Bid Notice - Sealed Bids for Approximately 9,000 gallons +/- of No. 2 Fuel Oil

BID NOTICE

Pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury, will receive sealed bids for approximately 9,000 gallons +/- of No. 2 Fuel Oil to be delivered as needed to various buildings in the Town.  This bid will be for the 2015/2016 heating season.

All bids must meet New York State specifications and must be accompanied by a certificate of non-collusion.

Bids shall be marked “FUEL OIL BID” and must be received at the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 189, 53690 State Hwy. 30, Roxbury, NY  12474 no later than 2:00 pm on October 9, 2015 at which time they shall be opened.  The bid will be awarded at the Regular Monthly Meeting of the Town Board to be held October 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.

The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

By Order of the Town Board
Town of Roxbury
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: September 14, 2015

Notice - September 16, 2015, Town of Roxbury Planning Board Meeting Canceled

NOTICE

The Town of Roxbury Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday September 16, 2015 has been canceled due to having no business to discuss.  The next scheduled meeting will be held Wednesday October 21, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.

By Order of the Roxbury Planning Board
Joseph Farleigh, Chairman
Dated: Sept. 15, 2015

Roxbury Town Board Meeting Agenda - September 14, 2015

ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Regular Meeting
September 14, 2015
Town Hall

Call To Order 7:30 pm

Minutes July 13th  Regular Meeting

Requests to Speak:

Department Reports:
Water / Sewer
Planning
Building & Grounds
Highway
Assessor
Building Inspector
Community Resources

Old Business

New Business

Letters to the Board: Diana Santos – re: water account

Deb & Jay Gula – request hookup to GG Water

Frances DiGregorio – re: Stratton Falls

Discussion from residents

Audits

ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION

·       Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
·       Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for August 2015
·       Resolution –  Supervisor’s monthly Report for July 2015
·       Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for July 2015
·       Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for August 2015
·       Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for August  2015
·       Resolution – monthly water receipts report for August 2015
·       Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds monthly report for August 2015
·       Resolution – advertise bids for fuel oil open October 9th @ 2:00 pm
·       Resolution – rescind Local Law #3-2014 overriding the tax levy limit
·       Resolution – Annual audit of Town records for 2014 completed by CPA’s
·       Resolution – Annual checklist for review of court records for 2014 completed by CPA
·       Resolution – records destruction list
·       Highway generator
·       Revised GG/Roxbury Water District bylaws including water hookup registration

Town of Roxbury Planning Board Unapproved Meeting Minutes - August 18, 2015

Wednesday, August 18, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting

Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Ed Hinkley, Rob Cole, Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate

Absent: Dave Cowan

7:30  Meeting called to order by Chairman Farleigh. Motion to approve July minutes made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Jean Stone. All approved.

Old Business

Jerome Libatore presented two deeds for the properties on New Kingston Mountian Rd. for which he is requesting a boundary line adjustment.

Emily Gray did not attend to present the mylar map of the property on Andrew Gray Rd. that is to be transferred to  Andrew McArdle. She had been informed by Chairman Farleigh that this map was necessary as well as a deep pit and perk test on the property.

New Business

Chairman Farleigh gave his notice  of intention to step down as the chairperson for the Town of Roxbury Planning Board as of Jan. 1, 2016, although he will remain a member of the board.  Dave Cowan and Phil Zorda were discussed as possible replacements as chairman of the planning board.

7:45: Motion to adjourn was made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Ed Hinkley.  All approved.

Town of Roxbury Planning Board Approved Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2015

Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting

Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Ed Hinkley, Nicole Franzese, of Delaware County  Planning Board,  Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.

Absent: David Zambri, Rob Cole,

Minutes of June minutes approved. Motion to approve by Dave Cowan, second Jean Stone

New Business

Richard Purchell presented Application for Subdivision of property on Caroll Hinkley Road into three separate lots, two of which have viable septic. Informed that he needs perk and deep pit tests. Property sits on both sides of Carol Hinkley Road. Mr. Prurchell requested information re: how to complete the paperwork.  Ag. 1 district. Told he needs to send certificate of filing notice of subdivision to adjoining properties. Mr. Farleigh gave Mr. Purchell the necessary information.  Tax map #221.-1-2. The request is for three lots sizes: 0.62, 80 and 150 acres. Perk test needed only on the lot having no current septic.

Frank and Cecilia Towers purchased tax # 200.2-12 adjacent to their current property, tax # 200.1.9.81 near the intersection of Meeker Hollow and Cold Spring Roads. They would like to get a boundary line adjustment to combine the two lots. They were given the proper forms to apply for the adjustment.

Old Business

Jerome Libatore brought in the completed application for a boundary line adjustment to combine 0.49 acres, tax map # 200-1-78 currently owned by Manhattan Country School to their current 19 acres, tax map # 200-80.1 on New Kingston Mountain Road. The application was numbered 2015-5.

Paperwork was received from NYC DEP requesting further information on septic and soil tests for the Roxbury as Stratton Falls.

Motion to adjourn by Phil Zorda, seconded by Ed Hinkley, 8:15 PM.

Town of Roxbury Planning Board Approved Meeting Minutes - June 17, 2015

June 17, 2015, Approved Minutes

Town of Roxbury Planning Board Approved Meeting Minutes - May 20, 2015

Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Roxbury Town Planning Board Meeting

Present: Joe Farleigh, Phil Zorda, Jean Stone, Dave Cowan, Rob Cole, Molly Oliver, of Delaware County  Planning Board, Ed Hinkley as potential new planning board member. Jill Ribich, secretary/alternate.

Absent: David Zambri

Also present: Emily Gray, Andrew McArdle representing the Emily Gray subdivision application.

Public Hearing opened at 7:30PM

Emily Gray subdivision; Tax Map #156.1-8.1—Andrew Gray Road- Lot 2 subdivision.  No public comments were offered.

Kurt Ortner subdivision; Two lots on Hardscrabble Road 133-2-12. No public comments were offered.

Charles Brannen property: Tax Map #91.-1-70.21. Two lot subdivision. No public comments were offered.

Public Hearing closed at 8:00.

