Author: Kris Gildersleeve

Clermont Zoning Board of Appeals
1795 Route 9
Germantown, New York 12526

July 26, 2023

The Clermont ZBA held its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending were Hank Himelright, Luke Kumburis, and Lee Gallant.

Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting, May 24, 2023. A motion was made by Lee Gallant, seconded by Luke Kumburis, to approve the May 2023 minutes. All in favor. So carried. The June 2023 meeting was not held.

Daric Schlessman, Van Burnt Stillhouse, 1931 Route 9,
TAX ID#181-1-12, Motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Lee Gallant, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Daric Schlessman of Van Burnt Stillhouse. The response letter from the Columbia County Planning Board was presented for discussion. Motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Lee Gallant, to return to the regular meeting and hold the Public Hearing open for the August 2023 meeting, allowing the Applicant to address the comments and suggestions from the Columbia County Planning Board. All in favor. So carried.

Colin Brown, 73 Trout Creek, Tax ID #192-00-01-96, is seeking an Area Variance for the side setback in order to construct an addition to his house. Zoning Code requires a 30’ setback. The applicant is requesting a variance of 14’, allowing him construct the addition with a 16’ setback. Motion to accept the application and schedule a Public Hearing was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Lee Gallant. All in favor. So carried. The Public Hearing will be held at the August 23, 2023 meeting. The Clermont ZBA will be the lead agency.

Discussion was held regarding the letter sent to the Town Board in reference to the modifications made by the Planning Board for Southward Event Venue’s Special Use Permit. The ZBA is awaiting a response.

With no other business, motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Lee Gallant, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:32pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber, Secretary

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

July 12, 2023

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Mary Howard, Tom Jantzen, Ron Miller, Jennifer Phillips, Jesse Cutaia, and Nathan Hempel. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town was also in attendance.

After review of the June 14, 2023 minutes, motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to approve the minutes.
All in favor. So carried.

Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Daric Schlessman, Van Burnt Stillhouse, 1931 Route 9, TAX ID #181-1-12. Larry Saulpaugh and Jennifer Philips recused themselves since they neighbor the project. The Applicant presented the revised maps with required changes. Columbia County Planning Board will need to review the plans at their July 18, 2023 meeting. Signature cards from neighboring property owners need to be submitted. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Jesse Cutaia, to recess the Public Hearing until the next Planning Board meeting on August 9, 2023. All in favor. So carried.

Richard Arnstein, 254 Cemetery Road, Tax ID #179.-1-83, came before the Board seeking a Lot line Adjustment of 10 acres, belonging to Phil Gellert. The 10 acres will be added to the 6.18 acres belonging to the Arnstein property, which includes his residence. Motion to waive a public Hearing was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Jesse Cutaia. All in favor. So carried. SECRA was read by Matthew Griesemer. Motion for a negative declaration was made by Nathan Hempel, seconded by Ron Miller. All in favor. So carried. Motion to accept and approve the Lot Line Adjustment, adding the 10 acres to 6.18 acres was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel. All in favor. So carried.

Pamela Haug, Moore Farm LLC, 301 Nevis Road, Tax Map ID #191.1-01-29, came before the Board seeking a Minor Subdivision of 38 acres, subdividing 20 acres from the original parcel. Discussion was held regarding the set back of the existing barn from the roadway. the required setback is 30’. Evidence of setback within 1 year would be needed for a conditional approval from the Planning Board, or a variance from the Clermont ZBA for the setback. Motion to accept the application and schedule a Public Hearing for the August 9, 2023 meeting was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel. All in favor. So carried.

With no further business, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to adjourn. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:40pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber,
Secretary

Town of Clermont
Monthly Meeting
July 3, 2023

The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 3 2023 at the Town Hall. All Town Board members present.

