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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-11-17217 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING Date: November 17, 2004 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Lansing Town Hall Boardroom AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Privilege of the Floor: a) Anyone wishing to address the Board 5. Engineer's Report 6. Highway Superintendent's Report 7. Code Enforcement Officer's Report 8. Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan 9, Approve Audit 10. Approve Board Minutes of November 3, 2004 11. Board Member Reports 12, Executive Session if needed 13. Adjourn Meeting 218 November 17, 2004 The Lansing Town Board met in Regular Session at the Lansing Town Hall 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. Stephen Farkas Marty Christopher Doug McEver Bud Shattuck Connie Wilcox Bonny Boles Guy Krogh ROLL CALL Supervisor Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Councilperson Present Town Clerk Present Town Attorney Present VISITORS: Dave Herrick, Dick Platt, Janice and Gary Ormsby, Matt Besemer, Steve Colt, Penny Barresi, Margaret Marcoux, Ryan Janowski and Jack French (8:00 P.M.) The Supervisor lead all present in the Pledge of Allegiance. CASS PROGRAM: Penny Barresi and Margaret Marcoux from the Lansing School District went over a new program they are putting into place and asked the Board and community for their help. They stated that the program deals with peer aggression, relational aggression, physical aggression, verbal aggression and bullying. They gave an overview of the program and their expectations of it. They also asked the Board and community members to help develop an awareness of what peer aggression is and foster a caring and safe school and community. They will also deal with the Lansing Recreation Program in trying to promote the program. JANICE 0"INJUY — Mrs. Ormsby stated that when she received approval for her parking lot on East Shore Drive, about 2 years ago, she originally had 8 spaces. Mr. Platt recently issued her a permit for an extra 10 to 12 spaces with the understanding that it was for personal use. There was a misunderstanding between Mr. Platt and Mr. and Mrs. Ormsby. After a short discussion, it was decided that the Ormsby's would need to go to the ZBA Board to get the matter taken care of. RYAN JAN L ESS N: Mr. Janowski approached the Town Board regarding a Public Hearing for a proposed Cingular Wireless tower to be erected on Conlon Road (owned by Mary . Searles) in the Town of Lansing. The Board Members will give Mr. Janowski a list of recommendations and questions that may come up at the public hearing. After a discussion, the following resolution was offered: RESOLUTION 04 -201 Resolution Establishing Public Hearing for Proposed Cingular Cell Tower on Conlon Road At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Martin Christopher, and r 219 Continued, November 17, 2004 was duly seconded by Connie Wilcox; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, Cingular has presented a detailed site plan for a cellular tower on Conlon Road and is in the process of making formal application to construct such tower; and WHEREAS, the Town Board desires public comment and input upon the topic; and WHEREAS, and after review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing will be held at the Lansing Town Hall, 29 Auburn Road, Lansing, New York, being in the Town of Lansing, on the 15th day of December, 2004, at 7:15 o'clock P.M., to consider the aforesaid project, and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, and to take such action thereon as is required or permitted by law; and it is further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York, is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of this Resolution to be published in the official newspaper of the Town of Lansing, and also to post a copy thereof on the Town signboard maintained by the Town Clerk, in accord with law. DAVE HERRICK — TOWN ENGINEER: Storm Water: Mr. Herrick and Mr. Krogh will give each Board member a list of matters regarding storm water to consider before making a decision. Mr. Shattuck stated that he feels the Town Board should have the final approval in all storm water decisions. Mr. Farkas thought the Planning Board could approve them if they were generic. The matter will be discussed at a later date. New Definition of an EDU for CDW Charges: RESOLUTION 04 -202 Resolution Adopting New Definition of an EDU for CWD Charges At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Martin Christopher; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, the Town Board has long considered refining the definition and formulae for calculating an "Equivalent Dwelling Unit" ( "EDU ") to promote a fairer calculation, particularly as to multiple dwelling units; and WHEREAS, the Town Board had engaged the Town Engineer to prepare a recommendation regarding the same; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby 220 Continued, November 17, 2004 RESOLVED, that the revised "Schedule B ", as attached to the Minutes of this meeting, be and hereby is adopted, and is to be and become effective as of 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2005. SCHEDULE B DEFINITION OF UNITS FOR PURPOSES OF CONSOLIDATED WATER DISTRICT CHARGES Single Family House ............................1 Unit Two Family House...,..... ..1.2 Units Multiple Dwellings . ..............................1 Unit for each of the first 3 dwelling units. For the fourth and each subsequent dwelling unit 0.75 Unit. Mobile Home Park . ..............................1 Unit for each mobile home space Commercial Property, .. I Unit for each store or separate (Not otherwise defined) place of business School — Education, Non - Residential,....... 