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Town Of Ashland 12094 State Route 23 Ashland, New York 12407 Town Board Meeting June 10, 2024 Attendance Supervisor Richard E Tompkins Councilperson Scott Tuttle Councilperson James Garraghan Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez Town Clerk Dawn Thorp Highway Superintendent Larry Tompkins Absent: Councilperson John Mattice Others attending: Joseph Clark and Siobhan Moloney, Mr. Skopinsky, Travis Castle LVDV Operations, Co-Chair of Planning Board Barbara Cooke, and Heather Younes 1 & 4] The Supervisor opened the Public Hearing with the Pledge to the American flag.at 7:30PM Councilperson Scott Tuttle arrive 7:34PM Notice: Town of Ashland, Greene County New York Notice is hereby given: A Public Hearing will be held to consider a proposed Variance for a septic system, regarding set back in the Town of Ashland. The proposed Variance #2 for Joe Clark, Tax map # 77.04-1-11 at 115 North Settlement Road. The Hearing will be scheduled for June 10,2024, 7:30 PM at The Town Hall, 12094 State Route 23, Ashland, New York. All parties will be heard at that time. By Order of the Town Board, Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Dated: May 13, 2024 The Supervisor asked Mr. Clark to come up to come up to the front to the discussion of the septic blue prints being too close to the Maria Garo acre of land, this would make it impossible for her to use her land. The Supervisor is checking into the state setback with septic laws- He believes according to our town engineer, the berm cannot be less than 10 feet, from the property line. This location is too close to the Maria Garo Property, that would make it unusable to her. Councilperson Scott Tuttle asked if she might consider selling the parcel? Mr. Skopinsky, her uncle, representing her, said no she received the land from her father and does not want to sell. Joe Clark and Siobhan Moloney also own a parcel boarding their house, is it a possible option for the septic to be directed on this property? After a series of questions: 2-3] Motion By Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to close to public hearing, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan, to move to the Regular Town Board meeting at 8:00 PM, motion carried. Motion by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to hold and meet with Town Engineer, Mr. Utter and owners to find a solution and resolve the issue with septic, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 5] Comments from the Floor: No one had comments or concerns. 6] Black Top Bids: The Board only received one bid, they wanted to extend the bidding, rebid the blacktop for this year, they did not open the bid they received. Motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan to set a new bid date and notice, with a special meeting motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 7] Jesse Bernstein EMT Application: The Board reviewed the application, motion by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan to approve the hiring of Jesse Bernstein, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 8] Jalessa Ayala Resignation: Jalessa has moved, does not live in Ashland, she cannot continue as a Planning Board member. Motion to accept her resignation with regret, by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan- motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 9] Town Board Resolution# 27- CD Investments: Motion to authorize the Supervisor to do the investments made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 10] Sewer District Resolution #5: Motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle to authorize the Supervisor to balance accounts, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 11]General Fund Resolution # 7 Motion by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to balance accounts, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 Absent 1: Mattice 12] Ambulance Fees Collected A review by the board each member signed the report. 13]Town Clerk’s May report for 2024: The Board reviewed the report, motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan, to authorize the Supervisor to sign the report, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice 14]Magda Lane: Supervisor would like approval once the two items are completed from the Engineers report, the Board reviewed the Engineer’s report. There are two items that need to be corrected, 1] the engineer stated the stomps left on the side of the road need to be ground down- 2] cul-de-sac is 73 feet and is supposed to be 90 feet for the trucks and equipment to turn around. 15] ARPA Funds Youth & Veterans Programs: The board wondered about a pickle court for the public to use in the park, possible to apply for the funding. It may be possible to use the basketball area. The deadline is July 31 st for applying for funding. 16] Insurance Requirement for Community Room and Pavilion Usage: After a lengthy discussion: A motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jim Garraghan to any organization that is open to a public event- must have insurance to use the community room or pavilion, Motion was: Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice Communication: Reviewed by the board 17]Annual Senior Citizen Day- A flyer for the bulletin board with dates and times. 18] Municipal Shelter Report – the Dog shelter was inspected and is satisfactory. 19]Dog Control Officer inspection Report- Reviewed by the Board: Minutes, Planning board minutes, Travis Castles reports for Water & Sewer Motion to pay bills as written by Councilperson Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson Tuttle, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan- Nay 0 – Absent 1: Mattice General Warrant #6 41 Claims $17,916.16 Highway Warrant #6 15 Claims $7,347.89 Water District Warrant #6 7 Claims $1,274.41 Ambulance District Warrant #6 16 Claims $6,701.81 Streetlight Warrant #6 13 Claims $20,815.76 Motion by Councilperson Jeff Gozalez, seconded by Councilperson James Garraghan to close at 8:45PM all in favor. Dawn Thorp Town Clerk- Dated June 10, 2024

