Applications For Grants For GreystoneMUNICIPAL RESOLUTION
2000 ACQUISITION GRANT PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND
AND
CLEAN WATER/CLEAN AIR BOND ACT
I, Elaine Snowden, the duly elected and qualified Town Clerk of the Town of
Wappinger, New York, do hereby certify that the following resolution was
adopted at a regular meeting of the Town Board held on July 10, 2000, and is
incorporated in the original minutes of said meeting and that said resolution
has not been altered, amended or revoked and is in full force and effect.
RESOLVED:
That Constance O. Smith; as Supervisor of the Town of Wappinger, is hereby
authorized and directed to file an application by on behalf of the Town of
Wappinger, for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation
and Historic Preservation in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the
Environmental Protection Act of 1993 and/or Title 3 of the Clean
Water/Clean Air Bond Act, in an amount not to exceed $350,000 and, upon
approval of said request, to enter into and execute a project agreement with
the State for such financial assistance to the Town of Wappinger for
acquisition of the Greystone Property.
DUTCHESS COUNTY OPEN SPACE & AGRICULTURAL PROTECTION
MATCHING GRANT FUND
TOWN OF WAPPINGER FEE SE"LE PURCHASE ACQUISITION
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GREYSTONE PROPERTY-
WHEELER
ROPERTYWHEELER HILL ROAD
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
DUTCHESS COUNTY, NEW YORK
July I3', 2000
PREPARED BY:
PAGGI, MARTIN & DEL BENE LLP
CONSULTING ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS
56 MAIN STREET
POUG111KEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
A.
COVER SHEET ...... . .......
1
B.
PROJECT SUMMARY ... . . . ............................ . ...
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C.
PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE .............................
7
D-
MAPS AND VISUAL DOCUMENTATION ....................
8
E.
PROJECT BUDGET ................... . . .........
9
F.
DOCUMENTATION OF FUNDING AWARDS ................
10
G.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM ........ . ..:.......
11
K
STEWARDSHIP/ MONITORING PLAN .....................
12
J.
LETTERS OF SUPPORT ................. .....
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APPENDICES -
1, FULL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM, DATED MAY 4T- , 2000
2- ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND 1999 ACQUISITION GRANT
APPLICATION DATED AUGUST 9TH, 1999
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DUTCHESS COUNTY OPEN SPACE & AGRICULTURAL PROTECTION
MATCHING GRANT FUND
A. COVER SHEET
• Title of Proposed Project: Purchase Acquisition of the Greystone Property by the
Town of Wappinger
• Category. Open Space
• Location of Proposed Project: The Greystone Property is located on the south side of
Wheeler Hill Road adjacent to the Hudson River in the Town of Wappinger_
• Parcel Number and Acreage: 19-6057-03-487186; 99.6 Acres
• Name of Land Owner: Greystone Programs, Inc. (Current Owner)
24 Delavergne Avenue
Wappingers Falls, New York 12590
• Municipality and Contact Person: Town o£Wappinger
Attention: Supervisor Constance O. Smith
20 Middlebush Road
P.O. Box 324
Wappingers Falls, New York 12590
Telephone. (914) 297-2744
Fax: (914) 297-6
• Total Estimated Cost of Proposed Project: $2,085,300.00 (Purchase Only)
• Amount and Source of Primary Funding: 1,397,150.00*;
Town of Wappinger Serial Revenue
Bonds
• Amount of Matching Grant Requested: $688,150.00
• Signature of Land Owner: !
* The Town of Wappinger applied for a grant of $350,000 under the 1999 Environmental
Protection Fund (EPF). Unfortunately, the project was not selected for handing. The Town has
initiated another funding request for the 2000 EPF. Any funds realized from said Project would
reduce the Town of Wappinger share accordingly.
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B. PROJECT SUMMARY:
*NOTE: The Environmental Assessment Form for the Purchase Acquisition of the
Greystone Property as prepared by Matthew D. Rudikoff Associates, Inc., contains
extensive text and visual material regarding the site and its surroundings. Said document is
included herein as Appendix 1.
For the purpose of brevity, only the following brief passages from said document are
included under this project Summary
PROPOSED ACTION.
"The proposed action consists ofthe purchase acquisition in fee simple of the Greystone
Property by the Town of Wappinger. The Greystone Property consists of triangularly
shaped parcel of approximately 99.6 acres with extensive rolling fields, Hudson River
views, and historic buildings located on the westerly side of Wheeler Hill Road in the Town
of Wappinger (Parcel ID 6057-03-487186). The property was developed in the mid. -1800's
by the Willis family as a residential estate, and later was converted in the early 1900 's for
religious uses. Since the early 1980's, the property has been owned and operated by
Greystone Programs, Inc. as a residential care facility for developmentally disabled
adults.
Following the acquisition of Greystone by the Town, there are no immediate plans to
change or expand the existing use of the property, except that the purchase will primarily
provide for the conservation and preservation of the existing site resources, open space
areas and historical buildings, and secure. the opportunity for -Public use, including, but not
limited to: placement ofadministrative offices; storage ofgovernment records and
equipment; meeting space; publicly accessible passive and active open space and
recreational resources; etc. Furthermore, the Greystone Property represents a significant
opportunity for the Town of Wappinger to acquire a crucial component of the Hudson
River Valley Greenway and ensure the future protection and preservation of this unique,
large parcel overlooking the Hudson River, particularly from the adverse impacts
associated with its residential development if left in private ownership and control.
