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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-11-140 i TOWN OF DANBY PUBLIC HEARING ON PRELIMINARY BUDGET FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING November 14, 1983 The Town Board of the Town of Danby held a public hearing November 14, 1983 at 7:35 P.M. athe the Danby Town Hall, 1830 Danby Road, Town of Danby, Tompkins County and State of New York. The purpose of the hearing was to review the prelimin- ary budget and the proposed Federal Revenue Sharing Budget and give any person or persons desiring to be heard an opportunity to be heard in favor of or against the preliminary budget as compiled or, for or against any item therin contained. Board members present: Councilperson Mary Oltz Councilperson Sylvia Hineyy Councilperson Dorothy Roberts Councilman Ted Merritt Supervisor Mildred Miller Others present: Florence Starr, Edward Shay, Highway Super- intendent Roger Hite, Edward M. Roberts, Frank Haskins, Roy Casterline, Joan Barber, Rick Dietrich, Susan Begg, John and Carol Benjamin, Dich and Joan Bordenet, Charlene Testut, Supervisor Miller opened the meeting and discussion followed on proposed Federal Revenue Sharing budget. The anticipated Federal Revenue Sharing amount from September 30, 1983 to September 30, 1984 is $14,200. On hand is $321201.20. The total to appropriate is $47,046, includes $645 estimated in- terest. The suggested appropriations for Town Hall Surface Treat Youth Recreation (W.Danby & Danby) Senior Citizens Transfer to funds as needed Reserve for Highway, Buildings, Land and Possible Town Offices 1983 -84 $9000 5000 including unused: 500 (each) 2000 2046 •�• n01 rgt� C Councilperson Sylvia Hiney, seconded by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts to adopt the 1983/84 Federal Revenue Sharing Budget as presented. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting opened to discussion of preliminary budget for 1984 at 8 :45 P.M. Florence Starr reported the proposed 1984 tax rate for county is .516% per thousand as compared to .095% per thousand in 1983• Town will be paying $19,490.53 over what is collected by sales tax. Social Services is 39% of the County Budget, Airpost /Highway is 13 %, Health Services is 11 %, all other County - services 37 %. The total proposed 1984 budget (County) is $3394819743. Supervisor Miller reported appropriations are up 11% from last year, but with money left over from last year will only give the town a 4% tax increase. Joan Barber questioned if there was any money budgeted for a new Danby Directory. Supervisor Miller explained no money can be budgeted for this thru the town. Mrs. Barber feels a new directory should be printed, whe would like to do this but would like to be paid for this. Total cost for printing and salary would extimate at $3,000. The board members agreed Fire Department and Community Council could equally budget for this project for 1985. One resident suggested charging for copy of the Directory to help compensate for costs in addition to advertisements. The decision was left this project will have to be planned for 1985. Town Board Meeting Minutes - November 14, 1983 Page 2 John Benjamin presented a petition signed by residents in Danby requesting town board increase Highway Superintendent salary to $18,000 from the budgeted amount of $16,660. Councilman Ted Merritt pointed out the roads have improved a great deal and with Mr. Hile's experience and responsibility he should be given the salary increase. Roy Casterline feels town should pay the increase salary to keep an experienced person servicing the roads. Councilperson Mary Oltz said Mr. Hile has not been employed long enough to be given the increase. Supervisor Miller closed the public hearing at 8.22 P.M. Res ectfull submitted, Linda Fetherbay, Clerk �J • • • C, • 247 TOWN OF DANBY TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES November 14, 1983 The regular meeting of the Danby Town Board was called to order at 8:23 P.M. at the Danby Town Hall, 1830 Danby Road, Town of Danby, Tompkins County, New York, November 14, 19830 Board Members Present: Councilperson Mary Oltz Councilperson Sylvia Hiney Councilperson Dorothy Roberts Councilperson Ted Merritt Supervisor Mildred Miller Others present: Florence Starr, Edward Shay, Highway Superintendent Roger Hile, Edward M. Roberts, Frank Haskins, Roy Casterline, Joan Barber, Ric Dietrich, Susan Begg, John and Carol Benjamin, Dick and Joan Bordenet, Charlene Testut. Communications: Letter from Department of State regarding New York State Fire Reporting System. The letter stressed how important it is to report the number and causes of fires to the State. Supervisor Miller requested the Resolution #28 on October 10 minutes be reworded to, "Transfer,$99.79 from General Fund Contingent Account to Engineering Account A1440.4 to pay Ithaca Journal Advertisement for Bids.: With no further corrections, motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilperson Mary Oltz and unanimously voted to accept the October 10 minutes as corrected. Privilege of the Floor: Councilman Ted Merritt