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Meeting Minutes 2018

Fire Commissioners – October 2018

                                                            CLERMONT FIRE COMMISSIONERS

                                                                        OCTOBER 16, 2018

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting and public hearing on the 2019 Budget on October 16, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. Those present were Chairwoman Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Laurence Saulpaugh, Commissioner Ronald Miller, Commissioner Raymond Bauer and Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh.  Also present were Chief Lloyd Kukon, Treasurer Denise Fiore and Robert Desmond.

Chairwoman opened the public hearing with the salute to the flag.

The public hearing was opened for the 2019 Budget.  The total proposed appropriations is $174,377.00, estimated unexpended balance from 2018 is $10,000, and the amount to be raised by taxes is $164,377.00.  There were no comments from any Commissioner or anyone present.  A motion was made to accept the budget as submitted by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.  The hearing was closed.

The regular meeting was opened.

MINUTES: A correction to the minutes on page 39 to change Councilman to Commissioner was noted by Commissioner Bauer. A motion was made to approve the minutes with correction by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

October 16, 2018 Fire Commissioners’ Treasurer’s Report              

RE:  September 2018

Total Amount of September 2018 Invoices Paid                 $10,493.57*

Added:  $900 (Grantgenies), $2000 (CFCo) left off abstract, $2.73 (Les Coons)

Deducted:  $97.63 (National Grid) previously paid

*Revised September 2018 Abstract attached

RE:  October 2018

Proposed October 2018 Invoices            $  1,825.69

Paid October 2018 Invoices                                                   $26,375.44      

                                    Total                                                      $28,201.13

Reconciliation of Accounts

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date  

Money Market Checking Balance                                        $ 112,661.75*

*Includes interest paid on 9/30/18 in the amount of $24.53

Checking Balance                                                                         5,251.06

Plus Deposit (10/1/18)                                                                   25,000.00  

Less Outstanding Checks                                                           27,317.58

Checking Balance to Date                                                            2,933.48

Money Market & Checking A/C Total                                   $ 115,595.23

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                           $   29,709.86 (as of 12/31/17)

            Interest 12/31/17 – 1/31/18                                    $             1.26

            Interest 1/31/18 – 2/28/18                                                    1.14                             

            Interest 2/28/18 – 3/31/18                                                        1.26

            Interest 3/31/18 – 4/30/18                                                    1.22     

            Interest 4/30/18 – 5/31/18                                                    1.26

            Interest 5/31/18 – 6/30/18                                                    1.22

            Interest 6/30/18 – 7/31/18                                                    1.26

            Interest 7/31/18 – 8/31/18                                                    1.26

            Interest 8/31/18 – 9/30/18                                                    1.22                             

                                                                        Total               $   29,720.96

Capital Reserve Fund for Constr. & Improvement         $    33,645.61 (as of 12/31/17)                                                                             

            Interest 12/31/17 – 1/31/18                                                   1.43

            Interest 1/31/18 – 2/28/18                                                     1.29

            Interest 2/28/18 – 3/31/18                                                     1.43

            Interest 3/31/18 – 4/30/18                                                          1.38

            Interest 4/30 /18 – 5/31/18                                                      1.43

            Interest 5/31/18 – 6/30/18                                                      1.38

            Interest 6/30/18 – 7/31/18                                                        1.43

            Interest 7/31/18 – 8/31/18                                                      1.43        

            Interest 8/31/18 – 9/30/18                                                      1.38

                                                             Total                              $   33,658.19

A motion was made to accept the Treasurer’s report by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • Fire District Affairs for October – November
  • RBC Wealth Management for September – $397,657.80
  • Penflex – Service Fee Agreement for 2018=2019 for Defined Benefit Plan and Defined Contribution Plan to be signed and returned.  Opting out of audit package.
  • Invoice for Joshua Williams physical.  Did not receive the physical, Chairwoman Rifenburgh will contact the Albany Med.
  • Certificate of Liability for Darryl Millus for roof work.
  • Information from vendors on Cancer Care Policies.
  • Chairwoman Rifenburgh reported that Columbia Memorial Hospital will be doing the physicals and not charging for them starting in 2019.  Chairwoman Rifenburgh will be putting together a package with the application for new members.
  • Milan Volunteer Fire Department will try to attend next month with information requested. They did thank the Commissioners for the increase for 2019.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioners Bauer and Commissioner Saulpaugh

  • Commissioner Bauer reported that Darryl Millus painted the roof at Station #1, the light was installed and the parking lot apron was paved by Clermont and Livingston Highway departments.  The pressure washer was also installed at Station #2.

INSURANCE: Commissioners R. Rifenburgh and Commissioner Miller

No report.

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioners Bauer and Commissioner Saulpaugh

No Report.

LOSAP: All Commissioners

No report.

Laws and policies: All Commissioners

No report.

OLD BUSINESS:

  • Cleaning Bays at Station #2:  No set amount for a cleaner was set in the budget but the budget line for buildings was increased.
  • GRANT: Captain Coon is working with the grant writer.   In the future, we should check with Linda McLean who has written grants for us in the past and not charged.  We are being charged a retainer fee of $900.00 and the balance when the grant is submitted. The request will be for 20 sets of gear at $75,753.00.  The districts share of 5% would be $3,787.65. The grant writer would also like to add the tanker to the grant.  The estimated cost would be up to $400,000.00 for the truck.  
  • The secretary and Chairwoman did get the names of those that are eligible for the Cancer Benefit Plan and there are only two at this time.  One other firefighter may have FIT paperwork from another company, which he would have to get. 

NEW BUSINESS:

  • We will be getting new file cabinets from the town to replace the file which fell over.
  • TRUCK RESERVE: We are budgeting $30,000 every year for a new truck.  Anything left in that budget line does transfer at the beginning of the year. Commissioner R. Rifenburgh asked what the unexpended balance is at this time.  Treasurer Fiore has $12,862.00 for the balance. Commissioner Rifenburgh suggested taking this from 2017 and move to construction account for the paving of Station #1 entrance.  A motion was made by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.