Existinz Site Uses:
"The subjectproperty was developed in the mid -1800's by the Willis family as a
residential estate, and later was converted in the early 1900's for religious uses. The
property is currently in use by Greystone Programs, Inc., as a residential care facilityfor
approximately 30 residents. The site contains several buildings, including a multi person
residential structure with an attached former chapel (the ChapeLDormitory Building), a
19`h Century mansion, a barn and other buildings used for administrative and site
maintenance purposes. With the exception of the original residence (the Mansion) which
is not in use, the site buildings are used for the operation and maintenance of the above -
noted institutional residential care facility. Existing on-site recreation facilities include a
bal�fleld, swingset, outdoor swimming pool, basketball court, and fields for passive
recreation. "
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POTENTIAL SITE USES:
"The primary purpose for acquiring the Greystone Property is to ensure its conservation
and preservation, thereby preventing the residential development (and related adverse
impacts) of this unique, large parcel overlooking the Hudson River. Generally, the Town
expects to make the property accessible to the public for passive open space and
recreational purposes (it should be noted the property includes some existing provisions
for persons with disabilities). "
Historical:
"Historically referred to as Carnwath Farms, the subject property is one of six estate
parcels listed on the State and National Historic Register as part of the 1991 designation
of the Wheeler Hill Historic District. The propertyfeatures a number of buildings
representing various architectural styles from the 19th and 20th centuries. According to the
National Register of Historic Places, the Italian Villa style brick residence at Carnwath
Farms "best epitomizes the Romantic Period in the Wheeler Hill Historic District". The
Carriage House Administration Building and a small brick storage building are
considered as "contributing buildings ", while the remaining site structures are considered
"non-contributing". The property's designed landscapingfeatures including the stone
pillars, winding drive, and randomly planted specimen trees are considered contributory
features to the site's historical designation.
The acquisition of the property by the Town will allow for the continued preservation of
this historical Hudson Valley estate. No construction or renovation ofany building is
proposed by the Town at this time. Prior to any such action, the proposed activities will be
evaluated and subject to additional environmental assessment. "
Siznifcant Habitats
"An area of the Hudson River (west of the site and adjacent to MTAproperty) is
designated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
as a Significant Coastal Fish and Wildlife Habitat. The designated area includes the New
York Natural Heritage Program's Wappinger's Creek -Mouth (located north of the subject
property) and extends along the shallows of the Hudson River, parallel to the subject
property.
The Wappinger's Creek Mouth habitat has been designated as a protected area due to the
presence ofsuch rare wildlife as osprey (during spring migrations) and plant species
including grassleaf arrowhead, subulate arrowhead, kidney leaf mud plantain and
Maryland bur -marigold. Also present are important spawning areas for anadromous fish
including alewife, blueback herring, white perch, tomcod, and striped bass. Resident fish
species include largemouth bass, bluegills, brown bullhead, and red -breasted sunfish_ The
area is also a productive feeding area for herons, waterfowl, and turtles. "
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"The Town's purchase of the Greystone Property will have positive impacts on this habitat
in that the property and its habitat resources will be protected and preserved in
substantially their current state. Purchase of the property by the Town will prevent the
potential adverse and irreversible impacts associated with the residential development of
this unique, large estate parcel if left in private ownership and control; the potential
environmental impacts associated with the residential development of the property could
have significant adverse effects on the Hudson River and the designated Coastal Fish and
Wildlife Habitat therein. "
OPEN SPA CEAND RECREATION:
"The majority of the site includes expansive scenic views of the Hudson River, including
substantial undeveloped acreage of unprotected open space land which has been privately
held since the mid 1800's with no public access. The subject property also includes
passive hiking trails and open playing fields. "
Greenway Connection and Future Opportunities:
"A primary benefit of the proposed acquisition will be the preservation ofa significant
open space parcel, as well as the establishment of increased public access to scenic views
of the Hudson River, and additional areas ofpassive and potentially active recreational
resources. Given the open space, natural, and historic resources on the site, in
combination with the property's focus on the Hudson River and its location in an area of
Dutchess County with limited existing publicly accessible Hudson River viewpoints, the
Greystone Property represents a crucial component of the Hudson River Valley Greenway.
Immediate outdoor recreational uses would include potential picnic areas, access to trails
along the Hudson River bluffline, and low -impact recreational activities such as sledding
or cross-country skiing. Other outdoor recreational opportunity potentially include
ba4fields, basketball courts, and a swimmingpool. Site buildings will provide future
opportunities for indoor recreational use as well. However, the Town use of the facilities
will not be possible during the ongoing lease period with Greystone Programs, Inc_
However, once the facility is no longer leased, the indoor recreation areas could be made
available for public uses as determined appropriate by the Town. "
Recreation Opportunities for the Physically Disabled:
"Improvements made to the property to accommodate the current site use ofa residential
care facility provide unique future recreational opportunities for the Town's physically
challenged citizens. While no ADA accessibility evaluation has been conducted, an
existing gazebo overlooking the Hudson River is apparently accessible with no
modifications required. Additional potential outdoor opportunities could be provided with
the construction of boardwalks, or other suitable paths, along existing wooded site trails
leading to other Hudson River overlooks. Future indoor recreational opportunities are
significantly in place, as the Chapel/Dormitory Building includes wheelchair -accessible
recreation and meeting areas and restroom facilities.
Future Town uses of the property could provide additional passive recreation facilities
which preserve and enhance the property's scenic and recreational value. Future indoor
and outdoor opportunities, active recreation facilities and other uses of the site, and its
existingfacilities will be determined according to the Town's future needs, and upon.
further determination and study. "
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"Acquisition of the subjectproperty by the Town also prevent the possibility ofa
substantial residential subdivision (up to 45 single family homes) which would forego the
opportunities noted above, while placing increased demand for such services on the
Town. "
Master Plan Consistency:
"The Town of Wappinger's acquisition of the subject property will firmly satisfy the goals
and recommendations setforth in the Town's 1988 Comprehensive Plan bypreserving the
site and existing historic buildings from future residential development.
