The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Mary Howard, Tom Jantzen, Ron Miller, Jennifer Phillips, Jesse Cutaia, and Nathan Hempel. Matthew Griesemer, Attorney for the Town, was also in attendance.
After review of the February 8, 2023 minutes, motion was made by Nathan Hempel, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to approve the minutes. All in favor. So carried. Mary Howard abstained since she was not in attendance at the January 2023 meeting.
Joyful Acres, 485 Lasher Road, TAX ID #200.-1-1.200, came before the Board regarding a proposed concert in August . The concert would consist of multiple bands and estimated attendance of 1,000-2,500 people. Issues addressed were parking and noise. A modification of the previously approved Site Plan would be needed. There is also a noise ordinance in place and a mass gathering restriction in the zoning for Clermont.
Scott Shafranek and Caveni Wong, 925 County Route 6, Tax Map ID# 191.-1-12.111, 180.-1-16.200, came before the Board seeking information regarding a planned renovation of an existing barn into living space. He was referred to the ZBA to inquire the need of a variance.
Ernst Martin Jr, 1921 Route 9, Tax ID #181-1-13, apartment at the former Clermont Inn. Site Plan was approved in 2008 for apartments, a banquet room and tavern. The banquet room and tavern were never completed. The Applicant would like to use that space as an office and 1 additional apartment, bringing the total to 11 apartments. Motion was made by Tom Jantzen, seconded by Jennifer Phillips, to deem the application complete. All in favor. So carried. Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Tom Jantzen, to waive the Public Hearing. All in favor. So carried. Mary Howard read SEQRA. Motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Ron Miller, to declare the project will not have a significant impact. All in favor. So carried. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the application with the condition of approval by the Columbia County Board of Health. All in favor. So carried.
With no further business, a motion was made by Ron Miller, seconded by Jesse Cutaia, to adjourn. All in favor. So carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:35pm.
Respectfully submitted, Desiree M. Webber, Secretary
The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 6th, 2023 at the Town Hall. All Town Board members present. Town Clerk absent due to death in the family (minutes drafted from recorded meeting).
Call Meeting to Order @7PM by Supervisor Staats with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of prior Town Board Meeting Minutes- Motion Made by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Written Communications
Town Clerk Report-reported by Supervisor Staats
Total for General Fund $1375.27
Total for Trust and Agency $500.00
Total report for February 2023 $1903.27
Mail Review-None
Web Committee-None
Committee Reports and Updates
Councilman Desmond
None
Councilwoman Lusher Shute
Park update/Playground-Meeting cancelled due to weather rescheduled for March 25th at 4PM
Councilman Gildersleeve
Assoc of Towns
Sent an email regarding possible grant
Zoning Complaint forms-Samples from Assoc of Towns. Town Board approved one previously-Councilman Lusher Shute will compare and send to Councilman Gildersleeve and have the current one posted.
NY is looking at legislation regarding Short term rentals
Councilman Gildersleeve felt that the Assoc of Towns Conference was politically biased towards/against specific political parties as well as other messages relayed that volunteerism is racially and gender inequal. No discussion was allowed regarding these topics with the presenter.
Councilwoman Brownson
County Anniversary committee had their first meeting. Another meeting has been set.
Mini Grant submitted in February up to $500. Columbia Land Conservancy-Should hear back soon
Village Green Committee will hold the Easter Egg Hunt Sunday March 23rd 2PM
Memo of Understanding
Old Business
Comp Plan Update-Mary Howard provided update
Interest Rate Adjustment 2% for Town Accounts-Will make a tremendous difference
Closed ARPA Account- Transferred as it was spent with the truck purchase
Turkey Hill Road Repair-CPL still waiting for state DEC to sign off on permit and then will put out to bid.
New Business
Adopt updated policies-
Workplace Violence added sign off sheet Motion to approve By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor. So carried
Sexual Harassment policy added sign off sheet Motion to approve By Councilwoman Lusher Shute Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor. So carried
Rental Agreement for Community House-Updated rules regarding cleaning and noise. Motion to approve By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried
Approve Loader repair- Having issues for a while, Needs new transfer case. Tyler received a price over $14,370. Other repairs to made increase total to $22,290. Supervisor Staats feels it is a good investment on this expensive machine. The board can approve the sole bid. Motion to approve By Councilwoman Brownson Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor. So carried.
Approve Brownfield change order-Need to drill new well, state requiring additional testing. $3560.00 Motion to approve By Councilman Desmond Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor. So carried.
