HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-12-18 Regular Meeting
Town of Enfield
Regular Town Board Meeting and Public Hearings
Enfield Community Building
Wednesday, December12, 2018
6:30 p.m.
Present: Town Supervisor Beth McGee, Town Councilperson Virginia Bryant, Town Councilperson Mimi
Mehaffey, Town Councilperson Becky Sims, Town Clerk Alice Linton. Excused: Town Councilperson
Mike Carpenter.
Public Hearing on Moratorium Extension:
Supervisor McGee opened the public hearing at 6:38 p.m. Town Clerk Linton read the legal notice that was
published in the Ithaca Journal.
Marcus Gingerich of Enfield spoke in favor of the moratorium extension. He feels the process is more
involved and taking longer than expected.
No one else wished to speak. Supervisor McGee closed the public hearing at 6:40 p.m.
Public Hearing on 2018-2020 Fire Contract:
Supervisor McGee opened the public hearing at 6:40 p.m. Town Clerk Linton read the legal notice that was
published in the Ithaca Journal. Supervisor McGee stated there was a lot of work and time put into this
contract and she appreciated working with the Enfield Volunteer Fire Company (EVFC) on this. There was
good communication and a positive working relationship was developed.
Ann Rider of Enfield asked what amount was paid to the EVFC in 2018. Supervisor McGee stated there was
no change from the 2017 amount as no new contract was successfully negotiated.
No one else wished to speak. Supervisor McGee closed the public hearing at 6:43 p.m.
Town Clerk Linton lead the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag at 6:44 p.m.
Additions and Removals from the Agenda: Supervisor McGee asked if anyone would like an item added
to or removed from the agenda. She added one budget amendment under the Consent Agenda, discussion of
a heat pump for town hall, property maintenance and discussion of the beautification grant.
Privilege of the Floor: Julie Schroeder of Enfield commended Councilperson Sims on her work with the
Cayuga Lake Watershed and HABs monitoring.
Correspondence: Notice from Haefele TV of an increase in cable fees for Enfield residents. Supervisor
McGee is looking into beginning negotiations for a new franchise agreement, which can begin 36 months
before the current agreement expires.
Monthly Reports:
County Legislator Report: No report.
Highway Superintendent's Report: No report.
Planning Board Report: No report
Code Enforcement Officer's Report: Alan Teeter, Code Officer, reported he issued 2 building permits in
November and December, which brings this year’s total to 47, which is down from the past few years. He
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will work with Williamson Law to update his Code Enforcement program to include fees for each project ,
so that information can be readily available to the Town Board. He received a call regarding a small-scale
wind turbine on East Enfield Center Road which will be under 100’, so will not require site plan review. A
formal complaint was received about a property on Halseyville Road. Councilperson Mehaffey asked that
the complaint procedure be followed through as the first steps to resolve the problem have not been
successful. Alan stated he would issue a letter to remedy the violations as soon as he returns from vacation
the first week of January.
Enfield Volunteer Fire Company: Alan Teeter, 2nd Assistant Chief, reported there were 34 calls in
November. There were 18 EMS calls, 6 service calls, 5 fire alarms, 3 MVAs and 2 mutual aid calls to
Trumansburg. The next officer’s meeting will be held January 7 and a blood drive will be held January 15,
2019.
Town Clerk's Report: Alice Linton, Town Clerk, reported on the town clerk conference she recently
attended. A representative from the Office of the State Comptroller spoke about “The Audit and Town
Board Minutes” and “Board Audit of the Town Clerk”. Minutes should give a clear picture of decisions
being made, results of motions, and public comments. During audits, the Town Board should be aware of
their responsibilities and objectives, know what books and records should be maintained, communicate with
department heads, talk to employees, and walk the spaces.
Supervisor McGee suggested during the annual audit that the Town Board should see where the Town
Justice and Town Bookkeeper work, in addition to the Town Clerk.
