HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-06-2011APRIL 6, 2011
5:00 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 Tupper presiding.
Members present: Supervisor, Richard C. Tupper
Councilman, Theodore V. Testa
Councilman, Ronal L. Rocco
Councilman, John C. Proud
Councilman, Gregory K. Leach
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder, RMC
Others present were: Town Attorney, John Folmer; Highway Sup't. Carl Bush; News
Reporters: Jeremy Houghtaling from the Cortland Standard, and Sharon Stevans for Channel 2,
Access TV, Barbara Leach, Cortland County Deputy Fire Coordinator, Kevin Whitney and
Richard Bush, representing the Cortland County Fair Board.
Supervisor Tupper called the meeting to order.
Councilman Leach made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa to approve the Town
Board minutes of March 16, 2011. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #73 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN
PURCHASE ORDER #1142
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to sign
Purchase Order #1142 submitted by Highway Sup't. Carl Bush for the purchase of netting for
Citizens Park baseball fields for which a price has not yet been established.
RESOLUTION #74 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS — APRIL
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as follows:
General Fund A Vouchers # 178 - 212 $ 103,127.60
General Fund B B31 - B37 $ 6,962.52
Highway Fund DB D107 - D127 $ 21,729.52
Trust & Agency T20 - T23 $ 27,825.40
Special Grants CIO - C 12 $ 10,419.12
Water Fund W79 - W92 $ 7,246.81
Sewer Fund S23 - S35 $124,458.36
Capital Project H17 - H19 $ 113.46
Supervisor Tupper offered privilege of the floor to Richard Bush, representing the
Cortland County Fair Board.
Richard Bush requested to have Fairground Drive and Carroll Street closed again, as this
has been done for the past two years, for the Cortland County Fair. He stated the dates would be
from July 11 through July 17, 2011. Supervisor Tupper questioned if they would be closed
completely or if emergency vehicles would be able to get through. Richard Bush stated, they
would be closing the center section completely off with a roundabout for emergency vehicles.
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RESOLUTION #75 AUTHORIZE "TEMPORARY CLOSURE" OF A SECTION
OF FAIRGROUND DRIVE AND CARROLL STREET
FOR THE CORTLAND COUNTY FAIR
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Town received a request from the Cortland County Fair Board to authorize a
"Temporary Closure" of a section of Fairground Drive and Carroll Street during the 2011 Cortland
County Fair, and
WHEREAS, the temporary closure will not prohibit emergency vehicles access to Fairground Drive
or Carroll Street, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize a "Temporary Closure" on a portion of
Fairground Drive and Carroll Street, being the "corner" where the two roadways connect, from July
11, 2011 through July 17, 2011 for the 2011 Cortland County Fair, and it is further
RESOLVED, signage for the temporary closure shall be provided by the Cortland County Fair
Board.
The monthly reports of the Town Clerk, Tax Collector and Code Enforcement Officer for
the month of March 2011 and for the Justice for the month of February 2011, were on the table
for review and are filed in the Town Clerk's office.
A motion was made by Councilman Rocco and seconded by Councilman Testa to receive
and file correspondence from Lime Hollow Center for Environmental and Culture dated March
29, 2011, regarding the consideration of waiving the water and sewer benefit tax for their
property located on Stupke Rd., tax map #95.15-03-23.100. All voting aye, the motion was
carried.
There was discussion in regards to correspondence from Glen Reisweber, Lime Hollow
Nature Center for Environmental and & Cultural, dated March 29, 2011, regarding property
between Stupke Road & Lime Hollow Road, tax map #95.13-03-23.000. Supervisor Tupper
apprised the Board, the Lime Hollow Center for Environmental and Culture would accept being
charged one unit each for water and sewer benefit tax. It was indicated that this property would
be kept forever green. However, if that were to change the unit charge would go back to its
original charge. Supervisor Tupper stated the Center would be charged one unit for water benefit
and one unit for sewer benefit in 2012 and the charge for 2011 would not be waived.
Councilman Rocco stated that it is not the town's policy to do that.
