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Home My WebLink About1981-08-1126 AUDIT RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Mr. Hilliard: Continued Lansing July 14, 1981 Emmick, Regular Session who moved its adoption, seconded by RESOLVED, that General Fund bills #265 through #322 totalling $31,657.34 and Highway Fund bills #165 through #195 totalling $56,460.03 be and the same are hereby approved for payment, and be it further RESOLVED, that Water District #2 bills be and the same are hereby approved for payment. Vote of Town Vote of Town Vote of Town Vote of Town Vote of Town Supervisor Munson that for non - community a base fee of $50.00 pl the Town Hall Annex. Board . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Board . . . . (Aye) Bert Hilliard, Councilman Board . . . . (Aye) Margaret McElwee, Councilwoman Board . . . . (Aye) George Stevens, Councilman Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor stated that the Town Hall Annex Commission had recommended sponsored uses, such as wedding receptions, reunions etc., us $25.00 for kitchen privileges, be charged for.use of RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Hilliard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLVED, that this meeting be adjourned day to day on the call of the Supervisor until the next Regular Meeting of August 11, 19818 Carried August 11, 1981 The Lansing Town Board met in Regular Session at the Lansing Town Hall on August 11, 1981 at 8:00 P.M. with Television Supervisor Munson presiding. Television Philip Munson Louis Emmick Bert Hilliard Margaret McElwee George Stevens Lloyd Sharpsteen Robert Williamson Jane Bush Horky ROLL CALL Supervisor Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Highway Superintendent Town Attorney Town Clerk Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Visitors: Town Historian Louise Bement and Patricia Amato. The Supervisor called the meeting to order having the clerk take the Roll Call. Ms. Amato appeared before the board requesting assistance in appealing a television cable installation fee in the amount of $292.00 quoted by Ceracche Television Division of American Television and Communications Cor- poration. Ms. Amato felt this was an extortionate fee and requested the Town Board inquire into the matter. Discussion held by the board. Councilman Emmick, Liaison Officer for TV Franchise, will bring this grievance to the TV Cable Commission and report back. Lansing Town Historian, Louise P. Bement, gave a very informative report on the duties and functions of a Town Historian. Ms. Bement presented books "Anecdotes of Old Ludlowville" and "Landmarks of Lansing" which she has edited and produced. Ms. Bement has written a book " Ludlowville until the turn of the Century" which she requested be printed. Councilman George Stevens to check printing costs. Highway Supt. Sharpsteen requested a 4 Way Stop Sign be installed at the intersection of Hillcrest & Triphammer Terrace. RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Munson: RESOLVED, that a 4 Way Stop Sign be installed at the intersection of Hillcrest Road and Triphammer Terrace. Discussion followed and it was Moved by Mr. Emmick, seconded by Mr. Hilliard, That the resolution be Tabled and the Sheriff's Dept, be requested to patrol the intersection. Motion to Table adopted. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLVED, that the Towin Highway Supt. be authorized to attend the Annual Meeting of NYS Association of Town Superintendents at Kutscher's, Monticello, N.Y. on Sept. 15 -18, 1981 and that necessary expenses be a town charge. Carried (continued) r E Continued August 11, 1981 27 Highway Supt. Sharpsteen and the board discussed the need for driver's for the Lansing Older Adults bus. Scheduling of bus runs was also discussed. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Hilliard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLUTION AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION ADOPTED JULY 14, 1981 RE: LEAD AGENCY - FEDERAL GRANT - WATER RESOLVED, that the resolution adopted by the Town Board on July 14, 1981 indicating the Town would be ready, willing and able to serve as Lead Agency for Phase 2 of the Appalachin Regional Commission /Farmers Home Administration Planned Project as well as for Phase 1, if necessary, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute all applications and documents required to serve as the Lead Agency for Phase 2 and Phase 1, if necessary, of the projects. Unanimously adopted ® RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLUTION RESOLUTION Authorizing the Filing of an Application for a Federal and State Grant for the Construction of Necessary Sewage Treatment Works, Under the Appropriate Laws of New York State and the United States of America. WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing herein called the "Applicant," after thorough consideration of the various aspects of the problem and study of available data, has hereby determined that the construction of certain works, required for the treatment of sewage, generally described as Municipal Water Quality Improvement