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Castle Point RecreationDutchess County Clerk Recording Page Record & Return To: VERGILIS, STI=LAGER, ROBERTS & DAVIS, LLP 1136 ROUTE 51 WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY 12590 - Received From : VERGILIS, STENGER, ROBERTS & DAVIS, LLP Grantor UP41TFO STATES OF AMERICA Grantee : W4PPfNGER TOWN Recorded In : Deed Instrument Type: EASE Recording Charge 'transfer Tax Arnount Transfer Tax Number: Red Nook Tranrfer Tax: E&AForm: N' TP -"4 ; Y Examined and Charged As Follows $85.00 $0.00 #904 fqyKm� r�� C14K S95b-6`i—Qla3ib IIRYI�INdB�INIIIIIVNIIOVA�lllllllllll 0220104813 Date Recorded : 09/24/2010 Time Recorded: 1;33:00 Document # : 02 2010 4813 Tax District: Wappinger Number of Pages; 8 ' Do Not Detach This Page **' This Is Not A Blit County Clerk By; ace Receipt #; R51 Batch Record: C26 OCT' 2 7 2010 TOWN OF WAPPINGER 52 TOWN CLERK Bradford Kendall County Clerk n [E 4J OV IED OCT<27 2010 TOWN OF WAPPINGER TOWN CLERK DEED OF EASEMENT l c� The Department of Veterans Affairs, acting for and in behalf of the United States of America, with a place of business at 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420, hereinafter referred to as the Government, under and by virtue of the authority contained in 40 United States Code 1314 (76 Stat_ 1129), having determined that it will not be adverse to the interests of the United States, does hereby grant and convey, for and in consideration of the payment of 1.00, the receipt: and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, without covenant or warranty of any kind and subject to the conditions hereinafter stated, unto, TOWN OF WAPPINGER, a Municipal Subdivision of the State of New York, with a place of business at C/o Town [fall, 20 Middlebush road, Wappingers Falls, New York 12590, hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee" or "Town", its successors and assigns, a perpetual easement and right of way for a recreational trail, herein referred to as "Trail Easement Area", to be on, over, under, upon, across or through a portion of VA Medical Center Castle Point, NY, which the undersigned owns or in which the undersigned has an interest, being in the County of Duchess, State of New York, to wit: All as described and depicted on Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made a part hereof. The Easement is established for the sole purpose of non -motorized, recreational through - access for pedestrian users of the Wappinger Greenway Trail for quiet, passive recreational trail purposes by the general public, including, by not limited to, such activities as hiking, walking, jogging, running, bird watching. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the following activities, without limitation, are expressly prohibited: hunting, trapping, bicycling, skateboarding, rollerblading, picnicking, cooking, camping, snowshoeing, and use of any motorized vehicles. It is agreed by the Grantee that the Trail will be located within the Trail Easement Area only and shall not infringe upon arty lands of the Government outside the Trail Easement Area. It is further agreed by and between the Government and the Grantee that the Trail to be constructed within the Trail Easement Area is not intended to extend throughout the entire portion of the Trail Easement Area, It is the intention of the parties that this Easement shall run with title to the servient tenement in perpetuity and shall bind and be enforceable by and against the parties, their successors and assigns. The Easement is granted subject to the following conditions and provisions: 1, Grantee shall prohibit, restrict or regulate any uses, including, but not limited to, those specific uses listed above, which Grantee determines to be unsafe or otherwise detrimental to the continued use, vitality, or condition of the Trail or Trail Easement Area, or which the Government determines to be unsafe or detrimental to the Government's Premises, activities or operations thereon. Additionally, the Government shall have the right at any time to restrict the permitted uses of the Trail over the Trail Easement Area to only the activities of hiking, walking, jogging, running, bird watching upon thirty (30) days' written notice to the Grantee, and the Grantee hereby agrees that in such event, Grantee will take all action necessary to post signs and to advise users of the Trail of such restrictions and to enforce such restrictions.' 2. No structures of any kind shall be erected, constructed, placed, or installed within the Trail Easement Area, except a chain linked fence, without the written consent of both parties, except, however, that nothing contained in this Grant of Greenway Trail Easement shall be construed to prohibit the placement of underground or overhead utilities within the Trail Easement Area, at the Government's option. The Government shall have no obligation whatsoever to grant consent to the Grantee's construction of any structures within the Trail Easement Area. 3o The Government and the Grantee agree that in creating this easement for public access each party is specifically relying on the protection against liability contained in Section 9-103 of the New York General Obligations Law, and that for such purposes both the Government and the Grantee shall be deemed "owner" or "occupants" of the Trail Easement Area as designated in this Easement, in addition to the Government and its successors and assigns being the owner of the Premises or have such other status provided in Section 9-103 of the General Obligations Law. The parties agree that in the event of any repeal or amendment of Section 9-103 of the General Obligations Law which diminishes its protective effect of the Government, its successors or assigns, with respect to liability for the use of the Trail Easement Area, the Government, or its successor in interest, shall have the option of extinguishing this Easement upon written notice to the Grantee, or its successors in interest_ in the event the Government, or its successor in interest, shall elect to extinguish this Easement as herein provided, the Grantee, or its successor in interest, shall cooperate with the Government, or its successor in interest, in executing any necessary documentation in proper form for recording in the Dutchess County Cleric's Office to extinguish this easement, and the Grantee shall effect recording in the land records of the Dutchess County Clerk at Grantee's expense. The Grantee or its successor in interest shall'mke all steps necessary to terminate and prevent use of the trail or the trail Easement Area within thirty (30) days of Government, or its successor in interest, mailing or personally delivering written notice of its election to extinguish this Easement, during which thirty (30) day period the Grantee, or its successor in interest, shall continue to maintain all insurance coverage for the Grantee, or its successor in interest, as provided in this easement agreement. 4. That the Government reserves the rights for all purposes across, over, or under the easement area herein described; such rights, however, to be exercised in a manner which will not create undue interference with the use and enjoyment by the Grantee of said easement; provided, that any construction by the Government in connection with the rights so reserved shall be at the expense of the Government. Nothing contained in this Grant of Greenway Trail Easement shall be construed to prohibit the Government from the placement of underground or overhead utilities within the Trail Easement Area. 5. That the trail or other facilities constructed shall be installed, operated, maintained, reconstructed, repaired, and replaced by the Grantee, within the easement area without cost to the Government, under the general supervision and subject to the approval of the Govemment official having immediate jurisdiction over the property. The Grantee shall replace, repair, restore, or relocate any property of the Government affected or damaged directly or indirectly by the construction, reconstruction, installation, operation, maintenance, and replacement of said facilities all to the satisfaction of the Government official having Immediate jurisdiction over the property - 6, Grantee agrees to Maintain, at all times during which the trail Easement Area is open for public use, and at Grantee's sole cost and expense, a standard policy of general commercial liability insurance with respect to the entire Trail Easement Area, said policy presently to have a coverage limit not less than $5,000,000,00 and which coverage amount shall be upwardly adjusted upon request of the Government, not more frequently than every five years. Grantee shall at all times cause Grantor to be named as an additional insured on said policy of insurance for any liability arising from use of or acts or omissions with respect to the Trail Easement Area, The Grantee agrees to furnish to the Government, its successors or assigns, a certificate of insurance evidencing the coverage herein provided prior to opening the Trail shall be open to the public. In the event the Grantee, its successors or assigns, shall elect,to close the Trail for any purpose whatsoever, whether temporarily or permanently, the Grantee shall notify the Government, its successor or assigns, In writing, in advance of such close of the Trail, Grantee shall maintain the general commercial liability insurance until thirty (30) days such closure date. When the Trail shall be opened for public use, the following shall apply, (A.) Grantee, in cooperation with the Wappinger Greenway Committee, shall at all times be responsible for performing routine and periodic maintenance of the Trail and Trail Easement Area consistent with generally accepted standards for similar unpaved public recreational traits, at Grantee's sole cost and expense. (13.) The Trail Easement Area and Trail shall be kept in a substantially natural state as Currently exists, with only those improvements, alterations, and trail markings needed, to provide a safe and inviting path for the public, it being specifically understood and agreed that the trail will not be paved. (C) Grantee's regulations for use of the Trail and Trail Easement Area will prohibit motorized vehicles, bicycles, camping, cooking, hunting, trapping, skateboarding, rollerblading, picnicking, and snowshoeing. (C.) Grantee, its successor or assignee, in its sole discretion, shall have the right to suspend public use of the Trail from time to time for maintenance purposes or safety reasons. (E,) This Easement does not convey any right for the general public or the Grantee to establish or use parking spaces on the Premises in order to access the Trail or for any purpose whatsoever. (F.) Grantee shall construct and at all times maintain the trail in a safe. and clean condition, shall at all times maintain the Trail in accordance with and consistent with all provisions of this Easement, and shall enforce the rules and regulations for the Trail which1ts issues pursuant to Paragraph 6(C) above and as consistent with all provisions of this Easement. (G.) Grantee agrees that it will not take any action or perform any activities on the Trail Easement Area, nor will Grantee permit the same by any user of the Trail, which would restrict, interfere with, obstruct, or prevent use of the Trail Easement Area by anyone having pre-existing rights of such use. B. That no mining operations shall be conducted on the premises described above. No minerals shall be removed therefrom except such as are reasonably necessary incident to the utilization of the described premises for the purpose for which the easement is granted. 9. That the Grantee will indemnify and save the Government harmless from any liability or responsibility of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly from the privileges herein granted. 10.. That all right, title, interest, and estate hereby granted shall cease and terminate effective as of the date of written notice from the Government to the Grantee, its successors or assigns, that there has been, (a) a failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the grant, or (b) a nonuse of the easement for a consecutive two-year period for the purpose for which granted, or, (c) an abandonment of the easement. In the event of failure to comply with the terms of this easement, the Government, or its successor in interest, shall give written notice to the Grantee, or its successor in interest, of such failure. Upon such notice being given, the Grantee, or its successors in interest, shall immediately cure such failure so as to comply with the Grantee's duties and obligations set forth in this Easement agreement. In the event of failure of the Grantee, its successors or assignees, to provide proof of insurance as set for herein, or in the event of the existence of a dangerous condition or safety hazard with respect to any part of the Trail Easement Area which may come to the attention of the Government or its successors in interest, the Grantee, its successors and assignees, shall have the obligation to take all steps necessary to immediately suspend public access to and use of the trail and any part of the Trail Easement Area until such failure is remedied. Failure to provide such notice by the Government shall not be deemed a waiver of the Government's rights. 11. That upon termination or forfeiture of the grant, the Grantee shall within a reasonable time thereafter, if so requested by the Government, remove from the land hereinafter described all structures, installations, and appurtenances thereto belonging to Grantee and restore the premises to the satisfaction of the Government. 12, This Agreement may only be amended by written instrument executed by the Grantor and Grantee, or such parties' successors in interest, recorded in the office of the Clerk of the county of Dutchess. 13. This easement shall be governed by the laws of the United States of America and when Federal law is silent, defers to State law, the laws of the State of New York. The Grantee does, by the acceptance of this instrument, covenant and agree for itself, its assigns, and its successors in interest in property herein conveyed,-or any part thereof: (a) That it is now complying and will continue to comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all the requirements imposed by or pursuant to the regulations of the Department of Veterans Affairs issued pursuant to that Title, and that the easement and its appurtenant areas and facilities, whether or not on the property herein involved, will be operated in full compliance with 'iitle VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1954 and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the regulations issued thereunder by the department of Veterans Affairs and in effect on the dpte of this instrument, all to the end that no person in the United States shall on the ground of race, color, religion or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activities provided thereon; and, (b) That the United States shall have the right to judicial enforcement of these covenants not only as to the Grantee, its successors and assigns, but also to lessees and sub-lessees and licensees doing business or extending services under contractual or other arrangements on the interest in property herein conveyed. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Department of Veterans Affairs has caused this Deed of Easement to be executed in its name and on its behalf this day of 2010. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Acting by and through the Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs George L, Szwareman Chief, Real Property Service CITY OF WASHINGTON ] DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 1 ON THIS _a-zJJAay of 2010, before me a Notary Public in and for said District of Columbia, personally ap eared to me, George. L. Szwarcman, well known and known by me to be Director, Land Management Service, whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged that he executed the same as a voluntary act and deed of the United States of America, within the scope of his lawful authority. (SEAL] Notary Public District of Columbia Mg. commission expires: W=cd Ftn�al Exhibit "A° Lands of the United States of America Proposed Trait Easement 0.296 ± Acre Parcel Town of Wappinger / Dutchess County, New York Beginning at a point, said point being distant: South 850 07' 49" East 17.55 feet from the northeasterly corner of Lot No. 27 as shown on a map entitled, "River Walk Subdivision -- Phase II" on file in the ❑utchiess County Clerks Office as Filed Map No. f 1009A, said point of beginning also being on the westerly line of River Road; thence leaving said point of beginning and running along the westerly Eine of River Road, the northerly line of the aforementioned Lot No, 27, and Lands now or formerly the Town of Fishkill, North 8511 07' 49" West 430.34 teat to a point being on the easterly line of lands now or formerly Conrail, Libor 1492, page 567; thence leaving said northerly line of the Town of Fishkill