Town of Esopus Library Expansion History


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January 2001 Capital Campaign is listed on the Finance Committee’s agenda as a major funding strategy for the 2000 Hasbrouck House Alliance Appeal
March 2001 Mary McClellan advised that looking into other property in the Port Ewen area for the library expansion warrants investigation. Andre’ Dionne advised that the Board will have to put together a scenario on what the Library plans to do. The Board will have to decide whether to build on the property the Library is already located on or purchase another piece of property.
MOTION: FOR THE LIBRARY TO STAY ON THIS PROPERTY AND THE BOARD PURSUE TO EXPAND THE LIBRARY ON THIS PROPERTY
ALL IN FAVOR - 1, ALL OPPOSED – 4 MOTION DEFEATED
May 2001 MOTION: TO EXPAND THE LIBRARY ON THE EXISTING SITE ALL APPROVED
July 2001 BUILDING EXPANSION TASK FORCE - COLIN EVANS advised that the Construction and Contracts Committee will need to draft specifications for the next contract. Concept sketches, floor plans, etc. will be done by architect Rick Alfandre and Dennis Suraci for a cost of $2,500.00 each. NEVER DONE
November 2001 BUILDING EXPANSION TASK FORCE Andre’ Dionne advised that he has established an Expansion Cabinet that includes four people. These people are Andre’ Dionne (from the Board), Tom Carpino (from the Friends), Susan Hauer (staff) and Colin Evans (from the Volunteers and Community).
December 2001-April 2002 NO ACTIVITY
June 2002 Library Trailer Researched: cost, placement on lawn, heating, entrance into building
August 2002 During library inventory suggestion made to investigate Mr. Spinnewebber’s facility across the street for extra space requirements.
September 2002 Annex Project Announced at Fall Festival A meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 1 at 7:30PM for the building expansion project.
October 2002 Mr. Spinnewebber tells library that he is going to rent downstairs facility to liquor store. Offers library second floor. Library declines offer as patrons would enter in back and elevator would be required. Estate of Donald Taylor: Library notified that it would be receiving approximately two million dollars from Mr. Taylor’s estate
November 2002 Property of Douglas Freeman Mr. Freeman advised that he has sent a letter to the Town stating that his property is not on the real estate market; however, his property is for sale. The property has been subdivided. The opportunity may be available for negotiation once again.
November 2002 Tamara Watson, Mediator from the Council of Community Services of NYS, Inc conducts expansion workshop. “Colin Evans and “Caring Citizens/Library Advocacy Group” participated” DISCUSSION OF THE FUTURE LIBRARY President Pecora introduced Tamara Watson of the Council of Community Services of New York State, Inc. He advised that Tamara would be facilitating the meeting regarding the discussion on the future library expansion. The board discussed the following regarding EXPANSION TO THE CURRENT SITE:
    PRO
  • Like location in Town-to retain flavor of Town
  • Build in rear and later tear down & expand in front
  • Great view of river-Connection to Burroughs
  • Expand next door and keep view
  • (Add modern addition)
  • Greenway help available
  • Historic Association
  • Town could guarantee view through Town law/zoning
  • Connection to river important
  • Legislative assistance re: river view
  • Burnt Hills (visit to get ideas)
  • 9W expansion-may not take frontage
  • Cost effective – Stay within 40/40/20
  • Help retain vitality of Main Street
    CON
  • Parking
  • Expense in retrofitting
  • Time-gap (re: use of existing building)
  • Cannot accommodate 2 major renovations – Issue of being landlocked
  • Handicap access issues
  • Short-sighted re: future (no room for future expansion)
  • Possibility of changes to 9W resulting in forced changes to library
  • Would still be undersized even with expansion of 11,000 square feet
  • Cannot control view
  • No space for multi-purpose/listening room/practice room
  • Hard to find space for meeting room
The board discussed the following regarding a NEW SITE (15,000 SQUARE FEET)
    POSSIBILITIES
  • Town Park
  • In front of Condos (Canal Street)
  • Upper Canal Street (South of Medrex & Condos)
  • Property by Port Ewen School (Robert Graves)
  • Lindy’s Diner
  • 9W in front of roller rink
  • Pappy Slate’s corner
  • Motel on the lake and house next door
  • In back of brick house across from diner (West side)
  • Village of Esopus Fire Station
  • Property next to new fire station
  • St. Anna (river view)
  • Banner of Love Church property
  • Mary Pulveranti property
  • Old supermarket property
  • On Broadway (2-3 buildings)
    CRITERIA
  • Look at models (Burnt Hills & Olive Free Library
  • Good-size community room with 100 parking spaces
  • Community room segregated from library so accessible when library is closed
  • Handicap Access (ADA)
  • River views
  • Survey of community interest
  • Geographic range—how far out?
  • Service to population center
  • Anchor for further development
  • Community survey input concerning location
  • Outdoor passive entertainment area
  • Acreage (3 to 5 acres)
December 2002
    Strategic Plan
  • Feasibility Study - completed previously
  • Needs Assessment - completed previously
  • Develop budget for project - set by Board Fall 03
  • Hire consultants
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Public Relations
  • Architect/Construction
  • Project Manager
  • Library Planner
  • Time Line
  • Winter 02-Develop time line; start processes
  • Spring 03 Investigate available property - hire Real Estate Agent
  • Summer 03 Purchase property
  • Fall 03 - Board approve project budget
  • (Budget constraints favor modular construction)
  • Hire architect/designer to work with modular construction
  • Hire Project Manager
  • Winter 03 Preliminary building design and layout approval -
  • Community input on designs
  • Review of plans by a library planner
  • Release preliminary plans to other modular firms and construction companies for competing bids.
  • Spring 04 Site work on property
  • Approve construction plan
  • Summer 04 begin construction
  • Winter 04 Building completion

