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MARCH 20, 2002 5:00 P.M.
TOWN BOARD MEETING
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: Supervisor, Raymond Thorpe
Councilman, Theodore Testa
Councilman, Ronal Rocco
Councilman, Edwin O'Donnell
Town Clerk, Karen Q. Snyder
Absent: Councilman, John Pilato
Others present: Town Attorney, John Folmer: Highway Sup't., Carl Bush;
Water & Sewer Sup't., Peter Alteri; Paul Suits and Richard Schutz of Suit -Kate
Corporation; . James Trasher of Clough, Harbour & Associates; Planning Board
member, Nick Renzi; Mark Travis with Good News Computing; Attorney Mike
Shafer; County Legislator, Paul Allen; Dave Yaman of Yaman Development; Ken
Colton of Allied Sign Company; Frank Borer, owner of the Express Mart stores;
town resident, Richard Crozier.
Supervisor Thorpe called the meeting to order.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of November 21, 2001 as written. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of December 5, 2001, as written. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of December 19, 2001, as written. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to
approve the Town Board Minutes of January 2, 2002, as written. All voting aye, the
motion was carried.
Councilman Rocco made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file Town Planning Board Minutes of October 30, 2001. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Councilman Rocco made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to •
receive and file Town Planning Board Minutes of November 27, 2001. All voting
aye, the motion was carried.
Councilman Rocco made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file Town Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes of October 30, 2001. All
voting aye, the motion was carried.
Councilman Rocco made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file Town Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes of January 29, 2002. All
voting aye, the motion was carried.
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Motion by Councilman Rocco
Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the vouchers submitted have been audited and shall be paid as
follows:
General Fund A
Vouchers #129 - 160.
$ 8,825.%
General Fund B
17 - 24
$17,428.58
Highway Fund DB
77 - 92
$12,374.90
Water Fund
62 - 73
$ 8,673.67
Sewer Fund
30-- 35
$ , 2,442.84
Capital Projects
9 - 10
$ 4,578.18
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Mark
Travis.
Mark Travis representing Good News Computing explained to the Board
after speaking with Town Bookkeeper, Marcia Hicks, he evaluated Town Hall for
the possibility of networking the 16 computers located there. Mr. Travis is working
in conjunction with Stan Smith, Cortlandville's Time Warner representative.
Councilman Rocco , explained to . the, Board that Town Hall does not have
Internet access. Mr. Travis is here to explain the installation of the hardware and
software required utilizingroadrunner through Time Warner. Councilman Rocco
stated he would be meeting with a Time Warner representative on April 3, 2002 to
obtain their requirements.
Mr. Travis stated his questions for the .Board pertain to requirements for
computer security measures within the building. 'He explained firewall protection as
well as other proposals for protection.
Planning Board member Nick Renzi stated computers could be networked
but was unsure if all the computers needed Internet access.
Mr. Travis recommended having an anti -virus protection in a central location
for someone to maintain, no matter how many computers have Internet access. He
went on to explain that a firewall is a type of active block for information going out
and coming into a computer. Once the. computers are networked, access will be
available from one computer to another. Files could be shared on an individual
basis.
Planning Board member Renzi stated the Board must define what is needed
for Town Hall and then establish a plan..
Mr. Travis stated access. could, be configured: after installation. What is
needed is a decision from the Board concerning installation of wiring and a hub to
connect everyone. This may not be ideal for Town Hall, as it would be vulnerable
to outside access. There are other, devices that will provide, certain degrees of
protection. How much protection wanted becomes a budgetary question? Mr.
Travis stated a cost estimate at this time would depend on what is needed. There
would be an on -going subscription cost for an anti -virus protection, a blocking
device, and a list of inappropriate websites.
Councilman Rocco suggested Mr. Travis meet with the department heads to
explain what is available. Also, each department could determine what they would
require.
Supervisor Thorpe stated this Board could not make a decision now, as what
is installed would be up to each department's need.
Mr. Travis stated that at this point -the only expense the town has incurred is
the cost of the preliminary work up. Before a cost is given the Board should
understand what comes with Internet service including the downfalls so a decision
could be reached on the amount of security and protection needed.