TOWN OF ASHLAND 12094 State Route 23 Ashland, New York 12407 January 09, 2023 Town Board Meeting Attendance Supervisor Richard E Tompkins Councilperson James Lawrence Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez Councilperson Cathi Aplin Councilperson Scott Tuttle[Title] Attending Meeting: Planning Board members Barbara Cooke, George Scherer, Jeremie Younes. 1-2 - Supervisor Richard Tompkins opened the Town Board Public Hearing and Meeting with the pledge to the flag at 7:32pm. 3] Comments from the Floor: 4] Set Back Law: To change confusion on the 1988 setback Ordinance. A motion By Councilperson Lawrence Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to open the Public Hearing for the setback Ordinance at 7:32pm, all in favor. TOWN OF ASHLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ENACT A LOCAL LAW AMENDING THE TOWN STRUCTURE ORDINANCE OF 1988 Notice is hereby given, that the Town Board of the Town of Ashland, Greene County, New York shall hold a Public Hearing at a Regular Meeting thereof held on the 9th day of January 2023 at 7:30 pm, for the purpose of accepting public comment on the enactment of a local law which amends the Town Structure Law relating to setbacks of structures. Copies of the proposed law is available at the Town Clerk’s Office. By Order of the Town Board, Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Town of Ashland Dated: December 12, 2022. Supervisor Tompkins and the councilpersons mentioned we are trying to remove confusion on the setback it needs to be clarified so everyone is not confused by the interpretation. After questions and discussion; A motion to close the public hearing on Setback, was made by Councilperson Gonzalez, seconded By Councilperson Lawrence, at 7:36PM with all in favor. 5]Public Hearing on Signs: A motion to open the Public Hearing on Signs was made by Councilperson Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez at 7:37pm with all in favor. Town of Ashland Public Hearing is to Enact a 6 (six) month moratorium Local Law on Signs: Notice is hereby given the Town of Ashland Town Board will hold a public hearing January 9th, 2023, 7:30PM at #12094 State Route 23, Ashland, New York. The purpose is to consider a Local Law, temporary town wide, six-month moratorium to study signs within the town. By Order of the Town Board, Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Councilperson Scott Tuttle arrived at 7:37pm The town has received feedback, regarding signs, within the town. This is to help the town have some control as to types of signs and where they can be within the town. Several questions were asked about types of signs. This moratorium will give the board time to study the options out there. Note; State DOT gives rules and regulations but they do not enforce them, it is the towns responsibilities to enforce them. A motion to close the public Hearing was made By Councilperson Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Lawrence at 7:42pm with all in favor. 8] The rate of mileage as per our accountant’s notified the Town that IRS rate is .655 a mile. A motion to set our rate to 65 cents a mile was made by Councilperson Aplin seconded by Councilperson Lawrence, motion, Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay A motion to approve the setback law as written made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Lawrence, motion, Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay A motion to approve the 6-month Sign moratorium law made by Councilperson Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Aplin motion was: Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 9] Town Board Resolution #1: Procurement Policy A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Tuttle to accept this resolution, motion Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution #2: Cash Management Policy: A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to accept this resolution, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution #3: To pre-pay Utility Bills and other certain invoices that would generate late fees. A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Aplin to accept this resolution, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution #4: Appointments of positions for 2023 Supervisor read each position: A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Aplin to accept this resolution, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution # 5: Newspaper for the Town: Catskill daily Mail A motion made by Councilperson Aplin, Seconded by Councilperson Tuttle to accept this resolution, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution #6: Banks of Record: National bank of Coxsackie and NBT A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Aplin to accept this resolution, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution #7: Equalization rates – Tabled until we check the rates with Nancy Bower Town Board Resolution #8: To Authorize the Supervisor to use from Highway Fund Unappropriated Fund Balance to balance the accounts in 2022. A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to do this transaction, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay Town Board Resolution # 9: To authorize the Supervisor to use $30,687.52 from General Fund Unappropriated fund balance to balance accounts in 