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INDEX OF 2019 RESOLUTIONS
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INDEX OF 2019 RESOLUTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 1
JANUARY 9TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING .................................................................................... 8
*Resolution 2019-1: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ............................................................................................. 8
*Resolution 2019-2: Approval Of The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of Trumansburg ..... 9
*Resolution 2019-3: Amending Section 510 Of The Personnel Policy Of The Town Of Ulysses - Non-Medical
Leave Of Absence ................................................................................................................................................ 9
*Resolution 2019-4: 2019 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Contract With The Village Of Trumansburg .. 10
*Resolution 2019-5: Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With The Village Of Trumansburg For Salo
Habitat Parking Area ......................................................................................................................................... 11
*Resolution 2019-6: Approval Of Minutes ........................................................................................................ 11
*Resolution 2019-7: Approval Of Budget Modifications .................................................................................. 11
*Resolution 2019-8: Approval Of Claims .......................................................................................................... 12
*Resolution 2019-9: Appointment Of Planning Board Chair ............................................................................ 13
*Resolution 2019-10: Authorizing Extension Of Medical Leave Of Absence .................................................... 13
JANUARY 10TH, 2019: TOWN BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING .................................................................. 13
*Resolution 2019-11: Dates Of Meetings ......................................................................................................... 13
*Resolution 2019-12: Media.............................................................................................................................. 13
*Resolution 2019-13: Minutes .......................................................................................................................... 14
*Resolution 2019-14: Mileage ........................................................................................................................... 14
*Resolution 2019-15: Petty Cash ...................................................................................................................... 14
*Resolution 2019-16: Crime Coverage .............................................................................................................. 15
*Resolution 2019-17: Financial Report .............................................................................................................. 15
*Resolution 2019-18: Financial Reconciliations ................................................................................................ 16
*Resolution 2019-19: Financial Institutions ...................................................................................................... 16
*Resolution 2019-20: Financial Audit ................................................................................................................ 16
*Resolution 2019-21: Procurement Policy ....................................................................................................... 17
*Resolution 2019-22: Establishment Of Pay Periods And Salaries ..................................................................... 17
*Resolution 2019-23: Pay Rates ....................................................................................................................... 17
*Resolution 2019-24: Time Records .................................................................................................................. 18
*Resolution 2019-25: Town Board Member Liaisons ........................................................................................ 19
*Resolution 2019-26: Town Board Appointments ............................................................................................. 20
*Resolution 2019-27: Highway- Shared Service Agreements ............................................................................ 22
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*Resolution 2019-28: Planning Board And Board Of Zoning Appeals ................................................................ 22
*Resolution 2019-29: Attorney .......................................................................................................................... 23
*Resolution 2019-30: Town Highway Department Hours Of Operation........................................................... 24
*Resolution 2019-31: Policies ............................................................................................................................ 24
*Resolution 2019 32: Records Management Officer ......................................................................................... 24
*Resolution 2019-33: Gifts ................................................................................................................................ 25
*Resolution 2019-34: Approval Of 2019 Fee & Penalty Schedule ...................................................................... 25
*Resolution 2019-35: Mandatory Justice Schooling .......................................................................................... 30
*Resolution 2019-36: Vehicle Benefit: ............................................................................................................... 30
*Resolution 2019-37: Distribution Of Minutes .................................................................................................. 31
*Resolution 2019-38: Committees Appointed By The Town Board .................................................................. 31
*Resolution 2019-39: Contracts ........................................................................................................................ 32
JANUARY 22ND, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................ 33
*Resolution 2019-40: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 33
*Resolution 2019-41: Collective Bargaining Agreement One-Time Payments ................................................. 34
*Resolution 2019-42: Approval Of Budget Modifications ................................................................................ 34
*Resolution 2019-43: Acceptance Of A Grant To Repair The Cemetery Road Bridge ...................................... 35
*Resolution 2019-44: Accepting The Draft Zoning For The Public To Review .................................................. 36
*Resolution 2019-45: Authorizing Spending Of Highway Funds ....................................................................... 36
*Resolution 2019-46: Adjustment Of Water Units Based On Assessment Code .............................................. 36
*Resolution 2019-47: Approval Of Minutes ...................................................................................................... 37
JANUARY 25th, 2019: SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................... 37
*Resolution 2019-48(a): Appointing Morris Klein To The Planning Board ....................................................... 37
FEBURARY 12th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ............................................................................... 37
*Resolution 2019-48(b): Approval Of Meeting Agenda .................................................................................... 38
*Resolution 2019-49: Quote To Repair Ventilation System In Town Hall ........................................................ 38
*Resolution 2019-50: Authorizing Use Of Funds From The Town Of Ulysses Capital Equipment Reserve Fund
DA878 To Purchase Highway Maintenance And Construction Equipment In 2019 ......................................... 38
*Resolution 2019-51: Approval Of Budget Modifications ................................................................................ 39
*Resolution 2019-52: Approval Of Claims ........................................................................................................ 40
*Resolution 2019-53: Stating Opposition To Governor Cuomo’s Budget Eliminating Aid And Incentives To
Municipalities (AIM) Funding To Local Governments ....................................................................................... 40
*Resolution 2019-54: Acknowledging The Audit Of The Justice Courts Was Completed ................................ 41
*Resolution 2019-55: Approval Of Minutes...................................................................................................... 41
*Resolution 2019-56: Appointment Of Planning Board Alternate: .................................................................. 42
FEBURARY 26, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................. 42
*Resolution 2019-57: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 42
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*Resolution 2019-58: Support For Grant Application To Improve Jacksonville Park ....................................... 42
*Resolution 2019-59: Support For A Joint Community Recreation Reserve ................................................... 43
*Resolution 2019-60: Budget Modifications .................................................................................................... 43
*Resolution 2019-61: Approval Of Salo Habitat Advisory Committee Member .............................................. 44
*Resolution 2019-62: Authorization To Approve EMS Financial Assistance Application ................................. 44
*Resolution 2019-63: Approval Of Minutes...................................................................................................... 45
MARCH 12th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................... 45
*Resolution 2019-64: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 45
*Resolution 2019-65: Selection Of Consultant For The Bridge-Ny Grant ......................................................... 45
*Resolution 2019-66: In Appreciation Of The Former Youth Commissioner ................................................... 46
*Resolution 2019-67: Amending EMS Billing Policies ....................................................................................... 47
*Resolution 2019-68: Contracting With The County For Youth Services......................................................... 47
*Resolution 2019-69: Approval Of Minutes...................................................................................................... 47
*Resolution 2019-70: Approval Of Claims ........................................................................................................ 48
MARCH 26th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................... 48
*Resolution 2019-71: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 48
*Resolution 2019-72: Setting A Public Hearing For A Local Law To Restrict The Sale Price Exemption For
Housing Trust Houses ........................................................................................................................................ 48
*Resolution 2019-73: Amending The Harassment & Discrimination Policy ..................................................... 49
*Resolution 2019-74: Authorizing Agreement With The DEC To Monitor The Inactive Landfill At The Town
Barns.................................................................................................................................................................. 49
*Resolution 2019-75 Approval Of Minutes ....................................................................................................... 50
APRIL 9TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................................ 50
*Resolution 2019-76: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 50
*Resolution 2019-77: Restricted Sale Price Exemption For Housing Trust Houses ......................................... 50
*Resolution 2019-: Approval Of Contract For General Code - Tabled ............................................................. 51
*Resolution 2019-78: Appointing New Member To The CSAC ........................................................................ 51
*Resolution 2019-79: Approval Of The Laundry Contract For Highway Department ..................................... 51
*Resolution 2019-80: Approval Of Minutes...................................................................................................... 52
*Resolution 2019-81: Approval Of Claims ........................................................................................................ 52
APRIL 23RD, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ...................................................................................... 52
*Resolution 2019-82: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 52
*Resolution 2019-83: Requesting Review Of The Draft Zoning By The Planning Board ................................... 53
*Resolution 2019-84: Forwarding Ms. Zahler’s 4/23/19 Zoning Draft Issues On To The Planning Board ........ 53
*Resolution 2019-85: Adding The Solar Glare Draft To The Planning Board’s Zoning Draft Review................ 54
*Resolution 2019-86: Appointment Of A Project Assistant .............................................................................. 54
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*Resolution 2019-87: In Support Of The New York State Assembly And Senate Bills To Establish A Process For
The Adoption Of An Environmental Bill Of Rights ............................................................................................. 54
*Resolution 2019-88 Approval Of Minutes From 4/9 ....................................................................................... 55
*Resolution 2019-89 Approval Of Minutes From 3/14 ..................................................................................... 56
MAY 14TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ....................................................................................... 56
*Resolution 2019-90: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ......................................................................................... 56
*Resolution 2019-91: Declaring Continued Support For The Article 78 Appeal Proceeding Objecting To The
DEC Permitting Of The Cargill Mine Expansion Without Proper Environmental Review ................................. 56
*Resolution 2019-92: Authorizing Agreement With Tompkins County For Local Share Of Cemetery Road
Bridge Replacement .......................................................................................................................................... 57
*Resolution 2019-93: Concurring With Sale Of Land To NYS Parks ................................................................. 58
*Resolution 2019-94: Approval Of Building Use Application ........................................................................... 58
*Resolution 2019-95: Appointing A Highway Superintendent ........................................................................ 58
*Resolution 2019-96: Honoring Durand Van Doren’s Service To The Town Of Ulysses ................................... 59
*Resolution 2019-97: Approval Of Minutes...................................................................................................... 60
*Resolution 2019-98: Budget Modifications .................................................................................................... 60
*Resolution 2019-99: Approval Of Claims ........................................................................................................ 61
MAY 28th, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................................ 61
*Resolution 2019-100: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 61
*Resolution 2019-101: Approval Of Mission & Guidelines For Habitat Nature Preserve On Salo Drive .......... 61
*Resolution 2019-102: Approval Of Recreation Partnership By-Laws .............................................................. 62
*Resolution 2019-103: Approval Of Minutes From 4/9 .................................................................................... 62
*Resolution 2019-104: Budget Modification .................................................................................................... 62
JUNE 12TH 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................................ 63
*Resolution 2019-105: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 63
*Resolution 2019-106: Declaring Surplus Highway Equipment ....................................................................... 63
*Resolution 2019-107: Proposed Purchase Of Rear Flail Mower .................................................................... 63
*Resolution 2019-108: Proposed Purchase Plow Equipment For The 2020 Mack Truck ................................ 64
*Resolution 2019-109: Authorizing The Implementation And Upfront Funding Costs Of 100% Of The Eligible
Costs Of A Bridge NY Transportation Project, Which May Be Eligible For Federal Aid And/Or State Aid. ....... 64
*Resolution 2019-110: Authorizing The Contract With Barton And Loguidice As The Engineering Consultants
On The Bridge-NY Grant On Cemetery Road Over Trumansburg Creek ........................................................... 65
*Resolution 2019-111: Budget Modifications .................................................................................................. 66
*Resolution 2019-112: Approval Of Revised Recreation Partnership By-Laws .............................................. 66
*Resolution 2019-113: Clarifying Benefits For The Appointed Highway Superintendent. .............................. 67
*Resolution 2019-114: Recognition & Appreciation Of John Wertis ................................................................ 67
*Resolution 2019-115: Appointment To The Ulysses Planning Board.............................................................. 68
*Resolution 2019-116: Authorizing Electrical Upgrades To Town Hall ............................................................. 68
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*Resolution 2019-117: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 68
Resolution 2019-118: Approval Of Claims ........................................................................................................ 69
JUNE 25th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ....................................................................................... 69
*Resolution 2019-119: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 69
*Resolution 2019-120: Approval Of Capital Project Bank Account .................................................................. 69
*Resolution 2019-121: Authorizing Use Of Funds From The Town Of Ulysses Capital Equipment Reserve Fund
DA878 To Purchase Highway Maintenance And Construction Equipment In 2019 ......................................... 70
*Resolution 2019-122: Budget Modification .................................................................................................... 71
*Resolution 2019-123: Designating A Liaison To The Tompkins County Transportation Council .................... 71
*Resolution 2019-124: Recognition Of Dave Reynold’s Service To The Town Of Ulysses ................................ 71
*Resolution 2019-125: Approval Of Minutes From 6/11 .................................................................................. 72
*Resolution 2019-126: No resolution, numbering error .................................................................................. 72
JULY 9th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING .......................................................................................... 72
*Resolution 2019-127: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 72
*Resolution 2019-128: Authorizing The Proposal For Professional Services With Mrb Group For Engineering
Of The Total Trihalomethanes (Tthm) Removal System In Water District #3 Group Storage Tank Project ..... 72
*Resolution 2019-129: Request Speed Limit Reduction ................................................................................... 73
*Resolution 2019-130: Appointment Of An Alternate To The Ulysses Planning Board ................................... 73
*Resolution 2019-131: Appointment Of A 2nd Alternate To The Ulysses Planning Board .............................. 74
*Resolution 2019-132: Appointment Alternate To Bza .................................................................................... 74
*Resolution 2019-133: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 74
*Resolution 2019-134: Approval Of Claims ...................................................................................................... 74
*Resolution 2019-135: Appointment Of Water Assistant ................................................................................ 75
JULY 23RD, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................................ 75
*Resolution 2019-136: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 75
*Resolution 2019-137: Approval Of Agreement With Tompkins County For Removal Of Snow And Ice On
County Roads .................................................................................................................................................... 75
*Resolution 2019-138: Condition Of County Roads ......................................................................................... 76
*Resolution 2019-139: Approval Of Contract For General Code ...................................................................... 76
*Resolution 2019-140: Declaring Surplus Equipment From The Highway Department ................................... 77
*Resolution 2019-141: Establishing The Planning Board As Lead Agency For SEQRA For The Requested CARS
Expansion .......................................................................................................................................................... 77
*Resolution 2019-142: Adopting A Wetlands Map For The Town Of Ulysses .................................................. 78
*Resolution 2019-143: Cancelling The August 27 Town Board Meeting .......................................................... 78
*Resolution 2019-144: Approval Of Minutes From 7/9/19 .............................................................................. 78
AUGUST 13th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING .................................................................................. 79
*Resolution 2019-145: Authorization For LED Streetlight Conversion ............................................................... 79
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*Resolution 2019-146: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 79
*Resolution 2019-147: Opposition To Allowing Rifles In Tompkins County ..................................................... 79
*Resolution 2019-148: Support For A County-Wide Water Quality Staff Person............................................. 79
*Resolution 2019-149: Request For Speed Limit Reduction On Rabbit Run Road ........................................... 80
*Resolution 2019-150: Support For Transitioning Municipal Recreation Program From The Village Of
Trumansburg To The Town Of Ulysses .............................................................................................................. 80
*Resolution 2019-151: Authorizing The Town Supervisor To Sign The Grant Agreement (Project Number
18271) With New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation ................................................................. 81
*Resolution 2019-152: Approval Of A Water District #3 Captial Project Bank Account .................................. 82
*Resolution 2019-153: Setting A Public Hearing On Local Law # __ Of 2019: To Override The Tax Levy Limit
Established In General Municipal Law §3-C ...................................................................................................... 82
*Resolution 2019-154: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 83
*Resolution 2019-155: Approval Of Budget Modifications .............................................................................. 84
*Resolution 2019-156: Approval Of Claims ...................................................................................................... 84
SEPTEMBER 10th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ............................................................................ 84
*Resolution 2019-157: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 84
*Resolution 2019-158: Local Law # 2 Of 2019: To Override The Tax Levy Limit Established In General
Municipal Law §3-C ........................................................................................................................................... 85
*Resolution 2019-159: Official Map For Town Of Ulysses ................................................................................ 86
*Resolution 2019-160: Inter-Fund Loan From DA Fund Balance To Capital Fund HB For Seed Money For The
Cemetery Road Bridge Replacement Project .................................................................................................... 87
*Resolution 2019-161: Approval Of MOU With Village For A Recreation Director .......................................... 87
*Resolution 2019-162: Inter-Fund Loan Forgiveness B Fund, SW-1, SW-4 ..................................................... 88
*Resolution 2019-163: Cemetery Road Ownership .......................................................................................... 88
*Resolution 2019-164: Request To Re-Install The Stop Sign On Cemetery Road At The Intersection Of Falls
Road .................................................................................................................................................................. 89
*Resolution 2019-165: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 89
*Resolution 2019-166: Approval Of Claims ...................................................................................................... 89
*Resolution 2019-167: Establishing Rate Of Pay For Transitional Bookkeeping .............................................. 90
SEPTEMBER 13th, 2019: SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING ............................................................................... 90
*Resolution 2019-168: Appointment Of Bookkeeper ....................................................................................... 90
SEPTEMBER 24th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ............................................................................ 91
*Resolution 2019-169: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 91
*Resolution 2019-170: Relevy Of Water District 3 Delinquent Water Charges................................................ 91
*Resolution 2019-171: Appreciation Of Tom Major ......................................................................................... 91
*Resolution 2019-172: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 92
OCTOBER 8th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING .................................................................................. 92
*Resolution 2019-173: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ....................................................................................... 92
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*Resolution 2019-174: State Environmental Quality Review Act Declaration Of Lead Agency For A Local Law
To Amend The Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law .................................................................................................... 92
*Resolution 2019-175: Appointment Of A Bookkeeper ................................................................................... 94
*Resolution 2019-176: Adoption Of 2020 Preliminary Budget And Setting Of Public Hearing ........................ 94
*Resolution 2019-177: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................... 94
*Resolution 2019-178: Approval Of Claims ...................................................................................................... 95
OCTOBER 22nd, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ................................................................................ 95
*Resolution 2019-179: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ...................................................................................... 95
*Resolution 2019-180: Approval Of The 2020 Budget For The Town Of Ulysses ............................................. 95
*Resolution 2019-181: State Environmental Quality Review Act: Re-Declaration Of Lead Agency For A Local
Law To Repeal And Replace Chapter 212 Of The Town Of Ulysses Code (Zoning Law) .................................... 96
*Resolution 2019-182: Introducing And Setting A Public Hearing On A Local Law Repealing In Its Entirety The
Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law As Adopted By Local Law Number 3 Of 2013 Amended From Time To Time, And
Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of Ulysses, And In Its Place Adopting A New Zoning Law97
*Resolution 2019- 183: Waiving Marriage License Fees For Active Duty Military ........................................... 98
*Resolution 2019-184: Setting A Joint Public Hearing For The Fire Protection District Of The Towns Of
Ulysses, Hector And Covert ............................................................................................................................... 98
*Resolution 2019-185: Adopting A Policy For Mailbox Replacement For The Highway Department .............. 99
*Resolution 2019-186: Authorizing Review Of The Municipal Cooperative Agreement (MCA) Governing The
Town’s Participation In The Health Care Consortium ..................................................................................... 100
*Resolution 2019-187 : Approval Of Minutes ................................................................................................. 100
NOVEMBER 12th, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................... 100
*Resolution 2019-188: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ..................................................................................... 100
*Resolution 2019-189: Approval Of Budget Modifications ............................................................................ 101
*Resolution 2019-190: Approval Of The Claims ............................................................................................. 102
*Resolution 2019-191: Approving The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of Trumansburg
(MOTION FAILED) ............................................................................................................................................ 102
*Resolution 2019-192: Approving The Ambulance Services Contract With The Village Of Trumansburg ..... 103
*Resolution 2019-193: Approval Of 12-Month CD Investment ...................................................................... 103
*Resolution 2019-194: Appointment To The Planning Board ........................................................................ 104
*Resolution 2019-195: Appointment Of Search Committee For Recreation Director ................................... 105
*Resolution 2019-196: Approval Of Contract With Taitem Engineering ........................................................ 105
*Resolution 2019-197: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................. 106
*Resolution 2019-198: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................. 106
NOVEMBER 26th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ........................................................................... 106
*Resolution 2019-199: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ..................................................................................... 106
*Resolution 2019-200: SEQRA Negative Declaration Of Significance For The Adoption Of Local Law # __ Of
20--__, A Local Law Repealing In Its Entirety The Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law As Adopted By Local Law
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Number 3 Of 2013 Amended From Time To Time, And Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of
Ulysses And Its Place Adopting A New Zoning Law ......................................................................................... 107
*Resolution 2019-201: Approving The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of Trumansburg . 108
*Resolution 2019-202: Acknowledging A New Highway Employee ............................................................... 109
*Resolution 2019-203: Designation Of A Representative To The Tompkins County Environmental
Management Council ...................................................................................................................................... 109
*Resolution 2019-204: Town Board Meeting Of December 24, 2019 ............................................................ 109
*Resolution 2019-205: Appointment Of Search Committee Member For Recreation Director .................... 110
*Resolution 2019-206: Set 2020 Organizational Meeting Date ..................................................................... 110
*Resolution 2019-207: Authorization To Move Forward On Asset Database Development ......................... 110
*Resolution 2019-208: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................. 111
DECEMBER 10th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING ............................................................................ 111
*Resolution 2019-209: Approval Of Meeting Agenda ..................................................................................... 111
*Resolution 2019-210: Authorization To Acquire Hazardous Material Survey Services ................................ 112
*Resolution 2019-211: Local Law #3 Of 2019 Repealing In Its Entirety The Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law As
Adopted By Local Law Number 3 Of 2013 Amended From Time To Time, And Codified As Chapter 212 Of The
Laws Of The Town Of Ulysses, And In Its Place Adopting A New Zoning Law ................................................ 112
*Resolution 2019-212: Appointments Of Members Of Various Town Of Ulysses Boards And Advisory
Committees For 2020 ...................................................................................................................................... 118
*Resolution 2019-213: Authorization To Sign Conflict Of Interest Document ............................................... 118
*Resolution 2019-214: Cancellation Of Rescheduled Meeting ...................................................................... 118
*Resolution 2019-215: Recognizing Councilperson Hertzler For His Service ................................................. 119
*Resolution 2019-216: Approval Of Comments On The Health Consortium’s Municipal Cooperation
Agreement....................................................................................................................................................... 119
*Resolution 2019-217: Authorization To Sign Bank Agreement..................................................................... 119
*Resolution 2019-218: Approval Of Minutes.................................................................................................. 120
*Resolution 2019-219: Approval Of Budget Modifications ............................................................................ 120
*Resolution 2019-220: Approval Of The Claims ............................................................................................. 121
JANUARY 9TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-1: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for Jan. 8, 2019 with the additions of an
Executive Session for medical and personnel issues; and the agreement with the Village of Trumansburg for
access to Salo Drive and its parking area.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-2: Approval Of The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of
Trumansburg
WHEREAS, a fire protection district known as “the Fire Protection District of the Towns of Ulysses, Hector and
Covert” (hereafter referred to as “the Fire Protection District”) has been duly established in the said towns;
and
WHEREAS, the Fire Protection District encompasses the following territory in the Town of Ulysses: All of the
Town of Ulysses, excepting the area within the limits of the incorporated Village of Trumansburg; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg (hereafter referred to as “the Village”) maintains a volunteer fire
department, with adequate and suitable apparatus, equipment and training for the furnishing of fire
protection services within the Fire Protection District; and
WHEREAS, Town Law §184 permits a town to contract with a village which maintains adequate and suitable
apparatus and appliances for the furnishing of fire protection services in such fire protection district; and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to contract with the Village of Trumansburg to provide fire protection services in
the Fire Protection District; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing as required by §184 of the Town Law was duly advertised on December 19, 2018
and was held on January 8, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Ulysses Town Hall,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby approves and authorizes execution of the attached Agreement
between the Village and the Town, whereby the Village will provide the Town with fire protection capable of
responding to fire related and health related emergencies on an ongoing basis within the Fire Protection
District, for the period from January 1, 2019 until December 31, 2019. And be it further
RESOLVED that pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $228,645 for such
services, on or before March 1, 2019, and be it further
RESOLVED that the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement on
behalf of the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-3: Amending Section 510 Of The Personnel Policy Of The Town Of Ulysses
- Non-Medical Leave Of Absence
WHEREAS the current Personnel Policy for the Town of Ulysses does not address if an employee may ask for
and be granted a non-medical leave of absence without pay.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Personnel Policy sections 510 is amended as presented and edited at the 1/8/2019
meeting. (See Appendix A for policy amendment).
