By: Greg J. Goldstein, Town of Neversink Supervisor
985-2262 ext. 301.

Congratulations to Marie Palumbo who was recently honored at the Villa Roma in Callicoon as the 2008 RSVP Senior of the Year for the Town of Neversink.  Marie has unselfishly volunteered her time in this program helping out those in our community for over 17 years…thank you Marie!

Swimming Pool Alert   As mentioned in my column last July, I would like to bring to the attention of anyone who owns a pool, that there are certain NYS regulations which one might not be aware of.  In particular, one requirement is a 48” barrier (such as a fence) around swimming pools with a depth of 24” or greater.  For above ground pools, the side wall can be used as part of the barrier as long as the walls are 48” above the ground and the access ladder is secured.  However, 48” self-set or quick-set inflatable pools must have a barrier around it.  These pools do not obstruct access by a child because it is not rigid.  The wall can easily be deflected by a child who grabs the top inflated ring.  NYS started requiring pool fences in 1985 when the rate of child deaths (newborn to 4 yrs. old) soared to 17 drownings per million.  By 1999, that number dropped by 95%.  There is also a requirement for pool alarms.  For the safety of our children, we have no choice but to strongly enforce these regulations this year.  For a detailed explanation and a copy of the outdoor swimming pool regulations, please contact our Code Enforcement Officer, John Perrella at 985-2262 ext. 302.

Assessor’s Office  The Assessor’s Office will soon begin updating their Property Record Cards of property owners in the Town of Neversink in the next few months.  They will be visiting each piece of property and taking photographs between the months of June and September.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Gene Froehlich and/or Joan McNeill at 985-2262 ext. 323, 319.

Dept. of Motor Vehicles  The DMV will be at the Town Hall from 10 AM to 2:30 PM on May 29, June 12 and June 26.

Hazardous Waste Days  Sullivan County has designated May 3rd, June 8th, August 2 and September 7 as Household Hazardous Waste Days.  The Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup event is open only to Sullivan County residents who pre-register for the event.  Registration opens on April 7 and will be conducted on a rolling basis.  For further info, call Bill Cutler at 794-4466 ext. 301.

Pool Permits  Pool permits for the 2008 season will go on sale June 16th.  The pool will open on July 2nd.