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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

Committee to discuss Environment & Open Space section of Comprehensive Plan

The Red Hook Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss the timing and format of Workshop #3 and to review the draft Environment & Open Space section of the plan. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings and plan next steps, including a possible additional October meeting.

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Town of Red Hook Comprehensive Plan Steering CommiƩee MeeƟng August 25th, 2026, 7:30-9:00pm Red Hook Town Hall AGENDA - Welcome - Approval of minutes – June 23rd & July 28th meeƟngs - Updates - Discussion – Workshop #3 Ɵming, goals & format - Discussion – Plan structure & content (focused on draŌ Environment & Open Space secƟon) - Wrap-up & next steps o Next meeƟng:  September 22nd  Topics: Workshop #3 plans & promo, plan review  AddiƟonal October meeƟng needed?
Mon Aug 17, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Planning Board to hear AT&T generator, Gross Bagels, fields, subdivision

The Red Hook Planning Board is holding a business session with public hearings and discussions on several site plans and subdivisions. They will continue the public hearing for exterior improvements at Gross Bagels, discuss a sports field project with lights at 3974 Route 9G, and review a two-lot minor subdivision on Albany Post Road. New business includes a presentation for an AT&T generator at 33 Twin Towers Drive. The meeting is procedural and includes roll call, minutes approval, and public comment.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday August 17, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from August 3, 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items PUBLIC HEARINGS – Gross Bagels Site Plan- Applicant Andy Gross Continued Public Hearing for an application to make exterior improvements on parcel 813944 located at 5084 Route 9G in the RD3 Zoning District. Gross Bagels Public Hearing Notice OLD BUSINESS- N/A 3974 Route 9G- Rolin Fields Exterior Fields - Site Plan – Applicants 3974 Route 9G LLC Continued Discussion of an application to install exterior fields with lights and netting on parcel 504105 located at 3974 Route 9G in the RD3 zoning district. Cole Minor Subdivision- Applicant Brandon Cole- Applicant Representative Mark Graminski Continued discussion for an application for a two-lot minor subdivision to create a new 3.354- acre vacant lot on parcel 177408 at 8268 Albany Post Road in the RD3 zoning district. NEW BUSINESS- AT&T Generator Project Site Plan Special Use Permit and Certificate of Appropriateness– Applicant Catherine Conklin / Agent for AT&T Presentation of an application to install a 30 kW diesel generator, 4’x6’ concrete pad and automatic transfer switch on parcel 802677 located at 33 Twin Towers Drive in the RD3 zoning district PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Town of Red Hook Pla …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear application for soccer field and pickleball court at 3974 Route 9G

The Red Hook Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an application to build a 21,600 SF outdoor soccer field and a 7,200 SF outdoor pickleball court at 3974 Route 9G, which requires variances from fence height and setback rules. The board will also review a proposal to convert a 1,050 SF home into a cottage at 425 Spring Lake Road, and an appeal regarding the classification of an aerodrome as an airport facility. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS August 12, 2026, 7:00PM AGENDA Meeting to take place at Town Hall – 7340 South Broadway Preliminary Business -Call to Order - Roll Call -Approval of June 10, 2026, Draft Meeting Minutes -Review of Planning Board Minutes -Comments from the Chair Public Hearing ZBA 26-03 Michael Sarandon, representing 3974 Route 9G, LLC, and Austin Ackerbauer, of ORSI Corporation, representing Michael Sarandon, application to construct a ~21,600 SF outdoor soccer field with a 15’ front yard setback, a six foot side yard setback, and with ~20’ high netting surrounding the field, and a ~7,200 SF outdoor pickleball court, with a six foot side yard setback, and with ~20’ high netting surrounding the court. Town of Red Hook Zoning Law § 143-28 Fences and Walls, A. does not permit non-agricultural fences to exceed six feet in height, when erected within the required side or rear yard, and does not permit non-agricultural fences to exceed four feet in height, when erected in the required front yard. Town of Red Hook Zoning Law § 143-72 Outdoor Recreation Facilities C. states No facility, including a ball field, for active recreational use, shall be located within 100’ of any property line. The subject parcel is located at 3974 Route 9G, in the Town of Red Hook, in the RD3 Zoning District, within a Scenic Corridor Overlay. Review ZBA 26-05 Agatha Cole and Alexander Coyne, application to convert an existing 1,050 SF S …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

(1) Town Board

Town Board meeting packet for August 11, 2026

The agenda consists solely of a meeting packet document, with no listed action items, discussions, or public hearings. The meeting appears to be procedural, with all substantive content contained in the referenced PDF packet.

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✓ Decided: Town Board approves $222K sale of water district lots to preserve open space

The Red Hook Town Board approved Resolution No. 40, authorizing the sale of five surplus Water District parcels (totaling ~8.55 acres) for $222,000 and the use of up to $240,000 from the Community Preservation Fund to acquire them for open space preservation. The vote was 3-2, with Supervisor McKeon and Councilmembers Hamel and Testa in favor, and Councilmembers Dousharm and Migliorelli opposed. The board also approved a negative declaration under SEQRA (4-1) and closed the public hearing (5-0).

