1992-01-27 RGMAW AIJAL
TOWN BOARD
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
JANUARY 27, 1992
1. SUPERVISOR CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
3. Accept Minutes; Reg. Dec. 16, 1991 Year End Dec. 30. '91
ReOrganizational Meeting Jan. 6, 1992
4. REPORTS OF OFFICERS:
Town Justices Rec. of Taxes Dog Control Officer Bldg. Insp.
Zug. Adm. (Nov. -Dec) Rec. Comm. Attendance report for '91
D'Arcaugelo yearly financial statement of joint Landfill
5. PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
a. Joseph Cmar, V.P., Cedar hill Dev. Corp. re: request Town to
extend Water District to include 139± A parcel on Cedar Hill
b. Joel Hannig, Attuy representing Conrail Associates, with an
amended application for a change of zone on Contrail property
on Old State Rd.
c. H. Cuatt, Old Hopewell Rd., re: availability of Sewer service
to his property
d. A. Waddle, Sect'y, Hughsonville F.D. forwarding recommendation
to fill vacancy on T/W Fire prevention Bureau
e. Notification of intent to renew liquor license by R. Jordan
Friendly Deli, Rte 376
f. Jos. Incoronato, re: Town Vandalism Patrol
g. Hawking & Peddling Lic. application from Raymond Sanford
h. G. Foster, H. Supt. requests permission to bid for Fuel Oil,
Road Aggregates, ets.
i. G. Foster, H. Supt., Corr. re: (1) Highway Improvements (2)
Highway Dept. Fuel Storage tanks
J. J. Paggi, Eng. to Twn, reports (1) Capparelli & Tosto, provide
service to parcel (2) Oakwood Knolls W.D. Water Tank
k. Requests for return of Escrow from: (1) Bonnano & Morin, 1135.,
(2) Jos. Sabia, Jr., $4,910.00
1. Corr addressed to Rec. of Taxes from J. Mason re: Sewer back-up
59 Top O'Hill & request for reimbursement
m. Kathy Gullery, re: Allowing additional trailer in Cooper Rd.
Trailer Park
n. Letter received fro J.O'Conuor enclosing letter of appreciation
to Sloper-Willen ambulance personnel
o. Town Clerk served w/ Summons & Complaint by Dollar Dry Dock vs:
F. Keith O'Brien et al (refer to Attorney to Town)
p. Request from R. Holt for Members and personnel to attend annual
conference at Nevele 4/5-4/8 (Recreation)
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS
7. BONDS & LETTERS OF CREDIT
Jas Klein Letter of Credit
H. Levenson Monthly report
8. RESOLULTIONS
a. Introduce and set Public Hearings on Local Laws for increases
in 0 & M Rates: N. Wapp. Water Dist. Oakwood W.A., Tall Trees
W.D., Wapp. Sewer IA#1 and Fleetweood S.D.
b. Consider adoption of T/W Health Ins. Policy
c. Consider adoption of T/W Biding & Procedure Policy
d. Appointment of Board of Ethics
e. Term of A. Roe, Zoning Bd. of Appeals expires 2/1/92
f. Approve Contract with Dial -a -Ride, and authorize Sup. to sign
g. Request for Transfer of Funds by R. Holt, Rec. Ch.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. NEW BUSINESS
11. ADJOURNMENT -
PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION CALLED FOR 6:DO P.M. for
of Tri -Municipal Easements & sgreements
purposes
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of
Wappinger was held on January 27th, 1992, at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls, New York.
Supervisor Smith opened the Meeting at 7:00 P.M.
Present:
Constance Smith, Supervisor
Robert Valdati, Councilman
June Visconti, Councilwoman
Robert Wallace, Councilman
Elaine H. Snowden, Town Clerk
Absent:
James Mills, Councilman (convalescing)
Others Present:
Albert Roberts, Attorney
Joseph E. Paggi, Jr. Engineer
Emanuel Saris, Attorney
Graham Foster, Highway Superintendent
Herbert Levenson, Zoning Administrator
The Supervisor introduced Kyle Wood, Boy Scout Troop 12,
Mount Hope Grange, who was present as a requirement of earning
a Merit Badge. The Supervisor invited Kyle to lead the public
in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag at the commencement of
the Meeting.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16th, 1992,
Year End Meeting, December 30th, 1991 and the Reorganizational
Meeting of January 6th, 1992, having been previously forwarded
to all Board Members for their review, were placed before them
for their consideration.
Mrs. Visconti asked for a correction on a motion appointing
Councilman Wallace as Representative to the Annual Association
of Towns Meeting --it should read that Mrs. Smith made the motion
not Mrs. Visconti.
MRS. VISCONTI moved that the above stated Minutes, as corrected
be and they are hereby approved, as submittted by the Town
Clerk.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace Motion Unanimously Carried
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Reports were received from
Building Inspector for mon
Town Justices, Dog Control Officer,
of December, Receiver of Taxes,
November and Zoning Administrator for November and December,
also Recreation Commission Attendance Report for 1991 and
D'Arcangelo yearly financial statement of joint landfill.
MR. VALDATI moved to accept the Reports and place them on
file.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
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A request was received fron Joseph Cmar, Vice President Cedar
Hill Development Corp. for extension of the water district to
include their parcel of 139.61 acres on Cedar Hill Road due to
the fact that they are co.
land is within the sewer
to be served with water,
The Town is contemplating
the Town of Fishkill to s
therefore they cannot ans
had this discussion.
emplating subdivision and since the
strict, they would like to be able
so.
e possibility of joining with
e 48 homes in that area with water
r Mr. Cmar's letter until they have
MRS. VISCONTI moved to table this matter pending a work shop
with the Town of Fishkill
homes.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
discuss water service for these
Motion Unanimously Carried
Attorney Joel Hanig, representing Contrail Associates, submitted
an amended application for a change of zone on their property
on Old State Road.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to tale the matter for a work shop
discussion.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Henry Cuatt, Old Hopewell Road, wrote to the Board regarding
availability of sewer service in his area; he pointed out that
the district has been in existence for 20 years and he is still
without service although he is charged with an annual benefit
assessment. He is interested in subdividing his property but
cannot proceed until he knows what it will actually cost and
this depends on the status of sewer service.
