2015-2016 Roxbury Library Association Tuesday Forum Season Opener
The Roxbury Library Association will open the 2015-2016 RLA Tuesday Forum season with a potluck luncheon and program planning session at the Roxbury Library on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, at 1:00 p.m.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Person: Dian Seiler, Director, Roxbury Library
Telephone and Fax: (607)-326-7901
The Roxbury Library Association will open the 2015-2016 RLA Tuesday Forum season with a potluck luncheon and program planning session at the Roxbury Library on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. RLA Tuesday Forum Coordinator Susan Whittenburg 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 November 10, 2015, 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.
Roxbury Planning Board Meeting Scheduled for October 21, 2015 is Canceled
Due to having no business to discuss. The next meeting of the Planning Board will be held November 18, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Planning Board meeting scheduled for October 21, 2015 is canceled due to having no business to discuss. The next meeting of the Planning Board will be held November 18, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
By Order of the Roxbury Planning Board
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Dated: 10/9/15
Roxbury Town Board Meeting Agenda - October 12, 2015
Call To Order7:15 pm Public Hearing – Tax Cap7:30 pm Regular Meeting
ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Public Hearing
Regular Meeting
October 12, 2015
Town Hall
Call To Order
7:15 pm Public Hearing – Tax Cap
7:30 pm Regular Meeting
Minutes September 14th Regular Meeting
Requests to Speak:
Mike Jonker of LVDV Operations re: water
Cherie Serrie re: outdoor woodstoves, property maintenance issues and junk cars
Patricia Davis re: Zoll property
Adam & Amanda Bonci re: woodstove issue
Department Reports:
Water / Sewer
Planning
Building & Grounds
Highway
Assessor
Building Inspector
Community Resources
Old Business
New Business
Letters to the Board:
Discussion from residents
Audits
ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION
· Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
· Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for September 2015
· Resolution – Supervisor’s monthly Report for August 2015
· Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for August 2015
· Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for September 2015
· Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for September 2015
· Resolution – monthly water receipts report for September 2015
· Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds monthly report for September 2015
· Resolution – Fuel Oil bids
· Resolution – proposed Local Law on Tax Levy
· Resolution – generator bid
· Resolution – schedule Budget Workshop 2016 Budget (Oct. _______ @ ________pm)
· Resolution –schedule Public Hearing 2016 Preliminary Budget (Nov 5th @ _______ pm)
· Resolution – approve 2015/2016 health/dental renewals with BCBS & MVP
· Copy of 2016 Tentative Budget distributed to Town Board
· Revised GG/Roxbury Water District bylaws including water hookup registration
· Dog Control Officer Inspection report-all satisfactory
· Mountainside Farms WWTP Odor Reduction Plan
· NYC DEP Shandaken Tunnel Intake Chamber Rehabilitation
REMINDER: November meeting is Thursday Nov. 5th
Public Notice - Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire District Public Hearin on Proposed 2016 District Budget
The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire District will hold a public hearing on Tuesday 10/20/14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Roxbury Fire House located at 53613 State Highway 30, Roxbury NY 12474 on the proposed 2016 District Budget.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire District will hold a public hearing on Tuesday 10/20/14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Roxbury Fire House located at 53613 State Highway 30, Roxbury NY 12474 on the proposed 2016 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 10/20/15, immediately following the hearing, to act on the budget and to discuss and act on district business.
Notice - 2015 Tire Day
Saturday, October 10, 20158:00 am - 4:00 pmRoxbury Highway Garage
NOTICE
TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN AND TOWN OF ROXBURY RESIDENTS
TIRE DAY
Saturday, October 10, 2015
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Roxbury Highway Garage
52508 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY
Conditions for acceptance: Town of Middletown or Roxbury residents only, Transfer Station Permit required, will take tires fitting up to 17 inch wheels, rims must be removed, limit 10 tires per household.
Patricia Kelly, Town Clerk Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Town of Middletown Town of Roxbury
845-586-4566 607-326-7641
Roxbury Town Board Meeting Approved Minutes - September 14, 2015
APPROVED MINUTES
September 14, 2015
The regular meeting of the Town Board was held September 14, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall. Present were: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray, Hwy. Supt. Stephen Schuman, Attorney Kevin Young and 2 residents.
The Minutes of the August 10th meeting were approved on motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley.
AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
Hwy. Supt. Stephen Schuman stated stone & oil has been completed for the year on 16 miles of road, crews are doing repairs & widening the top of West Settlemernt Rd., working dirt roads for winter, ditching roads for 2016 stone & oil, the water filter system has been installed at the garage and he would like to include a new Ford 550 truck for the 2016 budget.
Councilwoman Murray questioned Johnson Hollow Rd. being in very bad need of repairs and sides eroding in spots. The matter was discussed. The Highway Supt. stated crews have been placing more stone and filling in those areas but to fix it right would cost $200,000 +/- and no organization wants to fund it at this time.
A written Assessor report was distributed to the Town Board. Assessor Clerk Stephanie Seminara stated she has not received many calls regarding the school tax bills incorporating the new re-val figures, Assessor Breglio is back to work, they are waiting to hear on a SCAR decision and have two Article 7 assessment cases in October.
Parks Clerk, Carolynn Faraci reported the Labor Day event was a success adding that the same is planned for next year but will also hold a pancake breakfast, discussed work that has been completed in the park and stated more bad trees are to be removed.
A possible leak was excavated on Cronk Lane, however no problem was found. A representative from Rural Water will be here tomorrow to help locate the problem.
An estimate of work for repairs to the Transfer Station concrete was received from B&B Construction in the amount of $9,800. Repairs will require the station to be closed for a few days. The Highway Dept. is expected to complete the welding portion of the work.
