Jefferson Adopts Code Enforcement Fee Schedule

JEFFERSON  – Although the town of Jefferson does not have every category of inspection that is a part of the state's uniform fire and building code, they do now have a fee scheduled. Anyone wishing to   know the costs of inspections will now find it on the town's website and goes according to the state's code, according to Rich Irwin, Jefferson CEO. It lists construction inspection fees and fire inspections. "They are now all in one place on a document," said Irwin.

The Jefferson Town Board had a very light agenda last Thursday as they prepared to close the books on 2024.

The public hearing on the Wind Facilities Law remains open and will carry into the new year, although no one spoke to the issue at last Thursday's meeting. 

The Heritage Day Committee did not meet this month and the next meeting is set for Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Town Hall. 

Deputy Town Supervisor Ken Cole, had nothing new to report on the Delaware and Ulster Railroad through the Catskills Revitalization Council. He said work has stopped for the season with the snowstorms and will resume next spring. The hope is that the rail ride will resume next spring.

Highway Superintendent Ray Hendrickson reported the town's Army truck is down for repair. The crews have been cutting brush. He said Peraglie Road, a dirt road, is falling apart, as are some of the other dirt roads in the town. He said frost is causing problems in a few areas. He said the loader is also broken down and will need to be replaced. It cannot be repaired. He will be looking to get a quote on a new loader.

Supervisor Peggy Hait said the paperwork for the Post Office building sale is expected to be ready next week. She said she would contact board members when the paperwork is ready.

The short meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. The town will meet to reorganize on January 16, the regular meeting date.