May 9, 2008
"Chaos in the world brings uneasiness, but it also allows the opportunity for creativity and growth."
--Tom Barrett, Public Speaker, Author and Entrepreneur
Board Letter:
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| High School Aide: I want to fill you in on the details of last night’s question about an aide being fired. Two years ago we put a number of things in place to tighten the discipline of the high school. You may recall that this was a concern of both the Board and I. One of those changes was the addition of an aide to monitor the halls and cafeteria. The position was temporary and designed to end in June. In June things were going much better (for a number of reasons) and Joe asked if we could extend the position for this year. The job was reposted and although they had some concerns about the person that was doing it, since it was a temporary position, they felt this was probably the best person they could find. With a temporary position it ends each year. If the job is renewed, it is posted and people apply for it again. |
This year Joe asked if he could have this as a permanent position. Things have been going very well with the high school but with all the increased requirements and programs we thought this was a reasonable request. They posted the position as permanent and Holly led an interview team. The temporary aide was not chosen for the position. In fact neither candidate was strong enough for the committee. The aide, was upset. She feels she was set up because a couple years ago she had a parental incident with her child at the middle school. She also feels that it was because Pete had spoken to her about an incident earlier this year.
The truth is that while she does a good job in many ways, she oversteps boundaries with students. She has been spoken to about this and the issue has been included in her evaluations. She also is not skilled in calming the situation, but instead, she can escalate incidents with kids.
When she didn’t get the permanent job, she told students she was fired. She also filed a discrimination report with our title nine persona (Mrs. Cox). Kim has spent this week interviewing people and finds absolutely no evidence of any discrimination. She did find some indication that this aide may have at least been aware there was going to be a food throwing incident at school and may actually have encouraged it.
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| Food Throwing in Cafeteria: Yesterday we had some students throwing food at other kids in the cafeteria. I wouldn’t call it a fight, which would be kids throwing at each other. In this case there doesn’t appear to have been any retaliation. A number of students have been suspended out of school both for throwing food and for disobeying adult directions. The high school administration has been dealing with parents who are angry because their child has been suspended and other parents who are angry because their child got food thrown on them. It appears that the food was brought from home and this involved some planning. Some students indicated they did this because of the aide not getting a job next year (see item 1 above). A few students and one parent has suggested that this aide knew about the incident and may have encouraged it. People are reluctant to say anything for the record but at least one parent and student may be willing to make statements confirming that. Joe and Holly will be interviewing people today. The aide called in sick today. They may end up going to this person’s house. I will let you know if there are additional developments. It has been an interesting place at Wayne’s World. |
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| AP Testing: Our AP Tests are being administered this week and next. We receive the results in July, however the students are notified sooner. |
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| Prom: Thankfully, we had a safe and tragedy free prom event. From all reports, the evening was successful and the students were very well behaved at the Harrow East Ballroom (they will even welcome them back another year). |
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| Four County Meeting: Please let me know if you are able to attend the Four County Annual Meeting at Belhurst Castle on May 29 and I will make the reservations. I would like to process one reservation for all the board members. Thanks. |
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| Board Celebration: The last Board meeting this year will be June 19th. Lori Smith has graciously agreed to host an after Board meeting get together to say good bye to Mark and Rick (yes, I know you two don't want us to do this but too bad). The administration will be there along with some DO people. Spouses are also invited. We will send additional information, but for right now just save the date. It will also be a good opportunity to celebrate the year.
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| WTA Golf Tournament: You are all cordially invited to participate in the Annual WTA Golf Tournament. I have attached the flyer. Questions are directed to Martha Hanley at FE or Dick Galvin at the HS. |
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| FE Band at Red Wings Game: Freewill Elementary Band will be playing the National Anthem at the opening of the Red Wings Game on Friday, June 13. Our FE band played their last year as well and played for one of the season’s largest crowds. Friday evening games always end with a fireworks display. This is a great honor for these kids and a very exciting experience. I have attached the flyer with information on tickets. |
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| HS Chorus Trip: Just for your information, I have approved an extended trip request to Disney World for April 2009 for the High School Chorus to participate in a Performance Enhancement Workshop. The high school chorus teacher has submitted district paperwork and met criteria. |
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| SRO Status: I have received a letter from the NY State Police Asst. Deputy Superintendent informing us that the services of the School Resource Officer (SRO’s) have been restored. I have attached the letter. |
5/12 – OE Band & Chorus Concert @ PAC – 7:00 p.m.
5/13 – FE Band & Chorus Concert @ PAC – 7:00 p.m.
5/17 - Rotary’s “Mystery Dinner Theatre @ Ontario Fireman’s Field -
5/19 - FE Parent Group Budget presentation @ FE Media Center – 6:45 p.m.
