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Home My WebLink About01-22-1992Wednesday, January 22, 1992 5:00 P.M. TOWN BOARD MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville was held at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, with Deputy Supervisor Raymond Thorpe presiding. Members present: Deputy Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell Councilman, Theodore Testa Town Clerk, Pauline H. Parker Absent: Supervisor, Melvin Pierce Councilman, Ronal Rocco Others present were: Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Attorney, Richard VanDonsel and William Pauldine of Bell Drive; Attorney, Ted Hoffman, and Mark Barden of Barden & Robeson; and Newsreporter, Laura Jones. The Meeting was called to order by Deputy Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe at 5:00 p.m. He requested all those in attendance to rise and Pledge Allegiance to the Flag. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to receive and file the Planning Board Minutes of December 19, 1991. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #t32 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS - JANUARY Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTE: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as follows: General Fund A Vouchers 1 - 24 $24,261.65 General Fund B 1 - 4 $14,744.05 Highway Fund 1 - 5 $ 723.20 Water Fund 1 - 11 $ 9,958.81 Sewer Fund 1 - 8 $ 4,983.90 Capital Projects 1 - 3 $ 6,613.51 Councilman O'Donnell reported that he has audited the records of 1991 for the Justice Department and found everything to be in order. Councilman Testa reported that he has audited the records of 1991 for the Town Clerks Office and found everything to be in order. Deputy Supervisor Raymond Thorpe offered those in attendance the Privilege of the floor. Mr. Ted Hoffman, representing Barden & Robeson, stated that the Zoning Board of Appeals had approved a Variance for property on Bell Drive, however the Town Planning Board have denied approval of a subdivision for his client unless the matter of drainage through the property can be cleared. 1 1 1 JANUARY 22, 1992 PAGE 2 A discussion was held among those in attendance reviewing the problem. The parcel in question was once a natural waterway of the area and since has been filled in, which has, and could cause problems with flooding. A water drainage pipe was installed in the past because of the problem, and is still there. At one time the parcel was divided into two lots, and was then consolidated into one. The parcel was recently purchased by Barden & Robeson. They have applied for a subdivision to subdivide it into two lots again, with the intent of building two houses. They have been directed by the Town Planning Board to appear before the Town Board, to address Town Board concerns. The Highway Sup't. and the Town Board have expressed concern about this project because of complaints and problems of flooding in the area in the past. They are also concerned of the risk of undermining both houses across the street. Highway Sup't., Carl Bush, has suggested that catch basins be installed on both sides of the street, with a drainage pipe connecting the two. It would be necessary for Bardens to build an open ditch line between their two lots. However, the property owners across the street would have to do the same. The same process could occur at the end of Bardens lot, however the same process applies. All property owners involved would have to agree to this. No action was taken. The matter will be further reviewed by Attorneys involved. The reports of the various departments are on the table for review, and are available for inspection, on request, in the Town Clerks Office. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa to receive and file a report from Envirosound Recovery Incorporated. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The report is in reference to the monitoring of wells located at the soil recycling plant in Polkville. and compliance of their Aquifer Permit. RESOLUTION #33 APPROVE INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHTS - ALLEN DR., MCLEAN RD., ROUTE 281, AND WESTVALE DR Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush, received several request for street lights in areas of Allen Dr., McLean Rd., Route 281, and Westvale Dr., and WHEREAS, Carl Bush submitted a report to the Town Board of his review of the requests, and WHEREAS, Carl recommended that a total of 22 street lights be installed in specified areas, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby granted for installation of street lights in the areas specified on Allen Dr., McLean Rd., Route 281, Westvale Dr., and FURTHER RESOLVED, that Deputy Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe will notify Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation of approval for the new installations. 186 JANUARY 22, 1992 PAGE 3 A discussion was held concerning the lack of lights, etc.,on McLean Road and the railroad crossing near Gutchess Lumber. Highway Sup't., Carl Bush, reported that flashing lights and bars will be installed at that location if the new railroad project is approved. The Highway Sup't. also advised the Town Board that safety concerns have been expressed by residents of the Lyncort area for entering Rt #222.. It has been suggested that the area , which is a State Road, be a "No Passing Zone." Many have encountered someone trying to pass another vehicle while coming out on to Rt. #222. No action was taken. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman to receive and file the 1991 Town Clerks Annual Report. All voting aye, the motion was carried. -RESOLUTION #34 ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT FROM STATE FOR LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1992 Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the receipt received from NYS Dept. of State, concerning Local Law No. 1 of 1992, is hereby acknowledged and shall be received and filed. RESOLUTION #35 AWARD BID FOR NEW WATER METERS TO SENSUS TECHNOLOGIES INC. Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, the Water Administrator, Carl Bush was authorized to let out for bid for new water meters, per Town Resolution on December 4, 1992, and WHEREAS, one bid was received, and opened and read aloud on January 10, 1992, and referred to Carl Bus for review,therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the bid schedule received from Sensus Technologies, Inc. of Uniontown, Pa. is in order and is hereby approved. RESOLUTION #36 APPOINT PATRICIA A. WRIGHT TO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Zoning Board of Appeals, and a request has been received from Chairman, David Plew, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that Patricia A. Wright, 818 Pheasant Run, Cortland, NY, is hereby appointed to fill the vacancy on the Cortlandville Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the unexpired term of Oscar Taylor, which shall expire on December 31, 1995. JANUARY 22, 1992 PAGE 4 G E L� Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to recess the Regular Meeting to an Executive Session to discuss proposed acquisition of real property. The following information was received from the Supervisor's office. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene the Regular Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #37 AWARD PHONE CONTRACT TO CORTLAND ELECTRONIC SUPPLY Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby award a phone contract to Cortland Electronic Supply in the amount of $7,220.40. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to adjourn the Regular Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m. ----- 1 f Resp/e'ctfully/submi ted, Pauline H. Parker, CMC Town Clerk Town of Cortlandville