TOWN OF WOODSTOCK NY

TOWN BOARD MEETING

45 COMEAU DRIVE, WOODSTOCK NY 12498

7PM, FEBRUARY 17, 2026

AGENDA

 

A.Call to Order

B. Pledge of Allegiance

C. Resolutions (including Board discussion and public comment)

C.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes

C. 2 Approval of Clerk’s Report

C. 3 Authorize Payment of Vouchers

C. 4 Resolution Amending Planning Board Member Term

C.5 Resolution Appointing New Planning Board Member

C.6 Resolution Hiring Labor Counsel

C.7 Resolution Accepting Resignation of Part Time Officer

C.8 Resolution Appointing Lead Agency for Lasher Zoning Changes

C.9 Resolution Modifying Title of Climate Smart Communities Position

C.10 Resolution Appointing a Juvenile/Youth Officer

C.11 Resolution Adjourning Public Hearing – Zoning Law Map Amendments (Chapter 260)

C. 12 Resolution Appointing Liaison to Cemetery Committee

D. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items

F. Adjournment

 

 

 

RESOLUTIONS

APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

 

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept minutes for meetings held on January 3, 2026, January 20, 2026, and January 22, 2026.

 

 

APPROVAL OF CLERK’S REPORT

 

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept Town Clerk’s report.

 

 

AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS

 

BE IT RESOLVED, to authorize payment of vouchers in the amount of $3,202,052.74.

 

 

RESOLUTION AMENDING PLANNING BOARD MEMBER TERM

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby amends the term of Jennifer Drue as a member of the Planning Board, revising the previously established end date from December 31, 2033 to December 31, 2032, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this amendment is made to align the member’s term with statutory requirements and established board term schedules.

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING NEW PLANNING BOARD MEMBER

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoint Joseph Vescio as a member of the Planning Board effective immediately, with a term ending 12/31/2029.

 

 

 

RESOLUTION HIRING LABOR/EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Youngwirth Law, PLLC be appointed Labor Attorney for the Town of Woodstock for the calendar year 2026, and the Supervisor is authorized to execute a professional services agreement to be kept on file with the Town Clerk.

 

 

 

RESOLUTION ACCEPTING RESIGNATION OF PART-TIME OFFICER

 

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept the resignation of part-time police officer Cheryl Benjamin effective February 11, 2026 and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to thank Officer Benjamin for her service to Woodstock.

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING LEAD AGENCY FOR LASHER ZONING CHANGES

 

 

WHEREAS, the Town of Woodstock has received a zoning amendment request for 5 Library Lane and 100 Tinker Street (the “Site”) from applicant Homesick Blues LLC and Bearsville Center LLC (the “Request”); and

 

WHEREAS, the Town Board supports the beneficial reuse of buildings and in particular desires to facilitate revitalization of the central Woodstock hamlet by attracting business and multifamilly housing, including affordable and workforce housing, to the hamlet; and

 

WHEREAS, the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requires an environmental impact review before the Town may take action to approve the Request; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town has received the Full Environmental Assessment Form (FEAF) Part I from the applicant; and

 

WHEREAS, the purpose of the Request would be to permit the redevelopment of the Site pursuant to the Applicant’s plans, which will require site plan approval from the Town Planning Board; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town Planning Board’s site plan review jurisdiction makes it an involved agency for the SEQRA review of the project; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town Board desires the project to undergo coordinated SEQRA review pursuant to 6 NYCRR § 617.6 to better ensure review and mitigation of any impact and compliance with applicable codes including without limitation the standards for development within the Hamlet Preservation Overlay (HP-O) District in section 260-37 of the Town Code; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the experience of the Town Planning Board in conducting SEQRA reviews of land development proposals, but wishes to begin the SEQRA review of the project as soon as possible;

 

NOW THEREFORE

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board accepts the FEAF Part 1 to commence the

SEQRA review of the Request; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to circulate a Notice of Intent to Be Lead Agency under SEQRA and a copy of the EAF, and supporting documents to the Town of Woodstock Planning Board as an involved agency and interested agencies, including but not limited to the Ulster County Department of Public Works, and Ulster County Planning Board; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board declares its intent to cooperate with the Town Planning Board on the designation of lead agency for the project, so as to facilitate efficient SEQRA review of the project. 

