Orphic Gallery - Reading and book signing on Saturday, October 4th, 2014, with author Anthony Robustelli
The Orphic Gallery cordially invites you to a reading and book signing on Saturday, October 4th, 2014 from 1-3 pm with author Anthony Robustelli featuring his newest book I Want to Tell You. The Orphic Gallery is located at the Roxbury Corner Store at 53525 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY, at the corner of Main and Bridge Streets.
Anthony Robustelli is a producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, singer and author of I Want To Tell You – The Definitive Guide To The Music Of The Beatles Volume 1: 1962/1963. With I Want to Tell You, Robustelli takes the reader on an unparalleled journey behind the scenes of some of the world’s most iconic music by truly the world’s most iconic group, The Beatles. In his in depth, song-by-song analysis, told as only a musician and die-hard fan can, he peels back the layers of The Beatles’ recordings. In doing so, he tells a compelling story of how their music came to be and why it was destined to turn the pop and rock ‘n roll music scene on its ear — not just for the time — but forever.
A noted Beatles expert, Anthony also hosts The Beatles Multi Track Meltdown, a radio show on internet radio station BeatlesARama.com. The weekly show features stripped down, deconstructed mixes of classic Beatles songs highlighting different instruments and vocals in a truly new and eye-opening way. Imagine sitting in the control room at EMI studios and having the opportunity to peel away the layers of a song, discovering new elements that you never knew existed, yet are integral to these iconic songs. The Beatles Multi Track Meltdown is the closest you can get to that experience. Anthony also takes the show on the road for a live show that includes the stripped down mixes together with rare video footage. He is very excited to be bringing the live Multi Track Meltdown to The Orphic Gallery in Roxbury, NY for the last weekend of Bob Gruen’s Rock Scene exhibit.
When not busy with Beatles related activities Anthony, heads his own recording studio, Shady Bear Productions, which has facilities in Brooklyn and The Catskill Mountains. Shady Bear Productions counts a number of high-profile commercial clients among its roster including H & M, Head & Shoulders, 1-800 Flowers and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. Known for their “non-jingle jingle,” Shady Bear Productions continues to be in demand for those clients seeking a more edgy tone and feel.
As a musician, Anthony has played and toured with nationally recognized acts including the late, great Bo Diddley, Gloria Gaynor, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Kelly Price, The Jungle Brothers and Brian Jackson. His career highlights include opening for Sir Paul McCartney in front of more than 100,000 fans at the U.K.’s famed Glastonbury Festival. Additionally, Anthony has shared the stage with acts including The Black Eyed Peas, Santana, Wu Tang Clan, Ben Harper, Taj Mahal, Ziggy Marley and Buddy Guy.
Anthony is a prolific writer who has six albums to his credit, Another Fatal Blow, Grown Tired of the Con, Comfort is so Rare and a six-movement straight-ahead jazz suite, entitled Travels of a Lost Soul. His music has been featured in multiple award-winning independent films and documentaries.
Anthony is a graduate of New York University and has a Bachelor’s degree in jazz performance and a Master’s degree in Education. He lives with his wife Sharon and daughter Ella in Brooklyn, NY and the Catskill Mountains.
At his presentation at the Orphic Gallery on October 4th, Anthony will read selections from I Want to Tell You, play and discuss excepts from The Beatles Multi Track Meltdown, and sign copies of his book which will be available for purchase through Yesterday’s News, the gallery’s darling retail unit.
For further information on I WANT TO TELL YOU or the Orphic Gallery, please contact Phillip Lenihan at 607-326-6045 or phil@orphicgallery.com.
http://www.orphicgallery.com
http://www.anthonyrobustelli. com
Public Notice - Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire District public hearing on Tuesday 10/21/14 at 7:00 p.m
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire District will hold a public hearing on Tuesday 10/21/14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Roxbury Fire House located at 53613 State Highway 30, Roxbury NY 12474 on the proposed 2015 District Budget. Copies of the proposed budget are available for inspection during regular office hours at the Office of the Town Clerk.
In addition, the Commissioners will hold their regular October meeting on 10/21/14, immediately following the hearing, to act on the budget and to discuss and act on district business.
