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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