Planning Board member Renzi stated the departments should put together a
list of what is wanted then put together a plan including firewalls and anti -virus
protection.
Attorney Folmer recommended when putting this together the Board should
be very careful regarding access to the Justice. Court files, Assessor's files and Tax
Collection files. These areas should not be accessible.
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Mr. Travis stated there is a trade 'off between creating as much security as
possible and employees still being able to do their work. There is no guarantee that
unwanted access will be prevented but ,Mr. Travis would make it as difficult as
possible.
Councilman Rocco stated Mr. Travis would be available on a continuous
basis if problems arose.
Mr. Travis - explained Good News Network is- a -complete on site computer
sales and service company being in business for nine years and located in Homer.
They are currently working with the Cortlandville Fire District and other businesses
located on Route 13. References are available.
Typically Mr. Travis does not do service contracts but is available on an
hourly basis. If the Board decides to go with the hardware firewall with virus
protection there is an initial non-refundable cost for the device. The fire station has
a device that does blocking, scanning and firewall all in one. This device updates
on a daily basis and is practically self -maintained. A subscription fee is required.
Depending on the features and number of users involved, the Board is looking at an
initial cost of approximately $1,155.00.
Councilman, Rocco recommended meeting on April 3, 2002 with Mr. Travis
and the Town Hall department heads to discuss what is available. He asked Town
Clerk Snyder to notify the department heads of the meeting.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Ken Colton.
Ken Colton of Allied Sign Co. explained that due to Cortlandville's
Moratorium he has not been able to activate the sign for the Dollar Tree store at the
Top's Plaza. Mr. Colton stated all the appropriate permits have been obtained and
is requesting permission to illuminate the sign.
Attorney Folmer stated the Moratorium expires on March 23, 2002.
The Board agreed that as the moratorium was due to expire soon permission
to illuminate the store sign should be granted.
RESOLUTION #68 AUTHORIZE CEO BRUCE WEBER TO
ALLOW THE ILLUMINATION OF THE
DOLLAR TREE STORE SIGN LOCATED
AT THE SUPER TOPS.PLAZA
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, due to the town's Moratorium the town has received' a request from
Ken Colton of the Dollar Tree Store at the Super Tops Plaza to illuminate their sign,
and
WHEREAS, the town's Moratorium shall expire on March 23, 2002, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED; °the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct CEO Bruce
Weber to allow the Dollar Tree Store to illuminate their sign located at the Super
Tops Plaza on Route 281.
Councilman O'Donnell commented that after the moratorium and Route 281
Land Use study is complete, such signs may not be allowed or may be scaled
down. At this point they are allowed.:
Supervisor Thorpe. offered privilege of the floor to Richard Crozier.
Dick Crozier . of 1153 Route 13 stated a number of years ago the town
delegated its authority to name streets to the County of Cortland. The County has
done this as well as 911-house number changes. Mr. Crozier's main concern was
with Tompkins Street/Route 13. He stated the change in street names from
Tompkins Street to Route 13 has made it difficult to find buildings in this
community. Businesses and residents are using two addresses. Route 13 is nearly
200 miles long and the numbering system is not sequential. Mr. Crozier explained
he was informed the Board was required to petition the State for a name change.
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According to NYS Assemblyman Martin Luster's office, the naming of
streets is a "Home Rule" issue. The Town Board only has to pass a resolution to
establish the name as Tompkins Street. This could be accomplished for any road in
the town. Dan Dineen from the- County Planning Department informed Mr. Crozier
he would except what the Town Board decides.
The Board and Mr. Crozier discussed the confusion with the present house
numbering grid system. The City of Cortland, Village of Homer and the Village of
McGraw are not slated for the four digit numbering system. Mr. Crozier requested
Route 13 from the Cortland City line west to Route 281 be named Tompkins Street.
Attorney Folmer stated he 'would speak with' Dan Dineen, Assemblymen
Marty Luster's office and the Fire Department concerning the possibility of
changing that section of Route 13 to Tompkins Street.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Planning Board member,
® Nick Renzi.
