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2026063
IN THE TOWN OF MILAN
- Introduced
- April 12, 2026
- Latest action
- April 12, 2026
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- ADOPTED
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PUBLIC WORKS
RESOLUTION NO. 2026063
RE: AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDING TO ACQUIRE A
TEMPORARY EASEMENT ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY 789
SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC IN CONNECTION WITH BRIDGE M-
20, SALISBURY TURNPIKE (CR 53) OVER LITTLE WAPPINGER
CREEK REPLACEMENT PROJECT, IN THE TOWN OF MILAN
Legislators VALDÉS SMITH, BRENDLI, LAWLER and RHODES offer the following
and move its adoption:
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works (“DPW”) has proposed replacement of
Bridge M-20 located on Salisbury Turnpike (CR-53) over Little Wappinger Creek, in the Town of
Milan, which project includes the acquisition of various portions of real property (the “Project”),
and
WHEREAS, DPW has determined that this Project is classified as a Type II Action
pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law and Part 617.5(c)(1) and (2) of the
NYCRR (SEQR) and will not have a significant impact on the environment and as a Type II Action
no further review is required, and
WHEREAS, DPW has made a determination that in order to complete the Project, it is
necessary to acquire a temporary easement over real property owned by 789 Salisbury Turnpike
LLC, described as a 4,056 +/- square foot parcel, Map No. 1, Parcel No. 1 of Tax Grid No. 133600-
6471-00-818291-0000, and
WHEREAS, negotiations with the property owners to acquire these properties have
reached an impasse and authorization is requested to begin Eminent Domain Proceedings to
acquire the temporary easement over a portion of property owned by 789 Salisbury Turnpike LLC,
and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary for this Legislature to authorize the commencement of
proceedings pursuant to the Eminent Domain Procedure Law for the acquisition of said property
as follows:
Name Map Parcel Area Sq. ft. Proffered
No. No. Amount
789 Salisbury Turnpike LLC 1 1 4,056.00 +/- $625.00
now therefore, be it
PUBLIC WORKS
RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works on behalf of Dutchess County be
and is hereby authorized and empowered to commence proceedings against 789 Salisbury
Turnpike LLC pursuant to the Eminent Domain Procedure Law for a temporary easement over the
above property in furtherance of the replacement of Bridge M-20, Salisbury Turnpike (CR-53)
over Little Wappinger Creek in the Town of Milan, Dutchess County, New York.
CA-033-26
BP/CEB/rjw
L-6615
3/5/2026
Fiscal Impact: See Attached.
APPROVED
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Serino
SUSAN J. SERINO
COUNTY EXECUTIVE
Dato April 22,2026
STATE OF NEW YORK
SS:
COUNTY OF DUTCHESS
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correct transcript of said original resolution and of the whole thereof.
IN WITNESS WHERE, I have hereunto set my hand and seal of said Igislature this It day of ARe i / 2026.
JULIE TIROISHII, CLERK OF THE LEGISLATURE
COORDINATION
Initialing indicates information only:
County Executive
( County Attorney (as to form)
pS Bl Public Works
JF_ BP Finance
DAS/ Bl Comptroller
I Budget
SUE SERINO
COUNTY EXECUTIVE
ROBERT H. BALKIND, PE.
COMMISSIONER
DAVID C. WHALEN
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER
DUTCHESS COUNTY GOVERNMENT
DEPARTMENT OF PuBLIC WORKS
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
Robert H. Balkind, P.E., Commissioner
Matthew W. Davis, Assistant Civil Engineer| MD
DATE: February 27, 2026
RE: RESOLUTION REQUEST TO BEGIN CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS TO
ACQUIRE A TEMPORARY EASEMENT FROM 789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE
LLC IN CONNECTION WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE M-20,
SALISBURY TURNPIKE (CR 53) OVER LITTLE WAPPINGER CREEK,
TOWN OF MILAN, DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY
The Department of Public Works is seeking authorization to begin condemnation
proceedings to acquire a temporary easement to 4,056+/- square for the purchase price
of $625.00 as described in the attached agreement to purchase real property.