Gray Subdivision

Andy McArdle, the purchaser of the 6 acre subdivided lot, presented a Mylar map of the 6 acre lot to be divided from the 42.1 acre Gray parcel. Mr. Farleigh agreed to waive the survey of the entire parcel. A waiver of deep pit and perc test was granted.  Mr. Cowan is familiar with the site.    Motion for waiver Cowan, Cole, all in favor. Application forms and payment of $50 were presented and receipts for mailing notice of public hearing to adjoining properties. Mr. McArdle was asked to present a completed SEQRA form at the next meeting of the Roxbury planning board and was told that the subdivision proposal must be presented to the County planning board because the property is in an agricultural district. Motion to approve the subdivision by Cowan, 2nd Zorda, all in favor.

Orter Subdivision

Rick Brooks, of Brooks and Brooks, representing Kurt Ortner re: Subdivision of Kurt Ortner; Two lots on Hardscrabble Road 133-2-12.  A 258.18 acre lot, which is on both sides of Hard Scrabble Rd. to be divided and is under contract to New York City/DEP. The remaining 15.18 acres with the Ortner home will remain the Ortner’s.  Receipts for mailings of notice of public hearing to neighbors were presented. Completed SEQRA for part one was reviewed.  Parts 2 and 3 completed by the Board.  Mr. Zorda made a motion of Negative Declaration for SEQRA. seconded by Mr. Cole, all in favor. Mr. Zorda moved toj approve the subdivision, seconded by Cole. All in favor.  Application must be presented to the county planning board due to Ag District inclusion.

Brannen Subdivision

Rob Allison, representing the Charles Brannen property: Tax Map #91.-1-70.21.   Mr. Allison presented the receipts for the mailing to adjoiners. The property to be subdivided into two parcels: Parcel A 6.08 acres and Parcel B 21.98 acres.  The 21.98 acre parcel is to be purchased by NYCDEP.  Receipts for mailings to adjoiners were presented.

The board discussed the need for a road access to the Brannen property. The question is whether the lot was a “buildable lots” and if the possibility of road access even exists. The board discussed that the cost of road access was prohibitive. Ms. Oliver read the Regulation provisions allowing a waiver.   The Board agreed that this parcel met a sufficient number of those requirements allowing a waiver. Application must be presented to the County due to its NYS Rt. 30 location.  Mr. Allison presented Sketch Plats on the Brannen property showing the proposed subdivision as well as the completed results of the deep pit and perk tests. The motion to approve was tabled pending the investigation into a waiver of road access.

Ortner Subdivision

A motion to waive the perk and deep pit tests due to the topography and size of the lot was proposed by Dave Cowan, seconded by Jean Stone, all in favor.

Following review of SEQRA form Part 1 and completion of Part 2 and 3 by the Board, a motion for a negative declaration was proposed by Phil Zorda seconded by Rob Cole, all in favor.

Phil Zorda made a motion to approve the Ortner subdivision pending approval by the County planning board because it is located in an agricultural district; second by Mr. Cole, all in favor. A check for $50 was presented, an additional $45 was paid site inspection $25 two lote $20.

Masserson Site Plan Review, Stratton Falls

Mr. Allison presented amended site plans, dated 5-5-2015 for the Roxbury at Stratton Falls. The site plan did receive approval from the Delaware County Planning Board accepted the recommendation of the Roxbury Planning Board. A motion to approve the site plan as amended for the Roxbury at Stratton Falls was proposed by Phil Zorda, second by Jean Stone, all in favor.

Ms. Oliver presented two Land Acquisition notices:

Roxbury #8885, no comments were made.

Roxbury #8831, no comments were made.

A discussion of the need for the Deep Pit, perc test requirement was initiated by the Chairman. NYS DOH has this requirement Statewide for and new construction.  The test is valid for 2 years with a possible extension of 18 months.  Costs are being incurred that are frequently wasted. Most property sales are to NYSDEP which prohibits buildings on their properties.  Mr. Allyson and Brooks both stated that it is common for a new purchaser to site their home at a site requiring a different Deep pit and perc test to determine septic type.  Mr. Brooks indicated his experience in other towns, with the exception of Grahamsville, have no such requirement for subdividing.  Grahamsville requires septic design in addition to Deep pit and perc tests.  Allyson indicated that a nearby town has a lot designation of Recreational.  These lots may not be built upon and are intended for camping, hunting, etc.

Motion to approve the minutes of the April meeting by Phil Zorda, second by Jean Stone, all in favor.

The board agreed to present Mr. Hinkley’s name as a new Board member to the Roxbury Planning Board.

Mr. Zambri told Chairman Farleigh that he will send a letter of resignation due to business reasons.  Prospective new members were discussed. There is a preference for another member from Grand Gorge.

A motion to adjourn was made by Phil Zorda, seconded by Dave Cowan, all approved at 9:30PM

Fireworks ablaze at Kirkside Park this Sunday!

With the unofficial close to summer on our doorstep, The Town of Roxbury in partnership with the MARK Project, Roxbury Arts Group, WIOX, GRBA, GRLC, RFD, The Roxbury Motel, MTC and area businesses proudly present Roxbury Revelry—a full day of family fun and excitement culminating in a grand fireworks display at dusk.

Whatever your fancies, Roxbury Revelry will offer all the agreeable pursuits of summer fun in the Catskills. With the long awaited return of the Roxbury Nine, the event opens with an afternoon of memorialization of the roots of America’s resilient pastime. At 1pm the Roxbury Nine will be armed with their familiar ferocity as they take the field against the Brooklyn Atlantics in a double header. Game one brings the rules and nuances of 1898 to the forefront as this barehanded overhand pitched contest allows for a heated and competitive match. Game two will roll back the clocks to 1864 for the more “gentleman’s” game of the early days of baseball.

In 2007, the first group of Roxbury Nine retirees—Mark Cammer, Jim Johnson, John Shepard, Vinny Snyder, Dave Cowan, and Tim Hynes were inducted into the Roxbury Nine Hall of Fame, and in between games, the remaining founders—Rich Ellsworth, Mike Hynes, Matt Walker, Andrew Walker, Chris Hynes, and John Fairbairn will join the ranks with a notable recognition of the beginning days of Vintage Baseball in Kirkside Park. Their Hall of Fame Shirts will be appropriately presented by Andrea Cammer, wife of the late Mark Cammer—one of the Nine’s most stoic and talented players ever to take the field in Kirkside Park.

Children’s games reminiscent of an old time country fair will keep the kid’s in full swing. Sack races, bean-bag tosses and yes—a corn eating contest. And for those history buffs, park director Carolyn Faraci will be leading walking tours of the hamlet at 2 and 4 pm. With the entire hamlet listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places, these gentle strolls thought the village offer a plethora of material on architectural detail as well as the local lore surrounding some of Roxbury’s most prominent structures.

