HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-15-2001AUGUST 15, 2001
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PUBLIC HEARING NO. 1
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville
at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, concerning the
submission of an application to New York State for funding under the Small Cities
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)-Economic Development Program.
Members present:
Absent:
Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Councilman, John Pilato
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Others present were: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush; Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants; and News Reporter, Chris Nolan.
Supervisor Thorpe called the Public Hearing to order.
The Town Clerk read aloud the Legal Notice, as published, posted and filed.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants.
Mr. Thoma explained this is the first of two required Public Hearings to
inform the public of basic information regarding the Community Development
Block Grant program. The second Public Hearing on September 5, 2001will give
more detail about the specific business requesting a loan.
Mr. Thoma explained the Community Development Block Grant program is
administered through the Governor's Office of Small Cities. The town will be
applying for the economical development component of that program for the fiscal
year of 2000-2001. The grant will be received by the town and established as
Community Development Block Grant Income to be used for community
development activity only. The town is required to use the grant as direct assistance
to a company with the objective of providing new jobs to low and moderate
income people. The loan would be repaid to the town and used as a revolving loan
fund for other businesses to utilize.
Councilman Pilato expressed his personal viewpoint stating that the town
should not become involved in the banking business.
In response to Councilman O'Donnell Mr. Thoma explained at this time
bookkeeping would not be a burden. There would be one loan payment made on a
monthly basis and kept in a separate account. This account would be included in
the town's financial report to the State. Other concerns can be addressed when the
money is reloaned.
Mr. Thoma stated the Business Development Corporation is not eligible to
submit an application. The county could loan to businesses in smaller towns but
they do not have an existing program. Mr. Thoma recommended the town be the
applicant as Cortlandville has a significant number of businesses.
No further comments or discussions were heard.
Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman Pilato, to close
the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 5:09 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING NO.2
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
CRESTWOOD COURT/GROTON AVENUE/
NYS ROUTE 281
A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville
at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, concerning the
installation of approximately 1,152 feet of collector line along Crestwood Court,
installation of approximately 1,142 feet of sewer main along NYS Route 281 and
the replacement of sewer laterals in the Town of Cortlandville.
Members present: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Councilman, John Pilato
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Absent: Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Others present were: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush, Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants; and News Reporter, Chris Nolan.
Supervisor Thorpe called the Public Hearing to order.
Town Clerk, Karen Snyder, presented a synopsis of the published, posted
and filed legal notice stating it was determined at a Public Hearing on January 17,
2001 that it is in the public interest to construct sewer improvement lines along
Crestwood Court/Groton Ave/NYS Route 281. Due to increased cost for materials
and labor for this project the estimated cost for construction will increase by
$46,000.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to those in attendance.
No comments or discussions were heard.
Councilman Pilato made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to close
the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 5:13 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING NO. 3
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
PAGE GREEN ROAD
A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville
at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, concerning the
installation of approximately 1,600 feet of sewer main near the intersection of Page
Green Road and Saunders Road in the Town of Cort.landville.
Members present:
Absent:
Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Councilman, John Pilato
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Others present were: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush; Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants; and News Reporter, Chris Nolan.
Supervisor Thorpe called the Public Hearing to order.
Town Clerk, Karen Snyder, presented a synopsis of the published, posted
and filed legal notice stating it was determined at a Public Hearing on January 17,
2001 that it is in public interest to construct sewer- improvement lines along Page
Green Road. Due to increased cost for materials and labor for this project the
estimated cost for construction will increase by $45,000.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to those in attendance.
No comments or discussions were heard.
Councilman Pilato made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to close
the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 5:17 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING NO.4
WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
PAGE GREEN ROAD
A Public Hearing was held by the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville
at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, concerning the
installation of watermains near and around Page Green Road.
Members present:
Absent:
Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Councilman, John Pilato
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Others present were: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush; Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants; and News Reporter, Chris Nolan.
Supervisor Thorpe called the Public Hearing to order.
Town Clerk, Karen Snyder, presented a synopsis of the published, posted
and filed legal notice stating it was determined at a Public Hearing on February 7,
2001 that it is in public interest to construct water improvement lines along Page
Green Road. Due to increased cost for materials and labor for this project the
estimated cost for construction will increase by $60,000.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to those in attendance.
No comments or discussions were heard.
Councilman Pilato made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to close
the Public Hearing. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 5:21 p.m.
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Cortlandville was
held at the Town Hall, 3577 Terrace Road, Cortland, New York, with Supervisor
Thorpe presiding.
Members present:
Absent:
Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Councilman, John Pilato
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Others present were: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush; Bernie Thoma of Thoma
Development Consultants; and News Reporter, Chris Nolan.
Supervisor Thorpe called the meeting to order f ollowing f our Public
Hearings.
RESOLUTION #172 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO FILE AN
APPLICATION FOR FUNDS FROM THE
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF PARKS,
RE-CREATION AND HISTORIC PRFS RVAT ON
Motion by Councilman Pilato
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, that Raymond Thorpe, as Supervisor of the Town of
Cortlandville, is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from
the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in
accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the Environmental Protection Act of
1993 or Title 3 of the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act, in an amount not to exceed
$175,000 in cash, in -kind services, and upon approval of said request to enter into
and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the
Town of Cortlandville for the Community Parks Project.
Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of March 21, 2001, as written. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Pilato, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of April 4, 2001, as written. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of April 18, 2001, as written. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file Board of Assessment Review Minutes of 2001. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
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RESOLUTION #173 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS -AUGUST
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Pilato
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as
f ollows:
General Fund A
Vouchers #378
-394
$ 4,656.97
General Fund B
79
- 81
$ 142.23
Highway Fund DB
309 -328
$ 53,534.91
Water Fund
180
-193
$168,140.11
Sewer Fund
109
-119
$184,542.78
Capital Projects
33
- 34
$138,075.28
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to those in attendance.
Councilman O'Donnell apprised the Board he had attended a McGraw
Village meeting regarding McGraw's recent flooding. The residents were upset
with Alliance Bank closing their village branch due to structural damage after the
flooding. Town Highway Sup't., Carl Bush agreed there is a problem. The village
is attempting to obtain financial help. Councilman O'Donnell recommended the
Village Board forward a letter to the Town Board enlisting support for McGraw's
efforts for aid. The village spoke with Cortland County Soil and Water and learned
they do not qualify for FEMA.
Councilman O'Donnell explained when reconstruction of Route 41 occurred
several years ago, the State built a culvert where three creeks flow into the village.
The culvert is too small, often clogs and then overflows. The village is trying to
involve the State to correct this culvert. The difficulty is Trout Stream. As it is
protected and may only be worked on at certain times of the year.
Councilman O'Donnell requested the Board draft a letter of support upon
receiving the request from the Village of McGraw.
Supervisor Thorpe agreed this could be accomplished.
Under privilege of the floor Councilman Pilato apprised the Board of
attending a Cortland City Council meeting to speak on behalf of the proposed park
project for Starr Road. City Council approved the project by a close vote.
Councilman Pilato stated he heard many positive connnnents. The concerns heard
were with the possible loss of Citizens Park and traffic flow on Starr Road. He
stated the traffic flow could be worked out as the park is being built in phases.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion seconded by Councilman Pilato, to
receive and file Cortland Free Library annual report for 2000. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
Monthly reports for the Town Clerk and SPCA for July 2001 are on the table
for review and filed in the Town Clerk's office.
RESOLUTION #174 ACKNOWLEDGE NOTIFICATION
FROM THE STATE FOR FILING OF
LOCAL LAW NO.4 OF 2001
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, NYS Dept. of State acknowledged receipt of Local Law No. 4
of 2001, to be effective on July 23, 2001, establishing a moratorium on
development along the NYS Route 281 and Route 13 corridor for a period of eight
months.
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Councilman Testa, made a motion, seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to
receive and file a letter from Scott Becker, advising of his intent to renew their
liquor license located at 281 Bowl, 276 West Road, (3898 Route 281) Cortland,
New York. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #175 ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIVING A NOTICE OF
JUDG 4 NT FOR AVID C LIZOTTE
Motion by Councilman Testa
Seconded by Councilman Pilato
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby acknowledge, by receiving and
filing, a Notice of Judgement for David C. Lizzotte was dismissed without
prejudice, rendered July 16, 2001 by Honorable Thomas A. Meldrim.
Councilman Pilato made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to receive
and file correspondence from NYS DOT Regional Traffic Engineer, Barry Stevens.
All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Mr. Stevens correspondence was in response to Supervisor Thorpe's letter
regarding the NYS DOT determination the intersection of Route 281 and Commons
Avenue did not warrant a traffic signal. Mr. Stevens stated the DOT would examine
the intersection further and report their findings.
Councilman Testa made a motion seconded by Councilman O'Donnell, to
receive and file correspondence from Walter Priest, Eight County Physician
Organization to NYS DOT Regional Traffic Engineer, Barry Stevens. All voting
aye, the motion was carried.
Mr. Priest expressed his concerns regarding the Route 281 and Commons
Ave. intersection and outlined his reasons a traffic signal is warranted.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file correspondence from Clough, Harbour & Associates regarding
three areas not addressed in the Express Mart -Filial Scoping Document submitted.
All voting aye, the motion was carried.
RESOLUTION #176 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO AMEND THE 2001
BUDGET TO ESTABLISH A NEW ACCOUNT
WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND TOWN WIDE AND
TRANSFER $1 000 INTO THE NEW ACCOUNT
Motion by Councilman Pilato
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Bookkeeper has requested an amendment to the 2001 Budget to
establish a new research account for grant writing expenses, and
WHEREAS, the Bookkeeper requested a cash advance be transferred from
Al990.4-Contingent Fund into fund A8030.4-Research, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Supervisor is hereby authorized and directed to amend the
2001 Budget and establish a new fund within the General Fund Town Wide, and it
is further
RESOLVED, the Supervisor is hereby authorized and directed to transfer $1,000.00
from the Contingent Fund A1990.4 into the new Research Fund A8030.4.
Councilman Testa made a motion seconded by Councilman Pilato, to receive
and file correspondence from Lee Scott -Mack regarding concerns for the proposed
park on Stair Road. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
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Councilman Pilato apprised the Board of a discussion he had with Highway
Sup't Carl Bush. The Citizens Park is used frequently. Due to the use it becomes
very dry and dusty. They discussed several options to recetify the problem.
Councilman Pilato will report back to the Board at a later date with ideas.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to
adjourn the Regular Meeting. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:29 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Karen Q. Snyder
Town Clerk
Town of Cortlandville
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