Wetlands Hearing Rescheduled

The Town Board has rescheduled the Wetlands Hearing from September 23rd.  The new meeting date is Wednesday, September 29th, and will be at the Millbrook Fire House beginning at 7:30 PM.

August 27th, 2010

May 22nd Public Input on Comprehensive Plan

Residents are able to view the Public Input provided at the May 22nd Comprehensive Meeting, held at teh Dutchess County Farm and Home Center.   These are the notes from the breakout sessions held on various topics.

Click below for the link to the information.

Action Planning Session Notes 6-7-2010

July 27th, 2010

Cooling Off at the Town Pool

As the heat is upon us, residents are able to cool off at the Town of Washington Town Pool in Mabbettsville.  The Park is now open on a daily basis from noon – 7:00 PM through August 22nd.  Season passes are available, as well as day passes, which may be purchased at the lifeguard booth during normal park hours.  The Town accepts cash or checks as payment. 

In addition to the pool, residents may enjoy the playground area, volleyball court, fishing pond, and BBQ grills.  Food is available at the concession stand under the operation of Bailey’s BBQ. 

A deep water swim test is required before children may access the diving dock.

The Town Pool may be closed when, at the discretion of the Recreation Director or the Head Lifeguard on Duty, the weather is considered unsafe.  No refunds will be issued.

June 29th, 2010

WETLANDS AND WATERCOURSES LAW

At the June 10th meeting of the Town of Washington, the Town Board introduced and scheduled two separate Public Hearings for the public to weigh in and offer their opinion.

After listening to the public input and taking into account revisions in state regulations, the Town has proposed a revised Wetlands and Watercourses Law.  The Public Hearing will be held on Friday, July 16, 2010, beginning at 7:30 PM, at the Millbrook Fire House.  The legislation may be viewed online at the Town website at http://www.washingtonny.org/legislation .

The second proposal up for consideration is to add Alternate Members to the Zoning Board of Appeals and to the Planning Board.  The Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2010, beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Town of Washington Town Hall, 10 Reservoir Dr., Millbrook.

If you are unable to attend the meeting but would like to comment you may send a letter or email to Supervisor Florence Prisco at supervisor@washingtonny.org.

June 18th, 2010

Annual Transfer Station Permits Available

Transfer Station permits are now available for sale for the upcoming year.  The fees have remained the same as last year:    Resident – $75.00, Senior Citizen (62 and older) – $45.00, Additional car in household $20.00, Contractor – $355.00. , Bag Tickets 10 bags – $40.00 and 5 bags – $20.00.

The permits are available at the Town Clerk’s Office or may be purchased through the mail by sending a check and the vehicle information to Town Clerk, P O Box 667, Millbrook, NY  12545.

The Transfer Station is located on Route 343. The hours of operation are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7:30 am – 4:00 PM, exclusive of holidays.  The facility accepts household garbage, recyclables and bulk items.  For additional information, please call Town Clerk Mary Alex at 677-3419.

June 10th, 2010