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Home My WebLink About2002-09-18x_23 Regular Town Board Meeting Date: September 18, 2002 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Lansing Town Hall Board Room Agenda 1. Call meeting to order. 29 Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Privilege of the Floor: a) Anyone wishing to address the Board. 4, Public Hearing - 7:15 p.m. - Change term of Office for Supervisor, Town Clerk and Highway Superintendent. 5, Engineer's Report, 6, Highway Superintendent's Report, 7, Code Enforcement Officer's Report, 8. Resolution to Establish the position of Account Clerk/Typist in Supervisor's Office. 9. Resolution to Advertise for bids for Independent Auditing Services. 10. Proclamation to Parks & Recreation Department for Summer Concert Session, 11. Approve Audit, 12. Board Member Reports. 13, Executive Session if needed. 14. Adjournment. 124 September 18, 2002 The Lansing Town Board met in Regular Session at the Lansing Town Board Room at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor Farkas presiding. The Supervisor called the meeting to order and had the clerk take the Roll Call. Katrina Greenly Doug McEver Meg Overstrom Francis Shattuck Stephen Farkas Bonita Boles Debbie Crandall Rich John Roll Call Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Supervisor Present Town Clerk Absent Deputy Town Clerk Present Town Attorney Present VISITORS: Jack French, Dick Platt, Dave Herrick, Ric Dietrich, Jon Howe, Chet Saluster, Shawn Osborn, David Delong, Lyndia Woods, Sarah Thomson, John Mares, Connie Wilcox, Mr. Boerman and Engineer, and Dawn Urbany. The Supervisor called for everyone to stand and say the Pledge of Allegiance. 1 '' 1 Representatives from the Ithaca Youth Bureau along with kids who have been in the program addressed the Board. Mr. Chet Saluster stated that the Outing Program is an outdoor adventure program that focuses on helping kids to challenge themselves, learn about the world around them, become compassionate and effective community members and have fun. The kids develop a sense of responsibility, both for oneself and ones own actions and attitudes and for other people. Ability to listen well to what others are saying or trying to say. Self- confidence to be able to speak your ideas and feelings honestly and effectively. Ability to solve problems as part of a group, to learn how to reach out to those who may be different from you and encourage others. Also, the awareness it takes to look out for yourself and the rest of the group. The Outing Program focuses on helping kids to develop all of these strengths. Outdoor adventure is the tool that is used to achieve this for it is one of the very best tools for doing so. There are kids from all walks of life, of every academic ability level, of each gender, and from a variety of economic and social groups coming together to strive for these goals in order to get the adventures of their dreams. This diversity, our focus and the challenge of high adventure are the great strengths of the Outing Program. Activities include, flat & moving water, canoeing, rock climbing, nature survival training, camping skills, fire building, outdoor cooking, caving, backpacking, winter camping, group challenges and so much more. Jonathan, David and Shawn all attendees of the program told the Board how the program benefitted them and encouraged the Board to do what they could to keep the program alive. Mr. Farkas asked the group what the Board could do to help. The members stated that their funding was being cut through the County Board. There plan was to go to all Town Boards in the County and ask for their support and help. This is a program that you don't find in the school or Lansing Recreation program. The Board was supportive of the program and encouraged them to attend the County meetings to let them know how important the program was. Proof of Notice having been furnished, the Public Hearing to discuss the change of terms September 18, 2002, continued of office for Supervisor, Town Clerk and Highway Superintendent was called to order at 7:15 p.m. Mr. Shattuck moved to open the public hearing and was seconded by Mr. McEver. Carried, Mr. John discussed the positive effects and negative effects of changing the terms from two years to four. Mr. Farkas asked if there were any comments. There were none. All persons desiring to be heard, having been heard Mr. McEver moved to close the public hearing at 7:20 p.m., seconded by Mrs. Greenly, Carried. RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mr. McEver: WHEREAS, Certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number One, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL NO. 1 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Supervisor shall be elected for a term of four years. S tion . Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Supervisor, Section 4. This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 2002. e Lion 5. Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. Section 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition #1: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." 126 September 18, 2002, continued The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board . . . (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor RESOLU'T'ION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mr. McEver: WHEREAS, certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number Two, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL No. 2 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Clerk shall be elected for a term of four years. Section 3. Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Clerk. Section 4, This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 20020 &tion 5. Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. ection 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition #2: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson X27 September 18, 2002, continued Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck, seconded by Mr. McEver: WHEREAS, certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number Three, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL No. 3 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Highway Superintendent shall be elected for a term of four years. Section 3. Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Highway Superintendent, Section 4. This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 2002. ction 5. Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. Section 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition #3: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board. (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis. Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor 128 September 18, 2002, continued Mr. Farkas asked the audience if there was anyone who wished to address the Board. No one addressed the Board. !. �_�r.. \o ._'�. Mr. Herrick presented the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form, a copy of the Engineer's Report and a print of the subdivision map to the Board. After further discussion the following resolution was adopted. RESOLUTION, offered by Meg Overstrom and seconded by Katrina Greenly: WHEREAS, a request of the owner of the effected properties has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York for the establishment of a Water District in said Town to be bounded and described as follows: WHEREAS, the properties are located adjacent to Brickyard and Wilson Roads, being tax map parcels 32.4-8.2 and 32,44.5 located in the Town of Lansing, a map of the affected land being included with the engineering plans submitted to the Town Board, and WHEREAS, it is proposed that water be supplied through the Town water system from the Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission source at Bolton Point on Cayuga Lake, and the Commission has determined that adequate supply exists to provide service to the proposed district extension, and WHEREAS, the construction proposed consists of the installation of approximately 780 linear feet of 8 inch ductile iron pipe connected to the ductile iron water main on Brickyard Road; and the installation of one inch service lines to two proposed subdivision parcels, together with appurtenant facilities including valves, fire hydrants and connections to the existing mains, in accordance with a map, plan and report contained within an Engineer's Report prepared by the developer's engineer, which report is now on file in the office of the Town Clerk of the said Town, and WHEREAS, the maximum amount proposed to be expended for the said Water District, as stated in the said petition, is the sum of Fifty Thousand and 00 /100 dollars ($50,000.00), to be financed by the developer of the land. The estimated average annual cost of water for an average single family home with the district extension is in the amount of $316, and the estimated average one time hook -up fees for connection of the service line to each residence in the amount of $1,175.00; therefore it is hereby ORDERED and RESOLVED, that a meeting of the Town Board of the said Town of Lansing shall be held at the Lansing Town Hall, Lansing, New York, on the 16th day of October 2002 at 7:30 in the evening of that day to consider the said petition and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same and for such other action on the vote of said Town Board with relation to the said petition as may be required by law or proper in the premises. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor X29 September 18, 2002, continued The pathway and subdividing of the one parcel property will be put on the September 23, 2002 agenda for the Planning Board meeting. Water District Consolidation Mr. John, Mr. Herrick and Mr. Farkas met with the Town of Plattsburgh on September 13, 2002 to discuss their water district consolidation process. Mr. John gave an overview of the meeting. The Town of Plattsburgh just consolidated the debts that were in the existing districts. Mr. John discussed the high standards to the referendum procedure. Mr. Herrick would like to reconvene the committee and verify the direction that should be taken. The Board agreed to look into the process of consolidating the districts along with the addition of future extensions. Mr. Herrick will take back the two step process to the Water Consolidation Committee and have them make a recommendation to the Town Board. Marion Lane Water District Mr. Herrick informed the Board that he had a positive response from Mr. Eisenhut in joining the extension of water to Marion Lane. Mr. Herrick will report back to the Board at a later date. Whispering Pines Mr. Herrick and Mr. French met to discuss the repairs that are needed to fix the road. A $15,000 bond for the repairs will be provided by the contractor. Mr. John informed the Board that the arrangements for the bond are being taken care o£ Mr. Farkas met with the contractor that is going to build on the extension. The contractor is allowed to only clear the lot at this time. Nothing further can be done until it has been approved by the Planning Board and building permits can be issued. Watchtower Project Mr. Farkas has met with representatives from Watchtower who are requesting copies of the proposed map on the sewer district and water district. Mr. Herrick will E -mail the request to Watchtower. SPEED LIMIT ON BUCK ROAD Mr. John Mares of 170 Buck Road approached the Board requesting a reduction in the speed limit on Buck Road. Mr. Farkas informed him that they had just heard from the State that both Wilson and Buck roads were denied the prior request. The next step would be to try to convince the State that conditions have changed since the first request and resubmit the petition and request to the State. Mrs. Overstrom also suggested that Mr. Mares meet with Highway Superintendent, Jack French concerning the matter. OUTING PROGRAM Dawn Urbany of 4 Lansing Heights Road addressed the Board concerning the positive outcomes of the children that are involved in the Outing Program. She sees the short term and long term effects of the children in the school system along with her own two children that have gone through the program. She stressed what an exceptional program it is. She asked the Board to be involved in keeping the program. 