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Police Department Governance

2026last touched · 45 source resolutions
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Resolutions covering all aspects of police department administration including staffing appointments and promotions, collective bargaining agreements, equipment and technology purchases, training programs, reform and policy frameworks, and contracts to provide police services to other municipalities.
In force, by year of last update
2026this year
NYCOMCO Police Department Radios Contract
The Mayor is authorized to sign the NYCOMCO 5-year contract for Police Department communication radios.[45]
2025
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT/BEAT) Agreement
The Mayor is authorized to sign the Dutchess County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training Program extension agreement, providing police officers with de-escalation and diversion training through the Dutchess County CIT and Behavioral Evaluation & Assessment Patrols (BEAT) program.[14][15][23][28][35][39][44]
Tivoli Police Services Contract – Overtime Provision
The contract with the Village of Tivoli for police patrol and court officer services includes a provision that overtime wages for full-time officers on shifts patrolling Tivoli are charged to Tivoli; rates are referenced via a Rate Schedule addendum rather than embedded in the contract.[26][27][41]
Town of Red Hook Police Patrol Services Contract
The Mayor is authorized to sign the 2025 Police Services Agreement between the Village of Red Hook and the Town of Red Hook for patrol services, which includes a clause allowing cancellation at any time.[42][43]
2024
UPSEU Police Department Collective Bargaining Agreement
The Mayor is authorized to sign the United Public Service Employees Union (UPSEU) Police Department Memorandum of Agreement and Contract on behalf of the Village.[22][40]
2023
Full-Time Police Lieutenant Position
The position of Full-Time Police Lieutenant has been created within the Police Department. Patrick Hildenbrand holds a temporary appointment as Full-Time Police Lieutenant, effective June 1, 2023, with salary set per the Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU.[31][32]
Full-Time Police Sergeant Appointment
Travis Sterritt holds a temporary appointment as Full-Time Police Sergeant, effective June 1, 2023, with salary set per the Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU and all other benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement dated June 1, 2021.[31][32]
Lexipol Master Services Agreement
The Village has executed a 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; the one-time implementation fee of $14,800 was funded from Unrestricted Fund Balance.[33]
Police Vehicle Lease Authorization
The Mayor is authorized to proceed with leasing a police vehicle at a cost not to exceed $57,000 over a 4-year lease period.[34]
Full-Time Hourly Police Officer – Tyrone Lawson
Officer Tyrone Lawson is appointed to the position of Full-Time Hourly Police Officer effective November 30, 2023, at the hourly pay rate per Article 8A (Part-Time hourly rate schedule) of the UPSEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.[36][37]
Police Department Cell Phones
The Village procures 3 Verizon smartphones for the Red Hook Police Department at $39.99 per month per phone plus fees, funded from budget line 3120.41.[29]
STOP-DWI Contract
The Mayor is authorized to sign the amended 2023 STOP-DWI Contract Extension with updated County Executive information.[30]
UPSEU MOA – Hourly Police Officer Position
The Mayor is authorized to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with UPSEU amending the Collective Bargaining Agreement to include the position of hourly police officer.[37]
2022
Firearm Training Agreement – Northern Dutchess Rod & Gun Club
The Mayor is authorized to sign an agreement with the Northern Dutchess Rod & Gun Club permitting the Village Police Department to use the club's facilities for required firearm training.[25]
Kyle Kolodziejski Full-Time Officer Promotion
Kyle Kolodziejski was promoted from part-time to full-time police officer status.[24]
2021
Police Body-Worn Camera Service Agreement
A police body camera service agreement is in force at an annual cost of $4,700.00 for a five-year term, including warranty and equipment refresh after year 3, expiring approximately July 12, 2026.[21]
Police Reform and Reinvention Plan