RESOLUTION #69-APPROVE B&B CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATE ON TRANSFER STATION REPAIRS
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board accepts the proposal of B&B Construction for repairs to the Transfer Station in the amount of $9,800.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, per the proposal, the Town Board approves the cost of a pump truck if needed at a cost of $950.00 per use.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
Councilman Raeder reported on several broken/cracked windows at the Civic Center. The matter will be looked into further.
A NYSEG energy audit was conducted on the Town Hall where lighting would be switched over to LED at a cost of $2,290.43. Through the program, the Town’s share would be $890.11.
RESOLUTION #70-APPROVE NYSEG ENERGY PROGRAM
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board approves the changes to lighting at the Town Hall through the NYSEG Energy Efficiency Program at a cost of $890.11.”
AYES-5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
A proposal was received from Lamont Engineers, PC for preparing the design, bid specs and bid materials in the amount of $10,000. Discussion took place on using Good Neighbor funds for some costs to upgrade the generator at the highway garage.
RESOLUTION #71-ACCEPT LAMONT ENGINEERING PROPOSAL FOR GENERATOR BID
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board accepts the proposal of Lamont Engineer, PC to prepare the design, specifications and bid documents for upgrading the generator at the highway garage at a cost of $10,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the use of $25,000 of Good Neighbor Funds to pay for costs associated with the generator and the engineering of same provided said use is approved by NYC DEP.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS – 0
A letter was received from Diana Santos requesting late fees be waived on her Roxbury Water account that resulted from a late payment of $.44 charged to her account on 8/3/15. The matter was discussed by the Town Board.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the Town Board agreed the $.44 late fee charged for the Roxbury Water District account #186 of Diana Santos was not to be credited.
AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
A letter was received from Jay and Deborah Gula requesting to hook up their house, located at 60090 State Hwy 30, Grand Gorge, to the Grand Gorge Water District. A stub had been installed when the water line had been run from Roxbury Water.
RESOLUTION #72 – APPROVE GULA HOOKUP TO GRAND GORGE WATER
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, the Town Board has received a letter from Jay & Deborah Gula requesting permission to connect their house, Tax Map #91.-1-56.7, located at 60090 State Hwy 30, to the Grand Gorge Water line; and
WHEREAS, the property is outside of the Grand Gorge Water District; and
WHEREAS, a stub was installed on the water main when the line was run from Roxbury Water to Grand Gorge Water;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes Jay & Deborah Gula to connect their house, Tax Map #91.-1-56.7, located at 60090 State Hwy 30, to the Grand Gorge Water line at their own expense, a meter would be supplied by the water district and provided they execute a water connection agreement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, once the lateral line is connected, the property will be added to the Grand Gorge Water District on the tax roll.”
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
A letter was received from Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman stating that he is retiring from said position effective November 16, 2015.
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board regretfully accepted the retirement of Highway Supt. Stephen effective November 15, 2015.
AYES-5 Honkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
An email was received from Fran DiGregorio on behalf of the owners of Stratton Falls Campsite, Anna & Stanislaw Duszak, questioning what could be done about the new owners of the Stratton Falls house property, which contains the falls, posting the property as No Trespassing. The Town Board took no action on the matter because it is not Town business as it currently stands.
Budget Officer Carolynn Faraci discussed the Tax Freeze program which would allow for property owners to receive a small rebate check, much like the school tax rebate checks that were received. The Nov. 2014 Local Law to override the tax levy limit would have to be rescinded and a tax plan would be required to be submitted to the State.
RESOLUTION #73 – RESOLUTION OF THE ROXBURY TOWN BOARD ACCEPTING PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO RESCIND LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2014 AND TO OVERRIDE THE TAX LEVY LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016 AS ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §3-c AND SCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING FOR SAME
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, on June 24, 2011 the New York State Legislature enacted Chapter 97 of the NYS Laws of 2011, hereinafter referred to as the “General Municipal Law §3-c”;
WHEREAS, General Municipal Law §3-c expressly authorizes local governments to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by a vote of at least sixty percent (60%) of the total voting power of the governing body (in this case, the “Roxbury Town Board”) ;
WHEREAS, the Town’s Attorney has prepared a proposed Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 since the 2015 Budget was kept within the tax levy limit thereby insuring that the qualifying taxpayers of the Town of Roxbury receive their rebates from New York State and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for fiscal year 2016 as established in General Municipal Law §3-c; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and modified the proposed Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for fiscal year 2016 as established in General Municipal law §3-c; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed law is ready for consideration by the Town Board; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board shall will hold a public hearing for consideration of the Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for fiscal year 2016 as established in General Municipal Law §3-c on October 12, 2015 at 7:15 pm at the Town Hall; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish notice of said hearing in the Catskill Mountain News, and to post copies of such notice in the manner provided by law.”
WHEREUPON, the Resolution was put to a vote and recorded as follows:
AYES-5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
No action was taken on the Police Policy as still being reviewed by the attorney.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the Town Clerk’s monthly report for August 2015 in the amount of $1,847.99 (Town Clerk $687.99 and Building Permits $1,160.00)
AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Bosrd approved the Supervisor’s monthly report for July 2015.
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Justice Court monthly report for July 2015 in the amount of $2,598.00.
AYES-5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Assessor’s report for August 2015.
AYES-5 Raeder, Hinkley, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Building Inspector’s monthly report for August.
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly water receipts report for August 2015 in the following amounts: Denver Water $787.82; Grand Gorge Water $665.23 and Roxbury Water $337.68.
AYES-5 Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the CDBG (HUD) Program monthly report for August 2015 which reflects a balance of $32,546.00.
