The Chairman, Mr. Ferebee, called the meeting to order at 5:32 PM, explaining that the purpose of tonight's meeting was to adopt the 2011 Budget.

Mr. Ferebee said with a few changes made to the revenue portion, this budget shows a 3% increase. A discussion followed with the Board saying they didn't think it was going to be that much.

While reviewing the figures in the budget, a discussion arose regarding the new employees hired recently.
Mr. Biesemeyer said he wasn't aware of the hire.

Resolution No. 217 - 10
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the Town Board adopt the 2011 Town of Keene Budget as presented here tonight. This resolution was seconded by Mr. Martin.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes

Resolution No. 218 - 10
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, to meet requirements for the adoption of the amendments to Article 7 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law, Part T of Chapter 569 of the Laws of 2010, the Town Board proposes establishing Local Law #3 of 2010, A Dog Licensing and Control Law. Be it also resolved, that the Town Board set a Public Hearing to review such Law, December 14, 2010, at 6:45 PM, at the Keene Town Hall. This resolution was seconded by Ms. Neville.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes

Mr. Biesemeyer asked how much longer the Town Audit would last.
Mr. Ferebee said a few more days.

Mr. Ferebee informed the Board that Charlie Segard would be starting the new handicapped ramp on Monday.

Resolution No. 219 - 10
Ms. Neville offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the Town of Keene formally request in writing, ownership of the old mail boxes that will be removed from the Keene Valley Post Office. This resolution was seconded by Mr. Biesemeyer.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes

A discussion regarding the Post Office followed.
Ms. Neville said she had talked to some business about the contract unit saying that people are emotional about this situation. She said it would be nice if the public had some say in where this service is offered. She suggested appointing a task force to take in the information.

Resolution No. 220 - 10
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the following voucher was accepted for payment. This resolution was seconded by Ms. Neville.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes

General Fund Voucher No. 523 $26,200.00

Resolution No. 221 - 10
Mr. Jaques offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that with all business having been transacted, this meeting be adjourned. This resolution was seconded by Mr. Martin
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes

This meeting was adjourned at 6:03 PM.

Ellen S. Estes, Town Clerk
November 30, 2010

William B. Ferebee, Supervisor
Paul R. Martin, Councilperson
Robert M. Biesemeyer, Councilperson
Marcy A. Neville, Councilperson
Lawrence Jaques, Councilperson