1990-01-22 RGMAGENDA
TOWN BOARD
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
JANUARY 22, 1990
1. SUPERVISOR CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
3. ACCEPT MINUTES �lt�,��i ��' '
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4. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: Town Justices Bldg. Insp. Zng. Adm.
Hydrant report Sup/Compt.
5. PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
a. Peter Marlow, D.Co. Health Dept., response to Mid Hudson Chinese
Christian Church request to use their own Wells
b. T/LaGrange notice of Public Hearing on Amendments to Zng. Map
c. U.S. Cablevision Corp. re: application to renew Franchise
Agreement (10 Yr. renewal of existing agreement)
d. H. Levenson request to attend Codes School either 2/27-2/28 or
3/1-3/2
e. Highway Supt. Correspondence Re: CHIPS program
f. J. Paggi, Eng. to Twn, correspondence re: (1) Status of Hilltop,
Rockingham & Tall Trees Water systems; (2)Spring Terrace, Sect. I
(3) North Wapp. Water Dist. re: "Special Conditions" & notation
on outstanding water areas; (4) Lopez Drainage; (5) Proposed
intersection Traffic Signs for HiView & Valley Roads
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS
7. RESOLUTIONS
a. Establishing Pay Scale for Vandalism Patrol
b. Establish Salary for Dog Control Officer
c. Appointment of Conservation Advisor Council members w/ Cr'ha�(Qw,
d. Appoint Board of Ethics
e. Appoint Clerk to the Reciever of Taxes
f. Designate Insurance Agent
g. Authorize Supervisor to sign Agreement/Contract with Sedore,
O'Sullivan & Letterio.
h. Approve Dial -a -Ride Contract & Authorize Supervisor to Sign
i. Zoning Board of Appeals Member, Michael Hirkala, term expires 2/1/ 0
j. Accept Bond from Satellite Investments (Performance (Surety) Bond)
k. Highway Supt. requests permission to go to bid for Rd. Aggregates,
Fuel Oil, etc. and a 4x4 Truck w/Plow & Sander equipment.
1. Requests from: (1)Wm Hannon (Norman Ct.); (2) Richard Hochmuth
(Schuele Dr.); H. Levenson for H. Red1 (NAPA Auto Parts, Old Rt 9)
and Zvi Segal (lot 45, Sherwood Heights) for return of Escrow
being held by Town
M. Zvi Segal requests return of $2,700 in escrow for Drainage problem
(Lot 66 & re: Parsons)
n. Consider submission of Project to County Consortium (CD) Program
o. Appoint Interum/Acting Superintendent of Highways (to 12/31/90)
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Michael Takaes re: requesting water service from CWWIA for
Capparelli/Tosto Lot, All Angels Hill Rd.
9. NEW BUSINESS
10. ADJOURNMENT
REMINDER: TRI -MUNICIPAL SCOPING SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger was
held on January 22, 1990 at the Toen Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Town
of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York.
Supervisor Smith opened the Meeting at 7:50 P.M.
Present:
Constance Smith, Supervisor
Victor Fanuele, Councilman
Joseph Incoronato, Councilman
Robert Valdati, Councilman
June Visconti, Councilwoman
Elaine H. Snowden, Town Clerk
Others Present:
Albert Roberts, Attorney
Joseph E. Paggi, Jr., Engineer
Herbert Levenson Zng. Adm.
The Supervisor asked those present to join in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 4, 1989, Special Meetings
of December 12 and December 26, 1989, Year End Meeting of December 28,
1989 and the Reorganizational Meeting of January 2, 1990, having been
forwarded to all Board Members, were placed before them for their
consideration.
MRS. VISCONTI moved that the above stated Minutes be and they are
hereby approved, as submitted by the Town Clerk.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Reports were received from the Town Justices for November and December;
Zoning Administrator for November, Building Inspector for December and
the Hydrant Report for December.
