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December 13, 1983 153
The Lansing Town Board met in Regular Session at the Lansing Town Hall
on December 13, 1983 at 8:00 P.M. with Supervisor Munson presiding.
ROLL CALL
Philip Munson Supervisor Present
Louis Emmick Councilman Present
Bert Hilliard Councilman Present
Margaret McElwee Councilwoman Present
George Stevens Councilman Present
Howard Groat Highway Superintendent Present
Robert Williamson Town Attorney Present
Jane Bush Horky Town Clerk Present
Visitors: Deputy Clerk Wanda B. Brink, Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Beckwith,
Duane Ray, Viola Argetsinger, Catherine Ecker, Jeannine Kirby,
Albert Lacko, Raymond Boles, Jr., Richard Pinney, Florence Pinney,
Alvin White, Thomas Allerton, Loren Montague, James Mc Kane,
Donald Sheldon and Journal Reporter, Debbie Gesensway.
The Supervisor called the meeting to order having the clerk take the
Roll Call.
The visitors present spoke to the board regarding the Public Hearing
held December 12, 1983 on the proposed Amendments to the Lansing Zoning
Ordinance. Several persons reaffirmed their feelings as being opposed to
Zoning, some wanted to know more concerning the regulations and some felt
more study should be made before adopting the proposed Amended Ordinance.
Bids were publicly opened for the purchase of one used 1973 or newer
A11 -Wheel Drive Dump Truck with one way plow and spreader, as advertised.
One bid received as follows:
Syracuse Supply Company 1973 Ford F -600 A11 -Wheel Drive Dump Truck,
2909 Vestal Road attached with snow plow harness, Frink Model
Vestal, New York 13850 630K One Way Plow, and Fox Model 019209
C' d S d
in er V ea er. $289000.00
Bids were publicly opened for 5000 gallons of Diesel Fuel for the
period beginning January 1, 1984 through March 31, 1984, as advertised.
Bids received as follows:
Lamoreaux -Quinn Service Corp
P.O. Box 578
Trumansburg, N.Y.
L.B. Townsend Distributor
801 Cascadilla St.
Ithaca, N.Y.
30 -70 blend at .9597 or a 40 -60 blend
for .9682. Gross Receipts Tax included.
Bid subject to price change.
Tankwagon price at time of delivery $1.1250
Less Discount .1575
$ .9675
Plus 3.25 NYS Gross Receipts Tax if applicable.
Ithaca Agway Petroleum 10¢ discount off our posted delivered price
Ithaca, N.Y. in effect at time of delivery. Price today
would be $1.029.
Bids were publicly opened for the sale of one 1965 Ford one ton Dump
Truck as is. Bids received as follows:
T & J Contracting Co. 1965 Ford one ton Dump Truck $19027.00
25 South Hill Rd.
Spencer, N.Y.
Leon Bogardus 1965 Ford one ton Dump Truck $ 675.00
25 Searles Rd. Ext.
Lansing, N.Y.
Howard Griffith 1965 Ford one ton Dump Truck $15101000
Box 132
Valois, N.Y.
Roy L. Casterline 1965 Ford one ton Dump Truck $ 567.89
439 Brown Rd.
Spencer, N.Y.
Bids were publicly opened for the sale of one 1968 Ford Pickup Truck
as is, as advertised. One bid received as follows..
T & J Contracting Co. 1968 Ford Pickup Truck $267.00
25 South Hill Rd.
Spencer, N.Y.
Town Board Members reviewed and discussed the bids received and the
following resolutions were offered.
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RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Emmick, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mrs. McElwee:
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has duly advertised for bids for one
used 1973 or newer All -Wheel Drive Dump Truck with one way plow and spreader, and
WHEREAS, Syracuse Supply Company, 2909 Vestal Road, Vestal, New York was
the only bid received, said bid in the amount of $28,000.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the bid of Syracuse Supply Company in the amount of $28,000.00
be accepted and the Highway Superintendent be and he is hereby authorized to
complete said transaction on behalf of the town.
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) George Stevens, Councilman
Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Emmick, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mr. Hilliard:
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has duly advertised for bids for
5000 gallons of Diesel Fuel for the period beginning January 1, 1984 through
March 31, 1984, and
WHEREAS, Lamoreaux -Quinn Service Corp. of Trumansburg, N.Y. was the lowest
bidder to supply a 30 -70 blend at $.9597 or a 40 -60 blend for $.9682, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the bid of Lamoreaux -Quinn Service Corp. be accepted and
the Highway Superintendent be and he is hereby authorized to complete said
transaction on behalf of the town.
