HURON TOWN BOARD MINUTES - subject to approval
REGULAR MEETING March 21, 2011
Call to Order
Regular Meeting of the Huron Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Laurie Crane at the Huron Town Hall on March 21, 2011, at 7:00 p.m.
Flag Salute
Supervisor Crane led the flag salute.
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following members were present: Supervisor Laurie Crane, Councilmembers Alan Traister, Russell Teeple, and Lois Buckalew. David Buisch was absent.
Welcome
Supervisor Crane welcomed everyone.
Announcements
There were no announcements.
Public Participation
Supervisor Crane asked if there was anyone from the public that wished to speak.
Correspondence
The following correspondence was received and filed:
1. Received Insurance Binders, Certificates of Insurance and Auto ID Cards for the upcoming renewal policies from Eastern Shore
2. Received a copy of the $3,100,000.00 Bond Anticipation Notes from BPD to Tim McGill.
3. A letter from Martin Basinait of Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation to Supervisor Crane in regards to the consolidation of the five remaining Regional OTB Corporations.
4. A letter from Nancy Herter of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in regards to Water District #6.
Councilmember Buisch arrives
Councilmember Buisch arrived at 7:12 p.m.
RESOLUTION #24-2011
Deferred Compensation Plan
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 4 NAYS 0 ABSTAINED 1 Councilmember Buisch abstained.
Whereas, the Town of Huron wishes to adopt the Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of the State of New York and Other Participating Jurisdictions(the "Plan") for the voluntary participation of all eligible employees; and
Whereas, the Town of Huron is a local public employer eligible to adopt the Plan pursuant to section 5 of the State Finance Law;* and
Whereas, the Town of Huron has reviewed the Plan established in accordance with Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code and section 5 of the State Finance Law of the State of New York; and
Whereas, the purpose of the Plan is to encourage employees to make and continue careers with the Town of Huron by providing eligible employees with a convenient and tax favored method of saving on a regular and long-term basis and thereby provide for their retirement;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby:
RESOLVED, that the Town of Huron hereby adopts the Plan for the voluntary participation of all eligible employees; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the appropriate officials of the Town of Huron are hereby authorized to take such actions and enter such agreements as are required or necessary for the adoption, implementation, and maintenance of the plan; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Administrative Services Agency is hereby authorized to file copies of these resolutions and other required documents with the President of the State of New York Civil Service Commission.
Adopted the 21 day of March, 2011, at a meeting of the Town of Huron.
I hereby certify that the Town of Huron is a local public employer within the meaning of Section 5 of the State Finance Law and that the adoption of the Plan has received all required approvals of any local governing body or officer and otherwise complies with local law.
Witnessed by:
Laurie Crane Town of Huron
Town Supervisor
Consent of the Deferred Compensation Board of the State of New York to the Town of Huron's Participation
By: Huron Town Board
*A local public employer eligible to adopt the Plan pursuant to Section 5 of the State Finance Law includes: a county, city, town, village or other political subdivision as defined by in Section 131 of the retirement and Social security law or civil division of the State; a school district or other governmental entity operating a public school, college, or university; a public improvement or special district, a public authority, commission, or public benefit corporation; or any other public corporation,
agency or instrumentality or unit of government which exercises governmental powers under the laws of the State.
RESOLUTION #25-2011
Agreement to Spend Highway Funds
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to accept the agreement to spend highway funds.
RESOLUTION #26-2011
Declare 1992 Ford Tractor with Bucket Surplus
On motion of Councilmember Buckalew, seconded by Councilmember Teeple the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to declare 1992 Ford Tractor with Bucket Surplus.
RESOLUTION #27-2011
Permission to sell Tractor or take to Auction
On motion of Councilmember Buckalew, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to give permission for Highway Superintendent Bush, Supervisor Crane and Councilmember Teeple to work together and either sell the Tractor to the Town of Rose or take to Auction.
Workplace Violence Policy
Councilmember Buisch will look the policy over and we will discuss at the April meeting.
RESOLUTION #28-2011
Establish Town of Huron Capital Project #6
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to approve the resolution attached to the minutes.
RESOLUTION #29-2011
Reimbursement to Water Districts 3, 4, 5, and 6
On motion of Councilmember Traister, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to reimburse account number 8030400A from the following:
8310400SW#3: $6000.00
8310400SW#4: $4000.00
8310400SW#5: $9100.00
8310400SW#6: $4200.00
Capital #6 Reimbursement
Account Clerk Nancy Hamilton explained that the town will be getting refunded from capital #6. The money will be put back into account number 8030400A.
RESOLUTON #30-2011
CDBG Rehab Grant
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 4 NAYS 1. Councilmember Traister voted nay.
RESOLVED, to authorize Supervisor Crane and Councilmember Buisch to work together and decide if there is time to go ahead with the surveys this year.
Single Phase Service
Building Inspector Gallant has put a work order in to RG&E for investigation to go to single phase service.
Bay Testing
Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Buisch that the Huron Town Board supports an application to mitigation of water pollution problems on Sodus Bay by either on behalf of the town or by other organizations and is in favor of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. All in favor of this motion.