11 Unit for each 10 students or faculty Group Living Accommodations ..................1 Unit for each 3 beds or 3 Occupants (e.g., dormitories or other facilities where groups of generally unrelated persons reside) Motels..................... ..............................1 Unit for each sleeping room Boarding Houses and Rooming Houses .......... I Unit for each sleeping room or for each two occupants, whichever results in more units Professional Offices ..... ..............................1 Unit for each office Gas Stations .............. ..............................1 Unit for each service bay or stall I ndustrial.................. ..............................1 Unit for each 16,000 cubic feet or part thereof of water consumed annually using a three year rolling average based on water meter readings. Restaurants and Food Service Establishments...I Unit plus 1 unit for each 5,000 square feet of building floor area Any use or occupancy which is reasonably susceptible of inclusion in more than one category shall be deemed to be in the category resulting in the largest number of units. The final determination of the applicable category shall rest with the Lansing Town Board. Any uses not specifically defined may be defined by the Lansing Town Board, Sewer Committee: The next meeting will be held on December 22, 2004 and Mr. Herrick felt that it would be a good meeting. DICK PLATT — CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. Monthly Report: Mr. Platt handed out his monthly report and stated that they are up from last year in the number of permits by 10 and up in project costs by $ 59,548.00. Chanlles to the Electrical Inspection Fee Schedule: RESOLUTION 04 -203 221 Continued, November 17, 2004 Resolution Amending Electric Inspection Fee Schedule At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Martin Christopher; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, the Town Code Enforcement Office has reviewed costs and the current electric inspection fee schedule and recommended changes and updates to the same; and WHEREAS, adoption of certain changes will bring the fee schedule in line with neighboring municipalities and ease the calculation of the fees due for such inspections; and WHEREAS, and after review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2005, the Electric Fee Schedule be amended as follows: 1. The minimum inspection fee is amended from $55.00 to $60.00. 2. The fee for item 4, sensor inspection, is amended from $0.85 to $1.00. 3. The fee for item 5, signaling device inspection, is amended from $0.85 to $1.00. 4. The fee for item 6, exit light, is amended from $0.25 to $1.00. 5. The fee for item 7, emergency light inspection, is amended from $0.25 to $1.00. 6. The fee for item 14, fixture inspection, is amended from $0.25 to $0.35. 7. The fee for item 17, lighting track, is amended from $0.25 to $0.35. 8. The fee for item 18, lighting track (head) is amended from $0.25 to $0.35. 9. The fee for item 19 multi outlet system inspection, is amended from $0.25 to $0.35. 10. A new fee is added for Transformer inspection as follows: 26 -75 KVA inspections are $33.00. T Mr. Platt gave all Board Members a copy of what the Town of Enfield has in place regarding mass gatherings. Mr. Krogh will put something together for the Board Members to look over for the next meeting on December 15, 2004. Better Housing Waivers: RESOLUTION 04 -204 Resolution Waiving Building Electrical Inspection Fees For Better Housing of Tompkins County 222 Continued, November 17, 2004 At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Connie Wilcox, and was duly seconded by Douglas McEver; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, Better Housing of Tompkins County, Inc. ( "Better Housing "), pursuant to Community Development Block Grant Funds received by the Town of Lansing, contracts with the Town to fulfill grant requirements and select eligible homeowners within the Town; and WHEREAS, under Town Resolutions, Local Laws and Ordinances, Better Housing is required to pay building permit fees, which the Town then reimburses from grant money; and WHEREAS, the Town Board supports such renovations and improvements and desires to facilitate Better Housing in fulfilling its contract with the Town, while simultaneously providing the maximum amount of available grant money for the Town's needy residents, and WHEREAS, and after review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that Better Housing be and hereby is exempted from paying electrical inspection fees in the Town of Lansing until further Resolution or Order of this Board. Public Hearing to Amend Junk Yard Ordinance_ RESOLUTION 04 -205 Resolution Scheduling Public Hearing for Consideration of Amendment to Junk Storage Ordinance Pertaining to Outdoor Storage At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Martin Christopher; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, the Town has recognized that the outdoor storage of business inventory can create unsightly