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1. Town Board Meeting Packet 8-11-2026 R1 Documents: TOWN BOARD MEETING PACKET 8-11-2026 R1.PDF
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RED HOOK TOWN BOARD MEETING August 11, 2026 A regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Red Hook, Dutchess County, New York was convened in public session at the Town Hall, 7340 South Broadway, Red Hook at 7:35pm. Present : Supervisor Robert McKeon Councilmember William Hamel Councilmember Kristina Dousharm Councilmember Kenneth Migliorelli Councilmember Jacob Testa Town Clerk Deanna Cochran Supervisor McKeon opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and reviewed the agenda. Public Hearing - Disposition of Town of Red Hook Water District No. 1 Surplus Lots and Acquisition Under the Town’s Community Preservation Fund Program Supervisor McKeon stated the locations of the parcels, updated the public on the fifth parcel, and clarified the right of refusal does not extend to the new owners, so no conveyance is necessary. On a motion by Supervisor McKeon seconded by Councilmember Dousharm to open the Public Hearing Adopted Ayes 5 McKeon, Hamel, Dousharm, Migliorelli, Testa Nays 0 Albert Trezza stated this is a misuse of Community Preservation Funds to benefit the Water District. Albert Trezza stated he would like to have the attorney present, not just on Zoom and asked if the Board believes it is legal to sell and buy something they already own. Jeremy Cohen stated he supports preserving the space in Linden Acres. Supervisor McKeon stated he met with the adjoining landowners and there was strong support to preserve these parcels …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearings on site plans and lot alterations

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for three site and lot applications. The board will also review a certificate of appropriateness for a shed and landscaping. A hearing for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan is adjourned with no action taken.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday August 3 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from Ju ly 20 , 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items PUBLIC HEARINGS – Gross Bagels Site Plan- Applicant Andy Gross Presentation of an application to make exterior improvements on parcel 813944 located at 5084 Route 9G in the RD3 Zoning District. Gross Bagels Public Hearing Notice Velie- Launhardt Lot Line Alteration- Applicants Brian Velie and Allison Launhardt for Launhardt Trust. Applicant Representative Marie Welch Presentation of an application to transfer 0.085 and 0.088 acres of land between parcels 794685 and 811694 located at 150 Route 9G and 158 Route 9G, respectively, in the R1 Zoning District. Velie- Launhardt Public Hearing Notice Cohen Odom Lot Line Alteration- Applicants Ronald Cohen and Ronald Odom Presentation of an application to transfer approximately 0.5 acres of land from parcel 892440 located at 524 Turkey Hill R d in the ABD and Water Conservation districts to parcel 738435 located at 516 Turkey Hill R d in the RD3 zoning district. Cohen-Odom Public Hearing Notice Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan- Special Use Permit- Applicant Representative Kelly Libolt of KARC Continued Public Hearing for a Special Use Permit Application for a Master Plan for Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum on parcel 820860 located at 9 Nort …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

Committee reviews community engagement and visioning workshop summaries

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review summaries from past workshops and community engagement efforts, including middle school workshops and a visioning workshop. No formal decisions or actions are listed; the agenda consists solely of review materials for the comprehensive planning process.

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Agenda Packet - 2026-07-28 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee AGENDA - 2026-07-28 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE.PDF MIDDLE SCHOOL WORKSHOPS SUMMARY.PDF TOWN OF RED HOOK KEY FACTS.PDF YOUR VOICE, YOUR VISION - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY.PDF 10-21-25 VISIONING WORKSHOP SUMMARY.PDF 1. Documents:
Wed Jul 22, 2026

(1) Town Board

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Mon Jul 20, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Planning Board reviews multiple site plans, including a new 3.354‑acre subdivision

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a shed certificate of appropriateness and consider several applications for exterior improvements, a sunroom remodel, lot line alterations, and a two‑lot minor subdivision. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as roll call, minutes review, and announcements. Decisions will be made on the presented applications.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves two Certificates of Appropriateness

The Planning Board approved a shed installation at 96 Old Post Road N and a solarium remodel at 914-918 River Road. Several other site plan and lot line alteration applications were scheduled for public hearings in August.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday Ju ly 20 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from June 1 5 , 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items PUBLIC HEARINGS – Rose Shed Certificate of Appropriateness- Applicant Chris Rose Public Hearing for an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a shed on parcel 275949 located at 96 Old Post Road N in the Upper Red Hook zoning district Public Hearing Notice OLD BUSINESS - N/A NEW BUSINESS- Gross Bagels Site Plan- Applicant Andy Gross Presentation of an application to make exterior improvements on parcel 813944 located at 5084 Route 9G in the RD3 Zoning District. Roberts Sunroom Remodel Certificate of Appropriateness – Applicant Mark Roberts Applicant Representative Sarah Lemp Presentation of an application to remodel an existing solarium to install a shed style addition on the southern side of the home on parcel 389535 located at 914-918 River Road in the RD3, Scenic Corridor and Historic Landmark Overlay districts. Velie- Launhardt Lot Line Alteration- Applicants Brian Velie and Allison Launhardt for Launhardt Trust. Applicant Representative Marie Welch Presentation of an application to transfer 0.085 and 0.088 acres of land between parcels 794685 and 811694 located at 150 Route 9G and 158 Route 9G, respectively, in the R1 Zoning District. Cohen Odom Lot Li …
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Town of Red Hook Planni ng Board DRAFT Minutes / Monday Ju ly 20 , 20 26 6: 3 0 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION Chairperson Sam Phelan , began the meeting at 6: 35 p m. The board members present at the Town Hall were Arthur Salman , Jay Quaintance , and Ariadne Montare . Board member s Nancy Low-Hogan and Maxine Coleman w ere absent. Planning Board Clerk Katie Khakhar was present in person. Planning Board consultant s Ted Fink and Brandee Nelson were present via z oom. Jay Quaintance made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from June 1 5 , 2026. Arthur Salman seconded the motion and all members voted in favor. Sam Phelan reviewed the agenda and announced that the P ublic H earing for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is scheduled to continue at the next Planning Board meeting on August 3, 2026. PUBLIC HEARING - Rose Shed Certificate of Appropriateness- Applicant Chris Rose Public Hearing for an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a shed on parcel 275949 located at 96 Old Post Road N in the Upper Red Hook zoning district . Ariadne Montare made a motion to open the Public Hearing. Jay Quaintaince seconded the motion and all members voted in favor. Applicant Chris Rose, present in person, gave a brief overview of the location of the proposed green metal shed and the planned landscaping. Chris Rose added that there the shed would be installed on a wood foundation. The board members asked if the existing shed would st …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026