5/20 – Budget Vote & Election @ HS Gymnasium – 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
5/22 – Board of Education Meeting @ DO – 7:00 p.m.
5/27 – HS Student Achievement Awards @ PAC – 7:00 p.m.
5/29 - Four County Annual Meeting & Election of Officers – Belhurst Castle, Geneva
Athletics
| 5/9 - Boys JV Baseball vs. Canandaigua – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/9 - Girls JV Softball vs. Canandaigua – 7:00 p.m.
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| 5/12 - Boys JV Baseball vs. Geneva – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/12 - Girls JV Softball vs. Geneva – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/13 - Girls JV Softball vs. Newark – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/13 - Girls V Softball vs. Newark – 7:00 p.m.
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| 5/14 - Boys V Baseball vs. Newark – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/17 - Girls & Boys JV & V Softball & Baseball Tournament - 10:00, noon, 2:00, & 4:00
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| 5/19 - Girls V Softball vs. Canandaigua – 7:00 p.m.
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| 5/20 - Boys’ JV Baseball vs. Victor – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/20 - Coed V Track vs. Newark – 4:15 p.m.
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| 5/20 - Girls JV Softball vs. Newark – 7:00 p.m.
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| 12. Attachments
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A)
WTA Golf Tournament Invitation
B)
Four County Annual Meeting Invitation & Registration Form
C)
Four County Annual Meeting – Slate of Officers
D)
School Resource Officer Letter
E)
FE Red Wings Night Information
F) HS Newspaper “Written on our Walls” – May
G)
Ontario Town Board Meeting Minutes – 4/28
H)
Walworth Town Board Meeting Minutes - 4/17
Att. A)
Wayne Central School District’s
2008 Golf Tournament
When: Friday, June 13, 2008
Where: Crooked Pines ~ Macedon, NY
Who: Present & Past Wayne Central
Employees (spouses included)
$25.00 per person (this is for 9 holes of golf
hot dog or hamburger, beverage & a cart!)
Please let Marty Hanley (Freewill) know who is in your foursome. Tee times will be arranged a week or two before the tournament (from 3:30 PM on)
Checks can be made out to Martha Hanley
Att. B)
TO: The General Membership Att. C)
FROM: The Nominating Committee
Jeanne Durfee, Chair and Four County Past President (W-FL BOCES)
Mary Evans (Marcus Whitman)
Jim Koehler (Dundee)
DATE: May 1, 2008
RE: 2008-2009 Slate of Officers
At their meeting on April 24, 2008, the Board of Directors approved the 2008-2009 Slate of Officers for submission to the General Membership. The election will take place at the Annual Business Meeting which will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Belhurst Castle in Geneva, New York.
The Slate of Officers for your consideration:
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President
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| | Thomas Scherer (Geneva City Board of Education) |
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First Vice President
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| Joyce Lyke (Wayne Central Board of Education) |
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Second Vice President
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| Nancy Scher (Penn Yan & WFL BOCES Boards of Education) |
Tom Scherer
Tom is in his second year as President of Four County. Since his election to the Geneva City Board of Education, Tom has been an active, contributing member of the Association in many ways – active with the Legislative Committee and a member of the NYSSBA State Legislative Network (SLN). He has been an active member of the Steering Committee and has participated in general membership events. Tom is an articulate, thoughtful spokesperson and has demonstrated excellent leadership qualities. He chairs well run Steering Committee meetings and presides with thought and comfort over General Membership events and gatherings of member board presidents and vice presidents. Tom now represents the Association to the Commissioner’s Advisory Council of School Board Members and the Council of Local School Boards Associations. In addition he has been moderator of the Prospective and New Board Seminar Panels for two years. This year Tom also offered testimony on behalf of public education to the Commission on Property Tax Relief.
Joyce Lyke
Joyce has been active with the Four County School Boards Association since her election to the Wayne Central Board and is now in her second year as Second Vice President.. She has been active with the Legislative Committee serving one year as Co-Chair and one year as Chair. Joyce is active with the NYSSBA State Legislative Network and has been a member of the Four County Steering Committee for the past three years. She served as a panelist for the 2005 and 2006 Prospective Board Member Seminars, co-moderated the 2005 Legislative Breakfast, and was a member of the panel for the 2006 New Board Member Orientation. Joyce has demonstrated a clear understanding of the mission of the Association and excellent leadership skills.
