Archive for June, 2010
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
On May 22nd, the Comprehensive Plan Committee hosted an information gathering meeting at the Dutchess County Farm and Home Center. A synopsis of the comments are available at the Town website www.washingtonny.org on the Master Plan page. Residents are always welcome to submit comments regarding the Comprehensive Plan by sending an email to Supervisor@washingtonny.org or at the news link below “Town Seeks Comments”.
June 29th, 2010
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
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
On May 22nd, the Town of Washington held another public input session to provide the Master Plan Revision Committee insights and suggestions for what residents envision for the future of their town. Over 100 people attended this interesting, informative meeting and the Planning Committee gained valuable information to assist them in putting together a draft of the Comprehensive Plan.
Both the Chairman Thomas Beaumont and the Co-Chairman Donald Hanson expressed their gratitude to those who attended and encouraged more people to attend future sessions. “Sessions such as these, help us formulate plans to help maintain a Town of Washington we all can enjoy,” said Hanson. “We want to hear from as many residents as possible.”
June 10th, 2010