2022. A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence to authorize the Supervisor to do this transaction, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 10] General Fund Resolution #1 Authorize the Supervisor to balance accounts. A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to make the following transfers, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle, 0 Nay 11] Highway Resolution #1: Authorize the Supervisor to Balance Accounts. A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to make the following transfers, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle, 0 Nay 12] Water District Resolution #1: Authorize the Supervisor to Balance Accounts. A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to make the following transfers, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle, 0 Nay 13] Sewer District Resolution #1 Authorize the Supervisor to Balance Accounts A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, Seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez to authorize the Supervisor to make the following transfers, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle, 0 Nay 14] Attorney for the Town- Tal Rappleyea yearly contract: A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence to authorize the Supervisor to sign the contract, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 15] Contract for 2023 Maintenance Agreement for IBM typewriter: A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence to authorize the Supervisor to sign the contract, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 16]Town Clerk’s December 2022 Report: After review: A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence to authorize the Supervisor to sign the Town Clerks Report, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 17]Town Clerk’s January – December 2022 yearly report. After review. A motion made by Councilperson Tuttle, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence to authorize the Supervisor to sign the Town Clerks Yearly Report, motion; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 18]Ambulance Fees Collected for December 2022- Were read reviewed and signed by the board. 19]Hourly Ambulance contract personnel of $18.00 per hour. A motion made by Councilperson Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Gonzales, to pass the hourly rate of $18.00 per hour for Ambulance Service payroll- motion; Adopted: 5 Yes-Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay 20] Ambulance Quarters: The Supervisor gave the board some information on options to proceed with the quarters. A motion to move to executive session to discuss personnel made by Councilperson Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Tuttle, at 8:35pm, all in favor. A motion to close executive session made by Councilperson Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Gonzalez For review by the Board: Travis Castle of WWTP report was given to the board members for review. 21] Ag & Market Shelter report December 2022- as of January 03,2023 22] Blast & Seismograph report of November 2022 Pay Bills: A motion to pay bills as written was made by Councilperson Aplin, Seconded by Councilperson Lawrence, motion was; Adopted: 5 Yes Tompkins, Lawrence, Gonzalez, Aplin, Tuttle 0 Nay General Fund Warrant #1 46 Claims $29,296.67 Highway Fund Warrant #1 7 Claims $25,778.55 Water District Warrant #1 5 Claims $ 4,285.50 WWTP Warrant # 1 22 Claims $69,360.27 A motion to close made By Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, to close at 8:48PM Motion carried. __________________ Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Dated: January 9, 2023

[TOWN OF ASHLAND 12094 State Route 23 Ashland, New York 12407 April 10, 2023 Town Board Meeting Attendance Supervisor Richard E Tompkins Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez Councilperson Cathi Aplin Councilperson Scott Tuttle Absent: Councilperson James Lawrence Attending Meeting: George Scherer-Planning Board member, Nathan Cearley, Jane Sarah Posner, Erica Bradbary, Curley & April Brimberry, Heather Younes 1 -2] Supervisor Richard Tompkins opened the Town Board Meeting with the pledge to the flag at 7:35pm. 3] Comments from the Floor: Jane Sarah Posner addressed the board with questions regarding the Solar moratorium, she is concerned about her project of roof panels, NYSEG & other incentives are time sensitive, and costs increasing. The Supervisor and board advised her they were close to completing the law, within a month or so. Mr. Brimberry of Magda Lane wanted to first thank the Fire Department for responding so quickly to the electrical fire. He wanted to know the steps needed to turn the road over to the Town. The Board will contact the Town Attorney to get details for him, make sure the town clerk has your contact info. Erica Bradbary: asked about putting toys for the Dogs in the Dog park- The Supervisor asked her to call the office Diane, can help you with this project. She also stated there is a hole in the fence. The supervisor asked the town clerk to make note of it for him. 4] Proposed Variance: Nathan Cearley has a septic that is failing, he has paperwork for the septic, from all departments, he needs the board to consider a variance of 10 feet. A motion made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to set a public hearing for May 8th at 7:30pm, prior to the board meeting, motion; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle, - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 6]New Lease for Ambulance Quarters: The new owners of the apartment building, formerly Howard & Rosemarie Drum, which we lease to house Ambulance crews, the new owner has given us a lease for 6 months, increasing the amount per month by $100.00, and advised us the we will be paying the electric now. A motion made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin to authorize the Supervisor to sign the lease, motion; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle- Nay 0, Absent 1 Lawrence 7] Site Plan Review Law: The supervisor sent each board member copies of the site plan law to review, he asked them to decide if we need any changes. 