Meeting Minutes 2019

CLERMONT FIRE COMMISSIONERS

                                                            MAY 20, 2019

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those in attendance were Chairwoman Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Ron Miller and Commissioner Raymond Bauer.  Also present was Chief Lloyd Kukon, Treasurer Denise Fiore, Firefighter Joseph Scott and Robert Desmond.

Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh was absent.

At the last Clermont Fire Company meeting Joseph Scott was appointed to the position of First Lieutenant. He is present and the Chairwoman would like a motion to approve the appointment of Joseph Scott to the position of First Lieutenant.  A motion was made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer. All in favor.  So carried. He was sworn in by the Town Clerk.

Chairwoman Rifenburgh opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

A motion was made by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Miller to accept the minutes. All in favor.  So carried.

TREASURERS REPORT:

May 20, 2019 Fire Commissioners’ Treasurer’s Report                   

RE:  April 2019

Total Amount of April 2019 Invoices Paid                                                               $ 6,049.44

RE:  May 2019

Proposed May 2019 Invoices                                   $ 2,888.33

Paid May 2019 Invoices                                                                       3,200.40  

                               Total                                                                                      $ 6,088.73

Reconciliation of Accounts

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date

Money Market Checking Balance*                                                $ 207,226.19

*Includes interest paid on 4/30/19 in the amount of $60.27

Checking Balance                                                                                   1,755.70

Plus Deposit (4/17/19)                                                                                5,000.00           

Less Outstanding Checks                                                                       3,117.87

Checking Balance to Date                                                                      3,637.83

Money Market & Checking A/C Total                                             $ 210,864.02

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                           $   29,728.61 (as of 12/31/18)

            Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                    $            3.78

            Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                    3.42

            Interest 2/28/19 – 3/31/19                                                    3.79

            Interest 3/31/19 – 4/30/19                                                    3.66

                                                            Total                          $   29,743.26                                             

Capital Reserve Fund for Constr. &Improvement:              $   33,666.86 (as of 12/31/18)

            Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                     $            4.29

            Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                    3.87     

            Interest 2/28/19 – 3/31/19                                                    4.29

            Interest 3/31/19 – 4/30/19                                                    4.15     

                                                             Total                          $   33,683.46

Denise Fiore, Treasurer

May 20, 2019

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

CORRESPONDENCE:

• Physicals received for Christopher Farewell and Jacqueline Therrian Decker.
• RBC Wealth Management for April – $385,150.94.
• Fuel Log – 9 gals used.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioner Bauer

• Commissioner Bauer reported that he and Highway Superintendent Potts have been working on the drainage at Station #1 and the parking lot is ready for blacktop.  Colarussos is behind because of the recent rains. 
• He also reported that the Deckers, neighbors to the north of the firehouse, complained about the generator noise.  A letter will be written to them asking them for a day and time that they would prefer for the test to be done.  Currently, the test is done on Saturday at noon.  Mr. Decker also suggested moving the generator to the south side of the building.  They can let the Secretary know or come to the next meeting.

INSURANCE: Commissioner R. Rifenburgh and Commissioner Miller

No report

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioner Bauer

• The Chief got an estimate for the missing radio and microphone for the insurance company.  The estimate was $1,455.75 for radio and microphone with a 31% discount. The microphones that were missing have been found.  They had been moved to a different location.
• Grant for gear: We have not gotten a letter stating that we were not approved for the grant, so we are still hoping we may get it.  If we do receive it, we will have to pay 5%.

LOSAP: All Commissioners

No report

LAWS AND POLICIES:  All Commissioners

No report

LEGAL: All Commissioners

No report

OLD BUSINESS:

• Accounting: Treasurer Fiore reported that Brian Fitzgerald would definitely want to work with us.  He will send a letter with his fee.
• Sexual Harassment:  Chairwoman Rifenburgh is still looking into this.
• FIT TESTS: Livingston Fire District did get the machine for the FIT testing.  They need the names of the individuals that will be taking the FIT tests so they can program the machine.

NEW BUSINESS:

• The Chief reported that there is a seventh firefighter who is interested in attending the training with the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs. Last month it was approved for six to attend this training. If we were a member of the Association we would pay less because of the discount.  The fee online is $175.00 for the department.  After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer to join the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs.  All in favor.  So carried. A motion was made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer to approve Jackie Decker to attend.  All in favor.  So Carried.
• Discussed the monthly reports that are put into the system for the County and State and needing a method to be sure they are getting entered.

CHIEFS REPORT:

There were six calls for April as follows:

4/1/19 – Alarm Activation – 104 Mill Road

4/5/19 – EMS assist entrapment

4/14/19 – Alarm activation – 104 Mill Road

4/22/19 – Alarm activation – 6 Sharon Drive

4/28/19 – Mutual Aid (Tivoli) Standby at Tivoli Firehouse

4/28/19 – Mutual Aid (Tivoli) Manpower at scene – Bard College

Monthly Drills/Work Details

4/9/19 – Hose test by Waterway 2 firefighters – 7 ½ hours each

4/16/19 – Officers Meeting – five firefighters – 2 hours each

4/17/19 – Pump operations, washed parking lot – 4 firefighters-  3 hours each

4/22/19 – Extrication drill, winch, removed doors, reviewed operational practices – 11 firefighters – 2 hrs. each.