By Order of Roxbury Fire Commissioners
Edie Mesick, Secretary
Dated: 9/27/14
Notice - Special Meeting, Roxbury Town Board - September 25, 2014
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Town Board will hold a Special Meeting on September 25, 2014 at 4:30 pm at the Town Hall to discuss highway contract matters and any other business that may come before the Board. Said highway contract matters are expected to be discussed in Executive Session.
By Order of the Town Board
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: Sept. 23, 2014
Public Hearing - Town of Roxbury Planning Board - October 15, 2014
PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Roxbury Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing, pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law on the application(s) of Wojciechowski – Tax Map #177.-1-1 – Lower Meeker Hollow Rd. – 3 lot subdivision for the approval of a subdivision plat.
SAID HEARING will be held on October 15, 2014 at the Roxbury Town Hall, 53690 St. Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY at 7:30 pm, at which time all interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard.
By Order of the Roxbury Planning Board
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Zonder Kennedy to Perform at Orphic Gallery on Saturday, September 20
You are cordially invited to a live musical performance by Zonder Kennedy and the Scoville Junkies on Saturday, September 20th at 4 pm at Roxbury’s Orphic Gallery - where art and music collide.
You are cordially invited to a live musical performance by Zonder Kennedy and the Scoville Junkies on Saturday, September 20th at 4 pm at Roxbury’s Orphic Gallery – where art and music collide. The band’s scorching blues/punk is very familiar to patrons of the Orphic Gallery having performed on the deck at the gallery’s grand opening in 2012 and two other notable appearances since then.
Zonder Kennedy and The Scoville Junkies have established a new bar for incendiary modern blues – music that echoes the genre’s deep past, but reverberates into the future with daring arrangement, high energy and a keen, lean ‘n’ dirty sound. The band is made up of Zonder Kennedy on guitar, Ari Huff on bass, and Bruce Martin of the Tom Tom Club on drums. On Saturday evening Zonder and bandmates will serve up a sizzling selection of original works and choice covers from artists such as Bob Dylan, Depeche Mode & Johnny Cash, Tom Waits and others.
Zonder has led an adventurous life ricocheting around the world playing guitar with the likes of John Campbell and Doyle Bramhill, Sr. But in his solo career Zonder has truly developed a singular, distinctive style combining locally sourced blues with artisanal rock in a scorching musical potage. Bruce Martin is a highly accomplished percussionist and multi-instrumentalist who has performed for the past twenty years with The Tom Tom Club and a host of other musical acts including Carly Simon, Dr. John, Cindy Lauper, Andy Summers, Cassandra Wilson, Christopher Walken, Pine Top Perkins, and Bull Moose Jackson.
On Saturday, September 20th, Zonder Kennedy and The Scoville Junkies will bring their edgy, hard-chiseled six-string attack back to The Orphic Gallery where they will begin at 4 pm and play until 8 pm. The performance is open to the public, all ages, dogs on leash. The gallery is located at the corner of Main & Bridge Streets in Roxbury.
For more information call 607-326-6045 or see orphicgallery.com and zonderkennedy.com.
September 15, 2014 - Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held September 15, 2014 at 7:12 p.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell on conference call, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, Philip Lenihan, Nicole Haroldson on conference call.
September 15, 2014
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held September 15, 2014 at 7:12 p.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell on conference call, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, Philip Lenihan, Nicole Haroldson on conference call.
On motion of Lewis Wendell seconded by Philip Lenihan June’s minutes were approved.
AYES-4 Philip Lenihan, Michael Mathis, By phone Lewis Wendell & Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
On motion by Michael Mathis seconded by Lewis Wendell August minutes were approved.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Lewis Wendell-by phone, Philip Lenihan
NAYS-0
Lewis Wendell to follow up with Carolynn Faraci to insure that a approval letter has been sent regarding the Hamil/Anderson application.
Michael Mathis noted that the Town Attorney informed Carolynn that a Building Permit has been issued to Darrell Later. Town Attorney to provide a letter of explanation to Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission.
Lewis Wendell has received prototype plaque from Catskill Castings. Changes to Prototype have been communicated to Catskill Castings. Final to come.
Photo-shopped diagram to be submitted by Lewis Wendell to Town Board for proposed Public Parking signage on Main Street Roxbury.
On motion by Lewis Wendell seconded by Philip Lenihan meeting adjourned at 7:25.
