1994-06-27 RGMAGENDA
TOWN BOARD
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
JUNE 27, 1994
7:30 P.M.
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1. SUPERVISOR CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
3. Accept Minutes: Reg. May 23, 1994 Spec. June 13, 1994
4. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: Sup./Compt Town Justices Receiver of Taxes
4 Bldg. Insp. Zng. Adm. Dog Control Officer
5. PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
a. J. Paggi, Eng. to Twn., Report on Groundwater Under the
Influence of Surface Water
b. Bruce Stotz, W.F.Trailer Pk re: supplying Trailer Pk w/Water
Along w/ J. Paggi corr.
c. Notification of intent to apply for Liqour license by Nat's
International Pizzeria
d. E. Saris, Attny for Tax Reviews, re: Authorizing Stipulation
bf Discontinuance for Baker & Gilbride
e. R. Holt, Rec. Ch. requests for P.O. approvals for: (1) Marking
Chalk (2) to Passion Sports for playground supplies (3)
Fencing for Martz Field
f. G. Foster, H. Supt. re: (1) Castellano, 12 Applesauce Lane, Ice
condition in driveway (2) Report on "Ships" project
g. Gordon Robbins request for return of cost of Water Meter and
Permit Fee
h. Requests for return of Escrow Fees from: (1) C. O'Donnell,
Landscaping Lot #5, Spring Terr. $2,000 (2) C. O'Donnell, 53
Myers Corners Rd., $2,000 (3) H. Redl, Hit & Putt Site Plan
#309, $2,448.15 (4) Chappaqua Transportation Bus Facility,
$3,591.45 (5) alpine co. Refund on Down Stream Drainage Fee,
$7,927.84
i. Wappingers United Soccer Club, re: New Soccer Fields off Air-
port Drive
.j. Authorize Supervisor to advertise for bids to sell Old Assessors
k. N. Donofrio correspondence re: IBM Bldg
1. Dutchess County Dept. of Health re: (1) Orchard Homes abandoned
Wells (2) Spook Hill/Reggie Drive
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS
7. BONDS AND LETTERS OF CREDIT
a. H. Levenson Report
b. accept Reduced Letter of Credit offered for Lookout Point-Gatanis
c. Accept Letter of Credit offered for C. Rymer Subdivision
8. RESOLUTIONS
a. D. Brown, W/S Dept. requests permission to order another 50
water meters
b. A. Buckley, Compt., request permission to use unexpended monies
and transfer same to Highway for Salt for 1994-1995 season
c. A. Buckley, Compt., re: Myers Corners II Water Dist. costs and
request to temporarily borrow $3,587.50 from B Fund
d. Donald Swartz,Architect for Sr. Expansion Bldg., requests
additional payment for unexpected services rendered in connection
with Senior Citizen Center
e. A. Buckley, Compt., requests Budget Amendment Transfers
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
D. NEW BUSINESS'
11. ADJOURNMENT
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
was held on June 27, 1994 at the Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road,
Wappingers Falls, New York
SUPERVISOR SMITH called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
Absent:
June Visconti, Councilwoman
Others Present:
Albert Roberts, Attorney to the Town
Joseph Paggi, Jr., Engineer to the Town
Herbert Levenson, Zoning Administrator
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 May 23, 1994 and the
Special Meeting of June 13, 1994, having previously been
forwarded to the Town Board, were placed before them for their
consideration.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI, moved that the above stated Minutes, as
submitted by the Town Clerk be and they are hereby approved.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
REPORTS
Reports for the month of May were received from the Town
Justices, Supervisor/Comptroller, Receiver of Taxes, Building
Inspector, Zoning Administrator and Dog Control Officer.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the above stated reports
and place them on file.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Present:
Constance Smith,
Supervisor
Joseph
Ruggiero,
Councilman
Robert
Valdati,
Councilman
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Joseph
Incoronato,
Councilman
Elaine
Snowden,
Town Clerk
Absent:
June Visconti, Councilwoman
Others Present:
Albert Roberts, Attorney to the Town
Joseph Paggi, Jr., Engineer to the Town
Herbert Levenson, Zoning Administrator
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 May 23, 1994 and the
Special Meeting of June 13, 1994, having previously been
forwarded to the Town Board, were placed before them for their
consideration.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI, moved that the above stated Minutes, as
submitted by the Town Clerk be and they are hereby approved.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
REPORTS
Reports for the month of May were received from the Town
Justices, Supervisor/Comptroller, Receiver of Taxes, Building
Inspector, Zoning Administrator and Dog Control Officer.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept the above stated reports
and place them on file.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Jay Paggi, Engineer to the Town gave a report on Groundwater
Under the Influence of Surface Water at Hilltop Wellfield,
Rockingham Wellfield, and Atlas Wellfield. Based on
conversations with the New York State Department of Health, Mr.