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION MODIFYING TITLE OF CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES POSITION

 

 

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Woodstock previously appointed Linda Setchell as the Town’s Climate Smart Communities Chair; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to update the title of this position to more accurately reflect its duties;

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the title Climate Smart Communities Chair is hereby amended to Climate Smart Coordinator; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all responsibilities, authorities, and duties previously assigned to the Climate Smart Communities Chair shall now apply to the Climate Smart Coordinator.

 

 

 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING A JUVENILE/YOUTH OFFICER

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints Officer Caitlin Hoban as the Police Department Juvenile/Youth Officer; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the duties and responsibilities outlined in the attached document shall be followed and adhered to.

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION ADJOURNING PUBLIC HEARING – ZONING LAW MAP AMENDMENTS  (CHAPTER 260)

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Woodstock Town Board adjours the public hearing on proposed amendments to the Town of Woodstock Zoning Law Map, Chapter 260, until further notice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING LIAISON TO CEMETERY COMMITTEE

 

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Reggie Earls is appointed liaison to the Cemetery Committee.

 

 TB 2026 0217 Agenda Final.pdf

DRAFT: TOWN OF WOODSTOCK

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Meeting Minutes

February 17, 2026

            Town Offices, 45 Comeau Drive, Woodstock, NY 12498 and via Zoom

 

Presiding: Supervisor Courtis

Council Members Present:

• Council member Laura Ricci
• Council member Laurie Osmond
• Council member Reginald Earls

Members of the press present: Nick Henderson and Bill Kemble 

Call to Order at 7:00pm

Pledge of Allegiance

 Resolutions:

• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Clerk’s Report
• Authorize Payment of Vouchers
• Resolution Amending Planning Board Member Term
• Resolution Appointing New Planning Board Member
• Resolution Hiring Labor Counsel
• Resolution Accepting Resignation of Part Time Officer
• Resolution Circulating for Lead Agency for Lasher Zoning Changes
• Resolution Modifying Title of Climate Smart Communities Position
• Resolution Appointing a Juvenile/Youth Officer
• Resolution Adjourning Public Hearing – Zoning Law Map Amendments (Chapter 260)
• Resolution Appointing Liaison to Cemetery Committee

RESOLUTION 74-2026 

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Ricci

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept minutes for meetings held on January 3, 2026, January 20, 2026, and January 22, 2026.

All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 75-2026 

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Earls

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept the Town Clerk’s report.

 All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 76-2026

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Osmond

BE IT RESOLVED, to authorize payment of vouchers in the amount of $3,202,052.74

 

 All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 60-2026 AMENDED

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Ricci 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby amends the term of Jennifer Drue as a member of the Planning Board, revising the previously established end date from December 31, 2033 to December 31, 2032, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this amendment is made to align the member’s term with statutory requirements and established board term schedules.

   All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 77-2026 

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Osmond

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoint Joseph Vescio as a member of the Planning Board effective immediately, with a term ending 12/31/2029.

    All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls – aye

RESOLUTION 78-2026 

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Ricci 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Youngwirth Law, PLLC be appointed Labor Attorney for the Town of Woodstock for the calendar year 2026, and the Supervisor is authorized to execute a professional services agreement to be kept on file with the Town Clerk.

 All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 79-2026

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Osmond 

BE IT RESOLVED, to accept the resignation of part-time police officer Cheryl Benjamin effective February 11, 2026 and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to thank Officer Benjamin for her service to Woodstock.