Mrs. Smith was in the .process of responding to Mr. Cuatt that
they expect to service that area by the end of December 1995.
Mr. Paggi pointed out that the Town will have to install a
collectoral line which will have to tie into the trunk line
they are anticipating will be ready in December 1995; the cost
will be borne by WSIA#1. There was a question on the actual
number of parcels involved which could be determined by our
Assessor, Tom Logan. Mrs. Smith intended to send Mr. Cuatt
an acknowledgement and an approximate date of the availability
of sewer service to his home and indicate that an update on
this will be forthcoming.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Engineer to prepare a
report on number of parcels involved and approximate cost of
installing collectoral line for these parcels to tie into the
Tri -Municipal line.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Arthur Waddle, District Secretary, Hughsonville Fire District,
wrote to the Board enclosing resignation of Jon Wilson from the
Fire Prevention Bureau effective December 9, 1991; he indicated
that the Board of Fire Commissioners had recommended a person
to fill the vacancy, however, another communication was received
from Robert Colden, Chairman of the FPB, informing us that this
Bureau preferred to provide another candidate for consideration
to this appointment.
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Mrs. Smith noted that the Town Board does not have jurisdiction
of this appointment, their practice is to concur with the
FPB's recommendation and when their choice is unanimous
we can follow through and concur with them.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and place it
on file.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
Notification of intent to an off -premises beer license
was received from the FrieJenew
dly Deli on Route 376 in this Town.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the correspondence and place it
on file with no comment.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
At the Supervisor's request, former Councilman Incoronato
prepared a report on Vandalism Patrol service which is presently
done by some full time and some part time deputy sheriffs. He
strongly recommended that he hourly charges be monitored in
order to compare their charges with that of a private firm.
He had no objection to the present hourly rate which averaged
about $14.50 hourly for part-time deputies and almost $30.00
hourly for the full-time ones. He advocated using the part-time
personnel which could significantly reduce the $14.50 rate. At
this time he saw no advantge in hiring a private firm unless
the hourly rate went beyon $15 or $16 per hour. This, he
pointed out could be spell d out in the contract with them.
Mrs. Smith noted that she iad taken this advice and contacted
Carl Amburgey regarding th use of the part-time personnel and
he does have the option to use the part-time people since he has
done this in the past.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accopt the report from Mr. Incoronato and
place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
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An application for a Peddler's License was received from
Raymond Sanford, Village Crest Apartments, for selling hot dogs
throughout the Town roads.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to approve the Peddler's License for
Raymond Sanford to sell hot dogs, etc. throughout the Town
roads.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The Highway Superintendent wrote to the Board requesting
permission to go to bid for fuel oil, road aggregates, etc.
He asked to add liquid calcium to the list, explaining that the
last two years they did purchase it on the County bid but to be
consistent, he felt it should be included.
MRS. VISCONTI moved that the Highway Superintendent be allowed
to go to bid on the materials listed in his letter to the Board,
la thru lj.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
The second request was for approval of rental rates for
equipment for 1992. This was tabled to a work shop discussion.
The third item was for a request to use funds from the 1991 fund
balance to purchase the two fuel tanks and an $8,000 lift.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to grant permission to the Highway Super-
intendent to purchase the items requested from the 1991 fund
balance.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
On another matter the Highway Superintendent wrote to the Board
explaining that the Highway has been deeded property for Highway
Improvements in previous years and he would like to start work
on these areas with the help of the Engineer to stake out the
properties.
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These included: Robinson Lane where the old barn was removed;
Widmer Road in the area oflthe Villa Borghese, and Losee Road -
Gardner property at Sucich Place. He also asked that the Engineer
prepare a site plan to improve the northerly intersection of Old
State Road and Route 9D.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Engineer to the Town to
prepare the necessary docu ents and arrange for the field work
required by the Highway Superintendents to accomplish the four
Highway Improvements, as stated.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Another Memo from the High1ay was in regard to replacing two
fuel storage tanks which ho estimates must be more than twenty
years old and because of their age they will have to be tested
each year at an estimated cost of $1,500. He sought permission
to go to bid to replace these tanks as soon as possible at an
estimated cost of less than $15,000.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Highway Superintendent to
go to bid to replace the two fuel storage tanks.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
A report from the Engineer regarding water service to a parcel
owned by Capparelli and T sto stated that the parcel was in
existence prior to the formation of the water improvement and
in his opinion, the impro ement area is responsible for
providing service up to the
property line. He
recommended that
Camo Pollution Control be
authorized to do this
work necessary
for the water service connection.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize
Camo Pollution
Control to
do the necessary work in order
that the parcel
owned by
Capparelli and Tosto can
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
ook into the water line.
Motion Unanimously Carried
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A second report from the Engineer was in reference to a field
inspection of the pressure tank at the Oakwood Knolls Water
Plant which he found to be leaking. This is a serious problem
he told the Board Members as it is an integral part of the
existing system and strongly recommended that it be replaced.
In his opinion this was an emergency situation and action should
be taken as soon as possible.
