HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Hearing/Reg Mtg. Minutes 10/17/1994VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES 81.
Minutes of a Public Hearing of the Board of 'trustees of the Village of Cayuga
Heights duly published and posted, held October 17, 1994 at 6:45 PM in the
Village Hall to consider the formal notification of the interest and intent
of Broome Developmental Disabilities Services Office to establish a community
residential facility for the developmentally disabled in accordance with Sec-
tion 41.34 of the Mental Hygiene Law at 2229 N. Triphammer Road, Cayuga Hgts.
PRESENT: Mayor Anderson; Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen,
Pimentel; Attorney Geldenhuys; Treasurer Silber; Supt. of P.W. Cross; Police
Chief Wall; Fire Supt. Leonhardt.
OTHERS PRESENT: Representatives of Broome Developmental Services, several neigh-
bors of 2229 N. Triphammer Road property, Michael Fulmer, Dooley Kiefer.
Mayor Anderson opened the Public Hearing stating its purpose and added that he
had sent letters notifying neighbors of the Hearing. Ms. Stephanie Campbell,
on behalf of the Broome Developmental Services Unit of the NYS•Office of Mental
Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, spoke of their intent to establish
a community residential facility at 2229 N. Triphammer Road for four disabled
individuals who have requested to live together and who will be provided with
24 -hour staff coverage to meet their daily living needs. Following a detailed
description of the program, Ms. Campbell and Harold Tompkins answered questions
and concerns from several neighbors and Trustees. In response to a question of
"choice in the matter," Attorney Geldenhuys stated that the'only basis for Board
denial would be to show there are so many of these facilities in the neighbor-
hood that it would substantially alter the quality of the neighborhood. With
respect to the Village zoning laws, she responded that it is treated like any
other single family unit. Ms. Campbell invited everyone present to visit the
day treatment program for introduction to the four individuals who will be
living together. The Public Hearing was declared closed at 7:15 PM.
Minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cayuga
Heights held October 17, 1994 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall.
PRESENT: As above.
OTHERS PRESENT: Michael Fulmer, Dooley Kiefer, Kay Newman.
Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened it to privilege of the floor.
Mr. Michael Fulmer, Manager of the Convenient Food Mart, requested consideration
to either receive a discount on or be allowed to mark up the $12.00 price per
sheet of trashtags which the CFM sells as a service to Village residents, citing
as justification a potential for a loss in the sale of tags as well as time -
consuming accounting procedures. It was noted that CFM accounts for 60 -65% of
monthly trashtag sales. It was agreed to discuss the matter later in the meeting
and Mr. Fulmer withdrew.
Motion by Trustee Collyer, seconded by Trustee Kira:
VOTED to approve the minutes of a regular meeting held September 19, 1994 as pre-
viously furnished Trustees in copy form with a correction to the spelling of the
last name of candidate for State Assembly, Wilson Kone. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer,
Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
After a brief discussion of the Broome e D Developmental presentation, the. following
action was taken:
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Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming:
RESOLUTION 4606 - APPROVE SITE AT 2229 N. TRIPHAMMER ROAD FOR USE BY BROOME
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES
VOTED to approve the site at 2229 N. Triphammer Road as proposed by Broome Develop-
mental Disabilities Services for the establishment of a community residential
facility for four developmentally disabled individuals who will have 24 -hour staff
coverage, in accordance with Section 41.34 of the Mental Hygiene Law. Trustees
Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Discussion ensued regarding the sale of trashtags by CFM and Trustee Kozen wished
to go on-record as being opposed to the sale of tags to CFM at a reduced price.
The Treasurer will investigate other possible sources in the Village for the sale
of trashtags.
The following issues were addressed:
- Letter from Supervisor James F. Schug, Town of Dryden, re sewer hookups for
properties not entirely within the district. Trustees reviewed the colored map
provided by Mr. Schug showing where the properties in question lie within the
district.
Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Kira:'
. RESOLUTION 4607 - DENY REQUEST FOR SEWER HOOKUPS IN TOWN OF DRYDEN
VOTED to deny the request of Supervisor Schug for sewer hookups for properties
which are not fully within the Sewer District. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer,
Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
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-Webb fence violation: Supt. of P.W. Cross reported the Webbs are now in compli-
ance; Attorney Geldnehuys reported the court hearing is scheduled for the follow-
ing evening and she will ask for dismissal.
-NYS DEC Report reviewed.
-Time Warner Cable - Sample Resolution - no action taken.
Mayor Anderson reported on the following:
-2015 Long Range Plan - Ithaca - Tompkins County Transportation Council - public
hearing was held - no real questions asked.
- Cornell University Playing Fields: Trustee Kozen commented that the University
is considering developing the land north of the parking lot into a playing field.
