Message from Barbara Gutzler, Town Supervisor
UNITED WAPPINGER WATER DISTRICT EXTENSION TO NYC DEP SHAFT 6:
I have authorized the closure of Wheeler Hill Road to through traffic, effective Monday May 13 and running through the 2nd week of June. Residents will be able to access their properties at all times. This closure will facilitate the water line construction by cutting down on the traffic using Wheeler Hill Road to access the train station. I apologize for the inconvenience and am available to discuss this with you!
Please contact my office with any questions: 297-2744; or e-mail me.
Recycle Center Policy re Admittance to the Center
Town Board, Town of Wappinger
Adopted March 11, 2013
Effective Wednesday May 1, 2013
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Commercials vehicles are not permitted to enter the Recycle Center
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Commercial vehicles include, but are not limited to: dump trucks, rack trucks, box trucks, and commercial rental vehicles such as U-Haul trucks and vans, Home Depot trucks and vans.
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Pick-up trucks that are for private (not commercial) use shall be permitted, even if the vehicle has commercial plates. The resident must present a notarized letter stating that said vehicle will be used for the disposal of household garbage only; additionally, resident must present vehicle registration and proof of residency in the Town of Wappinger.
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Should a small business owner use a pick-up truck as his/her personal vehicle and the vehicle is registered to his/her business, he/she must present proof of residency, vehicle registration, and a notarized letter stating that said vehicle is used has his/her personal vehicle and will be used for disposal of household garbage only.
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Rental Vans or Pick-Up Trucks:
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If a resident rents a van (maximum ¾ ton or 8’ passenger van) or pick-up for disposal of household items and resident has a Recycle Center Pass, the resident may obtain a one-time use pass free of charge if rental agreement is presented to the Town Clerk’s office; pass must be surrendered at the gate upon entrance to the Center.
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If a resident rents a van or pick-up for disposal of household items and resident does not have a Recycle Center Pass, the resident may obtain a one-time use pass for the $15.00 fee upon presentation of rental agreement at the Town Clerk’s office; pass must be surrendered at the gate upon entrance to the Center.
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All vehicles must have permit for entrance. No Exceptions.
Recycle Center
We are asking for volunteers to serve on a “Recycle Center Oversight” Committee. We need people to look over the recycle center operations and let us know of any problems with the fee structure, admission to the center, or general policies. Your input is essential and we thank you in advance for any help and suggestions you can give. Please call the Supervisor’s office at 297-2744 or e-mail me. if you have suggestions or can volunteer your time!
