PLANNING BOARD — Jan 16, 2013 Minutes
TOWN OF ROXBURY PLANNING BOARD P.O. BOX 189 MAIN ST., ROXBURY, NY 12474
Phone (607-326-7641) Fax (607-326-7641)
Joe Farleigh, Chairman
David Cowan, Vice Chairman
Jean D’Antoni, Secretary
MINUTES FOR January 16, 2013
PRESENT: Chairman Joe Farleigh, VP Dave Cowan, Phil Zorda, Dave Zambri, Robert Cole, Jean Stone and Duncan Martin. Jean D’Antoni excused absence.
A motion was made by Phil Zorda to approve the minutes of the last meeting, Dave Zambri seconded, all in favor, motion passed.
MINOR SUBDIVISION: Rob Allison represented The Jack De Stefano Family Trust. Tax map #223.00-1-10 in the Town of Roxbury. A sketch plan was presented for the subdivision of said parcel into 2 lots of 51.7 and 95.67 acres with Fred Beemer. A copy of the deed is needed. This proposal will be moved to the agenda for next month.
Duncan questioned the fact that there was a cemetery on one of the parcels that the city would own. Language may be needed confirming that the family will retain access to and use of the cemetery. Rob will look into this.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The specific steps to move forward with presentation of the Plan were reviewed, including the possibility of the Town Board and the Planning Board holding a joint public meeting. Diane will schedule the public meeting.
Duncan made some suggestions to better correlate and tighten up the Plan. He will forward these to Nan to streamline the final Plan.
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm by Joe Farleigh.
Respectfully submitted by
Jean Stone for Jean D’Antoni
NOTICE — Draft Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing, March 11, 2013
TOWN OF ROXBURY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Town of Roxbury Town Board will hold a Public Hearing on March 11, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, New York to hear all persons regarding the proposed updated Town Comprehensive Plan. A copy of the proposed Comprehensive Plan is available for inspection at the Town Clerk’s Office, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY and the Roxbury Library, 53742 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY during regular business hours and on the Town website at www.roxburyny.com. Written comments must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, Roxbury, NY 12474 by March 8, 2013.
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: Feb. 11, 2013
You can also use the links below to view the drafts online or download:
RoxburyDraftPlanMarch2013Pt1 – First part of the plan (without maps) (5.3MB)
RoxburyMapsCompressed – Maps (16.4MB)
RoxburyDraftPlanFeb2013Appendices – Appendix (6MB)
Town Board — Feb 11, 2013 Minutes
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
February 11, 2013
The regular monthly meeting of the Town Board was held February 11, 2013 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall. Present were: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray, Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman, Parks Clerk Karina Walker and 7 residents. Absent: Building Inspector William Walcutt and Attorney Kevin Young.
The Minutes of the January 2, 2013 meeting were approved on motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder.
AYES – 5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
Daniel Underwood, representing the Old School Baptist Church cemetery Association requested the Town Board consider giving a yearly subsidy to the Association for maintenance in the amount of $700-$800. It is an historical cemetery with all plots sold and very few of the families still alive to support the maintenance. Supv. Hynes stated the State allows for Town financial assistance for this type of situation. The Town Board will consider the request.
Mike Harrington of Lamont Engineers was present to discuss proposed costs of generators for the water system buildings. Information was distributed to the Town Board for six buildings that would total $135,600. It was recommended to start with PW-1 Well Treatment Station as the most critical site. The Board will review the proposal and discuss it at a later date.
A letter was received from the Watershed Agricultural Council (WAC) awarding the Town $998.04 for the development of a forestry plan for approximately 98.4 acres of forested land near the Roxbury springs. Forester, Randall Kelly will put together the plan for WAC review. The Town Board discussed the possibility of any proceeds going towards the purchase of a generator for PW-1.
Peg Ellsworth discussed the housing re-hab grant, reported on meeting with State DOT regarding the sidewalk grant monies, the new Town Hall chairs will be covered under a furniture grant, and she will compile copies of all paperwork on the stream bank restoration work that has had issues with NYSDEC stream permit approval.
Peg also requested the Town Board consider supporting the closure of County Hwy. 41 for another Busk & Bard street fair as the one is 2012 was such a success. The Board will consider the matter.
