WORKSHOP - Board Room - 6:15 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
COMMUNITY EVENTS
The “BUY A BRICK” program for the Halfmoon Veterans Walk of Honor at the Halfmoon Veterans Memorial in the Town Park is now accepting orders. Create a lasting tribute for your veteran. For more information, please call 371-7410 ext. 2200 or visit our website www.townofhalfmoon-ny.gov.
FARMER’S MARKET: Every Wednesday from 2-5 at Abele Park, across from Town Hall. Come visit our local farms, crafters, and vendors that will be on hand every week.
VETERAN'S BREAKFAST – In recognition of the courageous service and sacrifice of America’s Armed Forces, the Town of Halfmoon will host a complementary Veterans Breakfast on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 9am at the Halfmoon Senior Center, located at 285 Lower Newtown Road.
CONCERT IN THE PARK – Friday, June 14th from 6:30 – 9:00pm at the Stage in the Town Park. Joe Adee & the Lug Nuts will be playing under the stars!
SENIOR CENTER SPRING BAZAAR AND CHICKEN BBQ.
The Halfmoon Seniors will be holding their Spring Bazaar on Saturday June 15, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Grandma's Treasures, Crafters, Quilters, and the Best Baked Goods in Town!!
Miller's Chicken BBQ from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. 1/2 chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, and corn bread all for $15.00!!
Tickets can be purchased at the Senior Center and the Town Clerk's Office - Your support for our Seniors is appreciated!!!
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE MEETING June 20, 2024 at 6 pm in the A. James Bold Meeting Room. Residents are welcome to attend.
HALFMOON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE PAGE is now live at https://www.planhalfmoon.com/ . Visit the website to find out more about the Halfmoon Comprehensive Plan Update, learn about upcoming meetings, review draft documents, get added to email announcements and to share your own comments about the future of Halfmoon.
Join the Town of Halfmoon as we honor Revolutionary War Captain Elias Steenbergh by dedicating his headstone provided by the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs and placed next to his wife Katherine in the Middletown Cemetery on Grange Road, just off Halfmoon Drive. The unveiling will be held on Thursday, June 27th at 2:00pm. This is one of the many events that the 250th Commission will hold leading up to the 250th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War.
HALFMOON CELEBRATIONS DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK.
Friday, June 28th at the Halfmoon Town Park, 162 Route 236, Halfmoon.
Free Admission, and free popcorn and water for all, while supplies last. Movie begins at dusk (approx. 8:30 pm)
Visit Halfmoon Celebrations website for more information at: halfmooncelebrations.org
TOWN MEETINGS:
*If a Monday meeting falls on a holiday, the meeting will be held the next day (Tuesday).
• Town Board: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM
Pre-meeting at 6:15 PM
• Zoning Board of Appeals: 1st Monday* of the month at 7:00 PM
Pre-meeting at 6:45 PM
• Planning Board: 2nd and 4th Monday* of the month at 7:00 PM
Pre-meeting at 6:15 PM
• Trails & Open Space Committee: 3rd Monday* of the 3rd month at 7:00 PM, unless
otherwise announced.
REPORTS OF BOARD MEMBERS AND TOWN ATTORNEY
Kevin J. Tollisen (Town Supervisor)
Paul Hotaling (Deputy Town Supervisor)
a. Chair of Personnel Committee
b. Ethics Committee
c. Liaison to Trails & Open Space Committee
d. Chair of Infrastructure & Safety (Water, Highway, Building & Maintenance)
e. Co-Chair for Character Counts
John Wasielewski (Town Board Member)
a. Liaison to Planning Board
b. Chair of Committee of Emergency Services & Public Safety
c. Liaison to Animal Control and related services
Jeremy Connors (Town Board Member)
a. Liaison to Zoning Board
b. Chair of Business and Economic Development Committee
c. Chair for Not-for-Profit Organizations
d. Liaison to Comprehensive Plan Update Committee
Eric Catricala
a. Co-Liaison to Planning Board
b. Co-Chair of Business and Economic Development Committee
c. Chair for Parks and Athletics Organizations
d. Chair for Recreation
e. Co-Chair for Character Counts
f. Liaison to Trails & Open Space Committee
Lynda Bryan (Town Clerk)
a. Chair of Senior Programs
b. Chair of Committee on Historical Archives
Dana Cunniff (Receiver of Taxes)
a. Chair of Committee on Resident Relations
Lyn Murphy, Esq. (Town Attorney)
Cathy Drobny, Esq. (Deputy Town Attorney)
PUBLIC COMMENT (For discussion of agenda items)
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
DEPARTMENT MANAGER MONTHLY REPORTS
Animal Control, Assessor, Recreation, Senior Express, Town Clerk, Receiver of Taxes, Water
CORRESPONDENCE
OLD BUSINESS
Consideration of the amendment to the local law to add Recreation as an acceptable use in C-1 Commercial, LI-C Light Industrial, W-1 Waterfront Mixed Use and M-2 Clean Manufacturing.