Fox Hollow Bond Resolution-Request for reduction to $94,000. Engineer did not agree with that request. Agreed upon reduction to $200,000. Motion to approve By Councilman Desmond Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
Requires roll call vote
Councilwoman Brownson Aye
Councilman Desmond Aye
Councilman Gildersleeve Aye
Councilwoman Lusher Shute Aye
Supervisor Staats Aye
Supervisors Report-
Donation from Terri Tousey for Benches with inscriptions for Julia Ross and Gary Coons
Medicaid Funding being withheld from county
Mary Howard-Addition to abstract Bill for Labella Assoc to be added Abstract#3 Voucher #72
Motion To Pay Abstracts
Motion to pay Trust and Agency abstract #1 Voucher #1 $458.50 By Councilwoman Brownson Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Motion to pay Highway abstract #3 Voucher #21-39 $12326.78 By Councilwoman Lusher Shute Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
Motion to pay General abstract #3 Vouchers #53-72 $26490.27 By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Public Communication/Comments to Board-
Discussion regarding Medicaid funding State of Massachusetts, Sign out front needs cleaning or replacement, Fee Schedule building permit/renewal Fee is at discretion of Building inspector.
Motion to adjourn at ~ 8:15 PM by Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Respectfully submitted. Tracey J Gallant Town Clerk
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
The Clermont Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, February 6th, 2023 at the Town Hall. All Town Board members present.
Call Meeting to Order @7PM by Supervisor Staats with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of prior Town Board Meeting Minutes-
Approval of January General Meeting and Organizational Minutes, Motion to accept by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor So Carried.
Clerk Report
Total for General Fund $2923.68
NYS Ag&Mkts $5.00
Col Co Treasurer/Solid Waste $143.00
Total report for January 2023 $3071.68
Mail Review-None
Web Committee-None
Committee Reports and Updates
Councilman Desmond-Report on Highway Department-Nothing to report
Councilwoman Lusher Shute
Open house went well
March 4th presentation “Red Hook Plays” regarding their experiences with playground.
Councilman Gildersleeve
Report on Printer search for Clerk
Color vs B/W
Fax, Print, Scan, Copy
Motion to approve expenditure up to $1000.00 with 4-year protection plan. Motion by Councilwoman Lusher Shute, Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson, All in Favor So Carried.
Councilwoman Brownson
Bank of Greene County up to $2500-Will hear in April
Columbia Land Conservancy-Due End of February
Hudson Valley Climate Change Grant was denied
Hudson River Valley Greenway Grant approved for $10,000 for Phase 2 of the Comprehensive plan. Dawn is working on the Memorandum of Understanding.
Additional grant that is due on March 1st. May not make it for this year however will try for the next round/next year.
Old Business
Mary Howard provided update on progress for Comprehensive Plan-Draft Vision statement is work in progress. Next Meeting Monday February 13th. Plan is on track for completion as scheduled.
Park Update-Ellen.
Lehan’s Landscaping estimate – ~ 14 Service visits-April to October. Motion by Councilman Gildersleeve, Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute use this service for Park Maintenance ~ $5250. All in Favor So Carried.
Open house on 2/4 for new volunteers
Wedding request-more info when available.
Potty enclosure on hold for getting holes dug.
Supervisor Staats-Bank of Greene County raising Money Market Rate to 2%.
New Business
Building Permit Fee Schedule-Resolution 39-2023
Motion to approve by Councilwoman Brownson, Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor So Carried. Clerk will distribute appropriately
Policies
Multiple changes will be done.
Highway-remove cap on Town payment of highway medical insurance.
Sexual Harassment-will add 1-800 #
Community House rental Complaints
Policy Change-Wording-No music past 10PM weekdays/11PM weekends-possible other changes
Audit Resolution 38-2023
Motion to approve by Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in Favor So Carried.
Supervisors Report-Nothing additional
Motion To Pay Abstracts
Motion to pay Prepaid Highway abstract #2A Voucher # 3 $.50 By Councilwoman Brownson Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor. So carried.
Motion to pay Prepaid General abstract #2A Vouchers # 13-16 $588.63 By Councilwoman Brownson Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor. So carried
Motion to pay Highway abstract #2 Voucher #4-20 $18964.28 By Councilwoman Lusher Shute Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
Motion to pay General abstract #2 Vouchers #17-52 $16597.90 By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
Public Communication/Comments to Board-
Question regarding Bridge Status- Pleasantvale is in process should be completed by Spring 2024. Buckwheat Bridge is in good shape, no expectation of closure or need to repair.
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
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.
Call Meeting to Order @7:15PM following the 2023 organizational meeting by Supervisor Staats with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of prior Town Board Meeting Minutes-
Approval of December General Meeting Minutes, Motion to accept by Councilwoman Desmond, Seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in Favor So Carried
Minutes from 2022 Year end meeting will be approved at next general meeting
Clerk Report
Total for General Fund $1420.42
NYS Ag&Mkts $11.00
Total report for December 2022 $1431.42
Mail Review-None
Web Committee-Nothing new to report
Committee Reports and Updates
Bob
Report on Highway Department-New Truck is Registered and in service, Department is happy with it. Old truck has been put out for suplus sale.