AYES-3 Lewis Wendell-by Phone, Philip Lenihan, Michael Mathis
NOTICE: Auditions for “The Variety Show: A Catskill Follies Fundraiser for the Roxbury Arts Group
Do you have a song, perform interactive magic acts, enjoy being in comedy sketches, or have another kind of act you would like the Roxbury Arts Group to see? The Roxbury Arts Group wants you!
Do you have a song, perform interactive magic acts, enjoy being in comedy sketches, or have another kind of act you would like the Roxbury Arts Group to see? The Roxbury Arts Group wants you! Do you enjoy helping behind the scenes? Then you too should come to one of the audition dates! Auditions are scheduled for Thursday, September 18th from 6 to 8 pm, Saturday, September 20th from Noon to 3 pm and Sunday, September 21st from 1 to 3 pm at the Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury, NY. Anyone auditioning should bring what they need for the audition and singers may bring an accompanist, or sing a cappella. Acts who get a spot in “The Variety Show” will be given a dvd of the entire show as a gesture of appreciation and thanks for helping the Roxbury Arts Group with this fundraiser. All ages are encouraged to audition. Appointments are not required. “The Variety Show: A Catskill Follies Fundraiser for the Roxbury Arts Group”, will be held on Saturday, November 15th in the Roxbury Arts Center. For more information please call 607.326.7908 or visit roxburyartsgroup.org.
A Gallery Exhibit: ‘Inspired by Quilts’ Opening Reception
You are invited to the Opening and Artist Reception for the newest exhibit in the Walt Meade Gallery – ‘Inspired by Quilts’. This group exhibit is inspired by the history, traditions and aesthetics of quilts and is expressed through mixed media, collage, photography, paintings, and stained glass. Exhibiting artists include Christine Alexander, Kacey Chuilli, Frank Manzo, Helene Manzo, Elaine Grandy, Roshan Houshmand, Margaret Leveson, Lynn Palumbo, Nat Thomas, Ros Welchman, and Bea Wolert.
F O R I M M E D I A T E R E L E A S E
The Roxbury Arts Group invites you to A Gallery Exhibit: ‘Inspired by Quilts’ Opening Reception A Drop In Art Quilting Class
Saturday, September 20, 2014
Walt Meade Gallery located in the Roxbury Arts Center
5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury, NY 12474
607.326.7908 and roxburyartsgroup.org
You are invited to the Opening and Artist Reception for the newest exhibit in the Walt Meade Gallery – ‘Inspired by Quilts’. This group exhibit is inspired by the history, traditions and aesthetics of quilts and is expressed through mixed media, collage, photography, paintings, and stained glass. Exhibiting artists include Christine Alexander, Kacey Chuilli, Frank Manzo, Helene Manzo, Elaine Grandy, Roshan Houshmand, Margaret Leveson, Lynn Palumbo, Nat Thomas, Ros Welchman, and Bea Wolert. The Opening Artist Reception will take place on Saturday, September 20, 4:00-6:00 PM. Artists will be in attendance to meet and greet the public. Locally produced refreshments will be served. ‘Inspired by Quilts’ exhibition will be on display through November 8, 2014, in the Walt Meade Gallery located in the Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury, NY 12474.
‘Inspired by Quilts’ is a compliment to the upcoming Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame Biennial Event hosted by the Roxbury Arts Group on September 27 & 28. For those who wish to have a hand’s on experience with quilting, there will be a Drop In Art Class taking place just prior to the ‘Inspired by Quilts’ Opening. Catskill Mountain Quilter Hall of Famer Frances Archibald and Pat Cumming will lead the Drop In Art Class, on Saturday, September 20, from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Participants will create a ‘2-block Table Runner’ (14 x 28 inches) using a traditional 9-patch 2-block design.
For more information about the Quitling workshop, the Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame Biennial Event, the reception for the Inspired by Quilts exhibition and all Roxbury Arts Group events please visit www.roxburyartsgroup.org or call 607.326.7908.
Programs offered by the Roxbury Arts Group in 2014 are supported by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, the Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the NYS Legislature, 2014 Season Sponsor WIOX Community Radio 91.3 FM, and by the generosity of our business sponsors and individual donors like you.
Notice - 2014 Tire Day, October 11
The 2014 Tire Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 11.