8] Dental & Vision Rider with current policy: The Supervisor asked Heather explain the rider as she had been doing the research on it, with Diane. It will be an option, and paid for by the employee if chosen. A motion to approve the rider was made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, motion; Adopted: Aye 4 - Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle- Nay 0, - Absent 1 Lawrence 9] Ambulance Fees Collected: These were reviewed by the board and signed. 10] Employees & Payroll Policies: The policy was approved pending a few changes. A motion to accept the policies made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 11] Resolution to Object: The Governor’s NY Housing Compact Proposal: The Supervisor read the proposal, the board discussed it, this allows the state to be exempt, from local town laws, building codes, and local zoning. A motion was made By Councilperson Cathi Aplin seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle to oppose this Governors Housing Compact, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 12] Town Board Resolutions: #13- Loan from General to Water usage: The board authorized the Supervisor the loan from General Fund to Water Usage until funds becomes available. A motion was made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, to accept this resolution, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence #14 Adoption of the Annual sewer Billing for 2023: in the amount of $10,621.53. A motion was made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, to accept this resolution, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence #15 Adoption of the Annual Water District billing (debt Service) in the amount of $33,840.00 A motion to accept this resolution was made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence #16 Authorize the Supervisor to use the sum of $110,000.00 of to balance accounts for 2023. A motion was made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle to authorize the supervisor to balance accounts, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 13] General Fund Resolution# 3 of 2023: Balance accounts A motion was made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin to authorize this resolution to balance accounts, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 14] Sewer District Resolution #2 of 2023 Balance accounts. A motion was made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to authorize this resolution, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence Mountain Top District Ambulance: The Supervisor has been in contact with the town attorney and other officials regarding the Mountain Top Ambulance District. We have the municipal Certificate of Need, after a discussion of events involved, the State is sitting on several bills to help local emergency issues. A motion to apply for a conventional Municipal Certificate- was made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, motion was; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence 15] Update on Carver Bridge: The supervisor received an email from Lamont, he shared with the board- the temporary shoring of the bridge to stabilize it, until funding is secured to re-align it increase the size and armor the bank. 16] Town Clerk’s October Report: A motion made after review by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to authorize Supervisor Tompkins to sign the town clerk’s March 2023 report, motion; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle- Nay 0 - Absent 1 Lawrence 17] – CWC Reports Stonewater Retrofit Program - read for information. 18] Update of Hunter Landfill: The Supervisor said, the towns are looking into the sunset of this project. Our accounting firm asked for paperwork, Dawn has been working with Hunter clerk and others to find the original paperwork. Tim Gonzalez Payroll update: Tim passed his CDL license on September 27, 2022 His pay rate will increase by $1.00 per hour- retroactive to the date he received his license. A motion to update Tim’s hourly rate and make it retroactive as of 9/27/22 made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, motion; Adopted: Aye 3 Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 - Abstained 1 Gonzalez- Absent 1 Lawrence Diane’s Pay: The Supervisor asked the board that we add $5.76 to Diane’s current hourly rate of pay, this will then eliminate the Ambulance Administration quarterly stipends going forward. A motion made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez to approve this change, motion; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 - Absent 1 Lawrence Communications: 19] Catskill Mountain Housing Corp. 20] Honor to Vietnam Veteran 21] Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District Pay Bills: A motion to pay bills as written made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle motion; Adopted: Aye 4 Gonzalez, Tompkins, Aplin, Tuttle - Nay 0 Absent 1 Lawrence General Fund Warrant #4 - 52 Claims $135,990.43 Highway Fund Warrant #4 - 6 Claims $3,335.80 Water District Warrant #4 - 3 Claims $ 858.89 Street Lights Warrant #4 - 1 Claim $ 132.07 WWTP Warrant # 4 12 Claims $33,380.99 A motion to close made By Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, to close at 9:07PM motion carried. ____________________________ Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk- Dated: April 10, 2023

