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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-01-07 January 7 , 1993 The regular meeting of the Enfield Town Board was called to order at 7 :30 pm with the following members present: Elected Officials: Other Officials: Supervisor Jean Owens Town Clerk Jean Scofield Councilman Pat Dougherty Historian M. Clyde Hubbell Councilman Robert Linton County Rep. Daniel Winch Councilman Linda VanNederynen Councilman Donald Lovelace PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE REPORTS COUNTY BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES County Board Representative reported that 1992 was a very difficult year for him being in public service„ primarily due the County budget cuts and still trying to provide services in Tompkins County. The new Tompkins County Airport, a controversial topic in the eyes of many people, will be buixt by the airlines using the terminal and a $3.00/ticket user fee. The County has received the signed contract for 1993 from U.S. Air. County Rep. Winch stated that all towns received a letter from Dryden Supervisor Schug regarding the County charge for indirect election expenses. The County feels that the towns should be charged for expenses. The Town of Enfield has received a charge of over $1 ,000 for 1992 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 1992 It was noted that the Planning Board appointment was Sue Webster not Sue Thompson. Councilman VanNederynen made a motion to accept the minutes with the correction. Councilman Dougherty seconded the motion. Motion carried. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Alice Linton asked about the 1993 HUD application. She felt that it was very important especially for the Senior Citizens of the town. Jim Hansen, County Planning commissioner, stated they will be following the same procedure as was done in Caroline for the HUD: grant application. He felt Enfield would be granted a $404 ,000 grant for approximately 25 homes. There is enough work in Enfield to make use of the grant. Karl Heck, Administrative Coordinator for the County Planning Board spoke about how applications are received. There was a possibility that data received from last year could be used for this year. The cost to the town of Enfield could be up to '$3,000 for the county -z- to do the grant application. The money spent by the town would be matched by the county. There was no cost to the town for last year's application. The county would like monetary &,saistance for preparation of the 2nd year application. COMMUNICATIONS Notice received from the Tompkins County 'Department of Health that they will no longer be issuing Open Burning Permits. The New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation will be issuing the permits. Letter received from the Middle Department Inspection Agency commissioner announcing the appointment of James Buck as the electrical inspector for the area. COMMITTEES/REPORTS CEMETERIES Supervisor Owens asked if there were any town board members who had any suggestions or topics to be discussed by the Cemeteries Committee to see her for referral . John Smith reported that Richard Wortman sent a check for $300 for the cemetery fund.. Roger Laue asked about the $150 ongoing care fee for cemetery plots previously reserved. The question was referred to the Cemeteries Committee. ENFIELD COMMUNITY COUNCIL It was reported that there was no meeting scheduled for December. The next meeting on January 28 they will have the election of officers. Pat Hanley has been appointed as the After School Director. The Enrichment Program will start in a couple of weeks. The Pre-school program still has a low enrollment. The Teen Program just purchased a ping pong table, computer, and air hockey table. The program has approximately 12 - 15 teens enrolled. ENFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT Greg Kirchgessner reported that the Fire Department has applied for a loan for 4 years to lease eleven air packs. The $4,500 loan would have an interest rate of 8%. The Fire Department is sponsoring 5 boy sco uts for the explorer program. The Not for Profit application still has not been completed. The dedication to Jake Smithers of the heavy rescue truck will be held in the Spring. -3- HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT Highway Supt . Ron Updike reported that the Public Service worker is cleaning the Town Hall , painting, and patching pot holes . James Dew hurt his hand on the job. Ron McFall broke his leg at home. Mr. Updike suggested the possibility o_f purchasing a wood chipper. There is a state contract for $14,000 for a 12" chipper. he felt that the town could use on considering the amount of brush being cut. There was a possibility that the town could offer a "Christmas Tree Chipping Day" if the chipper is purchased. There is money budgeted in the Equipment Reserve Account. TOWN HISTORIAN M. Clyde Hubbell reported that his annual report will be ready next month. Senator Randy Kuhl was here in the Enfield Town Hall on December 14 for a town meeting. The roam was a mess and the building was not unlocked. Councilman Lovelace stated that the Town Hall and the Community Building should be more secure. Doors should have latch guards installed. It was suggested that there should be someone in charge of opening the building' and making sure everything is in order. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE The Final Draft of the Employee Manual is done: They hope to have the final draft next month. RECORDS INVENTORY GRANT Virginia. Bryant spoke regarding the grant application. She had learned that she would need to apply in steps. The grant is being applied for Records Inventory Schedule. She did not feel that we would qualify for a large portion of money,. Town Clerk Jean Scofield suggested purchasing a used paper shredder. She knew of one available for $50 . Councilman Lovelace made a motion to authorize Jean Scofield to offer $50 for the purchase of a used paper shredder. Councilman VanNederynen seconded the motion. Motion carried. The Town Board, endorsed Virginia Bryant for her work on the grant application. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE The house numbering was referred to Building & Code Enforcement Officer Roger Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey is opposed to numbering houses. Councilman VanNederynen suggested that long-term planning for house numbers should be referred to the Planning Board. Supervisor Owens felt that house numbering should be referred to Public Safety -4- Committee because of the representation of various departments of the committee. HUD Councilman Linton made a motion to authorize the Supervisor to enter into an contract with the County for up to $3,000 for a small cities HUD grant application. Councilman Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. Councilman Dougherty apposed. Councilman Lovelace noted that the Community Building is still not handicapped accessible. PLANNING BOARD The secretary delivered to Supervisor Owens an updated draft of the Mobile Home Park Ordinance. Changes were as follows: The number of mobile homes in an "existing Mobile Home Park" was changed from 3 to 7 . The number of mobile homes defined as a "new mobile home park" was changed from 3 to 4. Duplicate definitions in the original text were stricken. The definition of a "mobile home park operator" was completed, having been partly omitted in the original text . The fee for mobile home park license was changed to $100 plus $10 for each mobile home. The Public Hearing was scheduled for January 13, 1993 at 7:30pm in the Community Building. BILLS Councilman Linton made a motion to pay General Fund Warrant 1-93 for $23,600 .15 and Highway Fund Warrant 1-93 for $2,856.06. Councilman Dougherty seconded the motion. Motion carried. ORGANIZATIONAL RESOLUTIONS FOR 1993 Councilman Linton made a motion to adopt the 1993 Organization Resolutions as they stand corrected. Councilman Dougherty seconded the motion. Motion carried. (Copy of Organizational Resolutions attached. ) UNFINISHED BUSINESS ELECTION EXPENSE CHARGES Councilman Linton made a motion to authorize the Supervisor to act in sympathy with the Town of Dryden Supervisor James Schug . Councilman Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. HAEF£LE TV Supervisor Owens said she is trying to have Haefele do a free drop for cable TV for the Community Building and the Highway Department. NEW BUSINESS PLANNING BOARD APPOINTMENT Applications were received for the vacant Planning Board position from Herb Masser, Virginia Bryant , William Mather, and Gene Endres. Councilman Linton made a motion to appoint Gene Endres to the Planning Board for a term of 7 years. Councilman Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. TOMPKINS COUNTY YOUTH BOARD Councilman VanNederynen made a motion to appoint Judy Paskin to the Tompkins County Youth Board for a three year term. Councilman. Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION DISCLOSURE A letter was received from George LaPave, Assistant Assessor, regarding "Duties of Officers to Furnish Information" . The County charter states that a report should be submitted not less frequently than once a month. The Town Board censuses was to submit reports in a timely fashion. LORRAINE BARD - HEALTH INSURANCE Councilman Linton made a motion to allow Lorraine Bard to buy into the town's health insurance covereage. Councilman VanNederynen seconded the motion. Motion carried. ANNUAL AUDIT MEETING Councilman VanNederynen made a motion to hold the Annual Audit Meeting at 7 : 30 pm in the Town Hall . Councilman Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. TRANSFERS Councilman Linton made a motion to authorise the Supervisor to make the necessary transfers to balance the accounts for 1992 . Councilman Lovelace seconded the motion. Motion carried. GENERAL FUND WARRANT ADMENDMENT Councilman VanNederynen made a motion to amend the the General Fund Warrant to add Sprague Insurance Co. for $3,404.75. Councilman Linton seconded the motion. Motion carried. Councilman Lovelace made a motion to adjourn. Councilman VanNederynen seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:50 pm. Respectfully submitted, Jean Scofield, Town Clerk