Supervisor's Report: Supervisor McGee reported she prepared and held a Town Board meeting;
communicated with Attorney Krogh on all issues directed by the Town Board; prepared for 2 public
hearings; cleaned Community Building once; prepared Health Insurance communications; facilitated a
Health Insurance enrollment meeting for Retirees, Comprehensive Plan meeting, and Comprehensive Plan
data and graphics preparation; researched encumbrances and end of year bookkeeping procedures;
researched town signage possibilities; attended Workplace Violence trainings in Dryden; presented
Workplace Violence, Blood Born Pathogens, Right to Know trainings to boards and appointees; met with
bookkeeper to prepare end of year bookkeeping; met with ECC reps regarding a winter event in Enfield;
worked with Norm Smith to coordinate the Community Building bathroom installation; researched furniture
possibilities for the Community Building; communicated with law enforcement regarding Highway Dept.
break in; negotiated a no-deductible payout for the insurance reimbursement on Highway break in;
developed tax bill insert.
Committee Reports:
Enfield Community Council (ECC): Ann Rider presented information on teen programing – all programs
are full at this time with a waiting list. The ECC and Town are working to develop a program in February for
residents. The ECC is working to modernize their By-Laws and plan to meet every other month in 2019. The
basketball program will be starting soon at Enfield Elementary School.
Supervisor McGee added the February program is being planned as a winter fun event that will include
winter games, a bonfire and food. A square dance may also be held in conjunction with the program.
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant, to support this event and use Town
facilities in reasonable ways, along with asking the EVFC to light and extinguish the bonfire, giving them an
opportunity to talk about fire safety and bonfires.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
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Councilperson Mehaffey asked about summer camp fees and if they automatically went up each year. It
appears from financial records the camp was in the red about $16,000 in 2018. She suggested the fee could
be higher for non-residents. Ms. Rider stated they do not always go up every year, but they do differentiate
between residents and non-residents. Councilperson Sims stated it would be helpful to have statistics on how
many residents and non-residents have attended over the past few years.
Health Insurance Consortium: Ann Rider reported the Consortium has added more members over the last
few months. A new website is up and running and she encouraged members to check it out. In January, a
new service will be added – telemedicine – where members can call and talk to a doctor.
Cayuga Lake Watershed: Councilperson Sims reported they continue to focus on a Department of State
grant which is becoming available. Municipalities are being asked to complete a survey on water quality
issues. Results will be in a January report. The plan is to see what’s happening and identify ways to
cooperate and coordinate.
Recreation Partnership: Councilperson Mehaffey stated the group is working to revise their By-Laws.
They are looking at ways to measure performance. Councilperson Mehaffey has questioned if the youth who
participate are on the poor or high end and is looking into understanding how to get more participation.
Comprehensive Plan Writing Committee: Supervisor McGee reported the Committee has committed to
having a draft ready by December 15. They are getting final charts and phots in order.
Finance Committee: Supervisor McGee reported the Committee is looking at January dates to meet.
Cemetery Committee: Supervisor McGee reported the Committee met in October. The Committee did an
on-site mapping of Christian Cemetery.
Beautification Committee: Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to authorize
the supervisor to apply for the annual beautification grant with matching funds from the County. Included
will be the new town sign by Town Hall, new planters in front of Town Hall and possibly other signage.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Consent Agenda: Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Sims to approve the Consent
Agenda as follows:
Audit Claims: The Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to pay:
General Fund Vouchers #269 to 298 dated December 12, 2018 in the amount of $19,726.45 and
Highway Fund Vouchers #249 to 268 dated December 12, 2018 in the amount of $43,048.67.
Approval of Minutes of November 14, 2018 Regular Meeting
Budget Amendment #2018-18 Encumber Funds for Comprehensive Planner Contract Extension
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield contracted services with Planner, Matthew Johnston, for Comprehensive
Plan Review, and;
WHEREAS, funds budgeted for this contract remain and the contract will continue into 2019, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Enfield encumber remaining funds from the 2018 budget in the amount of
$3,000.00 from line A8020.1, “Planner- Personnel Services”, for the continued contract payment of Planner,
Matthew Johnston, for Comprehensive Plan review through June 2019.
