Red Hook (V) WWTP Upgrades & STEP Sewer System – Phase II, NYS Consolidated Funding Application #150554

Created on July 22, 2025 - 11:30 AM Application NOT Finalized

NYS Consolidated Funding Application # 150554 Organization Name: Delaware Engineering, DPC Project Name: Red Hook (V) WWTP Upgrades & STEP Sewer System- Phase II City: Red Hook State: NY

Region

Mid-Hudson

Questionnaire Questions & Answers

Location

• Q_3527 US Congressional District where the project is located. (This question's value will be filled automatically, based on the project address, when the application is finalized.)

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Q_928 Project Street Address: Please input the project street address ( Street Number and Street Name only ).

If the project has multiple locations, please input the primary street address of the project. If the project does not have a definite street address, please input the approximate street address of the project (Street Number and Street Name only).

7467 South Broadway

Q_565 Project City

Red Hook

• Q_972 Project county or counties.

Dutchess

• Q_568 Project State

NY

• Q_572 Project Latitude (This question's value will be filled automatically, based on the project address, when the application is finalized.)

41.99428103100007

Q_573 Project Longitude (This question's value will be filled automatically, based on the project address, when the application is finalized.)

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-73.87656167999995

Q_184 NYS Assembly District where the project is located. (This question's value will be filled automatically, based on the project address, when the application is finalized.)

103

Q_190 NY Senate District where the project is located. (This question's value will be filled automatically, based on the project address, when the application is finalized.)

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Q_1034 Project ZIP Code. (please use ZIP+4 if known)

12571

Q_616 For more than one project location, please provide full address(es) for each location. If Not Applicable, indicate "NA".

N/A

Basic

General Project Information

Q_549 Type of Applicant (select one) Applicants will first select a single applicant type from the categories below and then a subtype based on their initial selection. Applicants should review the selections below which provides a list of subtypes by main applicant type.

1. For Profit entity options: Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Sole Proprietorship S Corporation C Corporation Limited Partnership (LP) Other- applicant will be required to list their other for-profit designation.

2. Not-for profit entity options: 501(c)(1) Any corporation that is organized under an act of Congress that is exempt from federal income tax; 501(c)(2) Corporations that hold a title of property for exempt organizations; 501(c)(3) Corporations/funds/foundations that operate for religious/ charitable/ scientific/ literary/ educational purposes; 501(c)(4) Nonprofit organizations that promote social welfare; 501(c)(5) Labor, agricultural, or horticultural associations; 501(c)(6) Business leagues/chambers of commerce/etc. that are not organized for profit; 501(c)(7) Recreational organizations; and Other- applicant will be required to list their other not-for-profit designation.

3. Government entity options:

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Federal State County City Town Village Tribal School District County or Town Improvement District District Corporation Public Authority Business Improvement District Fire District Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) Public Library Association Library Other- applicant will be required to list their other government designation.

Government

Q_15478 Select the government entity of the applicant applying for funding:

Village

Q_12603 Is the applicant a DBA?

No

Q_556 Select an applicant ID type from the list below that you normally use to identify your organization on application forms.

Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

Q_2655 Based on your selection from the previous question, enter the associated ID number.

ZLKMHFBD8SN9

Q_969 If you are a business, have you been certified as a New York State Minority or Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE)?

N/A

Applicant

Answer Organization Legal Name Village of Red Hook Applicant First Name Karen

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Applicant Last Name Smythe Street Address 7467 S Broadway City Red Hook State NY Zip Code (use ZIP+4 if known) 12571 Telephone Number (include area code) 845-758-4715 mayor@ Email Address redhookvillage.gov

Contacts

||Primary Contact|Contact Authorized to Execute Contract if Awarded|Additional Contact| |---|---|---|---| |Salutation|No Answer|No Answer|No Answer| |First Name|Karen|Karen|Robert| |Last Name|Smythe|Smythe|Flores| |Title|Mayor|Mayor|Village Engineer| |Organization|Village of Red Hook|Village of Red Hook|Delaware Engineering, DPC| |Street Address| 7467 S Broadway|7467 S Broadway|28 Madison Ave Ext| |City|Red Hook|Red Hook|Albany| |State|NY|NY|NY| |ZIP Code|12571|12571|12203| |Telephone Number|845-758-4715|845-758-4715|518-452-1290| |Email Address| mayor@ redhookvillage.gov|mayor@ redhookvillage.gov|rflores@ delawareengineering.com|

Q_4199 Please select the primary sector or characterization that best defines this project.

Water/Wastewater/Sewer

Q_4198 Please select the secondary sector or characterization that best defines this project.

Infrastructure

Project Description

Q_575 Project Description. Concisely describe the project, indicating the location, what will be planned, designed, acquired, and/or constructed, the issues/opportunities to be addressed, and expected outcomes and deliverables. Additional details will be collected later in the application process.

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The Village of Red Hook, located in Nothern Dutchess County, owns and operates a public wastewater treatment plant. This is the second phase of a multi-phase project to provide sewer service to properties in the Village. These properties have on-site treatment systems that are known to be substandard or failing, and have potential to pollute the Village's water supply. A previous project to acquire and expand the treatment capacity of the WWTP to service commercial and residential properties in the Village was successfully completed in 2023.