130 September 18, 2002, continued Mr. Farkas stressed to her how important it was to gather people to write letters to the County Legislators and attend the County meetings as they have control over the funding of the program. The Board will do the same. Mr. Farkas reported for Mr. French. • r n urn The 40' drainage on Stormy View Road has now been completed. .TAM The 3.2 miles of hot mix has been completed. The Municipal Auction was a success. The Highway equipment sold for an amount of $13,890. The Recreation Department tractor sold for $16,000. The total sale of the auction was $699,198.50 of which the Town receives 1 %. The Lions Club concession took in $1700. rrr r� 07, Tr..!� A portion of Salmon Creek Road to French Hill had to be closed Sunday due to the heavy rains. The flooding caused a mud slide. • r • 1 - .._y17 The waterlines have been installed at the old Highway Department. Mr. Platt reviewed the Code Office monthly report for August. He stated that they were up 6 permits and $719,286.00 in project costs. Mr. Platt urged the Board to address the open burning issue. Also he felt that there should be no outside accumulation on building sites and that contractors be required to have an outhouse. RESOLU'T'ION offered by Doug McEver and seconded by Francis Shattuck: WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor has presented a request to hire a person in the position of an account clerk/typist for a 90 day temporary position in the office of the Town Supervisor; and WHEREAS, this account clerk/typist position would be a Civil Service position; and WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor has demonstrated the need for such a position; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Lansing create a Civil Service position for a temporary account clerk/typist to work in the office of the Lansing Town Supervisor based on the Civil Service Exam scheduled in October of 2002, and will advertise the position as required by Town Law. 131 September 18, 2002, continued Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES RESOLUTION, offered by Meg Overstrom and seconded by Doug McEver: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing requires auditing of the annual financial records of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, and Town Court; and WHEREAS, this auditing process is to take place for each department at least once every three years; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor is authorized to prepare a request for proposal and advertise such request for proposal for independent auditing services regarding the auditing of the annual financial records for the Town of Lansing offices of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, and Town Court to take place at least once every three years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor PROCLAMATION TO PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT RESOLUTION, offered by Katrina Greenly, seconded by Doug McEver: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Parks & Recreation Department held a series of Concerts at Myers Park during the summer of 2002; and WHEREAS, this Concert Series provided a range of musical styles and performances throughout the Summer season and was well received and attended; and WHEREAS, the Concert Series provided quality summer entertainment for the families of the Town of Lansing; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Board issue a Proclamation commending the Lansing Parks & Recreation Department for its excellent work in scheduling and implementing the 2002 Town of Lansing Summer Concert Series. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor AUDIT RESOLUTION RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. Overstrom and seconded by Mr. McEver: bills: RESOLVED, that the bookkeeper is hereby authorized and directed to pay the following Consolidated Abstract #009 Audited Vouchers 774 -894 132 September 18, 2002, continued Prepay Vouchers 774 Fund General Fund Highway Fund Lansing Lighting Lansing Water Districts Capital Fund Water #19 Capital Fund Water #12 Ext #2 Capital Fund Water # 2 Ext #3 WM MIA K1010417.0-FIRINTI 395208*45 1,249.74 80,189:03 2,919.74 2,049.60 896.70 Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor EPOC is still working on the floating classroom. He was unable to attend the Watershed meeting but will be discussing the $480,000 grant with Debbie next week. He will be attending the Gossett meeting next week. He is still meeting with the Historical Committee and will be submitting budget figures to the Board. Tompkins County Ag and Protection Board has sent out a survey to the Tompkins County Farm Community. ■Y , e She did not attend the Library Committee meeting on finances but Mr. Farkas did. Mr. Wadell is challenging the statics that were presented. The idea of floating docks on the southend of the opening of Salmon Creek would be to shallow . Mrs. Greenly stated that she has to step down from the Water Resource Committee as she is unable to attend the scheduled meetings. Mr. McEver will be replacing Mrs. Greenly on the Committee. The Planning Board will be doing their yearly tour on Sunday, September 22nd, from 1:00 to 4:00. The scheduled second and fourth Monday Planning Board meetings have had full agendas. They have hired Susan Brock to go over the final parts of the code changes that have been done. Sewer is still moving ahead. The meeting with the chief engineer and DEC was last week. The next meeting is this week. Mr. Farkas reported that the two agencies have agreed to put together funds to hire a facilitator six hours a week for six months to move things forward. Watchtower is also waiting for a time flame on sewer. Time Warner Cable Franchise agreement does not have a lot of changes for the Town. The two things that they are looking at is a better arrangement than 80 houses in a one mile strip to get any additional cable and moving it to 20 houses per mile and 10 houses in a half mile stip. Anything under that Time Warner Cable and the owners would split the cost for the installation. The State in 1997 allowed Time Warner Cable to recoup their tax money through fees in their bills. This has been challenged. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 24th. As part of the budget process the Board has talked about upgrading some things within the Town. One of the items was installing a drop down screen in the Board Room. Bonny obtained an estimate from Stellar Stereo. The Board will also look into a projector and lap top L7 September 18, 2002, continued computer on State bid. Also upgrading of electrical outlets throughout the building will be looked at. At the last meeting the Board had a chance to look at the percentage the Town of Lansing is paying of the County taxes. There are new figures as of September 12, 2002. It went from $773 million to $898 million. We are within 30 million dollars of the city of Ithaca with having the largest of the taxes paid within the County. The County Board continues talking about raising taxes after they have assessed and reassessed the Town of Lansing and plans on doing it again next year based on sales. He is not sure the 100% Assessed Valuation process is legal. He plans on going to the County Board meetings and meeting with individual County Board members on this matter. Tompkins County is the only County within New York State that has a Human Rights Commission funded at a cost of $250,000. Mr. Shattuck is urging everyone to attend the County Board meeting on September 24, 2002, SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUTOMATIC RENEWAL ON SENIOR CITIZEN/DISABILITY EXEMPTIONS RESOLUTION, offered by Francis Shattuck and seconded by Meg Overstrom: WHEREAS, New York State Law provides that the Town of Lansing may adopt a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption; and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has adopted a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Exemption, and has suggested that the Town of Lansing may wish to do so as well; WHEREAS, adopting the automatic renewal provisions for the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption would be a convenience to the residents of the Town of Lansing, the Lansing Town Clerk and Tompkins County; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held at 7:20 p.m. on October 16, 2002 at the Lansing Town Hall to receive public comment regarding the adoption of a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor PUBLIC HEARING FOR INCREASE IN SENIOR CITIZEN/DISABILITY EXEMPTIONS RESOLUTION, offered by Francis Shattuck, and seconded by Katrina Greenly: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing provides for a Real Property Tax exemption to Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities based upon income levels; and WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing currently allows a reduction in real property taxes for Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities with annual income levels below $28,899.00; and WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature has recently passed legislation to allow the maximum annual income levels to be raised to $29,900.00; therefore it is RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held at 7:25 p.m. on October 16, 2002 at the 134 September 18, 2002, continued Lansing Town Hall to receive public comment regarding the proposed amendment of the maximum annual income level to qualify for the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor Mr. John informed the Board that they are working on the draft ordinance for open burning. He will get it to the Board members before the October meeting. 1-W-4XILU # ,/ W RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mrs. Overstrom: RESOLVED, that the Regular Meeting be adjourned to go into Executive Session to discuss possible litigation at 9:15 p.m. Carried. RESOLUTION, offered by Mrs. Overstrom and seconded by Mr. McEver: RESOLVED, that the Executive Session be terminated at 9:25 p.m. and the Regular Meeting be reconvened. CST' I Meeting adjourned at the call of the Supervisor at 9:28 p.m. Minutes taken and executed by the Deputy Town Clerk. 135 Regular Town Board Meeting Date: September 18, 2002 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Lansing Town Hall Board Room Agenda 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Privilege of the Floor: a) Anyone wishing to address the Board. 4. Public Hearing - 7:15 p.m. - Change term of Office for Supervisor, Town Clerk and Highway Superintendent. 5. Engineer's Report, 6. Highway Superintendent's Report, 7. Code Enforcement Officer's Report, 8. Resolution to Establish the position of Account Clerk/Typist in Supervisor's Office, 9. Resolution to Advertise for bids for Independent Auditing Services. 10. Proclamation to Parks & Recreation Department for Summer Concert Session, 11, Approve Audit. 12, Board Member Reports. 13. Executive Session if needed. 14. Adjournment. 