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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-05-08 - TB . " I r I , i I ( �� I I .. I. �E I 1. I ; 11 I I � ! 1 111 1 II I 79 TOWN OF ULYSSES REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING 5 / 8 / 2001 PRESENT: Supervisor Doug Austic, Councilpeople Carolyn Duddleston, Andrew Hillman, Sue Poelvoorde, and Robert Weatherby, Highway Superintendent James Meeker, Town Clerk Marsha Georgia . ALSO PRESENT: Gunther and Geraldine Keil, Grace Wolf, Richard and Peg Coogan Supervisor Austic called the meeting to order at 7 : 30 pm . Approval of Minutes : Regular Town Board Meetings of March 13th, 2001 April 10th, 2001 and April 28th, 2001 . Ms. Poelvoorde suggested including more of Mrs . Georgia and Peter Penniman's discussion on the renumbering of Iradell Road . Noting this and other corrections, Ms. Poelvoorde moved, seconded by Mr. Hillman to approve the minutes of April 10th, 2001 and April 28th, 2001 . Mr. Austic aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted . Mrs. Duddleston moved , seconded by Mr. Hillman to approve the minutes of March 13th . Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted . Approval of Monthly Claims Ms. Poelvoorde moved, seconded by Mrs. Duddleston to approve monthly vouchers 166 through 207, totaling $9, 526 . 83 . Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted . REPORTS OF REPRESENTATIVES Gunther and Gerry Keil, Ulysses residents residing on Rabbit Run Road Mr. and Mrs. Keil have submitted a request for municipal water from the Village of Trumansburg . Mrs. Keil noted that the two wells they have had drilled on their property both have significant problems associated with them . The Keils noted To of Ulysses \15 Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 that several of their neighbors, including one directly next door, already have municipal water. The current project plan is to connect the Keil's home and workshop to municipal water by tapping a currently existing water line, which runs to their next door neighbor's home, with a 2" line. Mrs. Keil noted that her family has two issues with this plain. First, being at the end of the line, water pressure would not be very good . Secondly, the Keils feel that Rabbit Run Road may eventually receive municipal water, if a potential annexation to the Village of Trumansburg takes place, and this would result in them paying for a second water line. Mr. Austic noted that Village of Trumansburg representatives had discussed annexing the proposed area and neighboring properties. Per. Austic asked how urgent the Keil's water situation is: Mr. and Mrs. KS responded, saying they do have water now. Mr. Austic noted that, since an annexation proposal might be submitted, to which the Keils' property and the rest of Rabbit Run Road could be logically added, it would make more sense to wait and se? if water to their property could be incorporated in the course of that action. Mr. Austic also suggested that it might be wise for the Keils to petition their neighbors and discuss the matter with the property owner who is interested in seeking the annexation . Mr. Austic also noted that a 2" line would provide adequate water and pressure for the Keils° home and workshop . Tompkins County Board of Representatives : Peter Penniman Mr. Penniman reported on the publication of some new pamphlets, regarding tourism in the area . Mr. Penniman discussed the matter of reapportionment. The Board of Representatives is eager to get through the process of reapportionment, and is considering a variety of options. The number of Board members could either be decreased to 13 or increased to 17. Interest has been expressed to maintain the number of 5 city representatives, although these representatives' districts may be expanded to reach beyond the City of Ithaca, to include parts of the Town of Ithaca . Mr. Penniman noted that increasing to 17 representatives would probably mean more rural representation . Mr. Austic noted that the Town of Ulysses is not at significant risk for awkward re-districting lines. Mr. Penniman also noted that in redistricting, attention i:; also being paid to election lines. If one Town and a portion of another are included in a Board of Representatives District, a voting machine must be purchased for the portion of the latter Town represented by the district. The logical coal is to avoid drawing district lines that will mandate the purchase of voting machines whenever possible. Mr. Penniman reported on the annual budget. For the upcoming fiscal year, county departments and municipalities will have to account for personnel pay increases without the help of county dollars. The budget allocation for wages and salaries will either remain static or be slightly reduced. Mr. Penniman reported that a number of departments have agreed to cut back their budgets both this year and in the year to come. 2 CEMENT ITh Town of Ulysses Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 Mr. Penniman reported that he has received a request for speed limit reduction on Perry City Road . Mr. Meeker stated that the problem would not be solved by reducing the speed limit, but by increasing enforcement of the current 55mph speed limit. Mr. Penniman agreed to speak to the Tompkins County Sheriffs Department. Mr. Penniman introduced discussion on the matter of Jet Ski Regulation on Cayuga Lake. Mr. Penniman confirmed that regulations