Kinderhook Village Announcements

Village of Kinderhook		October 1, 1998
BULLETIN		Volume 7

Annual Halloween Parade

The Kinderhook Village Recreation Commission will hold it's annual Halloween parade for children of the village on Thursday, October 31st at 6:00 P.M., beginning in front of the Treasure Shop. The parade will cross Route 9 south to Rothermel Avenue and end at the pavilion in the park where bags of candy and cider will be distributed.

This popular event is funded entirely by local businesses and individuals in our community. Donations can be made at the Kinderhook Village Hall or placed in any of our "Halloween cans" located throughout the village. Thank you for your continued support.

Leaf Pickup To Begin October 19th

D.P.W. Superintendent Jack Taylor has set Monday, October 19th as the tentative date for the start of leaf pickup. All piles of leaves should be raked without stones, branches and twigs, to the edge of the road or over the sidewalk to the street for pickup. Branches and limbs will not be picked up. Leaf pickup will continue into November. There will be an announcement in the newspaper regarding the end date for picking up leaves.

Please also note that leaves will not be picked up in the spring as was done this past spring due to the early snow, unless Old Man Winter comes early again with the white powder.

Snow, Snow, Snow

The Village Board of Trustees would like all owners of property adjoining a sidewalk to know that they are required by Village Law to remove snow or ice within eighteen hours after the same shall have fallen or accumulated thereon. We realize sometimes it is difficult, but please make every effort to do this. Children and adults walking and forced into the road are at risk. If you would like the name of a person or business to remove snow please call the Village Hall at 758-9882. Our apologies for the wording of the warning placed on doors last year. We know you are not criminals but many were in violation of this ordinance.

Comprehensive Plan

On behalf of the Village Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Law Committee, thanks to everyone who participated in the Visual Preference Program held on July 15th. Regarding the written surveys, as of this date 40% of the residential and business surveys have been handed in. This is a very good response where the norm is about 15%. The next public meeting of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Law Committee will be held on Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 P.M. upstairs in the Village Hall. Consultant Nan Stolzenburg will present the results of the Vision and Visual Preference Program and the results of the written residential and business surveys. After the results are presented, participants will work in small groups to assist in developing a vision statement for the village. The goal of the second part of the evening will be to have participants put into words the future vision and direction in which they would like to see the village go.
Please continue to provide your input to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Law Committee.

Scarecrow Seminar Leads K.B.P.A. Events

The Kinderhook Business and Professional Association will sponsor a scarecrow seminar Sunday, October 4 from 1-3 P.M. on the Village Green. The instructor for the learn to build program will be Michael Melle. After you have made your scarecrow, you are welcome to participate in the Scarecrow Contest. All scarecrows must be completed by Saturday, October 10. Winners will be announced on Sunday, October 11th on the Village Green. Call Chris at 758-1825 for more information.

Village Candlelight Night

The Kinderhook Village Candlelight Night will be Friday, December 11th. The K.B.P.A. has said most businesses will be open and serving free refreshments from 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. Carolers, Santa Claus, and joyous activities are expected. For more information call Sharon at 758-9265.

Heard in the Village Hall

• Bicyclists should be courteous when riding on the sidewalks. Yield to pedestrians on sidewalk. Actually there is a village law prohibiting the riding of bicycles on village sidewalks.
• Motorists should obey speed limits. Village speed limit on all village streets is 30 M.P.H. unless otherwise posted. The entire length of Route 9 is 35 M.P.H. Rothermel Ave. and Extension, Gaffney Lane, William Street and Hudson Street from Route 9 to Maiden Lane are all posted with a 25 M.P.H. speed limit.
• We all remember the phrase "every litter bit hurts" please do not litter. If you see someone drop a paper remind them to plese not litter. If you can identify a vehicle which has just littered try to record the license plate number and report them to the State Police at 758-7010.
• If you notice vandalism or have your property vandalized, no matter how trivial, please report it to the Police It is important that each occurrence be reported so that the police can make a thorough investigation.
• Please respect and notify your children of the village la that states all village parks including the playground is closed from dusk to dawn. Police have been patrolling the parks at the request of the Village Board and making arrests.
• Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings is enjoyed by many. If you have to park in the square area please be courteous and remove the car by 7:00 A.M. so that the farmers can set up their stands.
• New village law limits parking to 2 hrs. for middle 10 parking spots in Village Parking Lot. Please obey this new law.

Ideas for Bulletin

If you have an idea for this newsletter or would like to see a particular subject addressed please contact a member of the village board or send a letter to the Village Hall. All material will be reviewed and given consideration for printing.

Fire Company News

If you are 18 years of age and are interested in joining the Palmer Engine Hose Fire Company, located in our village, please contact Chief Tom Peters at 758-1990 or President Dale Leiser at 758-9220 for more information. Thank You.

Member Needed for Recreation Commission

There currently exists one opening on theVillage Recreation Commission. If you think you would enjoy planning recreation events for people of all ages or just helping the current commission with regular events such as the Summer Playground or Halloween Parade please contact Mayor Rich Phillips or the Village Hall at 758-9882. The Recreation Commission meets once a month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30 P.M. Everyone is welcome.

Garbage Stickers

Just a reminder that all garbage to be picked up in the Village must have a $1 or $2 sticker affixed to the bag in order to be picked up by the garbage man. Stickers are sold during Village Office hours, Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Stickers are also available Monday evenings from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. If you wish to order by mail please send a check, made out to the Village of Kinderhook, with the amount, number of stickers, (please specify $1 or $2), and a self addressed stamped envelope to the attention of the Village Clerk.

