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AGENDA
TOWN BOARD
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
NOVEMBER 27, 1995
7:30 p.m.
1.
SUPERVISOR CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2.
ROLL
CALL
PLEDGE. ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
3.
Accept Minutes Reg. Oct. 23,195 Sp. 14/13/95
4.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS: Sup/Compt Town Justices Receiver.of Taxes
Zoning
Adm. Bldg. Insp. Dog Control_ Officer
5.
PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
a.
b.
Carol & David DeWoody request for "deaf Child" sign on Appleblossom
Irene A. DeRossi: Complaint about water run-off In back yard
C.
Gail Hansen re: Double Standards re: Ordinances
d.
J. Anzeaino, Waterfront Specialist/Planner - Scenic Hudson, re:
Wheeler Hill Rd. & consideration for minimalist road work
2.
-f.
Bryce McCann, All Angels re: Dangerous Curve on all Angels near DugE
L. Nguyen, Ping Bd. Sect'y,
g.
re: Ordinance as relates to Gas Station:
M. Stanulewich, Hughsonville Fire Dist. Re: Loc box for key to
Hydrant at Town Highway Garage
11.
T. Logan request permission for Dawn Idema to attend Assessment
Administration Course 1/8/96 thru 1/12/96
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Stenger Ct. residents re: more street signs
j.
k.
Peter Schwindler re: Sewer backup in house & request for reimburses
1.
Timothy Holls re: damage to car from raised manhole cover-Wildwood
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Richard Germiller, D. Co. Traffic & Safety, response re: site distal
for
Brook Place/All Angels Hl.:LI. Rd.
m.
E. Saris, Attuy for Tax reviews, re: Nelson Constr.uctLon permission
effectuate settlement
n.
Jaya]. F.del.man/Alba Vargas, 4 Bfg Elm, re: ".Dead Find"signs
o.
T. Logan, Assessor re: 6 ,mall. parcels of vacant: land offered to 'I
by County
if wanted
p.
Request to use voting machines from: Hughsonville Fire Dist. & New
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Hackensack Fire Dist for elections 12/12/95
q.
E. Snowden, T/Clerk, re: erecting "Polling Banners" for Election Dal
r.
Requests for return of Escrows from (1) Harold Buchner, Sun Up, for
$2,739 (2) Dennis
& Mari Malone, 'Thompson Terr. P500 (3) Janine
Santiago, Smithtown Rd., $196.50 (4) Mid Hudson Chinese Christian
Church, $438.25
S.
Mari Sevey, Gen. Manager., US Cablevision, r.eque,,t to hook up to
Municipal Water
t.
J. Paggi, Eng, to Twn. Reports: (1) Nicole Farms (to D. Close)
(2) Wapp.
Sewer trans/Treatment IA Phase 1 Contract. (3) Add'1
parcels Wapp. Sewer Imp. #1 Early Entry Agreement w/Tri-Muni and
corr. from Tri-Muni Commission (4) Castle Point Landfill-EQBA
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closure assistance (5) Dutchess Med. Arts B.Idp,., Wappingers Park"11''
(6) A
tlas,III.1:Lt'op & Rockl.ngham Wel.1 Fields-Chlorine Retention Facilj
Ground Water under influence of Surface Water determination (6)
11/1 bill
from Village Water Dept. (7) Tri-Muni Contract #1 Change
Order (8) Watch Hill Water.
u.
ITT Hartford corr: re: Loss 'ontrol Service
v.
NY Central Mutual Re: John Badar Claim on Sewer Backup
w.
G. Foster 11. Supt. Corr; to J. W. Smith Paving
X.
Camo Report on Lacey - 10 Deer Run - Sewage backup
y.
Emanuel F. Saris, Attny for tax reviews, corr. rci Marshfield
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Z.
Highway P.O.'s - Brady Power Saw, $1.,250 consider approval
6.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.
BONDS
& LETTERS OF CREDIT
a.
Zoning Administrator Report
b.
Accept Franchise Bond .for CATV
11.
ItESOLUTI-ONS
a.
Collslder CD Fund Projects
b.
Vacancy - Zoning Board of Appeals
C.
G. Foster - Resolution for CHIPS funding
d.
Meadow Wood - Domber subdivision - Ping Bd. recommendation to
develop under Conservation S111)111.viflion Regulatl.o,,.s
e.
f.
Conl0roller Ann Buckley requei,ts Bridget 'Transfers
Camo Contract
g.
Change December meetl.ug Night to 7.2/27/95
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TOWN BOARD AGENDA
NOVEMBER 27, 1995
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9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. NEW BUSINESS
11. ADJOURNMENT
REMINDER: PUBLIC HEARING - FLEETWOOD WATER - 7:00 P.M.
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
was held on November 27, 1995 at the Town Hall, 20 Middlebush
Road, Wappingers Falls, New York.
Supervisor Smith called the Meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
Present:
Constance Smith, Supervisor
Joseph Ruggiero, Councilman
Robert Valdati, Councilman
Joseph Incoronato, Councilman
June Visconti, Councilwoman
Elaine H. Snowden, Town Clerk
Others Present:
Albert Roberts, Attorney to the Town
Jay Paggi, Engineer to the Town
Graham Foster, Highway Superintendent
The Supervisor asked all to join in the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag at the commencement of the Meeting.
MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 23, 1995 and
Special Meeting of November 13, 1995 having previously been
forwarded to the Board Members, were placed before them for
their consideration.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved that the above stated Minutes as
submitted by the Town Clerk be and they are hereby approved.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
Reports for the month of October were received from the
Supervisor/Comptroller, Town Justices, Receiver of Taxes,
Building Inspector, Zoning Administrator, Dog Control Officer.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI referred to the correspondence that Mr.
Keller received complimenting his staff for being so helpful and
efficient.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the above reports and
place them on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
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Motion Unanimously Carried
PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
The first item on the Agenda is correspondence from Carol &
David DeWoody with a request for a "Deaf Child" sign on
Appleblossom Lane. Mr. Foster informed the Board that this
request has been taken care of. A sign has been erected `
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from Irene A. DeRossi of 10 Barbara Drive with a
complaint about the run-off of water in her back yard forming a
dangerous environment. She is certain it is a Town problem.
