Harpersfield Has a Light Agenda

HARPERSFIELD – Members of the Harpersfield Town Board held a short meeting as the fiscal year winds down.

They renewed the contract with Headwaters EMS, but will ask a representative to attend next month’s meeting to provide an update on the ambulance service the towns of Harpersfield, Stamford and Kortright provide funds to for a not-for-profit service. They would like to know how the service is doing and discuss the finances.

Board members learned that Positive Pay has been set up and changes are being made to the town’s website in accordance with recommendations. 

The town transfer station will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 and Christmas Day, Dec.25.

Board members also approved renewal of the contract with the Delaware County Planning Department in the amount of $3,500.

The town’s Comprehensive Highway Improvement Program (DHIPS) funding has been submitted for town roadways. They have also submitted paperwork for the purchase of the truck. Those payments may be received in March or April.

Highway Superintendent Russell Hatch is looking to sell the town’s 2005 S550 and the skid steer used at the transfer station. Supervisor Driscoll said the must find a replacement for the skid steer before it can be sold.

The town is still in conversations with attorneys regarding the assessment on the Walgreen building.

The board moved into executive session to discuss litigation.