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INDEX OF 2023 RESOLUTIONS
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INDEX OF 2023 RESOLUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
January 5th, 2023: Organizational Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................... 8
RESOLUTION 2023-1: APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA ............................................................................................................. 8
RESOLUTION 2023-2: HIGHWAY- SHARED SERVICE AGREEMENTS .............................................................................................. 8
RESOLUTION 2023-3: AUTHORIZING SPENDING OF HIGHWAY FUNDS ........................................................................................ 9
RESOLUTION 2023-4: TOWN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT HOURS OF OPERATION .......................................................................... 9
RESOLUTION 2023-5: VEHICLE BENEFIT ........................................................................................................................................ 9
RESOLUTION 2023-6: DATES OF MEETINGS .................................................................................................................................. 9
RESOLUTION 2023-7: MEDIA ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
RESOLUTION 2023-8: MINUTES & OTHER MEETING RECORDS .................................................................................................. 10
RESOLUTION 2023-9: MILEAGE ................................................................................................................................................... 10
RESOLUTION 2023-10: PETTY CASH ............................................................................................................................................ 11
RESOLUTION 2023-11: CRIME COVERAGE .................................................................................................................................. 11
RESOLUTION 2023-11: FINANCIAL REPORTING: ANNUAL UPDATE DOCUMENT (AUD) ............................................................. 12
RESOLUTION 2023-12: FINANCIAL RECONCILIATIONS ................................................................................................................ 12
RESOLUTION 2023-13: FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ...................................................................................................................... 13
RESOLUTION 2023-14: FINANCIAL AUDIT ................................................................................................................................... 13
RESOLUTION 2023-15: COLLECTION OF BUILDING FEES ............................................................................................................ 13
RESOLUTION 2023-16: TOWN BANK ACCOUNT SIGNATORIES, COUNTERSIGNING AND MAILING OF CHECKS ......................... 14
RESOLUTION 2023-17: ESTABLISHMENT OF PAY PERIODS AND SALARIES ................................................................................. 14
RESOLUTION 2023-18: 2023 PAY RATES ..................................................................................................................................... 15
RESOLUTION 2023-19: TIME RECORDS ....................................................................................................................................... 16
RESOLUTION 2023-20: INSURANCE ............................................................................................................................................ 17
RESOLUTION 2023-21: CELL PHONE REIMBURSEMENT FOR CODE/ZONING ENFORCEMENT AND HIGHWAY DEPARTMENTS 18
RESOLUTION 2023-22: APPOINTMENTS, ASSIGNMENTS & LIAISONS OF TOWN BOARD MEMBERS & STAFF .......................... 19
RESOLUTION 2023-23: APPOINTMENTS OF NON-TOWN BOARD MEMBERS ............................................................................. 21
RESOLUTION 2023-24: PLANNING BOARD AND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS APPOINTMENTS ............................................... 22
RESOLUTION 2023-25: REPEALING THE VACCINATION POLICY .................................................................................................. 23
RESOLUTION 2023-26: APPROVAL OF AMENDED AND UPDATED POLICIES ............................................................................... 23
RESOLUTION 2023-27: POLICIES ................................................................................................................................................. 24
RESOLUTION 2023-28: MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING .......................................................................................................... 26
RESOLUTION 2023-29: MANDATORY REVIEW OF ALL ACCIDENTS INVOLVING TOWN PROPERTY ............................................ 27
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RESOLUTION 2023-30: RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER ........................................................................................................ 27
RESOLUTION 2023-31: GIFTS FROM TOWN TO OTHER PARTIES ................................................................................................ 27
RESOLUTION 2023-32: 2023 FEES and PENALTIES ...................................................................................................................... 28
RESOLUTION 2023-33: COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY THE TOWN BOARD ................................................................................. 34
RESOLUTION 2023-34: POLICY FOR APPLYING AND RECEIVING GRANTS AND ENGAGING IN ................................................... 37
CONTRACTS (Originally Adopted 6/26/2006 As The “Gatekeeper” Resolution), (Amended 1/14/2020) ................................... 37
RESOLUTION 2023-35: TOWN BOARD ACCESS TO ATTORNEY SERVICES ................................................................................... 38
RESOLUTION 2023-36: TOWN BOARD ACCESS TO ENGINEERING SERVICES .............................................................................. 38
RESOLUTION 2023-38: DISTRIBUTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL MINUTES .................................................................................... 40
RESOLUTION 2023-39: DESIGNATING A DELEGATE TO AOT MEETING ...................................................................................... 41
RESOLUTION 2023-40: APPROVAL OF CYBER INSURANCE ......................................................................................................... 41
January 10, 2023: Town Board Meeting ..................................................................................................................................... 41
RESOLUTION 2023-41: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “CONTRACTS AWARDED TO BEST VALUE BIDDERS” ...................................... 42
RESOLUTION 2023-42: APPOINTMENT(S) TO BEE COMMITTEE ................................................................................................ 43
RESOLUTION 2023-43: AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF WATER DISTRICT 3 RADIO METERS ................................................ 44
RESOLUTION 2023-44: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 80 OF THE
TOWN CODE ENTITLED “CONSTRUCTION CODES, UNIFORM” ................................................................................................... 44
RESOLUTION 2023-45: INVESTMENT of UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE ............................................................................ 45
RESOLUTION 2023-46: DESIGNATION OF A PROPERTY MANAGER ............................................................................................ 45
RESOLUTION 2023-47: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 46
RESOLUTION 2023-48: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS ............................................................................................................ 46
January 24, 2023 Town Board Meeting ...................................................................................................................................... 46
RESOLUTION 2023-49: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL (ITCTC)
APPLICATION FOR BLACK DIAMOND TRAIL EXTENSION FROM TAUGHANNOCK STATE PARK TO THE VILLAGE OF
TRUMANSBURG .......................................................................................................................................................................... 46
RESOLUTION 2023-50: UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE INVESTMENT ................................................................................. 47
RESOLUTION 2023-51: 2022 USE OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARPA) FUNDS FOR WD3 ANODE BAG ............................ 47
RESOLUTION 2023-52: RECOGNIZING INTER-FUND LOAN FROM A FUND BALANCE TO CAPITAL FUND HB ACROSS FINANCIAL
YEARS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
RESOLUTION 2023-53: 2022 WD3 Reserve addition .................................................................................................................. 48
RESOLUTION 2023-54: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS: ..................................................................................................................... 49
RESOLUTION 2023-55: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE
TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR SENIOR AND DISABLED CITIZENS UNDER SECTION 467 OF THE NEW YORK
STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW” ............................................................................................................................................... 49
RESOLUTION 2023-56: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE
TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE WORKERS
UNDER SECTION 466-A OF THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW” ......................................................................... 50
RESOLUTION 2023-57: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 80 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED
‘CONSTRUCTION CODES, UNIFORM’” ......................................................................................................................................... 50
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RESOLUTION 2023-58: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF TOWN BOARD AUDIT OF JUSTICE COURTS .................................................. 51
RESOLUTION 2023-59: APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE CLERK FOR THE PLANNING BOARD AND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
RESOLUTION 2023-60: APPRECIATION TO ROXANNE MARINO FOR TOWN BOARD SERVICE .................................................... 52
RESOLUTION 2023-61: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE CHAIR APPOINTMENT ................................................................ 52
RESOLUTION 2023-62: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 53
February 14, 2023: Town Board Meeting ................................................................................................................................... 53
RESOLUTION 2023-63: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY
TAX EXEMPTION FOR SENIOR AND DISABLED CITIZENS UNDER SECTION 467 OF THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX
LAW” ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
RESOLUTION 2023-64: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY
TAX EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE WORKERS UNDER SECTION 466-A OF THE
NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW” ............................................................................................................................ 54
RESOLUTION 2023-65: AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION .................................... 54
RESOLUTION 2023-66: PROJECT ASSISTANT APPOINTMENTS ................................................................................................... 55
RESOLUTION 2023-67: RECOGNITION OF WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH AND FLYING OF WOMEN’S HISTORY FLAG ............... 55
RESOLUTION 2023-68: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 57
RESOLUTION 2023-69: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 57
RESOLUTION 2023-70: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ............................................................................................................................ 58
February 28, 2023: Town Board Meeting ................................................................................................................................... 58
RESOLUTION 2023-71: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH ADVANCE 2000 FOR IT STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT AND
TEMPORARY IT SUPPORT ............................................................................................................................................................ 58
RESOLUTION 2023-72: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH TOMPKINS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER FOR STORMWATER
RELATED SERVICES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 59
RESOLUTION 2023-73: TEMPORARY, SEASONAL HIGHWAY POSITION ...................................................................................... 59
RESOLUTION 2023-74: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 60
March 14, 2023: Town Board Meeting ....................................................................................................................................... 60
RESOLUTION 2023-75: AUTHORIZING SUPERVISOR TO NEGOTIATE FOR PROPERTY FOR TRUMANSBURG COMMUNITY
RECREATION (TCR) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 60
RESOLUTION 2023-76: RE-EVALUATE INTERCONNECTION #2 FROM 2015 ENGINEERING REPORT FOR ROUTE 96 .................. 61
RESOLUTION 2023-77: ONE DAY MARRIAGE OFFICIANT LICENSES ........................................................................................... 61
RESOLUTION 2023-78: APPOINTMENTS TO ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL (ITCTC) ..................... 62
RESOLUTION 2023-79: APPOINTMENT OF 1ST ALTERNATE TO PLANNING BOARD ................................................................... 62
RESOLUTION 2023-80: SUPPORTING ADOPTION OF ASSEMBLY BILL 01091 FOR EMS .............................................................. 62
RESOLUTION 2023-81: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 63
RESOLUTION 2023-81-2: APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS .......................................................................................... 63
RESOLUTION 2023-82: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS ............................................................................................................ 64
March 28, 2023: Town Board Meeting ....................................................................................................................................... 64
RESOLUTION 2023-83: APPOINTMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE ........................................... 64
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RESOLUTION 2023-84: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY ON TRUMANSBURG RD .................................. 64
RESOLUTION 2023-85: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR 2023 ........................................................... 65
RESOLUTION 2023-86: SURPLUS OF IT EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................... 66
RESOLUTION 2023-87: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 66
April 11, 2023: Town Board Meeting .......................................................................................................................................... 66
RESOLUTION 2023-88: AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE ADDENDUMS #1-3 TO ADVANCE 2000 SERVICE CONTRACT: .............. 66
RESOLUTION 2023-89: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT FOR THE SCOPING PHASE FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE BLACK
DIAMOND TRAIL FROM TAUGHANNOCK FALLS TO THE VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG .............................................................. 67
RESOLUTION 2023-90: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 36 OF THE TOWN CODE TO
ADD A NEW ARTICLE III ENTITLED ‘TRAINING REQUIREMENTS’” ............................................................................................... 67
RESOLUTION 2023-91: RECOGNITION OF EARTH DAY IN ULYSSES AND ARBOR DAY 2023 PROCLAMATION ........................... 68
RESOLUTION 2023-92: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 69
RESOLUTION 2023-93: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS ............................................................................................................. 69
April 25, 2023: Town Board Meeting .......................................................................................................................................... 69
RESOLUTION 2023-94: FACILITIES MANAGER PROCUREMENT/AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN CONTRACT .................................... 69
RESOLUTION 2023-95: INFRASTRUCTURE AGREEMENT FOR 1009 HONEY BEE LANE ............................................................... 70
RESOLUTION 2023-96: EMAIL ADDRESS POLICY: ........................................................................................................................ 70
RESOLUTION 2023-97: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ........................................................................................................................ 71
May 9, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................................. 71
RESOLUTION OF 2023-98: WATER SOURCE PROTECTION COMMITTEE VISION AND GOALS..................................................... 71
RESOLUTION 2023-99: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE ................................................................................... 71
RESOLUTION 2023-100: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ...................................................................................................................... 72
RESOLUTION 2023-101: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................... 72
RESOLUTION 2023-102: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ........................................................................................................................... 73
May 23, 2023: Town Board Meeting ........................................................................................................................................... 73
RESOLUTION 2023-103: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE VOTING MEMBERS ROSTER ................................... 74
RESOLUTION 2023-104: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT(S) .................................................... 74
RESOLUTION 2023-105: AUTHORIZATION OF REVISED HIGHWAY AGREEMENT #284 FOR 2023 .............................................. 75
RESOLUTION 2023-106: CELL PHONE REIMBURSEMENT FOR DEPUTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT ....................................... 75
RESOLUTION 2023-107: APPROVAL TO FLY THE PRIDE FLAG IN JUNE 2023 .............................................................................. 76
RESOLUTION 2023-108: ACCEPTANCE OF TOMPKINS COUNTY COVID RELIEF FUNDS .............................................................. 76
RESOLUTION 2023-109: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 77
RESOLUTION 2023-110: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS .......................................................................................................................... 77
RESOLUTION 2023-111: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 77
June 13, 2023: Town Board Meeting .......................................................................................................................................... 78
RESOLUTION 2023-112: TOMPKINS COUNTY MUNICIPAL PARK GRANT FOR JCA ...................................................................... 78
RESOLUTION 2023-113: APPROVAL OF UTILITIES ENCROACHMENT/EASEMENT AGREEMENT ................................................. 79
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RESOLUTION 2023-114: AUTHORIZING A TEMPORARY INCREASE IN THE HOURS OF 2ND DEPUTY SUPERVISOR .................... 79
RESOLUTION 2023-115: DECLARING SURPLUS HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................... 80
RESOLUTION 2023-116: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 80
RESOLUTION 2023-117: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS: ......................................................................................................................... 80
JuNE 27, 2023: Town Board Meeting .......................................................................................................................................... 81
RESOLUTION 2023-118: ACCEPT PLANNING BOARD MEMBER RESIGNATION ........................................................................... 81
RESOLUTION 2023-119: APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING BOARD ......................................................................................... 81
RESOLUTION 2023-120: TEMPORARY NO-PARKING FOR RABBIT RUN, CEMETERY ROAD, AND FALLS ROAD ........................... 81
RESOLUTION 2023-121: CANCEL AUGUST 22, 2023 REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD .............................................. 81
RESOLUTION 2023-122: END PROBATION PERIOD FOR EXISTING EMPLOYEE ........................................................................... 81
RESOLUTION 2023-123: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR 2023 ......................................................... 82
RESOLUTION 2023-124: APPROVAL OF RCAP SOLUTIONS CONTRACT ....................................................................................... 82
RESOLUTION 2023-125: APPROVAL TO ENTER INTO LAND NEGOTIATIONS .............................................................................. 83
RESOLUTION 2023-126: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 85
July 11, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................................ 85
RESOLUTION 2023-127: APPOINTMENT OF AN ALTERATE TO THE PLANNING BOARD ............................................................. 85
RESOLUTION 2023-128: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 85
RESOLUTION 2023-129: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 86
RESOLUTION 2023-130: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS .......................................................................................................................... 87
July 14, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................................ 87
RESOLUTION 2023-131: AUTHORIZING TOWN SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR TOWN HALL EXTERIOR PAINTING
..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
July 25, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................................ 88
RESOLUTION 2023-132: 2023 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS, PUBLIC OFFICERS, AND THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS ....................................................................................................... 88
RESOLUTION 2023-133: SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY.......................................................................................................................... 89
RESOLUTION 2023-134: DISTRICT CREATION/EXTENSION POLICY PERTAINING TO NEW YORK STATE TOWN LAW, CHAPTER
62, ARTICLE 12A .......................................................................................................................................................................... 89
RESOLUTION 2023-135: PAYMENT OF CLAIM FOR PAINTING CONTRACT ................................................................................ 90
RESOLUTION 2023-136: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 90
August 8, 2023: Town Board Meeting ........................................................................................................................................ 91
RESOLUTION 2023-136a: APPRECIATION FOR JOHN WERTIS (THE ELDER) ................................................................................ 91
RESOLUTION 2023-137: APPROVAL OF WATER SOURCE PROTECTION COMMITTEE SURVEY QUESTIONS AND DISTRIBUTION
PLAN ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 91
RESOLUTION 2023-138: 2023 INTRODUCING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO CREATE A DPW .................................................... 92
RESOLUTION 2023-139: TOWN OF ULYSSES TITLE VI COMPLIANCE PLAN AND NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY ........................ 92
RESOLUTION 2023-140: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR USDOT RURAL AND TRIBAL ASSISTANCE PILOT PROGRAM .............. 93
RESOLUTION 2023-141: TEMPORARY PROJECT ASSISTANT FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION ............................ 94
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RESOLUTION 2023-142: APPROVAL OF MINUTES...................................................................................................................... 94
RESOLUTION 2023-143: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 95
RESOLUTION 2023-144: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS .......................................................................................................................... 95
September 12, 2023: Town Board Meeting ................................................................................................................................ 96
RESOLUTION 2023-145: MRB GROUP CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION FOR NPS GRANT............................................................... 96
ENGINEERING REPORT AND GRANT ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................. 96
Date Adopted: 9/12/23 ............................................................................................................................................................... 96
RESOLUTION 2023-146: APPOINTMENT OF RECREATION SUPERVISOR ..................................................................................... 96
RESOLUTION 2023-147: APPOINTMENTS TO THE BEE COMMITTEE .......................................................................................... 97
RESOLUTION 2023-148: EXTENSION OF MANDATORY TRAINING DEADLINE ............................................................................. 97
RESOLUTION 2023-149: SIGNATORY AUTHORIZATION FOR THREE FALLS LDC .......................................................................... 97
RESOLUTION 2023-150: APPROVAL OF MINUTES ...................................................................................................................... 98
RESOLUTION 2023-151: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ........................................................................................................................... 98
September 26, 2023: Town Board Meeting ................................................................................................................................ 99
RESOLUTION 2023-152: PETITION FOR REFERENDUM ON ACQUISITION OF LAND ................................................................... 99
RESOLUTION 2023-153: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS .................................................................... 99
RESOLUTION 2023-154: TOMPKINS COUNTY CONTRACT 2023 .................................................................................................. 99
RESOLUTION 2023-155: APPOINTMENT OF AN ALTERNATE TO THE PLANNING BOARD ........................................................... 99
RESOLUTION 2023-156: APPRECIATION OF TOWN BOOKKEEPER BLIXY TAETZSCH FOR ......................................................... 100
THE CONVERSION TO THE ENHANCED GOLD REPORTING SYSTEM IN THE NEW YORK STATE ................................................ 100
LOCAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM..................................................................................................................................................... 100
Town Board Meeting: October 10, 2023 .................................................................................................................................. 100
RESOLUTION 2023-157: SCHEDULING A SPECIAL ELECTION .................................................................................................... 100
RESOLUTION 2023-158: RE-LEVY OF WATER DISTRICT 3 DELINQUENT WATER FEES .............................................................. 102
RESOLUTION 159 OF 2023: APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE PLANNING BOARD .......................................................... 103
RESOLUTION 2023- 160: APPROVAL OF THE 2023 AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL ............................................................ 103
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE GREATER TOMPKINS COUNTY MUNICIPAL HEALTH ..................................................... 103
INSURANCE CONSORTIUM ........................................................................................................................................................ 103
RESOLUTION 2023-161: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CLOSURE OF SENECA MEADOWS, .................................................. 104
INC. ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 104
RESOLUTION 2023-162: CHANGES TO THE 2024 TENTATIVE BUDGET, ADOPTION OF 2024 ................................................... 105
PRELIMINARY BUDGET, AND SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING .................................................................................................... 105
RESOLUTION 2023-163: APPROVAL OF MINUTES .................................................................................................................... 106
RESOLUTION 2023-164: APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS: ......................................................................................... 106
RESOLUTION 2023-165: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ......................................................................................................................... 109
October 24, 2023: Town Board Meeting................................................................................................................................... 109
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RESOLUTION 2023-166: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION OF DEC GRANT
FOR NON-POINT SOURCE CULVERT STUDY AND REPORT ........................................................................................................ 109
RESOLUTION 2023-167: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION OF CURRY ROAD
OVER TRUMANSBURG CREEK CULVERT REPLACEMENT, P.L.N. 3757.39 BRIDGE NY 2022 GRANT .......................................... 109
RESOLUTION 2023-168: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION OF DEC GRANT
FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE WITH SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENTS CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES ........................... 110
RESOLUTION 2023-169: ADOPTION OF 2024 BUDGET ............................................................................................................. 110
RESOLUTION 2023-170: A LOCAL LAW TO CREATE A NEW CHAPTER 40 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.:
................................................................................................................................................................................................... 111
RESOLUTION 2023-171: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023 SPECIAL ELECTION . 112
RESOLUTION 2023-172: APPROVAL OF MINUTES.................................................................................................................... 113
November 14, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................... 113
RESOLUTION 2023-173: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 113
RESOLUTION 2023-174: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ........................................................................................................................ 115
RESOLUTION 2023-175: UPDATE TO REQUIRED TRAININGS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS, PUBLIC OFFICERS, AND
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS ..................................................................................................... 115
RESOLUTION 2023-176: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023 SPECIAL ELECTION . 116
RESOLUTION 2023-177: AUTHORIZATION TO INCLUDE A 2024 TOWN BUDGET SUMMARY IN THE 2024 TAX BILL ............... 117
RESOLUTION 2023-178: ESCROW AGREEMENT FOR THE PAYMENT OF MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING, CONSULTING AND LEGAL
FEES ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 117
RESOLUTION 2023-179: SCHEDULING A SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 7, 2023 ............................................................... 118
RESOLUTION 2023-180: SCHEDULE A SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 12, 2023; CANCEL REGULAR MEETINGS ON
DECEMBER 12 AND DECEMBER 26, 2023 ................................................................................................................................. 118
RESOLUTION 2023-181: LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR VILLAGE TAP GRANT ................................................................................. 118
November 28, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................... 119
RESOLUTION 2023-182: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023 SPECIAL ELECTION . 119
RESOLUTION 2023-183: REFERRAL OF DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 3 TO THE PLANNING BOARD .............................................. 119
RESOLUTION 2023-184: APPROVAL OF MINUTES.................................................................................................................... 120
December 7, 2023: Special Town Board Meeting ..................................................................................................................... 120
RESOLUTION 2023-185: APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TOMPKINS COUNTY EMC: ......................................... 120
December 12, 2023: Town Board Meeting ............................................................................................................................... 120
RESOLUTION 2023-186: 2024 BUDGET MODIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 120
RESOLUTION #187 OF 2023: SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2024 FIRE CONTRACT ........................................................... 122
RESOLUTION 2023-188: SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE USE OF AMERICAN RECOVERY PLAN ACT FUNDS ................ 122
RESOLUTION 2023-189: APPRECIATION FOR MR. JEFF BURNS ............................................................................................... 122
RESOLUTION 2023-190: APPRECIATION FOR MR. LUCAS ALBERTSON .................................................................................... 123
RESOLUTION 2023-91: APPRECIATION FOR TOWN BOARDS AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS .................................................... 123
RESOLUTION 2023-193: AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN 2024 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) CONTRACT WITH THE
VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG ..................................................................................................................................................... 123
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RESOLUTION 2023-194: APPLICATION FOR MATCHING FUNDS FROM TOMPKINS COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES ...................... 124
RESOLUTION 2023-195: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR BRIDGE NY APPLICATION FOR MAPLEWOOD ROAD HAIRPIN
CULVERT .................................................................................................................................................................................... 125
RESOLUTION 2023-196: ACKNOWLEDGING THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER CONSULTANT SELECTED TO ASSIST WITH THE
2024 BRIDGE NY APPLICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................ 125
RESOLUTION 2023-197: SUPPORT FOR BRIDGE NY APPLICATION FOR MAPLEWOOD HARPIN CULVERT ............................... 126
RESOLUTION 2023-198: AUTHORIZATION OF A PRE-PAYMENT FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CIVIC INTERNSHIP STIPEND ..... 126
RESOLUTION #2023-199: APPOINTMENT TO BEE COMMITTEE: .............................................................................................. 127
RESOLUTION #2023-200: APPOINTMENT OF ULYSSES’ CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COUNCIL CHAIR AS
THE TOWN’S CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES’ COORDINATOR .............................................................................................. 127
RESOLUTION #2023-201: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS ....................................................................................................................... 128
RESOLUTION #202 OF 2023: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE GENERAL LIABILITY AND CYBER INSURANCE FOR 2024 .............. 128
JANUARY 5TH, 2023: ORGANIZATIONAL TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-1: APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for Jan. 5, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-2: 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;
WHEREAS the Agreement for the Expenditure and Repair and Improvement of Highway Moneys is authorized
by Highway Law #284, and an agreement to cover Custody of Highway Moneys is authorized by Highway Law
#283.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Town’s Highway
Superintendent pursuant to Highway Law #284 to take such action to implement said agreements consistent
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with Town highway needs and availability, and 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 maintain sufficient liability coverage to protect the town in such joint efforts.
