Morgan Lake Parking Lot Closed May 20-24

Posted on May 16, 2013 by IT Staff

The parking lot at Morgan Lake will be closed May 20th to May 24th due to paving work on the Rail Trail.

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RFB: Washington Street Pedestrian Walkway Entrance Project

Posted on May 15, 2013 by IT Staff

  Bid Package - Washington Street Pedestrian Walkway Entrance Project (30.0 MiB, 94 hits)

Sealed bids are sought and invited by the City of Poughkeepsie for Washington Street Pedestrian Walkway Entrance Project; RFB-COP-05-13-02, as set forth in the specifications prepared by City of Poughkeepsie Purchasing Department.

Bids will be received by the Board of Contract and Supply, c/o Purchasing Agent, 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 on or before 2:30 p.m., on June 5, 2013 after which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the third floor Common Council Chambers, with the contract being awarded as soon as practicable thereafter.

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Hydrant Testing Beginning May 24

Posted on May 15, 2013 by IT Staff

This notice is to all residents of the City of Poughkeepsie who utilize City water:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Poughkeepsie Fire Department will be servicing and testing the City fire hydrant system.  This system is directly linked to the drinking water supply.

Be further advised that during the testing period, the water is safe, but should be run until it is clear; use caution when doing white laundry-it is recommended that you should wait a twenty-four (24) hour period after the testing has been completed in the vicinity of your neighborhood.

During the next three (3) weeks, hydrants in the southwest section of the City will be tested:

  • Main Street – South to the City Limits
  • South Hamilton Street – West to the Hudson River


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Common Council Seeks Members for IDA

Posted on May 15, 2013 by IT Staff

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council is looking members to serve on the City of Poughkeepsie Industrial Development Agency (IDA). Members must be residents of the City of Poughkeepsie. Please send letters of interest and resumes to Deanne L. Flynn, City Chamberlain to City Hall, Office of the City Chamberlain, 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601, dflynn@cityofpoughkeepsie.com or by fax at 845-451-4239 by Friday, May 24, 2013.

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Public Hearing: Proposed Historic Landmark Designation

Posted on May 10, 2013 by IT Staff

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the Charter and Codes of the City of Poughkeepsie, Administrative Code, Section 14.04, a Common Council Public Hearing will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 6:00 p.m., in the Common Council Chambers, Third Floor, Municipal Building/City Hall, 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New York, for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed designation of 20 Academy Street as a local historic landmark.

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Public Hearing: MS4 Storm Sewer Annual Report

Posted on May 10, 2013 by IT Staff

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Poughkeepsie to hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 3:00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers, Third Floor, Municipal Building/City Hall, 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New York, for the purpose of obtaining public comments regarding the MS4 Storm Sewer Annual Report.  Copies of the MS4 Annual Report will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Chamberlain, First Floor, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Special Committee of the Whole Meeting; May 13

Posted on May 7, 2013 by IT Staff

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Common Council of the City of Poughkeepsie will hereby convene a Special Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, May 13, 2013, at 6:00 p.m., in the Common Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Municipal Building/City Hall, 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New York for the purpose of discussion on the most current financial status of the City of Poughkeepsie.

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Bulk Service Program Begins May 13

Posted on May 7, 2013 by IT Staff

The Bulk Service Program runs from Monday, May 13, 2013 through Friday, May 17, 2013 and Monday, September 9, 2013 through Friday, September 13, 2013 during normal Transfer Station hours. This program is for City residents only, one time per City resident per year.

Drop Off: No tipping fee for bulk items, one time per City address per year, up to a four foot by eight foot pickup size load with no walls on side of truck. Construction debris, yard debris, propane tanks, recyclables and hazardous waste items are not allowed. You must have photo identification and a recent utility bill (cable, telephone, or Central Hudson) to prove you are a City resident. You must bring or accompany the bulk items yourself. Household hazardous waste items (air conditioner, refrigerator/freezer, etc.) are not part of the program. They can be dropped off, however, a separate fee will be charged.

Pick Up: THE SCHEDULE FOR CURBSIDE PICKUP WILL BE WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013 AND WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2013 ONLY. The fee for curbside service is $35.00 fee for up to five (5) bulk items (the fee is waived for disabled residents and senior residents, 65 years or older).

YOU MUST CALL IN ADVANCE TO SCHEDULE A PICK UP DATE AND TIME. PLEASE DO NOT PLACE ITEMS OUT UNTIL YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO DO SO. Items must be at curbside; we cannot remove them from your home.

To schedule a pick up, please call (845) 451-4111 or (845) 451-4050, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please leave your name, address and a telephone number where we can contact you. You will receive a call back and will be informed when the scheduled pick up will occur. At time of pickup, you must provide photo identification and a current utility bill with city address listed. Also at the time of pickup, you must have the exact cash amount or check/money order made out to the City of Poughkeepsie. You will be given a receipt from the Sanitation staff member.

Construction debris, yard debris, propane tanks, recyclables, and household hazardous waste items (air conditions, refrigerator/freezer, etc.) are not part of the pick-up service. They can be collected as part of the five items; but, an additional fee will be charged.

Transfer Station Information
26 Howard Street – Poughkeepsie – New York – 12601
(845) 451-4108
Open: Monday to Friday,  7:00am to 1:45pm
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, and all City Holidays

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Mayor Appoints New Commissioner of Finance

Posted on May 1, 2013 by IT Staff

Mayor John C. Tkazyik announced today that Mr. William Brady of Poughkeepsie will be the new Commissioner of Finance for the City of Poughkeepsie.  He takes the position after former Commissioner of Finance, Camilo Bunyi, was appointed City Administrator. Karen Sorrell, Deputy Commissioner of Finance, has been acting in the role since the absence.  His previous employment was at the Town of LaGrange as an Accountant to the Comptroller and as a Comptroller/Budget Officer for the Town of Beekman.  Mr. Brady’s major responsibilities will include the administration of the financial affairs of the City’s seventy million dollar operating budget and preparation of the Capital Plan.  The Commissioner of Finance salary is $80,000.  His appointment will be effective Monday, May 13, 2013. Continue reading →

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RFB: Transit Hub on Financial Plaza Deck Project

Posted on April 30, 2013 by IT Staff

Sealed bids are sought and invited by the City of Poughkeepsie (“The City”) for the Transit
Hub on Financial Plaza Deck Project; RFB-COP-03-13-02, as set forth in drawings and
specifications prepared by City of Poughkeepsie Engineering Department.

Bids will be received by the Board of Contract and Supply, c/o Purchasing Agent, 62 Civic
Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 until 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 after
which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the third floor Common Council
Chambers, with the contract being awarded as soon as practicable thereafter. All mailed bids will be sealed and distinctly marked “Proposal for RFB-COP-03-13-02”: Transit Hub at Financial Plaza.

This contract consists of construction of a bus transit hub including parking for six bus operation areas, several shelters and related site improvements. A non-mandatory Pre-Bid meeting will be conducted at 62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 10 a.m. All interested bidders are highly encouraged to attend. Immediately following the Pre-Bid meeting.

  Bid Package - Transit Hub at Financial Plaza Deck (5.4 MiB, 112 hits)

  Bid Package - Transit Hub at Financial Plaza Deck Addendum 1 (25.7 KiB, 85 hits)

  Bid Package - Transit Hub at Financial Plaza Deck Drawing Set (9.3 MiB, 109 hits)

  Bid Package - Transit Hub at Financial Plaza Deck Addendum 2 (121.4 KiB, 89 hits)

  Bid Package - Transit Hub at Financial Plaza Deck Addendum 3 (40.9 KiB, 83 hits)

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