HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-09-25-TB-FINAL-minutesTOWN BOARD MEETING
Town of Ulysses
September 25, 2018
Audio of the minutes are available on the website at ulysses.ny.us.
The meeting was held at the Ulysses Town Hall at 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg.
Notice of Town Board meetings are posted on the town’s website and clerk’s board.
ATTENDANCE:
TOWN OFFICIALS PRESENT:
Supervisor- Liz Thomas
Board members- Michael Boggs, John Hertzler, Rich Goldman, Nancy Zahler
Town Clerk- Carissa Parlato
Bookkeeper- Nina Thompson
Environmental Planner- John Zepko
OTHERS PRESENT:
Pete Angie, Roxanne Marino, Joe Miller, Bob Howarth
CALL TO ORDER:
Ms. Thomas called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
RESOLUTION 2018-165: APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the agenda for September 25, 2018
with the addition of discussions on budget and payroll.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/25/18
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:
(none)
GENERAL UPDATES:
(this agenda item was moved to later in meeting)
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OLD BUSINESS:
SUPPORT FOR JACKSONVILLE PLANNING
Ms. Zahler clarified that this project differs from the zoning update in that zoning draws the outlines
and development of a special area plan colors in the picture. This resolution is a baby step toward
that goal.
RESOLUTION 2018-166: SUPPORT FOR JACKSONVILLE PLANNING
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses 2009 Comprehensive Plan calls for the development of a
Special Area Plan for Jacksonville in order to define how the hamlet may be developed as new
uses are proposed; and
Whereas, the 2009 Route 96 Corridor Plan endorsed by the Town of Ulysses calls for the
development of Jacksonville as a node for more residential and mixed use development that
can be enhanced through better cross-walks, bicycle lanes and walking paths that connect
residents to transit stops, residences, businesses, and the Jacksonville Community Park,
allowing residents to get around the hamlet more easily; and
Whereas, the Town of Ulysses purchased several properties from Exxon Mobil in 2017 as
partial implementation of the Comprehensive Plan’s goals of historic preservation and hamlet
revitalization and
Whereas, the Zoning Update Project underway since 2015 has increased interest in the future
of the hamlet and
Whereas, the Jacksonville Community Association (JCA) has developed a new, active board of
directors and has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Ulysses for
shared services for the Jacksonville Park, and
Whereas, the Jacksonville Community Association and the Town of Ulysses have shared
interests in the development of a Special Area Plan, and
Whereas, there may be planning resources available to assist in the development of a full or
partial Special Area Plan,
Now therefore be it
Resolved, that the Ulysses Town Board supports the development of a Jacksonville Special
Area or Community Plan that engages community members in outlining goals and action steps
to support the development of the hamlet as a revitalized residential node with amenities
that enhance residential, recreational and commercial activity and further,
Resolved, that the Ulysses Town Board authorizes Nancy Zahler to work collaboratively with
the JCA to identify planning resources and funding sources to help develop a Special Area
Plan, while using minimal time from Planner John Zepko and further,
Resolved, that any proposal to support the development of a Jacksonville Community Plan
that involves staff time or financial support from Town of Ulysses will require review and
approval from the Ulysses Town Board.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
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Discussion:
Mr. Angie shared that the Route 96 corridor plan and the comp plan demonstrate great
outlines for Jacksonville development. The group that has been discussing this have submitted
an application to Cornell’s Design Connect program to assist with the project.