CHIEFS REPORT:

There were 12 calls in September:

  1. 9/6/18 – Mutual Aid Livingston Route 9/Blue Stores
  2. 9/6/18 – Tree in Roadway – Cedar Hill Road
  3. 9/6/18 – Tree in Roadway – Route 6 and Hogtrough Road
  4. 9/10/18 – Alarm Activation – 694 Church Avenue
  5. 9/11/18 – Tree on wires – 129 Nevis Road
  6. 9/12/18 – Alarm Activation – 104 Mill Road
  7. 9/13/18 – Alarm Activation – 104 Mill Road
  8. 9/14/18 – Mutual Aid Tivoli – relocate to Tivoli
  9. 9/15/18 – Mutual aid Germantown – Set up landing zone
  10. 9/15/18 – Mutual aid Germantown – Standby in Germantown
  11. 9/24/18 – CO detector activation – 134 Nevis Road
  12. 9/30/18 – Alarm activation – 694 Church Avenue

Monthly Drill/Work Details

9/5/18 – Steak Bake – 7 firefighters

9/7/18 – Steak Bake – 9 firefighters

9/8/18 – Steak Bake – 13 firefighters

9/23/18 –  Drill/Training – Germantown – 4 firefighters attended

9/24/18 – Bard College Tour/training/Mutual aid information

9/24/18 – Extrication Drill – 14 firefighters

9/30/18 – Mutual aid drill – Carmelite Sisters – 4 firefighters

The Chief reported on the following topics:

  • Fire alarm law and distribution sheets are available and need to be distributed as required on the forms.
  • Cleaned the truck with the new pressure washer which worked well.
  • Carmelite Sisters – will develop a plan for the building.
  • Bard College – 168 buildings and most of the dormitories fall into Tivoli’s Fire District so Clermont needs to be familiar with that for mutual aid.
  • The members also went to the Davidson estate on Woods Road.  Other river estates should be reviewed.
  • Battalion Meeting was held.
  • SCBA testing will be done on  11/14 at 10:30 AM. MES will be doing tests on air quality for $150.00. It was last serviced in March and filled 10 bottles.  It will be serviced in May or June of next year. 
  • The company was called mutual aid on Sunday, October 15 to Ancram for a large barn fire.

Other discussion and corrective action which needs to be addressed by the Chief and Officers:

6010 – Mini – Thermal imaging camera had dead batteries two months in a row. 

6012 – International – The truck was not checked for three months.  The Lt’s were supposed to check these trucks but they don’t seem to be doing their job.

The Banquet is on Saturday, November 3 at 6 PM at Churchtown Fire House. The Commissioners, Treasurer and Secretary are invited to attend.

Fuel Report:

August – 55.1 gallons used,  32 ½ inches

September – 56.2 gallons used,  28 ¾  inches

Additional payment to October proposed invoices of $180.00 for physical to Albany Medical.  Motion made by Commissioner Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Bob asked who is doing the physicals.  Currently it is Albany Med.  CMH feels that the first responders do a lot for the county and want to do this for them for free. He also asked what the cost of the paving.  If done by an outside source would be about $25,000 or $28,000.00.

The changes which are made to the Truck specs are:

DECK GUN: Truck height cannot exceed 10’4 inches when loaded ( 124 inches ).

ROOF LADDER: Changed to a 16 foot ladder.   

COMPARTMENTS: Eliminated one compartments for suction hose.  The Commissioners agreed to three ten foot lengths of suction hose which eliminates a compartment.

INSPECTION TRIP: This was put in as an option rather than in specifications. There is an app where you can go and see everything that is being done to the truck. 

This will be the final specifications that will go out to bid. 

A motion was made that once approved by the attorney that the secretary can proceed with the process of advertising the bid for the truck by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to adjourn by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer at 9:15 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon

Fire District Secretary

Town Board – October 2018

CLERMONT TOWN BOARD

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The Clermont Town Board held their monthly meeting on Monday, October 1, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those in attendance were Supervisor Raymond Staats, Councilman Robert Desmond, Councilwoman Dawn Brownson, Councilman Evan Hempel and Councilman Kris Gildersleeve. There were twelve residents present.

Supervisor Staats opened the meeting with the salute to the flag

MINUTES: Councilwoman Brownson did note two corrections to the September 4th meeting. The time of the meeting on the first page should be 7:00 P.M. and at the top of third page should be pressure ‘washer’. A motion was made by Councilman Desmond and seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve to accept the minutes with corrections.  All in favor.  So carried.

TOWN CLERK’S REPORT: The Town Clerk presented the Supervisor with a check for the General Fund in the amount of $294.01 and for Trust & Agency for $800.00.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • The Columbia County Office of the Aging is holding public hearings on the Annual Implementation Plan on October 24 in Valatie and October 25 in Copake.
  • Website: There was no comment.

PARK COMMITTEE: Supervisor Staats welcomed the Park committee members. Mary Howard, Co-chair of the committee, presented the results of the online survey on the park.  There were 727 postcards successfully delivered and 118 surveys completed, a 16% response rate.  Most that answered were in the age group 56 – 65 and have lived here for at least 25 years with most being full time residents. Walking trails, bathrooms, benches and pavilion/shade structure seemed to come out as top priority for the park.  There was some discussion by those present who said they did not receive a postcard, but they were offered the opportunity to complete the survey now. There were some that questioned why the board went ahead with the soccer field when the survey was not done and Supervisor Staats explained that this has been discussed at prior meetings and planned for a long time and is something that is needed for the youth of the community.  Supervisor Staats will put together a plan of what the board is looking for from the committee.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

  • VETERANS MEMORIAL: Councilman Desmond said that a spot has been picked for the Veterans memorial on the hill behind the cemetery. It will be visible from the parking area.  The budget for the monument is $2,260.00.  Hopefully, we can get things done through donations and grant money.  The board has not made a decision on the flag pole yet but the cost is minimal. 
  • Website: Councilman Hempel reported that there has been a good bit of progress, and Ellen Earle has been responsible for the work that has been done. We are nearing the transition period and will be sharing the link to the board.
  • RECYCLING: Councilman Gildersleeve has been working with the Town Clerk on recycling electronics that are outdated.
  • ELECTION DAY DINNER: Councilwoman Brownson reported that the Election Day Dinner will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Community House on Election Day.
  • Supervisor Staats handed out the budget and revenue reports for September.