The Supervisor declared a State of Emergency at the Oakwood
Knolls Water Plant due to the pressure tank leaking.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize Camo Pollution Control to
replace the pressure tank at the Oakwood Knolls Water Plant,
due to an emergency condition.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
On the same matter, a letter was directed to the Town Board
from Daniel O'Connor, Senior Public Health Engineer from the
Dutchess County Department of Health requesting that Mr. Paggi
submit specifications for the replacement tank and have Camo
Pollution submit a plan as to how the system could be operated
if the tank fails.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Engineer to the Town to
send the necessary documents to the Dutchess County Department
of Health regarding the replacement of the pressure tank at the
Oakwood Knolls Water Plant.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Requests for release of escrow were received from Clifford
Morin (Bonnano & Morin) lot line realignment in the amount of
$135.50 and from Joseph Sabia, Jr. $4,910.00 for planning and
engineering fees for subdivision application.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to approve release of escrows to Mr. Morin
in the amount of $135.50 and to Mr. Sabia, Jr. in the amount
of $4,910.00, based on the recommendation of the Zoning
Administrator.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Correspondence was received by Receiver of Taxes from John
Mason regarding sewer backup at 59 Top-O'Hill Road and request
for reimbursement of $120. 6 paid to plumbing company.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to tab:
work shop.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
_e this matter for discussion at a
Motion Unanimously Carried
Keith Gullery, Park Manage, Cooper Road Trailer Park wrote
to the Board requesting th4t they consider allowing an
additional trailer in the Park. The Zoning Administrator
noted that this request, f rst of all, would have to come from
the owner (Mr. Gullery is of the owner), and secondly he would
have to come before the Ton Board for a site plan change and
it would then be referred o the Planning Board.
Mrs. Visconti recommended hat Mr. Levenson respond to Mr.
Gullery informing him of t e proper procedure that must be
followed by the owner of t e Trailer Park.
James O'Connor, Executive
Ambulance Service, Inc.,
he wanted to share with t
of a gentleman they had
irector of Sloper-Willen Community
ote to the Board enclosing a letter
m; it was a letter from the daughter
n called to help when he had a heart
seizure. It was a very touching letter of appreciation for
their efforts to save his life and although it was too late
she praised the work of the paramedics who responded.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the letter and place it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace Motion Unanimously Carried
The Town Clerk was served1last week with Summons and Complaint
by Dollar Dry Dock vs. F.Keith O'Brien, et al. This requires
the presence of an Attorney to answer this in court.
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MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize Attorney Emanuel Saris to
answer and defend the above stated Summons and Complaint, on
behalf of the Town of Wappinger.
Seconded by Mrs. Smith Motion Unanimously Carried
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A request was received from Ralph Holt, Chairman of the
Recreation Commission for permission for Mrs. DeLisa, Mrs. Roe
and Mr. Mastroianni to attend the New York State Recreation and
Park Society Annual Conference April 5th to 8th, 1992, at the
Nevele Resort in Ellenville, New York.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to grant permission to the above stated
persons to attend the Conference at Ellenville, New York, as
requested by the Chairman of the Recreation Commission, and
their legitimate expenses will be a Town charge.
Seconded by Mr. Wallace
Motion Unanimously Carried
COMMITTEE REPORTS ---
Mr. Valdati, Recycling --visited the site few times since
beginning of year and it is doing well; there are a number of
Christmas trees that have been discarded so the residents have
been taking advantage of this option. There's a huge hole in
the area that will have to be taken care of, also requests
have been made to change the direction of the door on the shelter
that has been provided for the man in charge of maintenance at
that site.
Neither Mr. Wallace nor Mrs. Visconti had reports for this
meeting.
Mrs. Smith reported that the Dog Officer's vehicle has died- -
it appears that the engine has quit. The mechanic at the
Highway Department will check it out to see if it's worth
fixing and in the interim she will use her own car; if the Board
approves, mileage will be paid to the Dog Control Officer while
using her own vehicle. Pending a report on the status of the van
as to repair versus replacement, a work shop will be held to
discuss the pros and cons.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to pay mileage to the Dog Control Officer
during the time that she uses her own vehicle for her duties in
this position.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati Motion Unanimously Carried
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BONDS ---
A monthly report was received from the Zoning Administrator on
a Schedule of Letters of Credit and/or Bonds on file for the
month of January 1992.
Nicole Farms --- A new Letter of Credit should be received by
February 3, 1992.
Satellite Investments --- 4irport Drive has been accepted by the
Town and the bond in the a0ount of $374,482.90 should be returned
to the developer. The Roach Maintenance Bond is in place for one
year, expiring Dec. 16, 19112.
MR. VALDATI moved to relea4e the Performance Bond from Satellite
Investments and accept the
$204,856.84.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Maintenance Bond in the amount of
Motion Unanimously Carried
Wyndham Crossing --- Letter} of Credit from John Lawrence in
amount of $188,386.00 accepted by Board.
Kablaoui #3 --- awaiting resolution of drainage easement between
Mr. Kallaoui and adjoiningjproperty owners.
RESOLUTIONS ---
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, there has bee
a meeting of this Town Boa
a proposed Local Law Amend
the imposition, charge and
Consumption and Use of Wat
District of the Town of Wa
and Enforcement Thereof, a
duly presented and introduced at
on the 27th day of January, 1992,
g Local Law #10 of 1991 relating to
ollection of Water Rates for the
for the North Wappinger Water
inger, as well as the Penalties
WHEREAS, the provisiono of the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative
Body of the Town until a P blic Hearing thereon has been held
before such body,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall be held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Boar of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
of February, 1992, at 6:451P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town ofi Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
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2. That at least five (5) days notice of such hearing shall
be given by the Town Clerk of the Town of Wappinger by the due
posting thereof upon the bulletin board maintained by said Town
Clerk in the Town Hall and by publishing such notice at least
once in the official newspaper of the Town of Wappinger.
as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 1 of Local Law #10 of 1991 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
A. Residential: Each residential dwelling unit connected
to the water system, excluding such units and users
otherwise expressly provided for herein, shall pay the
minimum charge of $15.00 (Fifteen Dollars) per quarter,
for the first fifteen thousand (15,000) gallons of water
consumed/used, and $1.00 for each one thousand (1,000)
gallons consumed and used thereafter. Each unit of a
multiple dwelling shall be individually and separately
charged in accordance with this schedule.
