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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-06-05148 June 05, 1991 The Lansing Town Board met in Special Session at the Lansing Town Hall Boardroom at 8:00 P.M. on June 05, 1991 with Supervisor Kirby presiding. ROLL CALL Jeannine Kirby Supervisor Present Herbert Beckwith Councilman Present Jeffrey Cleveland Councilman Present Louis Emmick Councilman Present Larry Tvaroha Councilman Absent Richard Thaler Town Attorney Present Bonita Boles Tows' Clerk Absent Debbie Crandall Deputy Town Clerk Present Visitors: George Totman, Code Enforcement, Dave Herrick, Town Engineer and Ed Emnett. The Supervisor called the meeting to order having the clerk take the Roll Call, Mr. Emnett presented a petition to the Board from all the residents (excluding one) on Waterwagon Road with a request for a speed limit reduction. Mr. Emnett expressed concern of a driving range being put behind his home. Mr. Emnett stated he would rather see residential homes instead of a commercial business. He also stated he believes this would lower his property value. He asked the Board what the residences could do to prevent this and keep the property restricted to residential instead of commercial. It was noted that the land in question is in an unzoned area. Mr. Totman advised Mr. Emnett to get his neighbors together and petition the Board for an extension of the zoned area on Waterwagon Road. Also., Mr. Emnett is going to check his deed for deed restrictions. Mr. Totman invited Mr. Emnett to meet with him in his office to futher discusswhat the different zones are and go over the zoning book. Mr. Emnett thanked the Board for their time and assistance. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Beckwith who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Cleveland: RESOLVED, that the Petition by the residents of the Town of Lansing who reside on Waterwagon Road, and after due deliberation and discussion of the subject matter, be forwarded to the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles together with the Town Board's request for a review of the speed limits on Waterwagon Road between North Triphammer Road and East Shore Drive as shown in the Petition, and an appropriate reduction of the speed limit from 55 miles per hour. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board direct the Town Superintendent of Highways to inspect Waterwagon Road between North Triphammer Road and East Shore Drive as shown in the Petition, and that the Town Superintendent of Highways put appropriate signage on these roads to indicate the presence of children. Copy of said resolution attached hereto and made a part thereof. Vote of the Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of the Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of the Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of the Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Dave Herrick, Town Engineer updated the progress on the Water Districts. Dave informed the Board that proposed Water District X617 (Lakeview Dive, Sperry Lane and Myers Heights area) is finalized and ready to take to the Public. Dave stated that this district can not be acted on until the additional water tanks are in place. After a discussion of the present status of the situation concerning sewer service for the northeast area, including the Towns of Lansing and Dryden and Villages of Lansing and Cayuga Heights, the Town Board passed the following resolution. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Emmick who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Cleveland: RESOLVED, that the Town of Lansing strongly urges and recommends to the Town of Dryden, the Village of Lansing and the Village of Cayuga Heights that it is in the best interests of all of the citizens living 1'� 11, . /49 June 05, 1991, continued within the jurisdictional limits of the municipalities to accomplish and have in place, for the present and future, the appropriate planning and infrastructure for the proper handling of waste by means of a sewer system and waste water treatment plant so as to provide for the orderly transition from present day needs to future needs of the municipalities. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, to implement the same, that a Northeast Sewer Planning Committee be created with representatives from the Town of Lansing, Town of Dryden, Village of Lansing and the Village of Cayuga Heights and empowered to study and report back to the Boards of these four municipalities the following objectives. 1. To acquire future sewer capacity in the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant ( IAWWTP) on an ownership basis, rather than the present type of non - ownership agreement with Cayuga Heights. 