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
RESOLUTION #74-ADVERTISE BIDS FOR FUEL OIL
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Boardwill advertise for sealed bids for 9,000 gal+/- No. 2 Fuel Oil for the 2015/2016 heating season; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, said bids must be received before 2:00 pm on October 9, 2015 at which time they will be opened. Any award will be made at the October 12, 2015 Town Board meeting.”
AYES-5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approves the annual audit of Town finances for the year 2014 as completed by Mostert, Manzanaro & Scott, LLP, CPA and is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office.
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
RESOLUTION #75 – JUSTICE COURT RECORD REVIEW
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury acknowledges that pursuant Section 2019-a of the Uniform Justice Court Act the records of the Town Justice Court for the year 2014 have been examined by the firm of Mostert, Manzanero & Scott, LLP; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said examination report shall be filed with the State of New York Unified Court System.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approves the destruction of the following records per SARA codes:
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
No action was taken on revising the Grand Gorge and Roxbury Water District bylaws.
RESOLUTION #76 – RESOLUTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL/SALARY ISSUES
On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board agreed to enter into Executive Session at 8:40 pm to discuss personnel issues involving 2016 budget salaries. Present were: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Allen Hinkley, Edward Raeder, Gene Cronk and Carol Murray, and Attorney Kevin Young.”
AYES-5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board and attorney returned to the regular meeting at 9:08 pm where it was stated that no action was taken during Executive Session and the Personnel Committee continues to work on the budget salaries.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:
General #378-439 – $40,002.12
Roxbury Sewer #57-64 – $24,315.56
Highway #185-204 – $245,623.88
Denver Sewer #77-87 – $14,705.70
Roxbury Water #62-70 – $3,304.61
Special Light Districts #11-12 – $2,236.52
Grand Gorge Water #70-77 – $3,682.69
Capital Projects:
Denver Water #60-65 – $2,084.60
CDBG (HUD) Program #4 – $8,250.00
AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the meeting adjourned at 9:10 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 to Bidders
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
1. Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Roxbury, hereinafter referred to as the “Owner,” until 3:00 pm, Thursday, October 8th, 2015, at the Town Clerk’s Office, 53690 State Highway 30, Main Street, Roxbury, NY 12474, at which time said bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for:
Contract No. 1 – DPW Garage Generator
Contract No. 1 shall include all tools, labor, material and equipment necessary to:
Provide a new 80 KW diesel generator and automatic transfer switch to serve the existing DPW Garage and an existing radio antenna on-site; remove existing generator that serves the radio antenna; and provide wiring from the new generator to existing automatic transfer switch that feeds the radio antenna. Work also includes related site work for the new generator. Under base bid, owner shall retain the removed generator for future salvage.
Deductive Alternate No. 1.1 – Contractor salvage of existing generator.
2. All bids must be made on the blank form of proposal included in bidding documents.
3. A bidder may withdraw any proposal submitted prior to the hour set for the closing of the bids provided the request is signed in a manner identical with the proposal being withdrawn.
4. The Owner will be responsible for payment in accordance with the terms of the contract when the work is completed.
5. The Owner is exempt from New York State sales taxes on material, supplies, and equipment to be permanently incorporated in the Work. Tax Exemption No. 15-6001121. Said taxes shall not be included in the Bid.
6. A complete set of Bidding and Contract Documents may be obtained from Lamont Engineers upon payment of a $50.00 deposit. Full deposit refund for the returned set will be made provided that the complete set of Bidding and Contract Documents (Project Manual) is returned to Lamont Engineers, postage paid and in good condition within 30 days after Bid Opening. Any sets returned after the 30-day period are non-refundable. Additional sets of Bidding and Contract Documents may be obtained upon payment of a $25.00 deposit for each set. Deposits for additional sets will be returned less the actual cost of reproduction if the complete sets are returned in good condition within the 30-day period. Requests for delivered sets of Bidding and Contract Documents will be honored overnight upon receipt of a non-refundable fee of $25.00 per set for handling and delivery.
7. The Town Board of the Town of Roxbury reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bids received and to reject any or all bids without explanation.
8. The existing DPW Garage site and facilities (52508 State Highway 30, Roxbury) will be open for review by bidders on Tuesday, September 29th, 2015 from 10:00AM-12:00 Noon. If bidders are unable to make this time, they may try to schedule an appointment with the Highway Superintendent Stephen Schuman (607 326-4222).
9. Please refer all questions to Jeffrey M. Laban, Project Manager, Lamont Engineers, P.C., (518) 234-4028.
September 23, 2015
Town Board
Town of Roxbury
NOTICE of Public Hearing - Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 - October 12, 2015
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Town Board for the Town of Roxbury at the Roxbury Town Hall on the 12th day of October, 2015, at 7:15 p.m., regarding the adoption of a Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 thereby insuring that the qualifying taxpayers of the Town of Roxbury receive their rebates from New York State because the Town stayed within the tax cap during fiscal year 2015 and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for fiscal year 2016 as established in General Municipal Law §3-c.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Town of Roxbury, New York
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Town Board for the Town of Roxbury at the Roxbury Town Hall on the 12th day of October, 2015, at 7:15 p.m., regarding the adoption of a Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 thereby insuring that the qualifying taxpayers of the Town of Roxbury receive their rebates from New York State because the Town stayed within the tax cap during fiscal year 2015 and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for fiscal year 2016 as established in General Municipal Law §3-c. This law is being proposed to comply with subdivision 5 of the General Municipal Law §3-c which expressly authorizes the Town Board to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of at least sixty percent (60%) of the Town Board. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter thereof will be heard concerning the same.
