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Agenda (38 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.
#2Supervisor's Report
Accept the Supervisor's report for September 1–30, 2010, including opening balance, receipts, disbursements, and budget adjustments across General A, General B, DB, and Water Works O&M funds.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the Supervisor's report for September 1–30, 2010, including opening balance, receipts, disbursements, and budget adjustments across General A, General B, DB, and Water Works O&M funds.
#3Announcements
Supervisor made announcements regarding Planning Board Secretary Paula Schoonmaker's loss, NYS Comp. Alliance safety review, Red Hook Rotary Citizen of the Year award to Kenneth O'Loughlin, recognition of Assessor Jeffrey Churchill and Clerk Diana Picciano from NY State Department of Taxation and Finance, and Assessor Churchill's retirement effective November 26, 2010.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor made announcements regarding Planning Board Secretary Paula Schoonmaker's loss, NYS Comp. Alliance safety review, Red Hook Rotary Citizen of the Year award to Kenneth O'Loughlin, recognition of Assessor Jeffrey Churchill and Clerk Diana Picciano from NY State Department of Taxation and Finance, and Assessor Churchill's retirement effective November 26, 2010.
#4Public Comment Period
Open public comment period for residents and community members to address the Board.
Action
Expected: discussion
Open public comment period for residents and community members to address the Board.
#5Resolution to Award Bid for Town Hall Solar PanelsDraft resolution
Authorize execution of an agreement for professional services with Hudson Valley Clean Energy, Inc. for solar panel installation on the Town Hall roof, funded by NYSERDA grant.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize execution of an agreement for professional services with Hudson Valley Clean Energy, Inc. for solar panel installation on the Town Hall roof, funded by NYSERDA grant.
attached: Resolution
#6Smart Growth Environmental Protection Fund GrantInformational
Announce receipt of Smart Growth Environmental Protection Fund contract from NY State Department of State for consulting fees related to implementation of the Centers & Greenspace Plan; Business Manager and Councilman Colgan to establish specific fees and submit.
Action
Expected: discussion
Announce receipt of Smart Growth Environmental Protection Fund contract from NY State Department of State for consulting fees related to implementation of the Centers & Greenspace Plan; Business Manager and Councilman Colgan to establish specific fees and submit.
#7Community Development Block Grant 2009 – Linden Avenue SidewalksInformational
Announce receipt of final permit from DEC allowing commencement of sidewalk work from Park Avenue to Rec. Park on Linden Avenue, funded by CDBG 2009.
Action
Expected: info_only
Announce receipt of final permit from DEC allowing commencement of sidewalk work from Park Avenue to Rec. Park on Linden Avenue, funded by CDBG 2009.
#8Resolutions to Adopt 2011 Fire ContractsDraft resolution
Establish public hearing date for approval of Fire Protection District Fire Service Agreement between the Town of Red Hook and the Village of Red Hook for 2010 and 2011.
Action
Expected: vote
Establish public hearing date for approval of Fire Protection District Fire Service Agreement between the Town of Red Hook and the Village of Red Hook for 2010 and 2011.
attached: Resolution
#9Resolutions to Adopt 2011 Fire Contracts (Village of Tivoli)Draft resolution
Establish public hearing date for approval of Fire Protection District Fire Service Agreement between the Town of Red Hook and the Village of Tivoli for 2010 and 2011.
Action
Expected: vote
Establish public hearing date for approval of Fire Protection District Fire Service Agreement between the Town of Red Hook and the Village of Tivoli for 2010 and 2011.
attached: Resolution
#10Reappointment of Jane Biezynski to Board of Assessment ReviewProposed motion
Reappoint Jane Biezynski to the Board of Assessment Review for a term to expire on September 30, 2015.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Jane Biezynski to the Board of Assessment Review for a term to expire on September 30, 2015.
#11Cell Tower Lease ProposalContract review
Review cell tower lease proposal prepared by Town Attorney; discussion tabled until November 9 meeting.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review cell tower lease proposal prepared by Town Attorney; discussion tabled until November 9 meeting.
