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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-05-19923/7 Wednesday, November 4, 1992 7:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING AQUIFER PERMIT FOR BESTWAY ENTERPRISES INC. A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville on November 4, 1992 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, concerning an Aquifer Permit request from Bestway Enterprises Inc. to install a 10,000 gallon above ground storage tank for diesel fuel at their location, which will replace an underground tank. Members present: Supervisor Raymond Thorpe Councilman Theodore Testa Councilman Edwin O'Donnell Councilman Ronal Rocco Councilman Donald Beard Town Clerk Pauline Parker Others present were: Town Attorney, Phillip Rumsey; Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Town Assessor, David Briggs; Town Bookkeeper, Marsha Hicks; Town Typist; Edna Puzo; Cortlandville Fire Commissioners: Robert Payne, Jack Harvey, Doug Staley and Angelo Cincotta; Doug Withey, and many residents of the Town and Newsreporter, Jon Blackwell. Supervisor Thorpe called the Public Hearing to order at 7:30 p.m. The Town Clerk read the Legal Notice as posted and filed. Supervisor Thorpe explained that the request of Bestway to replace their underground storage tank to an above ground storage tank will benefit everyone. This application has been approved by the County Planning Dept. and also the Town Planning Board. Correcting this situation will better protect the Aquifer. The Engineer from Cortland Pump Equip. Co. explained that they will be replacing an 8,000 gallon, underground tank for a 10,000 gallon, above ground tank.The tank will be self -diked, with a concrete base, as required, and shall have a roof over it. Bushes will be planted around the area, which shall make it invisible from the road. Questions of the Fire Commissioners that were in attendance, were answered. Doug Withey, expressed concern about any tank being located at their location. A discussion followed whereby it was stated that Bestway is voluntarily changing this from an underground tank. The analysis of the County Planning Dept. was read. The County Health Dept. has also reviewed the application. A discussion was held explaining the exact location of the tank. There being no further comments, Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to adjourn the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The Public Hearing was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. 319 Wednesday, November 4, 1992 7:45 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1993 A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, on November 4, 1992 at 7:45 p.m. in regards to the 1993 Preliminary Budget of the Town. Members present: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell Councilman, Theodore Testa Councilman, Donald Beard Councilman, Ronal Rocco Town Clerk, Pauline Parker Others present were: Town Attorney, Phillip Rumsey; Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Town Assessor, David Briggs; Town Bookkeeper, Marsha Hicks; Town Typist; Edna Puzo; Cortlandville Fire Commissioners: Robert Payne, Jack Harvey, Doug Staley and Angelo Cincotta; many residents from the Town and Newsreporter, Jon Blackwell. The Public Hearing was called to order by Supervisor Raymond Thorpe at 7:45 p.m. The Town Clerk read aloud the Legal Notice as posted and filed. Supervisor Thorpe explained the procedure required to prepare a budget for the Town. The budget presented calls for a tax decrease of 22 cents. He reviewed the tax rates of the Town for past years, and explained the reasons why they have been consistent. Supervisor Thorpe offered the privilege of the floor to those present for comments or questions. A town resident requested the Town Board to review the law relating to the budgets submitted by the Fireman. Fire Commissioner President, Robert Payne, and Supervisor Thorpe reported that this would have to be referred to their attorney for review. Fire Commissioner Payne reported that the voting referendum for a new truck has been withdrawn. Funding for the projects recently turned down by voter approval was not included in the 1993 budget. Many concerns were heard about the budget submitted by the Fire District which showed a large increase. Supervisor Thorpe apprised the Fire Commissioners that it would be possible to submit a revised budget before the next Town Board meeting. The budget must be adopted at that time. The Town Board members praised the service that has been provided by their department in the past. Others in attendance concurred, however it is difficult to accept a fifty three cent increase for 1993. There being no further comments, Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to close the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried. 1 1 The Public Hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m. 31(I Wednesday, November 4, 1992 7:00 P.M. 1 1 