Zoning Board of Appeals – February 2023
No meeting. The next meeting will be March 22, 2023.
No meeting. The next meeting will be March 22, 2023.
CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD
February 8, 2023
The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Mary Howard, Tom Jantzen, Jennifer Phillips, Jesse Cutaia, and Nathan Hempel. In the absence of Larry Saulpaugh, Mary Howard conducted the meeting. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town, was not in attendance.
After review of the January 11, 2023 minutes motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the minutes.
All in favor. So carried. Mary Howard abstained since she was not in attendance at the January 2023 meeting.
Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Michael Brown, 13 Maisello Road, Tax ID#201-1-34, represented by Marie Welch of Welch Surveying. An application for a Minor Subdivision was submitted at the January 2023 meeting for a Minor Subdivision. A mobile home is on the existing lot, an additional home is planned for the new lot. There was no public comment. Motion was made by Jesse Cutaia, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to close the Public Hearing and return to the regular meeting. All in favor. So carried. SEQRA was read by Jesse Cutaia. Motion was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Nathan Hempel, for a negative declaration on SEQRA. All in favor. So carried. Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the application contingent on approval by the Columbia County Health Department and the update of the Site Plan Map as follows:
a) Proposed placement of the driveway
b) Proposed placement of the well and septic
With no further business, a motion was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to adjourn. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:15pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber, Secretary
Town of Clermont
Monthly Meeting
February 6, 2023
The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, February 6th, 2023 at the Town Hall. All Town Board members present.
Clerk Report
Public Communication/Comments to Board-
Motion to adjourn at 7:50PM by Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Respectfully submitted.
Tracey J Gallant
Town Clerk
Cancelled due to the weather forecast. The next meeting will be February 22, 2023.
CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD
January 11, 2023
The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Tom Jantzen, Jennifer Phillips, Ron Miller, Jesse Cutaia, and Nathan Hempel. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town, was also in attendance.
After review of the December 14, 2022 minutes motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the minutes.
All in favor. So carried.
Michael Brown, 13 Maisello Road, Tax ID#201-1-34, represented by Marie Welch of Welch Surveying, submitted an application for a Minor Subdivision. A mobile home is on the existing lot and new home is planned for the new lot. Motion was made by Nathan Hempel, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to accept the application pending the approval from the Board of Health and schedule a Public Hearing for February 8, 2023. All in favor. So carried.
With no further business, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to adjourn. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:30pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber, Secretary
Town of Clermont
Monthly Meeting
January 2nd, 2023
The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday January 2nd, 2023 at the Town Hall.
Clerk Report
Association of Towns Meeting in February. Councilman Gildersleeve to attend. Motion to approve Hotel/Conference Registration of $800 by Councilman Desmond, Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
Public Communication/Comments to Board-
Motion to adjourn at 8:30PM by Councilman Desmond Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor. So carried.
Respectfully submitted.
Tracey J Gallant
Town Clerk
RESOLUTIONS
January 2, 2023
2023 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
RESOLUTION #01-2023
Time/Date for Regular Town Board Meetings
First Monday of every month at 7:00 P.M. In the case of Monday holidays or cancellations due to inclement weather, the meetings will be held on the Tuesday after the 1st Monday.
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #02-2023
Town Board Meeting Rules and Regulations
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #03-2023
Naming Official Newspaper
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #04-2023
Naming Bank for Deposits
1. Supervisor
2. Town Clerk
3. Tax Collector
4. Justice Christensen
5. Justice Banks
Bank of Greene County
Bank of Greene County
Bank of Greene County
Bank of Greene County
Bank of Greene County
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #05-2023
Authorize Town Supervisor to appoint a bookkeeper.
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #06-2023
Authorize Town Supervisor to temporarily invest idle monies in accordance with the Town Investment policy (General Municipal Law, Section 11)
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #07-2023
Appoint Official Dog Shelter
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #08-2023
Appoint Official Dog Control Officer at the Budgeted Amount.
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #09-2023
Authorize Town Justices to hire a Court Stenographer when necessary.