Mr. Renzi apprised the Board of a meeting he attended with Town Clerk
Karen Snyder, Code Enforcement Officer Bruce Weber and Jaynes Trasher of
Clough, Harbour & Associates in which they outlined an increase in the fee
schedule of the town. Changing certain fees while maintaining others was
discussed.
Mr. Renzi spoke in regard to the moratorium and Land Use document
concerning Route 281 and Route 13. Once completed, this Land Use document will
be a guideline for changing codes and design criteria for businesses along Route
281 and Route 13. He has asked Clough, Barbour & Associates for a proposal to
modify codes and establish design criteria for commercial business operations along
this corridor. This document will be in place for a number of years, and is
important for the Board to study 'and. support it. The final draft is finished. The
comments have been received. A meeting is set for March 27, 2002 for the final
copy. Mr. Renzi stated that there has been some discussion regarding extending the
moratorium to coincide with the completion of the Land Use studies document.
. Attorney Folmer stated that Local Law established the moratorium, adopted
July 18, 2001, to be effective when filed with the Secretary of State for an eight -
month period. As the filing date was July 23' the moratorium is due to expire on
March 23, 2002. To extend the moratorium a new Local Law with a time period
would need to be adopted. Also required are public notices and a Public Hearing.
This could be accomplished but would leave a gap before the new moratorium
could be adopted. The eight -month limit was established with the understanding
that the comprehensive study would be completed by March 23'd, 2002. A definite
decision should be made as to when the study could be completed.
Councilman O'Donnell stated the Board should move slowly to ensure the
study is completed properly.
Councilman Testa expressed his opposition to extending the moratorium in
fairness to businesses that have been waiting to proceed.
Mr. Renzi and James Trasher discussed the necessity of completing the
Wellhead Protection Study before the end of the moratorium. Mr. Trasher stated it
would take 60 days in order to have the completed Wellhead Protection studies
finished by all the necessary government agencies involved. This document will be
used for the next 50 to 60 years and should be completed properly.
Attorney Folmer
explained a notice of a Public Hearing would need
publishing at least five days in advance. This could be accomplished by the first
meeting in April.
In answer to Attorney Folmer's question Planning Board member Renzi
stated the Planning Board does not have the authority to use the new proposed
comprehensive plan in making their decisions 'on applications. The approved Town
Code can only be used.
Dave Yaman of Yaman Development expressed his concern for extending
the moratorium. He apprised the Board of a business that was interested in building
at the time of the moratorium. The business was willing to gait before proceeding,
with the idea the moratorium would be completed in eight months. Businesses are
now anxious to begin building. Mr. Yaman is aware of two businesses that would
be good for the community and are awaiting the end of the moratorium.
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Mr. Yaman stated he 'understands the need to protect the Aquifer, but
inquired if something could be done.to allow businesses to proceed. ,
A discussion was held regarding the length of time to extend the moratorium.
If the comprehensive, , study was completed before .the end of the extended
moratorium the local law could be� repealed.
Attorney Folmer stated the. Board could adopt the comprehensive plan then
add the Wellhead Protection as an addendum, which would require another Public
Hearing. When the present code. was adopted in 1990. there was a provision stating
the State and Federal government .would work up a Wellhead Protection Plan to
become part of that codebook upon completion. The State did not follow through
with the: program with the Federal government and the. Wellhead .Protection Plan
was never accomplished.
Mr. Renzi stated the moratorium needs to be extended with an expiration
date of , either May.: 30; 2002 or . June 30, 2002, and the wellhead protection study
should be accelerated.
The Board expressed concern that extending the moratorium for sixty days
would not be enough time to accomplish the necessary studies. If the moratorium
was extended to ninety.days and the studies were completed prior to the expiration
date, the moratorium could be repealed.
The Board agreed the moratorium should be extended to June 30, 2002.
RESOLUTION #69 SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR
LOCAL LAW-2002 MORATORIUM
Motion.by Councilman Rocco
Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, a Public Hearing shall be scheduled for April 3, 2002 at 7:00
p.m. for Local Law-2002 Moratorium.