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Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
DISCUSSION: The board discussed whether an employee should exhaust vacation benefits first and whether
the policy is too open-ended.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-4: 2019 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Contract With The Village Of
Trumansburg
WHEREAS, the Town Board established the Town of Ulysses Ambulance District by resolution adopted on
March 12, 2013; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Town Law §198(10-f) (a) (ii) and (iii), the Town Board is authorized to contract with a
municipal corporation on behalf of an ambulance district for provision of ambulance services; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg (hereafter referred to as “The Village”), a municipal corporation,
maintains an ambulance department with a basic and advanced life support transporting ambulance service;
and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to provide ambulance services to its residents in the Town of Ulysses Ambulance
District; and
WHEREAS, such emergency services are vital and necessary to the health and welfare of the inhabitants of the
Town; and
WHEREAS, in joint cooperation as contemplated by General Municipal Law 122-b, the Town and the Village
wish to cooperate to provide an ambulance service to persons situated in the Town of Ulysses Ambulance
District;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, on behalf of the Town of Ulysses Ambulance District, hereby approves
and authorizes execution of the attached Agreement between the Village and the Town, whereby the Village
will provide the Town with basic and advanced life support emergency medical ambulance services, which
complies with the regulations of the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical
Services to serve the emergency medical needs of those persons within the boundaries of the Town of Ulysses
Ambulance District. Services to be provided include Basic Life Support transport and treatment and arranging
for or providing Advanced Life Support Treatment. And be it further
RESOLVED that pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $401,031 for such
services, for the period 1/1/19 through 12/31/19, paid on or before February 15, 2019, and be it further
RESOLVED that the actual cost to town taxpayers is reduced by ambulance billing revenue at rates adopted
periodically by the Town Board, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to Town Law §198(11), the Agreement shall be executed by the
signatures of a majority of the members of the Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
AMENDMENT:
Ms. Zahler moved to change in the 2nd resolved to Feb. 15 rather than March 1. This was seconded by Ms.
Thomas and passed unanimously.
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VOTE on main motion:
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-5: Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With The Village Of
Trumansburg For Salo Habitat Parking Area
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses purchased the Salo Habitat parcels to allow Village and Town residents and
visitors to access a natural area with boundaries that include an entry located on Salo Drive in the Village of
Trumansburg and
WHEREAS, the Town desires to create a small parking area within the Village's right-of-way on Salo Drive and
WHEREAS, the Village has drafted an agreement that outlines the terms and conditions under which it would
allow the Town to create and maintain a parking area within the Village's right-of-way on Salo Drive and
WHEREAS, the Attorney for the Town has reviewed the agreement and recommended several minor changes
incorporated into the attached agreement tonight, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Town Board authorizes Supervisor Elizabeth Thomas to enter into an
agreement with the Village of Trumansburg with minor changes if needed to create a parking area within the
Village right-of-way to be used to access the Salo Habitat recreational land.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-6: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from 12/11/18.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-7: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the following budget modifications:
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A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A5410.4 Sidewalk CE INCREASE $450.00
To increase budget for excess needed to cover year end bills
A1320.4 Auditor CE DECREASE $450.00
Budget available
A5132.4 HIGHWAY BARN CE INCREASE $1,800.00
To increase budget for excess needed to cover year end bills
A1320.4 Auditor CE DECREASE $1,800.00
Budget available
B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
B3310.4 Traffic Control CE INCREASE $475.00
To fund new budget line for cost of house number signs
B1990.4 Contingency DECREASE $475.00
Budget available - $4,202.00 would remain in the B fund Contingency Account
SW3 FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
SW3-8340.4 WATER TRANSPORT & DISTR
CE
INCREASE $750.00
To cover projected overage through end of year
SW3-8330.4 WATER PURIFICATION CE DECREASE $750.00
Budget available
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-8: Approval Of Claims
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve payment of claims for vouchers for 2018, #611-654 in
the amount of $33,223.49; for 2019, #1-16 in the amount of $102,536.01; for a grand total of $135,759.50.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
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*Resolution 2019-9: Appointment Of Planning Board Chair
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoint Katelin Olsen as the Planning Board Chair for 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
*Resolution 2019-10: Authorizing Extension Of Medical Leave Of Absence
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorize the extension of a medical leave of absence for Bill
Conroy through March 17, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/8/19
JANUARY 10TH, 2019: TOWN BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
*Resolution 2019-11: Dates Of Meetings
BE IT RESOLVED, the Regular Monthly Board meetings of the Ulysses Town Board will be held on the second
Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Ulysses Town Hall at 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY. A second
monthly meeting will be held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-12: Media
BE IT RESOLVED the designated news media is advised of the foregoing schedule and meeting notices will be
posted, in accordance with the Open Meetings Law, on the Town Clerk’s bulletin board and the Town website.
FURTHER RESOLVED the Ithaca Journal, a newspaper regularly published and having general circulation in the
Town, is hereby designated as the official newspaper of Town of Ulysses.
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Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-13: Minutes
BE IT RESOLVED, draft minutes of the Town Board meetings will be produced by the Town Clerk within 14 days
of the date of the meeting and sent to Town Board members for approval.
FURTHER RESOLVED in accordance with the Open Meetings Law, draft meeting minutes, clearly labeled with
the date and “DRAFT, not yet approved” will be available to the public through the Town Clerk’s Office, but not
posted on the web site until approved by the Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-14: Mileage
BE IT RESOLVED mileage at a rate of $0.58 cents per mile, based on the 2019 IRS standard mileage rate, shall
be paid to Town Officials and employees for use of their personal vehicles for Town Business and that such
mileage shall be reported on the official town form (available from the Town Clerk).
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-15: Petty Cash
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Clerk and the Court Clerk’s petty cash funds are each $300 for 2019.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-16: Crime Coverage
BE IT RESOLVED that the following crime insurance coverage through NYMIR for Town officials, appointees
and employees is hereby approved:
Money inside premises $100,000 ($1,000 deductible) Money outside premises $100,000 ($1,000 deductible)
Forgery and alteration $100,000 ($1,000 deductible) Employee Theft - Per Loss $50,000 ($2,500 deductible)
Excess Coverage:
Deputy Supervisor $650,000 Supervisor $650,000
Tax Collector/Town Clerk $650,000 Deputy Town Clerk $650,000 Bookkeeper $650,000
Includes Faithful Performance
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-17: Financial Report
BE IT RESOLVED that an annual financial report be presented to the Town Clerk within 30 days of the end of
the fiscal year as required by Town Law Section 29(10). In lieu of the financial report, the Supervisor is hereby
authorized to submit to the Town Clerk, within 60 days after the close of the fiscal year, a copy of the annual
update document (AUD) to the State Comptroller, and that the Town Clerk shall cause a summary thereof to
be published in accordance with the law (Town Law Section 29(10-a)). If the state comptroller approves a 60-
day extension of the AUD, the Supervisor’s time for filing a copy of the AUD with the Town Clerk is also
extended.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
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Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-18: Financial Reconciliations
BE IT RESOLVED the Town follow the 2013 recommendation of auditor Insero and Company to have the
Supervisor or Bookkeeper review the reconciliation of the Town Clerk’s bank statements and the Town Clerk’s
office review the reconciliation of the Supervisor’s bank statements in order to safeguard the town’s finances.
This shall be done at least quarterly and the results shall be reported quarterly to the Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-19: Financial Institutions
BE IT RESOLVED the Tompkins Trust Company is designated as depository, in which the Supervisor, Town Clerk,
Justices, and other employees by virtue of their offices, shall deposit all monies coming into their hands and,
FURTHER RESOLVED the Town investments can be made at other banks and institutions as outlined in the
Towns investment policy. The Town investment policy shall be reviewed and approved by the Town Board
periodically and revised as necessary.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-20: Financial Audit
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses will perform an audit of the 2018 financials for the Town
Court, Town Supervisor and Town Clerk on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 8am.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
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Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-21: Procurement Policy
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Procurement policy as adopted on November 17, 2010 is the ruling document
for purchases.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-22: Establishment Of Pay Periods And Salaries
BE IT RESOLVED the Town Board hereby establishes the following payroll periods:
Bi-weekly: (27 pay periods in 2019)
Town Supervisor, Highway Superintendent, Town Clerk, Justices, Deputy Town Clerk, Deputy Highway
Superintendent, Deputy Supervisor, Highway Department Staff, Bookkeeper, Code Enforcement Officer,
Zoning Officer, Planning and Zoning Staff, Court Clerk, Temporary student and other employees, part-time
Clerical, Administrative, and Support staff, Water Department staff
Monthly: Councilpersons
Annually: Historian, Planning Board, Board of Zoning Appeals
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-23: Pay Rates
Resolved that the pay rates for 2019 are as follows (updated from the 12/11/18 meeting):
Position Annual Salary Hourly rate if
applicable
Town Board
Councilperson 4,681 each -
Supervisor
Supervisor 18,417 -
Budget Officer 17,033 -
Bookkeeper 52,997 -
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Clerk
Town Clerk 54,650 -
Deputy Town Clerk 20.00
2nd Deputy Town Clerk 16.48
Court
Town Justice 18,143 each -
Court Clerk 45,321 -
Planning, Zoning, Building
Enforcement Officer for Building Code 30,679 -
Deputy Enforcement Officer 21.63
Zoning Officer 30,079 -
Planner 30,079 -
Planning and Zoning Clerk 16.48-19.57
Planning and BZA Chairs 225 each -
Planning and BZA Members 125 each -
Highway
Highway Superintendent 60,010 -
Deputy Highway Superintendent - 21.75
Highway Machine Equipment Operator - 21.50 – 22.00
Seasonal Highway - 15.00 – 22.54
Water
MEO/Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker 22.25
Distribution Operator Assistant/Laborer 21.75
History
Historian 1,576 -
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-24: Time Records
BE IT RESOLVED all hourly employees shall turn in a Town of Ulysses time card by the end of the last day of the
pay period. Salaried employees and eligible elected officials wishing to participate in the town’s benefits
programs according to the Personnel Policy shall report time used for vacation, sick time, holiday or other time
off on a Town of Ulysses time card to maintain accurate records of benefit time used. No pay will be issued
without a time card that has been signed by the employee and employee’s supervisor and submitted to the
Bookkeeper. If the employee is submitting the time card electronically to the Bookkeeper, the Department
Head / Employee Supervisor must give electronic approval as part of the time card submission. Salaried and
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hourly employees (non-elected) should use this time card to submit sick, vacation, holiday and personal time
off. It is the responsibility of the employee’s supervisor to assure the time card is accurate.
FURTHER RESOLVED that to maintain accountability of all employees who work for the town, and to clarify
supervisory roles, the following listing specifies employee supervisors. Each employee supervisor is responsible
for approving time cards (if required), vacation, personal, sick days and compensation time used by each
employee. Time off for each employee must be reported to Bookkeeper who will maintain records. Elected
officials must have the Town Supervisor or other Town Board member sign their time card.
Employee Employee Supervisor Hours/ Week
Town Supervisor Town Board 30
Highway Superintendent Town Supervisor or Town Board 40
Town Clerk Town Supervisor or Town Board 40
Deputy Town Clerk Town Clerk 30
Court Clerk Town Justices 40
Bookkeeper Town Supervisor 40
Enforcement Officer for Building Code Town Supervisor 23
Deputy Enforcement Officer Enforcement Officer 5
Zoning Officer/Planner Town Supervisor 40
Planning and Zoning Clerk Zoning Officer/Planner various
Deputy Highway Superintendent Highway Superintendent 40 (combined)
Highway Machine Equip. Operators Highway Superintendent 40/ various
Highway Laborer Highway Superintendent various
Water Dist. & Maintenance Operator Highway Superintendent 40 (combined)
Water District Laborer Water Dist. and Maintenance Operator 40 (combined)
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-25: Town Board Member Liaisons
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board makes the following liaison appointments and requests that each
appointee report to the Town Board at least annually:
2018 2019
A. Highway Department Mr. Boggs Mr. Boggs
B. Personnel Ms. Thomas, Ms. Zahler (alternate) Ms. Thomas, Ms. Zahler (alternate)
C. Planning Board and BZA Mr. Goldman & Mr. Boggs Mr. Goldman, Mr. Boggs (alternate)
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D. Fire Department Mr. Boggs, Mr. Hertzler (alternate) Mr. Boggs, Mr. Hertzler (alternate)
E. Town Court Ms. Thomas Ms. Thomas
F. Trumansburg Ulysses Youth
Commission
Ms. Zahler Ms. Zahler
G. Village EMS & EMS Billing
Oversight Committee
Mr. Boggs, Ms. Zahler Mr. Boggs, Ms. Zahler
H. Agricultural Committee Ms. Zahler, Mr. Boggs (alternate) Ms. Zahler, Mr. Boggs (alternate)
I. Town Hall Maintenance Mr. Boggs Mr. Boggs
J. Sustainability Committee Mr. Hertzler, Ms. Zahler (alternate) Ms. Zahler
K. Trumansburg Village Board of
Trustees
Ms. Zahler Ms. Zahler
L. Records Advisory Board Ms. Thomas Ms. Thomas
M. Safety Committee Mr. Boggs/Ms. Zahler (alternate)
Mr. Boggs/Ms. Zahler (alternate)
N. Union negotiations Mr. Goldman, Ms. Zahler Mr. Goldman, Ms. Zahler
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-26: Town Board Appointments
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board makes the following appointments and request that each appointee
report to the Town Board at least annually:
2018 2019
A. TCCOG Emergency
Management
Mr. Boggs, Mr. Hertzler Mr. Boggs, Ms. Zahler (alternate)
B. Health Consortium Board Mr. Goldman, Ms. Zahler
(alternate)
Mr. Goldman, Ms. Zahler
(alternate)
C. Planning Board Chairperson David Blake Katelin Olsen
D. Board of Zoning Appeals
Chairperson
Robert Howarth Robert Howarth
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E. Clerk for Board of Zoning
Appeals
Louis DiPietro Louis DiPietro
F. Clerk for Planning Board Maria Barry Maria Barry
G. Tompkins County
Environmental Mgmt Council
Cait Darfler, Ms. Thomas
(alternate)
Cait Darfler, Ms. Thomas
(alternate)
H. Tompkins County Water
Resources Council (WRC)
N/A (no appt at this time)
I. Tompkins County
Stormwater Coalition
Darby Kiley/John Zepko John Zepko
J. Stormwater Officer Darby Kiley/John Zepko John Zepko
K. Trumansburg Ulysses Youth
Commission Reps
Sharon Bilotta, (vacant) Sharon Bilotta, Reanna Lavine
L. Rec Partnership rep. Durand VanDoren, Ms. Zahler
(alternate)
Ms. Zahler
M. Tompkins County Youth
Services Board
Pete Angie Pete Angie
N. Ithaca/Tompkins County
Transportation Council Planning &
Policy Committees
Darby Kiley (no appt at this time)
O. Tompkins County Council of
Governments
Ms. Thomas & Ms. Zahler
(alternate)
Ms. Thomas & Ms. Zahler
(alternate)
P. Tompkins County Area
Development
N/A (no appt at this time)
Q. Fair Board liaison Mr. Hertzler Mr. Hertzler
R. Historian John Wertis John Wertis
S. Tompkins County Animal
Control
Ms. Thomas, Ms. Parlato (alt) Ms. Thomas, Ms. Parlato (alt)
T. Cayuga Lake Water Shed
Intermunicipal Org. (IO)
Mr. Boggs, Darby Kiley Mr. Boggs
U. Chamber of Commerce Ms. Zahler/ Mr. Goldman
(alternate)
Ms. Zahler/ Mr. Goldman
(alternate)
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
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Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-27: Highway- Shared Service Agreements
WHEREAS, Highway Law #142-d allows co-operative agreements for highway services and sharing of labor,
equipment and supplies; and
WHEREAS, General Municipal Law Article 5-G allows and encourages municipal co-operations, by joint or
contract basis, performance of powers and duties among themselves; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed beneficial to the Town of Ulysses to allow for shared highway agreements of
equipment and services with other nearby municipal highway departments;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor pursuant to
Highway Law #283 to enter into agreements for shared services and equipment with other municipalities and
authorize, within existing budget constraints, the Town’s Highway Superintendent pursuant to Highway Law
#284 to take such action to implement said agreements consistent with Town highway needs and availability,
and maintain sufficient liability coverage to protect the town in such joint efforts.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-28: Planning Board And Board Of Zoning Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board has appointed the following Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals
with staggered annual appointments. Members whose terms expire in 2018 may be either replaced or
reappointed. The following members being reappointed for 2019:
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Name/phone/email Address Date
Appointed
Date of Oath Term Expiration
ROBERT HOWARTH, Chair Phone: 387-3318
howarth@cornell.edu
(Chair appts are for one year)
4124 Reynolds road
Trumansburg NY 14886
1/7/2015 2/18/2015 12/31/19
CHERYL THOMPSON Phone: 387-4123
cherylthompsonarchitect@gmail.com
3112 Perry City Road
Trumansburg NY 14886
1/4/2018 1/23/2018 12/31/22
STEPHEN MORREALE Phone: 387-3816
Sjm11@cornell.edu
5360 Pine Ridge Road
Trumansburg NY 14886
12/9/2014 1/28/2015 12/31/20
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DAVID TYLER
387-3484
Datyler123@gmail.com
49 Elm Street
Trumansburg, NY 14886
2/27/18 3/16/2018 12/31/21
ANDREW HILLMAN Phone: 351-7085
andrew.hillman@davey.com
3315 Swamp College Road
Trumansburg NY
1/10/19 12/31/23
(ALTERNATE)
(vacant)
12/31/19
LOUIS DIPIETRO (Clerk) Phone: (716)307-2096
Dipietro.louis@gmail.com
88 W. Main St.
Trumansburg NY 14886
1/10/19 12/31/19
PLANNING BOARD
(5 year term)
JOHN WERTIS Phone : 387- 4331
BWWFarmtoday@aol.com
8144 Searsburg Rd.
Trumansburg, NY 14886
12/9/2014 1/8/2015 12/31/2019
KATELIN OLSON, Chair
Phone: 882-0002
keo24@cornell.edu
8011 Falls Road
Trumansburg NY 14886
3/13/18 3/16/18 12/31/2020
JONATHAN FERRARI
Phone: (971)645-1543
jonaferrari@gmail.com
16 Cayuga Street
Trumansburg NY 14886
2/27/18 2/29/18 12/31/2022
STEVEN MANLEY
Phone: (301)580-3208
Smanley02@hotmail.com
1056 Kraft Rd.
Ithaca NY 14850
1/10/19 12/31/2021
REBECCA SCHNEIDER Phone: (607)387-3816
rls11@cornell.edu
5630 Pine Ridge Rd
Trumansburg, NY 14886
1/10/19 12/31/23
(ALTERNATE) (vacant)
12/31/19
MARIA BARRY (Clerk)
Phone: 387-3615
Mbarry219@aol.com
91 East Main St.
Trumansburg NY 14886
1/10/19 12/31/19
Mr. Hertzler arrived at this time (8:58am)
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler abstain
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-29: Attorney
BE IT RESOLVED that the Attorney for the Town be Khandikile Sokoni of True, Walsh & Sokoni, LLP and that that
they be consulted in accordance with the Retainer Agreement with the Town of Ulysses.
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Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-30: Town Highway Department Hours Of Operation
BE IT RESOLVED that the hours for the Town Highway Department, set by the Town Highway Superintendent,
are 7am-3:30pm from Nov.1 to March 31 and 6:30am-3pm from April 1 to Oct. 31.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-31: Policies
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses has adopted policies for a Code of Ethics, Personnel and Benefits,
Procurement, Claims, Meeting Rules and Procedures, Investment, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing,
Planning Board and Zoning Board Attendance and Training, Records Management and Emergency
Preparedness. The Town Clerk shall provide to each newly elected official and to any other elected or
appointed official or employee these policies, and any other planning documents or local laws upon request
and these documents shall be also be maintained on the internal part of the town website. Each employee and
elected or appointed official shall sign the Code of Ethics form within a month of taking office to document
that they have reviewed and understand the policy.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019 32: Records Management Officer
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses appoints the Town Clerk, Carissa Parlato as Records Management
Officer with the backup Records Management Officer of Sarah Koski. The Town Board shall be notified of
Freedom of Information Requests.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-33: Gifts
BE IT RESOLVED that in accordance with the New York State Constitutional prohibition against gifts by
municipalities as described in Article III, Section 1, the Town of Ulysses will not give donations, or other gifts of
recognition for service (retirement, annual appreciation, or otherwise) to any organizations, volunteers, or
other individuals in the employment of the Town or otherwise providing service to the Town or the
community. The Town may, however, hold recognition events and provide refreshments.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-34: Approval Of 2019 Fee & Penalty Schedule
RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the following fees & penalties for 2019:
FEE SCHEDULE:
Planning & Zoning:
ZONING: reference
Development District $250 + costs Res. 2007-36
Re-zoning $250 + costs Res. 2007-36
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: reference
Variance $150. (includes legal ad) LL 2 of 2015
PLANNING BOARD:
Subdivison- Simple $50.00 Res. 2007-36
Subdivison- Minor (3 lots) $150.00 Res. 2007-36
Subdivison- Major (4 or more lots) $300.00 Res. 2007-36
Site Plan Review- Residential $100 + costs LL 2 of 2015
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Site Plan Review- Commercial $200. + costs LL 2 of 2015
Site Plan requiring Special Permit $250.00 LL 2 of 2015
OTHER PLANNING & ZONING: reference
SWPPP Review 3 $100+ engineering and Soil & Water
Conservation Service Fees
Res. 2007-36
Copies of Comprehensive Plan, Zoning
Local Law, Farmland Protection Plan,
etc.
$15/copy of plan LL 2 of 2015
SWPPP Review 3 $100+ engineering and Soil & Water
Conservation Service Fees
Res. 2007-36
Building/Code:
OPERATING PERMITS fee reference
Operating Permit $75.00 LL 2 of 2015
Fireworks display $150.00 Res. 8/18/10
Special Event Operating Permit- for
events with 2000 or more in attendance
$150/each day of event Res. 2019-32
Special Event Operating Permit- for
events with under 2000 in attendance
$50/each day of event Res. 2019-32
BUILDING PERMITS fee reference
1 & 2 Family Residences, includes
finished basements
$.30/sq ft or
$3/thousand, whichever is greater.
