CONFIRMING NEW APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY BOARD

PUBLIC SAFETY RESOLUTION NO. 2025063 RE: CONFIRMING NEW APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY BOARD Legislators FAUST, TRUITT, HOUSTON, POLASEK, D'AQUANNI, GORMAN, ROLISON, VERSACI, and CASWELL offer the following and move its adoption: WHEREAS, pursuant to Local Law No. 8 of 1977, a Dutchess County Traffic Safety Board was established pursuant to Article 43 Section 1672 of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, and WHEREAS, in accordance with said Local Law, the Board shall consist of not less than ten (10) members, nor more than twenty (20) members, who shall be appointed by the County Executive pursuant to Section 3.02(e) of the County Charter, subject to confirmation by the Legislature, and WHEREAS, vacancies exist due to retirements and/or relocations and the terms of various existing members have expired, and WHEREAS, the County Executive has appointed and reappointed the members as listed below, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the appointments and reappointments to the Traffic Safety Board of the following individuals who shall serve without compensation except for reimbursement of reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties, are confirmed and their terms shall commence immediately: APPOINTMENTS: TERM: Aisha Phillips, MPH P.O. Box 381 Poughquag, NY 12570 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 Craig W. Wood 329 Butternut Drive New Windsor, NY 12553 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 Edwin Acken C/O City of Poughkeepsie PD 62 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 Danielle Gomm 5 King Road Red Hook, NY 12571 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 Paul Hesse 35 S. Bridge Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 REAPPOINTMENTS: James T. Rapoli 47 Willets Drive West Red Hook, NY 12571 Robert W. Simpson 30 Pine Echo Drive Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Stephen Gill c/o DCDPW Engineering 626 Dutchess Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Emily S. Dozier, AICP 10 Watson Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 TERM: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027 CA-040-25 LDF/mar/rjw G-0202 04/14/2025 Fiscal Impact: See Attached APPROVED susan Serio SUSAN J. SERINO COUNTY EXECUTIVE Dao 5/15/2025 STATE OF NEW YORK SS: COUNTY OF DUTCHESS This is to certify that I, the undersigned Clerk of the Legislature of the County of Dutchess, have compared the foregoing resolution with the original resolution now on file in the office of said clerk, and which was adopted by said Legislature on the 12" day of May 2025, and that the same is a true and correct transcript of said original resolution and of the whole thereof. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal of said Legislature this 120 day of May 2025 rich lager AGH WAGER, CLERK OF THINGISLATURE: isha M. Phillips, MPH [email protected] (845) 464-2204 PO Box 381 Poughquag, NY 12570 Professional Summary Public Health professional with more than 20 years of experience in public health communications, program management, and crisis management. Skilled in developing and executing public health campaigns, managing teams, and coordinating media and emergency preparedness efforts. Proven ability to provide innovative solutions in high-pressure environments and lead large-scale initiatives that benefit community health and safety. Professional Experience Senior Public Health Education Coordinator Dutchess County Department of Health | Poughkeepsie, NY 09/2015 - Present • Supervise and manage a team of Public Health Education Coordinators, including overseeing hiring, performance evaluations, scheduling, and benefit time requests. Developed a county-wide pedestrian safety awareness program, funded by the NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee since 2017. • Directed communications and crisis management efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, including establishing an information center to address public inquiries. • Develop and implement strategic communication plans for various public health initiatives. • Collaborate with various stakeholders, including state and local agencies, to address health concerns and improve community well-being. Public Health Education Coordinator - Media Specialist Dutchess County Department of Health | Poughkeepsie, NY 08/2004 - 09/2015 • Designed and implemented public health media campaigns focused on emergency preparedness, bioterrorism, and various communicable diseases, including H1N1, Zika, and West Nile virus. • Created internal and external communication materials, including newsletters, brochures, press releases, public service