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Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Meetings/2012-11-13
Town Board · Monthly meeting

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23 agenda items · 0 motions · 0 substantive · 0 formal resolutions
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Agenda (23 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
Approval of Supervisor's report for period ending October 31, 2012, showing opening balance $2,827,485.84, receipts $277,501.00, disbursements $544,720.25, and closing balance $2,560,266.59.
Action
Expected: vote
Approval of Supervisor's report for period ending October 31, 2012, showing opening balance $2,827,485.84, receipts $277,501.00, disbursements $544,720.25, and closing balance $2,560,266.59.
#3Town Clerk's Report
Report of Town Clerk for period October 1 through October 31, 2012, detailing local shares remitted to Supervisor ($1,691.90) and state/county/local revenue ($4,496.50).
Action
Expected: info_only
Report of Town Clerk for period October 1 through October 31, 2012, detailing local shares remitted to Supervisor ($1,691.90) and state/county/local revenue ($4,496.50).
#4Announcements
Supervisor announcements: recognition of VFW Post 7765 Veterans Day ceremony, Eagle Scout awards to Joseph Spano and Stephen Munisteri, retirement of Betty Mae VanParys after 30 years as Planning Board Secretary, and introduction of new Dog Control Officer Stephanie Fitzpatrick.
Action
Expected: info_only
Supervisor announcements: recognition of VFW Post 7765 Veterans Day ceremony, Eagle Scout awards to Joseph Spano and Stephen Munisteri, retirement of Betty Mae VanParys after 30 years as Planning Board Secretary, and introduction of new Dog Control Officer Stephanie Fitzpatrick.
#5Healthcare Contract MeetingProposed motion
Schedule special workshop meeting on November 26, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss healthcare contracts for 2013.
Action
Expected: discussion
Schedule special workshop meeting on November 26, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss healthcare contracts for 2013.
#6Public Comment – Audit of BooksInformational
Discussion of whether CPA is required for audits of Tax Collector, Town Clerk, and Court Clerk books; clarification that Town Clerk and Tax Receiver books do not require CPA audit but Court Clerk books must be signed by CPA.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of whether CPA is required for audits of Tax Collector, Town Clerk, and Court Clerk books; clarification that Town Clerk and Tax Receiver books do not require CPA audit but Court Clerk books must be signed by CPA.
#7Continuation of Public Hearing – Budget 2013Public hearing notice
Continuation of public hearing on 2013 budget; no public comments received.
Action
Expected: info_only
Continuation of public hearing on 2013 budget; no public comments received.
#8Resolution 2012 #65 – Calling for Compromise on County's Proposed Sales Tax Revenue CapDraft resolution
Adopt resolution expressing Board concern about County's proposed sales tax revenue cap and requesting that as sales tax revenues increase, the Town's share increase at the same rate as received by the County.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution expressing Board concern about County's proposed sales tax revenue cap and requesting that as sales tax revenues increase, the Town's share increase at the same rate as received by the County.
#9Close Public Hearing on Budget
Close the public hearing on the 2013 budget.
Action
Expected: vote
Close the public hearing on the 2013 budget.
#10Echo Valley Street LightingInformational
Discussion of petition from Echo Valley Road residents to replace street lights; consideration of options including replacement of one light at Route 199 intersection and potential creation of lighting district.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of petition from Echo Valley Road residents to replace street lights; consideration of options including replacement of one light at Route 199 intersection and potential creation of lighting district.
#114000 Person Concert at Greig Farm – Large Assembly Permit DiscussionInformational
Discussion of large assembly application for 'Big Up Music & Arts Festival' three-day concert event with camping at Greig Farm, proposed by Shireworks Productions; applicant to provide additional information including environmental assessment form.
Action
Expected: discussion
Discussion of large assembly application for 'Big Up Music & Arts Festival' three-day concert event with camping at Greig Farm, proposed by Shireworks Productions; applicant to provide additional information including environmental assessment form.
#12Appointment – Dog Control OfficerProposed motion
Appoint Stephanie Fitzpatrick as Dog Control Officer retroactively to her start date.
Action
Expected: vote
Appoint Stephanie Fitzpatrick as Dog Control Officer retroactively to her start date.
#13Resolution 2012 #66 – Authorizing the Purchase of Road Services and Materials Pursuant to Town Procurement PolicyDraft resolution
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of road services and materials for highway department.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of road services and materials for highway department.
#14Resolution 2012 #67 – Authorizing the Purchase of Ice Control Abrasives for Highway Department PurposesDraft resolution
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of ice control abrasives for highway department.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of ice control abrasives for highway department.
#15Resolution 2012 #68 – Authorizing the Purchase of Hot Mix Asphalt for Highway Department PurposesDraft resolution
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of hot mix asphalt for highway department.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of hot mix asphalt for highway department.
#16Appointment – Carl DowdenProposed motion
Reappoint Carl Dowden as Chair of the Board of Assessment Review and as member for a five-year term to expire September 30, 2017.
Action
Expected: vote
Reappoint Carl Dowden as Chair of the Board of Assessment Review and as member for a five-year term to expire September 30, 2017.
#17Resolution 2012 #69 – Participation in the Energize New York ProgramDraft resolution
Adopt resolution authorizing Town participation in the Energize New York Program.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution authorizing Town participation in the Energize New York Program.
#18Adoption of Preliminary BudgetProposed motion
Adopt the preliminary 2013 budget following two public hearings with minimal public comment.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt the preliminary 2013 budget following two public hearings with minimal public comment.
#19Public Comment
Public comment period on meeting items.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public comment period on meeting items.
#20Executive Session
Enter executive session to discuss pending matters of litigation.
Action
Expected: info_only
Enter executive session to discuss pending matters of litigation.
#21Resolution 2012 #70 – Authorizing Settlement of Article 7 Proceeding with Red Hook Estate Properties, LLCDraft resolution
Adopt resolution authorizing settlement of Article 7 proceeding with Red Hook Estate Properties, LLC.
Action
Expected: vote
Adopt resolution authorizing settlement of Article 7 proceeding with Red Hook Estate Properties, LLC.
#22Cancellation of November 28, 2012 Meeting
Cancel the November 28, 2012 Town Board meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Cancel the November 28, 2012 Town Board meeting.
#23Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Adjourn the meeting.