Bid Notice - No. 2 Fuel Oil
BID NOTICE
Pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury, will receive sealed bids for approximately 9,000 gallons +/- of No. 2 Fuel Oil to be delivered as needed to various buildings in the Town. This bid will be for the 2014/2015 heating season.
All bids must meet New York State specifications and must be accompanied by a certificate of non-collusion.
Bids shall be marked “FUEL OIL BID” and must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY 12474 no later than 2:00 pm on October 10, 2014 at which time they shall be opened. The bid will be awarded at the Regular Monthly Meeting of the Town Board to be held October 13, 2014 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: September 8, 2014
September 2014 Roxbury Library Association Tuesday Forum Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Person: Dian Seiler, Director, Roxbury Library
Telephone and Fax: (607)-326-7901
The Roxbury Library Association will open the 2014-2015 RLA Tuesday Forum season with a potluck luncheon at the Roxbury Library on Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at 12:00 noon. RLA Tuesday Forum Coordinator Julia A. Menne cordially requests that each attendee bring a dish to pass, as well as a place setting.
The Roxbury Library Association welcomes the public to all RLA Tuesday Forum programs, activities, and gatherings, which are free of charge.
Located at 53742 State Highway 30, the Roxbury Library is directly opposite the town’s United Methodist Church on Main Street.
For details about the September 9, 2014, potluck luncheon and about upcoming RLA Tuesday Forum programs, activities, and gatherings, please contact Roxbury Library Director Dian Seiler or Roxbury Library Clerk Helen Faraci at (607)-326-7901.
Town Board Meeting Agenda - September 8, 2014
ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Regular Meeting
September 8, 2014
Town Hall
Call To Order 7:30 pm
Minutes August 11th Regular Meeting
Requests to Speak:
Department Reports:
Water / Sewer
Planning
Building & Grounds
Highway
Assessor
Building Inspector
Community Resources
Old Business
New Business
Letters to the Board:
Sarah Cronk – resignation letter School Crossing Guard
Martin Lerner – resignation letter Historic Preservation Commission
Lewis Wendell – requesting a “Parking” sign for Town lot beside old family health building
Discussion from residents
Audits
ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION
· Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for August 2014
· Resolution – Supervisor’s monthly Report for July 2014
· Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for August 2014
· Resolution – Justice Court monthly report for July 2014
· Resolution – HUD Program funds monthly report for August 2014
· Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for July 2014
· Resolution – monthly water receipts report for August 2014 (Denver-GG-Roxbury)
· Resolution – advertise for Fuel Oil bids (open October 10th @ 2:00 pm)
· Resolution – School Crossing guard
· Resolution – Historic Preservation Commission Member (term thru 12/31/15)
· Resolution – reappoint Robert Sanford to Board of Assessment Review thru 9/30/2019
· Uniform Assessment Standards
· Violation Order to Remedy –Caroline Lilly property
· Structures found by Assessor without Building Permits
· Roxbury Central School water hookup for bus garage
· Martin Menne water issue
· Planning Board issues (secretary & alternate members)
REMINDER: Highway Contract expires 12/31/14
ONGOING ISSUES
· Truck lawsuit status
Notice - Roxbury Town Board Special Meeting, Sept. 8, 2014
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Town Board will hold a Special Meeting on September 8, 2014 at 4:30 pm at the Town Hall to discuss 2015 salaries and Highway Contract. Said discussion is a Personnel matter and is expected to take place in Executive Session. The regular monthly meeting of the Town Board will be held at 7:30 pm that evening at the Town Hall.
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Town of Roxbury
Dated: Sept. 3, 2014
Lifeline Awareness Week Sept. 8-14, 2014
Click here for information on the Lifeline Discount Telephone Service!
NOTICE - Auditions for “The Variety Show: A Catskills Folly Fundraiser for the Roxbury Arts Group”
Do you have a song, perform interactive magic acts, enjoy being in comedy sketches, or have another kind of act you would like the Roxbury Arts Group to see? The Roxbury Arts Group wants you! Do you enjoy helping behind the scenes? Then you too should come to one of the audition dates! Auditions are scheduled for Thursday, September 18th from 6 to 8 pm, Saturday, September 20th from Noon to 3 pm and Sunday, September 21st from 1 to 3 pm at the Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury, NY. Anyone auditioning should bring what they need for the audition and singers may bring an accompanist, or sing a cappella. Acts who get a spot in “The Variety Show” will be given a dvd of the entire show as a gesture of appreciation and thanks for helping the Roxbury Arts Group with this fundraiser. All ages are encouraged to audition. Appointments are not required. “The Variety Show: A Catskills Folly Fundraiser for the Roxbury Arts Group”, will be held on Saturday, November 15th in the Roxbury Arts Center. For more information please call 607.326.7908 or visit roxburyartsgroup.org.