announcements, and health promotional items. • Managed the Department's website and social media to provide timely updates and engage the public. • Chaired Department committees focused on quality improvement and emergency preparedness initiatives. • Assisted with the successful transition to updated software and equipment, providing training to staff and team leads. Technology • Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Website Management • FEMA Trainings: NIMS 100, 200, 300, 701, 702, 703, 704, Advanced Public Information Officer (PIO) Education Master of Public Health - Behavioral Sciences and Health Promotion New York Medical College, School of Public Health | Valhalla, NY GPA: 3.76 Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Public Relations State University of New York, New Paltz Major GPA: 3.83 Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences State University of New York, Dutchess GPA: 3.2, President's List Craig W. Wood 329 Butternut Drive New Windsor, New York 12553 845-831-1110 Cell-845-742-9927 email: [email protected] Offering 41 years of highly qualified leadership and experience in law enforcement and public safety. Exceptionally well organized with a track record that clearly reflects creativity and problem-solving skills. Employs team-based management style with interpersonal communications. Experience: Police Lieutenant Town of Fishkill, NY / Security Forces Supervisor Air National Guard, Newburgh, NY / Police Officer Village of Walden, NY / Police Officer Town of Marlboro, NY / Retired Detective Sergeant City of New York Police Department. Past Volunteer Fire Chief, Vails Gate, NY. Employment History: Town of Fishkill Police Department Police Officer July 2007 Community Police Sergeant 2012 Police Lieutenant 2022 to present Village of Walden Police Department Police Officer 2006 - 2009 Town of Marlboro Police Department Police Officer 2006 - 2009 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Police Sergeant 2007 - 2022 New York City Police Department Police Officer 1983 - 1989 Detective Investigator 1989 - 1998 Sergeant 1998 - 2006 Retired 105th Security Forces Squadron Stewart ANG Newburgh Security Police Officer 1991 - 1994 Security Police Supervisor 1994 - 1997 Master Sergeant Flight Chief 2004 - 2006 Retired 2006 Vails Gate Volunteer Fire Department 1983 - 2006 Chief of Department 2003 - 2005 Retired 2006 EDWIN ACKEN 131 N Chippawalla Rd, Wingdale, NY 12522 - (c) (845) 656-2989 [email protected] Education Marist College, Poughkeepsie NY Bachelor of Science, 2005 Major: Criminal Justice Ulster County Law Enforcement Training Academy Employment History City of Poughkeepsie Police Department 5/2006-3/2021 Police Patrol Officer 3/2021-7/2024 Police Patrol Sergeant 7/2024-11/2024 Police Patrol Lieutenant 11/2024-Present Police Special Operations Lieutenant Current duties include the supervision and management of operations for the following units: Community Policing Unit, School Resource Officer, Traffic Division, Impound Unit and K-9 Unit NYSDCIS certified Field Training Officer & Police Supervision Major incident command training, numerous police specialty training courses MRAP (armor vehicle) team leader, new hire interview panel member, supervisor of newly created department social media team, mobile command vehicle operator NYS class A CDL 06/1999-Present Pawling Rural Cemetery 10/2003-Present South Dover Rural Cemetery Superintendent at both locations Manoge all maintenance and activity that take place on the cemetery property, in compliance with NYS Division of Cemeteries regulations. Collect and record all interment documents and funds Danielle Gomm Red Hook, NY 12571 (845) 475-4400 [email protected] linkedin.com/in/dani-seipp Experience 2023 - 2024 Manager - Community Education/ Nuvance Health, Poughkeepsie, NY Certified instructor across several domains including AHA, SafeKids, National Council for Mental Wellbeing, HSI, and OSHA that is responsible for strategic development including reporting needs, marketing, PR efforts, education, communication, and being a role model for the division. • In addition to responsibilities from Instructor Coordinator Position: • Perform SWOT Analysis and Other Business Evaluations ensuring adequate pricing structure and market competitiveness • Conducts Community Benefit and other Reporting • Acts as liaison for community groups • Actively works with the community for Passenger Safety Program 2023 - 2024 AHA/API Staff Instructor Coordinator/ Nuvance Health, Poughkeepsie, NY Certified instructor across several domains including AHA and SafeKids that is responsible for coordinating classes, general office tasks and high levels of customer service focus. • Maintain instructor certifications as outlined by AHA, SafeKids, National Council for