The temporary easement is located at 779-793 Salisbury Turnpike in the Town of Milan,
Parcel Identification Number: (133600-6471-00-818291-0000).)
(90) calendar days to consider this offer had passed. The County Attorney's Office will
continue to try to contact and work with the property owner to secure the temporary
easement without condemnation. If the County Attorney's Office can secure all the
necessary closing documents before the April 13, 2026, legislative board meeting this
The subject project is classified as a Type II Action as per 6 CRR-NY 617.5.(c). (1) and
626 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie, New York 12603 | (845) 486-2085 | www.dutchessny.gov
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
• NO FISCAL IMPACT PROJECTED
APPROPRIATION RESOLUTIONS
(To be completed by requesting department)
Total Current Year Cost $ 625
Total Current Year Revenue $_
and Source
Source of County Funds (check one):
Existing Appropriations,
•contingency,
•Transfer of Existing Appropriations, [ Additional Appropriations, L Other (explain)
Identify Line Items(s):
Related Expenses: Amount $
Nature/Reason:
Anticipated Savings to County:
Net County Cost (this year): $625
Over Five Years:
Additional Comments/Explanation:
RESOLUTION REQUEST TO BEGIN CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS TO ACQUIRE A TEMPORARY EASEMENT
FROM 789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC, IN CONNECTION WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE M-20
SALISBURY TURNPIKE (CR 53) OVER LITTLE WAPPINGER CREEK, TOWN OF MILAN, DUTCHESS COUNTY, NEW
ND
Prepared by: Matthew W. Davis
Prepared On: 2/26/26
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AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY
Project: REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE M-20, SALISBURY TURNPIKE (CR 53) OVER
LITTLE WAPPINGER CREEK, TOWN OF MILAN, DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY
This Agreement by and between 789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC, with an address at
789 Salisbury Turnpike, Red Hook, NY 12571, hereinafter referred to as "Seller", and
the COUNTY OF DUTCHESS, with offices at 22 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, New
York, 12601 hereinafter referred to as "Buyer.
1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION. The Seller agrees to sell, grant, convey,
a temporary easement to 4,056.00 +/- square feet of real property.
Purchase Price: $625.00
Located at 779-793 Salisbury Turnpike, Milan, NY 12571, being further described
on Map 1, Parcel 1, attached hereto.
Being a portion of those same lands described in that certain deed dated
September, 2015, and recorded November 10, 2015, as Document Number 02
2015 7361, in the Office of the County Clerk for Dutchess County, re: Parcel
Number (133600-6471-00-818291-0000).
2. IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASE. The following improvements, if
any, now in or on the property are included in this Agreement: None
3. TEMPORARY EASEMENT USE. The temporary easement shall be exercised for
the purpose of access and constructing or reconstructing a bridge together with all
appearances.
4. TERM OF TEMPORARY EASEMENT. The term of the temporary easement shall be
for two (2) years. The commencement date may be up to nine (9) months after the
may of extended as agreed to by belashe Self ang ied, the temporary easement.
5. PURCHASE PRICE. The total purchase price is SIX HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE
AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($625.00). This price includes the real property described if
aragraph 1 and the improvements described in paragraph 2, if any
6. THE PARTY OF THE SECOND PART is required to restore the property of the party
of the first part that is disturbed as a result of construction personnel or equipment
access to the condition that it was on the date of the execution of the temporary
easement, to the extent reasonably possible.
7. THE PARTY OF THE FIRST PART AND ITS HEIRS, SUCCESSORS AND/OR
ASSIGNS shall not be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by the
carelessness, negligence or conduct of the party of the second part, its employees,
contractors, invitees or agents in the use of the Easement Premises in connection
with this temporary easement.
. The party of the second part agrees to defend,
8. THE CONTRACTOR hired by the party of the second part shall maintain in effect
during the term of this temporary easement, general liability insurance coverage to
cover the work being done on the property that is the subject of the temporary
easement. The party of the first part shall be listed as additional insured on the
contractor's certificate of insurance.