Nancy Scher
Nancy has been active with Four County since her election to the Penn Yan Board of Education. She is also currently a member of the Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES Board of Education. She is in her second year as First Vice President. Nancy has served one year as Legislative Committee Chair and one year as Legislative Committee Co-Chair. She is an active member of the NYSSBA State Legislative Network. Nancy has been a member of the Steering Committee since 2003 and a panelist for both the 2004 and 2005 Prospective Board Member Seminars. She has also co-moderated the 2004 and 2005 Legislative Breakfasts and moderated the 2006 event. In addition, Nancy is a member of the NYSSBA Ambassador program, serving as a spokesperson on behalf of public education. Her thoughtful, gentle leadership has been tapped by Four County and her boards of education.
Att. D)
Att. E)
Att. G)
APRIL 28, 2008
ONTARIO TOWN BOARD MEETING
A regular meeting of the Ontario Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Robert Kelsch at 7:00 PM in the Ontario Town Hall. Present were Supervisor Robert Kelsch, Council members: Jason Ruffell, Lori Eaton-Smith, James Switzer, Stephen Tobin, Attorney for the Town Alan Knauf and DeputyTown Clerk Carol Luety.
7 residents and visitors were present at portions of the meeting.
Mr. Kelsch led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Revisions to the Agenda - A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Tobin, to approve the agenda with the following revision: add to #5 surplus property, one 1995 11 Foot Landpride Rotary Mower as requested in a memo from the Parks and Recreation Director. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Comments From the Public – None
Approval of Minutes – Mr. Kelsch asked for approval of the minutes of the April 14, 2008 Town Board meeting. A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Tobin, to approve the minutes with the following revision: add Reverend to Gail Heimberger’s name in the motion appointing her to the Board of Ethics. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Attorney for the Town Report – Mr. Knauf reported on the testing for the Landfill Closure Project. He also gave a brief update on the Gullace and DKR tax assessment cases.
New Business - A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Tobin, to accept the Supervisor’s fiscal report for the month of April 2008 as presented. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Ruffell, to adopt a
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT AND CONCURRENCE
WITH THE WAYNE COUNTY EMPIRE ZONE
REVISION APPLICATION AND
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
WHEREAS, New York State has created the Empire Zone program to encourage industrial and commercial development in selected areas across the State; and
WHEREAS, Wayne County, as an eligible municipality, received designation of an Empire Zone made up of sub-zones including portions of the Town of Ontario (the “Town”); and
WHEREAS, under the current designation, Wayne County has the ability to amend the Zone boundaries to allow additional acreage; and
WHEREAS, Wayne County intends to revise the Wayne County Empire Zone boundaries to encourage industrial and commercial development and allow for the deletion of and creation of additional acreage to the Ontario blob along Route 104 in the Town of Ontario, as detailed on the attached map and legal description (the “Revision”); and
WHEREAS, the Town is committed to the development of new business within the proposed sub-zone; and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to support and concur with the Empire Zone revision application; and
| WHEREAS, an Environmental Assessment Form (“EAF”) was prepared for the Revision, which the Town Board has reviewed; and
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| NOW THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED, that the Town Board has considered the Revision and its potential for environmental impacts; reviewed and considered the EAF, the criteria contained in 6 N.Y.C.R.R. §617.7(c), and other supporting information to identify the relevant areas of environmental concern; and thoroughly analyzed the identified relevant areas of environmental concern to determine if the Revision may have a significant adverse impact on the environment, and finds that the Revision would not have a significant impact on the environment, because:
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| The Revision would add an area to the Zone that is zoned for industrial use, and industrial development of the area would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the Town. |
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| The Revision would delete an area from the Zone that is zoned for residential or agricultural uses. |
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| The Revision would not result in any identified negative environmental impacts. |
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| To the extent the Revision might facilitate any particular new proposal, no plans have been submitted to the Town, it is not possible to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of any such proposal, and postponing such review is more protective of the environment than attempting a premature and thus inadequate review at this stage. |
2007 Wayne County Empire Zone - Town of Ontario - County of Wayne
Beginning at the northwest corner of a parcel of land having a tax parcel number of 61118-00-359999, said point having a New York State Plane Coordinate (NAD 83, Central Zone, US Foot) values of N 1181811.68, E 612538.18, thence
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| Easterly to a point (having coordinates of) N 1181809.27, E 612814.42; thence, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1181809.10, E 612833.65, |
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| Southerly to a point N 1181146.24, E 612837.96, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1181145.91, E 613005.24, |
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| Southerly to a point N 1180223.93, E 613007.70, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1180224.68, E, 613645.45, |
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| Northerly to a point N 1180427.60, E 613644.01, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1180432.93, E 614637.86, |
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| Southerly to a point N 1179184.01, E 614649.31, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1179183.98, E 613745.14, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1179183.95, E 613053.34, |
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| Southerly to a point N 1177854.49, E 613067.99, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1177854.57, E 614924.85, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1177854.65, E, 616915.18, |
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| Southerly to a point N 1176591.36, E 616899.49, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176556.39, E 616242.03, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176555.42, E 616226.68, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176497.98, E 615317.68, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176472.90, E 614920.61, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176446.27, E 614452.37, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176428.96, E 614148.04, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176406.71, E 613756.95, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176405.99, E 613745.12, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176391.44, E 613504.14, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176366.08, E 613084.39, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176335.66, E 612580.74, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176303.47, E 611986.75, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176299.96, E 611922.37, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176264.39, E 611411.44, |
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| Westerly to a point N 1176219.72, E 610921.86, |
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| Northerly to a point N 1179184.08, E 610917.72, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179184.01, E 611672.86, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179184.01, E 611689.55, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179183.99, E 611861.41, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179183.97, E 612052.41, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179183.99, E 611861.41, |
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| Easterly to a point N 1179183.93, E 612547.56, |
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| Northerly to the point and place of beginning comprising an area of 332.40 acres as shown on a |
| plan prepared by Kocher Surveying, P.C. on December 17, 2007.
