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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-03-01197 MARCH 1, 1995 The Lansing Town Board are reviewing Drake Road met in They have Special Session Councilman at the Lansing Town Hall Board Room at 7:00 Paul Butler p.m. with Supervisor Kirby Board presiding. ROLL CALL Jeannine Kirby Supervisor are reviewing Drake Road Present They have Herbert Beckwith Councilman interest and felt it may be feasible Present move Paul Butler Councilman will be an informational meeting in Absent Board Jeffrey Cleveland Councilman there needed to Present two Larry Tvaroha Councilman water line is underway. There has Present Bonita Boles Town Clerk Present Richard John Town Attorney system has Present finalized. VISITORS: George Totman, David Herrick, Ron Parks, Tom O'Rielly, Charles Feiszli, Tom Todd (8:15 p.m.) and Gay Nicholson tank. • and the Libertyville Committee ( 9:05 p.m.) The Supervisor called the meeting to order and had the clerk take the Roll Call. Mr. Herrick reported the following. 10 The Water Committee is reviewing the following. a. Water to the Burris subdivision. They are looking at three (3) different roots. A representative for the Burris' will be at the next Water Board Meeting. 4. Mr. Herrick felt that if Genoa was to receive water in the future, it should be taken into consideration now as it .could impact the project as the tank would need to be larger. The Town Board felt this should be looked into VERY carefully. Mr. Tom O'Rielly and Mr. Chuck Feiszli approached the Board regarding the Lakeview subdivision (John Horky's land). They stated that they could have an access road on Triphammer Terrace instead of Hillcrest Road. They are working on the new drainage plan and will have it ready for the public hearing that will -be held on March 13, 19950 Mr. Ron Parks was concerned with the drainage and will be contacted by the developers regarding their proposal. Mr. Tvaroha was concerned with the elevation lines. The Town Board was satisfied with the project so far. Mr. Parks asked what recourse he would have .if the ditches • were not dug right. Mr. Totman informed him that No Building Permits will be issued until the Engineer gives his approval. The Town Board stated a stipulation could be put in the original deeds that would state that the ditches cannot be obstructed. Mr. Parks will write a letter to the Planning Board regarding this matter. 56 Mr. Herrick asked what Engineering services Tallman & Tallman would be providing. Mr. John will discuss this with Mr. Tallman and get back to Mr. Herrick. Mr. Tvaroha asked b. They are reviewing Drake Road for water. They have found renewed interest and felt it may be feasible enough to move forward. There will be an informational meeting in April regarding Board this..._ not feel there needed to be two 2. Ladoga Park water line is underway. There has been no problem with the water level so far. 3. Water no. 17: The hydraulic analysis for the system has been finalized. Mr. Herrick stated that the Warren Miller property located at 1242 Ridge Road is the best sight for the storage tank. 4. Mr. Herrick felt that if Genoa was to receive water in the future, it should be taken into consideration now as it .could impact the project as the tank would need to be larger. The Town Board felt this should be looked into VERY carefully. Mr. Tom O'Rielly and Mr. Chuck Feiszli approached the Board regarding the Lakeview subdivision (John Horky's land). They stated that they could have an access road on Triphammer Terrace instead of Hillcrest Road. They are working on the new drainage plan and will have it ready for the public hearing that will -be held on March 13, 19950 Mr. Ron Parks was concerned with the drainage and will be contacted by the developers regarding their proposal. Mr. Tvaroha was concerned with the elevation lines. The Town Board was satisfied with the project so far. Mr. Parks asked what recourse he would have .if the ditches • were not dug right. Mr. Totman informed him that No Building Permits will be issued until the Engineer gives his approval. The Town Board stated a stipulation could be put in the original deeds that would state that the ditches cannot be obstructed. Mr. Parks will write a letter to the Planning Board regarding this matter. 