Two Retire From Stamford Town Board
By Liz Page
HOBART – With two long-time council members retiring from the Stamford Town Board, last Wednesday’s meeting ended with a reception to honor Dan Deyseroth for his 16 years and Dave Post’s 11 to 15 years of service to the town. Post was not sure how many years, having come in on an appointment and then running for the office with a few years in between.
Stamford will open the new year with two new board members and two with one year of experience each. They will also have a new highway superintendent, who was elected.
Board members approved paying the 2025 bills as they filter in to save on budget adjustments.
Deputy Highway Superintendent Kevin Rinehart gave his report on the highway department, saying they have been working to stay ahead of the snowflakes. In between they have been working on the old Mack to have a spare truck. The issue of a salt shortage has been rectified.
Mike Cairns of LVDV was present to present a new connection to the South Kortright sewer system. It has been designed by a professional engineer at the cost of the property owner. It has also met the other criteria required by the sewer law. The application fee has been paid and the cost to hook into the sewer is $5,000, again at the expense of the property owner. The inspector has approved the connection and town board gave its approval for the connection.
Board members also approved a five-year extension to a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILLOT) with the Western Catskills Community Revitalization Council in the apartment complex in the village of Stamford. The town’s attorney will draft an agreement which was at 3 percent. The extension will be 5 percent.
The tow dog control officer passed the inspection from the state Agriculture and Markets Department. They also expected and approved the county shelter in Delhi. There was discussion last month that the town dog control officer did not answer the phone. She is willing to give up the position and Doug McMullen said he was interested in the position and will do some research before letting Supervisor John Kosier know for certain.
A proposal to place a memorial bench for Dan Deysenroth’s grandfather, Howard Nichols was approved by the board. Nichols was a long -time town supervisor and chairman of the Delaware County Board of Supervisors.
The two outgoing council members were asked if they had any words of wisdom to offer the incoming council members. Deysenroth said never be afraid to ask questions. Chances are that if you don’t understand something, others do not either. Post said you need to be aware of your surroundings and to do what is best for the community as a whole.
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