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27 agenda items · 0 motions · 0 substantive · 0 formal resolutions
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Agenda (27 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
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to open the meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to open the meeting.
#2Supervisor's Report
Accept the Supervisor's monthly financial statement dated November 30, 2007, showing opening balance $1,938,591.00, receipts $573,397.23, disbursements $813,459.92, and closing balance $1,698,528.31.
Action
Expected: vote
Accept the Supervisor's monthly financial statement dated November 30, 2007, showing opening balance $1,938,591.00, receipts $573,397.23, disbursements $813,459.92, and closing balance $1,698,528.31.
#3Town Clerk's Report
Accept the Town Clerk's report for November 1–30, 2007, documenting local shares, county and state revenues totaling $3,821.50, water rent collection of $31,078.83, and announcement of 2008 Recycling Permit sales at $12.00 (one permit) or $15.00 (two permits per household).
Action
Expected: info_only
Accept the Town Clerk's report for November 1–30, 2007, documenting local shares, county and state revenues totaling $3,821.50, water rent collection of $31,078.83, and announcement of 2008 Recycling Permit sales at $12.00 (one permit) or $15.00 (two permits per household).
#4Privilege of the Floor
Public comment period including remarks from County Legislator David Seymour, Linda Keeling's letter regarding a Harassment Policy, and remarks from Deputy Supervisor Bill O'Neill and Supervisor Blum Bump.
Action
Expected: info_only
Public comment period including remarks from County Legislator David Seymour, Linda Keeling's letter regarding a Harassment Policy, and remarks from Deputy Supervisor Bill O'Neill and Supervisor Blum Bump.
#5Discussion and Motion to Adopt a Proposed Tree LawPolicy draft
Review and discuss proposed Tree Law with revisions including change of chapter number from 5 to 128, determination of permit issuance and record-keeping procedures, and fee structure.
Action
Expected: discussion
Review and discuss proposed Tree Law with revisions including change of chapter number from 5 to 128, determination of permit issuance and record-keeping procedures, and fee structure.
#6Regarding the Escrow LawPublic hearing notice
Establish a public hearing date for the proposed Escrow Law updating escrow requirements and procedures under new SEQRA requirements.
Action
Expected: vote
Establish a public hearing date for the proposed Escrow Law updating escrow requirements and procedures under new SEQRA requirements.
#7Motion to Approve Grant Application for Shared Services – Recreation Park Joint Application with the Red Hook School DistrictDraft resolution
Authorize submission of shared municipal services grant application for Linden Avenue recreation field.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize submission of shared municipal services grant application for Linden Avenue recreation field.
#8Motion to Approve Grant Application for Shared Services – Studies and Plans for Central Sewer with the Village of Red HookDraft resolution
Approve grant application for shared services – studies and plans for central sewer with the Village of Red Hook.
Action
Expected: vote
Approve grant application for shared services – studies and plans for central sewer with the Village of Red Hook.
#9Regarding the Resolution to Refer the Official Town Map – Discussion and Motion for Providing for Referral to Planning Board Under Town Law Sections 270 and 273 for ReportDraft resolution
Refer the proposed Official Map of the Town of Red Hook to the Planning Board for review and report, incorporating trails and proposed roads including a connector road project funded by Community Development Block Grant.
Action
Expected: discussion
Refer the proposed Official Map of the Town of Red Hook to the Planning Board for review and report, incorporating trails and proposed roads including a connector road project funded by Community Development Block Grant.
#10Resolution Authorizing the Purchase and Installation of Lighting with a Draft Memo to Morris AssociatesDraft resolution
Authorize the purchase and installation of light fixtures and bulbs.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize the purchase and installation of light fixtures and bulbs.
#11Resolution Authorizing Contract with Morris Associates Regarding a Photovoltaic System at Town HallContract review
Authorize contract for engineering services regarding the purchase and installation of photovoltaic roof panels.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize contract for engineering services regarding the purchase and installation of photovoltaic roof panels.
#12Resolution Authorizing Site Access for Omnipoint Regarding the Town's Cell TowerContract review
Authorize the execution of an Owner Authorization Agreement with Omnipoint Communications, Inc. for site access to the Town's cell tower.
Action
Expected: vote
Authorize the execution of an Owner Authorization Agreement with Omnipoint Communications, Inc. for site access to the Town's cell tower.
#13Regarding a Local Law Governing Parking and a Possible Motion to Set a Public HearingPublic hearing notice
Set a public hearing for a proposed local law governing parking.