2003
January 2003 Earl Johnson, Colin Evans and Linda Rolufs visit New York State Department of Corrections with Town Supervisor Ray Rice John Reilly introduces everyone to MKM
January 2003 CONTRACTUAL COMMITTEE-Earl Johnson
Earl Johnson distributed material to the board regarding library requirements
The following sites have been looked at:
  • • Canal Street and other properties on River Road
  • • State owned property across from Medrex
  • • Laundromat (Town of Esopus) -1.5 acres owned by Dick Wenzel
  • • Freeman Property
  • • Matthew Greene, real estate agent, Jon Hoyt Realty advised that there is a barn building on 100 acres located on New Salem Road that is for sale.
  • • John Reilly, from the New York State Department of Corrections, addressed the board regarding a modular building for the new library.
January 14, 2003 MKM submits company history, references, resumes for review
February 2003
  • • Banner of Love Church-Did not want to sell
  • • Letter to Douglas Freeman documenting his telephone response that he wasn’t interested in selling to library.
  • • River Road behind BOCES-Josephine Myers representing Miron indicated a price of $250,00. Property was very rocky
  • • Received 2 listings from Mary Bono Real Estate on property-not in Port Ewen Village
March 2003
  • • Mr. Wenzel re supermarket property does not want to sell
  • • Earl Johnson rode with Dan Terpening to identify a number of vacant properties in the village
  • • Earl Johnson, Colin Evans, Linda Rolufs looked at horse barn- not in village
  • • Earl Johnson looked at property near highway garage-not acceptable
  • • Earl Johnson looked at property off River Road-not in sewer district
  • • Letter to Mr. Sorbello soliciting his agreement to sell property in front of skating rink
  • • Contacted Dr. Aguilar re property on 9W-Did not want to sell
April 2003
  • • John Riley-NYS Dept. of Corrections presents firm of Morkaut and Kovach: Architects, Designers, Planners and Construction Managers
  • • Tour of the modulars being constructed at the State Prison in Mid-Orange and the modular built Florida Library scheduled
  • • Hasbrouck Avenue site in Port Ewen would require a land use plan. Jack Spinnenweber and Vince Provenzano contacted regarding the Hasbrouck and Gurney Streets. If the library could purchase this site, it would solve the problem of having an entrance into the Hasbrouck property.
  • • Received letter from Mr. Sorbello indicating his agreement to sell
April 24, 2003
    Suggested Time Line Developed by MKM: Six Scenarios submitted
  • • May 2003 Begin land identification process target 3-5 sites for decision Identify chosen sites
  • • June 2003 Close on land; Site specific design development to start; Site clearing
  • • August 2003 Present drawings review Refine site specific drawings
  • • September 2003 Site work completed-rough grade location of structure Start formal working drawings
  • • October 2003 Foundations start to completion; Finish all working drawings; Out to Bid
  • • November 2003 Commence construction to completion at bid award architectural and engineering
  • • December 2003 Construction
  • • January 2004 Completion
May 5, 2003 Marian Schoettle conducted “brainstorming” workshop at the Esopus Firehouse 7 people attended
May 6, 2003 Marian Schoettle conducted “brainstorming” workshop at the Port Ewen Town Hall 18 people attended
May 7, 2003 Marion Schoettle conducted “brainstorming” workshop at the St. Remy Firehouse 8 people attended
May 21, 2003

CONTRACTUAL COMMITTEE-Earl Johnson
Sorbello Property – 2 acres in front of skating rink. Asking approximately $200,000 (legal and subdivision fees not included).
Pro: Favored to stay on 9W.
Con: Traffic congestion.