Office Hour Time Change

If you have a topic of concern in the village, Mayor Richard Phillips is available Monday evenings from 6:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. You are welcome to visit him. If he is not available one of the trustees will take his place.

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Village of Kinderhook Bulletin - Volume 6 - April 1, 1998

Greetings Village Residents

We welcome new residents and hope everyone had a safe and warm winter. Spring is here and so is the 2nd anniversary issue of the Kinderhook Village Bulletin newsletter. Mayor Richard Phillips and the Village Trustees hope you will continue to find the newsletter worthwhile and if you have any comments or suggestions please let us know.

Let's Show Our Pride in the Village

The Village Board would again like to encourage keeping our village clean and neat. We are kicking this off by a "Pride in the Village Weekend," the weekend of April 18 and 19. This is not to be confused with our annual Village clean-up in May for rubbish and junk. We encourage residents to make a special effort that weekend to clean up the fronts of your properties, including picking up leaves and litter in the street/sidewalk area.

Leaves raked to the street will be vacuumed up by the Village DPW on April 20, 21, and 22. This is being done in the Spring this year because the early snow in the Fall halted completion of normal leaf pick-up.

Let's continue these efforts to keep the Village clean throughout the year. We will continue to have the DPW staff clean the Village Square area before and after weekends. We ask residents to continue keeping the sidewalk/street areas clean and free of debris. Also, please mow the area between the sidewalk and curb and weed the area in front of the curb.

Walking the Dog

We want to remind dog owners to please pick up after your dogs if being walked on public property, sidewalks, or someone else's property. We have recently received numerous complaints. All that is needed are a couple of plastic bags or a small plastic shovel. The Village Board does not want to have to enact a pooper-scooper law.

Village Clean-up in May

The annual Village Cleanup Weekend will be held May 16th and 17th, Saturday and Sunday. As usual containers will be located behind the Fire House on Chatham Street This service is for Village of Kinderhook residents only. Proof of residency may be requested. Time for disposing of refuse is between 9:00 AM. and 4:00 P.M. For a list of what is not allowed or for more information call 758-9882.

Village Meeting Time Change

The Village Board meetings, which are on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, will start at 8:00 P.M. for the months of May, June, July and August. This change is only for the summer. In September the meetings will start at the regular time of 7:30 P.M.

Mayor Announces Summer Office Hour

Mayor Richard Phillips will change his office hours every Monday from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Village Hall starting April 7th. If you have any concerns or issues you would like to discuss feel free to stop by. In his absence a Trustee will fill in.

Street Lights Out?

Do you know of any street light not working? How about the one near your home? If you do please call the village office at 758-9882. Please give the following information to the village staff: telephone pole number, street and name of property pole is on. Niagara Mohawk charges us whether they are working or not so let's keep our tax dollars working for us.

Parking on Sidewalks

New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 1202, prohibits the parking of vehicles on sidewalks. Please do not park cars and trucks on sidewalks, in front of fire hydrants, in front of driveways, and in crosswalks. The New York State Police have received complaints along these lines, especially in the Village Square area.

Burn Barrels Not Allowed

Just a reminder to all village residents that the burning of papers and/or garbage is prohibited in the village. In fact, burning of anything, including leaves, brush and wood is also not allowed. Questions and complaints should be called in to the New York State Forest Ranger / Environmental Conservation Officer at 784-3216

Building Permits Required

Residents are reminded of the fact that before any construction can be started a building permit and/or zoning permit is required. This includes roof shingles, sheds, gazebos, fences, swimming pools (inground and above) and siding. If you have any questions or need more information call the CEO/ZEO (building inspector) at 784-2508.

VILLAGE OFFICIALS

Fire Company Volunteers

If you are 18 years of age and are interested in joining the Palmer Engine Hose Fire Company here in our village as a volunteer, please call Mayor Rich Phillips at 758-9548 or stop in and see him at the Village Hall on a Monday evening. Thank You.

Ideas for Bulletin

If you have an idea for this newsletter or would like to see a particular subject addressed please contact a member of the village board or send a letter to the Village Hall. All material will be reviewed and given consideration for printing.

Farmer's Market Returns

Every Saturday starting June 20th and running until October 3rd the farmer's market will be held in the Village Green. Vegetables, fruits, flowers and jams are some of the goodies you may purchase for you and your home The market runs from 8:00 A.M. until NOON and is sponsored by the Kinderhook Business and Professional Association.

KinderCrafter Fair Set

The Kindercrafter Fair sponsored this year by the Kinderhook Business and Professional Association will be held on May 30th, behind the James Vanderpoel House. The rain date is May 31st. The fair will run from 9:00 A M. until 4:00 P.M.

DATES TO REMEMBER

MEETING NIGHTS

Recreation Commission News

Look for details of the Summer Playground Program sponsored by the Recreation Commission in May and June. In addition, don't forget the Community Night held the first Saturday in September. It gets bigger and better every year. Last year we had hot air balloons. For more information attend a recreation meeting on the 3rd Wednesday each month.

Community Service

The Village of Kinderhook has periodical openings on the following boards: Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Board, and Recreation Commission. If you are interested in serving on one of these please write the Mayor at the Village Hall.

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