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Budget Amendment #2018-19 Encumber Funds for Outstanding Bills for 2018
Be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Enfield encumber funds necessary for the payment of outstanding
financial obligations of 2018, heretofore approved, and appropriations be adjusted to cover those
expenditures until paid in full.
Budget Amendment #2018-20 Move Funds for Historian Expenditures
WHEREAS contractual expenses have exceeded the amount budgeted, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to decrease line A7510.2, “Historian-
Equipment” by $50.01 and increase line A7510.4, “Historian-Contractual” by $50.01.
Budget Amendment #2018-21 Move Funds for General Fund Health Insurance Expenditures
WHEREAS, expenditures for General Fund- Employee Benefits- Health Insurance have exceeded the
budgeted amount, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to decrease General Fund Employee Benefit lines
A9050.8, “Unemployment” by $1,200.00, and A9040.8, “Worker’s Comp” by $561.44, and increase
Employee Benefits line A9060.81, “Medical Insurance” by $1,761.44.
Budget Amendment #2018-22 Encumber Funds for Outstanding Improvement Projects for
Enfield Facilities
Be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Enfield encumber remaining funds in the amount of $12,000.00 from
line A1620.4, “Building-Contractual”, for the following expenditures related to Enfield facilities
improvements:
• Community Building bathroom installation
• Community Building furniture purchase
• Town Hall heating appliances
Budget Amendment #2018-23 Encumber Funds for Outstanding Sign Purchases for Enfield
Signage Improvements
Be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Enfield encumber remaining funds in the amount of $1,500.00 from
line A3310.4, “Traffic Control-Contractual”, for expenditures related to Enfield signage improvements.
Budget Amendment #2018-24 Move Funds for Highway Insurance Expenditures
WHEREAS, expenditures for Highway Employee and Retiree health insurance benefits have exceeded the
amount budgeted for 2018, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to decrease Highway- Employee Benefit
lines DA9010.8, “State Retirement” by $917.10, DA9040.8, “Worker’s Comp” by $2,311.63, DA9050.8,
“Unemployment INS” by $1,212.20, DA9055.8, “Disability”, by $231.80, and DA5110.4, “General Repairs-
Contractual”, by $3,535.10, and increase line DA9060.81, “Employee Benefits- Medical Insurance” by
$8,307.83.
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Budget Amendment #2018-25 Move Funds for Highway Equipment Repairs
WHEREAS, expenditures for Highway Equipment Repairs have exceeded the amount budgeted for 2018,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to decrease General Repair Contractual,
DA5110.4 by $11,900.00 and Highway Brush Weed Contractual, DA5140.4 by $500, and increase
DA5130.4 by $12,400.00.
Budget Amendment #2018-26 Move Funds for Snow Removal – Contractual
WHEREAS, expenditures for Highway Snow Removal – Contractual have exceeded the amount budgeted
for 2018, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to decrease Bridge Contractual, DA5120.4
by $2,500.00 and increase Snow Removal – Contractual DA5142.4 by $2,500.00.
Budget Amendment #2018-27 Move Funds for Employee Property Insurance Reimbursement
WHEREAS, expenditures for insurance reimbursement has exceeded the amount budgeted, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to decrease line A1990.4, “General Fund-
Special Items-Contingent” by $12.63, and increase line A1910.4, “Special Items-Unallocated Insurance” by
$12.63.
RESOLUTION #2018-52 Planning Secretary Duties
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield Planning Board requires a secretary for minute taking, and;
WHEREAS, the Deputy Town Clerk position salary has been increased to include these duties, therefore be
it
RESOLVED, the duties of Planning Board Secretary will hereby fall under the purview of, and be delegated
by, the Enfield Town Clerk, and further
RESOLOVED, all minutes will be provided for the Public upon adoption by the Planning Board.
