906 Sawkill Road
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-8853
www.townkingstonny.us
JUNE, 2013
FROM THE SUPERVISOR’S DESK
Hurricane season is here! The season for tropical storms spans from June 1 through November 30,
though activity tends to increase beginning in mid-August, and typically peaks on or around
September 10th.
This year, the Farmers’ Almanac is predicting an active tropical storm season. As we found out
with hurricanes Irene, Lee and Sandy the last few years, it is important to be prepared for any
storm related emergencies.
Terms to Know
Flood or Flash Flood Watch: Indicates that flooding or flash flooding will occur within a few
hours of heavy rainfall.
Flood or Flash Flood Warning: Inundation of a normally dry area near a stream or other
watercourse has been reported or is imminent.
Hurricane Watch: Hurricane conditions MAY threaten an area within 48 hours.
Hurricane Warning: Hurricane conditions (winds over 74MPH) are expected in a specific area in
36 hours or less.
Emergency Supplies Checklist
Portable battery-powered radio, Flashlight(s), Extra batteries, Non-perishable food/water, Manual
can opener, Clothing, rain gear and sturdy shoes, Prescription medicines, Glasses/contact
lenses/contact lens solution, Identification/credit cards/cash, First aid kit
The Town has a website at townkingstonny.us. This website lists contact information for Town
officials and other representatives. There are also two Facebook sites (TOK, and the other is I’m
from Sawkill and Proud of It) that contain Town information. We plan to have these sites
manned and updated during emergencies. We also will have someone manning the phones
(336-8853 Extension 11) during the emergency.
CODE OF ETHICS
The town is looking for three (3) people to serve on the Board of Ethics. Candidates must be
permanent residents of the Town of Kingston, NY, must be over 21 years of age, and not hold any
elected or appointed position in the Town.
Interested residents should submit a letter of interest and resume by July 16, 2013 to Paul Landi,
Town Supervisor, 906 Sawkill Road, Kingston, NY 12401.
ZENA SCHOOL
Zena School will be closing its doors at the end of the month. A FAREWELL TO ZENA
SCHOOL DAY will be held on Saturday, June 15th from 12 noon to 4PM. Call 679-8160 or
679-6076 or Facebook Zena Elementary School Alumni Reunion for more information.
HISTORIAN’S CORNER
Signs
Have you noticed the new sign for Leggs Mill Bridge? The Town is in the process of ordering two
new signs: one for the Howe Mill’s across from Sawkill Park Road and one for the Jockey Hill
School on Jockey Hill Road.
School Bell
Many of you may have noticed the school bell in the Town Hall. This bell had hung for many
years in the one-room schoolhouse that later became the Town Hall. Ludwig Wittig, the master
craftsman, who designed and built the judge’s bench and the eagle behind the judge’s bench, made
the beautiful stand on which the bell sits. We are fortunate to have this piece of history.
A Look Back
The original Jockey Hill School was built in 1865. It served the community until it burned down
in 1921. A new school was built behind the present Town Hall. It operated until January 1960
when classes were merged into the Kingston Consolidated School System. The building was
deeded to the Town as a Town Hall until its demolition in 2010.
NOVENA AT ST. ANN’S CHURCH
The Novena at St. Ann’s Church will be held from July 18 - July 26 at 7PM.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Building permits are needed to build in our Town. Bob Cologero’s cell phone number is
750-5983. He also has office hours on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4-6PM.
TIME WARNER
If you are experiencing any problems with your Time Warner service, please contact Councilman
Larry Queipo at 914-388-3865 and have the following information available:
Details of what the problem is
How many times and dates you contacted Time Warner about the problem
When Time Warner last attempted to resolve the problem
SAWKILL VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
BROOKS BBQ
The Brooks BBQ fundraiser for the Fire Company will be held on Tuesday, August 13 th. Chicken
dinners are $11 pre-order; $12 at the door. Rib dinners are $12 pre-order; $13 at the door. Please
contact Dave Hoffman 383-1731 or RJ Walton 399-9711 to place your orders.
FIRE HALL RENTAL
Need a place to have a get-together or party? Then consider renting the Fire House. Call Dave
Hoffman 383-1731 for details. Or call 336-8853 (extension 10) if you would like to rent the
pavilion.
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Personnel (Fire, Ambulance, Police, and Town Officials) make every effort to respond as quickly
as possible to your emergency calls. To help them arrive at the emergency location - make sure
that all address numbers are clearly visible form the road.
325th CELEBRATION
The 325th anniversary will be held on Saturday, September 14th from noon until 5PM. We have
been having meetings on the second Wednesday of each month for the planning of this event. If
you have any suggestions or input, please come down and participate in our meetings.
SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM
The Summer Recreation will start on Tuesday, July 9th and end on Friday, August 2nd. The
program will run Tuesdays through Fridays from 9AM until 12 noon. The program is for ages 5 15. Call the Town Hall for further information.