Meanwhile, great food will be available all day by the Roxbury Fire Department, Roxbury Seniors and Ate O Ate food truck providing a culinary adventure to accompany a cold beverage–especially the fine craft beer of Catskill Brewery. Plen air painters will dapple the lawns of Kirkside Park with the works available for sale at the day’s end. And a “selfie” station will be set up in the barns for whose who want to capture the day in bodacious fashion. You can also tap into Kirkside Park’s colorful collection of costumes and stroll the grounds of this magnificent historic site in 1890’s grace and style.

At 6pm, the Woodshed Profits take the stage on the Island in Kirkside Park and will  launch into what they call “power twang,” a mix of rock n’ roll, Americana boogie, and country. They come in peace, and a nicer bunch of Catskill country boys you’ll not meet, but make no mistake: Woodshed Prophets will rock you. Immediately following their music, appropriately enough, the skies will bloom with fireworks.  Pyro-Engineering will be responsible for the grand finale of this spectacular event, and MTC’s own Glen Faulkner is the technician choreographing the climatic end to the day’s event.  Roxbury Revelry was funded in part by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation. For more information on the day’s events visit the Facebook Page or this site!

Those wishing to wear costumes, should contact Carolyn Faraci at 607 326 3722 or roxburyoffice@gmail.com

Roxbury Town Board Approved Meeting Minutes - August 10, 2015

APPROVED MINUTES

A Public Hearing and regular meeting of the Town Board were held August 10, 2015 at 7:15 pm at the Grand Gorge Civic Center.  Present:  Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray and six residents.  Absent: Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman, Assessor Robert Breglio and Attorney Kevin Young.

The Public Hearing was called to order at 7:15 pm where the notice was read.  The hearing was called for comments on proposed Local Law #2-2015 to revise the current dog licensing law.  No comments were heard in favor of or against the law.  The hearing closed at 7:17 pm.

The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm.

Supervisor Hynes stated that Highway Supt. Schuman was absent due to a family medical issue, Assessor Breglio was absent due to a medical issue and Attorney Young was absent due to illness.

The Minutes of the July 13, 2015 meeting were approved on motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley.

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Kevin Hubbell was present to discuss his final project to obtain his Eagle Scout ranking.  He requested approval from the Town Board to paint all of the fire hydrants in the hamlet of Roxbury to attain his goal.

RESOLUTION #61-APPROVE EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes Kevin Hubbell the task of painting all fire hydrants in the hamlet of Roxbury for the purpose of obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout.”

AYES-5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

David Martin of the Grand Gorge Community Action Group (GGCAG) questioned base materials for the playground at the Civic Center, requested cutting back more of the shrubs around the field, requested being able to put a storage shed beside the Western Catskills Community Revitalization Corp. (WCCRC) shed to house their wreaths, flower barrels, etc. and stated the GGCAG will be holding a pancake breakfast on September 19th.  Supervisor Hynes has met with the Town insurance rep to discuss the playground issues where a sign must be erected reading “Adult Supervision Required” and the ground materials must be a certified material, the shrubs have already been cut back and the shed will require approval from WCCRC as it would be on their property.

Parks Clerk Carolynn Faraci stated the summer youth program workers time has been extended one week through August 27th, she commended the kids on their work and discussed completed and scheduled work, a complaint of stream work turned in to NYSDEC has been investigated by a DEC officer who found no issues.

Assessor Breglio’s written report showed no major issues, discussed a wrap up on the revaluation, Board of Assessment review wrap up on grievances and expected court dates for Small Claims and Article 7 petitions.  Assessor Clerk Stephanie added the Town has received the 2015 EQ Rate from the State showing it at 100%.  Mr. Breglio was wished a speedy recovery.

Supv. Hynes reported the water leak by the Park Lane Trailer Park has been repaired as well as the leak across from the Roxbury Country Store.

The Roxbury/Grand Gorge Water revised bylaws have been distributed to the Town Board for review.  No action was taken.

Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman provided the Town Board with a written report showing several roads having been stoned & oiled, final stone & oil is expected to be completed this week, weather stripping is being replaced on all overhead garage doors, the water filtration system will be installed soon and he requested the Town Board  accept the highest auction bids for the sale of the tractor with mower, air compressor and power washer.

Discussion took place on the repairs needed on the Transfer Station building and the proposal of Cammer Construction.

RESOLUTION #62-ACCEPT CAMMER CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board accepts the estimates for repairs at the transfer Station as follows: Cammer Construction, Inc. costs $4,750-$7,000 and Peter Steenland welding costs $6,000-$7,500; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, it is understood by the Town Board that said cost estimates shall be dependent upon opening the floor; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, some of the welding will be completed by Town Highway employees.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Discussion took place on the letter received from Fred Hults regarding his water bill for the second quarter of 2015 where he used 100 gallons over the minimum 4000 gal/month in May causing a charge of more than the minimum $7.00.  The Water Clerk stated the meter readings that month were taken on May 5th instead of May 1st possibly causing the overage in usage.  The Water Clerk was not directed to credit the account, therefore the additional charge for water will remain.

A letter was received from Vicky Thomas resigning from the position of School Crossing Guard effective July 16, 2015.

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board regretfully accepted the resignation of Vicky Thomas as School Crossing Guard effective July 16, 2015.

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #63-HIRE KATHRYN CLARK AS SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board appoints Kathryn Clark to the part-time position of School Crossing Guard effective immediately for the 2015/2016 school year at a pay rate of $10.08/hour and shall include no benefits.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Carol Murray second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Town Clerk  for July 2015 in the amount of $1,730.32 (Town Clerk $490.32 and Building Permits $1,240.00).

AYES-5 Murray, Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Supervisor for June 2015.

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Justice Court for June 2015 in the amount of $2,498.00.

AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of the Assessor for July 2015.

AYES-5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the  monthly report of the Building Inspector for July 2015 reflecting 7 permits issued, 8 site visits/inspections and 2 CO Searches.

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the monthly report of Water Receipts in the following amounts: Denver Water $3,395.18; Grand Gorge Water $3,180.22 and Roxbury Water $4,579.49.

AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the monthly report of CDBG (HUD) Program funds reflecting a balance of $32,546.00.

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

It was reported last month the CDBG program would be closed out having unused funds but the M-ARK Project, Inc., who administers the program for the Town, has now requested to extend the program and to increase the limit for one final project to use the balance of $32,546.00.