C. Greentree Apartments: The Greentree Apartments shall
be billed $15.00 (fifteen dollars) per quarter for each
unit, or an aggregate minimum of $270.00 (Two Hundred
Seventy Dollars and 00/100) per quarter, whichever is
greater. In the event that the aggregate water
consumption/usage of Greentree Apartments exceeds two
hundred seventy thousand (270,000) gallons, such excess
will be billed at a rate of $1.00 for each one thousand
(1,000) gallons per quarter.
SECTION 2. This Local Law shall take effect upon adoption and
filing as provided by Municipal Home Rule Law.
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, there has been duly presented and introduced at a
meeting of this Town Board on the 27th day of January, 1992, a
proposed Local Law Amending Local Law #5 of 1976, #14 of 1984,
#10 of 1985, #10 of 1988 and #1 of 1991 on Establishing Sewer
Rates in the Wappinger Sewer Improvement Area #1, and
WHEREAS, the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative
Body of the Town until a Public Hearing thereon has been held
before such body,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall 1`e held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
day of February, 1992, at 6:47 P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
Seconded by:
Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0 Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
A Local
Law Amending Local Law #10 of
1991 Relating to the
Imposition,
Charge and Collection of Water
Rates for the
Consumption
and Use of Water for the North
Wappinger Water
District of
the Town of Wappinger, as well
as the Penalties and
Enforcement
Thereof.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the
Town of Wappinger
as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 1 of Local Law #10 of 1991 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
A. Residential: Each residential dwelling unit connected
to the water system, excluding such units and users
otherwise expressly provided for herein, shall pay the
minimum charge of $15.00 (Fifteen Dollars) per quarter,
for the first fifteen thousand (15,000) gallons of water
consumed/used, and $1.00 for each one thousand (1,000)
gallons consumed and used thereafter. Each unit of a
multiple dwelling shall be individually and separately
charged in accordance with this schedule.
C. Greentree Apartments: The Greentree Apartments shall
be billed $15.00 (fifteen dollars) per quarter for each
unit, or an aggregate minimum of $270.00 (Two Hundred
Seventy Dollars and 00/100) per quarter, whichever is
greater. In the event that the aggregate water
consumption/usage of Greentree Apartments exceeds two
hundred seventy thousand (270,000) gallons, such excess
will be billed at a rate of $1.00 for each one thousand
(1,000) gallons per quarter.
SECTION 2. This Local Law shall take effect upon adoption and
filing as provided by Municipal Home Rule Law.
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, there has been duly presented and introduced at a
meeting of this Town Board on the 27th day of January, 1992, a
proposed Local Law Amending Local Law #5 of 1976, #14 of 1984,
#10 of 1985, #10 of 1988 and #1 of 1991 on Establishing Sewer
Rates in the Wappinger Sewer Improvement Area #1, and
WHEREAS, the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative
Body of the Town until a Public Hearing thereon has been held
before such body,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall 1`e held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
day of February, 1992, at 6:47 P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
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2. That at least five
e given by the Town Clerk
posting thereof upon the b
Clerk in the Town Hall and
once in the official newsp
(5) days notice of such hearing shall
f the Town of Wappinger by the due
lletin board maintained by said Town
by publishing such notice at least
per of the Town of Wappinger.
Seconded by: Councilwo an Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0 Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
A Local Law amending L cal Law #5 of 1976, #14 of 1984, #10
of 1988 and #1 of 1991, on Establishing Sewer Rates in the
Wappinger Sewer Improvemen Area #1.
BE IT ENACTED by the
as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 2 of
amended to read as follows
Board of the Town of Wappinger
Local Law #1 of 1991 is hereby
SECTION 2: The followin Sewer Rates are hereby established
for the Wappinger Sewer Im rovement Area #1:
A. Residential
1. Each residenti1 unit connected to the System:
$280.00 annual y and payable on a quarterly basis.
SECTION 3: This Local L w shall take effect upon adoption and
filing as provided by Muni ipal Home Rule Law.
The following Resolution w�s offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, there has been duly presented and introduced at a
meeting of this Town Board on the 27th day of January, 1992, a
proposed Local Law Amending Local Law #7 of 1980 and #4 of 1988
with respect to the Imposition and Charge for Water Rates for
the Consumption and Use of Water for the Oakwood Water District,
and
WHEREAS, the provisionof the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative Body
of the Town until a Public Hearing thereon has been held before
such body, i
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall be held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Boar of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
day of February, 1992, at 6:49 P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
2. That at least fivUletin
'5) days notice of such hearing shall
be given by the Town Clef the Town of Wappinger by the due
posting thereof upon the board maintained by said Town
Clerk in the Town Hall a0 by publishing such notice at least
once in the official news aper of the Town of Wappinger.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0, Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
go.
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A Local Law amending Local Law #7 of 1980 and #4 of 1988
with Respect to the Imposition and Charge for Water Rates for
the Consumption and Use of Water for the Oakwood Water District.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 2, Subdivision B of Local Law #4 of the year
1988 is hereby amended to read as follows:
The owner shall be obligated to pay the minimum charge of
$85.00 per quarter, regardless of the consumption of water for
said quarter, provided said owner is connected to the system
at any time during the quarter.
SECTION 2. This Local Law shall take effect upon adoption and
as provided by the Municipal Home Rule Law.