Res. 2018-25
Unfinished basements $.15/sq ft. Res. 2019-32
Multiple dwelling/Multi-residential $225 + $3/K Res. 2007-36
Commercial bldgs., bridges, tanks, and
towers
$425 + $4/K Res. 2007-36
Alterations, renovations, additions, pools $75 + 3/K LL 2 of 2015
Accessory Building- separate from a main
building
$55 + $3/K Res. 2007-36
Accessory Building – attached to 1 & 2
family residence
$0.30/sq. ft. Res. 2018-25
Building Permit Renewal Half existing building permit fee Res. 2016-64
Any building begun without a valid
building permit
Double normal fee. Res. 2018-25
Solar, wind or alt. energy permit-
RESIDENTIAL
$75.00 LL 3 of 2015
Solar, wind or alt. energy permit-
COMMERCIAL
$75 + 3/K LL 3 of 2015
Sign permit $50.00 LL 2 of 2015
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Woodstove or heating unit $50.00 LL 2 of 2015
Demolition $2/K ($65 min) Res. 2007-36
Fire Inspection (includes one re-
inspection if necessary)
$50/inspection Res. 2018-25
Additional Fire Inspections (if more than
2 are necessary beyond initial
inspection(s))
$50/inspection Res. 2018-25
Clerk:
DOG FEES: reference
Dog license/renewal (spayed/neutered) $13.50 LL2 of 2015
Dog license/renewal (not spayed/neutered) $20.50 LL2 of 2015
New dog tag $3.00 LL2 of 2015
Purebred license (5-20 purebred dogs) $100.00 LL2 of 2015
Purebred license (21 or more purebred dogs) $200.00 LL2 of 2015
Dog impoundment fee $25 for the first
offense, $50 for the
second offense, $75
for the third offense
Res. 2019-32
Dog enumeration fee $5.00 Res. 12/14/10 (LL3 of 2010)
OTHER CLERK FEES: reference
Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate $10.00 set by NYS
Marriage license $40.00 LL1 of 1980
Games of Chance license $50.00 set by NYS
Hunting Licenses (varies by license) set by NYS
Handicap Parking no fee set by NYS
Returned check fee $20.00 The maximum allowed by NYS
Water:
PERMITS: reference
Plumbing permit (up to 5 inspections) $240.00 LL 2 of 2015
New contractor registration $15.00 Res. 9/15/03
TAPS:
Main tap (Standard household tap) $207 LL 2 of 2015
>1" tap Current cost + 2 hrs.
labor
LL 2 of 2015
METERS:
Standard household $186.00 Res. 2019-32
Meter: pit type $186 LL 2 of 2015
Meter: pit type >3/4" current cost + 2 hrs. labor LL 2 of 2015
Frosted meter replacement cost of meter + 1 hr.
LL 2 of 2015
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BACKFLOW/CROSS CONNECTION: reference
Annual backflow admin fee $32/first device;
$16/additional
Based on contract with Bolton
Point
Backflow application review $80.00 Res. 9/15/03
Backflow certification inspection $72.00 Based on contract with Bolton
Point
Backflow Inspection $72.00 Res. 2007-36
WATER SALES: reference
Water sales (Districts 3 and 4) $7.59/1000 gallons Based on Town of Ithaca’s 2019
water price
Bulk water sales $7.59/1000 gallons Based on Town of Ithaca’s 2019
water price
PENALTIES:
Activity Penalty Resolution/Law Notes
OPERATING PERMITS
Penalty for failure to apply for Special Permit- 1st
offense $1,000.00 LL#1 of 2010
Penalty for failure to apply for Special Permit- 2nd
offense $2,000.00 LL#1 of 2011
CODE (Building and Zoning)
Code violation No less than $100/day and no
greater than $250/day for
each day of violation, in
addition to penalties
prescribed by state law LL1 of 2016
PLANNING BOARD
Non-Compliance
$100/day and/or Stop Work
Order Res. 2007-36
STORM WATER
Storm sewers- 1st offense
up to $500 and/or
imprisonment up to 15 days LL1 of 2012
each day
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 149-14D
Storm sewers- 2nd offense up to $1000 and/or
imprisonment up to 15 days LL1 of 2012
Stormwater Mgmt and Erosion Sediment Control- 1st
offense
up to $350 and/or
imprisonment up to 6 days LL1 of 2012
each week
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 156-13D
Stormwater Mgmt and Erosion Sediment Control- 2nd
offense $350-700 and/or
imprisonment up to 6 months LL1 of 2012
each week
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 156-13D
Stormwater Mgmt and Erosion Sediment Control- 3rd
offense $700-1000 and/or
imprisonment up to 6 months LL1 of 2012
each week
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 156-13D
STREETS AND SIDEWALKS
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To keep the Town highway rights-of-way free
from obstruction for the convenience of the
public in general and Town vehicles and school
buses in particular, this article is enacted to
regulate parking and other obstructions on the
Town highways.
up to $250 and/or
imprisonment up to 15 days
Ordinance 8-
14-84
each day
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 164-4
DOG LAW
Violation of dog law- 1st offense >=$25.00 LL2 of 2010
Violation of dog law- 2nd offense >= $50.00 LL2 of 2010
Violation of dog law- 3rd and any subsequent offenses
>= $75.00 or imprisonment <= 5
days for each LL2 of 2010
Any person who intentionally refuses, withholds, or
denies a person, because he or she is accompanied by
an on-duty police work dog, working search, war, or
detection dog, any accommodations, facilities, or
privileges.
$200 for the first violation and up
to $400 for each subsequent
violation. LL2 of 2010
section 66-17
in GC
WATER
Water bill late fee (penalty) 10% Res. 2014-67
can also shut
off water.
Late fee for new water hookup fees 5% 2017-118
any user who is found to have violated any provision
of this article, or permit or administrative order up to $1000 LL1 of 2003 GC 200-14A(4)
CIVIL PENALTIES: Any person who violates any of
the provisions of or who fails to perform any duty
imposed by this article, or any administrative
order or determination of the Superintendent
promulgated under this article, or the terms of
any permit up to $1000 LL1 of 2003
each day
constitutes a
new violation.
GC 200-
14B(1)
CRIMINAL PENALTIES: Any person who willfully
violates any provision of this article or any final
determination or administrative order of the
Water District Operator made in accordance with
this article shall be guilty of a Class A
Misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof
not less than $500 nor more
than $1,000, or imprisonment
not to exceed one year, or
both. Each offense shall be a
separate and distinct offense,
and, in the case of a
continuing offense, each day's
continuance thereof shall be
deemed a separate and
distinct offense LL1 of 2003 GC 200-14B(3)
CRIMINAL PENALTIES: Any user who knowingly
makes any false statements, representations, or
certifications in any application, record, report,
plan or other document filed or required to be
maintained pursuant to this article, or permit, or
who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders
inaccurate any monitoring device or method
required under this article shall be guilty of a
Class A Misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall
be punished by a fine of
not more than $1,000 per
violation per day or
imprisonment for not more
than one year, or both. LL1 of 2003
OTHER
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Flood damage prevention: No structure shall hereafter
be constructed, located, extended, converted, or
altered and no
land shall be excavated or filled without full
compliance with the terms of this chapter and
any other applicable regulations.
up to $250; or imprisoned up
to 15 days LL2 of 1987 GC 89-8
Radio communications protection: to prevent
interference with the countywide public safety radio
communications system which is used by emergency
service providers in this municipality and throughout
Tompkins County. up to $250 LL2 of 2007 GC 129
Watercraft 73-c of the New York
StateNavigation Law 4/13/2004 GC 205-7
Zoning No less than $100/day and no
greater than $250/day for
each day of violation, in
addition to penalties
prescribed by state law 2017-59 GC 212-4 E
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-35: Mandatory Justice Schooling
RESOLVED, that the Justices be authorized to attend training schools during the year and will be reimbursed
for approved expenses provided the funding is available.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-36: Vehicle Benefit:
RESOLVED, that because the Highway Superintendent and Water District Operator are on call 24 hours a day,
seven days a week, the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the use of town vehicles for travel to and from work,
provided they are not used for more than incidental personal use. Mileage should be recorded and submitted
to the Town Clerk annually.
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Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-37: Distribution Of Minutes
RESOLVED that once all resolutions of the Organizational Meeting are completed, the Town Board will make a
motion to accept the minutes as a whole. These minutes shall be the final minutes of the meeting and a
certified version of the complete Organizational Meeting minutes will be distributed by the Town Clerk to all
employees and elected officials within 14 days of completion and will be posted to the website.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-38: Committees Appointed By The Town Board
The following working groups or committees are appointed by the Town Board for specific purposes and may
or may not have terms of office:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS E-MAIL TERM
Sustainability &
Conservation
Advisory Board
Roxanne Marino - Chair Rmm3@cornell.edu Through 2019
Sue Poelvoorde spoel@zoom-dsl.com
Bara Hotchkiss baraHotchkiss@gmail.com
Brice Smith brice.smith@cortland.edu
Robert Oswald reo1@cornell.edu
Don Ellis don@lakepassage.com
Andy Hillman andrew.hillman@davey.com
Youth Commission Sharon Bilotta – Chair seb@fltg.net Through 2019
Reanna Lavine – Town reabug@gmail.com
John Gregory - Village jgregory@ithaca.edu
Ben Carver – Village
Trustee
Carver@trumansburg-ny.gov
Nancy Zahler – Town Board Zahler@ulysses.ny.us
Janice Johnson – County jjohnson@tompkins-co.org
Paul Pennock – School
ppennock@tburg.k12.ny.us
Agriculture Chaw Chang - Chair stickandstonefarm@gmail.com 4/12/16-12/31/18
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Committee
Greg Reynolds greynolds@glenwoodfarms.com 4/12/16-12/31/18
Krys Cail Krys.cail@gmail.com 4/12/16-12/31/18
John Gates Gates3580@gmail.com 4/12/16-12/31/19
Mark Ochs ochsconsultingllc@gmail.com 2/7/17-12/31/19
TTHM Working
Group
Stan Seltzer seltzer@ithaca.edu No Term Set
Ann DiPetta adipetta@twcny.rr.com
Diane Hillmann Metadata.maven@gmail.com
Elizabeth Thomas supervisor@ulysses.ny.us
Michael Boggs boggs@ulysses.ny.us
Safety Committee (as
required by PERMA)
Dave Reynolds (Highway) No termination date
Carissa Parlato – Safety
Coord.
Nina Thompson – HR
Michael Boggs – TB
Scott Stewart – Union
(Nancy Zahler – TB
Alternate)
Records Advisory
Board
Jeff Burns
Carissa Parlato
Liz Thomas
John Wertis
Through 2019
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
*Resolution 2019-39: Contracts
Resolved that the Town Board approves the Supervisor to enter into contracts with the following entities:
Entity Estimated Contract
Amount for 2019
Contract not to Exceed
Amount for 2019
American Legion (Assistance for Veterans) $475 $475
BAS software annual agreement for water billing $700 $1,000
BAS software annual agreement for clerk program $650 $1,000
Cemetery and Jacksonville Park Mowing $2750 & $2411 $7,000
Cleaning- Wednesdays $30/hr $30/hr
Cleaning- Weekends $20/hr; $600/month +
annual floor wax @
about $900
$20/hr; $600/month +
annual floor wax @
about $900
Community Science Institute $6,188 $6,500
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Cooperative Extension (Youth Programming) $49,007 $50,000
Engineering - MRB See 2019 rate
schedule
Not to exceed rate
schedule.
Foodnet $2,250 $2,250
Gadabout $2,000 $2,000
General Code (for annual fee only, zoning update will
be bid separately)
$1,195 $2,500
IT Services $45/hr to $80/hr $85/hr
Landscaping $65/hr $65/hr
Lifelong $1000 $1,000
Stormwater Coalition $1500 $2,000
Trumansburg Senior Citizens $850 $850
Tompkins County Recreation Partnership $8,436 $9,000
Tompkins County Animal Control $18,134 $18,300
Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts $3,500 $3,500
Trumansburg Community Recreation (can also put in
recreation reserve for future use)
$2,500 $2,500
Town Hall – Mainstay - Plumbing, electric and heating (As needed)
Tompkins County Soil & Water $1500 $1500
Ulysses Historical Society $700 $700
Ulysses Philomathic Library $12,500 $12,500
Williamson Law – Accounting Software $1,038 $1,500
Williamson Law Book- Tax Glance software program $124 $200
Village of Trumansburg Police Contract $0 $0
Village of Trumansburg Sidewalk Maintenance $29.17/hr Up to $30/hr
Winterfest $1000 $1,000
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/19
JANUARY 22ND, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-40: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for January 22, 2019 with the addition of an
Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) funding resolution, a one-time payment under the collective
bargaining agreement, budget modifications, as well as an executive session to deal with matters of
employment.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
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Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-41: Collective Bargaining Agreement One-Time Payments
WHEREAS, the 2018-2020 Labor Agreement between the Town of Ulysses and the Teamsters Local
Union 317 governs the pay rates for the Highway Department employees, and
WHEREAS, that document calls for One Time Equity payments of $870.00 to employee Steven
Manciocchi and $890.00 to employee Chris Stevenson in fiscal year 2019,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board directs the Town Bookkeeper to
process these two one-time payments on the payroll dated January 29, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-42: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the following budget modifications:
2018 A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A1110.12 Justice Clerk PS INCREASE $44.00
To cover year end payroll accrual
A1320.4 Auditor CE DECREASE $44.00
Budget available
A1220.11 Bookkeeper PS INCREASE $23.00
To cover year end payroll accrual
A1320.4 Auditor CE DECREASE $23.00
Budget available
A1220.12 Deputy Supervisor PS INCREASE $1.00
To cover year end payroll accrual
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A1320.4 Auditor CE DECREASE $1.00
Budget available
2018 B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
B3620.1 Enforcement Officer PS INCREASE $21.00
To cover year end payroll accrual
B1990.4 Contingency DECREASE $21.00
Budget available
2019 A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A1110.121 Justice Clerk Special Projects INCREASE $426.00
To fund Justice Clerk Special Projects line for 2019 PR #2
A1110.122 Deputy Justice Clerk PS DECREASE $426.00
To move budget to Special Projects line
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-43: Acceptance Of A Grant To Repair The Cemetery Road Bridge
WHEREAS, the bridge on Cemetery Road has been determined by the New York State Department of
Transportation to be in need of immediate repair; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has been granted funding from NYS DOT to repair the bridge.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to enter into a contract
with the New York State Department of Transportation for grant funding of $932,758 to repair the bridge on
Cemetery Road.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
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Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-44: Accepting The Draft Zoning For The Public To Review
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses Town Board is interested in gathering public input prior to drafting the final
version of the zoning update that will go to public hearing.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board accepts the draft zoning as discussed and edited at the Town
Board meeting on January 22, 2019 as the document to be presented to the public for review, and
RESOLVED that the Planning Consultant, the Town Planner and the Town Board will coordinate efforts to
answer questions and gather comments from the public prior to creating the final draft that will go to public
hearing.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler nay
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-45: Authorizing Spending Of Highway Funds
WHEREAS, the Town Board annually must approve expenditures for the maintenance of the roads, and
WHEREAS by law, the Town Board must approve these expenditures for highway maintenance.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the Agreement for the Expenditure of Highway Moneys as
presented by the Ulysses Highway Superintendent at the January 22, 2019 Town Board meeting
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-46: Adjustment Of Water Units Based On Assessment Code
WHEREAS, in October 2018, the Town of Ulysses updated the way equivalent dwelling units (EDU) for water
districts 3 and 4 are assigned to properties, to be based on their Tompkins County Assessment property codes,
and
WHEREAS the update changed the number of EDUs assigned to some properties based on assessment codes,
and
WHEREAS the update did not include a policy for when the EDUs would be annually assigned,
Now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board will assign EDUs based on the Tompkins County assessment property
code as of September 15 of each year. And further
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RESOLVED, that the property at 4030 Jacksonville Road (parcel number 26.-3-9.2) was incorrectly coded as a 2
dwelling unit for 2019, but is actually a single dwelling unit and thus is charged 1 EDU for 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler abstain
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
*Resolution 2019-47: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the regular meeting on 1/8/2019 and the
Organizational Meeting on 1/10/2019
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/22/19
JANUARY 25th, 2019: SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-48(a): Appointing Morris Klein To The Planning Board
Resolved that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Morris Klein as the alternate to the Ulysses Planning Board for
the year 2019, and
Resolved that the Ulysses Town Clerk shall notify Mr. Klein of the appointment, arrange for the oath of office,
and notify the Town Supervisor that both have been completed.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/25/19
FEBURARY 12th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
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*Resolution 2019-48(b): Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for February 12, 2019. Ms. Zahler requested
that an Executive Session be added to agenda for the purpose of dealing with a personnel matter related to a
specific individual.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-49: Quote To Repair Ventilation System In Town Hall
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has a grant to replace the existing heating system based on use of natural gas
with more energy efficient heat pumps based on use of electric energy, and
WHEREAS, the Town Hall ventilation system has been evaluated by numerous heating and cooling
professionals and all have deemed the existing system inefficient, and
WHEREAS replacing the old air handling system is not included in the Clean Energy Communities grant funding,
but will be necessary to do in the future, and
WHEREAS the committee working on this grant recommends the design for the new air handling system be
done in tandem with the design for the heating and cooling with heat pumps.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with Taitem
Engineers dated December 19, 2018 to design the ventilation system for the Town Hall, not to exceed $7,000.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-50: Authorizing Use Of Funds From The Town Of Ulysses Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 To Purchase Highway Maintenance And Construction
Equipment In 2019
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses by resolution adopted on November 7, 1984 established a
capital reserve fund for the purpose of funding acquisition and replacement of highway maintenance and
construction equipment and snow removal equipment (“the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund”); and
WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted the 2019 budget for the Town on October 23, 2018 and the budget calls
for the appropriation of $188,281.00 from the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 for the purpose of
purchasing highway equipment in 2019; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to General Municipal Law §6-c, an expenditure from the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund
requires authorization by the Town Board, and such authorization is subject to a permissive referendum; and
WHEREAS, the Town needs to purchase the following highway equipment: (1) a 2020 Mack Granite 64FR Truck
for $144,283.96 and (2) the associated plow equipment and accessories for $80,581.70; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of the above-referenced equipment falls within the purposes for which the Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund was established;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes the following expenditures from the Town of Ulysses Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 for the purchase of highway equipment: $144,283.96 for a 2020 Mack Granite
64FR Truck and $43,997.04 towards the purchase of the associated plow equipment and accessories for a total
of reserve funds not to exceed $188,281.00; and be it further
RESOLVED that, pursuant to General Municipal Law §6-c, this resolution is subject to a permissive referendum;
and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will post and publish notice of the permissive referendum in accordance to law
and provide a copy of such notice to the Town Supervisor.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Discussion: Mr. Hertzler asked with the additional approximately $40,000 for plow equipment will come from.
Ms. Thomas replied that the funds will come from sales tax revenue and that the Town Board has already
budgeted for the expense.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-51: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the 2/12/2019
meeting to accept a NYS grant to enable the Court to purchase new chairs for the court room.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A1110.4 Town Justice CE INCREASE $5,620.00
To cover costs associated with the Justice Court Assistance Program grant
A3021 Court Facilities – State Aid INCREASE $5,620.00
To account for additional revenue from Justice Court Assistance Program grant
Moved: Mr. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-52: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims 17 to 81 in the total amount of $723,022.15
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-53: Stating Opposition To Governor Cuomo’s Budget Eliminating Aid And
Incentives To Municipalities (AIM) Funding To Local Governments
WHEREAS, New York State has funded cities, towns and villages since the mid-1970’s with unrestricted State
aid, and since 2005 the State has funded “Aid and Incentives to Municipalities” (AIM), and
WHEREAS, AIM has assisted cities, towns and villages in offsetting the regressive property tax in these
municipalities by using more progressive revenues such as income taxes, and
WHEREAS, for decades New York State legislature has annually overridden the revenue sharing formulas
established in permanent statute
(https://www.osc.state.ny.us/localgov/pubs/research/rev_sharing.pdf), therefore disregarding their
own fiscal responsibilities to local governments, and
Whereas even before Governor Cuomo’s proposed cuts, AIM funding has been level, not accounting for any
inflation since the state’s peak funding in 1988-89, and
WHEREAS, in the Governor’s proposed 2019-2020 budget, all AIM funding has been eliminated for towns and
villages unless such aid is more that 2% of their 2017 expenditures, and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget would eliminate AIM to all of the towns and villages in Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, the proposal would eliminate $33,545 in AIM funding to the Town of Ulysses effective April 1, 2019
from the Town’s 2019 budget, funds that the town is relying on as a source of revenue for the 2019 calendar
year, and
WHEREAS, a mid-year loss of revenue will require reductions in service or transfers from the Town’s reserve
accounts to maintain important local services, and
WHEREAS, these AIM cuts will in all likelihood require INCREASES IN LOCAL PROPERTY TAXES using a
supermajority vote to override the State property tax cap.