Town Board Unapproved Minutes – August 11, 2014
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
August 11, 2014
The regular meeting of the Town Board was held August 11, 2014 at 7:30 pm at the Grand Gorge Civic Center. PRESENT: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray, Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman, Assessor Robert Breglio and 15 residents. ABSENT: Councilman Gene Cronk and Attorney Kevin Young.
The Minutes of the July 14, 2014 meeting were approved on motion of Edward Raeder second by Allen Hinkley.
AYES – 4 Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
ABSENT – 1 Cronk
Robert Breglio, Assessor, gave the Town Board a written report and hi-lited certain items including: the verification portion of the revaluation is 90% complete, requested the Town Board adopt the Uniform Assessment Standards published by the Office of Real Property Tax Services in September 2011 and discussed finding 5 new structures built without a building permit that have been reported to the Building Inspector.
Councilman Gene Cronk arrived to the meeting at 7:45 pm.
Peg Ellsworth stated the CDBG Program involves 16 properties where 4 have been completed and 10 are in progress, discussed issues with contractor insurances, stated plans for Labor Dar are shaping up for picnics, music and fireworks. Carolynn Faraci, Parks Clerk, stated WI-FI is now available at the park, the summer youth program will end August 14th, park bookings continue into 2015 and the final movie in the park scheduled for August 21st has been moved to the Roxbury Arts building due to cold nights.
Stephen Schuman, Highway Supt. stated stone and oil roads have been completed except for Mac More Rd. and Lake St., reclamation in the gravel bank has begun, CHIPS monies are expected in September, work is underway to prepare roads now for next year resurfacing, discussed repairs on equipment where Councilman Cronk would like to see more repairs being done in house and not sent out, culverts have been replaced on Old Ferris Farm Rd., and discussed the possibility of rising salt prices.
Supv. Hynes stated a water leak has been detected on Vega Mountain Rd and may possibly be under the road. The line currently feeds three buildings. The matter will be looked into further for repairs and possibly installing three separate service lines.
Darrell Slater expressed concerns with not yet receiving a building permit on his Main St. property. The property is in the Historic District and requires an application to the Historic Preservation Commission for review before the building permit can be issued. The Town Clerk’s Office notifies the Historic Commission of any building permits submitted for work in the Historic District. The building permit was received after the Historic Commission convened in July and Mr. Slater stated he refuses to submit an application to the Historic Commission and added he will continue to work on the building but requested that his building permit be issued. Supv. Hynes requested Mr. Slater attend the Historic Commission’s next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2014 where they will review the matter and a determination will be made, however, Mr. Slater stated he would be on vacation then.
Edward Dalski questioned the status of cell service for the area. Councilman Allen Hinkley says Delaware County Emergency Services is close to submitting an application to replace the tower on Jump Brook Rd. that will hopefully attract carriers to sign on for the needed service. Mr. Hinkley also requested residents to contact their state legislators regarding the matter. Mr. Dalski also requested flower barrels for Main St. Roxbury as the ones in Stamford look so nice lining the street. It was stated, for several years, Roxbury Rotary Club did barrels on Main St. but the barrels got broken so only the flower beds at the ends of the hamlet are now being done and added the group has received a donation to be used for flowers next year. Grand Gorge also has flower barrels lining the street.
David Martin questioned the status of electric installation on two light poles in Grand Gorge for wreaths and playground materials. When NYSEG replaced the poles a couple of years ago, they also took the wreath hookups. Supv. Hynes stated both items are already being looked into.
A letter was received from Randy VonBernewitz and John Kowatch requesting hookup to Roxbury water and sewer for a garage they just purchased in the hamlet of Roxbury.
