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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016.06 Newsletter First of all, thank you for hiring me as your Town Supervisor. Elections are simply a very long job interview in my opinion. The people get to choose who they believe is the most qualified to succeed at the desired position. Once again thank you. One of my responsibilities as your Town Supervisor is to be the Chief Financial Officer. Simply put, it is my duty to see that the town's bills are paid through the taxes collected from you. It is also my responsibility to create a budget (with the Town Boards approval) to insure that services are adequately provided for our residents. My mission is to never disrespect your hard work and effort with frivolous and nonsensical purchases. Your hard earned money is the last resort, NOT the first resort in regard to government spending. I give back 20% of my salary each month. That will save the taxpayers $6,000 per year. From the Desk of Edward LaVigne The Town Supervisor INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Desk of the Town Supervisor 1 From the Town Clerk’s Office 2-3 A Note from Planning/Code Enforcement 4 Good Samaritan/Feel Good News 4 Parks and Recreation Department 5-6 Pathways and Salt Point News 7-8 The Deputy Supervisor position has been eliminated (another savings of over $3,000). My staff has been instructed to look at every expense to see where savings can be found. Real Leaders set the tone and attitude for their departments. EVERYTHING is on the table and every expense will be carefully examined line by line. Value to our residents is the top priority. My administration will be judged not by words, but by results. I look forward to leading Lansing for the next four years and creating positive results for our citizens. Thank you, Ed LaVigne Lansing Town Supervisor JUNE 2016 We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Town of Lansing PO Box 186 Lansing, NY 14882 Phone: (607) 533-8896 Fax: (607) 533-3507 E-Mail: smunson21@twcny.rr.com Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Fridays 7:30 am – 12:00 Town Board Meetings: 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 6:30 pm Planning Board Meetings: 2nd & 4th Monday of the Month at 6:30 pm ZBA Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 6:30 pm Page 2 We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Town Clerk’s Office 29 Auburn Road Lansing, NY 14882 607-533-4142 Recently, there have been changes at the Lansing Town Clerk’s office. Debbie S. Crandall retired on April 16, 2016. She held positions with the Town for over twenty nine years; first as Deputy Town Clerk and then Town Clerk. The Town wants to extend a sincere thank you to Debbie for her many years of service. At the April 20, 2016 Town Board Meeting, Debbie Munson was appointed Town Clerk and Receiver of Taxes, and Amber Volbrecht was appointed Deputy Town Clerk. Debbie Munson started as the Lansing Deputy Town Clerk in November 2014 and Amber Volbrecht began working in the Town Clerk's Office in February 2016. Debbie and Amber recently attended the New York State Town Clerk’s Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY. The conference provided new information and refresher courses, Notary Public licensing, and networking opportunities; to help serve you more efficiently. Please stop in to the Town Clerk’s Office or give us a call. Our office hours are: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm and Friday 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. The Town Clerk’s Duties include:  Clerk of the Town Board (Agendas, Minutes, and Current Meeting Dr aft Documents)  Lansing Receiver of Taxes (Town, County, Fire and Special Districts)  Collector of Water and Sewer Payments  Notary Public  Licensing Officer – Marriage, Conservation (Hunting and Fishing), and Dogs  Bingo and Games of Chance  Accessible Parking Permits  Records Management Officer  Administrator of the Freedom of Information Law Please visit the Town’s web page at www.lansingtown.com. A few of the items located there are:  Agendas, Minutes, and Current Meeting Draft Documents – Town Board Section  Tax Information – Town Clerk’s Office – Tax Glance Lookup  Marriage License Information – Town Clerk’s Office  Dog License Information – Town Clerk’s Office  Local Laws – Local Laws Section Please let us know how we can serve you; we look forward to hearing from you! Debbie Munson, Town Clerk Amber Volbrecht, Deputy Town Clerk Debbie Munson Town Clerk Amber Volbrecht Deputy Town Clerk Page 3 TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE By Debbie Munson, Town Clerk Amber Volbrecht, Deputy Town Clerk We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Let’s Get Married! Many questions may arise during the matrimonial process. If you are going to acquire a marriage license, here is some helpful information. Q: Is there a minimum age to apply for a marriage license? If both