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1979-12-28 RGM1 AGENDA TOWN BOARD TOWN OF WAPPINGER ANNUAL YEAR END MEETING DECEMBER 28, 1979 113 1. SUPERVISOR CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. Year End Transfers of accounts 4. Encumbrances 5. Accept Draft Environmental Impact Statement w/Resolution 6. Consider Camo'Pollution Control, Inc. Contract for 1980 7. Communication from John Kloepfer re: Antennae for Sloper 8. Disanza & McCann dangereous curve Corners Rd. 9. Adjournment letter requesting action in relieving at intersection of Spook Hill Rd. & Myers J 114 The Annual Year End Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger was held on December 28th, 1979, at 4:30 P.M. at the Town Hall, Mill Street, Village of Wappingers Falls, New York. Supervisor Diehl opened the meeting at 4:46 P.M. Present: Louis Diehl, Supervisor Leif Jensen, Councilman Nicholas Johnson, Councilman Bernice Mills, Councilwoman Janet Reilly, Councilwoman Elaine Snowden, Town Clerk The following transfers were requested by the Comptroller: A1010.4 Town Board Contractual to A1110.4 Justice Contractual $800.00 A1010.4 Town Board Contractual to A1420.4 Attorney, Tax Review Cases, $1,400.00, A1010.4 Town Board Contractual to A1650.4 Central Communications $1,400.00, A9055.8, Disability Insurance to A9040.8 Workmens Compensation, $402.00, B9050.8 Unemployment Insurance to B9030.8 Social Security, $3,000.00 and B9050.8 Unemployment Insurance to B9040.8 Workmens Compensation $953.00. SUPERVISOR DIEHL moved that the transfers be approved, as requested by the Comptroller. Seconded by Mrs. Reilly Motion Unanimously Carried MR. JENSEN moved to approve the encumbered amounts as submitted by the Comptroller in memo dated December 28, 1979. Seconded by Mrs. Reilly Motion Unanimously Carried The following Resolution was offered by COUNCILMAN JOHNSON who moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger Town Board has been duly deliberating over the adoption of a comprehensive revision to its zoning ordinance, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on said revision to the zoning ordinance on or about the 26th day of June, 1979, and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the State Environ- mental Quality Review Act and its applicable regulations the Town Board has caused to be prepared a draft environmental impact statement with respect to the same, and WHEREAS, such proposed draft environmental impact statement has been tendered to the Town by the organization which prepared 1 1 5the same, namely Ecolsciences, Inc., and WHEREAS, the contents of the same substantially conform to the requirements of 6 NYCRR, Part 617, NOW, THEREFORE, upon the motion of Councilperson Johnson seconded by Couricilperson Reilly, BE IT RESOLVED that the draft environmental impact statement prepared by Ecolsciences, Inc. dated December, 1979 be and is hereby accepted as the draft environmental impact statement for the proposed 1979 comprehensive revision to the zoning ordinance of the Town of Wappinger, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all written comments with respect to the draft environmental impact statement be submitted to the Town Clerk of the Town of Wappinger on or before February 4, 1980, and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk cause publication of a notice advising the public of their right to comment as heretofore provided. Roll Call Vote: 5 Ayes 0 Nays A Contract for the operation and maintenance of the water and sewer districts was submitted to the Town Board by Camo Pollution Control, Inc. The term of the contract would be for three years, the contract amount for 1980 being $166,728.00 Mr. Diehl explained that before acting on this contract, the Attorney and Engineer to the Town would have to approve the language. The approval of the Board would also be. subject to revisibns stated in Camo's letter dated December 26, 1979, reducing the figures for the Ardmore and Fleetwood Water Districts. This reduction would also alter the total sum for 1980 bringing that amount down to $161,670.00. Another factor in this letter to be considered by the Board would be a monthly payment of $60.00 to the Town for the use of lab facilities at Oakwood by Camo Pollution Control, Inc., for outside work. Mr. Diehl noted that the contract contained an 11% escalating clause for the second and third year, and asked the Board if they had any objection to that. Mrs. Reilly felt that 11% was a fair percentage, since the national level rise was up to nearly 12%; the contract should read "not to exceed 11%". The other members of the Board concurred with Mrs. Reilly. MR. JOHNSON moved that the three year contract presented by Camo Pollution Control, Inc., in the amount of $161,670.00 for 1980, be accepted;` subject to approval by the Attorney and Engineer to the Town of the language of the contract, and the stipulations contained in Camo's letter to Mr. Diehl dated December 26, 1979, and further that the escalating clause for the second and third year of said contract, should -read 9not to exceed 11%". 