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, there has been duly presented and introduced at
a meeting of this Town Board on the 10th day of February, 1992,
a proposed Local Law Amending Local Law #1 of 1982, #1 of 1985
and #3 of 1988 with respect to the Establishment of Water Rates
for the Tall Trees Water Improvement Area, and
WHEREAS, the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative
Body of the Town until a Public Hearing thereon has been held
before such body,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall be held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
day of February, 1992, at 6:51 P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
2. That at least five (5) days notice of such hearing shall
be given by the Town Clerk of the Town of Wappinger by the due
posting thereof upon the bulletin board maintained by said Town
Clerk in the Town Hall and by publishing such notice at least
once in the official newspaper of the Town of Wappinger.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0 Nays Councilman Mills --- Absent
A Local Law amending Local Law #1 of 1980, #1 of 1982, #1 of
1985 and #3 of 1988 with respect to the Establishment of Water
Rates for the Tall Trees Water Improvement Area.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 2 of Local Law #3 of the year 1988 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
The following water rates are hereby established for
the Tall Trees Water Improvement Area:
A. Residential
1. Each residential unit connected to system:
$340 annually & payable on quarterly basis.
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SECTION 2: This Local Law
as provided by Municipal H
shall take effect upon adoption and
Mme Rule Law.
The following Resolution w s offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who
moved its adoption: 1,11
WHEREAS, there has been duly presented and introduced at a
meeting of this Town Board on the 27th day of January, 1992, a
proposed Local Law Amending Local Law #1 of 1981, #6 of 1984 &
#6 of 1988 with respect to the Establishment of Sewer Rates for
the Fleetwood Sewer District, and
WHEREAS, the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law
requires that no local law shall be passed by the Legislative
Body of the Town until a Public Hearing thereon has been held
before such body,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT 4ESOLVED,
1. That a Public Hearing shall be held on the said proposed
Local Law by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger on the 10th
day of February, 1992 at 6:53 P.M. on such day at the Town Hall,
20 Middlebush Road, Town o Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
2. That at least five (5) days notice of such hearing shall
be given by the Town Clerk of the Town of Wappinger by the due
posting thereof upon the b lletin board maintained by said Town
Clerk in the Town Hall and by publishing such notice at least
once in the official newspaper of the Town of Wappinger.
Seconded by: Councilwo0an Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 01Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
A Local Law amending L cal Law #1 of 1981, #6 of 1984 and
#6 of 1988 with respect to the Establishment of Sewer Rates for
the Fleetwood Sewer Distri t.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger
as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 2 of Lc}cal Law #6 of the year 1988 is hereby
amended to read as follows•
The following sewer rates are hereby established for the
Fleetwood Sewer District:
A. Residential
1. Each residential unit be obligated to
pay 100 for the minimum 17,186 gallons,
regardless of consumption of water for
said quarter, and $3.00 per 1,000 gallons
over the minimum, additional.
SECTION 2. This Local Law shall take effect upon adoption and
as provided by Municipal H4 Rule Law.
Mrs. Visconti presented anlAmendment to the Town Policy to be
known as the Health Insurance Policy which has been the subject
of several work shop sessions and then prepared by Mrs. Visconti
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for their review.
Town of Wappinger
Health Insurance Policy
(Amendment to the Town Policy)
Definitions
Dependent: Your lawful spouse and unmarried children for whom
you provide the main source of support. This includes step-
children or adopted children.
It does not include:
A. A child who is 19 years or older, unless the child is a
full time student in a secondary school, college or
university and has a legal residence with you (not to
exceed age 23).
B. A divorced or legally separated spouse.
C. A spouse or child who is insured under the group policy as
an employee of the employer.
D. A spouse or child in active military service.
E. Foster children
Health Insurance for Retired Elected Officials ---
Elected Officials who retire from the Town, are receiving
New York State Retirement or New York State Retirement
Disability benefits and have the Town Retirement service
credit years with Town Government shall have the option to
elect contributory health insurance coverage from the Town
based on the following schedule:
Town
Service
Town Share
of Coverage
Years
of Service
Individual
Dependent
10 -
14 yrs.
35%
20%
15 -
19 yrs.
50%
35%
20 -
24 yrs.
60%
45%
25 yrs.
or more
75%
50%
Health Insurance for Surviving Spouses (Active or Retired
Employee) ---
Surviving Spouse receiving health insurance coverage through
an active or retired employee shall have the option to continue
either individual or dependent health insurance coverage with
the Town on a contributory basis based on the attached schedule.
Health Insurance for Retired Employee ---
Employees who retire from the Town, are receiving New York
State Retirement or New York State Disability benefits and
have the Town Retirement service credit years with Town
government shall have the option to elect contributory
health insurance coverage from the Town based on the attached
schedule.
Schedule of Town Service/Years of Service
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Town Service
Years of Service
10 - 14 yrs.
15 - 19 yrs.
20 - 24 yrs.
25 or more yrs.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to
Insurance Policy as an
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
I
n Share of Coverage
ividual Dependent
35%
20%
50%
35%
60%
45%
75%
50%
the Town of Wappinger Health
dment to the existing Town Policy.
Motion Unanimously Carried
Mrs. Visconti added that the Councilpeople (part-time elected)
officials are not included in the Policy, at this time. She
intends to do more research on this and compare with the County
and other municipalities.
The Bidding and Procedure Policy had been prepared and discussed
by the Town Board and now placed before them for their considera-
tion. There was one changE made to increase the amount for
commodities from $8,000.00 to $8,099.00 in order to conform with
the price of the lifts ($8,000) for the Highway Garage which the
Town Board had previously pproved to be paid from the 1991 fund
balance.