conditions, environmental hazards, and other deleterious effects; and l WHEREAS; a draft amendment to the Junk Storage Ordinance has been under consideration for a period of months, which proposed amendment may: (1) make it unlawful to store or hold any equipment, materials, parts and inventory outside of any building owned, leased or controlled by a business, other than inside an enclosed yard that is surrounded by a fence of no less than five feet in height which screens such yard from public view; (2) require that each such yard have a impermeable floor; (3) require proper sloping and drainage; (4) prevent the storage of certain hazardous, toxic, noxious, or carcinogenic materials outside of any fully enclosed building with an impermeable floor, and; (5) provide for waivers; and r 22a Continued, November 17, 2004 WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing will be held at the Lansing Town Hall, 29 Auburn Road, Lansing, New York, being in the Town of Lansing, on the 15th day of December, 2004, at 7:05 o'clock P.M., to consider the aforesaid amendment to the Junk Storage Ordinance, and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, and to take such action thereon as is required or permitted by law; and it is further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk of the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York, is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of this Resolution to be published in the official newspaper of the Town of Lansing, and also to post a copy thereof on the Town signboard maintained by the Town Clerk, in accord with law. STEVE COLT — RECREATION DIRECTOR: Mr. Colt went over the following agenda and stated that he would like the credit card capability in place for the boat lottery that takes place in January. Parks & Recreation Department 11/17/04 Town Board Meeting Myers Park entrance situation - construction project at 3 Park Lane is completed. The ruts on our property are filled in. The final clean up of our property (topsoil and grass seed) will be done in the spring by Harry Zimmer. Loss Control Inspection -of our 3 parks (Myers, Ludlowville, Ballfield Complex) was done on Tuesday by Michelle Leroux. She commented that our facilities were by far the nicest that she has seen in the area. Her only finding was that some of our "spring toys" needed to have their handles re- fitted to meet code. She mentioned that she would email us a list of distributors. Ballfield backstop repair /replacement- has been planned to take place within the next 3 to 6 weeks. We want this work to be done now so that we are ready in the spring. Each of the 3 suppliers has no problem with working now and taking payment in January. (Whitmore, Arrow, Atlas) fence companies. Each has been here already to estimate the job. Specifically, for Field E backstop and both bench screens. Marina repairs at Myers - should be starting in several weeks. Darin Parsons with Shoreline Development met with me and Charlie Nedrow yesterday to do a final job scope review. I have already contacted the DEC and the Army Corp of Engineers for the appropriate permits. Repairs include retaining wall repair with new steel posts to replace the rotted and broken wooden poles. Also, several docks will be repaired. Credit Card capability -for our department through the Trust Company. Debbie Smith mentioned that the Trust Company can easily set up the account and will only pass on the actual percentage cost with no extra fees. The Trust Company will also supply all of the equipment needed and train us to use it. Our current phone lines are sufficient to take care of the transactions requirements. >Average card fees range from 1.53 % -2.1 %. Check card fee is .98 %. We calculated costs based on using 2 %. >CC sales are batched at the end of each day with deposit to account made the following day. >Automated billing is done monthly and includes a detailed statement. >Web based batch viewing is available for 6 months. >CC fee recapture could be done via handling charges or administrative fees for the additional transaction involvement. 224 Continued, November 17, 2004 Benefits of accentine Credit Cards: Ease of payment for our customers. Secure payments immediately. Enable us to go to a full Reservation system for camping and pavilion rentals. Potential to now register for programs electronically from our web page. Back up records from the batch files generated in the transaction. Reduce the handling of cash. Use of Credit Cards for the Recreation Department: RESOLUTION 04 -206 Resolution Authorizing the Department of Parks & Recreation to Utilize Credit Cards for Processing Transactions At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Douglas McEver, and was duly seconded by Connie Wilcox; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, the Department of Parks & Recreation, through its Supervisor, has analyzed the costs and benefits (and detriments) of allowing and utilizing credit cards to facilitate transactions relating to Parks & Recreation functions, such as but not limited to boat slip reservations, payments for camping rentals, etc., and has concluded that he and the Department recommends that the Town Board approve the same as there are efficiency, auditing, and constituent user benefits arising therefore; and WHEREAS, there is no fee to the Town for the use of credit card machines, and no fee to the Town for the necessary training associated therewith; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that Steve Colt be and hereby is authorized to engage the Tompkins Trust Company to install credit card processing machines in the offices of the Parks & Recreation Department, and to accept and utilize credit cards to process transactions within the Department, all upon such terms as he believes are in the best interests of the Department of Parks and Recreation and of the Town. JACK FRENCH — HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT: Parking Problems on LansinLyville /Davis Road: Mr. French asked the Board to pass a resolution so the County can place NO Parking signs on Lansingville Road. Mr. French will place them on Davis Road. The Board agreed and passed the following resolution: RESOLUTION 04 -207 Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Placement of "No Parking" Signage at and Near the Intersections of Lansingville Road and Davis Road At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, 225 Continued, November 17, 2004 Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Martin Christopher; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, there is a recognized hazard being created by roadside parking at and near the intersections of Lansingville Road and Davis Road; and WHEREAS, the Highway Department, through its Supervisor, has inspected and has analyzed and investigated this issue and has made recommendations to this Board and to the County Highway Department; and WHEREAS, the County Highway Department requires the approval of the Town Board before placing "No Parking" signs at and /or near such intersection upon any county road thereat located, Lansingville Road being a County road and Davis Road being a Town Road; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that the installation and placement of "No Parking" signage at and within 1,000 feet of the intersection of Lansingville Road and Davis Road be and hereby is authorized and approved, and the County and Town Highway Departments may confer and cooperate to decide upon the pattern and placement of such signage. Highway Superintendents Meeting: Mr. French will attend a meeting with all Tompkins County Highway Superintendents and the County Legislative to appoint a new County Superintendent. Mr. French will keep the Board posted on this matter. Village of Lansing to go to all Salt: Mr. French has been informed that the Village of Lansing will be using all salt this winter instead of a salt and sand mixture. Mr. French stated that a ton of salt costs $ 26.00 per ton where a ton of sand costs $ 4.00 per ton. TOMPKINS COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: After a discussion between all Board Members, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION 04 -208 Resolution in Support of Adoption of Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Martin Christopher; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - nay; Connie Wilcox — nay; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 3 -2, and was duly adopted: .226 Continued, November 17, 2004 WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Planning Department, with guidance, advice, and recommendations from the Tompkins County Planning Advisory Board, has developed a Tompkins County Comprehensive plan that addresses regional and intermunicipal issues that affect the daily lives of Tompkins County residents, such as housing, transportation, jobs, the environment, and neighborhoods and communities; and WHEREAS, the Draft Comprehensive Plan was presented at 17 community group and advisory board meetings, 14 open houses, and at public meetings in all municipalities in the county, whereat feedback and comment thereupon was provided; and WHEREAS, an over - arching principle of the Draft County Comprehensive Plan is that Tompkins County will work proactively with towns, villages, the City of Ithaca, and State and Federal agencies to cooperatively address regional issues; and WHEREAS, the County recognizes that while New York State clearly places land use authority in the hands of its towns, villages, and cities, it also specifically recognizes that intermunicipal planning is needed to cooperatively address regional issues, and encourages the development of county comprehensive plans to address development and preservation issues that transcend local political boundaries; and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Comprehensive plan provides a strategic framework for addressing issues of mutual concern to municipalities throughout the County; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that the Town of Lansing supports the adoption of the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan by the Tompkins County Legislature. AUDIT APPROVAL 04-209 RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Shattuck and seconded by Mr. McEver: RESOLVED, that the bookkeeper is hereby authorized and directed to pay the following bills and to make the following budget modifications: Audited Vouchers: 1145-1283 PrePaid Vouchers 1145-1152 FUND TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS General Fund Highway Fund Lansing Lighting Lansing Water Districts Cherry Road Sewer Better Housing for Tompkins County Trust and Agency Budget Modifications: 90,877.03 119,768.77 1,252.86 3,353.36 28,454.18 53,958.44 24,205.13 FROM TO FOR AMOUNT A1110.400 Al 110.200 New Copier for Court Office 3,227.00 A1990.400 