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| IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, the Town Board finds that the Revision will not have a significant impact on the environment, so that a Negative Declaration shall be made and duly filed, and an environmental impact statement need not be prepared; and it is
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| RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ontario, in its capacity as governing body of the Town, does hereby support and concur with the Wayne County Empire Zone revision application. 5Ayes 0 Nays RESOLUTION ADOPTED
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A motion was made by Mr. Tobin, seconded by Mrs. Smith, to authorize the Director of Parks and Recreation to post internally for the position of groundskeeper with the intent to fill two positions with starting salaries at $12.50 per hour as requested in memo PR15-2008. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Ruffell, for discussion, to authorize the Superintendent of Highways to purchase a 2008 Street Sweeper at state bid cost not to exceed $177,000.00 as requested in memo 08-15. A discussion followed. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Tobin, to declare as surplus the following items: Two (2) Hewlett Packard LaserJet 2200D Printers and one (1) Standard Register T4100/4200 Check Disburser as requested in a memo from the Accounting Supervisor, one 1995 11 Foot Landpride Rotary Mower as requested in a memo from the Director of Parks and Recreation. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Budget Transfers/Adjustments – A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Tobin, to approve the following budget transfers:
Community Center @ Casey Park: transfer $2,500.00 from H70-05-7020.204 to H70-05-7020.201
Water: transfer $9,000.00 from F-8140.4 to F-8140.1 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Appointments/Resignations – None
Reports by Town Board Members – Mr. Tobin shared copies of an article he wrote that appeared in the Wayne County Mail about the Ontario Volunteer Emergency Squad, Union Hill Fire Department and the Ontario Fire Department.
Mr. Ruffell met with Deputy Attorney for the Town, Richard Williams and Code Officer Ed Collins to do more work on Chapter 150.
There was a discussion about changing the workshop schedule. There will be one workshop on the third Monday of each month. If there is a first or fifth Monday in a month, there will not be a workshop on those nights.
Mr. Switzer noted that the Town Cleanup will take place on May 8th, 9th and 10th at the highway garage. He also extended his condolences to the family of Bill Bassage, a charter member of the volunteer ambulance and a member of the American Legion Honor Guard.
Approval of Claims – A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mr. Ruffell, to approve the abstract of claims for April 28, 2008 including vouchers # 967 through #1078 with a grand total of $125,991.88 and to authorize the Supervisor to issue payments for same. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Comments from the Public – Craig Litt voiced his concern about the economy and the town’s plan for future spending. Joan Stark suggested microphones for the town board members at the meetings.
Questions from Student Body – Kyle Lieberman asked what the Empire Zone is and Mr. Kelsch and Mr. Knauf responded.
Executive Session - A motion was made by Mr. Switzer, seconded by Mrs. Smith, to move into an executive session at 8:30 PM to discuss a legal matter with the attorney for the town and a personnel matter regarding a specific person. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Reconvene – 9:10 PM
Adjourn – A motion was made by Mr. Tobin, seconded by Mr. Switzer, to adjourn at 9:10 PM. 5 Ayes 0 Nays MOTION CARRIED
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Luety
Deputy Town Clerk
The above minutes will become official upon approval of the town board.
Att. H)
| WALWORTH TOWN BOARD – REGULAR MEETING
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| Presiding Supervisor Plant called the regularly scheduled Town Board meeting, held at the Walworth Town Hall, 3600 Lorraine Drive, to order at 7:30 PM.