Mr. Paggi, Engineer to the Town assessed the drainage concern of
Mrs. DeRossi, and field inspected the site. Upon inspection he
noted that the area is rather large and it appears to have no
outlet. The runoff to the pond appears to be generated from the
general surrounding area and not from any road runoff. He also
reviewed the filed map to determine if a drainage easement
exits, and found none. It is his opinion that the Town has no
obligation to perform the work, and therefore, should not do so.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from Gail Hansen in reference to the double
standard of certain zoning laws in the Town of Wappinger.
Recently she had a vehicle for sale on her front lawn, and was
notified by the Zoning Administrator that it is prohibited to
place an unregistered vehicle on the lawn, and was given 8 days
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to remove it. She removed it within 24 hours. Upon questioning
Mr. Close, the Zoning Administrator, she was also told that
hanging signs on telephone poles or staking yard sale signs was
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against Zoning Laws. She questions the many signs that were
allowed to be hung on poles and posters erected on almost every
street corner during election time. She felt they were an
eyesore and in some cases were an obstruction. The
homeowner who is paying their taxes and obeying the laws is in
�r violation however the candidates running for election can
disregard these laws!
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Next, correspondence from Jeffrey Anzevino, Waterfront
Specialist/Planner, Scenic Hudson, regarding a recent article
that appeared in the Southern Dutchess News that reported the
Town had been reviewing plans to improve Wheeler Hill Road.
He hopes the Town recognizes the value of Wheeler Hill Road and
its contribution to the history and tourist economy of both
Wappinger and Dutchess County and feels efforts to improve the
road would destroy the rural qualities found along its way and
may encourage even higher speeds. He would like to be contacted
when plans for the road work on Wheeler Hill are available and
notified, when the public hearings are scheduled.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to place the correspondence on file
and notify Mr. Anzevino when Mr. Paggi's report is available.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from Bryce McCann of 449 All Angels Hill Road
regarding dangerous conditions of the curve on All Angels
Hill Road near Dugan Lane. He is requesting the speed limit be
reduced from 55 MPH to 30 MPH.
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COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to table this to the December 11, 1995
Workshop when Charles Traver from the County will be in
attendance to discuss this issue with residents.
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Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
A memo from Planning Board Secretary Linda Nguyen. During the
Boards deliberations, they found in the Zoning Ordinance under
Gasoline Filling Stations, Article IV, Section 440.3.1 and
440.3.5, which states that there is to be 2500 feet between
filling stations and it has to be 1000 feet from a residence.
If these stipulations are left in the Zoning Ordinance, it would
make it legally impossible to open another gasoline filling
station in the Town of Wappinger.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the correspondence and
place on file.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
A request from Michael Stanulewich, Chief of the Hughsonville
Fire District for 2 additional hydrant wrenches for the Lock
Device for the Hughsonville Fire District. Mr. Paggi informed
the Board that he drafted a letter to the Village Board stating
the Towns concern regarding the one hydrant key and the Towns
recommendation to place a lockbox at the Highway Garage, with
keys placed at Hughsonville, Johnson, New Hackensack and Garner
Fire Companies. He has had no response. Mr. Valdati said he
would contact the Village. Mr. Paggi also notified Chief
Stanulewich that he can not have additional Hydrant wrenches.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Tom Logan, Assessor requesting permission be granted for Dawn
Idema to attend the one week Assessment Administration course
provided by the State Board of Real Property Services in
Newburgh, from January 8, 1996 to January 12, 1996. There
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is no charge for this course.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the request for Dawn
Idema to attend the Assessment Administration Course in Newburgh
January 8, 1996 to January 12, 1996.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Li Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from residents of Stenger Court with a request
%W that the Town do some research on the need for more street
signs to indicate a side street and the possibility of exiting
cars and turning traffic on Stenger Court. Many Residents have
experienced a serious traffic risk when entering/exiting their
street on to River Road North. Mr. Foster, Highway
Superintendent informed the Board said this request was
already taken care of.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Next is an itemized list of the personal property that Peter
Schwindeller of 15 Deer Run Drive lost as the result of a sewage
backup into his house that occurred on October 21, 1995. Also
included was a bill from Tri -County Maintenance for professional
cleanup of the first floor of his home, a copy of the letter
from Camo Pollution Control, and a note from his insurance
broker indicating the his homeowners does not cover for the loss
from water that backs up through sewer or drains. MRS. SMITH
informed the Board that this claim had been forward to
Marshall & Sterling, Insurance agents for the Town.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Next is a letter from Timothy P. Hollis, describing an alleged
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accident involving his car on a Town manhole cover on Wildwood
Drive on August 19, 1995 and a request for reimbursement of
repairs. In his reply, Mr. Foster, Highway Superintendent
explained that because the manholes only stick up under 2" they
cause a minor annoyance to traffic when hit by a car which is
why they are painted. Most motorists will straddle the risers
to avoid the bump. There is no way the raised manholes can
cause the type of damage Mr. Hollis describes. Prior to Mr.
Hollis's letter, that was received by Mrs. Smith, on October 31,
1995, Mr. Foster had not received a report of an accident from
Mr. Hollis and therefore does not feel this is a valid claim
against the Town.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Also a letter from Richard J. Germiller, Jr. persuant to a
request made by Mrs. Smith regarding a complaint about limited
sight distance exiting from Brook Place onto County Route 94.
