What resolutions has the Village Board adopted?

The Village Board requests that the Town Council commit to an Intermunicipal Agreement or MOU with the Villages to ensure Village representation in Community Preservation Fund decisions and to guarantee a minimum allocation to the Villages before the Town amends or renews the preservation tax.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute an intermunicipal agreement for shared services with Dutchess County.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute the Unallocated Insurance 2026-2027 New York Municipal Insurance Reciprocal (NYMIR) Renewal agreement with Marshall & Sterling.

Approves the sending of a letter to the Town of Red Hook Town Council regarding the Community Preservation Fund as drafted by Deputy Mayor Kjarval.

Authorizes Village officials and employees to attend professional training meetings and schools including NYCOM events and county association meetings, establishes mileage reimbursement at the federal IRS rate, and delegates authority to approve training attendance based on budgeted allocations.

Adopts an updated Village Fee Schedule for permits, applications, licenses, records, inspections, and other municipal services, effective June 1, 2026, and supersedes all prior fee schedules.

Fixes the tax rate for fiscal year 2026-2027 at $4.441892 per $1,000 of assessed valuation, sets total tax levy at $1,465,214, and directs the Village Clerk to receive and collect taxes with penalties for late payment.

Authorizes the issuance of budget notes not to exceed $206,000 to provide funds for wastewater treatment plant and related sewer facilities expenses for which insufficient provision was made in the 2025-2026 annual budget.

Releves 42 delinquent utility accounts totaling $16,887.25 and 10 unpaid property maintenance charges totaling $3,030.75 onto 2026-2027 Village property taxes, with no further payments accepted after April 27, 2026.

Approve the Pride Celebration event application subject to receipt of a Certificate of Insurance.

Convert the $205,430 General Fund advance to the Sewer Fund (authorized by Resolution 7–2026) into a permanent transfer, eliminating the repayment obligation and providing the Sewer Fund with an opening balance of approximately $109,000 for the next bond payment.

Postpone consideration of the resolution establishing procedures for authorizing professional training attendance and Village payment of related fees.

Adopt the Sewer Fund budget for fiscal year 2026–2027 in the amount of $451,490, and authorize the Treasurer to proceed accordingly.

The Board denied the applicant's request for an area variance to reduce the required front yard setback from 55 feet (centerline) to 39.25 feet for a pool house at 7449 South Broadway, determining that the benefit to the applicant does not outweigh the detriment to the neighborhood.

The Board denied the applicant's request for an area variance to reduce parking requirements from 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit to 1 space per dwelling unit for a 4-apartment addition at 31 East Market Street, determining that the benefit to the applicant does not outweigh the detriment to the neighborhood due to parking concerns and snow clearing issues.

The Board approved and endorsed the application for two grants totaling up to $15,000 to the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley to fund a summer intern focused on planning and a civil engineer to explore the possibilities of a parking lot off Linden Avenue for the Richard M. Abrahams Memorial Park.

The Board adopted the Dutchess County 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan to demonstrate commitment to hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined in the plan, with future iterations allowed without requiring re-adoption, though the plan must be updated in 5 years.

The Board conducted the annual reorganization, approving the Mayor's appointments to municipal offices and boards (Clerk, Deputy Clerk, Justice, Planning Board, Zoning Board, committees, task forces), designating department liaisons and committee assignments, approving bank depositories (Key Bank, M&T Bank, NYCLASS), confirming mileage reimbursement at current federal IRS rates, approving advance payment for utilities/postage/freight, designating The Daily Freeman as official newspaper, and renewing the meeting schedule through April 2027.

The Board approved and endorsed the resubmission of the Hudson River Valley Greenway McHenry Planning Grant application for up to $15,000 to fund a Prioritized Plan to Improve Pedestrian Experience in the Village Center, with a Village match of $15,000 from the General Fund's Unrestricted Fund Balance due by April 24, 2026.

The Board adopted the 2026-2027 General Fund budget of $2,652,305.50 (within NYS tax cap limits) and the Water Fund budget of $598,100, with the Treasurer authorized to proceed accordingly.

The Board requested that the Chief Budget Officer provide detailed documentation supporting each line item in the proposed sewer operations budget, including basis for projections, underlying assumptions, degree of certainty, and comparison to current-year actuals, with information to be provided by April 27, 2026.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Ancillary Administrative Services Agreement with Lifetime Benefit Solutions, Inc. to administer CDPHP's Traditional Health Reimbursement Account, contingent on it being the only HRA administrator company contracted with CDPHP.

The Board adopts a policy establishing guidelines for Village employees and elected officials regarding responsible use of AI tools, verification of AI-generated content, and prohibition of sharing sensitive or confidential information with AI systems.

The Board of Trustees expresses support for the creation of a school speed zone on State Route 199 and County Route 79 (Linden Avenue) around Linden Avenue Middle School and Red Hook High School.

The Board schedules a public hearing for May 11, 2026 at 6:35 PM to receive public comment on the proposed 2026-2027 Village fee schedule, and directs the Village Clerk to publish notice at least five days prior to the hearing.

The Board adopts the North Broadway Corridor Land Use and Zoning Study as an amendment to the Village Comprehensive Plan, determines it is a Type 1 SEQRA action with a negative declaration of environmental significance, and directs the Village Clerk to append the study to the Comprehensive Plan.

Set the public hearing for the Village's 2026-2027 Budget (general, water, sewer) on April 13, 2026 at 6:35pm and authorize the Village Clerk to notice the hearing in the newspaper of record.

Extend the site plan approval for St. John Street property from September 11, 2025 for an additional 180 days to September 10, 2026.

Replace Table 10 in Section D of the North Broadway Corridor Land Use & Zoning Study with a revised table proposed by Trustee Uku to include authorship, source citation, and notation of A.I. usage, with previously included text moved to an appendix.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses by approving the detailed schedule of revenue and expense adjustments.

Authorizes Mayor Smythe to execute a water supply agreement with 65 Willow Brook Lane in the Town of Red Hook.

Establishes two special workshop meetings on March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm and March 22, 2026 at 6:00pm to discuss and review the 2026-2027 Village Budget.

Authorizes a temporary interfund advance from the General Fund to the Sewer Fund in an amount not to exceed $205,430 for Sewer Fund debt service due March 18, 2026, with repayment required by May 31, 2026.

Approved 48x36 inch (12 square foot) vinyl façade sign for Hudson Valley Chiropractic at 35 Firehouse Lane, compliant with Village zoning code allowing up to 25 square feet.

Requested $750.00 in escrow to retain attorney services for school district field lighting project; motion withdrawn when attorney waived escrow and agreed to work pro bono.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign the NYCOMCO 5-year contract for Police Department communication radios.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign the NYCOMCO 5-year contract for Department of Public Works communication radios.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign the ElectricAce Operations LLC 5-year contract for preventative maintenance of four Village generators.

Amends the General Fund budget to reflect current information and expenses, with adjustments to various revenue and expense accounts including adjustments for snow removal, interest earnings, state aid, and miscellaneous operational expenses.

Adopts updated sewer user fees and capital fee EDU assessments effective with the March 2026 billing, establishing O&M fee at $162 per Benefit Unit per quarter and revising capital-only EDU assessments based on corrected water consumption data and system infrastructure information.

Extends the public hearing on the North Broadway Corridor Land Use and Zoning Study to March 9, 2026, and directs the Village Clerk to refer the Proposed Amendment to the Dutchess County Department of Planning and Development and the Village Planning Board for review and comment.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute the contract with Dutchess County for a $500,000 grant for sewer expansion.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute the contract with ArchTop Fiber for faster and more cost-effective internet services at Village Hall, wastewater treatment plant, and water treatment plant.

Sets a user fee of 12 cents per kilowatt-hour for the Village's public electric vehicle charger effective February 15, 2026, directs the Village Clerk to post signage announcing the fee, and requires the Board to review use data in 6 months.

Establishes a policy allocating one-quarter of the Trustee training budget to each Trustee for use on municipal training fees and associated necessary expenditures (mileage, lodging, etc.) without prior Board approval; expenses exceeding the allocation require Board discussion and approval prior to expenditure, and all expenses must be audited as vouchers before reimbursement.

Sets a public hearing for February 9, 2026 at 6:35pm to receive comments on proposed amendments to sewer O&M rates and updated EDU assessments for sewer capital fees, and directs the Village Clerk to publish notice and make the proposed resolution available for public inspection.

Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with ADP to create a custom report to address New York State Local Retirement System enhanced ongoing reporting requirements.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Dutchess County Workers' Compensation Annual Agreement.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointments to the Village Green Committee for 2026 with Trustee Frances Uku as Liaison, Tara Barrett as Chairperson, and Brenda Cagle, Jim Cashen, Joy Glass, Kevin Joseph McGinnis, and David Pearson as members. Meetings are scheduled for 1/15/26, 4/16/26, 7/16/26, and 9/17/26 at 6pm at Village Hall.

The Board approves revised snow removal and salting fees with a tiered penalty structure: First offense $2.00/$0.50 per linear foot, second offense $3.00/$0.75 per linear foot, and third+ offense $4.00/$1.00 per linear foot. Fees are effective retroactive to the beginning of the winter season.

Authorize the hiring of Brian Clements as a part-time police officer in the Red Hook Police Department at the 5th year rate, effective immediately.

Set the date of the second public hearing for the North Broadway Corridor Land Use and Zoning Study for January 12, 2026, and direct the Village Clerk to publish legal notice in the newspaper of record.

Approve the appointment of Francisco Pujol as a member of the Village Planning Board.

Authorize the Mayor to execute revised amendment #1 to the existing Operation and Maintenance Agreement with H2O Innovation as the Village's Water and Sewer Operator, updating item number 2 to require both parties to collaborate on sewer system operation.

Increase Treasurer Marybeth De Filippis's hourly wage by 3% from $30.00 to $30.90 effective December 19, 2025, recognizing her accomplishments in establishing NY Class accounts, organizing financial systems, and converting QuickBooks.

Increase Part-Time Laborer Peter Frisenda's hourly wage from $18.54 to $20.60 effective December 19, 2025, reflecting his acquisition of a CDL License.

Authorize the Mayor to sign an extension agreement for the Village's participation in the Dutchess County Crisis Intervention Team Training Program.

Amend the snow removal fee from the draft amount to $4.00 per linear foot.

Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Lori Doty, CPA for completion of a fiscal audit of the Village of Red Hook Justice Court for the year ending May 31, 2025.

Increase the additional fee for a mattress or box spring disposal from $5 to $10 per item, effective immediately.

Increase the snow removal fee to $4.00 per linear foot and add a sanding/salting fee of $1.00 per linear foot, effective immediately.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Professional Services Agreement with Delaware Engineering for WWTP upgrades and STEP sewer system expansion, contingent on removal of MBR reference and requirement for written direction prior to starting different project phases.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Bond Counsel Agreement with Hawkins, Delafield, & Wood LLP for the wastewater project after correcting a typographical error.

Accept a donation from Decker Construction valued at $500 for digging holes necessary for the Village Green Fall Planting Day.

Approve the Menorah Lighting event application located near Municipal Information Booth.

Approve the Parade of Lights event proposed throughout the Village and Town of Red Hook, contingent on receiving an adequate waiver form by December 5, 2025.

Set the first Public Hearing for the North Broadway Corridor Land Use and Zoning Study for December 8, 2025 and direct the Clerk to publish legal notice in the Village's newspaper of record.

Amend the General Fund budget by adjusting revenues and expenses including Refuse & Garbage Services from other governments, Interfund Transfers, Clerk bank fees, State Retirement System, and Police Retirement employer benefits.