Furthermore, acquisition of the Greystone Property by the Town will 'preserve
environmentally signif cantfeatures" and provide a significant open space/recreation
resource. Steep slopes and ridgelines located parallel to the Hudson River will be
preserved. Consistent with the Town's recommended Open Space Plan, purchase of the
property will provide an opportunity to create open space corridors that will be
established and preserved to provide visible access to the River. Future Town use of the
property will provide "recreational activities that meet the needs of the Town residents ".
The acquisition of the property will also provide appropriate locations for community
facilities and recreation areas in anticipation of the Town's future governmental and
recreational needs. "
In addition, the project is in substantial compliance with the provisions of "Directions =
The Plan for Dutchess County", particularly the following policies:
Poli?
Dutchess County supports efforts to maintain the visual distinctiveness of communities as a
means of conveying a sense of cohesiveness anc4 consequently, reinforcing a sense of
place.
Policy 3.2:
Dutchess County supports continuing work to maintain a regional distinctiveness in its use
of land and natural resources.
Policy 3.7:
Dutchess County views the Hudson River and its shorelines as the centerpiece for activity
among counties in the Mid -Hudson region and supports efforts to increase public access to
the river and preserve its visual appeal.
Policy 5.10:
Dutchess County encourages local and regional involvement in all issues that affect the
Hudson River, and advocates improved protection of the river's quality.
PolicK 5.2 :
Dutchess County advocates the preservation of the county's scenic resources and
significant natural areas.
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Policy 5 24:
Dutchess County encourages the preservation of woodland "greenbelt" corridors through
communities, especially along streams, floodplain, wetlands, and other sensitive areas, to
provide recreational space, wildlife habitat natural buffers aquifer protection.
Policy_ 7.11:
Dutchess County encourages the provision of open space areas and greenbelt corridors as
a fundamental land use that is carefully planned as part of the land use pattern.
Policy I L l:
Dutchess County encourages the development and implementation of county and municipal
recreation plans that include provisions for the systematic acquisition and development of
park lands based on the growth and distribution ofpopulation.
Policy 11.6:
Dutchess County encourages the siting and design of recreational facilities in a manner
that maximizes their accessibility to all income groups, the elderly, and the handicapped.
Policy 11.7:
Dutchess County encourages the development of recreational trail systems throughout the
county.
Policy 11.11:
Dutchess County encourages the location ofnew recreational areas where they will also
contribute to the preservation of open space, historic sites, or unique natural resources
such as the Hudson River shorelands, streams and wetlands.
Policy 11.12.-
Dutchess
1.12:Dutchess County encourages the location of recreational facilities in areas that promote
public access to the county's significant inland water bodies and the Hudson River.
Policy 11.22:
Dutchess County encourages the preservation ofsignifrcantseenic resources, such as the
Hudson Highlands, Stissing Mountain, the Hudson River Shorelands, and Tivoli Bays.
Policy 12.1:
Dutchess County encourages the preservation and adaptive reuse of historic properties.
Policy 12.8.
Dutchess County encourages driving and walking tours of historic and cultural resources.
Policy 14.22:
Dutchess County supports the accessibility ofsites and buildings to all persons.
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C_ PRIMARY SOURCE:
• The Town of Wappinger applied for a grant of $350,000 under the 1999
Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) Acquisition Grant Program. Unfortunately, the
project was not selected for funding. The Town has initiated another funding request
for the 2000 EPF Program. Any funds realized from said Program would reduce the
Town of Wappinger share accordingly.
A complete copy of the August 9'', 1999 EPF Acquisition Grant Program Application
is included herein as Appendix 2.
• It is anticipated that funding for the fee simple purchase acquisition of the Greystone
Property will be accomplished via issuance of Town of Wappinger serial revenue
bonds.
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D. MAPS AND VISUAL DOCUMENTATION:
The following maps and visual documentation are included under the referenced
Appendices herein:
Appendix 1: Full Environmental Assessment Form:
• Site Location Map .................. . . ...... Figure A.1-1
• Publicly Accessible Hudson River Viewpoints...,
Figure A_ 1-2
• Soils Map ....... . ... . . ....................
Figure A.3-1
• Wheeler Hill Historic District .... . .............
Figure A.6-1
• Significant Coastal Fish & Wildlife Habitat.......
Figure A.11-1
• Scenic View Sheds . . . ............ . ..........
Figure A.13-1
• Site Photographs ............ _ ........... . ...
Figure A.13-3 thru A_13-6
• NYSDEC Wetlands Map .......... . ...........
Figure A.15-1
• National Wetlands Inventory Map .... . . . ........
Figure A_ 15-2
• 100 Year Floodplain Map .....................
Figure A.15-3
• Zoning Map .................. . .............
Figure C.2-1
• Survey Map ................................
Appendix D
Appendix 2: EPF 1999Acguisition Grant Application:
• 3" x 5" Photographs of Existing Structures........ C-1 thru C-9
• USGS Topographic Map ... . ............... . .. D -I
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E. PROJECT BUDGET:
• The appraised value of the property is $2,200,000.00. A copy of the certified appraisal
performed by McGrath, Bastian and Associates, Inc. is included herein under Section
'T" of Appendix 2 (EPP 1999 Acquisition Grant Program Application).
The following is the total estimate of costs for the Greystone purchase:
■ Land ............ . ..... $ 1,200,000.00
■ Buildin s ............... $ 800 000.00
Purchase Price $ 2,000,000.00
■ Phase I Environmental , ...
$
3,500.00
■ SEQRA................
$
10,000.00
■ TitIe/Recording ........ _
$
7,200.00
■ Legal .......... . ......
$
5,500.00
■ Engineering/Surveying....
$
3,800.00
■ Appraisal ...............
$
2,500.00
■ Bond Advisor ...........
$
10,000.00
■ Bond Counsel ...........
