Gas Drilling permits will accelerate in just released New York Department of Environmental Conservation "Strategic Plan for [New York] State Forest Management" if the draft is not changed. A quote reads: "Natural gas development has the potential to be a significant and growing source of development on State Forest... due to new technologies that enable industry to effectively extract natural gas from the Marcellus shale play." See page 227 -
Ny DEC Gas Drilling Draft
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Friday, October 1, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Maurice Hinchey Explains Sewer Improvement Earmark
Congressman Hinchey Touts Saugerties Village Sewer Improvements
June 1, 2010 - Under cloudy skies Saugerties politicians gathered at the Saugerties Village Beach to hold a press conference to herald the $800,000.00 grant which was included in an earmark. Saugerties Village will have improvements to its aging infrastructure
, thanks to Congressman Hinchey.Some of the folks who attended included Saugerties Town Supervisor Greg Helsmoortel, Town Trustee Fred Costello, Mayor Bill Murphy, Alex Wade and both Saugerties Village Water and Sewer Supervisors.
It seems that the Congressman had called together the press to dispel the "Those Lies" he claims were printed that the Daily Freeman that connected the Partition Street Project and the earmark. The Congressman is part owner of the project.
When asked what his position was on the many concerns Villagers had regarding noise, traffic, lighting and safety concerns with the new project, he stated that he was not familiar with the specifics. "I'm not [aware]
of the [Partition Street] project details so I can't give you any answers... if citizens have any problems contact me and I'll [try] to address them."He directed his attention to me [David Radovanovic] and assured me that he would take care of any problems that arise regarding the Partition Street Project.
Friday, May 28, 2010
New York Congress Members who've sold us out...
Seventy-four members of Congress have just signed an industry-drafted letter urging the FCC to abandon efforts to protect Net Neutrality and promote universal broadband access. By signing this letter, these members have sold you out to Comcast, Verizon and AT&T.
These members of Congress need to know that their actions are unacceptable. Pick up the phone, send an e-mail or message them on Twitter. Urge our elected officials to say no to industry misinformation, and yes to an open and accessible Internet.
These members of Congress need to know that their actions are unacceptable. Pick up the phone, send an e-mail or message them on Twitter. Urge our elected officials to say no to industry misinformation, and yes to an open and accessible Internet.
| Rep. Tim Bishop | NY-01 | D | n/a | (202) 225-3826 | Send E-mail | n/a |
| Rep. Gregory Meeks | NY-06 | D | $66,000 | (202) 225-3461 | Send E-mail | @gregorymeeks |
| Rep. Joseph Crowley | NY-07 | D | $55,000 | (202) 225-3965 | Send E-mail | n/a |
| Rep. Ed Towns | NY-10 | D | n/a | (202) 225-5936 | Send E-mail | n/a |
| Rep. Yvette Clarke | NY-11 | D | $15,000 | (202) 225-6231 | Send E-mail | |
| Rep. Michael McMahon | NY-13 | D | $27,000 | (202) 225-3371 | Send E-mail | |
| Rep. Scott Murphy | NY-20 | D | $17,000 | (202) 225-5614 | Send E-mail | |
| Rep. Bill Owens | NY-23 | D | $3,000 | (202) 225-4611 | Send E-mail | |
| Rep. Michael Arcuri | NY-24 | D | $30,000 | (202) 225-3665 | Send E-mail | |
| Rep. Daniel Maffei | NY-25 | D | $29,000 | (202) 225-3701 | Send E-mail |
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
Saugerties Village Democratic Party Caucus
Democratic Caucus
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that a Democratic Caucus will be held in and for the Village of Saugerties, NY
7:00 PM Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Frank D. Greco Senior Center, Market Street for the purpose of nominating Democratic Candidates for Saugerties Village Trustee to be voted for at the March 16, 2010 General Election
Friday, September 4, 2009
DA Carnright and Sheriff VanBlarcum question County Supervisor Hein's authority to investigate
DA: lewd e-mail probe could raise legal issues
ByKINGSTON — Ulster County Executive Mike Hein's call for a special investigation of pornographic e-mails sent via county computers raises warning flags with District Attorney Holley Carnright.
