HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-01-1978Wednesday, November 1, 1978
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The Regular Town Board Meeting for the month of November was held at
15 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York with Supervisor Stanley Nadolski presiding.
Board members present were Councilman Ray Miller, Councilman Ray Thorpe, Councilman
Warren Manning and Councilman Melvin Pierce. Others present were Town Clerk
Pauline Parker, Deputy Clerk Nancy Ross, General Clerk Edna Puzo, Zoning En-
forcement Officer Don Fowler, Highway Superintendant Carl Eaton, Town Assessor
Robert Wells, Justice Donald F. Eaton, Attorney John Gardner, Water and Sewer
Superintendant Fred Walker. Also present were Legislator Delmar Palm, Reporter
Skip Chapman and many interested citizens.
The Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nadolski at 7:30 P.M. CALL TO
ORDER
With all board members having read the minutes of last months meeting APPROVE
prior to tonights meeting, and there being no corrections, notd.un was made MINUTES
by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Miller, all voting aye, motion
® was carried to approve the October 4 minutes as written.
RESOLUTION # 14.3 AUTHORIZATION TO PAY BILLS AS AUDITED FOR'THE MONTH
OF OCTOBER
Motion was made by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Thorpe,
All Voting Aye..... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the bills be paid as audited for the month of
October;
General Fund Claims # 398-4.29 $ 7, 245.31
Highway of 138-151 3, 76o.27
Water I If 107-116 4, 4.28.50
Sewer I If18- 20 9, 160.30
TOTAL $ 24, 594.38
The reports for the Town Clerk's Office, Zoning Enforcement.Officer, REPORTS
Justice's Office and Supervisor's Office are filed in the Town Clerk's
Office and are reily available at the request of anyone to be viewed
in the Town Clerk's Office.
Supervisor Nadolski gave the privy-lege, of the floor to Charley CHARLES
Crosley, Former fire cheif and chairman of the committee for the establi- CROSLEY
shment of a fire district for the Town of Cortlandville. Mr. Crosley FIRE DIST.
apprised the board of their recommendation on what direction to go in
the line of fire protection for the :.:Town of Cortlandville. The complete
report is attached hereto and will become a part of these.. minutes.
Francis Discenza, candidate for Cortlandville Town Councilman questioned OPEN DIS-
what the board intends to d.o in reference to the letter dated October 6, 1978 CUSSION
stating the opinion from the state comptroller's office regarding sales tax. (sales tax)
Mr. Alexander Milham of Lyncort Drive also asked again for an explanation
on Resolution # 118 of 1978. Attorney Gardner explained the law and advised
the Town Board that they should stand by their resolution.
Legislator Delmar Palm asked if any information was available regarding OPEN DIS-
the 1979 budget. Supervisor Nadolski advised that would be available and CUSSION
discussed at the Public Hearing on the budget next week.
® TOWN CLERK'S CORRESPONDANCE
Town Clerk Pauline Parker presented the following application to be PLUMBER APP.
approved by the Town Board. (H. LANSDOWN
RESOLUTION # 144 APPROVAL OF MR. HOWARD LANSDOWNE TO DO PLUMBING
IN CORTLANDVILLE SEWER DISTRICT
Motion made by Councilman Pierce, seconded by Councilman Manning,
All Voting Aye..... APPROVED.
WHEREAS, Mr. Howard Lansdowne of R.D. # 4, Cortland, New York has
submitted application stating his qualifications and experience in plumbing
meeting the criteria necessary to do plumbing in the Town of Cortlandville
Sewer District # I.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT,
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RESOLVED, that Mr. Howard Lansdowne is hereby approved by the Town Board
to do plumbing in the Town of Cortlandville Sewer District # I.
RESOLUTION # 14.5 NOT TO ACCEPT ANY MORE PLUMBER APPLICATIONS UNTIL
AFTER THE NEW ORDINANCES ARE COMPLETED NO PLUMBERS
APP. UNTIL
Motion made by Councilman Pierce seconded by. Councilman Manning, All NEW ORDINANCE;
Voting Aye, APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk's Office is hereby ordered not to
accept any more plumber applications until after the new water and sewer
ordinances are completed.