and running along the easterly line of said Conrail, North 130 54' 35" East 27.34 feet; thence leaving said easterly litre of Conrail and running through lands of the United States of America, Liber 467, Page 261, South 850 07' 49" East 195.70 feet and South 880 17' 32" East 223.34 feet to a point being on the westerly line of the aforementioned River Road; thence running along the westerly line of said road, South 05° 42' 58" East 40'_00 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.296 f acres of land. Paggl, Martin & del Bane, LLP April 28, 2009 09-0116 N CONRAIL LIBER -1492 / PAGE -567 k® i N/F � UNITED STATES OF AMERICA LIBER -467 / PAGE -261 PROPOSED TRAIL EASEMENT AREA = 0.298± ACRES PART OF TAX GRID No, 19-5956-04-912315 UBER-467 / PAGE -261 a3 >� x N 74 1m.90 rr` U' s>6'4Y JMc NIS CHAAVLINK FENCg 4440 ' Ri 4�a.34 (TOTAI,.i LOT 27 nom, N� FILED MAP Ho. 110MA d TOW}! OF FISIIIOLL WELL FIELD PARCEL DOC. No, 02-20(17-3087 SERVICE ENTRY TO - CASTLE POINT REFERENCE: 'SURVEY MAP OF LANDS OF U,S, DEPARTLIENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, Loi 26 CASTLE POINT CAMPUS, DATED JANUARY - FILED MAP No. 11009A 15, 2003 9Y CHARLES J. MILLER_ L5. THIS IS TO CERIIFY TO ALL PARTIES LISTED BELOW THAT THE SUP.VEY SHOWN HEREON WAS PREPARED BY US FROM AN ACTUAL FIELD SURVEY - COMPLETED ON APRIL 24, 2009. • UNITED STATES OF AMERICA y� EASEMENT SURVEY MAP MADE FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PAG -331, MARTIN, t( DEL SURVEYORS BENE,LLP. ENGINEERS SURSITUATE IN THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER 5�'i MAIN N STREET RS DUTCHESS COUNTY - NEW YORK POUGHXEEP$(OE01NEw n1kK SCALE: 1`=50' APRIL. 2009 snoa4xoswao,�c2ramoaa+ew.a+esuver.awa ,aum*r Door Water Systems Operation Report Microbiological Sample Results Name of Public Water System 1 Submitted Ey: CRMO Pollution Control, Inc. 1610 Route 376 Wappingers .Falls, New York 12590 program Code _F_ Federal I Reporting MonthNear CASTLE POINT x_100 Location` TOWN OF WAPPINGER Source of Supply: If surface, is filtration provided? Did an emergency occur in any part of the water system? Does the system have a disinfection waiver? 1330285m June 2010 County: DUTCHESS round Nc Population served: 25 Date Amount of Treated Water 1,000 Gals, Per Day . CHLORINAT{ON Gaseous Liquid Chlorine Hypo- Weight of Used chlorite Cylinder Lbs, per Used Lbs. 24 Hrs. Qts. Free Chlorine Residual pH mg/l 1.2 20.8 1.0 4 10 5 6 71.0 8 _. 0.5 9 0.4 10 0.4 11 0.3 12 13 14 0.3 0.3 rl i1.5 19 20 21 1.5 22 1.5 23 - 1.5 24 - - 1.5 25 4 1.5 26 gr3 4 1.5 9 W 1.5 0 2.0 1 Total 0 8 24 Avg. 0.3 1.9 Tit JUL 14 2010 TOWN OF WAFPINGER TOWN CLERK Number of required routine sample 1 Number of actual routine samples 1 Does a M&AR violation exist? No If yes, check reason(s) below; Actual number of samples fewer than required Failure to analyze for E.coli if there was a positive result for total coliforms from routine, repeat or high turbidity (hiturb) sample? Failure to analyze repeat samples. Does an MCL violation exist? NO If yes, check reason(s) below: Two or more positive total collform samples for systems collecting fewer than 40 samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month. More than 5% positive total coliform samples for systems collecting 40 or more samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month. When a positive total Coliform sample is positive for E. coil and a repeat Total Collform sample is posNlve, OR, when a positive Total Coliform sample is negative for E.coli, but the repeat Total Coliform sample is positive and also is positive for E.cofi. ' Must collect a minimum of 5 routine samples the month . following a repeat sample collection. Date: 2 h? 110 Grade Level: Cert. No. IIA 12947 Distribution System Analytical Results. Sampling Date of Sample Total Coliform Ecoli Free Cl- Raw Location Sample Type Positive Positive Residual. Turbidity (1,2,3)* mg/L NTU Mens rm. sink 618110 1 _ Yes _ No Yes _ No 0.9 , Yes _ No _ Yes _ No Yes ^ No _ Yes _ No _ Yes _ No ` Yes No _ Yes No _ Yes _ No J Yes No _ Yes _ No Yes _ No _ Yes _ No _ Yes No _ Yes _ No _ Yes _ No Yes _ No Yes No _Yes_ No Yes No Yes No Yes _ No _ Yes u No Yes No _ Yes _ No _ Yes No Yes _ No Yes No Yes No _ Yes No _ Yes _ No _ Yes No ^ Yes _ No Yes _ No _ Yes J No _ Yes No _ Yes _ No *I = Routine sample 2 = Repeat sample 37 Hiturb sample COMMENTS and/or REMARKS Castle Point Rec opened for season 5/21109 R r� M Ln M x c a O d o� 0 R 0 m m F ri ., y m4 r 0 S` 0 C b C I m m n m m m Z � h m n Z C 0 pp5 m D m m o Z � m "'r � v c3 Z _ q C 3J Z m � "a o M 3 c= *_I Water Systems Operation Report Microbiological Sample Results Submitted By: CAMO Pollution Control, Inc. 1610 Route 376 Wappingers Falls, New York 12590 Name of Public Water System Program Code Federal Reporting Month/Year CASTLE POINT 100 1330285 May 2010 Location: TOWN OF WAPPINGER Source of Supply: If surface, is filtration provided? Did an emergency occur in any part of the water system? Does the system have a disinfection waiver? CHLORINATION - T Amount of Gaseous Liquid Liquid Treated Chlorine Hypo- Free ++ Water Weight of Used chlorite Date 1,000 Gafs. Cylinder Lips, per Used Per Day Lbs. 24 Hrs. Qts, Chlorine Residual mg ll pH W .r34 3.0 - - 3.0 To - - 3.0 3.0 7. 3.0 _ - v 10 3.0 11. 2.5 - -.12]— -- 2.5 13J.--- - W _ 2.5 14 15 �- 2.5 — -- 16 17 _ 2.0 1 S - 2.0 19 2.0 20 --- O1.5 I-- 22 241.- -F^ --- 1.2 - — 25 1.5 26 2 1.5 1.5 29 �. 30T-- 31 LTotalf 0 2 _ 47 Avg. L. 0.1 1.9 County: Dl1TCHESS round -- No - --No No Population served: 25 Number of required routine sampls 1 Number of actual routine samples 1 Does a M&AR violation exist? NO If yes, check reason (s) below: Actual number of samples fewer than required. Failure to analyze for E.coli if there was a positive resu#t for total coliforms from routine, repeat or high turbtdlty (hiturb) sample? Failure to analyze repeat samples. Does an MCL violation exist? NO If yes, check reason(s) below: Two or more positive total coliform samples for systems collecting fewer than 40 samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month. More than 5% positive total coliform samples for systems collecting 40 or more samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month... - When a positive total Coliform sample is positive for E.coli and a repeat Total Coliform sample is positive, OR, when a positive Total Coliform sample is negative for E.coli, but the repeat Total Coliform sample is positive and also Is positive for E.coli * Must collect a minimum cf 5 routine samples the month following a repeat sample collection, Reported by: CAMO Pollution Control, Inc. Date: -1110 Grade Level IIA Title: Operator. Cert. No. 12947 .t,:n_a�-c—. . j i.� d �C DI rri r � � mo ""j =, m In --3 o v a m 4 5 N d 0 � m o l pp 1 n-,, C m rn r M �j x m w o m N2 ~ m F Q � m n 'S„dl p Z I r A� * = m m i9 p r l �.. rn Lri b � • j a n co C0 r0 xc O � Z m r � P "a 1Q, , U,' O "-fl .W Water Systems Operation Report Microbiological Sample Results Submitted By. CAMO Pollution Control, Inc, 1610 Route 376 Wappingers Falls, New York 12590 Name of Public Water System Program Code Federal Reporting MonthlYear - CASTLE POINT 100 ---- - 1330285 j July _ 2008 Location: TOWN OF WAPPINGER Source of Supply: If surface, is filtration provided? Did an emergency occur in any part of the water system? Does the system have a disinfection waiver? Amount of Treated Water Date 1,000 Gals, Per Day CHLORINATION Gaseous____ Liquid Chlorine Hypo- Weight of Used chlorite Cylinder Lbs. per Used Lbs. 24 Hrs. Qts. J Free Chionne Residual pH mg/1 1 - 2.0 2 2.0 3 2.0 4 2.0 5 6 2.0 7 2.0 — 8 2.0 9 2.0 10 2 2.0 11 1.0 12 13 0.4 14 2 0.4 15 0.3 16 -� 0.8 17 2.5 18 2.5 19 2.5 20 21 2.5 22 2.5 23 3.0 24 3.0 25 3.0 26 4 3.0 27 28 3,0 29 3.0 30 3.0 31 3.0 Totalj 0 81 57 Avg. I 1 1 0.3 2.1 County: DUTCHESS Ground No --- - - .No No Population served 25 Number of required routine sample Number of actual routine samples 1I Does a M&AR violation exist? NO If yes, check reason(s) below: Actual number of samples fewer than required. Failure to analyze for E.coii if there was a positive result for total colitorms from routine, repeat or high turbidity (hiturb) sample? Failure to analyze repeat samples. Does an MCL violation exist? NO It yes, check reason(s) below: Two or more positive total coliform samples for systems collecting fewer than 40 samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month. More than 5% positive total coliform samples for systems collecting 40 or more samples (routine, repeat or hiturb) per month. When a positive total Collform sample Is positive for E.coli and a repeat Total Coliform sample is positive. OR, when a positive Total Coliform sample is negative for E.coli, but the repeat Total Coliform sample Is positive and also Is positive for E.coll. * Must collect a minimum of 5 routine samples the month following a repeat sample collection. Reported by: CAMO Pollution Control, Inc. Date: 'i S O'; Grade Level: IIA Title: Operator Cert. No. 12947 x t 0 zM C �ch m a ,? ; v A24o m y r t m rn Z C ox m a O O r C o d r C7 m ; m i N m O m x � w z Y m 0.) rn n Ln + (0r m ,� - m cn -4 N�N� r .