TOWN OF ROSENDALE

TOWN BOARD MEETING

APRIL 11, 2007

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

PRESENT: Councilman Kenneth Hassett

Councilman Patrick McDonough

Councilman Manna Jo Greene

Councilman Kenneth Cluen

Supervisor Robert Gallagher

ALSO PRESENT: Billy Liggan, Fred Greitzer from Planning Board; Debbie Tierney, Cable Commission; John Maylie, ZBA; Joan Maylie, Environmental Commission; Tim Morrison and about three residents.

PETITIONS: No petitions were presented.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS: A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to accept the March minutes; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Councilman Hassett reported that the March minutes of the Recreation Commission, ZBA and the Building Inspector are on file with the Town Clerk.

Councilman McDonough reported that the minutes of the Police Commission, Planning Board and the Justice Court report are on file with the Town Clerk.

Councilwoman Greene reported that the Water/Sewer Commission is sending out a letter to all district customers pertaining to enforcement of section 78-13 of the Water Regulations; meters or minimum charges for multiple family residences. She credited and complimented Terry Johnson for all the work he did in getting the information together. Ms. Greene read the net income from the Transfer Station report which was $3,641.54; the report is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office.

Councilman Cluen reported that the Youth Office is getting ready for the Car Show in May; they have received the money from Ulster County for the Stop Smoking Program for last year and are looking forward to starting another in September.

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

CORRESPONDENCE: Is on file at Town Hall.

APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS: Supervisor Gallagher made a motion to appoint Tim Morrison as our representative to the Kingston Public Access Commission; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses. Each Board member added their "thanks" to Tim for all his work.

Tim said that KPA is trying to separate from the City of Kingston and wanted to alleviate any concerns about all the publicity that has been in the local media. Supervisor Gallagher said that the advertising alone will be beneficial to the Town. Tim said that all he needs now are the signatures of Supervisor Martello and Supervisor Gallagher on a letter to Time Warner for the switch to be made. Tim said that KPA is in the process of trying to obtain a second Channel (they only have one at the present time, a second channel had never been requested). Councilman Hassett stated that once we learn the procedure for getting on air we can put it on our web site.

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#2 To Hold a Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Local Law for Prohibiting Illicit Discharges, Activities and Connection to Separate Storm Sewer System. The hearing will be scheduled for May 2, 2007 at 7:30 p.m.

Supervisor Gallagher "thanked" John Maylie for all his work on this project.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher and 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

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#3 Authorizing the Acceptance of a Gift of Certain Real Property Situated Within the Town of Rosendale From the Grantor, Viola Morelli, et al, to the Town of Rosendale Water District, Grantee.

This land donation is approximately 1.3 acres adjacent to the Rosendale Water District off John Street.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher to authorize the supervisor to sign any and all necessary documents related to the acceptance of this real property; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

3. Discussion/Motion: A letter was received from Senator Bonacic informing the Supervisor that a $25,000.00 grant from "member items" for the purchase of a police vehicle.

A motion was made by Councilman McDonough; seconded by Councilman Hassett to authorize the outright purchase of 2007 Chevrolet Impala from Major Chevrolet, Inc. for $20,886.00. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#4 Authorizing Addendum to Contract for Planning Services. This resolution is to amend previous contract to include professional engineering review consulting services at a cost of $95.00 per hour.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman McDonough to authorize the Supervisor to complete and addendum to the contract with C.T. Male Associates. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#5 Authorizing Agreement with C.T. Male Associates. This resolution is for review and revision of Planning Board application forms with the services of planning consultant at a Cost of $2,340.00.

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

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#6 To Authorize the Entering into a Franchise Agreement for the Sale of Food and Beverages at the Concession Stand Adjacent to the Municipal Pool.

This agreement is for the period from April 15, 2007 to September 15, 2008 with Douglas and Susan Olympia, d/b/a Lite-N-Rite.

A motion to adopt this resolution was presented by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilwoman Greene and Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#7 Budgetary Transfers.

This resolution is to authorize the following budgetary transfers:

GENERAL FUND-transfer the sum of:

WATER FUND – transfer the sum of:

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

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#8 Establishing Qualifying Training Activities for the Municipal Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals Members as Required by New York State Law, Chapter 662 of the Laws of 2006.

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

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

Billy Liggan said that he would like to offer holding training sessions here at the Community Center and perhaps make a little money in the process.

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#9 Authorizing the Town Supervisor to Enter Into an Intermunicipal Agreement with Ulster County for the Purpose of Implementing Phase III Stormwater Requirements (MS4).

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

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#10 To hold a Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Local Law Authorizing Town of Rosedale to Permit the Appointment of Alternate Members to the Town of Rosendale Zoning Board of Appeals.