2. To acquire sewer capacity at a rate which approximates the rate of future demand, rather than all at once. 3. To establish a fair buy -in cost that is financially equitable to the IAWWTP owners and affordable to the new owners. 4. To build sewer collectors gradually by extending established sewer districts as the need is demonstrated. 5. To develop the lowest cost conveyance connection to IAWWTP, with potential for future expansion. 6. To maintain sewer rates for current sewer users less than or equal to the levels which are likely to prevail if the current situation remains unchanged for them, and as low as possible for new users, though new users will pay more than current sewer users. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Lansing respectfully request that each of the municipalities pass a resolution similar in nature to this resolution by the first of July 1991 and the Committee be constituteded and directed to meet over the next three months and report to the municipalities by the first meeting in October 1991 of the various municipalities. Said resolution attached hereto and made a part thereof. Vote of Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . 0 0 (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Supervisor Kirby informed the Board that the Lansing Youth Facility are asking: for a joint'venture for further water storage and a 50,000 gallon per day sewer usage. Terrace Meadow Subdivision - Mrs. Ebersold will be attending the June 19, 1991 meeting to discuss drainage. Autumn Ridge Subdivision - Dick informed the Board that everything is signed and building permits can now be issued as discussed in previous mintues. Gulf Creek Subdivision - Both water and the road contracts have been signed. Varga situation was discussed. Mr. Cleveland will talk to Mr. Varga and have him meet again with the Town Board. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Beckwith who moved its adoption seconded by Mr. Cleveland: RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk, pursuant to the direction of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing, hereby announces that she will take bids at the Town Clerk's Office, Town Hall, Lansing, New York until July 1, 1991 for anyone interested in operating a concession stand to be provided by the successful bidder at the athletic fields operated by the Town of Lansing for all events except for events contracted by the Town to others. Successful bidder will be required to provide their own facilities for the sale of products. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed. Proof of financial capability will be required and insurance coverage covering ;the Town in an amount approved 150 June 05, 1991, continued by the Town Attorney will also be required. Sealed bids will be opened at 4:00 on July 1, 1991 at the office of the Town Clerk. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Supervisor Kirby informed the Board she had a request to rent the tables and chairs from the annex for a graduation party. It was the .consensus of the Board not to rent any Town owned property. The Town will be looking into the possibility of the Town plowing State Highways. The State does have a policy which allows Towns to plow State roads. Discussion was held on the Association of Towns sponsoring a conference for Town Attorney's. It was the consensus of the Board that this was a good idea. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Beckwith who moved it's adoption, seconded by Mr. Emmick. RESOLVED that the Town Board raise the unit charge for the Town's portion of the sewer billing from $5.00 per unit to $7.00 per unit. Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman RESOLUTION offered by Mr.- Emmick who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Cleveland. RESOLVED that pursuant to Mr. and Mrs. has extended the emergency service of water Drive until September 01, 1991 to allow Mr. extension to water district 7 acceptable to situation concerning the contamination of t is continuing. Donald L. Swearingen's request, to their home at 1910 East Shore Swearingen to either create an the Town or bring proof that the heir well has been rectified or Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman Mr. Thaler to send confirmation of resolution to Mr. & Mrs. Donald Swearingen. Supervisor Kirby informed the Board that David Wegman is interested in constructing a facility for Senior's who need meals prepared and medicine administered. Mr. Emmick will inform L.0.A.P., where it will be discussed further. Mr. Thaler, Attorney called the Tompkins County Trust Company and Marine Midland and is waiting for a rate quote for the month of June concerning the bonding of the truck and bus. He will report back to the Board