3R BIDDING �
Pursuant to Subdivision 1 cf Section 103 of the General Municipal
Law, as separately amended by Chapters 453 and 454 of the laws of
1982, wherein it was amendEd by adding Section 104-B, said section
increasing the bid limits for commodities from $5,000.00 to
$10,000.00 and Public Works projects from $7,000.00 to $20,000.00,
and which requires that procedures be established for purchasing
goods or services that fail below the new monetary bid limits and
said procedures be approve by the governing board, the following
is submitted:
Be it Resolved that the Toi
the Town of Wappinger for c
Works projects at $15,000.1
DOLLAR LIMITS
$1.00 - $49.99
$50.00 - $749.99
Highway --$500-$749.99
$750.00 and over
n of Wappinger set the bid limits in
ommodities at $8,099.00 and Public
0 and set the following procedures:
PROCEDURE
At the discretion of the
department.
Receive authorization from
Supervisor and get PO# from
Comptroller before purchase
is made.
Need Town Board approval --
except Highway Bids and
Town Projects.
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$1,000.00-$2,999.00
$3,000.00-$7,999.99
Commodities
$8,100.00 and over
Public Works Projects
$15,000.00 and over
Documented telephone quotes
at least 3 separate vendors;
also must list quotes on PO
Formal written quotes from at
least 3 separate vendors
Sealed bids in conformance
with Municipal Law, Section 103
Sealed bids in conformance
with Municipal Law, Section 103
Delivery/Freight costs must be included in total dollar amount
and not added after quote or bid.
Quotes and Bids will be awarded to the lowest responsible and
responsive vendor and bidder.
In all circumstances, whenever other than the lowest quote
or bid is awarded, there must be written documentation of the
reason for the award and authorization of the Town Board for
award.
Under no circumstances can a quote that exceeds the bid limit
be awarded.
EXCEPTIONS TO POLICY
Emergency:
An emergency exists wherein the delay caused by soliciting
quotes would endanger the health, welfare, or property of the
municipality, or more important the individual tax payer, then
the procurement of goods or services will be at the discretion
of the Supervisor (Chief Fiscal Officer) with documentation as
to the nature of the emergency and shall be sent to the Town
Board within five (5) working days of such procurement.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to adopt the Town of Wappinger Bidding and
Procedure Policy.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
The State had recommended $10,000.00 and over for Commodities
and $20,000.00 and over for Public Works Projects, however the
municipalities did have the option to adopt their own limits.
Mr. Foster objected to this and pointed out that it would cost
the Town more money due to the fact that as soon as you go out
to bid the contractor has to pay the prevailing wage rate set
by the unions. Mrs. Visconti recommended that since the Highway
Superintendent felt this way, he should do some homework and
present his findings to the Board for their consideration. As a
point of information the Engineer added that whether or not the
Town goes out to bid on any public works project under $15,000.00,
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they still have to pay thel
The Highway Superintendent
prevailing wages.
said he would take Mrs. Visconti's
suggestion and research th6 matter.
The matter of the appointment of the Board of Ethics was tabled
at the Reorganizational Meeting in order to give the Town Board
Members more time to submi their appointments.
Mr. Wallace offered the na a of ---------------Ronald Andrews.
Mr. Valdati offered the nae of ---------------Robert Lewis
Mrs. Smith offered the nam of ---------------Barbara McCormack
Mrs. Visconti preferred to table her appointment.
The term of Alberta Roe, m�mber of the Zoning Board of Appeals
will expire February 1, 1992 and the Board was asked to consider
an appointment to fill the vacancy.
The following Resolution wits offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI
who moved its adoption:
RESOLVED, that William Bitterlich, be and he hereby is
appointed to fill the vacancy on the Town of Wappinger Zoning
Board of Appeals which has occurred by the expiration of the
term of Alberta Roe, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the said William Bitterlich
will serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals for a five year term
which will expire on February 1, 1997.
Seconded by: Councilman Valdati
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes Q Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
SUPERVISOR SMITH moved to fiend a letter of thanks to Alberta Roe
for her service to the Towr of Wappinger while serving on the
Zoning Board of Appeals.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
The next item was considertion of the Dial -A -Ride Contract for
the seniors.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to approve the Dial -A -Ride Contract and
authorize the Supervisor to sign said Contract.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Mrs. Visconti complimented the Supervisor on the fact that the
Senior Citizen Center has done so well since the Town has taken
it over and they had to increase the service of the Dial -A -Ride
program to five days a week.
Mr. Holt, Chairman of the Recreation Commission, requested a
transfer of funds for the Senior Citizen Budget in the amount
of $3,450 fro A-7620.4 to A-7620.1. This was need to pay certain
instructors who they thought were contractual but were, in fact,
on the Town Payroll.
Mrs. Smith requested a second transfer for the contract with
Sloper Ambulance Company for the Ambulance District; this will
be needed for the first three months until the taxes start coming
in. They will require the amount of $30,165 to be transferred
from the A Fund to the Ambulance Fund.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to approve the transfer for the Recreation
Commission for the Senior Citizen Budget and the transfer for
Sloper Willen Ambulance Contract, as requested.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Two Resolutions on the Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment
Improvement were placed before the Board.