MR. VALDATI moved to accept the above stated Reports and place them on
file.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Petitions & Communications ---
In response to our letter to the Dutchess County Health Department
relative to a request from the Mid -Hudson Chinese Christian Church to
utilize their existing well rather than tie into CWWIA due to the
expense, Mr. Marlow indicated that it was their opinion that the
property should be connected to Town facilities if they are within
the boundaries of that Area.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to refer this matter to a work shop meeting for
further discussion.
Seconded by Mrs. Smith
Motion Unanimously Carried
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Notice was received from the Town of LaGrange of a Public Hearing
on Planned Development on January 24, 1990 at 8:00 P.M. at the Town
Hall of LaGrange.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the Notice of Public Hearing and place
it on file.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Correspondence was received from U.S. Cablevision Corp. regarding
renewal of the Franchise Agreement which will expire on June 21, 1990.
Mrs. Smith spoke to Mr. Cortellino, Chairman of the Cable Committee
and advised him she would like to schedule a work shop to discuss
this matter and familiarize the new Board Members with the pros and
cons of the present Agreement.
MRS. SMITH moved to refer this item to a work shop meeting.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
A request was received from Mr. Levenson to attend Codes School at
Pomona, New York either on February 27 & 28, or March 1 & 2, 1990,
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depending on the notification he receives from the Code Administrator.
MR. VALDATI moved to grant permission to Mr. Levenson to attend the
Codes School on the designated dates and all legitimate expenses will
be a Town charge.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
A letter was received from the Highway Superintendent requesting that
the balance of $1,142.39 in the CHIPS program, remain in its present
account #02-01-5112.4.
MR. INCORONATO moved to keep the balance of $1,142.39 in the CHIPS
Program remain in Account #02-01-5112.4.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Several reports were received from the Engineer to the Town which, in
most cases, just required acceptance by the Board at this point pending
further information and action. These included: Status of Hilltop,
Rockingham & Tall Trees Water Systems; Spring Terrace Section 1;
North Wappinger Water District re "Special Conditions" and notation
on outstanding water areas, and Lopez Drainage.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the above reports from the Engineer
and place them on file.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
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The last report referenced traffic signs at the intersection of Hiview
and Valley Roads; Mr. Paggi explained that they had done a survey to
determine the extent of clearing necessary to allow for the proper
sight distance at that intersection with the intent to place a Stop
Sign at that location, at the request of the area residents. He has
conferred with Mr. Thomas Kane, a.res.ident who would be impacted by
the sight distance, regarding which trees would have to be removed
and now recommends that a work shop be held with Mr. Kane and get his
opinion on the tree removal.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to refer this matter to a work shop meeting.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Supervisor Smith welcomed Boy Scout Troop #12 who were present at
the meeting as part of the requirements for them to earn a Merit
Badge for Citizenship in the Community. She then introduced the
Attorney to the Town, Al Roberts, the Engineer to the Town, Jay Paggi
and the Zoning Administrator, Herb Levenson.
Committee Reports ---
Mr. Fanuele, Data Process, reported that two graduate students from
Marist College were doing a study and so far have talked to the
Town Clerk, Mrs. Snowden and to Herb Levenson, Zoning Administrator
and intend to continue their interviews with other departments. He, too
has talked to some departments and feels that they should form a group
for those interested since there are problems within the systems and
discussions within a group could help; he added that people do need
education on computers, they do not really understand them.
Mr. Incoronato, Finance, reported that he had looked over the Telephone
Bill in the amount of $1,400 and recommended that the Comptroller check
Mr. Valdati remarked that the Town
has several drainage
complaints
and probable projects pending and
felt that they should
consider them.
Mrs. Smith had compiled a list of
all drainage problems
and has
scheduled a work shop in March for
their discussion and
determination.