Karina Walker, Parks Clerk, reported the Greater Roxbury Business Association has been formed and requested their website be viewed, discussed issues with the restrooms in the Park, projects being worked on in cooperation with Greater Roxbury Learning Initiative (GRLIC), she will be working on the Town website, discussed Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) projects, and requested on behalf of the RHPC the Town Board appoint Martin Lerner to fill the vacancy on the Commission.
RESOLUTION #13 – APPOINT LERNER TO HISTORIC COMMISSION
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC),
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves the appointment of Martin Lerner to fill the vacancy for a three year tem for the period 2/11/13-12/31/15.”
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman reported that he has met with SEMO personnel to look at the flood work done on S. Montgomery Hollow Rd. for payment, has not gotten anything from the County yet regarding the intersection of Grant Morse Rd. and Vega Mtn. Rd., stated that some of the lights at the highway garage have been replaced and many others may be eligible under an energy program through NYSEG and requested to either bid out or auction off the Cat roller since the new roller has been received.
RESOLUTION #14 – ADVERTISE SALE OF CAT ROLLER
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to advertise for bids for the sale of the 1991 Caterpillar Roller, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the opening of said bids is to be determined at a later date.”
AYES – 5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
A reminder was given that the Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on the draft Comp Plan on February 20, 2013 at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall. A copy of the draft is on file at the Town Clerk’s office and Roxbury Library for public inspection during regular business hours. The draft is also on the Town website.
Discussion took place on cell tower issues and construction.
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the payment of $500 each to the Roxbury Sr. Club and the Grand Gorge Sr. Social Club as approved in the 2013 Town Budget.
AYES – 5 Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Town Clerk’s monthly report for January 2013 in the amount of $1,345.90 (Town Clerk $650.90 and Building Permits $695.00).
AYES – 5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Supervisor’s monthly report for December 2012.
AYES – 5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the written monthly report of the Assessor for January 2013.
AYES – 5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
A monthly report was not received from the Building Inspector.
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Justice Court for November 2012 in the amount of $4,794.00.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Justice Court for December 2012 in the amount of $3,978.50.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
No decision was made by the Town Board on the retirement reporting days of the Building Inspector for the year 2012.
RESOLUTION #15 – PUBLIC HEARING DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board will hold a Public Hearing on March 11, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, New York to hear all persons regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan.”
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
RESOLUTION #16 – ADVERTISE BIDS FOR HIGHWAY FUELS
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Hwy. Supt. to advertise for sealed bids for highway fuels, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED said bids must be received before 2:00 pm on March 11, 2013 at which time they will be opened and awarded/rejected at the Town Board meeting to be held that evening at 7:30 pm.”
AYES – 5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS – 0
RESOLUTION #17 – ADVERTISE BIDS FOR HIGHWAY MATERIAL HAULING
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Hwy. Supt. to advertise for sealed bids for highway material hauling, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED said bids must be received before 2:15 pm on March 11, 2013 at which time they will be opened and awarded/rejected at the Town Board meeting to be held that evening at 7:30 pm.”
AYES – 5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the junkyard renewal application of Martin Hagerott, dba Marty Built, Inc. located at 565 Charcoal Rd. Said renewal is for one year to expire March 31, 2014.
AYES – 5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
The draft Delaware County Hazard Mitigation Plan for the Town of Roxbury is on file at the Town Hall for public inspection during regular business hours.
The Town has requested an extension from Catskill Watershed Corp. (CWC) for the Tax Litigation Avoidance Program (TLAP) Agreement for the valuation of NYC DEP properties. Said request is through February 28, 2013.
Councilman Cronk questioned a roof replacement requiring a building permit. It was stated that some things changed with the new building codes. The Building Inspector will be contacted for response.
RESOLUTION #18 – AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF HIGHWAY MONEYS
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 284 of the Highway Law,
BE IT RESOLVED the Town Board approves the agreement for the expenditure of highway moneys in the year 2013 in the amount of $749,000 be used as follows:
1. The sum of $360,000 shall be set aside to be expended for primary work and general repairs upon 112 miles of Town highways, including sluices, culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet, and
2. The sum of $389,000 shall be set aside for the permanent improvement of town highways including N. Montgomery Hollow Rd., Autumn Breeze Rd., Sally’s Alley, Redkill Rd., Bruce Porn Rd., Frevert Rd. and various small roads in the hamlets of Roxbury and Grand Gorge.”
AYES – 5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
A letter was received from Delaware County Historical Association thanking the Town for its support of $500 in the 2013 Town Budget.
