TOWN OF ROSENDALE
TOWN BOARD MEETING
JUNE 13, 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
Councilwoman Manna Jo Greene ( arrived at 7:45 p.m.)
Councilman Kenneth Cluen
Supervisor Robert Gallagher
ALSO PRESENT: Billy Liggan, John Maylie, Fred Greitzer, Deb Tierney and several residents.
PETITIONS: No petitions were presented. Fred Greitzer commented that Creek Locks Road appeared to have been fixed where it had washed out in March.
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Willow Kiln Marketplace, Saturday’s at Willow Kiln Park now until fall.
Rosendale Farmer’s Market, Sunday’s at Rosendale Recreation Center, 9:00 – 3:00
MINUTES OF PRIOR MEETINGS:
A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to accept the minutes of the May 9, 2007 Town Board Meeting; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote: 4 Yes, 1 Absent.
COMMITTEE REPORTS: Councilman Hassett reported that the minutes of the ZBA, Recreation Commission and Building Inspector reports are on file with the Town Clerk.
Councilman Hassett stated that the new Recreation Center sign is making progress, though slowly; he also reported that the receipt total from the Building Dept. was $4,560.00 for May.
Councilman McDonough reported that the Planning Board and Police Commission minutes are on file with the Town Clerk.
Councilman Cluen reported the reports for April and May of the Court are on file. The Youth Commission minutes are on file; sign ups for summer camp have opened up beyond Town residents; the Car Show benefiting the Youth Program raised between $3,000 and $4,000. Councilman Cluen reported that Environmental just keeps "rolling along".
Supervisor Gallagher reported that the Transfer Station had net receipts for May were $3,589.00; the bid for purchase of scrap metal was awarded to Bijeaux Transport who already removed 2 loads netting just under $5,000 with another load being prepared.
SUPERVISOR’S FINANCIAL REPORT: Supervisor Gallagher read the end balances for May 2007. The report is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office
CORRESPONDENCE: On file.
APPOINTMENTS, RESIGNATIONS: Resignations: Julie Marchese, Dog Control Officer; Corey Kilfoyle, P/T Police Officer; Joseph Trapanese, F/T Police Officer.
A motion was made by Councilman McDonough to accept the aforementioned resignations; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote: 4 Yes, 1 Absent.
Appointments: Joseph Trapanese, P/T Police Officer; Jason Wurtz, P/T Police Officer; Derek Czaplicki, P/T Police Officer; Kelly McColgan, High Falls Water District Commission, Rosendale Representative.
A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to appoint the aforementioned appointees; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote: 4 Yes, 1 Absent.
1. RESOLUTION 6-2007-#2 Lifebridge Foundation Agreement.
This resolution is to authorize the Supervisor to sign agreement to accept a grant for $15,000.00 from Lifebridge Foundation for maintaining the Rosendale Pool.
A motion was presented by Supervisor Gallagher; seconded by Councilman McDonough to adopt the resolution. Roll Vote:
Councilman Hassett Yes
Councilman McDonough Yes
Councilwoman Greene Absent
Councilman Cluen Yes
Supervisor Gallagher Yes
2. RESOLUTION 6-2007-#3 Authorizing Services in Connection with Creek Locks Road Property. Authorize the Supervisor to seek out and obtain the services of companies and/or individuals with professional expertise to assist in the transfer of a portion of the aforementioned property to the Rosendale Sewer District.
A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher and seconded by Councilman Cluen to adopt the aforementioned resolution. Roll Vote:
Councilman Hassett Yes
Councilman McDonough Yes
Councilwoman Greene Yes
Councilman Cluen Yes
Supervisor Gallagher Yes
3. RESOLUTION 6-2007-#4 Adopting the Comprehensive Plan.
A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher to adopt the Town of Rosendale Comprehensive Plan; seconded by Councilmen Hassett, McDonough, Cluen and Councilwoman Greene. Roll Vote:
Councilman Hassett Yes
Councilman McDonough Yes
Councilwoman Greene Yes
Councilman Cluen Yes
Supervisor Gallagher Yes
Following the adoption of the resolution a short discussion took place about the direction that should be taken in implementing the Plan and follow-up review of zoning for consistency.