The last report referenced traffic signs at the intersection of Hiview
and Valley Roads; Mr. Paggi explained that they had done a survey to
determine the extent of clearing necessary to allow for the proper
sight distance at that intersection with the intent to place a Stop
Sign at that location, at the request of the area residents. He has
conferred with Mr. Thomas Kane, a.res.ident who would be impacted by
the sight distance, regarding which trees would have to be removed
and now recommends that a work shop be held with Mr. Kane and get his
opinion on the tree removal.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to refer this matter to a work shop meeting.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Supervisor Smith welcomed Boy Scout Troop #12 who were present at
the meeting as part of the requirements for them to earn a Merit
Badge for Citizenship in the Community. She then introduced the
Attorney to the Town, Al Roberts, the Engineer to the Town, Jay Paggi
and the Zoning Administrator, Herb Levenson.
Committee Reports ---
Mr. Fanuele, Data Process, reported that two graduate students from
Marist College were doing a study and so far have talked to the
Town Clerk, Mrs. Snowden and to Herb Levenson, Zoning Administrator
and intend to continue their interviews with other departments. He, too
has talked to some departments and feels that they should form a group
for those interested since there are problems within the systems and
discussions within a group could help; he added that people do need
education on computers, they do not really understand them.
Mr. Incoronato, Finance, reported that he had looked over the Telephone
Bill in the amount of $1,400 and recommended that the Comptroller check
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the calls to determine if they are personal ones. He thought the
amount was incredible and mentioned that some night calls had been made.
Mr. Valdati, Drainage, spoke, of the many problems that have existed
for more than two years and felt it was very necessary for the Town
to complete the projects as soon as possible.
Mr. Valdati, Recycle, contacted the American Paper Company who will
share their expertise with us and forward us a kit on the implementation
of a program in the Town in areas of paper, bulk trash, glass and metals.
For the benefit of the public who are not aware of recycling at the
Highway Department, Mr. Valdati mentioned that the Boy Scouts were
conducting a newspaper recycling program on Saturday Mornings at the
same time our Refuse Disposal Program is open. There was a problem
with the trailer last week due to the heavy weight of the papers and
although the Highway tried to put it back on its feet they were not
successful; the Director hopes that another trailer will be in place
by next week.
Mrs. Visconti, Highway, did not actually have a report but she did
stop at the Office and introduce herself. She also commended them
for the great job they did over the weekend, especially in front of
her house.
Resolutions ---
Mrs. Smith scratched Item 7o, Appointing Interim/Acting Superintendent
of Highways since she expected to have additional interviews for this
position. She set a Special Meeting for January 29, 1990 at 7:30 P.M.
for the purpose of acting on this Resolution. The interviews would be
conducted prior to the meeting on that night.
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING
PAY SCALE FOR PART TIME
VANDALISM PATROL PERSONNEL
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who moved
its adoption:
RESOLVED, that the pay scale for Part -Time Town of Wappinger
Vandalism Patrol Personnel engaged to perform certain services for
the protection of Town parks, various other Town properties and
performance of other such duties as may be assigned by the Town
Board of the Town, be and the same hereby is fixed and established
at a maximum hourly rate of $15.00 per hour, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all of such part-time Town of
Wappinger Vandalism Patrol Personnel engaged on an hourly basis
shall be paid every other Friday throughout the year 1990, with
the first payday to be January 5, 1990.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes Councilman Incoronato---Nay
Mr. Incoronato objected to this rate as he felt the budget amount
would not be sufficient. He indicated that Carl Amburgey, Chief of
this Patrol informed him that he puts in 60 hours a week and during
the summer they put in additional hours. He added that in comparison
to the Village of Wappingers Falls, this rate seems somewhat excessive.
It appears that we are stuck with that rate because we are hiring
Deputies of the Sheriff Department. Mr. Valdati clarified that Mr.