RESOLUTION 2023-3: 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 attached Agreement for the Expenditure of Highway
Moneys as presented by the Ulysses Highway Superintendent at the January 5, 2023 Town Board
Organizational meeting.
Ms. Olson noted that this is subject to change based on a re-assessment of conditions after the winter
season.
RESOLUTION 2023-4: TOWN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT HOURS OF OPERATION
BE IT RESOLVED that the hours for the Town Highway Department, set by the Town Highway Superintendent,
are Oct 1st - April 30th: 6:00 am until 2:30 pm, Monday- Friday; and May 1st – Sept. 30th: 6:00 am until
4:30pm, Monday through Thursday, with flexible scheduling to cover water and emergencies.
RESOLUTION 2023-5: VEHICLE BENEFIT
RESOLVED, that because the Highway Superintendent is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the
Ulysses Town Board authorizes the use of a town vehicle for travel to and from work, provided it is not used
for more than incidental personal use. Mileage should be recorded and submitted to the Town Clerk annually
by January 15th for the preceding year.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-6: DATES OF MEETINGS
BE IT RESOLVED, the Regular Monthly Board meetings of the Ulysses Town Board will be held on the second
and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7pm at the Town Hall at 10 Elm Street.
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RESOLUTION 2023-7: 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 the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-8: MINUTES & OTHER MEETING RECORDS
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, and further
RESOLVED in accordance with the Open Meetings Law, draft meeting minutes will be available to the public
through the Town Clerk’s Office and posted publicly with clear demarcation as “Draft” until approved by the
Town Board and further
RESOLVED that the digital versions are hereby designated as the official minutes, and further
FURTHER RESOLVED that video records of meetings be posted online in an effort to expand public access to
meetings, and otherwise in accordance with the Open Meetings Law.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-9: MILEAGE
BE IT RESOLVED mileage at a rate of $0.655 cents per mile, based on the 2023 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 at least quarterly on the official town form (available from the Town Clerk).
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-10: PETTY CASH
BE IT RESOLVED that the petty cash amount for the Town Clerk/Tax Collector is $300 and the amount for the
Court Clerk is $150.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-11: CRIME COVERAGE
BE IT RESOLVED that the following crime insurance coverage through Houston Casual for Town officials,
appointees and employees is hereby approved:
Forgery and alteration $100,000 ($1,000 deductible)
Theft, Disappearance and Destruction In/Out $100,000 ($1,000 deductible)
Computer Fraud $100,000 ($1,000 deductible)
Employee Dishonesty - Per Employee $100,000 ($2,500 deductible)
(Includes Faithful Performance)
Employee Dishonesty - Excess Coverage:
First Deputy Supervisor $650,000
Supervisor $650,000
Tax Collector/Town Clerk $650,000
Deputy Town Clerk $650,000
All Other Positions $650,000
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-11: FINANCIAL REPORTING: ANNUAL UPDATE DOCUMENT (AUD)
BE IT RESOLVED that an annual financial report must be presented to the Town Clerk within 30 days of the
end of the fiscal year as required by Town Law Section 29(10), and further
RESOLVED, in lieu of the financial report, the Supervisor is hereby required and authorized to submit an
annual update document (AUD) to the state comptroller and Town Clerk within 60 days after the close of the
fiscal year, and further,
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall cause a summary thereof to be published in accordance with the law
(Town Law Section 29(10-a)), and further
RESOLVED that 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: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-12: FINANCIAL RECONCILIATIONS
BE IT RESOLVED the Town follow the 2013 recommendations 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 reported to the Town Board.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
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Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-13: FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
BE IT RESOLVED that 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
Town’s investment policy. The Town investment policy shall be reviewed and approved by the Town Board
periodically and revised as necessary.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-14: FINANCIAL AUDIT
WHEREAS Town Law Section 123 requires that on or before the twentieth day of January an audit is
performed for each Town department, or alternately, prior to the twentieth day of January the town may
schedule an annual audit with a certified public accountant to take place within sixty days after the close of
the town’s fiscal year;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses has scheduled its annual audit with a certified public
accountant, Insero, to commence the week of February 20, 2023.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of Ulysses has scheduled the annual court audit for Jan. 11 at 10am.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-15: COLLECTION OF BUILDING FEES
WHEREAS payments for building and zoning are collected by the building and zoning officers, and WHEREAS
building and zoning officers are prohibited from collecting cash payments when outside the office,
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RESOLVED that for the purposes of checks and balances, the building and zoning officers will give payments
and documentation to the Town Clerk for deposit, and further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will give reports to the Bookkeeper for reconciling.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-16: TOWN BANK ACCOUNT SIGNATORIES, COUNTERSIGNING AND MAILING OF
CHECKS
RESOLVED that the signatories for Town-wide bank accounts (i.e. not the Clerk or Court bank accounts) are
as follows: Katelin Olson, Carissa Parlato, Mary Bouchard; and
RESOLVED that checks dispersed by the Town of Ulysses in the amount of $5,000 or more will be signed by
both the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk or other designated signatory per Town Law Section 29, and
further
RESOLVED, that as an internal policy for security and due to slow-downs in the United States Postal Service,
checks over $15,000 will be sent via certified mail.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Olson
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-17: ESTABLISHMENT OF PAY PERIODS AND SALARIES
BE IT RESOLVED the Town Board hereby establishes the following payroll periods beginning on December 25,
2022 and going through December 23, 2023:
Monthly: Councilpersons
Bi-weekly: Town Supervisor, Highway Superintendent, Town Clerk, Justices, and all other employees.
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RESOLUTION 2023-18: 2023 PAY RATES
Position 2023 Budgeted
Appropriation
Hourly rate, if
applicable
Town Board
Town Supervisor $38,938 n/a
Budget Officer $47,263 n/a
Bookkeeper to the Supervisor $36,924 n/a
Councilperson $5,268 n/a
Clerk
Town Clerk $61,491 n/a
Deputy Town Clerk $22,173 $21.32
Second Deputy Clerk $400 $20.00
Court
Town Justice 1 $20,414 n/a
Town Justice 2 $20,414 n/a
Court Clerk $53,529 n/a
Recreation
Director of Recreation (part-time
or seasonal)
$23,870 $24.16
Planning, Zoning, Building
Enforcement Officer for Building
Code and Zoning
$51,850 n/a
Planner $78,000 n/a
Code/Fire Enforcement Officer
(part- time)
$6,328 $24.34
Project Assistant $22,880 $22.00
Highway
Highway Superintendent $70,158 n/a
Water District 3 Supervisor $1,754 n/a
General Water Supervisor $1,754 n/a
Motor Equipment Operator (3 positions) - $25.50 per Union Contract
Deputy Highway Superintendent - $26.00 per Union Contract
MEO/Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker - $25.75 per Union Contract
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Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-19: TIME RECORDS
BE IT RESOLVED all hourly employees shall turn in a Town of Ulysses time card through the end of the pay
period no later than the following Monday at 10:00am, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that salaried employees 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, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that no pay will be issued without a time card that has been signed by the employee
and the employee's supervisor and submitted to the Bookkeeper and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the submission of electronic timecards, provided other obligations are met, is
allowed and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that 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
and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that salaried and hourly employees (non-elected) should use this time card to submit
sick, vacation, holiday and personal time off, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that it is the responsibility of the employee’s supervisor to assure the time card is
accurate, and be it
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.
Employee Employee Supervisor Hours/ Wk
Budget Officer Town Supervisor 32
Deputy Town Clerk Town Clerk 20
Court Clerk Town Justices 40
Bookkeeper Budget Officer 19
Enforcement Officer for Building Code
& Zoning
Town Supervisor 35
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Deputy Enforcement Officer Enforcement Officer 5
Zoning Officer/Planner Town Supervisor 40
Project Assistant Zoning Officer/Planner 20
Deputy Highway Superintendent Highway Superintendent 40
Motor Equipment Operators Highway Superintendent 40
Highway Laborer Highway Superintendent Varies
MEO/Water Maintenance Worker Highway Superintendent 40 (combined
with highway
work)
Water District Laborer Highway Superintendent Varies
Recreation Director Town Supervisor Varies
Recreation Department Employees Recreation Director Varies
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-20: INSURANCE
RESOLVED the Town of Ulysses make the following insurance choices in 2023:
Insurance type Carrier Town contribution Policy or rate
exp.
Health insurance Greater Tompkins County
Health Insurance
Consortium Platinum Plan
through Excellus BCBS
90% for Class A employees
50% for Class B employees
12/31/23
Dental insurance Excellus BCBS 50% of the premium 12/31/23
Medicare insurance Excellus BCBS Dependent upon experience
and employee class (see
Personnel Policy for details)
12/31/23
Worker’s Compensation Comp Alliance 100% of premium 12/31/23
Short Term Disability Shelter Point 100% of premium 12/31/23
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Long Term Disability Unum 100% of premium 12/31/23
General Liability Houston Casualty 100% of premium 12/31/23
Cyber & Data Security TBD TBD TBD
Accident Insurance TBD TBD TBD
RESOLVED that the following table presents the 2023 premiums for Health-related insurances:
Plan Type Monthly Premium
Health Insurance (Single Policy) $776.31
Health Insurance (Family Policy) $2018.43
Dental Insurance (Single Policy) $47.94
Dental Insurance (Subscriber & Child Policy) $89.25
Dental Insurance (Subscriber & Spouse Policy) $95.88
Dental Insurance (Family Policy) $145.20
Medicare Policy $409.04
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-21: CELL PHONE REIMBURSEMENT FOR CODE/ZONING ENFORCEMENT AND HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENTS
WHEREAS the Building/Code & Zoning Enforcement Officer and both the Highway Superintendent and Water
District Operator are frequently out of their offices and away from their stationary phones during their
regular duty hours, and
WHEREAS carrying a cell phone is an important part of efficient communications and emergency response,
and
WHEREAS this benefit must be claimed on the employees’ personal tax return as a taxable fringe benefit
unless the employee provides bill documentation showing work use versus personal use,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses hereby allows people who hold the positions of
Code/Zoning Enforcement Officer, Highway Superintendent, and MEO Water to either have and use a town-
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owned cell phone at the town’s expense which will only be used only for town purposes OR be reimbursed
for part of the cost of their personal cell phone at the rate of $40/month; and
RESOLVED that if the Code/Zoning Enforcement Officer, Highway Superintendent and Water District
Operator elect to be reimbursed for their personal cell phone they will provide the Bookkeeper with proof of
each monthly expense via invoice or bill along with the submission of the reimbursement form; and
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will provide a copy of this resolution to each person holding a position to
which this resolution refers.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
DISCUSSION: Mr. Goldman asked whether $40 is the right amount. Ms. Wright and Taetsczh indicated that it
is cheaper for the town to not have to manage the assets of owning cell phones.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-22: APPOINTMENTS, ASSIGNMENTS & LIAISONS OF TOWN BOARD MEMBERS & STAFF
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board makes the following appointments and requests that each appointee
report to the Town Board at least annually:
2022 2023
A. Highway Department Liaison Katelin Olson Katelin Olson
B. Finance Committee Member Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard
C. Planning Board Liaison Rich Goldman, Michael Boggs
(alternate)
Rich Goldman, Michael Boggs
(alternate)
D. Board of Zoning Appeals Liaison Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
E. Fire Department Liaison Michael Boggs Michael Boggs
F. Town Court Liaison Katelin Olson Katelin Olson
G. Trumansburg/Ulysses Youth
Commission- Rec. Department Member
Katelin Olson, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
Katelin Olson, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
H. Village EMS & EMS Billing Oversight
Committee Member
Michael Boggs, Mary Bouchard Katelin Olson, Michael Boggs
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I. Town Hall Maintenance Member Katelin Olson ,Michael Boggs,
(alternate)
Katelin Olson ,Michael Boggs,
(alternate)
J. Sustainability Committee Member Mary Bouchard Mary Bouchard
K. Trumansburg Village Board Liaison Mary Bouchard Mary Bouchard
L. Records Advisory Board Member Katelin Olson Katelin Olson
M. Safety Committee Member Michael Boggs Michael Boggs, Elizabeth Weatherby
N. Agricultural Committee Member Katelin Olson, Mary Bouchard Mary Bouchard, Elizabeth Weatherby
O. Infrastructure Committee Member Katelin Olson, Michelle E. Wright Katelin Olson, Michelle E. Wright
P. Cyber and IT Committee Member Katelin Olson Katelin Olson, Mary Bouchard
Q. Comprehensive Plan Committee
Member and Liaison
Katelin Olson, Roxanne, (alternate) Katelin Olson (member), Elizabeth
Weatherby (liaison)
R. Tree Advisory Committee & Bee
Committee Member
Mary Bouchard Mary Bouchard (chair)
S. Voucher Review Assignment Rich Goldman and Mary Bouchard
(January-June); Michael Boggs and
TBD (July- December)
Rich Goldman and Mary Bouchard
(January-June); Michael Boggs and
Elizabeth Weatherby (July-
December)
U. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Katelin Olson Katelin Olson
V. Trumansburg Chamber of Commerce
Liaison
Michael Boggs Elizabeth Weatherby
W. Tompkins County Council of
Governments Member
Katelin Olson Katelin Olson, Michelle E. Wright
(alternate)
X. Recreation Partnership Representative Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard Mary Bouchard, Elizabeth Weatherby
(alternate)
Y. Health Consortium Board
Representative
Mary Bouchard, Rich Goldman
(alternate)
Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
Z. Harassment & Discrimination Policy
Compliance Officers
Rich Goldman, Mary Bouchard
(alternate)
Michelle E. Wright and Blixy Taetzsch
A.A. Camp Barton Cooperative/LDC Katelin Olson, Rich Goldman Katelin Olson, Rich Goldman
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-23: APPOINTMENTS OF NON-TOWN BOARD MEMBERS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board makes the following appointments and request that each appointee
report to the Town Board at least annually:
2022 2023
B. Planning Board Chairperson Pete Angie Pete Angie
C. Board of Zoning Appeals Chair Steven Morreale Steven Morreale
D. Clerk for Board of Zoning Appeals Louis DiPietro Project Assistant TBD
E. Clerk for Planning Board Maria Barry Project Assistant TBD
F. Tompkins County Environmental
Mgmt Council
Marc Devokaitis Chris Collins
G. Tompkins County Stormwater
Coalition
Town Planner TBD Town Planner
H. Stormwater Officer Town Planner TBD Town Planner
I. Trumansburg/Ulysses Youth
Commission Reps.
Zaun Marshburn, Linnea
Burgevin
Elizabeth Weatherby,
TBD
K. Tompkins County Youth Services
Board
(Vacant) TBD
L. Ithaca/Tompkins County Trans.
Council Planning & Policy
Committees
Michelle E. Wright, Katelin
Olson (alternate)
Michelle E. Wright, Niels
Tygesen (alternate)
N. Fair Board liaison Michelle E. Wright Michelle E. Wright
O. Tompkins County Animal Control Carissa Parlato, Katelin Olson
(alternate)
Carissa Parlato, Katelin Olson
(alternate)
P. Cayuga Lake Watershed Intermun.
Org. (CWIO)
Elizabeth Thomas, Roxanne
Marino (alternate)
Elizabeth Thomas, Roxanne
Marino (alternate)
Q. Board of Assessment Review Cheryl Thompson, David Means Cheryl Thompson, David Means
R. Safety Committee Town Planner (TBD) (alternate),
Scott, Michelle, Carissa
Niels Tygesen, Scott Stewart,
Michelle E. Wrights, Carissa
Parlato
S. Cyber & IT Linda Little, Michelle Wright,
Carissa Parlato
Katelin Olson, Michelle E.
Wright, Carissa Parlato, Linda
Little, Mary Bouchard
T. Water Supervisor Scott Stewart Scott Stewart
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U. Water District Billing & Collection
Clerk
Carissa Parlato Carissa Parlato
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-24: PLANNING BOARD AND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board has appointed the following to be members of the Planning Board and
Board of Zoning Appeals with staggered annual appointments. Members whose terms expire in 2023 may be
either replaced or reappointed. Chair appointments are for one year only.
