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APRIL 5, 2023 5:04 P.M.
TOWN BOARD MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville was held at the
Raymond G. Thorpe Municipal Building, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York with
Supervisor Williams presiding.
Members present: Supervisor, Thomas A. Williams
Councilman, Jay E. Cobb
Councilman, David J. Donlick
Councilman, Jeffrey D. Guido
Councilman, Gregory K. Leach
Town Clerk, Kristin E. Rocco-Petrella
Others present were: Deputy Town Clerk, Abigail Albro; Highway Superintendent, Larry
Drach; Recreation Director, John McNerney; Town Residents: Robert Martin and Pamela Jenkins;
News Reporter: Jacob Mack from the Cortland Standard. Others joining via Zoom
video/telephone conference: Assistant to the Supervisor, Amanda Rainbow; News Reporter: Eddie
Velasquez from Cortland Voice.
Supervisor Williams called the Regular Meeting to order.
Councilman Leach made a motion, seconded by Councilman Guido to approve the Draft
Special Town Board Minutes of February 23, 2023, and the Draft Town Board Minutes of March
1, 2023 and March 15, 2023. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
There was a brief discussion regarding Highway Superintendent Drach’s request for the
purchase of a new loader. He commented that purchasing new equipment reduces the repair bills
on equipment, noting that in 2022 the Town spent $20,000 to repair a piece of equipment while
waiting to replace it. He stated that the new loader would replace a 16-year-old loader that would
either go to auction or be traded in depending on whether the minimum bid was met at the auction.
RESOLUTION #121 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN PURCHASE ORDER
#1484 TO ALTA CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A 2023 VOLVO L70H WHEEL LOADER IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $168,162.00 FOR THE TOWN
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Cobb
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to sign
Purchase Order #1484, as submitted by Highway Superintendent, Larry Drach to be paid to Alta
Construction Equipment for the purchase of a 2023 Volvo L70H wheel loader, for the total amount
not to exceed $168,162.00.
RESOLUTION #122 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS – APRIL
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as follows:
Funds A, B, DA, DB, Voucher #349-455
HG, SF, SS, SW General Fund A $ 167,645.53
General Fund B $ 18,130.08
Highway Fund DA $ 0.00
Highway Fund DB $ 205,347.40
Gutchess Lumber SC Project HG $ 27,143.88
C’Ville Fire District SF $ 0.00
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Sewer Fund SS $ 74,764.64
Water Fund SW $ 4,973.08
Funds CD1, CD3, CD4 Voucher #14-16
BMills Rehab CD1 $ 0.00
Town Wide Rehab CD3 $ 49,689.06
Business Devl CD4 $ 0.00
Funds TA, TE Voucher #9-11
Trust & Agency TA $ 54,325.26
Expendable Trust TE $ 0.00
Supervisor Williams offered privilege of the floor to Robert Martin.
Town resident, Robert Martin commented on three agenda items. He first commented on
agenda item I-5, authorizing the Supervisor to sign the NYS Empire State Development Incentive
Proposal dated March 20, 2023 regarding project #135,435 – Strategic Planning and Feasibility
Study for Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex future phases. Mr. Martin mentioned that t he
proposal was not available on the Town’s website prior to the meeting with the agenda information
and asked what the grant entailed. He questioned the need for the study and asked if a cost-benefit
analysis was done.
Regarding agenda item I-6, authorization for a new position titled Parks & Recreation
Maintenance Supervisor, Mr. Martin asked if the position would be full-time, year-round, and what
the salary range would be.