Town Of Ashland 12094 State Route 23 Ashland, New York 12407 Town Board Meeting April 8, 2024 Attendance Supervisor Richard E Tompkins Councilperson Scott Tuttle Councilperson James Garraghan Councilperson John Mattice Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez Town Clerk Dawn Thorp Highway Superintendent Larry Tompkins Attending: Travis Castle, Nancy Lawrence, Matt Krom 1-2] Supervisor Tompkins opened the meeting at 7:34PM with the Pledge to the American Flag. 4] Nancy Lawrence – Water District Extension Inquiry: Supervisor Tompkins asked Nancy Lawrence to ask her questions re: The Water District- She stated her spring is good in the winter months but is not usable in the warm weather, the well water is horrible and not great. She wondered if the water district could be extended to her property. The Supervisor said we are in the process of the water extension to Mayers, we had not planned to go that far originally, the problem we have, unless there is funding available- we are using the funding we take in for this project which we are doing in house. There is not any reason you can contact people see if they are interested. At one time the Trailer Park had asked about connecting. So, there may be a possibility of going further. 3] Mathew Krom – Matt stated, added the extension, 18 yrs. Ago, he took down the previous shed, rebuilt it during covid. He will need to get with Dawn- you will need to send the neighbors information return receipts before the next meeting. Supervisor asked for a motion, Councilperson Scott Tuttle made a motion to schedule a public Hearing for The Kroms May 13 th , at 7:30 PM, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice, motion was Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice Nay 0 3]Comments from the Floor: Travis gave a report: the flow is up some. Yearly maintenance- letters have been set. Copies of Water & Sewer Reports and monthly reports to the Board for review. 5] Bob Myers: Mutual Aid for Code enforcement. He has been called to go to another town, if we do this, the other towns must agree to do this. Motion by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice to agree to Mutual Aid of code enforcement in other towns, motion was; Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, Nay 0 6] Application: Chris Hamilton would like to be a driver for the Ambulance: Motion made by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice, motion was; Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice Nay 0 7]MVP Health Insurance: Silver 8 Plan: Finance the deductible, the amount decided on is half. Motion made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson James to pay one half of the deductible. Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 8]Ambulance Contract Update: Still waiting on Prattsville, they have a meeting tonight, Rich stated since their meeting is tonight, he said to Supervisor Cross, why don’t you wait till Wednesday, instead of today’s deadline. The Board members asked for a recap on their amount for the year, Rich stated it is approximately $200,000. Less the billed patients amount we receive. Prattsville is concerned about how we invest the money, but so far this year we cannot invest since, we have not received anything from Prattsville for 2024. 9]Town Board Resolutions: TB Res.#20 Billing for 202420 Annual Sewer in the amount of $11,348.70. Motion made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle. adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 TB Res.#21 Annual Water District Billing of Debt Service in the amount of $33,840.00, motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, Nay 0 TB Res.#22 Authorize Certificates of Deposit motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice, motion was adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 TB Res.#23 Authorize Certificates of deposits since there are multiple investments list attached to original resolution. Motion by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice, Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, Nay 0 10] Ambulance District Fund Resolution #1 Authorize Supervisor to balance accounts – A motion by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson James Garraghan, motion was; motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, Adopted; 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 11] General Fund Resolution # 6 – Authorize the Supervisor to balance accounts- motion by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Councilperson James Garraghan, Adopted; 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 12]Water District Resolution #3 to balance accounts: Motion to authorize the Supervisor to make the following transfers to balance accounts to made by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson John Mattice, motion was: Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 13] Town clerk’s report for March 2024: After review, a motion made by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, motion was; Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 14]Review Ambulance Fees Collected: The board members reviewed and signed the account sheets for March 2024. 15] Prices on replacing flower beds at the Town Hall: The bid was reviewed. Informational: 16] For Information: Warner Brothers Movie “The Bride” will be filming at Cave Mountain Motel- Dawn & Rich received information on the event. 17] Coalition of Watershed Towns: Nominee for regular and Alternate Member 18] NY Rural Water Association: Ballot Pay Warrants: General Warrant #4 18 Claims $ 63,856.12 Highway Warrant #4 14 Claims $ 3,38.35 Water Dist Warrant #4 11 Claims $9,731.59 WWTP Warrant #4 15 Claims $55,346.98 A motion to accept Warrants as written: Motion made by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, motion was; Adopted: 5 Aye Tuttle, Gonzalez, Tompkins, Garraghan, Mattice, nay 0 Motion to Close at 8:31PM made by Councilperson James Garraghan, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, motion carried. ___________________________ Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Dated: April 8, 2024