RESOLUTION #64-EXTEND CDBG PROGRAM AND INCREASE PROJECT MINIMUM

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board, Town of Roxbury authorizes the extension of the CDBG Program to September 30, 2015; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the minimum project limit of $25,000 be increased to $32,546 for one final project under the program.”

AYES-Raeder, Cronk, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Discussion took place on proposed Local Law #2-2015 for a change to the current dog licensing law to add a $20.00 charge to the dog license of any dog found to be unlicensed during a door to door dog enumeration.

RESOLUTION #65- RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN BOARD FOR THE TOWN OF ROXBURY  in the Matter of the Adoption of Local Law No. 2 of 2015 entitled “Amended Dog Licensing Law”

On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, in accordance with Article 7 of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets requiring municipalities to adopt dog licensing laws; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Roxbury previously adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2010 entitled Town of Roxbury Dog Licensing Law that went into effect on January 1, 2011; and

WHEREAS, since the adoption of Local Law No. 4 of 2010, the Town Board has determined that there is the need for the imposition of an additional licensing fee when, during an enumeration conducted by the Town, an unlicensed dog is identified; and

WHEREAS, the proposed amendment was presented to the Town Board at least 11 days prior to the Town Board meeting on July 13, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted a resolution on July 13, 2015 scheduling a public hearing on the proposed amended Law for August 10,  2015; and

WHEREAS, the public hearing on the proposed amended Dog Licensing Law was held on August 10, 2015 at the Grand Gorge Civic Center; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board reviewed and considered all public comments received on the proposed amended Law; and

WHEREAS, the proposed amended Law was on file for inspection at the Clerk’s office prior the hearing and during the public review process; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS BY THE TOWN BOARD OF ROXBURY, DELAWARE COUNTY, NEW YORK:

The Town of Roxbury Amended Dog Licensing Law, being Local Law No. 2 of 2015, is hereby adopted and the Town Clerk is hereby directed to file said Local Law with the Office of the Secretary of State in accordance with State Law.”

WHEREUPON, the Resolution was put to a vote and recorded as follows:

AYES-5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #66-SALE OF 1991 BRUSHCUTTER

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, the Town Highway Supt. was authorized to post the sale of the 1991 John Deere tractor with mower (brushcutter) on Auctions International; and

WHEREAS, the high bid was $13,600;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to accept the high bid of $13,600 for the brushcutter.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #67-SALE OF PRESSURE WASHER & AIR COMPRESSOR

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, the Town Highway Supt. was authorized to post the sale of the 1986 L&A Crusader 1 Steam High Pressure Washer and Baldor 5hp Electric Motor Air Compressor on Auctions International; and

WHEREAS, the high bids were $130.00 and $62.00 respectively;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to accept the high bids of $130.00 for the Pressure washer and $62.00 for the Air Compressor.”

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

The Town Board again discussed upgrading the generator at the highway garage. Previously, it was to be advertised for bids but then the option of purchasing a used generator from the Mountainside DEP sewer plant was available.  However, now that generator is no longer available.

RESOLUTION #68-HIGHWAY GARAGE GENERATOR

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board approves advertising for bids on a new generator for the highway garage as soon as specifications are received.”

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

The Town Board again discussed the roof problems at the Civic Center.  Lamont Engineers, PC are to put together estimates to construct a slanted roof over the flat roof.  Repairs will be made for this year and grants are expected to be available to use on the new roof.

The Denver Sewer and Roxbury Sewer reconciliations for the year 2014 have been completed and approved by NYCDEP.

Supervisor Hynes stated Lamont Engineer’s will be closing their office on Main Street, Roxbury and plan to move to the Roxbury Sewer building.

The Personnel Committee was reminded to have 2016 salaries to the Budget Officer by September 11, 2015 for the Tentative Budget.

Budget Officer Carolynn Faraci discussed issues with the Property Tax Relief program.  To qualify, the Town would have had to rescind the local law overriding the tax levy limit adopted in November 2014. However, due to the delay in approving the 2015-2017 Highway contract, the law was not rescinded in the period of time required.  The Town Board was requested to keep this in mind for the 2016 budget.

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:

General #313-377 – $42,682.36
Denver Water #52-59 – $2,198.40
Highway #160-184 – $105,044.33
Roxbury Sewer #51-56 – $7,007.86
Roxbury Water #53-61 – $2,928.20
Denver Sewer #65-76 – $22,453.74
Grand Gorge Water #58-69 – $39,975.56
Special Lights #10 – $2,236.73
AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

It was stated that Rebecca Jones from Grand Gorge just completed her final project to obtain the Gold Award in Girl Scouts.  This award is the equivalent of Eagle Scout for boys.  Her program was a tribute to veterans and the military.  Rebecca was wished well in obtaining her goal.

Labor Day events in Kirkside Park on September 6th include a vintage baseball game, music, food, walking tour, kid’s tent and fireworks.  All are invited to attend.

On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the meeting adjourned at 8:17 pm.

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Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Thomas S. Hynes, Supervisor
Gene Cronk, Councilman
Edward Raeder, Councilman
Allen Hinkley, Councilman
Carol Murray, Councilwoman

Roxbury Revelry! - Sunday, September 6, 2015

Roxbury Revelry!
Sunday, September 6th, 1 PM to 9 PM
All Day FREE Family Festival in Historic Kirkside Park
featuring Local Food and Drink, Historic Hamlet Walking Tours, Children’s Games, Area Artists, Photo Booth Fun
Music from the Woodshed Prophets
THE RETURN OF VINTAGE BASEBALL
and
FIREWORKS!

This Labor Day weekend, Roxbury, NY’s historic Kirkside Park will resound with the excitement of a true Americana experience. In partnership with the MARK Project, Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury Fire Department, GRLIC, WIOX, and the Greater Roxbury Business Association, the Town of Roxbury offers a full day of family fun. Roxbury Revelry will feature locally sourced food, walking tours, area artists, children’s games, a glorious fireworks display, music from the Woodshed Prophets, plus the triumphant return of vintage baseball. The 14-acre, exquisitely manicured park will be abuzz with community, friends, families, and fun, celebrating the unofficial close to the summer season, Catskills style. Admission is FREE.

The festivities begin at 1 PM with a baseball double header, when the Roxbury Nine – decked out in 19th century gear, and champing at the bit after a five-year hiatus – take the field against longtime rivals the Brooklyn Atlantics. The games will run through the afternoon. Rumor has it the Roxbury Nine veterans will fill their ranks with members of the Fleischmanns’ own Mountain Athletic Club.

