Red Hook public meetings in 2021

Conservation Advisory Council

The Red Hook Conservation Advisory Council met monthly throughout 2021, discussing and planning various initiatives. Key decisions included approving a $20,000 budget for the Recycling Yard for the next year, planning a Repair Cafe for MLK Day (January 15, 2022), and exploring a hazardous waste collection event. The council also discussed partnering with the OZone for organic waste collection and considered a grant for electric lawn equipment.

• Approved $20K budget for Recycling Yard for next year
• Planned Repair Cafe for MLK Day (Jan 15, 2022)
• Explored hazardous waste collection event with grant application
• Discussed partnering with OZone for organic waste collection
• Considered $10K grant for electric lawn equipment
• Approved rejoin NYSACC as members
• Approved minutes from September and October meetings
• Discussed Tesla charging stations at Hannaford (passed public hearing)

(1) Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed Local Law G-3 concerning short term rentals. The board will also consider a bond resolution for a highway dump truck and plow.

• Public hearing for proposed Local Law G-3 (Short Term Rentals)
• Bond Resolution for Highway Dump Truck / Plow

The Red Hook Town Board adopted Local Law No. 6 of 2021, establishing regulations for short-term rentals (STRs) and amending the Zoning Law. The board also adopted a SEQRA negative declaration, determining the law would have no significant environmental impact. Public comment was heard, with several speakers opposing the law's timing during the pandemic.

• Adopted Local Law No. 6 of 2021 regulating short-term rentals (4-0)
• Adopted SEQRA negative declaration for Local Law G-3 (4-0)
• Authorized up to $200,000 in serial bonds for a dump truck (4-0)

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on a fence installation and a lot line adjustment, continue discussing a restaurant parking lot, and review a new home construction application. The meeting is virtual only via Zoom.

• Public hearing: Rowlson-Hall Certificate of Appropriateness for Gothic picket fence at 41 Old Post Road
• Public hearing: Kelly-Greenspan lot line adjustment at 239 Starbarrack Road (conveying ±1.29 acres)
• Continued discussion: Savona's Restaurant site plan for 12-space parking lot at 7255 South Broadway
• New application: O'Donnell Certificate of Appropriateness for 8,200 sq ft home and 1,200 sq ft pool at 130 Woods Road

Water Board

The Red Hook Water District No. 1 board reviewed November 2021 monthly reports, including water production, well levels, and water quality tests. They discussed ongoing items such as required water testing, filter cartridge inventory, chlorine supply, work orders, well rehabilitation, pump control via pressure, and fence maintenance. The meeting was a work session, so no formal decisions were made.

• Water pumped: 87,000 gallons per day in November 2021
• Coliform: none detected; turbidity 0.43 NTU (below 1.0 required); chlorine residual 0.06 PPM (below 1.0 goal)
• Asbestos test due 12/31/2021; nitrate and POC/MTBE tests due 12/31/2021
• 10 replacement water meters received; customer contact info being sent to operator
• SB Church well rehabilitation completed, awaiting final report

The Red Hook Water District No. 1 board held a work session on December 16, 2021, reviewing November 2021 monthly reports and ongoing items. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the session was procedural, covering water quality, inventory, and maintenance updates.

• Reviewed November 2021 monthly reports (no action taken)
• Noted coliform not detected and turbidity at 0.43 NTU (below 1.0 required)
• Scheduled filter cartridge replacement for April 2022
• Requested Dan Valentine (Tighe & Bond) to prepare a spec for pump control via water pressure for Health Department submittal
• Planned to pour chlorine along fences to kill poison ivy, with repeat in Spring 2022

Ethics Board

The Red Hook Ethics Board will meet via Zoom to review the minutes from October 20, 2021. The board will also discuss scheduling annual ethics training for town employees and consider a new member recommendation.

• Review of formal complaint filed on 12/9/21
• Finalizing recommendations regarding a formal complaint for submission to Town Board
• Discussion of scheduling for Red Hook Town Employees Annual Training
• Ethics Board new member recommendation

The Red Hook Board of Ethics met via Zoom and approved the October 20, 2021 minutes. The board determined there is no reasonable cause to believe a violation occurred in Complaint 2021-2, and approved an amended Determination Letter for Complaint 2021-1. The next meeting was rescheduled to February 2, 2022.

• Approved October 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Determined no reasonable cause for violation in Complaint 2021-2 (4-0)
• Approved amended Determination Letter for Complaint 2021-1 (4-0)
• Rescheduled next meeting to February 2, 2022

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to discuss and hold a public hearing on Local Law G-1, a proposed law regulating short-term rentals. The board will also receive reports from the supervisor and clerk, and hear public comment. The agenda includes discussion of the rental law and correspondence, followed by adjournment.

• Public hearing at 7:35pm on Local Law G-1 (Proposed): Short Term Rentals
• Discussion of Local Law G-1 – Short Term Rentals
• Supervisor's report and Clerk's report
• Public comment period (15 minutes)
• Correspondence and adjournment

The Red Hook Town Board held a public hearing on a proposed short-term rental law (Local Law G-1) and heard extensive public comment. The board discussed amendments, including limiting hosted one-bedroom rentals to 210 days per year, and then voted unanimously to schedule a continued public hearing for December 22, 2021, to consider the amended Local Law G-3. No final decision on the rental law was made at this meeting.

• Accepted Supervisor's report for November 2021 (4-0)
• Accepted budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report for November 2021 (4-0)
• Opened public hearing on Local Law G-1 (short-term rentals) (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 86 scheduling continued public hearing for Local Law G-3 on Dec 22, 2021 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee voted 6-1 to send a draft letter to the Town Board regarding short-term rentals (STR), with Chris Klose opposed. The committee also discussed pandemic-related business challenges and assigned action items, including editing the letter and drafting a 'pandemic plea' to the Town Board.

• Approved sending STR letter to Town Board (6-1)
• Approved minutes of 12-01-2021 (unanimous)
• Assigned ES to edit draft letter for final review
• Assigned CK to draft 'pandemic plea' to Town Board

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a ground-mounted solar system at 245 Woods Road and an area variance to permit six units at 30 Blue Echo Road. The Board also discussed increasing applicant escrow deposits from $500 to $750.

• Variance granted for medium solar energy system at 245 Woods Road
• Variance granted to allow a six-unit building at 30 Blue Echo Road
• Resolution adopted to uphold the Zoning Enforcement Officer's determination regarding 30 Blue Echo Road
• Discussion of increasing ZBA escrow deposits from $500.00 to $750.00

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals granted an area variance to Jane Levi for a six-unit apartment building at 30 Blue Echo Road, legalizing three units that were built in violation of a 1984 permit. The board also granted a variance to Eversleigh, LLC for a ground-mounted solar array in the front yard at 245 Woods Road. Both approvals are contingent on payment of fees and Planning Board approvals.

• Granted area variance for 6-unit building at 30 Blue Echo Road (4-0)
• Granted area variance for solar array at 245 Woods Road (4-0)
• Adopted resolution upholding ZEO's Notice of Violation for 30 Blue Echo Road (4-0)
• Approved November 10, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, chair abstained)
• Tabled discussion on increasing escrow deposit from $500 to $750

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two applications: one for an area variance to install a ground-mounted solar system in a front yard, and another to remedy a notice of violation for an apartment building with more units than permitted. The board will also review a previous decision regarding an interpretation of a building permit. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19.

• ZBA 21-06: Review of interpretation regarding Building Permit #4-84, 30 Blue Echo Road, R1.5 district
• ZBA 21-07: Area variance for ground-mounted solar system at 245 Woods Road, LD, HL-O, SC-O districts
• ZBA 21-08: Area variance to remedy violation for six-unit apartment at 30 Blue Echo Road
• Public comments due by noon November 10, 2021

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The Red Hook LWRP Advisory Committee met to discuss examples of Harbor Management Plans and possible projects for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. They agreed to study Alexandria Bay's plan and explore ideas like a bird viewing platform, trails, and improved parking. No formal decisions were made; the group will continue investigating options at a future meeting.

• Discussed Alexandria Bay's Harbor Management Plan as a model
• Proposed bird and wildlife viewing platform
• Considered additional trails, field guides, and improved DEC trailhead parking
• Noted railroad tracks and adjacent areas are privately owned
• Emphasized protecting views from historic estates

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review several applications, including a special use permit for a connector near a wetland, a fence certificate of appropriateness, a commercial parking lot, and a lot line adjustment. The board will also review a proposed local law on short-term rentals. The meeting is virtual only via Zoom.

• Public hearing: Bear special use permit for 190 sq ft connector near DEC wetland at 398 Spring Lake Road
• Rowlson-Hall certificate of appropriateness for Gothic picket fence at 41 Old Post Road
• Savona's Restaurant site plan for 12-space parking lot at 7255 South Broadway
• Kelly-Greenspan lot line adjustment transferring 1.29 acres at 239 Starbarrack Road
• Review of proposed Local Law G-1, 2021 on short-term rentals

The Planning Board approved a special permit for a 190-square-foot connector between a dwelling and garage at 398 Spring Lake Road, subject to conditions including silt fence maintenance and rain barrel installation. The board also classified several projects under SEQR, scheduled public hearings for a fence and a parking lot, and discussed a proposed short-term rental law.

• Approved special permit for Bear garage connector at 398 Spring Lake Road with conditions A-F.
• Classified Bear garage connector as Type II under SEQR.
• Classified Rowlson-Hall fence at 41 Old Post Road as Type II under SEQR; public hearing set for Dec 20, 2021.
• Classified Savona's parking lot at 7255 South Broadway as Unlisted under SEQR; public hearing set for Jan 3, 2021.
• Classified Kelly-Greenspan lot line adjustment at 239 Starbarrack Road as Type II under SEQR; public hearing set for Dec 20, 2021.
• Declared proposed Local Law G-1 (short-term rentals) consistent with LWRP.
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021 meeting.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes from its November 17, 2021 meeting. Members discussed a draft letter to the Town Board regarding grandfathering short-term rentals (STRs) and other items, with Chair Dousharm tasked to draft a memo for further discussion at the next meeting. No final decision was made on the STR letter. The committee also heard announcements about upcoming sewer construction and a water line installation linking properties on Route 9.

• Approved the minutes of the 11-17-2021 meeting unanimously
• Discussed the STR letter to the Town Board; no vote taken
• Action item: Chair Dousharm to draft a memo on STR items for next meeting
• Noted sewer construction to start mid-December
• Noted water line installation between Ross and Baright properties

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to consider a revised short-term rental local law (G-1) and schedule a continued public hearing. The board will also review a revised Community Development Block Grant application and receive reports from various boards, departments, and committees.

• Public hearing at 7:35pm on proposed Local Law G: Short Term Rentals
• Resolution to amend Local Law G and set date for continued hearing on revised Local Law G-1
• Community Development Block Grant Program – revised application
• Reports from Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Police, Highway, and other departments

The Town Board voted 4-0 (with one abstention) to amend the proposed short-term rental law, now called Local Law G-1, and schedule a continued public hearing for December 14, 2021. The board also approved a $100,000 grant application for ADA improvements to St. Margaret's. The meeting included a public hearing on the original law, with many residents speaking for and against it.

• Adopted Resolution 84: Amended Local Law G (short-term rentals) into Local Law G-1 and set a continued public hearing for December 14, 2021 (4 ayes, 1 abstention).
• Adopted Resolution 85: Authorized submission of a $100,000 Dutchess County Community Development Block Grant application for ADA improvements to St. Margaret's (5 ayes).
• Opened and closed the public hearing on Local Law G (Proposed) of 2021 (5 ayes).
• Moved to executive session for collective bargaining negotiations (5 ayes).
• Exited executive session at 11:46 p.m. (5 ayes).
• Closed the meeting (5 ayes).

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The committee reviewed public outreach results, including map corrections and survey responses. Members discussed incorporating Scenic Hudson’s Hudson River Access Plan into Section 2 of the document. The group also addressed future discussions regarding policies and harbor management plans.

• Correction of maps and text regarding the Poets’ Walk parcel pedestrian railroad
• Decision to include sentences about the Hudson River Access Plan in Section 2
• Discussion on coordinating with the Village of Tivoli LWRP update group
• Plan to review harbor management plans from other municipalities

(2) Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue discussions on subdivision amendments for Sky Park and a hangar replacement at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum. New applications include a restaurant parking lot, a fence installation, and a connector near a wetland.

• Sky Park Amended Subdivision (Lot #3 building envelope revision) at 438 Route 199
• Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum Site Plan for a new 3600-square foot hangar at 16 Norton Road
• Savona’s Restaurant Site Plan for a 12-space parking lot at 7255 South Broadway
• Rowlson-Hall Certificate of Appropriateness for a Gothic picket style fence at 41 Old Post Road
• Bear Special Use Permit for a 190 square foot connector at 398 Spring Lake Road

The Red Hook Planning Board approved two applications at its November 15, 2021 meeting. It approved a revision to the building envelope on Lot 3 of the Sky Park subdivision at 438 Route 199, and granted site plan approval for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum's hangar replacement at 16 Norton Road. The board also discussed a proposed short-term rental law and scheduled public hearings for two other applications.