- j R7 N Ngo C CD tn ol a inti _! O o O n m O m ... T d x O m m b Qo ,p O C a z r m 2007-255 Resolution Authorizing the Exploration of a Proposed Dog Park at Castle Point Park At a regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York, held at Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls, New York, on December X Ota`, 2007. The meeting was called to order by Joseph Ruggiero, Supervisor, and upon roll being called, the following were present: PRESENT: Supervisor Councilmembers ABSENT: - Joseph Ruggiero William H. Beale Vincent F. Bettina Joseph P. Paoloni Maureen McCarthy The following Resolution was introduced by Councilman Bettina and seconded by Councilwoman McCarthy. WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger has determined that there may be a need for a Dog Park within the Town; and WHEREAS, the Town Board believes that utilizing a portion of Castle Point Park may be appropriate for such purpose; and WHEREAS, the Town Board believes that the exploration of this matter would be the next logical step to accomplish (the "Proposed Action"); and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that the exploration of the use of a portion of Castle Point Park for a Dog Park is a Type II action pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, Part 617 NYCRR (commonly known as "SEQRA") and pursuant to Chapter 117 of the Town Code (the Town's Environmental Quality Review Law); and WHEREAS, Type 11 actions have been determined by the State to not have a. significant adverse impact on the environment or are otherwise precluded from environmental review under SEQRA NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Town Board hereby adopts and incorporates the recitations and statements set forth above as if fully set forth and resolved herein. 2. The Town Board hereby resolves to explore the use of a portion of Castle Point Park as a Dog Park, and to analyze same in terms of such matters as overail -feasibility, size and shape of the area to be fenced for the Dog Park, location of said fenced in area, cost of said fencing, etc. The foregoing was put to a vote which resulted as follows. JOSEPH RUGGIERO, SUPERVISOR Voting: AYE WILLIAM H. BEALE, COUNCILMAN Voting: AYE VINCENT F. BETTINA, COUNCILMAN Voting: AYE JOSEPH P. PAOLONI, COUNCILMAN Voting: AYE MAUREEN McCARTHY, COUNCILWOMAN Voting: AYE Dated: Wappingers Falls, New York 12/10/2007 The Resolution is hereby duly declared adopted. a rhk'-A� HN C. STERSON, TOWN CLERK IN REPLY REFER TO: United States Department of the Interior 57417 (MAR -PD) NATIONAL PARK SERVICE Irene M. Paino, Supervisor Town of Wappinger 20 Middlebush Road P.O. Box 324 Wappingers Falls, Dear Ms. Paino: MID -ATLANTIC REGION 143 SOUTH THIRD STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA. 19106 New York 12590-0324 M�� As you may already be aware, Raymond Andrews of my staff recently met with Messrs. Ralph Holt and Hugh Maurer at the Castle Point Recreation Area which was formerly a surplus portion of the Veterans Administration Hospital Reservation (V -NY -454F). This propLty had been transferred under a public benefit discount conveyance to the Town of Wappinger in 1972 for park and recreational purposes. In the intervening years, the major development of the property has been dalyed while low-lying portions have been serving as a landfill in order to ultimately improve its usability for intended recreational purposes. The above Recreation Commission Officials have informed us that the landfill operation is now closed to any further dumping. Moreover, discarded tires and metalic materials are awaiting removal so that grading can be resumed and hopefully complete in a timely manner. According to the original schedule of development which was part of the Town's application (copy enclosed), the site was to have been completed by 1973. Subsequent extensions necessitated by the recognized benefits of the landfill operation were granted as you no doubt are aware. We have now reached a point where no further delays should preclude public enjoyment of this entire property as originally envisioned. The Town is, however, not restricted from revising its program of utilization where it may reflect changing local recreational needs. When development does reach a reasonable level of completion, the sign required by the terms of the deed must be posted. You may wish to attach it to the fence in similar fashion as the "no dumping" signs now are, in order to decrease vulnerability to vandalism. If you should have any further questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Andrews or me at (215) 597-2785. Sincerely, Aeo/� -19 Robert F. Gift Chief, Federal Services Division Enclosure It is the intention of the Town of Wappinger to develop the, Area as shown on the accompanying map. 1. ROAD SYSTEM It is not intended to allow private vehicles to enter upon or use the existing interior road system. This road system will only be used by the Town's personnel as an access road for operation and maintenance. A parking area will be provided just off River Road South -» (Chelsea Road) and all activities will be entered upon by walking from the parking lot. FACILITIES ;,.. a. SCENIC OUTLOOK A scenic outlook with .stragically placed benches will be provided in the area just to the north of the parking lot and on the area west of River Road South. b. PLAYFIELD The playfield will be either a baseball softball field or be a multi use field for such varied activities as soccer, football; field hockey, etc. c. WINTER SPORTS The existing pond will be used for winter ice skating. d. PICNICKING ..The western most area will be used for picnicking. Tables will be placed throughout the area. Since no cars will be allowed on the -property,. the picnicker, must hike from the parking lot to the picnic area. y SCHEDULE OF DEVLOPIIIENT AND COST THEREOF 1973 By: Rudolph E. LaPar 3/30/72 20 benches for scenic outlook - $50.00@ - _$ 1.,000.00 Parking Area -� Gravel &Oil &Stone .2. Approx. 40,000 sq. ft. @.20 per sq. ft. - 8,000.00 3. Re -gravel existing road a. 300 cubic yards @ $3.00 per yard - 900.00 :b. 30', of Culvert $10.00 per feed - 300.00 _ 4'. Preparation of Pond for Skating - 500.00 =" 5. Picnic Area a. 30 Tables @$100.00 -- 3, 000.00 b. Preparation of Area - 1,000.00_ ; TOTAL DOST $ 14,700.00 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, The Town of Wappinger would like to honor Kenneth Arthur Browne, who was killed at the age of nineteen during the Korean conflict while serving his country, and WHEREAS, Kenneth Arthur Browne resided in the Chelsea Area of the Town of Wappinger, now BE IT RESOLVED, the playing field at the Dratz-Deegan Recreation Area in the Town of Wappinger be dedicated to the memory of all those who served their country during the Korean Conflict, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the above mentioned field be re -named as the Kenneth Arthur Browne Memorial Playing Field and that this be indicated by the placing of a placque on the backstop. Offered By Seconded By Dated TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECREATION COMMISSION MILL STREET WAPPfNGERS FALLS, N. Y. 12590 February 25, 1985 MEMO TO: Joseph Incoronato FROM: Recreation Commission Re: Re -naming the Castle Point Recreation Site Enclosed is a copy of a letter dated July 8, 1980 from Past Supervisor Louis D. Diehl regarding the naming of the Castle Point Field as Dratz Deegan Recreational Area. Also enclosed is a letter dated August 19, 1980 from Dr. Henry M. Dratz. The Recreation Commission at its meeting felt that it would not be proper to change the name but would recommend that the ballfield located at that area be named the Browne Memorial Playing Field. A placque so stating would be placed on the backstop. If your committee would like to obtain some type of monument, it could also be placed at this site. 1J1kIL mbr Encs. 2 cc: Town Board Members T(f F MILL STREET 0 - TOWN TOWN OF WAPPINGER SUPERVISOR'S C]FFICE; { LOUIS D, DIEHL_ SUPERVISOR Castle Point Veterans