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The first Town Board meeting of the month was held at the
Town Hall, 15 Terrace Rd. with Supervisor, Robert P. Blatchley
presiding. Other Board members present were Justices, Donald Eaton
and Ronald Fish and Councilmen, Sherman Griswold and Ray Miller.
Others present were; Town Clerk, Christine Canestaro; Town Attorney,
John Gardner; Town Engineer, William Rowell; Zoning Enforcement Officer,
Don Fowler; Legislators, Shirley Fish, & Delmar Palm; news reporter,
Skip Chapman; Attorney John Folmer and several residents of the town
who were here for the public hearings.
7:30 P.M. a public hearing was held regarding the application for
funding under the Community Development Act of 1974. A transcript
of this hearing will be on file in the Town Clerks office. The hearing
was closed at 7:50 P.M.
A public hearing was held regarding the same matter this afternoon at
4:00 p.m.. A transcript of this hearing will also be on file in the
Town Clerk's office.
7:50 P.M. The Town Clerk read the minutes of the last meeting. There
were no corrections or additions. Upon motion of Councilman Miller,
seconded by Justice Eaton, all voting aye, the minutes were approved
as read.
8:00 P.M. A public hearing was held regarding the application of
Cortland Co-operative Insurance CO.'s request for a zoning change.
The hearing was closed at 8:32 P.M.. A copy of the transcript of this
hearing will be on file in the town clerk's office.
8:32 P.M. The Town Board meeting reconvened.
The Town Clerk reported she had received a new check from Robert Bean
to replace the outdated check she -was holding in escrow. She said that
the check was accompanied by a conditional permit from the Health Dept.
which expires 12/31/75. Also, he had provided a layout map of Penguin
Trailer Park which he said, met with the Health Dept. requirements.
After some discussion, the following resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION #171: AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE A TRAILER PARK RENEWAL PERMIT
TO ROBERT BEAR FOR PENQUIN TRAILER PARK
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Councilman Miller, all
voting aye and adopted.
BE IT RESOLVED, That the town clerk be, and she hereby is, authorized
to issue a trailer park renewal permit to Robert R. Bean for the
operation of Penguin -Starr Trailer Park for the year 1975, subject
to the conditions set forth by the Cortland County Health Dept.
Zoning Enforcement Officer, Don Fowler, gave the following report
regarding building permits issued -by him during the month of November.
3 new house permits
2 house additions
1 accessory building
1 apartment addition
1 sign pemmit
Totals year to date
Valuation
$60,000
3,500
2,000
8,000
2, O0
$76,000
$1,176,200
Cost of Permit
$ 60.00
10.00
5.00
8.00
5.00
$ 88.00
$1,417.00
Supervisor Blatchley gave the following report on the financial status of
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e town as of 11/30/75:
General Fund Balance
$ 77,120.33
Federal Revenue Sharing Fund
Bal. 17,128.45
Water District #1 Balance
107,020.27
Water District #2 Balance
Water District #3 Balance
.19589.90
5,013.87
Sewer District #1 Balance
40,935.56
Highway Fund Balance
58,202.05
Comprised of:
Repairs & Improvements
$11,812.91
Bridges
9,415.53
Machinery
13,567.14
Snow Removal & Misc.
23,406.47
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Supervisor Blatchley requested a resolution be made recommending
a speed limit of 45 MPH on theMcLean Rd. from Stupke Rd. to Deerfield
Hts.. After some discussion, the following resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION #172: PETITION TO CORTLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDANT
FOR LOWER SPEED LIMIT ON THE MCLEAN RD.
Upon motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Justice Eaton,
all voting aye and adopted.
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville has
received a petition fromthe residents of McLean Rd. requesting
a lower speed limit on McLean Rd. from Stupke Rd. to Deerfield
Heights, and
WHEREAS, The Town Board does recognize the need for a lower
speed limit on said road to provide for better safety of the
residents,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, That the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville does
hereby petition the Cortland County Superintendant of Highways
to make application to the State of New York for a lower speed
limit on the McLean Rd. between Stupke Rd. and Deerfield Heights.
RESOLUTION #173: PETITION TO CORTLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDANT
FOR LOWER SPEED LIMIT ON PENDLETON ST. EXT.
Upon motion of Justice Fish, seconded by Councilman Griswold, all
voting aye and adopted.
WHEREAS, The Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville has received a
petition from the residents of Pendleton St. Ext. requesting
a lower speed limit on Pendleton St. Ext. from the City Line to
the Saunders Road, and
WHEREAS, The Town Board does recognize the need for a'.lower
speed limit on said road to provide for better safety of the
residents,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, That the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville does
hereby petition the Cortland County Superintendant of Highways
to make application to the State of New York for a lower speed
limit on Pendleton S't...Ext: from the city.line to the Saunders Rd.