The Town (Recreation Department and Sawkill Fire Company) will also be marching in the
Children’s Day Parade on Friday, July 12th. The parade route starts at Kingston High School and
ends at Kingston Plaza.
TOWN OF KINGSTON
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
REC PROGRAM - TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY,THURSDAY AND FRIDAY
9:00 A.M. TO 12 NOON
NO MONDAYS - JULY 9 THRU AUGUST 2, 2013
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Welcome to the Town of Kingston’s Summer Recreation Program. The following information should answer your
many questions regarding the operation of our summer program. If you have any further questions, please feel free
to contact us Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon at 336-8853 x 10.
1. The program runs from ages 5 through 15, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and
Friday. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARRIVE BEFORE 9:00 A.M. OR
REMAIN AFTER 12:00 P.M. (noon) - UNLESS PROGRAM SO DESIGNATES.
2. We will be providing juice to your youngster. Please remind them to be careful where they place their
belongings since the playground is open to a free flow of traffic in and out of activity areas.
3. Program will be open at all times, rain or shine. On rainy days the program will meet under the pavilion.
4. Remind your child that all conduct that applies during the school year will be adhered to during the summer
program. Your child is expected to follow the rules of the summer program and show proper respect toward the
staff. If at any time there is a problem with a child, parents/guardians will be notified and the child may be
suspended from the summer program. This suspension can be daily, weekly or permanent - depending on the
problem, child and parent.
5. We always welcome participation by your family in our events. If you would like to volunteer to help, please
indicate this on the permission form. Our success comes from your support, as well. Please contact us with any
suggestions or comments at 336-8853 x10.
6. If you are dropping your child off, please park your car by the Sawkill Fire House and then walk to the
playground area. Also, when picking your child up, please park by the Fire House.
7. The Summer Recreation is a FREE program. We will be asking for $5 each ($13 per
family if 3 or more are needed) to purchase T-Shirts to be worn during the program and the
Children’s Day Parade (July 12th).
I would like to remind everyone that this is a summer recreation program. We have rules that must be followed,
but we are here to have fun. We maintain a quality program with a quality staff. We need the cooperation of staff,
children and parents to assure continuance of our quality programming.
TOWN OF KINGSTON
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PERMISSION SLIP
Child’s Name:_______________________________Age:_____Sex:________ T-SHIRT SIZE _______
Child’s Name:_______________________________Age:_____Sex:________ T-SHIRT SIZE _______
Child’s Name:_______________________________Age:_____Sex:________ T-SHIRT SIZE _______
Child’s Name:_______________________________Age:_____Sex:________ T-SHIRT SIZE _______
Allergies (if any):_______________________________________________________________
Allergies (if any):_______________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________Phone:_____________
Father/Guardian:____________________________Mother/Guardian______________________
Day Phone:________________________________Day Phone:__________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Person to be notified in the event of an emergency if parents/guardians cannot be reached at home or work.
Name:______________________________Phone:________________________________
In the event that the Town of Kingston staff is unable to locate promptly either parent or person designated to be
notified in case of medical emergency, medical personnel may take such emergency measures as they deem
appropriate and shall notify the parent or legal guardian as soon as possible.
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COST FOR T-SHIRTS (AND ONLY COST OF THIS PROGRAM) WILL BE $5 EACH ……. FAMILY
PLANS (MORE THAN 2 T-SHIRTS) WILL BE $13
Date:__________________
__________________________________________
Signature of Parent or Guardian
PLEASE RETURN FORM TO THE TOWN HALL BEFORE JULY 9, 2013
IMPORTANT DATES
JUNE
3 -Town Board 7PM 12- Senior’s 1PM
12 -325th Meeting 7PM
16- Father’s Day
17 –Planning Board 7PM
19 –Town Workshop 6:30P
3 -Town Board 7PM 12- Senior’s 1PM
AUGUST
2 - Summer Rec Ends
5 - Town Board 7PM
13 - Brooks BBQ - Fire Company 4PM
14 - Senior’s 1PM
19 - 325th Meeting 7PM
21 - Planning Board 7PM
21 - Town Workshop 6:30PM
JULY
1 – Town Board 7PM
4 - Independence Day (Town Offices Closed)
9- Summer Rec Begins
10 - 325th Meeting 7PM
12 - Children’s Day Parade
15 -Planning Board 7PM
17 - Town Workshop 6:30PM
18 - 26 Novena at St. Ann’s 7PM
SEPTEMBER
2 - Labor Day (Town Offices Closed)
4 - Town Board 7PM
8 - Grandparents Day
11 - Senior’s 1PM
11 - 325th Meeting
14 - 325th PARTY 12Noon until 5PM
16 - Planning Board 7PM
18 - Town Workshop 6:30PM
22 - First Day of Fall