Jared Vengrin is appointed to the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees for the remainder of a vacant term ending in January 2027.

Colin Miller is hired as a part-time police officer at the 5th year rate, effective immediately.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Agreement between the Village of Red Hook and the Red Hook Central School District for the 2025-2026 School Year for School Resource Officers Police Services.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Village of Red Hook and Town of Red Hook Police Services Agreement for the 2026 calendar year, which incorporates a capital reserve.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Village of Red Hook and Village of Tivoli Police Services Agreement for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Agreement with Dutchess County for the GML 239 Referral Exemptions.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Renewal of the Dutchess County Shared Services Procurement Assistance Program.

The permit application by the Red Hook Chamber of Commerce for a holiday tree lighting event on December 5th near 6 East Market is approved, with East Market to be closed from the traffic light to Elizabeth Street and a light tower and traffic cones to be set up by the Red Hook Department of Public Works.

A public hearing is set for the North Broadway Corridor Land Use & Zoning Study and the Gateway North Zoning Amendment (Local Law 'B' of 2025) for December 8, 2025.

The Board certifies that unpaid 2025-2026 Village property taxes of $26,446.88 ($24,263.17 principal, $2,183.71 penalty) have been referred to Dutchess County for collection.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to consent to the Village Planning Board serving as the Lead Agency for the proposed development project at 87 East Market Street.

The Planning Board approves the site plan for a multi-family development of three two-family dwellings on Firehouse Lane and authorizes the Chairperson to sign the site plan upon compliance with conditions including sewer easement approval, sidewalk easement for public access, ADA sidewalk bump-outs, and property owner maintenance obligations.

The Board directs the applicant to deposit $500.00 into escrow to fund a technical review by the Village Engineer of stormwater management plans for the 87 E. Market Street site plan application.

The Board approves the minor subdivision application for 15 Maizeland Road allowing the applicant to file the subdivision map with permission to file (rather than waiting for Board of Health approval), subject to conditions that driveway permits be submitted to the Building Department and that a letter from the Water Department confirming water service be obtained.

The Board establishes that Village Elections will be held on March 18, 2026 at Village Hall from 12:00 noon to 9:00 pm, appoints election inspectors and personnel, sets compensation at $16.00 per hour, and confirms use of the County's Registered Voter List.

Classify the site plan for Red Hook Commons, LLC at 87 East Market Street as an unlisted action under SEQR with the Village Planning Board as lead agency and coordinated review with the Village Water Department.

Classify the minor subdivision application for Judith Walsh Carr at 15 Maizeland Road as an unlisted uncoordinated action under SEQR with the Village Planning Board as lead agency.

David Comesanas is hired as a part-time police officer in the Red Hook Police Department's School Resource Officer program, effective immediately.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Village of Tivoli for garbage and recycling collection and transportation, with all collection costs paid by the Village of Tivoli.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the 2025-2026 Sand and Salt Cooperative Agreement with the Town of Red Hook.

H&N Towing (7309 S Broadway, Red Hook) is awarded the 2025-2026 Seasonal All-Night Parking Law Towing Contract.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Penflex Service Fee Agreement for 2025-2026 Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Administration for volunteer members of the Red Hook Fire Company.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the VanDeWater & VanDeWater 2026 engagement agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the agreement with Dutchess County related to the Village's Compost Program grant.

The 30-day notice period is waived for the NYS Liquor License application for East Market Hospitality LLC d/b/a Charlie O's d/b/a Behind the Curtain at 23 East Market Street.

The Board denies the applicant's request for a 7-foot front setback variance but permits a covered entry stoop not exceeding 4 feet in depth and 8 feet in width at 2 Fraleigh Street.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the annual renewal contract with CivicPlus for website services.

Authorize an ofrenda display in the foyer in celebration of the Day of the Dead.

Approve the Halloween Parade organized by the Red Hook Chamber of Commerce scheduled for October 25, 2025.

Authorize payment of all Village bills after audit.

The Board amends the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets as shown in the detailed schedule of adjustments.

The Board restricts any new installations of trees and benches in Abrahams Park until completion of the Master Plan.

The Board expresses support for establishing school speed zones in the Village of Red Hook.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to submit a Greenway Compact Grant application for the Village Center Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project with an in-kind match consisting of DPW labor, materials, and equipment.

The Board authorizes the Red Hook Village Court to apply for a JCAP grant in the 2025-2026 grant cycle up to $30,000.00.

Hire Mark Delpozzo as a part-time officer at the 5th year rate, effective immediately.

Authorize the Village to participate in a free textile recycling program in partnership with Dutchess County and Helpsy with curbside pickup.

All future Board of Trustee meetings and workshops will begin at 6:00pm with the first 30 minutes reserved for voucher review.

The Board approves the addition of painted buffer areas and no-parking signage around four existing crosswalks on State Routes 9 and 199, following the design used in Rhinebeck, with final design review and NYSDOT notification required.

The Village Board proclaims October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and invites the community to 'Light the Village Pink' in celebration.

The Planning Board classifies the project as a Type II SEQRA action and approves the site plan for a 2400 sq. ft. 2-story commercial office building with apartment on St. John Street, subject to conditions including payment of fees and escrow, Department of Health approval, and downward-facing lighting at 3000K or less.

Collect $750.00 escrow from applicants for Village Planning Board Attorney representation and Engineering review for the residential expansion site plan at 31 East Market Street.

Collect $1,500.00 escrow to retain services of Village Planning Board attorney for site plan review at 87 East Market Street.

Authorize the Mayor to execute the annual renewal contract with Employee Assistance Program, required because the Village has Public Works staff with CDL licenses.

The Village receives a free Narcan vending machine from the Dutchess County/MATTER program, with the understanding that the Village will refill the machine and may refuse or request removal at any time. Dutchess County provides a Certificate of Insurance.

The Village authorizes the undertaking of Phase 2 WWTP and STEP Sewer System upgrades at a total estimated project cost of $19,502,800.00, authorizes obligation of local match funds, and designates Mayor Karen Smythe to execute grant agreements and associated documents with the NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation.

The Village amends the General, Water, & Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses as detailed in the schedule of adjustments.

The Board approves a deduct change order for the SCADA Upgrades Project, reducing the total contract amount, and authorizes the Mayor to sign.

The Board approves the event application submitted by the 501(c)(3) organization that will be producing Hardscrabble Day on Village property (municipal lot).

The Board authorizes the Mayor to send a letter of support for Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley's grant program on behalf of the Board.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to sign the 2025 Police Services Agreement between the Village of Red Hook and Town of Red Hook, which includes a clause allowing cancellation at any time.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to sign a Water Service Agreement Contract with 32 Hewlett Road (Town of Red Hook) to provide water service to town properties.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointments of five members to the Public Spaces Committee with terms ending April 5, 2027 to allow for coordinated timing with other committees.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to sign the Consent Order from DEC regarding wastewater treatment plant violations and approves a $5,000 penalty payment to DEC.

Authorize the Village to contract with Callanan Industries under a New York State Office of General Services contract to repave portions of Cambridge Drive and all of Margaret and Tower Streets using NYSDOT funding at a total cost of $152,015.

Authorize the Mayor to engage with Vector Security for security panel installation and monthly monitoring service at both the old and new Wastewater Treatment Plants.

Authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support for the Town of Red Hook's grant application to obtain funding from the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation's Recreation Trails Program for a trail connector between Cookingham Farm Trails and Town Recreation Parks.

The Village Board authorizes the Mayor to submit a Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) grant application for the Sewer Phase II Project, which would expand the Village sewer use area to 170 additional properties with 175,000 gallons per day capacity, including 50,000 gpd dedicated capacity for the Town of Red Hook's Traditional Neighborhood District, with an estimated total project cost of $19.5 million.

The Village Board approves 3% wage increases for eight non-union employees effective June 1, 2025: Clerk to the Justice Rebecca Kent ($22.62 to $23.30/hr), Police & Building Clerk/Typist Lara Hart ($28.20 to $29.05/hr), Village Clerk Jennifer Cavanaugh ($28.00 to $28.84/hr), Deputy Clerk Special Projects Doris Balacic-Scheuing ($19.11 to $19.68/hr), Deputy Clerk Diana Devens ($17.51 to $18.04/hr), Part-Time Laborers Sean Morrisey and Peter Frisenda ($18.00 to $18.54/hr), Part-Time Laborer Robert Smith ($20.00 to $20.60/hr), and Account Clerk Angela Dourdis ($26.50 to $27.30/hr).

Submits a letter of opposition to Dutchess County opposing the inclusion of 25 Fisk Street (parcel 134801-6272-10-493612) in the County Agricultural District based on Village land use principles and practical constraints.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign a contract with Laughing Fox Farm LLC to provide food scrap pickup service for the Village's County-grant-funded compost pilot program with an at-will term allowing cancellation with 30-day minimum notice.

Appoints H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC as the Village's Water & Sewer Operator effective August 1, 2025, authorizes the Mayor to negotiate and sign the contract in consultation with the Village Attorney, and waives any potential conflict arising from the Village Attorney's representation of H2O in a winding-down collection action.

Creates the Public Spaces Committee with appointments by the mayor and board approval, comprising a majority of Village residents serving two-year terms (minimum 3, maximum 10 members) to advise on enhancing and preserving public green space, including the Richard M. Abrahams Memorial Park.

Approve signage for Bliss Juice & Smoothie Bar located at 19 West Market Street as a wrap-around sign conforming to Village Code Section 200-38, not to exceed 24 square feet, contingent on applicant obtaining required building permit before installation.

Send the Site Plan Application for 7481 South Broadway to Delaware Engineering for Sewer Review as required by Village Code.

Grace Kachigian is appointed to a 5-year term on the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees, expiring April 2030.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the 2024 Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Sponsor Authorization Form.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the proposal from Delaware Engineering to delineate the wetland at the Wastewater Treatment Plant property off Morgan's Way as part of the sewer system expansion planning.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Business Associate Agreement with Marshall & Sterling (the Village's insurance broker) to establish terms for handling and protecting private health information.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the NYS Empire State Development grant agreement to accept potential future funding of approximately $1.98 million for the sewer system expansion Phase II project, subject to a $250 application fee.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointments to the Village Green Committee and Events Committee with specified members, officers, and liaisons.

Approves proposed facade signage for Bliss Juice & Smoothie Bar at 7501 N Broadway, subject to Code compliance and eight-foot clearance requirement.

Approves proposed hanging signage for Chiropractic Nutrition at 21 E Market St, subject to Code compliance and eight-foot clearance requirement.

Authorizes the display of the Pride flag on the flagpole near the Prince Street entrance to Village Hall from June 20-23, 2025, in acknowledgment of the BeckHook Pride Festival.

Creates the Climate Smart Communities Task Force to advance the Village's Climate Smart Communities Pledge adopted February 11, 2019, by prioritizing climate action, building resilience, and pursuing Climate Smart Communities certification.

Creates the Events Committee to facilitate and encourage public events in the Village through equitable and fair review of event permit applications.

Establishes the Village Green Committee as authorized under Chapter 179 of the Village Code with defined membership structure, meeting guidelines, and powers to administer the Community Forestry Program.

Authorizes the Village of Red Hook to register in the NYCLASS program for short-term municipal investment and designates Mayor Karen Smythe, Treasurer Marybeth De Filippis, and Comptroller Michele Zagorski as authorized signers.

Authorizes the Mayor to accept the insurance renewal proposal from Marshall & Sterling for $98,745.81 and to pay the $11,460.11 cost increase from Fund Balance.