Incoronato referred to the pay of the Police Department vs. the Town
Vandalism Patrol and pointed out that we do not have to provide other
items, such as a base station, benefits that would be paid to this
personnel if they were full time employees of the Town. Further questions
were asked about their take home pay, etc., and Mrs. Smith pointed out
that the Board did have a work shop on this subject and these questions
should have come up at that time. The vote on the Resolution was then
taken and Mr. Fanuele was against it until he received an answer on
the net pay; Mr. Incoronato felt they could do better if they contracted
with the Village or Fishkill Police, so he therefore voted Nay.
The Resolution for the salary of the Dog Control Officer was tabled
at the Reorganizational Meeting for further discussion and was again
placed before the Board for their consideration.
MR. INCORONATO moved to set an annual salary for the Dog Control
Officer at $7,500.00.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Mr. Valdati suggested that the Board meet with the Dog Control Officer
in the near future to discuss dog enumeration procedures which will
supply revenue to the Town and an up to date statistic on the number
of dogs in the Town.
The next Resolution was the appointment of members for the Conservation
Advisory Council. There are presently two members on the Council whose
terms expire in June of 1990, namely Cathy Paredes and Florence Graff.
Any additional members appointed will also have terms that will expire
in June of 1990 and at that time, all appointments will be for a two
year term.
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The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI who
moved its adoption:
RESOLVED, that Roy Andren, Robert Wallace, Mario Verna and
Ralph Nenni, be and they are hereby appointed as members of the
Town of Wappinger Conservation Advisory Council to fill the
vacancies that exist on that Council, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the terms of the aforementioned
members of the Conservation Advisory Council shall expire in June
of 1990.
Seconded by: Councilman Incoronato
Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
SUPERVISOR SMITH moved to appoint Florence Graff as Chairperson of
the Town of Wappinger Conservation Advisory Council for the year 1990.
Seconded by Councilman Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
At the Reorganizational Meeting, three Councilpeople tabled their
appointment to the Board of Ethics. They were asked if they had
names to forward at this time.
Councilman Fanuele offered the name of --------------Frank Lucas
Councilwoman Visconti offered the name of -----------Robert Rahemba
Councilman Valdati asked to table his appointment since the person
he planned to designate for the Board was out of Town on vacation
and he wanted to confirm it before he acted.
The Board also tabled the next Resolution at the Reorganizational
Meeting regarding an appointment of a Clerk for the Receiver of Taxes.
RESOLUTION APPOINTING A
CLERK TO THE RECEIVER OF TAXES
The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI who
moved its adoption:
RESOLVED, that Nancy Schinella be and she hereby is appointed
to serve as Clerk to the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments in the
Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the annual salary for the Clerk
to the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments in the Town of Wappinger
be and the same hereby is fixed and established at the annual rate
of $12,000.00, to be paid every other Friday throughout the year 1990,
with the first payday to be January 5, 1990.
Seconded by: Councilman Valdati
Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
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The designation of an insurance agent for the Town was tabled at
the Reorganizational Meeting and again placed before the Board for
their consideration.
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
INSURANCE AGENT FOR
TOWN OF WAPPINGER
The following Resolution was offered by SUPERVISOR SMITH who moved
its adoption:
RESOLVED, that Marshall & Sterling, Inc., a general insurance
agent doing business in the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County,
New York, be and it hereby is designated as the Insurance Agent
for this Town.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
The Accounting Firm of Sedore, O'Sullivan & Letterio was previously
designated by the Town Board to audit the Accounts of the Supervisor,
Town Clerk and Town Justices for the year 1989, however, it was also
required that the Supervisor be authorized to sign a Contract with this
firm.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Supervisor to sign the Contract
with the Accounting Firm of Sedore, O'Sullivan & Letterio for these
services.
Seconded by: Mr. Fanuele
Roll Call Vote: 4 Ayes Mr. Incoronato---Nay
Mr. Incoronato asked for a discussion and noted that this firm did
the books for Tri -Municipal, so how would they keep the books straight
for the Town when we are involved with Tri -Municipal. Although the
Supervisor felt that this firm could handle the books of many companies,
Mr. Incoronato did not agree, under these circumstances; he also was
of the opinion that these services should go to competitive bidding.
