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Legal Notices - January 15, 2026
Jan 13, 2026
Legal Notice
John J. Contracting USA LLC, a domestic LLC, filedwith the SSNY on 12/29/2025. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 364 Pumpkin Lane Clinton Corners NY 12514
Purpose: The purpose of the LLC IS TO ENGAGE IN ANY AND ALL LAWFUL ACTIVITIES FOR WHICH A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY MAY BE ORGANIZED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK Section 203 of the LimitedLiability Company Law.
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Notice of Formation of Lady Hounds Farm, LLC. Arts. or Org. filed with SSNY on 8/25/25. Office Location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Jane D. Watson, 33 Prospect Avenue, Amenia, New York 12501. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Notice of Formation of Max Cohen Design LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 11/07/2025. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Max Cohen Design LLC, 253 Benson Hill Road, Dover Plains, NY 12522. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Notice of formation of Glynevian Gundogs LLC. Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 9/25/2025. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Business Name and Address. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Legal Notice
Please take notice that the Wassaic Fire District of the town of Amenia, County of Dutchess, New York, will hold its regular meetings for the year 2026 on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. on such day at the Wassaic Firehouse, 27 Firehouse Rd, Wassaic, NY. All meetings of the Wassaic Fire District are open to the public.
This notice is being posted in accordance with the provisions of Section 94 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York.
By order of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Wassaic Fire District. January 11, 2026.
Pamela J Butts
Secretary
Wassaic Fire District
01-15-26
Notice of Receipt of Tax Roll and Warrant
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Eileen Ciaburri the Tax Collector for the Town of Pine Plains, has received the Tax Roll for 2026 and will be collecting taxes during the month of February 2026 at the Town Hall, 3284 Route 199 East, Pine Plains New York, on Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:00AM to 1:00 PM and during the months of March, April & May on Tuesday and Thursday 10:00Am-1:00PM. Taxes collected through the month of February 2026 are without penalty. Penalties are levied as follows: March 2 percent, April 3 percent, May 4 percent.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that pursuant to the provisions of the law, the Tax Roll of the Town of Pine Plains will be returned to the County Treasurer of the County of Dutchess on the first day of June 2026.
Eileen Ciaburri
Tax Collector
Town of Pine Plains
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Pine Plains Fire District held its 2026 reorganization meeting on January 7, 2026 at the Pine Plains Fire House, 7 Lake Road, Pine Plains, NY. Regular monthly meetings in 2026 will be held at the Fire House on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM.
Board of Fire Commissioners
Pine Plains Fire District
01-15-26
TOWN OF AMENIA
TOWN BOARD
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE FOLLOWING
TOWN SERVICE:
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AS ADVISOR FOR THE NEW HIGHWAY GARAGE & SALT STORAGE FACILITY FOR THE TOWN OF AMENIA
Proposals are sought and invited by the Town Board, Town of Amenia for a qualified construction management organization capable of providing comprehensive construction management as advisor services for the new Highway Garage & Salt Storage Facility for the Town of Amenia.
Proposals will be received by the Town Clerk, Dawn Marie Klingner, of the Town of Amenia, until 2:00 PM on February 3, 2026. All proposals must be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked “Construction Manager as Advisor for New Highway Garage & Salt Storage Facility”. The proposals will be opened on February 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Town Hall, 4988 Route 22, Amenia, NY 12501.
Copies of the RFP may be obtained from the Office of the Town Clerk:
4988 Route 22
Amenia, NY 12501
(845) 373-8118 ext.125
townclerk@ameniany.gov
The Town Board expressly reserved the right to waive any irregularities in a particular proposal, or to accept any proposal or reject any and all proposals, or to award on any or all items, as the interest of the Town of Amenia may require.
By order of the Town Board, Town of Amenia, New York.
By: Dawn Marie Klingner, Town Clerk
Town of Amenia
01-15-26
TOWN OF NORTH EAST, DUTCHESS COUNTY
NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF TAX BILLS AND WARRANT
TAKE NOTICE, that I, Elizabeth “Tilly” Strauss, the undersigned Collector of Taxes of the Town of North East, County of Dutchess and State of New York, have duly received the Tax Rolls and Warrant for the collection of property taxes within the Town of North East for fiscal year 2026. Collection of taxes will begin with the receipt of taxes through March 2, 2026 at the Town Hall, 19 N. Maple Ave, Millerton, New York, on the following days and times: Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; and FEBRUARY ONLY Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-noon. Checks are to be made payable to “North East Tax Collector”.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that taxes may be paid on or before March 2, 2026 without penalty. All taxes received after that date shall have an added interest of 2% for the month of March, 3% for the month of April, and 4% for the month of May. In addition, after May 15th, a fee of $2.00 will be added for each parcel.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that after June 1st, 2026 all unpaid taxes will be turned over to Dutchess County Commissioner of Finance, 22 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Dated: January 5, 2026 Elizabeth Strauss Town Clerk/North East
Tax Collector
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Classifieds - January 15, 2026
Jan 13, 2026
Help Wanted
TOWN OF FALLS VILLAGE PART-TIME RECREATION DIRECTOR: The Town of Falls Village seeks a part-time Recreation Director to plan and oversee community events, seasonal programs, and recreational activities for residents of all ages. Position requires strong organizational and leadership skills, ability to work independently, and collaboration with town staff, volunteers, and community partners. Must promote an inclusive and welcoming recreation environment and ensure compliance with town policies. Applicants with interest in the position are encouraged to apply, even if not meeting all qualifications. Salary: $12,387 annually. Apply by: January 16, 2026. Submit: Letter of interest and rto Melissa Lopes, recreation@canaanfallsvillage.org.