Upon investigation of this request, Mr. Germiller reported that
the existing sight distance as measured from twelve(12) feet
back from the white line looking to the left is 373 feet. The
minimum required sight distance for a road with a posted 40 MPH
speed limit is 353feet, and compensating for the upgrade
approach this minimum is reduced to 338 feet. As you can see,
the existing sight distance is more than adequate. However, the
existence of a paved shoulder gives the appearance of being too
close to the travel land. It was noted that the aforementioned
twelve feet from the white line situates the driver at a
location approximately even with the current location of the 1
existing stop sign. If the Town of Wappinger feels that the
plants between the edge of the shoulder to the edge of the
County right of way need to be trimmed back you may do so, but
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we suggest that, even though they may be within the County right
of way, you still secure the permission of the landowner whose
frontage they are on. SUPERVISOR SMITH informed the Board that
she had sent a copy of this letter to Christine Brady, 7 Brook
Place.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept correspondence and place
it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
A letter from Attorney Emanuel Saris, who handles tax reviews
for the Town, Re: Nelson Construction Inc. v. Town of
Wappinger. Mr. Saris and Assessor Tom Logan agree, it is in the
best interest of the Town of Wappinger to reduce the assessment
from $210,000.00 to $180,000.00 for tax year 1995. The Town
would save substantial costs of appraisal and trial.
COUNCILMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize Emanuel Saris, to
effectuate the proposed settlement.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Because their road is a quiet dead end with a cul de sac, and to
alleviate driver confusion when looking for Wheeler Hill or
River Road, there was a a request from Jayal Edelman and Alba
Vargas of 4 Big Elm Road to have a "Dead End" sign installed at
the entrance of Big Elm. MR. FOSTER, Highway Superintendent
notified the Board that the sign was installed.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from Assessor, Tom Logan notifying the Town that
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at present time 6 minute parcels of vacant land appear on the
Town Assessment Roll in the name of Dutchess County. The
County Commissioner of Finance, Phil Amodeo suggested that since
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these parcels were adjacent to the Town owned Conservation Area
that the Town might accept deeds to these parcels. The cost to
the Town would be $1.00.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize the Supervisor send a
letter to Mr. Amodeo informing him the Town has chosen not to
accept the deeds.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
Requests for the use of voting machines for their upcoming
annual Fire District Elections to be held on December 12, 1995
were submitted by Frank Borquist of the New Hackensack Fire
District and Eleanor Croshier of the Hughsonville Fire District.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to approve the requests from Frank
Borquist of New Hackensack Fire District and Eleanor Croshier of
Hughsonville Fire District for the use of (1) voting machine
each, for their December 12, 1995 election. Also to add Chelsea
Fire District in case a request for the use of a voting machine
is received from them.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The following letter was submitted to the Town Board from Elaine
Snowden, Town Clerk.
Dear Board Members,
An incident occurred on Monday (11/6/95) which I believe needs
to be addressed. It is one the functions of preparing for the
Election, not an essential, legal function, but one that is an
aid to the Voters. To Digress for an instant, ever since we
have used "Polling Banners" to mark the Polling Places, the
Highway, having accepted the Town Boards request to do so, has
assumed the responsibility of putting them out, as well as being i
an integral part of Election Day preparations; Delivering and
returning the voting machines, picking up and returning suitcase
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supplies at the Board of Elections, and of course putting out
these Banners Election Eve. They have assumed this
responsibility without questions, and ever since the banners
have been initiated, it also has been part of their routine each
year at
election time. In
light
of this,
I made
a routine call
to the
Highway Department
Monday
morning
just to
affirm that the
polling banners were being taken care of. Graham returned my
call, telling me that his men could not put out these banners
because "they were very busy blacktopping today". I indicated
that it didn't matter as to when these were put out, as a matter
of fact, it traditionally had been done later in the afternoon
of Election Eve. He wasn't sure if there were any men
available even then, and the subject of being paid for doing
this job was also mentioned. I was not afforded the courtesy of
an answer as to whether or not anyone was going to do the job,
thus assuming it would, as usual, be taken care of. It was not,
consequently, the Supervisor and Deputy Supervisor undertook the
job early Tuesday morning. I, therefore, before this incident
becomes old and forgotten, would like to request the Board to
consider allowing an independent person be engaged to do this
job come Election times henceforth, I appreciate your
consideration of this request, and will be most grateful to have
the Board recommend a person for this yearly task. It is a
valuable assistance to the Voters, and it will be a relief
knowing that the mechanism is in place to see that it will
always be done. MR. FOSTER explained that if he were notified
far enough in advance he could plan for this. He could not
remove men from blacktopping.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to authorize the Town Clerk, Elaine
Snowden notify the Highway Department 1 month in advance to
make arrangements for the Polling Banners to be set up at the
Polling Places and this will now become a permanent function of
the Highway Department, as is the responsibility of distributing
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voting machines, during normal business hours.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
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Motion Unanimously Carried
Several requests for the return of Escrow Funds were received.
The first one is for Harold Buchner, Sun Up Enterprises,
$2,739.90 for a Site Plan & Special Use Permit.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the return of Escrow to
1.00
Harold Buchner, Sun Up Enterprises for $2,739.90, based on the
recommendation of Donald Close, Zoning Administrator.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The second request for the return of Escrow Funds is for Dennis
& Mari Malone, Thompson Terrace, $500.00 for a Driveway Bond.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the return of Escrow to
Dennis & Mari Malone for $500.00, based on the recommendation of
Donald Keller, Building Inspector.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The third request for the return of Escrow Funds is for Jeanine
Santiago, Smithtown Road, $76.50 for a Special Use Permit, as
amended.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the return of Escrow to
Jeanine Santiago for $76.50 based on the recommendation of Don
Close, Zoning Administrator.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The last request for the return of Escrow Funds is for the Mid
Hudson Chinese Christian Church $422.25 for a Site Plan as
amended.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the return of Escrow to
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the Hudson Chinese Christian Church for $422.25 based on the
recommendation of Don Close, Zoning Administrator.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
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Motion Unanimously Carried
Seconded by Councilwoman Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Several Reports were submitted from Engineer to the Town Jay
Paggi. The first was to Don Close in reference to Nicole Farms.
