Town of Ramapo

The meeting included a Comprehensive Plan update and a public hearing regarding the Petition of Watchtower for draft comprehensive plan and zoning amendments. The Board accepted the Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement for the Northeast Ramapo Development Plan and scheduled a future public hearing. Additionally, the Board authorized several tax certiorari settlements, approved various easements and dedications for subdivision and site plan projects, and authorized engineering service agreements. Financial matters addressed included a budget amendment for DARE donations and authorization for retroactive Medicare Part B reimbursements. Police matters covered authorizations for various training sessions, and administrative actions included the approval of policy-making positions for financial disclosure and changes to the meeting schedule. Further, the Board accepted a bus service bid and authorized legal action against a property owner for code violations, while the Supervisor provided updates on the implementation of the CodeRED emergency notification system.

The board discussed and adopted several resolutions including the donation of surplus bulletproof vests to the Armor of God Project, the approval of an employee assistance program agreement with Nyack Hospital, and an amendment to a lease agreement with Faist Ambulance Corps regarding stormwater control. The board also authorized the settlement of a claim, the commencement of a third-party action related to park security, the retention of a firm for auditing services, and the acceptance of various bids for building materials, uniforms, and clothing. Additionally, the board established a Sanitation and Safety Committee, appointed its members, and made appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Police department accreditation requirements and the participation in a vest donation program were also reviewed.

The board addressed several key business items, including the appointment of a new Secretary to fill a vacancy caused by retirement. The directors also authorized the retention of Yarmus Engineering, P.C. for inspection and potential legal testimony regarding a construction dispute. Furthermore, the board approved a settlement offer from Allstate Insurance regarding a claim for damages to a light pole and fixture at Palisades Credit Union Park.

The board conducted its re-organizational meeting, which included the appointment of various town officers, deputies, and chairpersons for different boards and commissions. The board established new positions for assistant town attorney and office services aide, and approved salary schedules and mileage/meal reimbursement rates for employees. Additionally, the board designated official depositories, newspapers, radio stations, and broadcasters for the year. Various consultants were retained, including planning services, tax appraisers, computer support, environmental consultants, and bond counsel. The board also authorized the use of the supervisor's vehicle, settled a labor-related charge through a memorandum of understanding, and designated town board members as police commissioners.

The Board of Directors received a presentation from independent auditors regarding the audited financial statements for the previous fiscal year, noting an unmodified opinion and the absence of material weaknesses. The Board formally accepted the audited financial statements for the years ending 2020 and 2021. Additionally, the Board approved the renaming of the interior roadway at the stadium facility, previously known as Palisades Credit Union Park Drive, to Phil Tisi Way in recognition of his years of service to the Town of Ramapo.