Authorize proceeding with the next step to host a narcan and fentanyl testing strip vending machine in the Village near the Information Building in collaboration with Dutchess County Department of Health and MATTER.

Authorize the Mayor to submit an application for CFA funding to request funding for Phase II Sewer Expansion.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a contract with Civic Plus to provide a Security Certificate for the Village's website.

A proposed resolution to transfer Hardscrabble assets from the Village of Red Hook to the Village of Red Hook Hardscrabble Events Corp was tabled for further revision and clarification regarding naming of social media accounts and fund restrictions.

The Board of Trustees accepts a donation from Dave's Tree Service valued at $800 to remove a tree and grind the stump at Memorial Park.

Trustee Uku is authorized to send an official thank you letter by surface mail to all property owners who invited the Village to plant trees on their properties.

The Board of Trustees adopts a Sick Leave Bank Policy that allows full-time Village employees who have exhausted leave benefits and are facing a severe loss of income to receive voluntary donations of sick days from other employees with accumulated leave.

The Board of Trustees authorizes the Mayor to create a new Part Time Temporary Clerk position and engage Katie Khakhar as Building/Planning/Zoning Clerk for the Village at $26.00/hr working 10-15 hours per week until Lara Hart returns, with General Fund budget adjustments for 2024-25 and 2025-26 fiscal years.

The Village of Red Hook awards the contract for Fire Services from June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2025 to the Red Hook Fire Company and authorizes the Mayor to sign the contract and submit payment upon receipt of the executed agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the water service contract with the property at 14 Blue Echo Road after corrections including removal of the word 'average' from consumption limits and addition of language establishing that Village Code controls in case of conflict.

The Village Board authorizes the use of remaining ARPA funds ($5,205.44 available) to cover the $6,340 cost of WWTP Capacity Upgrade and Collection System Expansion work completed through August 2024.

The Village Board relevies 37 delinquent utility accounts (water and sewer) totaling $12,183.23 from January-December 2024 onto the 2025-2026 village taxes, with a deadline of April 22, 2025 for payment before relevy.

The Village Board adopts the 2025-2026 budgets for the General Fund ($2,432,927, within NYS tax cap), Water Fund ($593,500), and Sewer Fund ($365,689), and reclassifies the Human Relations Committee contract line to account A7510.4 for Historian services.

The Village Board reschedules the public hearing for the Red Hook Fire Company Agreement to May 12, 2025 at 7:05pm due to inadequate public notice of the original April 24 hearing, and directs the Village Clerk to publish notice in the Village Newspaper.

Authorize the Village Clerk to send a letter to the NYS Liquor Authority requesting waiver of the 30-day advance notice waiting period for Bliss Juice Café's liquor license application.

Accept a donation of a used mini refrigerator from Bard Freecycle with an estimated value of $40 for use by the Water & Sewer Departments.

Approve BeckHook Pride's 2025 parade and festival scheduled for June 22 and waive all fees except for the picnic table fee at $25 per table.

Approve the Red Hook Public Library's Tour de Red Hook event and authorize the Village to cover the first $680 of Police labor costs (2 officers, 4 hours) with any additional Police labor costs to be charged to the Red Hook Public Library, pending confirmation of any required bottled water and portable toilet arrangements.

Authorize the Mayor to sign an updated contract for generator preventative maintenance services with Allstate Power Systems.

Adopt the New York State Local Retirement System's Standard Work Day Resolution for Employees.

Schedule a public hearing for the Red Hook Fire Company Agreement on April 24, 2025 at 7:05pm and direct the Village Clerk to publish notice in the Village Newspaper.

Adopt Local Law 1 of 2025 creating a new Chapter 61 of the Village Code that establishes a framework for the Village Board to establish, modify, and discontinue standing committees by resolution at its annual organizational meeting or as needed throughout the year.

Adopt annual reorganization resolution approving mayor's appointments (Deputy Clerk and Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics), designating bank depositories (Key Bank and M&T Bank), authorizing mileage reimbursement at federal IRS rate, permitting advance payment of utility and postage claims, and establishing meeting schedules for all Village boards and committees for the fiscal year.

Approve the site plan application for 7357 South Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-14-278467) as submitted by plans dated 3/11/2025 prepared by Kristina Dousharm Architecture, PLLC.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointments of Marybeth DeFilippis as Treasurer (2-year term through April 5, 2027), Thomas Mansfield as Associate Justice (1-year term through April 6, 2026), and Christopher Montalto, Esq. as Special Prosecutor (1-year term through April 6, 2026).

Authorize the Mayor to sign the 30-day advance notice waiver for the VFW liquor license application.

Accept a donation of seeds valued at $93 from Victory Seed to the PSI Committee.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the water service contract with 35 Blue Echo Road, a Town of Red Hook resident property.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the letter of engagement with RBT LLP to complete necessary audits including an audit of LOSAP.

Approve the shift to CDPHP Medicare Advantage Plan 201 for Village retirees on Medicare.

Authorize settlement of the Carver Construction dispute by paying $9,600 in full satisfaction of the outstanding balance (reduced from withheld final payment of $19,212.86), and authorize Village Attorney Kyle W. Barnett to finalize and sign all settlement documents.

Appoint Delaware Engineering as Water and Sewer Operators effective March 31, 2025, to provide two to three months of focused operational review and procedures for the WWTP, and authorize the Mayor to sign the attached proposal dated March 26, 2025.

Authorize hiring of one full-time DPW Laborer at approximately $56,000 annually (split between Water and Sewer Funds) to replace contracted operations, with current part-time laborer Jerome Smith III to fill the position effective immediately.

Approved site plan as submitted with lighting proposal for 12 East Market Street (Tax Parcel ID 6272-10-440706) for change of use from eating/drinking establishment to retail business (miscellaneous retail store with signage).

Motion to reject both proposals received for Professional Services for Operation & Maintenance of Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities, citing dramatically increased rates.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the 2025 engagement letter with Rodenhausen Chale & Polidoro for special counsel to the Planning Board and general land use legal advice.

Schedule a public hearing for March 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. on proposed Local Law No. 'A' of 2025, which adopts a new Chapter 61 establishing the framework for standing committees of the Village Board.

Establish a health care opt-out policy for non-union fulltime employees with payments of $2,000 individual, $3,800 for employee and spouse/child, and $5,000 for family, paid as a single check at the end of the insurance year.

Authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with the Red Hook Central School District for the Police Department to provide School Resource Officer services.

Authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with the Village of Tivoli for the Police Department to provide patrol and court officer services.

Authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with the Town of Red Hook for the Police Department to provide patrol services.

Approve a water system connection for 14 Blue Echo Road, located outside Village bounds, pending execution of a service contract and payment of a tapping fee.

Approve hanging signage for Botanical Holistic Wellness retail use at 7508 N. Broadway not exceeding allowable square footage under Village Code Section 200-38, with minimum eight feet clearance from bottom of sign to grade.

Approve site plan application for change in use from bakery to eating/drinking establishment for Bliss Juice & Smoothie Bar at 19 W. Market Street per Zoning Section 200-10-B-(15) and Board of Health approval dated February 1, 2025.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Participation Agreement with the Dutchess County Self-Insured Workers' Compensation Plan.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Preventative Maintenance Contract with Allstate Power Systems, LLC covering three of the four Village-owned generators.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the PANDA Intermunicipal Cooperation Agreement including Rider, which will be valid through 2029.

Approve the appointment of Laura Avella to the Planning Board to fill a vacant seat with a term ending April 5, 2027.

Authorize the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $20,000,000 to finance the construction of improvements to the Village's wastewater treatment plant (Phase 2), as described in the engineers report prepared by Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. dated June 2024.

Establishes a purchasing account with D&S Pump & Supply for Village operations.

Accepts two donations of seed packets valued at $182.50 total from First American Meadow and Hudson Valley Seed Company for the Village's Public Spaces Initiative.

Authorizes the Village to issue a Request for Proposals for professional services for operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Approves the appointment of Marybeth De Filippis as full-time Village Deputy Treasurer with term ending April 7, 2025, and intention to appoint her as Village Treasurer following current Treasurer Lori Urbin's resignation effective April 7, 2025.

Kelly French is appointed to the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees to fill an open seat for the remainder of the term ending January 2027.

The Village accepts a donation of seed packets valued at $400 from Adam's Fairacre Farms for the Public Spaces Initiative.

Authorize the Mayor to sign Change Order No. 1 to the Cherry & Graves Street Water System Upgrade contract.

Approve the site plan for 7484 South Broadway for retail store use as submitted.

Extend site plan approval for 7536 North Broadway for 180 days to May 16, 2025 due to unmet easement condition.

Extend site plan approval for Red Hook Community Center at 59 Fisk Street for 180 days to April 16, 2025 due to unmet lighting condition.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU regarding an amicable resolution to Grievance Number G-24027 filed by Tyrone Lawson on March 18, 2024.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a $3,500 proposal with historian Heather Bruegl to research and develop indigenous history resources, signage, and a proclamation for the Village.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the renewal agreement for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services, which are required by the UPSEA-Department of Public Works contract but available to all employees.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Frontier Services Agreement to provide a static IP address at the Water Treatment Plant.

The Mayor is authorized to sign an amendment to the Intermunicipal Sewer Agreement with the Town of Red Hook.

The Board accepts a donation of seed packets valued at $227 from Sow Rite Seeds for the Village's Public Spaces Initiative.

The Mayor is authorized to enter into a contract with Recite Me for a 1-year extension of the subscription for the Red Hook Library (funded by Dutchess County MIG grant) and a 2-year extension for the Village of Red Hook (at least half funded by MIG grant).

The Board authorizes various purchases using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, including Village Hall improvements, water department equipment, police radio repeaters, and zoning study work, while rescinding prior approval for Solar Radar Speed Signs and storage containers.

The Village agrees to the conditions of the fire protection contract with the Town of Red Hook Fire Protection District and authorizes the Mayor to sign the agreement.

The Board approves the Village Elections scheduled for March 18, 2025, appoints election inspectors, establishes compensation rates, and designates the Village Clerk to read election results.

The Board appoints the law firm of VanDeWater & VanDeWater LLP, Kyle Barnett (Partner), as attorney to the Village of Red Hook effective January 1, 2025, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the Engagement Agreement.

The Board approves wage increases for nine non-union Village employees, ranging from 3% raises to adjustments for minimum wage requirements and increased responsibilities.

The Mayor is authorized to send a letter to the New York State Liquor Authority requesting a waiver of the 30-day waiting period for Mazi's Greek Kitchen Bar's liquor license application.

The Board certifies that the unpaid 2024-2025 Village property taxes being referred to Dutchess County for collection is $23,103.12 as compared and confirmed with the Village's tax collection records.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the engagement letter with Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP to serve as the Village's Bond Counsel.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Dutchess County Crisis Intervention Team and Behavioral Evaluation & Assessment Patrols Agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to renew the Dutchess County shared services procurement assistance program contract.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the United Public Service Employees Union (UPSEU) Department of Public Works Memorandum of Agreement and Contract.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the United Public Service Employees Union (UPSEU) Police Department Memorandum of Agreement and Contract.

Grant area variance for 15 Church Street to permit side yard setback variance and lot coverage variance of 16.46% (exceeding the 15% maximum) based on small lot size and improved compliance with side yard setback requirements.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointment of Christopher Montalto, Esq. as Special Prosecutor for a term ending April 7, 2025.