(1) Town Board

✓ Decided: Board ratifies outside counsel retention for Red Hook Boat Club eminent domain cases

The Red Hook Town Board voted 3-2 to adopt Resolution No. 39, which ratifies and authorizes the retention of Hodgson Russ LLP and Keane & Beane, P.C. as outside litigation counsel for the Town, including for the Red Hook Boat Club eminent domain acquisition and related Article 78 proceedings. The board also voted 3-2 against a motion to discontinue the eminent domain acquisition of the Red Hook Boat Club property, and voted 3-2 against a motion to submit the acquisition to voters. Additionally, the board unanimously approved four grant applications for sewer, trail bridge, planning, and culvert projects.

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RED HOOK TOWN BOARD MEETING July 14, 2026 A regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Red Hook, Dutchess County, New York was convened in public session at the Town Hall, 7340 South Broadway, Red Hook at 7:30pm. Present : Supervisor Robert McKeon Councilmember William Hamel Councilmember Kristina Dousharm Councilmember Kenneth Migliorelli Councilmember Jacob Testa Town Clerk Deanna Cochran Via Videoconference: Attorney for the Town Christine Chale, Esq. Supervisor McKeon opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and reviewed the agenda. Supervisor’s Report: The Supervisor’s Report for the period of June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026 was read as follows: Opening Balance – $11,683,363.61; Receipts - $1,429,977.56; Disbursed - $1,564,775.49; Balance - $11,548,565.68. Supervisor McKeon stated there is a variance report and proposed budget adjustments prepared by the Town Bookkeeper. On a motion by Councilmember Hamel seconded by Councilmember Testa to accept the Supervisor’s Report Adopted Ayes 5 McKeon, Hamel, Dousharm, Migliorelli, Testa Nays 0 Town Clerk’s Report: The Town Clerk’s Report for the period June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026 was read as follows: Total Local Shares remitted to the Supervisor - $8,652.48; Amount remitted to NYS Ag. and Markets for spay/neuter program - $26; Amount remitted to NYS Department of Health for Marriage License’s - $157.50; Amount remitted to NYS Environmental Conservation: $564.02; Total State, County, an …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Recreation Commission

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1. 2026 Agenda 13 July Documents: 2026 AGENDA 13 JULY.PDF 2. 2026 Directors Report 13 July Documents: 2026 DIRECTORS REPORT 13 JULY.PDF
Wed Jul 8, 2026

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear soccer/pickleball court variance and aerodrome appeal

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two applications: a variance request for a soccer field and pickleball court with fence and setback deviations at 3974 Route 9G, and an appeal challenging the code enforcement officer's determination that an aerodrome operates as an airport facility. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

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✓ Decided: ZBA sets public hearing for soccer/pickleball facility variance request

