The Town Board of the Town of Philipstown held their Monthly Town Board Meeting at 8:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, on the above date.

 

PRESENT:                William Mazzuca                   Supervisor

                                    Richard Shea                        Councilman

                                    Betty Budney                         Councilwoman

                                    Al Hosmer                              Councilman

                                    David Brower                        Councilman

                                    Edward W. Doyle                  Town Attorney

 

Supervisor Mazzuca opened the meeting with a salute to the Flag.

 

REVIEW OF THE MINUTES:

 

The Minutes of the Monthly Town Board Meeting of October 5, 2006, were reviewed.

 

Councilman Shea made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried that the Minutes are hereby approved as presented.

 

The Minutes of the Weekly Town Board Meeting of October 11, 2006, were reviewed.

 

Councilman Hosmer made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried that the Minutes are hereby approved as presented.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

HIGHWAY – Councilman Hosmer reported that Highway is currently conducting routine road maintenance, collecting leaves and clearing out catch basins.  He reported that the Department of Transportation has surveyed 13 additional roads in Philipstown and they are approved for the 30 mph speed limit.  The DOT will survey about 20 additional roads to complete the project.

 

PLANNING BOARD – Councilman Brower reviewed the items addressed at the Planning Board Meeting of October 26, 2006. The next meeting will be November 30, 2006.

 

RECREATION – Councilwoman Budney reviewed the events offered through the Recreation Department.

 

CAC – Councilman Shea reported that the CAC met October 10, 2006. There were 5 applicants. None were in attendance.

 

RECYCLING – Councilwoman Budney reported that the Fall 2006 Town Wide Cleanup was a success. There were twenty-three 30 yard roll-off containers filled. Councilwoman Budney expressed her gratitude to all involved.

 

LAND & BUILDING ACQUISITION – Supervisor Mazzuca reported that the Town of Philipstown will receive a $250,000.00 grant from Governor Pataki. These monies will be

used to renovate the Town Hall and put in a new road at Recreation. The Town has also received a $337,000.00 grant, which will be used to renovate the Dahlia House and complete

small renovation projects.

 

ZONING BOARD – Councilman Brower reviewed the items addressed at the Zoning Board Meeting of October 16, 2006. The next meeting will be November 6, 2006.

 

 

TOWN OF PHILIPSTOWN

MONTHLY REPORT OF TOWN SUPERVISOR

 

MONIES RECEIVED AS OF NOVEMBER 2, 2006

 

 

GENERAL & PART-TOWN FUNDS

 

Justice Fees 10/06                                $      7,915.00

Justice Fees 10/06                                        3,737.00

Town Clerk Fees 9/06                                      539.97

Radio Shack Refund                                          21.98

Rec Fees  9/06                                            39,583.00

Rec Fees 10/06                                           45,982.78

Walter Hoving Home Pl. Review Fees        1,411.67

Bldg Fees  10/06                                         21,674.00

Bank Int.                                                              308.81

 

HIGHWAY FUND

 

A.W. Scrap Metal                                            150.00

V. Gilbert Sign Damage                                 152.64

Bank Interest                                                 1,053.54

 

CONTINTENTAL VILLAGE WATER DISTRICT

 

Water Collections                                       17,772.27

Bank Interest                                                       55.61    

 

CONTINENTAL VILLAGE PARK DISTRICT

 

Clubhouse Fees                                             350.00   

Bank Interest                                                   432.68  

               


AGENDA

 

1.      Letter dated October 30, 2006 from Lori Amato requesting a road name change.

 

Supervisor Mazzuca stated that Lori Amato had submitted a letter, dated October 30, 2006, requesting a road name change from HyVue Terrace to Kristen’s Way. This name change will be in memory of Kristen Faust, a resident of HyVue Terrace, who passed away October 9, 2006. The Town is also in receipt of a petition requesting that the road name not be changed.  Supervisor Mazzuca suggested that a memorial sign be placed underneath the HyVue Terrace sign. Kathy Faust requested that the memorial sign be placed on the right side of the road instead of the left side.  Supervisor Mazzuca responded that he was not certain but thought the memorial sign would have to be placed underneath the road sign already in place. Councilman Hosmer will check with Highway Superintendent Chirico to confirm the correct placing of the memorial sign.

 

RESOLUTION #238-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes the placement of a memorial road sign named “Kristen’s Way” be placed beneath the already established street sign named HyVue Terrace.

 

2.      Resolution referring the amended proposed Local Law changing the time to report from 21 to 35 days – Conservation Advisory Committee to the Philipstown Planning Board and the Putnam County Division of Planning.

 

Michael Gibbons asked why additional time was needed.  Councilman Shea responded that the CAC needs additional time, because 3 times a year the meeting schedule goes beyond that time period.