The Planning Board approves the site plan for animal husbandry (Nigerian dwarf goats) on a 4.22-acre parcel at 25 Fisk Street, limiting the use to a maximum of four animals and imposing six conditions including site plan revisions, fence relocation, and reduction of current animals to comply with Zoning Law Section 200-18.1.

The Planning Board amends the site plan resolution to correct the animal breed description from pigmy goats to Nigerian dwarf goats in the operative conditions.

Authorize the Mayor to enter into an on-call contract with H&N Towing Enterprises for towing vehicles that violate seasonal parking rules at specified rates.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Penflex Service Fee Agreement for the 2024-2025 Service Award Program Administration.

Authorize the Mayor to submit a grant application to Dutchess County for a compost collection program with one bin located at or near Village Hall, transported to Town Recycling Center, with 18-month commitment and annual cost not exceeding $1,000.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses through a schedule of adjustments across multiple accounts.

Authorize the Mayor to proceed with hiring a Full Time Treasurer at $30/hour with 15% employee health insurance contribution, starting no earlier than January 6, 2025, in light of the current Treasurer's resignation effective April 7, 2025.

Abolish the Office of Village Justice, together with the Acting Village Justice, Court Clerk and all supportive services, upon expiration of the current term ending April 5, 2027, subject to permissive referendum.

Approve multiple construction change orders and work change directives for WIIA grant projects with corrected dates and exact dollar amounts.

Approve closeout change order with $5,000 held by the Village for required final inspection approximately one year after construction completion.

Approve payment of $1,600 to Community Action Partnership for services, exceeding the $1,500 budgeted allocation.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the 2024-2025 Sand and Salt Cooperative Agreement with the Town of Red Hook.

Authorize the Mayor to sign an extension to the MIG/Language Access Grant Contract with consistent indemnity provisions.

Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Royal Carting (via NYS piggyback contract) for a 6 yard dumpster to replace the current 4 yard dumpster and reduce monthly costs.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute an agreement with U-Audit for utility and telecommunications billing, cable franchise agreements, and gross receipts tax auditing services, with the future cost savings fee contingent upon written confirmation and limited to a duration of no more than one year.

Approves the Mayor's hiring of Cameron Duntz and Jerome Smith III to fill vacant part-time laborer positions in the Department of Public Works.

Accepts a $300 gift from Kesicke Farm for selling pumpkins at wholesale prices to the Village and a bookcase valued at $323 donated by David Sokol for use at the Red Hook Community Center seed library program.

Authorizes the purchase of a 20-foot used storage container for up to $2,300, a 20-foot by 20-foot galvanized steel carport canopy shelter for up to $2,000, and a Hydro Verge Hydrant Buddy portable cordless hydrant and gate valve exerciser for up to $5,500, using available ARPA funding for the Highway Department.

Amends the bond resolution to increase the estimated maximum cost of various improvements to the Village water system from $1,800,000 to $2,000,000 and authorizes the issuance of $2,000,000 in bonds to finance the appropriation, with grant funds and other appropriations to be applied to reduce the principal amount of bonds issued.

Authorizes the Village of Red Hook Court to apply for a Justice Court Assistance Grant (JCAP) in the 2024–25 grant cycle up to $30,000.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Fiscal Advisors Agreement for WIIA Project 18787.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the ADP Guaranteed Price Agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the ChargePoint Web Connection 2-year Renewal Contract using NYS OGS State Contract Pricing through piggybacking.

The Village Board amends the General Fund budget for Fiscal Year Ending 5/31/25 to correct errors in account codes and current budget figures, with adjustments to revenue and expense accounts including ARPA funding allocation.

The Village Board appoints David Schmitz to a part-time position with the Red Hook Police Department.

The Village Board authorizes Mayor Smythe to execute the Micro-trenching Construction Agreement with ArchTop Fiber.

The Village Board amends the Sewer Fund budget for Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2024 with adjustments to revenue and expense accounts to reflect actual information and expenditures.

The Village Board amends the Water Fund budget for Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2024 with adjustments to revenue and expense accounts to reflect actual information and expenditures.

The Village Board amends the General Fund budget for Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2024 with adjustments to revenue and expense accounts to reflect actual information and expenditures.

The Village Board authorizes temporary parking restrictions on Park Avenue and Church Street Extension to ensure emergency vehicle access to the new Cookingham West public trail system, and directs the addition of a crosswalk across Park Avenue.

The Village Board confirms its designation as SEQRA Lead Agency, determines that the proposed wastewater treatment plant and sewer system expansion project will not have significant adverse environmental impact, authorizes the Mayor to sign Part 3 of the FEAF, and directs the Clerk to publish the Notice of Determination of Significance.

Ron Potter is appointed as a part-time Village of Red Hook Police Officer, primarily to work within the School Resource Officer (SRO) program.

The Village approves sponsorship of the Beyond Zero film as part of HV Climate Smart Solutions Week+ at Bard College, including use of the municipal logo at no cost to the Village.

The Village Board amends the General Fund budget for Fiscal Year Ending 5/31/25 to reflect various revenue and expense adjustments across multiple accounts including court equipment, police services, insurance, retirement, and worker compensation.

The Village approves the 2023 Firefighter Records for 21 volunteer firefighters who qualified for Length of Service Award Program benefits and authorizes the Mayor to sign the Sponsor Authorization Form with program administrator Penflex Actuarial Services, LLC.

The Village Board authorizes the purchase of a 2011 Cross Country 7' x 16' equipment trailer from Jerome Smith for $2,200 to transport the mini-excavator, to be paid from the Water Fund Capital Outlay budget.

Approve the site plan for creation of a second dwelling unit (accessory dwelling unit) on the property at 12 Garden Street, contingent upon Board of Health approval.

Approve the site plan for conversion of commercial structure to nail salon use at 7592 North Broadway with conditions regarding parking area striping and lighting specifications.

The Planning Board consents to the Village of Red Hook serving as lead agency for the STEP Sewer upgrade – Phase II and requests to be notified of all SEQR determinations, proceedings and hearings related to this matter.

Grace Kachigian is appointed to the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees to fill Don O'Shea's seat through May 2025.

The Village authorizes sending a letter of support for the Town of Red Hook's Cookingham Farm Trail Connector Grant Application.

Approves the appointment of Linda Duval to the Village Human Relations Committee.

Appoints the law firm of Mackey Butts & Whalen, LLP, with Richard J. Olson of counsel, as attorney to the Village of Red Hook through December 31, 2024.

Adopts the amended Building/Planning & Zoning Department Fee Schedule including fees for animal husbandry, hens, and honeybees, effective immediately.

Authorizes the Mayor to submit a CFA grant application for the Sewer Phase II project by July 31, 2024, seeking grant funding for infrastructure expansion including expansion of the sewer use area and dedicated capacity for the Town of Red Hook.

Classifies the WWTP upgrade project as a Type I action under SEQRA, authorizes the Mayor to sign the Full EAF, directs the Village Clerk to notify involved agencies, and schedules a public hearing for August 5, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Approves adjustments to the USDA Form E budget for the completed sewer project across multiple line items including engineering, bonding, audits, and contingency.

Authorizes the purchase of four solar radar speed signs to be installed at the four entrances to the Village on Broadway and Market using ARPA funding, pending NYSDOT approval.

The Planning Board deems the site plan application for 12 Garden Street (accessory dwelling unit) sufficient and complete and submits it to Dutchess County for 239m review.

The Planning Board deems the site plan application for 7592 North Broadway (nail salon) sufficient and complete and submits it to Dutchess County for 239m review.

Approve area variance for property at 15 Church Street to reduce side yard setback from 10 feet to 3 feet 7 inches and increase lot coverage from 15% to 16.46%.

Authorize Trustee Bradley-Rickard to pursue membership with the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives and negotiate a cost-sharing agreement with the Town of Red Hook.

Accept an increase in the contract price with Vanguard Cleaning, effective August 1, 2024.

Approve the Application for Corrected Tax Roll by Hearty Roots Community Farm for property at 1-29 Camp Road (SBL 134801-6272-07-635943).

Authorize the purchase of a new Hyundai HX-35 Excavator with grading buckets from A. Montano Co., Inc. for $62,993 using available ARPA funding for use by the Department of Public Works in street repair, water work, and sewer maintenance.

Approve hanging sign for Cocoon Theater at 25 East Market Street, not to exceed code-allowed square footage, conforming to Section 200-38, with condition that sign be raised to minimum 8 feet clearance from ground.

Classify site plan application for Upstate Pines at South Broadway as Type II Action under SEQR with no further environmental review required.

Approve site plan application for Upstate Pines located at South Broadway, Tax Parcel ID 6272-14-271441, as submitted.

Grace Kachigian is appointed to the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees to fill the seat and continue the term previously held by Don O'Shea, expiring May 2025.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for Sewer Service with the Town of Red Hook, including modification to item 8e to remove text up to ability to disperse funds between municipalities.

The Village Board authorizes the Mayor to submit the Sewer Phase II Project for listing on the CWSRF Intended Use Plan, which would expand the Sewer Use Area to include an additional 170 properties with 175,000 gallons per day capacity and 50,000 gallons per day dedicated capacity for the Town of Red Hook's Sewer District, at an estimated total project cost of $19.5 million.

Approves the hiring of David Schmidt as a part-time Police Officer in training.

The Planning Board consents to the Town of Red Hook Board of Trustees serving as lead agency for State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) of the Town sewer project and requests continued notification of all SEQR proceedings.

Authorizes Lt. Hildenbrand to proceed with the purchase of an electric vehicle, related equipment, and charging station for the Police Department using an $80,000 CREST grant, and authorizes the Mayor to approve payment up to the grant amount with vouchers subject to Board review.

Approve a one-foot variance allowing a fence height increase from 4 feet to 5 feet at the Church Street Nursery School playground for safety purposes.

Grant a one-foot variance allowing fence height increase from 4 feet to 5 feet at the Church Street Nursery School playground on the condition that the variance is allowed for safety of a school playground.

Authorize the Mayor to consent that the Town of Red Hook be designated as lead agency for the Town Sewer District formation with discharge to the Village wastewater treatment plant.

Authorize the Mayor to approve the proposal from Lori E. Doty, CPA for audit services of the Village of Red Hook Justice Courts cash receipts and disbursements.

A proposal for Climate Smart Community grant writing assistance from Barton & Loguidice (50/50 matching grant) was tabled pending Village Attorney review and clarification of the potential grant dollar amount.

Accept and approve the transfer of budgeted amounts into the Village of Red Hook Reserve Funds: $2,500 to Fire Reserve Fund, $2,500 to Building Reserve Fund, and $2,500 to Employee Benefit Accrual Reserve Fund.

Application for a 7 square-foot hanging sign at 21 West Market Street classified as TYPE II SEQRA action.

Approval of a double-sided composite/fiberglass resin hanging sign not exceeding allowable square footage, with the condition that applicant provide material specifications and obtain building permit before installation.

Approval of site plan for conversion of former retail equipment shop into cannabis retail dispensary with incidental manufacturing and processing, subject to 11 conditions including prohibition of left-hand turns on Graves Street, limitation of 5 employees in processing, five parking curb stops with possible expansion requirement after six months of operation, odor mitigation requirements, and various other operational restrictions.

The Village Planning Board waives site plan review of lighting, parking, and landscaping for the Upstate Pines change-of-use application, as these elements were previously reviewed and approved by the Town of Red Hook and do not exist on the Village's 0.012-acre portion of the property.

Authorize Mayor to execute NYCOMCO lease renewal agreements for Highway and Police Department communication radios.