Discussion on ZBA/Planning ordinance in relation to dual use on same site.
Lindsey
No updates to report
Kris
Updating website
Looking at Town email options and will continue to investigate best option for town use
Dawn
Should have answer soon one HV Climate Change Grant that has been applied for
Bank of Greene County Grant due January 15th
Columbia Land Conservancy Grant application due end of February
Old Business
Requested that insurance be added for Law Enforcement coverage in the amount of $761.00
Donations for the Park
Raymond issued a personal Thank you to Mary Howard for starting the Matching donation as it is very much appreciated.
All donors names and donation were read and Thanked
Park update
2 sets of keys for the park kiosks were provided to the Town Clerk
Estimate for contract for park maintenance for the 2023 season was presented and discussed. Additional discussion will take place at the February meeting for possible approval.
Playground planning will begin January/February
Wedding request for Late Summer/Early Fall for park-Request that the party requesting investigate insurance options.
Updated installations for Park. Potty enclosure, bike racks, handicapped parking spots and Benches.
Comprehensive plan update
No December Meeting, January meeting will be Monday January 9th at 7PM.
Hope to have Survey Data for review at next meeting.
Plan seems to be on track for completion by the end of 2023
New Business
Review of the books—January 14th at 10AM-Clerk will notify Judges and Tax collector
NYS Senate Proclamation
Daphne Jordan presented a few weeks ago for Town of Clermont becoming a Purple Heart Community. Thank you to Dawn for organizing the campaign.
Supervisors Report-
Supervisor Staats just wanted to report that again he did vote against the county budget. He was the only supervisor to vote against it however he has a hard time voting in favor of a budget that only adds to the County Fund Balance that is already quite large.
Motion To Pay Abstracts
Motion to pay Highway abstract #1 Vouchers # 1-2 $7,027.08 By Councilman Gildersleeve Seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in Favor. So carried.
Motion to pay General abstract #1 Vouchers #1-12 $28,855.33 By Councilwoman Lusher Shute Seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in Favor. So carried.
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
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
Call to order
Salute of Flag
Acceptance of the minutes of the previous meeting
Written communications to the Town Board:
Town Clerk Report
Mail Review
Committee Reports and Updates
Old Business
New Business
Supervisors Report
Pay Abstracts
Public Comment/Communication – Public comments will be taken at the end of the meeting at the discretion of the Supervisor, unless engaged during the meeting.
Adjournment
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #03-2023
Naming Official Newspaper
Register Star
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.
Pursuant to Section 29 of the Town Law
Necessary for proper conduct of Town Affairs
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
Pine Plains Veterinary Hospital Associated PC Route 199 Pine Plains, New York 12567 (518) 398-7575 or 398-9494
Round Top Animal Hospital 71 Palatine Park Road, Suite 8 Germantown, New York 12526 (518) 537-7387
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.
Desiree Webber
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.
For a proper record of testimony
Within limit of 2023 budget
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #10-2023
Appoint Town Historian
Dawn Brownson
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #11-2023
Appoint Code Enforcement Officer
Eli Fieser at Annual Salary of $14,000.00
Deputy Code Enforcement Officer at $100.00 per month, if needed. (Appointed by Code Enforcement Officer)
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Lusher Shute. All in favor – So carried
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #20-2023
Re-appoint James (Hank) Himelright, III, Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals
Appoint Luke Kumburis – Deputy Chairman
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
Mary Helen Shannon
Lee Gallant
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
Adom Lawyer
Motion made by Councilman Desmond, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #24-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Deputy Supervisor
Robert Desmond for term of January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023.
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilwoman Brownson. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #25-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Budget Officer
Raymond J. Staats
Motion made by Councilwoman Brownson, seconded by Councilman Gildersleeve. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #26-2023
Town Supervisor’s appointment for Town Bookkeeper
Brian Fitzgerald, CPA, PC
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.
Mary Howard
Susan Rifenburgh
Tracey Gallant
Ray Tousey
Motion made by Councilman Gildersleeve, seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in favor – So carried
RESOLUTION #31-2023
Re-appoint Mary Howard to the Planning Board for a seven-year term, January 1, 2023- December 31, 2029.
Motion made by Councilwoman Lusher Shute, seconded by Councilman Desmond. All in favor – So carried
Re-appoint Luke Kumburis to the Zoning Board for a five-year term, January 1, 2023- December 31, 2027.
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.
Review Highway Personnel Policy (Note Changes if Any)
Review Procurement Policy (Note Changes if Any)
Review Fixed Assets
Review Investment Policy (Note Changes if Any)
Sexual Harassment Policy
Code of Ethics
Cash Management
Emergency Preparedness Plan
Review Road Bonds (If any)
Review Other Bonds (If any)
Review Workplace Violence Policy
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