The Red Hook ZBA reviewed an application for a soccer field and pickleball court at 3974 Route 9G, requiring variances for fence height and setbacks. The board set a public hearing for August 12, 2026, and required an additional $250 escrow deposit. The board also discussed an appeal regarding the Aerodrome's use classification, requesting a $4,000 escrow deposit and adjourning for additional information.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK TOWN OF RED HOOK -~ --TOWN CLERK ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS July 8, 2026, 7:00PM AGENDA Meeting to take place at Town Hall — 7340 South Broadway Preliminary Business -Call to Order - Roll Call -Approval of June 10, 2026, Draft Meeting Minutes -Review of Planning Board Minutes -Comments from the Chair Review ZBA 26-03 Michael Sarandon, representing 3974 Route 9G, LLC, and Austin Ackerbauer, of ORS! Corporation, representing Michael Sarandon, application to construct a ~21,600 SF outdoor soccer field with a 15’ front yard setback, a six foot side yard setback, and with ~20° high netting surrounding the field, and a ~7,200 SF outdoor pickleball court, with a six foot side yard setback, and with ~20' high netting surrounding the court. Town of Red Hook Zoning Law § 143-28 Fences and Walls, A. does not permit non-agricultural fences to exceed six feet in height, when erected within the required side or rear yard, and does not permit non-agricultural fences to exceed four feet in height, when erected in the required front yard. Town of Red Hook Zoning Law § 143-72 Outdoor Recreation Facilities C. states No facility, including a ball field, for active recreational use, shall be located within 100’ of any property line and shall be similarly screened. The subject parcel is located at 3974 Route 9G. in the Town of Red Hook, in the RD3 Zoning District, with a Scenic Corridor Overlay. Review ZBA 26-04 Tomas Wise, represented by Kenneth Stenger, appealing “the …
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it Town of Red Hook ZBA Approved Revised Meeting Minutes AUE 1 6 2078 July 8, 2026 ee OF owOMN Ee Bees Preliminaries Roll Call At 7:00 pm Chair Chris Carney opens the meeting. The Clerk conducts the roll call. Alternate member Susan Grover, Kate Karakassis, George Jahn, and Chair Carney state they are present. Also present is ZBA Attorney Janis Gomez Anderson. Absent are Town Board Liaison Kristina Dousharm and Board member Ross Gould. Chair Carney designates Alternate Board member, Susan Grover, as a full voting member. Approval of June 10, 2026, Draft Minutes At 7:02 pm Chair Carney asks for a motion to approve the June 10, 2026, draft minutes, and asks if there are any questions or comments from the Board members present. There are none. George Jahn moves, Kate Karakassis seconds, and all Board members present vote in favor of approving the draft June 10, 2026, minutes. Planning Board Minutes and Comments from the Chair Chair Carney states the Planning Board minutes he has are related to the Rolin Fields project, and further states the Board will be discussing it during the meeting. Chair Carney informs the Board ZBA 26-02 Mendelsohn application has been voided, since a new survey places the addition within the required setbacks, and notes there will be no public hearing. At 7:03 pm Chair Carney asks for a motion to adjourn the public meeting for an attorney-client meeting. Kate Karakassis so moves, George Jahn seconds, and all Board members present vote in favor …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Planning Board meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

The Town of Red Hook Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 6, 2026, has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regular meeting is set for July 20, 2026.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK PLANNING BOARD 7340 SOUTH BROADWAY, RED HOOK, NY 12571 Tel: (845) 758-4613 E-mail: planning@redhookny.gov Due to a lack of a quorum, The July 6, 2026 Planning Board Meeting is CANCE L LED The next Planning Board meeting will be held July 20, 2026
Wed Jun 24, 2026

(1) Town Board

✓ Decided: Board approves engineering contracts and sets public hearing for water district land sale

The Town Board approved an addendum to extend a professional services contract and authorized a new agreement for $383,400 to design Sewer District No. 1. The Board also set a public hearing for August 11, 2026, regarding the sale of Water District No. 1 surplus lots.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

Committee meeting with no specific decisions listed

The agenda for this Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee meeting is largely procedural, listing only document references including a survey flyer and social media image. No specific actions, resolutions, or public hearings are described in the provided text.

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AGENDA - 2026-06-23 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee AGENDA - 2026-06-23 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE.PDF RH STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING 06-23-26.PDF Survey 2 Print Flyer SURVEY2 SOCIAL MEDIA IMAGE.PDF SURVEY2 PRINT FLYER.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
Mon Jun 15, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Public hearings on solar array and Aerodrome master plan

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a rooftop solar installation at 4 Toms Way and a continued hearing on the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome master plan. New business includes a certificate of appropriateness for a shed at 96 Old Post Road N. Old business involves amending a home occupation special use permit for Neiro Schmidt.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves special use permit for mixed-use structure on Rokeby Road

The board approved a special use permit for a 1,497 sq ft accessory structure including a carport, massage studio, and cottage. A public hearing for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan was opened and will continue at the next meeting.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday June 1 5 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from June 1 , 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items NEW BUSINESS- Rose Shed Certificate of Appropriateness- Applicant Chris Rose Presentation of an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a shed on parcel 275949 located at 96 Old Post Road N in the Upper Red Hook zoning district PUBLIC HEARINGS – Amoroso Solar- Site Plan- Applicant Scott Amoroso- Applicant Representative Scott Ference from Kasselman Solar LLC Public Hearing for an application to install a 29.48kW roof mounted PV array on parcel 865024 located at 4 Toms Way in the RD3 zoning district. Amoroso Public Hearing Notice Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan- Special Use Permit- Applicant Representative Kelly Libolt of KARC Continued Public Hearing for a Special Use Permit Application for a Master Plan for Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum on parcel 820860 located at 9 Norton Road in the RD3 District. Aerodrome Public Hearing Notice OLD BUSINESS - OTHER BUSINESS- Neiro Schmidt Home Occupation Special Use Permit Resolution Amendment PUBLIC COMMENT: ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Town of Red Hook Planning Board will take place on Monday July 6 , 2026 . On ly submissions for new applications received by noon on Friday June 26 , 2026, and submissions for …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to consider side-yard setback variance for Station Hill Road addition

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Daniel Mendelsohn's application to construct a 160 SF addition to a single-family dwelling at 130 Station Hill Road. The existing structure is non-complying with the required 30-foot side-yard setback, and the zoning law prohibits enlarging non-complying buildings. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear chair comments.