Attorney Folmer interjected and asked that the town allow him to prepare a formal
resolution beginning with .January 2012 to establish a precedent point of view and to make clear
what the town intends to do in the form of a formal resolution aimed specifically for this
property. Attorney Folmer stated he could have it prepared by the next meeting. Supervisor
Tupper agreed the town would not take any action until the April 20, 2011 Town Board Meeting.
RESOLUTION #76 TABLE REQUEST OF LIMEHOLLOW NATURE CENTER
FOR ENVIRONMENT AND CULTURE ,TIE REMOVAL
OF THE WATER AND SEWER BENEFIT TAX FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED ON STUPKE ROAD TO
APRIL 20, 2011 TOWN BOARD MEETING
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby table the request of the Lime Hollow Nature
Center for Environment and Culture for the removal of the water and sewer benefit tax for
property located on Stupke Road, tax map # 95.15-03-23.100, until April 20, 2011 Town Board
meeting to allow the Town Attorney to prepare a resolution for the request.
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Town Clerk Snyder apprised the Board she received Doug's Fish Fry notice to file an
application to renew their liquor license with the NYS ABC Board.
A motion was made by Councilman Rocco and seconded by Councilman Testa to receive
and file correspondence for the Renewal Application Notice from Doug's Fish Fry located at 206
West Road, Cortland, New York in the Town of Cortlandville, dated March 22, 2011, regarding
the renewal of their liquor license. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Town Clerk Snyder also apprised the Board, Fiscal Advisors has been taking care of the
Polkville Waterline Extension Project for the town in order to go out to bid for the BAN. She
stated the bid was opened today, April 6, 2011 and they had three selective bidders. The first
bidder was First Niagara Bank, the second was Oppenheimer & Company and the third was
Tatonka Capital Corporation. The lowest bidder was First Niagara Bank at 1.68%. Town Clerk
Snyder stated that Fiscal Advisors is now working with Bond Council in New York to prepare
the BAN for the Town of Cortlandville's portion of the Polkville Waterline Extension Project.
Attorney Folmer reported:
Wind Turbine Sub -Committee Meeting:
Attorney Folmer reported that Councilman Rocco, Councilman Proud and himself met
with James Trasher of Clough Harbour & Associates to discuss location and regulation of wind
turbines. Attorney Folmer stated Mr. Trasher was asked to prepare a map with demonstrative
evidence of setbacks so the Town of Cortlandville could understand where these facilities might
be located. Attorney Folmer said he received that document late last night and will provide
Councilman Rocco and Councilman Proud with copies of that map. Attorney Folmer added
another meeting will be scheduled with James Trasher to review this information and other
documentation. Attorney Folmer said he realizes that this has been a slow process, but this is a
significant project and everything needs to be done correctly. He would keep the Board apprised
of their efforts.
Polkville Waterline Extension Project — Easements:
Attorney Folmer reported that the Town of Cortlandville is required to have nineteen
easements before the town can have a pre -construction meeting. He stated he has all but two of
the easements, but expects them to be forthcoming soon.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud and seconded by Councilman Leach to receive
and file the Cortland County Planning Department recommendation, dated March 11, 2011 and
Resolution #11-04 from the Cortland County Planning Board dated, March 16, 2011, regarding
the Aquifer Protection Permit Application of Intertek Testing Services. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud and seconded by Councilman Leach to receive
and file correspondence from the Cortland County Soil & Water Conservation District, dated
March 11, 2011, regarding Intertek Testing Service. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #77 SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE AQUIFER
PROTECTION PERMIT APPLICATION FOR INTERTEK
TESTING SERVICES FOR APRIL 20, 2011.
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, a Public Hearing shall be scheduled for April 20, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
regarding the Aquifer Protection Permit for Intertek Testing Services.
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There was discussion regarding the support for the Cortland County APCO P 25 Digital
Radio Interoperable Emergency Communications System. Councilman Rocco expressed great
concern as to the cost of this system to the County, the municipalities and how this project would
be paid for. He stated he believes the cost would be 16 million dollars and the County has
already spent funds for consultants. He has had discussions with the FCC in Washington and
with Mr. Capora from the Cortland County IT Department. As a result of these discussions,
Councilman Rocco learned that this system is to be brought to a narrowband so that all radios in
the county are able to communicate with one another. Currently, 52% are not able to
communicate with one another. He also added the local newspaper stated the FCC requires all
radios need to be compatible.