136 September 18, 2002 The Lansing Town Board met in Regular Session at the Lansing Town Board Room at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor Farkas presiding. The Supervisor called the meeting to order and had the clerk take the Roll Call. Katrina Greenly Doug McEver Meg Overstrom Francis Shattuck Stephen Farkas Bonita Boles Debbie Crandall Rich John Roll Call Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Supervisor Present Town Clerk Absent Deputy Town Clerk Present Town Attorney Present VISITORS: Jack French, Dick Platt, Dave Herrick, Ric Dietrich, Jon Howe, Chet Saluster, Shawn Osborn, David Delong, Lyndia Woods, Sarah Thomson, John Mares, Connie Wilcox, Mr. Boerman and Engineer, and Dawn Urbany. The Supervisor called for everyone to stand and say the Pledge of Allegiance. Representatives from the Ithaca Youth Bureau along with kids who have been in the program addressed the Board. Mr. Chet Saluster stated that the Outing Program is an outdoor adventure program that focuses on helping kids to challenge themselves, learn about the world around them, become compassionate and effective community members and have fun. The kids develop a sense of responsibility, both for oneself and ones own actions and attitudes and for other people. Ability to listen well to what others are saying or trying to say. Self- confidence to be able to speak your ideas and feelings honestly and effectively. Ability to solve problems as part of a group, to learn how to reach out to those who may be different from you and encourage others. Also, the awareness it takes to look out for yourself and the rest of the group. The Outing Program focuses on helping kids to develop all of these strengths. Outdoor adventure is the tool that is used to achieve this for it is one of the very best tools for doing so. There are kids from all walks of life, of every academic ability level, of each gender, and from a variety of economic and social groups coming together to strive for these goals in order to get the adventures of their dreams. This diversity, our focus and the challenge of high adventure are the great strengths of the Outing Program. Activities include, flat & moving water, canoeing, rock climbing, nature survival training, camping skills, fire building, outdoor cooking, caving, backpacking, winter camping, group challenges and so much more. Jonathan, David and Shawn all attendees of the program told the Board how the program benefitted them and encouraged the Board to do what they could to keep the program alive. Mr. Farkas asked the group what the Board could do to help. The members stated that their funding was being cut through the County Board. There plan was to go to all Town Boards in the County and ask for their support and help. This is a program that you don't find in the school or Lansing Recreation program. The Board was supportive of the program and encouraged them to attend the County meetings to let them know how important the program was. Proof of Notice having been furnished, the Public Hearing to discuss the change of terms 137 September 18, 2002, continued of office for Supervisor, Town Clerk and Highway Superintendent was called to order at 7:15 p.m. Mr. Shattuck moved to open the public hearing and was seconded by Mr. McEver, Carried. Mr. John discussed the positive effects and negative effects of changing the terms from two years to four. Mr. Farkas asked if there were any comments. There were none. All persons desiring to be heard, having been heard Mr. McEver moved to close the public hearing at 7:20 p.m., seconded by Mrs. Greenly. Carried. RESOLU'T'ION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mr. McEver: WHEREAS, Certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number One, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL NO, 1 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Supervisor shall be elected for a term of four years. Section 3. Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Supervisor, Section 4. This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 2002. Section 5. Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. Section 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law, ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition # 1: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." 138 September 18, 2002, continued The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Supervisor of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mr. McEver: VVMREAS, certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number Two, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL No. 2 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Clerk shall be elected for a term of four years. Section 3. Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Clerk. Section 4. This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 2002. Section Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. Section 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements.of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition #2: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina. Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board . 0 1 (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson 139 September 18, 2002, continued Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck, seconded by Mr. McEver: WHEREAS, certification to the Board of Elections of the County of Tompkins: Notice is hereby given, that at the General Election to be held in this State on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, the following proposal will be submitted to the electors of the Town of Lansing for approval: Proposal Number Three, a Local Law TEXT OF PROPOSAL No. 3 RE: A local law providing a four -year term for the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing Section 1. The terms of office of elective positions of Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing shall be four years. Such four -year term shall commence on the first day of January following the first biennial town election after the effective date of this local law. Section 2. At the biennial town election next following the effective date of this local law, and every four years thereafter, the Town Highway Superintendent shall be elected for a term of four years. Section 3. Pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law, this local law shall supersede in its application to the Town of Lansing Section 24 of the Town Law with respect to the terms of office of the elective Town Highway Superintendent, Section 4. This local law shall be submitted for approval to the electors of the Town of Lansing at the next general town election to be held on November 5, 2002. Section 5. Any other local law, ordinance or resolution inconsistent herewith is hereby repealed. Section 6. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State after approval by a majority of the electors voting thereon in accordance with the requirements of Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. ABSTRACT OF PROPOSED LOCAL LAW Proposition #3: Shall a Local Law changing the term of office of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing from a two -year term to a four -year term be approved? Abstract: The title of this Local Law is "A Local Law Amending the Term of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing pursuant to Section 24 -a of the Town Law." The purpose of this proposition is to change the elective term of office of the Town Highway Superintendent of the Town of Lansing from two years to four years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor 140 September 18, 2002, continued Mr. Farkas asked the audience if there was anyone who wished to address the Board. No one addressed the Board. M Mr. Herrick presented the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form, a copy of the Engineer's Report and a print of the subdivision map to the Board. After further discussion the following resolution was adopted. RESOLUTION, offered by Meg Overstrom and seconded by Katrina Greenly: WHEREAS, a request of the owner of the effected properties has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York for the establishment of a Water District in said Town to be bounded and described as follows: WHEREAS, the properties are located adjacent to Brickyard and Wilson Roads, being tax map parcels 32.44.2 and 32.44.5 located in the Town of Lansing, a map of the affected land being included with the engineering plans submitted to the Town Board, and WHEREAS, it is proposed that water be supplied through the Town water system from the Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission source at Bolton Point on Cayuga Lake, and the Commission has determined that adequate supply exists to provide service to the proposed district extension, and WHEREAS, the construction proposed consists of the installation of approximately 780 linear feet of 8 inch ductile iron pipe connected to the ductile iron water main on Brickyard Road; and the installation of one inch service lines to two proposed subdivision parcels, together with appurtenant facilities including valves, fire hydrants and connections to the existing mains, in accordance with a map, plan and report contained within an Engineer's Report prepared by the developer's engineer, which report is now on file in the office of the Town Clerk of the said Town, and WHEREAS, the maximum amount proposed to be expended for the said Water District, as stated in the said petition, is the sum of Fifty Thousand and 00 /100 dollars ($50,000.00), to be financed by the developer of the land. The estimated average annual cost of water for an average single family home with the district extension is in the amount of $316, and the estimated average one time hook -up fees for connection of the service line to each residence in the amount of $1,175.00; therefore it is hereby ORDERED and RESOLVED, that a meeting of the Town Board of the said Town of Lansing shall be held at the Lansing Town Hall, Lansing, New York, on the 16th day of October 2002 at 7:30 in the evening of that day to consider the said petition and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same and for such other action on the vote of said Town Board with relation to the said petition as may be required by law or proper in the premises. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor 141 September 18, 2002, continued The pathway and subdividing of the one parcel property will be put on the September 23, 2002 agenda for the Planning Board meeting. Water District Consolidation Mr. John, Mr. Herrick and Mr. Farkas met with the Town of Plattsburgh on September 13, 2002 to discuss their water district consolidation process. Mr. John gave an overview of the meeting. The Town of Plattsburgh just consolidated the debts that were in the existing districts. Mr. John discussed the high standards to the referendum procedure. Mr. Herrick would like to reconvene the committee and verify the direction that should be �I. The Board agreed to look into the process of consolidating the districts along with the addition of future extensions. Mr. Herrick will take back the two step process to the Water Consolidation Committee and have them make a recommendation to the Town Board, Marion Lane Water District Mr. Herrick informed the Board that he had a positive response from Mr. Eisenhut in joining the extension of water to Marion Lane, Mr. Herrick will report back to the Board at a later date. Whispering Pines Mr. Herrick and Mr. French met to discuss the repairs that are needed to fix the road. A $15,000 bond for the repairs will be provided by the contractor. Mr. John informed the Board that the arrangements for the bond are being taken care of. Mr. Farkas met with the contractor that is going to build on the extension. The contractor is allowed to only clear the lot at this time. Nothing further can be done until it has been approved by the Planning Board and building permits can be issued. Watchtower Project Mr. Farkas has met with representatives from Watchtower who are requesting copies of the proposed map on the sewer