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✓ Decided: ZBA schedules public hearing for 130 Station Hill Road variance

The Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled a public hearing for a variance request at 130 Station Hill Road. The applicant, Daniel Mendelsohn, seeks approval to construct a 160-square-foot addition to a single-family dwelling that currently does not meet setback requirements. The Board directed the applicant to provide a letter from their architect clarifying the measurements on the submitted drawings.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS June 10, 2026, 7:00PM AGENDA Meeting to take place at Town Hall – 7340 South Broadway Preliminary Business -Call to Order - Roll Call -Approval of May 13, 2026, Draft Meeting Minutes -Review of Planning Board Minutes -Comments from the Chair ZBA 26-02 Daniel Mendelsohn, application to construct a ~160 SF addition to a Single-Family Dwelling, resulting in a Side-Yard Setback of 22’ and 2.75”. Section 143-26 A. Non-Complying Buildings, of the Town of Red Hook Zoning Law does not permit any enlargement, extension, alteration, or reconstruction, in such a manner as to increase the degree of existing non- compliance with the minimum requirements set forth for the Zoning District in this Chapter, or to create any new non-compliance, in a pre-existing, non-complying building. Section 143-13 A. (4) (a), of the Town of Red Hook Zoning Law, classifies the existing structure as a Non-Complying Building due to the existing Side-Yard Setback of 23’ and 4.5”, where 30’, for an Existing Lot of Record, would be required. The subject parcel is located at 130 Station Hill Road, in the Town of Red Hook, in the Hamlet Zoning District, with a Historic Landmark Overlay. The next ZBA meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Prospective ZBA Applicants must present their application to Zoning Enforcement Officer, Brandon Mullins. The submission deadline for this meeting is noon Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Tue Jun 9, 2026

(1) Town Board

✓ Decided: Board approves water tank project contracts

The Town Board approved a $64,500 electrical contract and a $108,200 engineering task order for the Water District No. 1 tank rehabilitation. The Board also discussed grant opportunities for regional projects.

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1. Town Board Meeting Packet 6-9-2026 R1 Documents: TOWN BOARD MEETING PACKET 6-9-2026 R1.PDF
Wed Jun 3, 2026

Water Board

Water Board approves minimum rate increase to $68.00

The Water Board discussed water rates, bid statuses, and surplus property sales. A new minimum water rate of $68.00 was approved by the Town Board, up from $57.33. Bids for tank painting and well rehabilitation were accepted, while tank electrical work bids were not acceptable. The board also considered selling surplus water district lots and discussed lead service line inventory inspections.

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✓ Decided: Water board notes new minimum water rate of $68 approved by Town Board

The Water Board accepted low bids for tank painting (US Tank) and well rehabilitation (Claverack Well and Pump) while rejecting a low bid for tank electrical work. New water rates were approved by the Town Board, increasing the minimum rate from $57.33 to $68.00 for up to 9,000 gallons. The board also discussed surplus property and lead service line inventory but postponed decisions.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK 7340 SOUTH BROADWAY RED HOOK, NEW YORK 12571 845-758- 4608 WATER@REDHOOKNY.GOV Water Board Meeting Minutes June 3 , 2026 DRAFT A Water Board meeting of the Town of Red Hook, NY was held on June 3, 2026, at 7:0 0 PM in the Town Hall Conference Room to discuss Water Rates and 2026 Expenses. Present : Hank Van Parys, Chairman, Doreen Buono, Secretary , Bill Hamel, Liaison Board Members: Larr y Carr, Phil McDougal, Greg Fildes, Mich ael Roomberg As sociate Member: Stan Carey The meeting was opened by Chairman, Hank Van Parys, Water Board Chairman at 7: 00 PM . 1. Minutes of the previous meeting of April 15 th were approved. Water Board Member, Phil McDougal , motioned to approve, and Water Board Member , Larry Carr, seconded to accept the motion. 2. We reviewed the status of bids for:  Tank Painting/ Construction, (low bid accepted, US Tank)  Tank Electrical Work , (low bid not acceptable)  Well Rehabilitation, (low bid f ro m Claverack Well and Pump accepted) 3. Co mmunication System Status : Communications System Bid. Unfortunately, the delay in getting the SIM card information impaired Smith Controls schedule. We should hear from them shortly. 4. Water Rate follow -ups: New rates were approved by the Town Board. The Minimum rate increased from $57.33 for up to 9000 gallons to $6 8 .00 for the minimum usage. We will have similar rate increases in the future and we will address these at a later date. Page one of two Other Topics and Questions Raised …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Public hearing on Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome master plan special use permit

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on two special use permits: a mixed-use accessory structure at 230 Rokeby Road (Schmidt) and a master plan for the Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum at 9 Norton Road. Old business includes a lot line alteration at 578 Budds Corners Road. New business is a 29.48 kW roof-mounted solar array at 4 Toms Way. The board will also approve minutes and hear public comment.