Councilman Rocco emphasized he has great respect for firemen, finds this to be a very
worthy cause and understands the importance of this communication however, he feels this is
incompatible with good management. Although we would want every one covered, there are
people who can not afford their homes or pay their taxes at this cost. Councilman Rocco
cautioned the Town Board, its residents and all concerned that they have not been adequately
informed on this issue and is worried that it will result in taxes being raised. Councilman Rocco
mentioned the fact that the county resolution does not include a cost. He commented that this
project is not mandated. He strongly stated he will not vote for this project.
Supervisor Tupper told Councilman Rocco that although he feels his arguments are valid,
he should have voiced his concerns a month ago before the county voted 17 to 1 on this issue.
Supervisor Tupper stressed the point that the county is only asking the Town to support a grant
request. Councilman Rocco disagreed and said that supporting the grant request is a secondary
part and the first part is to support the entire program. Attorney Folmer interjected, and cited the
resolution "we fully support and endorse Cortland County's pursuit of any grant or funding
opportunities to help fund the project". He also mentioned that in the letter written by
Supervisor Tupper to endorse this project, he indicated that although the town knows this system
is needed, it was apparent that the finances of our county are not able to support such a cost
without assistance. Attorney Folmer stated, with respect for Councilman Rocco's arguments, the
resolution is only saying that you are in support of a grant seeking procedure. Councilman
Rocco inquired about the date of the resolution, in which Attorney Folmer replied that it is
undated. Town Clerk Karen Snyder informed the Board that this is not a resolution from the
county, but a standard resolution in order to apply for a grant. Attorney Folmer commented that
the County Legislature approved this project on February 15, 2011 to develop and construct this
facility. The Town is being asked to support the request for grant funds to pay for a portion of
this cost. Attorney Folmer stated that he can only interpret the resolution and referred to Kevin
Whitney, Cortland County Deputy Fire Cooridinator for further explanation.
Councilman Proud stated that his motion is to approve the resolution in order to lend
support to the project for grants.
Kevin Whitney explained that he wrote the resolution. He traveled to Albany and met
with officials from Homeland Security. There is available a twenty million dollar grant, which
closes May 17, 2011. The award will be announced by June 30, 2011. Kevin was instructed to
receive letters of support to attach to the grant application. The letters would show support from
all the municipalities in the county that are behind the project. Kevin apologized if Councilman
Rocco's interpretation was that they were doing "more than that". It is simply meant to show
support, which is what the reviewers are looking for through the application process. Kevin
explained the second part of the resolution was added to avail to any opportunity that may arise,
should other grants be available. Kevin stated that he does understand Councilman Rocco's
issues and he offered to speak on those issues with Councilman Rocco in another forum. Kevin
commented the reason the Legislature voted 17 to 1 is because all of the facts were available not
as Councilman Rocco has insinuated.
Councilman Rocco asked if it was necessary to have individual town support when all
towns are represented in the Legislature. Councilman Proud said that this is a competitive
process and it might help get a "leg up" in the process. Kevin made mention to the portfolio he
put together which included responder's testimonies. These testimonies were the only section
the interviewers remarked on. Kevin stated this doesn't commit the town to any matching funds.
The application would reduce the burden on the taxpayers, if granted.
Councilman Rocco reiterated that he wants to be sure that this is completely understood.
The resolution does not explain enough. Councilman Rocco did not want it passed without
discussion. Councilman Rocco posed a question to Attorney Folmer if the town was supporting
the county's vote by supporting the applications for grants. Attorney Folmer replied as he
guessed the county receives grant money, like with most grants, the county would have to
expend certain funds in order to obtain the grant money offered. Kevin Whitney said that was
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The two million dollar grant is "straight up." The funding goes directly to the cost of the
project adding that Cortland County is in the best situation to receive it. Kevin also stated more
money will be available for grants in 2012. We will apply for those grants as well. Councilman
Rocco articulated great appreciation for the amount of time and effort Kevin Whitney has spent
on this matter.