Councilwoman Greene noted that the next step is to have Peter Fairweather remove the word "draft" from the document.
4. RESOLUTION 6-2007-#5 Business Class Service Agreement with Time Warner Cable. The agreement is for the High Falls Water District for the installation of Roadrunner service.
A motion was presented by Supervisor Gallagher to adopt the resolution; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote:
Councilman Hassett Yes
Councilman McDonough Yes
Councilwoman Greene Yes
Councilman Cluen Yes
Supervisor Gallagher Yes
A short discussion followed about the operation of the High Falls Water District. Councilman Cluen stated once the District is turned over and is rolling, it should be self-sustaining with the additional income from the tower rental of $30,000.00 (the whole budget is $128,000). Supervisor Gallagher mentioned that the Town is looking at the Snyder Kiln property in Tillson Estates for possible cell tower placement in Rosendale. Councilwoman Greene asked about so many fire hydrants on Canal Road in High Falls; she was told they are placed about every 150 feet as per federal guidelines; Councilman Hassett interjected that it’s "doggie heaven".
5. POLICE PURCHASES: The Police Dept. has made a request to purchase 11 new Gock pistols from the grant money they received from NY State Senator Bonacic. Three price quotes were obtained; the chosen dealer is Collector Rifle & Ammo of Hopewell Junction, NY for a total cost of $4,840.00. Councilman McDonough inquired as to what the police do with their old weapons; Supervisor Gallagher said they trade them in.
A motion to authorize the Police Chief to purchase the new weapons as outlined in proposal from Collector Rifle & Ammo for $4,840.00; seconded by Councilwoman Greene.
Brian Goldberger, an attorney who has represented the Town in Police matters, asked to speak with the Board before they voted; he referred to specific language in the contract that could set a precedent.
Councilman McDonough withdrew his motion and tabled the motion until they hear from counsel on clarification of the contract.
6. DISCUSSION: Noise Complaint: A letter of complaint was received from a Maple Hill resident related to noise coming from Usheco Inc and Saunex. The letter was turned over to David Massimi, Code Enforcement Officer, for investigation and remediation.
7. STREET FESTIVAL SITE PLAN: A short discussion took place covering the material in the site plan.
A motion was presented by Councilman Hassett to accept the site plan as presented; seconded by Councilwoman Greene. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.
COMMENTS FOR THE GOOD OF ROSENDALE:
Councilwoman Greene reminded everyone about the informational meeting on Thurs., June 14th at 7:00 p.m. related to the Route 32 Bridge Rehab.
Mon., June 25th at Rondout Valley High School there will be a "Green Pay Back Forum" which will have experts coming to explain about going "green" for renovations to the school which will come up for a referendum in the fall.
Tues., June 26th the Rondout Creek Watershed Council will be meeting; they are planning another "stream monitoring" on July 7th.
Billy Liggan mentioned that according to a Times Herald Record article, the Town of Thompson has a litter ordinance which deals with Verizon phonebooks; can’t we do something. The Town Clerk will contact the Town of Thompson and get the material for reference.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A motion was made by Supervisor Gallagher to go into Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. to discuss particular employment issues of the Police Dept.; seconded by Councilwoman Greene. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.
Out of Executive Session at 10:15 p.m., no decisions made, no votes taken.
AUDIT OF BILLS;
GENERAL FUND VOUCHER’S #573-619 TOTALING $12,682.47
HIGHWAY FUND " #149-154 " $ 2,345.53
SEWER FUND " # 89-110 " $ 4,793.18
WATER FUND " # 92-116 " $ 5,755.56
A motion was made by Councilwoman Greene to pay the bills; seconded by Councilman McDonough. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.
A motion was made by Councilman Cluen to adjourn at 10:25 p.m.; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote: 5 Yeses.
Respectfully submitted,
Joan S. Jordan
Town Clerk
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