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✓ Decided: Approved special use permit for mixed-use garage/cottage on Rokeby Road

The Planning Board approved a Special Use Permit for Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero to construct a 1,497 sq ft mixed-use accessory structure at 230 Rokeby Road, after closing the public hearing and approving a Type II SEQR resolution. The board also opened and continued the public hearing for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan to June 15, 2026, without a decision. Previous meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday June 1 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from May 18 , 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items PUBLIC HEARINGS – Schmidt - Garage / Cottage Special Use Permit – Applicants Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero Public Hearing for an application to construct a 1,4 97 sq ft mixed use accessory structure on parcel 810466 located at 230 Rokeby Road Schmidt Public Hearing Notice Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan- Special Use Permit- Applicant Representative Kelly Libolt of KARC Public Hearing for a Special Use Permit Application for a Master Plan for Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum on parcel 820860 located at 9 Norton Road in the RD3 District. Aerodrome Public Hearing Notice OLD BUSINESS - Choinsky Lot Line Alteration – Applicant Ralph Choinsky and Alison Link – Continued discussion of an application for a lot line alteration to transfer approximately 13.1 acres from parcel 044064 to parcel 105035 located at 578 Budds Corners Road in the RD3 zoning district. NEW BUSINESS - Amoroso Solar- Site Plan- Applicant Scott Amoroso- Applicant Representative Scott Ference from Kasselman Solar LLC Presentation of an app lication to install a 29.48kW roof mounted PV array on parcel 865024 located at 4 Toms Way in the RD3 zoning district. OTHER BUSINESS- PUBLIC COMMENT: ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeti …
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Wed May 27, 2026

(1) Town Board

Red Hook Town Board to vote on water tank contract award

The Town Board is meeting to consider a resolution to award a water tank general contractor contract. The agenda consists of the meeting packet and this addendum, with no other specific items listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting focused on a single contract award.

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✓ Decided: Town adopts water rate increase and water district property amendment

The Town Board adopted an amendment to the Community Preservation Plan to acquire Water District No. 1 surplus properties and approved new water rates for District No. 1 effective July 1, 2026.

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Town Board Meeting Packet 5-27-2026 R1 TOWN BOARD MEETING PACKET 5-27-2026 R1.PDF Addendum: Draft Res Award Water Tank GC Only 5 25 DRAFT RES AWARD WATER TANK GC ONLY 5 25.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents:
Mon May 18, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Planning Board to review exterior fields with lights at 3974 Route 9G

The Planning Board will continue discussions on a special use permit for a garage/cottage at 230 Rokeby Road and a master plan for the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. New business includes a site plan for exterior sports fields with lights at 3974 Route 9G and an amended subdivision on Stonybrook Road. The board also received a temporary housing extension request from Bard College. No public hearings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board waives hearing for minor subdivision, sets hearing for garage/cottage

The Red Hook Planning Board approved the minutes of the May 4 meeting and set a public hearing for June 1 for a garage/cottage special use permit at 230 Rokeby Road. The board also waived a public hearing for a minor subdivision amendment on Stonybrook Road to allow a septic system, requesting the town engineer draft an authorization letter. No final project approvals were granted; discussions continued for the Rolin Fields athletic fields and the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome master plan, with the board suggesting applicants seek variances from the Zoning Board of Appeals.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Agenda / Monday May 18 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from May 4 , 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items PUBLIC HEARINGS – N/A OLD BUSINESS - Schmidt - Garage / Cottage Special Use Permit – Applicants Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero Continued discussion for an application to construct a 1,4 97 sq ft mixed use accessory structure on parcel 810466 located at 230 Rokeby Road NEW BUSINESS - 3974 R oute 9G- Rolin Fields Exterior Fields - Site Plan – Applicants 3974 Route 9G LLC- P resentation of an application to install exterior fields with lights and netting on parcel 504105 located at 3974 Route 9G in the RD3 zoning district. Claykill LLC - Amended Subdivision- Applicant: Sarah Sweeney Presentation of an application to amend a building envelope to accommodate a septic system on parcel 739369 located on Stonybrook Road in the Water Conservation and Agricultural Business Zoning Districts. OLD BUSINESS - Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan- Special Use Permit- Applicant Representative Kelly Libolt of KARC Continued discussion for a Special Use Permit Application for a Master Plan for Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum on parcel 820860 located at 9 Norton Road in the RD3 District. OTHER BUSINESS- Bard College Temporary Housing Extension Request- Representative: Coleen Alexander ADJOURNMENT The next regu …
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Wed May 13, 2026

(3) Zoning Board of Appeals

Public hearing regarding lot line adjustment at 150 Route 199

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an application to reduce the lot frontage of a parcel from 50 feet to 25.86 feet. This change is intended to allow for a lot line adjustment between two adjoining parcels. The subject property is located at 150 Route 199 in the R1 Zoning District.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves variance for reduced lot frontage at 150 Route 199

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance to reduce the lot frontage of a Flagpole Lot from 50 feet to 25.86 feet at 150 Route 199. The decision allows for a lot line adjustment between two adjoining parcels. The Board granted the variance with conditions regarding fees and other required approvals.