RESOLUTION #78 SUPPORT FOR THE CORTLAND COUNTY
APCO P 25 DIGITAL RADIO INTEROPERABLE
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: Supervisor Tupper'
AYE
Councilman Proud
AYE
Councilman Leach
AYE
Councilman Testa
AYE
Councilman Rocco
NAY
ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Cortland County Legislature approved a project on February 15, 2011 to
develop and construct an interoperable emergency communications system for voice and data
radio communication services constituting a digital trunked land mobile radio system, including
all related construction, renovations, site improvements, furnishings, fixtures and equipment
required for such purposes, environmental studies, architectural, legal and engineering fees, and
all other necessary costs incidental to such work in and for the County of Cortland, New York,
therefore,
WHEREAS, the Town Board for the Town of Cortlandville by vote at their regular meeting held
on April 6, 2011, fully support and endorse the Cortland County Interoperable Emergency
Communication System Project, therefore,
RESOLVED, the Town Board for the Town of Cortlandville fully support and endorse Cortland
County's pursuit of any grant or funding opportunity to help fund this project.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud and seconded by Councilman Testa to receive
and file correspondence dated March 23,, 2011 from NYS Home & Community Renewal
regarding Pall Corporation -PASS, Community Development Block Grant. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #79 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE NYS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
AGREEMENT FOR PALL CORPORATION -PASS
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Proud
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to sign the
NYS Community Development Block Grant Agreement for Pall Corporation -PASS
RESOLUTION #80 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO GO OUT TO BID FOR THE
DELIVERY AND ADMINISTRATION OF SERVICES FOR
THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FOR
PALL CORPORATION -PASS
Motion by Leach
Seconded by Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Supervisor to go out
to Bid for the delivery and administration of services for the Community Development Block
Grant for Pall Corporation -PASS, and it is further
RESOLVED, the Bid shall be awarded at the Regular Town Board Meeting of May 4, 2011.
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Attorney Folmer reported that before the Town Board award the bid for the Polkville
Waterline Extension Project, the Town Board had already adopted a resolution awarding this bid.
In order to comply with USDA requirements, the Town Board should not of awarded such bid
until the USDA had concurred. Attorney Folmer recommended the Town rescind a prior
resolution in order to establish the requirement in accordance with the USDA.
RESOLUTION #81 RESCIND RESOLUTION #57 AWARD BID FOR THE
..; POLKVILLE WATERLINE EXTENSION PROJECT
TO NORTH COUNTRY CONTRACTORS, LLC IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,589,060.00
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby rescind Resolution #57 adopted on March 2,
2011, awarding the bid for the Polkville Waterline Extension Project to North Country
Contractors LLC, in the amount of $1,589,060.00.
RESOLUTION #82 AWARD BID FOR THE POLKVILLE WATERLINE
EXTENSION PROJECT TO NORTH COUNTRY
CONTRACTORS, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,589,060.00
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Leach
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, bids were advertised for the Polkville Waterline Extension Project, for the
construction of about 16, 400 linear feet of 8-inch and 12-inch water main (via open -cut
trenching methods) along NYS Route 11 and 41 and the residential area along E. River Road,
Conable Avenue, and Rural Avenue; construction of a pre -fabricated master meter station'
associated hydrants and valves; six (6) sections of Jack and Bore Crossing under NYS roadways;
maintenance and protection of traffic' and site restoration, and
WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened on March 1, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. and provided to Richard
Deguida, P. E. of Clough Harbour & Associates, for review as follows:
North Country Contractors, LLC $1,589,060.00
PO Box 390
12141 Whitney Road
Henderson, NY 13650
Bat -Con, Inc. $1,618,000.00
PO Box 155
4277 Slate Hill Road
Marcellus, NY 13108
Adhan Piping Co., Inc. $1,679,846.00
1865 State Route 13
Cortland, NY 13045
D.E. Tarolli, Inc. $1,714,658.50
6602 Herman Road
Warners, NY 13164
Highlander Construction, Inc. $1,726,191.00
5774 Kesler Road
Memphis, NY 13112
Marcellus Construction Co., $1,831,341.00
PO Box 201
417 N. Main Street
Mannsville, NY 13661
LRS Excavating, Inc. $1,895,800.00
24 Ross Road
Lansing, NY 14882
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G. DeVincentis & Sons Const. Co., Inc. $1,987,000.00
7 Belden Street
Binghamton, NY 13903
Casale Excavating Inc. $2,149,187.69
551 Main Avenue
Wynantskill, NY 12198
Vaci Construction Corp. $2,245,000.00
One Brick Avenue
Binghamton, NY 13901
JAT Construction Co., Inc. $2,328,000.00
PO Box 247
Selkirk, NY 12158
F.P. Kane Construction, Inc. $$2,430,000.00
PO Box 5738
137 Washington Avenue
Endicott, NY 13763
BE IT RESOLVED, the bid is hereby awarded to North Country Contractors, LLC of 12141
Whitney Road, Henderson, New York, in the amount of $1,589,060.00.