 All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 80-2026 

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Osmond

WHEREAS, the Town of Woodstock has received a zoning amendment request for 5 Library Lane and 100 Tinker Street (the “Site”) from applicant Homesick Blues LLC (the “Request”); and

WHEREAS, the Town Board supports the beneficial reuse of buildings and in particular desires to facilitate revitalization of the central Woodstock hamlet by attracting business and multifamily housing, including affordable and workforce housing, to the hamlet; and

WHEREAS, the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requires an environmental impact review before the Town may take action to approve the Request; and

WHEREAS, the Town has received the Full Environmental Assessment Form (FEAF) Part I from the applicant; and

WHEREAS, the purpose of the Request would be to permit the redevelopment of the Site pursuant to the Applicant’s plans, which will require site plan approval from the Town Planning Board; and

WHEREAS, the Town Planning Board’s site plan review jurisdiction makes it an involved agency for the SEQRA review of the project; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board desires the project to undergo coordinated SEQRA review pursuant to 6 NYCRR § 617.6 to better ensure review and mitigation of any impact and compliance with applicable codes including without limitation the standards for development within the Hamlet Preservation Overlay (HP-O) District in section 260-37 of the Town Code; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes  the experience of the Town Planning Board in conducting SEQRA reviews of land development proposals, but wishes to begin the SEQRA review of the project as soon as possible;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board accepts the FEAF Part 1 to commence the

SEQRA review of the Request; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board determines that the Request is an

Unlisted Action under SEQRA, and that the Town Board declares its intent to be the Lead

Agency for the SEQRA review of this project; and 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to circulate a Notice of Intent to Be Lead Agency under SEQRA and a copy of the EAF, and supporting documents to the Town of Woodstock Planning Board as an involved agency and interested agencies, including but not limited to the Ulster County Department of Public Works, and Ulster County Planning Board; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board declares its intent to cooperate with the Town Planning Board on the designation of lead agency for the project, so as to facilitate efficient SEQRA review of the project. 

All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 72-2026 AMENDED

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Ricci

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Woodstock previously appointed Linda Setchell as the Town’s Climate Smart Communities Chair; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to update the title of this position to more accurately reflect its duties;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the title Climate Smart Communities Chair is hereby amended to Climate Smart Communities Coordinator; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all responsibilities, authorities, and duties previously assigned to the Climate Smart Communities Chair shall now apply to the Climate Smart Communities Coordinator.

  All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 81-2026

First: Supervisor Courtis

Second: Councilmember Osmond  

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints Officer Caitlin Hoban as the Police Department Juvenile/Youth Officer; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the duties and responsibilities outlined in the attached document shall be followed and adhered to.

All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 82-2026

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Osmond

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Woodstock Town Board adjourns the public hearing on proposed amendments to the Town of Woodstock Zoning Law Map, Chapter 260, until further notice.

All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

RESOLUTION 83-2026

First: Supervisor Courtis        

Second: Councilmember Ricci

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Reggie Earls is appointed liaison to the Cemetery Committee.

All voted 4-0:

• Supervisor Courtis –aye
• Councilmember Ricci –aye
• Councilmember Osmond –aye
• Councilmember Korolkoff –aye
• Councilmember Earls - aye

Public Be Heard: 

Patrick Acker - Supporting Officer Hoben as the new Juvenile/Youth Officer

Gloria Tanchelev- Incentives for art businesses, artists communal housing and ADU incentives for housing artists

Rebekah Brooks- Open meetings law applied for committees, scheduling 

Urana Kinlen - Social media and one local page for outreach, adding module for Building Department to track STRs.

Rachel Marco Havens- questions regarding lead agency for the Zoning, co-leadership at the Youth center for female youth, open discussion at the TB meetings

Fanny Prizant - recording of meetings in an alternative way and utilizing the community center and the equipment there. 

Adjournment:

At 7:33 PM, Supervisor Courtis moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilmember Ricci. All voted aye.

.Respectfully submitted,

________________________________

Meghann Reimondo, Deputy Town Clerk

 

 TB 2026 0217 Minutes Draft v2.pdf