• The Chief reported that the Essentials of Firefighting course has been completed by Cody Rockefeller and there are two other new members which will be taking the course.
• The Chief asked permission to take two trucks to the parade in Germantown on Memorial Day, 5/27/19.  A motion was made to approve taking two trucks to the Memorial Day parade in Germantown by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer. All in favor.  So carried.

A motion to pay the bills was made by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer. All in favor.  So carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Bob Desmond asked about the appointment to the Lieutenants position.  The Fire Company notified all that were eligible to run and the only one that wanted to was Joseph Scott.  Before Mr. Desmond got here, Mr. Scott was approved and sworn in.

A motion was made to adjourn by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner Miller at 8:00 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, Secretary

Clermont Fire District

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

May 8, 2019

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Nathan Hempel, Mary Howard, Ron Miller, Jennifer Phillips, Tom Jantzen and Clayton Andrus. Others present were George Schmitt, Engineer for the Town, Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town.

After review of the April 2019 minutes, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Ron Miller, to accept the minutes.  All in favor. So carried.

Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Clayton Andrus, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Bruce Potts, 634 Church Avenue, Tax ID# 180.00-01-5.111.  Applicant is seeking to subdivide one parcel into 3 parcels.  There were no objections from the audience.  Motion to close the Public Hearing was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Jennifer Phillips.  All in favor.  So carried.

Mary Howard, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, rescinds the portion of the motion from the April meeting requiring a perc test and the placement of wells and septics on the 3 parcels.  Motion to deem the application as complete.  The signature cards, which have not been returned from the notification of the Public Hearing to the neighbors, will be brought in to be added to the file.

Bruce Potts, 634 Church Avenue, Tax ID #180.00-01-5.111, is seeking to subdivide 1 parcel in to 3 parcels, consisting of 26.336 acres, 16.965 acres and 33.953 acres.  Matthew Griesemer read the SEQRA, recommending to declare a negative impact.  Motion was made by Clayton Andrus, seconded by Mary Howard, to declare a negative impact.  All in favor.  So carried. Motion to approve the application was made by Nathan Hempel, seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor. So carried.   

Carmelite Sisters, 600 Woods Road, represented by Rob Sasser from Tighe and Bond, proposes to build visitors’ cottage.  The current cottage will be removed.  Applicant will return with further lighting and septic details.

Discussion was held regarding Red Wing Mine.  Matthew Griesemer presented a letter dated April 26, 2019 to the DEC regarding Red Wing Mine.

Motion to adjourn was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Tom Jantzen.  All in favor. So carried.  The meeting adjourned at 8:55pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M Webber
Secretary

CLERMONT TOWN BOARD MINUTES

                                                                        MAY 6, 2019

The Clermont Town Board held a public hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2019 amending Article IV, Section 2 of the Clermont Subdivision regulations concerning the review and approval of lot line alterations in the Town of Clermont. Those present were Supervisor Raymond Staats, Councilman Robert Desmond, Councilwoman Dawn Brownson, Councilman Evan Hempel and Councilman Kris Gildersleeve.  There were 10 others present.

Supervisor Staats opened the public hearing and the Clerk read the public notice of the hearing on Local Law No. 1 of 2019 to amend the Subdivision regulations pertaining to Lot Line Alterations. This proposed law was circulated through the Planning and Zoning Boards for their input and also Columbia County Planning with no adverse effects in their opinion.  The Supervisor opened the floor to any public comment.   Councilman Desmond said that the intent is to simplify the process for applicants. With no other comments the public hearing was closed at 6:50 P.M.

Supervisor Staats opened the regular meeting of the Clermont Town Board with a salute to the flag. He welcomed the representatives of the School Districts of Germantown, Red Hook and Pine Plains to speak on the 2019-2020 budgets. 

• Pine Plains School District: Assistant Superintendent Michael Goldbeck said that there total proposed budget is $33,928,878 an increase of 1.32% , the smallest in five years. The estimated tax levy if 2.52% so that rebates will still be coming to residents.  He went over the propositions that will be on the ballot for buses, Capital reserve and two seats on the school board.
• Germantown Central School District: Superintendent Susan Brown and Jonathan Boehme, business manager, presented a budget of $15,597,618.00. There are two incumbents seeking reelection.  The estimated increase is 4.52%.  They are hoping to get bids in next week for the capital project.
• Red Hook School District: Business Manager Bruce Martin came for Superintendent Paul Finch who was not able to attend.  There is a tax levy increase of 2.61%.  There is a public hearing on May 8^th at the Mill Road school and registration is on May 15 from noon to 5:00 P.M. There are two incumbents running for two seats. There is a bus proposition on the ballot. Both libraries are on the ballot for funding. There is also a solar project proposition if state aid is received.
• Red Hook Public Library: Director Dawn Jardine said that their enrollment is increasing with many more people using the programs. Ms. Jardine explained the programs that they have at the Library. They are seeking an increase of $16,400.00 on the ballot, a 4.42% increase. Also present was Maryelisa Blundell, President of the Board of Trustees/
• Tivoli Free Library: President of the Board Erica Kane spoke to the town board about the increase in salaries and health insurance as the reason of the budget increase. The budget is $80,000 and they are asking for $1600.00 additional, a 2% increase. Also present was Director, Michele DelPirone and Gautam Sethi, President of the Board of Trustees.

There were many questions from the board on enrollment numbers and the programs that are offered.  There is a reduction in enrollment in all of the schools.