Mr. Renzi inquired if the Town Engineer had reviewed the design of the
Renaissance drainage project, or whether the town is; relying strictly on Clough,
Harbour & Associates. Mr. Renzi stated he; felt the Town Engineer should be
involved and ;aware of its progress.
It was stated Clough, Harbour & Associates have a 2002 agreement with the
town for any municipal projects requested by the Board.
Mr.. Renzi stated the engineer may not be the one to accomplish all the design
work, butte should be involved to bring all the plans together.
Mr. Renzi continued apprising the Board that Eleanor Tarbell and Earl
Randolph are resigning from the Town Planning Board.. The Town Board chooses
the new members but he requested to interview the applicants.
Supervisor Thorpe stated the Planning Board should do the interviewing and
then make a recommendation to the Town Board.
Mr. Renzi also requested a copy. of the Town Historian's annual report,
which Town Clerk Snyder, stated she would provide.
Attorney Folmer reminded the Board that Suit-Kote Corporation has a
pending Aquifer .Protection Permit application for their Loring Crossing facility.
The scheduling of a Public Hearing is necessary.
RESOLUTION #70 . SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR AQUIFER
PROTECTION PERMIT APPLICATION
SUBMITTED, BY SUIT.-KOTE CORPORATION
FOR APRIL 03 2002
Motion by Councilman Testa
Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, a Public Hearing shall be scheduled for April 03, 2002 at 7:00
p.m. for the Aquifer Protection Permit application submitted by Suit-Kote
Corporation, for property located on Loring Crossing Road, tax map #77.00-01-
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Attorney Folmer apprised the Board the Aquifer Protection Permit
application and Zone Change request for J. Fergus, Inc. was rescheduled to
tonight's meeting.
Councilman O'Donnell stated the advisory committee for the comprehensive
plan recommended not rezoning this property.
Attorney Mike Shafer, representing J. Fergus explained this request predates
the moratorium. The properties in the surrounding area of this request are all zoned
commercial. Attorney Shafer stated the Board was waiting for the comprehensive
plan to be finished before making a determination and the comprehensive is not in
place. His client feels the past eight months have been wasted waiting for the
completion of the plan. The Board is now going to deny their request without it.
Supervisor Thorpe stated the Board has the authority to deny this request.
In answer to questions regarding Rerob LLCs property on Route 13 and
Lime Hollow Road that it is presently zoned business.
Supervisor Thorpe stated the advisory committee is deciding on different
zoning classifications for industrial. The committee recommended denying a zone
change of this property to business in an attempt to avoid the area becoming
commercialized, as it is north on Route 281.
RESOLUTION #71 DENY REQUEST OF A ZONE CHANGE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON ROUTE 13
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Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, a Zone Change request was submitted by J. Fergus, Inc. for property
located on the west side of Route 13 approximately 400 feet south of Lime Hollow
Road, tax map #95.00-06-12.112, and
WHEREAS, the County Planning and Town Planning Boards have reviewed and
recommended approval of such request, and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was duly held by this Town Board, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Cortlandville is updating their Comprehensive Plan and
the Advisory Committee to such plan has recommended denial, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby deny the request of a Zone
Change for property located on the West Side of Route 13 approximately 400 feet
south of Lime Hollow Road, tax map #95.00-06-12.112 submitted by J. Fergus, Inc.
In answer to questions regarding reapplying for a zone change after the
completion of the comprehensive plan, Supervisor Thorpe stated the applicant
could reapply and begin the process again.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Frank Borer.
Frank Borer, owner of the Express Mart stores, inquired why the Board
acted on the J. Fergus Zone Change request and did not set it aside until after the
comprehensive plan was completed.
Attorney Folmer explained the Board was not asked to table the Zone
Change request to another date.
Mr. Borer expressed his confusion with the Board denying a zone change
for a business that wants to open.
Supervisor Thorpe offered privilege of the floor to Highway Sup't Carl
Bush.
Highway Sup't Bush apprised the Board of the necessity to increase the
town's water rates between 5 and 10 cents. He distributed a report to the Board
explaining the current operation and maintenance figures. Also included was a
proposal for changes to the town's water and sewer fee schedule.