Copies of the proposed law shall be available at the time of the hearing and shall be available at times prior to and after the hearing at the Town Clerk’s Office during normal business hours for the purpose of inspection or procurement by interested persons.
The proposed Local Law to Rescind Local Law No. 3 of 2014 relating to Fiscal Year 2015 and to Override the Tax Levy Limit for Fiscal Year 2016 as established in General Municipal Law §3-c establishes the Roxbury Town Board’s intent to override the limit on the amount of real property taxes that may be levied by the Town of Roxbury during fiscal year 2016.
Dated: September 14, 2015
Roxbury, N.Y.
By Order of Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Bid Notice - Sealed Bids for Approximately 9,000 gallons +/- of 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 2015/2016 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 9, 2015 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 12, 2015 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 14, 2015
Notice - September 16, 2015, Town of Roxbury Planning Board Meeting Canceled
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday September 16, 2015 has been canceled due to having no business to discuss. The next scheduled meeting will be held Wednesday October 21, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.
By Order of the Roxbury Planning Board
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Dated: Sept. 15, 2015
Roxbury Town Board Meeting Agenda - September 14, 2015
ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Regular Meeting
September 14, 2015
Town Hall
Call To Order 7:30 pm
Minutes July 13th 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: Diana Santos – re: water account
Deb & Jay Gula – request hookup to GG Water
Frances DiGregorio – re: Stratton Falls
Discussion from residents
Audits
ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION
· Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
· Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for August 2015
· Resolution – Supervisor’s monthly Report for July 2015
· Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for July 2015
· Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for August 2015
· Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for August 2015
· Resolution – monthly water receipts report for August 2015
· Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds monthly report for August 2015
· Resolution – advertise bids for fuel oil open October 9th @ 2:00 pm
· Resolution – rescind Local Law #3-2014 overriding the tax levy limit
· Resolution – Annual audit of Town records for 2014 completed by CPA’s
· Resolution – Annual checklist for review of court records for 2014 completed by CPA
· Resolution – records destruction list
· Highway generator
· Revised GG/Roxbury Water District bylaws including water hookup registration
Town of Roxbury Planning Board Unapproved Meeting Minutes - August 18, 2015
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Ed Hinkley, Rob Cole, Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate
Wednesday, August 18, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Ed Hinkley, Rob Cole, Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate
Absent: Dave Cowan
7:30 Meeting called to order by Chairman Farleigh. Motion to approve July minutes made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Jean Stone. All approved.
Old Business
Jerome Libatore presented two deeds for the properties on New Kingston Mountian Rd. for which he is requesting a boundary line adjustment.
Emily Gray did not attend to present the mylar map of the property on Andrew Gray Rd. that is to be transferred to Andrew McArdle. She had been informed by Chairman Farleigh that this map was necessary as well as a deep pit and perk test on the property.
New Business
Chairman Farleigh gave his notice of intention to step down as the chairperson for the Town of Roxbury Planning Board as of Jan. 1, 2016, although he will remain a member of the board. Dave Cowan and Phil Zorda were discussed as possible replacements as chairman of the planning board.
7:45: Motion to adjourn was made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Ed Hinkley. All approved.
Town of Roxbury Planning Board Approved Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2015
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Ed Hinkley, Nicole Franzese, of Delaware County Planning Board, Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Ed Hinkley, Nicole Franzese, of Delaware County Planning Board, Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.
Absent: David Zambri, Rob Cole,
Minutes of June minutes approved. Motion to approve by Dave Cowan, second Jean Stone
New Business
Richard Purchell presented Application for Subdivision of property on Caroll Hinkley Road into three separate lots, two of which have viable septic. Informed that he needs perk and deep pit tests. Property sits on both sides of Carol Hinkley Road. Mr. Prurchell requested information re: how to complete the paperwork. Ag. 1 district. Told he needs to send certificate of filing notice of subdivision to adjoining properties. Mr. Farleigh gave Mr. Purchell the necessary information. Tax map #221.-1-2. The request is for three lots sizes: 0.62, 80 and 150 acres. Perk test needed only on the lot having no current septic.
Frank and Cecilia Towers purchased tax # 200.2-12 adjacent to their current property, tax # 200.1.9.81 near the intersection of Meeker Hollow and Cold Spring Roads. They would like to get a boundary line adjustment to combine the two lots. They were given the proper forms to apply for the adjustment.
Old Business
Jerome Libatore brought in the completed application for a boundary line adjustment to combine 0.49 acres, tax map # 200-1-78 currently owned by Manhattan Country School to their current 19 acres, tax map # 200-80.1 on New Kingston Mountain Road. The application was numbered 2015-5.
Paperwork was received from NYC DEP requesting further information on septic and soil tests for the Roxbury as Stratton Falls.
Motion to adjourn by Phil Zorda, seconded by Ed Hinkley, 8:15 PM.
Town of Roxbury Planning Board Approved Meeting Minutes - May 20, 2015
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Rob Cole, Molly Oliver, of Delaware County Planning Board, Ed Hinkley as potential new planning board member. Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting
Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Rob Cole, Molly Oliver, of Delaware County Planning Board, Ed Hinkley as potential new planning board member. Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.
Absent: David Zambri
Also present: Emily Gray, Andrew McArdle representing the Emily Gray subdivision application.
Public Hearing opened at 7:30PM
Emily Gray subdivision; Tax Map #156.1-8.1—Andrew Gray Road- Lot 2 subdivision. No public comments were offered.
Kurt Ortner subdivision; Two lots on Hardscrabble Road 133-2-12. No public comments were offered.
Charles Brannen property: Tax Map #91.-1-70.21. Two lot subdivision. No public comments were offered.
Public Hearing closed at 8:00.