Kirkside Park will resemble a rollicking, old-fashioned country fair, with sack races, a beanbag toss, and a corn-eating contest. Meanwhile, grown-ups can partake of fine craft beer from the local brewmeisters of Catskill Brewery. At 2 PM and 4 PM, Kirkside Park Director Carolyn Faraci will be leading walking tours through town, sharing fascinating historical details about the hamlet, which is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. Throughout the day, plein air painters will capture the scenes on canvas and sell their work.

As the sun drops in the western sky, at 6 PM, Sidney, NY’s own Americana rockers the Woodshed Prophets will plug in and deliver two sets of exciting live music for all, inspiring barefoot dancing in the cool summer grass. Performances at 6 PM and 7:15 PM. Bring along a blanket or lawn seat, sit back, and enjoy.

At dusk (approximately 8:30 PM) the night sky will light up with a magnificent fireworks display, putting a colorful cap on the first annual Roxbury Revelry gathering, sure to be an ongoing tradition. MTC General Manager and Licensed Pyrotechnician Glen Faulkner and his team promise a memorable close to the season.

This FREE event is brought to you by the Town of Roxbury, in partnership with the MARK Project, the Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department, the Greater Roxbury Business Association, GRLIC, and WIOX Community Radio. Funded in part by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, Business Sponsors, and individual donors. Donations still graciously accepted. For more information contact Peg Ellsworth at 845 586 3500 or the Roxbury Arts Group at 607 326 3392 or visit www.roxburynny.com or visit Kirkside Park, Roxbury on Facebook.

ROXBURY REVELRY!
1:00 PM: Vintage Baseball, the Roxbury Nine vs. the Brooklyn Atlantics

2:00 PM & 4:00 PM: Historic Hamlet Walking Tour, leaves from Gould Church

6:00-8:00 PM: Woodshed Prophets

All Day, beginning at 2:00 PM: Children’s Games and Activities

All Day – Great Food, Catskill Brewery, Photo Booth, Plein Air Painting

8:30 PM: Fireworks

Town Board Meeting Agenda - August 10, 2015

ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Public Hearing
Regular Meeting
August 10, 2015
Grand Gorge Civic Center

Call To Order  7:15 Public Hearing – Proposed Local Law #2-2015 Dog Licensing

7:30 Regular meeting

Minutes  July 13th  Regular Meeting

Requests to Speak:

Department Reports:
Water / Sewer
Planning
Building & Grounds
Highway
Assessor
Building Inspector
Community Resources
Old Business
New Business

Letters to the Board:

Fred Hults – water bill

Vicky Thomas-resign School Crossing Guard

Discussion from residents

Audits

ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION

·       Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
·       Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for July 2015
·       Resolution –  Supervisor’s monthly Report for June 2015
·       Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for June 2015
·       Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for July 2015
·       Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for July 2015
·       Resolution – monthly water receipts report for July 2015
·       Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds final monthly report for project July 2015
·       Resolution – Local Law #2-2015 Dog License Law
·       Resolution – accept bid for sale of 1991 brushcutter on auction site
·       Resolution – accept bid for sale of old air compressor and old pressure washer on auction site
·       Resolution – extend CDBG program and increase one final project to $32,546
·       Resolution – revised Roxbury/Grand Gorge Water Law
·       Resolution – water hookup registration
·       Resolution – School Crossing Guard resignation
·       Resolution – appoint School Crossing Guard
·       Resolution – sale of used mower on Auctions International
·       Highway department vacancy
·       Generator for Highway Garage

Personnel Committee – salaries for 2016 Budget to Budget Officer by Sept. 11th

Keep A Watch for the Big Labor Day Event - September 6th....

Roxbury Nine, Great Food, Great Music and Fireworks at Dusk.

Keep An Eye out!

Town Board Approved Meeting Minutes - July 13, 2015

APPROVED MINUTES

The regular meeting of the Town Board was held July 13, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.  Present were: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Gene Cronk, Edward Raeder, Allen Hinkley and Carol Murray, Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman, Assessor Robert Breglio, Attorney Kevin Young and 6 residents.

The Minutes of the June 8th meeting were approved on motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley.

AYES- 5 Murray, Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS-0

Assessor Robert Breglio provided a written monthly report for the Town Board and discussed the following issues: the re-val has been completed but he remains in contact with NYS Office of Real Property Services in keeping with accepted established parameters in order to obtain reimbursement for the Town in having done the re-val, the additional costs to complete the re-val are estimated at $30K-$35K compared to much more had the Town hired an independent company, he discussed complaints of odors from the creamery sewer plant affecting nearby owners  property values and requested the Town Board and attorney look into the matter.  The Board commended Mr. Breglio on his work.  Attorney Young discussed the creamery sewer plant issue and has contacted the company and its engineer to look into the matter.

Diane Mitnick of Short Run Rd. addressed the Town Board with concerns with the seemingly abandoned property next to her owned by Bieniek & Wichman.  She had addressed the Town Board last year with pictures, the Building Inspector and Health Officer had inspected the residence at that time.  An Order to Remedy Violation was issued to the owners regarding Property Maintenance Code issues and unlicensed motor vehicles that was to be remedied within 30 days.  The Health Officer found no apparent health issues at that time.  Tax payment status was also discussed.  Supervisor Hynes will check into the status of tax payments and Attorney Young will send correspondence to the owners regarding the other issues.

Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman stated reclamation of the Rodrigues gravel bank has almost been completed, several roads are getting stone & oil, will be laying stone & oil on Colonial Dr. even though not on his list this year but savings on oil costs can absorb the cost, requested he be approved to list for sale the 1991 brush cutter, old air compressor and pressure washer on Auction International, requested the Town Board accept the proposal of The Water Guy to install a water filter system at the highway garage in the amount of $2,700 and requested an Executive Session to discuss the vacancy in the Highway Dept.  Supv. Hynes stated receiving complaints and requests from residents on Schuman Rd. for a couple of years now as to when their road would be stoned and oiled.  Mr. Schuman will consider the matter but would like to keep up on current stone & oiled roads so to prevent losing them.

RESOLUTION #53- SALE OF 1991 BRUSHCUTTER

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to list the sale of the 1991Brushcutter on Auctions International; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board must approve the amount of any sale.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #54-SALE OF  AIR COMPRESSOR AND PRESSURE WASHER

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Highway Supt. to list the sale of an old air compressor and pressure washer on Auctions International; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board must approve the amount of any sale.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #55-WATER FILTER SYSTEM HIGHWAY GARAGE

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board accepts the proposal of The Water Guy in the amount of $2,700 to install a water filter system at the Highway Garage.”