A1450.100 Elections — Personal Services 3,082.00 A1990.400 A1450.400 Elections — Contractual 545.00 A1630.403 A1630.405 Community Center — Repairs Adj. 1,000.00 227 Continued, November 17, 2004 A1630.400 A1630.405 Community Center — Repairs Adj. 260.00 A1990.400 A3120.402 Police — PWC Constable Adj. 4,825.00 Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Marty Christopher, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Doug McEver, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Bud Shattuck, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Connie Wilcox, Councilperson Vote of Town Board ... (Aye) Stephen Farkas, Supervisor APPROVE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 3,2004: A copy of the minutes of November 3, 2004, having been furnished to the Board Members beforehand, the Supervisor asked for a motion to make corrections or to accept the same as submitted. 04-210 RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. Christopher and seconded by Mr. McEver: RESOLVED, that the minutes of November 3, 2004 are hereby approved as submitted. Carried. RESOLUTION 04 -211 Resolution Appointing Barbara Barry to Youth Services Board At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Douglas McEver; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, there will be a vacancy upon the Youth Services Board, and a qualified and willing candidate has been located to fill such position; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2005, Barbara Bay be and hereby is appointed to the Board of the Youth Service Bureau, to serve a full term thereat. RESOLUTION 04 -212 Resolution Appointing Larry Sharpsteen to EMC At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and 228 Continued, November 17, 2004 was duly seconded by Douglas McEver; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, there will be a vacancy upon the Environmental Management Council ( "EMC "), and current member Larry Sharpsteen desires to continue in his role there; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2005, Larry Sharpsteen be and hereby is re- appointed to the EMC, to serve a full term thereat. RESOLUTION 04 -213 Resolution Appointing Dennis Griffin to Fire Disaster EMT Board At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Douglas McEver; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, there will be a vacancy upon the Fire Disaster EMT Board, and a qualified and willing candidate has been located to fill such position; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2005, Dennis Griffin be and hereby is appointed to the Fire Disaster EMT Board, to serve a full term thereat. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: MARTY CHRISTOPHER: Personnel Committee: Mr. Christopher stated that the Personnel Committee will hold a meeting on Friday which will be an informational meeting regarding an option to the Town's Health Insurance. Orientation Session for Employee Assistance Program: A meeting will be held on December 6, 2004 at 9:00 at the Town Hall Board Room for a brief orientation regarding the Employee Assistance Program. Karen Fritz, Contract Manager /Mental Health Consultant with Family and Children's Service of Ithaca will be the presenter. Christmas at the Gossitt Center: Mr. Christopher is still looking for donations from merchants at the Pyramid Mall. 229 Continued, November 17, 2004 BUD SHATTUCK. Post - Retirement Health Insurance Benefits: RESOLUTION 04 -214 Resolution Changing Qualification Requirements for Post - Retirement Health Insurance Benefits At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Lansing held in and for the Town of Lansing at the Lansing Town Hall on 17th day of November, 2004, the following members being present: Stephen Farkas, Supervisor; Francis Shattuck, Councilperson; Douglas McEver, Councilperson; Connie Wilcox, Councilperson; Martin Christopher, Councilperson; and the following members being absent: none; and the following motion for a Resolution was duly made by motion of Francis Shattuck, and was duly seconded by Douglas McEver; and the vote was as follows: Stephen Farkas — aye, Francis Shattuck — aye, Douglas McEver - aye; Connie Wilcox — aye; Martin Christopher — aye; and the following Resolution therefore passed 5 -0, and was duly adopted: WHEREAS, high costs of health insurance have forced the Town to consider changing the requirements for qualification for post- retirement health insurance benefits; and WHEREAS, retired employees with vested benefits will not be affected hereby; and WHEREAS, the new rules are designed so as to have a minimal impact upon current plan participants, while assuring that the plan retains sufficient funding in the future to afford benefits for plan participants; and WHEREAS, upon a review and discussion of the matter, the Town Board of the Town of Lansing has hereby RESOLVED, that qualification for post retirement health insurance benefits be and hereby is changed, effective January 1, 2005, as follows: 1. From January 1, 2005 until December 31, 2015, retiring plan participants shall be required to have 25 years of service and a minimum of 5 years of consecutive participation in the group health insurance plan. 2. Upon and after January 1, 2015, retiring plan participants shall be required to have 25 years of service and a minimum of 10 years of consecutive participation in the group health insurance plan. And it is further RESOLVED, that no additional requirements that may be applicable to qualification or eligibility for any benefit, either pre- or post retirement, are intended to or shall be affected, disturbed or supplanted hereby. CONNIE WILCOX* Lansing Housing Authority: George Gesslein will take over as Chairman until April of 2005. Bob Baker will remain on the Board but will step down as Chairman. 