Beekman Resolutions from March 15, 2004

Town of Beekman Resolutions from March 15, 2004 meeting.

Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 1 Appointment of Consulting Inspector
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 2 Appointment to the Board of Assessment Review
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 3 Authorizing Attendance of Building Inspector At Conference
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 4 To Set Fee Schedule – Building Permits
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 5 Authorizing Complimentary Recreation Membership To Active Members of Beekman Fire Company
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 6 Farms Sewer System
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 7 2004 CLEAN-UP DAYS - MAY 15 & OCTOBER 16 - 8 AM TO 2:30 PM
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 8 Authorizing Fire Drill at the “Baldwin House”
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 9 Authorizing Use of Recreation Area for Fishing Derby
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 10 Authorizing Town Historian to Attend Meetings and Conference
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 11 To Establish Guidelines for Peddler’s License
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 12 Appointment to the Planning Board
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 13 Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 14 To Authorize Attendance of the Recreation Director At Conference
Go to - RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 15 Setting Fee Schedule for Clean-Up Days

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 1 RE: Appointment of Consulting Inspector

Supervisor John Adams offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, Camp Kinder Ring, located in the Town of Beekman, is required to have annual inspections under New York State Law; and

WHEREAS, due to the size, age of the camp and lack of previous inspections, the Town of Beekman’s Building Inspector estimates that it will take approximately three weekends to complete the inspections and requests the assistance of an additional inspector who can work under his building inspector certification; and

WHEREAS, Beekman firefighter, Sean Beresford, is a certified fire inspector possessing the valuable safety and structural knowledge and expertise to conduct this inspection; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Sean Beresford is hereby appointed as a consulting inspector for the purpose of assisting in the inspection of Camp Kinder Ring at an hourly fee of $16.00; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Building Inspector, Thomas McHugh, will notify the Camp of any violations found giving them an appropriate time to comply; and be it further

RESOLVED, that all violations will be reinspected for compliance with the Town’s Zoning Code.

Seconded Councilman Werner Stiegler

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 2 RE: Appointment to the Board of Assessment Review

Councilman Thomas Kinsley offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Board of Assessment Review; and

WHEREAS, interviews of interested candidates have taken place; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board will make appointments to the various boards; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Ralph Contrino be hereby appointed to the Board of Assessment Review for a five year term expiring on September 30, 2008.

Seconded Councilman Werner Stiegler

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 3 RE: Authorizing Attendance of Building Inspector At Conference

Supervisor John Adams offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the 17th Annual Hudson Valley Code Enforcement Officials Education Conference will be held in Poughkeepsie on April 21 to 23, 2004; and

WHEREAS, the Town’s Building Inspector will receive 20 hours of New York State Certified Code Training at this conference; and

WHEREAS, registration fees for the three days will be $180.00 and funding has been included in the 2004 budget; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Tom McHugh is hereby authorized to attend said conference.

Seconded Councilman Werner Stiegler

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 4 RE: To Set Fee Schedule – Building Permits

Councilman Werner Stiegler offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, a public hearing outlining building permits and fees to be incorporated in the Town’s Code was duly held on the 1st day of March, 2004; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby amends the building permits and fees as per attached schedule; and be it further

RESOLVED, General Code Publishing is to be notified of these changes to our Town’s Code.

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 5 RE: Authorizing Complimentary Recreation Membership To Active Members of Beekman Fire Company

Councilman Thomas Kinsley offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, due to the time commitment involved, the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters, fire police and members of our rescue squad become more difficult each year; and

WHEREAS, these volunteer organizations are essential to the safety and well-being of our community; and

WHEREAS, to show our heartfelt appreciation to our firefighters, fire police and rescue squad members who voluntarily sacrifice their time and valuable services and to attract other members of our community to volunteer, the Town Board of the Town of Beekman would like to offer an incentive to retain and recruit these volunteers; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Beekman hereby offers free recreation membership to all active members of the Beekman Fire Company including the Fire Police and Rescue Squad; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Beekman Fire District will supply a list of their active members to the Supervisor’s Office and will continuously apprise this office of any changes and/or additions.