Authorize Mayor to send a letter of support to RUPCO describing Village plans for possible zoning changes in the Cookingham/Gateway east area for their NY Restore Grant application.

Amend the General Fund budget (reducing deficit from -$20,105.94 to -$110,494.06 after approving Fund Balance transfers), Water Fund, and Sewer Fund budgets with adjustments to revenues and expenses as detailed in the schedule.

Relevy 30 delinquent water and sewer accounts totaling $15,170.12 and snow removal charges of $5,824.00 onto 2024-2025 Village property taxes with no further payments accepted after April 30, 2024.

Set the tax rate for fiscal year commencing June 1, 2024 at $5.10744 per $1,000 of assessed valuation and levy $1,401,440 in taxes, with collection and penalty schedule.

The Board approves the Mayor's appointments of sewer and water operators and members to various Village boards and committees for one-year terms ending April 7, 2025.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a Customer Service Agreement with Unifirst for the provision of high traffic area rugs and mats.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the modified Equipment Transfer Agreement with Sprint, which terminates the cellular equipment lease on the water tower and transfers ownership of Sprint's concrete equipment building, antenna mounts, and provides a lump sum payment to the Village.

Delaware Engineering is awarded the Engineering Services contract for the Wastewater Expansion Project following competitive evaluation of three qualified firms.

Superior Sanitation is awarded the three-year Septic Tank & Grease Trap Pump Out & Hauling contract (2024-2027) at a total cost of $106,131.84.

The Village offers the existing life insurance plan to all fulltime employees at the employee's cost as a payroll deduction with no cost to the Village.

A part-time laborer is hired in the Highway Department for the summer months.

Approve site plan for Red Hook Community Center at 59 Fisk Street for change of use and addition of shielded parking lot lighting fixtures matching existing fixtures at the Chocolate Factory.

Approve site plan for Italian deli use at 46 West Market Street, dated February 26, 2024, with conditions that any proposed lighting shall not interfere with traffic visibility and shall shield direct light from adjoining streets and properties, and applicant must demonstrate compliance prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, and site plan shall comply with all applicable laws.

Authorize the Village of Red Hook to retain an independent engineer to conduct a peer review of the traffic data and trip generation calculations provided by the applicant for the Lofty Supply site plan application at 7536 North Broadway.

Authorizes the Mayor to execute the Catalis License Renewal Contract for the Village's tax and utility software system.

Corrects prior budget amendment errors in General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect accurate account balances and adjustments.

Adopts the 2024-2025 General Fund budget at $2,249,772, Water Fund budget at $560,000, and Sewer Fund budget at $345,965, all within tax cap constraints.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign the DCWWA Consecutive Water System Agreement and Addendum for the Traditions at Red Hook community.

Approval of proposed hanging signage with lighting from site plan dated 2/23/2024 for property at 7478 South Broadway (Tax Grid #6272-10-431694), with condition that proposed lighting shall not interfere with traffic visibility and shall shield direct light from adjoining streets and properties.

The Board directs the Planning Board Secretary to contact Hudson Valley Engineering to retain a traffic consultant to evaluate traffic concerns related to the proposed Lofty Site Plan application at 7536 North Broadway, including the adequacy of the one-way in and one-way out traffic pattern and potential improvements to the Graves Street curb cut and egress.

Approval of special permit application for 32 Garden Street, Red Hook, NY (Tax Parcel ID 6272-10-250660) for conversion of an illegal 3-family dwelling to a legal 2-family dwelling as proposed in plans dated January 29, 2024, with conditions regarding signature boxes and compliance with all applicable laws.

The Planning Board approves the Site Plan Set for conversion of an existing medical office building to a two-family dwelling at 7385 South Broadway (Tax Parcel #6272-10-292549), subject to payment of all fees and approval by the Dutchess County Board of Behavioral and Community Health of water supply and wastewater disposal methods.

Approve BeckHook Pride parade for June 22, 2024 at 10 AM and authorize Village to purchase and fly pride flag on secondary flag pole during June as government speech.

Approve hiring of Vanguard Cleaning for weekly Village Hall cleaning services with potential future use for additional services such as window cleaning.

Authorize Mayor to sign annual service contract with Allstate Power Systems for generator service at Village Hall, water plant, and wastewater treatment plant.

Authorize Mayor to sign the 2023-2024 School Year Red Hook Police Department School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with Red Hook Central School District.

Proceed with Request for Proposals for 2024-2027 Septic Tank & Grease Trap Pump Out & Hauling Contract.

Authorize Mayor to write and send a letter of support for VFW Post 7765 grant application for capital plan improvements.

Authorize Mayor to sign contract with Michele Zagorski LLC for past sewer project related services.

Authorize amendment to original 2021 contract with Financial Advisors and Marketing to include not-to-exceed budget of $17,000.

Approve adjustments to General Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund budgets for fiscal year 2023-2024 to reflect current revenue and expense information.

Approve modifications to USDA Form E budget for completed sewer project, adjusting line items including engineering fees, contingency, and contract amounts while maintaining total project cost.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the letter of engagement with Youngwirth Law for labor and employment legal services (2024) as amended to remove reference to the Town of Red Hook.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the update to the Red Hook Fire Company Length of Service Award Plan (LOSAP) Document, provided by Penflex, restated January 1, 2024.

Authorize the Village to move forward with the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Sewer Capacity Expansion – Engineering Services.

Approve modifications to the USDA Form E Budget for the Sewer Project, adjusting line items within the approved total Project Cost as shown in the Modified Budget – Revised on Form E dated 2/21/24.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a lease agreement with Bell Copiers for a printer/copier/scanner for the Police Department at $96/month with 1,000 page allowance.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the renewal participation agreement with the Dutchess County Self Insured Workers Compensation Plan.

The Village of Red Hook adopts the Pro-Housing Communities Pledge and commits to streamlining permitting, adopting fair housing policies, incorporating regional housing needs, increasing residential development capacity, and encouraging diverse housing types.

The Village adopts a fund balance policy for the General Fund establishing a minimum unassigned fund balance of 15% to a maximum of 25% of the subsequent year's budgeted expenditures.

The Village Board approves changes to the sewer project budget line items as shown in the modified Form E dated January 25, 2024, with total project cost remaining within the approved amount.

The Village Board approves refinancing the new Garbage/Leaf Truck purchase with $17,400 from truck sale proceeds, $2,500 from Highway Reserve Fund line item, and $80,100 from General Fund balance, with a $50,000 refinanced amount for a 3-year term.

Approve a lot line adjustment between two parcels owned by Thomas LeGrand to enlarge the St. John Street parcel and reduce the West Market Street parcel, with a permanent easement for parking at 49 W. Market Street.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a fee letter agreement with Hawkins, Delafield & Wood LLP as bond counsel for the Village's EFC Refunding Bonds related to the sewer construction project.

The Mayor is authorized to sign Amendment 1 to the Fire Service Agreement between the Town of Red Hook and the Red Hook Fire Company, affecting Village services due to the firehouse location on Village property.

The Mayor is authorized to sign an online auction contract with Auctions International Inc. to sell the surplus old garbage/leaf truck, with discretion to negotiate with the high bidder rather than accept the initial offer.

The Village approves funding sources for the 2020 International Garbage/Leaf Truck purchased in August 2023 for $218,000, utilizing $29,000 from the Highway Reserve Fund and $39,000 from CHIPS funding (Acct A5110.3), with potential for additional funding sources before finalizing long-term financing.

Authorizes the Mayor to sign an amendment to the Inter-Municipal Agreement with Town of Red Hook and Village of Tivoli providing that costs associated with the volunteer firefighter Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) be paid solely by the Town of Red Hook.

The Board accepts the low bid from Amity Construction for the base bid, bid alternates 1 and 2 for the Cherry and Graves Street Water Upgrades project totaling $1,003,560.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to sign the T-Mobile First Amendment to Site Lease Agreement to increase the rent paid to the Village for the proposed equipment upgrade.

The Board approves adding one additional personal leave day to Highway and non-union Village Full-Time employees as a one-time benefit due to the transition of the pay week ending from Friday to Thursday to align all Village departments.

The Board adopts Local Law No. 5 of 2023 amending Chapter 190 Vehicle and Traffic Code to limit parking in the Village parking lot to four hours between 8 AM and 5 PM, prohibit all-day parking except with permit, and allow closure with forty-eight hour notice.

The Board adopts a Negative Declaration finding no significant adverse environmental impacts and adopts Local Law No. 4 of 2023 clarifying that residential, commercial, or mixed-uses are permitted on a single lot in the Neighborhood Mixed Use District.

Mayor authorized to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU amending the Collective Bargaining Agreement to include the position of hourly police officer.

The Village General Fund budget is amended to increase Police Equipment/Lease account by $7,640 and decrease Other General Government Support by $7,640, reflecting budget adjustments for car lease and radio repeaters.

Officer Tyrone Lawson is appointed to the position of Full Time Hourly Police Officer effective November 30, 2023, at the hourly rate specified in Article 8A of the UPSEU collective bargaining agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to execute the 2023-2024 Penflex service fee agreement.

The Mayor's appointment of Janice Potter to the Zoning Board of Appeals is approved to immediately fill a vacant seat with an existing term.

The Mayor and Trustee Bradley-Rickard are authorized to sign a letter of support to Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County for their grant proposal to assist Red Hook in becoming a Climate Smart Community.

The Board amends the General Fund budget to reallocate $50,000 from Zoning Per Service to Zoning Contractual Expenses (reflecting movement of CEO & ZEO positions), add $5,229 in revenue from sale of equipment, and adjust Material Management Equipment account accordingly.

The Board approves a $11,500 traffic study by Creighton Manning to evaluate speed limit reduction to 25 mph and school speed zone options, to be funded from available ARPA funds.

The Board approves a $15,000 feasibility study by Delaware Engineering to assess options for expanding wastewater treatment plant capacity, to be funded from available ARPA funds.

The Board classifies the zoning amendment as a Type I action under SEQRA, authorizes the Mayor to sign the Environmental Assessment Form, schedules a public hearing for December 11, 2023, and directs the Clerk to publish notice, distribute the proposal and EAF to the County Planning Department, send copies to the Planning Board and Code Enforcement Officer, and notify adjacent municipalities.

The Board schedules a public hearing for December 11, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on proposed Local Law E of 2023 for vehicle and traffic regulation amendments, and directs the Clerk to publish notice, distribute the proposal to the Code Enforcement Officer and Police Lieutenant for review, and send notice to adjacent municipalities.

The Village extends its contract with Dutchess County for Crisis Intervention Team training and Behavioral Evaluation & Assessment Team patrols through December 31, 2024, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the extension agreement.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Dutchess County Shared Services Procurement Assistance Program agreement effective November 1, 2023 through October 31, 2024.

The Mayor is authorized to sign the Salt and Sand Cooperative Agreement with the Town of Red Hook for the 2023-24 winter season.

The Village awards the 2023-2024 seasonal all-night parking law towing contract to H&N Towing Enterprises at a rate of $205 per vehicle (including 3 days storage) and $75 per vehicle for each additional day.

The Village amends the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets with adjustments including: General Fund reductions in State Aid Revenue Sharing (-$18) offset by Interest and Earnings increase (+$1,991.80), with adjustments to Clerk Bank Fees, Elections expenses, and Material Management Equipment; Water Fund increase to tapping fee revenue (+$3,000) with adjustments to Bond Counsel and Tools accounts; and Sewer Fund addition of $2,500 revenue from sale of excess materials with adjustment to Admin Per Service.