• Approved Sky Park Lot 3 building envelope revision (5-0)
• Approved Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum hangar replacement site plan (5-0)
• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed Savona's Restaurant agenda item to December 6, 2021
• Postponed Rowlson-Hall Certificate of Appropriateness to December 6, 2021
• Scheduled public hearing for Bear Special Use Permit for December 6, 2021

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted an area variance to Steven Bear for a 190-square-foot enclosed walkway between his house and garage at 398 Spring Lake Road, which will increase building coverage from 11% to 11.7%, exceeding the 5% maximum in the Institutional Zone. The board also affirmed the ZEO's Notice of Violation against Jane Levi for constructing a six-unit apartment at 30 Blue Echo Road, exceeding the three units permitted by a 1984 building permit. Public hearings were scheduled for December 8, 2021, for a solar array variance at 245 Woods Road and for Levi's area variance application to remedy the violation.

• Granted area variance for 190 sq ft connector at 398 Spring Lake Road (3-0)
• Affirmed ZEO's Notice of Violation for six-unit building at 30 Blue Echo Road (3-0)
• Set public hearing for Dec 8 on solar array variance at 245 Woods Road (3-0)
• Set public hearing for Dec 8 on area variance to remedy violation at 30 Blue Echo Road (3-0)
• Approved Oct 13, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled July 14, 2021 minutes due to recusal

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding building coverage and unit count violations. The board will also review applications for solar energy installation and a connector addition.

• Public hearing for an area variance to build a 190 square foot connector at 398 Spring Lake Road
• Public hearing regarding a notice of violation for a six-unit apartment at 30 Blue Echo Road
• Review of an area variance for a ground-mounted solar energy system at 245 Woods Road
• Review of an area variance to remedy a building permit violation at 30 Blue Echo Road

The Red Hook ZBA granted an area variance to Steven Bear for a 190 sq ft connector between house and garage at 398 Spring Lake Road, exceeding the 5% building coverage limit in the Institutional Zone. The board affirmed ZEO Bob Fennell's Notice of Violation against Jane Levi for six units at 30 Blue Echo Road, where only three were permitted. Public hearings were scheduled for December 8 on a solar array at 245 Woods Road and Levi's variance application to remedy the violation.

• Granted area variance for 190 sq ft connector addition at 398 Spring Lake Road (unanimous)
• Affirmed ZEO's Notice of Violation for six-unit building at 30 Blue Echo Road (unanimous)
• Set Dec 8 public hearing for solar array variance at 245 Woods Road (unanimous)
• Set Dec 8 public hearing for area variance at 30 Blue Echo Road (unanimous)
• Classified solar array action as Type II under SEQR (unanimous)
• Approved Oct 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled July 14, 2021 minutes due to recusal

(1) Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program. The agenda also includes resolutions for generator agreements and ADA agreements.

• Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant
• Resolution authorizing generator agreements for Town Hall and Community Center
• Resolution authorizing St. Margaret’s ADA agreement
• Resolution authorizing extension of Dutchess County Purchasing IMA
• Discussion on Dog Control/Housing Agreements with DCSPCA

The Red Hook Town Board unanimously approved several resolutions, including agreements for generator installations, ADA improvements, and a Community Development Block Grant application. The board also advanced a proposed short-term rental law by scheduling a public hearing and making preliminary changes, such as reducing the rental day limit to 120 days.

• Rescheduled Nov 24 meeting to Nov 30 (5-0)
• Accepted Supervisor's report and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report (5-0)
• Approved generator agreement with Dutchess County ($50,000 grant) (5-0)
• Approved addendum to Community Center service agreement (5-0)
• Approved ADA improvements agreement at St. Margaret's ($47,136 grant) (5-0)
• Extended intermunicipal purchasing agreement with Dutchess County (5-0)
• Approved dog control agreement with SPCA, subject to revising veterinary costs (5-0)

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on the Hoffman Major Subdivision re-approval and a new hangar at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum. The board will also review new applications for the Sky Park subdivision and a plumbing office on South Broadway. Additionally, the board will consider extension requests for two previously approved permits and a letter regarding electric vehicle charging stations.

• Public hearing on Hoffman Major Subdivision re-approval for sections 6, 7, and 8
• Public hearing on Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum site plan to replace a 3,200 sq ft hangar with a 3,600 sq ft hangar at 16 Norton Road
• Presentation of Sky Park Amended Subdivision application for lot 3 building envelope revision at 438 Route 199
• Presentation of Red Hook Plumbing Site Plan application for change of use to a business office at 7361 South Broadway
• Review of extension requests for Gillian Ferguson Special Use Permit and Shafer’s Hudson Valley Site Plan

The Planning Board granted re-approval of Section Plats 6, 7, and 8 for the Tradition at Red Hook subdivision (formerly Hoffman TND), allowing the applicant to continue filing the plats with the Dutchess County Clerk. The board also held public hearings on a hangar replacement at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome and discussed a revised building envelope for Sky Park, but took no final action on those items. Two 180-day extensions were approved for previously permitted projects, and a letter on electric vehicle charging stations was sent to the Town Board.

• Approved re-approval of Section Plats 6, 7, 8 for Tradition at Red Hook (unanimous)
• Approved Type II SEQR resolution for Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome hangar replacement (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome hangar replacement; no final approval
• Opened public hearing for Hoffman subdivision re-approval; closed and approved (unanimous)
• Approved 180-day extension for Gillian Ferguson Special Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved 180-day extension for Shafer's Hudson Valley Site Plan and Special Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Town Board re: electric vehicle charging stations (unanimous)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board held a special budget meeting to review and adopt the 2022 preliminary budget. The board discussed budget highlights, including reduced rates to offset assessment increases, additional recycling funding, and ARPA allocations for municipal building improvements. A public hearing was held, and the board voted unanimously to adopt the budget, which came under the tax cap.

• Adopted 2022 preliminary budget under the tax cap
• Reduced rates to offset 4% increase in residential assessments
• Additional funding for recycling capabilities expansion
• Interior work planned for St. Margaret's
• Proposed lowering State Aid Mortgage Tax by $10,000 and Snow Removal – Salt by $10,000

The Red Hook Town Board held a preliminary budget meeting for 2022, reviewing the budget and hearing public comments. The board voted unanimously to close the public hearing and adopt the 2022 preliminary budget, which came under the tax cap. The budget includes reduced rates to offset assessment increases, funding for recycling expansion, interior work at St. Margaret's, and ARPA funds for municipal building improvements.

• Closed public hearing on 2022 preliminary budget (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 preliminary budget (5-0)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to consider several resolutions, including proposed local laws to opt out of cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption, and to authorize purchases for road services, materials, and ice control. They will also award contracts for water storage tank work and sidewalk snow clearing, and discuss a draft revision of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.

• Public hearing on Local Laws E & F (Cannabis Opt Out)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of road services & materials
• Resolution authorizing purchase of hot mix asphalt
• Resolution to award contract for water storage tank work
• Resolution to award snow clearing and ice control for sidewalks

The Town Board adopted Local Law E (Revised) to opt out of allowing on-site cannabis consumption establishments and Local Law F to opt out of allowing retail cannabis dispensaries, both outside any village. The board also approved several highway and water contracts, including a water tank inspection and snow removal services. The cannabis opt-out laws are subject to a permissive referendum.

• Adopted Local Law E (Revised) opting out of on-site cannabis consumption establishments (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law F opting out of retail cannabis dispensaries (5-0)
• Adopted SEQRA negative declarations for Local Laws E and F (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of road services and materials for 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of hot mix asphalt for 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of ice control abrasives for 2022 (5-0)
• Awarded water storage tank inspection contract to Underwater Solutions, Inc. for $21,375 (5-0)
• Awarded snow clearing and ice control contract to Frank Vosburgh & Sons (5-0)

Ethics Board

The Red Hook Town Ethics Board is meeting to review its September minutes, recommend a new board member, and discuss dates for the town employees' annual ethics training. The board will also enter executive session to review a formal complaint filed on 5/21/21 regarding possible proposed litigation. The meeting is routine administrative business with no public votes on policy or spending.

• Review of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recommendation for a new Ethics Board member
• Discussion of dates for town employees' annual ethics training
• Executive session to review formal complaint filed 5/21/21 regarding possible litigation
• Scheduling of next Ethics Board meeting

The Red Hook Board of Ethics met and approved the minutes from September 8, 2021. They discussed a new member application, which was forwarded to the Town Board, and agreed to schedule employee ethics training for early 2022. The board entered executive session to discuss Complaint 2021-1 and later approved the confidential findings, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded new member application to Town Board
• Scheduled employee ethics training for Feb/Mar 2022
• Approved confidential findings on Complaint 2021-1 (unanimous)

Tree Preservation Commission

The Red Hook Tree Preservation Commission approved corrections to prior minutes and discussed multiple projects. Six trees were ordered for Rec Park West, two diseased maples at Mill Road School are slated for removal with one replacement, and a town tree inventory update is planned for spring 2022. The commission also discussed a potential new planting site and a watering system purchase.

• Approved corrections to 9-21-21 minutes (motion by Friery, second by Cadorette)
• Ordered 6 trees for Rec Park West, delivery expected late Oct/early Nov
• Planned removal of 2 diseased maples at Mill Road School, 1 replacement ordered
• Decided to order bare root trees from Schichtel's nursery, combined with Village Green
• Scheduled tree inventory update for spring 2022 after leaf-out
• Discussed purchasing 65-gallon watering tank (~$200) from Agway
• Scheduled site assessment on Budd's Corners Road with property owner
• Noted budget discrepancy: $2500 line item missing, $6000 under highway

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on an amended site plan for eight electric vehicle charging stations at the Hannaford grocery store and a lot line alteration on Yantz Road. New business includes a subdivision re-approval for Hoffman, with discussions on Sky Park and Local Law E 2021.

• Hannaford/Tesla charging station – 8 EV stations, 35 Hannaford Drive
• Sieverding lot line alteration – 5.80 acres transfer, 251 Yantz Road
• Hoffman Major Subdivision – re-approval of sections 6, 7, 8
• Sky Park minor subdivision – pre-application discussion
• Local Law E 2021 – discussion

The Red Hook Planning Board approved an amended site plan for eight Tesla electric vehicle charging stations at the Hannaford grocery store at 35 Hannaford Drive, and approved a lot line alteration transferring 5.8 acres between two Sieverding parcels on Yantz Road. The board also set a public hearing for a subdivision re-approval and voted to send a letter to the Town Board opposing the opt-out of cannabis dispensaries.

• Approved amended site plan for 8 Tesla EV charging stations at Hannaford (4-0, Smythe absent)
• Approved Sieverding lot line alteration transferring 5.8 acres at 251 Yantz Road (4-0, Smythe absent)
• Set public hearing for Hoffman Major Subdivision re-approval for November 1
• Re-affirmed SEQRA Negative Declaration for Hoffman subdivision (March 16, 2015)
• Adopted resolution finding Local Laws E and F consistent with LWRP (5-0)
• Approved letter to Town Board opposing cannabis opt-out (5-0)

(1) Town Board

The Town Board held a budget workshop to review the 2022 Tentative Budget. The Board passed a resolution scheduling a public hearing for October 28, 2021, to discuss the preliminary budget.

• Public hearing for 2022 Preliminary Budget set for October 28, 2021
• Proposed Supervisor compensation: $32,575
• Proposed Town Clerk compensation: $58,798
• Proposed Highway Superintendent compensation: $69,054
• Proposed Town Board Member compensation: $9,145

The Town Board held a budget workshop and adopted Resolution No. 67, setting October 28, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. for a public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget. The resolution also set officer salaries for 2022, including $32,575 for Supervisor and $69,054 for Highway Superintendent. The vote was unanimous (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 67 setting Oct. 28, 2021 public hearing on 2022 preliminary budget (5-0)
• Set 2022 officer salaries: Supervisor $32,575, Town Board member $9,175 (corrected to $9,145), Town Clerk $58,798, Town Justice $18,806, Highway Superintendent $69,054

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote meeting to review two applications. The first is an area variance request to build a connector addition exceeding the allowed building coverage. The second is an interpretation request regarding a 1984 building permit and a notice of violation for an apartment building with more units than permitted.

• ZBA 21-05: Area variance for 190 sq ft connector addition at 398 Spring Lake Road; building coverage would be 11.7% vs 5% max in Institutional Zone
• ZBA 21-06: Interpretation of ZEO's Notice of Violation regarding Building Permit #4-84 (1984) for a three-unit apartment; six units were constructed at 30 Blue Echo Road
• Meeting held remotely via video conference due to COVID-19; recorded and transcribed
• Approval of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Next ZBA meeting scheduled for November 10, 2021; application deadline November 2, 2021

The Red Hook ZBA scheduled public hearings for November 10, 2021, on two applications: an area variance for a connector addition at 398 Spring Lake Road and an appeal of a zoning enforcement officer's notice of violation at 30 Blue Echo Road. Both actions were classified as Type II under SEQR. No final decisions were made on the applications.