Now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses joins the Tompkins County Council of Governments in vehemently
opposing the elimination of AIM to the towns and villages of Tompkins County, as well as other towns and
villages in New York State, and further
RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution be delivered to the Governor’s Office, representatives
Senator Thomas O’Mara and Assemblyperson Barbara Lifton, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins,
and Assembly Leader Carl Heastie, to make them fully aware of our opposition to AIM being eliminated for
most of the State’s towns and villages.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
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Discussion: Mr. Hertzler asked who would receive this resolution? Ms. Zahler responded that this would be
sent to legislators who will vote on the State budget. Mr. Hertzler is concerned that they may not understand
our concern because of the length of the resolution. Ms. Zahler explained it was based on the resolution
passed by the Tompkins County Council of Governments and that our state representatives were already very
familiar with the proposal and aware of municipal opposition and that the title succinctly states the issue so
that staff will be able to brief the legislators on the issue and our position.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-54: Acknowledging The Audit Of The Justice Courts Was Completed
WHEREAS NYS requires an annual audit of the finances of the Ulysses Town Justice Courts, either as an internal
audit by Town Board members or by an auditing firm,
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Board acknowledges an internal audit of the Ulysses Justice Courts was
completed by Town Board members on January 25, 2019, and further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will submit a certified copy of this resolution along with the results of the audit
to the NYS Office of Court Administration.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
*Resolution 2019-55: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the special meeting on 1/18 and regular
meeting on 1/22 and special meeting to audit the books on 1/25.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
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*Resolution 2019-56: Appointment Of Planning Board Alternate:
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Planning Board has a vacancy in the one-year alternate seat and
WHEREAS, Morris Klein has expressed interest in the position and has related experience and
WHEREAS, representatives of the Planning Board and Town Board have interviewed and endorsed Mr. Klein,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board appoint Morris Klein as the alternate on the Ulysses Planning Board
for a term ending December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 02/12/19
FEBURARY 26, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-57: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for February 26, 2019 with the deletion of
the approval of the laundry contract; and the additions of approving a new member to Salo Habitat Committee
and a budget modification.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-58: Support For Grant Application To Improve Jacksonville Park
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses supports the Jacksonville Community Park located at 3037 Swamp College Road
in the hamlet of Jacksonville, New York through a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and the
owner of the park, Jacksonville Community Association (JCA); and
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses desires to collaborate with the JCA to improve the park with a proposed project
to design, build, and install an outdoor restroom at the park with siting assistance from the Spring 2019 Cornell
University Design Connect Project which will encourage and facilitate wider community use of the park; and
Resolved that the Ulysses Town Board supports and authorizes the submission of a 100% reimbursable grant
application for up to $5,000 to the Tompkins County Towns and Villages Parks and Trails Grant after the grant
cycle opens on March 4, 2019 to support the Jacksonville Park restroom facility as outlined in the attached
concept paper (see appendix) and be it further
Resolved that if the grant application is successful, the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to
execute the contract with Tompkins County to implement the project.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Ms. Thomas
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-59: Support For A Joint Community Recreation Reserve
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has been working for several years with the Trumansburg Community
Recreation Board (TCRec) in conjunction with the Village of Trumansburg, and the Trumansburg Central School
District (called the 4-Boards) to develop a more robust recreation program for the area; and
WHEREAS TCRec has hosted outreach events to determine the gaps and needs to improve recreational
opportunities in the area; and
WHEREAS the goals of TCRec and the 4-boards is to look into: additional fields for sports; a swimming pool; an
associated community center; and supports the recommendation of the Trumansburg/Ulysses Youth
Commission to create an expanded position of Recreation Director to actively coordinate recreational activities
in the area; and
WHEREAS the 4-Boards continues to search for grant funding to achieve these goals, but much of the funding
requires a funding match; and
WHEREAS after discussion, the 4-Boards and TCRec recommends the best option for building a funding reserve
is to accept the offer of the Trumansburg Central School District to act as the fiduciary to hold reserve funding
collected from municipalities and TCRec; and
WHEREAS the Trumansburg Central School District intends to put the topic of creating this reserve on the
school budget ballot in 2019,
Therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses supports creating a restricted reserve (with guidelines for depositing and
withdrawing funds), held by the Trumansburg Central School District for the purposes building funds to
achieve the goals of the Trumansburg Community Recreation Board and the 4-Boards of improving
recreational options for the health and well-being of local residents.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs nay
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 3-1
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-60: Budget Modifications
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Board wishes to fund the Justice Clerk Special Projects account for the 2019 fiscal
year,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the payment of Special Projects hours to the Town Justice
Clerk at the hourly rate of $21.26 per hour up to a maximum of $3,000.00 in 2019, and further
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following budget modification to cover those payments:
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A1110.121 Justice - PS Special Projects INCREASE $3,000.00
To fund Justice Clerk Special Projects for 2019
A1990.4 Contingency DECREASE $3,000.00
$12,000.00 would remain in the A Fund Contingency account
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-61: Approval Of Salo Habitat Advisory Committee Member
WHEREAS, the Salo Habitat Advisory Committee was created in Resolution 2018-161 to include representation
from two neighbors and
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2018 in Resolution 2018-167 the Town Board appointed an initial group of
members including one neighbor and
WHEREAS, in response to a Town letter to neighbors inviting feedback on the Habitat, Kira Lallas of Kentucky
Avenue who owns adjoining property, has expressed interest in joining the Advisory Committee, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Salo Advisory Committee, the Ulysses Town Board appoints Kira Lallas
to the Salo Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-62: Authorization To Approve EMS Financial Assistance Application
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board gives temporary authority to EMS liaisons Nancy Zahler & Michael
Boggs to make a determination on financial assistance for a request for assistance before then.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
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Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
*Resolution 2019-63: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the special EMS/fire meeting on 2/11/19
and the Town Board meeting on 2/12/19, and
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board rescinds the previously approved minutes of the 1/25/19 meeting and
approves the amended minutes of the 1/25/19 meeting minutes to include the appointment of Morris Klein to
the Planning Board.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman absent
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/26/19
MARCH 12th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-64: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for March 12, 2019 with the addition of an
executive session for the advice of counsel.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
*Resolution 2019-65: Selection Of Consultant For The Bridge-Ny Grant
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses was awarded a BridgeNY grant from New York State on behalf of the County to
replace the County-owned bridge on Cemetery Road; and
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses must comply with grant rules to select an engineering consulting firm from the
NYS approved list; and
Whereas, the Ulysses Cemetery Road Bridge Committee working to administer the BridgeNY grant consists of
the Town Deputy Clerk; the Town Bookkeeper; the Town Supervisor; Town Councilperson, Michael Boggs; the
Deputy Town Highway Superintendent; Engineer for the Town, Bill Davis; and Tompkins County Highway
Engineer, Emily Peters, and
Whereas, the County Highway Department arranged for interviews of engineering firms in compliance with
the BridgeNY regulations; and
Whereas the Cemetery Rd Bridge Committee interviewed engineering firms on Monday, February 25, 2019,
and
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Whereas references for the Engineering firms were checked and both were found well qualified; and
Whereas each member of the Committee present at the interviews numerically rated the firms interviewed;
and
Whereas both firms were well qualified but one firm had a higher numerical rating,
Therefore, be it
Resolved that the Town Board of Ulysses selects Barton & Loguidice as the consulting firm to manage the
BridgeNY grant for Tompkins County and the Town of Ulysses, and further
Resolved that the Town of Ulysses expects to work primarily with Barton & Loguidice Managing Engineer, Ben
Werner on the BridgeNY project, and further
Resolved that the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor, Elizabeth Thomas, to sign any necessary
paperwork for the contract with Barton & Loguidice.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Mr. Boggs shared that both firms had good presentation but the other one had better pictures.
The board further discussed how the funding will work.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
*Resolution 2019-66: In Appreciation Of The Former Youth Commissioner
WHEREAS Durand VanDoren has served the Town as Commissioner for the Trumansburg/Ulysses Youth
Commission since 2007 and as a member of the Youth Commission since 1998; and
WHEREAS Durand has always run the Commission meetings to be both productive, welcoming, and fun; and
WHEREAS Durand took the lead to help ensure activities for youth in and around Trumansburg and Ulysses
went forth in ways that were educational, amusing, active, and inclusive of kids and families from all
backgrounds; and
WHEREAS the effort Durand put into youth activities has not been matched, and
WHEREAS Durand is noted especially for the amazing and stylish Commissioner “uniforms” he donned and his
keen ability to hold the attention of a crowd, drawing smiles and giggles,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses formally thanks Youth Commissioner Durand VanDoren for his
many years of service as Youth Commissioner.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
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*Resolution 2019-67: Amending EMS Billing Policies
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has billed for ambulance transports to a hospital since 2014; and
WHEREAS there is currently no EMS Coordinator at the Village of Trumansburg to handle financial hardship
cases; and
WHEREAS, on recommendation of the Town Board EMS liaisons, the Town Board wishes to create a process
for requests for Financial Assistance to be handled by the Town of Ulysses, and
WHEREAS, the Town’s Financial Assistance policy sets eligibility for assistance at 300% of the Federal Poverty
Guidelines for households which is updated annually and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to reaffirm its commitment to billing only for ambulance services involving
transport by deleting an ALS without transport fee from its current schedule of Ambulance Billing fees, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ambulance Billing Policy, the Ambulance Billing Fee Schedule, the Ambulance Billing
Financial Assistance Policy, and the Cover Letter sent to ambulance patients receiving bills, and the Annual
Eligibility Guidelines presented with this resolution are hereby adopted and further
RESOLVED, that the proposed Application for Financial Assistance and Appendices to be used to directly
respond to hardship requests are hereby adopted and further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk send copies of the approved documents to the Village of Trumansburg and to
MedEx, the billing contractor.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
*Resolution 2019-68: Contracting With The County For Youth Services
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses annually contracts with Tompkins County through Cooperative Extension to
provide youth services for the town; and
WHEREAS for 2019 Tompkins County will reimburse the Town for youth services provided in an amount not to
exceed $25,329,
Therefore, Be It
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor, Elizabeth Thomas, to sign the contract
with Tompkins County to provide youth services for the Town in 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
*Resolution 2019-69: Approval Of Minutes
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RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular meeting on 2/26/19 as amended.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman abstain
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
*Resolution 2019-70: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims # 82-132 in the total amount of $108,849.65.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 03/12/19
MARCH 26th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-71: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for March 26, 2019 with the addition of an
Executive Session at the end of the meeting to discuss personnel.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/26/19
*Resolution 2019-72: Setting A Public Hearing For A Local Law To Restrict The Sale Price
Exemption For Housing Trust Houses
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses sets a Public Hearing for a Local Law to Restrict the Sale
Price Exemption for Housing Trust Houses at 7pm on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 to enact a local law as follows:
ENACTED, by the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses as follows:
Section 1. The Town of Ulysses seeks to preserve and expand the amount of affordable, owner-occupied
housing throughout the Town.
Section 2. The exemption authorized by Section 467-j of the Real Property Tax Law is hereby adopted.
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Section 3. This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State and shall be
applicable for all assessments rolls filed after this date.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/26/19
*Resolution 2019-73: Amending The Harassment & Discrimination Policy
WHEREAS NYS made having a Sexual Harassment prevention policy and training mandatory as of Oct. 9, 2018,
and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses wants to be sure that it provides a safe workplace for its employees and wants
to be in compliance with state regulations,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town updates its Policy on Discrimination and Harassment with the updated attached
policy, and Further
RESOLVED that this policy will supersede the town's current policy (Section 803 of the Personnel Policy), and
further
RESOLVED that the Town appoints Rich Goldman and the Town Clerk as compliance officers.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/26/19
*Resolution 2019-74: Authorizing Agreement With The DEC To Monitor The Inactive Landfill
At The Town Barns
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with the NYS
Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to monitor the inactive landfill located at the Town Barns
located at 3888 Colegrove Road.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/26/19
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*Resolution 2019-75 Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Town Board meeting on 3/12/19 with
edits and the Special Town Board meeting on 3/6/19 with edits.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/26/19
APRIL 9TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-76: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for April 9, 2019 with the addition of an
executive session for the appointment or demotion of a particular person; and deletion of approval of the
Special Town Board minutes.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/9/19
*Resolution 2019-77: Restricted Sale Price Exemption For Housing Trust Houses
WHEREAS, there is a shortage of affordable housing throughout Tompkins County; and,
WHEREAS, there is a limited amount of subsidy available to make home purchasing affordable at below market
rates for low and moderate income buyers; and,
WHEREAS, in the absence of this local law, resale-restricted homes in Ulysses would be assessed without
regard to resale restrictions requiring owners to pay taxes based on a valuation that may be significantly higher
than the sale price allowed by resale restrictions; and,
WHEREAS, taxation of resale-restricted homes without consideration of resale value is a significant barrier to
increasing the supply of affordable for-sale housing in the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature amended the Real Property Tax Law with Section 467-j on
September 29, 2016 to authorize taxing jurisdictions in certain counties, including Tompkins County, to grant a
partial tax exemption so that owner-occupied, affordable homes subject to a ground lease or deed restriction,
which restricts the resale price of the property for at least 30 years, incur a property tax bill based on the
restricted resale value; and,
WHEREAS, Tompkins County adopted a local law enacting Section 467-j of Real Property Tax Law on
November 1, 2016; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law Section 10(1)(ii)(a)(8) and (9) the Town of Ulysses is
authorized to adopt a local law relating to the levy, administration and collection of local taxes authorized by
the legislature and of assessments for local improvements; and,
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WHEREAS, the Town Board of Ulysses formally noticed a public hearing in the Ithaca Journal on March 29,
2019 and conducted a public hearing on the proposed local law on April 9, 2019,
WHEREAS, the Town Board, acting as lead agency for the project, has found the project to be a Type II action
pursuant to the NYS Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 CRR-NY 617.4(b)(26), “routine or continuing
agency administration and management, not including new programs or major reordering of priorities that
may affect the environment;” requiring no further review under SEQR.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board enacts Local Law 1 of 2019 as follows:
Section 1. Legislative Intent and Purpose. The Town Board has determined that it is in public interest of the
residents of the Town of Ulysses to adopt the real property tax exemption provided for by New York Real
Property Tax Law Section 467-j, and Tompkins County Local Law No. 5 of 2016, and that such exemption helps
promote affordable housing in the Town of Ulysses.
Section 2. The Town of Ulysses adopts the tax exemption provided for by New York Real Property Tax Law
Section 467-j and Tompkins County Local Law Number 5 of 2016, and that eligibility for such exemption shall
be in the manner outlined in said law.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Zahler stated that this is another tool that allows the town to be supportive of affordable housing.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/9/19
*Resolution 2019-: Approval Of Contract For General Code - Tabled
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with General
Code to incorporate local laws from 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 into the on-line (e-Code) version of the Ulysses
Code as quoted by Mary Beth Sullivan from General Code on 3/21/2019.
(TABLED)
*Resolution 2019-78: Appointing New Member To The CSAC
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses appoints Terry Carroll to the Conservation and Sustainability
Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/9/19
*Resolution 2019-79: Approval Of The Laundry Contract For Highway Department
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RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with Ames to
provide the Highway Department with laundry service for uniforms, shop rags and floor mats.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/9/19
*Resolution 2019-80: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 3/25 as
edited.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/9/19
*Resolution 2019-81: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #133-191 in the total amount of $31, 868.83.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 04/09/19
APRIL 23RD, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-82: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for April 23, 2019.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-83: Requesting Review Of The Draft Zoning By The Planning Board
WHEREAS, as part of the process for adopting a zoning amendment, a recommended procedure is to have the
final draft reviewed by the town’s Planning Board; and
WHEREAS after the Planning Board review, the Town Board may make changes to the final draft before
sending to the County for 239 review and setting the Public Hearing,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses requests that the Planning Board review the Draft
Town of Ulysses Zoning Law dated April 24, 2019; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Board requests that the Planning Board review the following 2 questions in addition
to the entire draft: whether delayed implementation of Section 212-29.1, Subdivisions of Parent Tracts, will
result in a detrimental effect; and whether Section 212-29.1, Subdivisions of Parent Tracts, is an appropriate
land preservation technique; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Board requests the Planning Board determine if the draft Zoning Law is in keeping
with the guiding documents, primarily the Ulysses Comprehensive Plan, the Ulysses Agriculture and Farmland
Protection Plan, and also the parallel plans from Tompkins County as well as other relevant plans; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Board requests the Planning Boards comments on the draft Zoning Law be submitted
to the Town Clerk for distribution to the Town Board no later than June 5, 2019; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk’s Office provide the Planning Board with copies of the zoning to review along
with links to the Ulysses Comprehensive Plan, the Ulysses Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan, the draft
Investigation document, the Tompkins County Farmland Protection Plan and the County Comprehensive Plan
and any other plans requested by the Planning Board or its Chair or the Ulysses Planner.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Zahler distributed her list of questions and the board agreed to include the list with the draft document.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-84: Forwarding Ms. Zahler’s 4/23/19 Zoning Draft Issues On To The
Planning Board
RESOLVED that Ms. Zahler’s list of zoning draft issues dated 4/23/19 be forwarded to the Planning Board along
with the current zoning draft noting these are concerns from Ms Zahler, not the entire Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-85: Adding The Solar Glare Draft To The Planning Board’s Zoning Draft
Review
RESOLVED that the Town Board add the draft language presented at the 4/23/19 meeting on Section 212-
139.1, Standards for Minor Solar Collection Systems, and Section 212-139.2, Standards for Major Solar
Collection Systems, including their definitions, be added to zoning draft as amended.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-86: Appointment Of A Project Assistant
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has numerous on-going grants that are complicated and time consuming to
manage; and
WHEREAS a Project Assistant can assist in managing these grants,
Be it therefore
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses appoints Michelle Wright at the rate of $25/hour for up to an
average of 20 hours/week to be a Project Assistant for the Town of Ulysses as a temporary position through
the end of 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-87: In Support Of The New York State Assembly And Senate Bills To
Establish A Process For The Adoption Of An Environmental Bill Of Rights
WHEREAS the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses supports the right of each resident to clean air and water;
and
WHEREAS, in the United States there are many states/commonwealths with Constitutions that contain some
form of “environmental rights” or expression of environmental values; and
WHEREAS, it is the constitutional duty of all levels of government within New York State to protect the health,
safety and welfare of their residents giving residents a right to live and work in a clean environment; and
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WHEREAS communities in NYS like Hoosick Falls, Long Island and Newburgh, along with many other
communities throughout the United States like Flint, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio have suffered contaminated
water systems caused by lack of intervention and/or protection by either government and/or private interests;
and
WHEREAS, in watersheds throughout the Finger Lakes, municipalities and individuals draw drinking water that
has in recent years been affected by Harmful Algal Blooms making treatment more expensive for municipal
water supplies, and sometimes impossible for individual households that draw water directly from the lake;
and
WHEREAS, there is at present a uniform bill before both the New York State Assembly (A. 2064 [Englebright,
Gottfried, et al.]) and the New York State Senate (S. 2072 [Carlucci et al.]) to add the following language to the
New York State Constitution that will formally establish in the New York State Constitution a right to clean
water, clean air, and a healthful environment:
Resolved, that article 1 of the constitution be amended by adding a new section 19 to read as follows: Ҥ 19.
Environmental rights. Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment”;
WHEREAS, formally establishing such a civil environmental right will help drive better government decision-
making at all levels, helping prevent conditions in which land, water and air become contaminated; and
WHEREAS establishing such a right will also affect individuals and private enterprise and promote better
decision-making based on the New York Constitution’s acknowledgement that all residents have
environmental rights; and
WHEREAS, passing these bills will address a gap in the state’s legal foundations and provide an expression of
values that other states have already seen fit to establish,
WHEREAS, the Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Council has reviewed and unanimously endorsed this
legislation,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses supports a New York Environmental Bill of Rights
Amendment, Assembly Bill 2064 and Senate Bill 2072, amending Article 1, the Bill of Rights, of the New York
State Constitution by inserting a new Section 19, reading: “Each person shall have a right to clean air and
water, and a healthful environment.” which recognizes the inalienable and self-executing right of all New
Yorkers to clean water, clean air, and a healthful environment; and further
RESOLVED, this right be as fundamental as a person’s right to freedom of speech and assembly; and further
RESOLVED that this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, State Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-
Cousins, State Assembly Leader Carl Heastie, State Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, State Senator Tom
O’Mara, State Senator Carlucci, State Assembly people Englebright and Gottfried, County Legislative Chair
Martha Robertson; Senators Gillibrand and Schumer; and Congressman Reed.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
A friendly amendment was made by Ms. Zahler to add language that refers to the CSAC’s support of the
resolution.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs abstain
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 3-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-88 Approval Of Minutes From 4/9
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from both the Town Board meeting and Public
Hearing on 4/9/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
*Resolution 2019-89 Approval Of Minutes From 3/14
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Special Town Board meetings on 3/14.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs abstain
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 3-0
Date Adopted: 4/23/19
MAY 14TH, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-90: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for May 14, 2019 with the addition of an
executive session for matters leading to the appointment or employment of a particular person.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-91: Declaring Continued Support For The Article 78 Appeal Proceeding
Objecting To The DEC Permitting Of The Cargill Mine Expansion Without Proper
Environmental Review
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses passed RESOLUTION 2017-155 thereby resolving to join with other
municipalities and Cayuga Lake stakeholders in an Article 78 challenge to NY DEC’s approval of Cargill’s Shaft 4
project without a full SEQRA Environmental Impact Statement being required.
WHEREAS the decision in said article 78 was rendered on April 22, 2019 for the Respondents,
WHEREAS the plaintiffs believe that, the Judge erred in rendering a decision for the Respondents,
WHEREAS the plaintiffs plan to file an appeal of the decision rendered April 22, 2019,
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RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses remains part of the Article 78, and repeats and reaffirms the statements
made in RESOLUTION 2017-155 as the case moves through the court system.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Zahler inquired as to whether participation will cost the town anything. Ms. Darfler and Ms. Thomas
responded in the negative.
Mr. Boggs asked for more information on the case. Ms. Darfler stated that the judge’s written ruling contains
errors so they are appealing it.
Ms. Zahler suggested that the town consider whether to support mining under land instead of under the lake.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs abstain
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-92: Authorizing Agreement With Tompkins County For Local Share Of
Cemetery Road Bridge Replacement
WHEREAS the bridge over Taughannock Creek on Cemetery Road in the Village of Trumansburg and also in the
Town of Ulysses has been determined by NYS to be in bad condition and in need of replacement; and
WHEREAS Tompkins County owns the Cemetery Road bridge; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has tentatively agreed to administer a BridgeNY grant for the County to replace
the Cemetery Road Bridge at an estimated cost of $981,850, and
WHEREAS the grant with project ID number 375659 and BIN number 3210360 outlines that federal funds will
pay 95% of the estimated project cost with a local share of the costs being 5% paid by Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has agreed to contribute in-kind time to administer the grant and provide
support by the Ulysses Highway Department,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the agreement between the
Town of Ulysses and Tompkins County outlining the payment of the local share of expenses to replace the
Cemetery Road bridge as long as it is consistent with the intent of the agreement which was presented at the
Town Board meeting on 5/14/19 and in consultation and agreement with the Attorney for the Town.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler abstain
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
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*Resolution 2019-93: Concurring With Sale Of Land To NYS Parks
WHEREAS, on April 24, 2019, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation notified the
Town of Ulysses of its intention to purchase parcel 32.-2.3.25 from the Finger Lakes Land Trust as part of its
Open Space plan; and
WHEREAS, this parcel is located in a steep slope unsuitable for development; and
Whereas, this parcel is in a Tompkins County designated Unique Natural Area signifying its importance for
preservation; and
WHEREAS, this parcel adjoins the NYS Park’s Black Diamond Trail and provides an important buffer from
development,
Therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board concurs that Town of Ulysses parcel 32.-2-3.25 is worthy of careful
preservation from development; and
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board supports the sale of this parcel by the Finger Lakes Land Trust
to the New York State Parks.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-94: Approval Of Building Use Application
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses is a public building and meeting space is occasionally requested by outside
groups, and
WHEREAS NYMIR visited the town and made recommendations for safety and risk prevention, and
WHEREAS NYMIR suggested that the town upgrade its Building Use Application Form based on their template,
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the Building Use Application Form as amended at the Town Board
meeting on May 14, 2019 provided that if upon reviewing the insurance policy, a change is required, it will
require Town Board action.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-95: Appointing A Highway Superintendent
WHEREAS, David Reynolds submitted his resignation as Highway Superintendent as of May 6, 2019, and
WHEREAS David Reynolds had appointed Scott Stewart as his Deputy Highway Superintendent,
Therefore, be it
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RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses appoints Scott Stewart as the Highway Superintendent
beginning May 19, 2019 through December 31, 2019, and further
RESOLVED that the appointed Highway Superintendent is considered an elected official when considering the
Ulysses policies, and further
RESOLVED that the pay for the appointed Highway Superintendent is a salary of $55,000, prorated for the
remainder of 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-96: Honoring Durand Van Doren’s Service To The Town Of Ulysses
WHEREAS, Durand Van Doren has contributed to the Village of Trumansburg and the Town of Ulysses for
decades and
WHEREAS, the Town has deeply appreciated his specific contributions to and through the Youth Commission
since 1998 including, but not limited to:
Honorably serving as the Youth Commissioner since 2007 while commemorating the noble role with a Scroll
and a hand-forged Commissioner’s belt
Reliably arranging for Rotary Chicken Barbeques to raise funds for the Big Friend/Little Friend program and for
the procurement and assigned donning of the official Chicken Suit by volunteers promoting the Chicken BBQ
Generously teaching young people the wonder, beauty, hard work, and artistry that forges molten metal into
beautiful and useful objects
Happily volunteering with young people to project community movies at the Farmers Market while attired in
his distinctive colorful outfits
Joyfully asking local vendors, friends, and colleagues to contribute time and money on behalf of the young
people of our community
Enthusiastically supporting the programs serving children and youth while gently challenging us all to do more
and do better and
WHEREAS, Durand is a beloved community character who is as humble as he is outrageous; and
WHEREAS, Durand exemplifies service as a way to cultivate something less tangible: the practice of citizenship.