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Parks Clerk, Carolynn Faraci, stated the summer youth program is underway where Lacey Stewart will be working in the park and with Roxbury Arts Group and Hayden O’Shaughnessy will be working in the Park, the second crew will begin On July 20th  also to be working in the park, the park is continuing to be booked into 2016 with 2015 almost full, this weekend the park will provide for a car show and two weddings, she will conduct a walking tour on August 19th for the Gilboa Historical Society, and will contact the Tree Amigos regarding a downed tree blocking the stream.

Supv. Hynes stated the leak at the Grand Gorge Trailer Park will be fixed tomorrow.

Councilman Cronk stated he is still waiting to receive the proposal from Steve Cammer for work needed on the Transfer Station buildings.  Councilman Hinkley stated he is waiting to receive the proposal from B&B Construction for concrete work at the Transfer Station.

Supv. Hynes will get proposals for cost of work to repair the cafeteria roof at the Civic Center.  Discussion took place on other options.

No action was taken on the Police Policy.

On motion of Carol Murray second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Town Clerk’s Monthly report for June 2015 in the amount of $1,939.10 (Town Clerk $1,209.10 and Building Permits $730.00)

AYES-5 Murray, Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Gene Cronk the Town Board approved the Supervisor’s monthly report for May 2015.

AYES-5 Hinkley, Cronk, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the Town Board approved the Justice Court monthly report for May 2015 in the following amount of $4, 802.50.

AYES-5 Raeder, Murray, Cronk, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Assessor’s monthly report for June 2015.

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the CDBG (HUD) Program monthly report for June 2015 showing a balance of $40,796.00.

AYES-5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

A final request for payment will be made before closing out the CDBG program.

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the Building Inspector report for June 2015.

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the Town Board approved the annual report of taxes collected by the Tax Collector for the year 2015.

AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

On motion of Carol Murray second by Allen Hinkley the Town Board approved the monthly report of Water District receipts for June 2015 in the following amounts: Denver $252.16; Grand Gorge $381.62 and Roxbury $396.85.

AYES- 5 Murray, Hinkley Cronk, Raeder, Hynes
NAYS-0

Discussion took place on changing the current local law for dog licensing to include a penalty amount of $20 for unlicensed dogs found when conducting a door to door enumeration.  A semi annual list of dog licenses was distributed to the Town Board and sent to the Dog Control Officer.  Dog license renewals and unpaid dog license reminders are mailed monthly.

RESOLUTION #56-RESOLUTION OF THE ROXBURY TOWN BOARD ACCEPTING PROPOSED AMENDED DOG LICENSING LAW AND SCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, Article 7 of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Law has been amended to require municipalities to perform all dog licensing functions as of January 1, 2011,

WHEREAS, the Town previously adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2010 entitled Town of Roxbury Dog Licensing Law effective January 1, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined the need for an amendment to Local Law No. 4 of 2010 which includes the addition of a licensing fee to be charged when the existence of an unlicensed dog is identified during the Town’s performance of an enumeration; and

WHEREAS, the Town Attorney has prepared a proposed Amended Dog Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and modified the proposed Amended Dog Licensing Law; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed law is ready for consideration by the Town Board; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board shall will hold a public hearing for consideration of the Amended Dog Licensing Law on August 10, 2015 at 7:15 pm at the Grand Gorge Civic Center; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish notice of said hearing in the Catskill Mountain News, and to post copies of such notice in the manner provided by law. “

WHEREUPON, the Resolution was put to a vote and recorded as follows:

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Notifications of establishments applying for a new liquor license from the  NYS Liquor Authority  have been received from the Roxbury Maplehurst LLC, located at 75 Maple Road, Roxbury and Shepard Hills Bar & Grill LLC located at 562 Shepard Hills Road.  Both establishments have requested the Town waive the 30 day hold on processing the licenses.

RESOLUTION #57-LIQUOR LICENSE ROXBURY MAPLEHURST, LLC

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, the Town Board has received the required 30 day notification from the Roxbury Maplehurst LLC, located at 75 Maple Rd.,that they will be applying for a liquor license from the NYS Liquor Authority;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board Town of Roxbury has no objection to the application of The Roxbury Maplehurst for a liquor license; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board waives the 30 day hold on issuance of the license by the NYS Liquor Authority.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #58- LIQUOR LICENSE SHEPARD HILLS BAR & GRILL, LLC

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Carol Murray the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, the Town Board has received the required 30 day notification from Shepard Hills Bar & Grill, LLC located at 562 Shepard Hills Rd., that they will be applying for a liquor license from the NYS Liquor Authority;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board Town of Roxbury has no objection to the application of Shepard Hills Bar & Grill, LLC for a liquor license; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town Board waives the 30 day hold on issuance of the license by the NYS Liquor Authority.”

AYES-5 Cronk, Murray, Raeder, Hinkley, Hynes
NAYS-0

RESOLUTION #59-FIREWORKS IN PARK

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Allen Hinkley the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“WHEREAS, Pyro Engineering, Inc. has applied for a fireworks permit through the Town of Roxbury; and

WHEREAS, the fireworks are to take place in Kirkside Park on September 6, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the Roxbury Fire Chief has reviewed and approved said application;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves of fireworks in Kirkside Park on September 6, 2015.”

AYES-5 Raeder, Hinkley, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Larry Shultis retired from the Highway department on July 7, 2015.  Mr. Shultis will be sent a letter recognizing him for his many years of dedicated service to the Town of Roxbury.

No specs were received on the generator for the highway department so no bid was advertised.  Attorney Young has looked into a used generator that would service the needs of the garage and is awaiting a price.

The annual report of Good Neighbor Funds for the period July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015 was filed with NYCDEP and a copy distributed to the Town Board.  The current balance of funds on hand is $296,425.76.

A semi-annual list of open Building Permits was distributed to the Town Board and given to the Building Inspector.

Attorney Young discussed the Town’s Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) through Catskill Watershed Corp. (CWC) for the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for the Grand Gorge Sewer District area that is part of the Schoharie Reservoir.  There is still $90,000 available under the program and the Board discussed using the funds for flood elevation studies to help owners in Grand Gorge, and possibly in Roxbury, affected by the proposed new flood zone maps.  Attorney Young will look into the matter with CWC.