• Set public hearing for ZBA 21-05 area variance (398 Spring Lake Road) for Nov 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Classified ZBA 21-05 as Type II under SEQR (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for ZBA 21-06 interpretation appeal (30 Blue Echo Road) for Nov 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Classified ZBA 21-06 as Type II under SEQR (unanimous)
• Approved Sept 8, 2021 draft minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee discussed whether to shift from a reactive advisory role to a more proactive one, including possibly hiring staff or creating an economic development authority. Members also considered new business outreach, seasonal decorations, and expanding a tractor event to include regional farms. The meeting was largely a discussion of goals and process, with no formal decisions or votes beyond approving the previous minutes.

• Discussed hiring staff or creating a staffed Economic Development Authority
• Considered a 'road map' for new businesses and small business events
• Proposed extending the tractor event to include regional farms
• Discussed seasonal village decorations and Chamber's role
• Sought a Tivoli representative to join the EDC

The Economic Development Committee approved its amended minutes from October 6, 2021, and held a wide-ranging discussion on its role and future goals. Members debated whether to be reactive or proactive, considered new business outreach efforts, and discussed long-term ideas such as hiring staff or creating an Economic Development Authority. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved amended minutes of 10-06-2021 (unanimous)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board meeting includes public hearings for Local Law D regarding microhydro facilities and Local Law E regarding a cannabis opt-out. The agenda also covers the Sawkill Trail project, water operator contract renewals, and a resolution for the Community Development Block Grant Program.

• Public Hearing: Local Law D — Microhydro Facilities
• Public Hearing: Local Law E — Cannabis Opt-Out
• Public Hearing: Sawkill Trail
• Water Operator Contract Renewal
• Resolution to Set Public Hearing - Community Development Block Grant Program

The Red Hook Town Board adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2021, which permits micro hydropower facilities in the Waterfront Conservation District subject to a special permit and site plan approval, and exempts them from the definition of a power plant. The board also approved resolutions to amend the proposed cannabis opt-out laws, splitting them into Local Law E (on-site consumption) and Local Law F (retail dispensaries), and scheduled continued public hearings for October 27, 2021. Additionally, the board accepted offers of cession for public access easements at Tradition at Red Hook, approved a negative declaration for the Saw Kill Trail Project, and authorized a memorandum of agreement with Winnakee Land Trust for the trail.

• Adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2021 allowing micro hydropower facilities in the Waterfront Conservation District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 56 amending Local Law E to opt out of on-site cannabis consumption establishments and scheduling continued hearing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 57 classifying Local Law F to opt out of retail cannabis dispensaries and scheduling public hearing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 58 accepting offers of cession for public access easements at Tradition at Red Hook (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 59 adopting a negative declaration for the Saw Kill Trail Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 60 determining the Saw Kill Trail Project is immune from town zoning laws (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 61 authorizing a memorandum of agreement with Winnakee Land Trust for the Saw Kill Trail (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 64 renewing the water system operator agreement with C3ND Environmental Consulting for 2022 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee discussed the impact of Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) reviews on cannabis legislation. Members reviewed survey results regarding business preferences for opting 'in' or 'out' of cannabis regulations and addressed the committee's role in advising the Town Board.

• Approval of amended minutes from 09-29-2021
• Discussion on cannabis dispensary and lounge regulations
• Review of business survey results regarding cannabis opt-in/opt-out status

The Economic Development Committee discussed cannabis policy, noting the Planning Board delayed action on the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) due to disagreement with Local Law E to opt out of cannabis. The committee's survey showed a business majority favoring opting in, and members expressed a slim consensus for dispensaries but against lounges. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved amended minutes of 09-29-2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed cannabis opt-in/out; no formal action taken
• Noted Planning Board will act on LWRP at 10/18 meeting
• Encouraged EDC members to participate in 10/12 Town Board meeting

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on two site plans: a pavilion for outdoor dining at Sabroso Mexican Restaurant on Albany Post Road, and eight electric vehicle charging stations at the Hannaford parking lot on Hannaford Drive. The board will also review new applications for a lot line alteration on Yantz Road and a hangar replacement at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum. Other business includes discussions on local waterfront plans and remaining section plats for the Traditions at Red Hook subdivision.

• Public hearing: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion for outdoor dining, 7909 Albany Post Road
• Public hearing: Hannaford/Tesla 8 EV charging stations, 35 Hannaford Drive
• New: Sieverding lot line alteration transferring 5.80 acres, 251 Yantz Road
• New: Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome hangar replacement (3,200 to 3,600 sq ft), 16 Norton Road
• Discussion: Traditions at Red Hook subdivision remaining section plats

The Planning Board granted conditional site plan approval for a 925-square-foot outdoor dining pavilion at Sabroso Mexican Restaurant (7909 Albany Post Road), with conditions addressing parking, lighting, and noise. The board also declared a Type II action under SEQR for the Sieverding lot line alteration, and accepted draft LWRP consistency determinations for the Sawkill Trail project and a micro hydropower local law. The Tesla charging station application at Hannaford was tabled pending county review and revised plans.

• Granted conditional site plan approval for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion (5-0)
• Declared Sieverding lot line alteration a Type II action under SEQR (5-0)
• Accepted draft LWRP consistency determination for Sawkill Trail project (5-0)
• Accepted draft LWRP consistency determination for micro hydropower local law (5-0)
• Tabled Hannaford/Tesla charging station application pending county review and revised plans
• Scheduled public hearing for Sieverding lot line alteration for October 18, 2021
• Scheduled public hearing for Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum hangar for November 1, 2021

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee discussed the Town Board's upcoming cannabis public hearing and short-term rental (STR) proposals, reviewing its stance on dispensaries and consumption sites. Members also planned to respond to the Board's three STR points and prepare for public hearings.

• Cannabis public hearing scheduled for October 12; EDC supports dispensaries (69-31) but is divided on consumption sites
• Town Board considering local law to opt out of cannabis dispensaries and consumption sites by 12/31
• STR proposal: allow un-hosted STRs in R-3 and R-5, adjoining ABD properties, but prohibit in R-1.0, R-1.5, and Hamlet districts
• EDC to send memo to Town Board responding to three STR points and watch PANDA videocast
• Committee minutes from June to date to be posted on Town website

The Economic Development Committee reviewed the Town Board's September 22 meeting, which set a cannabis public hearing for October 12 and moved to consider a local law opting out of dispensaries and consumption sites by year-end. The committee also discussed the Town Board's three points on short-term rentals, which would allow un-hosted STRs in R-3 and R-5 districts and prohibit them in R-1.0, R-1.5, and Hamlet districts. No formal decisions were made by the committee; the meeting was primarily discussion and planning.

• Approved amended minutes of 09-22-2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed Town Board's cannabis opt-out local law and October 12 public hearing
• Discussed Town Board's three points on short-term rentals, including allowing un-hosted STRs in R-3 and R-5 and prohibiting in R-1.0, R-1.5, and Hamlet districts
• Agreed to send complete set of approved minutes from June to date to Town for posting
• Planned to watch PANDA videocast of Town Board meeting and send memo responding to three STR points

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The Red Hook LWRP Advisory Committee met to plan public outreach for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan, including posting the document and maps online, distributing hard copies, and launching a Survey Monkey survey. They also discussed reviewing Section 3 policies and exploring a joint Harbor Management Plan with Tivoli. The NYS DOS has accepted responses on Sections 1 and 2 and map revisions, but is still reviewing local laws.

• Document and maps to be posted on Town website with survey hot link
• Three hard copies to be printed for Town Clerk's office and Red Hook and Tivoli libraries
• Presentation at Town Board meeting planned for late October
• Outreach to stakeholders including Bard College, UTS, Red Hook Boat Club
• Exploring joint Harbor Management Plan with Tivoli

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to discuss and hold public hearings on two proposed projects: a local law on microhydro facilities and the Sawkill Trail project. The board will also discuss NYS cannabis legislation and short-term rentals, and receive reports from various boards, departments, and committees.

• Public hearing on proposed Local Law D – Microhydro Facilities
• Public hearing on proposed Sawkill Trail Project
• Discussion on NYS Cannabis Legislation
• Discussion on Short Term Rentals
• Sawkill Trail Project SEQRA review

The Red Hook Town Board voted unanimously to schedule a public hearing on October 12, 2021, to consider a local law opting out of allowing retail cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments within the town (outside villages). The board also held open public hearings on a proposed micro-hydropower facility law and the Sawkill Trail project until the same date. The board approved the supervisor's and town clerk's reports and authorized the supervisor to begin negotiations on a specific real estate property.

• Scheduled public hearing for Oct. 12 on Local Law E to opt out of cannabis dispensaries and consumption sites (5-0)
• Held open public hearing on micro-hydropower facilities law until Oct. 12 (5-0)
• Held open public hearing on Sawkill Trail project until Oct. 12 (5-0)
• Approved supervisor's report and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved town clerk's report (5-0)
• Authorized supervisor to begin negotiations on a specific real estate property (5-0)

Tree Preservation Commission

The Red Hook Tree Preservation Commission held its regular monthly meeting, reviewing old business and planning new projects. They discussed a $2,300 tree order for Rec Park West, a $2,500 expenditure by the Garden Club for a shade tree and bench at a school, and a potential new tree planting at a Baxter farmhouse site. The meeting was routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Rec Park West: $2,300 for Schichtel's bare root tree order
• Old Dutch Village Garden Club approved $2,500 for one shade tree and a bench at a school
• Kentucky Coffee tree for Rec Park East, cost $1,200 from Augustine, paid by Ben's Pizzeria
• Baxter farmhouse site on Whaleback Road considered for tree planting
• Tree watering system discussed: 100-gallon tank for Hop Michael's truck

The Tree Preservation Commission approved the August 17, 2021 minutes with multiple corrections. They discussed several tree projects, including a plan for Rec Park West with about $2300 to spend, a tree removal at Mill Road School, and a $2500 expenditure by the Garden Club for a shade tree and bench. No formal votes were taken on these projects; they were discussed as ongoing business.

• Approved the August 17, 2021 minutes with corrections (motion by Hop Michael, seconded by Codie Hay).
• Discussed Rec Park West tree plan; about $2300 available for Schichtel's bare root order.
• Recommended removing a struggling maple at Mill Road School without replacement; Codie Hay to investigate.
• Noted Garden Club approved $2500 for one shade tree and a bench; proposal to be made to School Board.
• Discussed potential tree planting at Baxter farmhouse on Whaleback Road; chairman to contact authorities about set-backs.
• Discussed tree watering system; Doug Traudt to investigate a 100-gallon water tank for Hop Michael's truck.

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board approved several applications at its September 20, 2021 meeting. It granted site plan approval and a Certificate of Appropriateness to Bard College for a 313 sq ft addition to the President's House Library. The board also approved a special permit for an accessory apartment at 26 Old Route 199, a site plan for the Wandering Hound Farm Brewery, and a site plan for the O-Zone at Greig Farm. The public hearing for the Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion was kept open, and the board tabled a review of the Red Hook Micro Hydropower Facility.

• Approved Bard College's site plan and Certificate of Appropriateness for a 313 sq ft library addition.
• Approved David Mac Donald's special permit for an accessory apartment at 26 Old Route 199.
• Approved the Wandering Hound Farm Brewery's minor site plan for a production-only brewery at 41 Linden Farms Lane.
• Approved the O-Zone's site plan for a zero-waste sustainability center at 148 Pitcher Lane, with Lew Rose voting nay.
• Kept the public hearing open for the Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion application.
• Tabled the review of the Red Hook Micro Hydropower Facility until the next meeting.
• Adopted a SEQR Type II resolution for the Tesla EV charging station project at Hannaford.
• Decided to keep the Panorama Schoolhouse site plan as non-compliant regarding its ADA ramp.

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board is holding public hearings on five applications, including a pavilion at Sabroso Mexican Restaurant, an accessory apartment, a Bard College addition, and a small brewery. It will also discuss several ongoing site plans and receive new proposals for a solar array and an EV charging station. The meeting is in person with masks required, and also accessible via Zoom.

• Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan for outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road
• MacDonald special use permit for accessory apartment at 26 Old Route 199
• Bard College site plan for 200 sq ft addition to President's residence
• Wandering Hound Brewery minor site plan for production-only brewery at 41 Linden Farms Lane
• Hannaford/Tesla EV charging station amended site plan at 35 Hannaford Drive

Ethics Board

The Red Hook Town Ethics Board is meeting to review minutes from July 28, 2021, and to continue its review of a formal complaint filed on May 21, 2021, which may be discussed in executive session. The board will also schedule its next meeting.