Paggi outlined the scaled down sampling protocol for Ground
Water Under the Influence analysis for the above referenced
Wellfields.
The estimate cost to perform the analysis as outlined would be
as follows:
1. Hilltop Wellfield ..............$5,720.00
2. Rockingham Wellfield ............ 4,740.00
3. Atlas Wellfield .................4,740.00
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize Jay Paggi,
Engineer to the Town to perform the analysis for Hilltop
Wellfield, Rockingham Wellfield and Atlas Wellfield.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Mr. Paggi also gave a report on the request from Stotz
Mobile Home Park to connect into North Wappinger Water District,
After contacting Dan O'Connor, P.E. of Dutchess County Health
Department, Mr. Paggi presented the information to the Board.
The Dutchess County Department of Health in their reply to Mr.
Stotz strongly endorsed a hook-up to the Town's water system and
recommended that the connection be made as soon as possible.
At this point in time Mr. Paggi thinks it appropriate to
question the Stotz Home Park to determine which direction they
wish the Town to take. If they wish to pursue the emergency
connection he could design it with the understanding that they
must maintain their source in a form acceptable to the State.
If they wish to make the connection permanent, the Town will
need to decide whether or not they want to pursue the Water
Supply Application, with the potential for being denied.
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Mr. Paggi said a study is needed to gather data to determine if
the Town should proceed with the Water Supply Application.
Mrs. Smith stated she would put this item on the July workshop
and at that time Mr. Paggi's study will be presented to the
Board for their decision whether to proceed with the Water
Supply Application. If the answer to study is negative he
would recommend that the Town not file the Water Supply
Application.
Notice of Intent to Apply for a liquor license was received from
Nat's International Pizzeria located on Route 9D and Notice of
Intent to renew their liquor license was received from The
Grand Union Company Store #1979 Imperial Plaza, Wappingers
Falls.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to accept the notice of Intent to apply
for a new liquor license for Nat's International Pizzeria and
notice of Intent to renew the liquor license for The Grand Union
Store #1979 and place them on file without comment.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence was received from Emanuel F. Saris, Attorney for
Tax Reviews, requesting authorization for Stipulation of
Discontinuance for T. H. Baker, and Charles F. Gilbride for
years 1989, 1990, and 1991. This means that the petitioner will
be withdrawing its actions and will not be pursuing a refund
with respect to years 1988, 1990 and 1991.
In return, Tom Logan and Mr. Saris recommend the Stipulation
with respect to 1992 and 1993. The reductions in assessment are
from $580,000.00 to $525,000.00 for 1992 and from $580,000.00 to
$470,000.00 for 1993. In addition to being a fair reduction
favorable to the Town, the settlement avoids the costs of an
appraisal.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to approve the authorization
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for Stipulation of Discontinuance for T. H. Baker and Charles F.
Gilbride, based on the recommendation of Mr. Saris, Attorney for
Tax Reviews, and Mr. Logan, Town Assessor.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
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The following Purchase Orders were submitted for approval by Mr.