A letter was received from the Grand Gorge Sr. Social Club thanking the Town for its support of $500 in the 2013 Town Budget.
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:
| General #18-81 | $60,668.21 | Denver Sewer #2-13 | $15,591.90 |
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| Highway #5-31 | $136,510.23 | Special Lights #1-2 | $6,010.10 |
| Roxbury Water #2-12 | $2,848.16 | Capital Projects: | |
| Grand Gorge Water #2-13 | $4,372.79 | Hubb Corners Sewer #2-8 | $8,127.60 |
| Denver Water #3-14 | $2,909.87 | Lake St. Design #9 | $96.80 |
| Roxbury Sewer #4-14 | $9,683.87 | Comp Plan #10 | $628.34 |
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the meeting adjourned at 8:40 pm.
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Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Thomas S. Hynes, Supervisor
Gene Cronk, Councilman
Edward Raeder, Councilman
Allen Hinkley, Councilman
Carol Murray, Councilwoman
BID NOTICE — Highway Fuels
Pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury is soliciting sealed bids for the following materials to be delivered, unless otherwise stated, to the Town Highway Building located at 52508 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury as requested by the Highway Supt.
10,000 gallons +/- Unleaded Gasoline 87 Octane
30,000 gallons +/- Diesel Fuel
All bids must meet New York State specifications and must be accompanied by a Certificate of Non-Collusion. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Sealed bids shall be marked “HIGHWAY FUELS”. Sealed bids must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY 12474 before 2:00 pm on March 11, 2013 at which time they shall be opened. Bids will be awarded/rejected at the Town Board Meeting to be held that evening at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Stephen Schuman, Hwy. Supt.
Dated: Feb. 11, 2013
Pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury is soliciting sealed bids for the following materials to be delivered, unless otherwise stated, to the Town Highway Building located at 52508 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury as requested by the Highway Supt. 10,000 gallons +/- Unleaded Gasoline 87 Octane 30,000 gallons +/- Diesel FuelAll bids must meet New York State specifications and must be accompanied by a Certificate of Non-Collusion. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Sealed bids shall be marked “HIGHWAY FUELS”. Sealed bids must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY 12474 before 2:00 pm on March 11, 2013 at which time they shall be opened. Bids will be awarded/rejected at the Town Board Meeting to be held that evening at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
By Order of the Town BoardTown of RoxburyStephen Schuman, Hwy. Supt.Dated: Feb. 11, 2013
BID NOTICE — Material Hauling
Please take notice that the Town Board, Town of Roxbury, is seeking sealed bids for hauling materials from Schoharie, Middleburgh, Lexington, Davenport, Ashland and Oneonta, on a per ton basis to the Salt Shed storage area located on NYS Rt. 30 Roxbury.
Bids must include a Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 and a Certificate of Non-Collusion. Sealed bids shall be marked “MATERIAL HAULING”.
Sealed bids must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, Town Hall, PO Box 189, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY 12474 before 2:15 pm on March 11, 2013 at which time they shall be opened. The bids will be awarded/rejected at the Regular Meeting of the Town Board to be held that evening at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
For questions regarding this bid or to receive a bid package, please contact Steve Schuman, Highway Supt. at 607-326-4222 between the hours of 6:00 am and 2:30 pm Monday -Friday. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Stephen Schuman, Hwy. Supt.
Dated: Feb 11, 2013
NOTICE — Planning Board Public Hearing, Feb 20, 2013
TOWN OF ROXBURY PLANNING BOARD
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Town of Roxbury Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on February 20, 2013 at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, New York to hear all persons regarding the proposed updated Town Comprehensive Plan. A copy of the proposed Comprehensive Plan is available for inspection at the Town Clerk’s Office, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, New York and the Roxbury Library, 53742 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, New York during regular business hours and on the Town website at www.roxburyny.com. Written comments must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, Roxbury, NY 12474 by February 19, 2013.
