Town of Wawarsing

The board addressed citizen concerns regarding heavy vehicle traffic, speeding, and road safety, specifically discussing potential weight limit signage and a requested four-way stop. A community initiative regarding the Colony Farm property was presented. Financial actions included a budget modification, payment of bills, and authorization of payments to contractors for airport projects. Additionally, the board approved a seasonal staffing appointment for a camp facility.

The board discussed a variety of operational and developmental topics, including the installation of a new park sign, an application for a Green Innovation Grant for cellular water meters to improve utility monitoring, and the authorization of playground equipment funding. Additionally, the board approved software service agreements for the planning and building departments, discussed airport maintenance and reconstruction projects, and reviewed preparations for upcoming local anniversary festivities and fireworks events. Updates were also provided on municipal assessment roles and personnel appointments.

The committee discussed updates on the rail trail, including the installation of bike racks and the application for the New York plays grant. Topics also included the status of an ongoing tourism survey, the selection of a new consultant following an RFP process, and maintenance at various parks. The committee reviewed the progress of signage projects and considered future plans for updating park signage, including potential additions to Bob Mangles Botanical Gardens and Burm Road Park. Participants also noted the active use of pickleball lines at Burm Road Park.

The board discussed several topics, including an overnight camping trip proposal, a proposed solar site plan, grant applications, and community garden initiatives. The board entered an executive session regarding contractual and litigation matters. Major actions included approving a $5,315,396 bond for pool renovations at the Ellenville Central School, authorizing the closure of town offices for Juneteenth, and executing collective bargaining agreements with various unions. The board also approved audited bills, monthly department reports, renewal of flood insurance for the Napanoch Sewer Plant, and payment for airport runway rehabilitation design. Furthermore, the board authorized travel for multiple municipal employees to attend professional development seminars and resolved tax assessment review cases for Wakefern Food Corp, Wal-Mart, and Tractor Supply. Finally, the board finalized hiring for the Camp Shawangunk Summer Program.

The meeting included an update on the Somerset project and its application to the Planning Board, as well as a review of the BRICKS grant and long-term funding strategies. The Board approved a scout troop campout at Lippman Park, My Sister's Keeper's participation in a Juneteenth event, a field trip to Kartrite Resort, and the hiring of a new recreation attendant. Additionally, the Board amended a previous motion regarding a change in job title for a staff member, discussed a referral response from the Ulster County Planning Board regarding zoning amendments, and held an executive session to discuss personnel matters. A proposed motion regarding Recreation Department participation in a local block party was tabled for further discussion.