"I am not sure the county executive has the authority to investigate my office," Carnright said Thursday, pointing to ongoing investigations, undercover work and more.
"People need to slow down and think about what is going on here. I cannot allow anyone to do a broad investigation of the DA's e-mail," he said.
Hein has directed the county's special labor counsel to investigate the lewd e-mails sent by two employees in the district attorney's office and two in the sheriff's office.
Hein said Wednesday the e-mails were sent on the county computer system and violated county policy and procedures.
He urged Carnright and Sheriff Paul VanBlarcum to immediately discipline the employees involved. Both Carnright and VanBlarcum said Thursday that their employees had been suspended.
Carnright said no laws were violated in any instance. His employees suggested the suspensions as the proper step, Carnright said.
The sheriff's employees realized what they did was wrong, VanBlarcum said.
The incidents are still "extremely serious" in the eyes of Hein. He wants further investigation to determine, among other things, whether this was a single incident of improper e-mails.
Hein said he has the authority for an outside investigation and plans to discuss the scope of the outside investigation with Carnright and VanBlarcum.
"We have no desire in any shape or form to compromise any of the incredibly important work done in the DA's office," Hein said. "That being said, this cannot and will not be taken lightly by my administration."
VanBlarcum said he sides with the DA on the legal issues. "We don't know where it is going yet," he said, "or even whether it is going anywhere."
pbrooks@th-record.com
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Cantine Dam (Diamond Mills Dam) owner applies for DEC Permit
Leading Edge Developers LLC
1001 Kings Hwy Ste a
Saugerties, NY 12477
Facility:
Diamond Mills Dam
Partition St (US Rte 9W)|Esopus Creek
Saugerties, NY
Application ID:
3-5148-00385/00007
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 24 Freshwater Wetlands
Project is Located:
Saugerties, Ulster County
Project Description:
The Department of Environmental Conservation has tentatively determined to issue the above referenced applicant a Freshwater Wetland permit. The permit would authorize a two to three foot, temporary draw down of the impounded pool on the Esopus Creek behind Diamond Mills dam, which is bordered by NYS Regulated Freshwater Wetland S-8, Class II.
The purpose of this temporary draw down is to stop flow over Diamond Mills dam, exposing the face of the dam so that structural integrity can be evaluated and investigative borings at the toe of the dam can be preformed. These steps are necessary in order to inform the planning of the eventual, overall rehabilitation of this dam. Rehabilitation is necessary to bring the dam into compliance with current dam safety standards, as required by the Order on Consent that DEC has entered into with the applicant to mandate the repair of this dam.
The draw down of the impounded pool will last no longer than three weeks in duration. DEC staff have determined that there will be minimal impacts to the Freshwater Wetland and associated habitat if this work is preformed prior to the amphibious hibernation period that typically occurs in the fall season.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
A Structural-Archaeological Assessment Form has been completed. The proposed activity will not impact on registered, eligible or inventoried archaeological sites or historic structures.
Coastal Management:
This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Sep 03, 2009.
Contact:
Andrea Sheeran
NYSDEC Headquarters
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233
(518)402-9167
depprmt@gw.dec.state.ny.us
* Region 3 SEQR and Other Notices
* Region 3 SPDES Renewals
1001 Kings Hwy Ste a
Saugerties, NY 12477
Facility:
Diamond Mills Dam
Partition St (US Rte 9W)|Esopus Creek
Saugerties, NY
Application ID:
3-5148-00385/00007
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 24 Freshwater Wetlands
Project is Located:
Saugerties, Ulster County
Project Description:
The Department of Environmental Conservation has tentatively determined to issue the above referenced applicant a Freshwater Wetland permit. The permit would authorize a two to three foot, temporary draw down of the impounded pool on the Esopus Creek behind Diamond Mills dam, which is bordered by NYS Regulated Freshwater Wetland S-8, Class II.