56 Mr. Herrick asked what Engineering services Tallman & Tallman would be providing. Mr. John will discuss this with Mr. Tallman and get back to Mr. Herrick. Mr. Tvaroha asked if it would be feasible to flip flop the court .room to the other end of the building as the parking would be near -this entrance. The Board did not feel there needed to be two 198 March 1, 1995 entrances from Route 34 and felt it could be dangerous. Mr. Herrick has the topo map done and will try to get it to Mr. Tallman as soon as possible. Mr. Herrick stated that himself and Mr. Larson have met again with the DEC and they stated that the Salmon Creek project was listed as a "minor" one and would not require public review process. Mr. Larson will be able to start as soon as he receives the permit. No dredging satisfied will firm to give a proposal. be allowed though. review this and get back to the Supervisor Mr. Herrick gave Mrs. Kirby T.G. Miller's proposal for engineering services for Water No. 7, Extension No. 9. T.G. Miller this road is scheduled for 1995 with paving in 1996 providing the money is put in the 1996 budget. The Board was satisfied Engineers were the only firm to give a proposal. file in Town Mr. John will review this and get back to the Supervisor with a recommendation. Mr. John stated that a trial date has been set for the George Road situation. He will contact Mr. Charles Guttman and Chris Michaels regarding this as he feels the residents and Bill Mr. the Town will Town have come to an understanding. If everyone agrees, Mr. do the necessary work to cancel the court date. Mr. John also stated that Mrs. Juracka has no objection to placing guardrails on her portion of the road. John the Mr. Cleveland would like water line extension to Genoa. give the Town of Genoa an estimate Bolton Point's He would also of cost input like to and regarding a be able to then proceed depending stating that on the out come. work on this road is scheduled for 1995 with paving in 1996 providing The residents of Goodman Road have petitioned to have their road blacktopped. Mr. Larson wrote them a letter stating that prepatory work on this road is scheduled for 1995 with paving in 1996 providing the money is put in the 1996 budget. The Board was satisfied with Mr. Larson's response. (Letter on file in Town Clerk's Office) to Marty Brown Road area Luster. Mrs. Kirby will informed the Board that Grievance Day will be held at the Town Hall on May 16th, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Mr. Tvaroha stated Harbor that he would be available. Mrs. Kirby stated that the Lansing Youth Services Committee would like to meet with the Board on March 8th at 7 :00 p.m. Mr. thaler will prepare a memo to the Town Board regarding Tompkins County Cooperative Extension before this meeting is held. Mr. John will draft a letter to Mr. Bob Mulvey regarding the traffic situation at the Rogues Harbor corner. A copy of this letter will also be mailed to Marty Brown Road area Luster. 40% was Mrs. Kirby stated that the Louis Gossett Center would like to combine their driveway, the Girls school and the Watchtower project all together with a traffic light. This will be discussed at a further date. Mr. Tom Todd reported the following to the Board. 10 Cat Licensing: He felt it may come to a vote soon. The Town Board and Tom Todd stated that they were against this. 2. Mr. Todd has been appointed to a committee to look at the County Charter. They will be checking into the positions of County Clerk, County Sheriff and the District Attorney changing from elected positions to appointed ones. The Town Board and Mr. Todd did not agree with this. 3. The outcome of the meeting with the Lansing Fire Commissioners was a voted that passed agriculture exemptions on fire district taxes for Lansing residents who qualify. 4. The County received a large grant /loan combination to enhance the Brown Road area near the airport. (60% was a grant and 40% was E r 1 U ] 99 continued March 1, 1995 a loan). The Village of Lansing is negotiating with Cornell University for the 40% portion. 5. Mr. Todd stated that the County Board has already dipped into the contingency fund which Mr. Todd did not feel this should happen so early in the year. 6. Department There has been some talk of Public Works about dissolving and the Town's take the Tompkins County over their own roads. $1.00 comfortable Mr. Todd stated of it comes from with dissolving that of the Town the every $ 5.00 the of Lansing. The County DPW but felt County spends, Town Board felt all aspects need to be looked into before any further action was taken. Mrs. Kirby will discuss this with Mr. Larson. • 7. Mrs. Kirby will write a letter to Mr. Moynhian from the Department of Transportation regarding a temporary bridge in Myers. Mrs. Kirby time