Supervisor Nadolski and the Town Board met with the Cortland Free
Library Committee'to discuss the contract with them which expires December::
31, 1978. The Library committee had felt they could not accept the 2 year •
contract proposed to them earlier. Town Clerk Pauline Parker read resolution
# 128 of September 6, 1978 for information only.
RESOLUTION # 146 CORRECTION OF CORTLAND FREE LIBRARY CONTRACT TO READ
A ONE YEAR CONTRACT CORTLAND FREE
Councilman Manning withdrew his 2nd to Resolution # 128 LIBRARY CONT.
Councilman Miller withdrew his motion to Resolution # 128
Motion made by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Manning,
All Voting Aye... APPROVED.
WHEREAS, as a result of the meeting of October 6, 1978 regarding the
contract with the Cortland Free Library and because the library could not
accept the 2 year contract.
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution # 128 will become null and void,
AND FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Cortlandville Town Board has appm ved
a one year contract in the amount of $`19,000.00
Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board that as they requested he had LETTER
written County Treasurer Walter Spencer concerning a revised estimate of TO COUNT_
surplus funds to be paid to the town January,�l, 1979- Mr. Spencer quoted TREAS.
that figure as being ;$ 36, 128.96. Councilman Pierce stated how the sales (sales tax)
tax surplus to the town has decreased/Immensely in the past three years. 1976-
$ 83,000.00, 1977- $ 81,000.00, 1978- $ 39,000.00, and 1979 $ 36, 128.96.
"Sales tax has increased about 6% per year, but our share has decreased, which
is why the board made this decision on the sales tax" stated Councilman Pierce.
RESOLUTION # 14.7 AUTHORIZATION TO PAY C.O. FALTER $ 1,202.87, 2% of
CONTRACT PAY C.O.
FALTER
Motion made by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Pierce,
All Voting Aye.... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby given to pay C.O. Falter
$ 1, 202.87 which is the retainer of 2� of Contract # 10 as all work has been
completed and inspected.
Councilman Manning'apprised the board as to the co-operation of everyoneCAMP GEORGE-
and how it will work. Alice Blatchley, Town Historian will set up the work TOWN CEMETARY
to be done, Camp Georgetown will furnish two crews at no cost to us, and the PROJECT
town will furnish the necessary tools. The fellows will work under the direction
of our Highway Superintendant, Carl Eaton. He added this project will benefit
the town and Camp Georgetown as well. Mr. Eaton stated that they were on their
third cemetary and progressing in good order.
Supervisor Nadolski requested that Attorney Gardner read the letter from ATTY READ
Audit and Control regarding sales tax for information only. 11ENTE9 68W.
Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board that Bret Gorman had been in to NORWOOD DR.
speak with him and had also been in to speak with the Councilman on accepting
Norwood Drive which borderlines Bell Drive. Mr. Gorman would like the road
to be brought up to grade and is willing to post bond for this. He would
like the Town to accept this Road. Mr. Gorman will be present at a later time.
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Supervisor Nadolski stated that he had checked with the Economic INSULATE TOWN
Opportunity Council Incorporated. They are still checking for a source GARAGE
for the Town to get funding to insulate the Town Garage. They should
have more information available by the next town board meeting.
Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board of a -letter he received from the VOTING
County Board of Elections with concern to the voting machine that is being MACHINE
repaired. The machine has been repaired and returned for use on Election Day.
He has notified the election office of such.
,Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board of a letter from the Attica ALLEN DR.
Development Company, Inc..They are requesting that their $ 2,500.00 security BOND RE -
bond be released.. They staled that all work at Allen Drive has been com- LEASE DENIF
pleted. Supervisor Nadolski:,stated that the emergency acess has not been
completed, which is in the original contract. After much discussion the
board made the following resolution.
RESOLUTION # 14.8 NOT APPROVING RELEASE OF ATTICA DEVELOPMENT CO.
INC. SECURITY BOND._
Motion made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Pierce,
All Voting Aye... MOTION CARRIED.
WHEREAS, the Attica Development Co, Inc., has not yet completed the
emergency acess easement at Allen Drive, which is stipulated in their contract.
BE IT RESOLVED, that their security bond in the amount of $ 2,500.00
will be witheld until the emergency acess easement is completed upon recommen-
dation of the attorney.
RESOLUTION # 14.9 AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE MICHAEL ARNOLD'S BOND
Motion made by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Manning,
All Voting Aye... APPROVED.
WHEREAS, Highway Superintendant Carl Eaton has approved the stoning
and oiling of Sylvan Way.
BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby given to release Michael
Arnold's bond in the amount of $ 2000.00.
SYLVAN WAY
BOND REL-
EASE
Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board of a memorand:(ua he received FILE
from Mr. Albert Keeney, clerk of the County Legislature. The memorandum APPROVED
stated that Supervisor Nadolski should forward two copies of the approved BUDGET
budget to him. This must be filed immediately after it is adopted by the .
Town Board so the legislature can levy the town taxes.
Supervisor Nadolski apprised the town board of his discussion with PUMP STAT-
Jim Feuss from the Cortland County Board of Health Dept During the past ION- WOOD -
year, The town engineer, nor Attica Development Co. Inc., nor Mr. Dave RIDGE
Olp had conferred with them and the town board is now operating in jeopardy
with the New York State Board of Health. Mr. Feuss is now requiring the
following:
A. Two (2) copies of as -built drawings for entire facility, including
,.wiring diagram, and specifications,
B. Two (2) copies of all shop drawings submitted for approval. If
approval of existing facilities by appropriate authorities has
® not been granted, the applicant shall obtain said approvals,
C. Complete Maintenance Manual outlining regular service requirements.
All original manufacturers' equipment data, (pump model numbers,
serial numbers, local service outlets, etc.) shall be appended to
Manual,
D. The Town will assume ownership, but only if maintenance and operation
contract is provided for five (5) years with private contractor
to be paid for by the present owners. Performance Bond also re-
quired for duration of contract.
E. Any necessary major equipment failure and subsequent replacement
to be paid for by original owners, if occuring during five-year
period.
F. The present owners shall provide this Town of Cortlandville, New York
appropriate easements for access, inspections, and repairs.
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Dr. Merlin, co-owner of Chelsea Apartments advised the board as to their
involvment and expressed his concern. Attorney Gardner advised that he had notified
Ted Hoffmann, Attorney for Attica Development, of the above named provisions.
TRANSFER RESOLUTION # 150 AUTHORIZATION TO TRANSFER DM5130.2 to DS5142.4-
FUNDS L
Motion made by Councilman Pierce, seconded by Councilman Miller, All
Voting Aye..... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby given to transfer $ 6,04o.
from DM5130.2 Equipment Fund to DS,514�2.4• Snow Removal' Contractual to cover
expenses for fuel for vehicles for the remainder of the year.
HIGH- Supervisor Nadolski apprised the board that we have received the security
LAND PK bond for the Highland Park sub -division in the amount of $ 20,500. This is to •
SUB-DIV.guarantee the construction of "Mac Bean Lane" to specification and is on file in the
PERFOR. Town Clerk's Office.
BOND
RESOLUTION # 151 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT HIGHLAND PARK SUB -DIVISION
Motion made by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Pierce, All
Voting Aye... APPROVED.
WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town has approved a certain Subdivision
Plat of lands of "Highland Park Subdivision" subject to the filing of a Performance
Bond in the amount of $ 20,500., to guarantee the suitable and satisfactory const-
ruction of and grading of a certain proposed street known as "Mac Bean Lane" on or
before October 16, 1979, in accordance with a certain Road Profile and Culvert
Section of said street and specifications therefor made by John S. MacNeill , Jr.,
Licensed Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor, dated July 27, 1978, in accor -
dance with the Specifications of the Town of Cortlandville for Town Road.and
Street construction, dated September 28, 1978; and the suitable and satisfactory
construction of a new 6- inch water line and system with necessary fittings,
hydrants and appurtenances within the confines of the aforesaid street, on or
before October 16, 1979; and
WHEREAS, Carleton W. Potter, the owner and developer of said Highland Park
Subdivision, has delivered to the Town Clerk his Performance Bond in the amount
of $ 20,500., to guarantee the construction and grading of Mac Bean Lane as shown
on said Road Profile and Culvert Section, and the construction of said new 6-inch
water line and systems as shown on said subdivision Plat; and
WHEREAS, said Carleton W. Potter has formally offered to dedicate said
street to the public; and
WHEREAS, Carleton W. Potter, has delivered to the Town a proposed Deed,
dated October 4, 1978, conveying all of his right, title and interest in Mac Bean
Lane as shown on the aforesaid Subdivision Plat of lands;
NOW THEREFORE, be it
RESOLVED, that the aforesaid Performance Bond made and executed by said
Carleton W. Potter, to the Town of Cortlandville, in the amount of $ 20,5b0., be,
and it hereby is, approved as to form, sufficiency and manner of execution; and
be it further
RESOLVED, that the aforesaid street known as "Mac Bean Lane", be, and
hereby is, formally accepted as a public street of the Town of Cortlandville,
New York, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Town of Cortlandville, be, and she is hereby
authorized and directed to record the aforesaid Deed in the Cortland County Clerk's
Office.