Mr. Paggi reviewed the revised deed descriptions and found them
all to be in order. He noted he did not check for surveying
or mathematical accuracy, however, have checked them for
conformance with the Filed Map referenced only. He would be
notifying Mr. Klein and the Engineering office with his
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findings.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the report and place it on
file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The second report is in regard to Wappinger Sewer Transmission
Treatment Improvement Area, Phase I, Contract No. 3. On
October 18, 1995 he advertised for Bids for the project and the
Bids were to be opened on November 10, 1995. He went on to
explain what would be required to transfer all existing follow
tributary to the Oakwood Knolls Sewage Treatment Plant to the
newly constructed trunk lines and ultimately to Tri -Municipal
Wastewater Treatment Facility. Once this construction is
completed, the Oakwood Knolls Treatment Plant will no longer be
in operation and the current discharge will be abandoned.
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A request from Mari L. Sevey,
General Manager
of U.S.
Cablevision Corporation, 38 Old
Route 9,
for
an update on the
availability of being able to
connect to
the
Municipal water
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supply.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to
authorize
the
Supervisor send a
letter to Ms. Sevey, informing
her none
is available
at this
time.
Seconded by Councilwoman Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Several Reports were submitted from Engineer to the Town Jay
Paggi. The first was to Don Close in reference to Nicole Farms.
Mr. Paggi reviewed the revised deed descriptions and found them
all to be in order. He noted he did not check for surveying
or mathematical accuracy, however, have checked them for
conformance with the Filed Map referenced only. He would be
notifying Mr. Klein and the Engineering office with his
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findings.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the report and place it on
file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The second report is in regard to Wappinger Sewer Transmission
Treatment Improvement Area, Phase I, Contract No. 3. On
October 18, 1995 he advertised for Bids for the project and the
Bids were to be opened on November 10, 1995. He went on to
explain what would be required to transfer all existing follow
tributary to the Oakwood Knolls Sewage Treatment Plant to the
newly constructed trunk lines and ultimately to Tri -Municipal
Wastewater Treatment Facility. Once this construction is
completed, the Oakwood Knolls Treatment Plant will no longer be
in operation and the current discharge will be abandoned.
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The Final connection will be made in early December and the
final flush around December 18th.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The third report is in reference to Mr. Paggi's recommendation
that the Town of Wappinger make a request to the Tri -Municipal
Sewer Commission for five (5) additional single family
residential hookups to be allowed under the existing Early Entry
Agreement for Phase 1 of the Wappinger Sewer Transmission
Treatment Improvement. Mr. Paggi contacted the commission and
they were to get back to him with their decision some time in
December.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The fourth report in reference to the Castle Point Landfill
EQBA Landfill Closure Assistance. Mr. Paggi's office is in the
process of preparing the necessary application and documentation
to apply for state assistance. As part of the application the
Town Board must adopt a formal Resolution authorizing the
submission for assistance, and naming the Supervisor as the
official representative to act in connection with any actions
between the Town and the State.
The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI
who moved its adoption and seconded by Mr. Incoronato.
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappingers herein called the
"Municipality" has hereby determined that certain work as
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described in the state assistance application and any amendments
thereof, herein called the "Project" is desirable and in the
public interest; and
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WHEREAS, Title 5 of Article 54 of the Environmental Conservation
Law authorized state assistance payments to municipalities for
closure of municipal landfills by means of a written agreement
and the Municipality deems it to be in the public interest and
benefit under this law to apply therewith;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Wappinger Town Board
(1) That Supervisor Constance 0. Smith is directed and
authorized as the official representative to act in connection
with any application between the municipality and the State,and
to provide such additional information as may be required;
(2) That one (1) certified copy of this Resolution be
prepared and sent to the Director, Division of Solid Waste, New
York State Department of Environmental Conservation, 50 Wolf
Road, Albany, New York 12233-4010 together with the application;
and
(3) That this Resolution take effect immediately.
Roll Call Vote:
Vot e
Constance Smith, Supervisor Aye
Joseph Ruggiero, Councilman Aye
Robert Valdati, Councilman Aye
Joseph Incoronato, Councilman Aye
June Visconti, Councilwoman Aye
This Resolution is hereby duly declared adopted.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize Engineer to the Town
Jay Paggi to submit the application.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Mr. Paggi would also like to set up a Workshop for December to
go over the proposed costs that are being submitted with the
application.
Next is Mr. Paggi's report on the Dutchess Medical Arts Building
request to connect to the Wappinger Park Water System. He has
determined that if the Dutchess Medical Arts Building is
connected to the Wappinger Park Water system, there would be
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no adverse effect on the current well production. The cost as a
tenant would be double that of a resident.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize Mr. Paggi to follow up
by sending a letter to Dr. Goldman asking him if he wishes to
enter into a tenancy agreement, and if so, contact Supervisor
Smith.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
The next report is in reference to Atlas, Hilltop and Rockingham
Well Fields, Chlorine Retention facilities, and Groundwater
Under the Influence of Surface Water Determination. As per
correspondence from the Department of Health and the Dutchess
County Health Department, the above referenced public water
supply wells have been determined to be not under significant
influence of surface waters. Prior to performing any of the
necessary upgrading of the existing chlorine detention
facilities they were awaiting this determination. Mr. Paggi
recommends that this issue be put on a Workshop for December or
January so it can be discussed at length. Supervisor Smith
will notify him.
The next report concerns the Water Bill for November 1, 1995
submitted to the Highway Department, from the Village of
Wappingers Falls Water Department, in the amount of $67.79. Mr.
Foster requested Mr. Paggi to review the bill. Upon reviewing
the bill Mr. Paggi discovered that in the original contract with
the Village, it states the Town of Wappinger will pay
residential rates and the Town was being charged for commercial
rat es.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize Mr. Paggi contact the
Village Water Department reminding them that the original
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contract states the Town to pay "Residential Rates" and is being
billed as a commercial user.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
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Motion Unanimously Carried
The next report for the Boards is a Tri -Muni Contract Change
Order #1. Specifically change orders 31 and 32. These change
orders were originally proposed by the contractor and rejected
by the Commission. By a copy of this letter, he is requesting
.,.' Mr. Litco to inform his office when pending Change Orders are
reconciled and agreed by both parties.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The last report from Mr. Paggi concerns Watch Hill Water.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to table this to a Workshop.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from ITT Hartford Insurance Group regarding Loss
Control Service of Several Employees for 1995 and report on
their overall review of the Towns Safety program. In their
comments they congratulated the Town for a very proactive
program. It is obvious that a safety consciousness among
employees has been created within the administration.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The next item for the Boards consideration is a Notice of Claim
from New York Central Mutual Fire Insurance Company. They are
the Insurance Carrier for John T. Badar, who sustained a loss as
a result of sewage backup to his home. In as much as they paid
the insured directly, they are requesting a reimbursement in the
amount of $1,410.72. Supervisor Smith informed the Board that
this claim was turned over to the Towns Insurance Carrier, Jack
Peluse.