$
9,000.00
• Architecture .............
$
22,800.00
■ Moody's................
$
6,000.00
■ Miscellaneous ... _ . _ .. _ _ .
$
5,000.00
TOTAL $ 2,085,300.00
+ The yearly operating budget as prepared by the Wappinger Town Recreation
Department is estimated to be $185,700.00.
F. DOCUMENTATION OF FUNDING AWARDS:
The Town of Wappinger applied for a grant of $350,000.00 under the 1999 Environmental
Protection Fund (EPF). Unfortunately, the Project was not selected for funding. The
Town has initiated another funding request of $350,000.00 for the 2000 EPF. Any funds
realized from said Program would reduce the Town of Wappinger share accordingly.
A copy of the 2000 EPF Acquisition Grant Program Application is included herein as
Appendix 2.
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G. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM:
A Full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) for the Purchase Acquisition of the
Greystone Property as prepared by Matthew D. Rudikoff Associates, Inc. and dated Mav
4"', 2000 is included herein in Appendix I.
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H. STEWARDSHIP 1 MONITORING PLAN:
• The Town of Wappinger will own, operate and maintain the Greystone Property,
insuring public access to the last large, undeveloped Town parcel with unobstructed
Hudson River views.
• The yearly operating budget as prepared by the Wappinger Town Recreation
Department is estimated to be $1$5,700.00.
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LETTERS OF SUPPORT:
While the opportunity for public comment on the proposed purchase has only recently
begun (the first Town Board informational meeting was held on June 26"', 2000), the initial
reaction from both the public and the Town's elected officials appears to be very positive.
Additionally, the Poughkeepsie Journal editorial on the following page indicates their
enthusiastic support for the project.
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'Poughkeepsie 30u- na!
OPIN110N
HERE SHALLTHE PRESS THE PEOPLE'S RIGHT MAINTAIN
EDITORIAL BOARD
Richard K. Wager, publisher
Margaretta A. Downey, executive editor
Dolores Pinto, human resources director
John Penney, editorial page editor
James David Audlin, assistant editorial page editor
ipenney@ poughkee.gannett.com
4A MONDAY, JULY 3, 2000
EDITORIALS f
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Three cheers
o Town of Wappinger residents, for coming
together to save 99 acres of land near the Hudson
River. This once -private land owned by the Grey-
stone Program Inc_ will be easily converted into a park
for ail to enjoy. The psychiatric hospital has erected only
a few buildings on the parcel over the years.
Recently, the town board authorized Supervisor Con-
stance Smith to begin negotiations with Greystone for an
estimated $2.3 million. It's impressive that town taxpay-
ers authorized negotiations, realizing the importance of
land preservation — even though Wappinger will Iose
some tax revenues.
As Dutchess County continues to recover from a
severe economic setback about a decade ago, balance
must be maintained between. development and land
preservation. Open space generates numerous positive
attributes for a community. It provides a home for
wildlife, helps maintain an ecological balance and a
healthy environment for citizens.
2000 ACQUISITION GRANT PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND
ACQUISITION OF THE GREYSTONE PROPERTY
Wheeler Hill Road
Town of Wappinger
Dutchess County, New York
A. SUMMARY:
This application is being submitted by the Town of Wappinger for the purpose of acquiring
fee simple title to the 96.6E acres Greystone Property on Wheeler Hill Road, including five
(5) existing structures with a total gross floor area of 41,000± square feet. Acquisition of the
parcel is important to the Town because it will insure continued public access to the largest
remaining undeveloped Hudson River front property within the Town. Additionally,
acquisition of the property by the Town will satisfy both short and long term recreation
goals; preserve and protect the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural aspects of the parcel;
and prevent inappropriate use of the property.
B. OVERALL CONDITION:
The conclusions of an October 26`', 1998 report on the condition of the Greystone Buildings
prepared by Cerniglia & Swartz, P.E., Architects, Planners and Interior Designers, indicates
generally good condition for the onsite structures. Said report does indicate several
instances of dilapidation and/or disrepair, but these faults seem to be attributable more to age
and neglect rather than serious structural problems. The buildings were also inspected by
McGrath, Basciam & Associates, Inc. — Real Estate Appraisers & Counselors, who also
concluded that the buildings were in average to good condition. A copy of their July 7`h
1998 Report is enclosed herein.
Detailed information regarding the site's environmental sensitivity is included herein in the
Full Environmental Assessment Form prepared by Matthew D. Rudikoff Associates.
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C. NATURAL SCENIC RECREATION HISOTRICAL & CULTURAL RESOURCES:
Acquisition of the parcel by the Town will allow for protection of the natural and scenic
resources of the Town by insuring public ownership and access to the last remaining, large,
undeveloped parcel that offers unparalleled Hudson River views. The historical and cultural
significance of the property is unquestionable, as evidenced by the conclusions of the New
York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation . Specific criteria noted by
the State included:
• "Associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of
our history"
• "Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction."
• "The Greystone House is architecturally and historically significant as a representative
example of an Italianate style house that recalls the Hudson River Estates tradition of the
raid to late nineteenth century."
D. USAGE:
The subject property was originally part of a large Hudson River Estate, at one point referred
to as the Reeve's Mansion. The current use is as an intermediate care facility for the
developmentally disabled, operated by Greystone, Inc. The proposed future use is to
consolidate the multi -use recreational needs of the Town of Wappinger.
E. THREATS TO THE PROPERTY:
The immediate threat to the property is that development pressure will result in the parcel
being purchased by private concerns, thus eliminating forever public access to the last
remaining, large undeveloped parcel in the Town of Wappinger that offers unparalleled
Hudson River views. Additional Short and Long Term threats to the property include:
continued dilapidation of historic structures; loss of historic and cultural resources, and other
inappropriate uses.