• Review of July 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Continued review of formal complaint filed 5/21/21 (possible executive session)
• Scheduling of next Ethics Board meeting

The Red Hook Town Ethics Board met on September 8, 2021, and approved the minutes from the July 28 meeting. The board entered executive session to review formal complaint 2021-1, but no action was taken. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Approved July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Moved to executive session to review formal complaint 2021-1 (all in favor)
• Moved out of executive session, no action taken (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The ZBA adopted a new meeting duration policy limiting meetings to two and a half hours, effective September 8, 2021. It also consented to the Town Board's requests to act as lead agency for environmental review of a proposed micro hydropower facility and the Sawkill Trail project. Four appeals (21-02, 21-02A Kanuk Mighty Donuts, 21-03 Greig, 21-04 Snyder) were formally withdrawn by applicants. Approval of the July 14 draft minutes was postponed because a board member was absent.

• Adopted a meeting duration policy limiting meetings to two and a half hours
• Granted Town Board lead agency status for SEQR review of a micro hydropower facility in the Waterfront Conservation District
• Granted Town Board lead agency status for SEQR review of the Sawkill Trail project
• Noted formal withdrawal of ZBA appeals 21-02, 21-02A, 21-03, and 21-04 by applicants
• Postponed approval of July 14 draft minutes to the next meeting

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting with preliminary business, including approval of minutes and comments from the chair. The board will vote on SEQR lead agency requests for two projects: a proposed local law to allow micro hydropower facilities in the Waterfront Conservation District, and the Sawkill Trail project. The meeting is open to the public with mask requirements.

• Vote on SEQR lead agency for Local Law D (2021) to allow Micro Hydropower Facilities in Waterfront Conservation District
• Vote on SEQR lead agency for Sawkill Trail from Recreation Park West to Bard College Alumni Center on NYS 9G
• Sawkill Trail: approximately 11,558 feet long, 1.5 acres disturbed, includes acquisition of rights-of-way
• Town Board proposes to exempt itself from Site Plan approval for the trail
• Approval of July 14, 2021 draft minutes

(1) Town Board

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2021, extending the moratorium on permits for work within town highway rights-of-way until February 28, 2022, while the Highway Specifications are reviewed. The board also set a public hearing for September 22, 2021, on a proposed local law to regulate micro hydropower facilities, and rescheduled the Saw Kill Trail project hearing to the same date. Supervisor Robert McKeon was appointed as a marriage officer for the town.

• Adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2021 extending the road-opening permit moratorium to Feb. 28, 2022 (3-0)
• Set public hearing for Sept. 22, 2021 on Local Law D regarding micro hydropower facilities (3-0)
• Rescheduled Saw Kill Trail project public hearing to Sept. 22, 2021 at 7:45 p.m. (3-0)
• Appointed Supervisor Robert McKeon as Marriage Officer for term ending Dec. 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Classified micro hydropower zoning amendment as Type I action under SEQRA and declared lead agency (3-0)

(2) Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant and Mighty Donuts. The meeting also includes presentations for new applications regarding accessory apartments, a brewery, and a Bard College addition.

• Continued Public Hearing: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road
• Continued Public Hearing: Mighty Donuts shop at 7269 South Broadway
• Presentation: Accessory apartment application for 26 Old Route 199
• Presentation: Bard College residence addition and master plan update
• Presentation: Wandering Hound Brewery production site at 41 Linden Farms Lane

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The Advisory Committee reviewed updated maps for the Waterfront Revitalization Area Boundary and the Inventory and Analysis sections. Members identified several corrections to be made before the Town submits these sections to the Department of State.

• Review of revised draft maps for Section I (Boundary map) and Section II (Inventory and Analysis)
• Identification of corrections for the Section I and II narratives

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application from Norman Greig regarding a six-foot high green tarp fence. The application seeks an interpretation to remedy a violation issued on May 7, 2021, concerning whether the structure constitutes a prohibited 'Spite Fence' under Town Zoning Law.

• Interpretation request for a six-foot high green tarp fence at 144-150 Pitcher Lane
• Review of a May 7, 2021, violation regarding a fence installed without a building permit
• Discussion of Town of Red Hook Zoning Law Section 143-28 C regarding Spite Fences

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Town of Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for August 10, 2021, due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 8, 2021.

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application regarding a six-foot high green tarp fence at 144-150 Pitcher Lane. The board will also hold a public hearing for a proposed change of use at 3974 Route 9G to a retail operation.

• Interpretation request for a six-foot high green tarp fence at 144-150 Pitcher Lane
• Public hearing for non-conforming use conversion at 3974 Route 9G to a retail store selling beer, wine, and tobacco
• Review of July 14, 2021 Draft Minutes

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board's August 9, 2021 meeting covers routine administrative items: a resolution to seek bids for highway materials, a shared-services agreement with the Town of Clinton, and a discussion of well-rehab bid results. The board will also discuss the Traditions development phases 4 and 5, a SEQRA review for the Winnakee Trail project, short-term rentals, and recent marijuana legislation.

• Resolution to go to Public Bid – Highway Materials
• Resolution to Approve Shared Services w/ Town of Clinton
• Discussion Well Rehab Bid Results
• SEQRA – Winnakee Trail Project
• Discussion – Short Term Rentals

The Red Hook Town Board approved several resolutions, including accepting road and easement offers for Tradition at Red Hook Sections 4 and 5, authorizing a well rehabilitation contract, and setting public hearings for the Saw Kill Trail and a highway moratorium extension. The board also discussed short-term rental regulations and cannabis dispensary options without voting.

• Approved Supervisor's report and Highway Department requests including Bobcat Skid Steer purchase and increased clerk hours (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 43 to advertise for bids for highway materials and services for 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 44 authorizing intermunicipal agreement with Town of Clinton for shared highway services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 45 awarding $69,780 contract to Weston & Sampson CMR, Inc. d/b/a SB Church for well rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 46 accepting road and easement offers for Tradition at Red Hook Sections 4 and 5 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 47 classifying Saw Kill Trail as unlisted action and declaring Town Board lead agency (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 48 setting public hearing for Saw Kill Trail on September 14, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 49 setting public hearing for Local Law C extending highway moratorium to February 28, 2022 (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee discussed the Village's option to opt out of commercial and retail marijuana sales, with consensus to further consider the issue at the next meeting. They also agreed to convene a meeting with local businesses on August 31 to address challenges from the Delta variant. The committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of 07-28-2021 (unanimous)
• Consensus to further consider marijuana opt-out at next meeting
• Consensus to meet with businesses on August 31 at 3pm to identify needs

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes of its July 14 meeting. Members discussed village updates (sewer contracts signed, water valve repairs), the short-term rental ordinance pending before the Town Board, and Red Hook Responds' progress, including a planned mobile kitchen and the upcoming hiring of a paid executive director. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of 07-14-2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed short-term rental ordinance pending before Town Board; no action taken
• Noted sewer contracts signed; construction to start in fall
• Heard Red Hook Responds update: mobile kitchen approved by its board, $130,000 funded by donor grant
• Scheduled next meeting for August 4, 2021

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The Red Hook LWRP Advisory Committee met to address remaining state comments on Section 2 of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. They discussed mapping conserved lands, removing Saw Kill Watershed recommendations, and keeping references to the Scenic Roads Handbook and railroad fencing. They also planned an online public survey for outreach.

• Revised maps to reflect NYS Coastal Area Boundary change
• Asked Dutchess County Planning to create a conserved lands map
• Agreed to remove Saw Kill Watershed Community recommendations from document
• Will send Scenic Roads Handbook to DOS for review
• Approved using Survey Monkey or Constant Contact for public survey

Ethics Board

The Red Hook Town Ethics Board is meeting to review minutes, discuss annual training with the Town Board, and consider a formal complaint filed on May 22, 2021, which may be discussed in executive session. The board will also decide its meeting schedule, preferring bi-monthly meetings, and set the next meeting date.

• Review of formal complaint filed 5/22/21 (possible executive session)
• Discussion of annual training with Town Board and dates
• Decision on meeting schedule: monthly vs. bi-monthly (preferred)
• Review of July 8, 2021 minutes

The Red Hook Town Ethics Board approved its July 8 meeting minutes and set a quarterly public meeting schedule starting November 4, 2021. The board also discussed scheduling training with Town Attorney Christine Chale and following up on an open board position. No substantive decisions were made beyond procedural items.

• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adopted quarterly public meeting schedule starting November 4, 2021 (all in favor)
• Moved to executive session and returned with no action taken (all in favor)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved its June minutes and agreed to present a proposal to the Town Board supporting short-term rentals (STRs) in Red Hook, with regulation by permit. The committee will email the proposal and present it via Zoom at the Town Board meeting that evening. Members also discussed continuing weekly Zoom meetings and noted that village contractors are set to break ground in September.

• Approved minutes of 06-23-2021 (unanimous)
• Agreed to email EDC proposal and present via Zoom at Town Board meeting
• Consensus to support STRs in town and regulate by permit
• Decided to generate support letters by July 27 for Town Board meeting

(2) Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding applications for a pool house at 203 Barrytown Road, an outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road, and a new donut shop at 7269 South Broadway. The board will also consider an extension request for Preserves at Lakeskill.

• Continued hearing: pool house construction at 203 Barrytown Road
• Continued hearing: outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road
• Continued hearing: donut and coffee shop at 7269 South Broadway
• Extension request for Preserves at Lakeskill

The Planning Board closed the public hearing for the Mighty Donuts site plan at 7269 South Broadway and voted to classify the project as a Type II SEQR action, allowing it to proceed without further environmental review. The applicants agreed to update their application to reflect changes, including housing the diner in the existing building and withdrawing variance requests. The board also continued hearings for a pool house at 203 Barrytown Road and a restaurant pavilion, and granted a 90-day extension for the Preserves at Lakeskill project.

• Closed the Mighty Donuts public hearing and voted to change the project to a Type II SEQR action
• Granted a 90-day extension for the Preserves at Lakeskill project
• Continued the public hearing for the Mimeles and Dietz pool house to August 2
• Continued the Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan hearing to August 2
• Approved the June 7 and 21 draft meeting minutes

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board is meeting to continue public hearings on three applications: a pool house in Barrytown, an outdoor dining pavilion for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant, and a new donut and coffee shop. The board will also consider an extension request for the Preserves at Lakeskill and review prior meeting minutes.

• Continued hearing: Mimeles and Dietz Certificate of Appropriateness for 30x25-foot pool house at 203 Barrytown Road
• Continued hearing: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan for outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road
• Continued hearing: Mighty Donuts site plan for donut/coffee shop at 7269 South Broadway
• Extension request for Preserves at Lakeskill
• Review of minutes from June 7 and June 21 meetings

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings on two matters: an interpretation appeal over a six-foot green tarp fence at 144-150 Pitcher Lane, which the ZEO cited as a spite fence, and a request to change a former bowling alley at 3974 Route 9G to a retail beer and snack store. The board discussed possible compromises on the fence and will vote on a resolution at the next meeting.

• Public hearing on ZBA 21-03: Norman Greig's fence at 144-150 Pitcher Lane, cited as a spite fence under § 143-28 C
• Proposed compromise to keep a 60-foot fence segment along the Ozone parking area and remove the rest
• Public hearing on ZBA 21-04: Dave and Rose Snyder seek to convert former bowling alley to BEER World retail at 3974 Route 9G
• Snyder's sale contingent on change-of-use approval; taxes on parcel about $36,000 per year
• ZEO read § 143-125 D: non-conforming use lapses after 18 months of discontinuation

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on Norman Greig's application for an interpretation of a zoning violation regarding a six-foot green tarp fence surrounding a neighbor's property. The board heard testimony from both sides and discussed a possible compromise, but took no final action. The board directed the ZBA attorney to draft a resolution for a vote at the next meeting on August 11, 2021. The board also scheduled a public hearing for August 11 on Dave Snyder's application to change a non-conforming use from a bowling alley to a retail store.

• Opened and closed the public hearing for ZBA 21-03 (Greig spite fence interpretation) without a decision.
• Directed the ZBA attorney to draft a resolution on the Greig fence for a vote at the August 11, 2021 meeting.
• Scheduled a public hearing for August 11, 2021 on ZBA 21-04 (Snyder non-conforming use change).
• Approved the revised minutes of the June 9, 2021 meeting.
• Discussed a draft meeting length policy; clerk to draft for a vote at the next meeting.

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Norman Greig's application for an interpretation to remedy a violation regarding a six-foot green tarp fence installed without a permit, which the town says may be a spite fence. The board will also review Dave and Rose Snyder's request to convert a former bowling alley into a retail store selling beer, tobacco, and snacks, which requires approval as a change of non-conforming use. Both items are on the agenda for the July 14, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on Norman Greig's fence violation at 144-150 Pitcher Lane, Agricultural Business District
• Review of Snyder application to convert bowling alley to retail at 3974 Route 9G, RD3 District
• Approval of June 9, 2021 draft minutes
• Review of Planning Board minutes

The ZBA held a public hearing on Norman Greig's appeal of a violation notice for a six-foot green tarp fence surrounding a neighbor's property on three sides. The board discussed whether the fence qualifies as an agricultural fence or a spite fence, with public comment largely opposing the fence. No decision was made; the board asked the attorney to draft a resolution for a vote at the August 11, 2021 meeting. The board also scheduled a public hearing for August 11 on a separate application to change a non-conforming bowling alley to a retail beer and snack store.