Hospital Castle Point, NY 12511 ATT: Dr. Henry Dratz .. Dear Dr. Dratz: July 8, 1980 P 446? f�� WAPPINGERs FALLS, N, Y. 12590 It is a pleasure to inform you that the Recreation Commission of the Town of Wappinger has named that parcel of land dedicated by the Federal Government to the Town of Wappinger as "DRATZ-DEEGAN FIELD". Mr. Hugh J. Maurer, Chairman of the Recreation Commission advised me this date it was a unanimous decision of the Recreation Commission. Mr. Maurer and I, congraulate the chDice of naming the field as this was discussed many times by us. The Town of Wappinger officials appreciate the cooperation and assis- tance and the final success of receiving this grant which would never have been started and completed except for you and Dr. Deegan. Again,' allow me to thank you and applaud your civic cooperation and thanks to Hugh J. and the entire Recreation Commission. Very my y urs, uis D. Diehl, Su ervisor Town of Wappinger LDD/no August 19, 1980 Mr. Louis D. Diehl '-Supervisor, Town of Woppinger Mill Street Wappingers rolls, New York 12590 Dear Mr, Diehl; 'Your letter of July 8, 1980,. certainly took me by surprise. I feel very humble indeed In this very gracious action taken by the Recreation Commission for 1 believe that anything I have clone to assist in brirging to fruition the full utilization of this donated land was my duty as Director of the VA Medical Center as well as being a citizen. Please express my gratitude and thanks to all involved. Sincerely yours, TOWN OF WAPPiNGER SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE MILL STREET - 1 ' WAPPINGERS FALLS, N, Y. 12590 LOUIS D. DIEHL - SUPERVISOR - July 8, 1980 Castle Point Veterans Hospital Castle Point, NY 12511 ATT: Dr. Henry Dratz Dear Dr. Dratz: It is a pleasure to inform you that the Recreation Commissionof the a Town of Wappinger has named that parcel of land dedicated by the Federal Government to the Town of Wappinger as "DRATZ-DEEGAN .FIELD". Mr. Hugh J. Maurer, Chairman of the.Recreation Commission advised me this date it was a unanimous decision of the Recreation Commission. Mr. Maurer and T, congraulate the clvice of naming the field as this was discussed many times by us. The Town of Wappinger officials appreciate the cooperation and assis— tance and the final success of receiving this grant which would never have been started and completed except for you and Dr. Deegan. Again, allow me to tharkyou and applaud your civic cooperation and thanks to Hugh J. and the -entire Recreation Commission. /prymy yours, ry . Diehl, Su ervisoi Town of Wappinger LDA/no TOWN OF WAPPiNGER SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE t 4 1 MILL STREET 401JIS D. DIEHL SUPERVISOR WAPPINGERS FALLS, N, Y. 12590 April. 18, 1980 Hugh J. Mauer, Chairman .Recreation Town of Wappinger Wappingers Falls, NX 12590 Dear Hugh: I received information from Arthur Coughlin, that in his opinion Congressman. Hamilton Fish and Dr. Deegan, formerly at Castle Point were the orginal.-individuals who were responsible. for the.Town of Wappinger being dedicated lands for recreation, formerly owned by the Federal Government. He. believes the Town field should be named Dr. Deegan Field. I was unaware of this information and I have no objections. My first notification came from Dr. Dratz, now administrator at Castle Point, as to whether or not .the Town of Wappinger would like and accept the land.. From, that point on, Dr. Dratz moved the dedication and the Town of Wappinger received the land. We, at present, have not officially named this recreation field and if we use the name "Deegan", I would strongly recommend, "The Dr. Deegan- Dratz Recreation Area". In good conscious I could not leave Dr.. Dratz out. I suggest the Recreation Board and especially Chairman, Hugh J. Mauer, give me a suggestion on a name as Hugh J. Mauer was also an important individual in receiving lands_, Please advise. Very tru yours,' Louis D. Diehl, Supervisor Town of Wappinger LDL)/no Enclosure CC: TOWN BOARD A. COUGHLIN PLEASE! . PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE VOTE FOR HAM FISH!!'. PLEASE 'VOTE FOR HAM FISH!!! PLEASE VOTE FOR HAM FISH!!! PLEASE VOTE FOR' HAM FISH!!!'. HAM FISH HAS PROPOSED A DOCTOR DEEGAN FIELD AT CASTLE POINT! THIS IS A VOTE FOR OUR COMMUNITY. - YOUR VOTE WILL HELP US! Art Coughlin Republican Committeeman 2k_ „ G/ ez %�-��� 5 Home; 274 ALL ANGELS HILL ROAD WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590 Phone: 297-3935 RUDO LPH E. LAPAR, P.E.,P.C. Consulting Engineers June 13, 1979 Town Board Town of Wappinger Mill Street Wappingers Falls, N.Y. 12590 Mann Office: 90 EAST MAIN STREET WAPPINGERS rALLS, N.Y. 12590 Phonc:297-6272 Re: Town of Wappinger Castle Point Recreation Area Dear Board Members: Enclosed for your information is a map of the Castle Point Property obtained by the Town for recreation. Unfortunately no water front property is available to the Town. REL/lr encl. Very tru� yours, °M J,r k. 01 All 2 d" Rudolph E. Lapar/", P.E. Engineer to the"own RECEIVED J U N 18 1979 ELAINE H, SNOWDEN M TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECREATION COMMISSION MILL STREET WAPPINGERS FALLS. N. Y. 12590 March 9, 1979 Town Board, Town of Wappinger Mill Street Wappingers Falls, N.Y. Re: Equipment for Castle Point Dear Board Members: Please authorize the expenditure of $5,012 from the Parkland Deposits Trust Fund for the following equipment: 8 picnic tables & benches @ $195.00------------$1, 560.00 8 portable steel benches with backs @ $119.00--------------------------- ---- 952.00 1 backstop---------------------------------- 2,500.00 5,012.00 This will replace the equipment that has been placed on the site at Castle Point but has disappeared through the years. At the time the Federal Government deeded this property to the Recreation Commission, one of the provisions was that equipment would be provided. Since the Department of Interior has set a tentative date of April 3, 1979 for a site inspection, we feel it is important to live up to this agreement and order the items needed. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. M Yours truly, Hu Maurer, Chairman January 7, 1.976 Dr. Henry Dratz, Director Veterans Administration Hospital Castle Point, New York 12511 Dear Dr. Dratzk in response to your letter of November 7, 1975 requesting Permission to clear land beyond your property line, the Town Foard has granted this permission to you and hope it will help you with your project. Yours truly, Elaine H. Snowden, Town Clerk ROSigr I VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HosPITAL CASTLE POINT, NEW YORK 12511 November 7, 1975 Mr. Louis D. Diehl Town Supervisor Mill Street Wappingers Falls, New York 12590 Dear Mr. Diehl: �C)OPO/V �x U IN REPLY 533/138 REFER TO: This hospital is contemplating the construction of a chain link fence around the entire hospital grounds, in order to have security for patients, visitors and employees. Recently, a patient, who had been missing for four days, was found dead in the dense woods adjoining our grounds. In view of this tragic development, our hospital has made the building of a chain link security fence as its number one priority construction project for the coming fiscal year. In order to expedite this project, we are asking our neighbors to permit us to clear small brush from about five feet of land beyond our property line, so that we can perform regular maintenance on the new fence and more efficiently search our property when patients are reported missing. If you have any questions or desire more information, please call Mr. D.K.C. Harrison, Chief, Engineering Service, Telephone No. 914-831-2000, Extension 205. Your permission in writing will be appreciated. Sincerely yours, HENRY M. DRATZ, M.D. Hospital Director RIECEIVEO i//dZ7,�- SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE Sbow veteran's full name, VA file number, and social security number on all correspondence. The property shall be used and maintained for the e public purposes for which it was conveyed in -. Perpetuity as set forth in thero P gram of utilization and P?a contained in the application submitted by Grantee on the r16th day of February, q141972, As'amended the 30th day of March, 1972, which program P gr and plan may be farther amended from time to time at the request of either the Grantor or Grantee , With the r written.concurrence of -the other party, and such amendments shall be added t o and . become a Part of the original application.. 