Ralph Holt, Chairman of the Recreation Department. (1) Windsor
Building Supplies in the amount of $1,800.00, for Marking Chalk
for the lining of athletic fields. (2) Passion Sports in the
amount of $1,500.00, for playground supplies for the 6
playground sites. (3) All American Fence Company in the amount
of $1,290.00, for fencing at Martz Field for the new kiddie
playground.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to approve the above Purchase Order
requests for Building Windsor Supplies in the amount of
$1,800.00, Passion Sports in the amount of $1,500.00 and All
American Fence Company in the amount of $1,290.00.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
At this time, SUPERVISOR SMITH reported that there had been a
report of Vandalism at Martz Field. She did not have all the
details and would discuss this problem at the next Workshop.
There were two Items to Report from Graham Foster,
Superintendent of Highways, the first was in regard to a request
from Mr. & Mrs. Castellano of 12 Applesauce Lane to correct Ice
conditions in front of their driveway. Mr. Foster stated that
he and Mr. Paggi, Engineer to the Town inspected the site and
found most of the water was coming from the rear yards of 10 and
12 Applesauce Lane. The Water was running down their driveways
into the road and freezing. Mr. Paggi suggested trying a new
type of slotted drainage system to correct the problem. It was
agreed the slotted drainage system would work, because
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the water was seeping off the driveways into the road. This
Spring the residents have installed a plastic pipe to drain
their yards. This pipe drains directly into the road and will
concentrate the water in one area and will likely jump a slotted
drain. It is the opinion of Mr. Foster that the slotted drain
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will no longer work. Also, the pipe which was installed is
illegal and must be removed, or piped into the storm system.
Since it was the Board's decision to install the slotted drain
which will cost around $2,000.00, Mr. Foster feels the Board
should be involved in resolving this problem.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize the Supervisor to send
a letter to Mr. & Mrs. Castellano advising them that the pipe
they installed is illegal, and they must obtain a road opening
permit from the Highway Department to install another piece of
pipe and direct it into the storm system.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The second report presented by Mr. Foster were the SHIPS
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projects. Mr. Foster explained that the present plans are being
made to spread the four SHIPS projects over a two year period.
The Diddell Tunnel and the Widmer Road curve are scheduled for
1994 at an estimated cost of $200,000.00 combined. The Wheeler
Hill project and the Maloney Road Tunnel are scheduled for 1995
at an estimated cost of $250,000.00. Work on these projects
must be completed first, and then the Town will be reimbursed.
Because the funds are not allocated in the Budget for this year,
Mrs. Smith must be authorized to apply for a RAN to cover
the cost of the Diddell Tunnel and Widmer Road curve.
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize the Supervisor to apply
for a RAN in the amount of $200,000.00 to cover the costs
of the Diddell Road Tunnel and Widmer Road projects.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
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The next Item on the agenda is a request from Gordon Robbins for
the return of $125.00 for a water meter and permit fee. Mr.
Robbins had filed an application to hook up his home at 53 Losee
Road to Town Water. Due to some minor easements issues, Mr.
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Robbins did not hook up to Town Water. In the mean time, Mr.
Robbins Company has notified him he is to be transferred to
Texas. He is requesting full refund.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to reimburse Mr. Robbins the $125.00
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Request for the return of Escrow funds were received from the
following: (1) Craig T. O'Donnell landscape for lot #5 Spring
Terrace $2,000. (2) Craig T. O'Donnell landscape for 53 Myers
Corners Road $2,000.00.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to approve the return of Escrow
funds as stated, to Craig T. O'Donnell, based on the
recommendation of the Building Inspector, Thomas Classey.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
A request for the return of Escrow funds in the amount of
$2,604.40 was also received from Herb Redl, Hit and Put Site
Plans #309 & # 295, and Chappaqua Transportation, Site Plan
#310, in the amount of $3,591.45.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to approve the return of Escrow
funds as stated, to Herb Redl and Chappaqua Transportation
based on the recommendation of Zoning Administrator, Herb
Levenson.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
The last request for the return of Escrow funds was received by
Alpine Company, refund of Downstream Drainage Fee $7,927.84.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to approve the return of Escrow
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funds as stated, to Alpine Company based on the recommendation
of Zoning Administrator, Herb Levenson.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence was received from Peter Kennedy of the WaPPin er
United Soccer Club, regarding the New Soccer Fields off Airport
Drive. Mr. Kennedy thanked Mrs. Smith and the Board Members for
taking the time to meet with him and Tim Rabbitt to discuss the
future of the new Fields. As discussed, the best approach to
the situation is to breakdown the total project into sub-
projects which are prioritized by need.