9. TITLE DOCUMENTS. Buyer shall provide the following documents in connection
with the sale:
A. Deed. Buyer will prepare and deliver to the Seller for execution at the time of
closing all documents required to convey the real property interests) described
in paragraph 1 above. Buyer will pay for a title search.
10. MARKETABILITY OF TITLE. Buyer shall pay for curative action, as deemed
necessary by the Buyer, to insure good and valid marketable title in fee simple
and/or permanent easement to the property. Such curative action is defined as the
effort required to clear title, including but not limited to attending meetings, document
preparation, obtaining releases and recording documents.
Seller agrees to
cooperate with Buyer in its curative action activities. The Seller shall be responsible
for the cost to satisfy liens and encumbrances identified by the Buyer. Said cost
shall be deducted from the amount stated in paragraph 3 and paid to the appropriate
party by the Buyer at the time of closing. In the alternative, the Seller may elect to
satisfy the liens and encumbrances from another source of funds.
11. RECORDING COSTS AND CLOSING ADJUSTMENTS. Buyer will pay all recording
ees, it any. The following, as applicable and as deemed appropriate by the Buyel
vill be prorated and adjusted between Seller and Buyer as of the date of closing
current taxes computed on a fiscal year basis, excluding delinquent items, interest
and penalties; rent payments; current common charges or assessments.
12. RESPONSIBILITY OF PERSONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT; ASSIGNABILITY.
The stipulations aforesaid shall bind and shall inure to the benefit of the heirs,
executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto.
13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement when signed by both the Buyer and the
Seller will be the record of the complete Agreement between the Buyer and Seller
concerning the purchase and sale of the property. No verbal agreements or
promises will be binding.
14. BUYER'S POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. For fee simple acquisitions and
permanent and temporary easements, the Buyer shall have possession of the
property rights on the day payment is received by the Seller. Any closing documents
received by the Buyer prior to payment pursuant to paragraph 4 above, shall be held
in escrow until such payment has been received by the Seller or the Seller's agent.
15. NOTICES. All notices under this agreement shall be deemed delivered upon
receipt. Any notices relating to this Agreement may be given by the attorneys for the
16. CLOSING DATE AND PLACE. Transfer of title shall take place through the mail or
at a mutually acceptable location. This Agreement may be subject to the approval of
the Dutchess County Legislature.
17. COUNTERPARTS. SIGNATURES TRANSMITTED BY ELECTRONIC MEANS. This
Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, all of which taken
together shall constitute one Agreement, and any of the parties hereto may execute
this Agreement by signing any such counterpart. A facsimile of signature transmitted
by electronic means applied hereto or to any other document shall have the same
and effect as a manually signed original. This provision contemplates giving legal
force and effect to copies of signatures. This provision dose not contemplate the use
of "electronic signatures" as regulated by New York State Technology Law Article 3,
"Electronic Signatures and Records Act."