2• The Grantee, its successors aril assigns, shall not erect, maintain suffer or permit on thepemises or y, rny part 'thereof (1) any heavy industrial `plant, building, business, trade or occupation ihiich offensive or obnoau ' s odors, industrial waste .or excessive noise might emanate; 2. an y dangerous, offensive or obnoxious use, trade, business oroc c upatzOn; or (3) any other use, business, trade or occupation.ich, the ,judgment'of the Administrator of Veterans Affairs or his i designee, interferes with the proper care and treatment of patients at the u S. Veterans Administration Hospital, Castle Point, New York. 3• .The Grantee .shall within 6 months of.the date of this deed erect an . d { maintain a permanent sign or marker near the point of principal access to the conv ed ey area indicating that the property is a park or recreational area and has been acquired from the Federal Government for use by the general public. • The property shall not be sold, leased., assigned, or otherwise disposed of except to another eligible governmental agency that the Secretary of the Interior agrees in writing can assure the continued use and maintenance of the property for public park.or_`public recreationalux Purposes.subject. to the same p J terms and conditions in the original instrument of conveyance. However, nothing in this provision shall preclude the Grantee from providing related recreational, facilities and services compatible with the approved application, through concession agreements entered into with third parties, provided prior concurrence ta'such agreements is obtained in writing from the Secretary of.the Interior. 5. From the date of this oonveyance�, the „ Grantee, its. successors and assigns, , IN REPLY REFER T()� T T United States Department of the Interior BUREAU OF OUTDOOR RECREATION NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE Federal Building , Room 9310 600 ARCH STREET PhiLadclphia, Pennsylvania 19106 Mr. Louis D. Diehl Re: Portion, V.A. Hospital Supervisor Reservation, Castle Point, NY To-vm of Wappinger (v -NY -454F) To -an Hall, Mill Street Wappinger Falls, New York !P590 Dear Mr. Diehl: Thank you for the submission of your first biennial report for the above referenced former Federal surplus property. Since we are anticipating the receipt of the revised development plan, we are withholding our approval of this biennial report until we have had the opportunity to review the revised plan. We will anticipate receiving a copy of the revised development plan in the near future 8o we may continue our compliance review. Sincerely yours,. Edi ji. evXen erg A s s i s, t ann Regional Direct or IN REPLY REFER TO: United States Department of the Interior BUREAU OF OUTDOOR RECREATION NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE Federal Building • Room 9310 600 ARCH STREET Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 MAR. 3. 1975 Mr. Louis D. Diehl Re: Portion, V.A. Hospital Supervisor ResexvatioD. Castle Point, NY Town of Wappinger (V -NY -454F) . Town Hall, Mill Street Wappinger Falls, New York 12590 Dear Mr. Diehl: On October 3, 1.971+ a representative from our office, while in the area, conducted an on-site compliance inspection of the above property which was deeded to the Town of Wappinger, New York on September 1, 1972, for public park and recreation use. Our inspection revealed that (1) a sign showing public ownership and . notifying the public that the property is open or will be open for public use as required by the deed of transfer was not installed as of the date of our inspection; (2) the property was under construction and upon checking with the equipment operator, it was revealed that model airplane launching pads were under construction; however, such use is not mentioned in the Program of Utilization.. In checking our file we noted that the Town has not submitted the first biennial report which was due on September 1, 1974, and is required under the terms of the transfer. We request, therefore,.that the Town send us the first biennial report by March 17, 1975. The enclosed biennial report outline will assist you in preparing a report. Please include the following information in your report. (1) A photograph of the sign after installation or a statement of why it has not been erected to date and when the Town expects to have one installed. (2) The reason for initiating development of the model airplane pads. Include any other specific development plans under consideration which are not included in the Program of Utilization. ap4crray 2 V '�► M cc�� Ile ���6-19T6 .r (3) The status of an easement for a transmission line proposed by AT&T in mid -1973, which was to cross a portion of the property. If you have any questions concerning this request, please let us know. Sincere s Edwin L. ellenberger Assistant Regional Director Enclosure fyuldc l ire for the Preparation ' 1 Biennial Conpliance Reports It is rzot ebligatory on the part of the recipient to follow this outline� Of questions exaKID but it MY nr ovO to be of assistance to your agency in the pxepawtion of the required biennial report Which must be suh-`itted to the ROOM! VrectoK Wreau of Outdoor Recreation. The � recipi,ellt shr,uld answez the foll4ar ng questions when applicably:. Former Na,rre of Property Pre -Soot Vam-d Of Fx'oper ty GSA Control NLrrber , Report Due Date. � Biennial 10,mM ianc,e Qo soa:t 33'3f;ycY' ce -are (A) and use hr.s been n, de• Of existing facilities f � lylt :iA the 5;Ub ect Props rt? since h, previous biennial xeport, or to date* if it is your ill'st rcpn,=t7 r D ba . moi t s t { uesc.au� the de��...ocM..n;. of ��:�y nen facilities or services f pro id iu since yon, pzavl yx r?port ^ i (C) ,°-.soV is the p.rop:rty }fling maintained? i (d) Are the iFfGr+]'; >tl; .tea dev3%optients and Inaintellance in accord with i the Prograom os Utilization for this property? If noty .give an explanation. } r (H) indaicate `fietlhe-r or rot improvemants of tho property are in accord, with a piaster plan or site development plan. and are such ,improve- r"Crjt 5 ins phase vrit� a sche.ciule of improvement. If not, give an explanation. (A) Have sicjns. and markers been posted on and leading to the property : :rhich indican? that tho ;,t�bject is public property and open to they pubic? (B) }sage interPlOtative devices Wn posted, spFciti.ccally, on MUM properties? I (C) Have visitor use facilities been provided? (D) Is there a public transportation system to this property? III: Financial Statement (A) How much funds have been expended towards development of this property to date and how m:ch since the previous report? (B) What is the annual budget for this property? (C) Are admission fees charged, and if so, how much revenue was collected since the previous report on an annual breakdown? (D) Give the amount of operating costs since the previous report on an annual breakdown. () Have you received contributions to this property such as donated funds, voluntary labor and services, 'gifts of materials and equipments etc.? IV: Extent of Public Use (A) Indicate the annual, visitor use of this property since the previous report by actual count or by estimate (indicate which one). (B) Indicate the nature of use,, day use and/or overnight use. (C) indicate whether the property is overused, underused or used to capacity. (B) Indicate whether the property receives more local use or out-of- state use. hx Problems (A) In reference to use of the property or facilities,have t`rere been any complaints or violations regarding discrimination? If so, Mat action has been taken to resolve the matter? (B) Ras there been or do you anticipate any problems which might cotifiict with the use of this property such as: Highway problems, vandalism, racial problems, environmental intrusions insufficient maintenance, easements, etc. 2 VI: Legal Involvements (A) Are you presently involved with any legal agreements between third parties regarding the use, development or maintenance of the subject property such as leases, use permits, easements, exchanges, rights-of-way, etc. or do you have future intentions for such agreements? (B) Are you presently involved with any title problems regarding this property? VII: Future Program (A) Are you conterplating any changes in your administrative organization? (B) What are your future plans for new facilities? (C) Ilhat are your future plans for improvement of existing facilities? (D) Is there any foreseeable need to change the original Program of Utilization to meet future demands? VIII: fidditional Information (A) Indicate any information vibich you believe might have an effect on the use, develcpnent or maintenance of the subject property as it pertains.to the Deed of Transfer, the Program of Utilization or the Application. Signature Date 3 ' VA S7C1i.C3 i`A1Y SERVICE V 1946-1971 VETERANS -,'%DM'hN1S-T11RAT10N 25 Years of Servicc $'GCiI: PITAI- to Veteran -patients CASTLE POINT, Nzw YORK 12511 . ri1 29 IA"r s IP+%�iEPLY A p , cIwLR TO; 533/00 Honorable Louis Diehl Supervisor, Town of Wappinger Box 323 Wappingers Falls, New York.,125 3 Lear Mr, Mehl: With reference to our correspondence regarding grounds at Castle Point that may be leased for appropriate supervised recreational activities, this is to advise that the location and sire would be determined by the Town's request for use of the leased land. There is no dollar requiremer7ts as this land is not for sale, however, this area is unimproved and would require Town funds to make it usable and for maintenance. You may be aware that the Wappinger Conservation Association has leased an area for the purpose of initiating a community organic garden (flowers and vegetables) project. f . E would be happy to discuss this further with you. 