OLD BUSINESS:

  • HAIL DAMAGE: On May 15, 2018 a hail storm moved through town and did damage to the Community House, Town Hall and a shed behind the highway garage.  The damage to the shed was just noticed and an adjuster will be coming out to inspect that building.
  • DEC INVOICE: An invoice has been received for additional expenses for the remediation of the twenty acres north of the town hall. We are not committing to paying this invoice.  We have been looking at these charges and have our town engineer looking at these also.  As soon as our engineer completes his review we will set up a meeting with DEC.

NEW BUSINESS:

  • PARK DONATIONS: Donations have been received to pay for the soccer goals in the park. To date we have received $4,000 which more than covers the cost of the goals.  The donations were as follows: Southern Columbia Soccer League, $1,000; Morris Associates Engineers, $1,000; Fingar Insurance, $1,000; Freeman-Howard Attorneys, $500.00; Mary Helen and Jim Shannon, $500.
  • REVALUATION: Supervisor Staats met with NYS Office of Real Property, Columbia County Real Property and our Assessor Cheryl Kaszluga. The State lowered our valuation numbers down to 91% from 100%. In order to rectify this, we must have a full revaluation done.  We have to enter into an agreement with our Assessor.  Data mailers will be mailed out to each household and reviewed by the Assessor and then the County will complete the valuation.  There is a fee for the County and we have provided for this in the 2019 budget.  This all has to be completed and sent to the state by February.

Resolution #43 of 2018 was passed on a motion made by Councilman Robert Desmond and seconded by Councilman Evan Hempel to approve the resolution to enter into an agreement with Assessor Cheryl Kaszluga to perform the data collection for 2019.  All in favor.  So carried.

  • 2019 BUDGET: The amount to be collected for taxes is the same as last year’s budget. The Highway Superintendent and two full time employees were given a 2% raise.  The Code Enforcement Officer was increased from $7500 to $9000.00. In the buildings account there was an increase of $20,500 for the repair to the buildings from the hail damage but this is offset by the insurance check received.  Not having a plan, the Parks account was increased to $10,000 from the Parks Reserve. The Highway Equipment budget was increased by $86,000 for a dual wheel dump truck at $75,000 and a mower head for mowing at $11,000. The Highway equipment reserve fund for purchase of equipment was increased to $45,000. A copy of the preliminary budget will be available at the town hall during regular business hours.

A motion was made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson to proceed with the preliminary budget hearing Monday, November 5 at 6:45 P.M. All in favor.  So carried.

SUPERVISORS REPORT:

  • ELECTION DAY DINNER: The ham dinner will be held at the Community House from 5 PM to 7 PM on Election Day.
  • The Supervisor also thanked all those that are involved with the Park and the Highway Department.
  • CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT: The Corn Hole Tournament was held at Tousey’s Tin Barn and the Village Green did the food preparation with the money raised going for the kitchen in the Community House.

ABSTRACTS:

A motion was made by Councilman Desmond to approve General abstract #10A, vouchers #258 – 274 in the amount of $3,468.37, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Brownson to approve General abstract #10, Prepaid, vouchers #255-257 in the amount of $198.49, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made by Councilman Hempel to approve Trust & Agency abstract #7, vouchers #13 – 14 in the amount of $319.55, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made by Councilman Gildersleeve to approve Highway abstract #10, vouchers #93-101 in the amount of $6,619.97, seconded by Councilman Hempel. All in favor.  So carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Paul Clemente asked if anything can be done about the speeding on Buckwheat Bridge Road.  Supervisor Staats will ask for a sign and patrols to see if that will help. 

Phyllis Heiko thanked the Board for listening to the Park Committee.

A motion was made to move into executive session at 9:05 P.M. to discuss contract negotiations by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to come out of executive session at 9:25 P.M. by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Hempel. All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to adjourn at 9:25 P.M. by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Hempel. All in favor.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, RMC

Town Clerk

Zoning Board of Appeals – September 2018

Clermont Zoning Board of Appeals

1795 Route 9
Germantown, New York 12526

September 26, 2018

The meeting opened at 7:30 pm. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending: Hank Himelright, Pete Cichetti, John Rusconi, Luke Kumburis, Don Van Wagner and Phyllis Heiko.  Also in attendance was the Clermont Planning Board members,  Larry Saulpaugh, Ron Miller, Nathan Hemple, Mary Howard, Clayton Andrus, Jennifer Phillips and Tom Jantzen.  George Schmitt, Town Engineer, was also present. 

Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting, August 2018.  A motion to accept the minutes was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Pete Cichetti.  All in favor.  So carried.

Motion to close the regular meeting was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner.  Motion to open the Joint Public Hearing was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Mary Howard.

John Surface, 252 Nevis Road, tax ID# 191.1-1-11.11, represented by Jeff Irish from Suncommon.  The proposed project is for a ground mount system which will offset consumption of usage on the property.  Maximum height will be approximately ten feet, depending on the grade of the land.  Shrubs will be added as needed for any additional screening.  The question was raised by Beth Crockett regarding the type of bushes vs evergreens.  It was agreed evergreens would be installed with inspection to be done by Sam Harkins, Code Enforcement Officer.  Three evergreens will be planted with forsythia bushes to be planted in between the trees.  Approval is contingent on the screening.