Spinnenweber Property off Hasbrouck Avenue –approximately 3.68 acres.
There are three proposals from Mr. Spinnenweber:

  • • Mr. Spinnenweber will buy the library house and property for $300,000 and sell the Hasbrouck property for $450,000
  • • Sell the library the Hasbrouck property for $560,000
  • • Sell the library a smaller amount of Hasbrouck property for $105,000
Preparation work before building could be a major deterrent. Need land use plan and possibly soil borings as well as access to Salem Street. There is the possibility of purchasing Vince Provenzano’s property (3 lots), which would allow the entrance into the Hasbrouck property.

No appraisals done at this time regarding the above-mentioned properties.

Board President suggested the board hire a buyer’s agent, Winn Morrison who could help the library acquire property. Gordon Webb was recommended as an appraiser.
MOTION: TO HIRE WINN MORRISON AS A BUYER’S AGENT IN ORDER TO HELP THE TOWN OF ESOPUS LIBRARY WITH NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING THE PURSUIT OF PROPERTY
1 ABSTENTION – Andre Dionne 7 APPROVED

June 2003
July 9, 2003

Winn Morrison spoke to the board regarding property acquisition for the library. At this time, property is selling at a premium and a two-acre lot is not easily found in the area.

The following properties were discussed among board members:
Douglas Freeman property - On the market for $699,000 ($550,000 on the house and $165,000 on the lot in back). Winn viewed the Freeman property and spoke with Mary Bono, the listing agent for Mr. Freeman. She advised that it was a justified price. President Pecora advised that the library is looking at property that will accommodate a 12,000 square foot, two-floor building. President Pecora advised that it was important to stay within the 40-20-40 plan. Jack DiMuccio advised that he would like to see the proposal from the original offer. The board members are interested in offering Doug Freeman $400,000 plus tax credits for his whole property. A portion of his property will also be checked on. Winn will pursue this.
Reilly and Riverview property - little over an acre and asking in the $400,000 range. Sorbello property - 2 acres in front of skating rink. Asking approximately $200,000 (including legal fees). The available property would be approximately 195-198 feet frontage on Route 9-W, approximately 395 feet deep along the line of Albert Sorbello’s and approximately 175 feet north to the Hennings property line. Winn Morrison advised that Mr. Sorbello is not willing to sell any further property.
Spinnenweber property off Hasbrouck Avenue - approximately 3.68 acres.

    There are three proposals from Mr. Spinnenweber:
  • • Mr. Spinnenweber will buy the library house and property for $300,000 and sell the Hasbrouck property for $450,000
  • • Sell the library the Hasbrouck property for $560,000
  • • Sell the library a smaller amount of Hasbrouck property for $105,000 Preparation work before building could be a major deterrent. Need access to Salem Street, possibility of purchasing Mr. Provenzano’s property (3 lots).
President Pecora advised there would be a second proposal forthcoming from Mr. Spinnenweber as well as another property site for the board to view.

Canal property - 1.83 acres. Next to Medrex. Asking $500,000. May take $300,000. President Pecora suggested that board members look at the Canal property and also asked Winn Morrison to check with the owner to see if she would be willing to sell for $300,000. The board agreed. Winn Morrison spoke to the board regarding property acquisition for the library. At this time, property is selling at a premium and a two-acre lot is not easily found in the area.

The following properties were discussed among board members:

Douglas Freeman property - On the market for $699,000 ($550,000 on the house and $165,000 on the lot in back). Winn viewed the Freeman property and spoke with Mary Bono, the listing agent for Mr. Freeman. She advised that it was a justified price. President Pecora advised that the library is looking at property that will accommodate a 12,000 square foot, two-floor building. President Pecora advised that it was important to stay within the 40-20-40 plan. Jack DiMuccio advised that he would like to see the proposal from the original offer. The board members are interested in offering Doug Freeman $400,000 plus tax credits for his whole property. A portion of his property will also be checked on. Winn will pursue this.