We are a nation that talks a great deal about who should be a citizen. There is less emphasis on how to be a
citizen. And that is often learned in the company of others who share a public goal. Bonds of common purpose
become ties of civic friendship, reaching across political divides. In a time of bitterness, choosing to serve
others offers a kind of healing grace. Durand lives these ideals in a manner that amplifies their influence.
Cynicism melts around him, as if he were a bonfire in the snow.i
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Ulysses Trumansburg Youth Commission, that the Ulysses Town
Board expresses its deep appreciation to Durand Van Doren for twenty years of dedicated volunteer service to
the children, youth, and families of the Town of Ulysses and; further
RESOLVED, that May 29, 2019 be proclaimed “Durand Day” throughout the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
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Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-97: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 4/23 and
the Special Meeting on 4/29.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-98: Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the 5/14/2019
meeting.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A1220.14 Project Assistant PS INCREASE $18,000.00
To fund new position at 20hr/week at $25.00/hr for 2019 payrolls #10-27
A1990.4 Contingency DECREASE $12,000.00
Zero would remain in A Fund Contingency
A962-237/A9901.95 Transfer to Tax Stabilization Reserve DECREASE $6,000.00
$4,000.00 would remain in the Transfer to Tax Stabilization Reserve account
B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
B3620.11 Deputy Enforce Officer PS INCREASE $6,000.00
To increase budget for extra hours – increase from 5 to 10 hrs/week
B1990.4 Contingency DECREASE $6,000.00
$4,000.00 will remain in B Fund Contingency
SW3 FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
SW3-8330.4 Water Purification CE INCREASE $5,000.00
To increase budget for MRB assistance with WD3
SW3-962-230/SW3-9901.91 Transfer to Repair Reserve DECREASE $5,000.00
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Reduce the amount to be transferred to the repair reserve fund
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
*Resolution 2019-99: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #192-236 in the total amount of $203,704.75.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/14/19
MAY 28th, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-100: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for May 28, 2019 with the additions of a
union contract amendment discussion and a budget modification.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/28/19
*Resolution 2019-101: Approval Of Mission & Guidelines For Habitat Nature Preserve On
Salo Drive
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board appointed the Salo Habitat Advisory Committee in 2018 to make
recommendations to the Town about the purpose and use of this unique resource purchased with a grant from
the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; and
WHEREAS, the Advisory Committee has engaged local neighbors to assure that the mission and guidelines for
use will welcome visitors while minimizing disruptions for neighbors; and
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WHEREAS, the Advisory Committee recommended a mission statement, guidelines for use, and proposed
signage for the nature preserve; now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the proposed mission, guidelines, and plans for signage be approved as suggested.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/28/19
*Resolution 2019-102: Approval Of Recreation Partnership By-Laws
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board received updated by-laws for the Recreation Partnership dated April 23,
2019 from Tompkins County Youth Services Coordinator Janice Johnson, now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board ratifies the Recreation Partnership by-laws as presented.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/28/19
*Resolution 2019-103: Approval Of Minutes From 4/9
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Town Board meeting on 5/14/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/28/19
*Resolution 2019-104: Budget Modification
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following budget modification:
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A5010.4 Highway Superintendent CE INCREASE $1,000.00
To increase line to cover new computer and additional expenditures expected
A917 Unassigned Unappropriated Fund Balance DECREASE $1,000.00
To appropriate additional fund balance to cover the above increase
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Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/28/19
JUNE 12TH 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-105: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for June 11, 2019 with the addition of
discussing an upgrade to the Town Hall electrical system.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-106: Declaring Surplus Highway Equipment
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board declares that the following equipment belonging to the town is
surplus and can be sent to auction, sold, used in trade for new equipment, or disposed of by the Highway
Superintendent:
• 1989 Mack Dump Truck, VIN number 1M2P141C6KW008188
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-107: Proposed Purchase Of Rear Flail Mower
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor and Highway Superintendent to
proceed with the purchase of a rear flail mower for the 2018 John Deere tractor as requested by the Town
Highway Superintendent per the quote from John Deere on May 21, 2019 of $5,200, reduced to a total of
$4,000 with the trade in of the old rear mount flail mower.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-108: Proposed Purchase Plow Equipment For The 2020 Mack Truck
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor and Highway Superintendent to
proceed with the purchase of plow equipment for the 2020 Mack truck being built, per quote ID 954 from
Viking Cives dated 5/8/2019 in the amount of $10,875.90
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-109: Authorizing The Implementation And Upfront Funding Costs Of
100% Of The Eligible Costs Of A Bridge NY Transportation Project, Which May Be Eligible For
Federal Aid And/Or State Aid.
WHEREAS, a project for the Cemetery Road over Trumansburg Creek Bridge Replacement, P.I.N. 375659 (“the
Project”) is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the
costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 95% Federal funds and 5% non-federal funds; and
WHEREAS, the Cemetery Road over Trumansburg Creek Bridge is owned by Tompkins County, and is located
on a portion of Cemetery Road maintained by the Village of Trumansburg; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is the Sponsor for the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses will oversee the administrative requirements for design, let and construction
of the Project, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses desires to advance the Project by making a commitment to pay 100% of the
upfront costs of the work for the Project, or portions thereof, with the understanding that qualified costs may
be eligible for federal and/or state aid and county funding or reimbursement from BridgeNY funds up to the
estimated amount of $981,850.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Board, duly convened does hereby
RESOLVE, that the Town Board hereby approves the Trumansburg Creek Bridge Replacement Project on
Cemetery Road (P.I.N. 375659) and further
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses to pay 100% of the
upfront costs of Design, ROW and construction work for the Project or portions thereof, with the
understanding that eligible costs may be reimbursed from federal and/or state aid, Bridge NY and Tompkins
County funds; and it is further
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RESOLVED, per Agreement with Tompkins County authorized by the Tompkins County Legislature at their
meeting on June 4, 2019, the County has committed to reimbursing the Town of Ulysses for the entire 5% of
non-federal funding for the Project based on the cost estimate for the entire project of $981,850, and
RESOLVED, that the sum of $981,850 will hereby be appropriated from a combination of the Ulysses bridge
reserve (DA 232), and unassigned fund balances, for the period of time needed until reimbursed through
federal and/or state aid, the Bridge NY grant and Tompkins County and made available to cover the cost of
participation in the above phase(s) of the Project; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby agrees that Tompkins County and the Town of Ulysses shall be
responsible for all costs of the project which exceed the amount of federal-aid, state-aid, or NY Bridge funding
awarded to the Town of Ulysses per the Agreement between the Town and the County; and it is further
RESOLVED, that in the event the Project costs not covered by federal-aid, state-aid, or NY Bridge funding
exceed the amount appropriated above, the Town of Ulysses shall act in accordance to the Agreement
between the Town and the County; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses hereby agrees that construction of the Project shall begin no later than
twenty-four (24) months after award and the construction phase of the Project shall be completed within
thirty (30) months; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the office of the Ulysses Town Clerk has been made aware of the requirement to maintain
records of the Project for thirty-six (36) years; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses be and is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the
Town of Ulysses all necessary Agreements, certification or reimbursement request for federal-aid and/or state-
aid with the New York State Department of Transportation in connection with the advancement of approval of
the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and the Town of Ulysses’ funding of Project
costs and permanent funding of the local share of federal-aid and state-aid eligible Project costs and all Project
costs within appropriations therefore that are not so eligible; and it is further
RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of
Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project; and it is further
RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to Gene Cilento (NYSDOT), Emily Peters (Tompkins
County Highway Department), John Webert (Tompkins County Highway Department), the Tompkins County
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, and Benjamin Werner (Barton and Loguidice).
RESOLVED, this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-110: Authorizing The Contract With Barton And Loguidice As The
Engineering Consultants On The Bridge-NY Grant On Cemetery Road Over Trumansburg
Creek
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses went through the approved process to select a consultant for their BridgeNY
grant (PIN 375659), and
WHEREAS the firm Barton and Loguidice was selected to be the consulting firm.
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Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign an agreement with Barton
and Loguidice to provide engineering services for the BridgeNY project on Cemetery Road over Trumansburg
Creek, based on the draft agreement dated 4/1/2019 (File703.3654) after review by staff and review and
approval from the Attorney for the Town.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-111: Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the 6/11/2019
meeting.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A7110.4 Parks CE INCREASE $5,000.00
To increase line to cover Jacksonville park expenses related to the Tompkins
County grant
A2706 Grants from Local Governments INCREASE $5,000.00
To reflect the increase to income from the Tompkins County grant for
Jacksonville Park
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler nay
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-112: Approval Of Revised Recreation Partnership By-Laws
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board received updated by-laws for the Recreation Partnership dated April 23,
2019 from Tompkins County Youth Services Coordinator Janice Johnson, and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses Town Board ratified these by-laws at their meeting on 5/28/2019, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing suggested minor edits to the by-laws after the Ulysses Town Board ratified the
Recreation Partnership by-laws
now therefore, be it
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RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board ratifies the Recreation Partnership by-laws with the edits by the
Village of Lansing as presented at the Town Board meeting on 6/11/2019.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-113: Clarifying Benefits For The Appointed Highway
Superintendent.
WHEREAS, the former Deputy Highway Superintendent has been appointed as the Highway Superintendent,
and
WHEREAS the Ulysses Personnel Policy is silent on some aspects of an employee taking on the position of an
elected official.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the 48 hours of compensatory time Scott Stewart accumulated as an employee may be used in
his position as an appointed elected official.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-114: Recognition & Appreciation Of John Wertis
WHEREAS, John Wertis (the Elder) has submitted his resignation from the Town of Ulysses Planning Board
effective June 4, 2019 and
WHEREAS, John has faithfully served on the Planning Board since 2004 and
WHEREAS, John’s commitment to the Town and its agricultural community has helped guide countless
decisions that have made this community a better place to live and work and
WHEREAS, John has always been willing to spend additional time to help educate and challenge the Town
Board and
WHEREAS, John‘s thorough knowledge of the Town’s zoning and plans and his attention to detail have been
valued by his peers on the Planning Board and
WHEREAS, John will be continuing on in his role as Town Historian, for which he was recently honored by the
Tompkins County Center for History and Culture, now therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board officially extends its deep appreciation to John Wertis for his fifteen
years of service and many contributions to shape the future of the Town while preserving its history.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-115: Appointment To The Ulysses Planning Board
WHEREAS, John Wertis has resigned from his seat on the Ulysses Planning Board effective June 4, 2019 and
WHEREAS, this creates a vacancy in the seat with a term ending December 31, 2019 and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board and the Planning Board wish to have all seats filled to fulfill their
responsibilities, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that Morris Klein be appointed to serve as a member on the Ulysses Planning Board effective June
12, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-116: Authorizing Electrical Upgrades To Town Hall
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Supervisor and the heat pump team to go ahead with
the electric upgrade to the Town Hall to handle the heat pump electric load.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
*Resolution 2019-117: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Town Board meeting on 5/28/19 with
the following addition: a mention that if the union representative provides language regarding flexible hours
for the Highway Department, the Town Board is amenable to consider this suggestion.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Thomas
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19*
Resolution 2019-118: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #237-283 in the total amount of $95,688.05
Moved: Seconded:
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/11/19
JUNE 25th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-119: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for June 25, 2019 with the additions of
discussion of an electric car, a budget modification, and a resolution to recognize the former Highway
Superintendent.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-120: Approval Of Capital Project Bank Account
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses will be undertaking a capital project for the replacement of the Cemetery Road
Bridge over Trumansburg Creek; and
WHEREAS an engineering firm has been selected and the design phase of the project will begin shortly; and
WHEREAS the New York State Comptroller guidance requires that a separate account is maintained for such a
capital project; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses Supervisor and Bookkeeper recommend opening a separate new bank account
to keep capital project funds segregated from other Town monies;
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board approves opening a new bank account with Tompkins Trust Company; and
RESOLVED that the signatories for this account will be the Town Supervisor, Elizabeth Thomas and the Town
Clerk, Carissa Parlato; and
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RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will provide a certified copy of this resolution to the Bookkeeper to submit with
the paperwork needed to open the bank account.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-121: Authorizing Use Of Funds From The Town Of Ulysses Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 To Purchase Highway Maintenance And Construction
Equipment In 2019
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses by resolution adopted on November 7, 1984 established a
capital reserve fund for the purpose of funding acquisition and replacement of highway maintenance and
construction equipment and snow removal equipment (“the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund”); and
WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted the 2019 budget for the Town on October 23, 2018 and the budget calls
for the appropriation of $188,281.00 from the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 for the purpose of
purchasing highway equipment in 2019; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to General Municipal Law §6-c, an expenditure from the Capital Equipment Reserve Fund
requires authorization by the Town Board, and such authorization is subject to a permissive referendum; and
WHEREAS, on 6/11/2019 the Town Board approved the purchase the following additional highway equipment:
(1) a John Deere 390 Heavy Duty Mower for $5,200.00 less $1,200.00 in trade in credits and (2) additional plow
equipment and accessories for the 2020 Mack Granite 64FR Truck in the amount of $10,875.90; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of the above-referenced equipment falls within the purposes for which the Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund was established;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes the following expenditures from the Town of Ulysses Capital
Equipment Reserve Fund DA878 for the purchase of highway equipment: $4,000.00 toward a new rear flail
mower and $14,000.00 towards the purchase of additional plow equipment and accessories for the 2020 Mack
Granite 64FR Truck that is on order for a total of reserve funds of $18,000.00; and be it further
RESOLVED that, pursuant to General Municipal Law §6-c, this resolution is subject to a permissive referendum;
and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will post and publish notice of the permissive referendum in accordance to law
and provide a copy of such notice to the Town Supervisor.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
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*Resolution 2019-122: Budget Modification
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following budget modification:
DA FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
DA5130.2 Machinery EQ INCREASE $18,000.00
To increase line to cover additional highway equipment purchases – new rear flail mower
and additional plow parts for 2020 Mack Granite 64FR Truck
DA511 (DA878/DA233) DA Appropriated Reserves - Capital Equipment Reserve INCREASE $18,000.00
To appropriated additional reserve funds for the purchase of additional equipment
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-123: Designating A Liaison To The Tompkins County Transportation
Council
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board designates Michelle Wright as the liaison to the Tompkins County
Transportation Council from the Town of Ulysses for the year 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-124: Recognition Of Dave Reynold’s Service To The Town Of Ulysses
WHEREAS, Since 1988, David (Dave) Reynolds has served the residents of the Town of Ulysses by faithfully
keeping our roads clear of snow and in good repair and by maintaining roadsides, ditches and culverts and
WHEREAS, from January 2016 through his retirement on May 7, 2019 Dave served as Highway Superintendent,
and
WHEREAS, during his thirty-one years with the Highway Department, he was on call day and night to respond
to snow storms, floods, and other highway emergencies with his colleagues to assure that the rest of us in the
Town could safely travel our local roads, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that on behalf of the residents of the Town of Ulysses, the Ulysses Town Board recognizes and
thanks Dave Reynolds for his thirty-one years of dedicated service and wishes him all the best during his
retirement.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Ms. Thomas
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-125: Approval Of Minutes From 6/11
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Town Board meeting on 6/11/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/25/19
*Resolution 2019-126: No resolution, numbering error
JULY 9th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-127: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for July 9, 2019 with the additions of:
discussions of an alternate to the BZA and an assistant to the Water District Operator; moving up the water
district 3 funding and flood management presentations.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler nay
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 3-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-128: Authorizing The Proposal For Professional Services With Mrb Group
For Engineering Of The Total Trihalomethanes (Tthm) Removal System In Water District #3
Group Storage Tank Project
WHEREAS, the MRB Group, upon hire in 2015, has continued to provide problem-solving support to the Town
of Ulysses regarding mitigation of Water District #3 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs), including design
alternatives and multiple submissions for grant funding opportunities, and
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WHEREAS, in 2018 MRB submitted the application for the NYS Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA)
grant, and
WHERAS, the Town of Ulysses was awarded the WIIA grant, and
WHERAS, the MRB Group has provided a Proposal for Professional Services to complete the TTHM Removal
System using partial WIIA grant funding,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the Proposal for Professional
Services (as amended) from the MRB Group, dated June 13, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-129: Request Speed Limit Reduction
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to complete actions to make requests
to reduce the speed limit on Rabbit Run Road to 30 miles per hour; on Route 96 from Rabbit Run Road, north
to the Village of Trumansburg to 30 miles per hour; and on Route 89 from Gorge Road to Taughannock Park
Road to 30 miles per hour.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-130: Appointment Of An Alternate To The Ulysses Planning Board
WHEREAS, John Wertis resigned his seat on the Ulysses Planning Board effective June 4, 2019, and
WHEREAS, Planning Board Alternate, Morris Klein, was appointed on June 11, 2019 to fill the vacant seat with
a term ending December 31, 2019, and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board and the Planning Board wish to have all seats, including that of Alternate,
filled to fulfill their responsibilities,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that Linda Liddle be appointed to serve as an Alternate member on the Ulysses Planning Board
effective July 9, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
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Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-131: Appointment Of A 2nd Alternate To The Ulysses Planning Board
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses town Board appoints Rodney Bent to serve as a 2nd Alternate member on the
Ulysses Planning Board effective July 9, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-132: Appointment Alternate To Bza
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses town Board appoints Thomas Butler to serve as an Alternate member on the
Ulysses BZA effective July 9, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-133: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 6/25/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-134: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #284-325 in the total amount of $50,537.50.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
*Resolution 2019-135: Appointment Of Water Assistant
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the hiring of Janelle Stewart to assist with water district
management at a wage of $15/hour under the supervision of Water District Operator Chris Stevenson.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs absent
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/9/19
JULY 23RD, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-136: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for July 23, 2019 with the additions of a
discussion of Empire Passes for the library; zoning update; and an executive session to discuss the
appointment of a particular person.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-137: Approval Of Agreement With Tompkins County For Removal Of
Snow And Ice On County Roads
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses plows and deices roads owned by the County and the County reimburses the
Town for this work, and
WHEREAS the existing Snow and Ice Agreement with Tompkins County ending September 30, 2019 has worked
well in the past for reimbursement to the Town from the County of expenses to keep county roads safe in the
winter, and
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WHEREAS the Highway Superintendent recommends approval of the 3-year Agreement that outlines the
reimbursement amounts for snow and ice removal done by the Town of Ulysses on roads owned by Tompkins
County.
Now, therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the Snow and Ice Agreement
between the Town of Ulysses and Tompkins County for a 3-year period from October 1, 2019 to September 30,
2022.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-138: Condition Of County Roads
WHEREAS the following roads owned by Tompkins County in the Town of Ulysses are in extremely poor
conditions which include potholes, crumbling edges of the road, and poor shoulder condition:
Jacksonville Road
Taughannock Park Road
Waterburg Road
Halseyville Road
Podunk Road
WHEREAS the conditions of these roads are a safety hazard, especially for bicycles and motorcycles and can
cause damage to cars on roads that have an assumed speed limit of 55 mph,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board requests that Tompkins County increase the rate of repair and
resurfacing of these roads that are in dangerous condition.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-139: Approval Of Contract For General Code
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with General
Code to incorporate local laws from 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 into the Ulysses Code as quoted by Mary Beth
Sullivan from General Code on 3/21/2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
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Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-140: Declaring Surplus Equipment From The Highway Department
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board declares that the following equipment belonging to the town is
surplus and can be sent to auction, sold, used in trade for new equipment, or disposed of by the Highway
Superintendent:
1967 Galion Grader
1973 Sullair compressor
1990 Ford 917H flail mower
2007 Smith model 14 Salt Spreader (no truck that this fits)
1999 Smith model Salt Spreader 10AHC (no truck that this fits)
1968 Airflow boxes (2)
2003 Frink power angle plow
1990 Ford 917H flail mower
1989 Frink trip wings and arm
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-141: Establishing The Planning Board As Lead Agency For SEQRA For The
Requested CARS Expansion
WHEREAS, the Planning Board of Ulysses is reviewing a project by Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARs)
and has requested declaring itself as Lead Agency for SEQRA.