NEW BUSINESS
169. Resolution approve Town Board Meeting Minutes of May 15, 2024.
Resolution that the Town Board approve minutes of Town Board Meeting of May 15, 2024, as presented.
Resolution Introduced by Town Clerk Bryan
170. Resolution to hire Benjamin Weeks
Resolution that the Town Board appoints Benjamin Weeks as a part time, seasonal, Highway Laborer, at Grade 2 Base pay $21.32 per hour effective June 6, 2024, subject to pre-employment drug testing
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans.
171. Resolution to hire MJ Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C.
Resolution authorizing MJ Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. to provide professional services associated with the evaluation for a potential crosswalk on Werner Road in accordance with the proposal submitted by MJ Engineering via email on May 16, 2024, in the not to exceed amount of $3,500.00, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Building, Planning Development Coordinator Harris.
172. Resolution authorizing the Summer Recreation Program to attend Sparetime.
Resolution, that the Town Board authorizes the expenditure of $3,325.00 to permit those enrolled in the summer recreation program to attend the program detailed in invoice #38591452 from Sparetime Entertainment, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Recreation Director Department of Aging and Youth Hayes.
173. Resolution authorizing the Summer Recreation Program to attend The Fun Spot.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the expenditure of $7,125.00 to permit those enrolled in the summer recreation program to attend the program detailed for July 10 and July 17, 2024, from The Fun Spot and allow the Supervisor to sign any necessary documentation, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Recreation Director Department of Aging and Youth Hayes.
174. Resolution authorizing the Summer Recreation Program to rent from Bounce Around.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the expenditure of $4,735.50 to rent inflatables for the enjoyment of those enrolled in the summer recreation program as detailed in invoices #34554-34563 from Bounce Around and authorize the Supervisor to sign any documentation necessary to effectuate the rental, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Offered by Recreation Director Department of Aging and Youth Hayes.
175. Resolution to enter into an Agreement with Evolution Construction Services.
Resolution authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Evolution Construction Services to provide services associated with milling and paving of the Town of Halfmoon Water Plant in the not to exceed amount of $17,440.97 pursuant to County Contract 24PWPSR-46R and to authorize the Supervisor to sign any documentation necessary to complete the work, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Water & Building Maintenance Supervisor Tironi.
176. Resolution authorizes the installation of an LED street light by NYSEG.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the installation of an LED street light by NYSEG at the intersection of Parkford Drive and Route 146 in the Town of Halfmoon, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans.
177. Resolution authorizing renewal of Mobile Home Park Licenses for the 2024-2025 licensing year.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the renewal of the Mobile Home Park License for the 2024-2025 licensing year, per the inspection and approval of the Director of Code Enforcement as follows: Arrowhead MHP, Gregoire MHP, Halfmoon Heights, Hanson's Halfmoon MHC, Martindale Court, Mid-Way MHP, Springbrook, West Crescent MHP, and Vosburgh MHP, UMH Properties Inc.
Resolution Introduced by Coordinator of Building, Planning & Development Harris.
178. Resolution to enter into an Agreement with Delaware and Hudson Railroad Company.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Superintendent of Highways to enter into an Agreement with Delaware and Hudson Railroad Company (D&H) doing business as Canadian Pacific for a Right of Way License Agreement to permit paving on Lower Newtown Road as required by the Railroad Company when within fifty feet of the centerline of the railroad tracks and to authorize the Superintendent of Highways to execute any documentation necessary to effectuate the Agreement, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans
179. Resolution that the Town Board hereby appoints Paul Buckley as a permanent Code Enforcement Officer.
Resolution that the Town Board hereby appoints Paul Buckley as a permanent Code Enforcement Officer effective immediately to be paid at current grade and step, as he has successfully completed his Civil Service Exam.
Resolution Introduced by Building, Planning Development Coordinator Harris.
180. Resolution authorizing the Highway Superintendent to dispose of a dumpster that is no longer of use.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Superintendent of Highways to dispose of a dumpster deemed no longer of use to the Town of Halfmoon, and authorizes the Superintendent of Highways to dispose the dumpster to a scrap yard and to collect the value of the dumpster as scrap metal.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans.