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TOWN OF RED HOOK ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS May 13, 2026, 7:00PM AGENDA Meeting to take place at Town Hall – 7340 South Broadway Preliminary Business -Call to Order - Roll Call -Approval of April 8, 2026, Draft Meeting Minutes -Review of Planning Board Minutes -Comments from Chair, Chris Carney Public Hearing ZBA 26-01 Brian Velie, represented by Marie Welch, of Welch Surveying, LS, application to reduce Lot Frontage, of a Flagpole Lot, from 50 feet to 25.86 feet, in order to apply to the Town of Red Hook Planning Board, to perform a Lot Line Adjustment, between the subject parcel, numbered 134889-6272-12-794685, and an adjoining parcel, numbered 134889-6272-12- 811694, resulting in Flag Pole Lot with a Lot Frontage of 25.86 feet. Section 143-21 C. 1 of the Town of Red Hook Zoning Law requires a minimum Lot Frontage of 50 feet. The subject parcel is located at 150 Route 199 in the Town of Red Hook, in the R1 Zoning District, with a Scenic Corridor Overlay. The next ZBA meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Prospective ZBA Applicants must present their application to Zoning Enforcement Officer, Brandon Mullins. The submission deadline for this meeting is noon Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Wed May 13, 2026

Conservation Advisory Council

CAC to review Drinking Water Source Protection Program final document

The CAC will vote on April minutes, discuss an aerodrome letter, and receive updates on the Comprehensive Plan, Climate Smart Community, and Drinking Water Source Protection Program. They also review upcoming events like Repair Cafes and the Pollinator Garden planting at the Rec Park.

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5.13.2026 CAC Agenda and Working Doc ● In attendance: all except Kym, Denis ● Guest: we helped out with the pollinator planting at the Rec Park ● Meeting opened: V ote to approve April minutes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vv7jQRDUZ-14bpIhk6zYC1Sl9upgdTL_wZOIklotxmo/edit?usp=drivesdk ● Minutes: motion to approve Recuse Laurie, take student back to Bard CAC discuss aerodrome letter Comprehensive Plan Events Administrative Materials Management ● Ewaste day ● Compost - Compost give away ● Recycle Center Planning Planning Board Website, Marketing, Mailing Content Educational Resources Climate ● Climate Smart Community Land & Water Natural Resources Water / SKW Transportation & Trails Recuse Laurie, take student back to Bard CAC discuss aerodrome letter CAC will continue to attend planning board meetings to stay informed. Understand where else construction is happening. Clarify how next phases will be rolled out and location of other wetlands on property Comprehensive Plan ● Mtg Sunday 12-4 At rose hill Events ● Mark Calendars - Repair Cafes - 10/24/26 Administrative Annual: $1000, remaining Ruth Oja award Materials Management ● Ewaste day report out: A few shout outs…Cheers to Aleta for keeping us so well fed and hydrated. Ben, kudos to you for giving a carload of items a second life. Theresa, thank you for having everything perfectly set up for us. Robert & the Board, thank …
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Tue May 12, 2026

(1) Town Board

Town Board meeting with addenda only; no agenda items listed

The agenda for this Town Board meeting consists solely of references to a meeting packet PDF and two addenda (a CPP update and a CPF list). No specific items for decision or discussion are identified in the provided text.

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✓ Decided: Board sets May 27 public hearing for Water District No. 1 rate increase (3-1)

The Town Board adopted a resolution scheduling a public hearing for May 27, 2026 at 7:45 PM to consider increasing water rates for Water District No. 1 from $57.33 to $68.00 monthly for up to 9,000 gallons. The vote was 3-1 (Supervisor McKeon voting nay, Councilmember Testa absent). The board also extended a public hearing on amendments to the Community Preservation Plan to include certain Water District parcels after a motion to extend failed 2-2, leaving the hearing open until May 27.

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Town Board Meeting Packet 5-12-2026 R1 TOWN BOARD MEETING PACKET 5-12-2026 R1.PDF Addendum: Red-Hook-CPP-Update-06-09-2016-(05-12-26-Amend) ADDENDUM - RED-HOOK-CPP-UPDATE-06-09-2016-(05-12-26-AMEND).PDF Addendum: CPF List CPF-LIST-6-9-16-(3-27-19 10-14-25 05-12-26).XLSX.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents: 1.II. Documents:
Mon May 11, 2026

Recreation Commission

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1. 2026 Agenda 11 May Documents: 2026 AGENDA 11 MAY.PDF 1.1. 2026 Directors Report 11 May Documents: 2026 DIRECTORS REPORT 11 MAY.PDF
Mon May 4, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Public hearing on Schmidt home occupation special use permit at 230 Rokeby Road

The Red Hook Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a Special Use Permit application by Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero to operate a home occupation on parcel 810466 at 230 Rokeby Road. The board will also continue discussion of a related application for a garage/cottage special use permit on the same property. Additionally, the board will hear a presentation on a Certificate of Appropriateness application to remove a garage at 41 Old Post Road, and discuss a request for comments on a bridge replacement on River Road.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves home occupation permit and garage removal

The Red Hook Planning Board approved a Special Use Permit for a massage studio at 230 Rokeby Road and a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove a garage at 41 Old Post Road. The board also discussed bridge replacement plans and set the next meeting for May 18.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Meeting Agenda / Monday May 4 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from April 20, 2026  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items o Comprehensive Plan Committee Workshop #2- Vision to Action May 17, 2026 from 12- 4 pm at Rose Hill Farm PUBLIC HEARINGS – Schmidt - Special Use Permit – Home Occupation Special Use Permit- Applicants Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero Public Hearing for an application to operate a home occupation on parcel 810466 located at 230 Rokeby Road Public Hearing Notice OLD BUSINESS - Schmidt - Garage / Cottage Special Use Permit – Applicants Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero Continued discussion of an application s to construct a 1,4 97 sq ft garage, cottage and a home occupation on parcel 810466 located at 230 Rokeby Road NEW BUSINESS - Rowlson-Hall Garage Removal Certificate of Appropriateness- Applicants Celia Rowlson-Hall and Mia Lidofsky Presentation of an application to remove and haul away a backyard garage on parcel 227816 located at 41 Old Post Road in Upper Red Hook in the Hamlet District. OTHER BUSINESS - Bridge Replacement Discussion - Request for comments from NY Dept. of State regarding a bridge replacement on River Road. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Town of Red Hook Planning Board will take place on Monday May 18, 2026 . On ly submissions for new applications …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

Red Hook Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee reviews draft vision statements and goals

The Steering Committee is meeting to review and discuss draft vision statements and goals for the Comprehensive Plan update. The agenda includes summaries from middle school workshops, outreach flyers in English and Spanish, and the committee's previous meeting minutes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.