The Board discussed with Highway Sup't Bush the necessity for the rate
increase. Also discussed were requests from residents for pool fills.
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RESOLUTION #72 ADOPT RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH NEW
WATER R&US EFFECTIVE TULY 1 2002
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Town Board authorized the adoption to change the water rates
under Chapter 171, Article I, Section 171-7, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Water District Ordinance of the Town of Cortlandville,
enacted September 30, 1957, and thereafter amended, is hereby further amended to
provide the establishment of new water rates as follows:
a) $1.75 per thousand (1,000) gallons of consumption per quarter, for all
water consumed up to and including fifty thousand (50,000) gallons per
quarter, with a minimum fee of $15.75 per quarter.
b) $1.31 per one thousand (1,000) gallons of consumption per quarter, for
all water consumed in excess of fifty thousand (50,000) gallons per
quarter up to and including three hundred thousand (300,000) gallons per
quarter.
c) $1.05 per thousand (1,000) gallons of consumption per quarter, for all
water consumed in excess of three hundred thousand (300,000) gallons
per quarter, and it is further
RESOLVED, these fees will be effective July 1, 2002.
RESOLUTION #73 ADOPT WATER AND SEWER FEE SCHEDULE
FOR REPAIR WORK, CONNECTIONS AND
AFTER HOUR FEES FFFFC'TTVF APRTI 1. 2002
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED: the Town Board does hereby adopt the Water and Sewer
Department Fee Schedule, as follows:
All water meter with connections as cost
Residential water application with one connection $15.00
Residential sewer application with one connection $15.00
Commercial water application with one connection $50.00
Commercial sewer application with one connection $50.00
Re -inspection fee (water or sewer) $15.00
Water turn on fee $15.00
After working hours (1 hour/ 1 trip minimum) $40.00
Pool filling fee, per day $25.00
It is further
RESOLVED, these fees will be effective April 1, 2002.
Councilman Testa expressed his concern regarding property owners that
have not connected to the town sewer as required. The County Health Department
is responsible for ensuring property owners are in compliance. A list of property
owners not connected to town sewer is sent to the County Health Department for
their follow up. Follow up is not being accomplished.
The Board discussed the possibility of changing the ordinance in order for
the town to have more control over property owners complying with the
connection requirement.
Attorney Folmer stated the Board would need to decide on a period of time
to comply before enforcement, as well as what type of enforcement is needed.
Councilman Testa stated the present time frame is one year to connect after a
town sewer line is installed. If a connection is not made, Highway Sup't Bush
forwards a letter to the property owner stating the County Health Department will
be notified.
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The Board expressed concern whether properly owners on Highland Road
will connect to the town sewer after completion of that sewer project. Supervisor
Thorpe stated property owners should be compelled to connect because eventually
it will effect the aquifer.
Attorney Folmer will investigate what other municipalities are doing and then
speak with James Trasher of Clough, Harbour & Associates. He apprised the
Board to remember the purpose of enforcement. The primary focus is the ability to
protect public health as opposed to generating fees.
James Trasher apprised the Board of a conversation with Attorney Mike
Shafer concerning Rerob, LLC supplying particulate modeling to determine
potential impacts on the Lime Hollow Road and Terrace Road wells. The
conversation was in regard to their proposed Express Mart to be located at the
corner of Lime Hollow Rd. and Route 13.
Attorney Shafer stated that under SEQRA potential impact is to be identified.
The applicant then supplies mitigation for that impact. Attorney Shafer proposed
instead of Rerob, LLC spending thousands of dollars on the modeling, they would
acknowledge the potential impact and supply mitigation.
Mr. Trasher explained Clough, Harbour & Associates engineers
recommended the modeling due to concerns with several different potential impact
scenarios. It is up to the Board to decide.
Attorney Shafer stated they are willing to concede the possibility of a
potential spill and are requesting to move onto mitigation to address all the issues.
Mr. Trasher suggested a meeting with Clough, Harbour & Associates and
Rerob, LLC to discuss the text portion to resubmit as opposed to the modeling.