By Order of the Planning Board
Town of Roxbury
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Date: January 16, 2013
Planning Board — Nov. 7, 2012 Minutes
TOWN OF ROXBURY PLANNING BOARD P.O. BOX 189 MAIN ST.ROXBURY, NY 12474
Phone (607-326-7641) Fax (607-326-7641)
Joe Farleigh, Chairman
David Cowan, Vice Chairman
Jean D’Antoni, Secretary
MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2012
PRESENT: Joseph Farleigh, Dave Cowan, Phil Zorda, Dave Zambri, Jean D’Antoni, Robert Cole, excused absence: Jean Stone and Duncan Martin.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mountainside Farms Roxbury N.Y. Mr. Michael Primmer from Delaware Engineering updated the Board on this project. Mr. Primmer presented the following items to the Board. Completed Town of Roxbury application for site permit review, tax map showing the location of the existing wastewater treatment plant which is also the site of the future plant, an aerial photo of the construction area and proposed temporary construction storage and spoils area, a topographical map of the impacted area showing the construction area and the temporary storage area. A section copy of the Delaware County Tax map with owners of abutting parcels within 500 feet of the property line. A copy of the Town of Roxbury Building Code Ordinance Building Permit for the upgrade project. Residents of abutting parcels reviewed the plans and there was no objection to the plan. Submitted receipts of mailings to surrounding home owners.
CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING:
Open Meeting: Meeting called to order. Minutes of October 17, 2012 were motioned for approval by Dave Zambri, seconded by Phil Zorda, all in favor, motioned carried.
Boundary Line Adjustment: Verona Country Store Grand Gorge NY. Michael DeGroat representing Mr. Verona. Tax Map # 91.2-4-5 and 91.2-4-4. Lot consolidation of adjacent lots upon which Country Store is located to form one lot of 1.120 acres upon which all improvements are located. North Westerly corner intersection of NYS Route 23 and NYS Route 30, Hamlet of Grand Gorge. Motion to approve this boundary line adjustment by Phil Zorda, seconded by Dave Cowan, all in favor, motion approved. Check for $40.00 was received; check #3977 10/30/12.
SUBDIVISION: Robert Allison representing Mrs.Adeline Wojciechowski Lower Meeker Hollow Road Roxbury NY. Would like to subdivide parcel 177.-1-1 into two lots and adjust boundary line to incorporate purchased corner parcel 155-2-9.111. Total acreage 107. Will need new survey map and deep pit testing, notice to be sent to adjoining property owners. Will classify as a minor subdivision. This property is also in the Ag district. Public hearing in January 2013 agenda.
SUBDIVISION: Barbara Evangelista 2 lot subdivision Sally’s Alley Denver Vega. Tax Map # 179-1-1-2 and 179-1-1.6. New deed was presented showing the subdivided parcel. SEQR form filled out, soil tests submitted, submitted receipts of surrounding home owners notification. Received check for $50.00 check #1334. Motion to approve this minor subdivision by Dave Cowan, seconded by Robert Cole, all in favor, motion carried.
Motion to approve negative declaration by Dave Cowan, seconded by Robert Cole, all infavor, motion carried.
The Board met with the Town Board members in reviewing the Comprehensive Plan.Packets were given out for review. Joe Farleigh gave an update on the workings of the Comprehensive Plan to date. Suggestions were made and the Town Board felt they needed some more time to review the Plan.
Mountainside Farms: Joe Farleigh and Board filled out Long Form SEQR form and Environmental assessment SEQR form filled out. Motion to declare negative declaration of environmental impact by Phil Zorda, seconded by Dave Cowan, all in favor, motion carried. Motion to approve this under our Site Plan Review by Phil Zorda, seconded byRobert Cole, all in favor, motion carried. Check received on November 28, 2012 for$150.00 for Site Plan Review.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm by Joe Farleigh, seconded by Jean D’Antoni, all in favor, Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted by:
Jean D’Antoni
NOTICE — Planning Board Meeting Schedule
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Planning Board will not hold a meeting in December 2012. The next regular meeting of the Planning Board will be held January 16, 2013 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY.
By Order of the Roxbury Planning Board
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Dated: Nov. 7, 2012
Announcing New Hours for the Roxbury Library
The Roxbury Library Association wishes to notify the public of new hours for the Roxbury Library, RLA Thrift Shoppe, and Irma Mae Griffin History Room. Beginning on Monday, July 2, 2012, the Roxbury Library will be open to library, thrift shoppe, and history room patrons on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
The Roxbury Library Association welcomes the public to join the Roxbury Library and check out new and classic books and DVD’s and to visit the RLA Thrift Shoppe and Irma Mae Griffin History Room.