The Village recently received an Order on Consent regarding issues at the WWTP and the improvements outlined in the project are essential to meet the schedule of compliance. This current project will increase WWTP capacity to 300,000 gpd and provide sewer service to 170 additional properties through an expanded collection system. This expansion is designed to improve water quality, protect the Village's water supply, and facilitate in-fill development that will create opportunities for new housing.

Q_976 Statement of need: Provide a brief summary of the need for the project in the geographic area proposed and the project's financing needs, including funding gaps of the proposed project.

The Village of Red Hook water system sources water from a shallow unconfined gravel aquifer and a deeper bedrock aquifer underlying the unconfirmed system. Because of the dense development found throughout the Village, failing and substandard septic systems can be a very large threat to groundwater quality as they can introduce nitrates, viruses and bacteria into local waterways. Some of the buildings in the Village core business district are served by seepage pits only. In order to protect the drinking water supply further, a sanitary sewer collection system was established. Phase 1 of the plan to eliminate the failing spetic systems was conmpleted in 2023 and it provides municipal sewers to the core center of the Village. The Village is proposing to proceed with Phase 2 of the sewer project and provide sewer service to additional areas.

Q_12626 Does the project align with the Regional Economic Development Council's Strategic Plan? Click here for strategic plans

Yes

Q_12627 Explain how the project aligns with the Regional Economic Development Council's Strategic Plan.

The proposed project highlights the regional economic development council's strategic plan of promoting sustainability & community revitalization within the Village. If the Village does not have the capacity to supply sewer services to existing homes, businesses, and new developments, growth and job creation will be limited. The prospects of municipal sewer service will encourage new businesses and residents to come to the Village of Red Hook, creating an economically and socially diverse atmosphere.

In the Village of Red Hook, the availability of effective wastewater treatment is

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critical to the ability of private sector businesses to invest in the area. The community needs appropriate wastewater treatment to develop new business opportunities while protecting the enviroment, crucial componenets of long-term sustainability.

Q_16509 Current State of Project Development (i.e. planning, preliminary engineering, final design, etc. You may enter N/A for non-project related applications)

Preliminary Engineering

Q_975 Estimated Project Timeline: include project start/completion dates, estimates for design, permitting and construction or other major steps.

Evaluation of Sewer System & Service Area- March 2024 (Complete) Final Engineering Report- June 2024 (Complete) SEQR & SHPO- August/September 2024 (Complete) Bond Resolution- February 2025 (Complete) CWSRF Application- May 2025 (Complete) CFA (WQIP) Application- July 2025 WIIA Application- September 2025 Design- Jan 2025 to May 2026 Permitting & Regulatory Review- May 2026-September 2026 Initiation of Construction- December 2026 Final Completion & Start-up- December 2028

Q_580 Provide a list of all federal, state, and local reviews, approvals, or permits needed or completed, including the dates when they are expected to be completed or were completed. If Not Applicable, indicate "NA".

SPDES Modification for New Unit Processes, SWPPP for Construction Stormwater Discharges

Q_12606 Does this project require State and/or Federal Environmental Review?

Yes

Q_2364 What is the status of State and/or Federal Environmental Review?

Review of the project according to SEQR is completed. Review resulted in a Negative Declaration.

Q_12607 Please indicate the lead agency (if applicable).

Village of Red Hook

Q_12604 Has a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Record of Decision been issued?

No

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Prior CFA Funding

Q_12625 Has the applicant or project been awarded funding in prior CFA rounds?

Yes

Q_2362 What were the CFA numbers for which funding was awarded? (separate multiple CFA numbers with commas)

27202- Wastewater Engineering Study

Q_4160 For each program to which you are applying under the CFA, explain your strategy for proceeding if the full amount of requested funding, required matching funds, and temporary financing are not secured as expected, or committed sources become unavailable.This explanation must address any proposed project phases, and both CFA and non-CFA sources of funds.

The Village is only applying to the NYSDEC WQIP program through the current round of CFAs. The Village has an opportunity to enhance the quality of life for residents and strengthen the economic benefits for local businesses through the proposed project. To properly take advantage of these opportunities, the Village must prioritize over the long-term for such improvements and all other functions to achieve its goals and allow the area to grow or change in positive ways.

Standard Question

Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program

Q_17519 For which WQIP project type are you applying?

Wastewater Treatment Improvement

Q_17535 Will the WQIP project improve water quality or habitat and is it located within a Potential Environmental Justice Area (PEJA) or Disadvantaged Community (DAC)? If you answer "yes" to this question, describe how and attach a PEJA or DAC map in attachment question 17538. For Dam Safety Repair/Rehabilitation and Removal Projects, answer "Not Applicable" and refer to question 17536.

The Village of Red Hook is comprised of a large Potential Environmental Justice Area There are no Disadvantaged Communities (DAC) in the immediate vicinity. The proposed project will not have adverse impacts on any PEJAs or DACs. The elimination of substandard septic systems and seepage pits will have many environmental, health and safety benefits, especially to the low income and minority populations found in PEJAs.

