for the month: 63 building permits issued, 97 inspections by Code Enforcement Officer, 23 by Building Inspector, 57 COs and CCs, and 13 complaints closed.
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Accept Building Department report for the month: 63 building permits issued, 97 inspections by Code Enforcement Officer, 23 by Building Inspector, 57 COs and CCs, and 13 complaints closed.
#18Tree Committee Report
Accept report from Tree Committee Chair Nancy Guski regarding Hardscrabble Day booth, planned tree plantings, tree inventory, and Scout group projects.
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Expected: info_only
Accept report from Tree Committee Chair Nancy Guski regarding Hardscrabble Day booth, planned tree plantings, tree inventory, and Scout group projects.
#19Dog Control Report
Accept report from Dog Control Officer Hal Cody regarding seized unlicensed dogs, adoptions, dangerous dog hearings, and unlicensed dog cases.
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Accept report from Dog Control Officer Hal Cody regarding seized unlicensed dogs, adoptions, dangerous dog hearings, and unlicensed dog cases.
#20Senior Services Committee Report
Accept report from Senior Services Committee Chair Andrew Kehr regarding free presentation on Medication Management on October 17 and updated Senior News brochure.
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Accept report from Senior Services Committee Chair Andrew Kehr regarding free presentation on Medication Management on October 17 and updated Senior News brochure.
#21Trails Committee Report
Accept Trails Committee report regarding new member, budget allocation for Aspinwall access development, and Dutchess County bus shelters and bike racks.
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Accept Trails Committee report regarding new member, budget allocation for Aspinwall access development, and Dutchess County bus shelters and bike racks.
#22Purchasing Report
Accept August and September reports from Purchasing Agent Ted Kudzy regarding blacktop for highway parking lot, FEMA funding for tree removal at Rec. Park, trash hauler negotiations, and RFP for Professional Planner.
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Accept August and September reports from Purchasing Agent Ted Kudzy regarding blacktop for highway parking lot, FEMA funding for tree removal at Rec. Park, trash hauler negotiations, and RFP for Professional Planner.
#23Acceptance of Resignation of Geoffrey Carter as Chair and Member of Hamlet Review/Design Committee
Accept the resignation of Geoffrey Carter as member and Chair of the Hamlet Review/Design Committee.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the resignation of Geoffrey Carter as member and Chair of the Hamlet Review/Design Committee.
#24Appointment of Christopher Gilbert as Chair of Hamlet Review/Design CommitteeProposed motion
Appoint Christopher Gilbert as Chair of the Hamlet Review/Design Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2012.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Christopher Gilbert as Chair of the Hamlet Review/Design Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2012.
#25Agriculture & Open Space Committee Report
Accept report from Agriculture & Open Space Committee regarding Robert McKeon's presentation on road bend concerns on Feller-Newmark and flag lot issues.
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Accept report from Agriculture & Open Space Committee regarding Robert McKeon's presentation on road bend concerns on Feller-Newmark and flag lot issues.
#26Intermunicipal Task Force Report
Accept report from Intermunicipal Task Force regarding review of Village of Red Hook sewer project updates, Centers & Greenspaces Plan amendments, proposed development projects, Historic Landmark District protection strategy, and demolition provisions in Zoning Code.
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Accept report from Intermunicipal Task Force regarding review of Village of Red Hook sewer project updates, Centers & Greenspaces Plan amendments, proposed development projects, Historic Landmark District protection strategy, and demolition provisions in Zoning Code.
#27Highway Department Report
Accept report from Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke regarding move to new facility at 28 Glen Pond Drive, open house, and parking lot usage.
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Accept report from Highway Superintendent Theresa Burke regarding move to new facility at 28 Glen Pond Drive, open house, and parking lot usage.
#28Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Report
Accept CAC report regarding EnergizeNY community group participation, weekly Ask the Energy Expert hours, transportation subcommittee, waste subcommittee facility tour, and CAC website development.
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Accept CAC report regarding EnergizeNY community group participation, weekly Ask the Energy Expert hours, transportation subcommittee, waste subcommittee facility tour, and CAC website development.
#29Police Department Report
Accept Red Hook Police Department report for the month: 37 total incidents, 3 arrests, and 27 tickets issued.
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Accept Red Hook Police Department report for the month: 37 total incidents, 3 arrests, and 27 tickets issued.
#30Smoking in Public Parks DiscussionInformational
Discussion of smoking in public parks; Recreation Commission feels existing sign is adequate; Board received six written comments with equal correspondence for and against a smoking ban.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of smoking in public parks; Recreation Commission feels existing sign is adequate; Board received six written comments with equal correspondence for and against a smoking ban.
#31Public Comment Period
Open public comment period.
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Open public comment period.
#32Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
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Adjourn the meeting.