TOWN OF
ROSENDALE
DRAFT
TOWN BOARD MEETING
OCTOBER 12, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Supervisor McDonough at 7:30pm at the Rosendale Community Center with the Pledge to the Flag.
PRESENT: Councilman Robert
Gallagher
Councilwoman Manna Jo Greene
Councilman Kenneth Hassett
Councilman Richard Minissali
Supervisor Patrick McDonough
ALSO PRESENT: Fred Greitzer, Billy Liggan, Jere
Brown, Tim Morrison, Planning Board; Chris Pryslofski, ZBA; Jack Snyder,
W/S Commission; Jennifer Metzger, Deputy Supervisor; Atillio Contini,
Bob Ryan, Jeanne Walsh, Alex Ferguson; 2 RVHS Students in Gov.; and
about a dozen residents.
PUBLIC INPUT: Jack Snyder asked if something could
be done about bicyclists riding at night without lights or reflectors
(they wear dark, non-reflective clothing); Atillio Contini stated that
they ride up to 4 abreast in packs; could there be an ordinance or
something; it was also mentioned that when having races/bike-athons they
do not stop at stop signs. Supervisor McDonough said that the
bicyclists have to observe the same rules of the road as motorists; he
will speak with Police Chief Soule about the matter to see what can be
done.
Kevin Hines asked that everyone check the batteries
in their smoke detectors; next week is Fire Prevention Week; he also
asked that a reminder be put on the Town website.
Joe Roddy asked why James Street has not been
re-opened; Supervisor McDonough stated that Carl Hornbeck, Highway
Superintendent, will spend money from his budget for engineering to see
what must be done; water and sewer pipes could be compromised and we
don’t yet know the stability of the remaining roadway. Mr. Roddy
stated that the situation is totally unacceptable, the road should be
open. Bob Ryan asked if when the bridge was rehabilitated had the
bridge been closed would DOT have done more for the Town roads (James
Street because it would have been a detour route); Supervisor McDonough
responded that DOT would have done sidewalks and storm drainage along
James Street but nothing else.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS: A motion was made by Councilman Minissali to accept the
minutes of the September 7th and 14th meetings; seconded by Councilman Hassett. Roll Vote: 4 Yes, Councilman Minissali abstained.
COMMITTEE REPORTS: Councilwoman Greene
reported that the Planning Board had discussion about the ZRC changes
sent to them in August for review; they agreed to agree on the 8/17/
revision; they will be meeting early on November 3rd to act
on the recommendations. The Chamber of Commerce had a nice event
at the “Hop Heads” in High Falls. The ZBA has Verizon back on the
agenda.
Councilman Gallagher reported that other than the
two new cul de sacs that have been created on James Street (no through
traffic because of road collapse on James Street hill) there is nothing
else to report for Highway; other reports are on file.
Councilman Minissali reported that the October 3rd
Youth Commission meeting was cancelled; the Water/Sewer Commission is
still seeking volunteers and needs lots of money; the Environmental
Commission is planning for Forest Management Workshop on October 20th.
Councilman Hassett reported that he did not have a
current report for the Transfer Station due to Rayne Kouhout being on
vacation; he reiterated that they took in $3,617 last month; Jen Metzger
added that they had a very successful “metal amnesty” and took in 100’s
of pieces of electronic equipment; Jack Snyder added that he hoped the
canopies would be installed over the bins soon to prevent ice in the
bins which costs us more money each pull because of the additional
weight. Councilman Hassett reported that the Recreation Department
is doing well; they are proceeding with plans to site the well;
Supervisor McDonough stated that specs for the well would be ready next
month.
APPOINTMENTS: A motion was made by Councilman
Hassett to formally appoint Tara Burke to the Ad Hoc Pool Committee;
seconded by Councilwoman Greene. Roll Vote: 5 Yes
1). ANNOUNCEMENT: The Water/Sewer Commission is
still seeking volunteer members; also the Climate Task Force could use
some new members.
2). DISCUSSION: Pickle Festival Site Plan. A
brief discussion took place regarding whether any changes had been made
to the 9/1/2011 plan submitted to the Board; Billy Liggan said there
were none but he wondered in view that James Street was closed if they
could park cars beyond the usual Parkcrest Drive cut off; Supervisor
McDonough responded that he didn’t believe that would be a good idea due
to the condition of the road (James Street).