The cost of the breakdown for the new soccer Fields are as
follows:
1) Drainage for Parking Areas. $25,300.00
2) Parking Surface (4" Item over Geotextile Fabric) 35,000.00
approximately 55,600 square feet.
3) Underdrain & Swales to handle Rain Water Runoff 31,000.00
6W from the Fields.
4) Construction of Field # 4 including import of 35,200.00
Fill Material, all necessary grading, and Seeding.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to allocated $50,000.00 from the
Parklands Trust funds to initiate development for Parking &
Drainage Areas for the new Soccer Fields off Airport Drive and
the funds to be executed by Ralph Holt, Chairman of Recreation.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The Next Item to be placed before the Board is to Authorize the
the Supervisor to advertise for bids to sell the Assessor's old
Car.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize the Supervisor to
advertise for bids to sell the Assessor's old Car.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Correspondence was also received from Nicholas M. Donofrio, IBM
Senior Vice President and General Manager, LSCD, with the
announcement that IBM will be vacating the three leased
buildings at Myers Corners Road by the end of this year.
Mrs. Smith stated that she had heard from the owners of the
Building, and they informed her that they have several prospects
for rental of the building.
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to accept the correspondence and place
it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Lastly, a letter was received from Daniel O'Connor, PE of the
Dutchess County Department of Health regarding the abandoned
wells at Orchard Homes, Spook Hill Road/Royal Ridge. The DCDH
wanted to know if the wells in question were properly abandoned.
Mrs. Smith stated the wells in question were discussed at a Work
Shop and funds had been allocated to properly close the wells,
the money to be charged back to the Original Districts, but
needed authorization from the Board. The cost to be
$9,480.00 for Orchard Homes, and $9,600.00 for Spook Hill Rd/
Royal Ridge.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize the Supervisor to have
the wells properly closed at Orchard Homes at a cost of
$9,480.00 and Spook Hill Rd/Royal Ridge at a cost of $9,600.00,
the money to be charged back to the Original Districts.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Reports from Mr. Ruggiero, Mr. Valdati, or Mr.
Incoronato at this time.
Supervisor Smith announced that Mrs. Snowden, the Town Clerk had
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just celebrated her 30th Anniversary with the Town of Wappinger.
All offered their congratulations to her.
Mrs. Smith reported that the ramp at the recycle center is very
dangerous & Recreation has hired someone to replace it. It has
been suggested by Mrs. Smith that the new ramp be wider and
have a rail for safety.
BONDS AND LETTERS OF CREDIT
Mr. Levenson submitted his monthly report on the schedule of
Bonds and Letters of Credit on the various subdivisions, the
amounts, expiration dates and call up dates. Also submitted
by Mr. Levenson to the Board was correspondence in regard to
Woodland Court, Noto Subdivision. Their letter of Credit of
$100,145.00 is due to expire on July 3, 1994. Pursuant to a
letter dated February 28, 1994, regarding the above
subdivision, Mr. Levenson attached correspondence from Graham
Foster, Superintendent of Highways notifying him that there
exits a crack across the entire road just as you enter the cul
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de sac of the Subdivision. Mr. Foster had been in contact
with Mr. Domber and his contractor, B.T.M., but no repair had
been done to date. After some discussion with Mr. Roberts,
Attorney to the Town, and Mr. Foster, it was agreed upon to draw
$10,000.00 on the existing Letter of Credit until the necessary
repairs are made.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to allow the Supervisor to draw
$10,000.00 on the existing Letter of Credit until the
necessary repairs are made in Woodland Court.