RESOLUTION – #2018 -53 Authorizing the Supervisor to Renew Insurance Policy with Sprague
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield has participated in insurance coverage with Sprague Insurance, and;
WHEREAS, the Town Board would like to continue receiving services from Sprague through 2019,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to renew the insurance policy with Sprague
for 2019.
Resolution #2018-54 Appointment of Delegates to NYS Association of Towns Annual Meeting
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield is a member of the Association of Towns of the State of New York, and;
WHEREAS, the Annual Business Session is being held on February 20, 2019, and;
WHEREAS, Supervisor Beth McGee and Councilperson Mehaffey will attend the Association of Towns
Annual Meeting, now be it;
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RESOLVED that Supervisor Beth McGee be duly designated as the Town of Enfield delegate and
Councilperson Mehaffey as alternate in the absence of Supervisor Beth McGee, to the NYS Association of
Towns Annual Meeting on February 20, 2019 and to cast the vote for the Town of Enfield, pursuant to
Section 6 of Article III of the Constitution and Bylaws of said Association.
RESOLUTION #2018-55 Authorizing Supervisor to sign Contract Extension for Planner
Matthew Johnston
WHEREAS the Town of Enfield contracted with Matthew Johnston for review services for the
Comprehensive Plan, and;
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield wishes to continue utilizing his services until the Plan is complete,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to sign a contract extending these services through
June of 2019.
Vote on Consent Agenda: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson
Sims aye, Supervisor McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Old Business:
Community Building Renovation: Supervisor McGee met with Norm Smith who is well underway on the
downstairs Community Building bathroom installation. Supervisor McGee hopes to have conversations once
this project is completed on how the bathroom will be utilized. The utility sink should be used for cleaning
the downstairs, and she will revisit the responsibilities of the food pantry. She has researched tables for the
downstairs area.
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to purchase 8 white tables at $149 each
from the Home Depot.
Discussion: These tables will fold flat so will be easy to store when not in use.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Clean Energy Communities Grant: Supervisor McGee stated there has been some concern about the time
line for payment that may prohibit some smaller businesses from taking advantage of this grant. She would
like NYSERDA to abide by the process that was in place when the grant was applied for. She will prepare a
letter to let NYSERDA know this and leave it at the Town Hall for board members to stop in and sign.
Councilperson Mehaffey moved, with a second by Councilperson Sims, to authorize the supervisor to sign a
contract to begin the process of moving ahead with the grant.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Moratorium Extension: Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to adopt
Resolution #2018-56.
Resolution #2018-56 ADOPTING LOCAL LAW #3-2018 - EXTENDING TOWN OF ENFIELD
MORATORIUM ON COMMERCIAL WIND AND SOLAR ENERGY
FACILITIES
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WHERAS, the Town of Enfield (the “Town”), under the laws of New York State, desires to maintain its
long tradition of protecting the health, safety, general welfare, property, and environment within its borders;
and
WHEREAS, the Governing Board recognizes that regulations that oversee commercial renewable energy
development are either non-existent or insufficient to provide for the promotion and protection of public
health, safety, general welfare, property and environment in the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town has participated in a rigorous exploration of public concerns through open public
forums and comment periods addressing renewable energy development and the creation of a Wind
Advisory Committee, all of which have resulted in a determined need and now declared desire to review,
analyze, and update current regulatory oversight protocols for these activities; and
WHEREAS, New York statutes are not sufficient to protect the health, safety and well-being of Town
residents, and over decades, starting with the New York Constitution, and continuing with the Statute of
Local Governments and the Municipal Home Rule Law, New York has recognized that New York is a
geographically and geologically diverse state, such that local regulation of local environments and land use
and development is a hallmark of New York State law; and
WHEREAS, New York State Home Rule law grants the Town broad powers to adopt procedures and local
laws to promote and protect the public health, safety, general welfare, property, and environment in the
Town in order to protect against adverse risks and impacts of development; and
WHEREAS, moratoria are “Type II Actions” under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)