3 1 should read "not to exceed 11/0". Seconded by Mrs. Reilly 116 Motion Unanimously Carried MR. JOHNSON moved to authorize the Supervisor to sign the contract with Camo Pollution Control, Inc. for operation and maintenance of the water and sewer districts in the Town of Wappinger, upon receipt of the approval of the Attorney and Engineer to the Town of the language contained in the contract. Seconded by Mr. Jensen Motion Unanimously Carried A letter was received from John Kloepfer, Chief of Sloper-Willen Ambulance Service, Inc. regarding the Town's concern about dete- rioratin to the Town water tank which could result from their proposed antenna installation. He enclosed a favorable report from Mr. Peter Olson, Chief Engineer at New York Communications Company who stated that this installation would not cause any electro chemical abnormalities. Mr. Jensen felt_ the Board should have consulted Camo Pollution Control to make sure the location did not interfere with their operation. MR. JENSEN moved that Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service Inc. be given permission to install a radio antenna on the Rocking- ham tower subject to approval of Camo Pollution Control in order that the location of the antenna does not interfere with their operation and maintenance of the water and sewer districts of the Town. Seconded by Mr. Johnson Motion Unanimously Carried Mr. Tino Disanza and Mr. Leon McCann of 66 Myers Corners Road petitioned the Board to help correct the dangerous situation that existed at their intersection (Spook Hill Road and Myers Corners Road). They have lived at this location for approximately 42 years and cited a number of accidents that had occurred at this intersection since March of 1961, and the most recent one resulted in a fatality. The curve at this intersection, in their opinion, was causing these accidents, and they felt the road should be straightened so there would be complete visability of traffic in both directions. They suggested a stop light be installed as a ;111(71 temporary measure until the alteration of the roadway would be completed. The letter was copied to James Spratt, Commissioner of Dutchess County Department of Public Works, the four County Legislators from Wappinger and County Executive Lucille Pattison. MR. DIEHL moved that this matter be referred to the Dutchess County Department of Public Works for review of the situation that exists at this intersection as the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger is concerned and would like appropriate action to be taken to correct the hazardous condition, and copies be sent to the 1980 Town of Wappinger Dutchess County Legislators and the complainants. Seconded by Mr. Johnson Motion Unanimously Carried Mr. Jensen asked that a letter be directed to Mr. Horton, Highway Superintendent regarding a road condition on Widmer Road between his residence and Mr. Clausen's residence. There was a deep depression where water accumulates and freezes and this condition spreads to the center of the road. It has been causing problem with the cars getting stuck and skidding and Mr. Jensen requested that the Highway Department correct this condition. Mr. Diehl then thanked Mr. Jensen for his service as a member of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger for two terms. He worked with him from both sides of the political fence and found that no matter which side of the fence he was on, Mr. Jensen always cooperated and worked for the best interests of the Town. He was a dedicated person and earned respect from all. He served as Deputy Supervisor for four year and Mr. Diehl said he would miss him in that capacity even though it would be filled by another worthy member of the Board. Mr. Jensen's knowledge and leadership as a member of the Tri -Municipal Commission would always be re- membered not only by the Town of Wappinger,but by other townships and villages. He would be missed, Mr. Diehl continued, but would be among them in other capacities. Mr. Jensen thanked Mr. Diehl for his comments and said it was a pleasure to serve on the Board for the past eight years and told the Board to continue to do a good job for the people of the Town of Wappinger. There was no other business to come before the Board. MRS. MILLS moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Diehl and unanimously carried. The meeting adjourned at 5:15 P.M. the Year End Mtg. 12/28/79 th# Elaine H. Snowden Town Clerk