The school budget vote will be held on Tuesday, May 21 from 12:00 Noon to 9:00 P.M.

Supervisor Staats thanked all for being here.

A motion was made to go into Executive Session to discuss contract negotiations by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond at 7:45 P.M. All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to come out of Executive session at 8:35 P.M. by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Hempel.  All in favor.  So carried.

MINUTES: The minutes of the April meeting were reviewed by the board and a motion was made to accept by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  All in favor.  So carried.

TOWN CLERKS REPORT: The town clerk read the April Town Clerk report and presented a check for the General Fund to the Supervisor for $4,540.26 and for Trust and Agency for $300.00.

CORRESPONDENCE:

• The board members received the budget and revenue reports through April.
• There was nothing to report from the web committee

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

• Councilman Desmond reported that the POW flag has been put up in the park. Councilman Gildersleeve ordered it for us.
• The new highway truck should be coming in very soon.
• Councilman Hempel reported that there is nothing to report on the new website.
• Councilman Gildersleeve also commented on the flag being up in the park.
• Councilwoman Brownson said that we did receive $750 from the Bank of Greene County towards the landscaping for the park from the grant that she applied for. She has also requested grant assistance to the Iroquois Community Grant Program in the amount of $6300 for landscaping at the entrance to the park.
• Councilwoman Brownson thanked the volunteers that worked at the Easter Egg Hunt.

Phyllis Heiko asked how much is in the park fund. The Supervisor said that there is $30,000 available not including anything received since the last meeting. Councilman Desmond pointed out that the committee was authorized to spend $5,688.00 on the entrance to the park. The grants were submitted with that in mind.

Mary Howard said that the committee has been working on grant applications.

The committee is planning on planting bulbs and flowers in the park on Saturday, June 15^th. Anyone is welcomed to come and help. There should be a report by the end of July.  She is trying to get everyone together for a meeting. Councilman Desmond asked if there was anything on a sign yet for the entrance. Mary has a draft of the sign and the committee will look at it and address that.The Supervisor would like some signage to the affect that there should be no dogs on the area of the fields. He has had reports that someone was dog training on the soccer field.

Phyllis Heiko asked about signs prohibiting activities in the park. She has asked before and would like the town board to address it. The committee has a draft which has to be reviewed.

OLD BUSINESS:

• Bids for painting the Town Hall and Community House from damage done by the hail storm May 15, 2018 were opened last month and after review by the Supervisor will be awarded to B/T Contractors in the amount of $8,100.00 paid from the buildings account 1620.4. A motion was made to accept this bid by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.
• The roof replacement contract will be awarded next month.
• Red Wing: The Planning Board has asked our attorney to send a letter to DEC. Our attorney Matthew Griesemer did send a letter to DEC. Our Code Enforcement Officer did also contact DEC but has not heard back from them.  Phyllis asked if a site visit was done by CEO but our Supervisor said that there is no application, and unless they file an application the CEO would not do a site visit.  The letter from our attorney was read by Mary Howard.  Mrs. Marquardt stated that Red Wing should have filed for a permit to operate, however, Mary Howard stated that Red Wing mining was instituted prior to the zoning code so it is a non-conforming use but once the use changes then they would need a permit. There were further comments on this issue and whether or not they should have come for a permit in prior years. The Town Board is doing what they can on this matter. There were further conversation but they were talking over each other so there are no minutes for those conversations.

NEW BUSINESS:

• LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 2019: Supervisor Staats responded to the SEQRA form and the board made a motion to declare a negative declaration by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Hempel.  All in favor.  So carried. Supervisor asked for a motion to approve Local Law No. 1 of 2019.  Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  A roll call vote was as follows: Councilman Desmond, aye; Councilwoman Brownson, aye; Councilman Hempel, aye; Councilman Gildersleeve, aye; Supervisor Staats, aye.  Motion passed.
• PARK SIGNS: The Committee will be looking at this.  

SUPERVISORS REPORT:

• Supervisor Staats received the 1^st quarter sales tax check from the County in the amount of $93,234.36. This is an increase of about 7%.
• Pave New York:  The Highway Superintendent received word that we will receive a check for paving roads in the amount of $10,621.81.  We will do a budget amendment as we did not budget for this in the budget.
• Easter Egg Hunt: Thanked all that helped out this year.

ABSTRACTS:

• A motion was made by Councilman Gildersleeve to approve Prepaid General abstract #5, vouchers #111-113 in the amount of $198.52, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilman Desmond to approve General abstract #5A, vouchers #114 – 140 in the amount of $6934.39, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilman Hempel to approve Highway abstract #5, vouchers #33 to #46 in the amount of $9,731.86, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilwoman Brownson to approve Trust & Agency abstract #4, vouchers #10-12 in the amount of $510.00, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.  All in favor.  So carried.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

There were no further public comments.

A motion was made to adjourn at 9:20 P.M. by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Hempel.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, RMC

Town Clerk

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

April 24, 2019

The meeting opened at 7:30 pm. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending: Hank Himelright,  Luke Kumburis, Don Van Wagner and Phyllis Heiko.  Town Attorney, Matthew Griesemer was also present.

Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting, March 27, 2018.  A motion to accept the minutes as corrected was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner.  All in favor.  So carried.