Finally, Mr. Martin commented on agenda item I-9, to receive and file correspondence
from Lime Hollow Nature Center (LHNC). Mr. Martin read excerpts of the letter aloud, in which
LHNC urged the Town to follow the strategies it identified in its Comprehensive Plan adopted in
2021 as “most urgent actions” by: establishing and adopting a designated Critical Environmental
Area surrounding the Wellhead protection Areas and Aquifer Protection District…, and adopting
Conservation Residential (CR) zoning to provide a transition between rural and more highly
developed areas to protect the integrity of…open space…from the impacts of incompatible land
uses” (page E5 of Comprehensive Plan). The letter closed by stating that the LHNC enjoys a
strong partnership with the Town, and that “with the designation of the Lime Hollow Area a
‘Critical Environmental Area’ pursuant to the recommendations of the Town of Cortlandville 2021
Comprehensive Plan, we plan on continuing to work together to support and build our community.
Mr. Martin asked what the status of implementing the Comprehensive Plan was action on the
immediate needs table 5-1.
Supervisor Williams thanked Mr. Martin for his comments.
Councilman Donlick made a motion, seconded by Councilman Guido, to receive and file
the NYS Agriculture and Markets Municipal Shelter Inspection Report and Dog Control Officer
Inspection Report, conducted on March 10, 2023, regarding the Cortland Community SPCA and
an “unsatisfactory” report and the reinspection of the facilities in 30-days. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
Councilman Donlick made a motion, seconded by Councilman Guido, to receive and file
the following monthly reports:
1. Supervisor – January 2023;
2. Water & Sewer Department – March 2023;
3. Tax Collector – March 2023;
4. Code Enforcement Officer, Kevin McMahon – March 2023;
5. Code Enforcement Officer, Desiree Campbell – March 2023; and
6. Town Clerk – March 2023;
All voting aye, the motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #123 ACCEPT THE MUNICIPAL REPORT OF SPECIAL
FRANCHISE ACTIVITY FOR THE TOWN OF
CORTLANDVILLE FOR THE YEAR 2022
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
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BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby accept the Municipal Report of Special
Franchise Activity for the year 2022 as submitted by David Briggs, Town Assessor for the Town
of Cortlandville to New York State Office of Real Property Tax Services.
Under new business, Town Clerk Rocco-Petrella requested Board authorization to close
the Town Clerk’s Office on April 24-25, 2023 to allow the staff to attend the New York State
Town Clerk’s Association Conference in Syracuse, NY. Notice of the office closure will be posted
on the Town’s website and published in the Cortland Standard. The notice was already provided
in the Town’s Newsletter – Spring Edition. Supervisor Williams voiced his support for the full
attendance of staff at the conference, noting the value of training.
RESOLUTION #124 AUTHORIZE CLOSURE OF TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE ON
APRIL 24-25, 2023 TO ALLOW STAFF TO ATTEND THE NEW
YORK STATE TOWN CLERK’S ASSOCIATION
CONFERENCE
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize the closure of the Town Clerk’s Office
on Monday, April 24, 2023 through Tuesday, April 25, 2023 to allow staff to attend the New York
State Town Clerk’s Association Conference in Syracuse, New York.
Attorney DelVecchio reported:
Request for CDBG Funds – Property Located at 7 Joseph Street:
Attorney DelVecchio apprised the Board he researched a request from Thoma
Development Consultants for consideration of loaning Town Community Development Block
Grant funds to property owner Theresa Driscoll who qualifies for funding, however 95% of her
property is in the City of Cortland and 5% is in the Town. The property line goes through the
garage, which is in need of repairs. Attorney DelVecchio explained the repairs to the garage and
surrounding rooms in the house were estimated at $20,000. The Town has approximately $60,000
available in grant funds from the 2021 CDBG, which must be spent by September 2023. The City
of Cortland does not have CDBG funds left to offer Ms. Driscoll, which is why Thoma
Development questioned whether the Town would be amendable to allowing the use of its CDBG
funds to repair the garage, which is partially in the Town. According to Thoma Development there
have not been any new applicants for funding. Members of the Board discussed the request and
determined it would be appropriate to approve Ms. Driscoll for funding since a portion of her
property is in the Town. Attorney DelVecchio indicated he would notify Thoma Development of
the Board’s decision.
