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TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 The Town Board of the Town of Haverstraw met at a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the Town Hall, One Rosman Road, Garnerville, New York. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. On Roll Call the following members answered to their names: Supervisor Howard T. Phillips, Jr.

Councilman Isidro Cancel (Absent) Councilman Vincent J. Gamboli Councilman Ralph W. Kirschkel Councilman Johnny Ortiz ADOPTION OF MINUTES 288-26 ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE TOWN BOARD MEETING OF MAY 26, 2026 as submitted by the Town Clerk and on motion by Councilman Gamboli, seconded by Councilman Ortiz were unanimously adopted.

PAYMENT OF BILLS Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel, and on roll call unanimously adopted. 289-26 RESOLVED, that bills numbered 1318 through 1438 in the amount of $1,592,196.30 ($23,697.86– Highway Department) audited at this meeting, be and they are hereby paid.

ACCEPTANCE OF REPORTS Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Gamboli and on roll call unanimously adopted. 290-26 RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Haverstraw does hereby accept the Police Department Activity Report for the month of May 2026.

APPOINTMENT OF RYAN LUTZ - POLICE OFFICER - FULL TIME The following resolution was offered and unanimously adopted by all of the Town Board Members. 291-26 RESOLVED, THAT UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF CHIEF OF POLICE JOHN J. GOULD, JR.

, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY APPOINT RYAN LUTZ OF HAVERSTRAW, NEW YORK TO THE POSITION OF POLICE OFFICER, FULL TIME, FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW POLICE DEPARTMENT AS A RESULT OF A RESIGNATION/REINSTATEMENT EFFECTIVE JUNE 9, 2026, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THIS APPOINTMENT IS SUBJECT TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE ROCKLAND COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL, AND MR.

LUTZ SHALL SERVE A PROBATION PERIOD OF TWO (2) YEARS. TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN NORTH ROCKLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW Councilman Gamboli offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Ortiz and on roll call unanimously adopted.

292-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 20, 2024 BETWEEN THE NORTH ROCKLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS AT THE NORTH ROCKLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. AWARD OF BID NO.

5 - 2026 – PURCHASE OF ROUTE 202 DISPLAY BOARD Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel and on roll call unanimously adopted.

293-26 RESOLVED, THAT BASED UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF DIRECTOR OF PARKS JOHN FRIZALONE, AND THE BIDS HAVING BEEN FOUND IN ORDER BY THE TOWN ATTORNEY, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH STEWART SIGNS OF SARASOTA, FLORIDA THE LOWEST BIDDER FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROUTE 202 DISPLAY BOARD AT A COST OF $37,781.46. AWARD OF BID NO.

8 - 2026 – TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW TOWN HALL SUPERVISOR’S HVAC REPLACEMENT Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Gamboli and on roll call unanimously adopted.

294-26 RESOLVED, THAT BASED UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF BUILDING INSPECTOR GEORGE BEHN, AND THE BIDS HAVING BEEN FOUND IN ORDER BY THE TOWN ATTORNEY, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH STONY POINT HEATING & COOLING, LLC OF STONY POINT, NEW YORK, THE SOLE BIDDER FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW TOWN HALL SUPERVISOR’S HVAC REPLACEMENT INCLUDING A 2-YEAR SEASONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT, A 5-YEAR WARRANTY FOR EQUIPMENT, AND A 1-YEAR WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY AT A COST OF $41,440.

00. AGREEMENT BETWEEN PODEROSA ENTERTAINMENT AND THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW Councilman Gamboli offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Ortiz and on roll call unanimously adopted.

295-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH PODEROSA ENTERTAINMENT OF BRONX, NEW YORK FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, WHICH INCLUDES TWO (2) BANDS TO PLAY FOUR (4) SETS OF 35 MINUTES, FOUR (4) DANCERS AND SOUND SYSTEM FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW’S LATIN NIGHT AT BOWLINE POINT PARK FOR SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 WITH RAIN DATE SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026 AT A COST OF $13,150.

TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH ELINOBI M ROSARIO OVALLES (DJ WILLY) AND THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel and on roll call unanimously adopted.