Name / email Date Appointed Term Expiration
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
STEPHEN MORREALE
Chair (One year term)
Member (5 year term)
1/5/2023
1/5/2021
12/31/2023
12/31/2025
CHERYL THOMPSON 1/5/2023 12/31/2027
ROBERT HOWARTH 1/28/2020 12/31/2024
DAVID TYLER 1/5/2022 12/31/2026
ANDREW HILLMAN 1/10/2019 12/31/2023
THOMAS BUTLER (alternate) 1/5/2023 12/31/2023
TBD (Clerk) 1/5/2023 12/31/2023
PLANNING BOARD
PETE ANGIE,
Chair (One year term)
Member (5 year term)
1/5/2023
1/5/2022
12/31/2023
12/31/2026
REBECCA SCHNEIDER 1/10/19 12/31/2023
LINDA LIDDLE 1/5/2023 12/31/2027
ELIZABETH GARNER 1/6/2021 12/31/2025
MORRIS KLEIN 12/10/2019 12/31/2024
Vacant (1st ALTERNATE) 12/31/2023
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Vacant (2nd ALTERNATE) 12/31/2023
TBD (Clerk) 1/5/2023 12/31/2023
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-25: REPEALING THE VACCINATION POLICY
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses passed the Vaccination & Testing policy on Oct. 12, 2021 as a response to the
COVID-19 pandemic, and
WHEREAS, vaccination and testing guidelines have continued to evolve,
RESOLVED that the Town Board repeals the 2021 Vaccination & Testing policy.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-26: APPROVAL OF AMENDED AND UPDATED POLICIES
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following amended and updated policies:
Personnel
Procurement
Investment
Capital Assets
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-27: POLICIES
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town board acknowledges the following policies:
*indicates policy is required by law
Policy* Last updated Notes
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy 7/13/21
Personnel various sections
updated 2015- 2019
Includes insurance & retiree
benefits
*Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing 2015 (for Highway employees only)
included in Personnel Policy; will
consider updating in 2023 to refer
to legalized marijuana
* Code of Ethics 2009 included in Personnel Policy
* Workplace Violence 2015 included in Personnel Policy
* Harassment & Discrimination 2019 included in Personnel Policy
* Sexual Harassment Prevention 2019 included in Personnel Policy
* Sick, vacation, overtime, and leave 2019 included in Personnel Policy
* Expense reimbursements (for mileage,
travel, food and lodging)
2017 included in Personnel Policy
* Procurement 2010 *must be reviewed annually
* Use of Municipal Equipment (town-owned
vehicles; computer use; municipally-issued
cell phones/smart
phones/tablets/computers; social media)
2015 included in Personnel Policy
Claims 2012
* Computer System Security (aka IT Breach
Notification)
2012
* Information Technology Policies:
Use of and Access to Personal, Private
and Sensitive Information
Wireless Security Policy
Password Security Policy
Internet, Email, and Personal Computer
Use
2015, 2017 Pieces included in both Personnel
Policy and Records Mgmt policies
with the exception of:
Wireless Security Policy
Mobile Computing and Storage
Device Policy
Online Banking
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Mobile Computing and Storage Device
Policy
Online Banking
Meeting Rules and Procedures 2018, amended 2021
*Investment 1994
Planning Board and Zoning Board
Attendance and Training
2012
Records Management 2017
* Local Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plans (Emergency
Preparedness)
1993
EMS Ambulance Billing 2019
Mailbox Replacement for Highway Dept. 2019
*Title IV Anti-discrimination Plan Town does not have this policy
* Defense and Indemnification Town does not have this policy
* Capital Asset Policy 2023
BE IT RESOLVED that these documents shall be maintained on the town website, provided in print upon
request, and further
RESOLVED that each employee and elected or appointed official (except the Town Court office) shall sign off
that they have read and understand the following policies within one month of hire or taking office:
Personnel- includes vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits
Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing (for Highway employees only)
Code of Ethics
Workplace Violence
Sexual Harassment
FURTHER RESOLVED that ANNUALLY all employees and elected or appointed officials** shall sign off that
they have read and understood the following policies:
Code of Ethics
Workplace Violence
Sexual Harassment
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk’s Office shall maintain these records and notify the Town
Supervisor of anyone who has not complied with these requirements.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-28: MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING
RESOLVED that all employees (including elected and appointed officials and committee members), with the
exception the Town Court, participate in annual training as specified, and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Planner shall oversee the Planning Board and Zoning Board training
fulfillments and documentation and provide these records to the Town Clerk’s Office, and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk’s Office shall maintain these records and notify the Town
Supervisor of anyone who has not complied with these requirements.
Item Training Who must participate
Code of Ethics policy Required by NYS All staff, appointed,
elected, boards and
committees
Workplace Violence policy Required by NYS All staff, appointed,
elected, boards and
committees
Harassment & Discrimination policy Required by NYS All staff, appointed,
elected, boards and
committees
Sexual Harassment Prevention policy Required by NYS All staff, appointed,
elected, boards and
committees
Planning Board and Zoning Board Training 4 hours/year as per Town
policy
Planning & Zoning boards
Emergency Preparedness Shall be held sometime
before June 1st of 2023.
All staff
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-29: MANDATORY REVIEW OF ALL ACCIDENTS INVOLVING TOWN PROPERTY
WHEREAS the Town’s insurance carrier has requested that a procedure be put in place to review all accidents
involving Town-owned property; and
WHEREAS the purpose of the purpose of this process is to document any health and safety events, including
‘near misses’, in order to better understand how the Town might improve health and safety conditions for its
employees; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED that any employee involved in an accident involving Town property will complete the
incident report form provided by the Town Bookkeeper; and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board delegates the procedural review of any accident involving Town
property to the Town’s Safety Committee.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-30: RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses appoints the Town Clerk, Carissa Parlato as Records Management
Officer and;
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board shall be notified of Freedom of Information Requests.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-31: GIFTS FROM TOWN TO OTHER PARTIES
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
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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: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-32: 2023 FEES and PENALTIES
RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the following fees and penalties for 2023
PLANNING & ZONING:
ZONING: 2022 Fees: 2023 Fees:
Development District $250 + costs $275 + costs
Re-zoning $250 + costs $275 + costs
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: 2022 Fees 2023 Fees
Variance $150. (includes legal ad) $165 (includes legal ad)
PLANNING BOARD:
Lot Line Alteration $50.00 $55
Subdivision - Minor $150.00 $165
Subdivision - Major $300.00 $330
Site Plan Review- Residential $100 + costs $110 + costs
Site Plan Review- Commercial $200. + costs $220. + costs
Site Plan requiring Special Permit $250.00 $275.00
OTHER PLANNING & ZONING:
SWPPP Review 3 $100+ engineering and Soil &
Water Conservation Service
Fees
$110+ engineering and Soil &
Water Conservation Service
Fees
Copies of Comprehensive Plan, Zoning,
Farmland Protection Plan, etc.
$15/copy of plan $17/copy of plan
BUILDING/CODE:
OPERATING PERMITS 2022 Fee 2023 Fee
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Operating Permit $75.00 $75.00
Fireworks display $150.00 $150.00
Special Event Operating Permit- for events with
2000 or more in attendance
$150/day of event Planned adjustment in
2023
Special Event Operating Permit- for events
requiring a permit with under 2000 in attendance.
$50/day of event Planned adjustment in
2023
BUILDING PERMITS 2022 Fee 2023 Fee
1 & 2 Family Residences, includes finished
basements
$.30/sq ft or $3/thousand,
whichever is greater.
$.40/sq ft or
$4/thousand,
whichever is greater.
Modular $.20/sq ft $.30/sq ft
Unfinished basements $.15/sq ft. $.20/sq ft.
Multiple dwelling/Multi- residential $225 + $3/K $225 + $4/K
Commercial bldgs., bridges, tanks, and towers $425 + $4/K $425 + $5/K
Alterations, renovations, additions, pools $75 + $3/K $75 + $4/K
Accessory Building- separate from a main building $55 + $3/K $55 + $4/K
Accessory Building – attached to 1 & 2 family
residence
$0.30/sq. ft. $0.40/sq. ft.
Building Permit Renewal Half existing building
permit fee
Half existing building
permit fee
Any building begun without a valid building permit Double normal fee Double normal fee
Solar, wind or alt. energy permit- RESIDENTIAL $75.00 $75.00
Solar, wind or alt. energy permit- COMMERCIAL $75 + $3/K $75 + $4/K
Sign permit $50.00 $50.00
Woodstove or heating unit $50.00 $50.00
Demolition $2/K ($65 min) $2/K ($75 min)
Fire Inspection (includes one re- inspection if
necessary)
$50/inspection $75/inspection
Additional Fire Inspections (if more than 2
necessary beyond initial inspection(s))
$50/inspection $75/inspection
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES:
SERVICE PROVIDED FEE
Treat and Release (no transport) $75
Motor Vehicle Accident, including non-transport $450
BLS Non-Emergency $500
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BLS Emergency $1,050
ALS 1 Non-Emergency $850
ALS 1 Emergency $1405
ALS 2 Emergency $1612
Specialty Care Transport $n/a
Paramedic Intercept $1200
Specialty Care $500
Ground Transport per Mile $35.00
CLERK:
DOG FEES:
Dog license/renewal (spayed/neutered) $13.50
Dog license/renewal (not spayed/neutered) $20.50
New dog tag $3.00
Purebred license (5-20 purebred dogs) $100.00
Purebred license (21 or more purebred dogs) $200.00
Dog impoundment fee $25 for 1st offense
$50 for 2nd offense
$75 for 3rd offense
Unlicensed dog/Failure to renew license $25 for 1st offense
$50 for 2nd offense
$75 for 3rd offense
Dog enumeration fee $25.00
OTHER FEES: NOTES:
Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate $10.00 set by NYS
Marriage license $40.00 set by NYS
Marriage license for active-duty military no fee set by NYS
Games of Chance license $50.00 set by NYS
Hunting Licenses (varies by license) set by NYS
Disabled Parking no fee set by NYS
Returned check fee $20.00 Maximum allowed by NYS
WATER:
PERMITS & HOOK-UPS:
Plumbing permit (up to 5 inspections) $240.00
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New contractor registration $15.00
Engineering fees for out-of-
district/extension requests
Based on engineer’s
estimate.
TAPS:
Main tap (Standard household tap) Current cost (billed by
Bolton Point)
>1" Tap Current cost (billed by
Bolton Point)
METERS:
Standard Household Based on market cost
RF Radio Reader Based on market cost
Meter: pit type Based on market cost
Meter: >3/4” Based on market cost
Frosted (frozen) meter replacement Cost of meter + 1 hr. labor
BACKFLOW/CROSS CONNECTION:
Backflow application review (handled by Bolton Pt)
WATER SALES: NOTES:
Water sales to users in Districts 1 & 2
Set by the Village of
Trumansburg with
administrative fee added
by Ulysses per contract
(generally 1.5x the Village
rate)
Water sales to users in Districts 1 & 2- late
fee
10% Added for 2023
Water sales to users in Districts 3 and 4 $10.05/1000 gallons Based on Town of Ithaca’s
2023 water price of
$8.89/1000 gl with a
percentage added to account
for water loss
Water District 3 Bulk User rate 1.1x Town of Ulysses rate
($11.09)
CODE AND PLANNING/ZONING PENALTIES:
Activity Penalty Resolution/Law Notes
OPERATING PERMITS
Penalty for failure to apply for
Special Permit- 1st offense
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$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
OTHER
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
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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 State
Navigation 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
WATER PENALTIES:
Item Penalty Source Notes
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)
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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
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-33: 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 TERM END NOTES
CONSERVATION &
SUSTAINABILITY
ADVISORY (CSAC)
Roxanne Marino 2024 Chair – appointment
expires 12/31/23
Bara Hotchkiss 2024
Terry Carroll 2023
Andy Hillmann 2023
Marissa Nolan 2024
YOUTH COMMISSION
(annual appointments)
Paul Pennock (chair) 2023 School liaison
TBD 2023 Town rep
Liz Weatherby 2023 Town rep
Katelin Olson 2023 Town board liaison
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Shelley Lester 2023 RYS liaison
Rick Alvord 2023 County liaison
Ben Carver 2023 Village board liaison
Michael Darfler 2023 Village rep
Keith Hannon 2023 Village rep
HABITAT NATURE
PRESERVE COMMITTEE
(annual appointment)
Carissa Parlato (chair) 2023 Town liaison
Marvin Pritts 2023
Aaron Rovitz 2023
Kira Lallas 2023 Neighbor
Marc Devokaitis 2023 neighbor
Mary Bouchard 2023 Town board liaison
TREE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Andy Hillmann 2025
Don Ellis 2025
Greg Peck 2023
Pamela Markham 2023
Marvin Pritts 2024
John Wertis 2024
BEE COMMITTEE
(annual appointment)
Dorothy Brown 2023
Gail Shapiro 2023
Vivien Rose 2023
Gunther Keil 2023
Alison James 2023
Mary Bouchard (chair) 2023 Town committee
member
WATER SOURCE
PROTECTION PLAN
COMMITTEE
Linda Liddle (chair) Through project
completion
Tim Martinson Through project
completion
Amy Panek Through project
completion
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Stephen Morreale Through project
completion
Rebecca Schneider Through project
completion
Liz Thomas Through project
completion
Roxanne Marino Through project
completion
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
UPDATE COMMITTEE
Ann DiPetta Through project
completion
Community member
Rebecca Schneider Through project
completion
Planning Board
committee member
Roxanne Marino Through project
completion
CSAC committee
member
Katelin Olson 12/31/2023 Town Board
committee member
Elizabeth Weatherby 12/31/2023 Town Board Liaison
and Committee
Member Alternate
(vacant) BZA committee
member
(vacant) Business owner
member
(vacant) Ag committee
member
(vacant) Ag committee
member
(vacant) Community member
(vacant) Community member
(vacant) Village CPZR liaison
SAFETY & EMERGENCY
COMMITTEE
(annual appointment)
Carissa Parlato (co-chair) 2023
Michelle E. Wright (co-chair) 2023
Michael Boggs 2023 Town Board liaison
Steve Manciocchi 2023 Union rep
Katelin Olson 2023 Town Board liaison
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-34: POLICY FOR APPLYING AND RECEIVING GRANTS AND ENGAGING IN
CONTRACTS (Originally Adopted 6/26/2006 As The “Gatekeeper” Resolution), (Amended 1/14/2020)
WHEREAS the Town Board is the Executive body charged with speaking and acting on behalf of the Town (Town Law
Section 64), unless such powers are specifically delegated by resolution to the Supervisor, as per Town Law Section
29(16), or to another individual,
BE IT RESOLVED that any application (full or partial, new or revised) for grant funding or financing above $2,000, or
request for evaluation of funding potential, or any request for review or approval of any project proposed by the Town
of Ulysses to any government agency or other entity external Ulysses Town government be approved by Town Board
resolution before it is submitted to the appropriate agency, and;
FURTHER RESOLVED that all funding applications should be evaluated for future impact on Town staff time and
resources before being submitted, and;
FURTHER RESOLVED that unless otherwise authorized, the Town Supervisor must also be given authority by the Town
Board to accept grant funds on any successful grant applications, and;
FURTHER RESOLVED that unless authorized in the Town of Ulysses Procurement Policy (or otherwise), the Town
Supervisor and Highway Superintendent must also be authorized by the Town Board to make contractual
commitments on behalf of the town, and;
FURTHER RESOLVED, all Town Board members including the Supervisor shall identify whether they are speaking by
authority of the Board or as an individual when talking with granting agencies, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution hereby supersedes all previous Town Board resolutions which may be
interpreted as giving the Supervisor, any other member of the Town Board, Highway Superintendent, or any
professional contracted with by the Town of Ulysses the authority to make applications (full or partial) for grants,
loans, or any other type of project financing, make contractual commitments (verbal or written) on behalf of the Town,
or otherwise act in any legal or official capacity on behalf of the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-35: TOWN BOARD ACCESS TO ATTORNEY SERVICES
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has retained legal services that include attendance at monthly meetings of
the Town Board as needed, as well as regular calls with the Town Supervisor to prioritize and discuss legal
work, therefore be it
RESOLVED that any work requested by Town Board members that will require more than 2 hours of attorney
time to resolve shall be routed through the Town Supervisor or be authorized by the entire Town Board.
RESOLUTION 2023-36: TOWN BOARD ACCESS TO ENGINEERING SERVICES
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses has contracted for engineering services, therefore be it
RESOLVED that any work requested by Town Board members that will require more than 2 hours of
engineering time to resolve shall be routed through the Town Supervisor or be authorized by the entire
Town Board.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-37: CONTRACTS AND ANNUAL PAYMENTS
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to annually sign contracts and letters of agreement with the
following entities:
Entity Contract Amt
approved for 2023
budget
Contract not to
Exceed Amt for
2023
Notes Regarding
Payment
American Legion (Assistance for
Veterans)
$475 n/a Annually by 5/31
BAS software annual agreement for
water billing
$750 n/a Annually
BAS software annual agreement for
clerk program
$700 n/a Annually
BAS software annual agreement for
on-line dog module
$400 n/a Annually
Board of Zoning Appeals $300 – chair
$200- members
n/a Annually in Dec.
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Cayuga Lake Watershed
Intermunicipal Organization
$2,048 n/a As invoiced
Cleaning- Weekends $600/month + annual
floor wax @ about
$900
monthly
Community Science Institute $6,567 n/a As invoiced
Cooperative Extension (Youth
Programming)
$58,044 $58,044 As invoiced
Engineering – MRB See Current rate
schedule
Not to exceed rate
schedule.
As invoiced
Foodnet $2,250 n/a Annually by 5/31
Gadabout $2,500 n/a Annually by 5/31
General Code (for annual fee) $1,195 n/a As invoiced
GTCHIC (Health Consortium) No fee- just contract
amendments to
include new members,
etc.
Historian $1773 n/a Annually in Dec.
IT Services $45/hr - $90/hr n/a As invoiced
Lifelong $3,000 n/a Annually by 5/31
Planning Board $300 – chair
$200- members
n/a Annually in Dec.
Stormwater Coalition $1,500 n/a As invoiced
Trumansburg Senior Citizens $850 n/a Annually by 5/31
Tompkins County Recreation
Partnership
$9,715 $9,715 As invoiced
Tompkins County Animal Control $18,134 $18,134 Monthly
Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine
Arts
$5,000 n/a As invoiced
Tompkins County Soil & Water $50/hr n/a As invoiced
Attorney for the Town– Nathan D.
VanWhy, Coughlin and Gerhart, LLP
$250/hr Attorney
$180/hr Paralegal
$265/hr Partner,
$230/hr Associate,
$185/hr Paralegal
As invoiced
Ulysses Historical Society $1,000 n/a Annually by 5/31
Ulysses Philomathic Library $12,500 n/a Annually by 5/31
Williamson Law – Accounting
Software
$1,366 n/a Annually
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Williamson Law Book- Tax Glance
software program
$163 n/a As invoiced
Village of Trumansburg Sidewalk
Maintenance
Based on Village hourly
rates
n/a As invoiced
RecDesk Software Subscription $3,700 $3,700 Annually
Youth – Library Summer reading
program
$4,000 $4,000 By 5/31
Charge Point Fees (EV charging
station)
$3,321 $3,321 3 yr warranty paid in
2021
Trumansburg Farmers Market $3,000 $3,000 2022 amt payable by
5/31
Armory Associates $2,200 $2,200 GASB 75 Reporting
Insero $13,750 $15,000 Annual Audit
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-38: DISTRIBUTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL 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 final 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. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
OTHER ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS, NOT SUBJECT TO TOWN BOARD APPROVAL:
Job title: Name of appointee: Appointed by:
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Bookkeeper to the Supervisor Blixy Taetzsch Town Supervisor
1st Deputy Supervisor Richard Goldman Town Supervisor
Budget Officer & 2nd Deputy
Supervisor
Michelle E. Wright Town Supervisor
Town Historian TBD Town Supervisor
Court Clerk Angela Champion Town Justices
Deputy Town Clerk Cassandra Beck Town Clerk
Second Deputy Town Clerk Rosemarie Hanson Town Clerk
Deputy Highway Superintendent Dave Snyder Highway Superintendent
RESOLUTION 2023-39: DESIGNATING A DELEGATE TO AOT MEETING
RESOLVED that Michael Boggs is authorized to vote on behalf of the town at the Associations of Towns’
annual meeting.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
RESOLUTION 2023-40: APPROVAL OF CYBER INSURANCE
RESOLVED that Michael Boggs is authorized to vote on behalf of the town at the Associations of Towns’
annual meeting.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/5/23
JANUARY 10, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
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RESOLUTION 2023-41: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “CONTRACTS AWARDED TO BEST VALUE BIDDERS”
WHEREAS, the Town has authority to adopt the local law referred to above (hereafter “the Local Law” (see
Appendix) pursuant to Section 10 of the Municipal Home Rule Law and Section 103 of the General Municipal
Law; and
WHEREAS, the Town is committed to procuring services and goods in a fiscally responsible manner; and
WHEREAS, on December 16, 2022 a public hearing on the question of adopting the Local Law was duly
advertised for January 10, 2023 at 7:00 pm; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on January 10, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. by the Town of Ulysses at 10 Elm
Street, and all parties in attendance, either in person, via Zoom, or through written comments sent to the
Town Clerk, were permitted an opportunity to speak or otherwise express themselves in favor of or in
opposition to the Local Law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED THAT the adoption of this Local Law is a Type II action under the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act; and be it further
RESOLVED THAT the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts the Local Law entitled “Contracts
Award to Best Value Bidders.”
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
APPENDIX:
TOWN OF ULYSSES
LOCAL LAW NO. ___ FOR THE YEAR 2023
A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED
“CONTRACTS AWARDED TO BEST VALUE BIDDERS”
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses as follows:
Section 1. General Provisions
Section 1.1 Purpose
This Local Law provides for the Town Board to exercise its local option pursuant to § 103, Subdivision 1 of the New York
General Municipal Law, to authorize the award of purchase contracts and contracts for services subject to competitive bidding on
the basis of either lowest responsible bidder or “best value” as defined in § 163 of the New York State Finance Law. The “best
value” option may be used if it is more cost efficient over time to award the good or service to other than the lowest responsible
bidder, based on factors such as lower cost of maintenance, durability, higher quality and longer product life.