The Village transitions Kathy Fell from employment to hourly consultant status effective November 3, 2023; promotes Rebecca Kent to Court Clerk with a 2% salary increase from $21.53 to $21.96 per hour; and hires Seymone Rosenberg as a Temporary Clerk at $15.00 per hour.

The Village authorizes the refunding of its $3,673,000 Sewer System Improvement Serial Bond-2023 through the issuance of new refunding bonds, delegates authority to the Village Treasurer to determine the bonds to be refunded and terms of issuance, and pledges the faith and credit of the Village to the payment of principal and interest through a general tax on taxable real property.

Approves variance from 3-foot to 6-foot fence height at 2 Cambridge Drive (Tax Parcel ID 6272-14-258489) based on unique lot configuration, existing adjacent fencing, and applicant safety needs.

Approves two area variances (side and rear yard) for 4 Kent Road (Tax Parcel ID 6272-09-204526) to reduce setbacks to 5 feet for an inground pool installation.

Hire Jacob Hikade as a part-time police officer in the Village of Red Hook Police Department effective immediately, following the recommendation of Lieutenant Hildenbrand.

Approve the minor subdivision of St. Paul's Lutheran Church property at 7412 South Broadway to create a separate parcel around the existing rectory.

Approve the lot line/minor subdivision application for Cookingham Property West to divide property among the Village of Red Hook, Town of Red Hook, and a farmer for continued agricultural use.

Awards the Water System SCADA Upgrades contract to Avanti Control Systems, Inc., the second-lowest responsive bidder, for $416,700.00 after the low bidder forfeited their bid.

Awards the Water Tank Rehabilitation project (Contract 1G) to Worldwide Industries Corporation, the low bidder, for $373,500.

Authorizes the payment of $15,570.13 for emergency vehicle upfit using fund balance while leasing the new Police Department vehicle as previously approved.

Authorizes the Highway Department to purchase a line stripper for up to $6,500.

Authorizes the Village to solicit public bids for the Cherry & Graves Streets Water Upgrades project included in the 2022 WIIA grant, with bid opening scheduled for December 7, 2023 at 1:00pm.

Authorizes the Mayor to submit a grant application to Dutchess County for up to $200,000 to fund the Municipal Area Improvement Project, which will improve accessibility and public space by relocating the County Bus Stop and reconfiguring Village Hall and surrounding areas.

Authorize the Mayor to proceed with leasing a police vehicle at a cost not to exceed $57,000 over a 4-year lease period.

Accept the low bid from General Control Systems, Inc. for $320,219.00 (base bid $310,839.00 plus bid alternative $9,380.00) for the Water System SCADA Upgrades project.

Hire Robert Smith as a part-time laborer (as needed, no benefits) at a pay rate of $20 per hour for CDL driving needs.

Authorize the Mayor to direct the Village Engineer (Delaware Engineering) to investigate the NYSDEC Site Management Plan and environmental easement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant parcel at a cost not to exceed $6,000.00.

Approve the supplementation of the Village's Code by General Code to integrate all new code related material into both physical and digital forms.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current expenses including police equipment lease ($3,800), police vehicle repair adjustment ($-1,300), clerk bank fees ($-3,000), code publisher ($5,500), fund balance adjustment ($-2,500), engineering for DEC reporting ($6,000), and sewer admin and sanitary sewer adjustments ($-6,000).

Authorize the Red Hook Village Court to apply for a Justice Court Assistance Program (JCAP) grant in the 2023-24 grant cycle for up to $30,000.00 to obtain equipment and ancillary apparatus for the Justice Court operations.

Hold a Village Special Election on October 24, 2023 at Village Hall from 12:00 noon to 9:00 pm; appoint Election Inspectors Jennifer VanVoorhis (Chairperson) and Beverly VanVoorhis, Alternate Inspector Lori Urbin; compensate inspectors at $15.00 per hour; appoint Village Clerk Jennifer Cavanaugh to read election results; utilize the County of Dutchess Registered Voter's List.

Accept the minor subdivision application for St. Paul's Lutheran Church at 7412 South Broadway to create a separate parcel for the parsonage building as a complete application.

Classify the minor subdivision application for 7412 South Broadway as an unlisted action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act.

Accept the lot line and minor subdivision application for Cookingham Property West (Village Tax Parcel IDs 6272-07-564993 and 6272-07-549960) as a complete application.

Consent to the Town of Red Hook serving as Lead Agency for the environmental review of the Cookingham Property West lot line and minor subdivision application, with the Village to be notified of all SEQR determinations and proceedings.

Accept the nomination of Martha A. Tepepa Covarrubias to fill the remainder of the term on the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees previously held by Joshua Barfield.

Accept the nomination of Leigh Bahnatka to fill the remainder of the term on the Red Hook Public Library Board of Trustees previously held by Sally Dwyer-McNulty.

Authorize the Village to submit a letter of intent to apply for a Community Block Development Grant for the proposed project to improve public accessibility and transportation access.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to adjust revenue and expense accounts, including funding for a garbage truck, water infrastructure improvements, and sewer project capital expenses.

Authorize Mayor Smythe to sign the Letter of Agreement with Nelson Pope & Voorhis to provide planning consulting services for review of the proposed future development involving the Cookingham East property, with a budget of $15,000.

Hold a public hearing on October 10, 2023 at 7:05pm to solicit project ideas from the community for Community Block Development Grant funds and to receive comments on the Village's proposed project to improve public transportation access and accessibility to Village Hall, police department, and nearby businesses.

Adjust the capital and O&M fees for Knollwood Commons to reflect only the costs for the force main system and wastewater treatment plant, reducing their charges to 69% of capital cost per EDU ($494.04/yr or $123.51/qtr) and 76% of O&M cost per EDU ($236.36/yr or $59.09/qtr).

Direct that a special election be held on October 24, 2023 to determine whether the Red Hook Fire Department Service Award Program shall be amended effective January 1, 2024 to increase the annual Service Award contribution from $500 to $1,200 for each calendar year during which an active volunteer firefighter earns a year of service credit.

Rescind Resolution #38 dated July 27, 2023 regarding voter approval to amend the Service Award Program for Active Volunteer Firefighter Members of the Red Hook Fire Department.

The Village Board approves the hiring of Nelson Pope Voorhis as the Village of Red Hook Planner (consultant) following evaluations and interviews.

The Village Board amends the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses including miscalculated revenue, prior year refunds, insurance adjustments, police software, planning services, water repairs and tools, and sewer operations.

The Village Board amends the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect final 2022-2023 fiscal year end information and expenses with adjustments across multiple line items in all three funds.

The Village Board approves the 2022 Firefighter Records list for the LOSAP program following the required 30-day posting review, with no changes made during the review period, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the 2022 SPONSOR AUTHORIZATION FORM to permit the program administrator to determine funding requirements.

The Village Board approves the replacement of inoperable Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) at Well 13 and aging VFD at Well 14, to be relocated from the Water Treatment Plant to near the wells, authorizes award of electrical work to Whalen Electric at $16,200, with additional $5,800 for VFD equipment, for a total not to exceed $25,000 allocated to account EW9710.8 – USDA Reserve.

The Village Board authorizes the solicitation of public bids for Water System SCADA Upgrades and Water Tank Rehabilitation projects, two projects included in the 2022 WIIA grant, with bids to be received by 1:00pm on September 12, 2023 and October 10, 2023 respectively.

The Board adopts Local Law 3 of 2023 to amend zoning regulations to allow day-care facilities in General Business and Gateway Business zoning districts, reduces regulatory barriers to opening new day-care facilities, and adopts a Negative Declaration under SEQRA finding no significant adverse environmental impacts.

Approve the proposed site plan application for 29 W. Market Street (Tax Parcel ID 6272-10-413739) to move 12 seats from inside to outside for outdoor seating, with conditions regarding ramp repair and door accessibility.

Approve the proposed site plan for 7366 South Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-14-320493) for conversion to four 1-bedroom apartments, contingent upon Board of Health approval and with conditions allowing exterior lighting adjustments for up to 60 days after Certificate of Occupancy, classified as non-conforming use.

Approve the proposed site plan for storage use of cannabis at 7536 North Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-06-470753), with condition allowing the Planning Board the right to require adjustments to exterior lighting for up to 60 days after Certificate of Occupancy, limited to adjustment, dimming, and/or shielding of lighting fixtures.

Authorizes the Mayor to provide a letter of support from the Village of Red Hook to RUPCO for their Empire State Development Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund Grant application for the Cookingham East/Red Hook Gateway Project.

Authorizes the Mayor to write a letter of intent to apply for a NY Forward grant program.

The ZBA reverses the Code Enforcement Officer's violation citation requiring removal of five Nigerian Dwarf pygmy goats from the property, finding that keeping the goats constitutes a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act to provide emotional support for the owners' minor daughter with documented psychological needs.

Authorizes the Village Treasurer to open a credit account with Ruge's Ford for use by the Highway Department, with specified authorized signers and procurement policy compliance requirements.

Directs that a public referendum be held on November 7, 2023 to seek voter approval to increase the annual Service Award contribution for active volunteer firefighters from $500 to $1,200 effective January 1, 2024.

Approve a double-sided freestanding sign (32x48 inches, 8 feet tall) at 49 West Market Street with the condition that signage shall not interfere with traffic and the applicant must return to the Board if any issues arise.

Approve the minor subdivision and lot line alteration for the property at 35-39 Garden Street (Tax Parcel ID 6272-09-240689) as presented.

Classify the site plan application for the apartment conversion project at 7366 South Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-14-320493) as a TYPE II Action requiring no further environmental review under SEQR.

Classify the minor subdivision/lot line alteration application for RTC Farm, LLC property at 7598-7617 North Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-07-564993) as an unlisted action requiring SEQR Part II and III review.

Declare a negative declaration under SEQR Part II for the minor subdivision/lot line alteration at 7598-7617 North Broadway, finding that the proposed action will not result in significant adverse environmental impacts.

Approve the amended minor subdivision/lot line alteration for RTC Farm, LLC property at 7598-7617 North Broadway (Tax Parcel ID 6272-07-564993) reconfiguring multiple parcels including RTC Farm parcels and providing new Route 9 frontage, as shown in revised plans dated 05-26-2023.

Classify the site plan application for relocation of 12 indoor seats to outdoor seating at 29 West Market Street (Tax Parcel ID 6272-10-413739) as a TYPE II Action requiring no further environmental review.

The Mayor is authorized to submit a grant application through Senator Michelle Hinchey's Office for a reimbursable grant to purchase an electric police vehicle, equipment, and charging port (including installation) for use primarily by the School Resource Officer program.

The Board approves the transfer of budgeted 2022-23 funds totaling $12,500 to various reserve funds: $2,500 each to Police Vehicle/Equipment Reserve, Highway Reserve, Fire Reserve, Building Reserve, and Employee Benefit Accrual Reserve.

The Board adds two new fees to the Building, Planning & Zoning Department Fee Schedule: a $250 fee for lifting a stop work order and a $500 per day fee for violating a stop work order, effective immediately.

The Board determines that Local Law C of 2023 is a Type I action under SEQRA, designates itself as the only involved agency, schedules a public hearing for August 14, 2023, and directs the Clerk to publish notice, refer the proposal to the County Department of Planning and Development, and notify adjacent municipalities.

The 2006 International 7500 SBA truck is declared surplus and will be put up for auction after a new garbage/leaf truck is purchased and received, with proceeds applied to reduce the bond financing amount.