It presented a conflict of interest and he could not see how the Board
could vote in favor of this firm. The Attorney did not see any conflict
as long as they are only approving receipts and expenditures on fund
by fund balance; he saw no problem, on the surface.
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MRS. VISCONTI moved to approve the Dial -O -Ride Contract and authorize
the Supervisor to sign said Contract.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
A vacancy will exist on the Zoning Board of Appeals when the term
of Michael Hirkala expires on February 1, 1990.
The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI who
moved its adoption:
RESOLVED, that Michael Hirkala be and he hereby is reappointed
as a member of the Town of Wappinger Zoning Board of Appeals to fill
the vacancy created by the expiration of his term, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the term of Michael Hirkala on the
said Zoning Board of Appeals shall be for five years, expiring on
February 1st, 1995.
Seconded by: Councilman Incoronato
Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
COUNCILWOMAN VISCONTI moved to appoint Michael Hirkala as Chairman of
the Town of Wappinger Zoning Board of Appeals for the Year 1990.
Seconded by Councilman Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
A Performance Bond was submitted by Frank Buyokowski of Satellite
Investments for a four lot Subdivision on Route 376.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to accept the Performance (Surety) Bond in a form
acceptable to the Attorney to the Town.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
There was also a contract to be signed by the Supervisor which was
requested by the Planning Board requiring 28 acres to be deeded to
the Town. The document was delivered to the Attorney's Office and
he stated that it was in conformity with the negotiations they had
with the Planning Board last week and he approved the document. It
requires signing by both the Town Board and the Planning Board.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Supervisor to sign the contract,
as approved by the Attorney to the Town, relating to Satellite
Investments.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
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The Highway Superintendent requested permission from the Town Board
to go to bid on highway materials for the winter season, gasoline,
diesel fuel, tires & tubes, also a 4 x 4 truck with plow equipment
and sander controls.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to allow the Highway Superintendent to go to
bid for the materials and truck, as requested.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
Requests were received for return of escrow funds from the following:
William Hannon, $750.00 for landscaping, Richard Hochmuth, $250.00
driveway, H. Redl, NAPA Auto Parts Store, $4,695.00 curbing and
landscaping, Zvi Segal, Lot 45, Sherwood Heights, $1,200.00 various
improvements. All required procedure for the release of these escrows
had been followed.
MR. VALDATI moved to release the escrow accounts to Mr. Hannon,
Mr. Hochmuth, Mr. Redl and Mr. Segal, as specified.and recommended
by the respective Town Official.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
At the December 4th, 1989 Town Board meeting, the Board Members
approved release of $2,750 to Zvi Segal for Lot 66, Sherwood Heights,
conditional upon receipt of a survey map showing that the
drainage pipes that were installed to complete the project were either
on Segal's lands or the County property. A report was received from
the Engineer indicating that the map which he enclosed showed that
the pipes were entirely within the County right-of-way or Lands of
66 Sherwood Heights and this was certified to the Town. He, therefore
recommended the return of the drainage escrow to Mr. Segal. He added
that the developer has done the work he has promised to do and he feels
it would preclude the runoff that emanates from Sherwood Heights
Subdivision, specifically Lot 66; there could be other waters running
on to Parson property but it will take the water from Lot 66, channel
it into the pipes and down to the County system.
MRS. SMITH moved to release the $2,750.00 drainage escrow to Mr. Segal
for Lot 66, Sherwood Heights, at the recommendation of the Engineer
to the Town.
Seconded by Mr. Incoronato
Motion Unanimously Carried
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A work shop was held by the Town Board on January 8, 1990 for
discussion of the application for the Dutchess County Consortium
program; a public information meeting was held on January 16, 1990
for those interested in commenting on the projects the Town Board
would submit for funding.