Q_17537 Is your project within the HUC 10 watershed and upstream of a Potential Environmental Justice Area (PEJA) or Disadvantaged Community (DAC)? Or is your project within the HUC 10 watershed of a drinking water source and will improve drinking water quality serving a

C ? f

f C

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PEJA or DAC area? If the answer is yes to either question, identify the HUC 10 watershed, explain how your project will impact the PEJA or DAC area and attach a PEJA or DAC map in attachment question 17538. For Dam Safety Repair/Rehabilitation and Removal projects, answer "Not Applicable" and refer to question 17536.

The project is located within a HUC 10 watershed (Saw Kill Hudson River #0202000611). The Village is comprised of a large PEJA. There are no DAC in the immediate vicinity. The proposed project will not have adverse impacts on any PEJAs or DACs. The elimination of substandard septic systems and seepage pits will have many enviromental, health and safety benefits, especially to the low income and minority populations found in PEJAs.

Q_15747 Is the WQIP project wholly or partially within a 0.2% (500 year) or 1% (100 year) annual chance of occurrence floodplain? If the answer is yes, explain how the project demonstrates flood resilience that is consistent with the State Flood Risk Management Guidance for Implementation of the Community Risk and Resiliency Act and attach a floodplain map in question 15746. If the answer is no, say “Not Applicable”.

The WWTP site is not subject to flooding and is located outside of flood prone areas. There is a small area in the northern portion of the Village that is located in Zone AE and the Regulatory Floodway. Base Flood Elevations (BFE) in that area are 183 feet.

Q_14090 Does the WQIP project enhance climate adaptation and resilience? If the answer is yes, describe how the project is being responsive to the effects of climate change (such as sea level rise, increased rainfall, increased likelihood of flooding). If the answer is no, say “Not Applicable”.

Yes, the project enhances climate adaptation and resilience. Climate change poses a significant risk to human health and the environment, especially in Environmental Justice Areas like the Village of Red Hook. These risks can never be completely eradicated, but the Village can plan and design infrastructure to manage the risks, this requires planning and issuing proactive measures that will not only reduce climate risk, but will also encourage development and decrease poverty simultaneously. In accordance with 10 States Standards for Wastewater Facilities and TR-16, the infrastructure improvements will be designed and upgraded to be protected from physical damage by a 100-year flood and will remain operational during extreme weather.

• Q_15338 Is the applicant a certified bronze or silver Climate Smart Community or is the project located within a certified bronze or silver Climate Smart Community? If the answer is yes, what is the name of the Climate Smart Community? https://climatesmart.ny.gov/

Although the Village of Red Hook is registered as a Climate Smart Community since 2019, they are not yet certified Bronze or Silver. The Village has formed a CSC Task Force and are actively working toward Bronze Certification.

Q_15339 Is the project located in or serving a municipality that has completed one or more of the following Climate Smart Community Actions? Please check all that apply or “none” whether or not the municipality is a certified bronze or silver Climate Smart Community. https://climatesmart.ny.gov/actions-certification/actions/

None

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• Q_17673 What is the ID number of the Waterbody Inventory/Priority Waterbodies List (WI/PWL) segment of the nearest waterbody the project will impact? Must enter in the format XXXX-XXXX.

1301-0085

• Q_17674 What is the waterbody name of the segment you identified in Q_17673? Use the name listed in the DECinfo Locator for that segment (e.g., Kelsey Brook, Upper and tribs)? DECinfo Locator

Saw Kill Creek

Q_17675 Which pollutant listed in the WI/PWL segment assessment for the segment that you identified in Q_17673 will be addressed by this project? If the project does not address a pollutant (e.g., aquatic connectivity projects), answer N/A.

According to the PWL segment assessment, the Saw Kill Creek is "stressed" for Dissolved Oxygen and PH. Failing septic systems release nutrients: When a septic system fails, it can discharge untreated or inadequately treated wastewater containing high levels of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus into groundwater or surface waters. Reduced nutrient loads prevent algae blooms and improve dissolved oxygen: By reducing the nutrient load, the frequency and severity of algae blooms decrease, allowing for healthier aquatic ecosystems with improved dissolved oxygen levels.

Q_11523 For projects with multiple project locations (e.g., Nonpoint Source Programs, Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection projects or programs), list the WI/PWL segment ID numbers) and segment name(s) for the WI/PWL segment(s) that the additional location(s) is/are closest to. Clearly indicate which project location each WI/PWL segment ID relates to.

N/A

Q_13058 What HUC 12 watershed is the project located in?

Lakes Kill- Saw Kill (020200061104)

Q_17793 How will the proposed WQIP project help improve water quality or habitat, promote flood risk reduction, restoration, and enhanced flood and climate resiliency, or protect a drinking water source?

The proposed project will help to improve water quality by decreasing the number of pollutants and harmful materials discharged to the surrounding environment. WWTP effluent in general will be of higher quality and will have positive impacts beyond that of pollutant removal. Protection and enhancement of surface and groundwater quality is just one of many positive impacts of the upgrade of the wastewater system. The release of nitrogen, phosphorus and other nutrients and pathogens in treated and untreated wastewater leads to lower water quality, reduced oxygen levels which harm fish and aquatic life, and can also impact appearance and recreational enjoyment - all of these problems can stem from undertreated water entering the State's water bodies.