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✓ Decided: Steering Committee cancels May meeting, sets June date

The Steering Committee approved the April 7th minutes and discussed draft vision statements and goals. The committee decided to postpone a specific community engagement session on prioritization to a later workshop. The May 26th meeting was cancelled.

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AGENDA - 2026-04-28 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee & Presentation AGENDA - 2026-04-28 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE.PDF COMP PLAN UPDATE - TOWN BOARD MEETING 04-14-26.PDF 4-28-2026 Addendums DRAFT VISION STATEMENTS AND GOALS - FOR STEERING COMMITTEE.PDF MIDDLE SCHOOL WORKSHOPS SUMMARY.PDF WORKSHOP 2 - WEB FLYER ENGLISH (EMBEDDED LINK).PDF WORKSHOP 2 - WEB FLYER SPANISH (EMBEDDED LINK).PDF RH STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 12.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents:
Wed Apr 22, 2026

(1) Town Board

Town Board to consider water storage tank rehab project

The Town Board is meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is a discussion of the water storage tank rehabilitation project, as indicated by addendum documents. No other action items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves purchase of two replacement pick-up trucks

The Town Board authorized the purchase of two 2026 Chevy 1-ton pick-up trucks for the Highway Department, one costing up to $60,000 and the other up to $80,000. The board also authorized the solicitation of bids for a water storage tank rehabilitation project.

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Town Board Meeting Packet 4-22-2026 R1 TOWN BOARD MEETING PACKET 4-22-2026 R1.PDF Addendums: Water Storage Tank Rehab Documents DRAFT_RED HOOK WST REHABILITATION PROJECT MANUAL.PDF RED HOOK TANK BIDDING CALENDER.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents:
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Tree Preservation Commission

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Mon Apr 20, 2026

(2) Planning Board

Red Hook Planning Board to hold public hearings on wave pool, farm education

The Planning Board will hold two public hearings: one for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a wave pool and fence at 55 Old Post Road North in the Upper Red Hook Hamlet District, and another for a site plan and special use permit for an agricultural education program at 150 Pitcher Lane. The board will also review new applications for a garage/cottage and home occupation at 230 Rokeby Road, and discuss a bridge replacement on River Road.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves wave pool and agricultural education program

The Planning Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a wave pool and fence at 55 Old Post Road North. It also approved a Site Plan and Special Use Permit for an agricultural education program at 150 Pitcher Lane. A public hearing for a home occupation permit at 230 Rokeby Road was scheduled for May 4, 2026.

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Town of Red Hook Planning Board Meeting Agenda / Monday April 20 , 202 6 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER / DETERMINATION OF QUORUM/ BUSINESS SESSION  Roll Call  Confirmation of meeting agenda  Review and acceptance of meeting minutes from March 16, 2026 and April 6 , 202 6  Announcements and correspondence on non-agenda items o Announcement: Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Master Plan – Special Use Permit: This application will not be on the April 20, 2026, meeting agenda but will be placed back on the agenda when the Planning Board receives a new submission from the applicants Notice Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Not on Agenda PUBLIC HEARINGS – N/A Mansfield Pool and Fence Certificate of Appropriateness- Applicant Thomas Mansfield Public Hearing for an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a wave pool and surrounding fence on parcel 230844 located at 55 Old Post Road North in the Upper Red Hook Hamlet District Public Hearing Notice the nest@grieg farm Site Plan and Special Use Permit - Applicant s Anusheh Byrne and Samantha Nadal Public Hearing for an application to establish an agricultural education program on parcel 896812 located at 150 Pitcher Lane in the agricultural zoning district Public Hearing Notice NEW BUSINESS Schmidt - Garage / Cottage Special Use Permit – Home Occupation Special Use Permit- Applicants Erik Schmidt and Sequoia Nero Presentation of two application s to construct a 1,408 sq ft garage /cottage and for a home occupation on parcel 810466 …
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💰 Federal awards (top 5 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$44,164FAUNA RESEARCH INC.
Department of Agriculture · ACQUISITION OF HYDRAULIC SQUEEZE CHUTE FOR WORKING WITH ELK AS DETAILE
$33,475FAUNA RESEARCH INC.
Smithsonian Institution · ANTELOPE RESTRAINT SYSTEM
$21,073NOREEN SEABROOK MARKETING, INC.
Department of State · FURNITURE
$20,080NOREEN SEABROOK MARKETING, INC.
Department of State · FURNITURE
$6,588NOREEN SEABROOK MARKETING, INC.
Department of State · FURNITURE

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Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments7,677 (93,728 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,907/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy17.6% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

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