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
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Motion Unanimously Carried
Mr. Levenson also submitted his monthly report on the schedule
of Bonds and Letters of Credit on the various subdivisions, the
amounts, expiration dates and call up dates. Also submitted
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was (1) a copy of a Reduced letter of Credit in the amount of
$70,000.00 forwarded to Stanley Gatanis Lookout Point
Subdivision notifying him that his reduced Letter of Credit
expires on June 1, 1995, (2) a Letter of Credit in the amount of
$49,452.00 to Rymer Subdivision notifying him that his Letter
of credit will expire on May 20, 1995.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to accept Mr. Levenson's report of
the schedule of Bonds and Letters of Credit and place them on
file.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
RESOLUTIONS
A memo was received from Debbie Brown, Water/Sewer Billing
Clerk, requesting permission to purchase 50 Water Meters. Due
to the terrible cold weather, they are down to 18 meters, and to
keep up with repairs and new hook-ups they need to order 50
additional meters at a cost of $3,887.50 (plus shipping). The
line item for this expenditure is WC8310.4
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to authorize Debbie Brown to Purchase
50 Water Meters from the Sensus Technologies at a cost of
$3,887.50 (plus shipping).
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero
Motion Unanimously Carried
A request was received from Ann Buckley, Comptroller for
permission to use unexpended monies and transfer same to Highway
for Salt for 1994-1995 season. There is $11,275.00 in interest
in the Highway Capital Fund and $11,460.00 in Trust & Agency for
Road opening of Mocassin Hill Road. In order to complete the
action the following steps are necessary:
Increase Revenue Account 2401
$11,275.00
Increase Revenue Account 2770 11,460.00
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Increase Expenditure Account 5142.4DB $22,735.00
Available 1994 Budget $73,615.00
Total Available for Snow Removal $96,350.00
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize Mrs. Buckley to use
unexpended funds of $22,735.00 and transfer same to Highway
for Salt for Roads for 1995-1995 season.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Another request was received from Ann Buckley, Comptroller for
permission to temporarily borrow funds from B Fund to pay
operations costs for the booster station in Myers Corner II
Water District.
The following is the breakdown:
Administration
$2,000.00
Contract 5,175.00
Total Cost $7,175.00
Pizzagalli Development Corporation is the only customer in this
district. Therefore, they will be billed $7,175.00 for 1994.
Two bills will be issued quarterly for 1994. One for $3,587.50
for quarter ending 9/30/94 and one for $3,587.50 for quarter
ending 12/31/95. The following budget is necessary to achieve
this transaction:
Increase
Increase
Increase
2141 WM
8310.4 WM
8320.4 WM
$7,175.00
2,000.00
5,175.00
$3,587.50 is needed from the B Fund until Pizzagalli Development
is billed.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to authorize Mrs. Buckley to
temporarily borrow $3,587.50 from B Fund to cover operational
costs of Myers Corners II Water District, until Pizzagalli
Development Corporation is billed.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
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Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence with an invoice was received from Donald L.
Swartz, President of Archetypes with a request for compensation
for additional services for the expansion of the Senior
Citizens Center at the Town Hall in the amount of $1,894.50.
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize payment to Archetypes
in the amount of $1,894.50 for additional services rendered at
the Senior Citizen Center.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
After the vote there was some discussion regarding payments made
to Archetypes for the design of the Emergency Services Building.
Mrs. Smith said the contract for the design of the new building
is $116,550.00. Archetypes has already been paid $106,503.00,
and if the figures are higher than the contracted price,
according to the contract, they will be absorbed by Archetypes.
Mr. Incoronato checked the payments made to Archetypes in the
check register and the register reflects payment of $169,565.00.
paid to Archetypes, have we overpaid. Mrs. Smith said if they
were overpaid, it would be corrected.
Lastly, a request was made by Ann Buckley, Comptroller, for
Budget Amendment Transfers to balance the budget.
General Fund Town Wide (A) Fund
Revenue Acct
3003A
Increase
5,100
Equaliz & Assess.St
Expend Acct
1355.20A
Decrease
2,000
Assessor/Equipment
Expend Acct
1660.40A
Increase
2,000
Central Storeroom
Expend Acct
9089.80A
Increase
5,100
Drug/Alcohol Asst
Program
Sewer Fund
(ST) Wappinger Sewer Trans/Treat
Revenue Acct
2401ST
Increase
3,310
Interest & Earning
Expend Acct
9710.70ST
Decrease
36,097
Int.Pay.Plant
Expend Acct
9730.70ST
Increase
36,097
BAN-Int./Plant Phase
Expend Acct
9730.71ST
Increase
3,310
BAN-Int./Trans.Lines
Water Fund
(WO) Oakwood
Water
Expend Acct 8310.10W0 Decrease 541 Administration/P.S.