Discussion took place on the request of Martin Menne at the June meeting to hookup his house on Shepard Lane to Roxbury Water that the Town Board approved.  Mr. Menne had received permission from his neighbor Ellen Wong to hook into her lateral line to avoid running a separate lateral line under the railroad tracks for his house.  Councilman Cronk now states that he should have to run his own water line under the railroad tracks because the laterals should be separate for each house and also requested the current water district law be changed to reflect that.  When discussing permission given from the neighbor, Mr. Cronk stated he didn’t think she understood what she would be getting into.

RESOLUTION #60 – RESOLUTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS A PERSONNEL ISSUE AND A LITIGATION MATTER

On motion of Allen Hinkley second by Edward Raeder the following resolution was offered and adopted:

“RESOLVED, the Town Board agreed to enter into Executive Session at 8:35 pm to discuss a personnel issue involving the Highway Dept. and a litigation matter involving NYCDEP. Present were: Supervisor Thomas S. Hynes, Councilmen Allen Hinkley, Edward Raeder, Gene Cronk and Carol Murray, Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman and Attorney Kevin Young.”

AYES-5 Hinkley, Raeder, Cronk, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

Highway Supt. Stephen Schuman exited Executive Session at 8:53 pm.

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Edward Raeder the Town Board and Attorney returned to the regular meeting at 9:26 pm.

AYES-5 Cronk, Raeder, Hinkley, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

It was stated that, during Executive Session, the Board discussed whether to fill the position in the Highway Department created by the recent retirement.  No decision was made.  The Town Board will allow the position to remain vacant and request that the Highway Superintendent monitor the ability of his department to accomplish the necessary highway maintenance and repair with the reduced staff.  The existing Highway Superintendent will also be retiring this year.  It was suggested that filling the vacancy could wait until a new Highway Superintendent is elected.

The Town Board also requested that the Town Attorney pursue negotiations with NYCDEP of the overall settlement of the Article 7 brought challenging the assessment of the sewer collection system.  The Town Board believed it would be more efficient to complete the settlement then to start over in the TLAP Program.

The Town Board will speak again with Martin Menne regarding hooking up his house on Shepard Lane to the Roxbury Water District.

On motion of Gene Cronk second by Allen Hinkley the bills were audited and ordered paid in the following amounts:

General #265-312 – $34,697.19
Roxbury Sewer #43-50 – $24,579.24
Highway #137-159 – $297,752.88
Denver Sewer #55-64 – $14,632.17
Roxbury Water #43-52 – $4,464.10
Special Lights #8-9 – $2,236.52
Grand Gorge Water #46-57 – $4,997.31
Capital Projects:
Denver Water #45-51 – $2,244.14
CDBG (HUD) #3 – $38,725.50

AYES-5 Cronk, Hinkley, Raeder, Murray, Hynes
NAYS-0

The next regular meeting of the Town Board will be held August 10, 2015 at the Grand Gorge Civic Center at 7:30 pm or immediately following the Public Hearing on proposed Local Law #2-2015 Dog License Law, whichever is later.

On motion of Edward Raeder second by Carol Murray the meeting adjourned at 9:30 pm.

THIS IS A TRUE COPY
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Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Thomas S. Hynes, Supervisor
Gene Cronk, Councilman
Edward Raeder, Councilman
Allen Hinkley, Councilman
Carol Murray, Councilwoman

Notice - School Crossing Guard Needed for 2015/16 School Year

SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

The Town of Roxbury is seeking to fill the part-time position of School Crossing Guard for the 2015/2016 school year. Applicants must be 16+ years of age and available  school days 7:30am – 8:00am and 2:55pm – 3:15pm and during early dismissals. Applicants should send a letter of interest to the Roxbury Town Clerk, PO Box 189, Roxbury, NY  12474 and may contact the Town Clerk’s Office for more information at 607-326-7641 M-F during regular business hours. The Town of Roxbury is an Equal Opportunity Provider &  Employer.

Notice - Public Hearing

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Town of Roxbury, New York

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Town Board for the Town of Roxbury at the Grand Gorge Civic Center on the 10th day of August 2015, at 7:15 p.m., regarding the adoption of an Amended Roxbury Dog Licensing Law.   This amended law is being proposed to address the need for an additional licensing fee of $20.00 to the owner of an unlicensed dog that is identified during the Town’s performance of an enumeration.  At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter thereof will be heard concerning the same.

Copies of the proposed law shall be available at the time of the hearing and shall be available at times prior to and after the hearing at the Town Clerk’s Office during normal business hours for the purpose of inspection or procurement by interested persons.

The proposed Amended Dog Licensing Law makes no other changes other than the addition of the additional licensing fee/penalty for the dog licensing violation.

Dated: July 13, 2015
Roxbury, N.Y.
By Order of Town Board
Town of Roxbury

Notice - Regular quarterly meeting of the Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 18, 2015 is canceled

NOTICE

The regular quarterly meeting of the Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 18, 2015 is canceled due to lack of a quorum of members.  The next regular quarterly meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2015 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.

Dated July 13, 2015
Lewis Wendell, Chairman
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission

Town Board Meeting Agenda - July 13, 2015

ROXBURY TOWN BOARD
Regular Meeting
July 13, 2015
Town Hall

Call To Order – 7:30 pm  Regular Meeting

Minutes –  June 8th  Regular Meeting

Requests to Speak:

Department Reports:
Water / Sewer
Planning
Building & Grounds
Highway
Assessor
Building Inspector
Community Resources
Old Business
New Business
Letters to the Board:

Discussion from residents

Audits

ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION

·       Resolution – Police Policy reviewed and re-adopt or changes needed
·       Resolution – Town Clerk monthly Report for June 2015
·       Resolution –  Supervisor’s monthly Report for May 2015
·       Resolution – Justice Court monthly Report for May 2015
·       Resolution – Assessor’s monthly report for June 2015
·       Resolution – CDBG (HUD) Program funds monthly report for June 2015
·       Resolution – Building Inspector monthly report for June  2015
·       Resolution – Tax Collector annual report for 2015
·       Resolution – monthly water receipts report for June 2015
·       Resolution – schedule Public Hearing for Dog Licensing Local Law
·       Resolution – Liquor License Roxbury Maplehurst LLC
·       Resolution – Liquor License Shepard Hills Bar & Groill LLC
·       Resolution – approve fireworks in park Labor Day (application approved by RFD)
·       Resolution – approval to list for sale 1991 brushcutter on auction site
·       Resolution – approval to list old air compressor and old pressure washer on auction site
·       Larry Shultis retirement 7/7/15
·       Generator Bid – no specs received so did not advertise
·       2012 CDBG Program closed out
·       Highway Garage – estimate for water filter installation
·       TLAP Program with CWC re: NYCDEP
·       Annual Report of Good Neighbor Funds sent to NYCDEP & distributed to Town Board
·       Dog licenses & dog law

REMINDER: August 10th meeting is at the Grand Gorge Civic Center

Acclaimed Jeff Wilkinson & the ShutterDogs Bring Americana Songcraft to Stamford's Veteran's Memorial Park - July 23, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Telephone: 607.326.7908
Email:  robert@roxburyartsgroup.org

FREE CONCERT!