Section 1.2 Basis for award
Goods and services procured and awarded on the basis of best value are those that the Town Board determines will be of
the highest quality while being the most cost efficient. The determination of quality and cost efficiency shall be based on
objectively quantified and clearly described and documented criteria, which may include, but shall not be limited to, any or all of
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the following: cost of maintenance; proximity to the end user if distance or response time is a significant term; durability;
availability of replacement parts or maintenance contractors; longer product life; product performance criteria; and quality of
craftsmanship.
Section 1.3 Applicable Contracts
These sections apply to all Town purchase contracts, including those involving an expenditure of more than $20,000 and
Town contracts for services involving an expenditure of more than $35,000, but excludes purchase contracts necessary for the
completion of a public works contract pursuant to Article 8 of the State Labor Law as well as excluding any other contracts in
accordance with current or future state law. If the dollar thresholds of General Municipal Law § 103 are increased or decreased in
the future by the State Legislature, the dollar thresholds set forth herein shall be deemed simultaneously amended to match the
new General Municipal Law thresholds.
Section 1.4 Award based on low bid or best value; Documentation
A quote or proposal for a purchase or contract covered by this Local Law received pursuant to standard bidding procedures
may be awarded on either a best value or lowest responsible bidder standard. All information gathered in the course of the bidding
procedures of this section shall be filed with the documentation supporting the subsequent purchase or public works contract.
When a contract is awarded on the basis of best value rather than a lowest responsible bidder, the basis for determining best value
shall be thoroughly and accurately documented.
Section 1.5 Procurement Policy
Any inconsistent provision of the Town’s procurement policy, as adopted by local law of the Town Board, or as amended
thereafter, shall be deemed superseded by the provisions of this Local law.
Section 4. Remainder
Except as hereinabove amended, the remainder of the Code of the Town of Ulysses shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 5. Severability
The provisions of this Local Law are severable and if any provision, clause, sentence, subsection, word or part thereof is
held illegal, invalid, unconstitutional, or inapplicable to any person or circumstance, such illegality, invalidity or
unconstitutionality, or inapplicability shall not affect or impair any of the remaining provisions, clauses, sentences, subsections,
words, or parts of this local law or their application to other persons or circumstances. It is hereby declared to be the legislative
intent that this local law would have been adopted if such illegal, invalid, or unconstitutional provision, clause, sentence,
subsection, word or part had not been included therein, and as if such person or circumstance, to which the local law or part thereof
is held inapplicable, had been specifically exempt therefrom.
Section 6. Effective Date
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the New York State Secretary of State in accordance with
Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law.
RESOLUTION 2023-42: APPOINTMENT(S) TO BEE COMMITTEE
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints the following individuals to the Bee Committee for a term
expiring December 31, 2023:
Paul Rack
Brooke Palmer
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Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-43: AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF WATER DISTRICT 3 RADIO METERS
WHEREAS the Water District 3 2023 budget includes the funds to purchase radio meters in order to increase
the efficiency of quarterly meter reading as well as maintain the effectiveness of Town owned assets; and
WHEREAS this purchase will ensure all meters in Water District 3 are radio meters; and
WHEREAS the vendor source of the radio meters is a “sole source” item per the Town’s Procurement policy
because this is the only vendor who distributes this particular meter, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the purchase of 139 radio meters for Water District 3 at the cost
of $262 per meter.
Further resolved that this is approved contingent upon the quote referring to whole meters rather than just
heads.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-44: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW REPEALING AND REPLACING
CHAPTER 80 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED “CONSTRUCTION CODES, UNIFORM”
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses will hold a public hearing in person at 10 Elm Street,
Trumansburg, NY and via ZOOM on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving
comments on the proposed Local Law Repealing and Replacing Chapter 80 of the Town Code Entitled
“Construction Codes, Uniform; and further
RESOLVED, that in addition to participation in the public hearing, all members of the public wishing to submit
written comments on the proposed agreement may do so in writing addressed to the Town Clerk at 10 Elm
Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or by email to clerk@townofulyssesny.gov, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to publish notice of said hearing the in Ithaca Journal as required
by law and the Town Board authorizes payment of expenses associated with said publication.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-45: INVESTMENT of UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE
WHEREAS the Town’s investment policy authorizes the Town Supervisor to purchase investments; and
WHEREAS the Finance Committee recommends investing $1 million of the Town ’s unappropriated fund
balance using the Town’s current investment strategy with Tompkins Financial Advisors, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board recognizes the investment of the Town ’s unappropriated fund balance.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-46: DESIGNATION OF A PROPERTY MANAGER
WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted the Asset and Inventory Policy at the January 5, 2023 Organizational
Meeting, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoints Michelle E. Wright as the Town’s Property Manager through
December 31, 2023 in accordance with the Asset and Inventory Policy.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-47: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from October 11, 2022 (regular
meeting), November 8, 2022 (regular meeting), November 8, 2022 (public hearing), December 2, 2022
(special meeting), December 13, 2022 (regular meeting) and December 13, 2022 (public hearing) as
presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-48: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for Abstract 13 of the
2022 financial year, vouchers numbered 589 through 617 in the amount of $40,509.80; and Abstract 1 of the
2023 financial year, vouchers numbered 1 through 21 in the amount of $53,901.91.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/10/23
JANUARY 24, 2023 TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-49: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
COUNCIL (ITCTC) APPLICATION FOR BLACK DIAMOND TRAIL EXTENSION FROM TAUGHANNOCK STATE
PARK TO THE VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG
WHEREAS, federal funds have been made available to municipalities for transportation planning projects
through the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC); and
WHEREAS, the extension of the Black Diamond Trail through the Town of Ulysses to the Village of
Trumansburg is recognized in both the Black Diamond Trail Master Plan (2008) and the Town of Ulysses
Comprehensive Plan (2009) as a desirable connection; and
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WHEREAS, the proposed project involves developing a plan that identifies the appropriate routes and
designs needed to apply for New York State Consolidated Funding through the Southern Tier Regional
Economic Development Council for the completion of the trail extension; and
WHEREAS, approximately $18,000 is available for the proposed project in grant funding through ITCTC; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses allocates up to $8,000 in additional funding as a grant match;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to submit an application to ITCTC
for funding for design and project planning for an extension of the Black Diamond Trail to the Village of
Trumansburg.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-50: UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE INVESTMENT
WHEREAS the Town’s investment policy authorizes the Town Supervisor to purchase investments; and
WHEREAS the Finance Committee recommends investing $250,000 of the Town’s unappropriated fund
balance using the Town’s current investment strategy with Tompkins Financial Advisors, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board recognizes the investment of the Town’s unappropriated fund balance.
Moved: Mr. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-51: 2022 USE OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARPA) FUNDS FOR WD3 ANODE BAG
WHEREAS in resolution 83-2022 the Ulysses Town Board approved the use of ARPA funds for the Water
District 3 tank maintenance and anode bag replacement; and
WHEREAS this resolution is for purposes of documentation and reporting, therefore be it
RESOLVED that the final cost of this project was $7,949.86 and is the total of ARPA funds used in 2022.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
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Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-52: RECOGNIZING INTER-FUND LOAN FROM A FUND BALANCE TO CAPITAL FUND HB
ACROSS FINANCIAL YEARS
WHEREAS The Cemetery Road Bridge Replacement Project is a multi-year, grant reimbursed project, and
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Board authorized an interfund loan to the HB Capital Fund, created exclusively
for the Cemetery Road Bridge Replacement Project, by resolution #s 2019-160, 2020-238, 2021-192 and
2021-222; and
WHEREAS the final reimbursement for this project has yet to be received by NYSDOT due to administrative
delays on their end; and
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Board wishes to acknowledge that the NYS Office of the State Comptroller
prefers that interfund loans are paid back within a single financial year, or as soon as reasonably possible;
and, in cases where that is not possible, formal documentation and Board authorization is recommended,
therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board recognizes that the $300,000 owed from the HB Capital Fund (HB630
Due to Other Funds) to the A Fund (A391 Due from Other Funds) will exist in the financial records of the
2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 financial years.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-53: 2022 WD3 Reserve addition
WHEREAS Resolution #175 of 2022 established the SW3-232 / SW3-884 Capital Reserve Fund for Water
District 3, and
WHEREAS the 2022 budget included an addition to this reserve in the amount of $21,998, and
WHEREAS based on the results of the financial year the Budget Officer recommends adding $22,000 to the
reserve, and
WHEREAS the intention of this resolution is to provide documentation regarding the addition to the reserve,
therefore be it
RESOLVED that a total of $22,000 will be added to the SW3-232 / SW3-884 Capital Reserve Fund for Water
District 3.
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Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-54: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS:
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorize the budget modifications as presented (see Appendix).
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-55: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF
THE TOWN CODE TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR SENIOR AND DISABLED CITIZENS
UNDER SECTION 467 OF THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW”
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses will hold a public hearing in person at 10 Elm Street,
Trumansburg, NY and via ZOOM on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving
comments on the proposed Local Law “Senior and Disabled Citizens’ Real Property Partial Tax Exemptions;”
and further
RESOLVED, that in addition to participation in the public hearing, all members of the public wishing to submit
written comments on the proposed agreement may do so in writing addressed to the Town Clerk at 10 Elm
Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or by email to clerk@townofulyssesny.gov, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to publish notice of said hearing in the Ithaca Journal as required
by law and the Town Board authorizes payment of expenses associated with said publication.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-56: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF
THE TOWN CODE TO AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND
VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE WORKERS UNDER SECTION 466-A OF THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY
TAX LAW”
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses will hold a public hearing in person at 10 Elm Street,
Trumansburg, NY and via ZOOM on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7:01 p.m. for the purpose of receiving
comments on the proposed Local Law “Amending Chapter 174 of the Town Code to Authorize a Property Tax
Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Workers Under Section 466-a of the New
York State Real Property Tax Law”; and further
RESOLVED, that in addition to participation in the public hearing, all members of the public wishing to submit
written comments on the proposed agreement may do so in writing addressed to the Town Clerk at 10 Elm
Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or by email to clerk@townofulyssesny.gov, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to publish notice of said hearing in the Ithaca Journal as required
by law and the Town Board authorizes payment of expenses associated with said publication.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-57: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 80 OF THE TOWN
CODE ENTITLED ‘CONSTRUCTION CODES, UNIFORM’”
WHEREAS, the Town has authority to adopt the local law referred to above (hereafter “the Local Law”)
pursuant to Section 10 of the Municipal Home Rule Law and Section 103 of the General Municipal Law; and
WHEREAS, the Town is committed to keeping Construction Codes in compliance with New York State
requirements; and
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2023 a public hearing on the question of adopting the Local Law was duly
advertised for January 24, 2023 at 7:00 pm; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on January 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. by the Town of Ulysses at 10 Elm
Street, and all parties in attendance, either in person, via Zoom, or through written comments sent to the
Town Clerk, were permitted an opportunity to speak or otherwise express themselves in favor of or in
opposition to the Local Law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED THAT the adoption of this Local Law is a Type II action under the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act; and be it further
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RESOLVED THAT the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts the Local Law entitled “Repealing and
Replacing Chapter 80 of the Town Code Entitled ‘Construction Codes, Uniform.” (See Appendix)
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-58: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF TOWN BOARD AUDIT OF JUSTICE COURTS
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;
NOW 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 Michael Boggs and Elizabeth Weatherby, on behalf of the Town Board,
on January 11, 2023; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk shall submit a certified copy of this resolution along with the results
of the audit to the NYS Office of Court Administration.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-59: APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE CLERK FOR THE PLANNING BOARD AND BOARD OF
ZONING APPEALS
RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoints Lou DiPietro as the Town’s Alternate Planning Board and Board of
Zoning Appeals Clerk through December 31, 2023 at an hourly pay rate of $21.17/hour, retroactive to
January 18, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
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Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-60: APPRECIATION TO ROXANNE MARINO FOR TOWN BOARD SERVICE
WHEREAS, a vacancy on the Town Board beginning in January 1, 2022 resulted in the appointment of
Roxanne Marino for approximately 10 months as a Town Board member; and
WHEREAS, the Town is grateful to Dr. Marino for her service to the Town in 2022 and appreciates her
ongoing service on several Town committees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board extends its appreciation to Roxanne Marino for her past and current
services and contributions to the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-61: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE CHAIR APPOINTMENT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoint Ann DiPetta as chair of the committee for the duration of
the committee.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-62: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from January 5, 2023 (organizational
meeting), January 10, 2023 (regular meeting) and January 10, 2023 (public hearing) as presented or
amended.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 1/24/23
FEBRUARY 14, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-63: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE TO
AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR SENIOR AND DISABLED CITIZENS UNDER SECTION 467 OF
THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW”
WHEREAS, the Town has authority to adopt the local law referred to above (hereafter “the Local Law”)
pursuant to Section 10 of the Municipal Home Rule Law; and
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2023 a public hearing on the question of adopting the Local Law was duly
advertised for February 14, 2023 at 7:00 pm; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on February 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. by the Town of Ulysses at 10 Elm
Street, and all parties in attendance, either in person, via Zoom, or through written comments sent to the
Town Clerk, were permitted an opportunity to speak or otherwise express themselves in favor of or in
opposition to the Local Law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED THAT the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts the Local Law entitled “Amending
Chapter 174 of the Town Code to Authorize a Property Tax Exemption for Senior and Disabled Citizens Under
Section 467 of the New York State Real Property Tax Law”.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-64: A LOCAL LAW ENTITLED “AMENDING CHAPTER 174 OF THE TOWN CODE TO
AUTHORIZE A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE
WORKERS UNDER SECTION 466-A OF THE NEW YORK STATE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW”
WHEREAS, the Town has authority to adopt the local law referred to above (hereafter “the Local Law”)
pursuant to Section 10 of the Municipal Home Rule Law; and
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2023 a public hearing on the question of adopting the Local Law was duly
advertised for February 14, 2023 at 7:05 pm; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on February 14, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. by the Town of Ulysses at 10 Elm
Street, and all parties in attendance, either in person, via Zoom, or through written comments sent to the
Town Clerk, were permitted an opportunity to speak or otherwise express themselves in favor of or in
opposition to the Local Law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED THAT the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts the Local Law entitled “Amending
Chapter 174 of the Town Code to Authorize a Property Tax Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters and
Volunteer Ambulance Workers Under Section 466-a of the New York State Real Property Tax Law.”
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-65: AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
WHEREAS, the Towns of Covert and Ulysses, and the Village of Trumansburg (together, the “Municipalities”),
have collectively engaged in discussions with the State of New York and the Boy Scouts concerning an
opportunity to manage the property known as “Camp Barton” for public recreation and other purposes; and
WHEREAS, in those discussions, the joint creation of a local development corporation to manage Camp
Barton was considered, as it would provide, among other things, flexibility and efficiency in management
decisions and operations, attorneys for the Municipalities have prepared a draft certificate of incorporation
and bylaws that provide a governance structure for a local development corporation, copies of which are
incorporated herein as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the proposed certificate of incorporation and bylaws have been considered by the Town Board of
the Town of Ulysses;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board hereby (1) approves and authorizes the execution and filing of the Certificate
of Incorporation of the Three Falls Local Development Corporation, pursuant to New York State Not-for-
Profit Law Section 1411; (2) approves and authorizes the execution of the Bylaws of the Three Falls Local
Development Corporation; (3) appoints Katelin Olson and Richard Goldman (pending his employer approval)
as Directors of the Three Falls Local Development Corporation, to serve until December 31, 2023; and (4)
that the Town Board approves an initial membership fee of $20,000 and appropriates such amount from the
Unappropriated Fund Balance to pay such fee; and be it further
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RESOLVED that the foregoing acts are a Type II action pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality
Review Act; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized to do all things necessary and
appropriate in order to effectuate the foregoing.
RESOLVED that this resolution shall take effect upon either the Town of Covert or the Village of Trumansburg
approving a resolution substantively authorizing those same acts approved herein.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-66: PROJECT ASSISTANT APPOINTMENTS
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints Rachel Kennedy and Molly Duell to the position of Project
Assistant at a pay rate of $22/hour for no more than 19/hours each per week through the remainder of
2023.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-67: RECOGNITION OF WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH AND FLYING OF WOMEN’S
HISTORY FLAG
WHEREAS, National Women’s History Month has been celebrated throughout the United States since 1987;
and
WHEREAS, the 2023 theme is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories;” and
WHEREAS, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories” encourages recognition of women in every
community, past and present, who devoted their lives and talents to reflect the human condition through
the decades in all forms of media and storytelling, including art, music, print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs,
podcasts, and more; and
WHEREAS, Jessie Tucker Agard (1944-1962), Lydia Godfrey Sears, (1963-1974), Carolyn A. Martin (1974-8,
1980-1983), Phyllis C. Lutes (1978-1980), Esther Northrup (1984-2006), Karen Dickson (2006-2009), and
Nancy Dean (2010-2013) served as Town Historian; and
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WHEREAS, Town residents Carolyn A. Martin, Nancy Dean, Arliss Robinson, Ellen Hall, Hope Bower, and Lydia
Sears (in advisory capacity) were appointed as members of the Town Bicentennial Committee in 1974, and
Nancy Dean appointed to represent Ulysses on the County Bicentennial Committee; and
WHEREAS, Town residents Ruth Wolverton, Marion Hoffmire, Gertrude Carman, Georgianna Stevenson,
Isobel Duddleston, Hope Bower, and Ellen Hall established the Ulysses Historical Society in 1975 to collect
and tell the stories of the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, Jean T. Agard, author of JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: A HISTORY
1790-1946; Ruth Farrell, editor, VOICES OF OUR PAST: ULYSSES HISTORICAL SOCIETY ORAL HISTORY PROJECT
(2005); Peggy Haine, S.K. List, Lydia G. Sears and Susan Ulrich, authors of articles re: Trumansburg in many
local papers; Virginia James, author of A BRIEF HISTORY OF TRUMANSBURG AND THE ULYSSES
PHILOMATHIC LIBRARY (1966); Phyllis C. Lutes, author of A HISTORY OF TRUMANSBURG NY (1955) and
CONTINUING HISTORY OF TRUMANSBURG 1967-1981 (no pub date); Carolyn A. Martin, author of
TRUMANSBURG NEW YORK INCORPORATION CENTENNIAL (1972); Harriet M. Swick, compiler of genealogical
material now held by the Ulysses Historical Society; and Mary Duddleston Zimmer, author of CURTAINS UP
ON MY STAGE: REVISITING A FINGER LAKES CHILDHOOD (2011), among others, have told the stories of the
Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, Lydia Godfrey Sears (1899-1978) made, documented, preserved and recorded the history of
Ulysses, re-establishing the Ulysses Philomathic Library (1935), founding a collection of historic clothing
known as the “Costume Bureau,” serving as Regent, Chief Taughannock Chapter of Daughters of the
American Revolution (1937-1939), teaching 3rd grade at Trumansburg Central School District (1946-1963),
writing local history articles for the Trumansburg Free Press (1954-1962), serving as Town of Ulysses
Historian (1963-1974), and writing A HISTORY OF TRUMANSBURG 1792-1967 (privately published, 1968); and
WHEREAS, Ulysses Town Board recognized Lydia Godfrey Sears’ “unmeasurable contribution to the cultural,
educational and historical life of the Town and its residents,” in its February 14, 1978 meeting; and
WHEREAS Lydia Godfrey Sears epitomizes “Women Who Tell Our Stories” in the Town of Ulysses;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses recognizes March 2023 as “Lydia Godfrey Sears Women’s History
Month,” and encourages residents of the Town of Ulysses to recognize this month with appropriate
celebrations, commemorations, and events, and to preserve the histories of their own female relatives and
ancestors of the Town of Ulysses by seeking and recording their female relatives’ stories and collecting and
depositing historical materials related to them in the Ulysses Historical Society Museum; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, approves the Town Supervisor to purchase and display the Women’s History flag for
the month of March per the Town of Ulysses Flag Policy.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-68: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from the January 24, 2023 regular
meeting and public hearing as presented.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-69: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves budget modifications as presented (see Appendix).