- Tompkins County Cable Commission:
Motion by Trustee Kira, seconded by Trustee Pimentel:
RESOLUTION 4608 - APPROVE.PARTICIPATION IN TOMPKINS COUNTY CABLE COMMISSION
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VOTED to authorize Village participation in the Tompkins County Cable Commission,
designating Robin Palmer as Village representative.and Attorney Geldenhuys,
alternate. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
- Reminder to Trustees - last chance to submit comments regarding changes to the
Zoning Ordinance.
-M /M Fields' request for address change - discussion concerning possibility of '
confusion in numbering - Fire Supt. Leonhardt will investigate.
- Letter from ADA - all changes must be completed by January 26, 1995. .
Report from the CHCA - Dedication /opening for the Nature Trail developed on
Cayuga Heights Elementary School property by RoseAnne Moresco - Saturday, October
22 at 2 PM. Annual meeting of the Association will follow in the Cafeteria.
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Fire Supt. Leonhardt submitted his monthly report which is on file.
Labor Relations official has inspected the Fire House - report will be available
® in a month.
An attendance of 350 -400 at the recent Open House.
Supt. Leonhardt requested permission to expend a portion of the Hanselman bequest
for purchase of a fax machine.
Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Kira:
RESOLUTION 4609 - AUTHORIZE PURCHASE BY FIRE DEPT. FROM RESERVE FUND
VOTED to authorize Fire Supt. Leonhardt to purchase a fax machine not to exceed
$800 and to be expended from Fire Dept. Reserve Fund, subject to Treasurer
Silber's investigation of publication requirements. Trustee Bisogni, Collyer,
Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Treasurer Silber's monthly reports are on file in the Village Office.
Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Kira:
RESOLUTION 4610 - AMEND RESOLUTION #4587 - AUTHORIZE ISSUANCE OF $120,000
SERIAL BONDS OF THE VCH, NY, TO PAY COSTS IN CONNECTION
WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CENTRAL GARAGE FACILITY
VOTED to amend Resolution #4587 relative to the issuance of $120,000 Serial Bonds
to pay costs in connection with the construction of a Central Garage Facility,
raising the interest cap from 5.52 to 62. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming,
Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by by Trustee Fleming:
RESOLUTION 4611 - APPROVE TRANSFERS
VOTED to approve the following transfers as recommended by the Treasurer:
FROM
TO
AMOUNT
A1990.4
-Contingency
A1420.42
Attorney Other $
. 200
A1990.4
Contingency
A1910.41
Other Insurance
11340
A1990.4
Contingency
A5112.41
Cap Improv Cont Exp
4,000
A1990.4
Contingency
A8010.4
Zoning Bd of Appeals
100
Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Kira:
VOTED to approve the Abstract of Warrants dated 10/17/94 in the following amounts:
General Fund - $23,967.76; Sewer Fund - $23,170.29; Water Fund - $2,412.68;
Capital Fund - $12,188.44 - with corrections to: delete duplication of $7.00
From A3120.420; Burris - amount should be $52.24 (w /o sales tax); Hold --'possible
reduction in payment to SCLIWC - Supt. Cross will investigate. Trustees Bisogni,
Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
There was lengthy discussion concerning the Health Insurance Analysis as presented
by Treasurer,Silber. (Memo dated 10/9/94 distributed to Trustees and on file).
The_- Attorney will present the proposal to Mr. Mayo, PBA representative.
Supt. of P.W. Cross presented his monthly report which has been placed on file.
Police Chief Wall presented his monthly report which has been placed on file.
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Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming:
RESOLUTION 4612 - AUTHORIZE SUPT. OF P.W. TO PREPARE SPECS AND ADVERTISE
FOR BID FOR 4X4 TRUCK
VOTED to authorize the Supt. of P.W. to prepare specifications and advertise
for bid for a 4x4 pickup truck which will meet State specifications. Trustees
Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming:
RESOLUTION 4613 - AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF "FINE BUBBLE DIFFUSER" FOR WWTP
VOTED to authorize the purchase of a "fine bubble diffuser" equipment to be
fitted in the final settling.tanks at the WWTP not to exceed $7,000. Trustees
Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Awards For Excellence In Service To The Community were presented by Mayor
Anderson to Andy Geiger for 35 years of service and Larry Marshall for 25 years
of service.
Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Kira:
RESOLUTION 4614 - AUTHORIZE INSTALLATION OF TRACK LIGHTING IN
VILLAGE HALL
VOTED to authorize the installation of track lighting in the main entryway of
the Village Hall at a cost not to exceed $840, work to be performed by Marion
Electric. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Trustee Pimentel instructed Supt. of P.W. Cross to notify those property owners
who have not removed the "heavy metal posts" in front of their properties.
Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Pimentel:
RESOLUTION 4615 - AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF LIST OF OVERDUE TAXES AND
CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY FOR RELEVY
VOTED to authorize the Tax Collector to transfer the List of Overdue Taxes and
Certification to Tompkins County for relevy. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming,
Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES.
Meeting adjourned at 11:25 PM
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Anne Krohto
Clerk