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Mr. Stevens:
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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
d by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has duly advertised for bids for the
sale of one 1965 Ford one ton Dump Truck as is, and
WHEREAS, Howard Griffith of Valois, New York was the highest bidder in
the amount of $1,101.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the bid of Howard Griffith be accepted and the Highway
Superintendent be and he is hereby authorized to complete said transaction
on behalf of the town.
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RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Mrs. McElwee:
(Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman
(Aye) Bert Hilliard, Councilman
. (Aye) Margaret McElwee, Councilwoman
(Aye) George Stevens, Councilman
. (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
Stevens, who moved its adoption; seconded by
WHEREAS;)the Highway Superintendent has duly advertised for bids for the
sale of one 1968 Ford Pickup Truck as is, and
WHEREAS, T & J Contracting Co. of Spencer, New York was the only bidder
in the amount of $267.005 now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the bid of T & J Contracting Co. be accepted and the High-
way Superintendent be and he is hereby authorized to complete said transaction
on behalf of the town.
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) George Stevens, Councilman
Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
Highway Supt. Howard Groat discussed erecting a pole building adjacent
to the Highway Garage. Mr. Groat will do more research on prices of materials,
etc., before any action is taken.
Mr. Groat discussed 1) selling the used natural gas overhead catalytic
heaters at the Highway Garage, 2) stripping of approximately 4500 cu. yds.
of dirt from the Town of Lansing gravel bank and 3) purchasing one used 1977
or newer diesel Hydraulic Excavator. Town Board Members expressed approval
of advertising for bids.
(continued)
Continued December 13, 1983
Mr. Groat reported that the new drilled well at the Highway Garage had bet 5
tested and impurities found in the water. Board Members approved that the well
and pump be hooked -up and a water softener be installed.
Lansing Park Supt., Eric Trotter, reported on the Park Grant money. Stated
that he was proceeding with the paper work for possible additional Grant money.
Board thanked Mr. Trotter for all of his efforts as Lansing Park Superintendent.
RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mr. Emmick:
RESOLVED, that the minutes of November 9, 1983 as submitted by the
clerk be approved. Carried
Copy of Tompkins County Resolution stating they do not intend to enforce
the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code beginning January 1, 1984
and respectfully asking the New York Department of State to provide the enforce -
ment service to those municipalities in the County who do not wish to enforce
locally. (LANSING LOCAL LAW #1 OF THE YEAR 1983 - DECLARATION THAT THE TOWN OF
• LANSING WILL NOT ENFORCE THE N.Y.S. UNIFORM FIRE PREVENTION AND BUILDING CODE).
Letter received from James J. Brennan, Commissioner of Tompkins County
Dept. of Social Services, requesting names for possible appointments to serve
on the Social Services Advisory Council for 1984.
Norman D. Stanton submitted a detailed Recreation Field Recap for Fall
of 1983.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Emmick, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mr. Stevens.
.RESOLVED, that $2,500.00 be expended from the Capital Reserve for High-
way Equipment Fund for the purchase of a Lay -Mor self propelled asphalt
paving machine from Townley Leasing Inc., 377 Elmira Rd., Ithaca, N.Y.
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) George Stevens, Councilman
Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
Supervisor Munson discussed the financial aspects for proposed Water
District #60
Letter received from the Tompkins County TV Cable Commission stating
that dues would be suspended and the Commission would hold one meeting per
year, next meeting being, June 21, 1984 at 7 :30 P.M., Town of Ithaca Building.
RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded
by Mr. Emmick:
RESOLVED, that from the Contingency Acct. #1990.4 the total of $3,763.61
be transferred to: Town Justice, Equip. Account 01110.2 the amount of
$104.61, Town Justice, Cont. Account 01110.4 the amount of $1,000.009
Park Police, Personal Ser. Account #A3120.01.1 the amount of $1.59.005
Garage - Telephone Account #A5132.401 the amount of $100.00, Town Hall -Bldg.