296-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH ELINOBI M. ROSARIO OVALLES (DJ WILLY) OF GARNERVILLE, NEW YORK FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING DJ SERVICES FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW’S LATIN NIGHT AT BOWLINE POINT PARK FOR SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026 WITH RAIN DATE SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026, AT A COST OF $500.

APPROVAL OF SPONSORSHIP FOR UPTOWN LITTLE LEAGUE Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Gamboli and on roll call unanimously adopted. 297-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW HEREBY APPROVES A SPONSORSHIP TO UPTOWN LITTLE LEAGUE IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000.00.

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW AND GOOSETOWN COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Gamboli offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Ortiz and on roll call unanimously adopted.

298-26 THE TOWN BOARD HEREBY AUTHORIZES THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH GOOSETOWN COMMUNICATIONS OF CONGERS, NEW YORK TO LEASE AND INSTALL A CRADLEPOINT MODEM FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR TERM WITH MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $1,260.00.

RETAIN AUDITOR FOR PALISADES GARDENS OF ROCKLAND LLC TAX CERTIORARI PROCEEDINGS Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel and on roll call unanimously adopted. 299-26 WHEREAS, IT APPEARS FROM THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE TOWN ASSESSOR AND KARA J. CAVALLO, ESQ.

, OF J&G LAW, LLP, TOWN COUNSEL FOR THE TOWN IN THE AFORESAID PROCEEDING, THAT AN AUDITOR BE HIRED TO CONDUCT A TAX CERTIORARI AUDIT PURSUANT TO 22 NYCRR §202.

59(C); NOW, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, THAT THE FEE PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY LEONARD W VONA, CPA, CFE IS ACCEPTED AND LEONARD W VONA, CPA, CFE IS HEREBY RETAINED TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY APPRAISAL AND ANY REQUIRED ADDITIONAL WORK AS PRESENTED IN LEONARD W VONA, CPA, CFE PROPOSAL DESCRIBED ABOVE.

TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEW ERA TECHNOLOGY AND THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Gamboli and on roll call unanimously adopted.

300-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW HEREBY AUTHORIZES THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH NEW ERA TECHNOLOGY OF CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT FOR CONVERTING PRI TO SIP W/HAND OFF AT THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW POLICE DEPARTMENT, AS SPECIFIED IN THE PROPOSAL, AT A COST OF $1,110.00.

AUTHORIZATION FOR SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES AGREEMENT, HOST COMMUNITY BENEFIT AGREEMENT, AND MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW AND OAK TREE APARTMENTS Councilman Gamboli offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Ortiz and on roll call unanimously adopted.

301-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES AGREEMENT, HOST COMMUNITY BENEFIT AGREEMENT AND MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW AND OAK TREE APARTMENTS.

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW AND FLYING FILMS NY Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel and on roll call unanimously adopted. 302-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE HOWARD T. PHILLIPS, JR.

, SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH FLYING FILMS NY OF HARRINGTON PARK, NEW JERSEY FOR THE SERVICE OF SHOOTING VIDEO AT THE 4 TH OF JULY EVENT ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026, WITH A RAIN DATE OF THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2026 AT A COST OF $975. RE-AWARD OF BID NO.

4 - 2026 – BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW SENIOR CITIZENS TRIPS Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Ortiz and on roll call unanimously adopted. 303-26 WHEREAS, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW PREVIOUSLY PASSED A RESOLUTION ON FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AWARDING BID NO. 4 - 2026 FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BUS TRANSPORTATION TO WEST POINT TOURS, INC.

OF VAILS GATE, NEW YORK; AND WHEREAS, WEST POINT TOURS, INC.

HAS SINCE BEEN SOLD, IS NO LONGER OFFERING THE CONTRACTED SERVICES, AND IS UNABLE TO FULFILL THE TERMS OF THE BID; AND WHEREAS, A REPLACEMENT VENDOR IS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY TO ENSURE UNINTERRUPTED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW SENIOR CITIZENS TRIPS; AND TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 WHEREAS, SHORTLINE COACH USA OF CHESTER, NEW YORK, IS AVAILABLE AND QUALIFIED TO ASSUME THE SCOPE OF WORK AND SERVICES OUTLINED IN THE ORIGINAL BID SPECIFICATIONS; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF WILLIAM STEIN, TOWN ATTORNEY, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW DOES HEREBY RESCIND THE PREVIOUS AWARD TO WEST POINT TOURS, INC.

