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Union Vale board approves summer pay bump for recreation aides, transfers funds and tables software vote
Summary
At its July 15 meeting the Town of Union Vale board approved a retroactive pay increase for two summer recreation aides, transferred roughly $1,069 to close a recycling‑booth capital account and moved $31,040 from surplus equipment sales into the highway equipment reserve; the board also tabled a municipal software purchase and discussed a proposed firewood‑harvesting policy.
The Town of Union Vale board on July 15 approved three administrative resolutions, amended the agenda to add a recycle‑center overhead‑door discussion, and tabled consideration of a proposed municipal software package pending further departmental review.
The board approved Resolution No. 48 (2026) to raise summer recreation assistants Jean Marie Ludwig and Catherine D'Angelo from $17.50 to $18.00 per hour for the 2026 season; the increase was made retroactive (May 2026 start date for one employee and June 2026 for the other). The chair noted the change represents "less than $300 impact to the budget" and said funds are available. The board adopted the resolution by roll‑call vote. (Resolution No. 48, 2026.)
In a second action the board approved Resolution No. 49 (2026) to transfer $1,068.96 from the general fund to zero out the HP recycling booth capital project subaccount and authorized closing that subaccount. The board then approved a resolution to deposit $31,040 from the public surplus sale of highway equipment into the town's highway equipment reserve account.
On a separate motion the board agreed to table consideration of a proposed municipal software purchase after department heads raised last‑minute concerns; the chair said staff should work with the vendor and that the board would revisit the matter at a later date.
The board also discussed a draft firewood‑harvesting policy for town properties. Officials debated permit mechanics, indemnification/waiver language, seasonal limits, safety restrictions (particularly about cutting partially downed or dangerous trees) and the need for maps showing eligible harvesting areas. The town attorney and staff said permits, waivers and enforcement language will be considered before the policy returns to the board.
The chair introduced a quote from Dutchess Overhead Doors to modify the recycle‑center overhead door so it can be operated during power outages; the board added that item to new business for consideration. During public comment a resident urged more roadside cleanup, raised concerns about bears and pet safety in hot weather, and said parts of the town were among the last to be restored after the recent power outage.
The board moved into executive session at the end of the public meeting to receive legal advice on two contracts; the chair said no decisions would be made after the executive session and announced the next regular meeting for August 5 at 7:30 p.m.