Anne Katrin Spiess, 356 County Route 6, Tax ID# 179.-1-48, Motion to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Anna Spiess was made by Don Van Wagner, seconded by Luke Kumburis.  Motion was made to close the Public Hearing for Anna Spiess by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Don Van Wagner.  All in favor, so carried. 

Greg and Donna Fingar, 122 Mill Road, Tax ID #180.-2-56, Motion was made by Phyllils Heiko, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing.  Carl Whitbeck, representing the applicants, explained the proposal to subdivide the property at 122 Mill Road to the audience.  Bob Desmond explain the laws regarding subdivisions, dead end roads and cul de sacs as well as the history the Mill Road becoming a closed road.  Several other attendees spoke, giving their opinion.  Questions and answers were discussed between the Board and the audience. Motion to close the Public Hearing and return to the regular meeting was made by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Don Van Wagner.  The Board will deliberate and make a decision within 62 days.

Fook Chew, 14 Sharon Drive, Tax ID #191.4-2-5.4, Momentum Solar of Plainview, NY, representing the applicant, presented the proposed ground mounted solar panels, consisting of 54 panels.  The Board explained the type of screening needed was evergreens.  They will return for the next meeting on May 22, 2019.  Motion for the Public Hearing to remain open and return to the regular meeting was made by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Luke Kumburis.  All in favor.  So carried.

Richard and Donna Stickle, 1188 County Route 6, Tax ID# 180.-2-43.1, Applicant is applying for an area variance to add a garage to their existing house.  The building setback requires a 50’ setback.  The proposed setback would be 36’, requiring an area variance.  The application was accepted as complete.  A Public Hearing was set for May 22, 2019.

Motion was made to adjourn by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Luke Kumburis.    All in favor.  So carried.  The meeting closed at 9:30pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary

CLERMONT FIRE COMMISSIONERS

                                                                 APRIL  15, 2019

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, April 15, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those present were Chairwoman Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Raymond Bauer and Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh.  Also present were Treasurer Denise Fiore, Chief Lloyd Kukon, Captain Les Coon and Robert Desmond. Commissioner Ronald Miller was absent and there is one vacancy on the board.

Chairwoman Rifenburgh opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

MINUTES: The minutes were reviewed and a motion made to accept them by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh. All in favor.  So carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT:

April 15, 2019 Fire Commissioners’ Treasurer’s Report                   

RE:  March 2019

Total Amount of March 2019 Invoices Paid                       $ 7,573.86*

$208.06 for Pittsfield Communications deducted from

 March abstract because it was previously paid.

RE:  April 2019

Proposed April 2019 Invoices                                               $ 3,905.06

Paid April 2019 Invoices                                                          2,144.38  

                                                Total                                                                    $ 6,049.44

Reconciliation of Accounts

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date

Money Market Checking Balance*                                                      $ 212,165.92

*Includes interest paid on 3/31/19 in the amount of $63.81

  Checking Balance                                                                                            2,781.74           

Less Outstanding Checks                                                                                     38.81

Less Bank Error                                                                                                               .50

Checking Balance to Date                                                                              2,742.43

Money Market & Checking A/C Total                                                $ 214,908.35

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                                        $   29,728.61 (as of 12/31/18)

                Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                                  $            3.78

                Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                                   3.42

                Interest 2/28/19 – 3/31/19                                                                     3.79

                                                                                               Total               $   29,739.60                                                                                                                           

Capital Reserve Fund for Constr. &Improvement:        $   33,666.86 (as of 12/31/18)

                Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                                                 $            4.29

                Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                                       3.87         

                Interest 2/28/19 – 3/31/19                                                                      4.29

                                                                               Total                                   $   33,679.31

Denise Fiore, Treasurer

April 15, 2019

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

CORRESPONDENCE:

• Fire District Affairs newsletter for April – May
• Waterway Hose and Ladder Testing Services report for 2019
• RBC Wealth Management Account Statement for March 2019 – $382,834.65

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioner Bauer

Commissioner Bauer reported that the electrician told him that the buried electric line should be 18 inches deep.  Rather than moving it now, wait until the work putting down the new blacktop is done. 

INSURANCE: Commissioners R. Rifenburgh and Commissioner Miller

No Report

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioner Bauer

• The light tower was fixed on 6013.
• Commissioner Bauer asked if the gear dryer can be used to just dry a small item such as gloves. There is not a way to just dry small items.

LOSAP: All Commissioners

No report

LAWS AND POLICIES: All Commissioners

• Commissioner R. Rifenburgh asked if all members have had their FIT tests. He said that they should have it done when they have their physicals. He doesn’t want a delay because the fit tests have to be done before they expire.  He doesn’t want to answer to OSHA because they have expired on the interior firefighters.

LEGAL: All Commissioners

No report.

OLD BUSINESS:

• The Treasurer reported that the present accountant, Mark Fitzgerald is retiring and recommends Brian Fitzgerald who is familiar with the town and the district finances to do our financial reporting and audit.
• Sexual Harassment: Commissioner S. Rifenburgh was planning on going to the Sexual Harassment training in Albany, but will not be able to because of a family commitment.

NEW BUSINESS:

None

CHIEFS REPORT:

There was one call for March:

• 3/27/19 – Mutual aid to Livingston for a brush fire.