, AND HEREBY RE-AWARDS BID NO. 4 - 2026 FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR 2026 TO SHORTLINE COACH USA OF CHESTER, NEW YORK, AT THE APPROVED RATES; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE TOWN SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS, AND DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO FINALIZE THIS ARRANGEMENT WITH SHORTLINE COACH USA.

PURCHASE OF FOUR (4) SETS OF TRAFFICLOGIX SPEED TABLES - TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT UNDER SOURCEWELL CONTRACT #042225-LGX Councilman Ortiz offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Kirschkel and on roll call unanimously adopted.

304-26 RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW HEREBY AUTHORIZES THE SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH TRAFFIC LOGIX CORPORATION OF SPRING VALLEY, NEW YORK TO PURCHASE FOUR (4) SETS OF TRAFFICLOGIX SPEED TABLES WITH CHEVRON ARROWS AS SPECIFIED IN THE PROPOSAL DATED JUNE 3, 2026, FOR DEPLOYMENT ON TOWN STREETS THROUGH SOURCEWELL CONTRACT NUMBER 042225-LGX AT A TOTAL COST OF $9,374.

00 INCLUDING DELIVERY. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A SPONSORSHIP FOR THE QUISQUEYA SPORTS CLUB – MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION Councilman Kirschkel offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Gamboli and on roll call unanimously adopted.

305-26 WHEREAS, THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW TOWN BOARD WISHES TO SUPPORT THE QUISQUEYA SPORTS CLUB MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION; AND NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HAVERSTRAW HEREBY APPROVES A SPONSORSHIP TO THE QUISQUEYA SPORTS CLUB MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500.00.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION A Pomona resident raised safety concerns regarding minors operating e-bikes and scooters without helmets on the main roads in the Town. Supervisor Phillips stated that a local law regulating the operation of electric scooters and electric-assist bicycles was recently passed to address this issue in the unincorporated area of the Town of Haverstraw.

TOWN BOARD GARNERVILLE, NY JUNE 9, 2026 ANNOUNCEMENTS A Paper Shredding event at Town Hall, sponsored by Rockland Green, is scheduled for June 13 th from 8:00 am to 12 Noon. The Town of Haverstraw Fitness Classes at Bowline Point Park are free to the general public. For the schedule and more information, please call Town Hall at 845-429-2200 or join the Facebook group “TOH Summer Fitness Classes.

” The Town of Haverstraw Annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks at Bowline Point Park are scheduled for Wednesday, July 1 st . The Epic Soul Band will start performing at 7:00 pm and the Fireworks will start at 9:30 pm. The Town of Haverstraw Thursday Night Concert Series begin on Thursday, July 9 th . For more information please visit the Town’s website at www.townofhaverstraw.gov.

The 7 th Annual Town of Haverstraw Latin Night is scheduled for July 18 th at Bowline Point Park from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The Town of Haverstraw Youth Board has another amazing trip scheduled. To reserve your tickets to the NY Yankees vs. NY Mets game at the Yankee Stadium on September 13 th , please email Lorraine Arocena at larocena.townofhaverstrawyb@gmail.com or call Town Hall at 845-429-2200, extension 329.

The next Town Board meeting is scheduled for July 14th at 7:00 pm.

ADJOURNMENT 306-26 Supervisor Howard T. Phillips, Jr. stated that he would like to close tonight’s meeting in memory of Nereyda Soto, Freddy D. Javier, Jamie Ann Miller, Helen Patterson, Anthony Holdampf and Michael C. Walsh who recently passed away. A motion was made by Councilman Gamboli, seconded by Councilman Ortiz, and unanimously adopted and the Town Board Meeting was adjourned. ______________________________ RAQUEL VENTURA TOWN CLERK