230 Continued, November 17, 2004 Lansing Fire District: The Election for new Officers will be held on December 14, 2004 and the only name submitted for Commissioner so far is Larry Creighton. Names submitted for Chief are Scott Purcell, Jeff Walters and Dennis Griffin. Bolton Point: The addition is still running behind schedule. Tompkins County Better Housing: The Grant is doing well and has helped quite a few people in the Lansing area. DOUG MCEVER: Storm Water Recommendations from the WRC: The final recommendations will be out by January 1, 2005 and Mr. McEver will give Board members a copy at that time. Personal Water Craft. Nothing is being discussed and Mr. McEver felt it is now a dead issue. I.O. Committee: Virgil Creek restoration has been completed. Six Mile Creek project is expected to be complete sometime in either September or October of next year. The grant is only guaranteed until June Is', but they will apply for an extension until December 31, 2005. Genoa line project will start this spring. Historical Building: The project has been packed away until spring of 2005. Mr. Shattuck informed Mr. McEver that himself, Mr. Farkas and, Louise Bement and Lou Emmick went to Auburn and met with the Cayuga County Historical Society. They looked at the log cabin that they want to give back to the Town of Lansing. Rick Lazarus, who also went with them, moves barns for a business. He felt moving the log cabin is doable. They had him look at the Historical Building also and he felt that he could have it erected in a few days. He will give the Town an estimate and Mrs. Bowman will try to find the money to get it done as quickly as possible. Hillhway Roof. Connie asked about the status of the roof at the Highway Department. Mr. French has contacted Dana Tyrrell who will be looking at the Highway Garage roof. The engineering firm that Dave Herrick contacted was a little pricey. They wanted the insulation replaced but the inspectors that have been there state the insulation is in fine shape. Hopefully, bids might go out next month. BUD SHATTUCK: On Voinlj sale at 18 Auburn Road: He stated that he called the Town as a resident of the community and complained about the on going yard sale at 18 Auburn Road. He felt this was a traffic hazard. He stated that there are 3 such on going sales in the Town and will look into some kind of regulations regarding this matter. I]!, Continued, November 17, 2004 New copier in the Court. The Court Office has purchased a new copier and their old one will be donated to the historical society and be placed in the new historical building. S.P.C.A. Contract: Mr. Shattuck asked about the status of the contract. Mr. Farkas stated that he was waiting to hear from the S.P.C.A. to see if they agree to our proposed 5 -year contract. Mr. Farkas will contact them again to see what the status of the matter is. Communitv Center. After a walk through of the Community Center, Mr. Shattuck stated that they are waiting to hear from Frankie Lechner regarding the next step in the cleaning -up of the Community Center. He also stated that the key situation is a problem as there is no system. This should be taken care of in the near future. Marty Ottenschott. Mr. Ottenschott called Mr. Shattuck last night at home and asked the Town to let him out of all of his debt. Mr. Shattuck told him that the Board had discussed the matter in an open meeting and that was the consensus of the Board that he could of paid a lesser amount a long time ago and the whole thing would have been taken care of. Mr. Shattuck will meet with Mr. Ottenschott next Wednesday at Wegman's for a further discussion. He will keep the Board posted. John McNamara. Mr. Shattuck had the statistics that he had provided before. Connie stated that she has heard from some people on Lansing Station Road and they wanted to know why the Board was going through this again. She assured them that the Town has not spent any money. Mr. Farkas sent a letter to Chris Nill. Mr. Nill more or less stated that the area would never meet the criteria for low interest loans. GUY KROGH. Watch Tower: Mr. Krogh has talked to the Attorney for Watchtower and he would like to meet with the Board sometime in December. Mr. Farkas and Mr. Christopher will also attend the meeting. Cal Warren / LCLC. Mr. Warren, on behalf of the Lansing Community Library Center asked Mr. Krogh how the LCLC would protect their investments after the improvements are complete. Mr. Krogh stated he did not think they could because of the public finance law. Mr. Krogh talked to the Town's Insurance Agent and he stated that there is insurance that can be purchased regarding this issue. (Lease holder and improvement insurance) They also want review on NYS contract issues. They would like Thaler and Thaler Law firm to assist them in this matter. The Board agreed that this would not be a conflict of interest. 04 -215 RESOLUTION, offered by Mr. McEver and seconded by Mr. Christopher: RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned at the call of the Supervisor at 9:35 p.m. Carried. 231