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N. 0 c >11 I- z 1121! ul w U,,i (n "I'd < ul 0 Z Ad 2 < cl u NeC z x oww .4� 0 <', SWI x J ua Ld ceC 0 -1 0 cl u NeC z x oww .4� 0 <', Nov. 8, 1972 Mr. Q. Groenwegen, Marshall & Sterling insurance Inc. imperial plaza Wappingers Falls, N.Y. Dear Q, The Town 0f Wappinger has acquired ,property at Castle Point described as "Portion -VA Hospital. Reservation, Castle Paint, New York (V -NY -454P. The Hoard has directed that our insurance Agent be so notified of t1is acquisition and provide all necessary insurance coverage, including liability. Yours truly, Zlaine H. Snowden Town Clerk IN REPLY REFER TO. UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF OUTDOOR RECREATION FEDERAL BUILDING 1421 CHERRY STREET PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA 18102 SEp 1 1972 Mr. Louis D. Diehl Supervisor Rea Portion - VA Hospital Town of Wappinger Reservation, Castle Town Hall Point, New York Mill Street (V -NY -4454F) Wappingers Falls, New York 12590 Dear Mr. Diehl: We are pleased to announce that the enclosed deed upon execution by your agency will transfer the subject property to the Town of Wappinger for public park and recreation purposes under Public Law 91-4485 Please have the proper official(s) execute the deed and have it recorded. We request that you provide us with six copies of the recorded deed for distribution to the proper Federal agencies. Under separate cover you will also receive a certificate of transfer which you may wish to exhibit in an appropriate location for public viewing. The certificate of transfer indicates in handsome, scroll print the law under which the property is conveyed, the name of the property, the date of conveyance and is signed by the Secretary of the Interior and the Director of the Bureau of outdoor Recreation. We look forward to further association with you in the years to come and if we can be of assistance in answering any questions that you may have regarding the subject property or the Surplus Property Program, please contact us. We ask that you send the six copies of the recorded deed to the address on our letterhead. Sincerely yours, (6� Ronald M. Wyle, Ch of Division of Federal Coordination Enclosure Res Portion - VA Hospital Reservation Castle Point, New York 454F) We hereby acknowledge that we will assume custody and accountability of the above described property on the day of 1972� A.D., at olclock� M. 0 M IN REPLY REFER TO. Certified &&il UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF OUTDOOR RECREATION FEDERAL BUILDING 1421 CHERRY STREET PHILADELPHIA. PENNSYLVANIA 19102 Mr. Allan S. Rapplsyea Attorney and Counsellor at Law 8 Lafayette Place Poughkeepsie, New York 1.2601 Dear Mr. Rappleyeas AUG 9 1972 Rex Portion - VA Hospital, Reservation, Castle Point, New York (V -NY -454F) The application for conveyance of the Federal surplus property referenced above has been approved and the General Services Administration has assigned the property to the Secretary of the Interior for disposal for public park and recreation use. We will continue to expedite final legal requirements so that we can convey title as soon as possible. If you are required or wish to conduct a title search of the property, we suggest that you initiate such action at this time as we expect that the Town will be ready to accept title when the deed is delivered in the near future. A copy of the proposed deed is enclosed for your review so that you may determine if the contents are acceptable. In the meantime, pursuant to condition 4 on page 20 Part "All of your application, it is hereby requested that the Town of Vappinger take possession of the land described in the application and designated as Portion - VA Hospital Reservation, Castle point, New York (V -NY -454F) within fifteen (15) days following receipt of this letter. From and after the date the Town takes possession of said property,the Town shall assume the obligation of management, maintenance, and protection thereof. By copy of this letter we are notifying the General Services Administrations New York City, New York, of our request. We would appreciate your acknowledgement of this request by completing the attached statement and returni opy to whetherg one not(thecproposed deedoffice- ineets with the Town's please notify Town's wheth approval, and if not* what revisions are believed necessary. Sincerely yours, Ronald W. Py1 , (Xief Division of Federal Coordination ALLAN 1E, cRA.PPi)niYEA A'T'TORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT L,AW 6 LAFAYETTE PLACE POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601 T9WRPmoNX 454.0003 April 18, 1972 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Outdoor Recreation Federal Building 1421 Cherry Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 Re: V -NY -454F Attention: Rolland B. Handley, Regional Director Dear Sir: This letter is in response to your request for an opinion .as to whether a town may acquire park lands in an adjoining town. I can find no direct authority on this point except for the general authority contained in Section 241 of the General Municipal.Law which permits towns to acquire lands for park. purposes. There is an opinion of the Comptroller of the State of New York reported in Volume 9 at page 121, of the Opinions of the State Comptroller. This opinion indicates that a munici- pality can participate in the ownership of,park land located in another municipali �, , r� 7 ,' ;'� September 13, 1971 Mr. Albert Wilson, Chief, Real i Property Division Property Management & Disposal Service General Services.Administration 26 Federal Plaza New York, N.Y. 10007 f Dear Q. Wilson: As indicated in my leiter of August 30, 1971 T.fulfilled your request of August 4 and.met with representatives from the State, the County. and -the Towns of Fishkill and Wappinger on September l0.to.:coordinate interest in the -Castle Point property. During this meeting it -was determined that:. 1. The State Bureau of the Budget had expressed interest in said property on behalf of.the .Urban Development Corporation. Subsequently, UDC evaluated thesite and found the property does not suit -its interests; accordingly, UDC.is no longer interested in the site. 2. The Towns of Fishkill and Wappinger maintain interest in acquiring the site for public purposes. Since portions of the property lie in each Town; the Towns will seek to work out a joint application, plan and pro- grams for acquiring subject property and using it for public purposes. Town officials hope to do this within the time span specified in the Town of Wappingers resolution dated July 12, 1971. However, in my opinion the intergovernmental aspects of this application will probably require more time for planning. It will probably take about three :months from the date of this letter to work out a joint plan; therefore, I recommend December 31, 1971 be set as the target date for formal ap- plication.. 3.. Dutehess County maintains concern over the future o,,,nership and use of the CastlePointproperty but is willing to tentatively waiver its interest on behalf of the Towns of F'ia kill and Wappinger. Neverthe- less, the County wishes to maintain a right'to renew its interest in the surplus land disposal should the Towns' program fail to be accomplished. in the opinion of those present at stated meeting, the Castle Point property should be kept in public ownership and all possible means of doing this must be explored. /-7 ) f" �r �Y? � !rr! E 7 r" - - ., . ,.