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
APPENDIX:
BUDGET MODIFICATIONS:
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RESOLUTION 2023-70: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for vouchers
numbered 22 through 81 in the amended amount of $835,174.73.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard absent
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/14/23
FEBRUARY 28, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-71: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH ADVANCE 2000 FOR IT STRATEGIC
DEVELOPMENT AND TEMPORARY IT SUPPORT
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses IT Committee conducted a solicitation process for IT providers including a
posting on the NYS Contract Reporter, conducted interviews and checked references; and
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WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses IT Committee recommends contracting with Advance2000 for IT services to
include an IT Strategic Plan and temporary IT support; and
WHEREAS, the Advance2000 quote is within the 2023 budgeted amount; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Ulysses Town Supervisor to enter into contract
with Advance2000 upon insurance broker review of the contract.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-72: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH TOMPKINS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER FOR
STORMWATER RELATED SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses annually contracts with Tompkins County Soil and Water for Storm water
Related Services; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board approved this contract at the Organizational Meeting; and
WHEREAS, the hourly rate for these services was incorrectly listed as $50/hour in the Organizational Meeting
resolution; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Ulysses Town Supervisor to enter into
contract with Tompkins County Soil and Water at a rate of $55/hour.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board repeals the approval given in the town ’s Organizational
Meeting of 1/5/23.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-73: TEMPORARY, SEASONAL HIGHWAY POSITION
WHEREAS, the Highway Department is in need of temporary, seasonal highway assistance due to shifting
personnel needs;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Board approves the position of a seasonal laborer at an hourly rate of $19/hour
for up to 40 hours per week for 16 weeks.
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Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-74: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from the two Public Hearings on
property tax exemptions and regular meeting Feb. 14 on presented.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 2/28/23
MARCH 14, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-75: AUTHORIZING SUPERVISOR TO NEGOTIATE FOR PROPERTY FOR TRUMANSBURG
COMMUNITY RECREATION (TCR)
WHEREAS, At a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses, held on the 14th day of March, 2023, at
Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, New York, the following resolution was offered and seconded;
WHEREAS, the Town Board is interested in acquiring a parcel of land known as 0 Trumansburg Road, Tax
Map #34.-2-1.3, consisting of approximately 13.25 acres; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to enter into negotiations with the property owner for the potential
purchase of said property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby determines
that it is in the best interests of the citizens of the Town to authorize the Town Supervisor to enter into
negotiations as set forth hereinabove; and be it further
RESOLVED that this resolution is effective immediately.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-76: RE-EVALUATE INTERCONNECTION #2 FROM 2015 ENGINEERING REPORT FOR
ROUTE 96
WHEREAS, multiple property owners along Route 96 between the Village line and Cold Springs Road have
expressed interest in accessing public water; and,
WHEREAS, the Town previously explored providing public water along this route, known as Interconnection
#2, in the 2015 Engineering Report created by MRB Group; and
WHEREAS, this re-evaluation would include:
Evaluation of an Interconnection with Village of Trumansburg from Smith Woods to Cold Springs
Road
Evaluation of creating a new water district south from the Village of Trumansburg to Taughannock
Park Road along Route 96, with water supplied from the Village of Trumansburg
Evaluation of creating a new water district north along Route 96 extending from Cold Springs Road to
approximately Smart Start, with water supplied from Bolton Point (like Water District 3)
Presentation of the findings at a Public Information Session to be scheduled with property owners
along the identified Route 96 corridor
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Supervisor to enter into an agreement with
MRB Group for a re-evaluation and public information session of the 2015 Engineering report pertaining to
Interconnection #2, and be it further,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the payment of $2500 to MRB Group for these services.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs nay
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-77: ONE DAY MARRIAGE OFFICIANT LICENSES
RESOLVED, that the Town Board sets the One Day Marriage Officiant License fee at $25 per the
requirements of the New York State Domestic Relations Law.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-78: APPOINTMENTS TO ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL
(ITCTC)
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board designates Michelle E. Wright as the liaison to the Tompkins
County Transportation Council Policy Committee from the Town of Ulysses, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board designates Niels Tygesen as the liaison to the
Tompkins County Transportation Council Planning Committee from the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-79: APPOINTMENT OF 1 ST ALTERNATE TO PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Matt Bishop as 1 st Alternate on the Planning Board for
the duration of 2023.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-80: SUPPORTING ADOPTION OF ASSEMBLY BILL 01091 FOR EMS
WHEREAS, emergency medical service (EMS) is an essential service and necessary to help protect the safety
and welfare of Ulysses residents; and
WHEREAS, escalating costs make it challenging to provide these services at a reasonable rate to our
taxpayers; and
WHEREAS, municipalities throughout New York would benefit from funding and leadership at the state level
for EMS; and
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WHERE, Assembly Bill 01091 is an "act to amend the public health law, in relation to establishing the
consolidated assistance program for EMS departments which creates a sustainable state financing mechanism
for emergency medical services,"
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town supports the adoption of Assembly Bill 01091 and encourages Governor
Kathy Hochul to include this initiative in 2023-2024 New York State Budget, and further
RESOLVED, directs the Town Clerk to provide a certified copy of the resolution to Governor Kathy Hochul
and Assemblyperson Anna Kelles.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-81: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from the two Public Hearings on
property tax exemptions and regular meeting Feb. 14 as amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-81-2: APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the budget modifications (see appendix) as presented.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-82: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for: vouchers
numbered 82 through 126 in the amount of $115,393.57
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/14/23
MARCH 28, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-83: APPOINTMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board appoints the following individuals to the Comprehensive Plan
Steering Committee through the completion of the comprehensive plan: Morris Klein and Diane Cohen.
Moved: Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-84: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY ON TRUMANSBURG RD
WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted March 14, 2023, the Town Board authorized the Town Supervisor to
enter into negotiations to acquire that parcel of land known as 0 Trumansburg Road, Tax Map #34.-2-1.3,
consisting of approximately 13.25 acres (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the real estate listing price of the Property is $129,000; and
WHEREAS, in the event an independent appraisal confirms the fair market value of the Property is at or
above $129,000, the Town Board desires to proceed with the purchase of the Property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that purchase of the Property is hereby determined to be an
Unlisted Action pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA); and be it
further
RESOLVED that the Town Board is hereby conducting an uncoordinated review of the environmental
significance of this action (as defined by SEQRA), and in accordance therewith has reviewed and completed
Parts 1 and 2 of the New York State Short Environmental Assessment Form; and be it further
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RESOLVED that the Property’s purchase is hereby determined to have no significant impacts because the
Property is vacant, and the Town intends to maintain the Property as vacant until such time as future plans for
use are finalized; and be it further
RESOVLED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby authorizes the Property ’s purchase at a cost
not to exceed $140,000, including the above listed purchase price and normal and customary adjustments
relating to the purchase of real estate in Tompkins County, New York, contingent upon confirmation of the
Property’s fair market value by appraisal equal to or greater than $129,000, and hereby appropriates such
amount from the A Fund for payment of the same; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Supervisor is hereby authorized, empowered and directed to take any and all
actions and to execute and deliver any and all documents and instruments, in the name and on behalf of the
Town, and under its Town seal or otherwise, and to do any and all things the Town Supervisor deems
necessary or advisable to carry out the intent of the foregoing resolution; and be if further
RESOLVED that this resolution is effective immediately.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-85: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR 2023
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission advises obtaining accident insurance in order to provide additional
coverage to Recreation Program participants who potentially have health insurance that would not cover all
medical costs associated with a no-fault injury during programming; and
WHEREAS, funds from the Youth Commission Budget will be utilized to pay for the cost of this insurance
policy; and
WHEREAS, the Board agrees to purchase the insurance coverage as outlined at the meeting; now therefore be
it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign documents to secure
accident insurance as quoted in the March 28th, 2023 document.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
DISCUSSION- Board members asked who would be responsible for the deductible and whether the insurance
is necessary.
MOTION TO TABLE: Ms. Olson made a motion to table the resolution. This was seconded by Mr. Boggs and
passed unanimously.
TABLED.
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RESOLUTION 2023-86: SURPLUS OF IT EQUIPMENT
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board declares that the following IT equipment all of which is
Town property is declared surplus and can be donated by the Town Supervisor ’s office for reuse or recycling:
Printer- HP Deskjet 6980
Printer- HP LaserJet 3055
Printer- HP LaserJet 1536dnfMFP
Scanner- Garrett Magnascanner CS
Printer- Xerox Phaser 6280
Monitor- Dell (a 2005 Model)
Monitor- Dell (a 2005 Model)
Printer- HP Deskjet 722C
Miscellaneous outdated small hardware items and cables
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-87: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from the two Public Hearings on
property tax exemptions and regular meeting March 14 as amended.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 3/28/23
APRIL 11, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-88: AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE ADDENDUMS #1-3 TO ADVANCE 2000 SERVICE
CONTRACT:
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is committed to fulfilling the deficiencies identified in the 2021 NY
Comptroller’s report related to IT/cyber security; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board approved the contracted with Advance 2000 to conduct an IT/cyber
assessment and identify service needs on February 28, 2023;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign all 3 addenda to the
previously approved service contract with Advance 2000.
Moved: Ms. Olson to include all 3 addenda Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-89: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT FOR THE SCOPING PHASE FOR THE
CONTINUATION OF THE BLACK DIAMOND TRAIL FROM TAUGHANNOCK FALLS TO THE VILLAGE OF
TRUMANSBURG
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses issued a Request for Proposals for a scoping phase for the continuation of
the Black Diamond Trail from Taughannock Falls to the Village of Trumansburg; and
WHEREAS, Barton & Loguidice submitted the lowest bid; and received the highest score in the internal
review rating process; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses received an $18,000 grant from the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation
Council for the completion of the scoping phase; and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2023, the Ulysses Town Board authorized an additional $8,000 in Town funds for
the completion of the scoping phase;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign a contract for scoping
services not to exceed $28,500, pending approval by the Town Attorney; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approved the additional expenditure of $2500 from the
“Parks and Public Space” Assigned Fund.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-90: SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW “AMENDING CHAPTER 36 OF
THE TOWN CODE TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE III ENTITLED ‘TRAINING REQUIREMENTS’”
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses will hold a public hearing in person at 10 Elm
Street, Trumansburg, NY and via ZOOM on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving
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comments on the proposed Local Law “Amending Chapter 36 of the Town Code to Add a New Article III
Entitled ‘Training Requirements;’” and be it further
RESOLVED, that in addition to participation in the public hearing, all members of the public wishing to
submit written comments on the proposed agreement may do so in writing addressed to the Town Clerk at 10
Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or by email to clerk@townofulyssesny.gov; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is directed to publish notice of said hearing the in Ithaca Journal as required
by law and the Town Board authorizes payment of expenses associated with said publication.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-91: RECOGNITION OF EARTH DAY IN ULYSSES AND ARBOR DAY 2023 PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses seeks to honor, preserve, and celebrate the Town ’s natural resources and
beauty, as well as to promote efforts to support environmental sustainability;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board hereby recognizes April 22, 2023 as Earth Day and proclaims
April 29, 2023 as Ulysses Arbor Day:
Proclamation of Arbor Week and Recognition of Earth Day in the Town of Ulysses
Whereas the Town of Ulysses Comprehensive Plan highlights in its Vision Statement pride in the natural environment,
and, with several of its policy objectives, puts forth the intention to honor, preserve, and celebrate the Town’s natural
resources and beauty, as well as to promote efforts to support sustainability, and
Whereas the Arbor Day holiday, first proposed in 1872 by J. Sterling Morton as a special time set aside for the planting
of trees, is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
Whereas trees can reduce the erosion of precious topsoil, cut heating and cooling losses, moderate the temperature,
produce essential oxygen, cleanse the air, and provide habitat for wildlife, and
Whereas trees are an important renewable resource that enhances property values and economic vitality for
businesses and agriculture within the community, and are a source of inspiration for present and future generations,
Now, I, Katelin Olson, Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses, on behalf of the Ulysses Town Board do hereby proclaim
Arbor Day as April 29, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-92: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from March 28, 2023 (regular
meeting) as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-93: PAYMENT OF AUDITED CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for vouchers
numbered 127 through 163 in the amount of $238,821.02.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/11/23
APRIL 25, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-94: FACILITIES MANAGER PROCUREMENT/AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses issued a Request for Proposals for Facilities Managements services; and
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the Town Supervisor to sign a contract, pending attorney
approval, with Michael Defone to provide facilities consulting services to the Town of Ulysses.
Moved: Olson Second: Weatherby
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Discussion:
Mr. Boggs asked for clarification the contractor’s role. Ms. Olson said that he would effectively serve as Town
general contractor. Ms. Wright noted that he can serve as an advocate for the town to ensure expertise and
quality control and the position is within the current year’s budget.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-95: INFRASTRUCTURE AGREEMENT FOR 1009 HONEY BEE LANE
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the Town Supervisor to sign the Infrastructure Agreement
for 1009 Honey Bee Lane, pending approval by Water Supervisor for water infrastructure plans in Exhibit A.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-96: EMAIL ADDRESS POLICY:
WHEREAS, having standardized town email addresses for staff, Town Board members, and committee chairs
will improve records management and support ongoing IT/Cyber security improvements;
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following Email Address Policy:
Email addresses will be provided by the Town for all staff, Town Board members, and board/committee
chairs to improve the Town's ability to manage records retention.
Town Board members will be provided an email address by name; staff will be provided an email address by
either position or name; and committee chairs will be provided an email address by committee name.
Moved: Olson Seconded: Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
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Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-97: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023 (regular meeting) as
presented or amended.
Moved: Goldman Seconded: Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 4/25/23
MAY 9, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION OF 2023-98: WATER SOURCE PROTECTION COMMITTEE VISION AND GOALS
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves that Visions and Goals of the Water Source
Protection Committee as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Discussion:
Mr. Boggs asked for clarification on committee’s charge/membership
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/9/23
RESOLUTION 2023-99: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board appoints the following individuals to the
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee for the duration of the project:
• Alison Weaver as a business representative
• Rose Hanson as the village representative.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Discussion:
The group further discussed expansion of the committee.
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/9/23
RESOLUTION 2023-100: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from April 25, 2023
(regular meeting and public hearing) as amended.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/9/23
RESOLUTION 2023-101: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the 2023 budget modification(s) as
presented. (See appendix)
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/9/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-102: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for
vouchers numbered 164 through 215 (excepting voucher # 176) in the amount of
$110,050.65.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Friendly amendment to add removal of voucher #176.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/9/23
MAY 23, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
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RESOLUTION 2023-103: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE VOTING MEMBERS ROSTER
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee was formed to oversee and advise the Ulysses Town
Board on an update to our 2009 Comprehensive Plan, and
WHEREAS the Ulysses Town Board adopted an Outline for the Comprehensive Plan Review and Update
project on September 27, 2022, which among other things described the structure of the CPSC, and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board is committed to creating and supporting a Steering Committee that
reflects a diversity of perspectives and regions of Ulysses;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board hereby affirms the previous appointments to the Comprehensive
Plan Steering Committee as specified in the Comp Plan Steering Committee Voting Roster Composition of
May 23, 2023; and, be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board expands the number of voting members of the
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee to eleven; and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board modifies the structure of the CPSC as adopted on 9-27-22
to make the Village of Trumansburg CPZR and second Ulysses Town Board appointments voting members.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-104: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT(S)
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Tai Basilius to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
for the duration of the project.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs nay
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-105: AUTHORIZATION OF REVISED HIGHWAY AGREEMENT #284 FOR 2023
WHEREAS, pursuant to section 284 of Town Highway Law, the Ulysses Highway Superintendent must
annually present a summary of how Town-allocated funds for highways shall be spent, subject to Town Board
approval; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board and Highway Superintendent agreed on a 284 plan for 2023 at the Town Board ’s
Organizational Meeting held January 5, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has received notification that the combined funding from New York
State for CHIPS, PAVE NY and EWR will increase from the 2023 Town-budgeted amount of $190,000 to
$246,597.93; and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has presented an updated 284 plan showing how increased funding
will be used to provide additional highway improvements in Ulysses during 2023,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves the updated Highway 284 Agreement dated May 23,
2023.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-106: CELL PHONE REIMBURSEMENT FOR DEPUTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
WHEREAS the Building/Code & Zoning Enforcement Officer and both the Highway Superintendent and
Water District Operator are frequently out of their offices and away from their stationary phones during their
regular duty hours and were approved for cell phone reimbursement by the Ulysses Town Board at the January
5, 2023 Organizational Meeting; and
WHEREAS carrying a cell phone is an important part of efficient communications and emergency response;
and
WHEREAS this benefit must be claimed on the employees’ personal tax return as a taxable fringe benefit
unless the employee provides bill documentation showing work use versus personal use; and
WHEREAS, the Deputy Highway Superintendent has been providing water operator services under the
supervision of the Water Superintendent and has not been previously eligible for the cell phone reimbursement
provided to the water operator;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses hereby allows the Deputy Highway Superintendent to either have and
use a town-owned cell phone at the town’s expense which will only be used only for town purposes OR be
reimbursed for part of the cost of their personal cell phone at the rate of $40/month, retroactively from Jan.
2023; and
RESOLVED that if the Deputy Highway Superintendent elects to be reimbursed for their personal cell phone
they will provide the Bookkeeper with proof of each monthly expense via invoice or bill along with the
submission of the reimbursement form; and
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk will provide a copy of this resolution to the Deputy Highway
Superintendent.
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Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Olson made a friendly amendment to make this benefit retroactive to Jan. 2023. This was seconded by Mr. Boggs
and passed unanimously.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-107: APPROVAL TO FLY THE PRIDE FLAG IN JUNE 2023
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has an adopted Flag Policy that specifies the PRIDE Flag may be flown in June
in recognition of our commitment to inclusivity and PRIDE month;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the Town Supervisor to fly the PRIDE flag for the month of
June 2023 at Town Hall in accordance with the Flag Policy.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-108: ACCEPTANCE OF TOMPKINS COUNTY COVID RELIEF FUNDS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board accepts $15,000 in Tompkins County COVID Relief Funds for 2023
Summer Camp enrollment.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
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Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-109: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from May 9, 2023 regular meeting as
presented.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-110: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claim for voucher number
219 in the amount of $10,000.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 5/23/23
RESOLUTION 2023-111: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the 2023 budget modification(s) as presented:
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account
# Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post
Modification
Budget
A7145.4
Joint Recreation Projects
CE $ - Increase
$
10,000 $ 10,000
Creation of a new account line to clearly delineate LLC membership from other recreation
and park activities within the Town.
Account
# Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget
Mod
Request
Post
Modification
Budget
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A1990.4 Contingency Account $ 33,690.23
Decrease
$
10,000 $ 23,690
Contingency account balance show in "post modification" cell above.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
JUNE 13, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-112: TOMPKINS COUNTY MUNICIPAL PARK GRANT FOR JCA
WHEREAS, the Town has a Memorandum of Agreement with the Jacksonville Community Association related
to the care and accessibility of the Jacksonville Community Park; and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County provides funds to up to $5,000 to municipal parks that do not require matching
funds; and; and
WHEREAS, the Town sponsored a successful 2019 grant for the Jacksonville Community Park, which was
successfully completed per Tompkins County requirements; and
WHEREAS, the Jacksonville Community association has provided the Town with a $5000 proposal to create
an ADA accessible parking lot and paths to the pavilion and restroom; and
WHEREAS, the Jacksonville Community Association will provide Town staff with the grant applications and
Town staff will submit the grant and oversee all procurement requirements and other details to ensure the
grant is managed successfully;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to submit a grant application for up to $5000
to Tompkins County for Municipal Park funds to support increasing accessibility at the Jacksonville
Community Park.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-113: APPROVAL OF UTILITIES ENCROACHMENT/EASEMENT AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses previously authorized an infrastructure agreement with
the owners of 1009 Honey Bee Lane, concerning the installation of certain water main and electric utility
infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to such agreement, the Town agreed to enter into an agreement with NYSEG and the
property owners for installation and maintenance of electrical infrastructure benefiting said property; and
WHEREAS, agreement requires an encroachment/easement into the Town of Ulysses’ right-of-way known as
Honey Bee Lane;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the conveyance of the requested utilities encroachment/easement is a Type II action
pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all
necessary legal documents to enter into the aforementioned Utility Encroachment/Easement Agreement;
and be it further
RESOLVED, that, pursuant to Town Law §64(2), this resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
RESOLUTION 2023-114: AUTHORIZING A TEMPORARY INCREASE IN THE HOURS OF 2ND DEPUTY
SUPERVISOR
WHEREAS the Town of Ulysses Recreation Department has expanded recreational programming; and
WHEREAS, 2nd Deputy Supervisor Michelle E. Wright is willing to temporarily take on parttime weekly duties
to support the expanded programming;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes an increase in hours for Michelle E. Wright, from 32 to 34
hours/week, starting June 11, 2023 through the end of November 2023 at the current hourly equivalent rate
of $28.40/hour.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
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Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
RESOLUTION 2023-115: DECLARING SURPLUS HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board declares that the following equipment belongs to the Town
is hereby declared surplus and can be sent to auction, sold, used in trade for new equipment, or disposed of by
the Highway Superintendent:
2014 Ford 150 VIN 1FTNF1EF8EKG34854 and
2015 Ford 350 VIN 1FDRF3H65FEC16014
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
RESOLUTION 2023-116: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from May 23, 2023 (regular meeting)
and May 31, 2023 (special meeting and public information session) as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
RESOLUTION 2023-117: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims
for vouchers numbered 216 through 268 in the amount of $97,145.14, (including voucher 219 as approved at
the May 23rd Town Board meeting).
