Village of Red Hook ~ Village Green Committee ~ Monthly Report ’' November 2024
We had our Fall Planting Day early October where we had an amazing turn out! We had about 20 volunteers - residents, both new and old, Bard students who are actively looking to engage with the Village and we are happy to have them were all in attendance! We planted 10 trees quickly and had our luncheon afterward where we had delicious sandwiches, salads and sides by a new business in town Catalina’s Deli & Market.
As always, we are looking to add trees to our village streets. Residents and businesses interested in having a tree(s) planted on their adjacent Village Street or NYS highway right-of-way’s, volunteering for planting days, or sponsoring a VGC beautification project, please contact myself, Kym BradleyRickard, or Jen Cavanaugh - Village Clerk.
We are actively recruiting members. If you are interested in giving back to your community but don’t have a lot of time to give this may be the perfect committee for you!
Sewer Department 1 Monthly Report ’' November 2024
With the severe drought that has been here the stream that the WWTP dumps into is dry. We are using this time to evaluate the output of our plant. It also gives us the opportunity to see the difference between high water levels and low/nonexistent levels. We are adding more “nutrients” to anoxic tank to help dilute out the bad bacteria by creating food for the good bacteria. The higher the PH the less odor in plants. We are also increasing our soda ash to 100 lbs/day (twice as the amount as before). Changing up our process during the low water season allows us to help address potential odor. Furthermore, we are discussing ways to keep the bacteria levels at a consistent level to keep a healthy plant.
We meet every other Friday. If you have concerns about the expansion and/or are currently in the Sewer Use Area and have comments, concerns, etc. please do not hesitate to reach out. There is also the expression of interest form up on our website if you are wanting to connect into the sewer (capacity required). It will put you on our list of places to consider and puts you on our radar.
For current Sewer rates please see attached report.
As a reminder to all residents whether you are in the Sewer Use Area or not be kind to your pipes! Please put only 3 P’s in the toilet: Pee, Poop and (Toilet) Paper and while in the kitchen (or near other drains) no Fats, Oils, or Grease “FOG” – they clog up the pipes and make the system stressed. What goes down the drain matters!
If you are in the sewer use area and the emergency alarm goes off, call the Village Sewer Operator (845) 758-1081, option 8. Press the “Silence Alarm” button ONLY AFTER notifying the Sewer Operator. Please do not open the box or tamper with Village owned equipment.
Speed Limit Initiative ' Monthly Report ‘1 November 2024
We have requested further advisement on movement for this initiative. Things appear to be changing in regard to qualifying parameters. However, in the meantime we are working to get solar speed signs installed on routes coming into the village.
Town of Red Hook Greenway and Trails Committee ’ Monthly Report ’' November 2024
The Greenway and Trails committee met last month. Most of the meeting was spent talking about Fires in the area and particularly the one that graced the Mountain Loop trail at Linden and Rec Park West. For the Sawkill trail, blazing is under design with WLT. Additionally, there was a conversation with the a representative from the CAC about signage in the Farm Trails and other trails in the area. Particularly, looking at signage with a story, the mountain peaks – and their names.
Climate Smart Communities Monthly Report ’ ' November 2024
We are actively seeking members and hope to have a standing meeting on the books soon.