applicants are 18 years of age or older, no consents are required. If either applicant is under 18 years of age, please call for information. Q: Where may we apply for a marriage license? In person, from ANY Town or City Clerk’s office in New York State. Q: How long do we have to wait to get married once our license is issued? There is a 24 hour waiting period from the time the license is issued. Q: How long is the license valid? The license is valid for 60 calendar days, beginning the day after it’s issued. (The marriage date must fall within the 60 days.) Q: What documents do both applicants need to bring? Each applicant should bring their picture ID, birth certificate and know their social security number. Q: How much does a marriage license cost? The cost of the marriage license, at the Lansing Town Clerk’s office, is $40.00 (cash or check). Q: Is this the first marriage for both applicants? The Clerks’ Office needs to see divorce decrees for all previous marriages or annulments. If a marriage ended by death, we must see a death certificate. To speed the licensing process, we have a sample license online that may be printed, filled out by both applicants ahead of time, and brought in. This form may be found on our website: http://www.lansingtown.com/departments/clerk/marriage-licenses. If you have any questions, please call the Lansing Town Clerk's Office at (607) 533 -4142. Page 4 The Planning/Code Department had an extremely busy 2015 year with the result of 255 Building Permits issued. Of that number, approximately 25 were New Home construction, 3 Manufactured Homes and 51 Solar Roof and Ground mounted projects. It’s becoming the time of year where people begin to think about warmer weather and swimming. Please be sure to obtain a Swimming Pool Permit for prior to the installation of your Pool. A Note from Planning Department/Code Enforcement Office All Permit Applications and Local Laws can be found on the Town’s Website at: http://www.lansingtown.com or stop in to the Town Hall Planning Department to obtain a copy. Our new Comprehensive and Agricultural Committee Members are working diligently on updating the Plans and hope to have them finished by June 2016. Keep up the good work Volunteers! See the Town of Lansing Website for more information. Just a friendly reminder: If you are, or intend on doing a small construction project around your home, please be sure to check with the Planning/Code Enforcement Office to see if a Building Permit is required (607-533-7054). Feel Good News from one of our Lansing Residents Sent to the Supervisor’s Office on May 3, 2016 On May 2, I left to go shopping, at the flashing red light on Triphammer, my car lost power and stalled at the intersection. A tall man in his twenties asked me what the problem was and then pushed me onto Triphammer drive. I gave him my AAA card for him to call as I left my phone at home. Soon after he called I got my car started. The call was voided and I shook his hand and thanked him. He was a wonderful person. God Bless Him! We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Page 5 Lansing Parks & Recreation Department invites you to bring your dinner, coolers, and lawn chairs and enjoy pleasant Thursday evenings on the lake at Myers Park listening to some great bands. King Ferry Winery, and Mega Moos Ice Cream will also be with us. 2016 Myers Park Concert listing: July 7– 6:30 – Immortal Jellyfish A seasoned professional musical entertainment group that has quickly joined the top “A”-list of bands in the Fingerlakes area during the last few years. Female vocalist Kat Patton leads the band with beautiful 3 part harmonies that cover the best of American popular music song books! Motown, Blues, Swing, Rock, and Country are presented in authentic fashion in a way only the Immortal Jellyfish play!! July 14 – 6:30 – City Limits is a high-energy blues-rock band with a three piece horn section playing tunes from classic rock and soul to contemporary blues. Dan Paolangeli guitar, Andy Lockwood vocals, Glen Porter drums, Lisa Bloom bass, Bob Fisher trumpet, Jim Hull trombone, and Robert Sarachan sax & keyboard, cover tunes from the Rolling Stones, Van Morrison , Blues Brothers and Joe Cocker to Lennie Kravitz, Anderson East and Joe Bonamassa. July 21 – 6:30 – Ride Marc Berger & Ride bring a well choreographed mix of deep country folk songs with touches of bluegrass, roots, Americana, a little spicy Cajun, and even a little indie with an effects-laced lead acoustic guitar. It’s near impossible to sit through a set without fee ling a musical kinship to something in every song, even if it’s just the basic joy of watching a well seasoned band rip through every song as if it was the final number of their farewell tour! Marc Berger & Ride are nationally tour tested. July 28 – 6:30 – Bad Ju Ju “A musical marriage of old school & modern rock done right”. Band members are Shannon Rae (lead vocals), Marty Flynn (lead guitar, vocals), Jim Dagnesi (bass