• Approved revised minutes of the June 9, 2021 meeting.
• Opened and closed the public hearing for ZBA 21-03 (Greig spite fence appeal), with decision deferred to August 11, 2021.
• Scheduled a public hearing for August 11, 2021 for ZBA 21-04 (Snyder non-conforming use change to retail).
• Directed the clerk to draft a meeting length policy for a future vote.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:20 pm.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee decided to present its support for short-term rentals (STRs) and a permit-based regulation proposal to the Town Board at its meeting that evening via Zoom. Members agreed to email the proposal and gather support letters by July 27, ahead of the Town Board's next meeting. The committee also approved the June 23 minutes and continued weekly Zoom meetings, with plans for one in-person meeting per month.

• Approved the minutes of the June 23, 2021 meeting unanimously
• Decided to present the STR proposal to the Town Board via Zoom that evening
• Agreed to email the EDC proposal and collect support letters by July 27
• Continued weekly meetings, with at least one in-person per month

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve Local Law B, which would prohibit parking on portions of Metzger and Old Farm Roads. The board will also consider a resolution to put the T/RH Water District Well Rehab and Level Sensor project out for bid, and discuss CFA grant opportunities.

• Public hearing and resolution on Local Law B – No Parking on portions of Metzger and Old Farm Roads
• Resolution to go out to bid for T/RH Water District Well Rehab and Level Sensor
• Discussion of CFA Grant Opportunities

The Red Hook Town Board adopted Local Law No. 2 of 2021, prohibiting parking and stopping on portions of Metzger Road and Old Farm Road near US Route 9, and updated the Red Hook Recreation Park parking restrictions to reflect park closure hours. The board also authorized soliciting bids for well rehabilitation and level sensor installation at Well No. 1 and Well No. 2, and approved the appointment of Brenda Elsey as Ethics Board Chair. All decisions were approved unanimously (4-0) with Councilmember Jacob Testa absent.

• Adopted Local Law No. 2 of 2021 creating no parking/stopping zones on Metzger Road (230 ft east of US 9) and Old Farm Road (330 ft west of US 9) (4-0)
• Updated Red Hook Recreation Park parking prohibition to 10 p.m.–6 a.m. (4-0)
• Approved Supervisor's report and budget adjustments for June 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report for June 2021 (4-0)
• Authorized solicitation of bids for Well No. 1 and Well No. 2 rehabilitation and level sensor installation (4-0)
• Appointed Brenda Elsey as Chair of the Ethics Board (4-0)
• Authorized Supervisor to apply for CFA grants for sewer study, Rec Park West Phase 2, St. Margaret's accessibility, and Sawkill Watershed culvert work (4-0)
• Moved to executive session to discuss hire/fire of an individual (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting, with the main substantive item being a discussion of short-term rentals. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 16 meeting and take up new business from the floor. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2021, at Red Hook Village Hall.

• Discussion of short-term rentals
• Approval of minutes from June 16 meeting
• New business from the floor
• Next meeting set for June 30 via Zoom

The Economic Development Committee decided to email its short-term rental (STR) proposal to the Town Board and present it via Zoom at that evening's board meeting. The committee's position is to support STRs in town and to have them regulated by permit. The minutes were unanimously approved.

• Approved the minutes of the 06-16-2021 meeting
• Decided to email the STR proposal to the Town Board today
• Decided to present the STR proposal via Zoom at the Town Board meeting that evening
• Agreed to state support for STRs in town and regulation by permit

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to vote on accepting the 2020 audit report, approving an intermunicipal agreement with the Village of Red Hook for fast-charging stations, and setting the standard work day. They will also discuss CFA grant opportunities and short-term rentals, followed by reports from various boards, departments, and committees.

• Resolution accepting audit reports for year ended Dec. 31, 2020
• Resolution approving IMA with Village of Red Hook for fast charging stations
• Resolution approving standard work day and reporting
• Discussion on CFA grant opportunities
• Discussion on short-term rentals

The Red Hook Town Board approved an intermunicipal agreement with the Village of Red Hook to apply for grants for fast electric vehicle charging stations at Town Hall and Village Hall parking lots. The board also accepted the 2020 audit reports and approved a standard workday resolution. Discussions were held on short-term rental regulations and upcoming grant opportunities, but no decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved Resolution 38 accepting the 2020 audit reports prepared by Lori E. Doty, CPA.
• Approved Resolution 39 authorizing an intermunicipal agreement with the Village of Red Hook for EV fast-charging station grant applications, with the Town's match funding capped at $10,000.
• Approved Resolution 40, the Standard Workday and Reporting Resolution for elected and appointed officials.
• Agreed to lease the Town Hall parking lot to a film crew for 24 hours for $2,500.
• Expressed interest in renewing participation in the Dutchess County Community Development Block Grant Consortia.

(2) Planning Board

The Town of Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications: a new pool house in Barrytown, an outdoor dining pavilion for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant, and a donut shop at Mighty Donuts. The board will also discuss collaboration with the Conservation Advisory Committee on environmental concerns related to planning projects.

• Public hearing on Mimeles and Deitz application for a 30 x 25-foot pool house at 203 Barrytown Road
• Continued public hearing on Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan for an outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road
• Continued public hearing on Mighty Donuts site plan to establish a donut and coffee shop at 7269 South Broadway

The Red Hook Planning Board approved an amended site plan for the Panorama Family Day-Care Facility at 14 Linden Farm Lane, allowing relocation of parking and the ADA ramp. The board also continued public hearings for the Mimeles and Deitz pool house and Sabroso Mexican Restaurant, and discussed potential collaboration with the Conservation Advisory Committee.

• Approved amended site plan for Panorama Family Day-Care Facility, relocating parking and ADA ramp.
• Continued public hearing for Mimeles and Deitz pool house to July 19.
• Continued public hearing for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant to July 19.
• Extended public hearings for Sabroso and Mighty Donuts to July 19.
• Discussed referring projects with environmental concerns to the Conservation Advisory Committee.

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting, with the main substantive item being a discussion of short-term rentals. The committee will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and take up new business from the floor.

• Short-term rental discussion
• Approve minutes of June 9 meeting
• New business from the floor
• Next meeting scheduled for June 23 via Zoom

The Economic Development Committee discussed short-term rental (STR) regulations, hearing public comments from hosts and residents. No formal decision was made, but the committee plans to submit an STR proposal to the Town Board by mid-July. A draft petition for public input was suggested and will be distributed for comment.

• Approved minutes of 06-09-2021 unanimously
• Discussed STR regulations with public comments; no vote taken
• Planned to submit STR proposal to Town Board by mid-July
• Agreed to distribute draft petition to EDC for comment

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes of the previous meeting. The committee reviewed a letter regarding short-term rental (STR) proposals and decided to invite the 26 known STR hosts in town to the next meeting to discuss the proposals and seek their support. The committee also plans to prepare a final proposal and PowerPoint presentation for release in July.

• Approved minutes of 06-02-2021 (unanimous)
• Reviewed EDC letter on STR proposals
• Decided to invite 26 known STR hosts to next EDC meeting
• Planned to prepare final EDC proposal and PowerPoint for July release

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on Dennis Kanuk's request for two area variances to relocate a vintage diner to 7269 South Broadway for a donut shop, but did not vote on the resolution factors, instead directing the ZBA attorney to draft a resolution for a vote at the next meeting. The board also reviewed Norman Greig's application for an interpretation of a spite fence violation at 144-150 Pitcher Lane and scheduled a public hearing for the next meeting. No final decisions were made on either application.

• Approved March 10, April 14, and May 12 meeting minutes (with one correction)
• Opened and closed public hearing for ZBA 21-02/21-02A (Mighty Donuts)
• Tabled vote on Mighty Donuts variances; attorney to draft resolution
• Scheduled public hearing for ZBA 21-03 (Greig fence) at next meeting
• Adjourned meeting

Conservation Advisory Council

The Conservation Advisory Council met and discussed several topics but took no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed updates to planning board criteria, explored an online Repair Café model, discussed NYS food scrap law compliance, and brainstormed uses for an Evans vehicle. The meeting was procedural and informational.

• Accepted May minutes (motion by Julia, Mike)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Lori, Mike)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to approve the Mosher Farmland Protection Application, which is the subject of a public hearing earlier in the meeting. The board will also discuss setting a public hearing for a no-parking amendment on portions of Metzger and Old Farm Road, and an application for the Bridge NY program for Aspinwall. Other items include an update on the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) and correspondence.

• Resolution to approve Mosher Farmland Protection Application
• Resolution to set public hearing for no-parking amendment on Metzger and Old Farm Road
• Bridge NY application for Aspinwall
• LWRP update

The Red Hook Town Board unanimously approved Resolution 36, authorizing up to $122,000 from the Community Preservation Fund for the purchase of development rights on the Brittany Hollow Farm's Red Hook parcels. The board also set a July 13 public hearing on a proposed local law creating no parking and no stopping zones on Metzger Road and Old Farm Road near Route 9. Additionally, the board approved submitting a BridgeNY application for the Aspinwall Bridge and received updates on the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan.

• Approved Resolution 36: $122,000 CPF funding for Brittany Hollow Farm development rights (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 37: Set July 13 public hearing for no parking/stopping zones on Metzger and Old Farm Roads (5-0)
• Approved submission of BridgeNY 2021 application for Aspinwall Bridge (5-0)
• Approved Supervisor's report and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on Brittany Hollow Farm CPF funding (5-0)

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on three site plan applications: a pavilion for outside dining at Sabroso Mexican Restaurant, a new donut and coffee shop at Mighty Donuts, and Bard College's retroactive approval for Kline Commons plus a 510 SF addition to the Fisher Studio Arts Building. The board will also continue discussions on the Panorama Schoolhouse daycare amendment, the O Zone zero-waste center, and a pool house/cabana at 203 Barrytown Road. The meeting includes routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and announcements.

• Public hearing: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan for outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road (R1.5 district)
• Public hearing: Mighty Donuts site plan for donut/coffee shop at 7269 South Broadway (Traditional Neighborhood Commercial Center)
• Public hearing: Bard College retroactive approval for Kline Commons and 510 SF addition to Fisher Studio Arts Building
• Discussion: Panorama Schoolhouse site plan amendment for daycare at 14 Linden Farm Lane (RD3 district)
• Discussion: O Zone zero-waste center at 148 Pitcher Lane (Agricultural Business District)

The Red Hook Planning Board approved site plan, special permit, and certificate of appropriateness for Bard College's Kline Commons and Fisher Studio Arts Building additions, and amended the Panorama day-care special permit to a family day-care facility for 12 children. Public hearings for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant and Mighty Donuts were continued to June 21. The board also noted the appointment of Will Tatum to the Design Review Committee.

• Approved Bard College site plan for Kline Commons and Fisher Studio Arts Building additions (unanimous)
• Approved amended special permit for Bard College Master Plan update (unanimous)
• Approved certificate of appropriateness for Bard College additions (unanimous)
• Approved amended special permit for Panorama Family Day-Care Facility (unanimous)
• Approved amended site plan for Panorama Family Day-Care Facility (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant pavilion to June 21
• Continued public hearing for Mighty Donuts to June 21
• Appointed Will Tatum to Design Review Committee

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting. The main agenda items are updates from the village and Red Hook Responds, followed by discussion of a business survey and short-term rentals (STRs). The meeting is open to the public and includes time for items from the floor.

• Discussion of Business Survey and short-term rentals (STRs)
• Village updates from Interim Mayor-Designee Karen Smythe
• Red Hook Responds updates from Dan Budd
• Approval of minutes from May 26 meeting

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The committee reviewed Department of State comments regarding local laws and status updates in the waterfront plan. Members also discussed revising a public survey to use more multiple-choice questions and agreed to determine if a Zoom public meeting is required.

• Review of DOS comments on Sections 1 and 2
• Revision of maps to reflect NYS Coastal Area Boundary change
• Redrafting of public survey for increased response rates
• Review of draft cover letter for the public survey

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will hold a business meeting to approve minutes, receive updates, and discuss old business, including a business survey and short-term rentals (STRs). New business items from the floor will also be considered.

• Approve minutes of May 12 meeting
• Village updates and Red Hook Responds updates
• Discussion of business survey and short-term rentals (STRs)
• Open items from the floor

The Economic Development Committee discussed a draft memo to the Town Board about short-term rental (STR) regulations, focusing on data and property rights. No formal decisions were made. Separately, Mayor Smythe reported that village project contracts have been awarded and financing secured, with construction expected to start after September.

