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Home My WebLink AboutReg Mtg. Minutes 11/21/1994VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS 85 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cayuga Heights held November 21, 1994 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Anderson; Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel; Attorney Geldenhuys; Treasurer Silber; Supt. of P.W. Cross; Police Chief Wall. ABSENT: Fire Supt. Leonhardt. Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order-at 7:30 PM. Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Kira: VOTED to approve the minutes of a regular meeting held October 17,. 1994 as pre- viously furnished Trustees in copy form with the correction to the numbering of Resolution 04610 to read "...amend Resolution 04587...." Trustees Bisogni,Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. The Mayor reported on the following: - Resignations pending: Fire Chief Leonhardt has submitted his resignation effective November 30, 1994. P.W. Foreman, Bob Tyrrell and Sr. MEO, Larry Marshall will retire after the first of the year. It was noted during discussion that, although Officer Day is most likely the best qualified person to assume the Fire Supt.'s responsi- bilities, a conflict exists due to his position in the Police Dept. Trustee Kozen was asked to convey the Board's opinion regarding this to the Fire Council. - Opportunity to increase the exemption for Senior Citizens to as high as $17,500. It was noted that the previous authorization was $16,500 and the Village has not raised the exemption since 1986 ($12,025). The Treasurer will investigate before action is taken. -Input on revision of the Zoning Ordinances - Trustee Kozen questioned the use of the word "morals" and asked if it should be included in that Section of the Zoning Ordinances. Definition of "family ".was raised, also. - Upkeep of Marcham Garden - suggestion was made to seek volunteers and contributions. Trustee Kira will submit an article relative to this in the upcoming issue of V.V. -ADA - reminder that by January 26, 1995, requirements need to be satisfied to ramps and crosswalks. One parking space is required in front of the Village Hall. A larger sign is needed by the intercom telephone in the front entryway. PA system is required in the Board Room as well as an automatic assistance device for opening the front door. - Address change for M/M Gary Fields. Motion by Trustee Kira, seconded by Trustee Fleming: RESOLUTION 4616 - GRANT REQUEST FOR ADDRESS CHANGE VOTED to grant the request of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Fields to change their address from 417 Highland Road to 17 Parkway Place since there is no access to the property from Highland Road. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. - Vacancies still remain on EOC and County Youth Boards. CHCA - Trustee Kozen reported that the dedication ceremony for the walkway was held. The monthly report of the Fire Supt. was placed on file. The Treasurer presented his monthly report which is on file. It was agreed that the Treasurer will present the summary of the Audit Report at the December meeting rather than ask a representative of the Ciaschi firm to appear for that purpose. Minutes of Regular Meeting - 11/21/94 2 86 Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Kira: RESOLUTION 4617 - CLARIFY RESOLUTION 11 4610 RE SOURCE OF FUNDS VOTED to clarify Resolution 114610 to show that the additional $55,000 previously approved by the Board for the Central Garage Facility will be expended from the following funds: $1250 - General Fund; $5500 - Water Fund; $8250 - Sewer Fund; $40,000 - Serial Bond issued on behalf of the General Fund. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Kira: Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming: VOTED to approve the Abstract of Vouchers dated 11/21/94 in the following amounts: General Fund - $33,879.81; Sewer Fund - $26,876.30; Water Fund - $2500.00; Capital Fund - $19,279.42. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Attorney Geldenhuys reported an the following: 1/ health insurance matter - she and, Mr. Mayo have scheduled a meeting; 2 /Joint Inspection Agreement with City of Ithaca regarding properties that straddle boundary lines - the City will issue all build- ing permits and receive permit fees but each municipality will do a zoning inspection. A copy of the agreement is forthcoming. Relative to fire inspections, this is still being worked out; 3/ re Dr. Bishop's letter. addressed to the Board concerning the Webbs' "unsightly" fence, there is no provision in the Zoning Ordinances that will allow the Village to get involved. The Attorney suggested writing to Dr. Bishop explaining that the Board does not interpret the Webbs' addition of rags and clothesline to the fence as being part of a structure that makes it part of the Zoning Ordinances. Supt. Cross will write to Dr. Bishop explaining this. The Police Chief presented his monthly report which is on file. The Board agreed that in cases where Officers are needed to direct traffic for private individuals,, a time and one -half rate plus 33 -1/32 for benefits will be charged. Supt. of P.W. Cross submitted his written report which is on file. Discussion ensued concerning guiderail improvement /replacement throughout the Village. Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Kira: RESOLUTION 4619 - APPROVE GUIDERAIL IMPROVEMENTS VOTED to authorize the P.W. Supt. to bring many of the present guiderails in the Village up to State standards at an estimated cost not to exceed $3,000. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. RESOLUTION 4618 - APPROVE TRANSFERS VOTED to approve the following transfers as recommended by the Treasurer: FROM: TO: Amount A1990..4 Contingency A1420.42 Attorney Other $ 250 A1990.4 Contingency •A1440.41 Sup Pub Wks Other 500 A1640:11 Vehicle Maint'Salary A1640.1 Central Garage Salary 10000 A1990.4 Contingency A8010.4 Zoning Bd of Appeals 200 Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming: VOTED to approve the Abstract of Vouchers dated 11/21/94 in the following amounts: General Fund - $33,879.81; Sewer Fund - $26,876.30; Water Fund - $2500.00; Capital Fund - $19,279.42. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Attorney Geldenhuys reported an the following: 1/ health insurance matter - she and, Mr. Mayo have scheduled a meeting; 2 /Joint Inspection Agreement with City of Ithaca regarding properties that straddle boundary lines - the City will issue all build- ing permits and receive permit fees but each municipality will do a zoning inspection. A copy of the agreement is forthcoming. Relative to fire inspections, this is still being worked out; 3/ re Dr. Bishop's letter. addressed to the Board concerning the Webbs' "unsightly" fence, there is no provision in the Zoning Ordinances that will allow the Village to get involved. The Attorney suggested writing to Dr. Bishop explaining that the Board does not interpret the Webbs' addition of rags and clothesline to the fence as being part of a structure that makes it part of the Zoning Ordinances. Supt. Cross will write to Dr. Bishop explaining this. The Police Chief presented his monthly report which is on file. The Board agreed that in cases where Officers are needed to direct traffic for private individuals,, a time and one -half rate plus 33 -1/32 for benefits will be charged. Supt. of P.W. Cross submitted his written report which is on file. Discussion ensued concerning guiderail improvement /replacement throughout the Village. Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Kira: RESOLUTION 4619 - APPROVE GUIDERAIL IMPROVEMENTS VOTED to authorize the P.W. Supt. to bring many of the present guiderails in the Village up to State standards at an estimated cost not to exceed $3,000. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Minutes of Regular Meeting - 11/21/94 3 n7 i7 Motion by Trustee Fleming, seconded by Trustee Bisogni: RESOLUTION 4620 - AWARD CONTRACT TO LOWER BIDDER FOR SEWER PLANT ROOF VOTED to authorize the Supt, of P.W. to award the bid to JBM for replacement of the Sewer Plant roof unless the pending quote from McPherson Bldrs. comes in lower and no later than November 23, 1995. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. Motion by Trustee Pimentel, seconded by Trustee Fleming: RESOLUTION 4621 - AUTHORIZE REPLACEMENT OF CULVERT RAIL VOTED to authorize the replacement on a permanent basis of the culvert rail at the location where Renwick Brook crosses Highgate Road at an estimated cost not to exceed $5,000. Trustees Bisogni, Collyer, Fleming, Kira, Kozen, Pimentel voted YES. _ Permission was granted to Supt. of P.W. Cross to purchase fuel tanks and pumps since the cost of same is within the current budget. Meeting adjourned at 10:06 PM 1 4-� Anne Krohto