The Town Board of the Town of Philipstown held their Regular Monthly Meeting at the Town Hall, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York at 8:00 p.m. on the above date.
PRESENT: William Mazzuca Supervisor
Al Hosmer Councilman
Betty Budney Councilwoman
Anthony Merante Councilman
Edward W. Doyle Town Attorney
ABSENT: Edward Engelbride Councilman
Supervisor Mazzuca opened the meeting with the Salute to the Flag.
REVIEW OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Weekly Town Board Meeting of January 24, 2001 (Scoping Session for Garrison Golf) were reviewed.
Councilwoman Budney made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried that the minutes be approved as presented.
The Minutes of the Monthly Town Board Meeting of February 1, 2001 were reviewed.
Councilman Merante made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried that the minutes be approved as presented.
COMMITEEE REPORTS
HIGHWAY ñ Roger Chirico reviewed the Winter Comparisons for October through March for both 1999-2000 and 2000-2001. It was noted that the Highway Department is still under budget, however, November and December of 2001 could use the remainder of funds and may not be sufficient.
PLANNING ñ No report.
RECREATION ñ Councilwoman Budney announced upcoming programs for the spring.
CAC - Councilman Merante reported that the CAC discussed some upcoming tasks. The CAC would like to act as an advisory board for Wetlands applications, Planned Development Districts, Large Track of Land and the Comprehensive Plan. They are also interested in the possible review of the Timber Harvesting Law. Their next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 6th at 7:30 p.m.
RECYCLING - Councilwoman Budney discussed the spring town-wide cleanup. She would like to schedule this yearís cleanup on April 7th and April 21st, noting that these dates must be confirmed by the firehouses. It was noted that tires would be included in the spring clean up.
BUILDING & LAND ACQUISITION ñ No report.
REPORT OF MONIES
MONTHLY REPORT OF TOWN SUPERVISOR
MONIES RECEIVED AS OF MARCH 1, 2001
GENERAL & PART-TOWN FUNDS
Town Clerk Fees ñ February, 2001 $ 482.10
Building Fees ñ February 2001 7,460.00
Recreation Fees ñ February 2001 8,608.53
Tax Collector General A ñ ProRata 244.55
Tax Collector Surplus - .02
Tax Collector CVFPD 109,060.14
Tax Collector PHIL #1 25,739.93
Tax Collector NHFD 239,938.12
Tax Collector GFPD 368,921.21
Tax Collector General A ñ Final Pay 566,351.45
Ikon Refund 103.79
NYS Justice Fees 7,577.00
P.C. VFW Rental 25.00
Bank Interest 501.84
Tax Collector General B 4,862.00
HIGHWAY FUND
Tax Collector ñ Hwy DB ProRata 1,896.70
Tax Collector ñ Hwy DB 1,078,842.30
P.C. Check Sheriffís Gas 1,637.69
Bank Interest 774.06
CONTINENTAL VILLAGE WATER DISTRICT
Tax Collector Unpaid Water 12,210.00
Tax Collector Full Pay 147,477.93
Bank Interest 111.24
CONTINENTAL VILLAGE PARK DISTRICT
Clubhouse Fees 300.00
Bank Interest 98.56
AGENDA
1. Letter dated January 8, 2001 from Town Attorney Doyle regarding a Stipulation of Settlement in the matter of Essaghof vs. the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Town Attorney Doyle explained that this matter has been in litigation however, it has been settled. The Stipulation of Settlement now requires approval from the Board of Assessorís, Zoning Board and the Town Board. Both the Zoning Board and Board of Assessorís have approved the settlement. It was noted that as part of the settlement, a map has been filed eliminating one of the lots.
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Merante, seconded by Councilwoman Budney;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the Stipulation of Settlement in the matter of Essaghof vs. the Town of Philipstown.
ROLL CALL VOTE
William Mazzuca AYE
Al Hosmer AYE
Betty Budney AYE
Anthony Merante AYE
Resolution unanimously adopted.
2. Authorize the Supervisor to sign the contract with Joel Russell for Planning Workshop on April 27-29.
Supervisor Mazzuca read a letter dated February 22, 2001 from Town Attorney Doyle regarding the contract. Town Attorney Doyle noted that since then, the Town is in receipt of Workers Comp and Disability Insurance from Mr. Roseís corporation. It was noted that the agreement has been amended to read "I will be assisted in this work by Jonathan Rose of Affordable Housing Construction Corp. which will serve as a subcontractor to me.
