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The Town Board Meeting was held on July 3, 2008 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall.
PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman
Councilwoman Archer
Councilman Cilenti
Councilwoman Michailescu
Councilman Spano
Town Clerk Sommer
Supervisor Chipman opened the meeting and asked Toni Sindone to lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
A resident announced the NYS Parks meeting at Minnewaska Park is listed on the website.
The Town’s Emergency Management Deputy Director reported on the meetings he attended on the Town’s behalf.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to approve the following minutes as submitted:
June 5, 2008 Town Board Meeting
June 19, 2008 Workshop Meeting
June 26, 2008 Audit Meeting
Seconded by: Councilman Spano Unanimously approved
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT: Filed with the Town Clerk.
CORRESPONDENCE:
A thank you note re: the Memorial Parade.
State inspection re: kennels. (passed with flying colors)
Assessor’s resignation read by Town Clerk Sommer.
Town Clerk Sommer read 2008 Tax Collector’s report.
LEGAL MATTERS: None
LIAISON REPORTS:
Supervisor Chipman and the Councilpersons shared the highlights of the meetings they attended as liaisons.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
BOAR summary read by the Chairman and filed with the Town Clerk.
Highway Superintendent Kelder reported on patching rather than covering complete roads.
There was a lengthy discussion regarding renting vs owning a backhoe for the Transfer Station.
Metal pricing was also discussed.
It was also agreed that attendance issues re: various Boards is the Chairs responsibility.
RESOLUTIONS:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS:
Resolution #95_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti authorizing the Supervisor to transfer $97,452.27 from FEMA DR1650 to DA51104.03 to reimburse the account for the following:
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Project #632 Dug Road $ 53,724.07
2007 Upper Cherrytown Road 43,782.20
TOTAL $ 97,452.27
Seconded by: Councilman Spano Unanimously approved
OLD BUSINESS: none
NEW BUSINESS:
BOARD OF ETHICS APPOINTMENT:
Resolution #96_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti that Martha Roberge be appointed
to the Board of Ethics, the term to expire 12/31/2010.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu Unanimously approved
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS:
Resolution #97_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti that Jon Dogar_Marinesco be appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission, the term to expire 12/31/08.
Seconded by: Supervisor Chipman Motion carried 4_0
Michailescu – recused herself
Resolution #98_2008
A Motion was made by Councilwoman Archer that Diana Puglisi be appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission, the term to expire 12/31/10.
Seconded by: Supervisor Chipman Motion carried 4_0
Cilenti – recused himself
Resolution #99_2008
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman that Holly Christiana be appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission, the term to expire 12/31/10.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu Unanimously approved
Resolution #100_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti that Alonzo Grace be appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission, the term to expire 12/31/10.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu Unanimously approved
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION COMMISSION APPOINTMENT:
Resolution #101_2008
A Motion was made by Councilwoman Archer that Laura Finestone be appointed to the Environmental Conservation Commission, the term to expire 12/31/10.
Seconded by: Supervisor Chipman Unanimously approved
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STANDING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS:
BUILDING & GROUNDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE:
Resolution #102_2008
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman that the following are appointed to the Building and Grounds Assessment Committee.
Debra Fehring
Wayne Kelder
Harold Lipton
Steven Rice
Martha Roberge
Cindy Tacti
Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer Unanimously approved
COMMUNICATIONS:
Resolution #103_2008
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman that the following be appointed
to the Communications Committee.
Michael Baden
Rob Case
Jeff Davis
Debra Fehring
Mike Mazzuca
Seconded by: Councilman Cilenti Unanimously approved
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT:
Resolution #104_2008
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman that the following be appointed to the Commercial Development & Support Committee.
Paul Champanier
Toni Sindone
Seconded by: Councilman Cilenti Unanimously approved
ADVERTISE FOR SOLE ASSESSOR:
Resolution #105_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti authorizing the Town Clerk to advertise for a Sole Assessor with qualifications as per the NYS ORPS. Applications submitted to the Town by 7/21/08. Previously interested applicants will be notified of vacancy.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu Unanimously approved
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Diana Puglisi thanked the Board for their confidence and support regarding her appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission.
It was reported that the Davis Farm received their PDR and is forever wild.
Supervisor Chipman said the paperwork is in for Domino Farm and Hornbeck’s Farm.
A resident asked about the former Data Collector for the Assessor’s Office and the current status of that position.
Also mentioned was the Quadracentennial tulip giveaway.