The purpose of this temporary draw down is to stop flow over Diamond Mills dam, exposing the face of the dam so that structural integrity can be evaluated and investigative borings at the toe of the dam can be preformed. These steps are necessary in order to inform the planning of the eventual, overall rehabilitation of this dam. Rehabilitation is necessary to bring the dam into compliance with current dam safety standards, as required by the Order on Consent that DEC has entered into with the applicant to mandate the repair of this dam.
The draw down of the impounded pool will last no longer than three weeks in duration. DEC staff have determined that there will be minimal impacts to the Freshwater Wetland and associated habitat if this work is preformed prior to the amphibious hibernation period that typically occurs in the fall season.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
A Structural-Archaeological Assessment Form has been completed. The proposed activity will not impact on registered, eligible or inventoried archaeological sites or historic structures.
Coastal Management:
This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Sep 03, 2009.
Contact:
Andrea Sheeran
NYSDEC Headquarters
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233
(518)402-9167
depprmt@gw.dec.state.ny.us
* Region 3 SEQR and Other Notices
* Region 3 SPDES Renewals
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Saving Money is So Boring
Saugerties Police Consolidation - Town of Saugerties Study of Service Configuration Options for the Village...
The first of two [possibly three] public meetings whose focus is Saugerties Police Consolidation took place last night at the Senior Citizen's Center. Admittedly, I entered skeptical of the presentation [given by Tim Weideman of Fairweather Consulting]. However I walked away with the impression there are folks in local government who are working [hard] for the tax payers' best interest. It was apparent that combining services should have happened long ago.
It's hard to argue with the figures. Although terribly boring, the presenter was clear with his findings - there would be no tax increase for Saugerties Town and a huge savings for Saugerties Village. "Playing devil's advocate", Mr. Weidman explained that in the worst senario if cost-savings are not implemented as proposed, Town tax payers would see an increase of 4% in the third year of implementation.
I'll try to simplify this for all concerned; presently Saugerties Village is paying 53% of its $2,000,000.00 general budget to run the Village Police Department. If Village and Town police departments merged into one entity, Village taxes would be decreased by 21% since the cost of police services would be shared equally between the Town and Village. Presently, Village tax payers are responsible for two tax bills [not including school taxes], one for services provided by the Village and the second is for services provided by the Town. Those bills combine equaling an "Effective Tax Rate" of $9.32 per thousand dollars for [accessed value]. Town property owners pay $3.12 per thousand.
The new Town of Saugerties Chief of Police Louis Barbaria presented the savings [and benefits that will be realized by the merger] through shared services, personel, equipment and technologies. If merged, the Village would have two detectives to work crime cases. In addition, the policing technologies that the Village would benefit from [which Town Police presently have] include "GPS, Mobile Data Units, License Plate Readers and MobileCop Technology". Chief Barbaria also presented the discussions that are ongoing to include a cross walking guard [at school crossings] will be hired in order to relieve the patrol officers who presently work in that position.
Working families in Saugerties Village can no longer afford to pay half our total budget to sustain the staus quo. The "Saugerties Public Safety Service Configuration - A Study of Service Configuration Options for the Village and Town Police Departments" is available at Town (246-2800) and Village (246-2321) offices for review or copy.
David Radovanovic
100 Dock Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
saugerties-ny.blogspot.com
(845) 247-0909
The first of two [possibly three] public meetings whose focus is Saugerties Police Consolidation took place last night at the Senior Citizen's Center. Admittedly, I entered skeptical of the presentation [given by Tim Weideman of Fairweather Consulting]. However I walked away with the impression there are folks in local government who are working [hard] for the tax payers' best interest. It was apparent that combining services should have happened long ago.
It's hard to argue with the figures. Although terribly boring, the presenter was clear with his findings - there would be no tax increase for Saugerties Town and a huge savings for Saugerties Village. "Playing devil's advocate", Mr. Weidman explained that in the worst senario if cost-savings are not implemented as proposed, Town tax payers would see an increase of 4% in the third year of implementation.