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• Q_9579 Please provide the application number and/or project name for any WQIP grants awarded in the last 10 years, if applicable.

N/A

Q_15719 Describe any state-funded water quality improvement or protection and/or habitat improvement projects you have completed in the past ten years. Include the name of the grant program, the name of the project, the application number, the timeline, and any successes, issues or delays in completing the project. Indicate whether the project(s) was(were) related to the WQIP project type for which you are applying.

In the past 10 years, the Village of Red Hook completed Phase 1 of its Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and Sewer System project, funded in part through the CWSRF (#C3-5387-02). This phase involved the acquisition of a private WWTP and the construction of a new 50, 000 GPD activated sludge package plant, increasing total treatment capacity to 75, 000 GPD. The project addressed failing septic systems in the Village's core business district, significantly improving ground water and surface water quality. Planning and acquisition began in 2018. While there were some minor delays due to permitting, construction was complete in 2023. Notable successes include the connection of 127 developed properties and 15 undeveloped lots, the elimination of substandard septic systems, and improved public health and environmental conditions in a PEJA. The current WQIP application for Phase 2 is a direct continuation of the effort, expanding sewer service and upgrading WWTP capacity to 300, 000 GPD.

Q_11657 If the applicant has not completed a state-funded project that is similar to the project in this application within the past 10 years, describe any applicable experience with a similar non-state funded project or your organization’s ability to successfully complete the project. Explain the structures in place to administer the requested grant and the qualifications of the managers or contractor who will complete the project.

N/A

Q_6001 Describe your plan for the long-term operation and maintenance of the project. Provide a detailed explanation of the workforce (e.g. municipal staff), funding, frequency and maintenance activities that will ensure the success of the project throughout its estimated useful life. The Village of Red Hook will ensure long-term operation and Maintenance (O& M) of the WWTP and STEP sewer system through a combination of municipal oversight and contracted services. The WWTP is operated by a certified third-party operator (H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance LLC). The Village owns and maintains all infrastructure, including septic tanks and grease traps. O& M is funded through quarterly sewer utility bills. The 2023/2024 sewer fund budget is $340, 965, covering administration, treatment, and debt service. Maintenance activities include regular septic tank and sludge pumping, preventative maintenance on pumps, filters, and UV disinfection systems, odor control and monitoring, and compliance with SPDES permit requirements. This plan ensures the system remains functional and compliant throughout its estimated useful life.

Yes, the project has been approved by SHPO, No Effect letter, August 2024 (Project No.:24PR05081).

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• Q_17679 Is State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Complete, Not Complete, or Not Necessary? -

• https://dec.ny.gov/regulatory/permits licenses/seqr

Complete

• Q_17682 Was there a Negative Declaration or Positive Declaration and Final EIS? Please indicate the Declaration type and provide the date and title of the published Notice from the Environmental Notice Bulletin.

Village of Red Hook WWTP and STEP Sewer System Upgrade- Phase II published on 9/25/2024- Negative Declaration

• Q_15724 Explain how the WQIP project is cost effective and an appropriate solution to improve water quality or habitat, protect a drinking water source, or increase flood resiliency, or climate resiliency.

The Village of Red Hook has considered the current WWTP layout and property, as well as annual operation costs, and identified the most feasible and cost effective method to bring the facility into compliance with NYSDEC requirements.

The Village intends to apply for additional grant and loan funding in order to make the project affordable to the Village residents and sewer system users. As with most projects undertaken by small municipalities like Red hook, large improvement projects can cause undue burden on residents by raising sewer charges and tax rates. Grant and loan funding will help alleviate some of this burden.

• Q_15725 Explain how the WQIP project will contribute to a comprehensive and coordinated approach to solving water quality impairments, restore habitat, or protect a drinking water source?

The WQIP project will eliminate failing septic systems and seepage pits in a densely developed area with poor soils and a shallow aquifer. Groundwater sampling has shown contamination from fecal coliform and nitrates, threatening the Village's drinking water supply. By expanding the sewer system and upgrading the WWTP, the project will protect the Village's sole-source aquifer, improve water quality in the Saw Kill tributary, support regional planning goals (e.g. Dutchess County's Centers and Greenspaces Plna) and benefit PEJA. This coordinated approach aligns with local, county, and state water quality and land use plans.

• Q_9709 List the SPDES number for the relevant municipal wastewater treatment system.

NY0271420- The Village is in the process of modifying their current SPDES permit.

Q_11524 In the beginning of the Application, you were asked to describe your overall project, which may include multiple phases or geographic areas if you are applying for other grants in addition to WQIP. Please note that this section of the Application is specific to the phase or part of the project for which WQIP grant funds are being requested through this CFA, NOT the overall project. Please concisely describe the proposed project that you are requesting WQIP funds to complete,

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indicating the location, what will be constructed, the issues/opportunities to be addressed and expected outcomes and deliverables.

The proposed project involves Phase 2 of the Village of Red Hook's WWTP and sewer system upgrade, including construction of a 250, 000 GPD MBR package plant with UV disinfection, conversion of the original 25, 000 GPD plant into sludge holding tank, expansion of the STEP sewer system to serve 170 additional properties including schools, commercial areas, and new housing developments. The issues addressed include failing septic systems, groundwater contamination, limited WWTP capacity. The expected outcomes are improved water quality, protection of drinking watersources, compliance with SPDES permit and service to underserved areas.