Attorney Folmer advised the Board not to venture into areas that are not their
expertise. Clough, Harbour & Associates should not hedge the issue as they are
retained for their expertise in this area.
Mr. Trasher stated they would have their determination for the Board by
April 3, 2002.
Monthly reports for the Justice and SPCA for February 2002 are on the table
for review and filed in the Town Clerk's office.
County Legislator Paul Allen apprised the Board of the status with the
County airport. He spoke in regard to repaving the taxiway and apron.
Attorney Folmer reported:
Page Green Road BAN:
Attorney Folmer apprised- the Board the BAN for. the Page Green Road
project is now closed.
Noise Ordinance:
Attorney Folmer left a noise ordinance draft with Code Enforcement Officer,
Bruce Weber, which deals with certain types of vehicles during certain hours. This
was due to a complaint from a resident on Halstead Road.
RESOLUTION #74 AWARD BID FOR RENAISSANCE
DEVELOPMENT DRAINAGE PROJECT
TO ADHAN PIPING CO. IN THE
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, bids were advertised for the Renaissance Development Drainage
Project Phase I, and
WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened on March 18, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. and
provided to Clough, Harbor & Associates for review as follows:
Adhan Piping Company $179,850.00
1865 Route 13
Cortland, NY 13045
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Economy Paving Co., Inc. $218,343.00
1819 Route 13
Cortland, NY 13045
Ottenschot Construction:Co., Inc. $268,625.00
12 Prospect St. P.O. Box 270
Homer, NY 13077
F.P. Kane Construction, Inc.
137 Washington Avenue
Endicott, NY 13760
LaFleur Constructors, Inc..
6814 Kingdom Road
Memphis,.NY 13112
Grant Street Construction, Inc.
48 Grant Street
Cortland, NY 13045
Bat -Con, Inc.
P:O. Box 155
Marcellus, NY 13108
D.E. Tarolli, Inc.
13 Dwight Park
Syracuse, NY 13209
$299,000.00
$309,900.00
$317,527.00
$338,000.00
$388,070.00
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BE IT RESOLVED, the bid as recommended by Clough, Harbour & Associates is
hereby awarded to Adhan Piping Co. of 1865 Route 13, Cortland, NY in the
amount of $179,850.00.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file correspondence from Bernard H. Glazier . to Highway
Superintendent Carl Bush. All voting aye, the motion was carried.
Mr. Glazier's correspondence was in regard to purchasing town property on
Hobart Hill Road to provide road frontage and access to his property.
Attorney Folmer stated a contract is needed between the town and Mr.
Glazier identifying the property involved ° and price. The Board agreed to have
Assessor David Briggs establish a value on the property.
RESOLUTION #75 AUTHORIZE TOWN ATTORNEY TO
PROCEED WITH SALE OF TOWN
PROPERTY ON HOBART HILL ROAD
Motion by Councilman O'Donnell
Seconded by Councilman Testa
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, ,Bernard H. Glazier of Hobart Hill Road has requested the purchase of
town property on Hobart Hill Road to provide road frontage and access to his
property, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the Town
Attorney to proceed with the sale of town property on Hobart Hill Road to Bernard
H. Glazier of Hobart Hill Road, and it is further
RESOLVED, the Town Assessor is hereby authorized and directed to establish a
value for said town property.
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Supervisor Thorpe apprised the Board of a request by the Cortland City
Water Board to meet with the Town Board and Clough, Harbour & Associates to
discuss the Wellhead Protection Plan.
The Board agreed to hold the meeting on March 27, 2002 at 6:00 p.m.
RESOLUTION 1':ZE SCHEDULING A JOINT
MEETING WITH THE TOWN :1.R1 AND
THE CITY OF 1 1 WATER OAR
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Motion by Councilman Testa
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
® WHEREAS, the City of Cortland Water Board has requested a meeting to discuss
sharing the cost for the delineation of the Wellhead Protection Area as proposed by
Clough, Harbour & Associates, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize the scheduling of a
joint meeting with the Town Board and the City of Cortland Water Board for
March 27, 2002 at 6:00 p.m., and it is further
RESOLVED, the Cortland Standard will be notified of such scheduled meeting.