A motion was made to accept the Pickle Festival
Site Plan of 9/1/2011 as submitted; seconded by Councilwoman
Greene. Roll Vote: 5 Yes
3).RESOLUTION #2 Accepting Amended RUPCO Agreement.
The agreement having been reviewed by legal counsel of both parties to
change the structure and relationship with one of the parties in the tax
agreement between the Town of Rosendale and RUPCO; this resolution
accepts and allows execution of the amended agreement.
A motion was presented by Supervisor McDonough to
adopt the resolution to accept and execute an amended tax agreement
between the Town of Rosendale and RUPCO; seconded by Councilwoman
Greene. Roll Vote:
Councilman
Gallagher
Yes
Councilwoman
Greene Yes
Councilman
Hassett
Yes
Councilman
Minissali
Yes
Supervisor
McDonough Yes
4). Resolution 10-2011-#3 Scheduling a Public Hearing for 2012 Preliminary Budget.
A motion was presented by Supervisor McDonough to
schedule a public hearing for November 2, 2011 at 7:30pm at the
Rosendale Community Center to consider the advisability of adopting the
2012 Budget; seconded by Councilman Minissali. Roll Vote:
Councilman
Gallagher
Yes
Councilwoman
Greene Yes
Councilman
Hassett
Yes
Councilman
Minissali
Yes
Supervisor
McDonough Yes
Jere Brown questioned the amount allocated to legal
fees (A1421.4)$65,000 this year was significantly higher than previous
year and is estimated to be $10,000 less next year; Supervisor McDonough
listed a number of projects that had required legal review which
exceeded the normal volume of review.
5). RESOLUTION 10-2011-#4 To Set a Public Hearing to Consider a Tax Cap Override Local Law.
Supervisor McDonough explained that the Tax Cap
Override Local Law is a mechanism to allow local governments to exceed
the 2% cap enacted by the State; there are specific categories that
allow an override and the vote must be 60% of the Board in favor (3 out
of 5 members, a simple majority); a resolution must be presented setting
forth the reason for overriding the cap; Water/Sewer cost over runs;
Bloomington Fire for implementing LOSAP; costs of health care,
pension/retirement increases. John Maylie asked if the Town can
increase the % required to override the cap to a “super majority”;
Supervisor McDonough said he could look into it; Phyllis Noreen said
that the “60% super majority applies to school districts only; Tim
Morrison added that there is a finite list of qualifying reasons but he
has not been able to find them.
A motion was made by Supervisor McDonough to adopt
the resolution to schedule a public hearing to consider the advisability
of enacting a local law to override the NYS mandated “tax cap” of 2%;
said hearing to be held of November 2, 2011 at 8:00pm at the Rosendale
Community Center; seconded by Councilman Minissali. Roll Vote:
Councilman
Gallagher
Yes
Councilwoman
Greene Yes
Councilman
Hassett
Yes
Councilman
Minissali
Yes
Supervisor
McDonough Yes
6). REOLUTION 10-2011-#5 Halloween Curfew.
After a brief discussion a consensus was reached that the curfew should
be 8:30pm for youth under 18 years of age.
A motion was presented by Supervisor McDonough to
adopt the resolution setting the curfew for Halloween, October 31, 2011
at 8:30pm for youth under 18 years of age; seconded by Councilman
Gallagher. Roll Vote:
Councilman
Gallagher
Yes
Councilwoman
Greene Yes
Councilman
Hassett
Yes
Councilman
Minissali
No (he said he trusts kids till 10pm)
Supervisor
McDonough Yes
AUDIT OF BILLS:
GENERAL FUND VOUCHER’S #895-919 TOTALING $21,057.81
HIGHWAY FUND
“
#249-264
“ $15,973.49
SEWER
FUND
“
#167-170
“ $ 1,774.88
WATER
FUND
“
#169-171
“
$ 1,763.15
CAP RES BLDGS
“
#
2-4
“ $
4,329.99
A motion was made by Councilwoman Greene to pay the vouchers; seconded by Councilman Gallagher. Roll Vote: 5Yes
A motion was made by Councilman Hassett to adjourn at 8:28pm; seconded by Councilman Minissali. Roll Vote: 5 Yes
Respectfully submitted,
Joan S. Jordan
Town Clerk
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