Project, Step 1 - Project Facility Plan for Southern Portion of the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County New York - North of the Village of Lansing and identified as Project Number C -36- 1282, herein called the "Project" is desirable and in the public interest, and -to that end it is necessary that action preliminary to the construction of said Project be taken immediately; and WHEREAS, under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as Amended, the United Statesof America has authorized the making of grants to aid in fnancing the cost of construction of necessary treatment works to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated sewage or other waste into any waters and for the purpose of reports, plans, and specifications in connection therewith; and WHEREAS, Chapter 659 of the Laws of 1972 of the State of New York provide financial aid for the construction of Water Quality Improvement Projects; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has examined and duly considered the Water Pollution Control Act, as Amended and Chapter 659 of the Laws of 1972 of the State of New York and the applicant deems it to be in the public interest and benefit to file an application under these laws and to authorize in connection therewith; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY The Town Board of the Town of Lansing 1. That the filing of application in the form required by the State of New York and the United States and in conformity with the Water Pollution Control Act, As Amended and Chapter 659 of the Laws of 1972 of the State of New York is hereby.authorized including all understandings and assurances contained in said applications. 2. That Philip Munson, Town Supervisor is directed and authorized as the official representative of the applicant to act in connection with the applications and to provide such additional information as may be required; 3. That, for the purposes of New York State Finance Law, Philip-Munson, Town Supervisor be designated as Fiscal Officer of said Applicant to receive and distribute funds as the authorized Fiscal Officer of the Applicant in • connection with said Project; 4. That the Applicant agrees that it will fund its portion of the cost of said Water Quality Improvement Project; 5. That five (5) certified copies of this Resolution be prepared and sent to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Albany, New York together with the Federal and State Application; 6. That this Resolution take effect immediately. Unanimously adopted RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing (hereinafter called public body) desires to obtain financial assistance from the Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, pursuant to Section 310B of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act, for the purpose of providing Water Supply System Improve- ments for Fi e Safety and Industrial Site Improvements, (herein referred to as the facility and as a condition to and in consideration of receiving financial assistance from the Farmers Home Administration this resolution is being adopted. continued 2 Continued August 11, 1981 Therefore, in consideration of the premises the public body agrees as follows: 1. No private business enterprises shall be allowed to use or occupy the facilities if such use or occupancy would be calculated to or is likely to result in the transfer from one area to another of any employment or business activity provided by operations of the private business enter- prises but this limitation shall not be construed to prohibit use and enjoyment of the facility by such private business enterprises in the case of an expansion of existing business entity through the establish- ment of a new branch, affiliate, or subsidiary if the establishment of such branch, affiliate, or subsidary will not result in the increase in unemployment in the area of original location or in any other area where such entity conducts business operations unless there is reason to be- lieve that such branch, affiliate or subsidiary is being established with the intention of closing down the operations of the existing busin- ess entity in the area of its original location or in any other area where it conducts such operations. 2. No private business enterprises shall be allowed to use or occupy the facilities if such use or occupancy would be calculated to or is likely to result in an increase in the production of goods, materials, or commodities, or the availability of services or facilities in the area, where there is not sufficient demand for such goods, materials, commod- ities, services, or facilities, to employ the efficient capacity of existing competitive commercial or industrial enterprises, unless such financial or other assistance will not have an adverse affect upon existing competitive enterprises in the area. 3. Prior to allowing the use or occupancy of the facilities by any private business enterprise, the public body shall clear such use or occupancy with the Manpower Administration, Department of Labor, Washington, D.C., by submitting information required by the Department of Labor for