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| Present:
| Thomas Yale Councilman |
| Frank Maciuska Councilman
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| Suzi Hawkins-Mance
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| Susie Jacobs
| Town Clerk |
| Mike Frederes
| Highway Superintendent |
| Rob Burns
| Sewer Superintendent |
| Jacqueline Van Lare Recreation Director
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| Karen Ambroz
| Assessor |
| Ed Parrone
| Engineer for the Town |
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| Absent:
Patricia Marini
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MINUTES:
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance to approve the minutes of April 3, 2008, with a typographical correction to the draft copy regarding the National Library Week Proclamation.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
CORRESPONDENCE:
Susie Jacobs, Town Clerk, had nothing to enter into record.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to approve and file the Supervisor’s Monthly Report for March, 2008, as presented.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
A resident from 3283 Creekside Circle explained that he would like to install a pool within the 60-foot buffer and that he was requesting the Town Board’s authorization to do this. He presented maps and a diagram. Discussion ensued with regard to the placement and emergency removal of the pool, various responsibilities, expenses and MS4 regulations. It was also noted that an existing deck needed to be included in this License Agreement and would be brought to the Building Department’s attention.
Motion by Councilman Yale that if the homeowner wished to proceed with the License Agreement, the Town would ask the Attorney for the Town to prepare the necessary document.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Discussion: Councilman Yale stated that this was due to a hardship with no other opportunity for a location within the individual’s property to house such entity. Supervisor Plant stated that he would get an estimate from the Attorney for the Town, with the cost to be paid by the homeowner.
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| Councilman Maciuska Aye |
| Councilwoman Marini Absent
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Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Motion carried.
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| Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance inquired as to her initialing each page of the audited vouchers. She stated that what had been presented to her this evening did not have her initials; she wanted to know what had happened to them. Susie Jacobs, Town Clerk, stated that the pages in question had been replaced with new corrected copy due to corrections made from the audited package. Supervisor Plant stated that these changes were correct. Susie Jacobs, Town Clerk, further stated that she was responsible for certification to the Town Board that the figures were correct.
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AUDIT OF CLAIMS RESOLUTION 35-08:
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance offered the following Resolution 35-08 and moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilman Yale to wit:
WHEREAS, the following claims submitted at the scheduled Town Board Meeting of April 17, 2008, have been audited and approved by the appropriate Council Members.
BE IT RESOLVED that the claims be paid on Abstract #4, numbered 442 through 583, in the following amounts:
GENERAL FUND
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$ 45,987.45
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HIGHWAY FUND
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$ 27,359.47
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WALWORTH SEWER DISTRICT #1
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$ 39,519.38
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BROOKSIDE LIGHT DISTRICT
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$ 12.02
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GANANDA LIGHT DISTRICT
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$ 919.85
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HARVEST HILL LIGHT DISTRICT
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$ 687.48
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ORCHARD VIEW LIGHT DISTRICT
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$ 114.62
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WALWORTH LIGHT DISTRICT
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$ 597.93
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WALWORTH CONSOLIDATED DRAINAGE
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$ 9,542.50
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GANANDA SIDEWALK DISTRICT
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$ 990.00
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LINCOLN FIRE PROTECTION
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$ 15,616.22
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the claims be paid on Abstract #4, numbered 41 through 64, in the following amounts:
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$ 26,588.24
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Walworth adopt Resolution 35-08.
Adopted this 17th day of April, 2008, at the meeting of the Town Council.
Roll call vote: Councilman Maciuska Aye
Councilwoman Marini Absent
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Supervisor Plant Aye
Resolution carried.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – J MILES REPORT
Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, reported that the J Miles for last winter were at about 108% and did not trigger any extra payment. However, the Town should receive a small fuel allowance from the State DOT for the miles the Town did for them for the increase in fuel - including not only what was burned in their trucks, but the fuel surcharge on the salt that was delivered to the Town. There was approximately 70 cents per ton or more fuel surcharge on every ton of salt purchased last winter.
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – CHIPS PROGRAM
Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, reported that the Town CHIPS allocation was going to increase about 21%, or roughly $16,000.00, from a result of the lobby efforts done in Albany back in March, 2008. Discussion ensued with the multiple benefits from the lobbying done in Albany.