Motion to close the Public Hearing for the ZBA was made by Don Van Wagner, seconded by John Rosconi.  All in favor.  So carried.  Motion  to close the Public Hearing for the Planning Board was made by Tom Jantzen,

seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.  George Schmitt read the SEQRA.  Motion to declare a negative impact was made by the ZBA member Luke Kumburis, seconded by Pete Cichetti.  Role call was taken for the ZBA:  Hank Himelright,  Yes; Pete Cichetti, Yes; Don Van Wagner, Yes; John Rosconi, Yes; Luke Kumburis, Yes.  All in favor.  So carried.  Motion to declare a negative impact was made by Planning Board member Tom Jantzen, seconded by Clayton Andrus.  All in favor.  So carried.  Motion to close the meeting for the Planning Board was made by Jennifer Philips, seconded by Mary Howard, at 7:55pm.

Stony Creek Farm, 70 Moore Road, Tax ID# 191.-2-87.11, presented by Scott Stevens of Kasselman Solar.  Proposed project is for a ground mount solar array of 52 panels.  The height at the back would be 8’.  Once the site has been staked, the ZBA will be conducting a site visit.  Motion to accept the application was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner. All in favor.  So carried.  A Public Hearing will be held October 24, 2018.

Motion was made to adjourn by Don Van Wagner, seconded by Pete Cichetti.  The meeting closed at 8:20pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary

Town Board Budget Workshop – September 2018

                                                              CLERMONT TOWN BOARD MINUTES

                                                         BUDGET WORKSHOP – SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The Town Board held a budget workshop on September 19, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. at the Town Hall to discuss the proposed budget for 2019 and any other business which may come before the board.

Those present were Supervisor Raymond Staats, Councilman Robert Desmond, Councilwoman Dawn Brownson and Councilman Evan Hempel.  Councilman Kris Gildersleeve was not able to attend.

Supervisor Staats opened the budget workshop at 6:30 p.m.

The following General Fund Appropriation accounts have been proposed to be increased or decreased for 2019:

Assessor

 A-1355.4 Contractual – increase to $4,750.00 from $750 for the County to do the valuations with the Assessor’s data collection for 2019.

Buildings

A-1620.4 Contractual – increase to $20,500 for repairs to the Community house from the May 15, 2018 hail storm damage. This will be offset by the insurance funds received.

Central Communications

 A-1650.4 contractual – Increased to $4,600 from $4,500.

Special Items

 A-1910.4 – Unallocated Insurance – Increased by $500 to $15,000.

Examining Boards

 A3610.1 – Personal Services – increased by $250 to $1,000 due to possibility of increase in grievances.

Superintendent of Highways

 A5010.1 – Personal Services -Increase of Superintendents salary to $50,533.00, a 2% increase which is $990.00. The salary is still lower than most in the County.

Parks

 A7110.41 – contractual – decrease by $3,500 to $10,000 offset by $10,000 in the Park Reserve. A7110.42 Brownfields – reduced to zero from $5,000.

Zoning

A8010.11 Personal Services CEO – increased to $9,000 from $7,500 for Code Enforcement Officers salary.

A-8010.2 Equipment – increase to $300.00 from zero for air conditioner for Code enforcement officers office.

Employee Benefits

A-9030.8 Social Security – increased to $10,224 for salary increases.

A-9060.8 Hospitalization & Medical – increased to $8,800 from $8,400 due to possible increases

TOTAL GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATIONS – $304,367.00

The following General Fund Revenues are proposed to be increased or decreased for 2019:

Interest and Penalties on Real Property Taxes – A1090 increased to $4000 from $3500.

Distribution by County – A-1120 Sales Tax – increase to $170,000 from $165,000.

Cable Franchise Fee – A-1170 – decrease to $1200 from $1300.

Tobacco Settlement – A-2290 – increase to $12,200 from $11,800.

Building Permits – A2555 – Increase to $7000 from $5000 due to increase in permits issued.

Interfund Transfer – A5031 – Increase to $20,500 to offset Data Collection payment to County.

TOTAL GENERAL FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES – $279,650.00

APPROPRIATED PARK RESERVES – $10,000.00

HIGHWAY APPROPRIATIONS

General Repairs

DA5110.1 Personal Services – increase to $83,200.00 from $81,562 for salaries of two full time highway employees.  Hourly rate for full time – $19.97, hourly rate for part time – $12.50.

DA5110.12 Personal Services Overtime – Increase to $8500 from $8365.

Improvements

DA5112.2 Equipment – Increase to $45,000 from $36903 for blacktopping, stone topping.

DA5112.4 CHIPS reimbursable – decrease to $46,500 from $57097.

DA5112.22 Pave NY – decrease to zero from $2000.

Bridges

DA5120.4 Contractual – decrease to $1000 from $1500.

Machinery

DA5130.2 Equipment – Increase to $86,000 from $3,500 for purchase of 2019 Chevrolet 5500 Dump Truck and Plow for $75,000 to replace 2006 F550 Dump Truck and Plow. New mower head for Alamo mower at a cost of $11,000.

Brush and Weeds

DA5140.4 Contractual – Increase to $16,000 from $14,000 for increase in costs for gas and diesel fuel

Snow Removal

DA5142.4 Contractual – Increase to $26,000 from $25,000 for sand & salt, plow parts & tires.

Employee Benefits

DA9030.8 Social Security – increased to $7500 from $7200 due to salary increases.

DA9060.8 Hospitalization & Medical – Increased to $41,000 from $39,000 due to increased costs.

Capital Reserve Transfer – Increase to $45,000 from $35,000 towards future purchase of equipment. The Superintendent will be asked to estimate when we will have to purchase the next vehicle so that we can plan how much to reserve each year.

TOTAL HIGHWAY FUND APPROPRIATIONS: $451,700.00

The following Highway fund estimated revenues are proposed to be increased/decreased in 2019:

DA1120 Non Property Tax Sales Tax – increased to $170,000 from $165000.

DA2665 Sale of Equipment – increased to $10000.

DA3501 – State Aid – Consolidated Highway – increased to $46,491 from $46,486.

DA3505 Pave NY – decreased to zero from $10,611.