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RESOLUTION 64-01
The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Merante and unanimously carried;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the contract with Joel Russell for a Planning Workshop to be held April 27-29, 2001.
Supervisor Mazzuca noted that Joel Russell is a consultant hired by the Town to assist the Town in developing a Master Plan/Comprehensive Plan and has completed a diagnostic study. The contract is for a charette that will be held at Haldane School and public participation is encouraged.
Councilman Merante further explained the purpose and desired results of the upcoming charette.
3. Authorize the Supervisor to sign the Real Property Tax Service Contract with Putnam County.
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Merante, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sing the Real Property Tax Service Contract with Putnam County.
4. Authorize the Supervisor to sign the Employment Contract with Putnam County for an "Outreach Worker".
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Merante, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the Employment Contract with Putnam County for an "Outreach Worker".
5. Letter dated February 6, 2001 from the Village of Cold Spring requesting the use of two Town voting machines for the Village election to be held on March 20, 2001.
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Village of Cold Spring to use two (2) of the Townís voting machines for the upcoming village election on March 20, 2001.
6. Letter dated February 21, 2001 from Town Attorney Doyle regarding the request of the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company to use two fire hydrants, which are the property of the Garrison Landing Water District.
Town Attorney Doyle stated that the Town Board has been asked to give permission to the fire company to use two fire hydrants. He noted that some clarification is needed as to the location of the hydrants. He referenced correspondence dated February 16, 2001 from David Dempsey, which stated that it would be inappropriate for the Town Board to indemnify the Fire District for any liability. It was determined that this matter should be further
7. Appointments to the Greenway Committee.
Supervisor Mazzuca asked that this item be addressed at a later date.
8. Resolution to approve financing of Garrison Fire Company.
Town Attorney Doyle explained that the Garrison Fire Company conducted a public hearing this evening at 7:30 p.m., which is required by the Internal Revenue Code for financing. It is a requirement of the code that the Town Board sign an agreement approving the financing, although the Town is not financially obligated in anyway.
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilman Merante;
WHEREAS, the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. conducted a public hearing on March 1, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall, Town of Philipstown, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York in connection with entering an Agreement in order to finance real property consisting of its fire house at 1616 Route 9, Garrison, New York, which hearing was held pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 147(f); and
WHEREAS, said Section 147(f) requires approval of such financing by the Town, which approval does not in any way constitute any financial involvement or obligation of the Town;
NOW, THEREFORE, Be it
RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to sign the section 147(f) Approval and Written Agreement presented by the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. in connection with the foregoing financing.
ROLL CALL VOTE
William Mazzuca AYE
Al Hosmer AYE
Betty Budney AYE
Anthony Merante AYE
Resolution unanimously adopted.
9. Letter dated February 28, 2001 from the Village of Nelsonville requesting the use of a Town voting machine.
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The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Merante, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Village of Nelsonville to use one (1) of the Townís voting machines for the upcoming village election on March 20, 2001.
10. Letter dated November 2000 from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Supervisor Mazzuca read the letter from the U.S. Census Bureau, which thanked the Town for their efforts in making Census 2000, a success.
Councilman Hosmer asked the status of Torchia Drive. Town Attorney Doyle responded that Richard Goldsand had written to the residents explaining that the Fire Company would not cross the bridge and some arrangements should be made for alternative protection. This matter will be further reviewed.
AUDIENCE
No comments.
VACANCIES
Board of Assessment Review (1)
CVPD (3)
CAC (1)
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
Councilwoman Budney made a motion, seconded by Councilman Merante and unanimously carried that the General Vouchers in the amount of $798,988.74 be approved as set forth in Abstract 2A and 3.
Councilman Hosmer made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried that the Highway Vouchers in the amount of $47,095.73 be approved as set forth in Abstract 2A and 3.
Councilman Merante made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried that the CVPD Vouchers in the amount of $972.92 be approved as set forth in Abstract 3.
Councilwoman Budney made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried that the CVWD Vouchers in the amount of $2,006.37 be approved as set forth in Abstract 3.
There being no further business to discuss, Councilman Merante made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Budney to close the Monthly Meeting at 8:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Tina Merando
Deputy Town Clerk