Q_15872 Does the WQIP project include assets identified in the capital improvement plan of a final POTW asset management program that was developed in accordance with DEC’s POTW Asset Management Guide? If the answer is yes, describe the assets identified in the asset management program that are a part of this project and attach the asset management plan under question 15873 or provide a link below. If the answer is no, say “Not Applicable”. https://dec.ny.gov/environmental-protection/water/water-quality/wastewater-treatment-resources

N/A

Q_11920 Is this project designed to meet the requirements in a finalized Order on Consent compliance schedule or a finalized compliance schedule associated with the facility’s SPDES permit? Yes Q_11921 What is the deadline date in the schedule of compliance for completion of this project? If there is no specific due date, write N/A.

TBD

Q_9719 Has the process for forming a sewer district been completed?

Yes

Q_11682 If the planning and design of the project has not been completed at the time of application submission, do you have a signed contract for an engineer to complete this step? If so, include the contractor's name and the date the contract was signed. If you do not intend to have the design completed by a contracted engineer, please explain.

The Village has contracted Delaware Engineering's, D.P.C. to complete the planning and design. The Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) was finalized on June 20, 2024. The design phase is scheduled from January 2025 to May 2026 and is currently at 15% completion.

Q_14139 Is the project to install effluent disinfection and associated backup power or to achieve new disinfection requirements using other system modifications at a facility that does not currently disinfect and has been notified by DEC via letter or modified permit that their treatment system requires an upgrade to add effluent disinfection?

Yes

Q_15874 Is the project an upgrade to a municipal system to meet CSO or SSO discharge ?

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requirements?

No

Q_15879 Is this a project to upgrade a municipal system to address a nutrient pollutant(s) of concern in a DEC-approved watershed implementation plan (i.e., TMDL, Nine Element Watershed Plan or DEC HABs Action Plan, or DEC Action Agenda) and is necessary to meet the effluent limits in the SPDES permit?

No

Q_17568 Is the project to construct municipal systems to serve multiple properties with inadequate on-site septic systems where the project will reduce nutrients or fecal indicator bacteria documented in the WI/PWL segment fact sheet as causing the nearest waterbody's best use to be assessed as "impaired" or "precluded"; or the need for the project is documented in a completed and acceptable sanitary survey, DEC-approved watershed implementation plan, or a Drinking Water Source Protection Plan?

Yes

Q_17569 Indicate the WI/PWL segment ID where the project will reduce nutrients or fecal indicator bacteria documented as causing best use(s) to be assessed as "impaired" or "precluded", the name of the sanitary survey, or the name of the DEC-approved watershed implementation plan, or the name of the Drinking Water Source Protection Plan documenting need for the project.

The WWTP discharges to a tributary of the Saw Kill Creek (PWL 1301-0085), a NYSDEC Class C(T) stream. The project is also supported by findings from the 2015 Village of Red Hook Wastewater Study and aligns with the Dutchess County Aquifer Recharge Rates & Sustainable Septic System Density Recommendations. These documents identify water quality impairments and the need for wastewater treatment.

Smart Growth

Smart Growth Questions

Q_13611 The NYS Smart Growth Public Infrastructure Policy Act requires that a public infrastructure project meet the relevant smart growth criterion to the extent practicable. Public Infrastructure projects consist of construction or reconstruction of transportation, sewer, wastewater treatment, water, education, housing and other publicly supported infrastructure.Does the proposed project build new public infrastructure, expand public infrastructure or use, maintain, or improve existing public infrastructure?

If you are maintaining or improving existing public infrastructure, please answer “YES”. If you are building new public infrastructure or expanding public infrastructure, please answer "YES".

If this this is not applicable to your project, answer “NO”.

Yes

Q_13612 Explain how the proposed project will use, maintain, or improve existing infrastructure.

The proposed project will improve the existing wastewater treatment infrastructure and

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expand the existing sewer system which serves the Village of Red Hook.

Q_13613 Please explain the need to build new infrastructure instead of using or improving existing infrastructure. If n/a, please type N/A.

N/A

Q_13615 Please explain how the proposed project is located in a developed area or an area designated for concentrated infill development in a municipally approved comprehensive land use plan, local waterfront revitalization plan and/or brownfield opportunity area plan. Specifically, explain how your project advances infill development or redevelopment in existing developed areas consistent with an approved plan. Infill development includes redevelopment, rehabilitation and new development between existing buildings on vacant or under-utilized sites.

Located in the Village of Red Hook, the proposed project is situated in a developed area where infill development is planned and encouraged.

Q_13616 Please explain how the proposed project will protect, preserve and enhance the State's resources, including agricultural land, forests, surface and groundwater, air quality, recreation and open space, scenic areas, and significant historic and archeological resources. Beyond simply avoiding or minimizing negative environmental impacts, please indicate the resources that may be impacted by your project and how your project will preserve and enhance these resources.