COUNCILMAN VALDATI moved to submit the following projects to the
Dutchess County Consortium Community Development Funds to be
considered for funding for the Town of Wappinger:
$ 50,000.00 Affordable Housing
24,000.00 Senior Citizen Program
22,000.00 Castle Point Landfill
68,000.00 Sucich Drainage Project
298,000.00 Ketchamtown Road Drainage Project
13,816.00 Dial -O -Ride
$ 475,816.00 Total Cost
Seconded by: Councilwoman Visconti
Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
Mr. Valdati noted that the drainage items that he asked to be
included had to satisfy the requirement that it impacted Town Roads
to qualify for these monies. All drainage projects could not be
applied for under this circumstance, however, if work we must do
can be helped along by funding from the CD funds, it will free money
that we can use for the other projects and take the burden off of our
budget, so we can handle more of our own drainage problems here in the
Town.
Mr. Incoronato requested that $13,816.00 for Dial -O -Ride be added
to the original items presented by the Board.
Supervisor Smith offered the following Resolution in honor of our
departed Highway Superintendent, Kenneth Croshier:
WHEREAS, Kenneth Croshier was a dedicated employee of the
Town of Wappinger for thirty-seven years, and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Croshier has been Highway Superintendent
since 1983, and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Croshier has been a highly regarded and
respected member of our community for many years, and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Croshier has been a highly caring, dedicated
living contribution to our Town, and
WHEREAS, Ken was always there whenever his constituents needed
him,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT -RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town
of Wappinger expresses its profound sorrow on the untimely passing
of Kenneth Croshier on January 10, 1990.
This was seconded by Councilman Valdati and unanimously carried.
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In reference to work planned for the Oakwood Knolls plant, Mr.
Paggi spoke of a compliance conference attended last Friday by himself,
the Supervisor, with representatives of the D.E.C., at White Plains;
the minutes of this meeting will be forthcoming from the Engineer.
As a result, there will be an Administrative Consent Order forthcoming
from D.E.C. stating certain dates that the Town will have to meet to
perform specific work. This work involves infiltration control within
the sewer district, including the Kent Road easement and various other
streets, etc. The work is scheduled to have final plan submission on
or before April 1, 1990, contract signing on or before July 1, 1990
and completion on or before October or November 1st, 1990, a specific
date to be included in the Consent Order.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to authorize the Engineer to prepare the Map, Plan
and Report for the Oakwood Sewer Plant including Kent Road easement,
per the Administrative Consent Order issued by the D.E.C.
Seconded by Mrs. Smith
Motion Unanimously Carried
MRS. SMITH moved to authorize the Attorney to the Town to arrange
for bonding for this project in the amount of $425,000.00.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
Unfinished Business ---
A second letter was received from Michael Takacs with Gray, Railing
& Heinsman regarding water service from CWWIA for Lands of Capparelli
& Tosto. The Board had addressed his first request and advised him
that the Engineer required additional information such as the date
of the formation of this lot, the actual cost of tying into the
district, etc. No response was received from Mr. Takacs and the
Engineer reiterated his request for the information and when that is
received, he will discuss the matter further.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to table action pending receipt of the information
required by the Engineer.
Seconded by Mrs. Smith
Motion Unanimously Carried
Our Building Inspector, Tim Classey, had requested that upright
handicap parking signs be placed in the Town Hall parking lot in
order that they may be clearly seen and Mr. Classey can enforce the
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law if there are violators. As it is now, the painted signs on the
blacktop are not always visible.
MRS. SMITH moved to request the Highway Department to install the
handicap signs for no parking, as requested by the Building Inspector.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
A request was received from the Zoning Administrator for the release 61
of $4,825.00 for engineering and consulting fees. The site plan has
been approved, all proper documents received and the release has
been recommended by the Zoning Administrator to Wilson Excavators, Inc.
MRS. SMITH moved to release the escrow account in the amount of
$4,825.00 to Wilson Excavators, as recommended by the Zoning Administrator.