For information on the diverse community services provided by the Roxbury Library, please contact Roxbury Library Director Dian Seiler or Roxbury Library Clerk Helen Faraci at (607)-326-7901.
Located at 53742 State Highway 30, the Roxbury Library is directly opposite the town’s United Methodist Church on Main Street.
Town Board — Minutes, Dec. 8, 2011
December 8, 2011
A Special Meeting of the Town Board was held December 8, 2011 at 4:00 pm at the Town Hall. Present were: Supv. Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Stephen Walker and 7 residents.
The meeting was called to discuss the renewed hamlet designation with residents within the Grand Gorge area and to discuss any other business that may come before the Board. Said residents includes Dennis & Joan Moore, Earl & Glenda Krom, Charles & Cherie Serrie (representing owner Lila Conro)
Residents questioned and expressed concerns with how the 1997 properties for inclusion were determined, no mailings in 1997 to notify property owners of inclusion, concerns with getting different answers from Delaware County Planning Board, Town Board and attorney and why wasn’t the 2011 renewal designation tabled until correct information was received regarding owners who requested to be omitted from the designated area, why property owners were denied being taken out when they requested it, stated the designations being unfair to property owners who have paid taxes for all these years by limiting what they can now do with their property when selling, questioned if the Town can now decide to exempt properties that DEP may be interested in purchasing and questioned what their next step should be.
The Board discussed how the area was originally chosen as a select number of acres were needed in each area. Supv. Hynes will set up another meeting with owners and Nicole Franzese of the Delaware Planning Dept. and Atty. Kevin Young.
In other business, the Board discussed correspondence from a property owner on Fist-O-Funk Blvd. who would like to turn his property over to the Town. The Board will search into the property further before making a decision.
Discussion took place on the large number of open building permits on file.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the meeting adjourned at 5:20 pm.
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Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Thomas S. Hynes, Supervisor
Gene Cronk, Councilman
Edward Raeder, Councilman
Allen Hinkley, Councilman
Stephen Walker, Councilman
Town Board — Minutes, Nov. 14, 2011
November 14, 2011
An emergency Special Meeting of the Town Board was held November 14, 2011 at 7:00 at the Town Hall. Present were: Supervisor Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Stephen Walker and 3 residents.
The meeting was called to discuss the assessor position and any other business that may come before the Board.
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the following unpaid water amounts to go on the 2012 Town/County tax bills: Denver Water District $109.20, Grand Gorge Water District $7,546.14 and Roxbury Water District $4,663.76.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Walker, Hynes
NAYS – 0
RESOLUTION #44 – NEG DEC ON COLD SPRING RD> SLOPE REMEDIATION
On motion of Stephen Walker second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and approved:
“WHEREAS, during the 2011 incident period of August 28 the Town of Roxbury experienced heavy rains and flooding associated with the remnants of hurricane Irene;
WHEREAS, the Town of Roxbury has determined that immediate repair/remediation is necessary due to the resulting damage/undercutting to the toe of the supporting embankment and a slope failure along Cold Spring Road; and
WHEREAS, the possible environmental impacts of the Cold Spring Road Slope Remediation have been considered by the Town Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board has determined that
the Cold Spring Road Slope Remediation will not have significant adverse impacts on the environment, and that the project qualifies as an emergency under 6 NYCRR §617.5(b)(33), and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to take such further steps as might be necessary to implement the project as soon as possible to protect public health.”
AYES – 5 Walker, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS – 0
Assessor Robert Breglio was present to discuss his report given to the Board and a possible contract, re-val process, assessing process, office staff and requested a GIS program. Atty. Young will be contacted to prepare a draft contract.
RESOLUTION #45 – CONTRACT FOR SOLE ASSESSOR
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and approved:
RESOLVED the Town Board approves entering into a contract for services with Robert Breglio for assessor services with a start date of 12/1/11 to work with the current Assessor and to be Sole Assessor as of 1/1/12.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the terms for pay, hours, etc. is to be negotiated with the Town Board.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Walker, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board authorizes the Town Clerk to advertise for the position of Community Resource Clerk.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Walker, Hynes
NAYS – 0
Building Inspector issues were discussed. The Personnel Committee will meet with the building inspector to discuss those issues.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the meeting adjourned at 8:50 pm.
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Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Thomas S. Hynes, Supervisor
Gene Cronk, Councilman
Edward Raeder, Councilman
Allen Hinkley, Councilman
Stephen Walker, Councilman
Happy Holidays from RAG
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Wishing you and your family a Happy Holiday season
and a Healthy and Happy New Year!
