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ROSENDALE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP DRAFT
PUBLIC HEARING BLOOMINGTON FIRE CONTRACT
DEPARTMENT HEAD BUDGET MEETING
OCTOBER 7, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 6:01 pm by Supervisor McDonough at the Rosendale Community Center with the Pledge to the Flag.
PRESENT: Councilman Kenneth Cluen
Councilman Robert Gallagher
Councilwoman Manna Jo Greene (arrived 6:10 pm)
Councilman Richard Minissali
Supervisor Patrick McDonough
ALSO PRESENT: Doris
Fleming, Town Bookkeeper; Debra Tierney, Deputy Town Clerk; Randolph
Horner, NYSERDA; Glenn Debrosky; half dozen members of Bloomington Fire
Company.
DEPARTMENT HEAD BUDGETS:
Recreation: Frank Klepeis and Diane Bedell represented the Recreation Commission. Frank
asked if the Board had any questions regarding the budget request:
Supervisor McDonough noted that the personnel line showed a $4,800
increase; the response was that Heidi is requesting a summer assistant
for 20 hours per week. Frank
said they need a grant writer for the pool; Supervisor McDonough said
we need to get an engineering report before getting a grant writer. Supervisor
McDonough told the Board that the $50,000 grant from NYS Parks and
Recreation for the “old recreation building roof” was finally being
released and we can use that for any “recreational use” since we showed
them that we have improved the land and they are no longer holding us to
a “land swap”. Councilman Cluen said that he took a grant writing course and used the pool for his course project so he has a lot of material. Supervisor
McDonough stated that he has a new ground plan which was prepared by
Brinnier and Larios which includes the ball field, tennis and basketball
courts. Frank noted that a
shed will be going in next to the food pantry; Supervisor McDonough
said that is okay they are approved by Parks and Recreation.
Town
Clerk: Joan Jordan spoke to the Board that she has cut the budget
request to the bare bones and needs the personnel line to stay “status
quo”; she also said that nothing but the fire resistant cabinet was
included on the equipment line which was being deferred from this budget
year to next by the Supervisor. Supervisor said that he should raise the equipment line some because that price will probably go up. Joan
said no money was put in equipment for a new computer since we
purchased an extended warranty but we may still need to replace that
computer. Supervisor
McDonough noted that $1,000 was included for a records management
consultant which he wants to leave in since we have to get started; Joan
said that we have completely run out of room and need to train clerks
on records retention which was suggested could be done at staff
meetings; also there is a need to establish a records management
advisory committee.
Police
Department: Acting Chief Andy Buboltz explained that he broke the
budget out using Excel Spreadsheet to give the truest analysis of the
budget. He said that he is
showing what he projects to be the salary figures if the contract is
settled (they are still receiving 2007 salaries); he showed figures at
10% presuming they will be about 3% each of the three years. Andy
said that the Street Festival (not budgeted for last year) and bike
races are reflected as items as well as longevity pay; he is trying to
maintain 21 shifts per week. He
stated that one car that is due to be replaced next year has high
mileage and a problem with the heating coil which will probably run
about $1,000
Discussion took place
about replacing the computer server; Silas Whittaker recommends that it
is near the end of its life and 2011 is the mandated upgrade of
repeaters by the FCC; we need to replace two radios. On
the revenue side Andy included grants (also as expenses) for BUNY
(Buckle Up New York) for a total of $20,065 and child safety seats $3200
(seats only).
Councilman Cluen asked
about $3,000 for ammunition; Andy said that most of it is for training
and they had some left from last year so they need less; state bid you
have to buy in 6 month blocks and their price was higher than we paid;
he also said that ammo is harder to get right now. Question
was also asked about the tasers; Andy said they were used about 5 times
this year; we have 2 and he would like to add one next year.
Councilwoman Greene complimented Andy on doing a really great job on the budget but added “doesn’t mean you’ll get it”.
Environmental Commission: Jennifer
Metzger represented the Commission and said they are requesting a 3%
increase in salary for the clerk and she said that the budget is lower
than last years request (not actual budget). She
wants to get the natural resource inventory completed at an estimated
cost of $4,000 which must be completed before they can move on to the
open space plan for which she would like to apply for a $30,000 grant. This
grant would not be for the Environmental Commission but for an ad hoc
committee to do open space study (much like the ad hoc zoning review
committee); she also stated they would like web based maps available. The
Biodiversity Committee wants to review and digitize resources and will
need about $600 to finish and they would like to train 2 more people to
use the ArcView Program at a cost of $350 per person; they now have a
laptop computer and she has been trained in the program. Jennifer
discussed the Expo funds saying that last year they made about $3,000
for expanding the solar array but out of that money they also use some
as seed money for the following year. Jennifer
also mentioned memberships; she would like to purchase International
Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) membership at $600
which includes accounting software for tracking carbon emissions;
Councilwoman Greene stated that she can’t see spending this kind of
money if no one is willing to take on using it and having it set on a
shelf as we’ve done before; Jennifer said that she is interested.