RESOLUTION #125 AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF GRANT FUNDS TO THERESA
DRISCOLL FOR THE FOR THE 2021 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT TOWN-WIDE HOUSING
REHABILITATION PROGRAM (CDBG #287HR317-21)
Motion by Councilman Cobb
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
WHEREAS, a request was received from Thoma Development Consultants for the Town Board
to consider the extension of grant funds to Theresa Driscoll from the Town’s 2021 Community
Development Block Grant Town-wide Housing Rehabilitation Program (CDBG #287HR317-21),
for property located at 7 Joseph Street in the Town of Cortlandville and in the City of Cortland,
and
WHEREAS, Ms. Driscoll’s garage, which is partially located in the Town of Cortlandville, is in
need of approximately $20,000 of repairs, and
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WHEREAS, CDBG funding is not currently available from the City of Cortland, however the
Town has approximately $60,000 left in funding, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board hereby authorizes the request for funds to Ms. Driscoll for
property located at 7 Joseph Street in the Town of Cortlandville and City of Cortland for a 100%
deferred loan for the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Town-wide Housing
Rehabilitation Program (CDBG #287HR317-21), and it is further
RESOLVED, the required paperwork shall be submitted to the Town of Cortlandville prior to the
extension of loan funds.
Town Board Member reports:
Councilman Donlick apprised the Board he received noise complaints from several Town
residents concerning SUNY Cortland and construction work starting at 6:00 a.m. The noise was
bothersome to many neighbors; however, the concern was not addressed by the college. A petition
was circulated by residents, who planned to submit it to the Town Board for their assistance.
Supervisor Williams indicated that the Town has no authority on State property, however if a
petition were submitted to the Town, the Board would do what it could.
Councilman Guido reported that he attended the last CCTVS meeting in which shared
services was discussed.
He also congratulated the Cortland High School Women’s Varsity Basketball Team for
their successful season. The team, led by Coach Janice Meyer who was honored as the Coach of
the Year, finished their season as Section 3 Champions and made it to the State Final 4
Championship. The Board congratulated the team and Coach Meyer!
Councilman Cobb responded to comments made by Mr. Martin. He indicated the
Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee was working on changes, stating it was a matter
of wording of how to present it to the Town Board.
Supervisor Williams reported:
Request for Compensation for Planning Board Members Depositions:
Supervisor Williams apprised the Board there was discussion at the last Planning Board
meeting regarding compensation for Planning Board Members who were recently deposed for an
ongoing federal lawsuit brought against the Town by Economy Paving. Depositions were taken
by the Attorney for Economy Paving; to date Nick Renzi, Kathy Wickwire, John Folmer, Dick
Tupper, and Bruce Weber were deposed. Supervisor Williams and Attorney DelVecchio
explained that the depositions took approximately 4-5 hours each and involved preparation
beforehand with the Town’s attorney on the case. Supervisor Williams asked if the Town Board
would consider compensating those who were deposed in any way, mentioning that the Town
budgets for one extra Planning Board meeting each year.
Councilman Cobb and Councilman Donlick were in favor of compensation, which
Councilman Leach and Councilman Guido indicated reluctance to make a decision without
knowing more detail or taking more time to think about the request. No action was taken on the
request at this time, to allow the Board more time to review the matter.
Proposals from two New Software Companies:
Supervisor Williams explained that he received proposals from two software companies,
GoGov (emergency notification software) and NYCLASS (for investing Town money) for
services that may be beneficial to the Town. He briefly explained the software and asked if the
Board was interested in having him look into the services further. The Board was in agreement
for Supervisor Williams to research the software programs further and to present more information
to the Board at a later date.
At this time in the meeting the Board proceeded with new business items.
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RESOLUTION #126 ACCEPT NYS EMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE
PROPOSAL (PROJECT #135,435) IN THE AMOUNT OF $32,500
TO CONDUCT A STRATEGIC PLANNING AND FEASIBILITY
STUDY FOR THE FUTURE PHASES OF GUTCHESS LUMBER
SPORTS COMPLEX
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Cobb
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby accept the NYS Empire State Development
Incentive Proposal (project #135,435) valued at $32,500 to assist the Town in conducting a
Strategic Planning and Feasibility Study for the approximate cost of $65,000 for the future phases
of Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex, and it is further
RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to sign the NYS
Empire State Development Incentive Proposal (project #135,435).