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – HIGHWAY SCHOOL
Motion by Councilman Yale authorizing pre-pay in the amount of $90.00 plus room and board for Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, to attend the Cornell Local Roads Highway School held at Ithaca College on June 2 – 4, 2008, to be expended from line A5010.41.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – OVERTIME PAY FOR HOSTING RABIES CLINIC
Motion by Councilman Yale approving overtime pay for one Highway employee on Saturday, May 17, 2008, at the Highway Barn, for the purpose of hosting a Rabies Clinic.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – OGS
Councilman Yale asked if Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, had received an update regarding an issue of the no salt investigation; had anything come of that? Mike Frederes responded that he had received a letter from Cargill, who was the Town’s supplier, apologizing and stating that their reputation had definitely been blemished by lack of availability and assuring the Town that measures had been taken so that this would never happen again. He wasn’t sure what measures, if it was just something being said to appease the Town. He further stated that he thought that the Town should communicate with OGS to see what in fact was going to happen. The Town submitted their requirement letters about a month ago, and the contracts will not be let until August or September. Councilman Yale stated that this was his point; they were looking at the contracts for next year, and if the Town did not have enough “beef” in those contracts, it needed to be put in there so that the product would not be diverted somewhere else at our expense. Mike stated that five (5) people from Wayne County met with purchasing at OGS and had their attention on this issue. Councilman Yale requested that Mike Frederes, through his organizations, keep the fire going on this, so that this would not be forgotten. Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance asked if this was also when the CHIPS were addressed? Mike responded that was all part of the same trip to Albany; they had a lot of things going on at once. Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance stated that she had read his letter to the Senator also; it was a great letter and had great results.
SEWER DEPARTMENT – REQUEST TO DECLARE FILTER PRESS SURPLUS
Rob Burns, Sewer Superintendent, stated that he would like the R & B Filter Press declared surplus equipment Councilman Maciuska stated that he and Rob had spoken before the meeting this evening. Councilman Maciuska stated that he would like for Councilwoman Marini and himself to go over and look at the press. Councilman Maciuska would like the item tabled until the next Town Board meeting.
Supervisor Plant asked how long the Town could go before we replaced the other blower. Rob responded that he was hoping that nothing would happen to the two that were running currently. He had one price in and was waiting for two other people to give prices. Once he gets all three prices, it looks like it will be under the amount that a bid is required. He hopes to have this done before the next Town Board meeting.
RECREATION – ALCOHOL USE WEST WALWORTH FIRE DEPARTMENT SOFTBALL TEAM – SHERBURNE PARK SOFTBALL FIELD
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance authorizing the issuance of an Alcohol Use Permit at the Sherburne Park Softball Field for beer to the West Walworth Fire Department Softball Team, for various Wednesday nights for May through August, 2008, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Seconded by Councilman Yale.
Discussion: Councilman Maciuska asked if the Town had any recreation activities scheduled in Sherburne Park on the same nights? Jacqueline Van Lare said “no.” Councilman Maciuska stated that Town Law says the Town cannot issue a permit if recreation has something going on there. Supervisor Plant stated that the West Walworth Fire Department had been given permission to use that field as their home field. Councilman Maciuska stated that he was worried because the law had been put in place that if recreation had something going on in Sherburne Park at the same time, no alcohol could be served. Councilman Maciuska stated that he didn’t want the Town Board to say yes and then have to tell the West Walworth Fire Department later on no, you can’t do it.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
RECREATION – ALCOHOL USE DAN WOOD - GINEGAW PAVILION
Motion by Councilman Yale authorizing the issuance of an Alcohol Use Permit at Ginegaw Pavilion for beer to Dan Wood on July 13, 2008, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
RECREATION – PARKS UPDATE
Jacqueline Van Lare commented that she hoped everyone would take notice of the excellent job her Parks guys have been doing on the baseball diamonds in getting them ready for the upcoming season. Field three (3) is now almost complete, the clay dressing has been put on it and it looks wonderful. Supervisor Plant stated that field three (3) was the field that would be getting the scoreboard; had we talked a lot about that yet? Jacqueline Van Lare responded, “No we haven’t.” Jacqueline informed that May 10, 2008, would be the first annual opening day celebration with team pictures during the morning, a hot dog roast for the baseball and softball kids and parents at noon, and at one o’clock there would be a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new scoreboard at field three (3), followed by two (2) baseball games. Discussion ensued regarding who would be doing some of the preparation and work for this ceremony. Jacqueline encouraged everyone to stop by.
ASSESSOR – TENTATIVE ROLL
Karen Ambroz, Assessor, reported that all of her information for the tentative roll was at Lyons and would be available for public review May 1, 2008.
ENGINEER – MS4 UPDATE
Ed Parrone, Engineer for the Town, reported that the draft report would be given to the Supervisor shortly and would like to have it available for the Public Review Process at the next Town Board meeting on May 1, 2008.
ENGINEER – DESIGN CRITERIA UPDATE
Ed Parrone, Engineer for the Town stated that there were still some issues with the Design Criteria that needed to be worked out with Phil Williamson, Code Enforcement Office, and Carl Hewings, Parrone Engineering, and may require input from the Attorney for the Town.