RESOLUTION #35 – WATER/SEWER HOOKUP VON BERNEWITZ & KOWATCH
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, John Kowatch and Randy Von Bernewitz have requested water and sewer hookup to their garage on Lake St., Tax Map #157.3-2-44; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Water District Law, the water district will supply the curb box but the costs for installation of the curb box and the water service line shall be at the expense of the owner; and
WHEREAS, the water district will supply and install the water meter at no cost to the owner; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Sewer Use Law, the application for sewer lateral registration is a fee of $100 and the installation of the sewer street lateral (stub) and the installation of the sewer service line shall be at the expense of the owner; and
WHEREAS, the installation of the above mentioned items shall be under the supervision of the Water Operator and Sewer Inspector as applicable;
NOW,THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves of water and sewer hookup to Tax Map #157.3-2-44 provided the above mentioned conditions and costs are adhered to.
AYES – Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion o Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Town Clerk’s monthly report for July 2014 in the amount of $2,564.92 (Town Clerk $1,174.92 and Building Permits $1,390.00)
AYES – 5 Murray, Hinkley Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Supervisor’s monthly report for June 2014.
AYES – 5 Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the Assessor’s monthly report for July 2014.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Justice Court monthly report for June 2014 in the amount of $3,018.25.
AYES – 5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the monthly report of HUD Program fund balance in the amount of $216,235.00.
AYES – Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Building Inspector monthly report for July 2014.
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the monthly water receipts report for July 2014 in the following amounts: Denver Water $3,353.45; Grand Gorge Water $2,872.69 and Roxbury Water $5,223.77.
AYES – 5 Raeder, Hinkley, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
RESOLUTION #36 – STANDARD WORK DAY AND REPORTING RESOLUTION FOR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Roxbury /XXXXX hereby establishes the following standard work days for these titles and will report the officials to the New York State and Local Retirement System based on timekeeping systems records or their record of activities:
AYES – 5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS – 0
RESOLUTION # 37 – In the Matter of Authorizing the Town Attorney To Execute Settlement Agreement for the following case: Verizon New York, Inc. v. Town of Roxbury, et al.,
“WHEREAS, Verizon New York, Inc. filed a Real Property Tax Law (“RPTL”) Article 7 Petition against the Town alleging that the assessed value of its property designated as Tax Map Nos. 1.-48-12 and 1.-48-13 were excessive and should be reduced; and
WHEREAS, in order to eliminate the need for litigation, based on the advice of counsel and the Town’s Assessor, Robert Breglio, the Town Board has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town to settle the above referenced RPTL Article 7 Petition for the 2011, 2012, and 2013 tax years; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS BY THE
TOWN BOARD OF ROXBURY, DELAWARE COUNTY, NEW YORK:
The Town Board authorizes the Town Attorney to execute the Stipulation of Settlement between Verizon New York, Inc. and Town of Roxbury.
Town Board Member Allen Hinkley so moved; Town Board Member Edward Raeder Seconded, and the Town Board voted as follows:
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
Sarah Cronk has given a verbal resignation as School Crossing Guard. The position will be advertised.
When questioned on status of the Highway contract renewal, Councilman Allen Hinkley stated the Personnel Committee is still in negotiations with the Highway Association.
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:
General #270-331 $46,744.03
Special Lights #10-11 $1,929.43
Highway #166-191 $51,920.37
Capital Projects:
Roxbury Water #41-49 $7,328.01
HUD Program #12 $20,965.00
Grand Gorge Water #43-52 $3,208.00
Kirk. Park Construction #13 $3,279.00
Denver Water #38-45 $3,645.73
Kirk. Park Programs $572.00
Roxbury Sewer #44-48 $7,114.83
Other: Lake St Project $2,242.80
Denver Sewer #69-81 $16,668.95
AYES – 5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
The Town Clerk reported she has not been able to sell DEC Sporting licenses due to problems with the licenses printing incorrectly. Calls have been made to DEC so they are aware of the problem but no corrective action has been obtained yet.
No decision was made on the Martin Menne water issue.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the meeting adjourned at 8:30 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
Notice - School Crossing Guard for the 2014/2015 School Year Wanted
The Town of Roxbury is seeking to fill the part-time position of School Crossing Guard for the 2014/2015 school year. Applicants must be 16+ years of age and available school days 7:30am – 8:00am and 2:55pm – 3:15pm and during early dismissals.