Action
Expected: vote
Set a public hearing for a proposed local law governing parking.
#14Correspondence
Receive and note correspondence from Carole Ashe, Commissioner of the State Historic Preservation Office, congratulating the Town for the St. Margaret's Home grant award.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive and note correspondence from Carole Ashe, Commissioner of the State Historic Preservation Office, congratulating the Town for the St. Margaret's Home grant award.
#15Committee Reports – Recreation Committee
Receive report from Councilman Ramsey on Recreation Park closure until April 15, 2008, recruitment of two part-time groundskeepers, and review of NYS background check mandate for employees and volunteers.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilman Ramsey on Recreation Park closure until April 15, 2008, recruitment of two part-time groundskeepers, and review of NYS background check mandate for employees and volunteers.
#16Committee Reports – Disaster Preparedness
Receive report from Councilman Ramsey on reorganization of Disaster Preparedness Committee and outreach to members regarding continuation of work.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilman Ramsey on reorganization of Disaster Preparedness Committee and outreach to members regarding continuation of work.
#17Committee Reports – CAC (Conservation Advisory Committee)
Receive report from Councilwoman Pullaro on CAC attendance at 2007 NYS Association of Conservation Commissions Workshop, receipt of ICLEI software, school district energy use report, and anticipated recommendations to require Energy Star building standards for new residences.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilwoman Pullaro on CAC attendance at 2007 NYS Association of Conservation Commissions Workshop, receipt of ICLEI software, school district energy use report, and anticipated recommendations to require Energy Star building standards for new residences.
#18Committee Reports – Water Board
Receive report from Councilwoman Pullaro on water line testing on Aspinwall Road, hydrant painting and reflective tape installation, and reminder to residents to keep hydrants clear during winter.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilwoman Pullaro on water line testing on Aspinwall Road, hydrant painting and reflective tape installation, and reminder to residents to keep hydrants clear during winter.
#19Committee Reports – ZBA (Zoning Board of Appeals)
Receive report from Councilman Ross that December ZBA meeting was cancelled and next meeting will be in January.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilman Ross that December ZBA meeting was cancelled and next meeting will be in January.
#20Committee Reports – Planning Board
Receive report from Councilman Ross on Planning Board approval of lot line alteration and sketch plan endorsement, and one minor subdivision under new business.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilman Ross on Planning Board approval of lot line alteration and sketch plan endorsement, and one minor subdivision under new business.
#21Committee Reports – Agriculture & Open Space Committee
Receive report from Councilwoman Crane on Agriculture & Open Space Committee meeting held the prior evening; minutes not yet available.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilwoman Crane on Agriculture & Open Space Committee meeting held the prior evening; minutes not yet available.
#22Committee Reports – Senior Committee
Receive report from Councilwoman Crane that Senior Committee will meet in January to address concerns raised in November minutes.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Councilwoman Crane that Senior Committee will meet in January to address concerns raised in November minutes.
#23Committee Reports – Ethics Board
Receive end-of-year 2007 report from Ethics Board; Councilwoman Crane requests Board members read the report and provide feedback.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive end-of-year 2007 report from Ethics Board; Councilwoman Crane requests Board members read the report and provide feedback.
#24Committee Reports – Purchasing
No report from Purchasing Committee.
Action
Expected: info_only
No report from Purchasing Committee.
#25Committee Reports – Community Preservation Fund
Receive report from Dutchess County Clerk Brad Kendall on Community Preservation Fund distributions: November $19,020, October $23,000, September $2,700.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive report from Dutchess County Clerk Brad Kendall on Community Preservation Fund distributions: November $19,020, October $23,000, September $2,700.
#26Committee Reports – Agriculture & Open Space Committee (Extended Report)
Receive extended report from Robert McKeon, Chairman of the Ag & Open Space Committee, on committee membership, farmer's appreciation day, keep farming project, farm-to-school initiative, farmland preservation, Central Hudson corridor protection, Ag Business District, 'Farms of Red Hook' map creation, and Blue Grass Festival property inquiry.
Action
Expected: info_only
Receive extended report from Robert McKeon, Chairman of the Ag & Open Space Committee, on committee membership, farmer's appreciation day, keep farming project, farm-to-school initiative, farmland preservation, Central Hudson corridor protection, Ag Business District, 'Farms of Red Hook' map creation, and Blue Grass Festival property inquiry.
#27Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
Action
Expected: info_only
Adjourn the meeting.