TOTAL HIGHWAY FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES:  $226,891.00

Appropriated Reserves – $86,000.

The total to be raised by taxes will remain the same as 2018 at $104,580.

The following other business came before the board:

Councilman Desmond brought in a mockup of the proposed engraving for the veteran’s monument.  The price quote received from Kol-Rocklea monuments is $2,560 for the monument, engraving included two silhouettes.  The highway employees will do the foundation for the monument.  A motion was made to approve the purchase from Kol-Rocklea and to pay for it from the Parks account A7110.41 by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to adjourn by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Hempel at 8:55 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, RMC

Town Clerk

Fire Commissioners – September 2018

                                                                               CLERMONT FIRE COMMISSIONERS

                                                                                          SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. Those present were Commissioner Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Raymond Bauer, Commissioner Ronald Miller and Commissioner Laurence Saulpaugh.  Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh was absent.  Also present was Chief Lloyd Kukon, Captain Les Coon and Treasurer Denise Fiore.

Commissioner Susan Rifenburgh opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

MINUTES: A motion was made to accept the minutes of the August meeting by Commissioner Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT

September 17, 2018 Fire Commissioners’ Treasurer’s Report                      

RE:  August 2018

Total Amount of August 2018 Invoices Paid                                                   $ 3,728.54

RE:  September 2018

Proposed September 2018 Invoices                       $ 6,968.96

Paid September 2018 Invoices                                $   719.51     

                                                Total                                                                   $ 7,688.47

Reconciliation of Accounts

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date  

Money Market Checking Balance                                                        $ 124,637.22*

*Includes interest paid on 8/31/18 in the amount of $26.70

Checking Balance                                                                                              2,237.98

Plus Deposit (9/14/18)                                                                                       2,000.00  

Less Outstanding Checks                                                                                  2,116.07

Checking Balance to Date                                                                                 2,121.91

Money Market & Checking A/C Total                                               $ 126,759.13

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                                        $   29,709.86 (as of 12/31/17)

                Interest 12/31/17 – 1/31/18                                                  $               1.26

                Interest 1/31/18 – 2/28/18                                                                    1.14                                         

                Interest 2/28/18 – 3/31/18                                                                    1.26

                Interest 3/31/18 – 4/30/18                                                                     1.22         

                Interest 4/30/18 – 5/31/18                                                                       1.26

                Interest 5/31/18 – 6/30/18                                                                       1.22

                Interest 6/30/18 – 7/31/18                                                                       1.26

                Interest 7/31/18 – 8/31/18                                                                       1.26                         

                                                                                                Total                 $   29,719.74

Capital Reserve Fund for Constr. & Improvement         $    33,645.61 (as of 12/31/17)                                                                                                       

                Interest 12/31/17 – 1/31/18                                                                     1.43

                Interest 1/31/18 – 2/28/18                                                                        1.29

                Interest 2/28/18 – 3/31/18                                                                        1.43

                Interest 3/31/18 – 4/30/18                                                                        1.38

                Interest 4/30 /18 – 5/31/18                                                                        1.43

                Interest 5/31/18 – 6/30/18                                                                         1.38

                Interest 6/30/18 – 7/31/18                                                                        1.43

                Interest 7/31/18 – 8/31/18                                                                         1.43           

                                                                               Total                                    $    33,656.81

Denise Fiore, Treasurer

September 17, 2018

A motion was made to accept the Treasurer’s report by Commissioner Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • RBC Wealth Management Account Statement for August – $398,902.43
  • Milan Fire Department – representative was unable to attend this meeting due to health issues.  Will let them know that there is a two percent increase in the 2019 budget for their services and there is no need to attend next month.  The Commissioners would still like to know the number of calls that were covered in our district and what they were for.
  • Received a physical for Joshua Williams.
  • The Treasurer received a letter from Bank of Green County notifying that the payment this year for Truck #6010 is due October 16, 2018 for $24,295.92.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioners Bauer and Saulpaugh

  • Commissioner Bauer did get Steve Werner to put up one outside light at Station #1.
  • There was some discussion on the paving of the lot at Station #1.  This can be decided during budget talks.

INSURANCE: Commissioners R. Rifenburgh and Miller

None

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioners Bauer and Saulpaugh

  • Pressure Washer: To install a ground mount in the electrical box would cost about $375.00.  To replace with a new pressure washer would be $500.00.  A motion was made by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Miller to purchase a new pressure washer. All in favor.  So carried.

LOSAP: All Commissioners

No report.

LAWS AND POLICIES: All Commissioners

  • Travel Policy: Commissioner Bauer has had some reservations about paying the Federal rate of reimbursement for mileage.  After review a suggestion was made that on Page 1 – Transportation to remove the third paragraph and add the following: The method of travel and type of reimbursement will be determined by the Board of Fire Commissioners.  

A motion was made by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Saulpaugh.  All in favor.  So carried.

LEGAL: All Commissioners

No Report

OLD BUSINESS:

  • CLEANING SERVICE: Discussed the cleaning service for Station #1 and the Bay at Station #2 and what would be a fair amount to charge for the service.
  • GRANT: Captain Les Coon brought in a contract to be signed for the grant writer. Under this contract he will write a grant for the District.  Under the terms of the grant the federal program pays 95% of the total amount of the grant.  The District would have to pay the writer $900.00 for the service.

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Miller to sign the contract for the grant writer.

NEW BUSINESS:

None

CHIEFS REPORT:

There were four calls for August:

8/16/18 – Mutual Aid Tivoli (AAPI) – 8459 Albany Post Road

8/23/18 – Unattended controlled burn – across from 2078 Route 9

8/26/18 – AAPI – Lasher Road and South Road

8/27/18 – Alarm activation – 651 County Route 6

*** 8/23/18 – Tivoli dispatched to AAPI Clermont District – Tivoli handled call/Clermont Car 2 on scene.

Monthly Drill/Work Details

  • 8/5/18 – Drill/Training – Germantown – 2 firefighters attended
  • 8/6/18 – Officers meeting – 5 officers attended
  • 8/27/18 – Drill – Carmelite Sisters – review of grounds and resident fire plan – 11 firefighters attended.
  • 8/29/18 – Drill/Mutual aid – drill with officers – Germantown/Livingston/Milan-mutual aid response to Carmelite Sisters – 4 officers attended.
  • 8/31/18 – Work detail – Clean truck for Chatham Fair Parade – 2 firefighters attended.
  • 9/1/18 – Chatham Fair Parade – 7 firefighters attended

The Chief talked to Tyler Case and he is interested in coming back as an active member.