Supervisor McDonough
announced that we would take a break at 7:05 pm until either someone
from the Transfer Station arrives or until 7:30 pm when we will begin
the regular Workshop Meeting.
At 7:30 pm Supervisor McDonough reconvened the meeting.
APPOINTMENTS: Supervisor
McDonough stated that since the recent death of Gene Markle there is a
vacancy on the Youth Commission and Kathy Wade has recommended that
Shane Beitl be appointed to fill that term (until 12/31/2009). A motion was made by Councilman Cluen; seconded by Councilwoman Greene to appoint Shane Beitl to the Youth Commission. Roll Vote: 5 Yes
Supervisor McDonough
stated that the Court has recommended Elena Ullman be hired as a
part-time court clerk for 20 hours per week at $10.00 per hour.
A motion was made by
Councilman Minissali; seconded by Councilman Gallagher to appoint Elena
Ullman as part-time clerk to the Rosendale Court for 20 hours per week;
$10.00 per hour. Roll Vote: 5 Yes
1). ANNOUNCEMENT: Supervisor
McDonough stated that we are still seeking a volunteer for the
Recreation Commission and an Alternate for the Planning Board.
4). PUBLIC HEARING:
Supervisor McDonough announced that he would like to move the opening of
the public hearing for considering a contract renewal with the
Bloomington Fire Company; we had a meeting at the Firehouse in September
but it was not announced as a public hearing so we’re here tonight. The Town Clerk read the Notice of Public Hearing at 7:35 pm. Councilman Minissali asked what the percentage of the Town of Rosendale was covered by Bloomington; Kevin Hines responded that Rosendale is 80% and the Town of Ulster is 20%. No
further comments were offered at this time; Supervisor McDonough stated
that the hearing would be held open for the mandatory time but we would
move on with the agenda.
A brief discussion took
place between the Board and Randolph Horner with regard to submitting a
“stimulus” grant application for solar energy for the High Falls Water
District which is jointly operated by the Towns of Rosendale and
Marbletown. The deadline for the application was announced as October 26th;
a tentative resolution has been drafted; there will be no costs to the
Towns as a consultant has agreed to write the grant for “free”;
Councilwoman Greene stated that if the grant is received the writer
might expect a small honorary. Mr.
Horner stated that additional funding is coming up and Rosendale can
reapply (we did not get the $1.3 million dollar green infrastructure
grant) but he feels that pursuing this joint application is in the best
interest because of the special collaboration of the municipalities and
the district formation by the “superfund”; he stated that this will
create jobs now and benefits to the district that will last for 40-50
years. Mr. Horner
recommended that Rosendale apply later as a NYSERDA “stand alone” grant
application so as not to be in competition with itself and because
Rosendale has money of its own to apply; he also recommended that 1)
look at other energy efficiency measures and 2) cost compression will
distinguish the project. Councilwoman Greene stated that there is a 50 kilowatt maximum for the project and Rosendale would be at about 33 kilowatts. Mr.
Horner added that late this afternoon an announcement was made that the
filing deadline will have at least one week added and possibly 2 weeks
(will know by Friday). Supervisor
McDonough will discuss with Supervisor Pickering-Cole so that the
resolutions be compatible and we will present the resolution next week
for adoption.
3). CHANGE OF MEETING DATE: Supervisor McDonough asked Board members if they were aware that our regular meeting for November 11th
would fall on Veteran’s Day, a legal holiday, discussion followed and
it was agreed that the meeting would be postponed until Thursday,
November 12, 2009 at 7:30 pm.
2).PRESENTATION: Al Wegener gave a presentation about Scenic Byways; 11 municipalities are represented on the Byway. Al
reported that the highway law has been amended and signed to add the
byway through the hamlet of Gardiner; signs should be up next year at
this time; he also referred to the Scenic Byway Development Plan which
he said each Board member should have and also be on file. The
mission of the Byway is to preserve the environment and increase the
economy; a website for the Byway has been up and running since May 2009
at www.mtnscenicbyway.org. Al
also noted that next year they will have three portable kiosks to share
information throughout the municipalities the Byway serves. A
question was presented from the audience about signage along the
roadway; Councilwoman Greene noted that signage is up to each town
according to their codes or ordinances (home rule); this also applies to
lighting. Kevin Hines
asked how this will impact individuals along the route; the response was
the same as for signs and lights, home rule.