of these vehicles are the responsibility of Towns. It was noted that the Waterfront Redevelopment Plan includes a clause encouraging Intermunicipal regulation of Jet-Skis. Ms. Poelvoorde clarified that the plan does include a clause on Jet-Ski regulation, but that it is only for within 500' of the shore. Trumansburg Fire Department No representative was present, no report was made. TOWN REPORTS Highway Superintendent Mr. Meeker reported that the Highway Department has been cleaning up dirt piles left behind when snow melted , patching all county roads, hauling stone, and removing rocks from cemeteries in preparation for mowing . Mr. Meeker reported that the bid he put in for a new used truck was accepted by Tompkins County, the old truck will be put up for auction on May 19th. Code Enforcement Officer Mr. Rachun reported that five permits were issued this month . These included two new single-family residences, one accessory building and two additions. Construction costs totaled $337,000, and fees totaled $ 1,611 . Mr. Rachun reported that Wireless One asked to place antennas on the water tower at the County Home. Town Attorney Bruce Wilson expressed the opinion that this project does not require any of the Town 's special permits. Mr. Rachun asked to retain the fees initially submitted by Wireless One to help cover the costs of obtaining Mr. Wilson's legal opinion . The company granted this request. Mr. Rachun also reported that Wireless One is looking to construct a communications tower, and that he directed them to the Trumansburg Fair Grounds as a potential site. Three Board of Zoning Appeals hearings are scheduled for Monday, May 14th. These include two area variances and one use variance . Town Clerk Mrs. Georgia reported that April fees totaled $ 1 ,454. 80, of which $718 was turned over to Supervisor Austic. Mrs. Georgia has been looking into " business exemptions" , which she noticed while reviewing the fire district for Tompkins County Department of Assessment. The Town of Ulysses gives a ten-year, decreasing business exemption to businesses. In the first year, a business has a 50% exemption on new construction . The exemption percentage decreases over ten years. 3 Town of Ulysses Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 Mrs. Georgia also reported that, in a letter received from Steuben ARC, this organization notified her that it would no longer be providing microfilming services. As Steuben ARC has been the provider of all microfilming services for the Town for many years, this is a shame. The Town will have to find a new provider, and will have to do so under pressure of time if the Records Management Grant that was applied for is awarded . Board Members and Committees, Ms. Poelvoorde reported on a matter from the Waterfront Plan Meeting . Tompkins County had initially claimed itself as lead-agency, but the NYS Department of State has informed the County that it cannot act in this capacity under SEQR. The County is looking for one of the local Towns or Villages to act as lead-agency. Ms. Poelvoorde reported that all municipal representatives present at the meeting were asked to report back to their local Boards. The Town of Lansing may be interested in filling the position of acting lead agency. Mr. Austic stated that he is sure Ulysses could act as lead agency if Lansing chooses not to. . Mr. Hillman reported that the Youth Commission sponsored an Earth Day celebration at the Trumansburg School Grounds, which was well attended . A white-water rafting trip is coming up Memorial Day Weekend . Mr. Hillman also reported that the Trumansburg Youth Services are seeking a logo, and that the results of last year's survey have been tabulated . Mr. Rachun noted that he had given Jolene Uticone an application for the County's Revitalization Grant, funds from which could be used to set up a Youth Center in a currently existing building . Supervisor No questions were posed concerning Supervisor Austio. ; financial report. OLD BUSINESS Planning : Board Appointment Ms. Poelvoorde noted that four very qualified individual3 had been interviewed . Mr. Ochs did work for a fertilizer sales company, and now works as an independent agricultural consultant. Ms. Poelvoorde moved, seconded by Mrs. Duddleston the following : BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses appoint Mark Ochs to the Ulysses Planning Board to serve a term of ;even years commencing immediately and expiring December 31st, 2007 . Mr. Austic no vote Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted. 4 Town of Ulysses 7g Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 Mr. Ochs will be notified by Mr. Austic and informed he must fill out a Tompkins County Application, sign the Oath of Office register and supply the clerk with his resume. Rabbit Run Water Request Previously discussed . Other: Atlantic Inland Mr. Ken Manzari has asked permission to issue electrical permits in the Town of Ulysses. Mr. Rachun noted that the Town's contract should mandate that property owners should go through the whole process with whichever contractor they initially work with . Mr. Austic stated that the contract could be drawn up with this clause. BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses allows Atlantic Inland to perform electrical inspections in the Town of Ulysses. Further resolve that a contract clause mandating that property owners must work with the same contractor, either NYS Board of Fire Underwriters or Atlantic Inland throughout the entirety of their projects . Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted . The resolution will be sent to Atlantic Inland and to the NYS Board of Are Underwriters. Mr. Rachun stated that Atlantic Inland should also see that the Town gets all paperwork for the inspection process. Water District # 3 Mr. Austic reported that Barton & Loguidice submitted a proposal for final engineering work. As a result of the April reduction of the area to be initially included in the proposed water district, the final engineering cost estimate was reduced from $60,000 to $27,000 . Because engineering work is required before a grant application can be submitted , the Town has already appropriated $60, 000 for engineering costs. Mr. Austic explained that the $27,000 would come from tax dollars and sales tax dollars initially, but will be levied to the water district once it is formed . Over time, water district users would reimburse the Town through their regular quarterly water payments. 5 Town of Ulysses 1G\ Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 Ms. Poelvoorde moved, seconded by Mrs. Duddleston the following : BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses authorize Supervisor Austic to sign the agreement with Barton & Loguidice for engineering work for the Town of Ulysses Water District #3 at a cost of $23, 700 with an additional $4000 allowance for Phase 1A CRS as stated in the agreement. Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted. Mr. Austic also reported that Christian Nill is working on an application for the Town of Ulysses to the Appalachian Regional Community Grant, for up to $150,000 for water, sewer infrastructure in areas of public health. The application is due June 8th. NEW BUSINESS George Frantz Contract Mr. Austic reported that Town Attorney Bruce Wilson has reviewed Mr. George Frantz's contract. The only change noted was that the price was wrong, Mr. Frantz told Mr. Austic that this was just a typing error, and it was corrected . Mrs. Duddleston moved, seconded by Mr. Hillman the following : BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Ulysses authorizes Supervisor Austic to sign the contract with George Frantz in the amount of $17,835 for professional planning assistance for the purpose of revising the Town of Ulysses Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted. Iradell Road Numbering Mr. Austic noted that the Town of Ulysses passed a resolution to re-number Iradell Road in 1997. In order for the Town of Ulysses to seek to work with all neighboring towns and concerned community service agencies, Mr. Austic suggested rescinding this resolution . Mr. Hillman moved, seconded by Ms. Poelvoorde, the following : 6 Town of Ulysses ge Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 WHEREAS : the Ulysses Town Board resolved at the regular Town Board meeting of July 7, 1997 to renumber house numbers in the Town on Iradell Road, and WHEREAS : It appears that Ulysses was the only municipality approached about the problem our four-digit system creates for the Fire and Disaster Office, and WHEREAS: Problems have been found in other municipalities, related or not to the four-digit system, and these problems may need to be addressed also, and WHEREAS : The program being used by the Fire and Disaster Coordinator is quite old and may be outdated , BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED THAT: The Ulysses Town Board revoke its motion of July 8th, 1997 and begin working with other municipalities to solve the problems that exist by whatever means practicable, and to ask county officials to investigate the possibility of a program upgrade which would accept a combination of numbering systems. As other municipalities may change to an upgraded numbering system, the Fire and Disaster communication system should be able to adapt to ensure the safety of all County residents. Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye Adopted . Mrs. Georgia reported to Mr. Penniman that she had spoken with Mary Ridley, of Tompkins County Fire & Disaster, who told her she has created a cross-reference system between 3 and 4 digit street numbers and has not had any difficulties with Iradell Road since she instituted this system . Mrs. Georgia also reported that she spoke with Richard Kinner, EMT who works with Trumansburg Ambulance. Mr. Kinner is compiling a notebook of all the areas they serve and has no problem with the four digit numbers on Iradell Rd . Mr. Penniman noted another difficulty. Mr. Penniman has spoken with Mr. Brayton Foster, Covert Town Supervisor, and found that the cellular towers system could create a great deal of difficulty for 911 calls made in north-western Tompkins County, with the calls being routed to Seneca Falls. HEARINGS FROM GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS No comments were heard . CORRESPONDENCE Mr. Austic suggested all Town Board members read the memorandum sent by the Towns and Villages to the County Board, regarding the communications towers program . ADJOURNMENT Mr. Hillman moved, seconded by Mr. Weatherby to adjourn the meeting . Mr. Austic aye Mrs. Duddleston aye Vb\ Town of Ulysses Regular Town Board Meeting 5/8/2001 Mr. Hillman aye Ms. Poelvoorde aye Mr. Weatherby aye The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 pm . Respectfully submitted, Marsha Georgia Town Clerk MLG : kl I I ' 8