Reilly and Riverview property - little over an acre and asking in the $400,000 range. Sorbello property - 2 acres in front of skating rink. Asking approximately $200,000 (including legal fees). The available property would be approximately 195-198 feet frontage on Route 9-W, approximately 395 feet deep along the line of Albert Sorbello’s and approximately 175 feet north to the Hennings property line. Winn Morrison advised that Mr. Sorbello is not willing to sell any further property.

Spinnenweber property off Hasbrouck Avenue - approximately 3.68 acres.
There are three proposals from Mr. Spinnenweber:

  • • Mr. Spinnenweber will buy the library house and property for $300,000 and sell the Hasbrouck property for $450,000
  • • Sell the library the Hasbrouck property for $560,000
  • • Sell the library a smaller amount of Hasbrouck property for $105,000 Preparation work before building could be a major deterrent. Need access to Salem Street, possibility of purchasing Mr. Provenzano’s property (3 lots).
President Pecora advised there would be a second proposal forthcoming from Mr. Spinnenweber as well as another property site for the board to view.

Canal property - 1.83 acres. Next to Medrex. Asking $500,000. May take $300,000. President Pecora suggested that board members look at the Canal property and also asked Winn Morrison to check with the owner to see if she would be willing to sell for $300,000. The board agreed.

July 15, 2003

Freeman Property: Spoke with Mary Bono, offered $400,000 plus the possibility of tax credits. Doug Freeman not interested in tax credits. $525,000 counter-offer just for the top parcel (Lot 1). This does not include the parcel in back - this would take a separate offer. No possibility of subdivision as Doug Freeman wants to sell the land all in one piece.
Spinnenweber Property: Does not want to combine lots.
Canal Street: Originally wanted $500,000. $400,000 was the lowest the owner would sell. Win advised the owner of the property has now agreed to sell the property for $350,000. Winn Morrison waives 6% commission, reducing the price of the lot to $340,000. The adjacent property (.80 acres +/- located on Canal Street in Port Ewen) owned by Delores Maisch, $55,000 is the final selling price.

MOTION: AUTHORIZING PRESIDENT ROSCOE PECORA SIGN THE BINDER AGREEMENT WITH WIN MORRISON, REAL ESTATE AGENT, FOR $405,000 AS THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR BOTH PROPERTIES [Canal Street]
ALL APPROVED. NO OPPOSITION.

President Pecora asked the Recording Secretary to perform a roll call of all board members regarding the adoption of the above motion:

  • Jennifer Tether Bowser - Yes
  • Mary Carole Starke - Yes
  • Dennis Helm - Abstain
  • Tom McInerney - Yes
  • Jack DiMuccio – Yes
  • Donna McAuley - Yes
  • Earl Johnson-Absent
  • Laura Petit- Yes
    6 - Yes, 1 - Abstain (Dennis Helm),1 - Absent (Earl Johnson)
July 29, 2003 Director files for NYSERDA building funds
August 2003 MKM meets with Linda Rolufs and Marion Zimmer to talk about preliminary plans
August 27, 2003 Director receives notification that Library will receive $10,000 NYSERDA grant. Award winning environmental company EME Group will work with library
September 4, 2003 Building Committee Prep to meet with MKM
September 9, 2003 Hudson Valley Appraisal Completed and submitted to Board
September 15, 2003

Morkaut & Associates met with the Contractual Committee and Board of Trustees on September 15th at 6:00pm. Chair Earl Johnson requested the recording secretary fax a letter to Michael Morkaut with the following questions:

  • • Relationship with a NYSERDA representative
  • • Liability of having Morkaut be both the architect and construction/project manager
  • • Applicability of Wicks Law to this project
  • • Discussion on the responsibility of the Library for construction details vs. the responsibility of the construction project manager
  • • Relationship to trade unions using modular construction
  • • Revised Time scale on project

September 24, 2003 Ecosystems Strategies, Inc. submits proposal to Library lawyer for Phase I Environmental Study
September 2003

Earl Johnson and Colin Evans will be applying for a State Aide grant for the acquisition of property only. To complete the application, three items must be included; a certificate to show that the Library has funds to match the funds the State will disburse (recent bank statement from Merrill Lynch), a statement that reflects the Town has no objection and a statement of valuation of property. According to legal counsel, a statement from the Town or the Zoning Board is not necessary due to the fact the Library falls under the Education Law and is exempt.
Colin Evans asked when does the Planning Stage occur and President Pecora advised him that it would commence as soon as Morkaut & Associates or another firm is hired.