 

     RESOLUTION #239-06

     The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

      RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes referring the amended proposed Local Law changing the time to report from 21 to 35 days – Conservation Advisory Committee to the Philipstown Planning Board and the Putnam County Division of Planning.

 

  3.  Resolution is needed authorizing the Recreation Department to advertise for

  bidders for Bulk Fuel Oil.

 

RESOLUTION #240-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Brower, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes the Recreation Department to advertise for bidders for Bulk Fuel Oil.

 

4.  Resolution accepting the resignation of Joan Turner from the Zoning Board

of Appeals and authorize the Town Clerk to send a letter of appreciation.

 

Supervisor Mazzuca regretfully accepted the resignation of Joan Turner .

   

RESOLUTION #241-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby accepts the resignation of Joan Turner from the Zoning Board of Appeals and authorizes the Town Clerk to send a letter of appreciation.

 

5.  Resolution needed changing the total members on the Conservation

   Advisory Committee from five (5) to seven (7).

 

   RESOLUTION #242-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby determines that the required members for the Conservation Advisory Committee be increased from five (5) members to seven (7) members, and;

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Section 10-2, paragraph B, shall read as follows:

 four (4) members shall be appointed for terms of one (1) year, and three (3) members shall be appointed for terms of two (2) years.

 

6. Resolution authorizing the transfer of funds from Town Clerk contractual to equipment in the amount of $3,146.60

 

RESOLUTION #243-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby approves the following Town Clerk transfer of funds: from A00-01-1410-400 to A00-01-1410-200 in the amount of $3,146.60.

 

7.   Resolution needed in support of Shared Municipal Services Grant for Putnam County Animal Shelter.

 

Supervisor Mazzuca stated that a workshop was held with Robert Bondi, County Executive. This workshop was held to clarify concerns of the Town Board regarding the Town’s contributions.

 

Councilman Shea stated that there is no additional financial impact on the Town.

 

RESOLUTION #244-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Brower, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;

 

WHEREAS, animal welfare, dog control, assistance to local police in animal cruelty investigations, compliance with NYS Agriculture and Markets requirements concerning stray animals, and animal licensing services are provided to Putnam municipalities through local municipal agreements with the Putnam Humane Society; and

 

WHEREAS, the service provided by the Putnam Humane Society contribute to the safety and quality of life of the residents of Putnam County; and

 

WHEREAS, the present Putnam County Humane Society Shelter is inadequate to support the level of service required by Putnam County’s growing population, and

 

WHEREAS, Putnam County is applying for Shared Municipal Services Grant in the amount of $400,000 to construct a Municipal Animal Shelter Services Building on County-owned property; and

 

WHEREAS, the financial match for this grant and for building construction will be provided by the County through its bonding capacity;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town of Philipstown, supports the County’s efforts and collaborates with the County of Putnam as joint applicant for this grant submission.

 

8.   Resolution needed authorizing Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the 2007 contract between Putnam County and the Town for the services of an outreach worker for the elderly.

 

RESOLUTION #245-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the 2007 contract between Putnam County and the Town for the services of an outreach worker for the elderly.

 

8.      Resolution needed authorizing Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the 2007 contract between Putnam County and the Town to administer the W.I.C. Program at he VFW.

 

Town Clerk Merando noted that the contract between Putnam County and the Town needs clarification concerning the meeting dates.

 

RESOLUTION #246-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Shea, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby tables Supervisor Mazzuca signing the 2007 contract between Putnam County and the Town to administer the W.I.C. Program at the VFW until clarification of the meeting date is resolved in the contract.

 

10.  Resolution needed authorizing Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the 2007 contract for Shelter Services between the Putnam County Humane Society and the Town in the amount of $19,597.76.

 

RESOLUTION #247-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes Supervisor Mazzuca to sign the 2007 contract for Shelter Services between the Putnam County Humane Society and the Town in the amount of $19,597.76.

 

11.   Resolution acknowledging approval from Special Counsel with regard to

Resolution #221-06 regarding the realignment of Fishkill Road and the Town’s intention of abandonment of portions of town roads for said project.

 

RESOLUTION #248-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby acknowledges the approval from Special Counsel with regard to Resolution #221-06 regarding the realignment of Fishkill Road and the Town’s intention of abandonment of portions of town roads for said project.

 

12.  Resolution hiring Stan Houghton as a part-time Maintenance Assistant for  

       the Continental Village Park District.

     

RESOLUTION #249-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Brower, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes the

hiring of Stan Houghton as a part-time Maintenance Assistant for the Continental Village Park District.

 

13.  Resolution hiring Frank Connolly as a part-time Maintenance Assistant for

       the Continental Village Park District.

 

RESOLUTION #250-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Hosmer and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Philipstown hereby authorizes the hiring of Frank Connolly as a part-time Maintenance Assistant for the Continental Village Park District.

 

14. Code Enforcement Monthly Report.

 

Town Clerk Merando read the Code Enforcement Monthly Report.