regulations (see, 6NYCRR section 617.5(c)(30)), and it is hereby determined that this proposed action—the
adoption of a local law to extend a land use moratorium concerning certain alternative energy facilities—
does not require further environmental impact review, a determination of significance, or the preparation of
any other SEQRA documents; and
WHEREAS, a proposed final draft of such law was duly presented to the Town Board by Councilperson
Carpenter, on November 14, 2018, and a public hearing for the proposed local law duly was held on
December 12, 2018, at 6:30 PM, whereat all comments and evidence were duly received and considered, and
the proposed local law has not substantially changed such that no additional public hearings are required;
and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning has reviewed the proposed local law pursuant
to General Municipal Law (“GML”) § 239-l, et seq., which has determined that it has no negative inter-
community, or county-wide impacts and suggests the Town refer to the County’s manual Tools to Promote
and Regulate the Development of Renewable Energy Systems as we proceed, and this Resolution shall
suffice as a reply to said § 239 recommendations; and
WHEREAS, upon consideration of all of the foregoing, all of which shall be and be deemed a material part
of this resolution, and upon due deliberation hereupon, the Town Board of Enfield adopts the following
resolutions; so now therefore it be
RESOLVED: that the Town Board of the Town of Enfield hereby enacts, adopts and approves this local
law #3 of 2018 in the form as presented to this meeting and further extends the moratorium through August
31, 2019; and further be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk file this Local Law with the Attorney for the Town of Enfield and the
New York Department of State.
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Discussion: Supervisor McGee stated this law was being passed to allow more time to finish local laws on
large scale solar and wind farms.
Councilperson Sims noted this was the second extension and asked what if the town laws aren’t passed by
this deadline – will there be another extension? She feels this is not the purpose of the moratorium and wants
to be sure there is intent to meet this deadline.
Supervisor McGee stated when the moratorium was first proposed, it was defendable, and even 18 months
was reasonable. She is not willing, however, to extend beyond the August 31, 2019 date. She asked for a
commitment to have the draft solar law ready for Town Board review by December 20. It will then be sent
to Town Attorney Guy Krogh for further review.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Fire Contract:
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to adopt Resolution #2018-57.
RESOLUTION #2018-57 Approval of 2018-2020 Town of Enfield Fire Protection Contract
WHEREAS, pursuant to public hearings duly scheduled and held and approvals of extension agreements
duly issued by the Town Board; and
WHEREAS, the Enfield Volunteer Fire Company and the Town have come to final agreement as to the
terms of the fire contract, the form of which was presented to this meeting; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly called upon the approval of such contract per the requirements of
Town Law, and all persons speaking thereat or desiring to present evidence were duly heard, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the 2018-2020 Town of Enfield Fire Protection Contract be and hereby is approved, and
the Town Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to sign the same for, by, on behalf of, and in the name of
the Town of Enfield.
Discussion: Supervisor McGee stated she feels this contract will provide better reporting to the Town and
provide more transparency. It will strengthen the EVFC and Town Board’s relationship. The town attorney
and fire department attorney had conversations to help understand that the needs were not about old
conflicts. Reporting will help the Town and Fire Department meet their legal obligations as stewards of
public funds. Councilperson Mehaffey stated the EVFC’s attorney, Mark Butler, was positive and
encouraged the fire department.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
New Business:
Tax Bill Notice:
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Sims to adopt Resolution #2018-58.
RESOLUTION #2018-58 Authorizing an Information Notice to be Sent with Tax Bills
WHEREAS, New York State allows for certain notices to be sent to property owners with their tax bills by
resolution by the Town Board, and;
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WHEREAS, the Town would like to utilize this method of informing residents of permits, fees, budget and
contact information, and;
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed the notice and approves of its content with a few minor changes,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to prepare a notice with this information to include
with the tax bills sent to residents in December of 2018 and use Town funds to have the notice copied and
folded.