I'll try to simplify this for all concerned; presently Saugerties Village is paying 53% of its $2,000,000.00 general budget to run the Village Police Department. If Village and Town police departments merged into one entity, Village taxes would be decreased by 21% since the cost of police services would be shared equally between the Town and Village. Presently, Village tax payers are responsible for two tax bills [not including school taxes], one for services provided by the Village and the second is for services provided by the Town. Those bills combine equaling an "Effective Tax Rate" of $9.32 per thousand dollars for [accessed value]. Town property owners pay $3.12 per thousand.
The new Town of Saugerties Chief of Police Louis Barbaria presented the savings [and benefits that will be realized by the merger] through shared services, personel, equipment and technologies. If merged, the Village would have two detectives to work crime cases. In addition, the policing technologies that the Village would benefit from [which Town Police presently have] include "GPS, Mobile Data Units, License Plate Readers and MobileCop Technology". Chief Barbaria also presented the discussions that are ongoing to include a cross walking guard [at school crossings] will be hired in order to relieve the patrol officers who presently work in that position.
Working families in Saugerties Village can no longer afford to pay half our total budget to sustain the staus quo. The "Saugerties Public Safety Service Configuration - A Study of Service Configuration Options for the Village and Town Police Departments" is available at Town (246-2800) and Village (246-2321) offices for review or copy.
David Radovanovic
100 Dock Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
saugerties-ny.blogspot.com
(845) 247-0909
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Surface Discharge Project - Glasco Saugerties
Ulster County
Applicant:
Town of Saugerties
4 High St
Saugerties, NY 12477
Facility:
Glasco Sewer District WWTP
Glasco Tpke & Hudson St
Saugerties, NY 12477
Application ID:
3-5148-00074/00002
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 17 Titles 7 & 8 Municipal SPDES - Surface Discharge
Project is Located:
Saugerties, Ulster County
Project Description:
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is pursuing a Department Initiated Modification (DIM) and renewal to the State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Permit (NY 014 5564), pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 750-1.18, New York State's Environmental Benefit Permit Strategy (EBPS).
The following describes the proposed modifications: The Glasco Wastewater Treatment Facility is a municipal wastewater treatment facility. The permit is for a discharge of 0.424 mgd. Effluent limits are for secondary treatment with year-round disinfection. No changes in effluent limits are proposed. Permit pages have been updated based on current department guidance, format and nomenclature. The modification also includes several other minor reporting modifications. The facility has surface discharge into the Hudson River, a class A water.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
The proposed activity is not subject to review in accordance with SHPA. The permit type is exempt or the activity is being reviewed in accordance with federal historic preservation regulations.
Coastal Management:
This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Jun 26, 2009.
Contact:
Teresa Diehsner
NYSDEC Headquarters
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233
(518)402-9167
depprmt@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Applicant:
Town of Saugerties
4 High St
Saugerties, NY 12477
Facility:
Glasco Sewer District WWTP
Glasco Tpke & Hudson St
Saugerties, NY 12477
Application ID:
3-5148-00074/00002
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 17 Titles 7 & 8 Municipal SPDES - Surface Discharge
Project is Located:
Saugerties, Ulster County
Project Description:
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is pursuing a Department Initiated Modification (DIM) and renewal to the State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Permit (NY 014 5564), pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 750-1.18, New York State's Environmental Benefit Permit Strategy (EBPS).
The following describes the proposed modifications: The Glasco Wastewater Treatment Facility is a municipal wastewater treatment facility. The permit is for a discharge of 0.424 mgd. Effluent limits are for secondary treatment with year-round disinfection. No changes in effluent limits are proposed. Permit pages have been updated based on current department guidance, format and nomenclature. The modification also includes several other minor reporting modifications. The facility has surface discharge into the Hudson River, a class A water.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
The proposed activity is not subject to review in accordance with SHPA. The permit type is exempt or the activity is being reviewed in accordance with federal historic preservation regulations.
Coastal Management:
This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Jun 26, 2009.
Contact:
Teresa Diehsner
NYSDEC Headquarters
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233
(518)402-9167
depprmt@gw.dec.state.ny.us
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