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #10-2023
Appoint Town Historian
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #11-2023
Appoint Code Enforcement Officer
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #12-2023
Appoint Town Attorney (for Town, Planning & Zoning Boards, Assessor)
(Within 2023 budget limits)
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #13-2023
Appoint Town Engineer
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #14-2023
Designate Official Representatives to Association of Towns Annual Meeting
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #15-2023
Establish 65.5 Cents Per Mile Rate for official Town Travel. (Per Federal Guidelines)
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #16-2023
Authorize Town Supervisor to sign 2023 State and Local Youth Contracts
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #17-2023
Appoint Registrar of Vital Statistics
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #18-2023
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #19-2023
Re-appoint Desiree Webber, Planning Board Secretary
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #20-2023
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #21-2023
Re-appoint Desiree Webber Zoning Board Secretary
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #22-2023
Town Clerk’s appointments for Deputy Clerk and Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #23-2023
Town Highway Superintendent’s appointment for Deputy Highway Superintendent
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #24-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Deputy Supervisor
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #25-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Budget Officer
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #26-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Town Bookkeeper
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #27-2023
Town Board Committees | CHAIR | CO-CHAIR |
Auditing | All Town Board Members | |
Building & Grounds | Robert Desmond | Raymond Staats |
Cable TV, Internet Networking | Kris Gildersleeve | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Grants | Dawn Brownson | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Highway | Robert Desmond | Raymond Staats |
Insurance | All Town Board Members | |
Legal | Raymond Staats | |
Planning, Zoning and Board of Assessment Review | Robert Desmond | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Recreation and Community Event | Kris Gildersleeve | Dawn Brownson |
Village Green Committee – Easter Egg Hunt – Barbecue – Election Day Dinner – Holiday Program | Liaison to Town Board: Tami Connolly | |
School Liaison | Kris Gildersleeve | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Historical Committee | Dawn Brownson | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Parkland Use | Robert Desmond | Lindsey Lusher Shute |
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #28-2023
Appoint Kris Gildersleeve Webmaster for Clermont’s website
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #29-2023
Appoint representatives to the Columbia County Office for Aging for the term of January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023.
Appointments to be determined at a later date
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #30-2023
Re-appoint members of the Board of Ethics for the term of January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023.
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #31-2023
Motion made by Councilwoman Lusher Shute, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #32-2023
Accept 2023 Salaries stated in the 2023 Budget, as follows:
OFFICE
Supervisor
Councilpersons (4)
Town Justice
Town Justice
Town Clerk
Deputy Town Clerk
Tax Collector
Highway Superintendent
Certified Assessor
Court Clerk (1)
Code Enforcement Officer
Deputy Code Enforcement Officer
Town Custodian
Assessment Review Board Mtg.
Additional time
Secretary – BAR
Zoning Chairperson
Planning Chairperson
Zoning Co-Chairperson
Planning Co-Chairperson
Zoning Members
Planning Members
Zoning Secretary
Planning Secretary
Trial Juror
Dog Control Officer
SALARY
$ 5,700.00/yr
$ 2,650.00/yr
$ 5,800.00/yr
$ 5,800.00/yr
$ 9,000.00/yr
$ 15.00 hr
$ 4,800.00/yr
$ 53,885.00/yr
$16,000.00/yr
$ 391.67/mo
$ 14,000.00/yr
$ 100.00/mo
$ 1,950.00/yr
$ 100.00/day
Minimum Wage
Minimum Wage
$ 1,100.00/yr
$ 1,100.00/yr
$ 900.00/yr
$ 900.00/yr
$ 850.00/yr
$ 850.00/yr
$ 1,050.00/yr
$ 1,050.00/yr
Minimum Wage
$ 368.75/mo
PAY BASIS
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
By Voucher
Monthly Payroll
Bi-weekly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
Monthly Payroll
as needed
Monthly Payroll
By Voucher
By Voucher
By Voucher
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll *
Yearly Payroll
Yearly Payroll
By Voucher
Monthly Payroll
*If any Planning or Zoning Board member is absent for more than two meetings, that members salary will be reduced by $100.00 for each additional absence.
Alternate members of the Planning and Zoning Board will be paid $50.00 per meeting when called upon to participate by the Chairperson.
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Full Time
Part Time ( Summer )
Part Time ( Winter )
Deputy Highway Superintendent
$ 22.66/hr
Minimum Wage
Minimum Wage
$1,000/yr
Bi-weekly Payroll
Bi-weekly Payroll
Bi-weekly Payroll
½ in June, ½ in December
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
Resolution #33 -2023
Town of Clermont Fee Schedule for Building Department Fees and Zoning and Planning Fees.
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
Resolution #34-2023
Town of Clermont Official Undertaking of Municipal Officers
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
Resolution #35-2023
Agreement between the Clermont Town Board with the Canaan Fellowship for the use of the Clermont Community House for the period January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023 according to the terms and conditions of the lease.
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute.