RESOLUTION #127 AUTHORIZE APPROVAL OF PAYMENTS (DRAW #11)
REGARDING THE TOWN’S 2021 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT TOWN-WIDE HOUSING
REHABILITATION PROGRAM (CDBG #287HR317-21)
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Cobb
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize approval of payments (Draw #11) for
the following regarding the Town’s 2021 Community Development Block Grant Town-Wide
Housing Rehabilitation Program (CDBG #287HR317-21):
VanDee Plumbing & Heating – Payment to contractor (Coville) – $5,500.00
Thoma Development Consultants – Program Delivery SU – $12,300.00
Thoma Development Consultants – Administration – $3,100.00
Councilman Cobb made a motion, seconded by Councilman Leach, to receive and file the
following Petitions and Notice of Foreclosures for properties owned by former recipients of
Community Development Block Grant funds whose deferred payment loans have surpassed the
expiration date:
- The Estate of Grace Hedlund, 805 Lamont Circle, 95.16-01-71.000;
- The Estate of Jean Fish, 3350 Route 11, 98.00-01-59.100;
- David W. and Becky L. Sanford, 2310 Blodgett Mills Rd., 107.02-01-18.000.
All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Councilman Guido made a motion, seconded by Councilman Leach, to receive and file
correspondence from New York State Homes and Community Renewal, received April 4, 2023,
regarding the 2023 CDBG Program Income Certification due by April 17, 2023. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
There was discussion regarding agenda item I-6 to create a new position in the Town of
Cortlandville titled “Parks & Recreation Maintenance Supervisor”. Recreation Director, John
McNerney provided background information regarding the position, noting that the position has
been discussed since 2022 and was mentioned in the Town’s original feasibility study prior to the
GLSC being built. While he thanked the Town Highway Department for their work at the parks,
he stated that it has been a challenge to rely on the Town Highway Department “day in and day
out” for the maintenance and work that is required at the parks. The Town Recreation Commission
supported the new position and helped to develop a job description and work activities. The new
position, with an annual salary range of $38,000-$42,000, would require a four-year college degree
and as a competitive position would require a civil service examination. Recreation Director
McNerney planned to post and advertise the position and hire an employee by May 2023, with the
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help of a hiring committee comprised of himself, a member of the Recreation Commission, and a
representative from the Town Highway Department.
Recreation Director McNerney mentioned that maintenance has been a topic of discussion
between himself, Attorney DelVecchio and PBRT staff. He provided a list of work activities that
have to be done in a parks and recreation setting. He would work with the new hire to develop a
comprehensive maintenance plan for the parks with monthly work duties and tasks, including a
list of vendors, supplies and equipment on hand. Monthly reports would be submitted, and the
new hire would report directly to the Recreation Director and Highway Superintendent .
Recreation Director McNerney also mentioned that he hired Mike Cruzen as a part-time employee,
who formerly ran NBT Bank Stadium in Syracuse, NY.
In conclusion, Recreation Director McNerney also circulated a flier from the recent “High
School Classic” tournament held at GLSC. Most of the local baseball teams in Cortland County
participated in the tournament, which had a total of 18 teams.
Supervisor Williams congratulated Recreation Director McNerney and his team for their
work to run a successful tournament on the Town’s two new fields at GLSC.
RESOLUTION #128 CREATE NEW POSITION “PARKS AND RECREATION
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR” FOR THE TOWN OF
CORTLANDVILLE
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Cobb
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby create one new full-time position titled “Parks
and Recreation Maintenance Supervisor” for the Town of Cortlandville in accordance with the
Civil Service Law and Rules, and accepts the New Position Duties Statement and Description as
accepted by the Cortland County Civil Service Department.
