Location:  CWC Headquarters (Arkville, NY)

Present:  Ric Coombe, David Kukle, Steve Walker, Bud Gladsone, Ed Snow, Glen Faulkner, Ritchie Gabriel, Will Outsen, Jeff Gearhart, Bill Federice, David Edinger, Greg Vurckio

Others:  Jeff Baker, Jason Merwin, Samantha Costa, Gemma Young, Nick Carbone, Bruce Dolph, Mary Crisafulli, Joan Lawrence Bauer.

1.  Call to Order:  Ric called the meeting to order at 6:15 pm. 

2.  Ric opened the meeting by thanking Jeff for his efforts on developing a very comprehensive letter and resolution so quickly.  Glen concurred that this draft accurately captured the “spirit” of the conversations from the previous meeting. 

Jeff proceeded to explain the documents and their purpose for the benefit of those attendees who were not included in the executive session on September 15^th.   He stated that the letter and resolution to DEC express the CWT concerns  for halting discussions on the Water Withdrawal Permit and 4^th side agreement.  Jeff shared that the last discussions occurred on June 13, 2025, and nothing has occurred since. 

Jeff further explained that the City submitted draft language to DEC but has not yet shared this draft with others.   He expressed his concern that this approach is inconsistent with past practices.  This is a valid concern of not only CWT but of all the stakeholders who are impacted and have a vested interest in the water permit.

Ric stated that we are recognized nationally and internationally as a model for watershed partnerships.  This latest action by the City to unilaterally withdraw the stakeholders from the process is not in the spirit of the partnership that was established.  He shared that hopefully we can get the City back to the table and continue with the partnership for many more years to come. 

Joan (Lawrence Bauer) asked if it was a new Water Withdrawal Permit that was officially submitted by the City.  Jeff replied yes and explained that this was originally called the Water Supply Permit. He further explained that this permit contains the language that allows the City to buy land in the watershed.

Ric entertained a motion to introduce the Resolution.  Bud Gladstone made the motion, seconded by Ed Snow.  Motion was unanimously carried by the Executive Board.

Before adjourning, Jason wanted to thank everyone for all their hard work on this.  He shared that we are now in a good position to move forward.   He gave special thanks to Jeff for his efforts stating that the final product was excellent and exactly what was needed to address this issue.

3.  Adjourn:  As there were no other items to discuss Ric asked for a motion to adjourn.  Motion to adjourn was made by Greg Vurkio,  seconded by Glen Faulkner.  Motion carried.  The meeting adjourned at 6:23 pm with Ric thanking everyone for attending this special meeting.

Location:  CWC Headquarters (Arkville, NY)

Present:  Ric Coombe, David Kukle, Steve Walker, Bud Gladsone, Ed Snow, Glen Faulkner, Ritchie Gabriel, Will Outsen, Jeff Gearhart, Bill Federice, David Edinger, Greg Vurckio

Others:  Jeff Baker, Jason Merwin, Samantha Costa, Jessica Fiedler, Gemma Young, Nick Carbone, Bruce Dolph, Michelle Yost, Joan Lawrence Bauer. Tina Mole,  John Kosier, Thomas Hoyt, Joe Cetta, Art Merrill, and Cher Woehl.   Attending via ZOOM were Tim Cox, Chris Mathews, Alicia Terry and Alan Hinkley

1.  Call to Order:  Ric called the meeting to order at 6:16 pm. 

2.  August 18, 2025, Meeting Minutes Approval:  Motion to approve the minutes made by Ed Snow and seconded by Bud Gladstone.  Motion carried.   

3. & 4. LAP/SAP Negotiations/Status of Amended City CE to State:
Jeff opened by sharing he had hoped to see the draft of the Water Withdrawal Permit from the City in early August.  He understood that the City has submitted a draft permit to DEC for review.   The City currently has no intention of sharing the draft with CWT and other stakeholders for review prior to releasing for public review.   Jeff is hoping that we see the draft after the State provides their comments and reaction, however that is not guaranteed.  This segued to Delaware County’s draft resolution on this issue.   At this point in the meeting, Jeff suggested we move into an executive session as we would be discussing contract negotiations and receive advice of counsel.   Ric called for a motion to move to executive session.  Motion was made by Ed Snow, seconded by Bud Gladstone.  Motion was carried.   Ric respectively asked all reporters and non-watershed partners to exit the meeting, indicating they would be welcome back once executive session ended.  Executive session started at 6:25 pm.   At 7:15 pm Bill Federice made the motion to end the executive session, seconded by David Kukle.  Motion carried and the CWT executive meeting reconvened at 7:16 pm.

Action item from the executive session was to have Jeff prepare a draft letter and resolution as soon as possible and called for a special Executive Board meeting to review and approve.   David Kukle made the motion to hold a Special Executive Board Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 6:15 pm at the CWC headquarters for review of the draft letter and resolution.  Ed Snow seconded the motion.  Motion carried.   Jeff shared he would provide the drafts prior to the meeting and asked Cher to notify the press who normally attend the meeting of the special meeting. 

5.  CWC Report:  Jason had nothing new to report.

6.  Warrants and Treasurer’s Report:  Bud reported that as of August 29, 2025, 
the checking account had $6,393.78,
the savings account had $101,621.27
and the CD had $52,306.30. 
Ed Snow made the motion to accept the Treasurer’s report, seconded by Steve Walker.  Report accepted.  
Bud presented Warrant #119 in the amount of $980.00 for payment of the August legal fees and administrative support fees.  
Steve Walker made the motion to pay Warrant #119, seconded by Glen Faulkner.  Motion carried.   

7.  Adjourn:  As there were no other items to discuss Ric asked for a motion to adjourn.  Motion to adjourn was made by Greg Vurkio,  seconded by Bud Gladstone.  Motion carried.  The meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm. with the reminder that they would all be back in two days for the special meeting.