The proposed project will protect, preserve and enhance the State’s resources. Effective and efficient treatment of wastewater and disinfection of the effluent before it is released to a stream prevents water quality deterioration and spread of human diseases associated with domestic wastewater. The project will have a positive impact on the environment as recreational use of the receiving waters.

Q_13617 Please explain how the proposed project will foster mixed land uses and compact development, downtown revitalization, Brownfield redevelopment, the enhancement of beauty in public spaces, the diversity and affordability of housing in proximity to places of employment, recreation and commercial development and the integration of all income and age groups. Specifically, explain how your project advances these objectives and improves the quality of life in your community.

By improving and maintaining the current municipal sewer system in the Village of Red Hook, the project encourages development within the Village. Infill development as well as re-use of existing structures is encouraged. The project promotes sustainability by providing wastewater treatment services in an existing community & encouraging development near existing sources of employment.

Q_13618 Please explain how the proposed project will provide mobility through transportation choices including improved public transportation and reduced automobile dependency. There are many alternatives to automobile transportation. Please explain how your project provides or complements alternatives to automobile travel such as bikes, pedestrians, public transit, air travel or rail travel.

N/A

Q_13619 Please explain how the proposed project will involve coordination between state and local government and inter-municipal and regional planning. Identify any interaction between the applicant and any municipal and county governments, planning boards, regional planning associations or similar organizations. Document any outreach by the applicant to these organizations regarding the project and any relevant correspondence.

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The project engages with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (NYSEFC) to further protect the water supplies that are essential to the area by upgrading the sewer system.

Q_13620 Please explain how the proposed project will involve participation in community-based planning and collaboration. Specifically, explain how the project results from an inclusive, multi-stakeholder (including traditionally underserved populations) process of community-based planning and collaboration. To assist with your explanation, identify any affected community groups or organizations with an interest in the proposed project and if the planning process involved outreach to citizens and stakeholders at all stages of development of the project.

The Village holds monthly public meetings where residents are able to voice their comments, concerns, opinions, and/or acceptance of undertakings such as the proposed project. For projects such as this, the Village will notify all sewer customers of the changes to be made through mail and website.

Q_13621 Please explain how the proposed project will ensure predictability in building and land use codes. Provide any additional relevant information.

N/A

Q_13622 Please explain how the proposed project will promote sustainability by strengthening existing and creating new communities which reduce greenhouse gas emissions and do not compromise the needs of future generations, by among other means encouraging broad based public involvement in developing and implementing a community plan and ensuring the governance structure is adequate to sustain its implementation. Specifically, explain how your project promotes sustainability. For example, does your project include buildings and plans that seek to minimize consumption of fossil fuels (coal, petroleum), reduce water usage / consumption, and encourage the use of renewable energy (wind, solar, and geo-thermal).

The proposed project promotes sustainability by strengthening the existing Village wastewater treatment infrastructure. Effective, efficient wastewater treatment is important to protect water resources and not compromise the ability of future generations to enjoy that same water resource

Q_13623 Please explain how the proposed project will mitigate future physical climate risk due to sea-level rise, and/or storm surges and/or flooding, based on available data predicting the likelihood of future extreme weather events, including hazard risk analysis data.

Specifically, explain how your project demonstrates that future physical climate risk due to sea-level rise, storm surge and flooding have been considered. For example, have you demonstrated consideration of the flood risk applicable to your specific structure type? Explain how the siting and design have evaluated flood-risk considerations, including, but not limited to, human health and safety, environmental effects, cost, funding-source requirements, feasibility and community impact.

For information on the State Climate Impacts Assessment visit: https://nysclimateimpacts.org/about-the-assessment/what-is-the-assessment/

For information on implementation of the Community Risk and Resiliency Act visit: https://dec.ny.gov/environmental-protection/climate-change/new-york-response/crra

The proposed project will mitigate future climate risk due to storm surges and flooding. As with all projects undertaken by the Village, climate risk assessment will be incorporated because the Village is well aware that extreme weather events are forecasted to increase in both frequency and intensity. Climate change continues to impose new risks on NY

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residents’ economy and infrastructure.

• Q_13614 Please explain how the proposed project is located in a municipal center.

The project is located in the developed area of the Village of Red Hook. In many instances, especially in rural areas, Villages are considered the municipal center of the surrounding Town.

Certification

General Certifications

Q_1037 By entering your name in the box below, you certify and agree that you are authorized on behalf of the applicant and its governing body to commit the applicant to comply with the requirements of Article 15-A of the New York State Executive Law: Participation By Minority Group Members and Women With Respect To State Contracts by providing opportunities for Minority-owned Business Enterprise (MBE)/Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. You further certify that the applicant will maintain such records and take such actions necessary to demonstrate such compliance throughout the completion of the project.

Karen Smythe, Mayor

Q_1038 By entering your name in the box below, you certify that you are authorized on behalf of the applicant and its governing body to submit this application. You further certify that all of the information contained in this Application and in all statements, data and supporting documents which have been made or furnished for the purpose of receiving assistance for the project described in this application, are true, correct and complete to the best of your knowledge and belief. You acknowledge that offering a written instrument knowing that the written instrument contains a false statement or false information, with the intent to defraud the State or any political subdivision, public authority or public benefit corporation of the State, with the knowledge or belief that it will be filed with or recorded by the State or any political subdivision, public authority or public benefit corporation of the State, constitutes a crime under New York State Law.