district and water district. Mr. Herrick will E -mail the request to Watchtower. SPEED LIMIT ON BUCK ROAD Mr. John Mares of 170 Buck Road approached the Board requesting a reduction in the speed limit on Buck Road. Mr. Farkas informed him that they had just heard from the State that both Wilson and Buck roads were denied the prior request. The next step would be to try to convince the State that conditions have changed since the first request and resubmit the petition and request to the State. Mrs. Overstrom also suggested that Mr. Mares meet with Highway Superintendent, Jack French concerning the matter. OUTING PROGRAM Dawn Urbany of 4 Lansing Heights Road addressed the Board concerning the positive outcomes of the children that are involved in the Outing Program. She sees the short term and long term effects of the children in the school system along with her own two children that have gone through the program. She stressed what an exceptional program it is. She asked the Board to be involved in keeping the program. 142 September 18, 2002, continued Mr. Farkas stressed to her how important it was to gather people to write letters to the County Legislators and attend the County meetings as they have control over the funding of the program. The Board will do the same. Mr. Farkas reported for Mr. French. • �� I The 40' drainage on Stormy View Road has now been completed. Hot Mix The 3.2 miles of hot mix has been completed. Municipal Auction The Municipal Auction was a success. The Highway equipment sold for an amount of $13,890. The Recreation Department tractor sold for $16,000. The total sale of the auction was $699,198.50 of which the Town receives 1%. The Lions Club concession took in $1700. A portion of Salmon Creek Road to French Hill had to be closed Sunday due to the heavy rains. The flooding caused a mud slide. W . e - 6 �.'� Pill �� ! The waterlines have been installed at the old Highway Department. NU NN" 1 —_V1 M_ 1 ,,1,s Mr. Platt reviewed the Code Office monthly report for August. He stated that they were up 6 permits and $719,286.00 in project costs. Mr. Platt urged the Board to address the open burning issue. Also he felt that there should be no outside accumulation on building sites and that contractors be required to have an outhouse. RESOLUTION offered by Doug McEver and seconded by Francis Shattuck: WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor has presented a request to hire a person in the position of an account clerk/typist for a 90 day temporary position in the office of the Town Supervisor; and WHEREAS, this account clerk/typist position would be a Civil Service position; and WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor has demonstrated the need for such a position; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Lansing create a Civil Service position for a temporary account clerk/typist to work in the office of the Lansing Town Supervisor based on the Civil Service Exam scheduled in October of 2002, and will advertise the position as required by Town Law. September 18, 2002, continued Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES RESOLUTION, offered by Meg Overstrom and seconded by Doug McEver: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing requires auditing of the annual financial records of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, and Town Court; and WHEREAS, this auditing process is to take place for each department at least once every three years; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor is authorized to prepare a request for proposal and advertise such request for proposal for independent auditing services regarding the auditing of the annual financial records for the Town of Lansing offices of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, and Town Court to take place at least once every three years. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor PROCLAMATION TO PARKS & REC FATION DEPARTMENT RESOLUTION, offered by Katrina Greenly, seconded by Doug McEver: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Parks & Recreation Department held a series of Concerts at Myers Park during the summer of 2002; and WHEREAS, this Concert Series provided a range of musical styles and performances throughout the Summer season and was well received and attended; and WHEREAS, the Concert Series provided quality summer entertainment for the families of the Town of Lansing; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that the Town Board issue a Proclamation commending the Lansing Parks & Recreation Department for its excellent work in scheduling and implementing the 2002 Town of Lansing Summer Concert Series. Vote Vote Vote Vote Vote AUDIT RESOLUI of Town of Town of Town of Town of Town 'ION Board ... (Aye) Board ... (Aye) Board ... (Aye) Board ... (Aye) Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Doug McEver, Councilperson Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Stephen Farkas, Supervisor RESOLUTION offered by Mrs. Overstrom and seconded by Mr. McEver: bills: RESOLVED, that the bookkeeper is hereby authorized and directed to pay the following Consolidated Abstract #009 Audited Vouchers 774 -894 144 September 18, 2002, continued Prepay Vouchers 774 Emd General Fund Highway Fund Lansing Lighting Lansing Water Districts Capital Fund Water #19 Capital Fund Water #12 Ext #2 Capital Fund Water # 2 Ext #3 I Total Appropriations $33,236.33 39,208.45 1,249.74 80,189.03 2,919.74 2,049.60 896.70 Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor EPOC is still working on the floating classroom. He was unable to attend the Watershed meeting but will be discussing the $480,000 grant with Debbie next week. He will be attending the Gossett meeting next week. He is still meeting with the Historical Committee and will be submitting budget figures to the Board. Tompkins County Ag and Protection Board has sent out a survey to the Tompkins