Seconded by Mrs. Visconti
Motion Unanimously Carried
New Business ---
Mr. Fanuele requested information on where monies were taken from
which involved expenses on Tri -Municipal. The sum of $152,000 has
already been allocated toward a study and he asked how much more
money has been expended. Mrs. Smith said she would research this
with the Comptroller and provide that information to him when she
had it available.
Mr. Gene Mentzger, Pine Ridge Drive, was recognized by the Chair and
had complaints on the Dog Control Ordinance and enforcement; he has
had a problem for over 2J years and has received no cooperation from
the previous Dog Control Officer and no response from the Supervisor
when he brought this situation to her attention. After a year of
harrassment from the area dogs, the owner plead guilty in court, was
given a $25.00 fine and told not to let it happen again. This, he
felt, was a slap on the wrist and he told the Board that there should
be a minimum fine of a much higher amount, also a higher maximum fine.
This is telling him that the Dog Warden was not doing his job and
noone was managing this person to make sure he does do his job, so
basically the Town government has failed. Mr. Mentzger continued
his discussion on his problems with the Dog Warden and recommended
that the Officials should have control of this problem and act
accordingly.
Mrs. Smith explained that there was a new administration and she will
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always be available to speak to the residents. The Dog Warden
he spoke of is no longer employed by the Town and a new one has
been appointed. Our Dog Control Officer is Ann Marie Buck and she
can be reached at 297-0605. Mr. Mentzger mentioned that he would
like to see the same with zoning violations; when the Town receives
them they should be checked, too and they should inform the person
who registered the complaint what the outcome was. Mrs. Smith
thanked the resident for bringing this to the attention of the Board
and she felt the problems with the Dog Officer would soon be under
control.
Mr. Incoronato asked if a legal opinion had been received from the
former Attorney to the Town regarding the status of the Zoning
Ordinance Amendments. The present Attorney, Albert Roberts said he
had discussed this with Mr. Wood who had just received the transcripts
of the Minutes of the December 14, 1989 Meeting, when the vote was
taken on the Zoning Ordinance Amendments and he would get back to him
with his legal opinion after he has reviewed the transcript. Mr.
Incoronato referred to the Minutes of this Meeting which he had
reviewed, noted the procedures followed by the Town Board in regard
to their votes on the eight modifications outlined by the Dutchess
County Planning Department and stated that he felt they had voted
properly and the Town had a valid Zoning Ordinance. There was a
brief discussion regarding the action taken by the Town Board at a
previous meeting when they voted to comply with the Zoning Ordinance
that was in place prior to the public hearing. Although they were
criticized for this action, Mrs. Smith said their motion would remain
until they receive an opinion and direction from the Attorney to the
Town.
Richard Tallman, 22 Roberts Road, referred to a drainage problem
at Spook Hill Road near the recreation area and requested that the
Engineer visit the site to see what can be done to alleviate it.
It now appears to be a pond or ice skating rink depending on the
season. It is Town property and does need attention.
MR. INCORONATO moved to authorize the Engineer to check into this
drainage problem and report to the Board.
Seconded by Mr. Valdati
Motion Unanimously Carried
Mr. Valdati thought that the Highway Department could possibly do
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some grading in that area to correct the drainage.
Supervisor Smith recognized Wappinger County Legislator, Gordon Hirt
who reported that a Public Informational Meeting would be held on
the Dutchess County Airport Obstruction Removal Draft Environmental
Impact Statement at the Wappinger Town Hall on January 30, 1990 at
7:00 P.M. for those interested to learn what the D.E.I.S contains
and make whatever comments and/or questions regarding this issue.
He emphasized that it was not a Public Hearing and the date and time
of this will be set in the near future. The second Public Hearing
regarding the Airport has to do with the car rental company at the
Airport and that will be held at the County Office Building at 3:30 P.M.
on February 13, 1990.
There was no other business to come before the Board.
MRS. VISCONTI moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Incoronato
and unanimously carried.
Elaine H. Snowden
Town Clerk
Reg. Mtg. 1/22/90