Monthly drills/work details

3/25/19 – Brush fire/pump drill – airport – 10 firefighters attended

3/27/19 – OSHA training #1 – 16 firefighters attended

4/3/19 – OSHA Training #2 – 16 firefighters attended

3/22/19, 3/26/19,3/29/19 – Clean and setup for dinner

3/30/19 – Roast beef dinner

The Chief reported that the hoses and ladders passed the tests, but the suction hose on the portable pump did not.

Equipment should come back from those who have not had their OSHA class or do not intend to take the classes. The Chief will check with them. He thinks that there are several firefighters that may be attending at other firehouses.

A motion was made to pay the bills by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh.  All in favor.  So carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

• Bob Desmond suggested getting another quote for the accountant position.
• Captain Coon asked if six members can attend Flashover training in Hudson on October 27^th, $100.00 if a member of Fire Chiefs Association, $125.00 if not. The six members are Les Coon, Evan Decker, Colin Brown, Sam Williams, Josh Williams and Wes Werner.  Also, Assistant Chief Brown and Captain Coon would like to attend a course in Syracuse on June 13,2019 on Aggressive Interior Attack.  The cost is $385.00 each.

A motion was made by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer to approve attendance at these courses.  All in favor.  So carried. 

• The bill for refreshments at OSHA training was $251.50. The amount allowed without approval from the Commissioners is $200.00.  It should be watched more closely before expended funds.
• The estimated unexpended budget from 2018 is $13,000.00.
• FUEL USAGE: 101 gallons for the month.
• Captain Coon submitted a letter from his employer that he attended Sexual Harassment training at his job and asked if this would be acceptable to the Commissioners. A motion was made to accept by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to adjourn by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh seconded by Commissioner Bauer at 7:40 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon

Fire District Secretary

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

April 10, 2019

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Nathan Hempel, Mary Howard, Ron Miller, Jennifer Phillips and Clayton Andrus. Others present were George Schmitt, Engineer for the Town, Brian Henchy, Attorney for the Town.

After review of the March 2019 minutes, a motion was made by Mary Howard, and seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to accept the minutes.  All in favor. So carried.

Pamela Haug, Moore Farm LLC, 301 Nevis Road, Tax Map ID #191.1-01-29, is seeking to subdivide 1 parcel into 3 parcels, with a 50’ right way.  Applicant will return with the completed application and needed additions to the survey.

Bruce Potts, 634 Church Avenue, Tax ID #180.00-01-5.111, is seeking to subdivide 1 parcel in to 3 parcels, consisting of 26.336 acres, 16.965 acres and 33.953 acres.  The Board voted on the motion by Mary Howard to require 3 perk tests and the placement of 3 wells and septics on each parcel.  Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to accept the application, with the addition of the perc tests and well/septic locations added to the survey map.  A Public Hearing will be held on May 8, 2019.

Mary Marquardt and Charles Robinson spoke on the Red Wing mining operation.  There is no application currently before the Planning Board from Red Wing.

Windhorse Farm, 356 County Route 6, represented by Kurt Andernach, came before the Board regarding a new type of lighting for the parking lot at Windhorse.  The presented parking light pucks  are solar powered instead of pole mounted electric lights. More data and info will provided to the Planning Board.

Fook Chew, 14 Sharon Drive, Tax ID #191.4-2-5.4, submitted an application for a 54 panel solar project. 

Motion to adjourn was made by Mary Howard and seconded by Clayton Andrus.  All in favor. So carried.  The meeting adjourned at 9:20pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M Webber
Secretary

CLERMONT TOWN BOARD MINUTES

                                                                                    APRIL 1, 2019

The Clermont Town Board held its regular meeting on Monday, April 1, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those in attendance were Supervisor Raymond Staats, Councilman Robert Desmond, Councilwoman Dawn Brownson and Councilman Kris Gildersleev Councilman Evan Hempel was absent.  There were seven residents present.

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

MINUTES: The minutes were reviewed by the board and a motion was made to accept the minutes of the March meeting by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve, Councilwoman Brownson abstained as she was absent in March.  So carried.

TOWN CLERK’S REPORT: The Town Clerk presented a check for the General fund to the Supervisor in the amount of $352.38 and for Trust and Agency in the amount of $650.00 for March.

CORRESPONDENCE:

• Columbia County Household Hazardous Waste Collection day will be on Saturday, May 11^th from 8 AM to 12 PM at the County Highway Garage on Route 23B in Greenport.
• Office for the Aging Newsletter for April – June available on table.
• Code Enforcement Officer will not be in the office on Thursday, April 4^th.
• The Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Saturday, April 6^th and possibly on Saturday, April 13^th.
• Grievance Day will be held on Tuesday, June 4^th from 3 – 5 PM and 6 – 8 PM.
• The Village Green Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Friday, April 19^th from 6 – 7 PM.
• Pine Plains School would like to come to the May meeting to discuss the school budget.  Germantown and Red Hook Schools will also be contacted.
• Web Committee: There were no comments.
• Budget and Revenue reports through March 31^st were given to the board members.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

• Councilman Desmond reported that the new highway truck has been received. 
• PARK COMMITTEE: Mary Howard reported that the next meeting of the committee will be on Sunday, April 7 from 5 – 7 P.M. The committee has been working on the design and layout of the entrance to the park which is required by DEC.  The committee has an amount of $5,688.00 and will add a fence and additional bulbs at a later date as financing is approved. If the board approves this financing, the committee will work with the highway department and plan to hold a community planting on June 15. Supervisor Staats said that the clay and port-o-potty will be moved from where it is now as soon as the ground is dryer. The committee is also working on signage prohibiting activities in the park. MOTION: A motion was made by Councilman Desmond to authorize spending $5,688.00 on the park entrance, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.  All in favor.  So carried.