Gray Subdivision
Andy McArdle, the purchaser of the 6 acre subdivided lot, presented a Mylar map of the 6 acre lot to be divided from the 42.1 acre Gray parcel. Mr. Farleigh agreed to waive the survey of the entire parcel. A waiver of deep pit and perc test was granted. Mr. Cowan is familiar with the site. Motion for waiver Cowan, Cole, all in favor. Application forms and payment of $50 were presented and receipts for mailing notice of public hearing to adjoining properties. Mr. McArdle was asked to present a completed SEQRA form at the next meeting of the Roxbury planning board and was told that the subdivision proposal must be presented to the County planning board because the property is in an agricultural district. Motion to approve the subdivision by Cowan, 2nd Zorda, all in favor.
Orter Subdivision
Rick Brooks, of Brooks and Brooks, representing Kurt Ortner re: Subdivision of Kurt Ortner; Two lots on Hardscrabble Road 133-2-12. A 258.18 acre lot, which is on both sides of Hard Scrabble Rd. to be divided and is under contract to New York City/DEP. The remaining 15.18 acres with the Ortner home will remain the Ortner’s. Receipts for mailings of notice of public hearing to neighbors were presented. Completed SEQRA for part one was reviewed. Parts 2 and 3 completed by the Board. Mr. Zorda made a motion of Negative Declaration for SEQRA. seconded by Mr. Cole, all in favor. Mr. Zorda moved toj approve the subdivision, seconded by Cole. All in favor. Application must be presented to the county planning board due to Ag District inclusion.
Brannen Subdivision
Rob Allison, representing the Charles Brannen property: Tax Map #91.-1-70.21. Mr. Allison presented the receipts for the mailing to adjoiners. The property to be subdivided into two parcels: Parcel A 6.08 acres and Parcel B 21.98 acres. The 21.98 acre parcel is to be purchased by NYCDEP. Receipts for mailings to adjoiners were presented.
The board discussed the need for a road access to the Brannen property. The question is whether the lot was a “buildable lots” and if the possibility of road access even exists. The board discussed that the cost of road access was prohibitive. Ms. Oliver read the Regulation provisions allowing a waiver. The Board agreed that this parcel met a sufficient number of those requirements allowing a waiver. Application must be presented to the County due to its NYS Rt. 30 location. Mr. Allison presented Sketch Plats on the Brannen property showing the proposed subdivision as well as the completed results of the deep pit and perk tests. The motion to approve was tabled pending the investigation into a waiver of road access.
Ortner Subdivision
A motion to waive the perk and deep pit tests due to the topography and size of the lot was proposed by Dave Cowan, seconded by Jean Stone, all in favor.
Following review of SEQRA form Part 1 and completion of Part 2 and 3 by the Board, a motion for a negative declaration was proposed by Phil Zorda seconded by Rob Cole, all in favor.
Phil Zorda made a motion to approve the Ortner subdivision pending approval by the County planning board because it is located in an agricultural district; second by Mr. Cole, all in favor. A check for $50 was presented, an additional $45 was paid site inspection $25 two lote $20.
Masserson Site Plan Review, Stratton Falls
Mr. Allison presented amended site plans, dated 5-5-2015 for the Roxbury at Stratton Falls. The site plan did receive approval from the Delaware County Planning Board accepted the recommendation of the Roxbury Planning Board. A motion to approve the site plan as amended for the Roxbury at Stratton Falls was proposed by Phil Zorda, second by Jean Stone, all in favor.
Ms. Oliver presented two Land Acquisition notices:
Roxbury #8885, no comments were made.
Roxbury #8831, no comments were made.
A discussion of the need for the Deep Pit, perc test requirement was initiated by the Chairman. NYS DOH has this requirement Statewide for and new construction. The test is valid for 2 years with a possible extension of 18 months. Costs are being incurred that are frequently wasted. Most property sales are to NYSDEP which prohibits buildings on their properties. Mr. Allyson and Brooks both stated that it is common for a new purchaser to site their home at a site requiring a different Deep pit and perc test to determine septic type. Mr. Brooks indicated his experience in other towns, with the exception of Grahamsville, have no such requirement for subdividing. Grahamsville requires septic design in addition to Deep pit and perc tests. Allyson indicated that a nearby town has a lot designation of Recreational. These lots may not be built upon and are intended for camping, hunting, etc.
Motion to approve the minutes of the April meeting by Phil Zorda, second by Jean Stone, all in favor.
The board agreed to present Mr. Hinkley’s name as a new Board member to the Roxbury Planning Board.
Mr. Zambri told Chairman Farleigh that he will send a letter of resignation due to business reasons. Prospective new members were discussed. There is a preference for another member from Grand Gorge.
A motion to adjourn was made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Dave Cowan, all approved at 9:30PM
Fireworks ablaze at Kirkside Park this Sunday!
With the unofficial close to summer on our doorstep, The Town of Roxbury in partnership with the MARK Project, Roxbury Arts Group, WIOX, GRBA, GRLC, RFD, The Roxbury Motel, MTC and area businesses proudly present Roxbury Revelry—a full day of family fun and excitement culminating in a grand fireworks display at dusk.
Whatever your fancies, Roxbury Revelry will offer all the agreeable pursuits of summer fun in the Catskills. With the long awaited return of the Roxbury Nine, the event opens with an afternoon of memorialization of the roots of America’s resilient pastime. At 1pm the Roxbury Nine will be armed with their familiar ferocity as they take the field against the Brooklyn Atlantics in a double header. Game one brings the rules and nuances of 1898 to the forefront as this barehanded overhand pitched contest allows for a heated and competitive match. Game two will roll back the clocks to 1864 for the more “gentleman’s” game of the early days of baseball.