The Village is authorized to issue bonds not to exceed $218,000 to finance the acquisition of a garbage/leaf truck, with a bond maturity period not to exceed five years and a probable useful life of fifteen years.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to engage the firm of Youngwirth Law to provide Labor and Employment Legal Services for the fiscal year at rates consistent with the prior agreement with Mackey, Butts, & Whalen.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to engage Lori E. Doty, CPA to perform the 2022-23 Court Audit at a fee of $900.

The Board authorizes the Mayor to sign the Master Services Agreement with Lexipol for a full library of customizable, state-specific law enforcement policies; the annual fee of $4,600 is budgeted under A3120.49 Police – Software and the one-time implementation fee of $14,800 will be funded using Unrestricted Fund Balance.

The Board approves amended meeting start times of 6:30 pm for both Planning Board (2nd Thursday) and Zoning Board of Appeals (4th Thursday) meetings held in Village Hall.

The Board adopts Local Law No. 2 of 2023 to permit animal husbandry, hens, and beekeeping as accessory uses to residential properties in the R10,000 and R20,000 Zoning Districts, subject to specified controls and limitations.

Amended Local Law 'B' to reduce animal husbandry setback to 75 ft, eliminate honeybee lot size requirement, reduce honeybee distance to 50 ft from public roads/alleys/sidewalks, and require public notice to neighboring parcels.

Appointed Trustee Melkorka Kjarval as Deputy Mayor of the Village of Red Hook effective immediately.

Appointed Diana Devens to the position of Deputy Village Clerk at a starting salary of $17.00 per hour, with authorization for residency anywhere in Dutchess County rather than requiring Village residency. Resolution took effect immediately.

Adopted a Negative Declaration and adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2023 to permit non-residential uses to install one internally illuminated window sign not to exceed 1.5 square feet, subject to specified conditions. Directed the Village Clerk to enter the law in the minutes and Village Code, give notice to the Secretary of State, and file the Negative Declaration with the Environmental Notice Bulletin.

Adopted a Negative Declaration finding that the adoption of Local Law B will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts and directed the Village Clerk to file notice of the Negative Declaration with the Environmental Notice Bulletin.

Approved 2.5% wage increases effective June 1, 2023, for five non-union Village employees: Rebecca Kent (Clerk to the Justice), Lara Hart (Police & Building Clerk/Typist), Jennifer Cavanaugh (Village Clerk), Doris Balacic-Scheuing (Deputy Clerk – Special Projects), and Zachary Simmons (Part-Time Laborer).

Declared surplus and authorized for auction: 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle with no motor, US Saw track cutting pipe saw, three 2,000 gallon septic tanks, and approximately 50 fiberglass risers for septic tanks. Three septic tanks will have minimum bid based on prior offers received.

Approved the Mayor's appointments of Fire Inspector Clark Kimble, Building Inspector/Code & Zoning Enforcement Officer Gary Beck, Deputy Building Inspector & Code Enforcement Officer William Johosky, and Deputy Zoning Enforcement Officer Thomas Keith.

Approve metal sign panel attachment to existing freestanding sign at 7518 North Broadway, with applicant required to obtain building permit prior to installation.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Extension/1st Amendment to the Water Interconnect IMA Agreement between the Town and Village of Red Hook, dated November 1, 1991.

Delete sentence 3 from paragraph 8 of the resolution regarding wastewater inspection requirements.

Reverse the Code Enforcement Officer's determination that the property at 26 Elizabeth Street is an illegal three-family use, finding instead that it is a pre-existing non-conforming use that predates the Village's 1955 zoning adoption.

Authorize the Village Treasurer to open credit accounts with D&S Pump & Supply and Harbor Freight Tools for the Highway Department, with specified authorized signers, for equipment and supplies supporting the sewer system operation and maintenance.

Authorize a consultant agreement with Z3 Consultants, Inc. for building code and zoning enforcement services from June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024 at a rate of $125.00 per hour, with authorization for the Mayor to sign the contract.

Establish June 12, 2023 as the date for a public hearing on the amended Local Law to Regulate Animal Husbandry, Hens and Honeybees, and authorize the Village Clerk to publish notice and refer the law to the County Planning Department.

Approval of hanging signage at 7 East Market Street that does not exceed allowable square footage and conforms to Section 200-38 of the Code of the Village of Red Hook; applicant must sign and submit required building permit prior to installation.

Approval of the site plan application for 7375-7377 South Broadway with the condition that Board of Health approval is obtained.

Authorize Mayor to sign extension to the Water Interconnect Inter-Municipal Agreement between Town and Village of Red Hook.

Authorize Mayor to sign Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU establishing pay rates for newly created Full-Time Police Lieutenant and Full-Time Police Sergeant positions.

Create the position of Full-Time Police Lieutenant; set salary for the position per the proposed Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU; temporarily appoint Sergeant Patrick Hildenbrand to Lieutenant position and Officer Travis Sterritt to Sergeant position, both effective June 1, 2023; authorize Mayor to execute necessary documentation.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets with specified adjustments to revenue and expense accounts as detailed in the resolution schedule.

Authorize Mayor to execute Memorandum of Agreement with United Public Service Employees Union regarding change in health insurance carriers from MVP to CDPHP effective May 1, 2023, with updated language reflecting increased deductible amounts.

Authorize settlement of litigation by Vincent P. Zitz claiming $125,000 for sewer easements and compensatory damages, with settlement amount of $2,475.00; authorize counsel to execute stipulation and treasurer to issue check.

The Board approves the water leak adjustment policy with adjustments as discussed.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a month-to-month contract with Welsh/Royal Carting for a roll-off dumpster service at the Village Highway Garage.

The Village Board amends the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets with various adjustments across revenue and expense accounts including auditor services, building utilities, police vehicle maintenance, street maintenance, snow removal, park maintenance, insurance, water system updates, and sewer repairs.

The Board establishes May 8, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. as the date for a public hearing on proposed Local Law to regulate animal husbandry, hens and beekeeping as accessory uses in R10,000 and R20,000 Zoning Districts, directs the Village Clerk to publish notice and notify adjacent municipalities and the County Department of Planning and Development, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the Environmental Assessment Form.

The Board establishes May 8, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. as the date for a public hearing on proposed Local Law A to permit internally illuminated window signs not to exceed 1.5 square feet, directs the Village Clerk to publish notice and notify adjacent municipalities and the County Department of Planning and Development, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the Environmental Assessment Form.

Approve a 30 x 36 double-sided hanging sign with new brackets at 7 East Market Street, with 8 feet clearance from sidewalk, within Code Section 200-38 guidelines.

Classify the dance studio site plan at 7375-7377 South Broadway as a Type II action under CEQR requiring no further environmental review.

The Mayor is authorized to execute the engagement letter with Mackey Butts & Whalen LLP.

The Board authorizes the Village to sign the Dutchess County Shared Services Procurement Assistance Program agreement for procurement support services.

The Board approves a sewer use area EDU reassessment for 7472 South Broadway (parcel 433677), splitting the 3 existing EDUs into 2 EDUs for parcel 433677 and 1 EDU for parcel 435669 following a lot line adjustment.

The Mayor is authorized to execute the 2023-2024 Septic Tank & Grease Trap Pump Out & Hauling Contract with Superior Sanitation for sewer service area maintenance.

The Mayor is authorized to negotiate with the Police Union (UPSEU) to determine a potential pay level for a lieutenant position in the Police Department.

The Board adopts the annual reorganization resolution approving the Mayor's new appointments including Village Treasurer (Lori Urbin), Associate Justice (Thomas Mansfield), Planning Board (Beth Pagano), Zoning Board of Appeals (Kristin Luks), and committee members; designates Key Bank and M&T Bank as depositories; approves mileage reimbursement at current federal IRS rates; authorizes advance payment of utility and postage claims pending audit; designates The Daily Freeman as official newspaper; and renews the meeting schedule.

The Board adopts the Model Procedures for Member Videoconferencing as required by the videoconferencing authorization resolution in compliance with Public Officers Law 103-a.

The Board authorizes Board members to attend meetings by videoconference under extraordinary circumstances in compliance with New York State Public Officers Law Section 103-a, subject to maintaining an in-person quorum and recording requirements.

The Board adopts the 2023-2024 Village budget consisting of a General Fund of $2,187,320, a Water Fund of $556,100, and a Sewer Fund of $340,965, with the General Fund remaining within the NYS tax cap and reflecting a tax rate reduction.

Accept the low bid from Superior Sanitation for sewer sludge pump-out and hauling services.

Accept a $300 donation from Devereux as gratitude to the Village Police Department.

Accept the candidacy of Gareth Davies and appoint him to fill a vacant seat on the Red Hook Library Board of Trustees.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the AllState Power Systems contract as amended to include coverage for the new generator at the wastewater treatment facility.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Defined Contribution Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Investment Policy Statement from RBC Wealth Management dated April 2023.

Appoint Lori Urbin as Treasurer of the Village of Red Hook, effective at midnight on March 17, 2023.

Amend the General, Water, and Sewer Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses as shown in the detailed adjustment schedules for each fund.

Authorize the Mayor to execute the amended subcontractor agreement with Red Hook Responds incorporating requested changes.

Authorize the Mayor to execute the amended 2023 STOP-DWI Contract Extension with updated County Executive information.

Authorize the Mayor to execute the WIIA financing agreement with the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation.

Approved the minor subdivision/lot line alteration for RTC Farm, LLC at 7617 North Broadway with the condition that plans be resubmitted to include staking to show monumentation of new boundary.

Authorizes Sgt. Hildenbrand to hire Russell Wright as a part-time police officer in the Village of Red Hook Police Department.

Approves $1,000 from budget line item 7620.4 Adult Recreation for Red Hook Seniors organization.

Authorizes Mayor Smythe to sign a 60-month lease with Bell Copier for a copier/printer/scanner/fax in the Clerk's office to replace the existing expired lease.

Authorizes Mayor Smythe to sign the CMI Tech annual contract for IT services.

Authorizes Mayor Smythe to sign a subcontractor agreement with Red Hook Responds for the NYS Office of Children and Family Services grant, requiring RHR to follow all grant requirements and indemnifying the Village if RHR fails to do so.

The Village will procure 3 Verizon smart phones for the Red Hook Police Department at a cost of $39.99 per month per phone plus fees, with contracts starting in the current fiscal year and funded from budget line 3120.41.

The Mayor is authorized to sign a contract for the ADP Time Kiosk App for employee time tracking at a cost of $936 per year plus the cost of 3 tablets and equipment to secure them.

The Board approves the establishment and filling of a part-time Zoning Enforcement Officer position at 15 hours per week to address the increased number of permits and complaints.

Approve the site plan as proposed prepared by D.F. Wheeler Engineers, P.C., dated 11/9/2022 for Rhinebeck Bank located at 7350 South Broadway with the requirement that application shall comply with all Local, County, State & Federal Laws.

Approve the site plan prepared by Mark R. Graminski, P.E., L.S., P.C., dated January 21, 2023 and issue a special permit for T-Spoon Bakery to operate as a wholesale business under Section 200-10-D-(7) of the General Business District, with permission to increase menu items to include wholesale vegetarian items per Board of Health approval dated January 17, 2023.

Approve the site plan prepared by Mark R. Graminski, P.E., L.S., P.C., dated January 21, 2023 for Locavore Market to operate as an eating and drinking establishment under Section 200-10-B-(14) of the General Business District, with conditions including Board of Health approval and compliance with all Local, County, State and Federal Laws.

Grant a 5th one year extension of the Site Plan approval dated April 12, 2018 for Patricia Breinin/Inwood Foundation with property located at Firehouse Lane, extending approval to February 10, 2024.