Said public hearing will be held on May 2, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rosendale Community Center.

A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-20070#11 Recognizing the Week of April 15-21, 2007 as "Shaken Baby Awareness Week".

A motion was made by Councilman McDonough; seconded by Councilman Hassett to adopt the resolution. Roll Vote:

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

Councilman McDonough noted that the Ulster County Legislature is also passing a resolution supporting this. Ken Oldehoff stated that "The Skipper Initiative" was started in the Mid Hudson Valley in memory of George "Skipper" Lithco who died 12/3/2000 at age 11 months; Rosendale was the first town to pass this resolution. Ken said that this is an educational process that’s working, mortality figures are going down. Councilman Hassett asked Ken Oldehoff if he could provide posters and literature to our Youth Office; Ken Oldehoff said that there is a whole program and he will get the material to Kathy Wade.

PROCLAIMATION: National Library Week 2007. Supervisor read the "proclamation" declaring April 15-21, 2007 as National Library Week.

RESOLUTION 4-2007-#12 Authorizing Agreement with Hoppenstedt Veterinary Hospital. This resolution authorizes the Supervisor to sign an agreement with Hoppenstedt Veterinary Hospital for the use of services for the caring and boarding of stray dogs.

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

Councilman Hassett Yes

Councilman McDonough Yes

Councilwoman Greene Yes

Councilman Cluen Yes

Supervisor Gallagher Yes

RESOLUTION 4-2007- TABLED Adopting Local Law Number 1 of the Year 2007 for Stormwater Management & Erosion & Sediment Control. A discussion took place regarding wording; John Maylie questioned "home rule" regarding some points. It was agreed that the resolution would be tabled while John Maylie can clarify the information and report back to the Board.

A motion was made by Councilman Hassett; seconded by Councilman McDonough to table the resolution. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.

Supervisor Gallagher reported that we will have to go out to bond for $45,000.00 for the Water District; a claim has come in showing that a bill from 2002 has never been paid which was part of the original 1995 Mountain Road Water Storage Project. Councilman Hassett said we were under the impression that this was paid; the previous supervisor advised the Board that this was paid. Councilman McDonough stated that the contractor found a mechanics lien that was not satisfied. Supervisor Gallagher said that when he took office the balance in the reserve account was $14.00 and change; the contract was not satisfied. More information will be coming.

COMMENTS FOR THE GOOD OF ROSENDALE: Fred Greitzer stated that the Ulster County Planning Board reviewed the Rosendale Comprehensive Plan at their meeting last week and were very positive about the plan; they did cite there was a lack of siting of affordable housing. Councilwoman Greene commented that she does not feel that affordable housing should be concentrated in one area. Councilman Hassett said that Ulster County will not dictate to us. Councilman Cluen extended congratulations to the authors of the plan.

Jack Gouldsbury wanted to compliment the Rosendale Highway Dept. for the snow removal they did following the heavy storm of March 17-18; they did a very nice job clearing the parking lots and etc.

Councilwoman Greene wanted to mention the Rondout Valley School, the $27M bond that was defeated, there is a sub committee still working to obtain passage. She urged people to get out and get involved.

Ms. Greene noted that there will be a roundtable "Bringing Sustainable Energy Infrastructure into the Hudson Valley" which will bring together leaders to create solutions; it will be held 4/12/2007 from 1-5 p.m. in Harriman, NY.

Ms. Greene also announced that the Rosendale Environmental Commission will be holding their 3^rd Annual "Energy Expo"on 4/21/2007 at the Community Center.

Joan Maylie said they will have entertainment and it will be a real family event; the admission fee goes back to the Town. Ms. Greene complimented all the members that have taken over to make the event a success; she said the commission has become "empowered".

Councilman McDonough announced that on May 15^th the Tillson Boy Scout Troop #17 will be holding their 3^rd Annual Spaghetti Dinner, $6.00 adults, $5.00 seniors.

April 28^th the "Beltane Festival", Rosendale’s longest running festival(17^th year), will take place in Tillson.

Supervisor Gallagher announced that the Highway Dept. has extended the parking area at Willow Kiln Park for the Flea Market; they have also uncovered more kilns which will have to be fenced or have rocks dumped for security.

AUDIT OF BILLS:

GENERAL FUND VOUCHER’S #332-370 TOTALING $116,055.68

HIGHWAY FUND " # 93-109 " $ 5,369.59

SEWER FUND " # 61-70 " $ 4,241.63

WATER FUND " # 63-72 " $ 4,186.13

SOLAR " # 6 " $ 1.56

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

A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman McDonough at 9:10 p.m.; seconded by Councilman Cluen.

Respectfully submitted,