October 2003
November 26, 2003 Mike Morkaut meets with staff to show preliminary plans and get their ideas and feedback.
December 5, 2003 Spoke with Lisa at Winn Morrison. Requested further documentation.
Josh Cohen Midhudson Director researched modular building construction from independent architects and construction companies. Josh reported that there were no disadvantages in this type of construction. He specifically mentioned Peter Hoffman, Architect and Midhudson Trustee.
December 12, 2003 Mike Morkaut took Jennifer Tether Bowser, Trustee and John Georghiou, Director of the Plattekill Library down to the Corcraft facility and the Florida Library.
December 12, 2003 PR Meeting Lois and Linda traveled to Albany to meet with Sean Casey of Sawchuck and Brown. Op-ed article to be discussed, schedule of services. R:10 C:2
December 2003 Stop work order invoked to review preliminary plans

2004
January 28, 2004 Building Committee met with representatives of Morkaut Assoc. to review status of preliminary plans
February 25, 2004 Board of Trustees votes to hire library planner, Rodney B. Perry of Rochester, NY
March 11 & 12, 2004 Community workshops will be conducted
March 24, 2004 Board of Trustee Meeting
V. Rodney Perry, Library Planner-The Britton Consultancy Group
Interim Report.
Report should be completed by the end of March 2004.
April 28, 2004 Board of Trustee meeting
IX. RODNEY PERRY, LIBRARY PLANNER-THE BRITTON CONSULTANCY GROUP
Report.The final presentation summary.
The Board discussed and amended Resolution #11 to include the following underlined changes:
RESOLUTION # 11 of 2004
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF THE TOWN OF ESOPUS LIBRARY RECOMMENDING the hiring of Rodney Perry, Library Planner, not to exceed 72 hours at a cost of $5040 plus reimbursable expenses. Sponsored by the Building Committee: Chairman Pecora, Trustee Petit, Trustee DiMuccio and Trustee Johnson
Resolution offered by Earl Johnson, Resolution seconded by Mary Carole Starke
Resolution duly adopted.
For the record, President Pecora advised that he supports Resolution #11. President Pecora advised that Resolution #5 that was voted on previously by the Board needs to be amended by adding “PLUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES”.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF THE TOWN OF ESOPUS LIBRARY RECOMMENDING the hiring of Rodney Perry, Library Planner Co-Sponsored by the Research and Development: Chairman Petit, Trustee Ingellis AND the Building Committee: Chairman Pecora, Earl Johnson, Trustee DiMuccio, Laura Petit AND the Finance Committee: Trustee Pecora and Trustee Starke
Resolution offered by Earl Johnson, Resolution seconded by Mary Carole Starke
Resolution duly adopted.
May 26, 2004 Board of Trustee Meeting
Contractual – Earl Johnson reported that request for proposal for architectural services process has been initiated. 15 architect were mail the RFP. Porposals are due by June 15th. May 27th meeting scheduled for May 27 at 1:00pm for the architects that are interesting in helping the Library. Needs assessments have been sent via e mail to candidates.
June 23, 2004 II. OVERVIEW OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFPs)-Earl Johnson Several architectural firms were mailed RFPs and eight (8) responses have been received. Board members are urged to review these proposals and submit the Architect Evaluation form with their opinions by July 9th. The Building Committee will meet on July 14th to discuss the “short list” of architects and develop a list of questions for interviews.
Contractual/Building-Roscoe T. Pecora Report.
Matter of Record: Correspondence: Roscoe Pecora read a letter from Rodney Perry of The Britton Consultancy.
June 23, 2004 Building Committee meeting
  • 1. June 14, letter from Rodney Perry, The Britton Consultance urging the Library to move forward on constructing a small library building that we can afford to operate.
  • 2. General discussion proposed by Earl Johnson to extend the June 15th deadline for requests fore proposals from architects and/or firms. Deadline should be honored in fairness to all parties that met the deadline.
  • 3. Review period for RFP’s (seven) submitted through July 9th. Copies disbursed to all members and complete set kept in the Library for review.
July 14, 2004 Building Committee meeting
  • 1. Evaluation of the 7 respondents to the request for proposal
    Stein White Nelligan, New York, NY and Spectra, Poughkeepsie eliminated.
    Other five will be contacted for interviews.: Peter Hoffman, Alfandre, Guenther 5, EPOC, and Thomas Group.
  • 2. Questions on project design: 9,000Sq Ft. – construction costs are rising sharply.
July 22 – August 3 2004 Interviews held with architectural candidates:
  • July 22 EPOC Partnership, New York, NY
  • July 28 Thomas Group, Albany, NY
  • July 29 Peter R. Hoffman, Marlboro, NY
  • July 30 Robin Guenther, New York, NY
