The Town of Washington is seeking a vendor to operate the Concession Stand at the Town Park located at 3744 Route 44 in Mabbettsville. Interested persons should contact Recreation Director Warren McMillan at 677-8278 to make arrangements to view the facility.
A minimum bid of $1,300.00 is required. A menu and price list must be submitted with your proposal. Changes to the menu and prices are to be approved by the Recreation Director.
The Town Park will be open on weekends from May 29 – June 12 on weekends and daily from June 19 – August 22, 2010. The hours of Concession Stand operation are to be from 12 noon – 6:00 PM, Monday – Friday, and 12 noon to 6:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday when the pool is open. Operation of the concession stand during the weekend soccer season is encouraged by the town but it is at the option of the lessee. Soccer season operates September 1 – November 1.
The Lessee is responsible for retaining all necessary permits from the Dutchess County Department of Health. The lessee is also responsible for propane and for keeping the concession stand and surrounding area clean. Water, electricity and garbage are provided by the Town.
The lessee is required to provide the Town with General Liability Insurance ($1,000,000.) and provide proof of Workers Compensation Insurance. The Recreation Director and Park Caretaker will have access to the concession stand area for maintenance and periodic inspections. As part of the lease agreement, a list of all persons who will work at the Concession Stand must be presented to and approved by the Recreation Director before commencement of the lease.
During the park season, the concession stand lessee is the sole vendor to general park patrons. Private pavilion parties have the right to hire vendors/caterers for their parties.
A letter of interest must be delivered to the Town Clerk’s office by Thursday, April 8, 2010 by 2:00 PM in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Concession Stand Proposal.” The address is Town of Washington Town Clerk, 10 Reservoir Dr., P O Box 667, Millbrook, NY 12545.
March 5th, 2010
Supervisor Prisco and Town Clerk Alex have just finished participating in a Municipal Conference Call with representatives from Central Hudson. There are about 1,000 properties in the Town without power. Central Hudson crews and emergency crews from other states are working around the clock to restore power.
Central Hudson is warning that the upcoming storm might be a major event with 70 MPH winds and up to 24 inches of snow. Additional power may be lost as the storm continues through Friday afternoon. There may be extended power outages through the weekend. It is suggested that residents prepare their homes with food, water, batteries, etc.
Supervisor Prisco has been in touch with Mayor Ciferri and Superintendent of Schools Lloyd Jaeger and communication will continue as required. Mayor Ciferri is in contact with fire department personnel. Updated information will be provided whenever necessary. The Town will use local radio stations to share information with our residents.
February 24th, 2010
The Town of Washington Comprehensive Plan Committee will be meeting on Monday, February 22nd at 7:00 PM to discuss the Visioning Statement. River Street will not be present at the meeting.
February 19th, 2010
The Comprehensive Plan Committee scheduled for this afternoon at 3:00 PM and the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for 7:00 PM have both been postponed. The ZBA meeting will take place on March 16th.
February 16th, 2010
TOWN OF WASHINGTON
Millbrook, NY – The Town of Washington has a vacancy on the Town Planning Board, and is seeking volunteers to fill the seven year position. A Planning Board member is responsible for working with a group of peers to review and make decisions on applications for sub-divisions, site plans and special use permits. The Board meets on the first and last Tuesday of the month. Volunteers for this position are required to be a resident of the Town of Washington, and must complete an annual training program.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a brief resume to Supervisor Florence Prisco, P O Box 667, Millbrook, NY 12545 or by email to supervisor@washingtonny.org by February 11, 2010. Persons that have sent a letter of interest prior to 2009, and still wish to be considered for the position should contact Supervisor Prisco to activate the original request. If additional information is required, please contact Town Clerk Mary Alex at 677-3419. Interviews will be conducted in February
February 2nd, 2010
Tax Collector Mary Alex has mailed the 2010 property tax bills to property owners or their representatives. Anyone with questions about their bill or has not received their bill should call the Town Clerk’s office at 677-3419. This year residents may view their tax bill and payment history on line by visiting the town website at www.washingtonny.org . Taxes are due by February 28th without penalty. Payments may be made through May 31st at the Town Hall, with penalties.
To introduce residents to the beautiful Town Park located in Mabbettsville, the Town Board is offering all property owners a one day complimentary pass to the Town Park. Applications will be sent to any property owner that has requested a tax receipt or they may be picked up at the Town Hall. For additional information feel free to call Town Clerk Mary Alex at 677-3419.
January 28th, 2010
The Town Offices will close on December 31st at 12 Noon and will reopen on Monday, January 4th at 9:00 AM. The Transfer Station will be open their normal hours. Have a safe and enjoyable New Year!
December 30th, 2009
TOWN OF WASHINGTON
TOWN BOARD
MEETING NOTICE
PLEASE BE ADVISED that the Town Board of the Town of Washington will be holding its annual Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 4, 2010, at 7:00 PM, at the Town Hall, 10 Reservoir Drive, Millbrook, NY. The Oath of office will be administered to the Elected Officials and annual appointments will be made.
By the Order of the Town Board
December 30th, 2009
The Recreation Department wishes to remind residents of the following events:
In collaboration with the Millbrook – Town of Washington Business Association, the Recreation Commission is pleased to announce that two annual Millbrook holiday traditions will be held on Friday, December 4th to kick off one of the most wonderful seasons. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at the Millbrook Tribute Garden entrance on Franklin Avenue from 6:00 to 6:30 PM. Aferwards, enjoy a family hayride through the beautifully decorated Village streets. Continue on to the Millbrook Fire House where Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with their Gingerbread friends will greet children and distribute gifts. Refreshments are served courtesy of the Millbrook Fire Department ladies Auxiliary. Young children through third grade may visit with Santa and receive a gift. (Funded in part by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services through the Dutchess County Youth Bureau.)
While in Millbrook enjoying the beautiful lights and atmosphere, you are invited to visit the shops and restaurants in the community, as they prepare special treats during the holiday season.
The Holiday Gingerbread House Making event is scheduled for Friday, December 11 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at teh Millbrok Fire House. Come and bring the entire family to deorate a Gingerbread House. $13.00 per house. Free refreshments will be served. Participants supply their own candy and trim accents. Please call the Recreation Office at 677-8278 to pre-register.
There are a few seats remaining on the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular Bus Trip scheduled for Tuesday, December 8th. The bus will depart Millbrook at 8:00 am so you may enjoy the Rockefeller Center area before the 2:00 PM show. Resident fee $90.00. Non-resident fee $105.00. Please call the Recreation office at 677-8278 to reserve your seat.
December 2nd, 2009
TOWN OF WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TAKE NOTICE, that the Town Board of the Town of Washington will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall, 10 Reservoir Drive, Millbrook, New York on December 10, 2009 at 7:00 o’clock, p.m., on Local Law No. __ of the Year 2009, to extend Local Law #4 of the Year 2007 “A local law of the Town of Washington, Dutchess County, New York to amend the Zoning Code of the Town of Washington to add a new section 395 entitled ‘Regulation for an Interim Period of Development and Use of Lands and Buildings’” for an additional year.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that copies of the aforesaid proposed local law will be available for examination at the office of the Clerk of the Town of Washington, at the Town Hall, 10 Reservoir Drive, Millbrook, New York between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and then between 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.. on all business days between the date of this notice and the date of the public hearing.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that all persons interested and citizens shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.
December 2nd, 2009
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