Repairs Account #A16200405 the amount of $1,500.00, Playgrounds & Rec. Field
Account #A7140.4 the amount of $650.00, Supervisor, Cont. Account #A1220.4
the amount of $250.00, and be it further
RESOLVED, that from Safety Inspector, Cont. Account #A362004 the amount
of $100.00 be transferred eo Safety oft$150 ?OOlbeand
from Zoning Clerk, Pers. S
transferred to Zoning, Cont. Account #B8010.4
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) George Stevens, Councilman
Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Hilliard, who moved its adoption, seconded
by Mr. Emmick:
WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Conservation of the State of
New York is responsible for the protection of the water resources of certain
classified waters in New York State as set forth in Title 5 of Article 15
of the Conservation Law and,
WHEREAS, the Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of
Environmental Conservation of the State of New York and the Town of Lansing
establishes an agreement of cooperation between the parties hereinafter
mentioned for the administration of this responsibility insofar as the Town
is concerned,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED-that Howard L. Groat is hereby empowered to
sign the Memorandum of Understanding in behalf of the Town of Lansing for
the period of January 1, 1984 to December 315 1984, and
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.._ BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Memorandum of Understanding shall take
effect immediately upon its acceptance by the Department of Environmental
Conservation.
Carried
Letter received from the Lansing Planning Board stating that said Plann-
ing Board had accepted, on December 5, 1983, the plans for the addition of
4 units to Donald Worsell's Trailer Park on Algerine /Ludlow Roads. Letter
also stated that these additions fulfill the Lansing Ordinances and a Public
Hearing had been held. The Planning Board recommended the Town Board to
approve the plan. Discussion held by the board, following resolution offered:
RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. McElwee, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mr. Emmick:
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Lansing Planning Board, the Lansing
Town Board approves the issuance of a Temporary Permit, contingent upon satis-
factory acceptance of the water system by the Tompkins Co. Health Dept., for
the addition of 4 units to Donald Worsell's Trailer Park on Algerine /Ludlow
Roads, and be it further
RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to John M. Ander-
son, P.E., Director of Tompkins County Environmental Health.
Carried
On January 3, 1984 at 8:00 P.M. the Town Board will review the proposed
Amendments to the Lansing Zoning Ordinance.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded by
Mr. Emmick:
RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be authorized and empowered to sign the
1984 SPCA Tompkins County Township Conract for Dog and Animal Services, on
behalf of the Town of Lansing. Carried
Supervisor Munson presented his monthly report.
AUDIT RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Stevens, who moved its adoption, seconded
by Mr. Emmick:
RESOLVED, that General Fund bills #580 through #650 totalling $25,802.54
and Highway Fund bills #436 through #475 totalling $33,676.24 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 . . . OR (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) George Stevens, Councilman
Vote of Town Board . . . . (Aye) Philip Munson, Supervisor
On Motion, meeting adjourned to December 29, 1983 at 5:00 P.M. for the
purpose of auditing final bills for the year 1983, and act on any other
business that may come before said board.
I NOTICE TO if
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Town of Lansing Highway De-
-Up for sale to the highest bid -
lpariment will receive sealed bids
',der; One 1965 Ford one
ton Dump
Iat the Office
of the Town Clerk„
as is, and One 1968 Ford'
,Lansing Town Hall, for one used',
,Truck
Ipickup,Truck as is. Vehicles may
1973 or newer All -Wheel Drive,
be inspected at the Town of Lars-
Dump Truck with one way plow,
'ing Highway Garage, Monday
land spreader. • I j
Highway De-
.through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to
Town of Lansing
,2:30 p.m.
partment will also receive sealed
, Said bids will be bped at the
bids for 5000 gallons of Diesel Fuel,
'regular meeting of the'Lansimg,
for the period beginning January
Town Board, Lansinq Town Hall,
1, 1984 through March 31, 1984. I
on December 13, 1983.
Said bids will be opened at the
The right to reject all bids is
regular meeting of the Lansing
expressly Keserved.
Town Board, Lansing Town Hall,
Howard L. Groat
'on December 13, 1983.
Highway Superintendent
Specifications may be obtained
lattheOfficeottheTownHighway
Town of Lansing
December 2, 1983
Superintendent, Lansing, New
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York.
The right to reject all bids is
(expressly reserved.
Howard L. Groat ,
Highway Superintendent -
• Town of Lansing.
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