• Village project contracts awarded to low bidders (GC and electrical contractor)
• Financing secured through EFC at 0% interest
• All easements signed and filed
• Draft memo on STRs discussed, no final action taken

(1) Town Board

The Town Board will discuss a COVID-19 update and a resolution to apply for a Municipal Investment Grant for St. Margaret’s. The agenda also includes reports from various town boards, departments, and committees.

• Resolution to Apply for Municipal Investment Grant – St. Margaret’s
• COVID-19 update
• Reports from various town boards including Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals
• Reports from town departments including Police, Highway, and Animal Control

The Red Hook Town Board voted 5-0 to authorize submission of a Municipal Investment Grant application for up to $50,000 for ADA-accessible improvements at St. Margaret's Cultural Center, including a ramp, parking space, and pathways. The board also heard reports on water testing, building permits, police activity, and a zoning proposal for short-term rentals, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved Resolution No. 35 authorizing grant application for up to $50,000 for ADA improvements at St. Margaret's Cultural Center (5-0)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed easements for the Preserves at Lakes Kill development. The agenda also includes correspondence, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Proposed easements at Preserves at Lakes Kill
• Public comment period (15 minutes)
• Correspondence review

The Red Hook Town Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 34, authorizing acceptance of a drainage easement and third-party enforcement rights for a conservation easement for the Preserve at Lakes Kill subdivision. The approval is conditional on the developer meeting requirements including a $603,445 performance bond, insurance, and escrow deposits. The meeting was held via videoconference due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approved Resolution No. 34 accepting drainage and conservation easements for Preserve at Lakes Kill (3-0)
• Authorized acceptance of drainage easement for maintenance of storm drainage from Feller Newmark Road
• Approved third-party enforcement rights for conservation easement held by Winnakee Land Trust
• Required $603,445 performance bond or letter of credit for required improvements
• Required $4,000 inspection escrow deposit
• Required oak tree escrow agreement and $3,900 escrow for potential removal of 36-inch oak tree

LWRP-Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan

The Town of Red Hook LWRP Advisory Committee met to discuss next steps for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. They agreed to hold a virtual public outreach meeting on July 14, 2021, and to create a short survey to gather public input on waterfront needs and opportunities. The meeting was primarily procedural, focusing on outreach logistics.

• Virtual public outreach meeting tentatively scheduled for July 14, 2021
• Survey to be created for public input on waterfront revitalization
• Materials to be made available to public four weeks before the meeting
• NYS DOS review of Sections 1 and 2 still pending
• Next committee meeting set for May 27, 2021

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board is holding public hearings on three applications: a certificate of appropriateness for a residence renovation at 236 Dock Road, a site plan for an outdoor dining pavilion at Sabroso Mexican Restaurant at 7909 Albany Post Road, and a continued hearing for a donut shop at Mighty Donuts at 7269 South Broadway. The board will also continue discussions on the O Zone sustainability center at 148 Pitcher Lane, Bard College's Kline Commons and Fisher Arts Center, and hear a new presentation on T-Mobile antenna upgrades at 33 Tower Street.

• Public hearing: Simcock Certificate of Appropriateness – 236 Dock Road (1.58-acre parcel, Barrytown)
• Public hearing: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan – 7909 Albany Post Road (outdoor dining pavilion, R1.5 district)
• Continued public hearing: Mighty Donuts site plan – 7269 South Broadway (donut/coffee shop, Traditional Neighborhood Commercial Center)
• Continued discussion: O Zone site plan – 148 Pitcher Lane (zero-waste sustainability center, Agricultural Business District)
• New presentation: T-Mobile site plan – 33 Tower Street (antenna upgrades, RD3 district)

The Red Hook Planning Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residence renovation at 236 Dock Road, adopted a Negative Declaration under SEQR for the Mighty Donuts site plan, and determined the T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 31-33 Twin Towers Drive requires no further review. Public hearings for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant and Mighty Donuts were continued, and the O Zone site plan was tabled due to an unapproved fence violation.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Simcock residence renovation at 236 Dock Road (4-0)
• Adopted Type II SEQR Resolution for Simcock project (4-0)
• Adopted Negative SEQR Declaration for Mighty Donuts site plan (unanimous)
• Determined T-Mobile antenna upgrade at 31-33 Twin Towers Drive requires no further review (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan
• Continued public hearing for Mighty Donuts site plan
• Tabled O Zone site plan at 148 Pitcher Lane due to unapproved fence violation

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting. The main items are updates on village matters and Red Hook Responds, followed by discussion of a business survey and short-term rentals (STRs). The meeting is open to the public and includes time for new business from the floor.

• Discussion of business survey and short-term rentals (STRs)
• Village updates from Interim Mayor-Designee Karen Smythe
• Red Hook Responds updates from Dan Budd
• Approval of minutes from May 5 meeting

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Dennis Kanuk's application for two area variances to relocate a vintage diner to 7269 South Broadway and convert it into a donut shop. The variances are needed because the building's facade would be about 38% of the lot frontage, below the required 70%, and the building would be one story, below the required two stories in the Commercial Center district. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing for Dennis Kanuk's application for two area variances
• Variance from Section 143-49.1(K)(10)(a) requiring 70% minimum building facade length
• Variance from Section 143-49.1(K)(6) requiring two-story minimum building height
• Property at 7269 South Broadway in TND-CC Zoning District
• Remote meeting via YouTube due to COVID-19

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on May 12, 2021, for an application by Dennis Kanuk to relocate a historic diner to 7269 South Broadway and create a donut shop, requiring two area variances for building facade length and height. The board heard public comments, including opposition from a resident who would lose his home, and voted unanimously to continue the hearing to a future meeting. No final decision was made on the variances.

• Opened public hearing for Kanuk-Mighty Donuts variances (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 pm (unanimous)

Conservation Advisory Council

The Red Hook Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) discussed its advisory role in planning reviews, reviewed the town's clean-up effort, and began planning for Climate Smart Community recertification. The meeting included routine approvals and updates, with no major decisions made.

• Reviewed town transfer station hours (Wednesday & Saturday) as current
• Discussed gaps in town clean-up coverage
• Planning Board meeting was hacked, no news
• Public hearing for Brittney Hollow Farm preservation (sale of development rights) noted
• Planning for Climate Smart Community recertification, possibly at Silver level

The Red Hook Conservation Advisory Council approved prior meeting minutes and discussed several topics, including the town's clean-up effort, the Planning Board's hacked meeting, and the CAC's advisory role in site plan reviews. Members began planning for Climate Smart Community recertification, considering initiatives like micro digester technology and electric van uses. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes from prior meeting
• Discussed CAC advisory role per Section 143-117
• Planned Climate Smart Community recertification initiatives

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to consider several resolutions, including awarding a paving contract, approving an agreement to expend highway funds, setting a public hearing for a farmland protection application, and authorizing grant applications for fast charging stations. They will also discuss a revised resolution on community choice aggregation and assign a water department operator contract.

• Agreement to Expend Highway Funds
• Resolution to Award Contract - Paving
• Resolution to Set a Public Hearing – Mosher Farmland Protection Application
• Revised Resolution – Community Choice Aggregation
• Resolution to Authorize Grant Application for Fast Charging Stations

The Red Hook Town Board approved an amended agreement for 2021 highway expenditures, authorizing up to $50,000 for general repairs and $305,800 for permanent improvements on specific roads. The board also awarded the 2021 paving project to Callanan Industries at $65.65 per ton, ratified a three-year Community Choice Aggregation electricity supply agreement with Joule Assets, and set a public hearing for June 8 on the Brittany Hollow Farm development rights purchase.

• Approved Supervisor's report and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report (5-0)
• Approved amended highway expenditure agreement for up to $355,800 (5-0)
• Awarded 2021 paving project to Callanan Industries at $65.65/ton (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 8 on Brittany Hollow Farm CPF purchase (5-0)
• Ratified 2021 CCA electricity supply agreement with Joule Assets (5-0)
• Consented to assignment of water system operator contract to C3ND Environmental Consulting (5-0)
• Authorized grant applications for generators and EV fast charging stations (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting, which includes approving the prior meeting's minutes, hearing village updates and a report on Red Hook Responds, and discussing old business related to a business survey and short-term rentals (STRs). The meeting is open to the public and includes time for new business from the floor.

• Approve minutes of April 28 meeting
• Village updates and introduction to Karen Smythe
• Dan Budd: Red Hook Responds updates
• Discussion of Business Survey and short-term rentals (STRs)
• Open items from the floor

The Economic Development Committee discussed proposed short-term rental (STR) legislation, noting the ITF has sent its proposal to the Town Board. Members discussed the EDC's own proposal, which would require permits for all STRs, with a special permit for un-hosted rentals. Chair Dousharm will speak with Supervisor McKeon before the next meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Approved minutes of 04-28-2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed STR legislation and ITF proposal to Town Board
• Agreed to update 1991 Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Chair to speak with Supervisor McKeon before next meeting

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on a lot line adjustment at 7 Old Road and a site plan for Mighty Donuts at 7269 South Broadway. It will also continue discussions on several applications, including the O Zone sustainability center, a cottage conversion, and an outdoor dining pavilion. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and announcements.

• Public hearing: transfer .904 acres between Arlyck and Costello-Baker parcels at 7 Old Road
• Public hearing: Mighty Donuts site plan for a donut and coffee shop at 7269 South Broadway
• Continued discussion: O Zone zero-waste center at 148 Pitcher Lane
• Continued discussion: Schultz cottage special use permit at 16 Echo Valley Road
• Continued discussion: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant outdoor dining pavilion at 7909 Albany Post Road

The Red Hook Planning Board approved a lot line adjustment transferring 0.904 acres between the Arlyck and Costello-Baker parcels, and granted a special permit for a cottage conversion at 16 Echo Valley Road. The board also granted a 180-day extension for Shafer's Hudson Valley site plan and special permit. The Mighty Donuts public hearing was continued to May 17 due to a meeting intrusion and pending ZBA variances.

• Approved Arlyck/Costello-Baker lot line adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Schultz Cottage special permit (unanimous)
• Granted 180-day extension for Shafer's Hudson Valley site plan and special permit (unanimous)
• Continued Mighty Donuts public hearing to May 17

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to approve minutes, hear announcements, and discuss old and new business. Key topics include a business survey, the economic impact of marijuana legislation, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Red Hook Hudson Valley website. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of April 21 meeting
• Business Survey discussion
• Economic Impact of Marijuana Legislation discussion
• Red Hook Chamber of Commerce update
• Red Hook Hudson Valley Website discussion

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to receive a budget presentation from the Red Hook Central School District and to vote on a resolution to approve an extension of the Community Choice Aggregation program. The agenda also includes correspondence, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Red Hook Central School District budget presentation
• Resolution to approve Community Choice Aggregation extension
• Public comment period (15 minutes)

The Red Hook Town Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 26 authorizing the supervisor to execute a 24-month Community Choice Aggregation electricity supply agreement with a fixed rate renewable supply, at prices not exceeding $0.0650 per kilowatt hour for a base option and $0.068 for a 100% NYS renewable option. The board also approved a scope of work by Tighe & Bond for ArcGIS Online Implementation not to exceed $6,500. The meeting included a presentation on the Red Hook Central School District budget, with the formal budget hearing set for May 5, 2021, and the budget vote on May 18, 2021.

• Approved Resolution No. 26 authorizing execution of 2021 CCA electricity supply agreement (5-0)
• Approved scope of work by Tighe & Bond for ArcGIS Online Implementation not to exceed $6,500 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to discuss ongoing economic development efforts in Red Hook. Items include a status report on the Village sewer project, an update on Red Hook Responds, and old business covering a business survey, a negotiating consultant appointment, and the economic impact of marijuana legislation.

• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update
• Business Survey discussion
• Negotiating Consultant Daniel Ames scheduled for 5/19
• Economic Impact of Marijuana Legislation discussion

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan for a zero-waste sustainability services center at 221 Pitcher Lane. The board will also continue discussions on a cider tasting room, a second grass airstrip, and a donut shop, and review new applications for a lot line adjustment and a fence replacement.

• Public hearing: zero-waste sustainability services center, 221 Pitcher Lane, Agricultural Business District
• Continued: ABCider, LLC tasting room site plan, 229 Pitcher Lane
• Continued: Greig Farm second grass airstrip special permit, 221 Pitcher Lane
• Continued: Mighty Donuts site plan, 7269 South Broadway
• New: Arlyck/Costello-Baker lot line adjustment (0.904 acres), 7 Old Road

The Red Hook Planning Board approved the ABCider LLC cidery site plan at 229 Pitcher Lane, with conditions including a 75-person limit and use of Greig Farm apples. The board also denied the Greig Farm second airstrip application, adopted a Negative Declaration under SEQR, and approved a lot line adjustment and a fence replacement certificate of appropriateness.