All in favor – So carried
Resolution #36-2023
Agreement between the Clermont Town Board and Pine Plains Veterinary Associates to act as kennels for the town for the period January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
All in favor – So carried
Resolution #37-2023
Agreement between the Clermont Town Board and Round Top Animal Hospital to act as kennels for the town for the period January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
All in favor – So carried
These agreements will be reviewed with the other policies of the Town.
Set time and date to review books and records of Town Clerk, Town Justices, Tax Collector and Supervisor on January 14th at 10:00 A.M. by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve.
A motion was made to adjourn the organizational meeting and enter into the regular meeting by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Desmond.
Respectfully submitted,
Tracey J Gallant
Town Clerk
Clermont Zoning Board of Appeals
1795 Route 9
Germantown, New York 12526
December 28, 2022
The Clermont ZBA held its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. The meeting started with a salute to the flag. Members attending were Hank Himelright, Luke Kumburis, Don Van Wagner, Lee Gallant, and Ben Peacock.
Hank Himelright asked if anyone had any additions, corrections or omissions to the minutes of the last meeting, October 26, 2022. A motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to approve the October 2022 minutes. All in favor. So carried. The November meeting was not held.
Franz Safford, 40 Langridge Road, Tax Map ID #201.-1-26.121, #201.-1-26.112, represented by Jeremy Franz, came before the Board regarding ground mount solar panels. Motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing. All in favor. So carried. The 2 parcels at the project site have been joined, creating 1 parcel. A new deed has been issued. There were no comments from the public. Motion was made by Lee Gallant, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to close the Public Hearing and return to the regular meeting. All in favor. So carried. Motion was made by Ben Peacock, seconded by Luke Kumburis, to approve the application. All in favor. So carried.
Daric Schlesselman, 1931 Route 9, Tax ID #181-1-12, came before the Board regarding the addition of a distillery to the property which is currently housing Hudson Valley Produce. The applicant will return with additional information to complete the application.
With no other business, motion was made by Luke Kumburis, seconded by Don Van Wagner, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:35pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber
Secretary
CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD
December 14, 2022
The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Jennifer Phillips, Ron Miller, Jesse Cutaia, Mary Howard and Nathan Hempel. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town, was also in attendance.
After review of the November 9, 2022 minutes motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the minutes.
All in favor. So carried.
Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Mary Howard, to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for the Safford project. All in favor. So carried.
Franz Safford, 40 Langridge Road, Tax Map ID #201.-1-26.121, #201.-1-26.112, represented by Jeremy Franz, came before the Board regarding ground mount solar panels. Franz Safford was out of town and his signature will be needed to file the new deed. There were no comments from the public. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to close the Public Hearing and return to the regular meeting. All in favor. So carried. With the reading of SEQRA by Matthew Griesemer, motion was made by by Nathan Hempel, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to declare a negative impact. All in favor. So carried. Motions made by Mary Howard, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to approve the project, contingent on the signature for the filing of the deed. All in favor. So carried.
Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Ron Miller, to close the regular meeting and return to the Public Hearing for Josephine Barraco. All in favor. So carried.
Josephine Barraco, represented by Steve Barraco, 1429 State Route 9, corner of Quail Lane, Tax ID #191.4-2-28, seeking a minor subdivision. The Board reviewed the proposed lots, septic, and possible structure to ensure the lot is buildable. There were no comments from the public. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to close the Public Hearing and return to the regular meeting. All in favor. So carried. SEQRA was read by Matthew Griesemer. Motion to declare a negative impact was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel. All inferior. So carried. Motion was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Jesse Cutaia, auto approve the project contingent of the letter from the Board of Health stating septic approval. All in favor. So carried.
Daric Schlesselman, Van Burnt Stillhouse, 1931 Route 9, Tax ID #181.0-1-12, represented by Crawford Engineering. The Board reviewed changes made to the site plan. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Jesse Cutaia, to accept the application as complete and schedule the Public hearing for January 11, 2023. All in favor. So carried.
Ernst Martin Jr, 1921 Route 9, Tax ID #181-1-13, came before the Board seeking the requirements for the addition of an apartment and office space at the former Clermont Inn.
Kristy Koerner, 3690 Route 9G, Tax ID #179-1-38, came before the Board seeking Lot Line Adjustment to gain access to the back parcel which is a land locked parcel.
With no further business, a motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Ron Miller. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:50pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Desiree M. Webber, Secretary
Town of Clermont
Monthly Meeting
December 5, 2022
The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday December 5th, 2022 at the Town Hall.
Clerk Report
Public Communication/Comments to Board-
Motion to adjourn at 8:53PM by Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Respectfully submitted.
Tracey J Gallant
Town Clerk