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COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence from Graham Foster to J. W. Smith Paving firm
with a total of Expenditures for $171.57 incurred by the Town of
Wappingers caused by his paving firm leaving excavated material
in the road at 11 Barbara Drive on October 27, 1995. Mr.
Foster explained that he had called Mr. Smith several times to
clean up the area and gave him a deadline and only reached an
answering machine. Highway employees were sent to clean the
area. He sent Mr. Smith an invoice for $171.57, the cost to
send out the Highway men to clean up the area, and received a
check for that amount, which he turned over to the Comptroller.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Next is a memo from CAMO Pollution Control regarding the Sewer
Lateral Backups at the Lacy Residence, 10 Deer Run and the
work that they performed. At that time CAMO discovered that the
grade on the pipe between the house and the curb was inadequate.
To prevent future problems from occurring, the pipe should be
regraded. By Town Code, the regrading of this pipe is the
homeowners responsibility. Camo contacted the Homeowner and
their plumber with their findings.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Emanuel Saris, Attorney, submitted a copy of a Real Property
Transfer Report: Marshfield Enterprises, Inc. v. Town of
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Wappinger. Mr. Saris indicated that only 90 acres of the above
referenced premises were sold for $750,000.00. It appears that
the Town's course of action was abundantly prudent and correct.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
%kw A Purchase Order was submitted for approval from Graham
Foster, Highway Superintendent for $1,250.00 payable to Brady's
Equipment, for a Power Saw used to cut pavement. As required,
three proposals were submitted. Brady's Equipment, being the
lowest.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to approve the Purchase Order for
$1,250.00 payable to Brady's Equipment for a Power Saw, based on
the recommendation of Graham Foster.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Also a request from Mr. Foster to authorize $2,000.00 to an
existing Purchase Order for $5,500.00, payable to Enviro-
Science, for further testing of Wells.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to approve $2,000.00 be added to the
existing Purchase Order for $5,500.00 payable to Enviro-Science,
for further testing of the wells. The total Purchase Order
would be $7,500.00.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
COMMITTEE REPORTS
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO had no reports at this time.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI on the dangerous tree limb hanging on Route
9D, near #99 and #101. If there are any strong winds, the limb
could fall and injure someone. Mr. Valdati notified Mr.
Foster, who in turn called the Department of Transportation to
report the hanging limb. DOT has not gotten back to Mr. Foster
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yet.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to authorize the Supervisor to send a
letter to DOT putting them on notice.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO had no reports at this time.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI asked Mr. Foster when Regency Drive 14
would be blacktopped. Mr. Foster explained that it would not be
done until next year. He will send her a list of roads that
are expected to be blacktopped next year.
SUPERVISOR SMITH announced that tree lighting ceremonies would
be held on Sunday December 3rd at 5:00 P.M. at Schlathaus Park.
Tri -Muni Ceremonies would be held on December 18th for the
"First Flush". Swearing in ceremonies would be held on January
1st at 2:00 P.M. and the Reorganizational Meeting would be held
January 2nd at 7:00 P.M.
BONDS & LETTERS OF CREDIT
At this time Supervisor Smith informed the Board that Bombs Away
Deli was closed, and the Town will continue to post the
building.
MR. CLOSE, Zoning Administrator, submitted his monthly report
on the schedule of Bonds and Letters of Credit for the various
subdivisions, the amounts, expiration dates and call up dates.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to accept the report and place it on
file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The next item for the Boards consideration is to accept the
Franchise Bond for U.S. Cablevision Corporation. a
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the Franchise Bond for U.
S. Cablevision Corporation.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
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Motion Unanimously Carried
RESOLUTIONS
A Public Hearing having been held on November 13, 1995 to
Consider Community Development Projects for 1996, the matter was
now placed before the Board for their consideration. The three
projects at $50,000.00 each were Chelsea Water, Recreation Phase
II and Senior Housing project for the Village of Wappinger. The
project for Alice Lane suggested by Mr. Incoronato, comes under
another program and would have to be wait.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to adopt the following projects to
apply for Community Development Funds.
1) Chelsea Water hook-up, $50,000.00.
2) Recreation at Castle Point Phase II to accommodate the
handicapped, $50,000.00.
3) Senior Housing Project at DiMarco Place for the Village of
Wappinger, $50,000.00.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Next is the vacancy on the Zoning Board of Appeals. SUPERVISOR
SMITH informed the Board that she had received several more
applications for this vacancy that she wished to present to the
Board before a decision is made.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to table at this time so more
applications to fill the vacancy may be considered.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI
who moved its adoption.
WHEREAS, the Transportation Industry Committee was formed to
provide a foundation to promote to the New York State
Legislature the need to secure funding for local transportation;
and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Industry Committee meets with the
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Senate and Assembly Transportation Committees to discuss
concerns about transportation funding and to recommend
alternative sources of future revenue; and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Industry Committee plans to continue
meeting with senators and assemblymen to further emphasize our
mission of adequate and dependable local transportation funding;
and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Industry Committee supports all
agencies, businesses and organizations in the transportation
industry; and
WHEREAS, the transportation issues affect ever New Yorker daily,
the need for secure funding for local transportation in 1996-97
and beyond is immense; and
WHEREAS, local governments are responsible for 9,000 bridge and
95,000 miles of road (85% of New York State roads); and
WHEREAS, the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS)
ends in 1996; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Wappingers Falls
goes on record strongly supporting the Transportation Industry
Committee's efforts promoting to the New York State Legislature
the need for secure and adequate funding for local
transportation; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of the resolution be
submitted to Governor George Pataki and all members of th New
York State Legislature, as well as others deemed necessary and
proper.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The next item for the Boards consideration is to review and
consider the resolution authorizing the Planning Board to modify
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the requirements of the Zoning Law for the proposed cluster
subdivision of Steven Domber.