Services Offered
Héctor Pacay Landscaping and Construction LLC: Fully insured. Renovation, decking, painting; interior exterior, mowing lawn, garden, stone wall, patio, tree work, clean gutters, mowing fields. 845-636-3212.
Auctions, Estate Sales
Whole House and Garage Estate Sale: January 16, 17, 18. 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. 11 Deerfield Rd., Lakeville, CT. Email John with questions at sulli@ntplx.net.
Real Estate
PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Equal Housing Opportunity. All real estate advertised in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1966 revised March 12, 1989 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color religion, sex, handicap or familial status or national origin or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. All residential property advertised in the State of Connecticut General Statutes 46a-64c which prohibit the making, printing or publishing or causing to be made, printed or published any notice, statement or advertisement with respect to the sale or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, age, lawful source of income, familial status, physical or mental disability or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.
Houses For Rent
SINGLE FAMILY HOME: 3BR, 2 Bath, 2 story & bsmnt, full kitchen, DR, laundry, large garden, rural Lakeville btw Hotchkiss & Lime Rock, Available Feb 1. $2,100 plus utilities. Text 650-281-2811.
House for rent in Millerton, NY: Live in a piece of history-1865 schoolhouse. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Large furnished attic with storage. Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, washer, dryer, propane fireplace and central ac. Super insulated. Beautiful sunsets. Quiet location and great yard. $2300 per month plus 1 month security. Utilities extra. Pets considered. Available immediately. Call Ray 518-789-6001.
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The Millerton Village Offices on Route 22.
Photo by Aly Morrissey
MILLERTON — After years of uncertainty, village officials announced Monday that nearly $1 million in federal funding is now finalized and available for the joint Millerton-North East wastewater project, clearing the way for the next phase of engineering work.
The $959,752 grant, secured by Congressman Pat Ryan and administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, will fully fund the project’s engineering design, according to Erin Moore, vice president of Tighe & Bond, the engineering and consulting firm leading the effort. The news was shared as trustees convened Monday, Jan. 12, for their monthly workshop meeting.
Moore said she received the final grant agreement by email on Dec. 31, 2025, officially closing out the federal approval process. She said the funding will pay for all of the engineering design work and allow the project to move to its next phase. “It was a very happy email to receive, and now our focus is accessing those funds,” she said.
The entire North East Town Board joined the village meeting to hear the presentation.
“I have to take my hat off to everyone working on this,” said North East Supervisor Chris Kennan, noting that the work on the project, particularly related to financing, has been complicated. “Tracking every dollar — where it’s allocated, where it goes and who’s responsible — requires an extraordinary level of detail. We’re very grateful for the work that’s being done.”
After the presentation, the board postponed the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) process for renovations at Veterans Park. Required by the state, the SEQR process examines potential environmental, social or economic impacts of the renovations, and the board will first seek comments from the Dutchess County Planning Department before beginning the review.
The renovations to Veteran’s Park are being funded by a Community Development Block Grant awarded in 2024. Village officials previously secured an extension on the grant and the construction is expected to wrap up by Memorial Day. Mayor Jenn Najdek said she doesn’t expect the delay to significantly affect the construction timeline.
Trustees also postponed discussion of a local law to formally establish a village tree committee, a group that has been in development for several months. The board will meet with legal counsel to review a proposed committee description before bringing the matter back for discussion and scheduling a public hearing.
The village also approved the resignation of Deputy Clerk Emerald Havelin, who will step down from her role effective Jan. 29 to spend more time with family. Joshua Schultz, a member of the Planning Board, also resigned, effective Jan. 12. His term was scheduled through the end of 2029. The board voted to replace Schultz permanently with alternate Planning Board member Ata Secilmis.
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Kathy Chow, pictured here standing, addresses the room during public comment on the proposed overhaul of North East's zoning code. Chow suggested more farming opportunities should be permitted in the code.
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MILLERTON – Community members crammed into the North East Town Hall on Thursday, Jan. 8, for a highly anticipated public hearing on the town’s proposed commercial zoning overhaul.
With the 21-seat meeting room at capacity, several attendees were forced to listen from the lobby. After listening to public comments, the town board opted to adjourn the hearing rather than close it, scheduling a continuation for Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 6 p.m.