Approve the proposed hanging sign for property located at 37 Market Street, with conditions that signage shall not exceed square footage limits per Village Code, cannot occupy more than 25% of any window space, cannot have brochure displays outside for business (except village maps for public use), and must comply with all Local, County, State and Federal Laws.

Amend the 2nd condition of the sign approval to permit outside brochure display for village maps for public use.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the Water Agreement with Bell Jar LLC (a.k.a., Mighty Donuts).

Appoint Anna Greig to the Red Hook Library Board for a 5-year term.

The Mayor and Board authorize the reappointment of Thomas Mansfield as Associate Village Justice through April 30, 2023.

The Village Board authorizes renewal of the Police life insurance policy as required by the Police Department Union Contract.

The Village Board approves H&N Towing Enterprises (7309 S Broadway) as the on-call towing company for the 2022-2023 season at a fee of $175 per vehicle including 3 days of storage, plus $50 per day for each additional day of storage.

The Village Board amends the General Fund budget to reflect current information and expenses, including revenue adjustments for Grants from Local Government ($21,700.00) and expense adjustments for Mayor Contractual Expenses ($100.00), Street Maintenance ($4,495.00), Snow Equipment Repair/Maintenance ($2,000.00), Provision of Public Services for MIG Language Access Grant ($21,700.00), and Workers Compensation ($16,905.00).

The Village Board establishes a policy providing that non-union Village employees called in to work outside normal hours shall receive a minimum of 1 hour of pay at their standard pay rate.

The Village Board authorizes the Mayor to execute and pay a proposed agreement and release of claims with a prior employee for $2,010.00 to resolve an employment matter in its entirety, and authorizes the Village administrator to make the payment as prescribed by law.

The Board accepts the Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority consecutive water system agreement for the Village's connection with the Traditions water system.

The Board approves the signing of the Otis Maintenance plan proposal for a 10-year contract at $3,000 annually for maintenance and service of the Village Hall elevator.

The Board authorizes its labor and employment counsel to research the legal process involved in the creation of a Police Lieutenant position under applicable civil service laws, while noting no guarantee of creation and merely authorizing legal research to inform future discussion.

The Board approves the purchase of a server and computer from Avanti Control System for $18,000 and the upgrade of SCADA software to FactoryStudio EdgeHMI from Teamwork Solutions for $4,613, funded by ARPA.

Approve conversion of mixed-use building to two-family apartment with Board of Health Approval as condition.

Authorize Mayor Smythe to sign the Penflex (LOSAP) contract.

Approve the Village of Red Hook as a not-for-profit member of the Red Hook Chamber of Commerce at an annual cost of $50.

Establish a part-time bookkeeper position to replace the previously approved full-time Treasurer position.

Amend the General Fund and Water Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses, including adjustments for state highway aid, paving, equipment sales, water finals, interest and penalties, generator contractual, and tools accounts.

Authorizes initiation of capital fees on sewer district properties on the December 2022 (Quarter 4) utility bill and operation and maintenance (O&M) fees on the April 2023 (Quarter 1) utility bill.

Provides permission to the Red Hook Fire Company to proceed with the Planning Board application process for installation of additional parking lot lighting at the Fire House.

Adjusts General Fund revenues and expenses including interest/penalty property tax (+$300), court supplies (-$150), court misc (+$150), COVID (-$700), and community beautification (+$1,000); adjusts Water Fund postage (+$500) and water repairs (-$500).

Authorizes the Mayor to engage the firm McCabe & Mack, LLP to serve as Legal Counsel for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Water System Improvements, EFC Project 18787.

Authorizes the Mayor to engage the firm Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP to serve as Bond Counsel for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Water System Improvements, EFC Project 18787.

Amends the August 28, 2019 bond resolution to update the project description to include PFOA/PFOS removal, booster pump station construction, water storage upgrades, water system controls upgrades, water main replacements, and lead service replacements, maintaining the $1,800,000 financing authorization.

Approves the fire protection services agreement between the Village of Red Hook and the Town of Red Hook Fire Protection District for 2023-2024, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the contract.

Approves the March 21, 2023 Village Elections, appoints two election inspectors and one alternate inspector, establishes election inspector compensation at $15.00 per hour, designates the Village Clerk to read election results, and notes use of County voter registration list.

Approve the site plan for a cheese café/eatery at 1 East Market Street with Board of Health approval and requirement for applicant to return for site plan approval if outside window is used for service.

Mayor Karen Smythe is appointed as the Village of Red Hook representative to the Town of Red Hook Housing Committee.

The Village authorizes the creation and hiring of a full-time Treasurer position to work alongside the existing part-time Treasurer, with funding from the existing budget.

The Village increases the starting balance of the garbage tag cash drawer from its current amount to $100.

The Village amends the General Fund and Water Fund budgets with adjustments to revenue and expense accounts to reflect actual costs, newly added services (second school SRO, Tivoli patrols), and corrected allocations.

The Village of Red Hook extends its contract with Dutchess County for Crisis Intervention Team (DCCIT) training and Behavioral Evaluation & Assessment Team (BEAT) Patrols services for the calendar year 2023.

The Village Board finds that the water system project including PFOA/S removal and resiliency upgrades is a Type II Action under SEQR and is not subject to environmental review.

The Village authorizes the Village Justice to apply for a JCAP grant in the 2022-23 grant cycle requesting funds not to exceed thirty thousand dollars for Justice Court equipment and operations.

Amend the Tivoli Police Contract to include a provision that overtime wages for full-time officers on shifts patrolling Tivoli be charged to Tivoli, and to reference a Rate Schedule as an addendum rather than including rates within the contract.

Approve the Village of Red Hook Police contract with the Village of Tivoli as amended.

Authorize the purchase of an Apple iPad Pro tablet, case, protective screen protector, and 2 years of AppleCare with costs split equally between USDA Reserve and Streets-Miscellaneous accounts.

Authorize the Mayor to sign the School Resource Officer contract with Red Hook Central School District, contingent upon School Board approval.

The Village of Red Hook amends the Sewer Project's USDA-RD Form E to reflect current project costs and align with EFC project documents.

The Village of Red Hook amends the General Fund and Water Fund budgets to reflect current information and expenses as noted in the attached schedule of budget adjustments.

The Village of Red Hook adopts a Residential Payment Plan to allow residents who are past due on water payments an opportunity to pay off their bills based on their financial circumstances.

The Village of Red Hook awards the contract for Fire Services to the Red Hook Fire Company from June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2023, authorizes the Mayor to sign the contract, and directs payment for past due 2021 and 2022 services.

Approve a one-year extension of the Site Plan approval for 7468 South Broadway to September 8, 2023 pending Board of Health approval.

Approve the proposed hanging signage for 29 West Market Street, which does not exceed the allowable square footage and conforms to Section 200-38 of the Code of the Village of Red Hook.

Classify the Site Plan action for 29 West Market Street as a TYPE II action with no further environmental review required based on DEC database review and historical remediation information.

Approve the Site Plan for 29 West Market Street with conditions that the applicant receive and submit an Ag & Market License prior to opening and submit a letter from the architect regarding DEC remediation research.

Transfer $1,500 from Celebrations budget (7550.4) to Hardscrabble account for food purchase by Red Hook Responds for Mayor's Barbeque at Neighbors' Night event.

Approve the Site Plan for the mixed-use development at 31-35 West Market Street (Tax Parcel ID #6272-10-408743) with four conditions: Board of Health approval, Planning Board right to adjust exterior lighting within 60 days of Certificate of Occupancy, compliance with all applicable laws, and submission of amended symbol legend showing LP (Light Pack).

The Village Board authorized a $2,000 contribution to Red Hook Responds to support a Community Needs Assessment for Red Hook and Rhinebeck.

The Village Board authorized Mayor Smythe to submit a Letter of Intent for the New York Forward grant program, focusing on downtown revitalization including parking improvements, streetscape enhancement, and development of secondary business districts.

The Village Board authorized completion and submission of 2021 LOSAP (Length of Service Award Program) forms to Penflex for 16 Fire Department members who qualified with 50 service points, including one member on military leave.

The Village Board authorized payment of $3,500.00 from the USDA Short-Lived Asset Reserve to PCI for creation of a software interface between the new water meter reader system and the PCI billing software.

The Village Board authorized a 2.7% salary increase, retroactive to June 1, 2022, for non-Union employees (Clark Kimble, Jen Cavanaugh, Lara Hart, Todd Vanbuskirk, Rebecca Kent), consistent with Union contract rates.

The Village Board scheduled a public hearing for September 12, 2022 at 7:05pm on the proposed Fire Company Agreement in compliance with Village Law Section 4-412(9)b.

The Village Board adopted the current water rates and fee schedule effective August 8, 2022, including base use rates, late penalties (5% at 30 days, additional 5% at 60 days), removal of the unused pool filling rate, and revised tapping fees with additional charges for road and sidewalk cutting.

The Village Board adopted the revised Building, Planning & Zoning Department fee schedule effective August 8, 2022, including amendments for residential construction minimums, fence permits in linear feet, oil tank replacements, and new electrical work/upgrade fees.

Approval of LOSAP payment to the Red Hook Fire Department is tabled until the Fire Department submits forms for the correct year (2021).

The Village approves Clerk Jen Cavanaugh's attendance at the NYCOM Fall Training Conference in September, with approximately $300 in expenses to be funded from the Mayor contract expense budget line (A1210.4).

Clerk Cavanaugh is directed to prepare a formal water rate and fee schedule (omitting pool filling fee) for Trustee review and adoption at the next Village Board meeting.

Approve a freestanding sign at 7361 South Broadway not to exceed 15 square feet in compliance with Village Code Section 200-38, with conditions for lighting review, clearance, and structural safety verification.

Approves the lowest bidder proposal from New England Subservice for $4,500 to locate water mains in the NE quadrant of the Village.

Approves budget adjustment to increase the water fund USDA Phase I interest line item #EW9710.72 by $460.93 (from $21,000 to $21,460.93) and decrease the water repairs budget line item 8320.47 to $79,539.07 to balance.

Authorizes transfer of $2,500 each from the 2021-2022 budget to the Police, Highway, and Fire reserve funds for a total of $7,500.

Adopts Local Law No. 3 of 2022 to correct typographical errors on the Zoning Map and provide a definition for the use of salesroom or shops of a builder, contractor or artisan in the Gateway Business District.

Authorizes the Village Green Committee to submit an application for the 2022 NYS Urban Forestry Council Tree City USA Reward Grant.

Hire Cassandra Coleman as the Village's summer intern working 5 hours per week at minimum wage ($13.20), with budget covered by the deputy clerk line item.

The Village of Red Hook declares support for the NYS Climate Action Council Scoping Plan and its recommendations for greenhouse gas emission reductions, renewable energy, building efficiency, electric vehicles, and a managed transition away from fossil fuel infrastructure.

Hire Tyrone Lawson as a part-time Village Police Officer, effective end of July.

Accept revised building, planning and zoning fee schedule effective June 14, 2022, with addition of note that escrow may be required.

Approve four budget adjustments: increase Unallocated Insurance by $3,575 to $49,075; reduce Building per service to $0; reduce Police storage by $2,000 to $1,000; increase Buildings Cleaning Services by $925 to $1,925.

Establish July 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. as the date for a public hearing to consider a local law amending the Official Zoning Map to correct typographical errors and provide a definition for builder/contractor/artisan salesroom or shops use.

Approve hanging signage for i2Evolve at 18 E. Market Street, not to exceed allowable square footage per Village Code Section 200-38, with applicant required to obtain building permit prior to installation.