Last Minute Gifts!
We have a small supply of tee shirts, totes and hats that would make great last-minute gifts. Give the gift that shows your support of the arts!
Vintage Tees – $3.
Baseball Caps – $15.
Tote Bags – $18.
Gift Certificates – Available in any amount
Call 607-326-7908 or stop by!
A Live Radio Play! Grinch with a TWIST
Our annual radio play “Grinch with a TWIST will be rebroadcast on WIOX 91.3FM, Wednesday evening on “Love on the Rox” at 10pm; Friday, December 23 on “RAGtime” at 9am; and Sunday, December 25 at 9am.
Coming to the Roxbury Arts Group in 2012:
Michael Fauerbach: A Retrospective
Opening Reception January 14, 2012 2-4pm
An exhibit featuring the work of Michael Fauerbach.
Food, Glorious Food
Film series late January through March 2012
A series of films about food featuring appetizers and treats followed by a Q&A with film maker, actress and director Dorothy Lyman.
THE ROXBURY ARTS GROUP
“Your Community Multi-Arts Center”
PO Box 93, Roxbury, NY 124741
607.326.7908
fax: 1.607-326.7367
NOTICE — Town Board Meetings Dec. 28 / Jan. 3
The Town Board, Town of Roxbury, will hold a Special Meeting on December 28, 2011 at 4:00 pm at the Town Hall for the purpose of concluding all business for the year 2011. The Organizational Meeting will be held on January 3, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
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By Order of the Town Board
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Town of Roxbury
Dated: Dec. 12, 2011
NOTICE — Grand Gorge Fire District Organizational Meeting on Jan. 4
Please take notice that the organizational meeting for the Grand Gorge Fire District of the Town of Roxbury, County of Delaware, New York, will be held on the 4th day of January, 2012, at 7 o’clock p.m. on that day at the Grand Gorge Firehouse, 60753 St. Hwy 30, Grand Gorge NY 12434.
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This notification is being given to the news media pursuant to the provisions of Section 94 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York.
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By order of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Grand Gorge Fire District.
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Gail Miner, Secretary
Grand Gorge Fire District
NOTICE — Special Town Board Meeting, Dec. 8
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Town Board will hold a Special Meeting on December 8, 2011 at 4:00 pm at the Town Hall to discuss the Hamlet Designation with some residents of Grand Gorge and to discuss any other business that may come before the Board.
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: Nov. 30, 2011
Help Wanted
The Town of Roxbury is seeking a part time (15 hours per week) community resource associate to help oversee and implement tasks such as event planning and project oversight, coordination and documentation of meetings, forums, and support for and follow up for community based projects and programs; assist in the scheduling and oversight of community based activities as well as private functions in Kirkside Park. Successful candidates must have strong writing skills, be organized, self motivated and experienced in using web based technologies such as Google apps and calendars and social media applications as marketing tools. Candidates must also be well versed in MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint and have polished public relations, communications and problem solving skills. Some knowledge of grant administration and experience working with State and Federal funding agencies a plus. Please send letter of interest and resume via email to Peg Ellsworth at peg@markproject.org and cc Diane Pickett, Roxbury Town Clerk at townclerk@roxburyny.com
Job Description
Historic Preservation Commission: Associate will be responsible for the organization and documentation of all Preservation Commission correspondence and actions. This includes, but is not limited to: Scheduling meetings, sending reminders, reviewing applications for completeness and scanning and emailing applications to the commission. Associate will also be required to attend meetings and record the minutes. Minutes MUST be sent to the commission one week prior to the next monthly meeting and once approved be filed with the Town Clerk two days past the monthly meeting date. These minutes must also be posted on the Web.
Community Activities: Associate will help develop, coordinate, promote and implement community activities and events for the benefit of the town. Department will support existing events in anyway possible and take the lead in new and creative event development, assist with funding, volunteer recruitment, and overall program oversight in coordination with the MARK Project.
Support for existing programs and community leadership: Department will offer support for existing projects such as the comprehensive plan update and other community based activities. It will also be the representative for the town at local, regional and state meetings concerning tourism, Main Street Revitalization and other community initiatives.
Associate will be responsible to work with website administrators to ensure roxburyny.com remain updated and fresh. This includes photographs and other necessary graphics.