In 2007, the first group of Roxbury Nine retirees—Mark Cammer, Jim Johnson, John Shepard, Vinny Snyder, Dave Cowan, and Tim Hynes were inducted into the Roxbury Nine Hall of Fame, and in between games, the remaining founders—Rich Ellsworth, Mike Hynes, Matt Walker, Andrew Walker, Chris Hynes, and John Fairbairn will join the ranks with a notable recognition of the beginning days of Vintage Baseball in Kirkside Park. Their Hall of Fame Shirts will be appropriately presented by Andrea Cammer, wife of the late Mark Cammer—one of the Nine’s most stoic and talented players ever to take the field in Kirkside Park.
Children’s games reminiscent of an old time country fair will keep the kid’s in full swing. Sack races, bean-bag tosses and yes—a corn eating contest. And for those history buffs, park director Carolyn Faraci will be leading walking tours of the hamlet at 2 and 4 pm. With the entire hamlet listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places, these gentle strolls thought the village offer a plethora of material on architectural detail as well as the local lore surrounding some of Roxbury’s most prominent structures.
Meanwhile, great food will be available all day by the Roxbury Fire Department, Roxbury Seniors and Ate O Ate food truck providing a culinary adventure to accompany a cold beverage–especially the fine craft beer of Catskill Brewery. Plen air painters will dapple the lawns of Kirkside Park with the works available for sale at the day’s end. And a “selfie” station will be set up in the barns for whose who want to capture the day in bodacious fashion. You can also tap into Kirkside Park’s colorful collection of costumes and stroll the grounds of this magnificent historic site in 1890’s grace and style.
At 6pm, the Woodshed Profits take the stage on the Island in Kirkside Park and will launch into what they call “power twang,” a mix of rock n’ roll, Americana boogie, and country. They come in peace, and a nicer bunch of Catskill country boys you’ll not meet, but make no mistake: Woodshed Prophets will rock you. Immediately following their music, appropriately enough, the skies will bloom with fireworks. Pyro-Engineering will be responsible for the grand finale of this spectacular event, and MTC’s own Glen Faulkner is the technician choreographing the climatic end to the day’s event. Roxbury Revelry was funded in part by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation. For more information on the day’s events visit the Facebook Page or this site!
Those wishing to wear costumes, should contact Carolyn Faraci at 607 326 3722 or roxburyoffice@gmail.com
Roxbury Town Board Approved Meeting Minutes - August 10, 2015
APPROVED MINUTES
A Public Hearing and regular meeting of the Town Board were held August 10, 2015 at 7:15 pm at the Grand Gorge Civic Center. Present: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray and six residents. Absent: Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman, Assessor Robert Breglio and Attorney Kevin Young.
The Public Hearing was called to order at 7:15 pm where the notice was read. The hearing was called for comments on proposed Local Law #2-2015 to revise the current dog licensing law. No comments were heard in favor of or against the law. The hearing closed at 7:17 pm.
The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm.
Supervisor Hynes stated that Highway Supt. Schuman was absent due to a family medical issue, Assessor Breglio was absent due to a medical issue and Attorney Young was absent due to illness.
The Minutes of the July 13, 2015 meeting were approved on motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley.
AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
Kevin Hubbell was present to discuss his final project to obtain his Eagle Scout ranking. He requested approval from the Town Board to paint all of the fire hydrants in the hamlet of Roxbury to attain his goal.
RESOLUTION #61-APPROVE EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes Kevin Hubbell the task of painting all fire hydrants in the hamlet of Roxbury for the purpose of obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
David Martin of the Grand Gorge Community Action Group (GGCAG) questioned base materials for the playground at the Civic Center, requested cutting back more of the shrubs around the field, requested being able to put a storage shed beside the Western Catskills Community Revitalization Corp. (WCCRC) shed to house their wreaths, flower barrels, etc. and stated the GGCAG will be holding a pancake breakfast on September 19th. Supervisor Hynes has met with the Town insurance rep to discuss the playground issues where a sign must be erected reading “Adult Supervision Required” and the ground materials must be a certified material, the shrubs have already been cut back and the shed will require approval from WCCRC as it would be on their property.
Parks Clerk Carolynn Faraci stated the summer youth program workers time has been extended one week through August 27th, she commended the kids on their work and discussed completed and scheduled work, a complaint of stream work turned in to NYSDEC has been investigated by a DEC officer who found no issues.
Assessor Breglio’s written report showed no major issues, discussed a wrap up on the revaluation, Board of Assessment review wrap up on grievances and expected court dates for Small Claims and Article 7 petitions. Assessor Clerk Stephanie added the Town has received the 2015 EQ Rate from the State showing it at 100%. Mr. Breglio was wished a speedy recovery.
Supv. Hynes reported the water leak by the Park Lane Trailer Park has been repaired as well as the leak across from the Roxbury Country Store.
The Roxbury/Grand Gorge Water revised bylaws have been distributed to the Town Board for review. No action was taken.
Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman provided the Town Board with a written report showing several roads having been stoned & oiled, final stone & oil is expected to be completed this week, weather stripping is being replaced on all overhead garage doors, the water filtration system will be installed soon and he requested the Town Board accept the highest auction bids for the sale of the tractor with mower, air compressor and power washer.
Discussion took place on the repairs needed on the Transfer Station building and the proposal of Cammer Construction.
RESOLUTION #62-ACCEPT CAMMER CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board accepts the estimates for repairs at the transfer Station as follows: Cammer Construction, Inc. costs $4,750-$7,000 and Peter Steenland welding costs $6,000-$7,500; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, it is understood by the Town Board that said cost estimates shall be dependent upon opening the floor; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, some of the welding will be completed by Town Highway employees.”
AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
Discussion took place on the letter received from Fred Hults regarding his water bill for the second quarter of 2015 where he used 100 gallons over the minimum 4000 gal/month in May causing a charge of more than the minimum $7.00. The Water Clerk stated the meter readings that month were taken on May 5th instead of May 1st possibly causing the overage in usage. The Water Clerk was not directed to credit the account, therefore the additional charge for water will remain.
A letter was received from Vicky Thomas resigning from the position of School Crossing Guard effective July 16, 2015.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board regretfully accepted the resignation of Vicky Thomas as School Crossing Guard effective July 16, 2015.
AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
RESOLUTION #63-HIRE KATHRYN CLARK AS SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board appoints Kathryn Clark to the part-time position of School Crossing Guard effective immediately for the 2015/2016 school year at a pay rate of $10.08/hour and shall include no benefits.”
AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Town Clerk for July 2015 in the amount of $1,730.32 (Town Clerk $490.32 and Building Permits $1,240.00).
AYES-5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Supervisor for June 2015.
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Justice Court for June 2015 in the amount of $2,498.00.
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Assessor for July 2015.
AYES-5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Building Inspector for July 2015 reflecting 7 permits issued, 8 site visits/inspections and 2 CO Searches.
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the monthly report of Water Receipts in the following amounts: Denver Water $3,395.18; Grand Gorge Water $3,180.22 and Roxbury Water $4,579.49.
AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of CDBG (HUD) Program funds reflecting a balance of $32,546.00.
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
It was reported last month the CDBG program would be closed out having unused funds but the M-ARK Project, Inc., who administers the program for the Town, has now requested to extend the program and to increase the limit for one final project to use the balance of $32,546.00.
RESOLUTION #64-EXTEND CDBG PROGRAM AND INCREASE PROJECT MINIMUM
On motion of Edward Raeder second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury authorizes the extension of the CDBG Program to September 30, 2015; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the minimum project limit of $25,000 be increased to $32,546 for one final project under the program.”
AYES-Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
Discussion took place on proposed Local Law #2-2015 for a change to the current dog licensing law to add a $20.00 charge to the dog license of any dog found to be unlicensed during a door to door dog enumeration.
RESOLUTION #65- RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN BOARD FOR THE TOWN OF ROXBURY in the Matter of the Adoption of Local Law No. 2 of 2015 entitled “Amended Dog Licensing Law”
On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, in accordance with Article 7 of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets requiring municipalities to adopt dog licensing laws; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Roxbury previously adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2010 entitled Town of Roxbury Dog Licensing Law that went into effect on January 1, 2011; and
WHEREAS, since the adoption of Local Law No. 4 of 2010, the Town Board has determined that there is the need for the imposition of an additional licensing fee when, during an enumeration conducted by the Town, an unlicensed dog is identified; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment was presented to the Town Board at least 11 days prior to the Town Board meeting on July 13, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted a resolution on July 13, 2015 scheduling a public hearing on the proposed amended Law for August 10, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the public hearing on the proposed amended Dog Licensing Law was held on August 10, 2015 at the Grand Gorge Civic Center; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board reviewed and considered all public comments received on the proposed amended Law; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amended Law was on file for inspection at the Clerk’s office prior the hearing and during the public review process; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS BY THE TOWN BOARD OF ROXBURY, DELAWARE COUNTY, NEW YORK:
The Town of Roxbury Amended Dog Licensing Law, being Local Law No. 2 of 2015, is hereby adopted and the Town Clerk is hereby directed to file said Local Law with the Office of the Secretary of State in accordance with State Law.”
WHEREUPON, the Resolution was put to a vote and recorded as follows:
AYES-5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS-0
RESOLUTION #66-SALE OF 1991 BRUSHCUTTER
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, the Town Highway Supt. was authorized to post the sale of the 1991 John Deere tractor with mower (brushcutter) on Auctions International; and
WHEREAS, the high bid was $13,600;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to accept the high bid of $13,600 for the brushcutter.”
AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
RESOLUTION #67-SALE OF PRESSURE WASHER & AIR COMPRESSOR
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“WHEREAS, the Town Highway Supt. was authorized to post the sale of the 1986 L&A Crusader 1 Steam High Pressure Washer and Baldor 5hp Electric Motor Air Compressor on Auctions International; and
WHEREAS, the high bids were $130.00 and $62.00 respectively;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to accept the high bids of $130.00 for the Pressure washer and $62.00 for the Air Compressor.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
The Town Board again discussed upgrading the generator at the highway garage. Previously, it was to be advertised for bids but then the option of purchasing a used generator from the Mountainside DEP sewer plant was available. However, now that generator is no longer available.
RESOLUTION #68-HIGHWAY GARAGE GENERATOR
On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:
“RESOLVED, the Town Board approves advertising for bids on a new generator for the highway garage as soon as specifications are received.”
AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0
The Town Board again discussed the roof problems at the Civic Center. Lamont Engineers, PC are to put together estimates to construct a slanted roof over the flat roof. Repairs will be made for this year and grants are expected to be available to use on the new roof.
The Denver Sewer and Roxbury Sewer reconciliations for the year 2014 have been completed and approved by NYCDEP.
Supervisor Hynes stated Lamont Engineer’s will be closing their office on Main Street, Roxbury and plan to move to the Roxbury Sewer building.
The Personnel Committee was reminded to have 2016 salaries to the Budget Officer by September 11, 2015 for the Tentative Budget.
Budget Officer Carolynn Faraci discussed issues with the Property Tax Relief program. To qualify, the Town would have had to rescind the local law overriding the tax levy limit adopted in November 2014. However, due to the delay in approving the 2015-2017 Highway contract, the law was not rescinded in the period of time required. The Town Board was requested to keep this in mind for the 2016 budget.