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
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Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/13/23
JUNE 27, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-118: ACCEPT PLANNING BOARD MEMBER RESIGNATION
WHEREAS, the Town Board appreciates Elizabeth Garner ’s service to the Ulysses Planning Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts Elizabeth Garner ’s resignation,
submitted to the Town Clerk on 6/26/23, effective immediately.
RESOLUTION 2023-119: APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED that the Town Board appoints Matt Butler, currently serving as an alternate to the Ulysses
Planning Board, to fulfill the balance of the appointment, through December 31, 2025.
RESOLUTION 2023-120: TEMPORARY NO-PARKING FOR RABBIT RUN, CEMETERY ROAD, AND FALLS ROAD
WHEREAS, it is in the public’s interest that the increased parking needs related to the GrassRoots Festival and
related activities are regulated on narrow Town roads during the month of July;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the temporary elimination of parking along Rabbit Run, as well
as Cemetery Road between Route 96 and Falls Road, and Falls Road between Route 96 and Cayuga View
from July 13, 2023 through July 27, 2023; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board directs the Highway Superintendent to post no-parking areas.
RESOLUTION 2023-121: CANCEL AUGUST 22, 2023 REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD
RESOLVED, the Town Board cancels its regular meeting on August 22, 2023.
RESOLUTION 2023-122: END PROBATION PERIOD FOR EXISTING EMPLOYEE
WHEREAS, the 2021 contract between the Teamsters and the Town of Ulysses allows the Highway
Superintendent to request that the Town Board reduces the standard twelve-month probationary period for a
Highway employee to six months; and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent requested that Dennis Achilles probation period be reduced from
twelve months to six months on June 19, 2023;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the reduction in probation from
twelve months to six months for Dennis Achilles retroactively effective as of June 19, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/27/23
RESOLUTION 2023-123: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR 2023
WHEREAS, the Youth Commission advises obtaining accident insurance in order to provide additional
coverage to Recreation Program participants who potentially have health insurance that would not cover all
medical costs associated with a no-fault injury during programming; and
WHEREAS, funds from the Youth Commission Budget will be utilized to pay for the cost of this insurance
policy;
WHEREAS, the Board agrees to purchase the insurance coverage as outlined at the meeting, totaling $1906;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign documents to secure
accident insurance as quoted in the June 8, 2023 document.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/27/23
RESOLUTION 2023-124: APPROVAL OF RCAP SOLUTIONS CONTRACT
WHEREAS, RCAP Solutions is a publicly funded organization that provides services to rural communities; and
WHEREAS, RCAP Solutions is well-suited to provide survey support for the Town and the Water Source
Protection Plan Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board is appreciative of the volunteer expertise of the members of the Water
Source Protection Plan Committee; and
WHEREAS, the provision of these services is at no cost to the Town and will result in a survey process with
the professional management of data and the delivery of the data in useful ways to the Town, hereby saving
the Town significant staff time;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contract with RCAP
Solutions for survey services scheduled between June and November 2023; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor and the Chair of the Water Source Protection Plan
Committee, or their designees, will serve as contacts for RCAP Solutions for the duration of the contract; and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board directs the Town Clerk to provide the signed copy to RCAP
Solutions.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/27/23
RESOLUTION 2023-125: APPROVAL TO ENTER INTO LAND NEGOTIATIONS
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board previously submitted a purchase offer for land to expand recreational
opportunities in the Town in March 2023, but said offer was rejected; and
WHEREAS, the prior purchase offer was $129,000 for 13 acres, or approximately $9,923/acre, and included
deed limitations restricting its development potential; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board remained committed to addressing constituent concerns about the lack
of recreational land in Ulysses, as reflected in the 2009 Comprehensive Plan, surveys conducted by
Trumansburg Community Recreation, and on the shared experiences of the Ulysses Recreation Department
related to more demand for space than is currently available through the Trumansburg Central School
District; and
WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor has continued to work with Trumansburg Community Recreation to find
suitable land per the request of the Ulysses Town Board; and
WHEREAS, the property owners of 2141 Kraft Rd. approached the Town of Ulysses in April 2023 with an offer
to sell a portion of that land (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, Trumansburg Community Recreation has reviewed the proposed location, agrees that it is well-
suited for recreational development, and has submitted a letter of support for acquisition of the Property;
and
WHEREAS, Trumansburg Community Recreation and the Town of Ulysses intend to develop a Memorandum
of Understanding to help codify and outline how their organization can support fundraising efforts that will
be critical to the development of a park and recreation facility; and
WHEREAS, the Town is concurrently working with New York State Parks to develop an extension of the Black
Diamond Trail to run from the Village of Trumansburg to Taughannock State Park, and the Property is
accessible to the current Black Diamond Trail; and
WHEREAS, the specific size and scope of potential park and recreation facilities at the Property is to be
determined at a later date, once funding and plans are completed as to incorporation of some or all of the
Property into other park and recreation opportunities locally; and
WHEREAS, the Town has other potential uses of the Property for additional Town purposes, to the extent
some of the Property remains not needed for park and recreation purposes; and
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WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board has available $210,000 in unallocated American Recovery Plan Act funds,
as well as $8,500 in a dedicated reserve fund for purchase of recreational property, in support of achieving
the goals of Trumansburg Community Recreation; and
WHERES, the Town has commissioned an appraisal of the property, and $7,000/acre has been determined by
a third-party appraiser to be the Property’s fair market value; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board desires to enter into a contract with the Property’s owner for the
purchase of 30 acres of the Property at a cost of $7,000/acre, to be used by the Town for Town purposes,
including but not limited to parkland and recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed Parts 1 and 2 of a Short Environmental Assessment Form
prepared concerning this potential purchase;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board hereby determines that the potential acquisition of the Property is
an Unlisted Action pursuant to SEQRA, and hereby makes a negative declaration concerning the
environmental significance of such potential acquisition; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board hereby determines that it is in the best interests of the citizens of
the Town to authorize the Town Supervisor to enter into negotiations as set forth hereinabove and below;
and be it further
RESOLVED that the Supervisor is authorized to sign a purchase contract for up to 30 acres of the Property on
commercially reasonable terms and conditions at a price of $7,000/acre, and at a maximum expense to the
Town of $210,000, not including appraisal, title search, abstract, survey, and other regular closing costs and
fees, to be paid for through the Town of Ulysses’ American Recovery Plan Act allocation and use of up to
$8,500 of the aforementioned reserve fund; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Supervisor is authorized to enter into agreements, pending legal review and
approval as to form, for the acquisition of services related to regular real estate transactions, including a
survey, an abstract, title search, legal fees and any other standard real property closing costs and fees; and
be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Board, after consultation with community stakeholders and further discussion,
clarification and identification of specific park and recreation opportunities, as well as other Town needs, will
then make final decisions regarding the extent of park and recreation use of the Property; and be it further
RESOLVED that this resolution is subject to permissive referendum; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk is directed to undertake any public notification as required by law and
provided a certified copy of the resolution to the Town Attorney.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
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Date Adopted: 6/27/23
RESOLUTION 2023-126: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from June 13, 2023 (regular meeting)
as presented.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 6/27/23
JULY 11, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-127: APPOINTMENT OF AN ALTERATE TO THE PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Bart Gragg to serve as an alternate to the Planning Board
through December 31, 2023.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-128: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from June 27, 2023 (regular meeting)
as presented.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
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Date Adopted: 7/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-129: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the 2023 budget modification(s) as presented.
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase / Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A1440.4 Engineer CE $ 8,000.00 Increase $ 3,940
$
11,940
Overage due to the first invoice for the Black Diamond Trail (BDT) Scoping phase; project authorized via
resolution 49-2023 and 89-2023. Budget modifications will be done as project is billed.
Account # Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A2706 Grants From Local Govts $ - Increase $ 3,940
$
3,940
The ITCTC is providing $18,304 in funds to Ulysses for the BDT Scoping work. As the project is billed we will
increase this revenue line. Funds available after this budget modification = $18,304 - $3,940 = $14,364
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase / Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A1910.4 Liability Insurance $ 39,257.40 Increase $ 100
$
39,357.40
Overage due to previously paid cyber insurance; voucher in July cycle is NYS DOT Highway permit which was
budgeted for.
Account # Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A1990.4 Contingency Account $ 23,690.23 Decrease $ 100
$
23,590.23
See balance under "Balance Post Budget Mod."; total use of A Fund contingency this year after this
modification is $11,409.77
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase / Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A1940.4 Purchase of Land / ROW $ - Increase $ 1,500
$
1,500.00
Unbudgeted expense for survey of rec fields land acquisition.
Account # Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A962 Asgnd: Rec (TCRec) $ - Increase $ 1,500
$
1,500.00
Assigned fund (A962-236.22 ) earmarked for recreation related activities.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
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Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/11/23
RESOLUTION 2023-130: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for vouchers #269
through 308 in the amount of $168,298.08.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/11/23
JULY 14, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-131: AUTHORIZING TOWN SUPERVISOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR TOWN HALL
EXTERIOR PAINTING
WHEREAS a thorough process was conducted to obtain quotes for painting the exterior of the Town Hall; and
WHEREAS a single vendor was both able to meet the requirements outlined in the RFP and available in the
summer of 2023.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to enter into contract with Ernz Co.
Painting, LLC.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman absent
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/11/23
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JULY 25, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-132: 2023 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS, PUBLIC OFFICERS, AND
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
WHEREAS, the Town's Personnel Policy addresses state and local training requirements for staff but does not
specifically outline requirements for elected official, public officers, and advisory committee members; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board is committed to supporting a civil, respectful, inclusive environment for the
public and staff to engage in the business of the Town in accordance with our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Policy and all applicable state and federal laws; and
WHEREAS, the Town recognizes that elected officials and public officers serve important, unique,
independent roles interacting with the public and Town staff; and
WHEREAS, the Town recognizes that the Town Historian and members of the Planning Board and Board of
Zoning Appeals constitute Public Officials in the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, while an advisory committee, is serving an
important role in leading the development of our Comprehensive Plan update, with significant potential
impacts for Ulysses’ residents, property owners, workers and visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, the Town has received advice from legal and human resources experts in developing these
requirements; and
WHEREAS, uniform training requirements provide the best value to the taxpayer in the unfortunate event of
legal challenges or insurance-triggering events; and
WHEREAS, the Town appreciates its elected and appointed officials and committee members, and endeavors
to provide training options that fit a range of schedules and provide a reasonable timeframe for fulfillment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board adopts the following trainings as the required trainings for all Town
board and committee members for 2023:
Sexual Harassment training provided in person or remotely at the Annual Staff Training on May 18,
2023; OR "Workplace Harassment", an online program which meets NYS training requirements,
provided by the Town; and
Ethics training provided in person or remotely at the Annual Staff Training on May 18, 2023; OR the
recording of Ethics training provided at the Annual Staff Training on May 18, 2023; and
Civil Rights training provided in person or remotely at the Annual Staff Training on May 18, 2023;
OR Preventing Employment Discrimination for Managers, an online program which meets NYS
training requirements, provided by the Town; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all elected officials and those individuals appointed as a public officer or
member of the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee serving as of July 25, 2023 are required to fulfill the
training requirements within 60 days of the adoption of this resolution, and provide proof of completion to
Human Resources in the Town Supervisor’s office; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that up to two additional 30-day extensions (from the original deadline) for
medical, caregiving, or other specified extenuating circumstances may be granted by the Town Board upon
request by an elected official, public officer, or Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee member; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that anyone elected or appointed as a public officer or member of the
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee in 2023 after July 25, 2023 will be required to complete the
required 2023 trainings and provide proof of completion to Human Resources in the Town Supervisor’s office
within 60 days of appointment; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board directs the Town Supervisor’s office to inform the Town’s
elected officials, public officers, and members of the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee of these
training requirements and the opportunities to fulfill them.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby- moved with addition of Public Officer definition Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-133: SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes that social media is a unique platform of communication that can be
useful for the Town to utilize to share information with the public;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board adopts the Social Media Policy; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board appoints Carissa Parlato as the Communications Officer
through December 31, 2023; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the establishment of a Town of Ulysses Facebook
page with any outside chat or outside posting options disabled.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-134: DISTRICT CREATION/EXTENSION POLICY PERTAINING TO NEW YORK STATE
TOWN LAW, CHAPTER 62, ARTICLE 12A
WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to provide clear guidance to the public about how water districts or
extensions to existing districts can be created and provide a process for considering the formation of districts
by the Town Board under New York State Town Law, Chapter62, April 12A;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board adopts the District Creation/Extension Policy Pertaining to New York State
Town Law, Chapter 62, Article 12A; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board directs the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk to develop and
application form that can be shared with the public reflecting the specifications described in the policy.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-135: PAYMENT OF CLAIM FOR PAINTING CONTRACT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for voucher 321 in
the amount of $8,140.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 7/25/23
RESOLUTION 2023-136: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from July 11 regular meeting and the
July 14 special meeting as presented.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman abstain
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 7/25/23
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AUGUST 8, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-136a: APPRECIATION FOR JOHN WERTIS (THE ELDER)
WHEREAS, John Wertis (the elder) has been an important contributor to the Town of Ulysses for many years, in a
variety of different roles, including, but not limited to: Town Historian, Planning Board Member, and Agricultural
Committee member; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wertis resigned from his position of Town Historian in July 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is grateful for his years of service, and will miss, among many other things, his
contributions to our historical understanding of our community, his good humor, and his excellent newsletter
submissions and public history educational outreach and presentations;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses extends our deep appreciation to Mr. Wertis for his many years of service and
wishes him good health and happiness in his civic retirement.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-137: APPROVAL OF WATER SOURCE PROTECTION COMMITTEE SURVEY QUESTIONS
AND DISTRIBUTION PLAN
WHEREAS, the Town Board is grateful for the work of the Water Source Protection Committee, an advisory
committee comprised of many experts in water-related fields; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board is appreciative of being eligible for free survey assistance by R-CAP Solutions; and
WHEREAS, staff have reviewed and contributed to the Water Survey questions;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the Water Survey questions as presented; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the Survey Distribution Plan as presented, recognizing
that it is a living document; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Board directs the Town Supervisor to get a legal disclaimer from the
Town’s Attorney in order to make it clear to the public the purpose and use of the data collected by the
survey.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
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Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-138: 2023 INTRODUCING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO CREATE A DPW
WHEREAS, a local law entitled “A LOCAL LAW CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 40 OF THE TOWN
CODE ENTITLED ‘PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT’” was introduced at this meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to hold a public hearing with respect to the adoption of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing shall be held by the Town Board of the Town
of Ulysses with respect to the adoption of the aforesaid Local Law on September 12, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. at
Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, New York; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause public notice of said hearing to
be given as provided by law.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-139: TOWN OF ULYSSES TITLE VI COMPLIANCE PLAN AND NONDISCRIMINATION
POLICY
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for the
public, staff, elected officials, and volunteers to conducting the important business of the Town; and
WHEREAS, Title VI, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., was enacted as part of the landmark Civil Rights Act
of 1964, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin in programs and activities
receiving federal financial assistance; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes that the best way to demonstrate compliance with Title VI is to adopt
an actional training and reporting plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board reviewed and discussed this plan at the July 25, 2023 Town Board meeting;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board adopts the Town of Ulysses Title VI Compliance Plan and
Nondiscrimination Policy; and be it
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoints Blixy Taetzsch as the Town ’s Title VI Coordinator
through December 31, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-140: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR USDOT RURAL AND TRIBAL ASSISTANCE PILOT
PROGRAM
WHEREAS, USDOT is requesting applications for technical assistance with no local match required; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board was presented with the details of this program at the July 25, 2023
Town Board meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has implemented phases of asset data management and will be seeking the
funds required to implement the next level of complexity and sophistication of data management in order to
support multiyear planning including planning which will help protect publicly owned assets; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Budget Officer to submit an application to this
program.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Ms. Wright noted that this will allow us to collect data on culverts and do a storm water study in order to create a
culvert replacement plan and plan for extreme weather.
Mr. Boggs suggested that Ms. Wright meet with Mr. Morreale.
Ms. Wright has met with some local professionals on the topic to get more information.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-141: TEMPORARY PROJECT ASSISTANT FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION
WHEREAS, Tompkins County allocated youth development funds to the Town of Ulysses in the 2023 County Budget;
and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses does not currently have a Program Coordinator providing youth development services
through the Rural Youth Services Program; and
WHEREAS, the Town’s representatives on the Youth Commission and Town staff have been working with Tompkins
County Youth Services to provide programming for fall 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Town needs temporary assistance to provide this programming; and
WHEREAS, the creation and filling of the youth position has no additional budgetary impact on the 2023 Town Budget
and is necessary to create in order to access the funding provided by Tompkins County for 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Town’s Recreation Program is growing in use and demand, and additional administrative and
programming support is necessary to meet the needs of this highly successful program; and
WHEREAS, the Town has additional recreational revenue due to increased participation than was originally budgeted in
the 2023 budget;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board approves the creation of a Project Assistant or Recreation Supervisor position to
fulfill the Town’s youth development and recreation needs; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that this position is approved for up to 19/hours per week at a pay rate of $22/hour.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-142: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from the July 25 regular meeting as
presented.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-143: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the following 2023 budget modification(s):
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A1440.4 Engineer CE $ 11,940.00 Increase $ 14,250 $ 26,190
Overage due to the first invoice for the Black Diamond Trail (BDT) Scoping phase; project authorized via
resolution 49-2023 and 89-2023. Budget modifications will be done as project is billed.
Account # Account Name
Current
Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
A2706 Grants From Local Govts $ 3,940.00 Increase $ 14,250 $ 18,190
The ITCTC is providing $18,304 in funds to Ulysses for the BDT Scoping work. As the project is billed we will
increase this revenue line. Funds available from ITCTC set aside after this budget modification = $18,304 - $3,940
(7/11 budget mod) - 14,250 (8/8 budget modification) = $114; the rest of the contract will be paid for out of the
assigned fund per resolutions referenced above.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-144: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for vouchers numbered 309
through 355 in the amount of $81,939.18 (including previously approved voucher number 321).
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-145: MRB GROUP CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION FOR NPS GRANT
ENGINEERING REPORT AND GRANT ADMINISTRATION
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses received up to $30,000 from the Department of Conservation
Nonpoint Source Planning Grant for a study of identified culverts in the Town of Ulysses with a
required 10% cash match; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed a proposal from MRB Group, the Town’s
engineers, to complete the engineering report for $24,900 and the conduct administration of
the grant for $3,500;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board approves contracting with MRB Group for the completion
of the engineering report for $24,900 and the administration of the Nonpoint Source Planning
Grant for $3,500 and authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign the contracts to that effect; and
be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board directs the Town Clerk to submit the two signed
contracts to MRB Group.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Mr. Bogg asked whether this was put out to bid. Ms. Olson said that it was not necessary to
put it out to bid. Mr. Boggs asked the board whether they should bid it as there are many
options for engineers who could do it.
Mr. Goldman clarified that that the funds were going to be covered by the grant.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-146: APPOINTMENT OF RECREATION SUPERVISOR
RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board appoints Ryan Holmes as Recreation Supervisor at
$22/hour for up to 19 hours per week.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/12/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-147: APPOINTMENTS TO THE BEE COMMITTEE
RESOLVED that the Town Board appoints the following people to the Bee Committee:
George Myers & Achula Wali
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-148: EXTENSION OF MANDATORY TRAINING DEADLINE
RESOLVED that the TB extend the training deadline to Nov. 15, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-149: SIGNATORY AUTHORIZATION FOR THREE FALLS LDC
WHEREAS, the Towns of Ulysses and Covert and the Village of
Trumansburg, having collectively engaged in discussions with the State of New York
concerning an opportunity to manage certain real property known as Camp Barton (the “Park
Premises”) for public recreation and other purposes, subsequent to the acquisition of said
property by the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation from the
Baden Powell Council; and
WHEREAS, the Towns of Ulysses and Covert and the Village of Trumansburg determined that
it was in the best interests of the foregoing to jointly form a Local Development Corporation
as defined by NY State Not-For-Profit Corporation Law; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board, having considered the proposed certificate of
incorporation and bylaws of the Three Falls Local Development Corporation (the “LDC”),
approved the execution and filing of the certificate of incorporation and the adoption of said
bylaws (the “By-laws”) on February 14, 2023, which certificate of incorporation was filed with
the Department of State on March 17, 2023 and By-laws are in full force and effect; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses, together with the Towns of Covert and the Village of
Trumansburg, is a Voting Member of the LDC, as such term is defined in the By-laws; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 3.07 of the Corporate By-Laws, the Voting Members, must
approve, inter alia, any transaction involving the purchase, lease, license, exchange or
other acquisition by the LDC of any assets; and
WHEREAS, the LDC is currently negotiating a certain municipal park management agreement
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by and between the Three Falls Local Development Corporation and the New York State Office
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of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation (the “Park Management Agreement”), which
Park Management Agreement is the contractual vehicle by which the LDC will
acquire management rights of and to the Park Premises, and which must be approved by
the Voting Members in accordance with Section 3.07 of the Corporate By-laws of the LDC;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board designates Katelin Olson,
Town Supervisor, to be the Town’s Authorized Representative on its behalf, and is hereby
authorized and empowered to vote in the name of and on behalf of the Town of Ulysses as a
Voting Member of the LDC for purposes of approving the Park Management Agreement
without additional further approval of the Ulysses Town Board.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-150: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from August 8, 2023
(Regular meeting) and August 10, 2023 (special meeting) as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
RESOLUTION 2023-151: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims
for vouchers numbered 356 through 403 in the amount of $92,929.34.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 8/8/23
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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-152: PETITION FOR REFERENDUM ON ACQUISITION OF LAND
WHEREAS, the Town Clerk received a petition on a resolution of land acquisition on June 27,
2023 subject to permissive referendum;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the petition and directs the Town Attorney to prepare
a resolution to schedule a special election.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
DISCUSSION:
The group discussed outcomes of not accepting the petition or rescinding the purchase offer
as well as additional details on the election. Ms. Olson noted that the board will discuss the
election details at one of the next few meetings after advice from counsel.