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the letter of intent for the
Planning Board to act as Lead Agency pursuant to SEQRA on the CARS expansion project, and
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses requests final approval of the CARS project only be given provided
that a finalized contract for municipal water for the expansion is in place,
WHEREAS, the Planning Board of Ulysses is reviewing a project by Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARs)
and has requested declaring itself as Lead Agency for SEQRA,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the letter of intent for the
Planning Board to act as Lead Agency pursuant to SEQRA on the CARS expansion project, and
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses requests final approval of the CARS project only be given provided
that a finalized contract for municipal water for the expansion is in place.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Ms. Thomas
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-142: Adopting A Wetlands Map For The Town Of Ulysses
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses adopts as its official map of wetlands in the Town of Ulysses, the Ulysses
section of the 2012 map of Tompkins County Wetlands developed by Nicholas Hollingshead with support and
funding from the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network, Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation, the Finger
Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance, Tompkins County, and the Park Foundation.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-143: Cancelling The August 27 Town Board Meeting
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board meeting on August 27 is cancelled.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Ms. Thomas
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
*Resolution 2019-144: Approval Of Minutes From 7/9/19
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the Town Board meeting on 7/9/19.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/23/19
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AUGUST 13th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-145: Authorization For LED Streetlight Conversion
Resolved that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor and staff to complete all documents
and work needed to join the LED streetlight conversion effort through NYPA to convert the Ulysses streetlights
to LEDs to save money and energy.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs nay
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-146: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for August 13, 2019 with the additions of
approval of claims, an Executive Session for the purpose of promotion of a particular person, a resolution
approving the Supervisor to sign the EFC/WIIA grant, and a discussion of rifle approval in Tompkins County.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent (stepped out for a moment)
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-147: Opposition To Allowing Rifles In Tompkins County
Resolved that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses opposes allowing the expansion of rifles for hunting
within Tompkins County.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-148: Support For A County-Wide Water Quality Staff Person
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses endorses the letter presented at the 8/13/2019
meeting asking the Tompkins County Legislature to add one staff person to coordinate work to preserve and
improve the water quality of Cayuga Lake and its watershed.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-149: Request For Speed Limit Reduction On Rabbit Run Road
WHEREAS Rabbit Run Road is a 1.2-mile road in the Town of Ulysses with an unposted speed limit of 55mph,
and
WHEREAS the easterly bordering road--South Street Extension--has a 30mph speed limit and the westerly
bordering road, State Route 96, has a 45mph speed limit, and
WHEREAS limited sight distances and several blind curves exist on Rabbit Run Road cause dangerous situations
for vehicles and pedestrians, and
WHEREAS the road borders an active fairground, and
WHEREAS the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses has received several requests from residents of Rabbit Run
Road to reduce the speed limit to 30mph from the current speed limit of 55mph,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses requests that the New York State
Department of Transportation (NYS DOT) allow a reduction of the maximum speed to 30mph to increase safety
for residents, fairground visitors, drivers, pedestrians, and other users of the Rabbit Run Road, and further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk send this resolution to Tompkins County for their additional approval of this
speed limit reduction request, and if approved, send on to the NYS DOT for their consideration and approval.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs nay
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-150: Support For Transitioning Municipal Recreation Program From The
Village Of Trumansburg To The Town Of Ulysses
WHEREAS, the Ulysses-Trumansburg Youth Commission was created to advise the Town and Village about
youth needs and to recommend effective programs using support from local, county, and state funds and
other revenues; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission has gathered feedback on the current recreation program from users,
community groups, and the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission has identified a number of goals to address local concerns including:
Better and easier access to programs
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More varied options that are better designed to meet youth and family needs
Better coordination of public and privately sponsored youth programs; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission has researched how other communities address these needs and found that
nearly every other town has at least a half-time year-round director that takes guidance from their youth
commission; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission, the Village of Trumansburg Mayor and Youth Commissioner have asked the
Town to consider sponsorship of the Recreation Program run by a part-time year-round Recreation Director so
that all youth programs can be coordinated and administered by the Town for those in the Town, inclusive of
the Village, and Trumansburg School District; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission has submitted a Proposal for the Town Board to consider; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed the proposal, supplemental information requested, and considered
the recommendations of the Youth Commission and Village, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board agrees to administer the Recreation Program with a part-time year-
round recreation director starting in January 2020; and further
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Town Board approves the attached 2019 Memorandum of Understanding
which reaffirms the continued co-sponsorship of local youth programs with the Village of Trumansburg and
clarifies the terms and conditions of the transfer effective January 1, 2020, subject to review and approval of
the Village.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Discussion of budget and supervision
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-151: Authorizing The Town Supervisor To Sign The Grant Agreement
(Project Number 18271) With New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation
WHEREAS the drinking water in Water District #3 has had elevated levels of trihalomethanes, a known risk to
human health, and
WHEREAS while the aerator in the water tank owned by the Town of Ithaca near the Cayuga Medical Center
has reduced the levels of TTHM to near the regulated limit, the levels still occasionally exceed the TTHM limit,
and
WHEREAS TTHM levels in the Ulysses tank build up to levels over the TTHM threshold and an aerator would
reduce those levels to below the limit, and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses was awarded a New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation Grant
through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA) Grant Program, EFC project number 18217 that
would cover 60% of the costs associated with installing an aerator in the Ulysses water tank , and
WHEREAS a grant agreement from EFC is expected to arrive prior to the next Town Board meeting on
9/10/2019, and
WHEREAS it is advantageous to both residents of Water District 3, and the timeline of the project to avoid
delays in the grant administration process,
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board gives the Town Supervisor authorization to sign
agreement for the EFC WIIA grant upon review by Town staff and approval of the Town Attorney, as well as
authorization to sign any and all related documents pertaining to this grant.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-152: Approval Of A Water District #3 Captial Project Bank Account
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses will be undertaking a capital project for the installation of a Total
Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Removal System in the Town of Ulysses Water District #3 Ground Storage Tank; and
WHEREAS an engineering firm has been selected and the project will begin shortly; and
WHEREAS the New York State Comptroller guidance requires that a separate account is maintained for such a
capital project; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses Supervisor and Bookkeeper recommend opening a separate new bank account
to keep capital project funds segregated from other Town monies,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board approves opening a new bank account with Tompkins Trust
Company; and
RESOLVED that the signatories for this account will be the Town Supervisor, Elizabeth Thomas and the Town
Clerk, Carissa Parlato; and
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will provide a certified copy of this resolution to the Bookkeeper to submit with
the paperwork needed to open the bank account.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-153: Setting A Public Hearing On Local Law # __ Of 2019: To Override The
Tax Levy Limit Established In General Municipal Law §3-C
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed Local
Law # ___ of 2019 to override the NYS tax levy limit as allowed by General Municipal Law §3-C. The Public
Hearing will be on Sept. 10, at 7pm at the Ulysses Town Hall at 10 Elm St. Trumansburg, NY.
LOCAL LAW # __ OF 2019: TO OVERRIDE THE TAX LEVY LIMIT ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL
LAW §3-C
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses as follows:
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Section 1. Legislative Intent: It is the intent of this local law to override the limit on the amount of real property
taxes that may be levied by the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins pursuant to General Municipal Law §3-c,
and to allow the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins to adopt a town budget for (a) town purposes, (b) fire
protection districts, and (c) any other special or improvement district, and Town improvements provided
pursuant to Town Law Article 12-C, governed by the Town Board for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2020
and ending December 31, 2020 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the “tax levy limit” as defined
by General Municipal Law §3-c.
Section 2. Authority: This local law is adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law §3-c, which
expressly authorizes the Town Board to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by
vote of at least sixty percent (60%) of the Town Board.
Section 3. Tax Levy Limit Override: The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins is hereby
authorized to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2020 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the limit
specified in General Municipal Law §3-c.
Section 4. Severability: If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this Local Law or the
application thereof to any person, firm or corporation, or circumstance, shall be adjusted by any court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such order or judgment shall not affect, impair, or
invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph,
subdivision, or part of this Local Law or in its application to the person, individual, firm or corporation or
circumstance, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment or order shall be rendered.
Section 5. Effective date: This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
AND FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk file this local law with the Secretary of State as required by law.
SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-20
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-154: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 7/23/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-155: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the 8/13/19
meeting.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS:
A7410.4 Library CE INCREASE $240.00
To increase line to cover additional funding for 3 Empire Passes at $80 each
A1450.4 Elections CE DECREASE $240.00
Budget available
SW3 FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS:
SW3-9950.9 Transfer to Capital Projects Fund INCREASE $45,000.00
To move funds so that they go directly into the Capital Project fund instead of reserve
SW3-9901.91 Transfer to Repair Reserve (SW3-962/230) DECREASE $45,000.00
To move funds directly into the Capital Project fund for the start of the project
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
*Resolution 2019-156: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims # 326-387 in the total amount of $83,957.23.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/13/19
SEPTEMBER 10th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-157: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for September 10, 2019 with the removal of
the resolution for a generator; additions of an executive session for the promotion or appointment of a
particular person, and an MOU for the recreation director.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-158: Local Law # 2 Of 2019: To Override The Tax Levy Limit Established In
General Municipal Law §3-C
WHEREAS, municipalities of the State of New York are limited in the amount of real property taxes that may be
levied each year under the tax levy limit established in General Municipal l Law §3-c, and
WHEREAS, subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law §3-c expressly authorizes a municipality to override the tax
levy limit if the town government decides to adopt a budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set
by the State, by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of at least sixty percent (60%) of the governing
body, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses reviewed and discussed a proposed local law to override
the tax levy limit and adopted a resolution on August 10, 2019 for a public hearing to be held by said Town on
September 10, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to hear all interested parties on the proposed local law entitled "A LOCAL
LAW TO OVERRIDE THE TAX LEVY LIMIT ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §3- C"; and
WHEREAS, in the event the Town of Ulysses annual tax levy exceeds the allowable tax levy limit due to their
own decisions or cost increases outside their control, New York State has the authority to penalize the Town
unless the Town has formally given itself permission to exceed the tax cap, and
WHEREAS, adopting this local law is not predictive of the final tax levy but will provide the Town of Ulysses
Town Board the flexibility to exceed the Property Tax Cap if it is deemed necessary, and
WHEREAS the Public Hearing on September 10, 2019 was publicized in the Ithaca Journal on Friday, August 23,
2019,
Therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board enacts a local law to override the tax levy limit for the fiscal
year 2020, as follows:
LOCAL LAW # 2 OF 2019: TO OVERRIDE THE TAX LEVY LIMIT ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §3-C
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses as follows:
Section 1. Legislative Intent: It is the intent of this local law to override the limit on the amount of real property
taxes that may be levied by the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins pursuant to General Municipal Law §3-c,
and to allow the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins to adopt a town budget for (a) town purposes, (b) fire
protection districts, and (c) any other special or improvement district, and Town improvements provided
pursuant to Town Law Article 12-C, governed by the Town Board for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2020
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and ending December 31, 2020 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the “tax levy limit” as defined
by General Municipal Law §3-c.
Section 2. Authority: This local law is adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law §3-c, which
expressly authorizes the Town Board to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by
vote of at least sixty percent (60%) of the Town Board.
Section 3. Tax Levy Limit Override: The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, County of Tompkins is hereby
authorized to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2020 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the limit
specified in General Municipal Law §3-c.
Section 4. Severability: If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this Local Law or the
application thereof to any person, firm or corporation, or circumstance, shall be adjudged by any court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such order or judgment shall not affect, impair, or
invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph,
subdivision, or part of this Local Law or in its application to the person, individual, firm or corporation or
circumstance, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment or order shall be rendered.
Section 5. Effective date: This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
AND FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk file this local law with the Secretary of State as required by law.
SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-20
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-159: Official Map For Town Of Ulysses
WHEREAS having an accurate map of the Town of Ulysses provides a clear record of the town roads and other
features; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses adopted an Official Map in 1972 and updated it in 1980; and
WHEREAS several roads have been added and one road abandoned since 1980 and other details had changed,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board adopts the Official Map provided by T.G. Miller as presented at the
September 10, 2019 meeting, with two changes made if possible:
Clarification of Cemetery Road to better reflect ownership of the road
The addition of Tamarack and Larchmont roads in the Village of Trumansburg
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
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Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-160: Inter-Fund Loan From DA Fund Balance To Capital Fund HB For Seed
Money For The Cemetery Road Bridge Replacement Project
WHEREAS the DA and newly formed HB Capital Fund are the same tax base, and
WHEREAS General Municipal Law, §9-a allows for inter-fund loan which states that any such temporary
advance shall be authorized in the same manner as prescribed by general, special or local law for making
budgetary transfers between appropriations. And that suitable records shall be kept of each temporary
advance, and
WHEREAS Resolution 2019-120: Approval of Capital Project Bank Account approved the opening of a bank
account for the HB Capital fund for the Cemetery Bridge Replacement project, and
WHEREAS at this point in the year there is no foreseen short fall in revenue or proportionally significant excess
in expenditures, and
WHEREAS the bank account for the Cemetery Bridge Replacement Capital Fund (HB) requires seed money to
open the account, and
WHEREAS the HB fund will pay back the DA fund with money received by the grant from reimbursement,
Therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board approves the temporary fund loan of $30,000 from DA fund
balance to the HB fund.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-161: Approval Of MOU With Village For A Recreation Director
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses wishes to continue and strengthen their joint support of local youth and
recreation programs and
WHEREAS, the Village’s Trustees voted to support the Updated version of the memorandum of understanding
but expressed a desire to finalize language with the Town, now therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes Supervisor Elizabeth Thomas to sign a final Memorandum
of Understanding negotiated with the Village of Trumansburg to maintain support for programs and transfer
administrative responsibility to the Town of Ulysses effective January 1, 2020.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
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Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-162: Inter-Fund Loan Forgiveness B Fund, SW-1, SW-4
WHEREAS two historic inter-fund loans exist in the Town’s municipal accounting software between the B fund
and Water District 1 for $1000 as well as the B fund and Water District 4 for $900, totaling $1900, and
WHEREAS throughout at least 12 years, multiple departments have attempted to locate any documentation or
resolutions passed regarding these inter-fund loans and have not located any reference to these loans, and
WHEREAS according to research by staff of the State Comptroller’s guidelines, it is proper to have a record of
loan forgiveness if no records or documentation can be found,
WHEREAS, any further time and expense spent to find documentation of these loans would exceed the cost of
these loans,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board approves the forgiveness of inter-fund loans between the B
fund and the SW-1 fund, and the B fund and SW-4 fund for the combined total of $1,900, and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Bookkeeper is authorized to make the proper journal entry for this loan
forgiveness.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-163: Cemetery Road Ownership
WHEREAS the ownership of roads within a municipality needs to be clear to know which municipality
maintains which part of what roads; and
WHEREAS according to New York State, the Town of Ulysses owns 0.14 miles of Cemetery Road; and
WHEREAS according to Tompkins County records found at
https://tompkinscounty.maps.arcgis.com/apps/InformationLookup/index.html?appid=d3cbf04ff83f4
5d5a29137514fd2aad8, the Town of Ulysses owns Cemetery Road from NYS Route 96 to the intersection of
Falls Road; and
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses recently paid to have its section of Cemetery Road paved,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses clarifies that it owns both lanes of the section of Cemetery Road from NYS
Route 96 to the intersection of Falls Road.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-164: Request To Re-Install The Stop Sign On Cemetery Road At The
Intersection Of Falls Road
WHEREAS the Village of Trumansburg recently removed a stop sign at the intersection of Cemetery Road and
Falls Road, an intersection it shares with the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS for drivers turning left off Falls Road onto Cemetery Road, the sight distance is dangerously impaired
due to the elevation drop of Cemetery Road going north (right), and also from the stone building in the
cemetery that is set only a few feet from the edge of the shoulder of Cemetery Road on the corner of Falls
Road, blocking the view,
WHEREAS the Town Highway Superintendent feels that the safest situation would be a 4-way stop sign,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town authorizes the Highway Superintendent to install a stop sign at Cemetery Road
heading north to make this a 4 way stop,
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board requests that the Village of Trumansburg reinstall the stop sign at this
shared municipal intersection to protect the safety of all residents and drivers turning left onto Cemetery Road
from Falls Road, and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board respectfully requests that the Village of Trumansburg have a dialog in
the future about decisions affecting traffic flow in areas where the municipal roads meet.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs nay
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-165: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 8/13/19.
Moved: Mr. Hertzler Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-166: Approval Of Claims
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RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims # 388-433 in the total amount of $143,623.00.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
*Resolution 2019-167: Establishing Rate Of Pay For Transitional Bookkeeping
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses currently has no Bookkeeper, but a Bookkeeper is essential to keep the bills
paid as well as other critical aspects of the Town; and
WHEREAS Michelle E. Wright is willing to temporarily take on the role of Bookkeeper until a permanent
Bookkeeper can be found; and
WHEREAS this will require her to increase her hours up to 31 hours/week; and
WHEREAS Nina Thompson, the former Bookkeeper, has agreed to assist during this time of transition, but only
for very limited hours,
Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes an increase in hours for Michelle E. Wright, up to 30
hours/week at $25.40/hour for the rest of 2019, and
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes an hourly rate of pay for the former Bookkeeper, Nina
Thompson, to be $25.40/hour for the time she spends assisting the town for a short period of time during the
transition to a new Bookkeeper.
Moved: Mr. Hertzler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/10/19
SEPTEMBER 13th, 2019: SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-168: Appointment Of Bookkeeper
RESOLVED that when the Bookkeeper is appointed by the Town Supervisor, the Town Board authorizes a pay
rate of $25.40/hour for 30 hours/week through 2019.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
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Date Adopted: 9/13/19
SEPTEMBER 24th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-169: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for September 24, 2019 with the addition of a
resolution to acknowledge and appreciate Tom Major.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/24/19
*Resolution 2019-170: Relevy Of Water District 3 Delinquent Water Charges
WHEREAS, Town Code Chapter 200-10(C)(2) provides for delinquent water bills, taxes, assessments, fees,
rents, or other service charges of Water District 3 to be placed on the ensuing year's tax roll as a re-levy; and
WHEREAS, Town Code Chapter 200-10(C)(2) defines delinquent as "a period of at least 60 calendar days as of
October 1 of any year"; and
WHEREAS, customers with delinquent amounts may still make payments through Sept. 30, 2019,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves the re-levy of any unpaid delinquent
water charges in Ulysses Water District 3 to the 2020 Town and County Tax Roll; and be it further
RESOLVED, that after Oct. 1, 2019, a certified copy of this resolution along with a listing of the properties with
re-levied water charges will be sent to the Tompkins County Assessment Department by the Town Receiver of
Taxes for the purpose of adding these delinquent charges to the 2020 Town and County Tax Roll.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/24/19
*Resolution 2019-171: Appreciation Of Tom Major
WHEREAS, Tom Major has dedicated decades to the organizing and running of the Village’s Youth Recreation
Program and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg and the Town of Ulysses have agreed to move the program
administration to the Town starting in 2020 and to seek a year-round director,
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WHEREAS, that the Ulysses Town Board appreciates the many contributions Tom Major has made to the
Recreation Program, the quality of life for our community, and to thousands of young people in our
community over his long public service career, now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board recognizes Tom Major as a champion for youth and thanks him for
leaving a strong legacy and foundation for future programming.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/24/19
*Resolution 2019-172: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting and public
hearing on 9/10/19; and the special meeting on 9/13/19.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/24/19
OCTOBER 8th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-173: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for October 8, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
*Resolution 2019-174: State Environmental Quality Review Act Declaration Of Lead Agency
For A Local Law To Amend The Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses (hereafter “Town Board”) finds it necessary to amend Town
of Ulysses Zoning Local Law, and
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WHEREAS, the Town Board seeks to ensure maximum consistency with the adopted 2009 Ulysses
Comprehensive Plan and related Future Land Use Plan and the adopted 2013 Ulysses Agriculture and Farmland
Protection Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board directed that a draft local law, entitled “A Local Law to Amend the Town of Ulysses
Zoning Law,” be prepared for the Town Board's consideration; and
WHEREAS, 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requires that a Lead
Agency be established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state
environmental law; and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review, the Lead Agency shall
be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and carrying out the action; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board is the local agency with primary responsibility for approving the action; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has compared the proposed action with the criteria for determining significance in
SEQRA 6 NYCRR 617.7;
Now Therefore, be it
RESOLVED, by the Town Board as follows:
The Town Board of the Town Ulysses hereby determines that the action is subject to SEQRA.
The Town Board hereby determines that the action does not involve a Federal agency, and does not involve
other agencies, except that the Town Board has sought the advisory input of the Planning Board and the
Zoning Update Steering Committee, which had representation from the Planning Board, the Board of Zoning
Appeals, the Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Committee and the Agricultural Committee as well as
the Jacksonville Community Association.
The Town Board hereby makes a preliminary determination that the proposed zoning changes are a Type I
Action under State Environmental Quality Review Act Section 617.4, and the Town Board hereby establishes
itself as Lead Agency for purposes of SEQRA for this Action.
A public hearing with reference to the above-described proposed Local Law shall be held on Monday,
November 18, at 7pm at the Trumansburg Fire Hall. The Town Clerk of the Town of Ulysses is hereby
authorized to publish a notice of said public hearing in the Ithaca Journal and to give notice thereof to the
Tompkins County Department of Planning and to other municipalities, boards and agencies entitled to notice
thereof.
A copy of the proposed Zoning Law and a copy of this Resolution shall be sent by the Town Clerk of the Town
of Ulysses to all persons entitled to notice pursuant to NY Town Law §264 and NY General Municipal Law §239-
m including to wit,
The Ulysses Planning Board,
The Ulysses Zoning Board of Appeals,
Building and Code Inspector of the Town of Ulysses,
Tompkins County Department of Planning,
Clerk of the Tompkins County Legislature,
Seneca County
Schuyler County
Town of Covert
Town of Hector
Town of Enfield
Town of Lansing
Town of Ithaca
N.Y. State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets,
N.Y. State Commissioner of Environmental Conservation, and
N.Y. State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Moved: Mr. Hertzler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
*Resolution 2019-175: Appointment Of A Bookkeeper
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses Town Board appoints Gloria Cassetti to the position of Ulysses Bookkeeper
at the rate of $25.40/hour through December 31, 2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
*Resolution 2019-176: Adoption Of 2020 Preliminary Budget And Setting Of Public Hearing
WHEREAS the Town Supervisor presented the 2020 Tentative Budget to the Town Clerk and the Town Board
on September 24, 2019, and
WHEREAS the Town Board discussed and considered the 2020 Tentative Budget at meetings on 9/24, 9/25 and
9/26/2019,
Now, therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the Preliminary Budget for 2020 as presented at the 10/08/2019
meeting for the Town of Ulysses, with a 3.69% increase in the tax levy and a 1.9% tax rate decrease for Town
residents outside the Village of Trumansburg, and an 8% levy increase and 1.32% tax rate increase for Village
of Trumansburg residents, and further
RESOLVED that the Town Board hold a public hearing at 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY, on Tuesday, October
22, 2019 at 7p.m. for the purpose of hearing public comments on the Town of Ulysses 2020 Preliminary
Budget.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
*Resolution 2019-177: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the special town board meetings on 9/3,
9/25, and 9/26; and the regular meeting on 9/24/2019.
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Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
*Resolution 2019-178: Approval Of Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves payment of claims #1 through 4 in the HA fund in the
amount of $8,058.75; and #434-475 in all other funds in the amount of $63,080.68.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/8/19
OCTOBER 22nd, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-179: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for October 22, 2019.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-180: Approval Of The 2020 Budget For The Town Of Ulysses
WHEREAS the Town Supervisor presented the 2020 Tentative Budget to the Town Clerk and the Town Board
on September 24, 2019, and
WHEREAS the Town Board discussed and considered the 2020 Tentative Budget at meetings on 9/24/19,
9/25/2019, and 9/26/2019, and
WHEREAS the Town Board adopted the 2020 Preliminary Budget on October 8, 2019 and set the Public
Hearing date for October 22, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Ulysses Town Hall; and
WHEREAS notice of the Public Hearing was in the newspaper on October 11, 2019 and also posted to the
town’s email listserv, and website, and
WHEREAS a Public Hearing was held on October 22, 2019 where all members of the pubic were able to
comment on the Preliminary Budget, and
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WHEREAS the tax levy limit set by the New York State Office of the State Comptroller for the Town of Ulysses
for the year 2020 is 4%,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the 2020 Preliminary Budget to become the Final Budget for 2020 for
the Town of Ulysses with a resulting 3.69% increase in the overall tax levy which is within the tax levy cap of
4% resulting in a
1.90% decrease in the final tax rate of $2.640090/$1,000 taxable assessed value (TAV) for Ulysses residents
living outside the Village of Trumansburg and
1.32% increase in the final tax rate of $1.225487/$1,000 TAV for residents living inside the Village of
Trumansburg.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-181: State Environmental Quality Review Act: Re-Declaration Of Lead
Agency For A Local Law To Repeal And Replace Chapter 212 Of The Town Of Ulysses Code
(Zoning Law)
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses (hereafter “Town Board”) adopted a resolution number 174
of 2019 on October 8, 2019 titled “STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW ACT DECLARATION OF LEAD
AGENCY FOR A LOCAL LAW TO AMEND THE TOWN OF ULYSSES ZONING LAW”, and
WHEREAS, since then there have been some changed circumstances including the discovery of the omission of
some provisions in the draft law that was presented on October 8, 2019, and a decision to repeal and enact a
new zoning law (as opposed to merely amending the existing zoning law), and
WHEREAS, in light of these developments the Town Board wishes to rescind its Resolution Number 174 of
2019 adopted at the October 8, 2019 Town Board meeting and in its stead adopt this new resolution, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of Ulysses finds it necessary to repeal in its entirety the Town of Ulysses Zoning
Local Law as codified in Chapter 212 of the Codified Laws of the Town, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board seeks to ensure maximum consistency with the adopted 2009 Ulysses
Comprehensive Plan and related Future Land Use Plan and the adopted 2013 Ulysses Agriculture and Farmland
Protection Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board directed that a draft local law, entitled “A LOCAL LAW REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY
THE TOWN OF ULYSSES ZONING LAW AS ADOPTED BY LOCAL LAW NUMBER 3 OF 2013, AMENDED FROM TIME
TO TIME, AND CODIFIED AS CHAPTER 212 OF THE LAWS OF THE TOWN OF ULYSSES, AND IN ITS PLACE
ADOPTING A NEW ZONING LAW,” be prepared for the Town Board's consideration; and
WHEREAS, 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requires that a Lead
Agency be established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state
environmental law; and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review, the Lead Agency shall
be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and carrying out the action; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board is the local agency with primary responsibility for approving the action; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has compared the proposed action with the criteria for determining significance in
SEQRA 6 NYCRR 617.7;
Now, Therefore, be it
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RESOLVED, by the Town Board as follows:
The Town Board rescinds its Resolution Number 174 of 2019 adopted at the October 8, 2019 Town Board
meeting and its stead adopt this new resolution, and
The Town Board of the Town Ulysses hereby determines that the action is subject to SEQRA.