RESOLUTION # 152 .AUTHORIZATION TO TRANSFER $ 71.00 FROM MACHINERY EQUIPMENT
TRANSFER FUNDS DM5130.2TO MACHINERY PERSONAL SERVICE 5130.1
Motion made by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Miller, All Voting
Aye, APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby given to transfer $ 71.00
from machinery equipment DM5130.2 to machinery personal service 5130.1.
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RESOLUTION # 153 SETTING DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PRELIMINARY BUDGET SETTING
FOR NOVEMBER 9, 1978 at 7:30 P.M. DATE FOR
PREL. BUDG.
Motion made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Pierce, All HEARING
Voting Aye... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing will be held on the Preliminary
Budget, November 9, 1978 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road,
Cortland, New York,
RESOLUTION # 154 AUTHORIZING TOWN CLERK TO MAKE 20 COPIES OF THE PRELIMINARY
BUDGET MAKE 20
COPIES OF
Motion made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Miller All BUDGET
Voting Aye, APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board has hereby authorized the Town
Clerk to make.20 copies of the preliminary budget for distribution at the
Budget Hearing.
Town Clerk Pauline Parker had been approached by several election ins-
pectors regarding the possibility of an increase in their hourly rate from
$ 2.25 to $ 2.50 hey stated $ 2.50 is what the city of Cortland pays. They
also questioned whether they had to be paid minimum wage. After discussion by
the Town Board the following resolution was made.
RESOLUTION # 155 AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE ELECTION INSPECTORS HOURLY RATE INCREASE
FROM 2.25 to 2.50 FOR 1978 PAY FOR
ELECTION
Motion made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Pierce, All INSPECTORS
Voting Aye..... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board has authorized an increase to the
election inspectors from $ 2.25 per hour to $ 2.50 per hour for 1978.
Supervisor Nadolski asked Water & Sewer Superintendant Fred Walker, Sr.,
to elaborate on the quality and reliability of the tyton pipe which Highland
Park Subdivision has requested permission to use. Mr. Walker highly recommended
the use of this pine and Councilman Pierce stated it is approved by AWWA and
that he also recommended they be given permission to use this pipe. After
much discussion the board made the following resolution.
RESOLUTION # 156 AUTHORIZING USE OF TYTON PIPE IN HIGHLAND PARK SUBDIVISION
Motion made by Councilman Thorpe, seconded by Councilman Manning, All
Voting Aye... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that approval is hereby given to use the tyton pipe in
Highland Park Subdivision,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following specifications must be followed:
a. Bronze wedges in every joint
b. all fittings must be mechanical joint
c. hydrants must be kennedy K-11
d. all hydrants require a valve in front
e. when tying into ex fisting mains use tapping sleeves and valves
AUTHORIZE
USE OF TYT-
ON PIPE
Zoning Enforcement Officer, Don Fowler apprised the board of a new mandate AUTHORIZE
from the state to be implemented by January 1, 1979., This is the State Energy DON. FOWLE1
Conversation Construction Code. Mr. Fowler requested authorization of the TO ATTEND
Board to allow him to attend a Seminar on December 5, 1978 in Syracuse, NY SCHOOL
to obtain more information regarding this,
RESOLUTION # 157 AUTHORIZATION TO ALLOW ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER DON FOWLER
TO ATTEND THE STATE ENERGY CON3.ERVATION SEMINAR
Motion made by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Manning, All
Voting Aye..... APPROVED.
BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby given for Zoning Enforcement
Officer Don Fowler to attend State Energy Conservation Seminar,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all expenses incurred will be paid as audited
by the Town Board
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ADJOURN There being no further business a motion was made by Councilman Manning,
seconded by Councilman Pierce, All Voting Aye...... The meeting was adjourned
at 9:00 P.M.
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Res ectfully Submitted, •
Pauline H. Parker
Town Clerk
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