RESOLUTION #83 AUTHORIZE TOWN SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE
"NOTICE OF AWARD" FOR THE POLKVILLE WATERLINE
EXTENSION PROJECT TO NORTH COUNTRY
CONTRACTORS, LLC
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Proud
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Supervisor is hereby authorized and directed to sign the
"NOTICE OF AWARD" to North County Contractors, LLC of 12141 Whitney Rd., Henderson,
New York for the Polkville Waterline Extension Project in the amount of $1,589,060.00.
A motion was made by Councilman Testa seconded by Councilman Leach to receive and
file correspondence dated March 27, 2011 from the USDA to Rich DeGuida, CHA regarding Bid
Concurrence for the Polkville Waterline Extension Project. All voting aye, the motion was
carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud seconded by Councilman Leach to receive
and file correspondence dated April 1, 2011 from the NYS DEC, regarding the
Acknowledgement of Notice of Intent for the coverage under SPDES for the Polkville Waterline
Extension Project. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Councilman Leach questioned what this referred to. Supervisor Tupper believed that in
the case of any disturbed land over 1 acre, the project would need to get a SPDES permit from
the DEC. Councilman Leach said he was confused about the statement "five business days from
March 31, 2011" before actually making a discharge. He wanted to know if he understood this
document correctly. Supervisor Tupper explained that no construction or discharges could be
done until five days after which would be April 5, 2011. The construction can start after April 5,
2011.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud seconded by Councilman Testa to receive and
file correspondence dated March 29, 2011 from Cortland County Department of Highways
regarding Amnesty Week for the county, May 23-27, 2011. All voting aye, the motion was
carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Proud seconded by Councilman Leach to receive
and file correspondence dated April 1, 2011 from Time Warner in regards to programming. All
voting aye, the motion was carried.
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RESOLUTION#84 AWARD BID FOR ONE 20-TON EQUIPMENT TRAILER IN
THE AMOUNT OF $16,172.00
Motion by Councilman Leach
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, bids were advertised for a one 20-Ton Equipment Trailer, and
WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened on April 4, 2011 at 3:00 pm and provided to Highway
Sup't, Carl Bush for review as follows:
Five Star Equipment $16,172.00
6500 East Taft Road
Syracuse, NY 13057
Tracey Road Equipment $18,323.00
6803 Manlius Center Road
East Syracuse, NY 13057
BE IT RESOLVED, the bid as recommended by Highway Sup't. Carl Bush is hereby awarded to
the lowest bidder Five Star Equipment for a Eager Beaver Trailer Model #20HALX in the
amount of $16,172.00 with no trade in allowance.