A motion was made to pay bills with the addition of $900.00 for grant writer by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.

There was no fuel report for this month.

Public comment:

None

A motion was made to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:10 P.M.  by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Saulpaugh.  All in favor.  So carried.

BUDGET WORKSHOP:

Chairwoman Rifenburgh opened the budget workshop at 8:20 P.M.

LOSAP: Decreased the Length of Service Awards Program annual payment to $40,000.

Truck Payment: Decreased the payment amount to $23,614.00 and decreased the interest amount to $683.00.

Amount to transfer to reserve: Decreased the amount to transfer to the reserve to $7359.00.

CONTRACTUAL EXPENDITURES

Administrative:

Increased legal and audit fees to $5500.00 for Penflex audit when needed.

Building:

Increased Repairs to Building for blacktopping of parking lot by $13,000.

Increased Maintenance supplies to $2,000 for cleaning services.

Outside Fire Services:

Increased Fire Protection by Milan Volunteer Fire Dept to $2,896.

Total Contractual Expenditures:   $79,021.00

Total Appropriations:                                                                                     $174,377.00

Less Estimated unexpended balance                                                       $  10,000.00

Amount to be raised by taxes                                                                     $164,377.00

The total budget does not exceed the allowed 2% increase of $3,419.00.

A motion was made to adjourn at 9:30 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon,

Fire District Secretary

Planning Board – September 2018

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

 September 12, 2018

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Jennifer Phillips, Ron Miller, Nathan Hemple, Clayton Andrus and Tom Jantzen. Others present were George Schmitt, Engineer for the Town, Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town. After review of the August 8, 2018 minutes, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, and seconded by Ron Miller, to accept the minutes.  All in favor. So carried.

John Surface, 252 Nevis Road, Lea Springstead, representing Suncommon, came before the board regarding the initializing of a solar array project.  She was informed the project must first go before the Clermont ZBA for a Special use Permit.  It was agreed to hold a joint Public Hearing with the ZBA at the ZBA’s September 26, 2018 meeting.

Ed Hull, 48 Hogtrough Road, came before the Planning Board regarding the need for a lot line adjustment for 2 acres which will be sold to Josephine Torre.  He will return to the October meeting of the Planning Board with a completed Application and Site Plan.

Windhorse Farm, 356 County Route 6, Tax ID# 79.-1-48, Kurt Andernauch presented a revision to the parking area spaces.  There will be no additional disturbance.  A motion to deem a change to map as de minimuss change, to waive SEQRA and approve the change as presented was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.

Motion to adjourn was made by Tom Jantzen and seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor. So carried.  The meeting adjourned at 8:35pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary

Town Board – September 2018

CLERMONT TOWN BOARD

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The Clermont Town Board held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those in attendance were Supervisor Raymond Staats, Councilman Robert Desmond, Councilwoman Dawn Brownson, Councilman Evan Hempel and Councilman Kris Gildersleeve. There were seven residents present.

Supervisor Staats opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

MINUTES: A motion was made to accept the minutes by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.

TOWN CLERK’S REPORT: The Town Clerk read the report for August and presented a check for the General Fund in the amount of $538.58 to the Supervisor.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • Received a new recycling protocol from Columbia County Solid Waste Department.  Posted at Town Hall and information available by calling 518-828-2737.
  • Keeping Identities of Seniors Safe Program (K.I.S.S.) for shredding any personal paperwork will be held September 10 through September 21st at the Town Hall during Town Clerk’s hours.
  • Supervisor provided the budget and revenue report for August to the board.

WEBSITE: Mary Louise Kalin tried to access the historic photos but a password was needed to access. It was pointed out that the date change for this meeting was not posted on the website.

Councilman Hempel will address these issues.  He also stated that the web committee did not meet because of vacations but will be resuming and the committee had a good view of what the website should look like.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

PARK: Councilman Desmond passed out the suggested wording for the Veteran’s monument proposed for the park. He would also like two silhouettes, probably in the upper corners of the Marines raising the flag on Iwo Jima and of a soldier kneeling with the bayonet and helmet.

The verbal quotes that have been received are $2,260 for the monument with engraving from Kol-Rocklea and $3,641.00 for monument, lettering, silhouettes and foundation from Hudson Monumental Works.

A member of the audience suggested not having the silhouettes, and having a simpler, solid version of the verbiage.  There was discussion about using the term ‘Thank you for your service’ and the silhouettes might not be inclusive, such as gender, branch of service.  Supervisor Staats suggested getting a mockup of the monument so that it can be viewed. Additional plans

are for walking trails, picnic tables and more info will come from the surveys.

HUDSON RIVER HERITAGE: Councilwoman Brownson reported that the Hudson River Heritage – Tours of Columbia County homes will be held on Saturday, October 13th and they would like to use the ‘Academy’ to start the tour. They will provide insurance.