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, on November 4, 1992, at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor Raymond Thorpe presiding. Members present: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell Councilman, Theodore Testa Councilman, Donald Beard Councilman, Ronal Rocco Town Clerk, Pauline Parker Others present were: Town Attorney, Phillip Rumsey; Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Town Assessor, David Briggs; Town Bookkeeper, Marsha Hicks; Town Typist; Edna Puzo; Cortlandville Fire Commissioners: Robert Payne, Jack Harvey, Doug Staley and Angelo Cincotta; Town Residents, Mr. & Mrs. Harvey Hull; and Newsreporter, Jon Blackwell. The Town Board Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Raymond Thorpe at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beard, to approve as written, the Town Board Minutes of September 16, and October 5, 1992. All voting aye, the motion was carried. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to receive and file the Cortlandville Planning Board Minutes of July 28, 1992. All voting aye, the motion was carried. Councilman Beard made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to receive and file the Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes of September 22, 1992. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #218 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS NOVEMBER Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Beard VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as follows: General Fund A Vouchers #399 - 415 $ 2,922.25 General Fund B 101 - 104 4,002.32 Highway Fund 354 - 373 46,770.28 Water Fund 206 - 215 4,429.72 Sewer Fund 108 - 110 176.51 Capital Projects 82 - 85 96,485.35 The reports of the various departments are on the table for review, and are available for inspection, upon request, in the Town Clerks Office. NOVEMBER 4, 1992 PAGE 2 Councilman Testa made a Councilman O'Donnell, to receive Sewer Departments Aging List. motion was carried. motion, seconded by and file the Water and All voting aye, the RESOLUTION #219 ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIVING LETTER FROM NYS DEC IN REGARDS TO EXPENSES INCURRED FOR THE DRUM REMOVAL OF HAZARDOUS WASTE AT THE SOUTH HILL DUMP IN CORTLANDVILLE Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, a certified letter was received by Supervisor Thorpe from NYS DEC in regards to expenses incurred for drum removal of hazardous waste at the South Hill Dump in Cortlandville, which occurred on March 28, 1992, and WHEREAS, the NYS DEC advised that the Town is considered responsible for the expenses incurred for the drum removal in the amount of $22,123.67, and WHEREAS, Supervisor Thorpe contacted Mr. Paul McCarthy of the NYS DEC in regards -to this amount and requested an itemized statement of the cost, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the certified letter from the NYS DEC is hereby acknowledged and shall be receive and filed. RESOLUTION #220 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION IN "HOLIDAY ON ICE1° PROGRAM WITH THE CORTLAND YOUTH BUREAU FOR THE 1992 HOLIDAY SEASON Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, a request was received from Francis Tokar, Director of the Cortland Youth Bureau asking the Town to participate again this year for the Cortland Holiday on Ice Program, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize participation of the "Holiday On Ice" Program held at the SUNY Ice Arena, and further RESOLVED, that the budget officer shall forward $275.00 for the Town's cost of the program. 1 RESOLUTION #221 AUTHORIZATION TO TRANSFER MONIES Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Beard VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Budget Officer is hereby authorized and directed to transfer $500.00 from water account F1990.4 (Contingency) to F8330.4 (Purification) to balance the 1992 budget. NOVEMBER 4, 1992 PAGE 3 RESOLUTION #222 APPROVE WATER AND SEWER PLUMBERS APPLICATION OF JOHN P. REILLY Motion by Councilman Beard Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, an application was submitted by John P. Reilly, d/b/a Construction Concepts, RD #1 Box 55F-4, Friendsville, Pa. 18818, to be allowed to make water and sewer connections within the Town, and WHEREAS, such application included references and previous experience, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the application submitted by John P. Reilly is hereby approved. RESOLUTION #223 ACCEPT AN ADDITION TO TOWN SEWER LINES AS PROPOSED BY RENAISSANCE DEVELOPER - LEE AMBROSE Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Cortlandville will accept an addition to the Town sewer system, as proposed to be constructed by Lee Ambrose and as designed by Novelli & Co., consulting Engineers, and intended to be accessible to Lot 8 in the Renaissance Development area and others, subject to final plan approval as to necessary specifications by the Town Engineer, and further subject to Town inspections as the extension is constructed. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, 'to recess the regular meeting to hold a Public Hearing for Bestway Enterprises Aquifer Permit and a Public Hearing for the 1993 Town Budget. All voting aye, the motion was carried. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to reconvene the regular meeting following the Public Hearings. All voting aye, the motion was carried.' Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to receive and file a copy of a letter sent to Cortland Mayor Ronald Walsh from Homer Mayor Mary Alice Bellardini. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The letter requested that the non -voting members from the Villages of Homer and McGraw and the Town of Cortlandville, be allowed to become voting members of the Cortland Wastewater Treatment Plant Board. Supervisor Thorpe reported that he recently attended a seminar in Syracuse regarding collateral requirements for banks relating to deposits by the Town. Suggestions were given as to what process the banks can use to satisfy these requirements. Doug Withey of the City of Cortland Water Board reported that they are now using 3rd party participation now. Supervisor Thorpe stated that the Town does too. 9- NOVEMBER 4, 1992 PAGE 4 RESOLUTION #224 DECLARE NEGATIVE IMPACT - AQUIFER SPECIAL PERMIT #5 OF 1992 - BESTWAY ENTERPRISES INC. Motion by Councilman Rocco Seconded by Councilman Beard VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, Bestway Enterprises iNc. has submitted an application requesting a Special Aquifer Permit to replace an underground tank with an above ground tank for storage of diesel fuel on their property on the northwesterly side of Luker Road, and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was duly held by the Town Board, and WHEREAS, the Cortland County Planning Board and the Town Planning Board have reviewed and recommended approval of this project, and WHEREAS, the Town Board, as Lead Agent, has completed the short Environmental Assessment form for SEQRA, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby declare the proposed project of Bestway Enterprises Inc., Aquifer Permit #5 of 1992, shall have no significant impact on the environment. RESOLUTION #225 APPROVE AQUIFER SPECIAL PERMIT #5 OF 1992 FOR BESTWAY ENTERPRISES INC. Motion by Councilman Rocco Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby approve Aquifer Special Permit #5 of 1992, submitted by Bestway Enterprises Inc., and RESOLVED, the Supervisor is hereby authorized to sign -the permit. Supervisor Thorpe expressed concern about the speed limit and the street lighting on Tompkins Street Ext. in the area of the Key Bank. A fatality has just occurred there and these factors were part of the scenario. RESOLUTION #226 AUTHORIZE REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL STREET LIGHTING ON TOMPKINS STREET Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, the street lights located on Tompkins St. Ext., or Route 13, in the area of Cortland Estates Mobil Home Park, are faced to illuminate the trailer park instead of the highway, and WHEREAS, the speed limit increases from 30 mph to 45 mph at the City of Cortland Line, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to contact Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. to request that the safety hazards of the street lighting conditions on Tompkins St. Ext., or Route 13 be corrected. 1 NOVEMBER, 1992 PAGE 5 ,3c.3 1 1 F--j Russell Bean, Route 41, McGraw, NY asked which agency issues a permit for the storage of contaminated soil at ERI in Polkville. He advised that 45,000 ton of soil is there now, and wondered when the permit expires. He was referred to NYS DEC as they are issuing the permits. Congratulation were expressed to Supervisor, Ray Thorpe and Councilman, Donald Beard for their election victory by those in attendance. Victor Loomis, of Conable Ave. asked if there were any plans of extending Town Sewer Lines to his area. Drainage in the area is bad due to the clay base soil. Supervisor Thorpe stated that it was the intention of this Board to extend lines to those areas of high concentration and require contractors to install lines when a new development is approved. A discussion was held concerning growth within the Town. New business, manufacturing, as well as new developments are needed, and sometimes decisions must be made to accomplish this which does not please everyone. A discussion was held concerning the audit procedures done by the state. The Fire Dept. is audited the same way the Town and County records are audited. The Fire Commissioner's vote will occur on December 8, 1992 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the Fire Station. A residence requirement must be met. The term is for five years. There being no further business, Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to adjourn the meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Res p ctfuly submitted, l Pauline H. Parker, CMC Town Clerk Town of Cortlandville