Councilman Cobb made a motion, seconded by Councilman Leach, to receive and file
correspondence from Insero & Company, Certified Public Accountants, dated March 17, 2023,
regarding the scope of services and timing of the audit of the Town of Cortlandville’s financial
statements and compliance as on the year ending December 31, 2022. All voting aye, the motion
was carried.
RESOLUTION #129 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT
WITH INSERO & CO. CPAs, LLP TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT
OF THE 2022 TOWN ACCOUNTING RECORDS
Motion by Councilman Cobb
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to sign the
agreement with Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP to conduct an audit of the 2022 Town accounting records,
for an amount not to exceed $19,500.00.
Councilman Leach made a motion, seconded by Councilman Guido, to receive and file and
forward to the Town Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee, correspondence from Ilya
Shmulenson, Executive Director of Lime Hollow Nature Center, dated March 20, 2023, urging the
Town to follow the strategies it identified in its Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2021 by
establishing and adopting a designated Critical Environmental Area surrounding the Wellhead
protection Areas and Aquifer Protection District, and adopting Conservation Residential zoning
“to provide a transition between rural and more highly developed areas to protect the integrity
of…open space…from the impacts of incompatible land uses”. All voting aye, the motion was
carried.
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RESOLUTION #130 REFER AQUIFER PROTECTION PERMIT APPLICATION
SUBMITTED BY CORTLAND CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP TO
THE TOWN AND COUNTY PLANNING BOARDS FOR
REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Aquifer Protection Permit application submitted by Cortland Chrysler
Dodge Jeep, Inc. to construct a new auto sales and vehicle repair facility, for property owned by
8961 Rt 11 Properties, LLC located at 3878 Route 281, tax map #86.17-01-08.210, is hereby
received and filed and shall be forwarded to the Town and County Planning Boards for review and
recommendations.
RESOLUTION #131 CONSENT TO TOWN PLANNING BOARD ACTING AS LEAD
AGENCY FOR SEQRA PURPOSES CONCERNING THE
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY CORTLAND CHRYSLER
DODGE JEEP FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3878 ROUTE 281
Motion by Councilman Cobb
Seconded by Councilman Guido
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby consent to the Town Planning Board acting as
Lead Agency for SEQRA purposes concerning applications submitted by Cortland Chrysler Dodge
Jeep, Inc. to construct a new auto sales and vehicle repair facility, for property owned by 8961 Rt
11 Properties, LLC located at 3878 Route 281 in the Town of Cortlandville, tax map #86.17-01-
08.210.
RESOLUTION #132 REFER AQUIFER PROTECTION PERMIT APPLICATION
SUBMITTED BY SUIT-KOTE CORPORATION TO THE TOWN
AND COUNTY PLANNING BOARDS FOR REVIEW
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Aquifer Protection Permit application submitted by Cortland Used Cars
to replace the current automobile sale and service buildings with a new facility, for property owned
by Shawn Malchak located at 3600 Route 281, tax map #95.12-01-21.000 and 95.12-01-24.000,
is hereby received and filed and shall be forwarded to the Town and County Planning Boards for
review and recommendations.
RESOLUTION #133 AMEND TOWN FEE SCHEDULE TO ESTBALISH THE “ONE-
DAY MARRIAGE OFFICIANT” APPLICATION FEE AND
LICENSE OF $25.00
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Guido
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby amend the Town Fee Schedule to establish the
“One-Day Marriage Officiant” application fee and license of $25.00 in accordance with the
amendment to the New York State Domestic Relations Law §11-d in relation to designating lay
individuals to solemnize marriages.
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RESOLUTION #134 DECLARE A 2015 CHEVY 2500 TRUCK (#104) AS SURPLUS
EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZE WATER & SEWER
SUPERINTENDENT TO SELL THE VEHICLE USING
AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Guido
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby declare a 2015 Chevy 2500 truck (#104), Vin
#1GC1KVEG3FF116204 as surplus equipment due to the purchase of a new 2023 Chevy 2500
truck (#105), Vin #2GC4YNE79P1721770, and it is further
RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct Water & Sewer Superintendent
Congdon to sell the vehicle using Auctions International.