The Village of Red Hook has adopted the "Village of Red Hook – Police Reform and Reinvention Project – 2021 Official Plan," developed in collaboration with the Dutchess County Police Reform Collaborative and incorporating community input, stakeholder feedback, and public hearings.[19]
2012
Police Fleet Fuel Program
The Village Police Department purchases fuel for police vehicles through Wright Express at state contract price plus a 2% fee.[10]
2011
Computer Technician On-Call Classification
Rick Heinlein is classified as an on-call confidential computer technician, removed from the police roster and union dues list, at an hourly rate of $25.00 with a minimum engagement of 3 hours.[7]
2009
Ulster Community College Internship Program
The Police Chief is authorized to accept unpaid interns from Ulster Community College in the police department, commencing the second week in January, at 10 hours per week per student, with each student earning 4 college credits toward their degree.[2]
History · superseded or expired
2024
NYCOMCO Radios Lease Renewal (2024)
The Mayor was authorized to execute NYCOMCO lease renewal agreements for Highway and Police Department communication radios in 2024. Superseded by the 2026 NYCOMCO 5-year contract.[38]
Dutchess County CIT/BEAT Agreement (2024 Authorization)
The Mayor was authorized to sign the Dutchess County Crisis Intervention Team and Behavioral Evaluation & Assessment Patrols Agreement in November 2024. Superseded by the 2025 CIT extension.[39]
2023
CIT/BEAT Agreement Extension – Calendar Year 2024
The CIT/BEAT contract with Dutchess County was extended from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. Expired December 31, 2024; superseded by subsequent extensions.[35]
2022
CIT/BEAT Agreement Extension – Calendar Year 2023
The CIT/BEAT contract with Dutchess County was extended from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. Expired December 31, 2023; superseded by subsequent extensions.[28]
2021
Police Reform and Reinvention Plan Certification Filing
The Mayor was authorized to sign and file the plan certification form with the NYS Division of the Budget prior to April 1, 2021. Filing deadline passed; the underlying Plan remains adopted.[19]
CIT-BEAT Training Authorization – Calendar Year 2021
Funding was authorized for paid Crisis Intervention Training (CIT-BEAT) for police officers for calendar year 2021. Expired December 31, 2021.[20]
2020
Police Officer 3% Hourly Increase MOA (2020–2021)
A 3% hourly increase for police officers was authorized for the 2020–2021 budget year via a one-year Memorandum of Agreement. Expired June 30, 2021.[16]
UPSEU CBA Extension Through May 2021
The Collective Bargaining Agreement with UPSEU was extended with a 3% raise and no other changes, through May 31, 2021. Expired May 31, 2021 and superseded by the 2021 CBA.[17]
Police Body-Worn Camera Purchase (2020)
Eight body-worn cameras were purchased from Watchguard under State Contract PM 21090 for $12,895.00. Superseded by the 2021 body camera service agreement.[18]
2017
2016 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan Lease
A five-year lease of a 2016 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan from Ford Motor Credit Company was authorized, with 5 annual payments of $9,497.49 (gross cost $42,444.99). Lease expired approximately February 13, 2022.[13]
2015
Katherine Davies & Garry Tuma Jr. Part-Time Officer Appointments
Katherine Davies and Garry Tuma Jr. were appointed as part-time police officers with a one-year probation period after completion of Phase I training. Probation period expired approximately June 18, 2016.[12]
2014
Michael Brown Part-Time Police Officer Appointment
Michael Brown was appointed as a Part-Time Police Officer effective April 15, 2014, with no retirement benefits funded by the Village. Superseded by subsequent staffing changes.[11]
2012
Village/Town Police Contract – Reduced to $50,000
The Town of Red Hook's annual contractual obligation to the Village Police Department was reduced from $60,000 to $50,000, resulting in fewer police shifts. Superseded by the 2025 Police Services Agreement.[9]
2011
Village/Town Police Services Contract – $60,000 Annual Rate
A revised police services contract with the Town of Red Hook was approved at $60,000 annually, including court officer fees and a 30-day termination provision. Superseded by the 2012 amendment reducing the rate to $50,000.[6]
Travis Sterritt Full-Time Officer Appointment
Travis Sterritt was appointed to the vacant full-time hourly police officer position effective July 11, 2011, at the same rate of pay previously held. Superseded by his 2023 appointment as Full-Time Police Sergeant.[8]