guitar, vocals) and Carl Sangiacomo (drums). Bad Ju Ju is proof that Rock and Roll is still alive and well… August 4 – 6:30 – The Destination Band is a 9-pc. dance band with its musical focus in the genres of R&B, Latin influenced material, Swing and Funk/Disco. Three outstanding vocalists and four horns set this group apart from virtually every other group in the CNY area. The band’s “A”- list repertoire is built around the power of the horns. No other group in the area can match the dynamics and crowd-motivating force of The Destination. August 11 – 6:30 – Encore is a seven-member band. Melanie and Liz do most of the singing, Jim plays guitar, Rob plays keyboard, Larry plays bass, and Tom and Mitch play percussion and drums. ENCORE plays classic, progressive, and modern rock cover songs – from the 1960’s to the present, from jazzy numbers to rock anthems. This band’s song list is H U G E !! August 18 – 6:30 – The Jeff Love Band is an 11-piece funk/soul band playing music from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. Lead singer Jeff Love’s energy and charisma are infectious to the point where you won’t be able to stop dancing all night! This band has a classic vibe, so get ready to dance and sing the night away to the classic songs that you can’t get enough of. Mark this one on your calendar as a must see show! Admission is free but donations will be appreciated! We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Page 6 July 15 Deans List – Deans List is an acoustic, vocally oriented, cross-genre, soft rock band that draws upon original material and an eclectic mix of vocal covers from Motown to Amy Winehouse. This trio is an offshoot of The Dean Brothers Band, a Syracuse Music Hall of Fame group known throughout the Northeast concert and bar circuit in the 1970’s for their tight harmonies, strong instrumentals, and production of two top 10 regional hits. The group features bassist Bob Dean, guitarist John Dean, and niece Caroline Manring Dean on violin and guitar. July 22 Paul Kempkes – “Dr. K” is a solo guitarist and vocals with attitude, performing songs by Steely Dan, Springsteen Supertramp, all the way to The Ramones. Paul also performs with the kirtan band “Mantra Magic” and the alt rock original band “Wonder Monday”. Paul is a Ludlowville resident since 1990. July 29 Marty & Shannon – Locally raised, and a true regional favorite! Great originals and covers! Super talent with a large following. Bring your lawn chairs and set them up early!  Annual Lion’s Club “ice cream social”  Dedication of the new pavilion by our Lansing Lion’s Club. We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Summer Recreation Programs – SIGN UP SOON! Please see our Summer Program Booklet with over 30 camps/programs to choose from . There are 5 Youth Service Programs and the Lighthouse 5K race application. A few of our brand new programs for this summer are Sleuths, Clues, & Spies, Oh MY!, Fly Fishing School, Private Swim Lessons, Monarch Butterfly Camp and our new STEAM Program (science-technology-engineering-art-mathematics). The detail for all of our programs are located in the booklet and may be viewed on line. Website: www.lansingrec.com Always feel free to call our office at 533-7388 or send me an email Steve-lansingrec@twcny.rr.com Stephen Colt Town of Lansing Director of Parks & Recreation Page 7 Salt Point Update By Donna Scott Friends of Salt Point Steering Committee Kiosk: A beautiful new kiosk was installed in May on the north end of Salt Point paid for with funds raised by many generous Friends of Salt Point! Historical and educational signs about the many aspects of Salt Point are in the works for the panels of the kiosk. Garbage reminder: Salt Point, like Myers Park, is a “Carry In – Carry Out” natural area. Please take ALL your garbage, food wrappers, beverage containers, and used baby diapers home to your own garbage pail. Lansing Pathways Committee update The Lansing Pathways Committee continues to work to maintain the Lansing Center Trail across from the town hall. Along with the volunteers on the committee, many other community groups contribute. Projects include: - Volunteers filling ruts with gravel, spreading wood chips on wet spots, mowing a short cut to avoid some of the wetter areas. - Our own dedicated committee member regularly mowing the trails. - NYSEG’s volunteers mulching the garden and donating log benches. - Eagle Scout project - Leopold benches placed along the trail. - Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Nest Watch project collecting data and monitoring the bluebird nest boxes. - Adding to the Girl Scout Garden project with pollinator plants and educational signs. - Girl Scout monarch project planting milkweed. - Coordination with the Lansing High School Cross Country coaches and Steve Colt of Parks and Recreation to begin using the trail this season for practices as well as races in the fall. - Opening of the new Murdock Spur - working with adjacent property