County Farm Community. • opq She did not attend the Library Committee meeting on finances but Mr. Farkas did. Mr. Wadell is challenging the statics that were presented. The idea of floating docks on the southend of the opening of Salmon Creek would be to shallow. Mrs. Greenly stated that she has to step down from the Water Resource Committee as she is unable to attend the scheduled meetings. Mr. McEver will be replacing Mrs. Greenly on the Committee. LODO ��. The Planning Board will be doing their yearly tour on Sunday, September 22nd, from 1:00 to 4 :00. The scheduled second and fourth Monday Planning Board meetings have had full agendas. They have hired Susan Brock to go over the final parts of the code changes that have been done. Sewer is still moving ahead. The meeting with the chief engineer and DEC was last week. The next meeting is this week. Mr. Farkas reported that the two agencies have agreed to put together funds to hire a facilitator six hours a week for six months to move things forward. Watchtower is also waiting for a time frame on sewer. Time Warner Cable Franchise agreement does not have a lot of changes for the Town. The two things that they are looking at is a better arrangement than 80 houses in a one mile strip to get any additional cable and moving it to 20 houses per mile and 10 houses in a half mile stip. Anything under that Time Warner Cable and the owners would split the cost for the installation. The State in 1997 allowed Time Warner Cable to recoup their tax money through fees in their bills. This has been challenged. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 24th. As part of the budget process the Board has talked about upgrading some things within the Town. One of the items was installing a drop down screen in the Board Room. Bonny obtained an estimate from Stellar Stereo. The Board will also look into a projector and lap top A 45 September 18, 2002, continued computer on State bid. Also upgrading of electrical outlets throughout the building will be looked at. At the last meeting the Board had a chance to look at the percentage the Town of Lansing is paying of the County taxes. There are new figures as of September 12, 2002. It went from $773 million to $898 million. We are within 30 million dollars of the city of Ithaca with having the largest of the taxes paid within the County. The County Board continues talking about raising taxes after they have assessed and reassessed the Town of Lansing and plans on doing it again next year based on sales. He is not sure the 100% Assessed Valuation process is legal. He plans on going to the County Board meetings and meeting with individual County Board members on this matter. Tompkins County is the only County within New York State that has a Human Rights Commission funded at a cost of $250,000. Mr. Shattuck is urging everyone to attend the County Board meeting on September 24, 2002, SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUTOMATIC RENEWAL ON SENIOR CITIZEN/DISABILITY EXEMPTIONS RESOLUTION, offered by Francis Shattuck and seconded by Meg Overstrom: WHEREAS, New York State Law provides that the Town of Lansing may adopt a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption; and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has adopted a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Exemption, and has suggested that the Town of Lansing may wish to do so as well; WHEREAS, adopting the automatic renewal provisions for the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption would be a convenience to the residents of the Town of Lansing, the Lansing Town Clerk and Tompkins County; therefore, it is RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held at 7:20 p.m. on October 16, 2002 at the Lansing Town Hall to receive public comment regarding the adoption of a local law providing for the automatic renewal of the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor EXEMPTIONS RESOLUTION, offered by Francis Shattuck, and seconded by Katrina Greenly: WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing provides for a Real Property Tax exemption to Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities based upon income levels; and WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing currently allows a reduction in real property taxes for Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities with annual income levels below $28,899.00; and WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature has recently passed legislation to allow the maximum annual income levels to be raised to $29,900.00; therefore it is RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held at 7:25 p.m. on October 16, 2002 at the 146 September 18, 2002, continued Lansing Town Hall to receive public comment regarding the proposed amendment of the maximum annual income level to qualify for the Senior Citizen and persons with disabilities Real Property Tax Exemption. Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Katrina Greenly, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Meg Overstrom, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Francis Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ...' (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor pw , ' " Ij Mr. John informed the Board that they are working on the draft ordinance for open burning. He will get it to the Board members before the October meeting. [WA-ZOLM."I WINS111M RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mrs. Overstrom: RESOLVED, that the Regular Meeting be adjourned to go into Executive Session to discuss possible litigation at 9:15 p.m. Carried. RESOLUTION, offered by Mrs. Overstrom and seconded by Mr. McEver: RESOLVED, that the Executive Session be terminated at 9:25 p.m. and the Regular Meeting be reconvened. Carried. Meeting adjourned at the call of the Supervisor at 9:28 p.m. Minutes taken and executed by the Deputy Town Clerk.