Karen Smythe, Mayor

Net New Jobs

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Qualified Investments

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Project Totals

Total project cost: $ 19,502,800

Funding Requested from Program

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Program Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program

Amount Requested $ 10000000

Program Budget

Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program

Use Source Status Amount Indicate Source / Comments Construction/Renovation/Lea DEC - Water Quality Anticipat $100000 NYS DEC WQIP sehold Improvements Improvement Project ed 00 Construction/Renovation/Lea Other State Funds In Progre $2500000 NYS CWSRF Loan sehold Improvements ss

Attachment Questions & Answers

Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program

Q_17511 REQUIRED for all applications if the project is wholly or partially within a 0.2% (500 year) or 1% (100 year) annual chance of occurrence floodplain, attach a floodplain map with the location of the project indicated, or for MS4 Vacuum Truck and Road Salt Reduction applications, indicate where the truck or equipment will be stored. (View scoring tips for project types NOT required to submit floodplain maps.)

Q_FEMA Floodplain Map.pdf Download

Q_17520 REQUIRED for all applications - Download, complete, sign and upload the Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification Form. This is an eligibility requirement for all WQIP applications. Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification forms must be completed, signed, and dated on or after May 19, 2025. Applications with forms dated prior to May 19 will be ineligible for funding. Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification Form

Q_17520 Sexual Harassment Prevention Cert. .pdf Download

Q_17523 REQUIRED for all applications - Download, complete and upload the budget template provided. In the sections for grant funds, match funds and details, only show costs that are being requested through WQIP or will be used for WQIP match.

Q_17523 WQIP Budget Worksheet.pdf Download

Q_17527 REQUIRED for all applications - Attach a map with the project area clearly identified. Map must be a minimum 1:24,000 scale USGS or DOT planimetric map or equivalent to such maps. For Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection applications, refer to the WQIP Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection Required Application Attachments for required map elements.

Q_17527 Project Location Map.pdf

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• Q_17532 This is an eligibility requirement for all WQIP applications. Executive Order No. 16 forms must be completed, signed, and dated on or after May 19, 2025. Applications with forms dated prior to May 19, 2025, will be ineligible for funding.

Q_17532 Executive Order No. 16.pdf Download

• Q_17538 REQUIRED for all applications that answer "Yes" to Questions 17535, 17536, or 17537, attach a map of the area indicating the location of your project and boundaries of the Potential Environmental Justice Area and/or Disadvantaged Community.

Q_17538 PEJA Map.pdf Download

• Q_17534 If the applicant does not own the property on which the project will be implemented, attach any landowner agreements.

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• Q_17559 REQUIRED for all Wastewater Treatment Improvement project applications - attach an engineering report prepared, signed, stamped and dated by a New York State licensed Professional Engineer.

Q_17559 Village of Red Hookcd- WWTP Capacity Upgrades PHASE 2 PER Revised 6.20.2024.pdf

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Q_17561 For Wastewater Treatment Improvement projects: If the engineering report submitted with this application has been approved/accepted by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) or Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), attach a copy of the approval/acceptance letter or email referencing the specific report title and date.

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• Q_17565 REQUIRED for Wastewater Treatment Improvement projects for Municipal Systems to Serve Multiple Properties with Inadequate On-site Septic Systems if documentation showing need is in a completed and acceptable sanitary survey, attach sanitary survey.

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Q_15870 REQUIRED for Wastewater Treatment Improvement projects for Municipal Systems to Serve Multiple Properties with Inadequate On-site Septic Systems if documentation showing need is that the project is identified as a priority implementation action in a final Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2), attach the DWSP2 or the first page of the plan with a URL active link.

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• Q_15307 REQUIRED for Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Bathing Beach Restoration projects - attach a completed beach sanitary survey that meets the WQIP Beach Sanitary Survey Study Outline Requirements.

• • • https://dec.ny.gov/get involved/grant applications/wqip program#Resources

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Q_15309 REQUIRED for all Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Bathing Beach Restoration projects that implement a green infrastructure practice, attach a Feasibility Study that meets the WQIP Green Infrastructure or Stormwater Retrofit Feasibility Study Requirements. WQIP Green Infrastructure or Stormwater Retrofit Feasibility Study Requirements

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Q_15310 REQUIRED for Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control In-Waterbody Controls for Nutrients projects, attach documentation of projects that are completed or underway to control external sources of nutrients. Documentation must meet WQIP Control of External Sources of Nutrients Documentation Requirements. WQIP Control of External Sources of Nutrients Documentation Requirements

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Q_12783 REQUIRED for Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control In-Waterbody Controls for Nutrients projects, attach a study by a qualified professional that identifies significant internal waterbody loading and justification for use of the proposed best management practice (BMP).

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Q_12784 REQUIRED for Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control In-Waterbody Control of Nutrients hypolimnetic aeration, destratification systems and hypolimnetic withdrawal projects, attach a plan for long-term operation and maintenance.