The Town Board hereby determines that the action does not involve a Federal agency, and does not involve
other agencies, except that the Town Board has sought the advisory input of the Planning Board and the
Zoning Update Steering Committee, which had representation from the Planning Board, the Board of Zoning
Appeals, the Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Committee and the Agricultural Committee as well as
the Jacksonville Community Association.
The Town Board hereby makes a preliminary determination that the proposed zoning changes are a Type I
Action under State Environmental Quality Review Act Section 617.4, and the Town Board hereby establishes
itself as Lead Agency for purposes of SEQRA for this Action.
A copy of the proposed Zoning Law and a copy of this Resolution shall be sent by the Town Clerk of the Town
of Ulysses to all persons entitled to notice pursuant to NY Town Law §264 and NY General Municipal Law §239-
m including, to wit,
The Ulysses Planning Board,
The Ulysses Zoning Board of Appeals,
Building and Code Inspector of the Town of Ulysses,
Tompkins County Department of Planning,
Clerk of the Tompkins County Legislature,
Seneca County
Schuyler County
Town of Covert
Town of Hector
Town of Enfield
Town of Lansing
Town of Ithaca
N.Y. State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets,
N.Y. State Commissioner of Environmental Conservation, and
N.Y. State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
Moved: Mr. Hertzler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-182: Introducing And Setting A Public Hearing On A Local Law Repealing
In Its Entirety The Town Of Ulysses Zoning Law As Adopted By Local Law Number 3 Of 2013
Amended From Time To Time, And Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of
Ulysses, And In Its Place Adopting A New Zoning Law
WHEREAS, the Town Board received a draft of the proposed local law to amend the Town’s zoning laws and at
a duly convened meeting of the Town Board on October 8, 2019, set a public hearing to be held on November
18, 2019, and
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WHEREAS, some changes have since been made to the draft local law as well as a decision to repeal and
replace rather than amend the existing zoning law, and
WHEREAS, an updated proposed Local Law titled: A LOCAL LAW REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY THE TOWN OF
ULYSSES ZONING LAW AS ADOPTED BY LOCAL LAW NUMBER 3 OF 2013, AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, AND
CODIFIED AS CHAPTER 212 OF THE LAWS OF THE TOWN OF ULYSSES, AND IN ITS PLACE ADOPTING A NEW
ZONING LAW was introduced at a Town Board meeting on Oct. 22, 2019, and
WHEREAS, Municipal Home Rule Law §20(5) requires that a public hearing before a local law is adopted by the
Town Board, which public hearing must be held upon at least ten days’ notice; and
WHEREAS, Town Law §264(4) also requires that a public hearing be held prior to adopting (or amending)
zoning regulations,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board shall hold a public hearing on November 18, 2019 at 7:00pm at the
Trumansburg Fire Hall, 74 W. Main Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886 on the proposed Local Law Repealing in Its
Entirety the Town of Ulysses Zoning Law as Adopted by Local Law Number 3 of 2013, Amended From Time to
Time, and Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of Ulysses, And In Its Place Adopting A New
Zoning Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall cause notice of such public hearing to be published and posted as
required by law, at least ten days before the date thereof.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019- 183: Waiving Marriage License Fees For Active Duty Military
WHEREAS, on Aug. 18, 2019, Governor Cuomo signed a bill waiving New York State's portion of the marriage
license fee (currently $22.50) for active duty military personnel, and
WHEREAS, the bill also provides for towns and cities to elect to waive their portion of the fee (currently
$17.50) for a marriage license and certificate,
NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED that to support those serving our country, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby
waives the Town’s portion of the marriage license and certificate fee for active duty military personnel, subject
to proof of military identification and duty status to the Town Clerk.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-184: Setting A Joint Public Hearing For The Fire Protection District Of The
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Towns Of Ulysses, Hector And Covert
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board will hold a joint Public Hearing on the 2020 Fire Contract to provide
fire protection for the Fire Protection District of the Towns of Ulysses, Hector, and Covert at the Ulysses Town
Hall on November 12, 2019 at 7:00pm.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-185: Adopting A Policy For Mailbox Replacement For The Highway
Department
WHEREAS the Highway Department is responsible for taking reasonable steps to keep Town and County roads
clear of ice and snow during the winter months and the rights-of-ways free of tall vegetation during the rest of
the year, and
WHEREAS the NYS Attorney General has ruled that mailboxes installed in a public right-of-way are not subject
to repair by the municipality in which they reside, and
WHEREAS many Town residents have installed their mailboxes within the road right-of-way, and
WHEREAS while Highway Department Personnel make every attempt to avoid damage to mailboxes that are
placed in a road right-of-way, sometimes damage to these mailboxes that are too near the road does occur,
and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses Highway Superintendent and Town Board want to have a clear policy on repair
or replacement of mailboxes that are in a Town or County road right-of-way,
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the following is the Town of Ulysses policy for mailbox replacement:
Mailboxes should be installed outside of the road right-of-way, but may be installed in the road right-of-way as
long as the post is no closer than 3 feet from the edge of the pavement.
If an installed mailbox, or its post, in the right-of-way is damaged by the Town of Ulysses during regular
maintenance of the roads, the Town of Ulysses Highway Department will make repairs as follows:
The Town will replace the mailbox and/or post if, after inspection by the highway department, the damage
was determined to be caused by the Town of Ulysses, not by other causes such as rotted wood or rusted metal
or another preexisting defect.
If damaged, the post will be replaced with a 4” pressure treated post.
If damaged, the mailbox will be replaced with a standard metal mailbox.
The mailbox and post replacement will be completed as soon as possible, but in no case longer than within 6
months of the damage.
A temporary box and post may be necessary if the ground is frozen or for other reasons.
Specialty mailboxes or posts will be replaced according to the specifications above. The replacement will not
replicate specialty posts or boxes.
The Town will consider the mailbox or post as “damaged” if the post and/or mailbox is no longer usable.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
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Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-186: Authorizing Review Of The Municipal Cooperative Agreement (MCA)
Governing The Town’s Participation In The Health Care Consortium
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is a founding member of the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health
Insurance Consortium (Consortium), and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Cooperative Agreement requires all partners to review and provide amendment
language, if any, regarding the MCA by March 1st of the anniversary of the fifth year, which is March 1, 2020
and
WHEREAS, the Consortium's Board of Directors needs to review, discuss and make decisions on any proposed
changes to the Municipal Cooperative Agreement prior to March 2020,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board charges the Health Consortium representatives Rich Goldman, Nancy
Zahler and Carissa Parlato with reviewing the MCA and bringing any proposed changes or comments to the
Town Board by December 10, 2019 for discussion to comply with the Consortium's requested January 1, 2020
deadline for written comments.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Discussion- need to look at retiree policy, two person policy, costs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
*Resolution 2019-187 : Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes of the regular Town Board meeting on 10/8/19.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/22/19
NOVEMBER 12th, 2019: REGUALR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-188: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for November 12, 2019 with the deletion of
agenda item 5c; the additions of: approval of contract with Taitem Engineering, an executive session to discuss
the appointment, compensation, and performance of a particular person, and the advice of counsel.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-189: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the Town Board
meeting on 11/12/2019.
B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
B 9010.8 NYS RETIREMENT INCREASE 3,498.33
Underestimate of B fund related salary and retirement tier contribution.
B 1990.4 Contingency Account DECREASE 3,498.33
Balance of contingency account after this modification is $501.67
DA FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
DA 9010.8 NYS RETIREMENT INCREASE 2,192.50
Underestimate of DA fund related salary and retirement tier contribution.
DA 9060.8 Health Insurance DECREASE 2,192.50
Known and confirmed underspending in this line in 2019 due to DA employees non
participation in health insurance provided by Town.
DB FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
DB 9010.8 NYS RETIREMENT INCREASE 1,316.00
Underestimate of DB fund related salary and retirement tier contribution.
DB 9060.8 Health Insurance DECREASE 1,316.00
Known and confirmed underspending in this line in 2019 due to DB employees non
participation in health insurance provided by Town.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
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*Resolution 2019-190: Approval Of The Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #476 through 538 in the amount of $162,201.32
and WD3 Capital Project claims #3-7 in the amount of $5335.45 for a total of $167,536.77.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Zahler noted that the town reduced the payment to Taitem by 10% for services not yet rendered.
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-191: Approving The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of
Trumansburg (MOTION FAILED)
WHEREAS, a fire protection district known as “the Fire Protection District of the Towns of Ulysses, Hector and
Covert” (hereafter referred to as “the Fire Protection District”) has been duly established in the said towns;
and
WHEREAS, the Fire Protection District encompasses the following territory in the Town of Ulysses: All of the
Town of Ulysses, excepting the area within the limits of the incorporated Village of Trumansburg; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg (hereafter referred to as “the Village”) maintains a volunteer fire
department, with adequate and suitable apparatus, equipment and training for the furnishing of fire
protection services within the Fire Protection District; and
WHEREAS, Town Law §184 permits a town to contract with a village which maintains adequate and suitable
apparatus and appliances for the furnishing of fire protection services in such fire protection district; and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to contract with the Village to provide fire protection services in the Fire
Protection District; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing as required by §184 of the Town Law was duly advertised on November 12, 2019,
and was held on November 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Ulysses Town Hall,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby approves and authorizes execution of the attached Agreement
between the Village and the Town, whereby the Village will provide the Town with fire protection capable of
responding to fire related and health related emergencies on an ongoing basis within the Fire Protection
District, for the period from January 1, 2020 until December 31, 2020. And be it further
RESOLVED that, pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $231,759 for such
services, on or before March 1, 2020. And be it further
RESOLVED that, the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement on
behalf of the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Mr. Boggs shared a document with the board showing village EMS/Fire fund surpluses. He thinks that the
board should encourage the village to create clearer line items to track this. Mr. Goldman added that if the
town pursues this it would only be fair to pay for overages as well and not just receive the surpluses.
The board further discussed whether this issue could be helped by adding language to the contract, and
whether high equipment costs can be managed by being more modest.
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler abstain
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Mr. Boggs abstain
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 2-0
MOTION FAILED.
*Resolution 2019-192: Approving The Ambulance Services Contract With The Village Of
Trumansburg
WHEREAS, the Town Board established the Town of Ulysses Ambulance District by resolution adopted on
March 12, 2013; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Town Law §198(10-f) (a) (ii) and (iii), the Town Board is authorized to contract with a
municipal corporation on behalf of an ambulance district for provision of ambulance services; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg (hereafter referred to as “The Village”), a municipal corporation,
maintains an ambulance department with a basic and advanced life support transporting ambulance service;
and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to provide ambulance services to its residents in the Town of Ulysses Ambulance
District; and
WHEREAS, such emergency services are vital and necessary to the health and welfare of the inhabitants of the
Town; and
WHEREAS, in joint cooperation as contemplated by General Municipal Law 122-b, the Town and the Village
wish to cooperate to provide an ambulance service to persons situated in the Town of Ulysses Ambulance
District;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, on behalf of the Town of Ulysses Ambulance District, hereby approves
and authorizes execution of the attached Agreement between the Village and the Town, whereby the Village
will provide the Town with basic and advanced life support emergency medical ambulance services, which
complies with the regulations of the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical
Services to serve the emergency medical needs of those persons within the boundaries of the Town of Ulysses
Ambulance District. Services to be provided include Basic Life Support transport and treatment and arranging
for or providing Advanced Life Support Treatment. And be it further
RESOLVED that pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $442,630 for such
services, on or before March 1, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to Town Law §198(11), the Agreement shall be executed by the
signatures of a majority of the members of the Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Mr. Boggs has the same concerns with this as with the fire contract.
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs abstain
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 3-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-193: Approval Of 12-Month CD Investment
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses seeks to expand avenues of revenue to best serve tax payers; and
WHEREAS the Town’s investment policy specifically allows for investment in Certificates of Deposit (CDs); and
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WHEREAS General Municipal Law, Sections 11 and 39 allow local governments to temporarily invest in CDs
moneys not required for immediate expenditure; and
WHEREAS by resolution number 2019-9, the Ulysses Town Board designated the Tompkins Trust Company as
the Financial Institution for the deposit of the public funds of the Town; and
WHEREAS Tompkins Trust has provided rate quotes to the Town for a 6-month CD at a rate of 1.25% and 12-
month CD at 1.9%; and
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Supervisor is the authorized custodian of the Town’s bank accounts and has the
authority to conduct banking business on behalf of the Town; and
WHEREAS The Town Supervisor is directed to obtain from the Tompkins Trust Company prior to committing
Town funds to be invested in a CD that any deposit of Town funds in excess of the amount insured under the
Federal Deposit Insurance Act shall be secured in the manner provided by NY General Municipal Law Section
10; and
WHEREAS there is an amount of $594,307 in reserves in the Town’s Consolidated Savings Account and
$37,542 in the Snow and Ice Savings Account that is not set to be used in the 2020 financial year and is
therefore not required for any immediate expenditure,
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board grants the Ulysses Town Supervisor authorization to open a 6-month
CD in the amount of $152,343 and a 12-month CD in the amount of $457,030 at the Tompkins Trust Company;
and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board grants the Ulysses Town Supervisor authorization to close the CD
after 6 and 12-months; and further
RESOLVED that upon closure of the 6 and 12-month CD, the Bookkeeper to the Supervisor will distribute
interest pursuant to General Municipal Law Section 11, which states that interest made on pooled fund
investments will be proportionally distributed according to the total figure invested by fund; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Supervisor is directed to obtain from the Tompkins Trust Company prior to
committing Town funds to be invested in a CD that any deposit of Town funds in excess of the amount insured
under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act shall be secured in the manner provided by NY General Municipal Law
Section 10, and further
RESOLVED that the Town Bookkeeper shall periodically report to the Town Board whenever information is
received from Tompkins Trust Company regarding this investment; and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Clerk shall provide this as a certified resolution to Tompkins Trust Company.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-194: Appointment To The Planning Board
WHEREAS, Steve Manley submitted his resignation from his seat on the Ulysses Planning Board effective
October 23, 2019 and
WHEREAS, this creates a vacancy in the seat with a term ending December 31, 2021 and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board and the Planning Board wish to have all seats filled to fulfill their
responsibilities,
Now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that Planning Board Alternate, Linda Liddle, be appointed to serve as a full member on the Ulysses
Planning Board effective November 12, 2019 through December 31, 2021.
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Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-195: Appointment Of Search Committee For Recreation Director
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has created a new part-time year-round Recreation Director position effective
January 1, 2020, and
WHEREAS, the Town will need to appoint a Recreation Director that meets the qualifications outlined in the
Tompkins County Civil Service position description, and
WHEREAS, the position is intended to promote coordination and cooperation among public and private
recreational programs, among other duties,
Now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses appoints a search committee to interview qualified candidates and
recommend a Recreation Director to be appointed by the Town, and further
RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoints
Nancy Zahler from the Town of Ulysses as Chair of the Recreation Director Search Committee,
Ben Carver from the Village of Trumansburg,
Jon Gregory from the Trumansburg-Ulysses Youth Commission,
Jason Hodge from the Trumansburg School District, and
Tara Masters from Trumansburg Community Recreation (TCR)
A representative of the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts (TCFA)
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Mr. Goldman expressed concern that TCR may have a conflict of interest in this role.
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-196: Approval Of Contract With Taitem Engineering
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses received a NYSERDA grant to design and install an energy efficient heat pump
system and new duct work and electrical upgrades to heat and cool the Town Hall and
WHEREAS, Taitem Engineering has been contracted to design the specifications for a new system and
WHEREAS, the Town Board team is ready to issue Requests for Proposals but needs technical assistance to
develop them and
WHEREAS, the Town Board team has requested that the Town of Ulysses contract with Taitem Engineering to
prepare the Requests for Proposals and
WHEREAS there are sufficient funds remaining in the contracts already approved for design to cover this added
service, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses enter into a contract with Taitem Engineering for $1700 to develop
Requests for Proposal, which increases the contractual total approved by the Town to $19,500.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-197: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the public on 10/22.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
*Resolution 2019-198: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the regular town board meetings on
10/22.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas absent
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/12/19
NOVEMBER 26th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-199: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for November 26, 2019 with the addition of
an Executive Session at the beginning of the meeting for the advice of counsel; an Executive Session at the end
of the meeting for the promotion of a particular person; and deletion of item #6c (will move to the 12/10
meeting agenda).
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-200: SEQRA Negative Declaration Of Significance For The Adoption Of
Local Law # __ Of 20--__, A Local Law Repealing In Its Entirety The Town Of Ulysses Zoning
Law As Adopted By Local Law Number 3 Of 2013 Amended From Time To Time, And
Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of Ulysses And Its Place Adopting A New
Zoning Law
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses (hereafter “Town Board”) finds it necessary to repeal in its
entirety the current Ulysses Zoning Law adopted by Local Law Number 3 of 2013 and amended from time, to
time, and codified as Chapter 212 of the Laws of the Town of Ulysses and its place to adopt a new Zoning Law;
and
WHEREAS, The Town Board has determined that the action is a Type I action under 6 NYCRR
Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), and on October 22, 2019 declared itself Lead
Agency for the purpose of conducting an uncoordinated environmental review in connection with approval by
the Town; and
WHEREAS, The Town of Ulysses Planning Board and Zoning Update Steering Committee reviewed the draft
local law at the request of the Town Board; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board is the only agency charged with taking action in connection with the adoption of
this Local Law, which action is purely legislative in nature; and
WHEREAS, The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, acting as the Lead agency in its uncoordinated
environmental review in accordance with Article 8 of SEQRA, thoroughly reviewed the Environmental
Assessment Form (“EAF”), Parts I and 2, and the Impact Analysis of the Proposed Zoning Amendments,
including the findings noted therein (which findings are incorporated herein as if set forth at length-see
appendix), and any and all other documents prepared and submitted with respect to this proposed action and
its environmental review, and thoroughly analyzed the potential relevant areas of environmental concern to
determine if the proposed action may have a significant adverse impact on the environment, including the
criteria identified in 6 NYCRR §617.7(c), and (iii) completed the EAF, Part 3; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has compared the proposed action with the criteria for determining significance in
SEQRA 6 NYCRR 617.7;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, based upon its thorough review of the EAF, Parts 1 and 2, and the
Impact Analysis of the Proposed Zoning Amendments, including the findings noted therein (which findings are
incorporated herein as if set forth at length), and any and all other documents prepared and submitted with
respect to this proposed action, and in comparison with the Criteria for Determining Significance found at 6
NYCRR Part 617.7, hereby makes a negative declaration of environmental significance (“Negative Declaration”)
in accordance with SEQR for the above referenced proposed zoning amendments and that the preparation of a
Draft Environmental Impact Statement is not required; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
that this determination is based on the following facts and conclusions:
1. Adoption of the Local Law will not result in any direct action or physical change to the environment.
2. Any changes to the environment that may occur from adoption of the Local Law would be indirect and result
from future undertakings that would be permitted by the Local Law.
3. Adoption of the Local Law will reduce the density of residential development permitted in the Town and will
likely preserve land, natural resources, and the viability of agricultural resources in the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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DISCUSSION:
Mr. Goldman wants to make sure that adopting the SEQR will not have any unseen implications. Ms. Sokoni
responded that it in no way indicates adoption of the zoning.
Ms. Zahler wondered whether we are really reducing density as stated in #3. Ms. Thomas explained the
accuracy of this.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-201: Approving The Fire Protection District Contract With The Village Of
Trumansburg
WHEREAS, a fire protection district known as “the Fire Protection District of the Towns of Ulysses, Hector and
Covert” (hereafter referred to as “the Fire Protection District”) has been duly established in the said towns;
and
WHEREAS, the Fire Protection District encompasses the following territory in the Town of Ulysses: All of the
Town of Ulysses, excepting the area within the limits of the incorporated Village of Trumansburg; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg (hereafter referred to as “the Village”) maintains a volunteer fire
department, with adequate and suitable apparatus, equipment and training for the furnishing of fire
protection services within the Fire Protection District; and
WHEREAS, Town Law §184 permits a town to contract with a village which maintains adequate and suitable
apparatus and appliances for the furnishing of fire protection services in such fire protection district; and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to contract with the Village to provide fire protection services in the Fire
Protection District; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing as required by §184 of the Town Law was duly advertised on October 25, 2019,
and was held on November 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Ulysses Town Hall,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby approves and authorizes execution of the attached Agreement
between the Village and the Town, whereby the Village will provide the Town with fire protection capable of
responding to fire related and health related emergencies on an ongoing basis within the Fire Protection
District, for the period from January 1, 2020 until December 31, 2020, and be it further
RESOLVED that, pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $231,759 for such
services, on or before March 1, 2020; and be it further
RESOLVED that, the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement on
behalf of the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Zahler noted that this motion failed at the last meeting. She made an inquiry to the village as to better
tracking of reserves, as discussed at the last meeting. It was suggested the joint municipalities meet early next
year before the village budget to do this.
Mr. Boggs thanked Ms. Zahler for her work.
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-202: Acknowledging A New Highway Employee
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board understands that Highway Superintendent Scott Stewart has
appointed Bill Austin as a laborer for the Highway Department with the goal of moving to Machine Equipment
Operator (MEO) once he has the proper certifications or licenses, and further
RESOLVED the Union Contract with the Highway Department indicates the pay for a new employee laborer
without a Commercial Driver License (CDL) is $18.50 per hour.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Mr. Boggs made a friendly amendment to strike the first paragraph. This was seconded by Mr. Goldman.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-203: Designation Of A Representative To The Tompkins County
Environmental Management Council
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses appoints Cait Darfler to be the Town’s representative
to the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council (EMC) for 2020, and further
RESOLVED the Town Board appreciates Cait Darfler service to the Town and County as the current
representative to the EMC.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-204: Town Board Meeting Of December 24, 2019
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board cancels the 4th Tuesday meeting of December in 2019 and
reschedules it for Dec. 16, 2019 at 7:30pm.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
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Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-205: Appointment Of Search Committee Member For Recreation Director
Whereas, the Ulysses Town Board seeks to have a broad-based group of community stakeholders advising the
Town on the appointment of a new Recreation Director and
Whereas, the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts has identified their representative for the Search
Committee created on November 12, 2019, now therefore it
RESOLVED, that Mark Costa is appointed to the Recreation Director Search Committee as the representative
for the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-206: Set 2020 Organizational Meeting Date
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board sets the date for the Organizational Meeting on January 6, 2020
at 8am at the Ulysses Town Hall.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-207: Authorization To Move Forward On Asset Database Development
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Board has made it a priority to become GASB compliant as it pertains to Town
asset valuation, documentation and data management; and
WHEREAS a database to manage Town asset data has been identified as the preferred method; and
WHEREAS a custom built database will allow for the Town to maximize usability while providing the
opportunity to design the database in a way that matches the day to day, monthly, and annual operations that
would be required to maintain the relevance of data in the database; and
WHEREAS an online database provides maximum access and usability in a teamwork setting; and
WHEREAS Pushlar Consulting is already in contract with the Town for “Ongoing web and database
development” and has maintained a well-established professional relationship with the Town; and
WHEREAS Pushlar Consulting has quoted the Town for database design and development at 40 hours of work
at the contract rate of $80/hour for a maximum total of $3,200; and
WHEREAS there will be two annual expenses pertaining to this database: a SSL certificate and a website
hosting cost totally $200 for both; and
WHEREAS billing for this work will be in the 2020 budget year;
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Therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes Town staff, in collaboration with Pushlar Consulting, to move
forward with the development of a Town asset database, for a maximum total of $3,200.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
DISCUSSION:
Mr. Boggs asked for more information. Ms. Wright replied that the program will be web-based. Mr. Boggs and
Zahler suggested being sure that Mr. Pushlar designs it so that it could be passed along to someone else if
necessary. Mr. Boggs suggested making an outline to streamline the process to make sure that the program
will provide the data that we are looking for.