• Approved ABCider cidery site plan at 229 Pitcher Lane (5-0)
• Denied Greig Farm second airstrip amended special permit (5-0)
• Adopted Negative Declaration for second airstrip under SEQR (5-0)
• Approved Arlyck/Costello-Baker lot line adjustment (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Appropriateness to David Bradford for fence at 45 Old Post Road North (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for May 3 on Mighty Donuts and lot line adjustment

Conservation Advisory Council

The Red Hook Conservation Advisory Council approved the minutes from the prior meeting. Members discussed the Climate Smart Community certification process, with Julia agreeing to meet Laurie to determine next steps. The council also discussed supporting Amelia at the Planning Board, organics recycling, and various community projects, but no formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes from prior meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Climate Smart Community certification next steps
• Discussed potential letter of support for Amelia at Planning Board
• Discussed organics recycling and NYS law
• Discussed NRI grant application timing

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to discuss ongoing projects and new initiatives. Items include a printed survey, a negotiating consultant, a direct mail campaign, and the economic impact of marijuana legislation. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update
• Discussion of printed survey
• Negotiating consultant discussion
• Economic impact of marijuana legislation

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote public hearing on an area variance for a new attached garage at 2 Hewlett Road, and will review two variance applications to relocate a vintage diner to 7269 South Broadway for a donut shop. The board will also approve minutes and review planning board minutes.

• Public hearing: David King seeks variance for 300 SF garage within 20.3 ft of front line (35 ft required) at 2 Hewlett Road
• Review: Dennis Kanuk requests two variances to relocate diner to 7269 South Broadway; facade 38% vs 70% required, one story vs two stories required
• Meeting held remotely via video conference due to COVID-19
• Public comments accepted by email, mail, or voicemail until noon April 14, 2021

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals granted David King an area variance to build a 300-square-foot garage within 20.3 feet of the front property line at 2 Hewlett Road. The board also voted to let the Planning Board act as lead agency for SEQRA review and to refer Dennis Kanuk's donut shop application to the County Planning Department, but deferred a decision on the requested variances until that review is complete.

• Granted area variance to David King for garage at 2 Hewlett Road (unanimous)
• Granted Planning Board lead agency status for SEQRA review of Kanuk application (unanimous)
• Referred Kanuk donut shop application to County Planning Department (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Kanuk application for May 12, 2021 (unanimous)

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing public bids for tack coat and paving work on Albie Rd, Elm St, Beech St, Chestnut St, Fir St, and Dogwood St. They will also discuss a no-parking measure at the Metzger Road intersection and vote on approving a public emergency plan. The agenda includes routine reports and public comment periods.

• Resolution to solicit bids for paving Albie Rd, Elm St, Beech St, Chestnut St, Fir St, Dogwood St
• Discussion of no-parking at Metzger Road intersection
• Resolution to approve Public Emergency Plan

The Red Hook Town Board voted 5-0 to authorize solicitation of public bids for tack coat and paving of Albie Road, Elm Street, Beech Street, Chestnut Street, Fir Street, and Dogwood Street, with bids due by May 6, 2021. The board also voted 5-0 to approve a Public Employer Health Emergency Plan required by New York State law. Both the Supervisor's and Town Clerk's reports were approved unanimously.

• Authorized solicitation of public bids for 2021 paving project on six roads (5-0)
• Approved Public Employer Health Emergency Plan (5-0)
• Approved Supervisor's report and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Town Clerk's report (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee will hold a business meeting to approve minutes, hear survey results from Emily Sachar, receive a status report on the Sewer Project from the Mayor, get an update on Red Hook Responds, and discuss hiring a negotiating consultant. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of March 31 meeting
• Survey results presentation by Emily Sachar
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update by Dan Budd
• Discussion of negotiating consultant

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting and discussed several ongoing initiatives. They reviewed business survey results and planned a paper follow-up, discussed the village's $8.5 million sewer bid and potential funding sources, and noted upcoming Red Hook Responds events. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes of 03-31-2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed business survey results and planned paper follow-up
• Discussed sewer project funding options, including NYSEFC financing and county ARA funds
• Noted Red Hook Responds board meeting and volunteer appreciation dinner

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board is holding continued public hearings on a second grass airstrip at Greig Farm and a hard cider tasting room at ABCider, both on Pitcher Lane. The board will also discuss several site plans and subdivisions, including a daycare center, a zero-waste center, a donut shop, and a restaurant pavilion. A pre-application discussion for a bowling alley on Route 9G is also scheduled.

• Continued public hearing: Greig Farm Airstrip Amended Special Permit, 221 Pitcher Lane (second grass airstrip, 92-acre parcel)
• Continued public hearing: ABCider, LLC Tasting Room Site Plan, 229 Pitcher Lane (hard cider tasting room)
• Continued discussion: Panorama Schoolhouse Site Plan and Special Use Permit, 14 Linden Farm Lane (child daycare center)
• Continued discussion: O Zone Site Plan, 221 Pitcher Lane (zero-waste sustainability services center)
• New: Sabroso Mexican Restaurant Site Plan, 7909 Albany Post Road (30x60 pavilion for outside dining)

The Red Hook Planning Board approved the special permit and site plan for the Panorama Child Day-Care Center at 14 Linden Farm Lane, allowing a daycare for up to 21 children. The board also approved an amended subdivision for the Nieuwenhuizen property at 5 Moxie Lane, relocating a driveway. The public hearing on the Greig Farm airstrip was closed, with a decision deferred to May 3. The board also closed the hearing on the ABCider tasting room, with the applicant to return April 19 for further discussion.

• Approved special permit for Panorama Child Day-Care Center (14 Linden Farm Lane) with conditions, including a maximum of 21 children and 9 parking spaces.
• Approved site plan for Panorama Child Day-Care Center, subject to conditions such as adding an ADA-compliant ramp or lift and revising lighting details.
• Approved amendment to Filed Subdivision Plat No. 12111A (Lexann Acres) to relocate the driveway on Lot 4 at 5 Moxie Lane.
• Closed the public hearing on the Greig Farm airstrip amended special permit (221 Pitcher Lane) and deferred the decision to May 3.
• Closed the public hearing on the ABCider tasting room site plan (229 Pitcher Lane) and scheduled the applicant to return April 19 for further discussion.
• Adopted a SEQR Type II resolution for the O-Zone site plan (221 Pitcher Lane) and scheduled a public hearing for April 19.
• Adopted a SEQR Type II resolution for the Sabroso Mexican Restaurant site plan (7909 Albany Post Road).
• Granted a 90-day extension for the Preserve at Lakeskill project.

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee will hold a business meeting to approve minutes, hear updates on the sewer project and Red Hook Responds, and discuss old and new business. Key items include a survey on short-term rentals (STRs), hiring a negotiating consultant, and establishing a business liaison with local realtors.

• Approve minutes of March 24 meeting
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update
• Short-term rental (STR) survey discussion
• Negotiating consultant and business liaison with realtors

The committee approved the prior meeting's minutes and heard updates on the village sewer project, including a new funding pathway with 0% interest and a grant. Mayor Ed Blundell announced he is moving to Boston, prompting a special election. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of 03-24-2021 (unanimous)
• Heard sewer funding plan: $8M at 0% interest, $900K grant, 30-year term
• Noted village will pass new bond issue for sewer project
• Heard construction bids must be accepted within 45 days
• Noted Mayor Blundell's departure; special election to be set

(1) Town Board

The Town Board approved a resolution to increase water rates for Water District No. 1 by 5% each year for the next five years, with the first increase effective October 1, 2021. The board also authorized continuing the Community Choice Aggregation program for renewable energy supply and approved a $22,000 transfer from parklands funds for new recreation equipment.

• Approved Resolution 21: Authorized continuation of the Community Choice Aggregation program and amended the agreement with Joule Assets Inc. to seek a new renewable energy supply contract.
• Approved Resolution 22: Approved water rate increases for Water District No. 1, effective October 1, 2021, raising the minimum rate from $44.88 to $47.12 and the per-1000-gallon rate from $5.46 to $5.73.
• Approved Resolution 23: Transferred $22,000 from parklands monies to the Recreation Park Equipment budget line for lawn and power equipment purchases from Keil Equipment.
• Closed the public hearing on water rate modifications after hearing one resident's opposition.
• Decided not to hold a public hearing on the Public Emergency Plan; public comments will be taken at the next meeting on April 13, 2021.

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to approve minutes, hear updates from the mayor and members, and discuss old and new business items. Topics include short-term rentals, a small business email list, ITF diversity recommendations, Bard College's expansion into Ulster County, electric vehicle charging stations, and a town code change for the Agricultural Business District. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of Feb 17, Feb 24, and March 3 meetings
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Discussion of short-term rentals (STRs) and Airbnb list
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations discussion
• Town Code – Agricultural Business District discussion

The Economic Development Committee met and discussed several items, but no formal votes were taken. The Village is reviewing sewer bids and a zero-interest loan, with a March 25 meeting planned to finalize costs for a new bond proposal. The committee also discussed support for electric vehicle chargers, including a proposal for Tesla superchargers at Hannaford, and noted that a survey of businesses regarding short-term rentals is still pending. The meeting was briefly interrupted by an internet outage.

• No formal decisions or votes were made at this meeting.
• Discussed Village sewer project: bids reviewed, zero-interest loan approved, March 25 meeting set to determine costs for new bond proposal.
• Discussed support for electric vehicle chargers, including Tesla superchargers at Hannaford, with no regulations currently in place.
• Noted that a survey of Red Hook businesses on short-term rentals is still to be distributed after further review.

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote meeting to review an application for an area variance. David King seeks to build a detached garage closer to the front property line than allowed. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• David King application for area variance to build 300 SF detached garage within 20.3 feet of front property line (required 35 feet) at 2 Hewlett Road, R1 Zoning District
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2020, September 2, 2020, and October 14, 2020
• Review of Planning Board minutes
• Meeting held remotely via video conference due to COVID-19

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals voted to schedule a public hearing for April 14, 2021, on David King's application for an area variance to build a 300-square-foot attached garage at 2 Hewlett Road, within 20.3 feet of the front property line (required setback is 35 feet). The board also approved minutes from August 4, September 2, and October 14, 2020 meetings, and corrected an agenda item to read 'attached garage' instead of 'detached garage'. No final decision on the variance was made.

• Scheduled a public hearing for April 14, 2021, on David King's area variance application for a 300 SF attached garage at 2 Hewlett Road
• Approved the August 4, 2020 meeting minutes as written
• Approved the September 2, 2020 special meeting minutes as written
• Approved the October 14, 2020 revised meeting minutes
• Corrected the current agenda item wording from 'detached garage' to 'attached garage'

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including approving agreements with the Red Hook and Tivoli Fire Districts, setting a public hearing for the 2021 water district rate, and receiving updates on COVID-19. The agenda also includes reports from the supervisor and clerk, public comment periods, and a public hearing on the fire contract.

• Resolution to approve agreement with Red Hook Fire District
• Resolution to approve agreement with Tivoli Fire District
• Resolution to set public hearing for 2021 water district rate
• Public hearing on Red Hook/Tivoli fire contract at 7:35 PM

The Red Hook Town Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 19, authorizing fire protection service agreements with the Village of Red Hook and the Red Hook Fire Company, Inc., and with the Village of Tivoli, for 2021 and 2022. The board also adopted Resolution No. 20, scheduling a public hearing for March 24, 2021, to consider a proposed water rate increase for Water District No. 1. Additionally, the board approved the Supervisor's and Town Clerk's reports, and appointed Will Tatum to the Design Review/Hamlet Committee.

• Approved Resolution No. 19: Fire service agreements with the Village of Red Hook and Red Hook Fire Company, Inc., and with the Village of Tivoli, for 2021 and 2022.
• Approved Resolution No. 20: Set a public hearing for March 24, 2021, on proposed water rate increases for Water District No. 1.
• Approved the Supervisor's report and budget adjustments for February 2021.
• Approved the Town Clerk's report for February 2021.
• Appointed Will Tatum to the Design Review/Hamlet Committee for a term ending in 2021.

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold a business session with new and old business. New business includes a site plan presentation for Bard College expansions (Kline Commons, Fisher Studio Arts Building, US-China Music Institute). Old business includes continued discussions on a daycare center at Panorama Schoolhouse and a donut shop at Mighty Donuts. Other business includes a pre-application discussion for Tesla EV charging stations at Hannaford.

• Bard College: retroactive approval for Kline Commons, 510 SF addition to Fisher Studio Arts Building, 1,800 SF addition to US-China Music Institute
• Panorama Schoolhouse Special Use Permit – 14 Linden Farm Lane: daycare center in RD3 Zoning District
• Mighty Donuts Site Plan – 7269 South Broadway: donut and coffee shop in Traditional Neighborhood Commercial Center Zoning District
• Tesla EV charging station pre-application at Hannaford, 35 Hannaford Drive

The Red Hook Planning Board voted to classify Bard College's proposed expansions to Kline Commons, Fisher Studio Arts Building, and the US-China Music Institute as a Type II action under SEQR, meaning no further environmental review is required. The board also declared its intent to be lead agency for the Mighty Donuts site plan review. Both actions were approved unanimously, with the Mighty Donuts vote including one abstention.