The following Resolution was introduced by COUNCILPERSON VISCONTI
and seconded by Councilperson Valdati:
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger has hereto-
fore authorized the formation of the Wappinger Sewer Transmission/
Treatment Improvement (hereinafter referred to as "Improvement")
pursuant to Article 12-C of the Town Law for the purposes of
constructing a sewer transmission trunk line and a one (1)
million gallon per day expansion of the sewer treatment facility
known as the Tri -Municipal Sewage Plant, located in the Town of
Poughkeepsie; and
WHEREAS, prior to the formation of the Improvement, the Town
Board, pursuant to Article 8 ECL, and Title 6 Part 617 NYCRR, has
caused to be prepared and accepted an Environmental Impact
Statement, and has made a Statement of Findings pursuant thereto;
and
WHEREAS, the engineering plans require that the trunk line
will have to be installed in and through various parcels of
privately and publicly owned property generally set forth in a
certain map prepared by said Paggi and Martin entitled "Sewage
Transmission Line, Town of Wappinger", dated November 1990, job
number 89-077; and
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WHEREAS, in order for
connected through private:
must obtain easements and
parcels affected as deters
Paggi and Martin; and
the trunk line to be constructed and
y or publicly owned lands, the Town
rights-of-way through the various
ined by the Engineers to the Improvement
WHEREAS, the Town Board, on behalf of the Improvement, has
determined that it is essential, a matter of public necessity and
in furtherance of the public welfare to obtain the necessary
easements and rights-of-way to lay, install and construct the
trunk line.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE ITIRESOLVED AS FOLLOWS;
1. The Town Board of
Wappinger Sewer Transmiss
that it is essential, a m
furtherance of the public
ments and rights-of-way t
for the purposes of const
mission trunk line in acc
prepared by Paggi and Mar
the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the
on/Treatment Improvement, has determined
tter of public necessity, and in
welfare, to obtain all necessary ease -
rough privately or publicly held lands
ucting and installing a sewer trans-
rdance with the plans and specifications
in, Engineers to the Improvement.
2. The Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the
Improvement, hereby direc s that the Town shall acquire the
aforementioned necessary asements and rights-of-way from all
affected owners of privat ly or publicly held lands. These
easements and rights -of -w y shall be obtained by purchase, gift
or pursuant to the author ty of the Eminent Domain Law.
3. The Town Board he
Smith, Paggi and Martin,
P. Roberts, and any membe
Attorneys to the Town, to
such easements and rights
limited to, any further S
8 ECL and the related Tit
surveys, maps, plans or r
necessary documents neces
of way.
4. The Town Board fu
Smith, Paggi and Martin,
P. Roberts, or any member
with the various owners o
trunk line is to be const
said necessary easements
directions and parameters
this evening.
eby directs Supervisor Constance O.
ngineers to the Improvement, and Albert
s of his firm, Gellert & Cutler, P.C.,
undertake all acts necessary to acquire
of -way as aforesaid, including, but not
QRA studies required pursuant to Article
e 6, Part 617-NYCRR, engineering studies
ports, and the preparation of all
ary to acquire said easements and rights
ther directs Supervisor Constance O.
ngineers to the Improvement and Albert
of his firm, to commence negotiations
the parcels of land through which the
ucted for the purposes of acquiring the
nd rights-of-way in accordance with the
discussed in Executive Session earlier
5. The Town Board futher authorizes the hiring of McGrath,
Basciani, Real Estate App aisers to conduct appropriate appraisals
of the properties affecte , whenever deemed necessary by the Town
Supervisor or whenever re uired by the Eminent Domain Law.
6. The Town Supervis
contracts, agreements, de
or any other legal instru
said easements into the T
Improvement and to author
parcel owners in accordan
Executive Session earlier
r is further authorized to enter into
larations of easements or right-of-way
ent necessary to effectuate title to
wn of Wappinger on behalf of the
ze payment for same to the individual
e with the parameters established in
this evening.
7. Constance O. Smith, Town Supervisor, is hereby further
authorized to execute said Grant of Easement and Right-of-way
on behalf of the Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment
Improvement for any of the affected parcels, in substantially
the same form as annexed hereto, and to undertake the preparation
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of and execution of any necessary instruments required to have
said Grants of Easement recorded in the Dutchess County Clerk's
Office as expeditiously as possible.
8. Albert P. Roberts, Attorney to the Town, is hereby
directed to order a title insurance policy/report insuring title
to the Town and the Improvement and insuring all easements and
rights-of-way be obtained, with the amount of title insurance to
be determined at a later date.
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0 Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
The following Resolution was introduced by COUNCILPERSON VISCONTI
and seconded by Councilperson Valdati:
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger has
heretofore authorized the formation of the Wappinger Sewer
Transmission/Treatment Improvement (hereinafter referred to as
"Improvement") pursuant to Article 12-C of the Town Law for the
purposes of constructing a sewer transmission trunk line and a
one (1) million gallon per day expansion of the sewer treatment
facility known as the Tri -Municipal Sewage Plant, located in the
Town of Poughkeepsie; and
WHEREAS, Paggi and Martin, Engineers to the Improvement, have
prepared a survey map needed to construct the trunk line through
Reese Park, last revised on January 8, 1992, entitled "Proposed
Easement, Reese Park, Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment
Improvement"; in conjunction with said map, Paggi and Martin have
prepared a metes and bounds description of the aforementioned
easements, both permanent and temporary; and
WHEREAS, Albert P. Roberts, Attorney to the Improvement, has
prepared a proposed "Grant of Easement" to be executed by the Town
of Wappinger, in favor of the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the
Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment Improvement, to be executed
by the Town upon authorization by Special Legislation from the New
York State Legislature; and
WHEREAS, Albert P. Roberts, on behalf of the Improvement has
heretofore forwarded copies of the easement maps, legal
descriptions and proposed Grant of Easement to New York State
Senator Stephen Saland and New York State Assemblyman Donald
McMillen and has further requested that the Senator and the
Assemblyman introduce appropriate legislation to authorize the
construction of the trunk line through Reese Park in accordance
with the aforementioned map and Grant of Easement; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that the Town Board formally request
the New York State Legislature to introduce the appropriate
legislation necessary to construct the trunk line through Reese
Park.
