Michael Ragaini

The board meeting agenda included the approval of audited bills, the appointment of a new Code Enforcement Officer, and the passage of resolutions to establish a Parks and Recreation Capital Reserve Fund and a budget amendment for Fire Department grant money. Additionally, the meeting featured an update from Greene County Pride regarding an upcoming event at Elliott Park, provided time for trustee updates and public comment, and included an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The board meeting agenda included the approval of audited bills, a shared services agreement, and a new payment schedule for retiree health insurance. The board reviewed a job posting for the Water Filter Plant, received a presentation on Spring Rush 2026 plans from students, and heard updates from the Tree Council. Additionally, the agenda covered a discussion on a Juneteenth event at Dutchman's Landing, a review of the Rip Van Winkle sculpture, and consideration of an RFP for the Dutchman's Landing Galley.

The meeting included the acceptance of department and treasurer's reports for April 2026. Key agenda items included a discussion regarding a Fire Department Tag Day, approval for the signing of a CDBG grant agreement, and the passing of resolutions to apply for a Play NY grant and to establish the location for a bronze statue of Rip Van Winkle. Additionally, the meeting featured a presentation on the Summer Solstice and a discussion with Delaware Engineering regarding a change order for lead lines on Main Street.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting to conduct organizational business, including the nomination of a president and vice president, approval of committee appointments, and the retention of legal counsel. They also set the schedule for future regular board meetings, adopted procurement and investment policies, and established a standard workday for retirement reporting purposes. Furthermore, the Board accepted departmental and treasurer reports, awarded water and wastewater chemical bids, and set a public hearing date for the 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding the installation of EV chargers.

The agenda for the meeting includes a public hearing regarding a tax cap override, personnel decisions involving the re-hiring of a full-time police officer and accepting the resignation of a water plant assistant operator, authorization to apply for a Local Government Management Improvement Fund grant to codify village ordinances, a review of a request from the Thomas Cole House regarding pole banners, and an executive session to discuss personnel matters.