owners and Scoops Ice Cream to open a new part of the trail connecting Scoops to the Lansing Center Trail via the new walking bridge. The bridge was funded and constructed solely by volunteers. The new trail is called the Murdock Spur because part of it runs along the old Murdock railroad bed. Look for the ice cream cone blazes along the trail! Scoops is instituting a punch card to encourage hikers to walk the spur followed by an ice cream treat. - Partnering with “Lansing Loves To Read” to install a Story Walk along the new spur. Take your kids along the trail and read the heartwarming story on posts, Owl Babies. - Addition of educational honey bee sign, maps of the trail, and a historic railroad map. - Interested in helping? Contact: steve-lansingrec@twcny.rr.com or check out our website: www.lansing- pathways.com or follow us on Facebook: Friends of Lansing Center Trail We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com Page 8 Salt Point Update By Donna Scott Friends of Salt Point Steering Committee The Friends of Salt Point (FOSP) group is growing, as are all the trees, bushes and flowers planted by FOSP work parties! Who says you can’t grow plants and trees on top of the rubble of an old salt processing plant? Besides continually enhancing this diverse, natural, and “wild” habitat for visitors and wildlife alike, the FOSP has hosted several evening programs highlighting the birds, history, and boating around our unique Salt Point. These programs have been very well attended and attract more people to sign up with the FOSP to help make Salt Point a serene, quiet, attractive place to bring the family, or just yourself, to walk, bicycle, fish, paint pictures, watch Ospreys and other birds and wildlife, picnic, or launch non-motorized watercraft. Ospreys and other birds: “Our” pair of ospreys (Orpheus and Ophelia) have returned from South America to the Salt Point nest platform for their 4th season! Ophelia appears to be sitting on 3 eggs which should hatch soon. Unfortunately, the nest video camera does not work. The second platform near the creek has not attracted a nesting osprey pair yet, but we are optimistic for the future. Meanwhile, Baltimore Orioles, Yellow and Common Yellowthroat Warblers, Tree Swallows, Eastern Bluebirds, Northern Mockingbirds, Robins and other birds are nesting here and there all over Salt Point. Look high in the Cottonwood trees for the skillfully woven, silvery, sack-like Baltimore Oriole nests. Meadow nest boxes are being used by tree swallows, blue birds, wrens, and house sparrows. Student interns under the guidance of a Lansing resident who is a Cornell Lab of Ornithology employee, monitor all the boxes to record nesting data of birds using the boxes. Two new donated merganser (duck) nest boxes were installed high on trees along We’re on the Web! Visit us at: www.Lansingtown.com If you would like to receive this newsletter electronically, please email Sue at smunson21@twcny.rr.com. Salmon Creek with help from a local Boy Scout this spring We don’t expect ducks to set up nests in them until next spring. Meanwhile, it is rumored that Starlings are using them! They will be cleaned out in time for baby ducks in early Spring 2017. Plantings: Work parties continue to plant new trees, shrubs, wildflowers and milkweed to encourage a diverse environment and diet for wildlife. Three large white pines were donated and planted along the walking path, two of them in silent, green memory of departed loved ones. Lansing Eagle Scouts and others have donated time, money, and materials to place “Leopold” benches at strategic resting areas around the trails and NYSEG workers have installed traffic control “posts” and rustic “old phone pole” benches. Volunteer workers from Cargill regularly help with some heavy work, as they did recently on May 27. This work includes putting down wide, heavy ground cloth to kill the very invasive Japanese Knotweed plants. Other invasive plants are hand-pulled and put in the garbage. The lakeside Little Free Library gets lots of use, as do the two donated “Doggy Doo” plastic bag/disposal stations. Hunting is allowed at Salt Point in various seasons, as per regulations. Hikers, bird watchers and hunters should please check postings and precautions issued by the NY Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Friends of Salt Point have met with local hunting instructors and officials of Ducks Unlimited to get pointers on improving duck habitat around Salt Point. A volunteer work day on June 4 (8:30-noon). Tasks include trash pick-up, planting bushes, trail maintenance, remove invasive plants, weeding, mulching, and pruning. Come out to greet your friends, enjoy the beautiful lake-side scene, and do some work to make Salt Point even better! Salt Point website www.saltpointlansing.org learn more, or to see Candace Cornell’s osprey blog and learn more about the Cayuga Lake Osprey Nest Trail website. Friends of Salt Point email saltpointinfo@lansingrec.com .