Jeff Kane, of Chazen Engineering went over of the draft
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to correct several issues and make changes. Al Roberts,
Attorney to the Town went over some typo errors and explained to
the Board that they will be approving the cluster tonight,
then it will go back to Planning Board for SEQRA studies, impact
and site engineering. It will then come back to the Town Board
to determine how the open spaces are going to be owned and
maintained.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize the Supervisor to send
a letter to the Planning Board with a formal recommendation
regarding the architecture scheme and Water Plant.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The following resolution was moved, as amended, by COUNCILWOMAN
VISCONTI and Seconded by Councilperson Incoronato:
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger Town Board received the
application of Steven Domber (the "Applicant") requesting Town
Board authorization of the Planning Board to consider a proposed
conservation subdivision of his property pursuant to Section
410.2.2 of the Zoning Law in accordance with Section 278 of New
York State Town Law; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has been before the Planning Board
for a review of the proposed conservation subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the property consists of 142.58 acres in 3
parcels located in the northeastern, southeastern and
southwestern corners of the intersection of Old Hopewell Road
and All Angels Hill Road (County Route 28 and 94 respectively)
in the R-40 District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has reviewed a conventional
layout of the property and determined that the maximum number of
lots which could be permitted on the subject property is seventy
nine (79) building lots on the 142.58 acres of land as shown on
the following 7 sheets of plans prepared by Chazen Engineering &
Land Surveying Co., P.C.:
1. Drawing 1 of 6, "Titled Sheet," dated 7/31/95 last revised
9/7/95;
2. Drawing 2 of "Parcel 1 Conventional Lot plan - Property of
Steven Domber", dated 7/31/95 last revised 9/21/95;
3. Drawing 3 of 6, "Parcel 2 Conventional Plan," dated
7/31/95, last revised 8/18/95;
4. Drawing 4 of 6 "Parcel 1 Road Profiles Road A Station 0 to
Station 26," dated 7/31/95, last revised 9/7/95;
5. Drawing 5 of 6, "Parcel 1 Road Profiles Road A Station 26
to Station 40 + 33," dated 7/31/95; and
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6. Drawing 6 of 6, "Parcel 1 Road Profiles Roads B, C and D,"
dated 7/31/95, last revised 9/7/95;
7. Sheet 4, "Parcel 1 Cluster Lot Plan - Property of Steven
Domber" dated 7/31/95, last revised 9/28/95; and
WHEREAS, the Applicants are proposing to:
Create 74 clustered lots on Parcel 1 on 12,000 square foot
lots and 5 new conventional building lots on Parcel 2;
To preserve the existing farm house and accessory
buildings on a 10 -acre lot on Parcel 2;
To dedicate no less than 15 acres of Parcel 2 to the Town
of Wappinger for addition to an adjacent recreation area;
To preserve all of the 16.35 -acre Parcel 3 as open space;
and
WHEREAS, municipal water and sewer service is proposed and
will be a prerequisite for such clustered development of Parcel
1; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has designed the proposed clustered
lot layout in accordance with the standards and criteria set
forth in Section 410.2.3 for Mandatory Open Spaces Subdivisions;
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 has determined that the authorization of
the Planning Board to use the cluster development provisions of
Section 278 of Town Law will enable and encourage flexibility of
design and development of land in such a manner as to promote
the most appropriate use of land, to facilitate the adequate and
economical provision of streets and utilities, and to preserve
the natural and scenic qualities of open lands.
3. In consideration of th above, and in accordance with the
provisions of Section 278 of New York State Town Law, the Town
of Wappinger Town Board Hereby authorizes the Planning Board to
modify the applicable provisions of the Zoning Law to permit the
proposed cluster development of a maximum of seventy four (74)
single-family lots on Parcel 1.
4. The conditions for the ownership, use and maintenance of
lands reserved for open space, park, recreation or other
municipal purposes shall be approved by the Town Board before
the plat may be approved for filing.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was
duly put to a roll call vote, which resulted as follows:
CONSTANCE 0. SMITH
JOSEPH INCORONATO
JOSEPH RUGGIERO
ROBERT L. VALDATI
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Voting AYE
Voting AYE
Voting AYE
Voting AYE
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JUNE A. VISCONTI Voting AYE
The resolution is hereby duly declared adopted.
Permission for the following Budget Transfers were requested by
Ann Buckley, Comptroller.
To increase underbudget Revenues
To decrease over budget Revenues
A Fund
Decrease
2260
Revenue
- Stop DWI
$ 840.00
Increase
2401A
Revenue
- Interest & Earnings
4,909.11
Decrease
2610A
Revenue
- Fines, Forfeit & Bail
6,000.00
Decrease
3005A
Revenue
- Mortgage Tax
117,583.61
Increase
3001A
Revenue
- State Revenue
100,544.50
Increase
3003A
Revenue
- Equalization Assess.
18,970.00
Add'l Atty. Fees
due to
Bombs Away & Alpha Laval
(Litiga Incr.)
Increase
1420.4A
Expenditure - Attorney $10,000.00
Decrease 1910.4A Expenditure - Unallocated Insurance $10,118.42
Decrease done in order to increase the above expenditures and
bring budget into line.
Decrease the following because it is not needed this year and
was put back into the Fund Balance.
Decrease 1990.4A Expenditure - Contingency Acct. $ 46,000.00
Increase 909A Fund Balance - Fund Balance 46,000.00
Sewer Fund (SP) Tri -Municipal Plant
Decrease 9710.6SP Expenditure- Serial Bond Principal $78,784.02
Increase 9710.7SP Expenditure- Serial Bond Interest 78,784.02
To budget for interest expense increase due to additional
borrowing of $2,600,000.00 in 1995.