ENGINEER – SMALL CITIES GRANT UPDATE
Ed Parrone, Engineer for the Town, stated that the Supervisor would be receiving a letter from Parrone Engineering per instructions from Stuart Brown, relative to the sewers. Stuart Brown indicated to Parrone Engineering that all of the issues from the last submission had been taken care of, and he believed that the Town of Walworth had a very good case this time around. Stuart Brown also indicated that the housing part (Home Leasing) would probably hear by the end of June, 2008. The Town would hear on its grant request a little bit later in the summer. If the housing happens, Stuart Brown had a very strong feeling that the Town would get funding for this sewer project and this would be a good thing, as we talked about it as economic development in that whole particular area.
TOWN CLERK –
Nothing reported at this time.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
SEWER TREATMENT PLANT TOUR
Councilman Maciuska mentioned that the Sewer Committee would be visiting the Sewer Treatment Plant to take a look at several things.
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES TRAINING UPDATE
Councilman Maciuska reported that the Board of Trustees would be attending some training courses in Saratoga and locally to gather some conceptual ideas.
MS4 COMMITTEE UPDATE
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance reported that the MS4 Committee met on Monday, April 14, 2008, and reviewed the long-term maintenance plan; they came to the conclusion that they needed to check with some neighboring towns to see how they dealt with this issue. Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance mentioned that after speaking with Karen Ambroz, Assessor and Jean Johnson, Senior Account Clerk, the Committee was not convinced that special districts were going to fly. The Committee was looking at some eastside and westside towns and hoped to have something ready by the next meeting.
DOG ENUMERATION
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance stated that the dog enumeration would start May 1, 2008, and she would be meeting with the Dog Control Officers next week to converse with them on their strategy for that.
AMEND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID REQUEST FOR SEWER DEPARTMENT
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to advertise to re-bid, in the interest of saving taxpayers money by combining projects, in that we increased the scope of the bid to include the pavilion in Ginegaw Park, with bid opening to be May 2, 2008, at 2:00 PM.
Seconded by Councilman Yale.
Discussion: Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance asked if that was also for a metal roof? Supervisor Plant said, yes, it was the same color and everything else.
Roll call vote: Councilman Maciuska Aye
Councilwoman Marini Absent
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Supervisor Plant Aye
Motion carried.
RESCIND FIREWORKS DISPLAY JULY 26, 2008 - FESTIVAL IN THE PARK:
Motion by Councilman Yale to rescind the fireworks display permit for Walworth Festival in the Park on July 26, 2008.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
FIREWORKS DISPLAY AUGUST 23, 2008 – FESTIVAL IN THE PARK:
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance approving the Walworth Lions Club fireworks permit on August 23, 2008, for the Walworth Festival in the Park.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
RESCIND MOTION – LIONS CLUB FESTIVAL IN THE PARK:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to rescind the motion for the use of Ginegaw Park from July 24 through July 26, 2008, by the Walworth Lions Club for the Walworth Festival in the Park.
Seconded by Councilman Yale.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
LIONS CLUB FESTIVAL IN THE PARK AUTHORIZATION:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to approve the use of Ginegaw Park August 22 - 23, 2008, by the Walworth Lions Club for Walworth Festival in the Park.
Seconded by Councilman Yale.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
BURN PERMIT – 2024 SHERBURNE ROAD:
Motion by Councilman Yale to approve the issuance of a burn permit for 2024 Sherburne Road, based on the location, predominant wind and low impact to the neighbors.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
BURN PERMIT – 900 WALWORTH-PENFIELD ROAD:
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance to approve the issuance of a burn permit for 900 Walworth-Penfield Road, based on the location, predominant wind and low impact to the neighbors.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
BURN PERMIT – 2126 FINLEY ROAD:
Motion by Councilman Yale to approve the issuance of a burn permit for 2126 Finley Road, based on the location, predominant wind and low impact to the neighbors.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
BURN PERMIT – 4575 WALWORTH-ONTARIO ROAD:
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance to approve the issuance of a burn permit for 4575 Walworth-Ontario Road, based on the location, predominant wind and low impact to the neighbors.
Seconded by Councilman Yale.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
BURN PERMIT – 4522 ONTARIO CENTER ROAD:
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance tabled the burn permit for 4522 Ontario Center Road, pending location and what would be burned.
BURN PERMIT – 4592 WALWORTH-ONTARIO ROAD:
Motion by Councilman Yale to approve the issuance of a burn permit for 4592 Walworth-Ontario Road based on the location, predominant wind and low impact to the neighbors.
Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
GREYSTONE GOLF CLUB LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWAL – RESOLUTION 33-08:
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance offered the following Resolution 33-08 and moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilman Maciuska to wit:
GREYSTONE GOLF CLUB
LIQUOR LICENSE #3113085 RENEWAL
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirement of the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law, an applicant for a license to sell alcoholic beverages at retail, for on-premises consumption, as well as any applicant for renewal of such a license, must notify the Town Clerk of the municipality wherein the premise are located, and;
WHEREAS, the notice is given in order that the municipality, if it so desires, may express an opinion for or against the granting of said license or renewal to the ABC Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Walworth, that with respect to the renewal application submitted by Greystone Golf Club Liquor License number 3113085, Walworth, New York, for a license to sell alcoholic beverages at retail for on-premises consumption, the Walworth Town Board does express a favorable opinion;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Walworth adopt Resolution 33-08.