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Q_17592 REQUIRED for Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Stream Culvert Repair and Replacement projects or programs, attach photographs of proposed site(s) upstream, downstream, inlet and outlet of culverts, demonstrating erosion on the upstream side of the stream culvert caused by failing or inadequately sized stream culverts AND/OR a DEC-approved site assessment report that documents erosion from failing or inadequately sized culverts that will be replaced by this project.

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Q_15698 For Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Stream Culvert Repair and Replacement projects or programs, attach the North Atlantic Aquatic Connectivity

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Collaborative (NAACC) assessment, if available.

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Q_17593 REQUIRED for all Vacuum Trucks in MS4 Areas applications, attach a completed Comprehensive Mapping Worksheet for each cooperating MS4 Operator. Comprehensive Mapping Worksheet No attachment, cannot upload Q_17595 For Vacuum Truck in MS4 Areas applications, attach letters of support from cooperating MS4 Operators.

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Q_17609 REQUIRED For Vacuum Trucks in MS4 Area applications, attach catch basin clean-out plan and procedures. Catch Basin Clean-Out Plan Requirements

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Q_17611 REQUIRED for all Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection PROJECTS and PROGRAMS - attach a detailed protocol for monitoring and enforcement of properties or easements. The protocol should include all elements listed in the WQIP Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection Documentation Guidance. Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection Required Documentation

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Q_15459 For Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection projects and programs , if commitment from landowners who will be selling or donating their development rights or land has been obtained, attach one PDF file of all letters of commitment.

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Q_15458 For Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection projects and programs, if the project or program is located within the critical and/or extended source water protection area of a DEC/DOH reviewed and accepted Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2) Plan, attach one PDF file of the plan or the source water protection maps from the plan.

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Q_14096 REQUIRED for Land Acquisition for Source Water Protection PROGRAMS if grant funds will be used for personal services - Upload fiscal information, such as an annual report, that demonstrates your organization's ability to sustain the level of effort being funded under this

grant.

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demonstrating that at least 1-foot of freeboard between the SDF surface water elevation and top of dam is achieved.

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Q_15335 For Dam Safety Repair/Rehabilitation where the inundation map from your Emergency Action Plan includes at least one of the following: hospital; nursing home; principal arterial interstate; K-12 school; critical railroad (intercity passenger, commuter, transit, inter-regional and inter-city freight lines (typically Class 1 or Class 2 freight lines)) or your impoundment is a primary water supply, submit your inundation map with the structure or water supply identified.

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Q_17791 For all Dam Repair/Rehabilitation and Removal applications, attach the most recent DEC inspection letter that identifies the condition rating of the dam.

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Q_15336 For all Dam Safety Repair/Rehabilitation and Removal applications where there is a Population at Risk (PAR), attach a document with discussion and analysis of how the Population at Risk (PAR) was developed/calculated

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Q_17616 For Aquatic Connectivity applications for projects that improve aquatic habitat connectivity at road/stream crossings or dams and may promote flood risk reduction and enhanced flood and climate resiliency, attach the NAACC assessment or picture(s) of proposed site(s) upstream, downstream, inlet and outlet (culverts), structure (dams) and/or a DEC-approved site assessment report or feasibility study that documents failing or inadequately sized culverts that will be improved by this project.

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Q_17618 For Aquatic Connectivity applications for projects where poor infrastructure condition may lead to loss of aquatic connectivity and may additionally promote flood risk reduction and enhance flood and climate resiliency, attach photographs documenting poor condition such as, but is not limited to partial collapse, deterioration of structure/ compromised structural integrity, deterioration of culvert invert, severe separation of joints or seams, or voids or sinkholes.

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Q_17620 For Aquatic Connectivity projects where the applicant has successfully completed right-sized culvert projects in the past ten years, attach before and after pictures of the successfully completed project.

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Q_17621 REQUIRED for Marine District Habitat Restoration projects, attach a feasibility study for the project. The feasibility study should include the Marine District Habitat Restoration Feasibility Study Outline required elements. Marine District Habitat Restoration Feasibility Study Outline

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Q_11666 For Marine District Habitat Restoration projects where the applicant has successfully completed marine district aquatic restoration projects in the past ten years, attach before and after pictures of the successfully completed projects.

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Q_17628 For Marine District Habitat Restoration and Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects, attach the relevant Habitat Conservation Plan, Species Conservation Plan, Land Management Plan, or other similar documents, if available.

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Q_17651 For Marine District Habitat Restoration or Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects, attach any relevant justifications of potential positive and/or negative impacts of the project (e.g., assessments conducted by qualified natural resource professionals for the projected impacts, relevant literature demonstrating proof of tested experimental methodology, reports from similar past projects that demonstrate project efficacy, etc.). Outline the details of the potential impacts in Question 17615 for Marine District Habitat Restoration projects or Question 17643 for Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects.

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Q_17625 For Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects, attach any relevant aerial imagery, photos, maps, and/or other visual representation of the current project area and conditions. No attachment, cannot upload Q_17626 For Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects, attach all completed project designs, plans, and/or schematics.

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Q_15468 For Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement projects where the applicant has successfully completed habitat restoration or enhancement projects in the past 10 years, attach before and after pictures of successfully completed projects, if applicable. No attachment, cannot upload Q_15587 For Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement, attach photos showing examples of the desired project outcome, if available.

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[x] = Expired Program

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