2010
Jim Truitt Part-Time Police Chief Continuation
Jim Truitt's appointment as part-time police chief was continued until the annual April reorganizational meeting. Expired approximately April 1, 2010.[3]
Police Contract Approval (Withdrawn)
A resolution to approve a newly submitted police contract was withdrawn after deferral for further discussion and potential renegotiation over concerns about days off.[4]
Police Contract June 2010 – May 2012
A two-year police contract from June 2010 through May 31, 2012 was approved, removing multipliers for health benefits to increase part-time officer hourly wages. Expired May 31, 2012.[5]
2008
Jared Griffin Resignation / Patrick Hildenbrand Promotion
Accepted the resignation of Jared Griffin effective June 1, 2008; Patrick Hildenbrand moved into the vacated position. Superseded by subsequent personnel changes.[1]
Source resolutions
  1. [1]2008-06-02Police department personnel change
  2. [2]2009-12-14Police Department Intern Approval
  3. [3]2010-01-04Continue Jim Truitt part-time police chief appointment
  4. [4]2010-10-21Police contract approval
  5. [5]2010-11-01Police Contract June 2010 – May 2012
  6. [6]2011-04-21Village/Town Police services contract approval
  7. [7]2011-06-06Rick Heinlein employment status change
  8. [8]2011-07-11Police Employment
  9. [9]2012-02-06Village/Town Police Contract Amendment
  10. [10]2012-10-18Police Fleet Fuel Program Switch
  11. [11]2014-04-14Appoint Michael Brown as Part-Time Police Officer
  12. [12]2015-06-18Appoint part-time police officers
  13. [13]2017-02-13Police Vehicle – Authorizing Lease Agreement with Ford Motor Credit Company
  14. [14]2018-12-10APPROVE AND SIGN CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING AGREEMENT (CIT)
  15. [15]2020-03-09Authority to Sign Extension Agreement with DCCIT & BEAT for Police Training
  16. [16]2020-06-08Police Officer Hourly Increase and MOA
  17. [17]2020-09-14Extended Collective Bargaining Agreement with UPSEU
  18. [18]2020-12-14Police Body-Worn Camera Purchase
  19. [19]2021-03-08TO ADOPT THE POLICE REFORM AND REINVENTION COLLABORATIVE POLICY FOR VILLAGE OF RED HOOK
  20. [20]2021-03-25Police CIT-BEAT Training Authorization 2021
  21. [21]2021-07-12Police Body Camera Service Agreement
  22. [22]2021-09-13Authorization to sign Police Department Union Contract
  23. [23]2022-01-10CIT & BEAT Contract Extension with County
  24. [24]2022-04-11Promotion of Kyle Kolodziejski to full-time officer
  25. [25]2022-04-27Authorize police training agreement with Rod & Gun Club
  26. [26]2022-09-22Tivoli Police Contract Amendments
  27. [27]2022-09-22Tivoli Police Contract Approval
  28. [28]2022-10-27RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE EXTENTION OF THE CIT/BEAT AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF DUTCHESS FROM JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023
  29. [29]2023-02-13Procurement of three cell phones for police department
  30. [30]2023-03-092023 STOP-DWI Contract Extension
  31. [31]2023-05-08RESOLUTION REGARDING ADDITION OF A FULL-TIME LIEUTENANT POSITION TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND APPOINTMENTS
  32. [32]2023-05-08UPSEU MOA for Lieutenant and Sergeant Pay Rates
  33. [33]2023-06-22RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH LEXIPOL
  34. [34]2023-09-28Police vehicle lease authorization
  35. [35]2023-11-13RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE EXTENTION OF THE CIT/BEAT AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF DUTCHESS FROM JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31, 2024
  36. [36]2023-11-30RESOLUTION REGARDING TRANSFERRING PART TIME POLICE OFFICER TYRONE LAWSON TO FULL TIME HOURLY POSITION
  37. [37]2023-11-30Authorization to sign MOA with UPSEU
  38. [38]2024-05-13NYCOMCO Communication Radios Lease Renewal
  39. [39]2024-11-21Authorize Crisis Intervention Team and BEAP Agreement signature
  40. [40]2024-11-21Authorize UPSEU Police Department MOA and Contract signature
  41. [41]2025-02-27Police Services Contract with Village of Tivoli
  42. [42]2025-02-27Police Patrol Services Contract with Town of Red Hook
  43. [43]2025-08-112025 Police Services Agreement
  44. [44]2025-12-08Dutchess County CIT Training Program Extension Agreement
  45. [45]2026-02-09NYCOMCO Police Department Radios Contract

Synthesized from the chronological history of these resolutions. Each clause shows the year it was last established or amended. The text is a reading aid — for legal force, consult the source resolutions and the Village Code.