B Fund
Decrease the following because it is not needed this year and
was put back in the Fund Balance.
Decrease 1990.4B Expenditure - Contingency Account $100,000.00
Increase 909B Fund Balance - Fund Balance 100,000.00
Additional monies needed for Zoning Regulations
Increase 8020.4B Expenditure - Planning Dept. C.E. $ 15,000.00
Underbudget Expenditure
Increase 9055.8b Expenditure - Disability Ins.
Underbudgeted Revenue
Increase 2401B Revenue - Interest & Earnings
Highway Fund (DB)
Underbudgeted Revenue
Increase 2401DB Revenue - Interest & Earnings
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$ 220.00
$ 15.220.00
$ 10,000.00
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Underbudgeted Expenditure
Increase 9040.8DB Expenditure - Workers Comp. $ 10,000.00
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize the above Budget
Transfers as requested by Ann Buckley, Comptroller.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
The Following Budget Amendment was also requested by Ann
Buckley, Comptroller to move monies into Personal Services from
Contractual to cover Election Inspectors that have to be put on
the Payroll.
Increase 1450.1A $250.00
Decrease 1450.40A 250.00
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize the above Budget
Amendments to cover Election Inspectors that have to be put on
the Payroll, as requested by Ann Buckley, Comptroller.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
A Contract was submitted to the Town from CAMO Pollution
Control relating to managing the water and sewer plants of the
Town of Wappinger.
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to approve the Contract from CAMO
Pollution to manage the water and sewer plants of the Town of
Wappinger and authorize the Supervisor to sign.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Because Christmas falls on the last Monday of December and the
Town has voted December 26th as a floating Holiday, the Town
Board must change the Year End Town Board Meeting night to
December 27, 1995.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to Change the December meeting Night to
December 27, 1995 at 7:30 P.M.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
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Motion Unanimously Carried
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A Public Hearing having been held regarding the Increase and
Improvement of the Facilities of the Fleetwood Water District of
the Town of Wappinger, the matter of adoption was now placed
before the Town Board.
The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI
who moved its adoption and seconded by Mr. Incoronato.
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess
County, New York, has duly caused to be prepared a map, plan and
report including an estimate of cost, pursuant to section 202-b
of the Town Law, relating to the increase and improvement of the
facilities of the Fleetwood Water District in said Town ,
consisting of the Drilling of a new well together with necessary
improvements to connect said well to the existing water
distribution system, including piping and original furnishings,
equipment, machinery, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental
improvements and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum
estimated cost of $35,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the capital project has been determined to be an
Unlisted Action pursuant to the regulations of the New York
State Department of Environmental Conservation promulgated
pursuant to the State Department of Environmental Quality Review
Act, the implementation of which as proposed, the Town Board has
determined will not result in any significant environmental
effects; and
WHEREAS, at a meeting of said Town Board duly called and
held on November 13, 1995, an order was duly adopted by it and
entered in the minutes specifying that the said Board would meet
to consider the increase and improvement of the facilities of
the Fleetwood Water District in said Town at a maximum estimated
cost of $35,000.00 and to hear all persons interested in the
subject thereof concerning the same at the Town Hall, on
Middlebush Road, in Wappingers Falls, New York, is said Town, on
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the 27th day of November, 1995, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., Prevailing
Time; and
WHEREAS, the said order duly certified by the Town Clerk
was duly published and posted as required by law, to -wit: a
duly certified copy thereof was published in the official
newspaper of this Town on November 15, 1995, and a copy of such
order was posted on November 15, 1995, on the signboard
maintained by the Town Clerk of the Town of Wappinger Pursuant
to Section 30, subdivision 6 of the Town Law; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held at the time and
place set forth in said notice, at which all persons desiring
to be heard were duly heard; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
ORDERED, by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
Dutchess County, New York, as follows:
Section 1. Upon the evidence given at the aforesaid
public hearing, it is hereby found and determined that it is in
the public interest to increase and improve the facilities of
the Fleetwood Water District of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess
County, New York, consisting of the Drilling of a new well
together with necessary improvements to connect said well to the
existing water distribution system, including piping and
original furnishings, equipment, machinery, apparatus,
appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses in
connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $35,000.
Section 2. This order shall take effect immediately.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing order was duly put
to a vote on roll, which resulted as follows:
Supervisor
Smith
VOTING
Aye
Councilman
Ruggiero
VOTING
Aye
Councilman
Valdati
VOTING
Aye
Councilman
Incoronato
VOTING
Aye
Councilwoman Visconti VOTING Aye
The order was thereupon declared duly adopted.
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The following resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI
who moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Incoronato.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $35,000.00 SERIAL BINDS
OF THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER, DUTCHESS COUNTY, NEW YORK TO PAY THE
COST OF THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE FACILITIES OF THE
FLEETWOOD WATER DISTRICT IN SAID TOWN.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the proceedings heretofore duly had
and taken in accordance with the provisions of Section 202-b of
the Town Law, and more particularly an order dated November 27,
1995, the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County,
New York, has determined it to be in the public interest to
increase and improvement of the facilities of the Fleetwood
Water District in said Town, at maximum estimated cost of
$35,000; and
WHEREAS, said capital project, as proposed, has been
determined to be an Unlisted Action pursuant to the regulations
of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
promulgated pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review
Act, which the Town Board has determined will not have a
significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the financing of
such capital project; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger,
Dutchess County, New York, as follows:
Section 1. For the specific object or purpose of paying
the cost of the increase and improvement of the facilities of
the fleetwood Water District in the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess
County, New York, consisting of the drilling of a new well
together with necessary improvements to connect said well to the
existing water distribution system, including piping and
original furnishings, equipment, machinery, apparatus,
appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses in
connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $35,000,
there are hereby authorized to be issued $35,000 serial bonds of
said Town pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 2. It is hereby determined that the plan for the
financing of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is by the
issuance of the $35,000 serial bonds of said town authorized to
be issued pursuant to this bond resolution.
Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of
probable usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose
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is forty years, pursuant to subdivision 1 of paragraph a of
Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further
determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein
authorized will not exceed five years.
Section 4. Subject to the provisions of th Local Finance
Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond
anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of
the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such
notes, is hereby delegated to the Supervisor, the chief fiscal
officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents,
and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said
Supervisor, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance
Law.
Section 5. The faith and credit of said Town of
Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York, are hereby irrevocable
pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest on such
obligations as the same respectively become due and payable. An
annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to
pay the principal of and interest on such obligations becoming
due and payable in such year.
Section 6. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form
and shall be signed in the name of the Town of Wappinger,
Dutchess County, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature
of the Supervisor and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be
imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual
or facsimile signature of the Town Clerk.
Section 7. The powers and duties of advertising such
bonds for sale, conducting the sale and awarding the bonds, are
hereby delegated to the Supervisor, who shall advertise such
bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such
manner as she shall deem best for the interests of the Town;
provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated
powers, she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local
Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller
applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The Receipt of the
Supervisor shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such
bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the
purchase money.
Section 8. All other matters, except as provided herein
relating to such bonds, including determining whether to issue
such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt
service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether
manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds,
prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said
bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds,
providing for printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said
bonds are to be executed in the name of the Town by the
facsimile signature of its Supervisor, providing for the manual
countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official
of th Town), the date, denominations, maturities and interest
payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including
the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by th
Supervisor. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial
advantage of the Town not to impose and collect from registered
owners of such serial binds any charges for mailing, shipping
and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent,
and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of
the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by
the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the
recital of validity clause provided for in section 52.00 of the
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Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and
contain such recitals in addition to those required by section
52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the Supervisor shall
determine.
Section 9. The validity of such bonds and bond
anticipation notes may be contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose
for which said Town is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The Provisions of law which should be complied with at the
date of publication of this resolution are not substantially
%w complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such
validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such
publication, or
3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the
provisions of the constitution.
Section 10. This resolution shall constitute a statement
of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Sections
1.150 - 2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no
monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved,
allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with
respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose
described herein.
Section 11. This resolution which takes effect immediately
shall be published in full in Southern Dutchess News, the
official newspaper, together with a notice of the Town Clerk in
substantially the form provided in Section 81,00 of the Local
Finance Law
The question of the adoption to the foregoing resolution was
duly put to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Supervisor Smith VOTING Aye
Councilman Incoronato VOTING Aye
Councilman Valdati VOTING Aye
Councilwoman Visconti VOTING Aye
Councilman Ruggiero VOTING Aye
The Resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted.
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to authorize Attorney continue with
stipulation as discussed in Executive Session and if they don't
accept the revised terms to proceed with Supreme Court.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
At this time SUPERVISOR SMITH introduced County Legislature,
Richard Lecker from the audience.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
COUNCILMAN VALDATI, correspondence from Jean Gunsch C.E. of DOT
regarding a request he submitted to DOT for intersection warning
signs and speed limit signs at Route 9D and Montclair
Townhouses. As a result of the review, Ms. Gunsch informed Mr.
Valdati that there was found to be an existing intersection
warning sign on the northbound approach to the Townhouse access
drive. Although there is not currently a sign in place on the
southbound approach, records indicate that there was previously
a sign at that location. Arrangements have been made to have
the sign replaced by the maintenances forces as soon as their
workload permits. Studies have shown that speed limits which do
not reflect the actual operating conditions of a roadway have
little effect on the overall travel speeds along the roadway.
This is due to the fact that in the absence of enforcement the
majority of motorists operate their vehicles at a speed they
perceive to be appropriate rather than in compliance to speed
limit signs.
SUPERVISOR SMITH said she would invite representatives from the
DOT to attend a Workshop to discuss this issue with the Town.
NEW BUSINESS
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO on the Rockingham drainage problem. Mrs.
Smith informed Mr. Ruggiero that Mr. Paggi will set up a plan
and there are funds to repair the drains.
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize Engineer to the Town, Jay
Paggi, prepare a report to repair the drains for the January 8th
workshop.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO also moved to authorize Attorney to the
Town to give opinion on the legality curfews for Halloween.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
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Roll Call Vote
Supervisor Smith
Councilman Ruggiero
Councilman Valdati
Councilman Incoronato
Councilwoman Visconti
Vot e
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Nay
Motion Carried
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Mr. Foster on the Emergency Services Building, has anyone given
consideration on who is going to plow it. The way the Town
trucks are set up, they will have problems getting into the
Parking Lots. Supervisor Smith said the Town of Wappinger will
be responsible for having the Emergency Services Building
plowed. She will get 3 proposals.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI on the possibility of having the Town Board
meetings televised. He felt that many residents don't have the
time to attend the meetings, having them televised would
keep them more informed on Town Matters. The Board seemed
very receptive to Mr. Valdati's idea. Mrs. Smith said she will
check further on having the meetings televised.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to have one or two meetings a year with
the Village of Wappingers Falls, so we can better exchange ideas
and work closer together.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Roll Call Vote
Supervisor Smith
Councilman Ruggiero
Councilman Valdati
Councilman Incoronato
Councilwoman Visconti
Vot e
Nay
Aye
Aye
Nay
Nay
Motion Denied
One last item Mr. Foster had to discuss. The memo that he
received from Ann Buckley stated that no more purchases could be
made from November 15, until the end of the year, unless it is
an emergency. A road sign had fallen and needed to be put up
again, does that fall under emergency. Mrs. Smith felt that
would be considered an emergency. She also informed Mr. Foster
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that this is done every year. Mr. Foster replied it is done
later in the year and is done with encumbrances. He has
extended his 5110 Account expecting a reimbursement from SHIPS.
There was no other Business to come before the Board.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to close the Town Board Meeting,
seconded by Mrs. Visconti.
The Town Board Meeting adjourned at 9-35 P.M.
Elaine H. Snowden
Town Clerk
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