TOWN OF ROSENDALE

TOWN BOARD MEETING

JANUARY 10, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Supervisor Gallagher at the Rosendale Community Center with the Pledge to the Flag.

PRESENT: Councilman Kenneth Hassett

Councilman Patrick McDonough

Councilwoman Manna Jo Greene

Councilman Kenneth Cluen

Supervisor Robert Gallagher

ALSO PRESENT: Fred Greitzer & Billy Liggan, Planning Board; Tim Morrison & Deb Tierney, Cable Commission; Tom Fiore, Building Inspector; John Maylie, ZBA; and several residents.

PETITIONS: No petitions were presented.

COMMUNITY EVENTS:

MINUTES OF PRIOR MEETINGS:

A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to accept the minutes of the December 6^th, 13^th, and 21^st meetings; seconded by Councilwoman Greene.

Councilwoman Greene requested that a change be made to the 12/6 minutes to reflect the correct spelling of Barbara Kendall’s name (it had been spelled Kendell), she also wanted to add that she commended John Maylie for his work at getting the presentation put together; she also requested that changes be made to the 12/13 minutes, page #2, second paragraph, "Ms. Greene reported the Environmental Commission has had Steve Winkley working on an interim report on water that will be done by June; in April the final report will be sent to RCCE;". Roll Vote: 5 Yes.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Councilman Hassett reported there were no Recreation minutes for December as they did not meet; ZBA Minutes for December on file with Town Clerk, the agenda for the 1/16 meeting is light; he also read the Building Inspector report which is on file with the Town Clerk.

Councilman McDonough read from the Court report for Dec. which is on file; he also reported that the minutes of the Planning Board and Water/Sewer are on file with the Town Clerk. Councilman McDonough said that although he is not liaison to the Water/Sewer this year, at their last meeting they voted to send a letter to the Town Board to look into multi dwelling use charges, he will attend their January meeting and help with the study and information so Terry is not alone and knows that he has the support of the Town Board.

Councilman Cluen read the report from the Youth Commission, he noted that 3 commission members have resigned; the report is on file with the Town Clerk.

Councilwoman Greene reported that RCCE did not meet in December; she read the Transfer Station report which had a net profit of $3,971.08, the report is on file with the Town Clerk.

SUPERVISOR’S FINANCIAL REPORT: Supervisor Gallagher read the end balances for the month of December; the report is on file with the Town Clerk.

Tim Morrison reported that the Tillson School Panel had hired an architect to do some conceptual drawings of the school; they met last Wednesday with the Police Chief, Building Inspector to do a tour. He said that he hopes to have the conceptual drawing to present next month.

APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS: Supervisor Gallagher reported that Julienne Pape has resigned from the Tillson School Panel; he thanked her for her service.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher to accept the resignation of Julienne Pape from the Tillson School Panel with the Boards thanks; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.

1. Discussion – Public Access Channel: Tim Morrison stated that the Cable Commission is down to 3 members, Deb Tierney, Mary Ann Lonsbury and himself but the contract is in draft form; only the access channel issue needs addressing. In the overview he stated that our access is presently through Ellenville High School which is not that accessible and it is under utilized; he said that most students are in the Kingston area. Tim said that he has talked with Brenda Parks of Time Warner and they are willing to have Marbletown and Rosendale join Kingston Public Access; they (T/W) will expend some money .

2. RESOLUTION 01-2007#1 Contract for General Planning Services. Contract with C.T. Male Associates for Planning and Zoning consulting services for one year at a monthly fee of $1,380.00.

. 3. RESOLUTION #01-2007-#2 Appointment of Alternate Members of the Town of Rosendale Planning Board. The resolution is to name two (2) alternates to the Planning Board. Marc Cassidy, a former member and chairman of the Planning Board was the recommended for the first alternate by Councilman McDonough; he said that his personal opinion is that consistency is needed to keep the process moving forward; Marc should be the first alternate. After some discussion it was decided that a second alternate should be appointed at a later date. Councilwoman Greene said that she would support Nick Mercurio if he applies; he has probably attended as many meetings as members, his heart is in it.

A motion was made Supervisor Gallagher that Marc Cassidy be appointed as alternate to the Planning Board and that a second alternate be name at a later date; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote:

4. RESOLUTION 01-2007-#3 Service Agreement with Ulster Uniform Service, Inc..

This resolution covers a 36 month contract for uniforms for highway, transfer station and water department employees.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Cluen to adopt the resolution. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

5. RESOLUTION 01-2007-#4 2006 Year End Budgetary Transfers.

GENERAL FUND – transfer the sum of:

HIGHWAY FUND – transfer the sum of:

1. $1,200.00 from Gen. Maint. P.S.(DA5111.1) into Gen. Repairs P.S.

(DA5110.1)

WATER FUND – transfer the sum of:

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Hassett to adopt this resolution. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

6. RESOLUTION 01-2007-#5 Scheduling a Public Hearing to Consider Draft Comprehensive Plan.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman McDonough to schedule a public hearing for Tuesday, March 13,2007 at 7:30 p.m. . Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

7. RESOLUTION 01-2007-#6 Seeking Sealed Bids for Equipment

Sealed bids are being sought to purchase a new four wheel drive pick up for the building department; bids to be opened February 6, 2007 at 12:00 p.m.

A motion by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Hassett to adopt this resolution. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

8. RESOLUTION 01-2007-#7 Authorizing Agreement Between the Town of Rosendale and the Town of Marbletown.

This is an Inter-municipal Agreement between the two Towns for the operation of the High Falls Water District.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Cluen to adopt this resolution. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

Discussion – Purchase of a trailer for Police Dept. The Police Department wants to

purchase a trailer for the child seat check program; they would like to purchase a 6’x10’ trailer from Trailer King, Poughkeepsie, NY for $2,800.00 (funds to come from the car seat grant).

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Hassett to authorize the Police to purchase a 6’x10’ trailer from Trailer King of Poughkeepsie, NY.

Roll Vote: 5 Yes.

COMMENTS FOR THE GOOD OF ROSENDALE:

AUDIT OF BILLS:

GENERAL FUND VOUCHERS #2-40 TOTTALING $56,032.96

HIGHWAY FUND " #2-12 " $ 3,213.44

SEWER FUND " #1-8 " $ 2,336.17

WATER FUND " #1-8 " $ 2,400.52

A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to pay bills; seconded by Councilwoman Greene. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Greene to adjourn at 8:45 p.m.; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.

Respectfully submitted,

Joan S. Jordan

Town Clerk