�� �.....J L,i �� � .,J «.../ ..... A:.! a.J � . ......_iJ iJ .,J qui 4-��J i.J Li c..�kyT Lr �.._i �rf L 1..1 s..i w� W �..• e• - 47CAtJXON SYnr "P Yi1 p,;,r 1 --co, 485'989F September 13, 1971 Mr. Albert Wilson, Chief, Real i Property Division Property Management & Disposal Service General Services.Administration 26 Federal Plaza New York, N.Y. 10007 f Dear Q. Wilson: As indicated in my leiter of August 30, 1971 T.fulfilled your request of August 4 and.met with representatives from the State, the County. and -the Towns of Fishkill and Wappinger on September l0.to.:coordinate interest in the -Castle Point property. During this meeting it -was determined that:. 1. The State Bureau of the Budget had expressed interest in said property on behalf of.the .Urban Development Corporation. Subsequently, UDC evaluated thesite and found the property does not suit -its interests; accordingly, UDC.is no longer interested in the site. 2. The Towns of Fishkill and Wappinger maintain interest in acquiring the site for public purposes. Since portions of the property lie in each Town; the Towns will seek to work out a joint application, plan and pro- grams for acquiring subject property and using it for public purposes. Town officials hope to do this within the time span specified in the Town of Wappingers resolution dated July 12, 1971. However, in my opinion the intergovernmental aspects of this application will probably require more time for planning. It will probably take about three :months from the date of this letter to work out a joint plan; therefore, I recommend December 31, 1971 be set as the target date for formal ap- plication.. 3.. Dutehess County maintains concern over the future o,,,nership and use of the CastlePointproperty but is willing to tentatively waiver its interest on behalf of the Towns of F'ia kill and Wappinger. Neverthe- less, the County wishes to maintain a right'to renew its interest in the surplus land disposal should the Towns' program fail to be accomplished. in the opinion of those present at stated meeting, the Castle Point property should be kept in public ownership and all possible means of doing this must be explored. ,e Mr. Albert Wilson, Chief Page 2 Real Property Division 9/13/71 In summary, you can expect the Towns of Fishkill and Wappinger to make formal application for. acquisition of the Castle Point land by the end- t.�e year. if such an application is not. forthcoming, or isfoundd unaccep-ca le, the County will express its views regarding the disposal of the surplus property: I trust the above arrangements will be considered satisfactory; if not, please advise. Very truly yours,,, i� - dam•. „Y's •y, "'„!�'» '�.r'�:✓".�w....... �...+'. `�/+�^'�. 'HENRY,.EEI SSENoBUT T EL COMMISSIONER OF PLANNING HH:en cc: David C. Schoentag, County Executive Louis Diehl, Supervisor, Tow-a of Wappinger George Schlathaus, Chairman, Wapp nger Recreation Commission. Herbert Muller, . Supervisor, 'Town of Fishkil.l Herbert Morris, Exec. Officer, Urban Development Corp. R. L. Dunham, Director, State. Division of Budget Howard Quinn, District Director, .State .Office .of.Planning Services pofobert P. Storseth, D.irector.PNRS, Tri--State.Regional Planning Commission ' RECEIVED NOV 1971 ELAINE H, SNOWDEN co ,rR r,c �I Fc :, w . 11.«.� -� � �, t^ r a" q-....•, � 1 d � 3 f+ 9 6 $ t $ ;' S t' ` � / "'y 5`'y � . October 29, 1971 Mr. Albert Wilson, Chief Real Property Division Property Management & Disposal Service General Services Administration 26 Federal Plaza New York, N.Y. 10007 Re: PNRS - Disposal of Surplus Government Property [NY -233] Veterans Administration Hospital Reservation Castle Point, Dutchess County, N.Y. USA GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION Dear Mr. Wilson: This refers to your notice of surplus government property at Castle Point. This notice has been circulated to the appro- priate regional and local planning agencies for comments. Tr'x-State considers this project to be of n.onregional significance. Attached for your information and to be included in your formal application are comments.received from the Town of Wappinger.and the Dutchess County Department of Planning. In the event you should substantially change this notice, then it will be necessary for you to resubmit the application to this office for review. Otherwise, you are cleared to proceed with your formal application to the federal government, subject to similar clearance .from the state clearinghouse. This letter does, not release the applicant from compliance with federal requlations regarding the application nor state laws requiring licenses,. permits or approval by another -state agency charged with the administration of this program. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.. Sincerely, Robert P. Storseth, Director Management and Finance RPS/jr enc. cc: H. Heissenbut,.t'el E. Snowden T. McDonald F. Lapp C'C HB?, lli,e,hi TOWN OF WAPPINGER TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE _ SUPERVISOR MILL, STREET - COUNCILMEN LOUIS D. DIEHL WAPPINGERS FALLS, N. Y. 12590 LQUIS C. CLAUSEN ELAINE H. SNOWDEN. G. DONALDFINNAN torr. of HIGHWAYSTOWN CLERK HARRY F. HOLT WILLIAM P. HORTON OFFICE HOURS JAMES MILLS. JR', 9A,WTO4P. M. July 22, 1971 Tri-State Transportation Commission 100 Church Street New York, New York, 10007 Gentlemen: Referencing to the attached letter from the Dutchess County Department of Planning, please be advised that the Town of Wappinger has indicated their interest in the portion of property at Castle Point Veterans Hospital that has'be`en 'determined to be surplus and available for disposal, and the Town has so advised General Services Administration by the enclosed Resolution. Yours truly, Elaine H. Snowden Town Clerk F7 (77- f 47CAfilMON STA: -CT F''D'UC"IfrEPSIE, NEW YDRK 126Oi 4Et5'J.8$a July 19, 1971 Mr. Louis Diehl, Supervisor Town of Wappinger 95 South Avenue Wappingers Falls, N.Y. 12590 Dear Lou: Please be advised that the VA again proposes to dispose of surplus property at Castle Point Veterans Hospital. -- see enclosure. Federal, state, and regional planning procedures require we review this proposal and determine whether or not there is any local interest in the proposition. Please advise, via the enclosed postcard, whether or not your organization wishes to offer comments. If it does, please forward these in writing or by.phone. Thank you: Very truly yours, HENRY HEISSENBUTTEL COMMISSIONER OF PLANNING HH:en "ATT, f U1�lITEU STATES OF AMERICA GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION C, �> Property 2vanagement & Disposal. Service Region 2 DATE: July 6, 1971 ¢ 26 Federal Plaza RATTN OF New 2D.\ New York, New York 10007 susizcT: Veterans Administration Hospital Reservation (P), Castle Point, N.Y. V -NY -454P . Town Clerk Town of Wappinger Dutchess County, New York A portion. of the Veterans Administration Hospital Reservation, Castle Point, New 'York, has been determined to be surplus Government property and available for disposal. Included in the attached notice area description of the property and procedural :instructions to be followed if any public agency desires to summit an application for the property. Please note particularly the name and address given for filing. written notice if any public agency desires to submit such an application, the time limitation within which written notice,:;must be filed, and the required content of such notice. Additional instructions are provided for the submission of comments regarding any incompatibility of the disposal With any public agencyts development plans and programs. In order to ensure that all interested parties are informed of `the availability of .this property, please post the additional copies of {.._.__ the attached notice in appropriate conspicuous places A notice of surplus determination also is being mailed to the Honorable Nelson A. Rockefeller, Governor of New York; Board of Supervisors, Dutchess County Court House, Poughkeepsie, New.York Town Clerk, 'T'own Hall, Castle Point; Town Clerk, Town of Chelsea; New York State Office of Planning Coordination, Albany, Nein Yorlc; Tri=State .Transportation Commission,. New York, New York, and to the Metropolitan District Review Coordinator, Office of Planning Coordination, New York, New York. AI BEIRT WILSON Chief, Real Property Division Attachment RECEIVED JUL 8 1971 ELAINE f1. SNOWDEN Keep Freedom in Your Future With U.S. Savings ,bonds z fInIp 2 --- - - - - - - - -------- -.- rp, Adm z fInIp 2 a ." -.- rp, Adm UJ rl I x < 0 X U- < 0 0 z. F— ZT1,31 Lli ui 0 Z. Ln a A p ." -.- rp, Adm