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F. PUBLIC BENEFITS AND SUPPORT:
Acquisition of the subject property will allow the Town to consolidate it's current
recreational uses as well as allow for the future recreational needs of a growing Town.
Suggestions by the Town Recreation for immediate use of the property include: new senior
center; departmental office space; meeting rooms for activities; swimming pool; picnic
areas; walking trails; children's playground; teen center; and winter sports. Suggestions for
future use include: tennis courts, basketball courts; summer camp; town swimming pool;
camping shelters; small hole golf course.
G PLANNING:
The town is currently in the early stages of planning for this project. The availability of
Grant funds is likely to have a significant impact on the Town's willingness and ability to
complete the project.
Detailed information regarding the site's environmental sensitivity is included herein in the
Full Environmental Assessment Form prepared by Matthew D. Rudikoff Associates.
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Check Appropriate Category:
Check as appropriate: X New Applicant
X New Project
Name:
Mailing Address:
2000 APPLICATION
ACQUISITION
Environmental Protection Act of 1993
Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act of 1996
Either
APPLICANT
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
P.O. BOX 324, 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD
WAPPINGERS FALLS
State: NY Zip Code: 12590
Federal ID # 14-1605165 Charities Registration # N/A
Description:
Property or Historic Register Name:
Local Historic Designation:
Site Address:
State:
Minor Civil Division:
County:
Legislative Districts:
Program Type:
Pr$ject Type:
Acquisition Type:
ti�j�ii�auu�i n
(AGENCY USE OILY)
PR_ _ OJECT
ACQMSTTTON OF THF. GRFYSTONF PROPERTY
CARNWATH FARCES—STATE & NATIONAL HISTORIC REGISTER
WHEELER HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT
WHEELER HILL ROAD
WAPPINGERS FALLS
NY Zip Code: 12590
SOWN nF WAPPTNCFR _
DUTCHESS
Senate41 c�r Assembly 97TH
HON. S. SALAND HON. JOEL MILLER
_ Heritage Areas Historic Preservation �X__ Parks
g Acquisition _ Acquisition with Development
X Fee Simple Lease (25+ years) _ Easement
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AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL
Name: HON. CONSTANCE 0 SMITH, SUPERVISOR
TOWN OF WAPPINGER SUPERVISOR
Title:
Telephone #: (845) 297-2744
FAX #: (845) 297-4558
Business Address: P.O. BOX. 324,.20,.MIDDLEBUSH ROAD
WAPPINGERS FALLS NY
State: NY Zip Code: 12590
CONTACT
Name: HON. CONSTANCE 0. SMITH.
Title: TOWN OF WAPPINGER SUPERVISOR
Telephone #: (845) 297-2744
FAX #: (845) 297-4558
Business Address: P.O. BOX 324 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD
WAPPINGERS FALLS
State: NY Zip Code: 12590
BUDGET SUMMARY: (from Project Schedule)
Pre -Development Costs:
$
85,300
Acquisition Costs:
$
2,000,008
Construction Costs:
$
0
Administration:
$
PROJECT TOTAL:
$
2,085,300
GRANT REQUEST:
$
— 350,000
APPLICANT SHARE: $ 1,715,300
From which agencies are you currently requesting funding for projects at this location?
DUTCHESS COUNTY OPEN SPACE & FARMLAND PROTECTION MATCHING GRANT FUND
From which agencies have you received funding for projects at this location?
NONE
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Component
SEE FOLLOWING PAGE (3—A)
Subtotal:
PROJECT SCHEDULE
(Eligible project costs are listed on pages vii -viii)
Pre-develo ment
Completion Cost
$ 85,300.00
Acquisition
(Include the value of any property that will be donated or transferred from other purposes)
Description Acres Completion Cost
FEE SIMPLE ACQUISITION 99.6{ PENDING $2,000,000.00
Subtotal:
Component
Outdoor
Indoor
Ancillary
Subtotal:
Component
# of Units
Construction
Administration
Completion Cost
Completion Cost
Subtotal:
Total Project Cost:
$2,085,300.00
Attach a project narrative as described on Page ix
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3-A
PRE -DEVELOPMENT
COMPONENT
COMPLETION
COST
•
Phase I Environmental
Arpil, 2000
$
3,500.00
•
SEQRA
May, 2000
$
10,000.00
•
Title/Recording
June 2000
$
7,200.00
•
Legal
Ongoing
$
5,500.00
•
Engineering/Survey
May, 2000 (Ongoing)
$
3,800.00
•
Appraisal
July, 1998
$
2,500.00
•
Bond Advisor
June, 2000 (Ongoing)
$
10,000.00
•
Bond. Counsel
June 2000 (Ongoing)
$
9,000.00
•
Architecture
October, 1998
$
22,800.00
June' 2000
$
6,000.00
•
Moody's
$
5,000.00
•
MiscellaneousOngoing
TOTAL
$
85,300.00
3-A
APPLICANT SHARE AND SOURCES
(Eligible types of applicant share are listed on page viii)
Identify all funding for the project, whether eligible or ineligible as matching funds, according to source (Federal, State, non-
governmental), amount, kind (i.e., cash, force account, donations, real property, etc.) and date used, available or requested. Include all
funds or support in -hand, committed or anticipated for this project.
Please note any restrictions that may apply to any funds used as match.
Source: TOWN OF WAPPINGER TAX REVENUES
Source:
Amount: $ 1,755,300.00
Amount:
Kind:gP BONDS
Kind:
Date Used:. -
Date Used:
Date Available: AS - REQUIRED
Date Available:
Date Requested: AS REQUIRED
Date Requested:
Restrictions: NONE
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4
Memo
3o: Hon. Constance 4. Smith, Supervisor --Town of Wappinger
From: Peter J. Paggi
CC: Hon. Vincent Bettina, Councilman
Hon. Joseph Paoloni, Councilman
Hon. Joseph Ruggiero, Councilman
Hon. Robert Valdati, Councilman
Hon. Elaine Snowden
Albert P. Roberts, Esq.