OLD BUSINESS:

  • PARK: Soccer Goals have been ordered and should arrive shortly.  Supervisor Staats will meet with the Soccer League to see where it is best to set up.  He also reported that we have received donations towards the goals of $1000.00 from the Southern Columbia Soccer League, $1,000 from Morris Associates, $1,000 from Fingar Insurance, and from Freeman-Howard.  There was a question from a resident about why they are going with the soccer field before the survey came out.  This was decided many years ago on another survey. A committee member feels that the board could have let the committee know that it was decided on the soccer field.  Supervisor Staats thought that this was known as it has been talked about for several years. He apologized that the residents were not aware.
  • BUILDING REPAIRS: Supervisor Staats has requested bids from several local contractors for the repair/replacement of the roof on the Community House.  He asked for bids from Hudson Valley Residential Renovations, Jennings Contracting and B&T Contracting and has not yet received a bid. We may have to advertise this but he would like to give local contractors the opportunity to respond.  Councilman Gildersleeve asked if there is a deadline with the insurance.  The Supervisor does not think it is immediate that we do anything, he does not see anything that would make him worry about leaking.
  • BINGHAMS MILL BRIDGE: It has been finalized by the County that the bridge will be taken down.  It has gone to bid for removal and will probably be scheduled this year to remove it.
  • DEC: We received an invoice for $20,000 from DEC after having closed out the work on the Brownfields. This invoice is for additional work that came in after the closeout date. The Supervisor would like to call for a meeting with DEC to challenge this, if the board is in agreement.  

NEW BUSINESS:

  • SOCCER FIELD: Supervisor Staats thanked all that donated to the soccer goals, Morris Associates, Southern Columbia Soccer League, Fingar Insurance and Freeman-Howard.
  • RESOLUTION NO. 42 OF 2018:

Columbia County has asked the Towns to pass a resolution adopting the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, which enables the town to be eligible for grants. A motion was made to adopt Resolution No. 42 of 2018 by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  Councilman Hempel voted nay because he did not have an opportunity to view the plan. Motion passed.

  • FUEL OIL CONTRACT: Because of the issues that we had last winter with running out of fuel with the company on the County bid, which again won the bid for this year, we put out a bid for fuel oil. The bids we received were from Valley Oil for .25 over rack price, 2.499 lock in price; Petro Home Services, .40 over rack, 2.75 lock in price and K&H Fuel Oil, .35 over rack. Councilwoman Brownson made a motion to accept the Valley Oil bid of $2.499 gallon, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  All in favor.  So carried.
  • BUDGET WORKSHOP: The budget workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 19 at 6:30 P.M. and Tuesday, September 25 at 6:30 P.M. if needed and to discuss any other business which may come before the board.
  • HIGHWAY: The Highway Department requested to purchase a new pressure washer. This is needed to clean the trucks and equipment. Superintendent Potts received two quotes as follows: Construction Tool Warehouse, for a Shark Hot Water Pressure Washer, $2999.00, ISC Online for a Shark Hot Water Pressure Washer, $5,380.00.  The money is in this year’s budget in the account D5130.2. A motion was made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson to approve the purchase for $2,999.00 from Construction Tool Warehouse.  All in favor. So carried. 

SUPERVISOR REPORT:

Budget for County departments: It seems that every department is requesting increases.  The budget does not get passed until the end of November.   

Supervisor Staats has been asked to be on the Public Safety Committee.  He is currently on the County Government Committee which he would be switching with another Supervisor.

ABSTRACTS:

  • A motion was made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Hempel to approve Highway abstract #9, vouchers # 86 to 92, in the amount of $4355.78.  All in favor.  So carried.
  • A motion was made by Councilman Hempel, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve to approve General abstract #9, vouchers #235-254, in the amount of $7619.61.  All in favor.  So carried.
  • A motion was made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond to approve General Pre-Paid abstract #9, vouchers 232-234 in the amount of $199.27.  All in favor.  So carried.

LITTLE LIBRARY: Supervisor Staats mentioned that the Highway Department completed the library box which can be used by residents to borrow library books.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Kimberly Peacock reported that Tousey Winery is going to hold a Corn Hole Tournament on September 23rd from 12 PM and no later than 8 PM and the Village Green Committee has volunteered to host the food concession.  They are planning to have hot dogs and hamburgers.  The proceeds will support the Community House.

A motion was made to adjourn by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve at 8:20 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, RMC

Town Clerk

Zoning Board of Appeals – August 2018

Clermont Zoning Board of Appeals

1795 Route 9
Germantown, New York 12526
August 22, 2018

The meeting opened at 7:30 pm. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending: Hank Himelright, Pete Cichetti, Luke Kumburis, Don Van Wagner.

Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting, July 2018.  A motion to accept the minutes was made by Don Van Wagner, seconded by Luke Kumburis.  All in favor.  So carried.

John Surface, 252 Nevis FRoad, Tax ID#191.1-1-11.11, Jesse Cutaia of Suncommon (formerly Hudson Solar) represented John Surface in applying for a special use permit for installation of a 40 panel array.  A site visit will be conducted on Monday, August 27, 2018 between 4pm-6pm.  Motion to accept application was made by Luke Kumbburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner.  All in favor.  So carried.  A Public Hearing will be held September 26, 2018 jointly with the Clermont Planning Board.

Motion to adjourn was made by Pete Cichetti, seconded by Luke Kumburis.  All in favor.  So carried.  The meeting closed at 8:05pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary

Fire Commissioners – August 2018

CLERMONT FIRE COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 20, 2018

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, August 20, 2018 at 7:00 P.M.  Those present were Commissioner Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh, Commissioner Laurence Saulpaugh and Commissioner Raymond Bauer.  Commissioner Miller was absent.  Others present were Chief Lloyd Kukon, First Assistant Collin Brown, Captain Les Coons, Treasurer Denise Fiore and Robert Desmond.

Commissioner S. Rifenburgh opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

MINUTES: Commissioner R. Rifenburgh noted the following corrections to the July minutes:

            Page 27 – Fire Equipment should say ‘all trucks have been serviced except truck 6031 which has not had filters changed’.

            Page 28 – Dryer should say ‘the cost is $200.00 per piece’.

A motion was made by Commissioner Laurence Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer to accept the minutes with corrections.  All in favor. So carried.