when the rate is received. Supervisor Kirby informed the Board that N.Y.S.E. & Gas is grieving their property tax throughout New York State not just in the Town of Lansing. Supervisor Kirby informed the Board that they have advertised for a part -time clerk with payroll and computer knowledge to assist Sharon Bowman. This: -was a budgeted item:at $6.00 "per hour.. George Totman presented his monthly report for May to the Board. Mr. Totman gave a list to Board members concerning the inspection of the Town Hall. RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Beckwith who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Beckwith. RESOLVED that General Fund Vouchers #316 and #317 totalling $2,030.00 are hereby approved for payment. 1 ,l i RESOLUTION CONCERNING WATERWAGON ROAD SPEED LIMITS AND SIGNAGE Upon receipt of a Petition by the residents of the Town of Lansing who reside on Waterwagon Road, and after due deliberation and discussion of the subject matter, the following Resolution and Order was made and unanimously passed by the Town Board of the Town of Lansing at a special meeting of the Town Board held on June 5, 1991. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Petition of the residents of Waterwagon Road be forwarded to the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles together with the Town Board's request for a review of the speed limits on Waterwagon Road between North Triphammer Road and East Shore Drive as shown in the Petition, and an appropriate reduction of the speed limit from 55 miles per hour to 45 miles per hour be made. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board direct the Town Superintendent of Highways to inspect Waterwagon Road between North Triphammer Road and East Shore Drive as shown in the Petition, and that the Town Superintendent of Highways put appropriate signage on these roads to indicate the presence of children. Dated: Lansing, New York June 5 , 1991 June 14, 1991 racae 2 Jeannine Kirby Herbert Beckwith Louis Emmick Larry Tvaroha The undersigned, Bonita of Lansing, does hereby certify Boles, that the the Town Clerk of foregoing Resolution the Town and Order are a 14 the June 14, 1991 racae 2 Jeannine Kirby Herbert Beckwith Louis Emmick Larry Tvaroha The undersigned, Bonita of Lansing, does hereby certify Boles, that the the Town Clerk of foregoing Resolution the Town and Order are a true and correct copy of the Resolution and Order duly adopted by the Town Board of the Town of the Lansing at a meeting duly called and held on the 5th day of June 1991, Bonita Boles OP 144 the undersigned, being residents and or property owners on Waterrragon Road, do hereby petition the town of Lansing, county of Tompkins, and the state of New York, to begin all actions necessary to result in the posting of speed limits on Waterwagon Road. Requested speed limit should not be less than twenty five (25) nor more than thirty five (35) miles per hour (M*P.H•). This petition is being presented due to the increase in development and our concern for the safety of ourselves, children, pets, livestock, and the protection of our property. in C lu prc GtAVgzC f, R A �3 {... I t. ti L�j c�� rte 04o l S� l,JIer l J lid 6� ltv 4 tJ afu Qcz6tsn X20'. i' 1 f Thaler & Thaler Attorneys and Counselors Louis K. Thaler (1903 -1979) Nathaniel F. Knappen (1951 -1990) Richard B. Thaler Frederick Beck. Jr. Richard T. John Karen E. Solari Guy K. Krogh E. Adam Leyens William J. Troy III Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Swearingen 1910 East Shore Drive Lansing, New York 14882 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Swearingen: June 14, 1991 309 North Tioga Street P.O. Box 266 Ithaca. New York 14851 -0266 Telephone: 607 272 -2314 Telecopier: 607 272 -8466 Service of pleadings by FAX not accepted This is to advise that the Town Board, pursuant request, has extended the emergency service of water to until September 1, 1991 to allow you to either create an to water district 7 acceptable to the Town or bring proof situation concerning the contamination of your well rectified or is continuing. to your your home extension that the has been Please advise if you have any questions in this matter RBT /pks CC: Mrs. Jeannine Kirby Sincerely, Richard B Thaler NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Town Clerk, pursuant to the direction of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing, hereby announces that she will take bids at the Town Clerk's Office, Town Hall, Lansing, New York until July 1, 1991 for anyone interested in operating a concession stand to be provided by the successful bidder at the athletic fields operated by the Town of Lansing for all events except for events contracted by the Town to others. Successful bidder will be required to provide their own facilities for the sale of products. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed. Proof of financial capability will be required and insurance coverage covering the Town in an amount approved by the Town Attorney will also be required. Sealed bids will be opened at 4:00 on July 1, 1991 at the office of the Town Clerk. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Dated: June 14, 1991 BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD Bonita Boles, Town Clerk i Thaler & Thaler Attorneys and Counselors Louis K. Thaler (1903 -1979) Nathaniel F. Knaopen (1951 -1990) Richard B. Thaler Frederick Beck. Jr. Richard T. John Karen E. Solari Guy K. Krogh E. Adam Leyens William J. Troy III Classified Advertising THE ITHACA JOURNAL VIA FAX Re: Town of Lansing Dear Sir or Madam: . Notice to Bid July 14, 1991 309 idorth Tiooa Street P.O. Box 266 v Ithaca. New York 14851-0266 Teleohone: 607 272-231A Telecooier: 607 272 -8466 Service of oleadinas by FAX not accented V Attached hereto is a Notice to Bid to be run in the classified section of Tuesday's edition of the ITHACA JOURNAL. Sincerely, 1 �tu, Patrici K. ,J Smith, Secretary n i RESOLUTION At a special meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held at the Town Hall on Junin 5, 1.991, the Town Board, after a discussion of the present status of the situation concerning sewer service for the northeast area, including the Towns of Lansing and Dryden and the Villages of Lansing and Cayuga Heights, the Town Board passed th.E� following so resolution. provide for BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Lansing strongly urges and recommends to the Town of Dryden, the Village of Lansing and the Villacre of Cayuga Heights that it. :is in the best: interests of all of the citizens living within the jurisdictional limits of the municipalities -to acrompl.i.sh and have in. plane, f(r the present and future!, the appropriate planning and infrastructure for the proper handling of waste by means of a sewer system and waste water treatment plant: so as to provide for the orderly Treatment transition from present day needs to future needs of the municipalities, Dryden, Village AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,. to implement -the same, that a Northeast Sewer Planning future Committee be created Treatment with representatives from the Town of Lansing, Town of Dryden, Village to of Lansing and the Village future of Cayuga Heights Treatment P1.ant and empowered to study and report back to the Boards of these four municipalities the following objectives. l.. To acquire future , ;ewt,r capacity in the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment P1.ant (:IAWWTP) on an ownership basis, rather than the present type of non - ownership agreement with Cayuga Heights. D 2. To a.cqui:re sewer_ capacity at a rate which approximates the :rate of future demand, rather than all at once. To - ealtabl.is:h a fair buy-in cost: t lava . is financially equitable to the IAWFITP otirners and affordable to the new owners. Z. To 'cnzild sewer collectors gradually by extending established. sewer: districts as -the need is demonstrated. r . To de�relop thE� lowe,t cost conveyance connection to IAWWTP, with p0tent:ial for future expansion. E�. To maintain sewer rates for current sewer users less than or equal_ to thr. levels wLci.ch Lire likely to prevail if the current situation reina._i.:rts unchanged for_ thEM and ...s low as possible for new users, thought new users will pay snore than current sewer users. FIND BE IT f URTHER. RESOLVED, t ;ha.t the TO'irll Board of the Town of Lansing respectfully :request that each of the municipalities pass a resolution s:i.nila.r i:n nature to this resolution by the first of Duly :1991 and the Committee be ront�t:i.tuteded and. directed to meet over the next ' three months and rE!pori:. to the municipalities by the first rr.eetirtcl in October 1991. of the various m'un.icipa1i ties I Dated: June , 1.991 Jeiinnin Herbert e 1 <: i rb Beckwith C. evE!.land I_ou.is Einmi ck arrw i'varo The undersigned, Bonita Boles, of Lansing, does hereby certify true and correct copy of the Resolution -that the Town Clerk of the the foregoing Resolution duly adopted by the Town is a Town Board of the Town .of' the Lansing at a meeting du.1y called and held on the 5th day of June, 1991. nita Boles 1 June 05, 1991, continued Vote of the Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor Vote of the Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of the Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of the Town Board . . . . . . (Aye) Louis Emmick, Councilman On motion, meeting adjourned at the call of the Supervisor at 10:30 p.m. Minutes taken and executed by the Deputy Town Clerk. 151