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The Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Mayor and the Village Board of Trustees was held on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 beginning at 7:30 PM at the American Legion Hall, 7 Spring Street, Wappingers Falls, NY, 12590. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Attendance: Mayor Lawrence, Deputy Mayor Juliano, Tr. Enson, Tr. Weitlich, Tr. Hilderbrand, Tr. Schinella. Tr. Consentino absent due to hospitalization. ACTION ON THE MINUTES: Motion by Tr. Weitlich to adopt the minutes of November 12th, 19th and 25th meetings. Seconded by Tr. Juliano: All in favor. Carried. AUTHORIZATION OF PAYMENT OF AUDITED BILLS Motion by Tr. Weitlich to authorize payment of all audited bills. Seconded by Tr. Juliano. Carried. Previous Business: Letter was read from Veronica Robinson, Recreation Commission, regarding the Tree Lighting in Mesier Park on NoVember 30th. The tree lighting was a success and enjoyed by all: She then thanked all who assisted to make the lighting a success. Mayor Lawrence stated there was a good showing. Everyone enjoyed the, music by Johnny Dell. Mayor Lawrence also stated that Ms. Robinson, Al Ford and John Regan should be thanked for their efforts. Donations of $127.62 was collected. Mayor Lawrence then thanked Tom and Paula Kastanis and their committee for the lighting of the Christmas Tree along with caroling which was held on December 6th, despite the snow and cold weather. Some 50 people attended. Refreshments were served and a good time was had by all. Discussion with Fire Chief Steve Paino relative to fire apparatus bids. Fire Chief Paino stated that he had approached the Board for their approval to obtain bids. He stated that he had received 5 inquiries with one actual bid placed. After a meeting with the Fire Commission, this bid was accepted. A new engine is needed as the truck being used at present is 28 years old. The bid received was for the amount bid received was for the amount' of $415,735. Tr. Juliano questioned if this bid is negotiable: Chief Paino stated that $6500 would have to be put down and payments would be made over a 7 year period. The truck is a 2004. Tr. Weitlich pointed out that they have 90 days to accept the bid. He suggested that the Board consider the proposal for one month and in January a vote can be taken. Tr. Juliano inquired as to whether interest is negotiable. Chief Paino replied that he did not think so as specs were put out to bid.