RESOLUTION#85 AWARD BID FOR ONE NEW VIBRATORY ROLLER IN THE
AMOUNT OF $32,036.00
Motion by Councilman
Seconded by Councilman
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, bids were advertised for one new vibratory roller, and
WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened on April 4, 2011 at 3:00 pm and provided to Highway
Sup't, Carl Bush for review as follows:
Tracey Road Equipment
$31,441.00
Bid amount
6803 Manlius Center Road
+ $ 1,595.00
2 year warranty
East Syracuse, NY 13057
-$ 1,000.00
Less trade in
$32,036.00
Monroe Tractor
$32,472.00
Bid amount
6936 Route 434
+ $ 1,120.00
2 year warranty
Apalachin, NY 13732
-$ 1,500.00
Less trade in
$32,092.00
Milton Cat
$33,346.00
Bid amount
4610 East Saile Drive
+ $ 450.00
2 year warranty
Batavia, NY 14020
- 1,000.00
Less trade in
$32,796.00
Vantage Equipment LLC
$34,980.00
Bid amount
5985 Court St. Road
+ $ 1,400.00
2 year warranty
Syracuse, NY 13206-1707
- $ 500.00
Less trade in
Anderson Equipment Company
$35,880.00
$36,696.00
Bid amount includes warranty
101 Great Arrow Ave.
-$ 1,000.00
Less trade in
Buffalo, NY 14216
$35,696.00
Liftech Equipment Companies
$38,850.00
Bid amount
6847 Ellicott Drive
-$ 2,000.00
Less trade in
East Syracuse, NY 13057
$36,850.00
BE IT RESOLVED, the bid as recommended by Highway Sup't. Carl Bush is hereby awarded to
the lowest bidder Tracey Road Equipment for a SAKAI Model #SW-320-1 in the amount of
$32,036.00 with a trade in allowance of $1,000.00 and $1,595.00 for a 2 year full coverage
warranty.
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A motion was made by Councilman Proud seconded by Councilman Testa to receive and
file the correspondence date April 5, 2011 from Andy Zhong, owner of the Budget Inn, located
at 4408 Route 11, Cortland, NY 13045 regarding a water leak. Mr. Zhong is requesting an
adjustment to his sewer bill. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Town Clerk Snyder offered input regarding the request from Andy Zhong. She stated
the Budget Inn is supplied water from the Village of Homer and the sewer line is supplied by the
town. Both municipalities bill Mr. Zhong separately. The reading the village obtains is also
complied as part of the O&M and Debt charges billed to the town from the village.
As indicated in Mr. Zhongs letter his property had a leak. The water discharged into the
Tioughnioga River, which this property backs up to, and not into the town sewer line. The
reading the village obtained was 1,181,000 gallons of consumed water. Town Clerk Snyder
stated Peter Alteri, Sup't. to the town's Water and Sewer Department suggested the town contact
the Village of Homer to see if the village would accept the town averaging this customer's
consumption to eventually adjust the towns O&M and Debt charges to the village. If not
agreeable by the village the town should not be adjusting Mr. Zhong quarterly bill as the town
would still be required to pay the village O&M and Debt charges based upon 1,181,000 gallons
of consumed water.
RESOLUTION #86 TABLE REQUEST OF ANDY ZHONG FOR ADJUSTMENT OF
SEWER CHARGES FOR PROPERTY LOCATED 4408 ROUTE
11 TO MAY 4, 2011TOWN BOARD MEETING
Motion by Councilman Proud
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby table the request of Andy Zhong for an
adjustment of sewer charges for property located at 4408 Route 11, Cortland, New York tax map
#76.15-01-29.000, until May 4, 2011 Town Board meeting, to allow Town Clerk Snyder time to
contact the Village of Homer to investigate this matter.
There was discussion regarding the raised rates for the water and sewer quarterly billing,
which was effective April 1, 2011. Supervisor Tupper mentioned the number of complaints the
Town Clerk's office has received regarding the rate increase. Town Clerk Snyder explained
there were more town customers inquiring as to why their bill amounts were higher, not
necessarily complaining.
No further comments or discussion were heard.
Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman Leach, to adjourn the
Regular Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Karen Q. Snyder, RMC
Town Clerk
Town of Cortlandville
*Note:
The draft version of this meeting was submitted to the Town Board for their review on April 15, 2011.
The draft version of this meeting was approved as written at the Town Board meeting of April 20, 2011.