Mental Wellbeing, and other sanctioning bodies • Assist in coordinating employees to attend community events such as health fairs, and training sessions including assisting with new instructor education as asked, attend events as needed. • Maintain knowledge of the subject matter to include outside readings and self-educating • Manage classroom set up including technology and equipment in accordance with certifying organization standards and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. • Comply with all Nuvance Health and affiliate policies and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations • Coordinate scheduling of classes for seven hospitals and two medical practices as well as classes requested by community members and other organizations • Maintain inventory of equipment in a clean and organized fashion. • Develop and maintain relationships with affiliates, partners, and community members. • Assist staff as needed across all disciplines. • Assist with grant identification and reporting 2022 - 2024 Community Instructor I/ Nuvance Health, Poughkeepsie, NY BLS, Stop the Bleed, and SafeKids Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician working to help expand the mission of the community education division as well as provide the community with needed and life-saving education. • Maintain instructor certifications as outlined by AHA, SafeKids, and other applicable organizations • Assist in community events such as health fairs, and training sessions including assisting with new instructor education as asked • Maintain knowledge of the subject matter to include outside readings and self-educating • Manage classroom set up including technology and equipment in accordance with certifying organization standards and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs • Comply with all Nuvance Health and affiliate policies and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)• Time Management • Organization • Communications • Analytics • Project Management • Creative Problem Solving • Multi-Task Management • Adaptability • Flexibility • Education • Customer Service • Public Relations • Detail Oriented • Marketing • Leadership • Crisis Management • Volunteer Experience 2021 - PRESENT Training Officer/ Captain /Milan Volunteer Fire Dept, Red Hook, NY National Certified Fire Service Instructor I National Certified Fire and Life Safety Educator I • Coordinate all Fire Department Training, including annual requirements, new member orientation, new member required training, and all higher-level skills and knowledge training • Coordinate with Dutchess County Fire Training Coordinator and New York State to manage membership enrollment and registration • Coordinate all support activities for training including catering, logistics, and technology Develop and maintain lesson plans and corresponding presentations • Maintain training records for all members both active and past ensuring • Use risk analysis to lead members into dangerous situations while ensuring safety whenever possible : Operats under high stress and physically axing siluations Operate under chain of command with other officers reporting to me 2014 - 2017 Training Officer/Captain/Stanford Fire Company, Stanfordville, NY Developed Training Program Education FEBRUARY 2023 MBA - Concentration in Sports Management/Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH Member of National Society for Leadership & Success December 2015 BS in Business Administration - Concentration in Marketing/Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY Additional coursework in Public Relations, Member National Society for Leadership & Success May 2013 AS in Business Administration Transfer /Dutchess Community, Poughkeepsie, NY Conklin Scholar Certifications DECEMBER 2022 - PRESENT CPSTI - SafeKids April 2023 - Present BLS Instructor - American Heart Association 2023 Stop The Bleed Instructor - American College of Surgeons Committee On Trauma December 2023 - Present Mental Health First Aid Instructor - National Council On Mental Wellbeing December 2024 Active Violence Emergency Response Training Instructor - Health and Safety Institute 2 PAUL HESSE 35 S. Bridge Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 845-750-7578 [email protected] PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Dutchess County Department of Planning & Development, Community Development Coordinator, 2016 to present • Program Administrator - Community Development Block Grant. Manages funded program that invest an average of $1.5M annually in public infrastructure projects • Program Administrator - HOME Investment Partnership Program. Manages federally funding program that invests an average of $1M annually in affordable housing development projects • Fund Manager - Dutchess