Olson aye
Boggs absent
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 9/26/23
RESOLUTION 2023-153: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the Request for Qualifications for the
Comprehensive Plan process, subject to final review and approval by the Town’s attorney.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
DISCUSSION:
Mr. Goldman asked how much of this the grant covers. Ms. Wright clarified that it is a 50/50
match.
Olson aye
Boggs absent
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 9/26/23
RESOLUTION 2023-154: TOMPKINS COUNTY CONTRACT 2023
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approved the Tompkins County contract for the
disbursement of youth development funds for 2023.
RESOLUTION 2023-155: APPOINTMENT OF AN ALTERNATE TO THE PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Karl Klankowski to serve as an alternate on
the Planning Board through December 31, 2023.
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RESOLUTION 2023-156: APPRECIATION OF TOWN BOOKKEEPER BLIXY TAETZSCH FOR
THE CONVERSION TO THE ENHANCED GOLD REPORTING SYSTEM IN THE NEW YORK STATE
LOCAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM
WHEREAS, the New York State Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) provides a retirement plan
to Town's employees; and
WHEREAS, the monthly online reporting system is critical for ensuring that Town employees
receive their retirement benefit upon retiring; and
WHEREAS, Town Bookkeeper Blixy Taetzsch has successfully converted the Town’s monthly
reporting process to the Gold Level Enhanced Reporting System which will ensure NYSLRS
reporting data integrity for years to come; and
WHEREAS, the conversion to this reporting system requires countless hours of administrative
work;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board recognizes this system upgrade as a critical
improvement to the Town's overall financial operational capacity and Town employee benefit
administration; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board expresses great appreciation to Blixy for
the vision to prioritize this work that builds the Town’s basic reporting and general
operational capacity.
VOTE FOR RESOLUTIONS #154-156:
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs absent
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 9/26/23
TOWN BOARD MEETING: OCTOBER 10, 2023
RESOLUTION 2023-157: SCHEDULING A SPECIAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, on September 7, 2023, a petition (the “Petition”) was filed with the Town Clerk of
the Town of Ulysses (the “Town Clerk”) to require a referendum on the adoption of Resolution
No. 125 of 2023, which authorized the purchase of up to 30 acres of property located at 2141
Kraft Road in the Town of Ulysses, on commercially reasonable terms and conditions at a price
of $7,000/acre, and at a maximum expense to the Town of $210,000, not including appraisal,
title search, abstract, survey, and other regular closing costs and fees, to be paid for through
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the Town of Ulysses’ American Recovery Plan Act allocation and use of up to $8,500 of a
dedicated reserve fund for the purchase of recreational property; and
WHEREAS, at the Town Board meeting on September 26, 2023, the Town Clerk informed the
Board that the Petition met the standards required by law, and no objections thereto were
filed; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Town Law Section 91, a referendum shall be held within ninety and
one hundred and five days after the filing of a petition; and
WHEREAS, such ninety- to one hundred and five-day period falls within December 6, 2023 and
December 21, 2023; and
WHEREAS, after discussing with the Tompkins County Board of Elections as to the availability
of ballot scanners and other equipment, and the owners of property where suitable polling
stations could be located, December 6, 2023 is the date that works best for the holding of a
referendum; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to establish the date, time and location for a special
election to consider the question of authorizing the purchase of up to 30 acres of property
located at 2141 Kraft Road in the Town of Ulysses, on commercially reasonable terms and
conditions at a price of $7,000/acre, and at a maximum expense to the Town of $210,000, not
including appraisal, title search, abstract, survey, and other regular closing costs and fees, to
be paid for through the Town of Ulysses’ American Recovery Plan Act allocation, and use of up
to $8,500 of a dedicated reserve fund for the purchase of recreational property (the “Special
Election”), and to set forth the parameters of the Special Election;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that:
The Special Election shall be held on December 6, 2023.
The Proposition before the voters shall be:
“Shall Resolution No. 125 of 2023, authorizing the purchase of up to 30 acres of
property located at 2141 Kraft Road in the Town of Ulysses, on commercially
reasonable terms and conditions at a price of $7,000/acre, and at a maximum expense
to the Town of $210,000, not including appraisal, title search, abstract, survey, and
other regular closing costs and fees, to be paid for through the Town of Ulysses’
American Recovery Plan Act allocation, and use of up to $8,500 of a dedicated reserve
fund for the purchase of recreational property, be approved?”
The polling places for the Proposition shall be:
• Village Hall, 56 E. Main Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886
• Racker, 3226 Wilkins Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
The time the polling places shall be open shall be from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.
The Special Election shall be noticed by the Town Clerk in accordance with the provisions of
New York State Town Law Section 82, by causing to be published in the Ithaca Voice a notice
specifying the time when and place where the Special Election will be held, the hours during
which the polls will remain open for the purpose of receiving ballots, and setting forth in full
the proposition to be voted on (the “Special Election Notice”). The Special Election Notice
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shall be published no later than November 26, 2023, and no earlier than November 16, 2023,
and shall be posted on the sign-board of the Town at Town Hall no later than November 26,
2023.
The Town Board shall appoint election inspectors and ballot clerks in accordance with the
provisions of New York State Town Law.
Personal registration shall be required for this Special Election, and all other special elections
going forward. The Town Board shall by later resolution appoint a Board of Registration and
determine the day(s), place(s), and hours during which the Board of Registration shall meet
for the purpose of preparing a register of voters of the Town qualified to vote in such special
election(s), who shall present themselves personally for registration for such Special Election.
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Upon the closing of the polls on December 6, 2023, the election inspectors shall proceed to
canvass the votes there at and shall complete such canvass without adjournment. As soon as
possible after completion, the inspectors shall file with the Town Clerk a certificate setting
forth the holding of the election, the total number of votes cast upon the proposition and the
number of votes cast for or against the proposition, together with the name and address of
every person voting at such Special Election upon such proposition.
Aside from the notice requirements of New York State Town Law, the Town Supervisor is
hereby authorized to expend the necessary funds to undertake a community outreach effort
to inform the Town’s electors about the Special Election.
This Resolution shall take immediate effect.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-158: RE-LEVY OF WATER DISTRICT 3 DELINQUENT WATER FEES
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 were notified that they could make payments on delinquent amounts
through Sept. 30, 2023,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves the re-levy of
unpaid delinquent water charges in the amount of $5962.14 to the 2024 Town and County Tax
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Roll; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that 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 for the purpose of adding these delinquent charges to the 2024 Town and County
Tax Roll.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
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RESOLUTION 159 OF 2023: APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board appoints Bart Gragg to serve as a member to the
Planning Board through December 31, 2025.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Ms. Olson noted that he had been an alternate member and resigned but is now available to
be a permanent member.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023- 160: APPROVAL OF THE 2023 AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE GREATER TOMPKINS COUNTY MUNICIPAL HEALTH
INSURANCE CONSORTIUM
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is a Participant in the Greater Tompkins County Municipal
Health Insurance Consortium (the "Consortium"), a municipal cooperative organized under
Article 47 of the New York Insurance Law, and
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WHEREAS, the municipal participants in the Consortium, including this body, have approved
and executed a certain Municipal Cooperation Agreement (the "Agreement"; effective date of
October 1, 2010), and
WHEREAS, Article 47 of the New York Insurance Law (the "Insurance Law") and the rules and
regulations of the New York State Department of Financial Services set forth certain
requirements for governance of municipal cooperatives that offer self-insured municipal
cooperative health insurance plans that requires any amendments or restatements thereto,
shall be subject to Board review and upon acceptance of any new Participant hereafter, and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Cooperative Agreement requires that amendments to the
agreement be presented to each participant for review and adopted by a majority vote by its
municipal board, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is in receipt of the proposed amended Agreement and has
determined that it is in the best interest of its constituents who are served by the Consortium
to amend the Agreement as set forth in the Amended Municipal Cooperative Agreement, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, that upon receipt and review of the amended Agreement, the Town of Ulysses
approves at a meeting of the governing body held on Oct. 10, 2023 and authorizes the Chief
Elected Official (Town Supervisor) to sign the 2023 Amendment to the Municipal Cooperative
Agreement of the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium as
recommended by the Board of Directors.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-161: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CLOSURE OF SENECA MEADOWS,
INC.
WHEREAS, Seneca Meadows, Inc. (SMI) is seeking to increase the life of its existing landfill
(“Landfill”) located at 1786 Salcman Road in the Towns of Seneca Falls and Waterloo, Seneca
County, New York; and
WHEREAS, the project would add approximately 47 million cubic yards of air space used for
the disposal of non-hazardous residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial wastes in
the proposed SMI Valley Infill Area (“Valley Infill”); and
WHEREAS, The Valley Infill will involve the construction of approximately 47 acres of newly
lined landfill area, as well as overfilling above approximately 191 acres of currently permitted
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landfill area and increasing the existing maximum permitted Landfill height by about 70 feet;
and
WHEREAS, the type of waste being received at the facility (Municipal Solid Waste) and the
approved design capacity of the Landfill, which is 6,000 tons per day (TPD), would not change,
however, Landfill operation would be extended approximately 15 years, depending on the
waste volume received in a given year; and
WHEREAS, the impacts of the Landfill expansion reach beyond the immediate location, and
are incompatible with the health and community character of the Finger Lakes region for
numerous reasons including: regular, heavy truck traffic to and from the existing Landfill site
which impacts regional roadways in Finger Lakes and including the Town of Ulysses, emissions
of unmitigated noxious odors and hazardous air pollutants, and production of PFAS and other
toxin-laden leachate shipped to wastewater treatment plants; and
WHEREAS, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand seeks to designate the Finger Lakes region as a
national heritage area (link), which will benefit tourism, agriculture, and the economy of the
entire Finger Lakes area including the Town of Ulysses, and the expansion and continued
operation of New York State's largest landfill located at the northern gateway to the Finger
Lakes Region may hamper that designation, especially with the area and height increases
proposed; and
WHEREAS, the NYS Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) was adopted
in 2019 and the Climate Action Council Scoping Plan was approved in Dec, 2022, and these
documents mandate that greenhouse gas emissions be reduced in NYS by 30% from 1990
levels in 2030, and 85% by 2050, and a permitted expansion of the Landfill is inconsistent with
the requirements of those documents by creating demand for more fossil natural gas use and
increasing production of landfill gas and “emissions leakage” outside the state; and
WHEREAS, the project sponsor must obtain the following project approvals from the New
York State Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”): modification of its existing
Solid SMI Facility permit under NYCRR Parts 360 and 363 (“the Part 360/363 permit”); a
Change-of-use approval for the Tantalo Landfill Class 4 Superfund Site; and coverage under
the SPDES MultiSector General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Industrial Activities
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(GP-0-17-004). SMI must also obtain approval from the Town Boards of Seneca Falls and
Waterloo (“Town Boards”) for the Site Plan for the Valley Infill project Landfill. In addition, the
Site will require Site Plan Approval from each Town’s Planning Board, and the Project will also
require Special Use Permit approvals from Seneca Falls Zoning Board of Appeals and the Town
of Waterloo. In addition, the project sponsor must also undergo an obstruction review by the
Federal Aviation Authority (“FAA”); and
WHEREAS, The Town of Ulysses is not currently named as an interested party, however the
residents of the Town of Ulysses and Tompkins County will be affected by the award of
approval or by failure for SMI to receive approval; and
WHEREAS, the closure of the SMI on the planned 2024 date is in line with both the draft NYS
Solid Waste Management Plan 2023 – 2032 and Tompkins County Solid Waste Plan (link),
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Town of Ulysses does hereby support the closure of
SMI in 2025 as is currently planned and permitted, without further modifications to the
facility; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Town of Ulysses seeks to be named an interested party
due to the potential impacts on our community and therefore requests an enhanced public
participation process for any proposed expansion; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town of Ulysses directs the clerk to forward a copy of this
resolution to the NYSDEC, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, NYS Assembly member Anna Kelles,
NYS Senator Lea Webb, the Town Boards of Seneca Falls and Waterloo and the Seneca Falls
Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Seneca County Board of Supervisors.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-162: CHANGES TO THE 2024 TENTATIVE BUDGET, ADOPTION OF 2024
PRELIMINARY BUDGET, AND SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS the Town Budget Officer presented the 2024 Tentative Budget to the Town Clerk
and the Town Board at the September 26th Regular Town Board meeting, and
WHEREAS prior to the presentation of the Tentative Budget, there were two public sessions to
conduct line-by-line budget review on 9/12, 9/14; and
WHEREAS the Town Board discussed and considered the 2024 Tentative Budget 10/10 in a
special meeting and 10/10 in a regular meeting; and
WHEREAS the following changes were made to the Tentative Budget at the 10/10 Special and
10/10 Regular Town Board meetings:
o Decrease in A fund Contingency A1990.4
o increase in community organization funding in the following lines: A6772.4 Programs for
the Aging CE, A7989.4 Culture CE, and A8030.4 Stream Research CE
o Decrease in 9060.8 in A, B, DA, and DB due to updated information on 2024 rates and staff
insurance updates.
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o Water District 3 water units updated
Now, therefore be it
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the Preliminary Budget for 2023 as presented at the
10/10/2023 regular meeting for the Ulysses Town Board, with a 4.55% increase in the tax levy
and a -6.51% tax rate decrease for Town residents outside the Village of Trumansburg, and an
7.38% levy increase and -3.35% tax rate decrease 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 24, 2023 at 7p.m. for the purpose of hearing public comments on the Town
of Ulysses 2024 Preliminary Budget.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-163: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from September 12,
2023 (special meeting), September 12, 2023 (regular meeting), September 14, 2023 (special
meeting), and September 26, 2023 (regular meeting) as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
RESOLUTION 2023-164: APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS:
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the following budget modifications as
presented or amended.
A FUND
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A1440.4 Engineer CE Increase $ 2,850.00 $ 2,850.00
Overage due to the first invoice for the Black Diamond Trail (BDT) Scoping phase; project authorized via
resolution 49-2023 and 89-2023. Budget modifications will be done as project is billed.
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Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A2706 Grants from Local
Government $ 18,190.00 Increase $ 114.00 $ 18,304.00
Total grant from 2.5% set aside from Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) = $18,304;
received in early October.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A915 Assigned Fund
Appropriation $ Increase $ 2,736.00 $ 2,736.00
Per Board resolution referenced above, appropriating assigned fund dedicated to recreational purposes,
internally known as A962-236.21 Asgnd: Rec (parks).
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A1670.4 Printing & Mailing $ 10,961.00 Increase $ 883.29 $ 11,844.29
Overage due to unbudgeted order of envelopes at beginning of year.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A1650.4 Central
Communications CE $ 16,509.00 Decrease $ 883.29 $ 15,625.71
Projected underspending in this line.
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A7020.121 Rec PS - Summer Camp
Staff $ 47,800.00 Increase $ 7,268.07 $ 55,068.07
Increased staffing costs due to increased camp enrollment.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A2706 Grants from Local
Governments $ 18,304.00 Increase $ 7,268.07 $ 25,572.07
Increased staffing costs due to increased camp enrollment; offset by Tompkins County recovery local grant.
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A7310.1 YEP PS $ 20,015.00 Increase $ 11,413.18 $ 31,428.18
2023 increased investment in Youth first-time-employment program to catch up from smaller budgets during
the pandemic years.
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A7310.11 YEP Admin PS $ 5,000.00 Increase $ 1,501.00 $ 6,501.00
YEP program administration moved in-house to ensure adherence to requirements--increase due to landmark
year for youth and economic development program.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
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A7310.4 Youth Programs CE $ 66,759.00 Increase $ 12,914.18 $ 53,844.82
This line will be used differently this year due to changes in contracted Youth Development Services. Balance
in this line after this modification = $26,730.26
B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
B1420.4 Attorney CE Increase $ 3,474.35 $ 3,474.35
Increased expenditures due to Planning Board and BZA applications and processes.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Balance Post
Budget Mod.
B1990.4 Contingency Account $ 20,000.00 Increase $ 3,474.35 $ 23,474.35
First use of contingency in the B fund.
SW4 FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account # Account Name Current Budget Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
SW4-320.4 Water Purchases $ 500.00 Increase $ 82.31 $ 582.31
Water purchase expense offset by water sales.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
SW4-2140 Metered Water Sales $ 500.00 Increase $ 82.31 $ 582.31
Water purchase expense offset by water sales.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-165: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims for:
vouchers numbered 404 through 437 in the amount of $45,640.45.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/10/23
OCTOBER 24, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-166: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION
OF DEC GRANT FOR NON-POINT SOURCE CULVERT STUDY AND REPORT
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has been awarded $30,000 through the Non-Point Source Planning program
to develop an engineering report per DEC specifications for six culverts throughout the Town, which were
prioritized by the Town Highway Superintendent.
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby accepts these funds; and it is hereby further
RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized, upon approval of the
final contract by the Town’s Attorney, to execute all necessary agreements, certifications or reimbursement
requests with DEC on behalf of the Town of Ulysses in connection with the advancement of this project.
RESOLUTION 2023-167: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION
OF CURRY ROAD OVER TRUMANSBURG CREEK CULVERT REPLACEMENT, P.L.N. 3757.39 BRIDGE NY 2022
GRANT
WHEREAS, a project for the Curry Road over Trumansburg Creek Culvert Replacement, Town of Ulysses,
Bridge NY 2022, P.l.N. 3757.39 (the "Project") is eligible for reimbursement of qualified costs from Bridge
NY funding that calls for the post-reimbursement apportionment of the qualified costs to be borne at the ratio
of 100% Bridge NY funds and 0% non-Bridge NY funds; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses will design, let, and administer all phases of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses desires to advance the Project by making a commitment of 100% of the
costs of Engineering, ROW and Construction work for the Project or portions thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town of Ulysses Board, duly convened does hereby
RESOLVE, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby approves the Project; and it is hereby further
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby authorizes the Town of Ulysses to pay 100% of the cost
of Engineering, ROW and Construction work for the Project or portions thereof, with the understanding that
qualified costs will be reimbursed from Bridge NY funding; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the sum of $1,500,000 is hereby appropriated from fund balance and the DA Bridge
Reserve and made available to cover the cost of participation in the above phase of the Project; and it is further
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RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby agrees that the Town of Ulysses shall be responsible for
all costs of the Project, including costs which exceed the amount of reimbursement available from the NY
Bridge Funding awarded to the Town of Ulysses; and it is further
RESOLVED, that in the event the costs of the Project exceed the amount appropriated above, the Town of
Ulysses Board shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the
notification by the thereof, and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby agrees that Town of Ulysses hereby commits 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 Town Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses be and is hereby authorized to execute all
necessary agreements, certifications or reimbursement requests with NYSDOT for State Aid and/or Bridge
NY funding on behalf of the Town of Ulysses in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project
and providing for the administration of the Project and the municipality's funding of the Project costs, and it is
further
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses will be responsible for all maintenance of the Project; 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, this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
RESOLUTION 2023-168: AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION, FUNDING AND CONTRACTION EXECUTION
OF DEC GRANT FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE WITH SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENTS CLIMATE SMART
COMMUNITIES
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has been awarded $55,404 through the Climate Smart Communities
program to update the Town’s Comprehensive Plan with Sustainability Elements.