regarding stated that a dissolving the discussion will be held Drop In Center at the at budget Community Building for the year 1996. January 4th and 18th, 1995 are Mrs. Kirby stated that the Community Center is in need of a new hot-water heater and the following resolution was made: RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Tvaroha and seconded by Mr. Beckwith: RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town to purchase on hot water heater and apply for the rebate and; BE IT FURTHER will then bi'l l the of the heater with in the Community C RESOLVED, that upon receiving a rebate, the Town Lions Club and Frankie Lechner for the net cost the Town supplying the maintenance to install it .enter. Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Larry Tvaroha, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Cleveland and seconded by Mr. Beckwith: RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Lansing does hereby authorize the Lansing Highway Superintendent to purchase one used 1993 Double Drum Vibratory Compactor with 305 hours from the low bidder, Tracey Road Equipment, 6803 Manlius Center Road, P.O. Box 489, East Syracuse, New York 13057. The total price is $ 79,949.00 without a trade -in. Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Herbert Beckwith, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Jeffrey Cleveland, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Larry Tvaroha, Councilman Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Jeannine Kirby, Supervisor A copy of the minutes of December 21st and 30th, 1994, January • 4th and 18th, 1995, having been furnished to the board members beforehand, the Supervisor asked for a motion to make correction or to accept the same as submitted. RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Cleveland and seconded by Mr. Tvaroha. RESOLVED, that the minutes of December 21st and 30th, 1994 and January 4th and 18th, 1995 are hereby approved as submitted. Carried. Mr. Totman was contacted by the Tompkins County EOC regarding a family in the Town of Lansing. He stated that the family, who lives on Fenner Road, has never applied for a building permit and is shi bar his fee living ft conne n. Mr. T power, is it is continued March 1, 1995 in an illegal structure that i ction to another small traile, otman stated to the Board that legally to remove the people very unsafe and could also be s a trailer with a make that is partially in a he will do everything in from the premises as he a fire hazard. Gay Nicholson and the Trailways committee approached the Board concerning the Libertyville Trail. They asked the Board to approve the letter of agreement. The Town Board had reservation about doing this at this time. The Town Board asked her to get commitments from the three (3) landowners for easements before they went any further. The Town Board also wants to see an Informational Meeting held regarding this. Gay Nicholson does not want to hold this until she has commitments from Mr. Barnard, Mr. Sobol and Mr. Conlon. She would also like to meet with all landowners who will butt up to this proposed trail before an information Town wide meeting is held. Mr. Tvaroha stated that since the article has been in the news paper, he has not heard anything positive. Mr. John will contact Mr. Bartalata in Albany to confirm that if the Town Board signs the letter of agreement, that they will not be bound to this grant. Mr. John will get back to the Board with his findings._ Ms. Nicholson stated she would like to educate the school age children on "trail etiquette ". Mr. John stated that the committee should also check into the ADA rules and regulations. The committee stated that they try to meet once a month and would like to bring their minutes to be copied, postage, etc. to the Town Hall and possibly have the expenditures come out of the Planning Board budget. Mrs. Kirby explained that this committee was not in the organizational meeting in January and that they should keep track of their expenditures and they might be able to retrieve these expenses if the grant proceeds. The Town Board will hold an informational meeting regarding the ambulance situation as soon as figures are received from Eastern Ambulance service. Mr. John Haring has approached Mr. Cleveland asking the Town to consider Milliken Road Extension in the same manner as they have with Bill George Road. Mr. John will research this and get back to the Town Board with a recommendation. On motion, meeting adjourned at 10:35 P.M. at the call of the Supervisor. 2