Seconded Supervisor John Adams

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 6 RE: Farms Sewer System

Supervisor John Adams offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority has announced its intention to acquire the Farms Sewer System; and

WHEREAS, when Farms Sewer System was formed under the Transportation Corporation Law of the State of New York, the then Town Board in granting its approval imposed a provision that it could under certain conditions repurchase said sewer system for one dollar; and

WHEREAS, this was at the time a very prudent and thoughtful provision which would protect the users of the system from its neglect or abandonment by a private owner or operator; and

WHEREAS, the imminent transfer of the system to the County Authority accomplishes the very result which the repurchase clause was intended to accomplish, to wit: the operation of the system by a municipal corporation; and

WHEREAS, in addition to being moot as to its purpose, the repurchase clause may now interfere with the County Authority’s ability to finance the system’s purchase; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Beekman hereby abrogates said previous agreement insofar as it provides for repurchase by the Town of Beekman and specifically releases any and all such repurchase or option rights; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is authorized to execute such agreements or documents consistent with this resolution in order to memorialize the release of said rights.

Seconded Councilman Werner Stiegler

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 7 2004 CLEAN-UP DAYS - MAY 15 & OCTOBER 16 - 8 AM TO 2:30 PM

FEE SCHEDULE

Passenger Car/SUV/Single Axle P/U/Single Axle Trailer: NO CHARGE

Trucks with GVW greater than 12,000 lbs: $ 50.00

NO Tractor Trailers

Tires: Less than 20”: $ 3.00 without rim $ 4.00 with rim
Greater than 20”: $ 7.00 without rim $ 9.00 with rim

Items Containing Freon: $10.00
(refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, etc.)

Empty Propane Tanks: $ 3.00

Vehicle Batteries: NO CHARGE

NO Household Garbage

NO Construction/Demolition Debris

NO Camper/RV Disposal

NO Hazardous Waste - DO NOT BRING: Photo chemicals, pool chemicals, non latex driveway sealer, creosote, kerosene, flammable liquids, metal polish, turpentine, stains, varnishes, strippers, thinners, gasoline/oil mixture, brake fluid, auto fluids, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers, adhesives, resins, solvents, oil & lead based paints (latex paint okay if DRY), mercury containing devices, button cell batteries for watches & hearing aids, computer monitors, CPU’s, fax machines, printers, TV’s stereos, and telephones, ammunition or explosives, asbestos products, radioactive materials, medical waste or medicines

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 8 RE: Authorizing Fire Drill at the “Baldwin House”

Supervisor John Adams offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the Beekman Fire Company is once again requesting the use of the “Baldwin House” located on Recreation Center Road, which is owned by the Town, to conduct training and drills on Monday, March 22, 2004 from 7 to 9 p.m.; and

WHEREAS permission has been granted in the past as these drills do not cause any damage to the building or property nor does it interfere with activities scheduled at Recreation Park; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Beekman hereby authorizes the Beekman Fire Company to conduct their training and drills at the “Baldwin House” on March 22, 2004 as well as any future dates as long as the Town Board has been notified in writing at least one week in advance of the date requested; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the head of the Maintenance Department, Greg Brown, will by duly notified of all events.

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 9 RE: Authorizing Use of Recreation Area for Fishing Derby

Councilman Werner Stiegler offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, a request has been received from the Poughquag Sportsmen’s Club for use of the Recreation Swim Area to conduct its 13th Annual Fishing Derby; and

WHEREAS, this Fishing Derby has customarily been held at the Town of Beekman Recreation area; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Beekman hereby authorizes the use of the Recreation Swim Area to be utilized by the Poughquag Sportsmen’s Club on Saturday, April 24, 2004.

Seconded Supervisor John Adams

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 10 RE: Authorizing Town Historian to Attend Meetings and Conference

Councilman Thomas Kinsley offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the Town’s Historian is requesting permission to attend a Dutchess County Historian meeting in Union Vale on March 20 for which he would like to be reimbursed for mileage and the Region III meeting held in Newburgh on March 27, 2004 for which he would like to be reimbursed for mileage, lunch and nominal registration fee; and

WHEREAS, the Association of Public Historians of New York State (APHNYS) is holding its annual conference in Silver Bay, New York from April 18 to April 20, 2004; and

WHEREAS, cost for this conference including lodging is $270.00 and has been included in the Town Historian’s 2004 budget; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Vincent Vail is hereby authorized to attend the meetings on March 20, 2004 and March 27, 2004 and the APHNYS conference on April 18-20, 2004.