certification under the Act. The public body agrees to make no final commitment with any private business enterprise regarding such use or occupancy if the Department of Labor issues a negative certification under the Act. The public body shall obtain prior clearance in this matter for a period of three years after the date of an affirmative certification by the Department of Labor on the appli- cation for financial assistance now pending before the Farmers Home Administration. This resolution shall be in force and effect immediately. The voting was yeas 5, nays 0, absent 0. Unanimously adopted Norman D. Stanton, Ordinance Officer, submitted his monthly report which was read and reviewed by the board. Letter received from the Lansing Senior Citizens acknowledging and express- ing their sincere thanks for the $2,000.00 check presented to them by the Town. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mrs. McElwee: RESOLVED, that the Certifi $1.00 to $3.00 making the total said increase to be effective i Councilman George Stevens Recreation Commission and the C fill the unexpired term of Lori resolution offered: cate of Marriage Registration be increased from fee for issuing a marriage license to $8.00, mmediately. Unanimously adopted stated that Lori French had resigned from the ommission had recommended Victor Mancini to French. Discussion by the board, following RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: .RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Lansing Recreation Commission, that Victor Mancini be appointed to the Lansing Recreation Commission to fill the unexpired term of Lori French, said term expiring Dec. 31, 19830 Unanimously adopted Town Board Members reviewed and discussed a proposed "Joint Resolution.of Agreement Between the Village and the Town of Lansing on Water Supply Improvements inthe Warren Road. Area;" following resolution then offered: RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens,* who moved its adoption, seconded by Mrs. McElwee: JOINT RESOLUTION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE AND THE TOWN OF LANSING ON WATER SUPPLY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE WARREN ROAD AREA WHEREAS, it is mutually understood that there is a need for improvement of the public water supply system serving the Warren Road area to meet both present and future water demands of the Airport Area Industrial /Research Park, the County Airport, and other community activities, including adequate water for fire fight- ing purposes, and (continued) . C Continued August 11, 1981 ' ��1 LArM WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing does desire at this time to form Water Supply Districts integrated with the South Cayuga Lake Water Supply Commission, herein referred to as the Bolton Point Commission, in order to provide a basic water supply district from which special improvement districts may be formed from time to time to serve various parts of the Town, and WHEREAS, in order to qualify for the proposed ARC /FHA grant funds for the project, it is necessary to: (1) Provide an additional reservoir with a capacity of at about 1.0 million gallons (with associated appurtenances) interconnected to the Warren Road system of the Village of Lansing at the north boundary of said Village at an elevation to float in equilibrium with the existing 100,000 gallon elevated reservoir located at the Airport and owned by the Village, said new reservoir to be located so as to achieve optimum effective use of the stored water, herein referred to as the Phase II project. (2) Connection of the 100,000 gallon Village elevated tank at the Airport to the Warren Road water service main together with such other appurtenances as may be necessary, thus improving pressure and supply, herein referred to as Phase I project. Therefore it is mutually agreed as follows: (a) The Village of Lansing will proceed on a timely basis with the Phase I improvements, including the connection of the 100,000 gallon elevated tank at the Airport to the Warren Road service main and such other appurtenances as may be necessary, at an estimated cost of $125,000. It is understood that 50% of the cost of this improvement will be allocated from the anticipated federal grant. For the purpose of the ARC /FHA grant, the Village shall serve as the lead agency filing the necessary required documents with the funding agencies including committments for the local share of costs, and construction. (b) The Town of Lansing will proceed in a timely fashion to organize the necessary water districts, plan, and construct the Phase II improvements, including the 1.0 million gallon reservoir and other appurtenances as necessary, including construction of water line on Warren Road to the north boundary of the Village of Lansing. It is anticipated that approximately $337,500 of the federal grant will be allocated to this project. For the purpose of the ARC /FHA grant, the Town will serve as lead agency, filing all necessary documents with the funding agencies and submitting a statement of committment for the local share of costs, and construction in a timely fashion. (.c) For the purpose