1. Call Meeting to Order @7PM by Supervisor Staats with the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Approval of prior Town Board Meeting Minutes- Motion Made by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
3. Written Communications
   • Town Clerk Report
     • Total for General Fund $1214.10
     • Total report for June 2023 $1239.50
   • Mail Review
     • Friends of Clermont-Morning Tea at Clermont Gardens. Posted at Town Hall and will be posted on Town Website
   • Web Committee-None

4. Committee Reports and Updates
   • Councilman Desmond-
     • Paving done
     • Loader still in for repair-Cab repair
   • Councilwoman Lusher Shute-
     • No report
   • Councilman Gildersleeve
     • Printer/Copier-Present proposal for review by Board members. Some questions regarding need for color/cost and maintenance. Councilman Gildersleeve will get answers and send an email to the board for review prior to next meeting.
   • Councilwoman Brownson-
     • Bank of Greene County Grant presentation will be 7/20/23 at 4 PM, All board members and Park Committee members are welcome to attend
     • Still working/making progress on Wording for Park Kiosk signage

5. Old Business
   • Park Update-Presented by Ellen
     1. Junk removal on backside of park? Supervisor Staats will look into it.
     2. Small allowance for needed supplies. Park committee should reach out to Supervisor Staats for approval of small amounts. Supplies can be picked up by Tyler at Williams if needed.
     3. Tree donation by David Salza
   • Comprehensive Plan update-Mary Howard unable to attend
     • Next meeting will be July 10th
     • Open House Clermont Fire House Route 9G August 19yh noon to 5PM
   • Interest Rates Bank of Greene County are increasing again to 3.6%

6. New Business
   • Open Bids Electrical & Painting
     1. Painting-Reynolds Painting ~ $22,000 bid -Supervisor Staats will request references for the Board to review.
     2. Electrical Bid- Mini Split $18,500 Court Grant will pay $13498 remainder will be the responsibility of the Town. Lights $8050 Court Grant will pay up to $9000. Mac Electric Sole Bidder. Motion made to accept above bids by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So Carried.
   • Planning/Zoning Alternate
     • 1 letter of interest received to date from Tamera Connolly-Past Secretary for Zoning/Planning. Motion made to appoint as alternate for Zoning Board by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So Carried.

7. Supervisors Report-
   • Thank you to Bank of Greene County for the Grant award
   • School bus meeting rescheduled for next month-Supervisor Staats will report at next meeting.
   • Pleasantvale Bridge-All signed off on and approved, will go to bid soon. On track to start in Spring of 2024. A presentation may be done at next meeting of the Town Board in August.
   • Buckwheat bridge deterioration is not structural and will not be closed.

8. Motion To Pay Abstracts
   • Motion to pay General Prepaid abstract #7a Voucher #174-176 $214.01 By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor. So carried.
   • Motion to pay General abstract #7 Vouchers #177-199 $21026.26 By Councilwoman Lusher Shute Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
   • Motion to pay Highway abstract #7 Vouchers #77-91 $128229.63 By Councilwoman Brownson Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.

Public Communication/Comments to the Board

Resident asked for additional microphones for recorded meetings.

Christopher Nolan would like to volunteer to be involved in research for the historical data with the historian.

Motion to adjourn at 8PM by Councilman Desmond Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor. So carried.

Respectfully submitted.
Tracey J Gallant
Town Clerk

Meeting was cancelled.

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD
June 14, 2023

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Mary Howard, Tom Jantzen, Ron Miller, Jennifer Phillips, Jesse Cutaia, and Nathan Hempel. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town was also in attendance.

After review of the May 10 2023 minutes, motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to approve the minutes.
All in favor. So carried.

Kristy Koerner, Koerner Properties, 3690 Route 9G, Tax ID #179-1-38,
came before the Board seeking a Lot Line Adjustment, joining 2 parcels to become 1 parcel. The Applicant is awaiting Board of Health approval and needs a DOT permit for a driveway.

Pamela Haug, Moore Farm LLC, 301 Nevis Road, Tax Map ID #191.1-01-29, came before the Board seeking information on a Minor Subdivision of 38 acres , subdividing 20 acres from the original parcel. The Applicant will return with new maps.

Daric Schlessman, Van Burnt Stillhouse, 1931 Route 9,
TAX ID#181-1-12, came before the Board with new maps for review for a warehouse, office space and tasting room. Discussion was held regarding parking, noise, live music, food trucks and hours of operation. Jennifer Phillips recused herself as she is a neighbor of the project. Motion was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to accept the application as complete. All in favor. So carried. Motion was made by Jesse Cutaia, seconded by Mary Howard, to hold a Public Hearing at the July 12, 2023 meeting. All in favor. So carried.

With no further business, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Mary Howard, to adjourn. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:15pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber, Secretary