181. Resolution authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with SRI Fire Sprinkler, LLC.
Resolution Resolution that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with SRI Fire Sprinkler, LLC. to perform a 5 year dry system assessment of the internal condition of piping on the fire sprinkler system at the Club House, Town Hall, Parks and Recreation, Water, and Highway in the not to exceed amount of $8,565.00, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney
Resolution Introduced by Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds Maiello.
182. Resolution that the Town Board hereby authorizes the sale of a Wain Roy ¼ yard Hydraulic Grapple on Auction International.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Superintendent of Highways to dispose of a Wain Roy 1/4 Yard Hydraulic Grapple, Model #009915 deemed no longer of use to the Town of Halfmoon, and authorizes the Superintendent of Highways to place on Auctions International for sale
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans
183. Resolution that the Town Board hereby appoints Paul Marlow as Senior Planning/Storm Water Management Technician/Storm Water Program Coordinator.
Resolution that the Town Board hereby appoints Paul Marlow as Senior Planning/Storm Water Management Technician/Storm Water Program Coordinator effective immediately to be paid at current grade and step, in compliance with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requirements, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Building and Planning Development Coordinator Harris
184. Resolution authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Canopy Roofing & Sheetmetal, Inc.
Resolution authorizing the Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Canopy Roofing & Sheetmetal, Inc. to provide services associated with the repair of the metal roof on the Town of Halfmoon Water Plant in the not to exceed amount of $16,430.00 pursuant to proposal #24-914 dated May 13, 2024 and to authorize the Supervisor to sign any documentation necessary to complete the work, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution introduced by Superintendent of Water & Building Maintenance Supervisor Tironi
185. Resolution that the Town Board hereby authorizes the sale of a 2019 Chevy 2500 HD Pickup Truck and a 2007 Condor Scissor Lift on Auctions International.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Superintendent of Water & Building Maintenance dispose of a 2019 Chevy 2500 HD Pickup, and a 2007 Condor Scissor Lift, both deemed no longer of use to the Town, and to list these items on Auctions International. Subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Water & Building Maintenance Supervisor Tironi
186. Resolution that the Town Board hereby accepts the monies from the Capital Region Transportation Council for the Halfmoon/Clifton Park County Route 109 Corridor Study.
Resolution that the Town Board hereby acknowledges and accepts $150,000.00 from the Capital Region Transportation Council for the Halfmoon/Clifton Park County Route 109 Corridor Study to be utilized to study the corridor and determine how to best address the traffic issues in the study corridor and authorizes the Supervisor to sign any necessary documentation to proceed with the study, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highway Bryans.
187. Resolution for waiver of 30-Day waiting period for Caputo's Pizzeria of Clifton Park Inc. application for NYS Liquor License.
Resolution Introduced by Town Clerk Bryan
188. Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into an Interagency Agreement for mutual aid and assistance with the Halfmoon Waterford Fire District #1.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into an Interagency Agreement for mutual aid and assistance with the Halfmoon Waterford Fire District #1 for mutual aid and assistance services and authorize the Supervisor to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the agreement, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney’s Office.
Resolution Introduced by Superintendent of Highways Bryans
189. Resolution authorizing the purchase of a Sharp copier from Universal Office Products, USA.
Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into an Agreement with Universal Office Products, USA for the purchase of a Sharp MX-6071 full color copier at a cost not to exceed $4,750.00 and authorizes the Supervisor to execute any documentation necessary for the purchase, subject to the review and approval of the Town Attorney.
Resolution Introduced by Personal Computer Tech Mikol
190. Resolution that the Town Board authorizes the Comptroller to make the attached Creation of Appropriations.
A resolution is necessary to create the following budget amendment of appropriations and revenues in the Special Revenue Fund for engineering fees for on-site quality inspections. These funds are developer’s monies held in escrow by the Town in a regular checking account and used for the payment of costs for that particular project. This resolution is necessary to comply with proper accounting procedures as set forth by NYS Department of Audit and Control
Resolution Introduced by Comptroller Hatter
DEBIT: Revenues 25-980 $4,759.00
Subsidiary: Home & Community Services
25-4-2189.00 $4,759.00
CREDIT: Appropriations 25-960 $4,759.00
Subsidiary: Engineering Contractors Inspections
25-5-1440.40 $4,759.00
Information Only: The above was derived from the following breakdown of charges to be paid on June 6, 2024, Abstract for engineering and related fees.
NAME AMOUNT
Creekview Estates $4,759.00
Total $4,759.00
PUBLIC COMMENT (For discussion of non-agenda items)
ADJOURN