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ADJOURNED:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to adjourn the meeting at 8:30pm.
Seconded by: Councilman Spano Unanimously approved
Respectfully submitted,
Veronica I. Sommer
Town Clerk/RMC
July 17, 2008 3479
A Town Board Special Meeting was held on July 17, 2008 at 9:00am at the Town Hall.
PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman Councilman Cilenti (9:04)
Councilwoman Michailescu Councilman Spano
Town Clerk Sommer
ABSENT:
Councilwoman Archer
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Supervisor Chipman explained the reason for the meeting was to advertise for bids for one used loader/backhoe.
ADVERTISE/ONE USED BACKHOE/LOADER:
Resolution #106_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano authorizing the Town Clerk to advertise for bids for one Used Loader/Backhoe including a trade_in price for a 1991 Ford 555C Backhoe. Bids to be received on or before July 28, 2008 at 11:00am at which time they will be opened and read aloud.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu Motion carried 3_0
Archer _ absent
Cilenti _ late
EXPANSION OF TRANSFER STATION HOURS:
Resolution #107_2008
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti that the Transfer Station hours
be extended to Mondays 8 to 4 on a trail basis until September 30, 2008.
Seconded by: Councilman Spano
Discussion: Use and volume will be kept track of until 9/30/08 to make sure the extra hours are worthwhile and an asset to the community.
Motion carried 4_0
Archer _ absent
ADJOURNMENT:
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to adjourn the meeting at 9:14am.
Seconded by: Councilman Cilenti Motion carried 4_0
Archer _ absent
Respectfully submitted,
Veronica I. Sommer
Town Clerk/RMC
July 31, 2008 3480
The Audit/Workshop Meeting was held on July 31, 2008 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall.
PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman
Councilwoman Archer
Councilman Cilenti
Councilwoman Michailescu
Councilman Spano
Town Clerk Sommer
Supervisor Chipman opened the meeting at 7:00pm and asked Superintendent Kelder to lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR ASSESSOR INTERVIEW:
A Motion was made by Councilwoman Michailescu that the Board enter into executive session at 7:06pm for the purpose of interviewing a candidate for the Assessor’s position.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer Unanimously approved
RECONVENED:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to reconvene the meeting at 7:38pm with the Supervisor reporting no action was taken nor monies expended.
Seconded by: Councilman Spano Unanimously approved
PRESENTATION:
Fay Loomis made a presentation regarding the Development Goals of the United Nations and how they are committed to fight together against poverty, hunger, etc. while improving access to education, health care and clean water. She requested the Town Board make a resolution supporting the United Nation Millennium Goals.
RECOMMENDATIONS RE: FINALIZING ZONING APPLICATIONS:
Michael Baden, Task Force Member recommended that the Town Board determine the process, with input from the Town Attorney re: what makes a zoning and subdivision application complete. It was suggested that citizen communication, making it fair and equitable will be the final outcome. Mr. Baden said the Task Force will be working into the next year to present their findings to the Town Board.
CELL TOWER UPDATE:
Supervisor Chipman gave an update on the towers. The cell tower on Route 209 is being built and Maxxon has been contracted to do the site work. They are scheduling the input of road and power transmission lines.
APPROVAL OF BILLS:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to approve the following bills as audited this date:
General Fund $147,939.73
Highway Fund 147,001.39
Street Lighting 310.00
Seconded by: Councilman Spano Unanimously approved
BACKHOE DISCUSSION:
The Town Board discussed at length whether or not to repair the existing backhoe at the Transfer Station or buy a used one. They discussed with the Highway Superintendent the possibility of using the Highway Departments Backhoe. A final decision to be made in the near future.
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Supervisor Chipman asked the Councilpersons to read the handout from Dennis Doyle re: Planning Board Training…Another View.
BAILIFF COURT:
Discussion was held on security at the Court House and what must be done to secure the building and keep the public safe. Both Councilman Cilenti and Spano to work on possible solutions.
WATERSHED:
Supervisor Chipman mentioned the upcoming resolution on the Watershed adjustment from $20,000 to $30,000.
THEFT:
Supervisor Chipman reported on the theft of aluminum bridge supply material stolen from the Town at an estimated value of $35,000. It was reported to the authorities and the insurance company.
ADJOURNMENT:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to adjourn the meeting at 9:16pm.
Seconded by: Supervisor Chipman Unanimously approved
Respectfully submitted,
Veronica I. Sommer
Town Clerk/RMC