#12Building Department Report
Accept Building Department report for September 23 to October 27, 2010, including permits issued, inspections, certificates of occupancy and compliance, fees collected, and complaints.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Building Department report for September 23 to October 27, 2010, including permits issued, inspections, certificates of occupancy and compliance, fees collected, and complaints.
#13Dog Control – Local Law and Fee SchedulePolicy draft
Review draft local law for dog control and fee schedules prepared by Town Attorney; Board to review and discuss licensing and budget implications.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review draft local law for dog control and fee schedules prepared by Town Attorney; Board to review and discuss licensing and budget implications.
#14Grant Application – Hudson River Valley Greenway GrantInformational
Announce receipt of Hudson River Valley Greenway Grant for $10,000; note that NY State Budget Department deducted 1.1% ($101.00) pending passage of zoning amendment.
Action
Expected: info_only
Announce receipt of Hudson River Valley Greenway Grant for $10,000; note that NY State Budget Department deducted 1.1% ($101.00) pending passage of zoning amendment.
#15Highway Department Report
Accept Highway Department report including traffic sign workshop attendance, sign inventory development, tree removal, road paving and repairs, shared services activities, and hiring of administrative assistant Jeanette Walters.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Highway Department report including traffic sign workshop attendance, sign inventory development, tree removal, road paving and repairs, shared services activities, and hiring of administrative assistant Jeanette Walters.
#16Police Report
Accept Red Hook Police Department report for September 2010, including total incidents, arrests, and tickets issued.
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Expected: info_only
Accept Red Hook Police Department report for September 2010, including total incidents, arrests, and tickets issued.
#17Purchasing – Pitney Bowes Mailing Machine RentalProposed motion
Consider rental of Pitney Bowes mailing machine including service, ink, and tape at annual cost of $1,416, with potential savings of $640 if mailings are tailored to postcard size.
Action
Expected: discussion
Consider rental of Pitney Bowes mailing machine including service, ink, and tape at annual cost of $1,416, with potential savings of $640 if mailings are tailored to postcard size.
#18Recycling Report
Accept Recycling Center report; discuss sale of recycling stickers at the center and tire disposal issues.
Action
Expected: discussion
Accept Recycling Center report; discuss sale of recycling stickers at the center and tire disposal issues.
#19Recycling Center Sticker SalesProposed motion
Authorize Recycling Center to sell recycling stickers beginning November 1 through end of year.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize Recycling Center to sell recycling stickers beginning November 1 through end of year.
#20Water Department Report
Accept Water Department September 2010 monthly report, including water supply to Bard College, tank inspection results, sediment cleaning, and United Water service performance.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Water Department September 2010 monthly report, including water supply to Bard College, tank inspection results, sediment cleaning, and United Water service performance.
#21Ethics Committee Report
Accept Ethics Committee report; one meeting held and draft minutes filed with Town Clerk.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Ethics Committee report; one meeting held and draft minutes filed with Town Clerk.
#22Agriculture & Open Space Committee Report
Accept Agriculture & Open Space Committee report regarding revisions to Centers & Greenspace Plan and agricultural fencing regulations; committee seeks Board action on letter to Supervisor and removal of restrictions and fees on farm fencing.
Action
Expected: discussion
Accept Agriculture & Open Space Committee report regarding revisions to Centers & Greenspace Plan and agricultural fencing regulations; committee seeks Board action on letter to Supervisor and removal of restrictions and fees on farm fencing.
#23Conservation Advisory Committee Report
Accept Conservation Advisory Committee report including 10% Challenge event success, energy manager RFP, and research on outdoor wood burner regulations and impacts.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Conservation Advisory Committee report including 10% Challenge event success, energy manager RFP, and research on outdoor wood burner regulations and impacts.
#24Economic Development Committee Report
Accept Economic Development Committee report from October 27 meeting regarding proposed local law, Centers and Greenspace plan, Excelsior Jobs Program research, and Blueprint for Economic Development.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Economic Development Committee report from October 27 meeting regarding proposed local law, Centers and Greenspace plan, Excelsior Jobs Program research, and Blueprint for Economic Development.