Ralph Holt
Joseph E. Paggi, Jr., P.E.
Date: 10/05/99
Re: 1999 Acquisition Grants Program
Environmental Protection Act of 4993
Greystone Property
Comments:
OCT 0 6 1999
ELAINE SNOWDEN
TOWN CLERK
In an effort to determine the status of the above referenced project, I contacted Mr. Ron Rader of the
Taconic Region of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Mr. Rader informed
me that his office is still in the process of reviewing the applications, and that no decisions have been
rnade as of this date.
Mr. Rader stated that it was his understanding thatthe grant awards are scheduled to be announced by
the Governor's office sometime this Fall (possibly in November).
I will continue to monitor the status of the Town's application, and keep you informed of any progress
made.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions on the matter.
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PAGGI, MARTIN & DEL BENE LLP
Consulting Engineers & Land Surveyors
54-56 Main Street
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
914471-7898
914471-0905 (FAX)
August 9, 1999
New York State Office of
Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Taconic Region
Mills Mansion
Staatsburg, New York 12580
Attention: Mr. Ron Rader
Reference: 1999 Acquisition Grant Programs
Environmental Protection Act of 1993
Greystone Property
Town of Wappinger
Dutchess County
Dear Mr. Radar:
On behalf of the Town of Wappinger, please accept this letter as a formal request to
participate in the Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) 1999 Acquisition Grant
Program for the purchase of the Greystone Property located on Wheeler Hill Road in
the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County.
The Greystone property comprises 99.6± acres of land overlooking the Hudson River,
including five (5) buildings with a total gross floor area of 41,000± square feet. The
grant request is for fee simple acquisition of the land and buildings with the intent of
utilizing the parcel as a multi -use Town Park.
The fair market value of the parcel is $2,200,000. Pre -development costs of $22,500
and Administration costs of $27,500 make the total Project cost $2,250,000. The
proposal requests $350,000 from the Grant Program, with the remaining $1,900,000
being financed by the Town of Wappinger.
Enclosed please find five (5) sets of all required information as detailed in the EPF
Acquisition Grant Program instruction booklet, including:
1. Application Pages 1 — 4.
2. Project Narrative
3. 3" x 5" Photographs
4. US GS Location Map
5, Signed Authorization Resolution
6. Written Estimate of Fair Market Value
Joseph E. Pao, Jr., P.E. Ernst Martin, Jr- P.E., L.S. Charles R Del Bene. Jr.. P_E_
NYSOPR & HR - 2 - August 9, 1999
RE. Greystone Property/1999 Grant
7. January 2e, 1990 correspondence from the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation indicating an adjacent Significant Habitat area.
S. February 21st, 1990 correspondence from the New York State Office of Parks,
Recreation and Historic Preservation indicating eligibility of the property for
inclusion on the State/Nation Historic Register.
9. Please note the SEQR process has not been completed as of this date.
On behalf of the Town of Wappinger, we thank you for your consideration in this
matter, and we look forward to participating in the Program.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contract this office.
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
(IV <
Peter J. P ggi
Enclosure
cc: Hon. Constance 0. Smith, Supervisor
Hon. Vincent Bettina, Councilman
Hon Joseph Paoloni, Councilman
Hon. Joseph Ruggiero, Councilman
Han. Robert Valdati, Councilman
Hon. Elaine Snowden
Albert P. Roberts, Esq.
Ralph Holt
Joseph E. Paggi, Jr., P.E.
MUNICIPAL RESOLUTION
1999 ACQUISITION GRANT PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND
AND
CLEAN WATER/CLEAN AIR BOND ACT
I, Elaine Snowden, the duly elected and qualified Town Clerk of the Town of
Wappinger, New York, does hereby certify that the following resolution was adopted
at a regular meeting of the Town Board held on July 261999, and is incorporated in
the original minutes of said meeting and that said resolution has not been altered,
amended or revoked and is in full force and effect.
RESOLVED:
That Constance 0. Smith, as Supervisor of the Town of Wappinger, is hereby
authorized and directed to file an application by on behalf of the Town of Wappinger,
for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the Environmental
Protection Act of 1993 and/or Title 3 of the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act, in an
amount not to exceed $ 350,000 , and, upon approval of said request, to enter
into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the
Town of Wappinger for acquisition of the Greystone Property.
Date
July 27, 1999
Print Name: Elaine H. Snowden
Signature of Town Clerk: -�,IAbl
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MUNICIPAL RESOLUTION
1999 ACQUISITION GRANT PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND
AND
CLEAN WATER/CLEAN AIR BOND ACT
I, Elaine Snowden, the duly elected and qualified Town Clerk of the Town of
Wappinger, New York, does hereby certify that the following resolution was adopted
at a regular meeting of the Town Board held on. July 26 , 1999, and is incorporated in
the original minutes of said meeting and that said resolution has not been altered,
amended or revoked and is in full force and effect.
RESOLVED:
That Constance O. Smith, as Supervisor of the Town of Wappinger, is hereby
authorized and directed to file an application by on behalf of the Town of Wappinger,
for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the Environmental
Protection Act of 199; and/or Title 3 of the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act, in an
amount not to exceed $ , and, upon approval of said request, to enter
into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the
Town of Wappinger for acquisition of the Greystone Property.