County Housing Trust Fund. Manages $12M housing trust with a current portfolio of six projects supporting over 400 housing units Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress, Senior Research Planner, 2014 - 2016 • Public policy researcher and author for publications • Co-developed and authored the Town of Crawford Community Development Plan • Developed award winning web-based workforce development app that inventories assets in the manufacturing sector, including training programs, service providers, shared equipment and manufacturer locations City of Poughkeepsie, Office of Social Development, Social Development Director, 2013 - 2014 • Administrator of the Community Development Block Grant and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant • Grants Administrator for planning and development grants • Project manager for the Poughkeepsie City Center Revitalization Plan and the Main Street Economic Development Strategy City of Poughkeepsie, Department of Building Planning & Zoning, Planning Assistant, 2012 - 2013 • Administrator of planning and development grants • Implementation of Dutchess County Department of Health grant-funded Primary Lead Prevention Program in the City of Poughkeepsie Clark Patterson Lee Design Professionals, Planning Intern, 2012 - 2013 • Conducted site plan review, subdivision review, façade and sign review, zoning variances and SEQRA • Assisted in writing resolutions and decision letters for the Planning Board • Staffed Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings as needed RELEVANT SKILLS • Fluent in ArcGIS • Functional creating and maintaining geodatabases • Functional with ArcGIS Online platform, including Web App Builder • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint • Proficient in Social Media, including WordPress, Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram, and Facebook • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including In Design, Illustrator and Photoshop SELECTED WRITING • "Rethinking Parking Requirements: Does Your Community Really Have a Parking Problem?" Plan On It, Dutchess County Planning Federation, Volume 12, Issue 3, 2018 • "Hay Bales and Toilet Plungers: New Tools for Reshaping Your Community," Plan On It, Dutchess County Planning Federation, May/June 2017 •. "Changing Hudson Valley - Population Trends," Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress (lead author and researcher) • "Growing the Labor Force: Long-term Job Strategies for the City of Newburgh," Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress (lead author and researcher) • "Fall Kill Neighborhood Source Assessment," Hudson River Sloop Clearwater (co-author and researcher) EDUCATION Hunter College - City University of New York, New York, NY, Master of Urban Planning, 2013, cum laude (3.8 GPA) New Paltz College - State University of New York, New Paltz, NY, Bachelor of Arts, English, 2007, magna cum laude (3.9 GPA) CONFERENCES, PANELS and SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS • Congress for New Urbanism, New York Chapter - Hudson Valley Summit, June 2017, plenary panelist, "Poughkeepsie - Queen City of the Hudson River: Planning for Revitalization" • American Planning Association National Conference, speaker - mobile workshop "Planning Initiatives to Revitalize Poughkeepsie" • Guest speaking engagements at Pace Law School; Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation; Marist College; Vassar College; and SUNY New Paltz TRAINING • Pace University Land Use Law Center, Land Use Leadership Alliance Training Program, Fall 2017, program focused on affordable housing issues in the Hudson Valley and strategies to expand housing affordability and accessibility • Cornell Cooperative Extension, New York State Master Watershed Steward Program, June 2012 - April 2013, program addressed topics including watershed hydrology, stream monitoring and assessment, stream bank stabilization and riparian buffers, flooding and floodplain management, land use impacts, and green infrastructure practices • Pace University Land Use Law Center, Land Use Leadership Alliance Training Program, Summer 2012, program addressed specific land use issues through collaborative initiatives rather than adversarial processes; this course focused specifically on a distressed property remediation strategy for the City of Poughkeepsie American Planning Association, New York Metro Chapter SUE SERINO COUNTY EXECUTIVE EOIN WRAFTER, AICP COMMISSIONER WILLIAM C. JOHNSON ADMINISTRATOR DUTCHESS COUNTY GOVERNMENT TRAFFIC SAFETY BOARD TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Greg Pulver, Deputy County Executive William C. Johnson, STOP-DWI / Traffic Safety Administrator March 10th 2025 2025 Traffic Safety Board Officer Election & membership/appointment