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, on this
parties have entered into this Agreement.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Department of Law
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Department of Public Works
_day of
_2026, the
SELLER 789 Salisbury Tumpike LLC,
Print Name:
Title:
BUYER: County of Dutches
EXHIBIT A
COUNTY OF DUTCHESS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBUC WORKS
ACQUISITION MAP
MAP NO. 1
PARCEL NO 1
SHEET 1 OF 2 SHEETS
REPLACEWEHT OF BRIDGE N-20
SATSBURY
TURNPIKE OVER
LITTLE HAPPINGER CREEX
Porcel Locator Point:
Porcel No: 1
E 685318567
789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC
(REPUTED OWNER)
UBER 22015 PAGE 7361
Parcel Summary:
own of SitA
Stole of Her Tors
789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC
(REPUTED OWNER)
TAX ID 133600 - 6471 - 00 - 818291
LIBER 22015 PAGE 7361
789 SAUSBURY TPKE
LITTLE WAPPINGER
CREEK
ARI KAPLAN
(REPUTED OWNER)
TAX ID 133600
6471 -
00
936226
- UBER 22016 PAGE 7048
FILED MAP #12356 LOT 4
WINDING CREEK IN
TE
4.056 Sa
Feet
0.093 Acre:
SALISBURY TURNPIKE
KEVIN B. PIKE & ROBIN M. TOUCHE
(REPUTED OWNER)
TAX ID 133600 - 6471 -
00 - 784111
UBER 22018 PAGE 8485
818-822 SALISBURY TPKE
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1" = 30°
Prepared By. T. RUBIO
_Checked By._ L GRAF
_ Find Check By. S. DOLSON
EXHIBIT A
COUNTY OF DUTCHESS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ACQUISITION MAP
MAP NO. 1
PARCEL NO 1
SHEET 2 OF 2 SHEETS
REPLACEKEHT OF BRIDGE M-20
2023 BRIDGE M-20
BASELINE CONTROL TIES
TES NOT TO SCHLE
COMFI
- 38.3
SALISBURY TURNPIKE
CRP 2 MAG STAL STA 0400
NYSPCS EAST ZONE NAD 83
N:
1137289.8274
686057.5413
NAVD 8B EL: 399.919
Parce 1:
2023 BRIDGE M-20
BASELINE CONTROL TIES
TIES NOT TO SCALE
2023 BRIDGE M-20
BASELINE CONTROL TIES
¡FES NOT TO SCHE
4
STRE
SALISBURY. TURNPIKE
MAS
CEP 1 MAG STEL STA 3+7229
HORT-ERLY
NYSPCS EAST ZONE NAD B3
N:
1137266.4967
686429.1055
NAVD 8B EL: 390.758
Temporory Eoserrent lor Work Area
SALISBURY TURNPIKE
- 2T8L
312
CAP 3 VAG STBI STA 5463.46
NO MAL SEE OF AS E
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NYSPCS EAST ZONE NAD 83
N:
1137235.1547
686617.7802
NAVD 88 EL: 398.725
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Prepared By. T. Ruao
- Checked By. L GRAF
_Finol Check By S. DOLSON
Fle Hone: Noo 1-Por 1
Public Works and Capital Projects Roll Call
District Name Yes No
District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith*
X
District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins*
X
District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn*
X
District 3 - LaGrange Polasek*
X
District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger*
X
District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul
X
District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli (C)
ABSENT
District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson
X
District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby
X
District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes (VC)
X
District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale Tresca
X
District 24 - Dover and Pawling House
X
11
Present: ____
1
Absent: ____
Vacant: ____
Resolution: ____
Motion: ____
11
Total : ______ ______
Yes No
Abstentions: _____
2026063 AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDING TO ACQUIRE A TEMPORARY
EASEMENT ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY 789 SALISBURY TURNPIKE LLC IN
CONNECTION WITH BRIDGE M-20, SALISBURY TURNPIKE (CR 53) OVER LITTLE
WAPPINGER CREEK REPLACEMENT PROJECT, IN THE TOWN OF MILAN
Roll Call Sheets
District Last Name YES NO
District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith
District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins
District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn
District 3 - LaGrange Polasek
District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger
District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie Redl
District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie Arnoff
District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie Lawler
District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie Shah
District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul
District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley Darrow
District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli
District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson
District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck Kearney
District 13 - East Fishkill and Wappinger Giles
District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby
District 15 - Wappinger Faust
District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill McHoul
District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes
District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook Drago
District 21 - East Fishkill Caswell
District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale Tresca
District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill Rolison
District 24 - Dover and Pawling House
District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook Alexander
X
X
X
X
X
ABSENT
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
ABSENT
X
X
X
ABSENT
X
X
X
X
22
Present: ____
3
Absent: ____
Vacant: ____
Resolution: ____
Motion: ____
22 0
Total : ______ ______
Yes No
Abstentions: ____
CONSENT AGENDA: RESOLUTIONS 2026043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 049, 050, 052, 055,
056, 057, 059, 060, 061, 062, 063