• BANK OF GREENE COUNTY GRANT: Councilwoman Brownson applied for a grant from the Bank of Greene County in the amount of $2500.00 for the driveway entrance to the park in January.  She was hoping to hear back this week.  She will also apply for a grant from Iroquois Community Grant for additional money for the entrance.
• Councilman Gildersleeve will order the P.O.W. flag for the park.

OLD BUSINESS:

• Red Wing Gravel Mine is seeking to extend their permits.  Supervisor Staats spoke with Livingston Town Supervisor Jim Guzzi.  Livingston’s boards have ordered a traffic study.  Supervisor Staats will ask our code enforcement officer to issue a notice for them to come in to our Planning and Zoning boards so that they can take a look at their plans. If they are following the procedure to get the permits then we will go from there.

NEW BUSINESS:

• Supervisor Staats sent out requests for bids to several contractors for the building repair from May 15, 2018 hail storm. We have received payment from the insurance company for roof repair/replacement and painting Community House, Town Hall and Storage shed.  Two bids were received, Jennings Contracting and B/T General Contracting, as follows:

Jennings Contracting – Community House remove and replace roof shingles – $8860.20

                                      Storage building remove and replace metal roofing – $9100.00

B/T General Contracting – Storage building remove and replace metal roofing – $9500.00

                                      Community House remove and replace shingles -$11,164.00

                                      Town Hall scraping and painting west side, Storage area

                                      Clean and paint metal roof – $3300.00

 Community House scraping and painting west side and basement     door, repair screens – $4800.00

 Supervisor Staats will verify information in the bid and insurance   coverage.

MOTION: A motion was made to award the bid from Jennings Contracting for removal and replacing of shingles for Community House and Storage building roofing for $8,860.20 and $9,100.00. A motion was made to award the bid from B&T General Contracting for painting the Town Hall & Storage building and Community House for $4800.00 and $3300.00.  All in favor.  So carried.

• PUBLIC HEARING: A public hearing will be held on Monday, May 6^th at 6:45 P.M. for Local Law No. 1 of 2019 concerning the review and approval of lot line alterations in the Town of Clermont.

SUPERVISORS REPORT:

• Easter Egg Hunt – Friday, April 19^th 6 – 7
• Assessments: If anyone still feels that they still need to see the Assessor, please call and make an appointment.  Otherwise, Grievance Day will be June 4^th from 3-5 and 6 – 8PM. Supervisor Staats explained how the assessment does not necessarily make your taxes go up.

ABSTRACTS:

• A motion was made by Councilman Gildersleeve to approve Highway abstract #4, vouchers #22 – 32 in the amount of $71,907.86, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilman Desmond to approve General abstract #4A, vouchers #93-110 in the amount of $6,297.24, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilman Desmond to approve Prepaid General Abstract #4, vouchers #90-92 in the amount of $263.59, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.  All in favor.  So carried.
• A motion was made by Councilwoman Brownson to approve Trust & Agency abstract #3, vouchers 3 – 7, in the amount of $485.00, seconded by Councilman Desmond.  All in favor.  So carried.  
• PUBLIC COMMENT:
• Travis Sterrett asked about screening in the park and why nothing has yet been done about it.  It was explained that the committee has been working on the entrance, which has to be done because DEC requires it to be done.  Screening is on their list to be looked at.
• Charles Robinson talked to the board about Red Wing Properties efforts to extend their mining permit and modify to import gravel for processing.  He is urging the Town of Clermont to be involved and speak to William Jackaway who is the representative on the issue from the Milan Town Board.
• Ron Miller asked about the location of the clay and port-o-potty at the Hettling park.  They will be moved as soon as the ground is dryer.

A motion was made to move into executive session to discuss pending litigation by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson at 7.55 P.M. All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to come out of executive session by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve at 8:35 P.M. All in favor.  So carried.

A motion was made to adjourn by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond at 8:35 P.M. So carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon, RMC

Town Clerk

Clermont Zoning Board of Appeals

1795 Route 9
Germantown, New York 12526

March 27, 2019

The meeting opened at 7:30 pm. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending: Hank Himelright, John Rusconi, Luke Kumburis, Don Van Wagner and Phyllis Heiko, as well as, Ben Peacock, the new alternate. 

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

Paul and Queenie Clemente, 18 Buckwheat Road, Tax ID # 181.3-2-2, Motion was made by Dom Van Wagner, seconded by Luke Kumburis, to continue the Public Hearing for the Clemente project.  All in favor.  So carried.  Notes from George Schmitt the Town Engineer, were incorporated into the site plan.  The barrier for the North corner will be reinforced concrete with a brick veneer to protect the sunken area from a potential motor vehicle accident.  Hank Himelright read the SEQRA with a recommendation for a negative declaration.  Motion was made for a negative declaration by Don Van Wagner, seconded by John Rusconi.  All in favor, so carried.  The Board was asked if they were in favor of the North entryway.  All in favor.  So carried.  The Board was asked if the were in favor of the southern brick addition.  All in favor.  So carried.