The Town of Roxbury is seeking to fill the part-time position of School Crossing Guard for the 2014/2015 school year. Applicants must be 16+ years of age and available school days 7:30am – 8:00am and 2:55pm – 3:15pm and during early dismissals. Applicants should send a letter of interest to the Roxbury Town Clerk, PO Box 189, Roxbury, NY 12474 and may contact the Town Clerk’s Office for more information at 607-326-7641 M-F during regular business hours. The Town of Roxbury is an Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer.
Notice-Special Meeting of the Town of Roxbury Planning Board-August 28, 2014
NOTICE
A Special Meeting of the Town of Roxbury Planning Board will be held August 28, 2014, at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY to discuss the subdivision application of Edward Irwin and any other business that may come before the Planning Board.
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Roxbury Planning Board
Dated: Aug. 21, 2014
Orphic Gallery Presents Bob Gruen - ‘Rock Seen’ Rock & Roll Photography Exhibition
The Orphic Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of photographs from legendary rock photographer Bob Gruen. The show will present 46 photographs of rock greats including John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, The Clash, Debbie Harry, The Ramones and more.
August 29 – October 5
53525 New York 30 (corner of Main and Bridge) Roxbury, NY
Reception for the Artist and Book Signing Friday, August 29, 5-8 pm
The Orphic Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of photographs from legendary rock photographer Bob Gruen. The show will present 46 photographs of rock greats including John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, The Clash, Debbie Harry, The Ramones and more.
Rock Seen at the Orphic will also include a Teenage Bedroom installation (as seen at MoMA). In addition, signed copies of Bob Gruen’s 14th book ROCK SEEN (Abrams 2011), a monograph spanning his long career, will be available at the gallery.
For forty years, Bob Gruen has been documenting the rock scene, capturing now iconic images of The Clash, The Sex Pistols, Led Zeppelin, New York Dolls, Blondie, The Ramones, and John Lennon and Yoko Ono among others and continues to work today with current acts Green Day and the Strypes. Bob Gruen says of his career, “Photography has led me to some great experiences and enduring relationships. Blurring the line between work and play, many of the people I met through my work have become friends; some are like family to me.”
Bob Gruen’s career began in 1965, when he shot his first concert photos at the Newport Folk Festival. “I was still a kid and a big Bob Dylan fan.” Bob Gruen recalls, “I talked my way into getting a photo pass so I could be down front. That was when Dylan played electric guitar and claimed rock’n’roll was American folk music and got booed off stage for it. After that I began taking photos a lot.” (Bob Gruen, Interview with Carlo McCormick, The New York Trash)
While shooting freelance work and photo stories for the underground rock magazine “Rock Scene,” Bob photographed local New York City bands “on stage, off stage, at home, at parties, and during time off”. “Many photos I was taking then weren’t used until years later; they weren’t considered to be news at the times, but now they are ‘history’ ” Bob says of his early photographs which document the very beginnings of what would later become a monumental rock scene at the now infamous New York City clubs CBGB and Max’s Kansas City where bands such as the Ramones and Blondie got their start.
Many of Bob Gruen’s iconic photographs began with unassuming introductions that became the catalyst for honest and enduring friendships. A hurried introduction to Ike and Tina Turner outside a concert began a friendship that resulted in Gruen’s first album cover, and later Gruen’s first concert tour.
In 1972, Gruen met John Lennon and Yoko Ono at a benefit concert, and later dropped some prints at their nearby apartment. This simple gesture began a close friendship between Bob Gruen, John Lennon, and Yoko Ono. Throughout the 1970’s Gruen worked as their personal photographer, documenting concerts and press conferences, as well as capturing serene moments between John and Yoko, and the first images of their son, Sean Lennon. In 1974, Gruen suggested photographing John Lennon on top of his New York apartment building, which would later become the hugely iconic image of John Lennon wearing the New York City T-Shirt.
Gruen’s photographs are in the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery, London, and have been shown in the Museum of Modern Art’s 2009 exhibition, “Looking at Music: Side 2” and the Brooklyn Museum of Art’s 2009 exhibition, “Who Shot Rock & Roll”. Bob Gruen lives and works in New York City.
For further information on Rock Seen or the Orphic Gallery, please contact Phillip Lenihan at 607-326-6045 or phil@orphicgallery.com.