#25Intermunicipal Task Force Report
Accept Intermunicipal Task Force report dated October 25, 2010, regarding Centers & Greenspace Plan zoning recommendations and joint sewer project developments for Town and Village of Red Hook.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Intermunicipal Task Force report dated October 25, 2010, regarding Centers & Greenspace Plan zoning recommendations and joint sewer project developments for Town and Village of Red Hook.
#26Recreation Commission Report
Accept Recreation Commission report; decision to use smaller generator than originally requested for budget.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Recreation Commission report; decision to use smaller generator than originally requested for budget.
#27Senior Services Committee Report
Accept Senior Services Committee report regarding disaster preparedness segment for PANDA, materials distribution at Hardscrabble Day, 10% Challenge promotion, Medicare informational presentation on November 16, and Dial-A-Ride discussion.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Senior Services Committee report regarding disaster preparedness segment for PANDA, materials distribution at Hardscrabble Day, 10% Challenge promotion, Medicare informational presentation on November 16, and Dial-A-Ride discussion.
#28Trails Committee Report
Accept Trails Committee report regarding trail map distribution and investigation of bench placement along Route 9 bike and walk trail.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Trails Committee report regarding trail map distribution and investigation of bench placement along Route 9 bike and walk trail.
#29Tree Committee Report
Accept Tree Committee report regarding information booth at Hardscrabble Day, St. Margaret's Tree Dedication participation, 10% Challenge booth, commemorative tree program planning, and free tree pruning workshop.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Tree Committee report regarding information booth at Hardscrabble Day, St. Margaret's Tree Dedication participation, 10% Challenge booth, commemorative tree program planning, and free tree pruning workshop.
#30Zoning Review Committee Report
Accept Zoning Review Committee report; no meeting held due to lack of quorum; next meeting scheduled for December 1 to formulate 2011 agenda items.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept Zoning Review Committee report; no meeting held due to lack of quorum; next meeting scheduled for December 1 to formulate 2011 agenda items.
#31IT Committee Report
Accept IT Committee report from October 12, 2010 meeting regarding PCA service status, software updates, and survey of departments with special software.
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept IT Committee report from October 12, 2010 meeting regarding PCA service status, software updates, and survey of departments with special software.
#32Budget Discussion – General A FundInformational
Review and discuss 2011 preliminary budget lines in General A Fund, including Assessor's office, recreation park needs, and insurance buyout issues.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review and discuss 2011 preliminary budget lines in General A Fund, including Assessor's office, recreation park needs, and insurance buyout issues.
#33Budget Discussion – General B Fund and PoliceInformational
Review and discuss 2011 preliminary budget lines in General B Fund and police budget, including Community Preservation Fund use and police coverage and patrol funding.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review and discuss 2011 preliminary budget lines in General B Fund and police budget, including Community Preservation Fund use and police coverage and patrol funding.
#34Budget Discussion – Centers & Greenspace FundingInformational
Discuss Centers & Greenspace budget line; Board consensus to raise line from $5,000 to $10,000 for 2011 preliminary budget.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discuss Centers & Greenspace budget line; Board consensus to raise line from $5,000 to $10,000 for 2011 preliminary budget.
#35Budget Discussion – Employee Compensation and PayrollInformational
Discuss employee salary increases and health care contributions; Board decided on 3% raises and 5% employee health care contribution for 2011 preliminary budget.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discuss employee salary increases and health care contributions; Board decided on 3% raises and 5% employee health care contribution for 2011 preliminary budget.
#36Biweekly Payroll ProcessingProposed motion
Authorize Town to pay employees every two weeks using ADP payroll processing.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize Town to pay employees every two weeks using ADP payroll processing.
#37Resolution to Hold Public Hearing on 2011 Preliminary BudgetDraft resolution
Hold public hearing on 2011 preliminary budget on November 3, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall for purpose of hearing public comments.
Action
Expected: vote
Hold public hearing on 2011 preliminary budget on November 3, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall for purpose of hearing public comments.
#38Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Adjourn the meeting.