RESOLUTION #135 AMEND TOWN FEE SCHEDULE TO ESTABLISH THE
ANNUAL PRIVATE HYDRANT INSPECTION FEE OF $75.00
PER HYDRANT
Motion by Councilman Cobb
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby amend the Town Fee Schedule to establish the
Annual Private Fire Hydrant Inspection Fee of $75.00 per hydrant in accordance with the Town’s
Private Fire Hydrant Law adopted December 7, 2022.
RESOLUTION #136 ACKNOWLEDGE THE AWARD OF JCAP GRANT #5351 IN
THE AMOUNT OF $2,150.00 TO PURCHASE A PAPER
SHREDDER AND FILING CABINET FOR THE TOWN COURT
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Cobb
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby acknowledge the award of JCAP Grant #5351
in the amount of $2,150.00 to purchase a paper shredder and filing cabinet for the Town Court.
RESOLUTION #137 AWARD BID FOR TRASH REMOVAL AT THE RAYMOND G.
THORPE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, TOWN HIGHWAY
GARAGE AND GUTCHESS LUMBER SPORTS COMPLEX TO
CASELLA WASTE MANAGEMENT
Motion by Councilman Guido
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Town Highway Department requested bids for trash removal at the Raymond G.
Thorpe Municipal Building, Town Highway Department, and the Gutchess Lumber Sports
Complex, and
WHEREAS, quotes were requested and were received as follows:
Casella Waste Management Total/Month: $ 761.00
Syracuse Haulers Waste Removal, Inc. Total/Month: $ 798.75
Waste Management Total/Month: $1,060.00
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the bid for trash removal at the Raymond G. Thorpe
Municipal Building, Town Highway Department, and the Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex is
hereby awarded to Casella Waste Management for a two-year contract, in the amount of $761.00
per month.
Supervisor Williams had a few more matters to bring to the Board. First, he informed the
Board that Glenn Reisweber, former director of Lime Hollow Nature Center, volunteered to work
with Town to start looking at laying out walking trails at GLSC and possibly at Testa Park. Mr.
Reisweber offered his assistance pro-bono. Supervisor Williams noted that Mr. Reisweber laid
out most of the trails at Lime Hollow Nature Center.
RESOLUTION #138 AUTHORIZE GLENN REISWEBER TO ASSIST THE TOWN OF
CORTLANDVILLE TO DESIGN WALKING TRAILS AT
GUTCHESS LUMBER SPORTS COMPLEX AND TESTA PARK
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Donlick
VOTES: AYE – Williams, Cobb, Donlick, Guido, Leach NAY – 0
ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize Glenn Reisweber, Town resident and
former Executive Director of the Lime Hollow Nature Center, to assist the Town of Cortlandville
with designing walking trails at Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex and Testa Park on a volunteer,
pro-bono basis.
There was a brief discussion regarding the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charges in
the Town at Town Hall and at GLSC. Councilman Donlick and Supervisor Williams explained the
tentative locations. According to the Town’s contract with the EV charging company, there would
be no expense to the Town and the Town would receive a small percentage back. Councilman
Donlick added that the installation of the EV chargers was a public service for the community.
Supervisor Williams mentioned that the Town offices, including the Highway Department
and Water/Sewer Department would be closing at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 7, 2023. He
mentioned that the Town typically closes at 12:00 p.m. the Friday of a holiday weekend.
No further comments or discussion were heard.
Councilman Leach made a motion, seconded by Councilman Cobb, to adjourn the Regular
Meeting to an Attorney-Client Privileged Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin E. Rocco-Petrella, RMC
Town Clerk
Town of Cortlandville
*Note:
The draft version of this meeting was submitted to the Town Board for their review on April 11, 2023.
The final version of this meeting was approved as written at the Town Board meeting of .