Ms. Wright explained that the data fields will be based on the information needed. Ms. Zahler inquired
whether NYS provides guidance on this. Ms. Wright said no.
Ms. Thomas explained that this will be a central location for all of the town’s many assets lists.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
*Resolution 2019-208: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from both the public hearing and regular
meeting on 11/12.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler absent
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 11/26/19
DECEMBER 10th, 2019: REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
*Resolution 2019-209: Approval Of Meeting Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for December 10, 2019 with the additions of
an executive session to discuss the promotion of a particular person, a bank agreement and hazardous
material survey; and removal of the resolution to appoint a First and Second Deputy Supervisor.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Hertzler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-210: Authorization To Acquire Hazardous Material Survey Services
WHEREAS, the design engineers for the HVAC/Heat pump project have stated the need for a hazardous
material survey for the Town Hall prior to releasing a bid document for the project; and
WHEREAS, there is no documentation for a previously conducted hazardous material survey for the Town Hall;
and
WHEREAS, two quotes have been obtained for this service and therefore compliant with the Town's
procurement policy, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes town staff to commence acquiring a hazardous material
survey services from Paradigm, not to exceed $3800.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Zahler asked whether this would be required for other contractors in the future.
Mr. Myers summarized that although it is required, it is not generally enforced.
Mr. Goldman felt that the bids are not equal. Ms. Wright responded that they were not successful in finding
another company that could offer the same comprehensive services.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-211: Local Law #3 Of 2019 Repealing In Its Entirety The Town Of Ulysses
Zoning Law As Adopted By Local Law Number 3 Of 2013 Amended From Time To Time, And
Codified As Chapter 212 Of The Laws Of The Town Of Ulysses, And In Its Place Adopting A
New Zoning Law
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board (“the Town Board”) adopted a Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Ulysses
on September 28, 2009; and
WHEREAS, in this enactment the Town Board seeks to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the
community; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers; to provide
adequate light and air; to prevent overuse of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; and to
facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public
requirements, under and pursuant to Chapter 62, Articles 9 and 16, of the Consolidated Laws of New York
State. This law also seeks to regulate and restrict, the form, height, area and size of buildings and other
structures, the percentage of lots that may be occupied, the size of yards, the density of population, and the
use of buildings, structures and land for trade, industry, residence or other purposes; and
WHEREAS, through this the law and in accordance with parts of the Comprehensive Plan, the Town Board
further seeks to provide land use restrictions and regulations in order to preserve, foster and enhance the
native beauty and rural character of one of the most picturesque and charming communities in the Finger
Lakes region of New York State. Ulysses is a community well-known for its fine vistas of farmland, hills and
Cayuga Lake. This zoning law shall provide appropriate controls over the use of buildings, structures and land;
and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that a repeal and re-enactment of the Town’s Zoning Law is
necessary to achieve and implement the objectives and guidelines outlined in:
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Ulysses Comprehensive Plan (2009)
Ulysses Agriculture and Farmland Protection plan (2013)
Building Vibrant Communities in Tompkins County, a Development Focus Area Strategy (October 2012)
Southern Tier Regional Sustainability Plan (May 2013)
Tompkins Comprehensive Plan (2015),
Tompkins County Farmland Protection Plan. (2015)
Route 96 corridor management study (2012),
Tompkins County Conservation Strategy (2012)
Cayuga Lake Watershed Restoration & Protection Plan (2017)
NYS Ag and Markets law—article 25AA
National “smart growth” goals
WHEREAS, the provisions of this Zoning Law are in accordance with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, including
the following specific objectives outlined in the Comprehensive Plan:
Preserve and protect the town’s natural and environmental resources (objective 1.1 page 19)
Protect existing water resources and maintain water quality (objective 1.2 page 20)
Review and revise the existing Town regulations to more adequately protect streams in the Town through
buffer zones, setbacks, or other protection mechanisms such as a stream protection overlay zone (objective
1.2a)
Ensure to the extent possible that animal agriculture operations in the Town are managed so as to protect the
health and safety of the citizens of the Town. (objective 1.2 Action H. page 20 and 1.3 action A)
Provide a high quality of life for all residents through the proactive planning that supports the goals of the local
community, complements the existing rural character or the Town, and protects the value of natural and
environmental resources. (Objective #2.1 page 22).
Update the Town’s Zoning Law to better align with the Future Land Use Plan. (objective 2.2 Action B. page 23)
Incorporate architectural design guidelines or standards into the Town’s Zoning Law to ensure new commercial
and mixed land use development is consistent with the vision of the Town. (objective 2.1 Action C. page 22)
Incorporate the Route 96 Corridor Management Plan recommendations to maintain the rural corridor
character along Route 96 with nodes at the Village of Trumansburg and the hamlet of Jacksonville. (objective
2.1 Action A. page 22)
Incorporate land use tools in the Zoning Law that encourage the clustering of residential development to
preserve existing rural character and efficient use of municipal services. (objective 2.5 Action F. page 25)
Allow a limited amount of cluster and road frontage development in the Agricultural Priority Area of the Future
Land Use Plan. (objective 2.6 Action C. page 26)
Preserve and Protect the Town’s rural characteristics and agricultural lands. (Objective #2.6 page 26)
Allow farm-related businesses on farms as long as they remain secondary to the farm operation. (objective 3.1
Action G. page 27)
Revise the existing sign ordinance to ensure consistent and aesthetic sign design and to include appropriate
sign regulations on the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway. (objective 5.2 Action B. page 34, and Community Character
Survey Results (appendix 4, page 160).
Revise the existing outdoor lighting ordinance to prevent light pollution. (objective 5.2 Action C. page 34).
Limit building sizes based on the results from the Community Character Survey (appendix 4, page 160)
Include landscaping requirements for new commercial and residential developments where appropriate.
(objective 5.2 Action D. page 34)
Include parking design standards based on the Community Character Survey Results (appendix 4, page 151 and
160).
WHEREAS, the provisions of this Zoning Law are in accordance with the Town’s Agriculture and Farmland
Protection Plan, including the following specific objectives:
Employ best practices in subdivision/site design including the following: vegetated buffers adjacent to streams
and wetlands (section 4.2.4B).
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Develop design standards for special permits for confined animal feedlot operations (CAFO’s) as defined by the
US EPA or the NYS DEC (section 4.2.4L).
Expand Purpose Statement for Article V, §212-23-A/R Zone to focus on the contribution of agriculture
(Appendix D).
Expand uses in the A/R Zone to expand profitability of farms (appendix D).
Streams leading to Cayuga Lake should not carry polluting material or sediment in their downstream flow. The
AFPP recommended adding, “No buildings, other structures, or parking areas shall be located within 50 feet of
a stream or wetland.” (Appendix D).
Expand specific agricultural related types of commerce (Appendix D).
The Zoning Map was modified to reflect the boundaries of the future land use Agricultural Priority Area. This
extended the boundaries of the existing Agricultural area to reflect areas the community identified as
important agricultural lands during the Comprehensive Planning Process. (Appendix D2).
WHEREAS, at a meeting on October 22, 2019, a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board scheduling a
public hearing to be held by said Town Board on November 18, 2019 at 7:00 at the Ulysses Fire Station located
at 74 W. Main Street, Trumansburg, NY to hear all interested parties on a proposed Local Law entitled “Local
Law No. 3 of 2019, Repealing in its Entirety the Town of Ulysses Zoning Law as Adopted by Local Law Number 3
of 2013, Amended from Time to Time, and Codified as Chapter 212 of the Laws of the Town of Ulysses, and in
its Place Adopting a New Zoning Law”;. and
WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly published in the Ithaca Journal, that being the official
newspaper of the Town, on November 1, 2019, more than ten days prior to the scheduled public hearing, and
on the Town of Ulysses website on November 1, 2019, and posted on the Town Clerk’s bulletin board and on
the town website on November 1, 2019 and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held on November 18, 2019 at 7:00 at the Trumansburg Fire Hall, 74
West Main St. Trumansburg, NY and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on
behalf of or in opposition to said proposed Local Law, or any part thereof, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning on November 1, 2019 pursuant to section 239-m of
the General Municipal Law, recommended changes to increase buffer areas for perennial and intermittent
streams and also to include provisions to allow development of wind energy facilities, and the Town Board
decided to address these issues in a future amendment of the zoning rather than revise this version, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Agriculture reviewed the Zoning Law and submitted
recommendations that were duly reviewed and deliberated, and the Ulysses Town Board is satisfied that the
proposed Zoning Law is justified by the town, and
WHEREAS, due to concerns over water quality issues, and the proximity of much of the Town of Ulysses
Agricultural District to Cayuga Lake, and because the Town is responsible for the health, safety and welfare for
all its residents, the Town is justified to include design standards for animal waste storage facilities and
Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) and to require a special permit for these in order to ensure
placement of these facilities does not negatively impact waters in the Cayuga Lake Watershed, and
WHEREAS, notice of the proposed zoning enactment pursuant to Town Law Section 264 was served on the
following neighboring municipalities:
Town of Covert
Town of Hector
Town of Enfield
Town of Lansing
Town of Ithaca
Village of Trumansburg
Tompkins County Department of Planning
Tompkins County
Seneca County
Schuyler County
N.Y. State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets
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N.Y. State Commissioner of Environmental Conservation
N.Y. State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
The Ulysses Planning Board
The Ulysses Zoning Board of Appeals
Building and Code Inspector of the Town of Ulysses
WHEREAS, pursuant to part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to article 8 (State Environmental
Quality Review Act) of the Environmental Conservation Law, the Town Board, as lead agency, has on
November 26, 2019, made a negative declaration of environmental significance after having reviewed and
accepted the Full /Environmental Assessment Form Parts 1, 2 and 3 prepared by the Town Planning Staff, and
WHEREAS this local law was drafted with input from the Zoning Update Steering Committee, which included
one representative from each the Planning Board, Board of Zoning Appeals, Conservation and Sustainability
Advisory Committee, Agricultural Committee; and the Jacksonville Community Association; and was reviewed
by the Town of Ulysses Planning Board, and
WHEREAS the following public outreach activities were conducted in connection with this enactment:
2/27/2016 - Trumansburg Fire Hall, General Kick-off meeting.
4/14/2016 - Outreach and input meeting for ag and ag land owners.
6/6/16 - Outreach meeting for Jacksonville.
1/19/17 - Outreach meeting for Jacksonville.
10/24/17 - present draft of Ag/Rural to Town Board.
11/30/17 - Public Information sessions on all parts of the zoning.
1/11 -2/16/18 – Public comment period
4/19/2018 - Presentation to local Rotary
8/20/2018 - Open House held at Town Hall 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
8/22/2018 - Open House held at Town Hall 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
8/23/2018 - Open House held at Town Hall 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
8/30/2018 - Public Information Meeting at Trumansburg Fire Hall
8/30/2018 to 10/5/2018 – Comment period #2
2/8/2019 - Open House held at Town Hall
2/13/2019 - Open House held at Town Hall
1/25/2019 to 2/18/2019 – Comment period #3
4/23/2019 – Town Board refers draft to the Ulysses Planning Board for review.
10/22/2019-Town Board declaration of Lead Agency and notification to Interested Agencies, and sent to
Tompkins County for 239 review
10/28/2019 – Open house held at Town Hall
10/29/2019 – Open house held at Town Hall
10/30/2019 – Open house held at Town Hall
11/18/2019 – Public Hearing held at Trumansburg Fire Station.
11/20 and 11/25/19- Town Board discussion of comments from 239 review, Ag & Markets, and citizens
11/26/2019- Pass SEQR
WHEREAS, while many substantive aspects of the prior Zoning Law are not changed by this law, the
substantive changes to the Zoning Law that will be effected by this enactment include but are not limited to
the following:
This local law increases the minimum required lot size and frontage in areas that were formerly zoned Rural
Residence and Moderate Density Residence districts, and reduces the residential and commercial development
potential of these areas; and
Reducing the land available for development furthers the aims of preserving and encouraging agriculture on
viable lands and preserving both open space and the rural character of the Town; and
Preserving natural and environmental resources and protecting both surface and ground water quality; and
Ensuring that future commercial development is consistent with the Community’s vision through the use of
design guidelines; and
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WHEREAS on March 12, 2019 at a duly convened Town Board meeting the Town was served with Protest
Petitions by purported owners of tracts of land in the Town, protesting the adoption of a Section 212.29.1
regarding Limitations on Subdivisions of Parent Tracts, which proposed change has since been eliminated from
the Zoning Local Law now being adopted, and therefore the Town of Ulysses has not made any further
investigations into the validity and merits or lack thereof of the said Protest Petition which has been rendered
moot; and
WHEREAS on April 9, 2019 the Town Clerk was served with a Protest Petition by purported owners of tracts of
land in the Town, protesting the expansion of the Conservation Zone on the land use map, which proposed
change has since been eliminated from the Zoning Local Law now being adopted, and therefore the Town of
Ulysses has not made any further investigations into the validity and merits or lack thereof of the said Protest
Petition which has been rendered moot; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, after due deliberation, finds it in the best interest of the
Town to adopt said Local Law,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts said Local Law as
Local Law No. 3 of 2019, Repealing in its Entirety The Town of Ulysses Zoning Law As Adopted By Local Law
Number 3 of 2013 Amended from Time to Time, and Codified as Chapter 212 of the Laws of the Town of
Ulysses, and in its Place Adopting a New Zoning Local Law, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part
hereof, and the Town Clerk be, and hereby is, directed to enter said Local Law in the minutes of this meeting
and in the Local Law Book of the Town of Ulysses, and to file said Local Law with the Secretary of State.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Thomas
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Zahler acknowledged Ms. Marino’s earlier comments and suggested an amendment to the 15th “whereas”
paragraph to clarify that this local law was with drafted “with input” from the ZUSC. All agreed.
Ms. Thomas stated that this has been very long process, with the grant being applied for in 2014. In 2015,
consultants were hired and the steering committee appointed. She went on to thank all of the volunteers,
staff, committees, attorneys, and Town Clerk who put so much time into this and also the community who has
paid close attention.
She continued to add that it is difficult to come to decisions when so many perspectives are involved. She leans
on the guiding documents (the Comprehensive Plan, Ag and Farmland Protection Plan, County plans, and
American Farmland Trust) and the residents who gave input into those documents, and believes in making
decisions based on facts and data.
She reminded the Town Board that their job is to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of all residents. This
is difficult because it makes some people unhappy.
Extensive outreach was done for this update (15 outreach events) even though by law, only one public hearing
is required.
She added that many compromises have been made, and she is upset about the lack of land preservation, but
there are many good updates such as parking regulations, adherence to dark sky standards, expanded uses in
the ag district, clarifications to signage, ecotourism, water protection, and clarifications to subdivision
standards.
She recommended that this chapter be closed. The law is a living document that can be amended.
She reminded the board of the items on its docket to amend: wind power, multifamily housing, natural
resources overlay, abandoned businesses overlay, development districts, and others.
Ms. Zahler thanked all those who provided guidance, and went on to say, “I intend to vote for the resolution
tonight because I believe the law as proposed includes many significant and positive changes to support and
diversify the types of agriculture allowed in the Town while enacting a number of protections for the health
and safety of our residents and water ways.
I recognize that it does not fully respond to all of the requests and recommendations made by regulatory
agencies and members of the public and I know that is both disappointing and frustrating to many who have
advocated for more changes now.
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Zoning is a living document that can be changed. Like any complex piece of legislation, after adoption, there
will be more changes needed to make sure it is a code that can work for citizens as well as Town staff and the
committees responsible for implementation.
In January I am committed to re-visiting several discreet sections to reconsider:
The square footage limits added in the Lakeshore and Conservation zones
Ag & Markets recommendations that do not adversely affect the health and safety of our residents with the
exception of CAFO and Manure Storage Facilities which I do believe protect the health and safety of residents.
Our definitions of setbacks, buffers and vegetative buffers to make sure all definitions are clear and
consistently applied to provide guidance to our Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals and
How to reconcile the contradictory advice from the County Planning Board and Ag and Markets regarding
setbacks and buffers
I think there are a number of discreet changes that can be considered and resolved quickly and there are some
that will take a narrow but in-depth look to make sure we’re all on the same page.
And because planning is an on-going process, I think we need to begin research on a wind turbine law and I
intend to make recommendations during 2020 to outline a process for updating both the data in our
Comprehensive Plan and Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan. We also need to develop our capacity to
more systematically track development and land conversion with a data set we can all accept and use to
consider future changes.
And since zoning is only one tool available to the Town to protect our water quality, I will also be interested in
working with our Town Board, the Highway Department, and committees to: explore other strategies to
protect our water quality such as:
implementing best practices in ditching to reduce and cleanse runoff;
exploration of a pilot septic system inspection program to protect against dangerous contamination and
a public-private buffer protection initiative
I understand that some would like us to make these changes now, but any changes in one or more parts of the
whole code leave the whole code open for endless changes. If we adopt what we have now, we can re-open
specific sections to make improvements in a timely way. This has been a long process and I have learned a
great deal that I hope to use as we move forward.”
Mr. Goldman reiterated that this has been a long & arduous process and thanked all who took the time and
energy to share their thoughts, observations, and recommendations.
He will vote for the law because it has many beneficial changes including supporting agriculture and health &
safety concerns. He also recognizes that the document does not fulfill some of the requests of folks who
worked on it but the votes were not there.
In addition, there are some provisions that need to be looked at as soon as possible, including the square
footage restrictions for the lakeshore and conservation zones, clarifying the definitions of setbacks and buffers,
and reconciling the contradicting recommendations of Ag & Markets and county planning.
He believes that passing the law now is a better plan than re-opening the whole process.
Mr. Boggs thanked all those who spent so many hours on this law. He also feels conflicted with the document.
There are many good updates but some not so. Overall it is a good document. He is anxious to move on and
look at changes.
Mr. Hertzler stated that he agrees with these points.
The clerk took a roll call vote:
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
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*Resolution 2019-212: Appointments Of Members Of Various Town Of Ulysses Boards And
Advisory Committees For 2020
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Morris Klein for another 5-year term on the Planning Board
beginning 1/1/2020 and ending 12/31/2024, and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Rodney Bent for 1-year term as Alternate to the Planning
Board beginning 1/1/2020 and ending 12/31/2020, and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Bob Howarth for another 5-year term on the Board of Zoning
Appeals beginning 1/1/2020 and ending 12/31/2024, and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Thomas Butler for 1-year term as Alternate to the Board of
Zoning Appeals beginning 1/1/2020 and ending 12/31/2020, and further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints the following people to be members of the Ulysses
Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Committee for 1-year terms beginning 1/1/2020 and ending
12/31/2020: Roxanne Marino (chair), Bara Hotchkiss, Robert Oswald, Terry Carroll, Don Ellis, and Andy
Hillman.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-213: Authorization To Sign Conflict Of Interest Document
RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the Consent to Dual
Representation of Taitem Engineering and Town of Ulysses provided by the Attorney for the Town of Ulysses,
True, Walsh and Sokoni, LLP.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-214: Cancellation Of Rescheduled Meeting
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board cancels the Town Board meeting scheduled for 12/16/2019.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-215: Recognizing Councilperson Hertzler For His Service
WHEREAS John Hertzler was elected to the town board in 2013 for a term beginning in 2014, and
WHEREAS Councilperson Hertzler was appointed as liaison to Fire Department, Fair Board, Sustainability
Committee, and Environmental Management Committee, and
WHEREAS Councilperson Hertzler is an actor by trade and has brought a sense of humor to the board by
turning resolutions into monologues, and
WHEREAS the Councilperson Hertzler would grace Town Hall with his song,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board thanks John Hertzler for his 6 years of service
on the Ulysses Town Board and wishes him well in his future endeavors.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Zahler
DISCUSSION:
Mr. Hertzler stated that he has always offered opinions in support of the “little guy”. He has learned a lot
during his term and is grateful for the leadership and equanimity of the Town Supervisor and the rest of the
board.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler abstain
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-216: Approval Of Comments On The Health Consortium’s Municipal
Cooperation Agreement
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board is required to review the Health Consortium's Municipal Cooperation
Agreement (MCA) every five years and provide feedback to the Consortium before December 31, 2019 and
WHEREAS, the Town's representatives to the Consortium have reviewed the current MCA and have made
recommendations for changes and comments on operation of the Consortium,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the attached/amended recommended changes and
comments and forward those to the Executive Director of the Health Consortium with a certified resolution.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-217: Authorization To Sign Bank Agreement
WHEREAS, Town Counsel has negotiated, edited and finalized an updated bank agreement with Tompkins
Trust Company, to cover both deposits in general and also investments.
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the updated bank agreement.
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Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Ms. Zahler
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-218: Approval Of Minutes
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the minutes from the public hearing on 11/18/19, the Special
Town Board meeting on 11/25, and the Regular Town Board meeting on 11/26.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-219: Approval Of Budget Modifications
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the budget modifications as presented at the Town Board
meeting on 12/10/2019.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
A1220.4 Supervisor CE INCREASE $2,259.34
Increased appropriations due to onboarding of and training expenses for new Bookkeeper as well as purchase of
new computer for Michelle.
A1450.4 Elections CE DECREASE $2,259.34
No planned expenses out of this line for the 2019 financial year.
A7110.4 PARKS - CONTRACTUAL INCREASE $861.96
Increased expenditures due to Jacksonville Park project related expenses.
A915 / A236.21 Assigned Fund / Informal Reserves
(Recreation/Parks)
DECREASE $861.96
Planned use of this reserve per discussion during 2020 budget creation season.
SW1 BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Create SW1-1420.4 Attorney CE INCREASE $260.00
Ongoing expenses due to CARS related project and contract with ToU.
SW1-915 Fund Balance DECREASE $260.00
Fund balance at the beginning of 2019 was 1,033.30.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
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Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
*Resolution 2019-220: Approval Of The Claims
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed claims #539 through 607 in the amount of $333,007.07
and also voucher #8 for $2028.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/10/19
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