Discussion: Supervisor McGee feels this would be a good opportunity to spread the word about the Town
website and the town budget. There is money available to have the letters printed and folded.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Sexual Harassment Policy/Procedure:
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to adopt Resolution #2018-59.
RESOLUTION #2018-59 Adoption of 2018 Sexual Harassment Policy and Complaint Form
WHEREAS New York State has updated requirements for Sexual Harassment policies and procedures for
employers within the State, and;
WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield has explored various policies and determined that a policy based on the
New York State model policy is appropriate for our needs, therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town of Enfield hereby adopts a new Sexual Harassment policy and Complaint Form
prepared by Attorney Guy Krogh, with changes made, to replace policy #904- Sexual Harassment, in the
Town of Enfield Employee Handbook, effective immediately.
Discussion: It was agreed to change the language in the Policy under “Complaints and Investigations of
Sexual Harassment, third paragraph, to read “Upon receipt of complaint, the Town Supervisor will present
the complaint to the Threat Assessment Team, who will conduct an immediate review of the allegations and
take any interim actions, as appropriate. If the complaint is oral, the complainant will be encouraged to
complete the “Complaint Form” in writing. If he or she refuses, the Town Supervisor will prepare (or cause
to be prepared) a Complaint Form based on the oral reporting.”
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to adopt Resolution #2018-60.
Resolution #2018-60 Threat Assessment Committee
WHEREAS a Threat Assessment Committee is needed to investigate complaint of Sexual Harassment and
other threat assessments, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, a Threat Assessment Committee will be formed consisting of the Town Supervisor, one
Town Board member and the Town Justice to address Town of Enfield sexual harassment complaints and
other threat assessments as determined by the Town Board.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
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Planning Board Vacancies: Supervisor McGee announced there are openings on the Enfield Planning
Board for one member and two alternates. Anyone interested in these positions should send a letter of
interest to the Enfield Town Clerk.
Encumbrance of Funds for 2018 Budget: Supervisor McGee reported funds could be put in reserves for a
specific purpose, but otherwise they don’t need to be encumbered. Justice Poole has expressed her
willingness to do energy improvements with her JCAP grant funds. The 5 decorative street lights will be
converted to LED by Norm Smith at a cost of approximately $200. Several options are available for a heat
pump at Town Hall, but there was concern about service once installed. Service arrangements would need to
be made soon after installation.
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Mehaffey to accept the Fujitsu heat pump
installation proposal at Town Hall from Upstate Energy Solutions, LLC and to have Councilperson
Carpenter arrange for the installation.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Supervisor McGee moved, with a second by Councilperson Bryant to adopt Resolution #2018-61.
RESOLUTION #2018-61 Authorizing the Supervisor Authority to Proceed as Facility Manager
WHEREAS, the New York Town Law Section 64 directs that the Town Board shall have the management,
custody, and control of all town lands, buildings and property of the town and keep them in good repair,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, the Town Board appoints Town Supervisor, Beth McGee, the Facility Manager to oversee
such management and repair, and further
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to make purchases for products and services
for such maintenance and repair under $1,000.00 without prior Town Board input, as afforded by the Town
of Enfield Procurement Policy, and further
RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to make decisions regarding building
maintenance and repair in the best interest of the town without prior Town Board approval.
Vote: Councilperson Bryant aye, Councilperson Mehaffey aye, Councilperson Sims aye, Supervisor
McGee aye, Councilperson Carpenter excused. Carried.
Set Audit Meeting and Special Meeting Dates for Final Bills/Amendments: January 15, 2019 at 6:00
p.m. was set as the audit meeting.
Privilege of the Floor: Marcus Gingerich expressed his view that the moratorium is in place for two
different laws, not just one, so it is taking longer to prepare them.
Announcements: Supervisor McGee announced the Route 327 bridge is now open.
Adjournment: Supervisor McGee adjourned the meeting at 10:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Alice M. Linton, RMC
Enfield Town Clerk