A discussion was held regarding the various agencies involved with the
Wellhead Protection Area and the City of Cortland's participation. Attorney Shafer
will contact the Cortland Water Board. James Trasher stated this came about due to
the Cortland Water Board requesting to be more involved.
RESOLUTION #77 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN SCOPE AND
FEE DOCUMENT WITH CLOUGH, HARBOUR &
ASSOCIATES FOR THE PREPARATION OF A
WELLHEAD PROTECTION PLAN
Motion by Councilman Testa
Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, the Route 281/13 Aquifer Protection and the Land Use Advisory
Committee recommended Clough, Harbour & Associates provide a scope of
services to prepare a Wellhead Protection Plan for the Town of Cortlandville wells,
therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the
Supervisor to sign said scope and fee document with Clough, Harbour &
Associates for the preparation of a Wellhead Protection Plan for the Town of
Cortlandville wells, and it is further
RESOLVED, the Wellhead Protection Plan, when completed, will become part of
the Town of Cortlandville's Route 281/13 Aquifer Protection and Land Use Plan.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion seconded by Councilman Testa, to
receive and file correspondence from Davelle Office Equipment regarding
continuing maintenance contracts on office equipment at Town Hall. All voting aye,
the motion was carried.
Supervisor Thorpe read aloud a letter prepared by Highway Sup't Carl Bush
proposing the town pay for a drainage pipe to be installed on the west side of Route
281 from DaVinci Drive to Fisher Avenue. This is an attempt to eliminate the
drainage problems on the eastside of Route 281 from the Cortland Country Club to
Fisher Avenue. The town is requesting the installation occur during the
reconstruction of Route 281 and be installed by the State's contractor for the
project.
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RESOLUTION #78 AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR TO SEND LETTER
TO NYS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
PROPOSING THE TOWN PAY THE COST
OF A DRAINAGE PIPE TO BE INSTALLED ON
THE WESTSIDE OF ROUTE 281 DURING THE
STATE'S RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Motion by Councilman Testa
Seconded by Councilman Rocco
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby authorize and direct the
Supervisor to send a letter of request to the New York State Department of
Transportation proposing the town pay the cost of a drainage pipe to be installed on
the west side of Route 281 from DaVinci Drive to Fisher Avenue, and it is further
RESOLVED, the proposal is also requesting installation by the State's contractor
during the reconstruction of Route 281.
RESOLUTION #79 AUTHORIZE TOWN ATTORNEY TO PROCEED,
AS REQUIRED, TO COMMENCE ZONING
VIOLATION OF EMORY KNIGHT AT 2956
RIDGE ROAD
Motion by Councilman Rocco
Seconded by Councilman O'Donnell
VOTES: ALL AYE ADOPTED
WHEREAS, CEO Bruce "Weber, has previously notified Emory Knight, of 2956
Ridge Road, of code violations on his property, and has requested Town Board
action relating to this, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, the Board does hereby authorize and direct the Town
Attorney to proceed, as required, with the necessary action for compliance, in
accordance with the Town Zoning Law.
James Trasher of Clough, Harbour & Associates apprised the Board
regarding the installation of a left-hand turn signal at the Starr and McLean Road
intersection. After speaking with Barry Stevens of the NYS DOT it was agreed a
delayed signal at this intersection is needed. The NYS DOT will install a delayed
red light for traffic traveling west on Starr Road and an early green signal for traffic
turning left onto Route 13 from McLean Road. This will occur this year between
the months of April and November.
Councilman Testa made a motion, seconded by Councilman Rocco, to recess
the Regular Meeting to an Executive Session to discuss a pending litigation. All
voting aye, the motion was carried. 0
The meeting was recessed at 7:00 p.m.
The following information was received from the Supervisor's office.
Councilman O'Donnell made a motion, seconded by Councilman Testa, to
adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene to the Regular Meeting. All voting
aye, the motion was carried.
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No action was taken.
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 8:17 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
Karen Q. Snyder
Town Clerk
Town of Cortlandville