  • August 3 Alfandre Associates, New Paltz, NY
July 28, 2004 Board of Trustees Meeting
Building Committee Report – Roscoe T. Pecora
  • Five architectural firms are being interviewed: EPOC, Rick Alfandre, The Thomas Group, Gunther and Hoffman. All meetings are open to the public. All interviews are being taped and trustees are urged to listen to the tapes and e-mail their comments to Earl Johnson. Please see Melinda Wright if you are interested in taking home a tape.
  • The Building Committee will meet on August 13th to discuss and select the firm whom they feel is qualified for the project.
  • It may be possible to have a final candidate recommendation for the August Board meeting and a Resolution on the September 22 Board meeting to accept the architectural firm.
  • There will be a penny social fundraising event scheduled for September 10th at the Town Hall in Port Ewen. The event will raise money to landscape the new library. The Friends of the Library may also participate in the event. A box will be placed downstairs in the Library to accept donations.
  • Barbara Hill requested clarification of the Building Committee and its structure. It was felt that a board member should be chairing the Building Committee. The board will review what was discussed at this meeting and will have an answer at the next meeting. Nancy Sleight has agreed to co-chair the Building Committee for one (1) month until a decision has been made.
  • For the record: Mary Carol Starke Starke stated the Building Committee has done a great job and thanked them for all the work that has been accomplished.
August 13, 2004 Building Committee meeting
  • 1. Will contact Mr. Daniel Adams, Esq. For specialized legal services regarding construction contracts.
  • 2. Will move forward with lot line deletion/revision on Canal Street property to combine both lots into a single parcel.
  • 3. Commmittee members filled out a numerical ranking sheet on the five architectural firms interviewd; 1 – 5 (best) on the following criteria: cost, sustainability, modular experience, expertise, library experience.
    Thomas Group received the highest, EPOC the second rating.
    Results will be presented to the Board of Trustees on August 25th regular Board Meeting.
August 25, 2004 Board of Trustees Meeting
Building Committee Report– Nancy Sleight
The Committee advised that after many meetings, the Thomas Group was selected as the architectural firm to build the new library. They have in-house engineers, etc. so stages of the project will not have to be “farmed-out”. The Thomas Group is extremely creative and problem solving.
Resolution #27: Authorizes the hiring of an architectural firm. The board discussed the content and decided that “pending written response of the qualifications” should be stated instead of “based on review of the qualifications”.
Resolution #27 Amended:
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF THE TOWN OF ESOPUS LIBRARY
Re: Authorization to Hire An Architect Firm
Resolution offered by Nancy Sleight,Resolution seconded by James Dwyer
September 20, 2004 Building Committee meeting
  • 1. September 13 received 4 copies of agreement from Thomas Associates. Review contract from Thomas Associates, Ithaca, New York
  • 2. Met with Poughkeepsie based contract attorney, Daniel Adams, who will review the contract.
October 18, 2004 Workshop meeting Library Board of Trustees with Town of Esopus Board to discuss Route 9W/Bowne Street property being acquired by the Town to build a new Town Hall. Possibility of locating new Library building on that site.
October 27, 2004 Board of Trustees meeting
November 4, 2004 Representative of Thomas Group meets with Staff and Building Committee
November 12, 2004 4PM Building Committee and Staff to meet with representative of Thomas Group
November 17, 2004 Board of Trustee meeting
presentation by Thomas Group on the designs to date.
November 30, 2004 Public information meeting held at Town Hall. Presentation by Thomas Group.
Suggestions from the public: more traditional design, need elevator
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2005
January 3, 2005 Building Committee Meeting: Presentation by Lee Parker, NYSERDA. Motion to persue LEED certification and commissioning co funded by NYSERDA
January 11, 2005 Public Workshop held at Town Hall. Presentation by Thomas Group. Suggestion from public increase handicap parking spaces, take measures to prevent snow falling over entrance.
January 19, 2005 Building Committee Meeting: Thomas Group presented change in roof over the community lobby to prevent snow sliding off on the entrance. Motion to recommend changes to the Board. Committee will make presentations to legislators for member items.
January 26, 2005 Board of Trustees meeting: Accept changes to schematic design for entry roof, and application to NYSERDA for LEED certification and commissioning.
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