NOTICE OF HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Law, the Planning Board of the Town of Rochester, will hold a public hearing for the following matter at its meeting on June 12, 2023, commencing at 6:30PM at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Rd, Accord, NY 12404.
PB 2023-167 SPA Inness, NY LLC S/B/L 77.1-1-1.100 – 10 Bank Street
Applicant proposes to a Site Plan Amendment to an existing site plan adding a utility barn to the Site Plan.
Parcel is in the AR-3 zoning district.
Persons wishing to be heard at such public hearings may do so via
email to pbzba@townofrochester.ny.gov by 3:30pm the day of the meeting.
The public may view the meeting proceedings via YouTube during and after the meeting: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Planning Board meeting agendas will be available online in advance of the meeting at
http://townofrochester.nv.gov/agendaminutes/planning-board-agendas/
Distribution of Notices:
Shawangunk Journal
Kathleen Gundberg, Town Clerk
Town Attorney, via Email
David & Claudia Waruch
Peak Engineering
(Include representatives, surveyors, engineers, attorneys, etc. as appropriate)
Legal Notice:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the fiscal affairs of the Town of Rochester for the period beginning on
January 1, 2022, and ending on December 31, 2022, have been examined by the office of RBT, CPA’s, PC
and the Annual Financial Report has been filed with the New York State Comptroller and in my office; 50
Scenic Rd Accord, NY 12404 where it is available as a public record for inspection by all interested
persons.
Pursuant to section 35 of the General Municipal Law, the governing board of the Town of Rochester
may, in its discretion, prepare a written response to the Annual Financial Report prepared by the office
of Sickler, Torchia, Allen & Churchill, CPA’s, PC and file any such response in my office as a public record
for inspection by all interested persons.
BY THE ORDER OF THE COMPTROLLERS OFFICE
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK/ TAX COLLECTOR
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Rochester Town Board scheduled a public hearing for Wednesday May 24, 2023, at 6:00pm for Local Law x of 2023, at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road, Accord, NY 12404.
The public hearing is convened on the matter of request by Accord LLC for consideration of inclusion of 5 parcels in the Economic Enterprise Overlay zoning district, pursuant to Town of Rochester Code §140-18.1.
The parcels are identified as SBL 77.9-1-25, 77.9-1-27, 77.9-1-28, 77.9-1-29, and 77.9-1-31 and are located at 2 Towpath Road, 4 Towpath Road, 8 Towpath Road, and Granite Road and are located in the Hamlet (H) zoning district.
The May Audit meeting will immediately follow.
The above local law is available for inspection in the office of the Town Clerk and on the Town website https://ecode360.com/RO1435/documents/Legislation/?.com)
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, the public will be fully able to observe the meetings via computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Participants who wish to offer comment at the public hearing may do so in one of 4 ways.
1. Appearance in person
2. Appearance by calling +1 929 205 6099, Zoom Meeting ID: 446 523 3798
3. By mail to the Town Clerk Town of Rochester, PO Box 65, Accord, NY 12404
4. Prior to 3:00pm May 24, 2023 written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk in person or via email to kgundberg@townofrochester.ny.gov
BY THE ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK
ABRASIVE SCREENED SAND BID:
The Town of Rochester Town Board is seeking sealed bids for abrasive screened sand for winter
road use. Bids are due on or before Wednesday May 31, 2023 at 11:00am at the office of the
Town Clerk, PO Box 65 / 50 Scenic Road, Accord, New York 12404 where they will be opened
and read aloud. A non-collusion form and certified testing results shall be included as a part of
the bid package. The Town Board has the right to reject any and all bids.
BY THE ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK
SPECIFICATIONS FOR BID:
1. The sand shall be hard with 100% passing 3/8″ screen, not more than 15% passing #50 mesh
and not more than 4% passing #200 mesh and must be readily usable in spreading equipment.
2. Certified testing results shall be submitted as a part of the bid package.
3. Bid prices shall be priced per ton; variations will not be accepted.
4. The bidder’s attention is called to the fact that if scales are not available at plant site, the bidder must state conversion factor-weight per cubic yard on bid conversion sheet.
5. Sand is to be made available for pickup by trucks designated by Town of Rochester authorized entities and operated by authorized personnel.
6. Bids shall be guaranteed valid for a period of 2 years from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025.
YMCA, BIKE FRIENDLY KINGSTON TO HOST BIKE REPAIR CLINIC MAY 13th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 3, 2023
Contact: Tom Polk 845-338-3810, Ext 102
Email: tpolk@ymcaulster.org
Kingston, NY – Celebrate National Bike Month by getting your bike ready to ride! Bike Friendly Kingston and the YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County will be hosting a free bicycle repair clinic on Saturday, May 13th. Come to the Y parking lot on Pine Grove Avenue in Kingston between 1pm and 4pm to have your bike checked over.
Repair Clinic 3-26-23 close up
What else do you need to bike? A bell is required by New York State law, and if you ride after dark, you need a set of front and rear lights. If you’re under 14 years of age, a helmet is required while riding! You can get bells, lights and bike helmets at the clinic.
No advance registration required. The event is free, but donations are welcome! Be sure to bring your bike.