of coordinating these activities during the construction phases, it is agreed that there shall be established a committee composed of a member each from the Village of Lansing, Town of Lansing, and the County Industrial Development Agency with liason representation from the Bolton Point Commission. After completion of the construction phases, this committee may be dissolved and reconstructed by mutual agreement by the Village and the Town as may be appropriate. (d) It is mutually agreed that if the Town of Lansing fails to form the necessary legal Town Water Districts to accomplish the Phase II project within 9 months of the executed grant agreements, the Village of Lansing will be given the opportunity to serve as the lead agency to accomplish the Phase II improvements using the federal grants. (e) It is`Iunderstood that the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency will ''relinquish their lead agency role upon execution of this agreement but will continue to participate in a coordinating role. • Unanimously adopted RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Stevens: RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be•and he hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the Town, a Quit Claim Deed involving the "Transfer of ownership of the Bolton Point facilities." Unanimously adopted RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mrs. McElwee: RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the Town, a release and Quit Claim Deed of the rights of the Town of Lansing in the abandoned wells and pipe lines located on the property of Robert T. & Maxine P. Dean. (continued) Unanimously adopted 30 Continued August 11, 1981 Councilman.George Stevens presented a proposal for constructing an access to the Town Hall for handicapped persons. Mr. Stevens to contact Thomas Ellis for a price quotation on said access as well as consulting with Mr. Ellis on the basement doors for recreation storage. Councilman George Stevens discussed the town receiving $1.50 for dog licenses sold instead of $ .50, the extra fee to be used for dog enumeration purposes. Supervisor Munson presented his monthly report. AUDIT RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick: RESOLVED, that General Fund bills #323 through #370 totalling $69,550.96 and Highway Fund bills #196 through #219 totalling $37,857.95 be and the same are hereby approved for payment, and be it further RESOLVED, that Water District #2 bills be and the same are hereby approved for payment. Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Bert Hilliard, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) George Stevens, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Margaret McElwee, Councilwoman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor On Motion, meeting adjourned at 10:40 P.M. on a day to day basis. oQt�� August 18, 1981 The Lansing Town Board met in an Adjourned Meeting at the Lansing Town Hall on August 18, 1981 at 8 :00 P.M. with Supervisor Munson presiding. Philip Munson Louis Emmick Bert Hilliard Margaret McElwee George Stevens Robert Williamson Jane Bush Horky ROLL CALL Supervisor Present Councilman Present Councilman Present Councilwoman Present Councilman Absent Town Attorney Present Town Clerk Present The Supervisor called the meeting to order having the clerk take the Roll Call. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZATION FOR ENGINEER TO PROCEED - LANSING WATER DISTRICT #:4 WHEREAS, by resolution adopted the 9th day of June 1981, the Town Board did appropriate the sum of $25,000.00 for preparation of maps, plans and reports to provide the facilities, improvements and services of a Water District in the southern part of the Town of Lansing, subject to a permissive referendum, and WHEREAS, T.G. Miller, Licensed Engineer has prepared said maps, plans and reports for a Water District covering the southern part of the Town out - side the Village of Lansing, which reports are on file with the Town Clerk, and WHEREAS, the Town Board is prepared to form Lansing Water District #4 which will include premises owned by Borg Warner Corporation in the Town of Lansing outside the Village of Lansing, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on motion by Mrs. McElwee, seconded by Mr. Emmick that T.G. Miller be and he hereby is authorized and directed to proceed to pre- pare the final maps, plans and reports for the formation of Lansing Water District #4-which will include only the premises owned by Borg Warner Cor- poration in the Town of Lansing outside the Village of Lansing and file same with the Town Clerk, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Attorney shall prepare a proposed Order for the formation of Lansing Water District #4 in accordance with the require- ments of Sec. 209 -d of the Town Law, for consideration by the Town Board. Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Bert Hilliard, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Margaret McElwee, Councilwoman Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor On Motion, meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M. on a day to day basis. Zq n C