Councilwoman Greene noted that on November 16th, Rondout Creek Watershed will have an evening of “brainstorming” from 6-9 pm at the Community Center; check Town website.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSURE:
A motion was made by Councilman Gallagher; seconded by Councilman
Minissali to close the public hearing on the Bloomington Fire Company
Contract at 8:13 pm. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.
5). RESOLUTION 10-2009-#2 Seeking Sealed Bids for Purchase and Removal of Scrap Metal. The
public notice will be advertised in the Daily Freeman; all sealed bids
are due in the Town Clerk’s Office by 12:00 pm on Friday, October 30,
2009.
A motion was made by Supervisor McDonough; seconded by Councilman Cluen to adopt the resolution to seek bids. Roll Vote:
Councilman Cluen Yes
Councilman Gallagher Yes
Councilwoman Greene Yes
Councilman Minissali Yes
Supervisor McDonough Yes
6). CENTRAL HUDSON: A resolution will be presented next week to make modifications to street lighting at the Community Center. The resolution is to include additional parking lot lighting and to separate the parking lot service from the pool lighting.
7). ROSENDALE ZRC
REVISION OF TIMELINE: A resolution will be presented next week to extend
the zoning review process and update until April 2010 with consultation
from Behan Associates.
8). SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2010 BUDGET: A
resolution will be presented next week to set the public hearing on the
2010 Preliminary Budget for Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 7:30 pm at
the Rosendale Community Center.
9). HALLOWEN CURFEW: A resolution will be presented next week to set the curfew for Halloween, Sunday, October 31st, for those persons under the age of 18.
10). CONTRACT RENEWAL FOR BLOOMINGTON FIRE COMPANY: A
resolution will be presented next week to authorize a three year
contract for fire protection in the Town of Rosendale by the Bloomington
Fire Company.
11). NATIONAL BREAST
CANCER AWARENESS: A resolution will be presented next week recognizing
October as National Breast Care Awareness Month.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Glenn
Debrosky noted that DEC has acted and will be conducting a household
pharmaceutical collection which will help prevent pollution to our
rivers and streams.
Mr. Debrosky also
wanted to again address the local dog ordinance; he still feels that the
ordinance should clearly state that the dog owner must clean up after
pet defecates or they are breaking the law. He contends that the present wording makes them “lawbreakers” even if they clean up. Supervisor
McDonough stated that the dog control officer and code enforcement have
discretion in enforcement of the law; the law does not have to be
changed.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Every Sunday – Farmer’s Market at Rec Center
2. Sat., Oct. 10, by appointment only – UCRRA Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection, 845-336-3336
3. Mon., Oct. 12 – Columbus Day Observed, TOWN OFFICES CLOSED
4. Wed., Oct. 14, 7:30pm – Town Board Meeting Community Center
5. Tues.,
Oct. 20, 8am to 1pm – Household Pharmaceutical Collection, NYS DEC, 21
N. Putt Corners Rd., New Paltz, Terry Laibach, 845-256-3141
6. Thurs., Oct. 22, 7:30pm –RCCE Free Home Energy Workshop, Rec Center
7. Wed., Nov 4 – 7:30pm – public hearing on Rosendale 2010 Preliminary Budget
AUDIT OF BILLS:
ABSTRACT #9 VOUCHER’S #901-903 TOTALING $ 321.97
SPECIAL LIGHTING “ # 31-33 “ $ 2,178.63
GENERAL FUND “ #904-967 “ $14,943.54
HIGHWAY FUND “ #201-220 “ $75,031.41
SEWER FUND “ #139-145 “ $ 739.52
WATER FUND “ #132-139 “ $ 2,573.07
PLAYGROUND “ #1 “ $ 500.00
VAN FUND “ #1 “ $ 21.00
SEWER DEBT “ #5 “ $ 117.76
A motion was made by Councilman Minissali to pay the vouchers; seconded by Councilman Cluen. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.
A motion to adjourn at 8:40 pm was made by Councilwoman Greene; seconded by Councilman Gallagher. Roll Vote: 5 Yes.
Respectfully submitted,
Joan S. Jordan
Town Clerk
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