Seconded Supervisor John Adams

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 11 RE: To Establish Guidelines for Peddler’s License

Councilman Werner Stiegler offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, a license is not currently required by the Town of Beekman for solicitors, peddlers or vendors desirous of setting up a transient business for the sale of goods; and

WHEREAS, establishing guidelines for a “Peddler’s License” would provide the Building Inspector enforcement capability as it pertains to zoning; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, the Town of Beekman hereby establishes a “Peddler’s License” under the attached guidelines; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the following fees are hereby set for the procurement of said Peddler’s License:

Roadside Set-Up: $ 50.00
Set-Up at Recreation Field or Event: $ 100.00

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 12 RE: Appointment to the Planning Board

Councilman Werner Stiegler offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Planning Board due to the resignation of Thomas Kinsley; and

WHEREAS, interviews of interested candidates have taken place; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board will make appointments to the various boards; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Neil Martin is hereby appointed to fill such vacant position on the Planning Board for a term ending on December 31, 2008.

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 13 RE: Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area

Councilman Thomas Kinsley offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority has agreed to acquire the Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Beekman has held hearings on this proposal and has heard the opinions and comments of Town and Hamlet residents; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board members have now had the opportunity to consider the proposal and to deliberate on its merit; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the inclusion of the Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area in the overall zone of assessment and the transfer of the Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area to the Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority is in the best interests of the Town of Beekman and the residents of said Water Improvement Area for the following reasons:

The water system as presently constructed does not offer firefighting capability whereas the improvements contemplated by the County Authority would provide such capability adding significantly to the safety of Hamlet residents while likely reducing homeowner insurance premiums.
Having the Water Improvement Area operated by the County Authority offers the prospect of lower, future maintenance costs since that authority is able to purchase services and materials on a far larger scale than is the single district and can benefit from an economy of scale.
Although water rates within the Water Improvement Area may inevitably rise, the residents can expect their rates to compete with the lowest prevailing rates in the area.
The transfer will mean a significant saving to the Town in expenses and serves related to the Water Improvement Area, which are not met by water receipts.
The transfer, along with the County’s acquisition of Farms Water System, will result in the elimination of a perceived inequity in the water rates paid by the residents of Dalton Farms.
The transfer complies with the letter and spirit of the 1995 Federal Court settlement in that is assures the Water Improvement Area residents of a reliable source of potable water for which they are responsible for operation and maintenance costs.
As repairs are required, it is likely that the County Authority will have the manpower and expertise to deal with the same more efficiently than can the single district.

And be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor of the Town of Beekman is authorized to execute such agreements, deeds, and assignments as are necessary to transfer the assets of the Poughquag Hamlet Water Improvement Area to the Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority with all deliberate speed.

Seconded Supervisor John Adams

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 14 RE: To Authorize Attendance of the Recreation Director At Conference

Councilman Werner Stiegler offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the New York State Recreation and Park Society will be holding the 64th Annual Conference & Business Expo in Tarrytown, New York from April 25 to April 28, 2004; and

WHEREAS, workshops conducted at this conference provide beneficial information for the Town of Beekman’s Recreation Programs; and

WHEREAS, expected cost for the conference including lodging will be approximately, $500.00; and

WHEREAS, funding for this conference was included in the 2004 budget; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that Sandra Washburn is hereby authorized to attend said conference.

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004

RESOLUTION 3:15:04 - 15 RE: Setting Fee Schedule for Clean-Up Days

Supervisor John Adams offers the following and moves its adoption:

WHEREAS, the Town’s 2004 clean-up days have been scheduled for Saturday, May 15 and Saturday, October 16, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and

WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Town to charge the residents a fee for certain items that the Town incurs a higher cost for disposal; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the attached fee schedule is hereby established for the 2004 Clean-up Days.

Seconded Councilman Thomas Kinsley

ROLL CALL VOTE:
Councilman Werner Stiegler aye
Councilman Thomas Kinsley aye
Councilwoman Barbara Zulauf absent
Supervisor John D. Adams aye

Dated: March 15, 2004