For more information, contact the YMCA Bicycle Program Manager, Tom Polk. Telephone: 845-338-3810, Ext 102 Email: tpolk@ymcaulster.org
About the YMCA: The YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County was established in 1866 and is part of the worldwide YMCA movement. The Y is an open, inter-faith movement which advocates Christian principles through programs that build character, respond to community needs, and help build spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA membership is open all in the community without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, economic background, economic status, or citizenship.
About Bike Friendly Kingston: Bike-Friendly Kingston is an association of individuals who share a common goal: to make Kingston a safer, more bike-able city. We pursue a range of activities, including advocating for better bicycle infrastructure and policies and educating Kingston residents about the benefits of safe and responsible bicycling. Our goal is to make Kingston the best place to ride a bike in the Hudson Valley!
Call for Climate Smart Task Force Applicants!
The town board is seeking applicants for our Climate Smart Task Force.
The Task Force will provide the town board with recommendations and plans about implementing and establishing Climate Smart initiatives, funding sources for projects, and will manage climate related projects. The Climate Smart Task Force is also tasked with engaging the community for input, education and the sharing of ideas.
Ideal applicants are from a diverse pool of experiences and have a passion for community driven solutions for addressing the impacts of climate change on the economy, human health, and the environment.
Please see the resolution attached for more detail.
To apply, send a letter of intent and resume to mbaden@townofrochester.ny.gov
If you have questions about the task force, you may contact Town Board member Erin Enouen at eenouen@townofrochester.ny.gov
The Town of Rochester ECC is sponsoring plastic bag recycling events the first Saturday of each month for Town of Rochester transfer station permit holders.
Our next event is this Saturday, 5/6/23 from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm.
To participate in the program:
-Accepted pliable plastics (plastic bags) must only be dropped off during the event hours
-All plastics must be inspected & accepted by a volunteer
-This event is open to permitted users of the Town of Rochester Transfer Station
What can be recycled? Only clean, dry:
Bread bags
Produce bags
Newspaper sleeves
Pallet wrap & stretch film
Salt & Ice bags
Grocery bags
Cereal bags
Case overwrap
Bubble wrap
Wood pellet bags
Plastic shipping envelopes
Dry cleaning bags
Ziploc & other reclosable food storage bags
This opportunity is made possible through the Bags to Benches program through NexTrex. Once we collect 500 lbs of qualifying plastics, the town will earn a bench made from recycled plastics.
Note: There is no longer a plastic bag recycling drop off at the community center. These monthly events are the only opportunity to drop off qualifying plastics for this program. Questions? Email ecc@townofrochester.ny.gov
Notice – Town Board Public Hearing 5/4/2023 6:30PM
CANCELLED
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the previously scheduled public hearing indicated below has been cancelled by the Town Board. A new date and time will be set by the Town Board and hearing notice will be posted indicating the new date and time. The Town Board apologizes for any inconvenience or confusion.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Rochester Town Board scheduled a public hearing for Thursday May 4, 2023, immediately following the completion of the 6:30pm public hearing for Local Law x of 2023, at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road, Accord, NY.
The public hearing is convened on the matter of request by Accord LLC for consideration of inclusion of 5 parcels in the Economic Enterprise Overlay zoning district, pursuant to Town of Rochester Code §140-18.1.
The parcels are identified as SBL 77.9-1-25, 77.9-1-27, 77.9-1-28, 77.9-1-29, and 77.9-1-31 and are located at 2 Towpath Road, 4 Towpath Road, 8 Towpath Road, and Granite Road and are located in the Hamlet (H) zoning district.
Thank You
Mike Baden
Town of Rochester Supervisor
mbaden@townofrochester.ny.gov
845-626-3043 office
845-663-4006 cell
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Rochester Town Board scheduled a public hearing for Thursday May 4, 2023, immediately following the completion of the 6:30pm public hearing for Local Law x of 2023, at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road, Accord, NY.
The public hearing is convened on the matter of request by Accord LLC for consideration of inclusion of 5 parcels in the Economic Enterprise Overlay zoning district, pursuant to Town of Rochester Code §140-18.1.
The parcels are identified as SBL 77.9-1-25, 77.9-1-27, 77.9-1-28, 77.9-1-29, and 77.9-1-31 and are located at 2 Towpath Road, 4 Towpath Road, 8 Towpath Road, and Granite Road and are located in the Hamlet (H) zoning district.
The May regular business meeting will immediately follow.
The above local law is available for inspection in the office of the Town Clerk and on the Town website https://ecode360.com/RO1435/documents/Legislation/?.com
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, The public will be fully able to observe the meetings via computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ
Participants who wish to offer comment at the public hearing may do so in one of 4 ways.
1. Appearance in person
2. Appearance by calling +1 929 205 6099, Meeting ID: 446 523 3798
3. By mail to the Town Clerk Town of Rochester, PO Box 65, Accord, NY 12404
4. Prior to 3:00pm May 4, 2023 written comments may be submitted to the Town Clerk in person or via email to kgundberg@townofrochester.ny.gov
BY THE ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
KATHLEEN A. GUNDBERG
TOWN CLERK
Ulster County EMS Community Survey
Ulster County is conducting a comprehensive Emergency Medical Services study. Ulster County Emergency Management is requesting community members fill out the quick five minute survey.
Please have your responses completed by Monday May 15, 2023.