On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:
General #313-377 – $42,682.36
Denver Water #52-59 – $2,198.40
Highway #160-184 – $105,044.33
Roxbury Sewer #51-56 – $7,007.86
Roxbury Water #53-61 – $2,928.20
Denver Sewer #65-76 – $22,453.74
Grand Gorge Water #58-69 – $39,975.56
Special Lights #10 – $2,236.73
AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0
It was stated that Rebecca Jones from Grand Gorge just completed her final project to obtain the Gold Award in Girl Scouts. This award is the equivalent of Eagle Scout for boys. Her program was a tribute to veterans and the military. Rebecca was wished well in obtaining her goal.
Labor Day events in Kirkside Park on September 6th include a vintage baseball game, music, food, walking tour, kid’s tent and fireworks. All are invited to attend.
On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the meeting adjourned at 8:17 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
Roxbury Revelry! - Sunday, September 6, 2015
Roxbury Revelry!
Sunday, September 6th, 1 PM to 9 PM
All Day FREE Family Festival in Historic Kirkside Park
featuring Local Food and Drink, Historic Hamlet Walking Tours, Children’s Games, Area Artists, Photo Booth Fun
Music from the Woodshed Prophets
THE RETURN OF VINTAGE BASEBALL
and
FIREWORKS!
This Labor Day weekend, Roxbury, NY’s historic Kirkside Park will resound with the excitement of a true Americana experience. In partnership with the MARK Project, Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury Fire Department, GRLIC, WIOX, and the Greater Roxbury Business Association, the Town of Roxbury offers a full day of family fun. Roxbury Revelry will feature locally sourced food, walking tours, area artists, children’s games, a glorious fireworks display, music from the Woodshed Prophets, plus the triumphant return of vintage baseball. The 14-acre, exquisitely manicured park will be abuzz with community, friends, families, and fun, celebrating the unofficial close to the summer season, Catskills style. Admission is FREE.
The festivities begin at 1 PM with a baseball double header, when the Roxbury Nine – decked out in 19th century gear, and champing at the bit after a five-year hiatus – take the field against longtime rivals the Brooklyn Atlantics. The games will run through the afternoon. Rumor has it the Roxbury Nine veterans will fill their ranks with members of the Fleischmanns’ own Mountain Athletic Club.
Kirkside Park will resemble a rollicking, old-fashioned country fair, with sack races, a beanbag toss, and a corn-eating contest. Meanwhile, grown-ups can partake of fine craft beer from the local brewmeisters of Catskill Brewery. At 2 PM and 4 PM, Kirkside Park Director Carolyn Faraci will be leading walking tours through town, sharing fascinating historical details about the hamlet, which is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. Throughout the day, plein air painters will capture the scenes on canvas and sell their work.
As the sun drops in the western sky, at 6 PM, Sidney, NY’s own Americana rockers the Woodshed Prophets will plug in and deliver two sets of exciting live music for all, inspiring barefoot dancing in the cool summer grass. Performances at 6 PM and 7:15 PM. Bring along a blanket or lawn seat, sit back, and enjoy.
At dusk (approximately 8:30 PM) the night sky will light up with a magnificent fireworks display, putting a colorful cap on the first annual Roxbury Revelry gathering, sure to be an ongoing tradition. MTC General Manager and Licensed Pyrotechnician Glen Faulkner and his team promise a memorable close to the season.
This FREE event is brought to you by the Town of Roxbury, in partnership with the MARK Project, the Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department, the Greater Roxbury Business Association, GRLIC, and WIOX Community Radio. Funded in part by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, Business Sponsors, and individual donors. Donations still graciously accepted. For more information contact Peg Ellsworth at 845 586 3500 or the Roxbury Arts Group at 607 326 3392 or visit www.roxburynny.com or visit Kirkside Park, Roxbury on Facebook.
ROXBURY REVELRY!
1:00 PM: Vintage Baseball, the Roxbury Nine vs. the Brooklyn Atlantics
2:00 PM & 4:00 PM: Historic Hamlet Walking Tour, leaves from Gould Church
6:00-8:00 PM: Woodshed Prophets
All Day, beginning at 2:00 PM: Children’s Games and Activities
All Day – Great Food, Catskill Brewery, Photo Booth, Plein Air Painting
8:30 PM: Fireworks
Town Board Meeting Agenda - August 10, 2015
ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Public Hearing
Regular Meeting
August 10, 2015
Grand Gorge Civic Center
Call To Order 7:15 Public Hearing – Proposed Local Law #2-2015 Dog Licensing
7:30 Regular meeting
Minutes July 13th 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:
Fred Hults – water bill
Vicky Thomas-resign School Crossing Guard
Discussion from residents
Audits
ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION
· Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
· Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for July 2015
· Resolution – Supervisor’s monthly Report for June 2015
· Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for June 2015
· Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for July 2015
· Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for July 2015
· Resolution – monthly water receipts report for July 2015
· Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds final monthly report for project July 2015
· Resolution – Local Law #2-2015 Dog License Law
· Resolution – accept bid for sale of 1991 brushcutter on auction site
· Resolution – accept bid for sale of old air compressor and old pressure washer on auction site
· Resolution – extend CDBG program and increase one final project to $32,546
· Resolution – revised Roxbury/Grand Gorge Water Law
· Resolution – water hookup registration
· Resolution – School Crossing Guard resignation
· Resolution – appoint School Crossing Guard
· Resolution – sale of used mower on Auctions International
· Highway department vacancy
· Generator for Highway Garage
Personnel Committee – salaries for 2016 Budget to Budget Officer by Sept. 11th