WHEREAS, prior to the
formation of the Improvement, the Town
Board, pursuant to Article
8 ECL, and Title 6 Part 617 NYCRR, has
caused to be prepared and
accepted an Environmental Impact
Statement, and has made a
Statement of Findings pursuant thereto;
and
WHEREAS, a portion of
the trunk line is required to be
constructed through lands
owned by the Town of Wappinger, to wit
Town -owned public park known
as Reese Park; and
WHEREAS, in order to
construct the trunk line through
parklands and obtain the
necessary easements in the name of the
Improvement, the New York
State legislature must authorize same by
Special Legislation; and
WHEREAS, Paggi and Martin, Engineers to the Improvement, have
prepared a survey map needed to construct the trunk line through
Reese Park, last revised on January 8, 1992, entitled "Proposed
Easement, Reese Park, Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment
Improvement"; in conjunction with said map, Paggi and Martin have
prepared a metes and bounds description of the aforementioned
easements, both permanent and temporary; and
WHEREAS, Albert P. Roberts, Attorney to the Improvement, has
prepared a proposed "Grant of Easement" to be executed by the Town
of Wappinger, in favor of the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the
Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment Improvement, to be executed
by the Town upon authorization by Special Legislation from the New
York State Legislature; and
WHEREAS, Albert P. Roberts, on behalf of the Improvement has
heretofore forwarded copies of the easement maps, legal
descriptions and proposed Grant of Easement to New York State
Senator Stephen Saland and New York State Assemblyman Donald
McMillen and has further requested that the Senator and the
Assemblyman introduce appropriate legislation to authorize the
construction of the trunk line through Reese Park in accordance
with the aforementioned map and Grant of Easement; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that the Town Board formally request
the New York State Legislature to introduce the appropriate
legislation necessary to construct the trunk line through Reese
Park.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT 4ESOLVED AS FOLLOWS;
1. The Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the
Wappinger Sewer Transmission/Treatment Improvement, hereby
requests that the New York State Legislature authorize, by Special
Legislation, the construction of the trunk line through Reese Park
as laid out on the survey map prepared by Paggi and Martin
entitled "Proposed Easemen , Reese Park, Wappinger Sewer
Transmission/ Treatment Im rovement" dated May 31, 1991, and last
revised on January 8, 1992
2. The Town Board further authorizes the Town of Wappinger to
grant to the Town of Wappinger, on behalf of the Wappinger Sewer
Transmission/Treatment Imp ovement, the Grant of Easement as
prepared by Albert P. Robe ts.
3. The Town Board of he Town of Wappinger, hereby approves
and ratifies the previous -equests made by Albert P. Roberts on
behalf of the Improvement o introduce a bill for the appropriate
legislation into the New Y rk State Legislation by Senator Stephen
Saland and Assemblyman Don ld McMillen as set forth above.
4. Constance O. Smith Town Supervisor, Paggi and Martin,
Engineers to the Town, and Albert P. Roberts, and any member of
his firm Gellert & Cutler, P.C., Attorneys to the Town, are hereby
directed to undertake any further action necessary to obtain the
appropriate legislation from the State Legislature to construct
the trunk line through Ree a Park.
5. Upon the adoption f the appropriate legislation, or in
the event counsel to the N w York State Legislation determines
that no special legislatioi is required for the subject Easements
and Rights -of -Way, Supervi or Constance 0. Smith is hereby
directed to execute the Grint of Easement in the form attached
hereto and cause the same o be recorded in the Dutchess County
Clerk's Office.
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes 0
Mrs. Visconti had one more
the Dog Control Officer.
Nays Councilman Mills ---Absent
item under Resolutions pertaining to
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Dog Control Officer to
enforce the Agriculture an Market Law in the Village of
Wappingers Falls.
During a brief discussion qrs. Visconti explained that this
excluded enforcement of the Village Dog Ordinance, it was a
check on unlicensed dogs and it would be no expense to the Town
to do this. She had received a call on this matter and a lengthy
discussion was held on the pros and cons of this service for the
Village so she felt they c uld provide this until they resolved
the matter of full service to the Village.
The Supervisor announced tat she had something she wanted to
do prior to the commencement of the meeting. Last year the Board
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agreed that the employees who gave twenty-five years of service
to the Town should be recognized and thanked. This year a plaque
was presented to Gladys Ruit by the Supervisor which read as
follows:
"Presented to Gladys C. Ruit in Recognition of Her 25 Years of
Service to the Town of Wappinger With Our Gratitude and Thanks,
January, 1992".
A similar plaque was for Robert Newhall for his 25 Years of
service to the Town of Wappinger which was presented to the
Highway Superintendent who, in turn would present
it to Mr. Newhall.
The Supervisor thanked the both employees and jested that Mr.
Fanuele called her before the meeting to remind her that she
promised to do this every year for the long time employees, so
she asked that we report to Mr. Fanuele that she kept her promise.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS ---
Mrs. Smith had previously forwarded to the Board Members
Resolutions that would be addressed at the business meeting at
the Association of Towns. The Board reviewed them and agreed with
the Association; it was now required that they inform the
Association of this decision.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to instruct the Delegate to the Association
of Towns to vote on the Resolutions presented at the business
meeting in accordance with the recommendation of the Association
of Towns.
Mr. Valdati asked the status of the abandoned house on Middlebush
Road next to the soda company; it was his understanding that there
was an arson attempt on the structure and he feels something
should be done. He would like to be kept abreast of whatever
action the Building Inspector is taking to correct this condition.
NEW BUSINESS ---
Mr. Valdati referred to phone calls both he and the Supervisor
have received regarding a rash of burglaries in the Hamilton
Road area of the Town; he wanted to be sure the Vandalism Patrol
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was doing extra patrol in hat area since it seems to be a "hot
spot". The Supervisor assured him that the Sheriff Department
and the State Troopers are sending extra personnel to that area,
also the Town is doubling ip on their patrol and there is an
ongoing investigation of tie activities that have been taking
place.
There was no other business to come before the Board.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to adjourn the Meeting, seconded by Mr.
Wallace and unanimously carried.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
Elaine H. Snowden
Town Clerk
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