Anne Katrin Spiess, 356 County Route 6, Tax ID #179.-1-48, motion was made by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to continue the Public Hearing for Katrin Spiess solar panel project.  All in favor.  So carried.  Motion to return to the regular meeting was made by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Don Van Wagner. All in favor.  So carried.

Greg and Donna Fingar, 122 Mill Road, Tax ID #180.-2-56, represented by Carl Whitbeck, are requesting an interpretation of the zoning law for a subdivision.  Motion to accept the application as complete was made by Don Van Wagner, seconded by John Rusconi.  All in favor.  So carried.  The Public Hearing is s et for April 24, 2019.

Fook Chew, 14 Sharon Drive, Tax ID #191.4-2-54, represented by Momentum Solar from Plainview, NY, is seeking a Special Use Permit and Area Variance to add ground mounted solar panels to their property.  A Public Hearing is set for April 24, 2019.

Some discussion was held regarding the Greg and Donna Fingar project.

Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting of January 2019 (there was no February meeting).  A motion to accept the minutes was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by John Rusconi.  All in favor.  So carried.

Motion was made to adjourn by Phyllis Heiko, seconded by Luke Kumburis.    All in favor.  So carried.  The meeting closed at 9:05pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M. Webber, Secretary Date: 

FIRE COMMISSIONERS MEETING

                                                            MARCH 18, 2019

The Clermont Fire Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, March 18, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall.  Those in attendance were Chairwoman Susan Rifenburgh, Commissioner Ronald Miller, Commissioner Raymond Bauer and Commissioner Ronald Rifenburgh.  Others present were Chief Lloyd Kukon,Treasurer Denise Fiore, Captain Les Coon, Assistant Chief Collin Brown and resident and Milan Firefighter Al Sardaro

Chairwoman Rifenburgh opened the meeting with the salute to the flag.

MINUTES: After review, a motion was made by Commissioner Miller to accept the minutes of the February meeting, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.  All in favor.  So carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT:

March 18, 2019 Fire Commissioners’ Treasurer’s Report               

RE:  February 2019

Total Amount of February 2019 Invoices Paid                                 $ 15,149.83

RE:  March 2019

Proposed March 2019 Invoices                                             $ 5,159.10

Paid March 2019 Invoices                                                        2,622.81  

                                                Total                                                                   $ 7,781.91

Reconciliation of Accounts

The Bank of Greene County Balances to Date

Money Market Checking Balance                                                        $ 217,102.11*

*Includes interest paid on 2/28/19 in the amount of $33.85

Checking Balance                                                                                              5,550.78           

Less Outstanding Checks                                                                                2,728.05

Checking Balance to Date                                                                              2,822.73

Money Market & Checking A/C Total                                                $ 219,924.84

Capital Reserve Fund for Fire Equipment                                        $   29,728.61 (as of 12/31/18)

                Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                                  $            3.78

                Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                                   3.42

                                                                                Total                                $   29,735.81                                                                                                                                           

Capital Reserve Fund for Constr. &Improvement:        $   33,666.86 (as of 12/31/18)

                Interest 12/31/18 – 1/31/19                                                                $            4.29

                Interest 1/31/19 – 2/28/19                                                                     3.87

                                                                               Total                                $   33,675.02

Denise Fiore, Treasurer

March 18, 2019

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

CORRESPONDENCE:

• Received a card from Anthony Hill, formerly of Penflex, that he is now with Firefly Admin, Inc. Service Awards Programs.
• Received Commissioner S. Rifenburgh’s Commissioner’s Training Certificate
• RBC Wealth Management account statement for February $382,084.50.
• CMH sent new forms for Cancer History and Disability History which they suggest be added to the physical package handed to new applicants.
• Doyle Security is now joining with Commercial Instruments and Alarm systems.
• Physicals were received for James Potts, Sr. and Ronald Rifenburgh.  Upon reviewing these forms used for private doctors it was decided to change the requirements for Category C – Exterior Support and Category D – Administrative/Fire Police.  Commissioner S. Rifenburgh will work on this.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Commissioner Bauer

• Commissioner Bauer reported on the paving of Station #1.  The quote that we have from Colarusso’s is to pave station #1 with 3 inches of binder on top of existing asphalt and top with 1.5 inches of 9.5 mm top for $15860.00, materials to be hauled by ACS. May request fire department for traffic control while work is being done. Also, would need approval to have Steve Werner of B&K Electric to move the electric so it is not under the blacktop.  The funds for blacktop are in the budget. A motion was made by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh to approve work being done by Colarusso’s and B&K Electric, seconded by Commissioner Miller.  All in favor.  So carried.
• Commissioner Bauer also said that Richard Bauer will still be doing the mowing at Station #1.

INSURANCE: Commissioner R. Rifenburgh and Miller

• Commissioner Miller will contact insurance company with questions from last months meeting.

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Commissioner Bauer

• The new microphones have come in.
• The light tower is being repaired for a missing pin.

LOSAP: All Commissioners

• The Length of Service Awards reports for 2018 have been completed and needs signatures.  The report has also been posted at Station #2.  There are several who have not made any fire calls and Commissioner R. Rifenburgh wants to know if they have any gear or pagers.  The Chief will be getting those items back from Tyler Case and Pete Cichetti.
• Commissioner R. Rifenburgh said there should be 12 drills per year for LOSAP and they should be done in our district.
• The three new members this year will be in the new LOSAP program which took effect January 1, 2019. They are Evan Tompkins, Thomas O’Connell and Christopher Farewell.