TREASURERS REPORT:

Total amount of July 2018 invoices paid                                           $  4,139.58

Proposed August invoices                                                                   $  1,532.05

Paid August invoices                                                                          $  2,196.49

                                                Total:                                                   $  3,728.54

RECONCILIATION OF ACCOUNTS

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date                                 

Money Markey Checking Balance                                                     $126,610.52

Checking Balance                                                                               $  4,506.62

Less Outstanding Checks                                                                   $     630.94

Checking Balance to Date                                                                  $  3,875.68

Money Market & Checking Account Total                                        $130,486.20

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                                          $29,718.48

Capital Reserve Fund for Construction & Improvements                  $33,655.38

A motion was made to accept the Treasurer’s Report by Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • A check received from the Clermont Historic Site for traffic detail during July 4th fireworks was made out to the District but should go to the Company.  The Treasurer will issue a check to the Company for $400.00.
  • Fire District Affairs for August – September
  • Invitation from Swab Wagon Co. to Berrysburg, PA. on October 6, 2018 for picnic.
  • RBC Wealth Management Account Statement for July – $400,002.47
  • 2018 Leadership & Vendor Expo by the Accociation of Fire Districts in Saratoga Springs, October 11-13.
  • Physical for Peter Cichetti received.
  • Firefighter Cancer Study-Northwell Health

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioners Bauer and Saulpaugh

  • Commissioner Bauer’s brother will be mowing the lawn this week at Station #1.
  • Commissioner Bauer reported that James Potts is working on the Station #1 drainage.

INSURANCE: Commissioners R. Rifenburgh and Commissioner Miller

The Chairwoman and Secretary will be reviewing the records of those members that may be eligible for the cancer insurance. There is some clarification of the law that must be made in order to verify the eligibility. 

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioners Bauer and Saulpaugh

  • The trucks looked really good for the Convention parade. The Captain and others did a lot of work on them.
  • Commissioner Saulpaugh asked when truck 6013 would get the blisters taken care of?

LOSAP:  All Commissioners

The district funds are being invested in more domestic stocks by RBC Wealth Management.

LAWS AND POLICIES: All Commissioners

  • Travel policy was handed out and will be reviewed for September’s meeting.

LEGAL: All Commissioners

No report

OLD BUSINESS:

  • Commissioner Bauer will get in touch with Bob McCarthy on the removal of light fixtures and installation of LED lights.
  • The TV has not been mounted at Station #1.  A motion was made by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh to purchase the hardware to mount it at a cost not to exceed $100.00, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.
  • The dryer for the gear will be delivered.
  • The district will hire someone to clean the bays at Station #2, as it is in the lease contract that the District is responsible.

NEW BUSINESS:

  • Tyler Case has gotten his new gear with the exception of boots.  It is unclear if he will be returning to active duty.  If he doesn’t return after the lst of the year and complete the OSHA then we have done what we can do.
  • Milan Fire Department will be coming to the budget meeting at our regular meeting on September 17th

CHIEFS REPORT:

There were three calls for July:

  1. 7/9/18 Alarm Activation – Inflight – 694 Church Avenue
  2. 7/11/18 Mutual aid//Germantown – Structure fire, 4781 Route 9G
  3. 7/22/218 Standby for Tivoli in quarters

Monthly Drills:

6/23/318 – Saulpaugh’s Cold Storage walk through.  Measure distance of water source, etc.

                        14 firefighters attended

Special Details:

7/4/18 – Clermont State Park – park cars for fireworks

7/19/18 – Work detail on truck #6013- 5 firefighters

7/21/18 – Vet to Vet Extrication Demo and display of trucks #6013 & 6010 – 4 firefighters

7/28/18 – Convention parade in Germantown – 14 firefighters

The Chief asked to take Truck #6034 to the Chatham Fair.  The Commissioners don’t have any problem with it.

Captain Les Coon talked to John Faso about getting gear through a grant. Captain Coon said that when you put in a grant you have to specify for specific gear. 

There is a grant writer who would charge $500.00 to write it and $1000.00 to close out the grant if it is received.  The $500.00 would be returned if we get the grant. 

Commissioner R. Rifenburgh made a motion to have the grant writer start the process, seconded by Commissioner Saulpaugh. All in favor. So carried.

Commissioner R. Rifenburgh would like to know why the AED’s have not been checked since May 31st.  Captain Coon said that the technician who came said that the AED’s do not have to be checked every week. This will be added to the truck check and should probably be done at least monthly.

There was an officer’s meeting and the Captain wanted something done by a Lt. in the drill and it was refused.  This person also refused to drive the van.  This person was also asked if they still wanted to be in the position and it was sometimes yes, sometimes no. Commissioner R. Rifenburgh would like the truck checklist submitted every month to the Commissioners. He also thinks if the job isn’t getting done it is up to the Chief to get help for the Captain so that the work gets done. 

MOTION:

A motion was made by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Saulpaugh to pay the bills.

The fuel report for 7/22/18 showed 25.5 gallons used.  

A motion was made to adjourn by Commissioner Saulpaugh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer at 8:30 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon

Fire District Secretary

Planning Board – August 2018

 CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

 August 8, 2018

 

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Jennifer Phillips, Ron Miller, Nathan Hemple and Mary Howard.. Others present were George Schmitt, Engineer for the Town, Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town. After review of the July 11, 2018 minutes, a motion was made by Mary Howard, and seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to accept the minutes.  All in favor. So carried.

Bruce Potts, 634 Church Ave (County Route 33), came before the Planning Board regarding a minor subdivision,  explaining there are plans to sell the land on the west side of County Route 33 and then plans to divide the remainder of the land, located on the east side of County Route 33. He wishes to divide a flag parcel of approximately 3 acres to build a house, with access off Banks Lane.  He will return with the application, survey and site plan to present it to the Planning Board.

John Surface, 252 Nevis Road, Tax Map ID# 191.1-1-11.11, represented by Jesse Cutaia of Sun Common.  Plans for a ground mounted solar array were presented.  He will go before the ZBA on August 22, 2018.  George Schmitt will review and submit a comment letter.

Motion to adjourn was made by Mary Howard and seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor. So carried.  The meeting adjourned at 8:20pm.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary