2004: Adopted Resolutions of the Town Board of Schodack, NY, Jan

WHEREAS, a petition for the extension of Sewer District No. 1 in the Town of Schodack, County of Rensselaer, New York, was presented to the Town Board; and

WHEREAS, the petition and associated map, plan and report were filed in the office of the Town Clerk; and

WHEREAS, on June 10, 2004, the Town Board adopted an order that recited the filing of the petition, the proposed improvements, the boundaries and description of the proposed extension, the proposed method of financing, and the estimated costs of the improvements and all other matters required by law to be stated; and

WHEREAS, such order set June 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall, 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Schodack, New York, as the time and place for a public hearing before all interested persons on the petition; and

WHEREAS, the hearing on the petition was duly held on June 28, 2004, and all interested parties were heard;

NOW, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the Town Board designates itself as lead agency pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"), determines that this action will have no adverse environmental impacts and issues a negative declaration determining that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment; and it is further

RESOLVED, that: (a) the petition is signed and acknowledged or proved as required by law, it complies with the requirements of the Town Law as to sufficiency of signers and is otherwise sufficient; (b) all the property and property owners within the proposed extension area are benefitted by the proposal; (c) all the property and property owners benefitted are included within the limits of the proposed extension area; (d) it is in the public interest to grant this relief sought in the petition; and it is further

RESOLVED, that the expansion of Sewer District No. 1 as proposed in the petition be approved; and the expansion shall be bounded and described as set forth in Schedule A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof; and

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall cause copies of this Resolution and Order to be filed in accordance with applicable provisions of law.

WHEREAS, the Town of Schodack operates a Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and

WHEREAS, the Town of Schodack is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to prepare and adopt a written Annual Plan that establishes local policies for administration of the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack has caused a written Annual Plan for 2004 to be prepared establishing local policies for administration of the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and has reviewed such written plan,

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby adopts the Annual Plan for 2004 for operation of the Town of Schodack Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program.

Ratify and affirm Supervisor Secor to sign Memorandum of Understanding between Hudson River Valley Greenway Communities Council and the Town of Schodack.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to negotiate contract with Evergreen Country Club for Summer Recreation program use of pool facilities July 12 to August 6, 2004.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack does hereby authorize Supervisor Secor to execute a Letter of Intent with the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson to pursue good faith efforts to negotiate for a Schodack Landing sewer connection.

Authorize Joanna Santostefano, Sole Assessor and Sharon Martin, Assistant Assessor, to attend a required certification class at SUNY Utica Introduction to Farm Appraisal from August 9 through August 13, 2004 with appropriate expenses the course is sponsored by ORPS, at no cost to the Town. Lodging not to exceed ($600.00) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize final payment to J & A Bayly Construction, Inc., for Clearview Pump Station in an amount not to exceed $7,275.

To adopt the following revisions to the Building Department fees as recommended by the Building Inspector as presented.

To adopt the following revisions and/or clarification of fees for the Transfer/Recycling Station as recommended by the Director of Transfer Station as presented.

Authorize Jeffrey Conlin and Gary Ziegler, Building Inspectors to attend the FEMA NFIP Map Revisions Workshop, June 30, 2004 in Albany, New York with appropriate expense and cost of ($80) per member fee not to exceed ($160) to be borne by the Town.

WHEREAS, the Eastern Rensselaer County Solid Waste Management Authority (ERCSWMA) issued a joint bid with various Capital District communities for the purpose of obtaining a vendor for household hazardous waste collection days, one of which was to be conducted on September 25th, 2004 at the Village of Nassau Municipal Building; and

WHEREAS, an award was made to Care Environmental Corporation as the most economical and responsible bidder for the joint project; and

WHEREAS, the ERCSWMA has an approved site in place for the September 25th, 2004 collection day located at the Village Municipal Building, 40 Malden Street, Nassau, New York; further that the Village of Nassau does not object to the use of the Village site by residents of the Town of Schodack for the expresspurpose of participating in the household hazardous waste collection day; and

WHEREAS, an equitable division of fees has been established between the ERCSWMA and the Town of Schodack;

1. The Town of Schodack agrees that it will be responsible for payment to the ERCSWMA for transportation and disposal of hazardous waste generated and delivered to the collection site on September 25th, 2004 by persons submitting accepted proof of residency in the Town of Schodack.

2. Payment is herein agreed upon to be the following: The Town of Schodack shall remit a $850 fee to the ERCSWMA for services provided pursuant to its participation in the collection day; the entire fee for any containers filled exclusively by generators from the Town of Schodack at the fees specified in the contract between Care Environmental and the ERCSWMA; a percentage (based on the quantity used by generators from the Town of Schodack, as agreed upon between the Town of Schodack and ERCSWMA representatives at the collection day) of the fees specified in the contract between Care Environmental and the ERCSWMA for hazardous waste containers filled by residents of the Town of Schodack and/or the Town of Schodack and/or the ERCSWMA; one half (50%) of the fees for transportation and disposal of non-hazardous wastes generated during the collection (cardboard and other debris); and one half (50%) of the fees for outreach and advertising.

3. The Town of Schodack Supervisor is herein authorized to remit to the ERCSWMA the sum necessary to pay its portion of the Care Environmental Services invoice within 30 business days after receipt of a properly completed voucher submitted by the ERCSWMA.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute a maintenance agreement with IKON office solutions for the Canon Image Runner, ID #6S403 in the amount of $ 737 contract copies of 25,000 maximum, for a period May 17, 2004 through May 17, 2005.

Authorize Barry Secor, Sergeant, to attend training seminar, Critical Incident Response to School Violence, Active Shooter, Bomb Threat, Management In Schools, at the Comfort Inn in Albany June 29 and June 30, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($225) course fee to be borne by the Town.

WHEREAS, a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Schodack for a public hearing to be held by said Town on June 10, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. at the Schodack Town hall to hear all interested parties on proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2004 (P2-04), entitled "Active Military Duty Real Property tax relief" to reduce the rate of interest on unpaid real property taxes and assessments to zero percent (0%), which real property taxes and assessments have been levied against real property owned or occupied for dwelling agricultural or business purposes by a person in military service, or his/her dependents, who has been ordered to active military duty, other than training, for the period beginning with a declaration of war by Congress and ending with a date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or concurrent resolution of Congress and during any periods of combat designated by Presidential Executive Order of Hazardous Duty and

WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly posted on the Town Clerk's Sign Board on May 25, 2004 and advertised in the May 28, 2004 editions of THE RECORD, the May 28, 2004 edition of THE ADVERTISER, official newspapers of the Town, and was posted on the official sign board of the Town on May 25, 2004 and

WHEREAS, said public hearing was held on June 10, 2004, at 7:30 P.M. at the Schodack Town Hall and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on behalf of, or in opposition to, said proposed local law and any part thereof, it is hereby

RESOLVED, that pursuant to part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8, State Environmental Quality Review Act, it has been determined by the Town that it is the lead agent and that adoption of said proposed Local Law would not have a significant adverse impact upon the environment and that it issues a Negative Declaration and,

WHEREAS, The Town Board of the Town of Schodack, after due deliberation finds that it is in the best interest of the Town to adopt said local law,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby adopts Proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2004 (P2-04) entitled "Active Military Duty Real Property tax relief" to establish real property tax relief within the Town of Schodack and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Town Clerk, be and is hereby directed to enter said local law into the Code of the Town of Schodack and to give due notice of said local law to the Secretary of State.

Authorize Jeffrey Conlin and Gary Ziegler, Building Inspectors to attend four hour in-service training program entitled "Power Venting, Combustion Air and Ultra-Violet Air Purification Systems," June 18, 2004 in Clifton Park with appropriate expenses and cost of ($40) per person fee not to exceed ($80) to be borne by the Town.

WHEREAS, a petition for the extension of Water District No. 5 in the Town of Schodack, County of Rensselaer, New York, was presented to the Town Board; and

WHEREAS, the petition and associated map, plan and report were filed in the office of the Town Clerk; and

WHEREAS, on April 26, 2004, the Town Board adopted an order that recited the filing of the petition, the proposed improvements, the boundaries and description of the proposed extension, the proposed method of financing, and the estimated costs of the improvements and all other matters required by law to be stated; and

WHEREAS, such order set May 24, 2004, at 7:30 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall, 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Schodack, New York, as the time and place for a public hearing before all interested persons on the petition; and

WHEREAS, the hearing on the petition was duly held on May 24, 2004, and duly continued on June 10, 2004, and all interested parties were heard; and

WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Schodack, serving as lead agency pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA") for the environmental review of this project, including the actions covered by this resolution, issued a negative declaration, determining that the project would not have a significant effect on the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that: (a) the petition is signed and acknowledged or proved as required by law, it complies with the requirements of the Town Law as to sufficiency of signers and is otherwise sufficient; (b) all the property and property owners within the proposed extension are benefitted thereby; (c) all the property and property owners benefitted are included within the limits of the proposed extension; (d) the cost of the proposed improvements is to be assessed against the benefitted area and all real property to be so assessed will be benefitted by the proposed improvements and no benefitted property has been excluded; and (e) it is in the public interest to grant the relief sought in the petition and such will not constitute an undue burden on the property that will bear the cost thereof.

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the extension of Water District No. 5 as proposed in the petition be approved, and that the extension shall bounded and described as set forth in Schedule A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof; and

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the proposed improvements shall be financed as follows: The improvements requested by the petition are the connection to an existing Town water main to serve a proposed residential subdivision within the extension. The maximum amount to be expended for the improvements as stated in the petition is One Dollar ($1). The developer shall bear all costs of installation of new mains, which shall be conveyed to the Town at no cost; and

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall cause copies of this Resolution and Order to be filed in accordance with applicable provisions of law.

WHEREAS, a petition for the extension of Sewer District No. 6 in the Town of Schodack, County of Rensselaer, New York, was presented to the Town Board; and

WHEREAS, the petition and associated map, plan and report were filed in the office of the Town Clerk; and

WHEREAS, the hearing on the petition was duly held on May 24, 2004, and duly continued on June 10, 2004, and all interested parties were heard; and

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that (a) the petition is signed and acknowledged or proved as required by law, it complies with the requirements of the Town Law as to sufficiency of signers and is otherwise sufficient; (b) all the property and property owners within the proposed extension are benefitted thereby; (c) all the property and property owners benefitted are included within the limits of the proposed extension; (d) the cost of the proposed improvements is to be assessed against the benefitted area and all real property to be so assessed will be benefitted by the proposed improvements and no benefitted property has been excluded; and (e) it is in the public interest to grant the relief sought in the petition and such will not constitute an undue burden on the property that will bear the cost thereof.

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the extension of Sewer District No. 6 as proposed in the petition be approved, and that the extension shall be bounded and described as set forth in Schedule A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof; and

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the proposed improvements shall be financed as follows: The improvements requested by the petition are the connection to an existing Town sewer main to serve a proposed residential subdivision within the extension. The maximum amount to be expended for the improvements as stated in the petition is One Dollar ($1). The developer shall bear all costs of installation of new mains, which shall be conveyed to the Town at no cost; and

IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall cause copes of this Resolution and Order to be filed in accordance with applicable provisions of law.

WHEREAS, a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Schodack for a public hearing to be held by said Town on May 24, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. at the Schodack Town hall to hear all interested parties on the adoption of a fee schedule to be charged and collected in all Town water and sewer districts prior to the issuance of building permits or upon request for inspection; and

WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly advertised in the May 6, 2004 edition of THE RECORD, the May 14, 2004 edition of THE ADVERTISER, official newspapers of the Town, and was posted on the official sign board of the Town on May 3, 2004 and

WHEREAS, said public hearing was held on May 24 at 7:30 p.m. and continued on June 10, 2004, at the Schodack Town Hall and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on behalf of, or in opposition to, said proposed fee schedule and any part thereof, it is hereby

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board adopts the following fee schedule, to be effective January 1, 2005, for all Town water and sewer districts:

Pursuant to the provisions of Town Law _ 150 (2), the Town of Schodack hereby establishes a Board of Police Commissioners effective immediately and appoints Councilman Kenneth W. Stinner, Councilman K. Michael Ziegler and Richard Sleasman as members of the Board of Police Commissioners for a term to expire on December 31, 2004. The Board of Police Commissioners shall serve as liaisons to the Police Department and shall serve without compensation. The Board of Police Commissioners may recommend policy for the consideration of the Town Board. The Town Board acknowledges the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement with the Schodack Police Benevolent Association and does not seek to controvert its terms and conditions.

Authorize the following Town of Schodack Day Camp employees for the Summer Youth and Recreation Program as recommended by the Director of Youth and Recreation:

Type of Fee		Amount	Payable Upon
Sewer Connection		$2,500.	Issuance of Bldg Permit
Sewer Inspection	$50.	Request for Inspection
Water Connection	$1,900.	Issuance of Bldg Permit
Water Curb Stop	$385.	Issuance of Bldg Permit
Water Inspection	$50.	Request for Inspection
East Greenbush I&I Sewer	$2,500.	Approval of subdivision, Issuance Bldg Permit or Application for service; Schodack will collect and thereafter pay East Greenbush
East Greenbush I&I Water	$2,500.	Approval of subdivision, Issuance Bldg Permit or Application for service; Schodack will collect And thereafter pay East Greenbush

Kerry Gibbons - Site Director
Thomas Gibbons - Site Director
Mark Bubniak - Site Director
Rebecca Valli - Site Director
Gertrude Valli - Arts and Crafts Director/Assistant Director
Mary Holliday - Music Director/Assistant Director
Lisa Clevenger - Assistant Director
Bryan Lussier - Assistant Director
Erica Schmidt - Pool Director
Tracey Roehr - Special Needs Director
Kimberly Williams - Lifeguard/Counselor
Jessica Newman - Lifeguard/Counselor
Counselors:
Lucas Ashby David Austin
Patrick Austin Alyssa Baranca
Laura Beerle Denise Breault
Christopher Brabic Nicole Buckley
Adam Butterworth Brian Butterworth
Madison Chester Aja Clevenger
Michael Childrose Julie Clifford
Nicholas Colbert Joseph DeFrancesco
Stephen Dixon Nicholas Duncan
Timothy Duffy Jonathan Ellis
Angela Ennis Heather Felton
Brittany Gervais Joshua Getz
Matthew Ippolito Emily Johnson
Caitlin Kayser Cassandra Kleinhans
Lori Kolb Andrew Krug
Carolynn Langley Ryan Laurin
Gregory Lewis Nicole Meister
Brenna Mereness Carrie Meunch
Emily McKnight Alexander Michaels
Erin Nixon William Ohrin
Amanda Richards Alan Roehr
Bonnie Robinson Elizabeth Roehr
Robert Roth Sara Schmidt
Holly Schultz Jessie Szary
Shaun Sukup Kara Taylor
Katlyn Valli Samantha Vye
Bryan VanVliet Steven Verdini
Michael Warner

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of a public hearing to seek public input into the extension of Sewer District #1 on June 28, 2004 at 7 p.m. relative to a petition of the owners of real property.

WHEREAS, Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, has died and his funeral will be held on Friday, June 11, 2004, and

NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack declares Friday, June 11, 2004, as a day of mourning in memory of former president Ronald Reagan and resolves to close the Town Hall for business and shall advise Town Hall employees they are not required to report for duty.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute the Intermunicipal Sewer Agreement between the Town of East Greenbush and Town of Schodack, as previously adopted and executed by the Town of East Greenbush.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract for Quality Communities Grant Program, Contract #C039940.

Authorize Sharon Martin, Assistant Assessor, to attend a required certification class, Introduction to Income Property Valuation, at the Manfred Real Estate Learning Center in Albany on September 20, 21, 29, and 30, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($375) course fee and ($64.80) textbook fee not to exceed ($439.80) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Joanna Santostefano, Sole Assessor and Sharon Martin, Assistant Assessor, to attend a required certification class Introduction to Mass Appraisal, at the Office of Real Property in Albany June 23 through June 25, 2004. There is no cost to attend.

To appoint the following individuals to an advisory committee to review zoning and related issues:

Charge to Committee: To meet and identify how the Town's zoning law and related codes need to be revised to conform with New York State Town Law, International Building Code, definitions of applicable terms, best planning practices and any other applicable issues as established by the Committee; to make recommendations as to how compliance or improvements may be achieved; may obtain and review zoning laws from other communities as to specific proposals/language; and to submit a written report to the Town Board by its September, 2004 meeting. Town Board to review Committee recommendations and work with Town Attorney to determine appropriate language and/or policy for preparation of local law and establish public hearing schedule.

Representing	Member(s)
Town Board:	Robert Zinzow and Beth Knauf Secor
Planning Board	Joseph Visalli, Wayne Johnson and Timothy Nugent, Esq., Maria Santostefano
Zoning Board	John Pyrzenski
School Board	Paul Puccio
Agriculture	Edward Miller
Building Department	Jeffrey Conlin

To adopt the following revisions to the Building Department fees as recommended by the Building Inspector:

Request the Town Board to waive Building department fee, for an application received in the Building department from Seth Hiser to build a score board at the Little League Park on Brookview Road as his Eagle Scout project.

Formally adopt road program for year 2004 as presented by the Superintendent of Highways at the April 8, 2004 meeting of the Town Board.

To request New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a study relative to the Bunker Hill Road speed limit.

To request New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a study relative to the Clove Road speed limit.

Authorize submission of Police Department grant applications: Cops in Schools 2004 from the United States Justice Department, Traffic Safety Corridor Enforcement from the New York Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, The New Buckle Up New York (BUNY) Enforcement Grant from the State of New York Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, and "STEP" To Reduce Unsafe Driving Behaviors Grant from the State of New York Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract with MGL Cleaning, Inc., for cleaning Town Hall and Police Department buildings pursuant to quotation of May 1, 2004.

Ratify and affirm a contract dated May 7, 2002 with CSX Transportation Inc. regarding Knickbocker Road Bridge previously executed by Eileen M. Natoli as Supervisor of the Town of Schodack and ratify payment in amount of $2500, paid to CSX Transportation, Inc. and further authorize final payment in the amount of $7,500. to CSX Transportation Inc., upon receipt of the CSXT engineering report.

Authorize Hiscock and Barclay to conduct a half day training session with the Assessor and Assistant Assessor proposed in an amount not to exceed $750.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute two year contract for website hosting package with Tech II in an amount not to exceed $540.

WHEREAS, a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Schodack for a public hearing to be held by said Town on May 13, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. at the Schodack Town Hall to hear all interested parties on proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2004 (P2-04), entitled "A Local Law to amend Chapter 162 of the Code of the Town of Schodack entitled "Peddling and Soliciting"" to establish regulations governing the license to act as a peddler within the Town of Schodack" and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York" and

WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly posted on the Town Clerk's Sign Board on March 5, 2004 and advertised in the April 18, 2004 and April 21, 2004 editions of THE RECORD, the April 22, 2004 edition of THE ADVERTISER, official newspapers of the Town, and was posted on the official sign board of the Town on April 21, 2004, and

WHEREAS, said public hearing was held on May 13, 2004, at 7:30 P.M. at the Schodack Town Hall and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on behalf of, or in opposition to, said proposed local law or any part thereof, it is hereby

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack, after due deliberation finds that it is in the best interest of the Town to adopt said local law,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby adopts Proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2004 (P2-04) to be known as Local Law No. 2 of 2004 entitled "Peddling and Soliciting" to establish regulations governing the license to act as a peddler within the Town of Schodack" and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York" and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk, be and is hereby directed to enter said local law into the Code of the Town of Schodack and to give due notice of said local law to the Secretary of State.

To approve change order in amount of $2,276.55 and further authorize payment of $2,162.73 to Jenkins Excavation for Water District No. 1, for payment in an amount not to exceed $2,276.55

Authorize Officer Steve Roy to attend Interview and Interrogation Course which includes Miranda Rights May 10 and 11, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($150) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute agreement with LaBerge Group for professional services to be provided to the Planning Board.

Amend appointment for Warren Carner, Deputy Highway Superintendent, at the annual salary of $40,116.89, effective April 1, 2004 to conform with actual transfer date [Resolution 2004-084].

WHEREAS, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Laws of the State of New York 2003, Chapter 106, the State Legislature has passed the Patriot Plan, a municipal corporation to which real property tax is owed is authorized to extend the deadline for payment of real property taxes without penalties or interest by members of the deployed military upon adoption of a resolution; and

WHEREAS, WHEREAS, extending the deadline for payment of real property taxes on behalf of members of the deployed military will ease their burden in these difficult times.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the following be and the same hereby is adopted:

Section 1. Legislative Intent.

The Town Board of the Town of Schodack recognizes that the individuals who are members of the military make a tremendous sacrifice, especially in times like these when our military personnel are in many locations throughout the world and here in New York fighting against terrorism. This sacrifice is just as real for the men and women who comprise our reserve armed forces and state organized militia. For those who are not full-time active duty in the military, but instead are called to active duty as a member of the reserve armed forces or state organized militia, the rest of their lives must be put on hold to accommodate that service. However, such military personnel continue to be responsible for their own well-being, the well-being of their families and they must still face the obligations that exist in their everyday lives. Steps have been taken to ease some of the burdens that these brave men and women encounter, to allow them to focus their energy on defending our country; however, this Town Board recognizes that more must be done to ensure that military personnel engaged in active duty are not troubled by their obligations at home.

Section 2. Definition

A person deployed by the military is defined in Real Property Tax Law Section 925-d to mean a person who has been ordered to active military duty, other than training, for the period beginning with a declaration of war by Congress and ending with a date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or concurrent resolution of Congress or during any periods of combat designated by Presidential Executive Order or Hazardous Duty.

Section 3. Deployed Military; Extension

Relative to the collection of real property tax owed to the Town of Schodack or to the imposition of penalties or interest therefor for a late payment owed by a person who has been deployed by the military or by the spouse or domestic partner of such person for real property of a person so deployed, any deadline with respect to the payment of such real property tax shall be extended for a period of ninety (90) days after the end of such deployment.

Section 4. Escrow Accounts

Any payment on behalf of such deployed person, spouse or domestic partner from a real property tax escrow account shall likewise be so extended consistent with the provisions of this section.

Section 5. Effective Date

This resolution shall take effect upon adoption.

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the County Executive, the Office of the Comptroller, the Director of Veterans' Services, the County Real Property Tax Service Director, the County Treasurer and the Receiver of Taxes of the Town of Schodack.

Appoint Sherri Smith as Building Department Secretary at annual salary of $24,637 effective May 17, 2004.

Authorize the reimbursement of bond money be returned to Schodack Hospitably LLC, Anthony J. Audi of Axion Capital for the escrow account, in the amounts of $25,500.00 (twenty-five thousand five hundred dollars) for the Comfort Inn and Suites at 99 Miller Road, for paving and striping, as all have been completed.

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of public hearing to be held June 28, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall to seek public input on the Town's proposed Agency Plan for 2004 for the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program.

Authorize Town Clerk to publish notice of public hearing to be held on June 10, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. at Schodack Town Hall to seek public input on Proposed Local Law 3 of 2004 to reduce the rate of interest on unpaid real property taxes and assessments to zero percent(0%), which real property taxes and assessments have been levied against real property owned or occupied for dwelling agricultural or business purposes by a person in military service, or his/her dependents, who has been ordered to active military duty, other than training, for the period beginning with a declaration of war by Congress and ending with a date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or concurrent resolution of Congress and ending with a date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or concurrent resolution of Congress and during any periods of combat designated by Presidential Executive Order of Hazardous Duty.

Create the position of planning and zoning assistant to provide 15 hours per week of secretarial support to the office of planning and zoning and to provide 20 hours per week as zoning officer under the direction of the Building Department.

Appoint Nadine Fuda as Planning and Zoning Assistant at the annual salary rate of $24,637 on a part-time basis commencing May 17, 2004 through June 25, 2004 with salary prorated based on hours worked and full-time effective June 28, 2004.

Authorize Jeffrey Conlin and Gary Ziegler Building Inspectors, to attend New York Building Official Conference, Inc. April 16, 2004 with appropriate expenses($50) per inspector not to exceed ($100) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Tom Prevost, Andy Koch, and Ken Holmes to attend the Annual Technical Water Conference on May 17 through May 20, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($585) per operator expense not to exceed ($1,755) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute a maintenance agreement with IKON office solutions for the Canon 6551 copier in the amount of $1166.00, contract copies of 220,000 maximum, for the period March 7, 2004 through March 7, 2005.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to sign one year service contract with Atlantic Detroit Diesel for $900 for provision of lift station emergency back-up generators for Sewer districts Number 2 (Castleridge) and Number 6 (Exit 10) for a period of one year.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute Waiver and Release Agreements, pursuant to Resolution 2003-265, as follows with:

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of bid for asbestos abatement and demolition of former police station located at 1777 Columbia Turnpike to be opened on May 10, 2004

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contracts with Village of Castleton-on-Hudson, Castleton Fire Company, Village of Nassau, Nassau Fire Department and the Board of Commissioners of the East Schodack Fire Company for provision of fire and emergency services in each of the respective fire protection districts.

Whereas, on February 12, 2004, the Schodack Town Board approved by resolution (2004-089) the Volunteer Ambulance Workers Service Award Program List of all 2003 active Volunteer Ambulance Workers of the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Services, Inc., and

Whereas, The list was forwarded to authorized representatives of the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Services, Inc. and they posted the list for thirty (30) days as required by law and

Whereas, they have certified on March 29, 2004 that no changes were made to the listing,

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Schodack Town Board authorizes Supervisor Secor to certify to PENFLEX, Inc., that the listing as submitted and posted should be used to determine the funding requirements of the Service Award Program (SAP), the eligibility of persons to be paid benefits and the amount of benefits to be paid to such persons.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement on behalf of the Town as it relates to civil forfeiture by the Schodack Police Department.

Accept resignation of William C. Kayser from Schodack Board of Assessment Review effective immediately.

For many years the Schodack Central School District has worked cooperatively with the Town of Schodack to assure our joint taxpayers are not unnecessarily burdened. Therefore, the Town of Schodack wishes to formally acknowledge it will continue to accept scrap computer equipment and other materials that are not taken by the School's commercial waste hauler at the Transfer Station without charge.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to negotiate with Fox Hollow LLC for real property to construct water storage infrastructure.

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of Requests for Proposals (RFP) for the grant administration and program delivery services involving the Clove Road School project, proposals to be received no later than May 10, 2004.

Authorize Jeffrey Conlin, Building Inspector to attend Hudson Valley Code Enforcement Officials Education Conference, April 21-23, 2004 in Poughkeepsie, New York with appropriate expense and registration ($180) and hotel registration ($238) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Jeffrey Conlin And Gary Ziegler, Building Inspectors to attend New York Building Codes Seminars Course : An In-depth Review, May 3, 2004 in Albany, New York. There is no cost to attend.

Authorize Maria Santostefano, Director-Planning and Zoning, Lois R. Phillips, Esq., and Timothy Nugent, Esq. (Planning Board Attorney) to attend Land Use Law course, to be held at Albany Law School, May 20-21, 2004 in Albany, New York with appropriate expense and tuition ($195) to be borne by the Town.

Authorize Chief of Police to purchase a 2004 Ford Expedition 4x4, pursuant to State Contract, inclusive of all necessary equipment for a sum not to exceed $30,639 and to be funded by transfer from contractual expense.

Authorize the selection and acceptance of Day Camp and Sports Camp Accident Insurance through Rose & Kiernan, Inc. The minimum premium for each policy is $250. The additional cost for Day Camp is $0.50 per camper per week. The additional cost for the Sports Camps is $1.85 per child if under the age of 13 and children ages 13-15 shall be $3.00 per child. A deposit premium of 25% of the estimated policy premium is required. The total premium will be computed by audit at the end of the day camp season and seasonal sports camps.

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of public hearing to be held on May 13 at 7:30 p.m. to seek public input on proposed Local Law 2 of the Laws of 2004 regarding Peddling and Soliciting.

WHEREAS, it is the sense of the Schodack Town Board to act in accord with its longstanding traditions, honoring the achievements of those who have given so generously to their community, exemplifying the ideals and values cherished by this great Town, and

WHEREAS, Stuart McKnight, has distinguished himself as a person of outstanding ability, establishing a high standard of integrity, and has imparted a sense of fairness, and compassion to the position of a Police Officer in the Town of Schodack, and

WHEREAS, Officer McKnight, has been a life-long resident of the Town of Schodack, graduated from Maple Hill High School in 1975, and then entered into the U.S. Army and receiving an honorable discharge in 1978, and

WHEREAS, Officer McKnight, was duly appointed as an Police Officer for the Town in May of 1980 and has served faithfully in that role until his retirement on December 31, 2003, and

WHEREAS, Officer McKnight was commended by the Town Board on October 9, 1986 for his investigation of a fatal accident and

WHEREAS, Officer McKnight was commended by New York State Police Troop T Commander Major James W. McMahon on December 9, 1986 for his quick response in searching for an escaped prisoner, which resulted in the successful apprehension of the escapee, and

WHEREAS, Stuart continued to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves until his retirement on March 7, 2004, and continues to demonstrate his commitment to the community by serving as Past Chief, life member of the Castleton Volunteer Fire Company, and

WHEREAS, Stuart's devotion to public service has also been recognized by actively serving as Battalion Deputy Fire Coordinator and his ongoing efforts with the COPS MORE,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislative Body of the Town of Schodack is moved to honor Stuart McKnight, who has given himself to this community in so many ways and distinguishing himself throughout his careers and as a longtime resident of this great Town, bringing great pride to his family, his peers, his associations and his community by being a person of commitment, integrity and an impressive role model for all, and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislative Body of the Town of Schodack will pause in its deliberations of the 8th day of April 2004 to acknowledge and honor Stuart McKnight, upon his retirement, for his twenty-three years of service to the Town of Schodack and a copy of this resolution, suitably engrossed, will be transmitted to him.

To adopt the following revisions to the Building Department fees as recommended by the Building Inspector.

WHEREAS, it is the sense of the Schodack Town Board to act in accord with its longstanding traditions, honoring the achievements of those who have given so generously to their community, and who exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great Town, and

WHEREAS, Gerald Stalker distinguished himself as a life member of the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., and exemplified outstanding dedication, established a high standard of integrity, a sense of fairness, and excellence to all his volunteer positions with the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Services, Inc., and

WHEREAS, Gerald Stalker also served his community as a member of the Castleton Fire Company and St. Paul's United Methodist Church, and

WHEREAS, on Saturday, April 3, 2004, Gerald Stalker lost his life while serving the needs of others on an emergency ambulance call, and

WHEREAS, the Town of Schodack is indebted to its volunteer emergency services personnel and volunteer firefighters for their heroic and often perilous response on behalf of Schodack citizens

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack expresses its gratitude for a job well done and its heartfelt sympathy to the family and loved ones of Gerald Stalker on his passing.

WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has developed a plan to replace a bridge located on State Route 150 during the summer of 2005, and

WHEREAS, said construction project will reroute traffic within the Town to the following Town Roads: Reno, Payne, Poyneer and Rice.

WHEREAS, the Town Board is concerned about the safety of Town residents and motorists on all Town roads, but especially those with additional traffic flow, and due to the detour of motorists and

WHEREAS, Town residents on the above roads have expressed their concern to the Town concerning safety, speed limits and weight limits the following roads: Reno, Payne, Poyneer and Rice and a portion of Miller Road between I-90 and the intersection of Reno Road currently posted at 45 mph.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby petitions the New York State Department of Transportation to review and determine the following:

Approve the following applications under Town Code §147-5 and authorize the Town Clerk to issue the trailer renewals:

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute health insurance brokerage agreement with Candy Marrero of Group Products and Services, Inc. There is no charge to the Town or its employees for said services.

Authorize Superintendent of Highways to purchase a chipper from State contract, as budgeted.

Authorize Superintendent of Highways to retain Clough, Harbour & Associates to conduct a road survey, evaluate status and make recommendations in an amount not to exceed $1000.

Establish semi-annual operation and maintenance rates for Sewer District 4 in the amount of $212.50.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract amendment with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Project # EPF-540042-S4 (Clove Road School) to extend the grant project ending date to December 31, 2005.

Pursuant to Article 3 Section 30 of the Town Law, the Town Clerk hereby appoints Lois Rodriguez Deputy Town Clerk. Term to run concurrent with the term of the Town Clerk and expires December 31, 2007. The annual salary for the year 2004 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Whereas, the Office of the Town Clerk, a time honored and vital part of local government exists throughout the world, and

Whereas, the Office of the Town Clerk provides the professional link between the people, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other levels, and

Whereas, Town Clerks have pledged to render equal service to all and serves as the information center on functions of local government and community, and

Whereas, Town Clerks and their Deputies continually strive to improve the administration of the Office of the Town Clerk through participation in educational programs, seminars, workshops and annual meetings of their state, county and international professional organizations,

Whereas, it is most appropriate that we recognize the accomplishments of the Office of the Town Clerk

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack recognizes the week of May 2 through May 8, 2004 as Municipal Clerks Week, and further extends appreciation to our Town Clerk, Donna L. Conlin and her Deputy, Karen Vecchione and to all Municipal Clerks for the vital services they perform and their exemplary dedication to the communities they represent.

Name	Number of Units
Kenneth and Kristine Johnson	2
Harvey Souder	1

Authorize transfer of $168,500 from General Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund for Municipal Buildings (H0R1).

Authorize Supervisor Secor to retain Fraser & Associates at rates not to exceed those currently charged to the Town to provide engineering services related to drainage improvements at Shufelt, Sunset, Palmer, Burden Lake and Fish & Game Roads, Jordan Lane and Nassau Lake area at a cost not to exceed $20,000.

Authorize Director of Transfer Station to expend between Town Board meetings, and without prior Town Board approval, a sum not to exceed $500.

Accept the proposal, dated March 25, 2004, from Fraser & Associates for professional engineering services in connection with the proposed Schodack Landing sewer project.

Authorize Angelo DeFrancesco to spend $5,000.00 to complete repairs to tank #2 in Water District No. 3 (Maplecrest).

Direct the Supervisor to send a copy of Clark Engineering Report, dated 12/2003 and the 2002 Spectra Engineering Report concerning Water District No. 3 (Maplecrest) to NYSDEC and NYSDOH and inquire about additional information needed for DWSRF funding for Maplecrest.

Authorize the Supervisor to solicit engineering proposals for engineering services to the Town.

WHEREAS, a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Schodack for a public hearing to be held by said Town on March 16, 2004 at 7:00 P.M. at the Schodack Town Hall to hear all interested parties on proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2004 (P1-04), entitled "A Local Law imposing a one-hundred eighty day moratorium on acceptable of adult use and adult and adult entertainment applications and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York" and

WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly posted on the Town Clerk's Sign Board on March 5, 2004 and advertised in the March 10, 2004 edition of THE RECORD, the March 12, 2004 edition of THE ADVERTISER, official newspapers of the Town, and

WHEREAS, said public hearing was held on March 16, 2004, at 7:00 P.M. at the Schodack Town Hall and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on behalf of, or in opposition to, said proposed local law or any part thereof, and the Local Law was approved by the Rensselaer County Department of Economic Development and Planning, it is hereby

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack, after due deliberation finds that it is in the best interest of the Town to adopt said local law,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby adopts Proposed Local Law No.1 of 2004 (P1-04) to be known as Local Law No. 1 of 2004 entitled "A Local Law imposing a one-hundred eighty day moratorium on acceptable of adult use and adult and adult entertainment applications and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York" and

Appoint William Kayser as the Director of the Transfer Station at the 2004 budgeted salary, effective April 1, 2004.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute letter of engagement and retainer with the law firm of Girvin and Ferlazzo as special counsel in the matter of People v. Herman Krug, Docket No. 10-1998 for an hourly rate of $175

Authorize Mark Bubniak to attend required training courses of Responding to Emergencies at American Red Cross, scheduled for April 25, 2004 and May 2, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($87) to be borne by the town.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding for 2004 for Activities for NYS DEC Regulated Waterways with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute the March 2004 contracts and easements, as amended, by and between Water District #1, Boston & Buffalo Express, Inc., Leroy Denbesten and TDB, LLC and the Town of Schodack in the amount of One Dollar ($1) respectively.

Appoint law firm of Hiscock and Barclay, LLP as special counsel in the matter of Colvin -v- Town of Schodack, an Article 78 proceeding, at hourly rate of $175.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute appraisal contract with Realty Resource Appraisals to appraise {tax map #177.-9-27 and #177.-9-28}, for an expenditure not to exceed Five hundred ($500.) for the matter set forth in Resolution 2004-110

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack received three (3) bids for one (1) single axle dump truck/plow/sander combination, and

WHEREAS, the bid as follows: Albany Truck Sales (Mack Trucks) in the amount of $128,898.95; H. L. Gage Sales, Inc. In the amount of $132,444.00 and Albany Truck Sales (Volvo Trucks) in the amount of $159,990.00 and

WHEREAS, all bids were reviewed for conformance to specifications and submittal of required bid bond and non-collusive certificates

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby accepts the bid from H. L. Gage Sales, Inc., in the amount of $132,444.00.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack received four (4) bids for the repair of the roof to the police station and

WHEREAS, the bids are as follows: Phelps Brothers, Inc. In the amount of $5,250.00; Mid-State Industries, Ltd. in the amount of $7,811.00; W B Roofing and Sheetmetal Repair, Inc. in the amount of $9,000.00 and Chris Smith Roofing in the amount of $7,500.00

WHEREAS, all bids were reviewed for conformance to specifications and submittal of required bid bond and non-collusive certificates

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board hereby accepts the lowest responsible bid from Phelps Brothers, Inc. in the amount of $5,250.00.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract with the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson for $35,500 for provision of fire protection for 2004.

Authorize Highway Superintendent to purchase a required State of New York Department of Motor Vehicle Computerized Vehicle Inspection System (CVIS) for federally mandated New York Vehicle Inspection Program for use at the Highway Garage in an amount not to exceed $1,662.04.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute Waiver and Release Agreement with Schodack Exit 10 LLC and RNP Associate, Inc. and authorize refund of $90,944.63 as agreed to by the Town Board on December 29, 2003.

Authorize Richard Kilmer to conduct a survey of Town Highway Garage property in an amount not to exceed $5250.00 in accordance with their correspondence dated February 11, 2004.

Authorize Clough-Harbour to complete the year annual well monitoring program of the Landfill at a cost of $5,000.

Authorize Alice Platt, Comptroller to attend GOFA conference and training, April 1-2, 2004 in Albany, New York with appropriate expense and registration ($150) to be borne by the town.

Authorize the Supervisor renew a Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) in the amount of $220,000 dated April 1, 2004 for the Police Station.

Appoint law firm of Hiscock and Barclay, LLP as bond counsel for the sum of $600 each plus expenses for issuance and/or renewal of Bond Anticipation Notes for the calendar year 2004.

Pursuant to Section 987(1) of the Real Property Tax Law, the Town is authorized to collect a two dollar ($2) fee with each past due tax notice. The Board hereby authorizes the Receiver of Taxes to levy and collect said two dollar ($2) fee on each past due notice.

Harassment Policy

The Town of Schodack is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace that promotes diversity and is free from discrimination. Various laws also prohibit certain forms of discrimination. The Town benefits by encouraging all employees to value and respect each other and maintain an environment supportive of individual differences, where each of us can participate and contribute free from discrimination. This consideration should also be extended to Town residents.

Non-Discrimination

We will make all employment and other decisions without discriminating on the basis of age, color, citizenship, disability, disabled veteran status, gender, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, military service or status or Vietnam-era veteran status or any other reason.

Discrimination should not occur regarding terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, job benefits, compensation, training, performance appraisals, upgrading and promotional opportunities, assignment transfer, leaves of absence, layoffs, returns from layoffs, providing work-related assistance or information, access to or participation in social and recreational programs, use of town equipment or facilities, disciplinary action and termination of employment.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Efforts

We will fully support programs that encourage qualified individuals to seek equal employment opportunities or business relationships with the Town.

Harassment

The Town is committed to providing a harassment-free work environment. Harassing behavior demeans others, threatens productivity, can adversely affect the Town's reputation and may violate the law.

Harassment

All Town employees must not engage in any behavior that ridicules, belittles, intimidates, threatens or otherwise demeans co-workers or others associated with the Town, including contractors, customers, suppliers, employment applicants or other municipalities. The Town also will not tolerate harassment by any of the parties mentioned above against a Town employee.

Harassment can include making racist, sexist, or ethnic comments, jokes or gestures or hazing. The Town prohibits harassment based on a person's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason.

Authorize the selection and acceptance of New York Municipal Insurance Reciprocal (NYMIR) for inland marine, law enforcement and public officials insurance coverage effective April 1, 2004 for the total premium of $107,770.74 for a one million dollar coverage ($1,000,000) liability coverage with a two million dollar ($2,000,000) additional umbrella, plus a capital contribution of $5,157 for a total program cost of $112,927.74.

Authorize payment of documented expenses for Timothy Nugent, Planning Board Attorney, and Denise Mayrer, Planning Board member, who attended the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of New York State in New York City February 15 to 17, 2004 in amount not to exceed $900 each.

Establish semi-annual operation and maintenance rates for Sewer Districts 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 as follows:

Authorize John Coyne Electric, Inc., to make repairs as proposed to Police station in an amount not to exceed $1,850.

WITHDRAWN: Authorize Supervisor Secor to submit two pre-application forms for anticipated water district improvements for Water District 1 and Water Districts 2A, 2B and 5 in order for the Town to be eligible for inclusion in the upcoming funding round of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund.

Authorize Town Clerk to publish legal notice of public hearing to be held on Thursday, April 8, 2004 at 7 p.m. to establish semi-annual sewer rates for Sewer District #4.

Hereby rescind Resolution 2004-060 and adopt the following to constitute Town Policy for Safe Backing [excerpts from New York State Commercial Driver's Manual] and Vehicle Accident Reporting [St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company]:

As a result of limited visibility behind a vehicle, backing is always dangerous. Avoid backing whenever possible. Most importantly, avoid backing without a spotter when one is available. When parking, try to park to be able to pull forward when leaving. When a vehicle must be backed, here are a few simple safety rules to follow:

Avoid backing when possible
Look at the vehicle path
Sound horn before backing
Back slowly
Back and turn toward the driver's side whenever possible
Always use a helper when available

The above rules are discussed below:

Look at the vehicle Path. Look at the line of travel before beginning to back. Check clearance to the vehicle's sides and overhead in and near the path the vehicle will take.

Sound Horn Before Backing. Sound your horn before backing to alert others.

Back Slowly. Always back as slow as possible. Use the lowest reverse gear in order to more easily correct any steering errors and stop quickly if necessary.

Back and Turn Toward Driver's Side. Back to the driver's side so as to see well. Backing toward the rider's side or blind side is very dangerous because this cannot be seen well, if at all. When backing back and turning toward the driver's side, a driver can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window. Use driver-side backing - even if it means going around the block to put the vehicle in this position. The added safety is worth it.

Use a Spotter. Except during snow and ice removal operations, a spotter must be used when one is available. There are blind spots a driver cannot see. That is why a spotter is important. Any available employee shall direct the driver of a backing vehicle, whether or not that employee is a passenger. The spotter should stand near the back of the vehicle where they can be visualized at all times. Stop at any time the driver loses sight of the spotter, and exit the vehicle to establish the spotter's location. If another employee is not available, the driver shall exit the vehicle before backing to check for clearance, perhaps more than once; and may have to walk completely around the vehicle to do so. Work out a set of hand signals both understand before beginning backing. Most importantly, agree on a signal for "stop."

Backing with a Trailer. When backing a car, straight truck, or bus, turn the top of the steering wheel toward the direction desired to go. When backing a trailer, turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction. Once the trailer starts to turn, turn the wheel the other way to follow the trailer.

To back with a trailer, try to position the vehicle to back in a straight line. If driver must back on a curved path, back to the driver's side to enhance visibility. Again, spotters must be used when available.

Back Slowly. This will allow the driver to make corrections before too far off course.

Use the Mirrors. The mirrors will allow the driver to see whether the trailer is drifting to one side or the other.

Correct drift immediately. As soon as the trailer is visualized getting off the proper path, correct it by turning the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.

Pull forward. When backing a trailer, make pull-ups to re-position vehicle as needed.

Snow and Ice Removal Operations. Careful planning can minimize the need for backing during snow and ice operations. When backing is unavoidable and visibility is poor during actual snow and ice operations, the wing person is not required to exit the vehicle to spot the backing maneuver; nor is the operator, if alone, required to exit the truck before backing.

In such cases, the operator must use extreme caution, and back slowly and deliberately. Operators must make every reasonable effort to avoid backing, and are always fully responsible for the vehicle's safe operation.

The above rules constitute the Town of Schodack Backing Policy and are outlined in the New York State Commercial Drivers Manual. Backing without spotters should be avoided at all times. Spotters greatly decrease the likelihood of a backing incident or accident. Further, the likelihood of personnel injury or equipment loss will greatly be reduced through this policy.

Establish meeting schedule for Water/Sewer Workshops as follows:
the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall, commencing on March 22, 2004.

Appoint Tom Gibbons and Geoffrey Scheilding as instructors for Pee-Wee Wrestling for Winter Recreation Program.

Resolution of Support for the Elimination of the Sunset Provision of the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund (LGRMIF)

WHEREAS, the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund was created in 1989 to provide technical assistance and grants to establish, improve or enhance records management programs in New York's more than 4300 local governments, and

WHEREAS, a sunset date for the LGRMIF was established in the original legislation to permit its operation as a five-year experiment, and

WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature in 1995 has twice extended the sunset date, most recently to December 31, 2005, and

WHEREAS, the LGRMIF has effectively supported essential advisory services and 6,300 grants totaling over $113 million to improve the management of records for over half of all NYS local governments, and

WHEREAS, the LGRMIF and the programs it supports continue to operate at a high standard of excellence and provide direct and significant benefit to local governments at no cost to the taxpayers, and

WHEREAS, the Town of Schodack has benefited from technical assistance, training, publications and five grants totaling approximately $137,837.00 supported by the LGRMIF, and

WHEREAS, the LGRMIF continues to be critically important in the fulfillment of the many records and information related responsibilities of local government name, therefore

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the TOWN OF SCHODACK supports the elimination of said sunset provision of December 31, 2005 in order to make the LGRMIF permanent.

Approve the following applications under Town Code § 147-5 and authorize the Town Clerk to issue the trailer renewals:

NAME	NUMBER OF UNITS
Ball III, Frank (Kingly-Lee Farms, Inc.)	1
Buck, Clemens (Leavenworth Trailer Park)	16
Davis, John	1
Delappa, Darwin (Creekside Park)	52
Field, George	1
Garden Homes Mgmt. (Cedar Acres)	21
Garden Homes Mgmt. (Curtis Mobile Home Park)	70
Gaylord, Donald	1
Maier, Anthony	1
Saville, Rita	1

WHEREAS, William Dikant was appointed to serve as Schodack Justice Court Officer on March 1, 1974, and on March 3, 2004, celebrated his 30th anniversary as Court Officer,

WHEREAS, in his position as Court Officer to the Schodack Justice Court, William Dikant has served with the trust and confidence of the Justices of the Town of Schodack over the past 30 years, including the following magistrates: Judge Reeves, Judge Snow, Judge Smith, Judge Scheidel, Judge Albert Peter, Judge Bult, Judge Shannon, Judge Paul Peter and Judge Wagner

WHEREAS, the Court is the busiest in Rensselaer County and runs very efficiently and without turmoil as a result William Dikant's calm demeanor and unfaltering concern for those who seek justice from the court, and

WHEREAS, our Court Officer has often received the praise of attorneys and defendants alike for his fairness and consideration to all involved in the judicial process, and

WHEREAS, William Dikant has additionally served Schodack as a lifetime member of the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., and has worked tirelessly to provide emergency medical care to those in need, and

WHEREAS, William Dikant, through his association with Remove Intoxicated Drivers (RID), often shares his insight into how drinking and driving can tragically impact a family in order to better prepare students and their families to make the best choices for life, and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Town Board wishes to pause in its deliberations to thank William Dikant for a "job well done" and to wish him much health and happiness in his future pursuits - both on behalf of the Town of Schodack and personally.

Approve proposed timeline dated March 11, 2004 for Schodack Landing Sewer project.

Appropriate $10,000, subject to permissive referendum, to pay the cost of preparing a map, plan and report and other planning and preliminary actions for creation of a sewer district and construction of sewer facilities and services in Schodack Landing.

Authorize Clark Engineering to provide engineering services as described on Task Order 001, dated March 1, 2004, in an amount not to exceed $20,680.00.

Declare the Town Board of the Town of Schodack lead agency pursuant to State Environmental Quality Review Act for the proposed creation of a sewer district and construction of a sewer collection, treatment and disposal system to serve Schodack Landing.

Authorize Clark Engineering to initiate coordinated review and transmit Lead Agency Coordination letters pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act for the proposed creation of a sewer district and construction of a sewage collection, treatment and disposal system to serve Schodack Landing.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to schedule an informational meeting on Monday, April 5, 2004 at 7 p.m. at the Schodack Landing Firehouse concerning proposed creation of a sewer district and construction of sewage collection, treatment and disposal facilities in Schodack Landing.

Authorize Bagdon Environmental to prepare a preliminary wetland permit application analysis and letter report for the proposed Schodack Landing wastewater treatment facility site and pipeline corridors in accordance with the Bagdon proposal dated March 10, 2004 at a cost not to exceed $1,500.00.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to negotiate with Small Cities concerning funding status of Schodack Landing sewer project.

DEFEATED: Appoint William Kayser to the position of Director of Transfer Station effective April 1, 2004, at the annual salary as set forth in 2004 adopted budget.

WITHDRAWN: Transfer reserve funds in the amount of $278,000 from the General Fund to A889. Building Reserve Fund.

Appoint Michael D. Miller to the vacant full-time position of police officer for the Town of Schodack Police Department. Said appointment to be effective March 16, 2004 at the prorated annual salary of $35,475.00.00, pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.

Authorize the Town Clerk to publish legal notice of public hearing to seek comment on Proposed Local Law One of 2004 (P1-2004) to impose a one hundred eighty (180) day moratorium on acceptance of adult use and adult entertainment applications and approvals by the Town of Schodack, New York with hearing to be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at the Schodack Town Hall at 7 pm.

Authorize Angelo DeFrancesco to attend the one day seminar for OSHA compliance and work place safety training on March 12, 2004 with appropriate expenses ($199) to be borne by the town.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to sign contracts with Koester and Associates for $1,340 for provision of yearly operational inspection and preventive maintenance of the lifts at Sewer District # 2 and #6.

Full-time employees (non-union), shall be given the holiday Monday, July 5th 2004 for Independence Day rather than July 4, 2004 (Sunday)Appoint Gene Paul Martel as Animal Control Officer for the calendar year 2004 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Adopt addendum to Town Policy for Safe Backing [excerpts from New York State Commercial Driver's Manual] and Vehicle Accident Reporting [St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company] as follows:

As a result of limited visibility behind a vehicle, backing is always dangerous. Avoid backing whenever possible. Most importantly, never back without a spotter when one is available. When parking, try to park to be able to pull forward when leaving. When a vehicle must be backed, here are a few simple safety rules to follow:

Look at the vehicle path
Back slowly
Back and turn toward the driver's side whenever possible
Always use a helper when available

The above rules are discussed below:

Look at the vehicle Path. Look at the line of travel before beginning to back. Get out and walk around the vehicle. Check clearance to the sides and overhead in and near the path the vehicle will take.

Back Slowly. Always back as slow as possible. Use the lowest reverse gear in order to more easily correct any steering errors and stop quickly if necessary.

Back and Turn Toward Driver's Side. Back to the driver's side so to see well. Backing toward the ride side or blind side is very dangerous because this cannot be seen well, if at all. When backing back and turning toward the driver's side, a driver, can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window. Use driver-side backing - - even if it means going around the block to put the vehicle in this position. The added safety is worth it.

Use a Helper. A helper must be used when one is available. There are blind spots a driver, cannot see. That is why a helper is important. The helper should stand near the back of the vehicle where they can be visualized at all times. Work out a set of hand signals both understand before beginning backing. Most importantly, agree on a signal for "stop."

Back Slowly. This will allow the driver to make corrections before too far off course.

Use the Mirrors. The mirrors will allow the driver to see whether the trailer is drifting to one side or the other.

Correct drift immediately. As soon as the trailer is visualized getting off the proper path, correct it by turning the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.

Pull forward. When backing a trailer, make pull-ups to re-position vehicle as needed.

The above rules constitute the Town of Schodack Backing Policy and are outlined in the New York State Commercial Drivers Manual. Backing without spotters must be avoided at all times. Spotters greatly decrease the likeliness of a backing incident or accident. Further, the likeliness of personnel injury or equipment loss will greatly be reduced through this policy.

Working together and safely makes the work environment safe for all.

The following is not inclusive of every condition or situation present at an accident scene. However, is intended as standard procedure for Town of Schodack vehicle operators.

If Involved in an Accident:

Stop at Once! If uninjured, get out of the vehicle to check for personal injuries of others involved in the accident. Do not leave the scene. Ask bystanders to assist with the scene until emergency personnel arrive.
Contact Department Head, Town Supervisor or Department. Make location clear to contact person. Inform them of conditions at the scene. Identify numbers of injured, severity of injuries and any hazardous conditions. Contact person will contact emergency personnel.
Secure the Assistance of Police. Contact the New York State Police Barracks at 477-9333. In the event State Police are unavailable contact the Town of Schodack Police Barracks at 477-7973. Record the name and badge number of police personnel on the appropriate line on the accident report located in vehicle operator's documentation folder.
Protect the Scene. Set out emergency road flares or triangles to warn other motorists and to prevent further injury or damage.
Record the names and addresses of all witnesses and occupants of involved vehicles. Record vehicle license numbers. Do not rely on the police report.
Do Not Argue! Make no statement except to the proper authorities.
Accident Reporting. Department head or their designated representative is responsible for reporting accidents to the Town Clerk who will in turn report the accident to Town's insurance carrier.
NOTE: If employee received a moving violation AND someone was taken for medical treatment OR any vehicle was towed from the scene, employee MAY need a DOT drug test and a DOT alcohol test. If there are any fatalities, employee MUST be tested for both drug and alcohol even it no citations were issued to you.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract with Marvin and Company, P.C. to conduct audit of financial statement of the Town of Schodack for the year ending December 31, 2003 in the amount of $10,490.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute the June 2003 contract and easements by and between Water District #1, Servidone Water Extension, R.M. Lill, Inc. and the Town of Schodack in the amount of One Dollar ($1).

Authorize Sharon Martin to attend two required training courses at Manfred Real Estate Learning Center. The first course is R1, Introduction to Real Estate Appraisal, scheduled for April 21, 22, 28 and 29. The second course R2, Valuation Principles and Procedures, May 13, 14, 20 and 21. The expenses of $325.00 per course, plus $43.30 used book purchase for a total expenditure of $693.30.

WITHDRAWN: Pursuant to Town Law §150 appoint Councilman Kenneth Stinner, Councilman K. Michael Ziegler and Richard Sleasman as Police Commission.

Adopt and approve that the following schedule for Building Department fees for Year 2004 pursuant to §90-10 of Town Code:

Authorize Supervisor Secor sign contract with PSI to conduct asbestos survey of former Police Station for an expenditure not to exceed $1,411.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contract with New York State Department of Transportation on behalf of Water District # 1 for expansion of District and provision of Water.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT
FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2004
Description		Per Sq. Ft.
1. One & Two Family, all work ( Occupied Space ) (Additional fee-as required below)		.10
2. Multiple family, all work plus # 3 & # 11	.16
3. Attached Garage	.06
4. Internal Renovations One & Two Family	.08
5. Dormers, Additions	.10
6. Residential Garage ( No C.O. )	.06
7. Barns, Sheds, Accessory Structures ( No C.O. )	.06
8. Decks, Patios ( No C.O. )	.06
9. Swimming Pools ( No C. O. ) 9a. Above Ground Pools - Fence Included 9b. Inground Pools - Fence Included	25.00 35.00
10. Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning - each	25.00
11. Fireplace or Chimney added during construction	25.00
12. Fireplace, Chimney, or Woodstove existing house	35.00
13. Inspection of Solid Fuel Appliance ( No C.O. )	35.00
14. Sanitary Sewer Connection ( Sewer Districts )	35.00
15. Site Development Permits ( 3 lots or less )	35.00
16. Site Development Permit ( Over 3 lots up to 10 )	75.00
17. Foundation Permit - plus total cost of permit	25.00
18. Sign permit	45.00
18a. Replacement or repairs to existing signs (A separate sign permit is required for each sign)	15.00
18. Trailer permit for construction, site trailer for one year a. Electrical inspection required b. Health Dept. approval necessary if facilities are provided	35.00
19. Residential in ground fuel tanks	35.00
20. Alterations & Renovations Such as but not limited to: a. Replacement of roofing b. Installation or replacement of siding c. Foundation repairs, etc. d. Replacement of windows and roofs	10.00
20a. Required for Permit a. Completed application b. Insurance Certificate c. Written disposal plan of debris d. List of materials being used e. Need to know what is being taking off f. Contact the BUILDING DEPT. - when the job is complete (477-7940) for a final inspection
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS
21. Commercial/Industrial Buildings up to 1,000 sq. ft. in floor area 1001 sq. ft. to 3,000 sq. ft. + $ 250.00 + $ 5.00 per 100 sq. ft. 3001 sq. ft. to 5,000 sq. ft. + $ 350.00 + $ 4.00 per 100 sq. ft. Over 5, 000 sq. ft. $ 450.00 + $ 3.00 per 100 sq. ft. Plus Certificate of Occupancy If a third party Inspector is used for construction Inspection reduce fees over $15,000 by one quarter. Third party fees are not included in these fees. An agreement must be done between the three parties before a permit is issued.	200.00
22. Minimum Commercial Permit	50.00
23. Commercial open building for storage or shelter	.12 sq.ft.
24. Commercial Renovations	.20 sq.ft.
25. Site Development Permit - Commercial	75.00
26. Fuel storage tanks - Above ground first, each additional Below ground first tank Each additional tank	100.00 200.00 50.00
27. Removal of underground tanks - First removed Additional tanks - each tank	50.00 15.00
28. Commercial Re- Roofing Permit Required for permit a. Complete application b. Insurance Certificate c. Disposal debris plan in writing d. List of materials being used e. Need to know what is being removed	50.00 15.00
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY AND USE FEE
a. Residential renovations - per unit	-0-
b. Dormers & Additions	-0-
c. Residential - New Homes	-0-
d. Commercial Occupancy	100.00
e. Industrial Occupancy	150.00
f. Residential - Temporary Certificate of Occupancy - 3 months	15.00
g. Certificate of Compliance (visual - no permit ) Per dwelling unit ( 2 visual ) Over 3 units ( each unit ) Commercial ( 2 visits ) Each additional visit	50.00 25.00 100.00 50.00
h. Building plans review without permit (Per hour ) Minimum Charge	20.00 60.00
i. Additional inspections, each over the number given on the Building permit, payable before Certificate of Occupancy is issued	20.00
j. Demolition Permit Required for permit a. Application filled out b. Insurance Certificate c. Disposal plan of debris in writing d. Proof of building not being historical	25.00
k. Fence permit - Per Schodack Code - Section 219-27 & 219-39	10.00
l. Driveway permit - Per Schodack Code - Chapter 112	10.00
m. Renewal of permits ( over 1 year old ) 25% of whatever the fee would be charges for a new permit MINIMUM RENEWAL FEE $ 10.00

Deleted for consideration prior to Board Meeting: Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute Waiver and Release Agreement with Schodack Professional Group and authorize refund of $90,944.63 as agreed to by the Town Board on December 29, 2003.

Authorize Director of Environmental Services to purchase a roll-off from Wastequip Con Fab for use at the transfer station in an amount not to exceed $3,913 and to authorize the Director to pick up the roll-off to avoid freight charges.

Authorize Town Clerk to Publish Legal Notice to bid for Dump Truck/ Plow/Sander Combination . Bids to be opened on March 8, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the Schodack Town Hall.

Pursuant to the recommendations of the Comptroller and the Town Supervisor, all vouchers must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. the Friday preceding each Town Board meeting. Vouchers received after the deadline will be processed at the next Town Board meeting.

2004-073) WITHDRAWN: Adopt addendum to Town Policy to address Harassment Policy as follows:

"Harassment Policy
The Town of Schodack is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace that promotes diversity and is free from discrimination. Various laws also prohibit certain forms of discrimination. The Town benefits by encouraging all employees to value and respect each other and maintain an environment supportive of individual differences, where each of us can participate and contribute free from discrimination. This consideration should also be extended to Town residents.
Non-Discrimination
We will make all employment and other decisions without discriminating on the basis of age, color, citizenship, disability, disabled veteran status, gender, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, military service or status or Vietnam-era veteran status.
Discrimination will not occur regarding terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, job benefits, compensation, training, performance appraisals, upgrading and promotional opportunities, assignment transfer, leaves of absence, layoffs, returns from layoffs, providing work-related assistance or information, access to or participation in social and recreational programs, use of town equipment or facilities, disciplinary action and termination of employment.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity Efforts
We will fully support programs that encourage qualified individuals to seek equal employment opportunities or business relationships with the Town.
Harassment
The Town is committed to providing a harassment-free work environment. Harassing behavior demeans others, threatens productivity, can adversely affect the Town's reputation and may violate the law.
Harassment
All Town employees must not engage in any behavior that ridicules, belittles, intimidates, threatens or otherwise demeans co-workers or others associated with the Town, including contractors, customers, suppliers, employment applicants or other municipalities. The Town also will not tolerate harassment by any of the parties mentioned above against a Town employee.
Harassment can include making racist, sexist, or ethnic comments, jokes or gestures or hazing. The Town prohibits harassment based on a person's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason."

Authorize Supervisor Secor to sign appraisal contract with Upstate Appraisal Services to appraise three properties tax map # 189.-10-3.11/2, 3201.-2-39./1, 200.-7-55.2, for an expenditure not to exceed $600.

Authorize Supervisor Secor as the voting delegate for the Town of Schodack at the Annual Association of Town Meeting.

Authorize Town Clerk to Publish Legal Notice to bid for necessary repairs to the Police building roof. Bids to be opened on March 8, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at the Schodack Town Hall.

Authorize Town Clerk to Publish Legal Notice for Public Hearing for Sewer Districts #1, 2, 4, 5 and 7 relative to establishment of semi-annual rates, to be held on Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall.

Authorize payment to Jenkins Excavating for change order #2 issued by Clark Engineering in the amount of $4,900 in accordance with contract in Water District #1.

Appoint Hiscock & Barclay as special counsel to provide legal representation to the Town concerning notice of claim from Attorney General of the State of New York, relative to Erwin Passman.

Authorize the Town Clerk and deputies, on alternating days, to attend the annual New York State Town Clerk's Association Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY to be held on April 18 - April 21, 2004. Total conference cost for all attendees will be approximately $650, which includes registration, meals and transportation.

Approve the following applications under Town Code §147-5 and authorize the Town Clerk to issue the trailer renewals:

Name		Number of Units
Beberwyk, Mary Ann		1
Brehm, Ed & Stasia	1
Brehm, Edwin	1
King, Joseph	1
Cummings, Katherine	1
Clow, Robert	1
Freeman, Russell	1
Galib, George	1
Layman, Joyce & Kerry	1
Ovsanikow, Margaret	1
Rapin, John	1
VanDeWal, Bernice	1
Jets Truck & Autobody Works, Inc.	1
Rainbow Trailer Park	9

2004-083) WITHDRAWN: Authorize Supervisor Secor to sign contract with _______for survey of Town Highway Garage property in an amount not to exceed $______.

Appoint Warren Carner, Deputy Highway Superintendent, at the annual salary of $40,116.89, effective March 1, 2004.

Approve of the following list of election polling places in the Town of Schodack:

WHEREAS, on the twenty-fifth day of November of the year two-thousand three, SEAN P. CHESTER, a member of Boy Scout Troop 522, passed his District Board of Review to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank a boy can achieve in scouting; and

WHEREAS, SEAN, the son of Pamela and William Chester, is a senior at Columbia High School, a member of the Columbia Concert Band and Winds of Changes Blues Band, and has just recorded his third album;

WHEREAS, SEAN was also designated as the Columbia High School Student of the Month for his citizenship efforts and served as part of the Honor Guard for Governor George Pataki's inauguration on January 1, 2004;

WHEREAS, Sean placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to express his respect for the men and the ideals they fought and died for, as those ideals are instilled in every Scout;

WHEREAS, SEAN has been a volunteer at Four Doors Down, serves as an Assistant Sunday School Teacher, took third place in the Regional Science Olympiad and has participated in Junior Leadership training and will become a trainer to this Program;

WHEREAS, SEAN has earned 27 merit badges in his ten years of Boy Scouts, since starting as a Tiger Scout. Sean is a member of the Order of the Arrow and holds the position of Assistant Scout Master for Troop 522, as well as being the Troop's Assistant Chaplain;

WHEREAS, for his Eagle Project, SEAN designed, constructed and installed three reflection benches in the Schodack Town Park. Situated along the Moordnerkill, the stream that runs through the park, the benches are strategically placed so as to allow for the most advantageous and unimpaired view of the brook and surrounding vista to allow the community to enjoy a sense of peace and stillness;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Schodack commends and congratulates SEAN P. CHESTER upon his accomplishments in Scouting, and especially on his achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout, and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor forward a certified copy of this resolution suitably engrossed, to SEAN P. CHESTER.

The Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby resolves that it approves the Volunteer Ambulance Workers Service Award Program List of all 2003 active Volunteer Ambulance Workers of the Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Service as submitted by the said Ambulance.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute an agreement on behalf of the Town of Schodack and the Rensselaer County STOP DWI program for the calendar year 2004.

WITHDRAWN: Pursuant to Section 406 (3) of the Real Property Tax Law, authorize the Supervisor to negotiate with the Mayor of the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson concerning a written agreement to provide an exemption for real property owned by the Village {Tax Map Number 199.-5-1, 199.-7-13, 209.-9-1, 209.-9-2, 209.-9-3, 210.-1-1, 210.-3-1} as it is utilized for water treatment plant, water shed or reservoir including necessary connections and appurtenances.

Appoint Hiscock and Barclay as special counsel with respect to the development, financing and creation of a sewer system and sewer district to serve the Schodack Landing area.

Appoint Holden and Associates to perform an appraisal of three parcels in Schodack Landing {Tax Map Numbers 225.1-1-11, 225.1-1-9, 225.1-1-22} in an amount not to exceed $750.

Appoint Hiscock and Barclay as special counsel to propose revisions relative to the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of East Greenbush as it relates to Schodack Water Districts # 2A and 5 and Sewer District 6 for an amount not to exceed $3,500.

Pursuant to the Town Law §103 Article 8, Supervisor Secor Appoints Alice M. Platt as Budget Officer for 2004 at the salary approved in the year 2004 budget.

Pursuant to the Article III, Section 30 of the Town Law, the Tax Receiver hereby appoints Jane Drost as Deputy Tax Receiver. Hourly rate of $10.38 per hour as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budgets.

Appoint George Mesick to Board of Assessment Review for term to expire September 30, 2008.

Concur with the proposed changes relative to the speed limit and center turning lane on Route 20, as recommended by the New York State Department of Transportation, but also recommend that the New York State Department of Transportation review the possibility of a traffic signal on Route 20 and also consider widening Route 20 in the Shufelt, Lape and Schoolhouse Roads area.

Advertise and post the position of data collector to assist the Assessor in valuation of real property parcels.

Appoint Roland Ferris as data collector on a part-time basis at the hourly rate of $12 per hour.

Amend the income qualifications for the subject Real Property Tax Exemption per §467 of Real Property Tax Law and pursuant to Article 1, Sections 197-3, Senior Citizen Exemption and Article 5, Section 197-17, Disability Exemption of the Code of the Town of Schodack.

Regular meetings of the Town Board will generally, throughout the year 2004, be held at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month, at the Schodack Town Hall at 1777 Columbia Turnpike unless otherwise duly noticed, as follows:

Appoint Gene Paul Martel as Animal Control Officer for the calendar year 2004 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint Kenneth J. Holmes as Superintendent of Highways at the annual salary set forth in the Year 2004 and Year 2005, respective adopted budgets. Term to run concurrent with the term of Supervisor and expires December 31, 2005.

The Superintendent of Highways be empowered to spend up to $1500.00 per purchase without prior approval of the Town Board for implements and tools. It is recommended that the Superintendent review such purchases with the Supervisor or Comptroller if possible.

Authorize the Comptroller to pay accounts prior to Town Board approval only to avoid late charges or to take advantage of discounts for prompt payment.

Appoint Carmela Tempel Affirmative Action Coordinator for the calendar year 2004.

As the post of Deputy Supervisor was created by the Town Board during 2002, pursuant to §42 of the Town Law, Supervisor Secor appointed Kenneth W. Stinner Councilman as Deputy Supervisor on January 5, 2004;

Pursuant to the Article III, Section 29 (15) of the Town Law, Supervisor Secor hereby appoints Dawne M. Kelly, as Confidential Secretary to the Supervisor, at the annual salary of $24,637.38 as set forth in the Year 2004 and Year 2005 adopted budgets. Term to run concurrent with the term of the Supervisor and expires December 31, 2005.

Designate the following banks as depositories for all Town funds for the calendar year 2004: Key Bank, N.A., Fleet Bank, Evergreen Bank, TrustCo Bank of New York, MBIA, M&T Bank.

The office of the Town Clerk of Schodack shall be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday of each week at the Town Hall.

To comply with NYS Retirement System rules and regulations, the Town Board of the Town of Schodack hereby states that normal work hours for Town employees shall be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. unless covered by union contract or employee/Town contract.

Fees for licenses and permits issued by the Building Inspector be payable to and collected by the Building Department only instead of any other officer of the Town.

Pursuant to Chapter 32 Section 1, of the Code of the Town of Schodack, appoint Peter D. Schweigert, Douglas Isachsen, Gerard Bohley, Dale Goodall, Gary S. VanValkenburgh, Officer James Morgan and Sergeant Barry E. Secor to the Town of Schodack Fire Investigative Unit for the calendar year 2004.

Pursuant to the recommendation of the Comptroller and Town Supervisor, all vouchers must be submitted by 4 p.m. the Monday preceding each Town Board meeting. Vouchers received after the deadline will be processed at the next Town Board meeting.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to execute the 2004 contract by and between the Hudson-Mohawk Humane Society and the Town of Schodack in the amount of $4,000 pursuant to the 2004 adopted budget.

Supervisor Secor, being the Chief Fiscal Officer or the officer having custody of monies of the said Town of Schodack, has the authority to temporarily deposit or invest monies of the said Town of Schodack, not required for immediate expenditures, except proceeds of loans and monies the investment of which otherwise is provided by law, in special time deposit accounts or certificates of deposit issued by a bank or trust company located and authorized to do business in this State; provided, however, that such time deposit accounts or certificates of deposit be secured by a pledge of obligations of the State of New York or obligation of any municipal corporation, school district or district of the State of New York as authorized pursuant to the provisions of Section II of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York. Investment may also be made in obligations of the State of New York subject to conditions set forth in Section II of the General Municipal Law.

Payment to those individuals serving on jury duty within the Town of Schodack at a rate of $8 per day.

Town Justices have the authority to hire a Court Stenographer for each jury trial, at a rate not to exceed $75 for a period defined as not more than 3.5 hours for each court appearance.

Annual Income		% of Assessed Valuation Exempt
$24,000.00 or less		50%
more than $24,000.00 but less than $25,000.00	45%
more than $25,000.00 but less than $26,000.00	40%
more than $26,000.00 but less than $27,000.00	35%
more than $27,000.00 but less than $27,900.00	30%
more than $27,900.00 but less than $28,800.00	25%
more than $28,800.00 but less than $29,700.00	20%
more than $29,700.00 but less than $30,600.00	15%
more than $30,600.00 but less than $31,500.00	10%
more than $31,500.00 but less than $32,400.00	5%

Appoint Schodack Justice Court staff as follows:

Trish Loomis, Court Clerk, at a salary of $32,210.32 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.
Mandy Edwards, Court Clerk, at a salary of $22,317.12 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget: and
Annamarie O'Neil, Assistant Court Clerk, at a salary of $9,844.33 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint Richard Pearce as a member of the Planning Board and as Vice Chairman at a salary of $1,236 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget. Term to expire December 31, 2010.

Appoint Bernhardt Peter as Chief of Police at the annual salary set forth in the Year 2004 and Year 2005 respective adopted budgets. Term to run concurrent with the Supervisor, expiring December 31, 2005.

Appoint John Pyrzenski as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals at a salary as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget. Term to expire December 31, 2008.

Appoint Elizabeth Gable, Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the calendar year 2004

Town officials and/or personnel authorized by resolution of the Town Board to attend the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of New York State shall be reimbursed for expenses under Section 77-b of the General Municipal Law up to an amount of $900. Such amount will reimburse all lodging, transportation, meals and registration expenses. Those so authorized may obtain an advance of expenses as provided in subsection 6 of Section 77-b. Receipts must be obtained for all applicable expenses.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to attend the educational seminars for the Association of Towns February 15-18, 2004 with appropriate expense to be borne by the Town.

Appoint Sheila Golden Director of Youth and Recreation for the calendar year 2004 at a salary of $8,346.80.

Authorize the following individuals for appointment to the Winter Youth Recreation Program, as recommended by the Director of Youth and Recreation:

Gymnastics - Barbara Matarese
Soccer - Joseph Gervais
Pitching Clinic - Wes VanOrt

Pursuant to Article 3 Section 30 of the Town Law, the Town Clerk hereby appoints Karen A. Vecchione Deputy Town Clerk. Term to run concurrent with the term of the Town Clerk and expires December 31, 2007. The annual salary for the year 2004 shall be $31,054.00 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint Donna Conlin as Registrar of Vital Statistics and Karen A. Vecchione as Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics pursuant to Section 4122 of the Public Health Law.

Pursuant to Schodack Town Law Section 60.5 the Records Advisory Board shall consist of five members, those being the Town Supervisor, the Town Historian, the Town Attorney, the Town Clerk and the Records Coordinator. Karen A. Vecchione is hereby appointed Records Coordinator.

The Chief of Police is empowered to spend up to $500 per purchase without prior approval of the Town Board for miscellaneous budgeted items, with a limit of $2,000 between Town Board meetings. It is recommended that the Chief review such purchases with the Supervisor and/or Comptroller prior to said action.

Appoint Angelo DeFrancesco to the position of Sewer/Water Manager for the Year 2004 at the annual salary of $41,500 pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint the following individuals to the Board of Ethics created by §27-7: Donna Conlin, Town Clerk, Father Thomas Krupa, Lois R. Phillips, Edward R. Swartz, and Janette Peter.

Election Inspectors and Poll Clerks be paid $8 per hour for Primary day and Election Day. Custodians (2) shall be paid $500 each annually. Rentals for election use be set at $50 per day per facility.

Appoint Diane Lebrecht as Secretary to the Highway Superintendent at a salary of $16,016 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Authorize Supervisor Secor to issue a Bond Anticipation Note in the amount of $164,791 dated January 30, 2004 as renewals for Castleton Sewer District #1 as follows: $7,800 for extension of the Sewer line to the North side of Maple Hill Road and $16,867 for the payment to the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson for the un-reimbursed capital cost of construction of the sewage treatment plant and for two Ford F-550 Trucks in the amount of $61,724 and one 2002 IHC Roll-Off Truck for the Transfer Station in the amount of $78,400.

Appoint Laura Palmer as Assistant to the Comptroller on a part-time basis of 15 hours per week at the hourly rate of $20.60, in an amount not to exceed $16,068 annually: for the Year 2004, pursuant to the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint Roland Ferris to the Rensselaer County Fire Advisory Board. Oath is to be taken at Rensselaer County Clerk's office. Term to expire December 31, 2004.

Approve contracts and authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contracts with Schodack-Castleton Public Library, East Greenbush Community Library, and Nassau Free Library as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Approve contracts and authorize Supervisor Secor to execute contracts with Castleton Volunteer Ambulance for $114,490 and Village of Nassau for $29,000 for provision of emergency medical services for 2004.

Abolish the position of purchasing agent and rescind Resolution 2003-226 to appoint Harleen Hilton to said position.

Ratify and reaffirm Transfer Station Rules and Regulations as adopted in Resolution 2003-255. View in archived resolutions

Authorize Spectra Engineering to conduct drawdown and sampling of Town wells to evaluate hydrologic connection between wells and Moordnerkill, if any, in an amount not to exceed $16,550.00.

Appoint Terese Wolff-Burke, Esq as Attorney for the Zoning Board of Appeals for salary of $8,105.28 pursuant to the year 2004 adopted budget.

Appoint Lois R. Phillips, Esq., as Town Attorney for a term to run concurrent with the term of the Supervisor, at the annual salary set forth in the Year 2004 and Year 2005 respective adopted budgets.

Appoint Sharon Martin as Assistant to the Assessor at the annual salary of $29,719.94 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Civil Service requirements having been met, appoint Gary Ziegler as Building Inspector at the annual salary of $42,798.59 as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Withdraw request to be co-lead agency with NYSDEC for Haight Pit and Mine as previously adopted.

WITHDRAWN: "Appoint on a provisional basis Sharon Gardner to the temporary position of Secretary to the Director of Planning and Zoning at an annualized rate of $23,020, as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget. Said appointment to be effective January 13, 2004 through March 12, 2004."

Appoint William Dikant part-time Justice Court Officer for the calendar year 2004 at a salary as set forth in the Year 2004 adopted budget.

Whereas, we are the duly elected Town Board of the Town of Schodack, and
Whereas, we share a common bond and desire to serve the residents of Schodack to the best of our ability and in fairness, and
Whereas, our goal is to review issues with due diligence in a public forum and seeking input from the residents of the Town of Schodack, and
Whereas, we seek to resolve issues within our purview expeditiously, fairly and in a fiscally responsible manner,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that we pledge to work together for the common good of Town residents.

Pursuant to Article 1, Section 197-3 (Senior Citizen) and Article 5, Section 197-17 (Disability) of the Code of Town, the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish notice for a Public Hearing to amend the income qualifications for the subject Real Property Tax Exemption per §467 of Real Property Tax Law for the Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Exemption and the Disability Real Property Tax Exemption. Said hearing to be held on February 12, 2004, at 7:15 p.m. at the Schodack Town Hall.

Description		Per Sq. Ft.
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMITS (Minimum Building Permit Fee $ 15)
1. One & Two Family, all work ( Occupied Space ) (Additional fee-as required below)		.10
2. Multiple family, all work plus # 3 & # 11		.16
3. Attached Garage		.06
4. Internal Renovations One & Two Family		.08
5. Dormers, Additions		.10
6. Residential Garage ( No C.O. )		.06
7. Barns, Sheds, Accessory Structures ( No C.O. )		.06
8. Decks, Patios ( No C.O. )		.06
9. Swimming Pools ( No C. O. ) 9a. Above Ground Pools - Fence Included 9b. Inground Pools - Fence Included		25.00 35.00
10. Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning - each		25.00
11. Fireplace or Chimney added during construction		25.00
12. Fireplace, Chimney, or Woodstove existing house		35.00
13. Inspection of Solid Fuel Appliance ( No C.O. )		35.00
14. Sanitary Sewer Connection ( Sewer Districts )		35.00
15. Site Development Permits ( 3 lots or less )		35.00
16. Site Development Permit ( Over 3 lots up to 10 )		75.00
17. Foundation Permit - plus total cost of permit		25.00
18. Sign permit		45.00
18a. Replacement or repairs to existing signs (A separate sign permit is required for each sign)		15.00
18. Trailer permit for construction, site trailer for one year a. Electrical inspection required b. Health Dept. approval necessary if facilities are provided		35.00
19. Residential in ground fuel tanks		35.00
20. Alterations & Renovations Such as but not limited to: a. Replacement of roofing b. Installation or replacement of siding c. Foundation repairs, etc. d. Replacement of windows and roofs		10.00
20a. Required for Permit a. Completed application b. Insurance Certificate c. Written disposal plan of debris d. List of materials being used e. Need to know what is being taking off f. Contact the BUILDING DEPT. - when the job is complete (477-7940) for a final inspection
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS
21. Commercial/Industrial Buildings up to 1,000 sq. ft. in floor area 1001 sq. ft. to 3,000 sq. ft. + $ 250.00 + $ 5.00 per 100 sq. ft. 3001 sq. ft. to 5,000 sq. ft. + $ 350.00 + $ 4.00 per 100 sq. ft. Over 5, 000 sq. ft. $ 450.00 + $ 3.00 per 100 sq. ft. Plus Certificate of Occupancy If a third party Inspector is used for construction Inspection reduce fees over $15,000 by one quarter. Third party fees are not included in these fees. An agreement must be done between the three parties before a permit is issued.		200.00
22. Minimum Commercial Permit		50.00
23. Commercial open building for storage or shelter		.12 sq.ft.
24. Commercial Renovations		.20 sq.ft.
25. Site Development Permit - Commercial		75.00
26. Fuel storage tanks - Above ground first, each additional Below ground first tank Each additional tank		100.00 200.00 50.00
27. Removal of underground tanks - First removed Additional tanks - each tank		50.00 15.00
28. Commercial Re- Roofing Permit Required for permit a. Complete application b. Insurance Certificate c. Disposal debris plan in writing d. List of materials being used e. Need to know what is being removed		50.00 15.00
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY AND USE FEE
a. Residential renovations - per unit		-0-
b. Dormers & Additions		-0-
c. Residential - New Homes		-0-
d. Commercial Occupancy		100.00
e. Industrial Occupancy		150.00
f. Residential - Temporary Certificate of Occupancy - 3 months		15.00
g. Certificate of Compliance (visual - no permit ) Per dwelling unit ( 2 visual ) Over 3 units ( each unit ) Commercial ( 2 visits ) Each additional visit		50.00 25.00 100.00 50.00
h. Building plans review without permit (Per hour ) Minimum Charge		20.00 60.00
i. Additional inspections, each over the number given on the Building permit, payable before Certificate of Occupancy is issued		20.00
j. Demolition Permit Required for permit a. Application filled out b. Insurance Certificate c. Disposal plan of debris in writing d. Proof of building not being historical		25.00
k. Fence permit - Per Schodack Code - Section 219-27 & 219-39		10.00
l. Driveway permit - Per Schodack Code - Chapter 112		10.00
m. Renewal of permits ( over 1 year old ) 25% of whatever the fee would be charges for a new permit MINIMUM RENEWAL FEE $ 10.00