Board members gave input.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs nay
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-1
Date Adopted: 9/25/18
SALO HABITAT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION 2018-167: APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO SALO HABITAT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Whereas, The Town of Ulysses created an Advisory Committee on September 11, 2018 to
recommend guidelines for the use, promotion, and maintenance of the Salo Habitat, a Town-
owned environmental area purchased for environmental and recreational purposes,
Now therefore be it
Resolved, that the Town of Ulysses appoint the following members to serve on the Salo
Habitat Advisory Committee for terms beginning October 1, 2018 through December 31,
2019:
No. of
Members
Representing Name of Representative
2 Town Board or Town Government Nancy Zahler, Carissa Parlato
1 member +
alternate
Conservation Advisory and Sustainability
Committee
Don Ellis, Bara Hotchkiss
1 Resident from neighboring properties Aaron Rovitz
1 Ulysses/Tburg Resident Familiar with the
Habitat
Marvin Pritts
Further resolved that the following representatives should be consulted as determined by the
core advisory committee regarding stewardship: Village of Trumansburg DPW, Town Highway
department, Fish & Game Club member, law enforcement; and
Further resolved that Nancy Zahler is appointed chair.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Goldman
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Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/25/18
NEW BUSINESS:
HUNTING IN SALO HABITAT
RESOLUTION 2018-168: PROHIBITING HUNTING IN SALO HABITAT
WHEREAS, The Town of Ulysses purchased the Salo Habitat for environmental protection and
recreational use and
WHEREAS, the land may have been used by hunters in the past and
WHEREAS, bow hunting season begins October 1, 2018 and the newly created Salo Habitat
Advisory Committee has not had an opportunity to develop guidelines for the Habitat’s use
and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses wants to assure the safety of those who hike in the Salo
Habitat,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Ulysses Town Board prohibits all hunting in the Salo Habitat for the 2018
hunting season and further
RESOLVED, that signs be posted at key entrance points of the Habitat to declare No Hunting
Allowed and further
RESOLVED, that the Clerk shall widely advertise the Town’s no hunting policy to inform area
hunters, advise and protect Habitat hikers, residents and visitors by posting notices in local
newspapers, on the Town’s listserv and other places; and further
RESOLVED, the Ulysses Town Board ask the Salo Habitat Advisory Committee to recommend
guidelines on hunting for the 2019 Fall hunting season.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Goldman
Discussion:
Mr. Boggs noted that he supports hunting but wants more information before allowing it on
the property.
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
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Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/25/18
ZONING UPDATE
The board discussed the zoning update draft in advance of Wednesday evening’s meeting.
Ms. Marino and Mr. Howarth of the Zoning Update Steering Committee shared their viewpoints
Mr. Hertzler left at 8:20pm.
Mr. Zepko was excused at 9:11pm.
GENERAL UPDATES:
Ms. Thompson shared that Tompkins County Assessment has notified us that the vacant Jacksonville
property owned by the town was re-classified for public use so no taxes are due.
Ms. Thomas discussed an issue with the pay periods. The board weighed in.
APPROVAL FOR TOWN JUSTICES TO APPLY FOR JCAP GRANT
RESOLUTION 2018-169 AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATION TO THE JUSTICE
COURT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (JCAP):
Whereas the State of NY offers assistance to local municipal courts through the JCAP, and
Whereas the court justices are applying to add a surveillance camera in the court chambers
and replace court room chairs, and
Whereas JCAP grants have no requirement for a local match,
Therefore be it resolved that the Ulysses Town Board gives approval for Mark Dresser to
submit an application for grant funding to NYS JCAP.
Moved: Ms. Thomas Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas aye
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 5-0
Date Adopted: 9/25/18
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:
(none)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RESOLUTION 2018-170: APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 9/11 REGULAR MEETING
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Ulysses Town Board approve the minutes of 9/11.
Moved: Ms. Zahler Seconded: Mr. Boggs
Ms. Thomas abstain
Ms. Zahler aye
Mr. Hertzler aye
Mr. Boggs aye
Mr. Goldman aye
Vote: 4-0
Date Adopted: 8/28/18
GENERAL UPDATE:
Ms. Zahler shared that the new stop signs are up on Cayuga Street Extension.
ADJOURN:
Ms. Thomas moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:39pm; seconded by Mr. Boggs.
Respectfully submitted by Carissa Parlato on 10/2/18.