recommended the salary increase for highway superintendent be amended from $16,660 to $18,000. Councilperson Sylvia Hiney agrees salary should be increased. Florence Starr reported County Board of Representatives are hoping the old hospital sale will go thru soon. She is also voting for the Tompkins County jail new location be at the airport site. She also feels the airport site will not be chosen. Edward M. Roberts would like to compare heating bills starting with November of last year to compare with this year's bills. He has been adjusting heaters in the meeting room to see if any difference is cost for heat. Mr. Roberts also agrees Highway Superintendent should be given a raise. Ric Dietrich, Roy Casterline, John & Carol Benjamin, Joan & Dick Bordenet all spoke in favor of Mr. Hile getting a salary increase. Close to privilege of the floor. Committee Reports: Supervisor Miller reported for Herb Engman, Environmental Management Council, who could not attend the meeting. The water level has been increased at the Danby Pond to support wild life. Mr. Engman suggested a board of three people be appointed to keep action going on completion of dam repair at Danby Pond. Herb Engman, Edward W. Roberts and Terry Wildey would like to serve on this committee. Economic Opportunity Committee: Councilperson Sylvia Hiney felt an announcement should go in the Danby Area News regarding free food distribution available to area residents. Danby receives the least in the County. Councilperson Hiney feels very few people are aware of this program. The food distribution is done every other month. 248 Town Board Meeting Minutes, Nov. 14, 1983 page 2 Supervisor Miller reported Community Council is requesting use of the Town Hall for their Annual Christmas.Party on December 17, 7 to.9 P.M. Margie VanDe Mark Will be in charge of the program. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilperson Mary Oltz and unanimously carried. Charlene Testut reported the community council are seeking new officers for 1984. Senior Citizens: no report Cemeteries: no report Water District: no report Highway. Roger Hile has requested a notice be put in Danby Area News warning residents to keep vehicles parked in their driveways during winter months. If Vehicles are left along roads, they will be ticketed by Sheriff's Department and towed away at the owner's expense. When roads are being cleared from excess snow, vehicles parked along roads hamper the highway crew. Mr. Hile also said he will resign as highway superintendent effective December 31. Supervisor Miller said she will consider his resignation when it is received in writing. Mr. Hile also reported the new mower has been received. Zoning: Written report was presented. Mr. Haskins reported 3 build- ing permits have been issued, two new homes and 1 house being rebuilt Planning Board: Donald Graham reported if public buildings do not meet fire and building code requirements, municipalities will be fined. There will be a hearing November 16 in Binghamton regarding fee schedule to be charged for those doing inspections. Mr. Graham reported the County Planning Board is presently reviewing 5 proposals for purchasing of Tompkins County Hospital. The County Planning Department will be making a recommendation to County Board of Representatives regarding Route 413 corridor, B1 or B2. At last planning board meeting the members voiced concern of town boards' feelings on the Zoning Ordinance. The ordinance is in need of upgrading and better understanding as to what is enforceable. There was discussion of fee schedule. Supervisor Miller felt the planning board should invite Gary Evans to their meeting to explain land use in regards to Zoning. A better under- standing of this is needed. Don Graham also voiced concern about the stream in his back yard, which received damage in the flood of 1981. He has discussed problem with Mr. Brian McKelvay from the County, who evaluates stream maintenance. Mr. McKelvay agrees the stream is in need of repair. There is money from the county to aid in the repair costs. Mr. Graham reminded the board that planning board will be losing one board member January 1, so replacement is needed. He questioned if town board could appoint a board member as a liason to planning board. Supervisor Miller needs board approval to re- appoint Herb Engman as Town of Danby representative on the Environmental Management Council for a term of two years to expire December 31, 1985. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilman Ted Merritt and carried by unanimous vote. Supervisor Miller reported Eva Musgrave is resigning as town of Danby representative to Tompkins County Youth Board, so a replacement is . needed. Board will look into a replacement. Supervisor Miller said a resolution is needed to renew Mita Copier contract for one year. RESOLUTION 429 RENEW MITA COPIER SERVICE CONTRACT $302.00 FOR 1984. Motion made by Councilperson Mary Oltz, seconded by Councilperson Sylvia Hiney. Town Board Meeting Minutes, Nov. 14, 1983 Roll Call Vote. Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye page 3 245 Supervisor Miller said a resolution is needed to add unpaid water bills to 1984 tax roll. RESOLUTION #30 ADD UNPAID WATER BILLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $29444.25 TO TAX ROLL FOR 19840 Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Council - person Mary Oltz. Roll Call Vote. Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye Supervisor Miller said a blanket bond for board members has been put to $50,000 each, and town clerk /tax collector for $150,000. - aye RESOLUTION #31 ALL TOWN EMPLOYEES BE BONDED UNDER A BLANKET BOND FOR $50,000 EACH IN LIEU OF THE $10,000 BOND NOW HELD. TOWN CLERK/ TAX COLLECTOR FOR $150,000. Effective January 1, 19840 Motion made by Supervisor Miller, seconded by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts. Roll Call Vote. Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye Supervisor Miller said a resolution is needed to withdraw $500 from the federal revenue sharing fund and deposit to General Fund Account A7620.4 to pay for Senior Citizen trip. RESOLUTION 432 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO WITHDRAW $500 FROM THE FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND AND DEPOSIT TO GENERAL FUND ACCOUNT A7620.4 TO PAY SWARTHOUT AND FERRIS BILL OF $8106 FOR SENIOR CITIZENS. Motion made by Councilperson Sylvia Hiney, seconded by Supervisor Mildred Miller. Roll Call Vote. Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye k6b Supervisor, said a resolution is needed to put the CHIPS money received �Vil in October in DR account for general maintenance. RESOLUTION 433 $5775.50 OF CHIPS MONEY RECEIVED IN OCTOBER BE USED IN DR ACCOUNT FOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE. ANY OTHER MONIES RECEIVED IN 1983 FOR CHIPS ARE TO BE USED FOR OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE AS NEEDED. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilperson Mary Oltz. 2415 Town Board Meeting Minutes, Nov. 14, 1983 Roll Call Vote: Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye page 4 Supervisor Miller reported the town board agreed to the following re- quests from the Highway Department for a new two year contract: 27(,� per hour increase in pay; uniforms (5 sets per man per week) at a cost of $4.50 per week per man for 6 men. 1 week additional paid vacation after 15 years of service. Highway department agreed to a clause stating that all persons who sit on any trial jury will turn their pay for such services.over to.the town. They will keep mileage and meal allowances for themselves. The above to be effective January 1, 1984. Effective January 1, 1985, all personnel will receive a 5% increase in salary. The town reserves the right to hire an additional part time man at any time as per existant contract.- RESOLUTION 434 APPROVE CONTRACT BETWEEN CSEA ( DANBY HIGHWAY UNIT) AND THE TOWN OF DANBY FOR 1984 AND 19859 Motion made by Supervisor Miller and seconded by Councilperson Sylvia Hiney. Roll Call Vote: Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye RESOLUTION #35 ADOPT PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR 1984. Motion made by Councilperson Mary Oltz,seconded by Supervisor Mildred Miller. Roll Call Vote: Hiney - aye Merritt - aye Oltz - aye Roberts - aye Miller - aye Councilman Ted Merritt made the motion to amend the tendent's salary from $16,660 to $18,000. Council person Mary Oltz felt this procedure should before anything is done. Supervisor Miller tabled the motion. highway superin- be looked into Councilperson Mary Oltz recommended the board members to see if salary increase is feasible as Mr. Hile has a full year. Councilman Ted Merritt on a monthly basis and has been in office* need more time not been employed Pointed out the highway bills have decreased the roads have greatly improved since Mr. Hile Supervisor Miller recommended a special meeting will 28 at 3:30 PM to discuss the matter further. Warrants: be held November General Fund 411 in the amount of $4031.25 was approved to be paid. Motion made by Councilperson Sylvia Hiney, seconded by Councilman Ted Merritt and carried by unanimous vote. Highway Fund 411 in the amount of $1952.14 was approved to be paid. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Council - person Mary Oltz and carried by unanimous vote. West Danby Water District Fund X611 in the amont of $293.04 was approved to be paid. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilperson Mary Oltz and carried by unanimous vote. Highway CHIPS Fund X611 in the amount of $8450.67 was approved to be paid. Motion made by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts, seconded by Councilperson Mary Oltz and carried by unanimous vote. n • Town Board Meeting Minutes, Nov. 14, 1983 page 5 �I Councilperson Sylvia Hiney made the motion, seconded by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts to accept the Supervisor's reports as presented. Carried by unanimous vote. Councilman Ted Merritt made the motion, seconded by Councilperson Dorothy Roberts to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 P.M. and unanimously carried. Res ctfully ubmitted, • Linda Fetherbay, clerk •