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Ashland Historical Association, Inc. Ashland Historical Association meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 5:00 PM at the Town Hall. All members are welcome to attend any meeting. To ensure our future growth and success we are seeking new volunteers for various committees to continue to achieve our goals. Please download our new Membership Application here For more info please contact Samerna Rion @ 518 734-3471 Ashland Historical Association, Inc. Edition 8 February, 2008 Edition 9 August 22, 2008 September, 2011 September, 2014 September, 2017 West Settlement Church Project The History of Ashland Farming by Michelle Fancher Early l7th and l8th Century farmers endured very rough pioneer life while adapting to the new environment of the Catskills. Many began their farms alone, clearing land and building their homes by themselves, sending for their families once established. Harnessing oxen and horses for power, they used crude wooden plows to carve out fields for crops, however, much of the land was so rocky that many raised sheep. Many early crops consisted of wheat, corn, oats, and barley. Those crops were all sowed by hand, cultivated with a hoe, hand-cut with a sickle and threshed using a flail. Not until the late 18th century were many machines such as the cradle and scythe, cotton gin and cast iron plow invented to make the farmer's lives easier. Officers Samerna Rion President Dawn Thorp Vice President Stanley Fancher Secretary/Treasurer Samerna Rion Town Historian Samerna Rion - Town Historian Erik Allan & Janet Post- Permanent Historical Board Members

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TOWN OF ASHLAND 12094 State Route 23 Ashland, New York 12407 June 12, 2023 Town Board Meeting Attendance Supervisor Richard E Tompkins Councilperson Cathi Aplin Councilperson James Lawrence Councilperson Scott Tuttle Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez Highway Superintendent Larry Tompkins Town Clerk: Dawn Thorp In attendance: Bob Myers Code Enforcement, Darren Elsom Kaaterskill Assoc., Emily & Robert Wagner, Christian Denniston Kaaterskill Associates, Eddie Warren of Magda Lane. 6]Supervisor Tompkins opened the meeting with the pledge to the flag at 7:30 pm. Mr.& Mrs. Wagner were asking questions of Darren from Kaaterskill Associates prior to the Public Hearing, they reviewed the plans and location of water and septic. 1]Public Hearing: MDA Properties, LLC Variance for proposed Septic and Well: Supervisor Tompkins asked for a Motion to open the Public Hearing; A motion was made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson James Lawrence to open the public hearing at 7:45pm, all in favor. The board discussed the blue prints and property lines with Darren the Engineer, the elevation and footage of the property, distance of leaching and ledges above, after a discussion with all parties; 2]A motion to Close the Public Hearing on MDA Properties at 7:52PM made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, all in favor. 3] Public Hearing on Solar Energy Systems Proposed Law: The Supervisor asked for a motion to open the public hearing on Solar. A motion to open the Public Hearing on Solar at 7:53 PM was made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzales, all in favor. Supervisor Tompkins asked if anyone had questions or needed to know anything regarding the proposed Solar Law. The Code Enforcement Officer Bob Myers had a few questions concerning refurbishing property, if the panels are shut down, and a Reclamation Bond. There was a discussion on the need of this Law, the fact that the state is pushing for solar which may not be a bad thing, and taxpayers could have fields of solar next to their property line, this is something we are trying to help keep in line with this law. 4]A motion to close the public hearing at 8:10pm made by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson James Lawrence all in favor . 5]Supervisor Tompkins asked for a motion to open the regular meeting: A motion made at 08:11PM by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded By Councilperson Scott Tuttle to open the regular meeting. A motion to approve the variance of MDA Properties made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin motion; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 A motion to approve the Solar Law - made by Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson James Lawrence, motion; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 8]Ryan Bulle Proposed Variance for a subdivision: Christian Denniston of Kaaterskill Associates had the engineering plans for a proposed subdivision, of Ryan Landscapes. There is a little over 40 feet between the storage units and office building, which they want to separate, and it leaves 20 feet with the division of the property. They would like the board to consider the variance of 20 feet. The two parcels would have separate entrances, Ryan would like to add an easement so both properties can use either entrance. The board asked for a location of the septic and well to be included on the plans. The supervisor asked the board to set a public Hearing. A motion to set a Public Hearing on July 10th, 2023 at 7:30pm before the regular meeting was made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilman Jeff Gonzalez, motion was; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 7] Comments from the floor: Eddie Warren representing Mr. Brimbery came to bring the forms from 50% of the 13 taxpayers on Magda Lane. He gave the documents to the Town Clerk. He and the board discussed the issues of access in case of emergency to the houses on the road. The Supervisor explained how the special district will work. 9] Insurance: The Supervisor wanted the Board to know with the change of Insurance companies which saves us a sizable amount, we may have to consider putting the people getting 1099-misc. to payroll, and W/2’s. We are still working on this with the CPA’s office and the Town Attorney . 