Date: July 27, 1999
Print Name: Elaine H. Snowden
Signature of Town Clerk:
D&JAU_ Z"a6A.11-
Seal of Municipality
TOWN CLERK
ELAINE H. SNOWDEN
(414'9297-5771
MHOPWIZ,
TOWN M ERK'S OFFICE
20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD
P.O. BOX 324
WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590-0324
SUPERVISOR
CONSTANCE 0. SMITH
TOWN COUNCIL
VINCENT BETTINA
JOSEPH P. PAOLONI
JOSEPH RUGGIERO
ROBERT L. VALDATI
L Elaine H. Snowden, Clerk of the Town of Wappinger, Wappingers Falls,
New York do Hereby certify that the following resolution was adopted at a
Regular Meeting of the Town Board held the 26th day of July, 1999, and is on
file and of record, and that said resolution has not been altered, amended or
revoked and is in full force and effect.
RESOLVED, that Constance O. Smith, Supervisor of the Town of
Wappinger, Wappingers Falls, New York, is hereby authorized and directed
to file an application for funds from the Parks Development Grant in
accordance with the provisions of Title 3 of Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act
in an amount not to exceed the designated grant amount of $6,250.00, and
upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement
with the Parks Development Grant for such financial assistance to this
municipality of the Reese Park Development.
Town of Wappinger $6,250.00
Dated: July 26, 1.999
Elaine H. Snowden
Town Clerk
To: Elaine Snowden, Wappinger Town Clem
From. Peter J. Paggi
CC: Constance 0. Smith, Supervisor —Town of Wappinger
Date: 07/01/99
Re: Bond Act Resolutions
Comments -
Dear Mrs. Snowden:
Enclosed please find three (3) Resolutions authorizing Supervisor Smith to act as the designated Town
representative in seeking State funding for the following:
1) 1996 Clean Water/ Clean Air Bond Act — Water Quality Improvement Projects: This application is
for State Assistance Payments (matching grants) for the Phase 3A portion of the Wappinger
Transmission/ Treatment Improvement.
2) 1999 Hudson River Valley Greenway Grant Pro ram: This application is for State Assistance
Payments (matching grants) for the acquisition of the Greystone property.
3), 199.9 Agggisition Grant Program — Environmental Protection Fund: This application is also for
matching grants for the acquisition of the Greystone property.
The application deadline for all of these Programs is August 18, 1999. 1 would ask that you place all
three resolutions on the July Town Board agenda.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding the matter.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
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Check Appropriate Category:
Check as appropriate: X New Applicant
x_ New Project
Name:
Mailing Address:
State:
Federal ID �4-6002488
Application
(AGENCY USE ONLY)
1999 APPLICATION
ACQUISITION
% Fnvironmental Protection Act of 1993
Clean Water/CIean Air Bond Act of 1996
Either
APPLICANT
Town of Wappinger
P.O. Box 324, 20 Middlebush Road
Wappingers Falls
NY
Charities Re4isuation
N/A
Description:
Propertv or Historic Register Name:
Local Historic Designation:
Site Address:
Zip Code: 12590
,PR
Acquisition of the Greystone Property
NIA (State/National Register Eligible)
Formerly known as the Reeves Mansion
Wheeler Hill Road
Wappingers Falls
State:
i`IY Zio Code: 12590
Minor Civil Division: Town of Wappinger
County: Dut ch e s s
Legislative Districts: Senate4l st Assembly 97 th
Hon. S. Saland Hon. Joel Miller
Program Type: _ Heritage Areas — Historic Preservation _L_ Parks
Project Type: X Acquisition — Acquisition with Development
Acquisition Type: X Fee Simple _ Lease (25+ years) __._ Easement
1
Name:
Title:
Telephone #:
FAX #:
Business Address:
State:
Name:
Title:
Telephone #:
FAX #-
Business Address:
State:
AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL
Constance 0. Smith
Wappinger TownSupervisor
(914) 297 — 2744
(914) 297 — 4558
P.O. Box 324, 20 Middlebush Road
Wappingers Falls
NY Zip Code: 12590
CONTACT
Constance 0. Smith
Wappinger Town Supervisor
(914) 297 — 2744
(914) 297 — 4558
P.O..Box 324, 20 Middlebush Road
Wappingers Falls
Ny Zip Code: 12590
BUDGET SUMMARY: (from Project Schedule;
Pre -Development Costs: $ 22,500
Acquisition Costs: $2,200,000
Construction Costs: S 0
Administrption: S 27,500
PROJECT TOTAL: s2,250,000
GRANT REQUEST: S 350,000
APPLICANT SHARE: $1,900,000
Component
°Engineer/Architect Study
Subtotal:
PROJECT SCHEDULE
(Eligible project costs are listed on pages vii -viii)
Pre -development
Completion
ongoing
Acquisition
(Include the value of any property that will be donated or transferred from other purposes)
Description Acres Completion
'Acquisition of 99.6} acre 99.6± pending
parcel improved with five
buildings with a total gross
floor area of 41,000 ± sf
Subtotal:
Component = of Units
Outdoor N/A
Indoor N / A
Ancillary N/A
Construction
Subtotal:
Administration
Component
'Legal
'Environmental Testing
°Title Insurance
°Town Force Account Labor (Rec., Comptroller, etc)
Subtotal:
Total Project Cost:
Completion
Completion
ongoing
ongoing
ongoing
ongoing
Attach a project narrative as described on Page ix
3
Cost
$ 22,500
22,500
Cost
$ 2,200,000
2,200,000
Cost
0
Cost
$ 6,000
5,500
9,000
7,000
27,500
$ 2,250,000
APPLICANT SHARE AND SOURCES
(EIigible forms of applicant share are listed on page viii)
Identify all funding for the project, whether eligible or ineligible as matching funds, according to source (Federal. State. non-
,overnmental), amount, kind (i.e.. cash, force account, donations, real property, etc.) and date used, available or requested. Include aII
funds or support in -hand, committed or anticipated for this project.