Legislator, Shirley Fish asked if a request for a lower speed limit
on Fisher Ave could be made at the same time. She was advised that a
petition of the residents on Fisher Ave. should be presented before the
request could be made.
Supervisor Blatchley reported that the sewer and water agreements
with the Village of Homer for the Northwood (Meadowbrook) Development
had been submitted. Mr. Rowell will review these agreements in detail
before any action is taken on them.
Supervisor Blatchley read a letter he had received from Mayor
Calale of the Village of Homer regarding the proposed sewer connection
and use charges for the T & M Diner. Attorney Gardner advised the
supervisor that a contract should be made with the T & M Diner before
the agreement with the Village of Homer is signed. Attorney Gardner
said he would draw up the contracts. The matter was tabled until the
contracts are drawn up.
Supervisor Blatchley calle4for action on the H.U.D. application.
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RESOLUTION #174: AUTHORIZATION FOR SUPERVISOR TO SIGN APPLICATION FOR
(DOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Upon motion of Councilman Ray Miller, seconded by Justice
Donald Eaton, all voting aye, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, The Town of Cortlandville, New York, is entitled to
receive funds pursuant to the provisions of the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974; and
WHEREAS, in order to receive such Community Development Block
Grants, Part 570-subpart E, Applications and Criteria for
Discretionary Grants, the Town must prepare an application that
includes (1) a community development plan summary, (2) the
first year Community Development Program, (3) a Housing Assistance
Plan, (4) the community development plan budget, (5) certifications
as to compliance with applicable Federal laws; and
WHEREAS, the Town will (1) plan and prepare for the implementation
of community development activities; and
WHEREAS, Section 570-400 of the Rules and Regulations pertaining to
community development block grants, published in the Federal Register
(Volume 40 no. 27, February 7, 1975) authorizes as of that date,
the application incurring costs for the planning and preparation of
an application, subject to the approval of the Secretary under
570.400 (e) Advance of Funds.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that:
1. The Town, as of the date of this resolution, will recognize
local costs incurred for the planning and preparation of the
application as eligible costs to be reimbursed from the funds to
be received as of final approval of application. The Town further
recognizes that
a. The reimbursement for such local costs will be dependent
upon:
Nthe availability of appropriated funds, and
the submission of a timely application in accordance
with all applicable requirements.
b. The total amount of such locally advanced funds may not
exceed 10 percent of the Town's entitlement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Supervisor be, and he hereby is,
authorized to sign the application forms.
Supervisor Blatchley read a letter he had received from Warren Eddy,
Library Director of the Cortland Free Library, requesting consideration be
given his request for a lump sum payment in February of monies allocated for
the Library rather than the quarterly payments as has been done in the past.
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Justice Fish, all voting aye, the
letter was ordered received and filed. A discussion followed. No action was
taken.
Mr. Blatchley reviewed the ambulance contract with Hayes Ambulance
for the year 1976. A discussion followed.
RESOLUTION #175: AUTHORIZATION FOR SUPERVISOR TO SIGN AMBULANCE CONTRACT FOR
THE YEARS 1976 & 1977
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Justice Fish, all voting
aye and adopted.
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Supervisor be, and he hereby is, authorized
to sign the ambulance contract for the years 1976, 1977 after it has
been reviewed and approved by the town attorney, in the amount of
$13,922.56 or $14,899.82 the price depending upon whether or nor
Truxton and Preble enter into the County program.
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Supervisor Blatchley advised the Board that he had received
notification from Grover Eaton of the City of Cortland Water Board
-16hat city water rates to. Water Dist. #1 (Vernon Dr.) and Water Dist #2
(Crestwood Court) would be increased, effective the first quarter of
1976. The amount of the increase is .133 per M. Since the Town of
Cortlandville Water District Ordinance lists the maximum rate of 500
per M gallons the rate change cannot be passed on to the consumer
unless the ordinance is amended.
Mr. Rowell stated, for the present, it would be best to absorb
the additional cost even though the town will'be paying more than is
charged the customer, as the users of city water in District #1 have been
paying a water district tax as well as the 500 per M gallons, and it
would take some time to change the ordinance. Water District #2, he
said., could be taxed for the increased cost of water. No action was
taken at this time.
Supervisor Blatchley said that Mr. Bennie Gunzenhauser had
requested a delegate from the town board be present at the next meeting of
the Environmental Committee, on Dec. 8, 1975• Mr. Blatchley said he thought
they wanted to discuss, primarily, a town beautification program for which
they wanted the town board's co-operation.
Justice Eaton stated that he had been contacted and they wanted
to use the town highway trucks to clean up trash on private property.
Jutice Eaton advised them that it was illegal to use town trucks for this
purpose. Also, he said, they wanted some money for beautification projects.
