Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Hats off to Townscape

Recently Townscape met with the public as well as with the County planners in order to consider plans for the extension of the Harlem Valley Rail through the remainder of the Village in the spring of 2008.

The hard working group is always trying to make our town look and feel better-
If you have not yet seen the plan you need to do so- your input is important and useful indeed.

Much of the plan centers around a new gateway sign at the intersection of Rt 44 and Rt 22 ( a much needed sign to alert folks passing by how much we have to offer). The balance of the plan addresses the area around the Railroad Station and the green way we all much appreciate.

The plan needs some work and ideas from all concerned. Please post your thoughts and suggestions no matter how small and idea you may think you have- I am sure it will benefit all in the future of Millerton-We want to get it right the first time so please blog in.

Thanks to the Millerton Historical Society

How many of you realize the wealth of information that is available from our wonderful Millerton Historical Society- the unsung hero's and keepers of our past- the wealth of photos as well as post cards and newspaper clippings will amaze and thrill you if you take the time to know our past-

you will also be much appreciated if you care enough to send in a few dollars to help them keep and preserve these records-they are always short of funds--Please keep these great folks in mind when visiting our town, they will much appreciate it I'm sure.

2% Transfer Tax in Northeast Millerton

How many of you are aware of the issue of a proposed new 2% transfer tax in Millerton, Northeast on all Real Estate transactions ?- the proposal has been raised and we think it will be a referendum on the ballot in town this November. The tax is to be paid by the buyer of Real Estate in Millerton, Northeast.

This proposal needs to be stopped in it's tracks no matter how good the intentions on the surface may sound. A tax is a tax is a tax.

Parking Problems in Millerton

Let's face it the town is growing and to no ones surprise we have an issue with parking ( big surprise).

The issue is who is responsible for providing this parking- is it the merchant or the village ?

Is it the responsibility of government to make certain that those who care to open a business should follow the existing laws with respect to providing their own parking or should the Village provide same ?

I believe this is an issue that needs discussing- please post your comments on this issue.

Bike New York Rail Trail Event 7/29/2007

Please post your thoughts, was the Millerton/Rail Trail event a success or not. I believe it is time to bring Sunday's events back to the Village. What are your thoughts?