TOWN OF CRAWFORD
TOWN BOARD MEETING
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Crawford will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, December 17th, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. This meeting will be held via remote ZOOM videoconference, as described further below.
Based upon notices and health advisories issued by Federal, State, and Local officials related to the COVID-19 virus pandemic and as permitted under Governor Cuomo’s Executive Order Numbers 202.1 and 202.10, the public will not be permitted to attend the public meeting in person at the Town Hall. Instead, the public will have the ability to see and hear the meeting live via the ZOOM videoconference meeting as described below, as permitted by the New York State Open Meetings Law, as modified by the Executive Orders. Due to public health and safety concerns, the public will not be permitted to attend at the remote locations where the Town Board members will be situated.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that, to the extent practicable, the Town Board’s agenda will be made available online in advance of the meeting at www.townofcrawford.org.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that any person who wishes for his or her comment to be heard during the public comment session during the remote meeting can send his or her comments in advance of the meeting to [email protected] or call 845-744-2020 by no later than 4:00 PM on December 17th, 2020.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that, in accordance with Executive Order 202.1, said meeting will be recorded and a transcript will be prepared at a later date, in addition to the regular meeting minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE VIRTUAL MEETING: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can register, log in, and see the video and hear the audio of the live session. You can access the Town meeting as follows: Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85613029414?pwd=VEx4UzJ4c3IrMHFIeUh4cEM3WFZlUT09Meeting ID: 856 1302 9414
Password: 746270
On the evening of Thursday, December 17th, 2020 several minutes before 7:00 pm log in with your electronic device. You will be placed on hold until the meeting starts. If anyone has any questions regarding the videoconference they may call the Town Clerk’s Office 845-744-2020.
Planning Board Meeting
PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
121 Route 302
Pine Bush, NY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning Board of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for a special use permit for a bed and breakfast inn and public wine bar at the property located at 85 Depot Street designated as 4-6-5 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the CH Zoning District, owned by Tami Cohen and Mary Grass. Said hearing will take place on December 9, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
For the Planning Board
Linda Zwart, Chairman
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning Board of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for a residential ground-mounted solar array proposed by New York State Solar Solutions at the property located at 163 Dunthorne Drive designated as 22-1-87 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the RA Zoning District, owned by Thomas Smith. Said hearing will take place on December 9, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning Board of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for a special use permit for a 60 ft. x 140 ft. pole barn for equipment storage at the 8.3 acre vacant land located at Stone Schoolhouse Road north of Petticoat Lane designated as 22-1-72.22 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the (I) Zoning District, owned by Caroline Deligny. Said hearing will take place on December 9, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for an area variance for a lot line change between 2 non-conforming pre-existing lots at the property located at 352 & 346 Union School Road, designated as 21-1-126.22 & 21-1-126.23 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the RA Zoning District, owned Ross A. Winglovitz. Said hearing will take place on December 2, 2020, at 7:30 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
For the Zoning Board of Appeals
Bruce Schwope, Chairman
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for an area variance for front yard setback for existing structures on Lot #6 of approved 6 lot subdivision at the property located at 269 Stone Schoolhouse Road, designated as 22-1-72.1 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the (I) Zoning District, owned Orange County Estates. Said hearing will take place on December 2, 2020, at 7:30 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Crawford will hold a public hearing for an interpretation and/or appeal of the Building Inspector’s determination for a propane filling and exchange station at the property located at 11 Boniface Drive, designated as 8-2-69.62 on the Tax Map of the Town of Crawford in the BP-Hamlet Zoning District, owned BW10 Realty (Beer World). Said hearing will take place on December 2, 2020, at 7:30 P.M. at 121 Route 302, Pine Bush, NY.
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NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Serving Orange County Many older adults and/or those with disabilities are able to live alone independently. Unfortunately, others may be isolated or separated from their families and are in need of some caring assistance. A small bit of help can make a huge difference. For many, it gives them the ability to live and remain in the comfort of their own homes. The Friendly Visitor Program is committed to supporting Orange County residents in need by matching as many as possible with local volunteers.
For neighbors in need, the following are examples of services that may be provided: Transportation to local appointments Help with grocery shopping Home visits Chatting on the phone Clerical assistance
Volunteers: Have an impact on the life of their neighbors Donate approximately two hours per week at a time that works for you Will be thoroughly trained Receive a background check at no charge Will be insured while volunteering
For assistance or to volunteer, please leave a message at (845) 341-1173. Calls will be returned.
There is no charge for this service. Services are offered to senior adults, and adults with disabilities.
Many aging adults and their families are unaware of the different care options and programs available to them. One that is growing in popularity with families is assisted living, which is designed to maximize independence and quality of life. The links below provide comprehensive information on topics like financial support and assisted living options that are available in the area.
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Orange County residents ages 60 and older may be eligible for home-delivered meals. To determine your eligibility, phone the Orange County Office of the Aging at 845-615-3710.
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Senior Cancer Guide Mesothelioma Symptoms Mesothelioma Prognosis
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