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541 Interest BAN
COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize Ann Buckley, Comptroller
Budget Amendment transfers as requested, in order to balance the
Budget.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
At this time a Resident from the audience, Mr. Dennis Truett, 23
Alpert Drive spoke, regarding the status of the reoccurring
water problem that he has faced for a number of years, and felt
it was the Towns responsibility to correct the problem. There
was a Workshop regarding this matter, and Supervisor Smith
notified Mr. Truett that before any work can be done, a release
must be signed. Mr. Truett questioned the need for a release.
Mrs. Smith said a release is needed to protect the Town.
After much discussion it was agreed upon to discuss this
matter further at Executive session and get back to Mr. Truett.
Mr. Incoronato questioned Mr. Paggi, Engineer to the Town
regarding excessive copper & lead in several Town Water
Supplies. What has occurred. Mr. Paggi stated he had done a
desk top analysis for Rockingham and found lead. He then sent
his report to the State Health Dept with a plan to add certain
agents to the water to raise the PH level to stop Lead from
solder joints. The local Health Department informed Mr. Paggi
that the State had accepted his report. Mr. Paggi has not
submitted his report on Fleetwood, he is still gathering
information on the Copper problem that exits to see what can
be done. He is currently working with the Health Department
and when he has more information he will notify the Board.
Mr. Incoronato also questioned Mrs. Smith regarding the Tenants,
for the Emergency Services Building. Mrs. Smith informed the
Board that Sloper Willen has signed, but because of State Red
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tape they are still waiting to get the signed contract from the
State Police. It is expected at any time.
Mr. Ruggiero questioned the Status of the Thalman Rezoning.
Mr. Roberts, Attorney to the Town was contacted by Mr. Thalman's
Attorney, who notified Mr. Roberts he was drafting the
proposed contracts and will be sending them to Mr. Roberts
momentarily.
Another item brought up by Mr. Ruggiero, was the litter on
Myers Corners Road across from Waldbaums, has any headway been
made in getting the owner going to clean it up. Mrs. Smith
informed the Board that the owner of the property is quite
elderly did not wish to cooperate, and did not want anyone
on the property. It was brought up that the owner has a son in
the area and perhaps he would be willing to give the Town
permission to go on the property or allow someone to clean
it up. Mrs. Smith said she would call the owners son.
Robert Valdati questioned Mr. Paggi on the status of Fire
Protection at Highway Garage . Mr. Paggi stated Plans are all
approved, and the current owner of property is in contract with
a local firm to purchase the property, and the buyer is in
agreement to grant the easement to the town to run a water line.
Mr. Foster Informed the Board that the Town Cleanup was 2 days
behind schedule, that 2 million pounds have been picked up so
far, including 185 refrigerators, 200 air conditioners and 3000
tires. He is in the process of removing the freon from
refrigerators and air conditioners. There was some discussion
as to how the clean up should be handled next year. It was felt
that much of this is abused. Mrs. Smith suggested that a
workshop to discuss the handling of this is in order.
Mr. Fanuele, a Town Resident from the audience spoke, and
suggested that when a a new appliance or other large items are
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purchased a small fee should be charged to dispose of the old
ones.
NEW BUSINESS
A memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Wappinger and the
Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. on behalf of the Town
of Wappinger Highway Unit, Dutchess County Local #814 was
presented to the Board for their approval.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to authorize the Supervisor to sign
the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Wappinger and
the CSEA, Inc. on behalf of the Town of Wappinger Highway Unit,
Dutchess County Local #814.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
There was no other business to come before the Board.
COUNCILMAN INCORONATO moved to adjourn the Town Board Meeting,
Seconded by Mr. Ruggiero, and Unanimously Carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
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Elaine H. Snowden
Town Clerk
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