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ulysses Board hereby accepts these funds; and it is hereby further
RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor of the Town of Ulysses is hereby authorized to execute all necessary
agreements, certifications or reimbursement requests with DEC on behalf of the Town of Ulysses in
connection with the advancement of this project.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-169: ADOPTION OF 2024 BUDGET
WHEREAS the Town Budget Officer presented the 2024 Tentative Budget to the Town Clerk and the Town
Board at the September 26, 2023 Regular Town Board meeting, and
WHEREAS prior to the presentation of the Tentative Budget, there was a public session conducted for budget
review on 9/12; and
WHEREAS the Town Board discussed and considered the 2024 Tentative Budget at the 10/10 Special and
Regular Town Board meetings; and
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WHEREAS, the Town Board accepted the Preliminary Town Budget for 2024 on October 10, 2023 and, in
accordance with New York State Town Law Section 108, set the Public Hearing date for October 24, 2023 at
7pm in person and via Zoom; and
WHEREAS, notice of the Public Hearing was in the newspaper on October 18, 2023 and also posted on the
Town’s website on October 13, 2023, and included in the Town newsletter on October 13 and 20, 2023; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on October 24, 2023, where all members of the public were able to
comment on the Preliminary Budget in person, via Zoom, telephone, or in writing; and
WHEREAS, the tax levy limit set by the New York State Office of the State Comptroller for the Town of
Ulysses for the year 2024 is 3.56%;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board accepts the 2024 Preliminary Budget as the Final Budget for 2024 for the
Town of Ulysses with a resulting 3.50% increase in the overall tax levy, (which is within the tax cap); a -
6.51% tax rate decrease and an overall final tax rate of 2.3063/$1,000 taxable assessed value (TAV) for Town
residents outside the Village of Trumansburg; (a -3.35% tax rate decrease); and an overall final tax rate of
1.1677/$1,000 taxable assessed value (TAV), for Village of Trumansburg residents, and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk shall submit a certified copy of the adopted 2024 Town Budget to Tompkins
County.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Olson expressed gratitude to the Budget Officer and Town Board for the process.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-170: A LOCAL LAW TO CREATE A NEW CHAPTER 40 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED
PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.:
WHEREAS, the Town Board scheduled a public hearing for September 12, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. for Local Law
No. 5 of the Year 2023 entitled “A LOCAL LAW CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 40 OF THE TOWN
CODE ENTITLED ‘PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT’”; and
WHEREAS, notice of said public hearing was duly advertised in the official newspaper of the Town and
posted on the Town Clerk’s signboard; and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held on the 12th day of September, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. 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, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, it has been determined by the Town
Board that adoption of the proposed Local Law constitutes a Type II action as defined under 6 NYCRR
617.5(26) and (33); and
WHEREAS, the Town Board, after due deliberation, finds it in the best interest of the Town to adopt said
Local Law.
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby adopts said
Local Law as Law No. 5 of the Year 2023 entitled “A LOCAL LAW CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 40 OF
THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED ‘PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT’”, a copy of which is attached hereto
and made a part hereof; and further
RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to enter said Local Law in the minutes of this
meeting and give due notice of the adoption of said Local Law to the Secretary of State; and further
RESOLVED that this resolution will take effect immediately upon filing with the Department of State.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
The clerk called a roll-call vote:
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-171: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023
SPECIAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Town Board designated December 6, 2023 as the date for a special
election concerning a petition filed on September 7, 2023, and took action to require personal registration for
such special election; and
WHEREAS, the Board now desires to appoint persons to act as a single Board of Registration for such special
election, and to designate the dates, times, and locations at which such Board of Registration shall meet to
personally register voters for such special election; and
WHEREAS, the Board also desires to appoint persons to act as election inspectors and ballot clerks
(hereinafter, “poll workers”) for such special election;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that:
The Town Board determines that one Board of Registration is reasonably capable of carrying out the personal
registration requirements for special elections under New York State Town Law. The following persons are
appointed as the Board of Registration:
Elizabeth Thomas
Dolores Higareda
Emily Ouckama
Christine Holtkamp
Said Board of Registration shall meet on the following dates and times at the listed location:
November 18 at Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886, between 12 noon and 4 p.m.
November 21 at Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY 14886, between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
The Town Clerk is directed, on or before the 23rd day before the special election, to obtain from the Tompkins
County Board of Elections the list of names and addresses of all voters registered with such Board of
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Elections, and to deliver such list to the Board of Registration on or before the Board of Registration ’s first
meeting, for inclusion in the registry of voters for the special election.
All members of the Board of Registration and all poll workers, to be appointed at a future date, shall be paid
$17 per hour.
The Town Clerk is hereby directed to publish notice of the dates, times and location that the Board of
Registration will meet in the Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of the Town of Ulysses, and to post such
notice in five conspicuous places in the Town of Ulysses. Said notice shall be published and posted on or
before November 8, 2023.
Paragraph 5 of Resolution No. 2023-157, which authorized the holding of a special election, and which
directed the Town Clerk to publish notice of the special election in the Ithaca Voice, is hereby amended to
direct publication in the Ithaca Journal, as the official newspaper of the Town of Ulysses.
This Resolution shall take immediate effect.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Goldman
A roll-call vote was taken by the Clerk:
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/24/23
RESOLUTION 2023-172: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from October 10, 2023 (one special
and one regular meeting) as presented.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 10/24/23
NOVEMBER 14, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-173: BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the 2023 budget modifications as presented.
A FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A1670.4 PRINTING & MAILING CE $ 11,844.29 Increase $1,007.28 $ 12,851.57
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Overage due to early in the year unbudgeted expense.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A1990.4 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT $ 23,590.23 Decrease $ 1,007.28 $ 22,582.95
Balance of contingency account is listed above under "Post Budget Mod."
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A7020.43 ADULT COMMUNITY REC CE $ 1,200.00 Increase $ 49.51 $ 1,249.51
Expenses associated with increased adult programming will be offset by additional revenue from
programming fees.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
A2001 RECREATION FEES $ 94,500.00 Increase $ 49.51 $ 94,450.49
Please note that this revenue line has exceeded the budget as of October close, see monthly
financial report.
B FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
B1420.4 ATTORNEY CE $ 33,474.35 Increase $ 2,477.17 $ 35,951.52
End of year estimate during the 2024 budget development process = $45,000
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
B8790.4 GEN NATURAL RESOURCES CE $ 8,790.40 Increase $ 590.47 $ 9,380.87
Overage due to WSPP Committee survey mailing.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
B1990.4 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT $ 16,525.65 Decrease $ 3,067.64 $ 13,458.01
Balance of contingency account is listed above under "Post Budget Mod."
DA FUND BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
DA9785.6 Installment Purch. Principal $ 80,327.43 Increase $82,592.66 $162,920.09
DA9785.7 Installment Purch. Interest $ 4,594.35 Increase $ 2,329.12 $ 6,923.47
To record final payment on purchase of 2023 Granite 64FR Truck with Viking Equipment.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
DA599 Appropriated Fund Balance $183,692.00 Increase $84,921.78 $268,613.78
Funds for the final payment are budgeted in 2024, however, since the truck was received in 2023, we must
record the full amount expended in 2023. The below budget modification will be made to the 2024 budget to
reflect this transaction.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
DA5130.2 Machinery - Equipment $303,426.00 Decrease $84,922.00 $218,504.00
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To adjust the budget for final payment on truck recorded in 2023.
Account
# Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request
Post Budget
Mod.
DA990 Unappropriated Revenues $ - Increase $84,922.00 $ 84,922.00
To reflect amount budgeted in 2024 for final payment is being used to replenish fund balance that
was appropriated in 2023 in order to cover the final payment on 2023 Granite 64FR Truck.
The board and Ms. Wright discussed why and how we are paying off the truck now.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Olson
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-174: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of
claims for vouchers numbered 438-479 and 481-488 in the amount of $210,335.68.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-175: UPDATE TO REQUIRED TRAININGS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS, PUBLIC OFFICERS,
AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
RESOLVED, that the deadline to complete the necessary 2023 trainings is extended to December 31, 2023,
and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town accepts Sexual Harassment Prevention certificates completed in 2023 in
fulfillment of Town sexual harassment prevention training requirements.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
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Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-176: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023
SPECIAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Town Board designated December 6, 2023 as the date for a special
election concerning a petition filed on September 7, 2023, and took action to require personal registration
for such special election; and
WHEREAS, the Board also desires to appoint persons to act as election inspectors and ballot clerks
(hereinafter, “poll workers”) for such special election;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that:
The following persons are appointed as poll workers for the listed polling sites:
Trumansburg Village Hall, 56 E. Main St., Trumansburg, NY 14886
o Dolores Higareda
o Liz Thomas
o Carol Czimbach
o Patricia Dodge
Franziska Racker Center, 3226 Wilkins Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
o Christine Holtkamp
o Dorianne Almann
o Emily Ouckama
o __________________ (TBD)
All poll workers shall be paid $17 per hour.
This Resolution shall take immediate effect.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-177: AUTHORIZATION TO INCLUDE A 2024 TOWN BUDGET SUMMARY IN THE 2024
TAX BILL
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Law section 922 (1) (d) permits municipalities to include a
summary of the 2024 adopted budget with the tax bills if the Town Board approves such
action by resolution, and
WHEREAS, all taxpayers deserve a clear and transparent explanation of how their taxes are
used and the structure and changes in the Town of Ulysses 2024 budget;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Supervisor and Clerk to prepare a brief
summary of the 2024 Town Budget for inclusion with the 2024 tax bill.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-178: ESCROW AGREEMENT FOR THE PAYMENT OF MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING,
CONSULTING AND LEGAL FEES
WHEREAS, a completed map, plan and report is necessary for the review and consideration of a potential
water district; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate for applicants to pay for necessary costs associated with third party services in
compliance with state and local laws;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to enter into an escrow agreement
with Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival, Inc. to pay for required third party services, including engineering and
legal costs required to review the Project under local, state and federal laws, and compliance with the
New York State Environmental Quality Review Act.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-179: SCHEDULING A SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 7, 2023
RESOLVED that the Town Board holds a Special Town Board meeting at 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY, on
Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 9am for the purpose of updating the public on the outcome of the Special
Election to be held on December 6, 2023.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-180: SCHEDULE A SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 12, 2023; CANCEL REGULAR
MEETINGS ON DECEMBER 12 AND DECEMBER 26, 2023
RESOLVED that the Town Board holds a Special Town Board meeting at 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY, on
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 6pm, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that that Town Board cancels the December 12, 2023 regular meeting at 7pm and
cancels the December 26, 2023 regular meeting.
Moved: Ms. Olson Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
RESOLUTION 2023-181: LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR VILLAGE TAP GRANT
RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board supports the Village’s 2023 grant application to extend sidewalks along
Route 96.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
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Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/14/23
NOVEMBER 28, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-182: A RESOLUTION CONCERNING MATTERS RELATED TO THE DECEMBER 6, 2023
SPECIAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Town Board designated December 6, 2023 as the date for a special
election concerning a petition filed on September 7, 2023, and took action to require personal registration
for such special election; and
WHEREAS, the Board also desires to appoint persons to act as election inspectors and ballot clerks
(hereinafter, “poll workers”) for such special election; and
WHEREAS, Dolores Higareda, Liz Thomas, Carol Czimbach, Patricia Dodge, Christine Holtkamp, Dorianne
Almann, and Emily Ouckama were appointed by the Town Board and assigned polling sites at the regular
Town Board meeting on November 14, 2023;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board appoints Patricia Speno to work as a poll workers
for the Franziska Racker Center, 3226 Wilkins Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
All poll workers shall be paid $17 per hour.
This Resolution shall take immediate effect.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-183: REFERRAL OF DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 3 TO THE PLANNING BOARD
Ms. Olson moved that the proposal merits further consideration and be referred to the Planning Board for
additional review and recommendations for alterations to the development district language on lot
dimensions, building, signage, wetland and stream standards, etc. This was seconded by Ms. Weatherby.
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
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Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/28/23
RESOLUTION 2023-184: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approve the meeting minutes from October 24, 2023 (special
meeting) and October 24, 2023 (regular meeting) as presented or amended.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 11/28/23
DECEMBER 7, 2023: SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION 2023-185: APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TOMPKINS COUNTY EMC:
RESOLVED that the Town Board appoint Christine Collins to TC EMC for a 2-year term, ending on Dec. 31,
2025.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/7/23
DECEMBER 12, 2023: TOWN BOARD MEETING
CONSENT AGENDA (Resolutions #186-188):
RESOLUTION 2023-186: 2024 BUDGET MODIFICATIONS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approves the 2024 budget modifications as presented.
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A FUND BUDGET
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
A2750 AIM Related Payments $ - Increase $
33,545.00 $ 33,545.00
Annual state aid to be included in A fund revenues.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
TBD Assigned Fund: Records Mgm't $ - Increase $
6,000.00 $ 6,000.00
To begin the practice of annually setting aside funds to offset records management expenses which have
a multiple year cyclical nature, as per the adopted budget. Due to an inaccurate formula within the
budgeting worksheet, this expense was not captured in the overall appropriations total in the A fund.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
A1120 Non-Property Tax Dist by
County $ 215,000.00
Decrease
$
8,000.00 $ 207,000.00
A1120 aka Sales Tax; To both offset the expense in the B fund below as well as to divert a proportionally
higher amount of sales tax to the B fund (aligning with mulityear budgeting goals), decrease the amount
of sales tax in the A fund to account for the previously unbudgeted AIM revenue.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
A599 Appropriated Fund Balance $ 205,304.00
Decrease
$
19,545.00 $ 185,759.00
To account for the previously unbudgeted revenue in the A fund.
B FUND BUDGET
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
B1420.41 Attorney - BZA & PB $ - Increase $
8,000.00 $ 8,000.00
As per the adopted budget; due to an inaccurate formula within the budgeting worksheet, this expense
was not captured in the overall appropriations total in the B fund.
Account # Account Name Current
Budget
Increase /
Decrease
Budget Mod
Request Post Budget Mod.
B1120 Non-Property Tax Dist by
County $ 196,000.00 Increase $
8,000.00 $ 204,000.00
B1120 aka Sales Tax; To both offset the B1420.41 expense as well as to divert a proportionally higher
amount of sales tax to the B fund (aligning with mulityear budgeting goals).
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RESOLUTION #187 OF 2023: SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2024 FIRE CONTRACT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board schedules the public hearing for the 2024 Fire Contract for January 9,
2024 at 7:05pm, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board directs the Town Clerk to undertake the necessary public
notification processes for the public hearing.
RESOLUTION 2023-188: SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE USE OF AMERICAN RECOVERY PLAN ACT
FUNDS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board schedules the public hearing for the purposes of hearing the public’s
recommendations for how to use the Town’s remaining allotment of the American Recovery Plan Act Funds
for January 23, 2024 at 7:05pm, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board directs the Town Clerk to undertake the necessary public
notification processes for the public hearing.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-189: APPRECIATION FOR MR. JEFF BURNS
WHEREAS, Mr. Jeff Burns installed the very first server and other IT related systems at the Town Hall, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Burns’ dedication to the Town’s IT environment provided the first generation of IT systems
for the Town of Ulysses;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board gratefully acknowledges Mr. Burns’ many years of service and
wishes him the very best in his well-deserved retirement.
Moved: Mr. Boggs Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-190: APPRECIATION FOR MR. LUCAS ALBERTSON
WHEREAS, Mr. Lucas Albertson has ably served the Town since April 2018 as our Fire Inspector; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albertson’s knowledge and capabilities made an important contribution to keeping Ulysses
properties safe;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board extends its appreciation to Mr. Albertson for his years of service and
wishes him the very best in his professional and personal life.
Moved: Ms. Bouchard Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-91: APPRECIATION FOR TOWN BOARDS AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses is supported by a variety of appointed boards and committees; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board recognizes the combined hundreds of hours of work that these groups
dedicate to the town on an annual basis;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board expresses appreciation for the hard work and dedication of all town
boards and committees:
Bee Friendly Community Committee
Board of Zoning Appeals
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Council
Habitat Nature Preserve Committee
Planning Board
Tree Advisory Council
Water Source Protection Plan Committee
Youth Commission
RESOLUTION 2023-193: AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN 2024 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)
CONTRACT WITH THE VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG
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
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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; 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 2024 EMS Services Agreement between the Village
and the Town, and further
RESOLVED that pursuant to the Agreement, the Town shall pay the Village the sum of $440,255 for EMS
services.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-194: APPLICATION FOR MATCHING FUNDS FROM TOMPKINS COUNTY YOUTH
SERVICES
WHEREAS, Tompkins County provides matching funds for youth services to municipalities in Tompkins
County; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses and the Village of Trumansburg cooperatively fund youth services in Ulysses,
and the program is overseen by the Trumansburg/Ulysses Youth Commission;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to apply on behalf of the Town for 2024
matching funds from Tompkins County, not to exceed $32,000.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
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RESOLUTION 2023-195: GATEKEEPER RESOLUTION FOR BRIDGE NY APPLICATION FOR MAPLEWOOD
ROAD HAIRPIN CULVERT
WHEREAS, funds have been made available to municipalities for bridge projects through the BRIDGE-NY
funding stream; and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and Budget Officer have determined that the Maplewood Road
hairpin turn culvert is a priority project; and
WHEREAS, New York State funds 100% of the cost for eligible project costs, not to exceed $1.5 million,
through the BRIDGE NY culvert program; and
WHEREAS, for each project, costs exceeding $1.5 million will be appropriated out of the DA232 / DA883
Bridge Repair Reserve Fund; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the BRIDGE NY application for the Maplewood Road
Hairpin Culvert.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-196: ACKNOWLEDGING THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER CONSULTANT SELECTED TO
ASSIST WITH THE 2024 BRIDGE NY APPLICATIONS
WHEREAS, resolution 2022-177 authorized the selection of Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. as the engineer firm to
support the last round of BRIDGE NY applications, and
WHEREAS, New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Region 3 Regional Local Programs
Manager Richard M. Sawczak confirmed that the last round of solicitation of the engineering firms on the
NYSDOT Local Design Services Agreement (LDSA) list for Region 3 was within an adequate timeframe and
therefore the Town’s previous selection of Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. is acceptable;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board approves Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. to assist the Town in applying
for the 2023 BRIDGE-NY funding.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
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Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-197: SUPPORT FOR BRIDGE NY APPLICATION FOR MAPLEWOOD HARPIN CULVERT
WHEREAS, funding programs like BRIDGE-NY recognize that infrastructure replacement costs exceed the
ability of the local municipalities to maintain bridges and culverts in a timely fashion, and
WHEREAS, the Town has sought multiple rounds of funding for the Maplewood hairpin culvert as it is highly
prioritized for replacement and rehabilitation, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has demonstrated the ability to administer BRIDGE NY and other similarly
funded projects;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board enthusiastically supports the BRIDGE-NY applications for the
Maplewood Road culvert, and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board wishes to express appreciation to New York State
Department of Transportation for previous infrastructure funding as well as the continued funding
opportunity through the BRIDGE-NY program.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION 2023-198: AUTHORIZATION OF A PRE-PAYMENT FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CIVIC
INTERNSHIP STIPEND
WHEREAS, the Youth Development Civics Internship program provides a budgeted maximum $250 stipend
for participants; and
WHEREAS, the stipend is prorated with the maximum $250 provided to participants who attend all sessions;
and
WHEREAS, the Civics Internship program is partially funded by Tompkins County; and
WHEREAS, the last Town Board meeting of 2023 is the December 12th, 2023 meeting; and
WHEREAS, the last program session will be December 13th, 2023; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the pre-payment of stipends based on program
attendance.
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Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Weatherby
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION #2023-199: APPOINTMENT TO BEE COMMITTEE:
Resolved that the Town Board appoint Bridget Brewer to the Bee Committee through 12/31/24.
Moved: Ms. Weatherby Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION #2023-200: APPOINTMENT OF ULYSSES’ CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY
COUNCIL CHAIR AS THE TOWN’S CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES’ COORDINATOR
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses was certified as a Bronze Level Community in 2018 in the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s “Climate Smart Communities” Initiative; and
WHEREAS, the Ulysses Town Board passed resolution (No. 2017-110) that appointed the Town’s
Environmental Planner as the Climate Smart Communities Coordinator; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Planner is no longer a position held at the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, the Town’s Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Council has provided leadership and
initiative regarding sustainability projects and practices for the Town of Ulysses; and
WHEREAS, the Town will be undergoing an effort to get re-certified as a Bronze Climate Smart Communities;
and
WHEREAS, achieving Climate Smart Communities certification would help to promote sustainability at the
local level, make the Town eligible for specific funding programs, increase competitiveness of applications to
other state funding applications, and would provide good public relations opportunities for the Town; and
WHEREAS, to become a Certified Climate Smart Community, one of the actions the Town of Ulysses must
take is to appoint a Climate Smart Communities Coordinator; and
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WHEREAS, the duties of the Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Council Chair align with the goals of the
Climate Smart Communities program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Chair of the Conservation and Sustainability Advisory Council of the Town of Ulysses is
hereby appointed as the Town’s Climate Smart Communities Coordinator for the New York State Department
of Conservation’s Climate Smart Communities Initiative; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board wishes to thank Roxanne Marino for her dedication and continued
efforts to promote sustainability in Town operations.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION #2023-201: PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board has reviewed and approves payment of claims in the amount of
$118,063.48.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Ms. Bouchard
Olson aye
Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23
RESOLUTION #202 OF 2023: AUTHORIZATION TO SECURE GENERAL LIABILITY AND CYBER INSURANCE
FOR 2024
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign documents to secure general
liability and cyber insurance; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes the pre-payment of general liability and cyber insurance
coverage for 2024.
Moved: Mr. Goldman Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Olson aye
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Boggs aye
Bouchard aye
Goldman aye
Weatherby aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 12/12/23