Please note any restrictions that may apply to any funds used as match,
Source: Town of Wappingex Tax Revenues
Amount $ 1,900,000
Kind: Serial Bonds
Date Used:
N/A
Date Available:
Date Requested:
�Arequired
Restrictions:
None
Source:
Amount:
Kind:
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Appendix 4 -- Municipal Resolution
1996 Clean Water/ Clean Air Bond.Act -- Title 3 Section 56-0303
Water Quality Improvement Projects and
Environmental Protection Fund Article 17-14 Environmental Conservation Law;
Performance Partnership Grants Public Law 104-134
Nonagricultural Nonpoint Source Projects
Municipal Resolution
Resolution authorizing the items listed below pursuant to the Clean Water / Clean Air Bond Act
of 1996.
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger
(Legal Name of Municipality)
herein called the "Municipality", after thorough consideration of the various aspects of the
problem and study of available data, has hereby determined that certain work, as described in its
application and attachments, hereincalled the "Project", is desirable, is in the public interest, and
is required in order to implement the Project; and
WHEREAS, Article 56 of the Environmental Conservation Law authorizes State assistance to
municipalities for water quality improvement projects by means of a contract and the Municipality
deems it to be in the public interest and benefit under this law to enter into a contract therewith;
the Wappinger Town Board
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY
(Governing Body of Municipality)
1 That Constance 0. Smith, Town Supervisor
(Name and Title of Designated Authorized Representative)
or such person's successor in office, is the representative authorized to act in behalf of the
Municipality's governing body in all matters related to State assistance under ECL Article
56, Title 3. The representative is also authorized to make application, execute the State
Assistance Contract, submit Project documentation, and otherwise act for the
Municipality's governing body in all matters related to the Project and to State assistance;
2. That the Municipality agrees that it will fund its portion of the cost of the Project and that
funds will be available to initiate the Project's field work within twelve (12) months of
written approval of its application by the Department of Environmental Conservation;
3. That one (1) certified copy of this Resolution be prepared and sent to the Albany office of
the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation together with the
Application far State Assistance Payments;
4. That this Resolution take effect immediately.
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CERTIFICATE OF RECORDING OFFICER
That the attached Resolution is a true and correct copy of the Resolution, as regularly
adopted at a legally convened meeting of the Town of wappi ngPr _TnLm. B.aard
(Name of Governing Body of Applicant)
duly held on the 26th day of Juin , 1999 ;and further that such Resolution
has been fully recorded in the Town Board Minutes in my office.
(Title of Record Book)
In witness thereof, I have hereunto set my hand this 27th day of
July 1999
a',' -1� S"�"JU-
Signature of Recording Officer
If the Applicant has an Official Seal, Impress here.
Title of Recording Officer
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PAGGI, MARTIN & DEL BENE LLP
Consulting Engineers & Land Surveyors
56 Main Street
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
914-471-7898
914-471-0905 (FAX)
August 9, 2000
New York State Office of
Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Taconic Region
Mills Mansion
Staatsburg, New York 12580
Attention: Mr. Ron Rader
Reference: 2000 Acquisition Grant Programs
Environmental Protection Act of 1993
Greystone Property
Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County
Dear Mr, Radar:
On behalf of the Town of Wappinger, please accept this letter as a formal request to participate in the
Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) 2000 Acquisition Grant Program for the purchase of the
Greystone Property located on Wheeler Hill Road in the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County.
The Greystone property comprises 99.6=L acres of land overlooking the Hudson River, including five (5)
buildings with a total gross floor area of 41,000 square feet. The grant request is for fee simple
acquisition of the land and buildings with the intent of utilizing the parcel as a multi -use Town Park.
The fair market value of the parcel is $2,200,000. The fee simple purchase acquisition price is
$2,000,000.00. Pre -development costs of $85,300.00 make the total Project cost $2,085,300.00_ The
proposal requests $350,000 from the Grant Program, with the remaining $1,735,300.00 being financed
by the Town of Wappinger.
In accordance with Environmental Protection Finance guidelines, this application qualifies for fanding
priority due to its conformance with the following criteria:
• Applications that include documentation that will enable the prompt initiation ofproject work
upon the award of a grant. "
• `Projects using new or existing trails and open spaces to provide a connected corridor to open
space, or a linked greenbelt'.
• `Acquisition ofparkproperties remaining available that were the subject of an unfunded
application in a prior grant cycle. "
Enclosed please find five (5) sets of all required information as detailed in the EPF Acquisition Grant
Program instruction booklet, including.
1. Application Pages i — 4.
2. Project Narrative
3. 3" x 5" Photographs
4, USGS Location Map
5, Signed Authorization Resolution
6, Written Estimate of Fair Market Value
Joseph E_ Paggi, Jr., P.E. Ernst Martin, Jr, PE., L.S. Chrrles R. Del Bcne, Jr., aE.
NYSOPR & HR - 2 - August 9, 2000
RE: Greystone Property/2000 Grant
7. Documentation of readiness information —Contract of Sale, and Bond Resolution,
8. Full Environmental Assessment Form - May 2000: "Town of Wappinger Purchase Acquisition
of Greystone Property" as prepared by Matthew D. Rudikoff Associates.
9. Dutchess County Open Space & Agricultural Protection Matching Grant Fund Application,
dated July 13', 2000.
On behalf of the Town of Wappinger, we thank you for your consideration in this matter, and we look
forward to participating in the Program.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contract this office_
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Peter J. Pa
Enclosure
cc: Hon. Constance O. Smith, Supervisor
Hon. Vincent Bettina, Councilman
Hon, Joseph Paoloru, Councilman
Hon. Joseph Ruggiero, Councilman
Hon_ Robert VaIdati, Councilman
Hon. Elaine Snowden
Albert P. Roberts, Esq.
Ralph Holt
Joseph E. Paggi, Jr., P.E.