He advised them that $100.00 had been allocated in the 1976 budget for the
administration of the Environmental Committee and that there was no other
money available for beautification projects for them.
Supervisor Blatchley was named as delegate to attend the
meeting of the Environmental Committee.
RESOLUTION #176: AUTHORIZATION FOR SUPERVISOR TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH SPCA
FOR THE YEAR 1976
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Councilman Miller,
all voting aye and adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Supervisor be, and he hereby is, authorized
to sign a contract with the Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals, Inc. for the year 1976 in the amount of
$3600.00.
Mr. Rowell advised the Board that he had met with Walter Spencer
and the state Health Dept. and at that time, it was agreed that Mr. Spencer
was to make two applications - one to F.H.A. and one to the Appalachin group
for funding to supply water to South Cortland. Mr. Spencer has agreed to
make these applications within the next 30 days.
Mr. Rowell said he had communicated with Cortlandville Mall, who
have attempted to obtain additional information from Audit & Control in the
hopes of resolving the complete matter of that water district rather than to
give the town a letter which would permit the town to take water from the
farther end of their privately owned pipe line, to supply the South Cortland
area. They did furnish the letter requested so that the application which
Mr. Spencer was sending out would not be held up.
Regarding Groton Ave. Sewers, Mr. Rowell reported that prices
had to be afirmed and deeds obtained from owners of property at the
Groton Ave. shopping center.
Mr. Rowell reported that he is proceeding with details on
Sewer District #3. Because of economics, he said, a cutback was necessary
but he feels he has come up with a solution that will be satisfactory as far
as the section on Groton Avenue is concerned - both the trunk line sewer and
the sewer on the south side and also the sewers on route 281 southerly of
Groton Avenue. Mr. Rowell explained that he had apportioned the cost to date
for time spent on the proposed sewer districts 2 and 3 and would henceforth
keep separate accounts of these two districts. Mr. Blatchley asked how much
more money would be required. Mr. Rowell replied that it would cost
approximately $2,000.00 more, making a total cost of approximately $7,000.00
for the two districts.
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Regarding Sewers on route 11, Mr. Rowell said it would be some
time before finalizing the complete area proposed to be in that sewer district.
A temporary arrangement has been made for the T & M Diner. Because of the
urgency and complications concerning the motel in that area, a critical look
will be given to the possibility of a strip district which would encompass
the properties already adjacent to and available to the existing sewer, plus
the diner and the motel and get those resolved. The others,he said, are a
complete different financial picture and would take a longer time to resolve.
Regarding the water pipe relocation on route 281, Mr. Rowell
reported that the taps to the existing mains have all been made. The pipe
has been delivered and work is proceeding on the project.
® David Chaffee of the Frank Taylor Hose Co. #4 reported that dirt
had been dumped on the area the firemen had leveled off for an ice skating
rink and requested the help of the town to level it off again. He did not
know where the dirt had come from.
Mr. Blatchley said he thought it was coming from the pipe line
relocation project.
Mr. Rowell said he had advised the pipe line contractor to contact
Fire Chief, Jack Harvey to see if the firemen wanted the dirt for their
project and where the dirt was to be dumped. He assumed he had done so.
He said he had told the contractor that he did not want to become involved
with the matter and that it would be strictly between the contractor and
Chief Harvey.
Justice Eaton said that someone should have control of the
material being dumped so that more material would not be dumped on the site
after it is leveled off again. �Ie said that he felt the firemen should be
responsible as they had reques-b'=lpermission to install the ice skating rink
at no cost to the town and leveling the area would cost the town in manpower
and machine use.
Mr. Chaffee was advised to talk with Fire Chief Harvey to see
what he knows about the matter.
Supervisor Blatchley said he would follow through on the matter.
RESOLUTION #177: AUTHORIZATION FOR SUPERVISOR TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH
WALLACE & TIERNAN FOR ELECTRO RUST -PROOFING CATHODIC PROTECTION SERVICE
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Councilman Miller, all
voting aye and adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Supervisor be and he hereby is, authorized to
sign a contract with Wallace and Tiernan for Electro Rust -Proofing
Cathodic Service, Plan B, for the period 1/l/76-12/31/76.
RESOLUTION #178: AUTHORIZATION TO PAY AUDITED BILLS
Upon motion of Justice Eaton, seconded by Councilman Miller, all
voting aye audited.bills were ordered paid as follows:
General Fund Claims #408-443 $ 8,513.28
Water District #1 Claims #153-171 23,352.57
NXINk Sewer Dist.#1 Claim #10 655.00
Highway Fund Claims #199-214 1, 392.22
$33,913.07
There being no further business, upon motion of Councilman Griswold,
seconded by Justice Eaton, the meeting was adjourned at 10:06 P.M..
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CHRISTINE C TARO TOWN CLERK