By Denise Wright
After approval of a lot line adjustment, the December 14 East Nassau Board of Trustees meeting conducted their regular business from highway department business to passing a local law.
The approximately $18,000 salt and sand bill from the Cedar Creek Tree Service and the $4,000 speed humps and signage for Hays Road were approved. The Treasurer reviewed the bills with the Board. There was a discussion on the reallocation of funds and how they are incorporated into the following year’s budget.
New York State made various amendments to the Uniform Code, which municipalities must implement through code administration and enforcement. After the public hearing for Local Law 1 of 2022, the Board approved the Type II action. This law updates the
East Nassau Code Administration and Enforcement Law from 2006.
Historian and Board member Tom Kernan reported that the cookie contest in November was a wonderful introduction to the holidays. After a two-year hiatus and a variety of changes in local businesses, more bakers than ever were willing to display their baking skills. He noted over 60 businesses contributed to the event, thanked local businesses and officials for their assistance, and noted the goodwill and community service this fun event brings.
Highway superintendent Mike Dorr submitted a quote for double chip sealing for Gardner Hill Road and Town Garage Rd. The quote will involve utilizing the state Chips funding but also approximately 30K of the ARPA funds that the Village received. The speed humps for Hays Road were discussed. They are trying to figure out the safest way to get them installed and removed. Dorr informed the Board that he plans to retire as Superintendent effective March 31, 2023. Mayor Adam Acquario thanked Dorr for his service to his community.
Members did go into an executive session with the Village attorney about a property on Dunham Hollow Road. Still, Acquario noted that the Board had made no decision at this point. Acquario mentioned that the Village would mail out the newsletter to residents during December.
The new park was noted in the Climate Smart Committee report. The Committee worked on creating trenches and prepped the area for planting in the spring. The potential names for the park submitted are Old Tavern Park, Calico Park, Levinn’s Landing, Tavern Green Park, and Tin Horns Park. The Board will review them, and should choose a name in 2023. The Board appreciated the residents’ name ideas.
Committee chair and Board member Lydia Davis reported that they hope to have the flood preparedness guide finished by the end of December.
Finally, Mayor Acquario mentioned that the Bell Park Sign needs some paint and would also like to get some quotes on possibly installing electricity there. He also noted that they would like to get the DEC to do a walk-through near the coal shed on Brainard Station Road because of concerns in that area. Stop signs on Tayer Road have been placed on hold until the Village hears back from the County.