10] 3,000-gallon tank in a tub: RTE has a tank at what was Wes’s Garage, there are people interested in purchasing it. If the board is interested, RTE will give the Town first refusal. The Highway garage needs a tank, this tank is set up, wired with a pump, ready to go . 11] CBDG Grant: May meeting they had asked to increase the $50,000. limit with grant proposals. For a project that will be higher. We did not receive information on the project – Councilperson Cathi Aplin suggested we ask for more information regarding their request before a decision is made. Dawn contacted Antonia and asked for information on the amount and details of the proposal. After discussion: A motion to approve the increase was made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez. Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 12] Nancy Bower- Property Inventory Proposal. Board has it to review, will set up a meeting with Nancy to discuss this further. 13]Ordinance regarding Specification for Town Roads and Streets in the Town of Ashland: The ordinance needs updating with the base going from bank run to item 4 and the pitch. The board reviewed. A motion to set a Public Hearing for specification of town roads on July 10, 2023 at 7:30PM after the variance, made By Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, seconded by Councilperson James Lawrence. Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 14] General Fund Resolution # 5 Balance Accounts: A motion made by Cathi Aplin, Seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle to authorize this resolution motion; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 15] Town Board Resolution # 19: Unappropriated fund to balance accounts in General Fund, increase revenues in Appropriated fund Balance, increase appropriation account. A motion made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Jeff Gonzalez, to authorize this resolution, motion Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 The supervisor asked the board to correct by a motion on payroll for Tom Mattice, he was quoted $17.00 an hour for pay, but it was set paid $16.00 an hour. A motion made By Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle to retroactively pay Tom Mattice $17.00 motion; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 16]Greene County Highway: Speed limit on county route 63. The County sent a letter to investigation of County Route 63 between State Route 23 and County Route 10 if we agree, by resolution. A motion to investigate the speed limit and do the resolution made By Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, motion. Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 17]ARPA Fund Expenditure Attestation: Read by the board for information. 18] WWTP- Change Order for Jet Ports: A motion to approve change order of Jet Ports made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded By Councilperson Cathi Aplin motion, Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 19] Application for Ambulance: Melissa Krom has applied for the Ambulance she is an EMT. Application was reviewed. A motion to hire Melissa Krom was made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, motion; Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 20] Town Clerk’s May Report: After review, A motion made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded by Councilperson Cathi Aplin to authorize the Supervisor to sign the report, motion Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 21]Ambulance Fees Collected: The board reviewed and signed the report. 22]Records Room Update: No one has gotten back to the Supervisor for the project. 23]Tax Collection Report was given to each Board member for review. 24]Municipal Shelter Inspection Report: Mr. Feml’s inspection was Satisfactory -Read & reviewed by the board. Water Inspections: The Supervisor talked with Henry, with the Board’s agreement Henry will cover the Water inspections. A motion to approve was made by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, seconded by Jeff Gonzalez, motion Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 Bills: A motion to pay bills as written was made by Councilperson James Lawrence, seconded By Councilperson Cathi Aplin motion Adopted: Aye 5 Tompkins-Lawrence- Aplin-Tuttle- Gonzalez Nay 0 General Fun Warrant #6 62 Claims: $76,921.22 Highway Fund Warrant# 6 13 Claims: $4,344.01 Streetlight Warrant #6 1 Claim: $123.39 Water District Warrant # 6 6 Claims: $1407.32 WWTP Warrant # 6 16Claims: $25,969.26 A motion to go into Executive session regarding personnel at 9:05PM made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, all in favor. A motion to return to the board meeting and close at 9:38PM made by Councilperson Cathi Aplin, seconded by Councilperson Scott Tuttle, all in favor. _____________________________ Dawn Thorp, Town Clerk Dated June 12, 2023

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