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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-01-199527 MARCH 01, 1995 7:00 P.M. TOWN BOARD INFORMATIONAL MEETING THE SPECIAL CHILDREN'S CENTER PROPOSAL TO DEVELOP AND LOCATE A COMMUNITY RESIDENCE ON LEVYDALE PARK FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES RESIDENTS An Informational Meeting was held by the Town Board for area residents of Levydale Park on March 01, 1995, at 7:00 p.m., at Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, • Cortland, New York with Supervisor Raymond Thorpe presiding. Members present: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe Councilman, Theodore Testa Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell Councilman, Ronal Rocco Councilman, John Pilato Town Clerk, Pauline Parker Others present were: Town Attorney, John Folmer; Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Mr. Roger Sibley, Executive Director of the Special Children Center, and other representatives; and approximately 50 residents from the Levydale Park area; and Newsreporter, Lisa Hutchurson. The Informational Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Thorpe at 7:00 p.m. Supervisor Thorpe introduced Mr. Roger Sibley, Director of the Special Children's Center, to those in attendance. Mr. Sibley explained that The Special Children's Center is a non-profit organization. The Board of Directors are all volunteers. They propose to purchase the property at 37 Levydale Park. This is for four young adults, 2 male, and 2 female, ages between 25 and 38, that will reside in the community residence, with 24 hour supervision, at that location. This is a home like setting for these individual who have developmental disabilities. He asked for questions from those in attendance. Councilman O'Donnell spoke of his experience with a resident community home that is located across from his residence in the Village of McGraw. They house eight • residents with disabilities. There has never been a problem with any of the people. The property is very well kept, and an asset to the area. He offered a list of his neighbors: names, addresses, and phone numbers to anyone in attendance that would like to contact them with any questions concerning this home. Councilman Rocco advised that a developmental disability home was constructed on Fairview Drive in 1989 near his residence. He stated that he was adamantly opposed to this home at that time, and now very embarrassed because of that. He can attest to the fact, there has never been a problem. The property is well kept and an asset to the area. Many questions were raised of supervision concerns; a safety factor of heavy traffic in the area which might be a threat to the residents placed there; similar 28 MARCH 01, 1995 INFORMATIONAL HEARING PAGE 2 housing facilities on Starr Road and Delaware might be considered too many in one area, and other questions. Parents of the proposed residents were also in attendance. They expressed hope that the project would happen. Supervisor Thorpe explained the State Hygiene Law, which would apply for this proposal. Upon written notification, we have a 40 day Public response period. We chose to have this meeting to allow resident involvement. He further explained the process, as follows: Approve the site as proposed. Suggest an alternative site, and if they agreed, this would allow them immediate authority to proceed at the new site with no further notification. Object to the proposed site contingent on the belief that the home's operation would result in a "concentration of community residential facilities in the area that would substantially alter the character and the nature of the neighborhood and community". The time element was discussed amongst those in attendance. Councilman Rocco stated any questions concerning the State Hygiene Law should be directed to State Assemblyman Martin Luster. Supervisor Thorpe closed the Informational Hearing at 8:30 p.m. • 1 • 1 1 MARCH 01, 1995 TOWN BOARD MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville was held at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, with Supervisor Raymond Thorpe presiding. Members present: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe Councilman, Theodore Testa Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell Councilman, Ronal Rocco Councilman, John Pilato Town Clerk, Pauline Parker Others present were: Town Attorney, John Folmer; Highway Superintendent, Carl Bush; Mr. Charles Seymour of Suit-Kote Inc., and Newsreporter, Lisa Hutchurson. The Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Raymond Thorpe at 8:30 p.m following an informational meeting for the proposal of The Special Children's Center. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to approve as written, the Town Board Minutes of December 21, 1994 and January 04, 1995. All voting aye, the motion was carried. Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to receive and file the Planning Board Minutes of January 31, 1995. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #46 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS MARCH Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Rocco VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, that the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as follows: General Fund A Vouchers# 87 - 111 $29,335.28 General Fund B 6 - 9 $25,712.12 Highway Fund 59 - 91 $15,680.02 Water Fund 39 - 54 $ 7,133.93 Sewer Fund 25 - 30 $ 1,261.26 Capital Projects 4 $ 7,263.00 Privilege of the floor was granted to Real Estate Agent, Mr. Ed Vance. He introduced Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Neuberger, who explained that they are in the process of purchasing property located 4371 North Homer Ave. They would also like to purchase a portion of the property located adjacent to it, to extend the size of their lot, which is owned by the Town of Cortlandville. A letter and map was also submitted stating their request. A discussion was held whereby the Highway Supt., explained that the request would not interfere with the turn -around used by the Town. The Town Attorney advised the Neuberger's to prepare a purchase offer, and submit it to the Town Board for their review and consideration. 30 MARCH 01, 1995 TOWN BOARD MEETING PAGE 2 Reports of the Supervisor for December, 1994 and January 1995 and the Town Clerk and Tax Collector for February 1995, are on the table for review, and are available for inspection, upon request, in the Town Clerk's Office. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Pilato, to receive and file the Certificate of Returns received from NYS Department of Health concerning vital statistics for the year 1993. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #47 ACKNOWLEDGE ANNUAL REPORT OF 1994 FOR CORTLANDVILLE FIRE DISTRICT Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Pilato VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby acknowledge receiving the Annual Report for 1994 from the Cortland- ville Fire District Treasurer, and shall be received and filed. Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Pilato, to receive and file the notification from the Elm Tree Golf Club for renewal of their liquor license. All voting aye, the motion was carried. RESOLUTION #48 DIRECT CHANGE OF PROCEDURES OF TOWN CLERK CONCERNING REQUESTS FROM SUPPLIERS FOR INFORMATION OF BIDDERS Motion by Councilman Rocco Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, on February 23, 1995, a discussion was held concerning providing information to suppliers requesting information from bid lists of the Town, and WHEREAS, upon review of the Town Law, Attorney Folmer reported his findings to the Town Board relating to customer requests in person vs. telephone requests, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Clerk is hereby directed to advise suppliers to appear in person, or upon submission of a written request, including a self-addressed stamped envelope, the information will be supplied. A discussion was held concerning the time element required to set a date for a Public Hearing for Suit- Kote Aquifer Permit. The ZBA will meet again on March 9th and the Planning Board meets March 28th. If these boards have made a determination at that time, perhaps the hearing could be held. RESOLUTION #49 SET DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR AN AQUIFER PERMIT FOR SUIT-KOTE INC Motion by Councilman Rocco Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED 31 MARCH 01, 1995 TOWN BOARD MEETING PAGE 3 WHEREAS, an Aquifer Permit application has been received from Suit-Kote Inc., therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing shall be held on April 5, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. Councilman Rocco made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to receive and file a memo, dated March 1, 1995, from Frank H. Suits, Jr., President of Suit-Kote, Inc. The memo advised to suspend all 40 facility construction until March 9, 1995, as a result of the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried. A discussion was held concerning the notice received from the County Planning Dept. advising that the County Planning Board did not meet in February. Attorney Folmer advised that further information may be forth coming on this. RESOLUTION #50 AUTHORIZE CASH ADVANCE FOR THE NYS ROUTE 222 WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, the Budget Officer is hereby authorized and directed to transfer $7,399.20 from the Water Surplus Funds into the Route 222 Water Improvement Project. RESOLUTION #51 AUTHORIZE BUDGET MODIFICATION FOR NEW COMPUTER FOR BOOKKEEPER Motion by Councilman O'Donnell Seconded by Councilman Testa VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED BE IT RESOLVED, the Budget Officer is hereby authorized and directed to transfer $1,200.00 from A1430.4 to A1430.2. to purchase a new computer for the Bookkeeper. RESOLUTION #52 AUTHORIZE TOWN ATTORNEY TO PROCEED WITH REVIEW AND ACTION NECESSARY FOR COMPLIANCE REGARDING GERALD DARLING AT 3086 PAGE GREEN ROAD • Motion by Councilman Testa Seconded by Councilman Rocco VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED WHEREAS, a certified letter was sent to Mr. Gerald Darling, 3086 Page Green Road, on January 31, 1995 from CEO Bruce Weber, requesting compliance with Article XVI, Section 9.2 allowing for the storage of not more than two uninspected motor vehicles, and set a time limit of February 10, 1995 for compliance, and WHEREAS, Mr. Darling refused to accept the certified letter, and the matter has been given to the Town Board for further action, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Attorney is hereby authorized to take the' necessary action in accordance with the ordinance. 32 MARCH 01, 1995 TOWN BOARD MEETING PAGE 4 Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to adjourn the Regular Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried. The Regular Meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Respectfully sub fitted, / 1 Pauline H. Parker, CMC Town Clerk Town of Cortlandville • 0