Roll call vote: Councilman Maciuska Aye
Councilwoman Marini Absent
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Supervisor Plant Aye
Resolution carried.
GREYSTONE GOLF CLUB LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWAL – RESOLUTION 34-08:
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance offered the following Resolution 34-08 and moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilman Yale to wit:
GREYSTONE GOLF CLUB
LIQUOR LICENSE #3113086 RENEWAL
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirement of the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law, an applicant for a license to sell alcoholic beverages at retail, for on-premises consumption, as well as any applicant for renewal of such a license, must notify the Town Clerk of the municipality wherein the premise are located, and;
WHEREAS, the notice is given in order that the municipality, if it so desires, may express an opinion for or against the granting of said license or renewal to the ABC Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Walworth, that with respect to the renewal application submitted by Greystone Golf Club Liquor License number 3113086, Walworth, New York, for a license to sell alcoholic beverages at retail for on-premises consumption, the Walworth Town Board does express a favorable opinion;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Walworth adopt Resolution 34-08.
Roll call vote: Councilman Maciuska Aye
Councilwoman Marini Absent
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Supervisor Plant Aye
Resolution carried.
REMINDER OF MS4 PRESENTATION:
Supervisor Plant reminded everyone that there would be an MS4 presentation here on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at 7:00 PM, by a representative of the DEC.
BINGO REQUEST:
Supervisor Plant stated that the Town had received a Bingo request, and at this point the Town could not legally authorize the playing of Bingo. Supervisor Plant asked if the Town Board would like to be able to authorize the playing of Bingo within the Town. Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance stated that she would like to because it was a recreational activity that senior citizens enjoyed. Susie Jacobs, Town Clerk, stated that she had provided Council members with the information explaining the procedures required. Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance stated that she still wanted it to go to the Town’s legal counsel.
FINANCIAL TRANSACTION RESOLUTION 36-08:
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance offered the following Resolution 36-08 and moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilman Yale to wit:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Senior Account Clerk be authorized to modify budget as
follows:
$3,616.22 from Lincoln Fire Dept. Fund Balance to SF3-3410.42 Service Award
Program. To cover cost of 2008 Contribution.
$80.00 from A8020.43 Engineering Fees Planning Board to A8020.41 Training
Planning. To cover Board Member Training.
Roll call vote: Councilman Maciuska Aye
Councilwoman Marini Absent
Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance Aye
Councilman Yale Aye
Supervisor Plant Aye
Resolution carried.
INTERSECTION LIGHTS
Supervisor Plant stated that he had received two (2) requests for intersection lights for the following:
County Line and Bills Road
Cream Ridge and Bills Road
Councilman Yale inquired if Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, had given his input. Mike Frederes, Highway Superintendent, stated that one for County Line and Bills Road would be warranted because of traffic flow. Supervisor Plant stated that there had been no requests from anywhere else, and his concern was, “Do we want to put one up where one really is not wanted by the people who live in that area when we have people who definitely do want one?” Councilman Yale commented that the Town was at a point now where it could get away from the East, West, North, South fairness issue unless there were more requests - so he had no problem with putting two (2) even next to each other at this point.
Motion by Councilman Yale to install one intersection light at County Line and Bills Road and one intersection light at Cream Ridge Road and Bills Road at the request of the public.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Discussion: Councilman Yale would like it noted that the public should come forward if they feel there is a priority; they should make their wishes known. Supervisor Plant stated that the Town would start a running list for intersection lights as people requested them.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
EMPLOYEE HEALTH CARE DISCUSSION:
Supervisor Plant asked if the Town Board had given any more thought to last month’s presentation on employee health care? Supervisor Plant stated that he had notified the county in writing last month that the Town would be offering an additional health care plan and had not yet received a response. Discussion ensued with a decision to bring someone in with a comparison chart for further discussions.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance to enter into executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation.
Seconded by Councilman Maciuska.
Adopted: Vote Ayes 4 Nays 0
Time: 8:31 PM.
RECONVENE:
Supervisor Plant reconvened the regularly scheduled Town Board meeting.
Time: 9:00 PM.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion by Councilman Yale to adjourn. Seconded by Councilwoman Hawkins-Mance and unanimously carried.
Time: 9:02 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Susie C. Jacobs
Town Clerk
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