 

15. Putnam County Humane Society’s Monthly Report.

 

Town Clerk Merando read the Putnam County Humane Society’s Monthly Report.

 

16. Resolution needed to schedule a public hearing to increase the sliding scale

     for the Aged Exemption. (Suggested date November 16th @ 7:30 p.m.)

 

RESOLUTION #251-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Shea, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby schedules a Public Hearing to be held on November 16, 2006, at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York.  The purpose of this public hearing will be to hear person’s for/against increasing the sliding scale for the Aged Exemption.

 

17. Resolution needed to schedule a public hearing to increase the sliding scale

      for the Persons with Disabilities Exemption.  (Suggested date November 16th

@ 7:35 p.m.)

 

RESOLUTION #252-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilman Hosmer, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby schedules a Public Hearing to be held on November 16, at 7:35 p.m. at the Town Hall, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York.  The purpose of this public hearing will be to hear person’s for/against increasing the sliding scale for Persons with Disabilities Exemption.

 

18.   Resolution needed to schedule a Public Hearing to amend the Town Code of

     the Town of Philipstown with respect to Accessory Apartments.

     (Suggested dates November 16th @ 7:40 p.m.)

 

RESOLUTION #253-06

The following Resolution was presented by Councilwoman Budney, seconded by Councilman Shea and unanimously carried;

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby schedules a Public Hearing to be held on November 16, 2006, at 7:40 p.m. at the Town Hall, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York.  The purpose of this public hearing will be to hear person’s for/against amending the Town Code of the Town of Philipstown with respect to Accessory Apartments.

 

19.    Schedule workshops/meetings.

 

        Wednesday, November 8, 2006

         Budget Hearings:

         7:30 p.m.          CVPD

         7:35 p.m.          CVWD

         7:40 p.m.          Philipstown Ambulance Contract

         7:45 p.m.          Cold Spring Fire Contract

         8:00 p.m.          General

 

        Thursday,  November 16, 2006

        Public Hearings:

        7:30 p.m.            Sliding Scale Aged Exemption

        7:35 p.m.            Persons with Disabilities and Limited Income

        7:40 p.m.            Accessory Apartments

        Immediately following – Town Board Meeting

 

        Monday,  November 20, 2006

        7:30 p.m.           Adopt Final Budget

 

        Wednesday, December 6, 2006

         7:30 p.m.           Workshop- Lee Balter – Quarry Pond

       

20.  Any other business that may come before the Town Board.

Town Clerk Merando announced that she and Deputy Clerk Bernasconi attended a training session at Cablevision. In the near future there will be two municipal channels broadcasted, including the Town Board Meeting being aired live.

 

AUDIENCE

          Joe Regele addressed the Town Board. In anticipation of reviewing the 2007 budget of the Town of Philipstown, Joe asked the Town Board several questions concerning the management of the Garrison Fire Department’s budget. Topics covered included reserve funds, expenditures, LOSAP, grants, mortgage rate, revenues and donations.

 

            Supervisor Mazzuca responded to Mr. Regele that the questions he presented to the Board will be answered.

 

Barbara Feldt, a resident of 12 Cross Timbers Road, Garrison, addressed the Town Board.  She expressed her concerns about the speed limit on Old West Point Road East between Route 9 and Old Albany Post Road. Another concern is a large discarded boat across the road from her property, which has been there for years.  Ms. Feldt called Code Enforcement and a violation was issued. She reported that the boat is still there. Mrs. Feldt is requesting the Town Board’s help in removing the boat with possible zoning changes or amendments to the Town Code.

 

Councilman Hosmer reported that the DOT has surveyed Old West Point Road East and a speed limit sign should be posted in about a month. 

 

Supervisor Mazzuca will confer with Code Enforcement and look into the violation that was issued concerning the boat.

 

VACANCIES:

CV Advisory Committee   (2)

CAC                                    (2)

Zoning Board of Appeals  (2)

 

APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS

 

Councilman Shea made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried that the General Vouchers in the amount of $62,251.95 are hereby approved as set forth in Abstracts 10A and11.

 

Councilman Hosmer made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Budney and unanimously carried that the Highway Vouchers in the amount of $69,207.63 are hereby approved as set forth in Abstract 11.

 

Councilwoman Budney made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried that the CV Park District Vouchers in the amount of $4,614.63 are hereby approved as set forth in Abstract 11.

 

Councilman Hosmer make a motion, seconded by Councilman Brower and unanimously carried that the CV Water District Vouchers in the amount of $2,170.10 are hereby approved as presented in Abstract 11.

 

There being no further business to discuss, Councilwoman Budney made a motion, seconded by Councilman Shea to close the Town Board Monthly Meeting at 9:12 p.m.

 

                                                                                         Respectfully submitted by,

 

                                                                                         Tina M. Merando

                                                                                         Town Clerk