ACCLAIMED JEFF WILKINSON & THE SHUTTERDOGS BRING AMERICANA SONGCRAFT TO STAMFORD’S VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK THURSDAY JULY 23rd, 7:00 PM

A Jeff Wilkinson & the ShutterDogs concert offers a lot: blues, folk, rock, and ace showmanship, all delivered with the verve of a seasoned performer and his well-traveled, crackerjack band. The Roxbury Arts Group is excited to present all that and more – FREE – with Jeff Wilkinson & the ShutterDogs in concert at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Stamford, NY, on Thursday, July 23rd, at 7 PM.

Based in the Hudson Valley, singer-songwriter-mandolinist Jeff Wilkinson has been active since the 80s, releasing six albums on various labels, and touring extensively in the U.S. and Europe, sharing stages with Jesse Winchester, Pete Seeger, Bill Morrissey, NRBQ, Peter Case, Gillian Welch and Robert Earl Keene.

For the Stamford concert, Wilkinson will bring fiddler extraordinaire Sara Milonovich, multi-instrumentalist Greg Anderson, and drummer Dan Fisherman. The band – the ShutterDogs – has graced many a stage – locally, nationally, and internationally.

Bring a lawn chair, a blanket, a picnic (or have dinner beforehand at one of Stamford’s great restaurants) and enjoy an evening of homegrown, spirited songcraft from some seasoned pros.

For more information please visit roxburyartsgroup.org or call 607-326-7908

All programs offered by the Roxbury Arts Group are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts, the Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, the Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation, Nellie & Robert Gipson, 2015 Season Sponsor WIOX Community Radio 91.3 FM, and the generosity of our business sponsors and individual donors like you.

Notice of Filing Completed Assessment Roll

Pursuant to Section 516 of the Real Property Tax Law, notice is hereby given that the Final Assessment Roll for the Town of Roxbury, County of Delaware, for the year 2015 has been completed by the undersigned Assessor.

A certified copy thereof will be filed in the office of the Town Clerk on the 1st day of July, 2015 where the same will remain open to public inspection.

Dated July 1, 2015
Robert Breglio
Assessor, Roxbury

“For Arts’ Sake” Fine Art Auction Benefits The Roxbury Arts Group and Regional Artists Saturday, July 18th

“For Arts’ Sake” Fine Art Auction Benefits The Roxbury Arts Group and Regional Artists Saturday, July 18th, 3 PM at Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road

Admission to auction: $10

Preview week – July 11th – 17th: FREE

Performances, workshops, exhibits, arts education, grants, arts advocacy, and community; the Roxbury Arts Group offers it all. To help continue their mission to bring so much to the region, RAG opens its doors to the public on Saturday, July 18, at 3 PM, for “For Arts’ Sake.” This special fundraising event features a silent and live auction of fine art, crafts, and jewelry contributed by over 70 local, regional, and internationally recognized artists. All funds raised will go to support Roxbury Arts Group and the participating artists. For the week preceeding the event, RAG will be open to anyone who wishes to preview and bid on the art.

With so many artists exhibiting in one space, “For Arts’ Sake” presents a rare opportunity to experience – and purchase – a wide variety of fine art. In addition to the visual treats, “For Arts’ Sake” also includes a luscious spread of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments prepared by Chef Paula Douralas.

For over three decades, the Roxbury Arts Group has worked to offer high-quality arts programming in Delaware County. This year alone, RAG will facilitate over 100 in-school and after-school art programs, over 300 days of performances, workshops, exhibits, and special community events at their venues in Roxbury, and the Denver-Vega Valley, and throughout the Stamford community award over $30,000 in grants to support artists and arts programs across Delaware County. “It is amazing when you consider all that the Roxbury Arts Group does,” says Jenny Rosenzweig, Executive Director “and it is through the support of fundraising and events like ‘For Arts’ Sake’ that it is possible”.

“There is truly something for everyone,” says Andrew Weiss, President of the Board of Directors. “The best part is that you have a chance to take the artwork home with you.”

At press time, a partial list of the artists participating this includes Jessica Aaronson, Judy Abbott, Shawn Patrick Anderson, Armando Aranjo, Jenny Belin, Richard Birkett, Charles Bremer, Martha Bremer, Karen Butcher, Jane Carr, Beth Caspar, Ed Cheng, Susanna Clemm, Louis D’Amico, Caitlyn Davey, Neil Driscoll, Tina Duryea, Christopher Engel, Robin Factor, Devin Fenimore, Lisbeth Firmin, Louise Fishman, Deborah Freedman, Nancy Gelman, Elaine Grandy, Robin Halpern, Joseph Haske, Kory Hellebust, Ken Hiratsuka, Doug Jamieson, Nina Jordan, Richard Kathmann, Matthais Kern, Laura Sue King, Rachel Kremidas, Hedi Kyle, Judith Lamb, David Levenson, Margaret Levenson, Helane Levine-Keating, Patrice Lorenz, Frank Manzo, Helene Manzo, Gary Mayer, Elaine Hayes, Ira McCrudden, Nancy McShane, Chris Moore, Anna Pardini, Pablo Power, Barbara Raggi, Tom Rapin, Edmond Rinnooy Kan, Gio Scotti, Marilyn Silver, Sharon Suess, Richard Tazzara, Tina Trachtenburg, Marjorie Van Dyke, Gerda van Leeuwen, William Waggoner, Linda Webb Varian, Beatrice Wolert, Ellen Wong, Carrie Yamaoka, and Peter Yamaoka. You can preview the pieces of artwork by visiting the ‘For Arts’ Sake’ event page on the Roxbury Arts Group website at www.roxburyartsgroup.org