update. Hello Greg; The purpose of this memo is to update you regarding the 2025 Officer Election results and membership appointment status of the Dutchess County Traffic Safety Board. ..or 2025 the slate of officers remains Stephen Gill - Chairman, James Rapoli, Vice Chairman, and Robert Simpson, Secretary. Currently, there are four (4) members in good standing with terms that expired (12/2024) requiring retroactive reappointment; Emily Dozier, Stephen Gill, James Rapoli, Robert Simpson. The current TSB roster is comprised of a total of 8 members, including the two (2) two liaisons representing the NYSP & DCSO (see attached). NYSP Liaison Sat Amy Anderson retired, and Sgt Howard Dorner (resume attached) has been identified as her replacement. The Board has sought replacements for S.F. Paul Bonfiglio (Child Passenger Safety), Ann Rush (DC Health), William Badner (C/O Pok PD- Traffic, and John McKinney (T/O Fishkill PD) due to retirements/relocations. The TSB has approved and is recommending the following individuals for appointment. (Resumes attached) Aisha Phillips, DC-DBCH Lt. Craig Wood, T/O Fishkill PD Lt. Edwin Acken, C/O Po'k PD Danielle Gomm NuVance Health (CPS) Paul Hesse, DC Community Development Coordinator Note: they are CE appointments with legislative confirmation for a term of three years. If you have any additional questions, please contact me. As always, efforts appreciated and acknowledged. 626 Dutchess Turnpike, Room 103, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 | (845) 486-3602 | Fax: (845) 486-3612 dutchessny.gov Traffic Salety Board Name Sgt. William Badner William Steenbergh Sgt Brian Walsh (Traffic) Stephen Gill * Chair Paul Bonfiglio AAn Rush Public Health Education Coordinator Emily Dozier Sr Planner John Mckinney James Rapoli Brian Jones Mike Dampf Sgt. Howard Dorner Address City of Poughkeepsie PD 62 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Arlington FD 11 Burnett Blvd Poughkeepsie NY 12603 Town of Poughkeepsie PD 19 Tucker Dr Poughkeepsie NY 12603 DCDPW Engineering 626 Dutchess Turnpike Poughkeepsie NY 12603 5 Taconic St Poughkeepsie NY 12603 DC Behavioral & Community Health Health Planning & Educ. Div. 10 Watson Rd Poughkeepsie NY 12603 Town of Fishkill PD W- 801 Rt 52 Fishkill NY 12524 47 West Willets Dr Red Hook, NY 12571 DC Office for the Aging 114 Delafield St Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 DCSO 108 Parker Ave Poughkeepsie NY 12601 NYS Troop K 2541 Rt. 44 Salt Point NY 12578 Dutchess County Traffic Safety Board Roster 2025 (Revised: 02-27-25) Telephone E-mail Address w) 451-4131 w) 486-6303 c) 514-5182 w) 485-3680 w) 486- 2928 h) 471-4549 c) 520-1294 w) 486-3562 c) 845-594-7118 w) 486-3615 w) 831-1110 h) 758-2010 c) 914 474-2126 w) 486-2555 w) 486-3859 c) 489-5241 w) 677-7331 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Appointment & Expiration Dates Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex 12/31/2025 Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2026 EX: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2024 Ex: 12/31/2026 Not appointed DCSO Liaison Not appointed NYSP Liaison Name Robert W. Simpson *Secretary Address 30 Pine Echo Dr Poughkeepsle NY 12601 Telephone E-mail Address c): 702-7277 [email protected] Appointment & Expiration Dates Ex: 12/31/2024 Public Safety Roll Call District Present: Absent: Vacant: District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook District 3 - LaGrange District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie District 15 - Wappinger District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill та Resolution: Motion: Name Truitt* Houston* Polasek* Valdés Smith* Atkins* | Lawler | Kearney Versaci Faust (C) Drago Garito Rolison (VC) Yes No Total : Abstentions: 12 Yes No 2025063 CONFIRMING NEW APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY BOARD MAY 8, 2025 Roll Call Sheets District Present: Absent: Vacant: District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook District 3 - LaGrange District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck District 12 - East Fishkill District 13 - East Fishkill and Wappinger District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie District 15 - Wappinger District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck District 21 - East Fishkill District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill District 24 - Dover and Pawling 25 0 Resolution: - Motion: Last Name Truitt YES Houston Polasek Valdés Smith Atkins Gorman Travelpiece Lawler D'Aquanni Kaul Brendli Johnson Kearney Metzger Paoloni Versaci Faust McHoul Page Drago Munn Caswell Garito Rolison House Total: 25 Yes Abstentions: 0 NO No 2025063 CONFIRMING NEW APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY BOARD MAY 12, 2025