• Classified Bard College expansions as Type II under SEQR (5-0)
• Declared intent to be lead agency for Mighty Donuts site plan (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Removed Panorama Schoolhouse from agenda to April 5 pending County Planning response
• Agreed to return to two meetings per month until backlog is reduced

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding a business meeting to discuss old business items, including short-term rentals (STRs) via a survey and Airbnb list, a small business email list, a status report on the Village sewer project, and updates from Red Hook Responds. The meeting also includes announcements, local business updates, and open items from the floor. The agenda is largely procedural with no formal votes or contracts listed.

• Discussion of short-term rentals (STRs) survey and Airbnb list
• Status report on Village sewer project from Mayor Ed Blundell
• Update on Red Hook Responds from Dan Budd
• Small business email list discussion
• Local business updates

The Economic Development Committee discussed short-term rentals and reached consensus to continue discussions with the Intermunicipal Task Force and to prepare a business survey on the issue. The committee also heard that Village of Red Hook sewer project bids came in at $4.9 million, with a total estimated cost of $7.9 million, and that the Village Board will consider a new bond resolution to complete funding. No formal votes were taken; minutes from previous meetings were deferred to the next meeting.

• Consensus to continue short-term rental discussions with the Intermunicipal Task Force
• Consensus to prepare a business survey on short-term rentals via email, direct mail, and personal contact
• Deferred approval of minutes for 02-17-21 through 03-03-21 to the March 10, 2021 meeting

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on four applications: a cottage conversion, a second grass airstrip, a cider tasting room, and a daycare center. It will also discuss a subdivision amendment and review new site plans for a pool house, a zero-waste center, and a donut shop.

• Schultz Cottage Special Use Permit – 16 Echo Valley Road (convert garage workshop to cottage)
• Greig Farm Airstrip Amended Special Permit – 221 Pitcher Lane (second grass airstrip)
• ABCider, LLC Tasting Room Site Plan – 229 Pitcher Lane (hard cider tasting room)
• Panorama Schoolhouse Special Use Permit – 14 Linden Farm Lane (child daycare center)
• Mighty Donuts Site Plan – 7269 South Broadway (donut and coffee shop)

The Red Hook Planning Board held public hearings and continued several applications, including the Schultz cottage special use permit, the Greig Farm second airstrip, the ABCider tasting room, and the Panorama Schoolhouse daycare. No final decisions were made on these items; hearings were continued to April 5. The board also reviewed new applications for a pool house, a donut shop, and a zero-waste center, with the donut shop requiring variances and being placed on the March 8 agenda.

• Approved minutes of the February 1 meeting by roll call vote.
• Closed the public hearing for the Schultz Cottage special use permit; applicant to provide revised site plan, lighting specs, and well info at next meeting.
• Continued the public hearing for the Greig Farm second airstrip to April 5; board to consult ZEO on zoning questions.
• Suspended the public hearing for the ABCider tasting room until April 5; board to seek ZEO interpretation and parking inventory.
• Closed the public hearing for the Panorama Schoolhouse daycare; decision pending County Planning review.
• Placed the Mighty Donuts site plan on the March 8 agenda due to needed variances.
• Requested revised site plan for O Zone sustainability center for April 5 meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Inter-Municipal Task Force

The Task Force discussed allowing Class II Short Term Rentals in H and HB Districts. Members also reviewed the AOP draft regarding breakfast service requirements and debated the use of neighborhood surveys.

• Discussion of Class II STRs in H and HB Districts
• Review of AOP draft wording regarding 'breakfast' service
• Consideration of a town-wide survey for local businesses

The Inter-Municipal Task Force discussed short-term rental (STR) regulations, agreeing that hosted Class III STRs should be allowed with a special permit in both H and HB districts, correcting a previous exclusion. They also considered revising wording about serving breakfast in the AOP draft and debated the reliability of town-wide surveys, with no consensus reached. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a discussion of comments and potential revisions.

• Agreed hosted Class III STRs should be allowed with a special permit in H and HB districts
• Discussed reconsidering 'breakfast' wording in AOP draft, no final action
• No agreement on neighborhood surveys; EDC survey for local businesses noted

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee postponed approval of its February 17 minutes until March 3. Members discussed short-term rental (STR) pressures and agreed to have Chair Dousharm introduce the EDC's STR proposal at an upcoming Intermunicipal Task Force meeting, with members urged to share supportive data.

• Postponed approval of 02-17-21 minutes to March 3 (unanimous)
• Agreed to meet with ITF on Feb 26 via Zoom to discuss proposals
• Consensus: Chair Dousharm to introduce EDC's STR proposal at ITF meeting

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2021, imposing a six-month moratorium on issuing permits for work within town highway rights-of-way while highway specifications are reviewed. The board also set a March 9 public hearing on proposed fire service agreements with the Village of Red Hook, the Red Hook Fire Company, and the Village of Tivoli. Additionally, the board approved settlements of tax assessment challenges, reducing assessments for 25 Old Farm Development, LLC and Tradition at Red Hook Homeowners Association, and made appointments to the CPF/PDR Advisory Committee and Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2021, a six-month moratorium on permits for work within town highway rights-of-way (vote 3-2, with Councilmembers Kane and Testa voting no).
• Set a public hearing for March 9, 2021, on proposed fire service agreements with the Village of Red Hook, Red Hook Fire Company, and Village of Tivoli.
• Approved a settlement with 25 Old Farm Development, LLC, reducing 2020 assessments on three parcels by a total of $809,000.
• Approved a settlement with Tradition at Red Hook Homeowners Association, reducing a 2020 assessment on one parcel from $340,000 to $0.
• Reappointed Brent Kovalchik to the CPF/PDR Advisory Committee for a term ending in 2022.
• Appointed Kate Karakassis as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals for 2021.

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to discuss old business items, including short-term rentals (STRs) via a survey and Airbnb list, a small business email list, and updates from the Mayor on the Sewer Project and other village issues. The committee will also hear an update on Red Hook Responds and local business updates. The meeting includes approval of minutes from February 10, 2020, and open items from the floor.

• Discussion of short-term rentals (STRs) – survey and Airbnb list
• Small business email list update
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project and other Village issues
• Red Hook Responds update from Dan Budd
• Local business updates

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 10 meeting. They scheduled a joint meeting with the Intermunicipal Task Force on short-term rentals for February 26. The committee also reached consensus on distributing a business survey via an official town email address, with final approval of the questionnaire pending at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of 02-10-21 (unanimous)
• Scheduled STR/iTF meeting for Feb 26 at 10:00 a.m.
• Consensus to distribute business survey via official EDC email

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to handle routine reorganization and several action items. They will vote on awarding a contract for a security camera system at Rec Park East, amending a conservation easement for the Seven Pines subdivision, and setting a public hearing on a proposed local law to impose a moratorium on road opening permits. The agenda also includes reports, announcements, and public comment periods.

• Resolution to Award Contract – Security Camera System Rec Park East
• Resolution to Amend Conservation Easement – Seven Pines - Subdivision
• Resolution to Set Public Hearing – Local Law A 2021 – Moratorium on Road Opening Permits
• Reorganization of the Town Board

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss old business, including a draft review of short-term rental (STR) regulations and a related survey. The mayor will provide a status report on the Sewer Project and other village issues, and Dan Budd will update on Red Hook Responds. The meeting also includes local business updates and open items from the floor.

• Review draft of short-term rental (STR) regulations
• Discussion of STR survey
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update by Dan Budd
• Local business updates

The Economic Development Committee approved its January 27 minutes and forwarded a revised two-page short-term rental (STR) proposal to the Intermunicipal Task Force and Town Board for review. Emily Sachar was nominated to fill a vacancy on the committee, pending Town Board approval. The committee also discussed the village water main break and sewer bid plans.

• Approved minutes of 01-27-21 (unanimous)
• Nominated Emily Sachar to fill committee vacancy (pending Town Board approval)
• Forwarded revised STR proposal to Intermunicipal Task Force and Town Board

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on appointing a temporary part-time building inspector, and to consider proposed easements for the Preserve at Lakes Kill development. Public comment will be taken.

• Discussion/resolution to appoint temporary part-time building inspector
• Proposed easements for Preserve at Lakes Kill

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to discuss old business items including the Comprehensive Plan, short-term rental (STR) discussion, a status report on the Village sewer project, and updates from Red Hook Responds and local businesses. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and open items from the floor. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Short-term rental (STR) discussion
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update
• Local business updates

The Economic Development Committee discussed short-term rental (STR) policy and agreed to review and adapt the Marbletown STR model at its next meeting, with a business survey for ongoing review. No formal decisions were made on STRs; the committee also noted sewer bids are out for a $4.9 million project.

• Approved minutes of 01-13-21 (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Marbletown STR model at next meeting
• Agreed to survey businesses on STRs for ongoing review

Disaster Preparedness Committee

The committee reviewed the disaster plan, confirming it requires annual review but no update until 2024. Hai-Ping Yeh will work with Matt Fenaroli to update contact lists. Updates on COVID protocols at Bard and the school district were discussed, but no formal decisions were made.

• Confirmed disaster plan needs no update until 2024
• Assigned Hai-Ping Yeh to update contact lists with Matt Fenaroli

Economic Development Committee

The Red Hook Economic Development Committee is holding its regular business meeting to review the Comprehensive Plan, discuss short-term rentals (STRs), receive a status report on the Village sewer project, and hear updates from the Red Hook Responds initiative and local businesses. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and open items from the floor.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan
• Short-term rental (STR) discussion
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update from Dan Budd
• Local business updates

(1) Town Board

The Red Hook Town Board is meeting to handle annual reorganization and several resolutions, including awarding a bid for the Highway Garage solar project, appointing a town engineer, approving a 284 agreement to expend highway funds, and approving an intermunicipal agreement with the Village of Tivoli for the Building Department. The agenda also includes public comment periods and standard reports.

• Resolution to Award Bid – Highway Garage Solar
• Resolution to Appoint Town Engineer
• Discussion / Approval – 284 Agreement to Expend Funds – Highway
• Resolution to Approve Intermunicipal Agreement with Village of Tivoli – Building Dept.
• Annual Reorganization

The Red Hook Town Board approved a $151,191 contract with Suncommon for the Highway Garage Rooftop Solar System Project, and authorized engineering service agreements with T&B Engineering and Creighton Manning. The board also approved highway expenditures up to $108,000 for road repairs and improvements, and settled a tax assessment dispute with The Chocolate Factory at Red Hook LLC, adjusting assessments for 2018-2020 with no refunds. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the settlement, which passed 4-0 with one absence.

• Approved $151,191 solar contract for Highway Garage (5-0)
• Approved engineering service agreements with T&B Engineering and Creighton Manning (5-0)
• Authorized up to $50,000 for highway materials and $58,000 for permanent improvements to Hapeman Hill and Rokeby Roads (5-0)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement with Village of Tivoli for building department backup services (5-0)
• Settled Article 7 tax assessment proceedings with The Chocolate Factory at Red Hook LLC, adjusting assessments for 2018-2020 (4-0, O'Neill absent)
• Approved annual reorganization resolution setting 2021 meeting dates, salaries, and policies (5-0)
• Approved numerous board and committee appointments for 2021 (5-0)
• Appointed Robert McKeon as voting delegate to Association of Towns (5-0)

(2) Planning Board

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a garage entrance modification, a special use permit for a cottage, and a hangar replacement. It will also hear presentations on two new applications and discuss an extension request for the Preserve at Lakeskill.

• Public hearing: Cost Certificate of Appropriateness for 116 Station Hill Road (garage entrance modification)
• Public hearing: Hutchins Cottage Special Use Permit for 230 Linden Avenue (26' x 26' cottage on 10.22 acres)
• Public hearing: Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Hangar Replacement Site Plan for 16 Norton Road (demolish two hangars, build one)
• Presentation: Schultz Cottage Special Use Permit for 16 Echo Valley Road (convert workshop to cottage)
• Presentation: Nieuwenhuizen Amended Minor Subdivision for 5 Moxie Lane (relocate driveway entrance)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will hold a business meeting to approve minutes, review the Comprehensive Plan, and discuss the Strategic Plan. The mayor will provide a status report on the Sewer Project and other village issues, and there will be updates on Red Hook Responds and local businesses. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan
• STR Discussion
• Mayor's status report on Sewer Project
• Red Hook Responds update
• Local business updates

The Economic Development Committee discussed whether short-term rentals (STRs) should be linked to the Comprehensive Plan update, with most members favoring a letter to the Town Board recommending the Plan be updated and STRs considered. They also agreed to invite Bill O'Neill from the ITF to discuss the STR recommendation status and to consider surveying businesses. No formal decisions were made on these topics; the only action was approving the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of 12-09-2020 and 12-16-2020 (unanimous)
• Discussed drafting a letter to the Town Board linking STRs to Comprehensive Plan update (no vote)
• Agreed to invite Bill O'Neill to discuss ITF's STR recommendation status (no vote)
• Discussed developing a business survey on tourism dependence (deferred to next meeting)