The hearing marked a significant milestone in a process that has been four years in the making and represents the first comprehensive rewrite of the town’s zoning code since the mid-1970s.
The proposed zoning overhaul is intended to modernize regulations that have remained largely unchanged for decades, aligning them with the town’s 2019 Comprehensive Plan and current economic and housing needs. The revisions place a strong emphasis on encouraging reinvestment in commercial districts, expanding housing options — including multifamily, mixed-use and affordable housing — and updating standards to reflect modern land uses and technologies. Town officials have said the goal is to support local businesses, streamline approvals, and provide clearer, more predictable rules while preserving neighborhood character and quality of life.
While approximately 35 members of the public attended – not including members of the town board and legal counsel – only seven residents chose to speak. Most expressed general support of the draft, thanking the Zoning Review Committee (ZRC) and town board for their work and volunteer efforts. Some brought up targeted concerns while others made recommendations.
North East resident Tyler Graham – founder of the newly formed Save Millerton group, which has publicly challenged the zoning revision process and specifically the town board – was more critical.
Review of the process
Prior to opening the public hearing, Town Supervisor Chris Kennan summarized the steps that were taken to update the zoning code. He noted the process began with the Town and Village Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted on Nov. 14, 2019, which recommended hiring a consultant and attorney to draft new language to update the zoning and subdivision laws.
A significant undertaking, the board broke the process into two parts. The objective of the first phase was to focus primarily on the commercial districts in the town. Kennan said some aspects of the residential zones, as well as the land conservation zone, were included. The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) presented its work on Nov. 14, 2024 and the town board completed its review on Nov. 4, 2025.
Support and recommendations
Rich Stalzer, chair of the town’s Conservation Advisory Counsel, said he viewed the zoning review process as “open and inclusive,” while raising several technical concerns. He asked the town to clarify zoning document provisions related to backup generators and noise impacts, strengthen pedestrian safety requirements for off-site parking and address ambiguities around accessory dwelling units on properties owned by trusts or LLCs. Stalzer also recommended aligning school use requirements across residential zoning districts.
Kathy Chow, a North East resident and chair of the Millerton Climate Smart Task Force, focused her remarks on agriculture and economic development. She said current permitted uses limit farming opportunities and called for greater flexibility to allow market gardens, greenhouses, community gardens and a broader range of farm animals. Chow also urged the town to encourage artisan workshops and food-based businesses in the Irondale area, suggesting it could become a hub for small industry and capture Route 22 traffic.
Other supporters spoke in favor of specific policies that would increase housing opportunities or relax setback requirements and of the nature of the work in general.
Kevin Webb of Skunk’s Misery Road expressed general support for the draft, saying “the spirit of the work seemed good and seems like the product of a lot of hard work.”
“I don’t want to make perfect the enemy of good,” Webb said. “This can’t be a perfect product, but I support it.”
Kathleen Spahn, a member of the village ZBA and who also works at the NorthEast-Millerton Library, expressed support for policies that would increase housing opportunities while protecting the town and village from an influx of short-term rentals and part-time residents.
Rob Cooper said he welcomed the proposed relaxation of setback requirements, supporting changes that would make it easier to build or expand without needing a variance.
Criticism of the process
Ed Covert, a resident of Cooper Road, thanked the ZRC “for their hard work,” and efforts to improve the town. He added, “It’s just a shame that it had to be handed over to the town [board], who added things that the ZRC didn’t even address.”
Covert criticized what he described as a lack of zoning enforcement on Cooper Road, citing years of tension with a neighbor who he said constructed an illegal dwelling and a lack of response to multiple complaints filed by residents. “Fix problems before you change things,” Covert said.
Tyler Graham, founder of Save Millerton, used his allotted time to question the process, including the timing of the draft’s release over the holidays and classification of the rewrite as primarily commercial when, he argued, it would also impact residential zoning. He also criticized the lack of a reader-friendly summary explaining what changes were made and why.
Next steps
The town board will continue to accept written comments in advance of the Feb. 3 continuation of the public hearing, all of which will become part of the official record. Copies of the draft zoning code remain available at Town Hall, on the town’s website and at the NorthEast-Millerton Library.
The board and Dutchess County Planning officials will also review written submissions and feedback provided during the hearing as they consider potential revisions to the draft. The town board will also complete a State Environmental Quality Review to assess any significant adverse impacts before closing the public hearing and adopting amendments with the New York Secretary of State.
Once approved, a committee will be appointed to dive into phase two, an overhaul of the residential zoning code.
Other business
Following the public hearing, the board resumed its regular monthly meeting and routine business. Members voted to sign an agreement with the Town of Pine Plains, designating its facility as North East’s official dog shelter. They also approved minutes from the Dec. 11, 2025, meeting, shared committee reports and agreed upon budget adjustments for the 2025 fiscal year.
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