LAWS AND POLICIES: All Commissioners

No report

LEGAL: All Commissioners

After the resignation of Commissioner Laurence Saulpaugh, it is necessary to nominate a new vice Chairman.  A motion was made by Commissioner S. Rifenburgh to nominate Commissioner Ronald Miller as new Vice Chairman, seconded by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh.  All in favor.  So carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

• AUDIT: The Treasurer, Denise Fiore, reported that the State comptroller has asked for a fixed assets report in the audit report, and that the accountant will work on that.
• TRUCK BOND: The Treasurer has talked to the Bank of Greene County regarding the bond for the new truck. On a seven year term bond, the interest rates are  3.25% and 2.89%. 
• The open Lieutenants position was not brought up at the last fire company meeting and they have said that it will be brought up at the April meeting.

NEW BUSINESS:

• Chairwoman Rifenburgh said that the Association of Fire Districts is holding a sexual harassment training in Albany on May 4th and she would like to attend.  The cost is $125.00. A motion was made by Commissioner Miller and seconded by Commissioner Bauer for Chairwoman Rifenburgh to attend and pick up a check from the treasurer before the next meeting.  All in favor. So carried.
• Chairwoman Rifenburgh told the Commissioners that at the training it was suggested that we have a Deputy Treasurer and Deputy Secretary.
• It was also learned that when the fire company is going to hold fund raising/benefits they are supposed to ask the District.
• Also, the Chief cannot be the maintainer of the firehouse. ie: the cleaner of the building.

CHIEFS REPORT:

There were five calls for February:

1. 2/11/19 – AAPI – County Route 8 and Hill n Dale Road
2. 2/15/19 – Alarm Activation – 694 Church Ave.
3. 2/21/19 – Alarm Activation – 726 Woods Road
4. 2/21/19 – Alarm Activation – 600 Woods Road
5. 2/22/19 – Alarm Activation – 726 Woods Road

Drills:

2/25/19 – Drill SCBA review packs, Non SCBA members reviewed trucks/operations and location of tools – 10 firefighters present (+ Les Coon at FAST)

2/16/19 – SCBA initial training for Evan Tompkins, refresher for Thomas O’Connell – administered by Les Coon.

The FIT Test been not been scheduled because they don’t have someone who is certified to do the test.  Livingston will have a certified technician so maybe we can do it with them.  The Chief will check into it.

Commissioner R. Rifenburgh asked Captain Coon if he knows what happened to the fire extinquisher from one of the trucks. It has been replaced on the truck.

MOTION: A motion was made to pay the bills by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Bauer.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

There was discussion about having maps of the Clermont Fire District and Bob Desmond said the map of the town in Town Hall could be used but it does include the parcels which are in the Livingston Fire District.

Assistant Chief Collin Brown said that at the Officers meeting they discussed the possibility of building an office at station #1 where files can be kept and locked up.  At the present there is no safe place to leave them.  May be able to get donated materials.  They can come back with a more concrete plan next month.

Commissioner R. Rifenburgh asked if there was anything new on the missing radio and three microphones.  A claim should be filed with the insurance company after getting a quote on the items.

Al Sardaro told the Commissioners that they use Bud Carey as a certified technician for the FIT tests. He also expressed interest in the open Commissioners position.  He has been a member of the Milan Fire Department for thirty-two years, a past Chief and has lived in Clermont on Shields Road for 22 years.  The board thanked him for his interest and will let him know.

Fuel Report: 36.5 gallons

A motion was made to adjourn at 8:25 by Commissioner R. Rifenburgh, seconded by Commissioner Miller. All in favor.  So carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Helen Shannon

Secretary, Clermont Fire District

CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD

March 13, 2019

The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Nathan Hempel, Mary Howard, Ron Miller, Tom Jantzen, Jennifer Phillips and Clayton Andrus. Others present were George Schmitt, Engineer for the Town, Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town.

After review of the February 2019 minutes, a motion was made by Mary Howard, and seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to accept the minutes.  All in favor. So carried.

Motion to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for the Jantzen project was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Jennifer Phillips.  All in favor.  So carried.

Tom and Nancy Jantzen, 199 Commons Road, Tax ID# 192-1-28, represented by George Schmitt, for the addition of an accessory apartment.  Matthew Griesemer read the SEQRA, recommending the Board declare a negative impact.  Motion to declare a negative impact was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Clayton Andrus.  All in favor.  So carried.  Motion to approve the Jantzen project as presented was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel.  All in favor.  So carried.

Anne Katrin Spiess, 356 County Route 6, Tax ID# 179.-1-48, represented by Eric Maskell of Natural Energy Solutions, came before the Board presenting the plan for tracker solar panels for the applicants home.  After discussion by the Board, there were no additional comments.  Motion was made to close the Public Hearing was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Tom Jantzen.  All in favor.  So carried.  Approval is pending the outcome from the ZBA. 

Motion to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for the Spiess project was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Jennifer Phillips.  All in favor.  So carried.

Carl Whitbeck appeared before the board representing Greg and Donna Fingar, asking to subdivide/  The application was accepted pending review by the ZBA for interpretation.  Motion to refer the application to the ZBA for interpretation was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel.  All in favor.  So carried.

Motion to adjourn was made by Mary Howard and seconded by Ron Miller.  All in favor. So carried.  The meeting adjourned at 8:40pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Desiree M Webber
Secretary