Town of Huron Logo
A resident has asked for permission to use the Town of Huron Logo on his building for a mural that he will be putting on his building. The board would like him to submit a drawing of his intentions.
David Property
At the November 15, 2010 meeting of the Huron Town Board it was approved to accept the proposal of $2974.00 for demo to the Wright Road Property; which was added to the January 2011 Town and County Taxes. The demo came in at $4367.57 for an additional 40 yd roll off and extra tons of debris not anticipated in the original proposal.
RESOLUTION #31-2011
David Property
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to add $1,393.57 to the taxes for the Wright Road Property.
Dogs
Discussion was had to revise Local Law #2 of 2010 to include $10.00 fine for not notifying town clerk of change of ownership or deceased dog, $200.00 fine for not providing rabies within 12 days of notification, and $250.00 maximum fine for all other violations. Attorney Knauf will work on revising this law.
Water District #8
Supervisor Crane has received two signed petitions for Wilson Road, Lasher Road and North Huron Road. The proposal for Professional Services has been received from MRB Group for Wilson Road, west from the Huron/Butler town line to Fifth Road; Lasher Road, north from Wilson Road to Ridge Road; and North Huron Road between Ridge Road and Lummisville Road. Supervisor Crane will go back to Dave Doyle to see if additional areas can be added to this Water District.
Committee Reports
Councilmember Teeple
Water District #6: Bids will be in by 4-14-2011 to be opened. Councilmember Teeple will be at the Town Hall on 4-14-11. Specific and General Easements will be going out on March 22, 2011.
Water District #7: WCWSA have signed paperwork to begin work on the water line. Attorney Knauf will send letters to the remaining people who have not sent in their easement paperwork.
Councilmember Traister
Justice Monthly Report: Councilmember Traister moves, seconded by Councilmember Teeple to approve the February monthly Justice court report. All in favor of this motion.
RESOLUTION #32-2011
Spring Cleanup
On motion of Councilmember Traister, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to go with D& L Disposal for the Spring Cleanup on June 4, 2011.
Councilmember Buckalew
Assessment: Assessor Scudder reported that the tentative roll needs to be posted and the county will post the roll and a link will be attached to the town of huron website to get to the county website. The budget for the $5.00 per parcel has gone from 12.3 million to 750,000. Notices will be sent out for change of assessment. Tentative Roll will be filed May 1, 2011. Grievance Day will be May 24, 2011.
RESOLUTION #33-2011
Wayne County Cablevision Council
On motion of Councilmember Traister, seconded by Councilmember Teeple the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to appoint Councilmember Buckalew to the Wayne County Cablevision Council and Supervisor Crane as the alternate.
The Town (Town/Village) of Huron designates the Wayne County Cable Council as the Administrative Entity for Public, Educational, and Governmental Access as required by New York State Public Service Commission Rules;
The Town (Town/Village) Board of the Town of Huron designates the Wayne County Cable Council to operate Public, Educational, and Governmental Access, and provide liaison to the franchise and others as required for the purpose;
The Town Board of the Town of Huron designates the Wayne County Cable Council to coordinate administration of the franchise agreement with the other participating towns and villages of Wayne County;
The Town Board of the Town of Huron shall appoint a representative and alternate to the council who is authorized to vote on its behalf on matters of franchise administration and administration and operations of Public, Educational, and Governmental Access.
The Town Board of Town of Huron understands that funding for the administration and operations of Public, Educational, and Governmental Access is not yet determined and that the council will seek funding sources that may include but are not limited to: School Districts, franchise fees paid to the Towns and Villages, the Wayne County Board of Supervisors, grants, and public fund raising.
Paychex Handbook: The committee will meet on April 6, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Town Hall.
Councilmember Buisch
Planning Board: Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to receive and file the Planning Board minutes of February 7, 2011. Motion carried.
Zoning Board: Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Teeple to receive and file the Zoning Board minutes of February 15, 2011. Motion carried.
Receive & File Building Inspector's Monthly Fee Reports: Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to receive and file the Building Inspector's February monthly fee report. Motion carried.
Building Inspector Report:
Roger has attended the FLBOA Conference.
Compliance for Agriculture was discussed and Attorney Knauf will work on this.
Empire Fruit Growers Variance was approved; Final Approval will be sent from the State.
Building Addition was discussed and decided to get a quote for the end of the building and to also look at other alternatives.
Septic Inspectors are both interested in inspecting this year. Attorney Knauf will draw up a contract.
Crescent Beach has been adjourned to the next board meeting.
Supervisor Crane
Town Clerk's Monthly Report: Supervisor Crane moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to approve the February 2011 monthly report of the Town Clerk. Motion carried.
Town Board Meeting Minutes: Supervisor Crane moved, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew to approve the February 22, 2011 regular meeting minutes and the March 2, 2011 Special Meeting minutes. Motion carried. Councilmember Traister abstained.
Supervisor's Report: Supervisor Crane moved, seconded by Councilmember Teeple to receive and file the Supervisor's report for February. Motion carried.
Supervisor reported on the following:
1. Supervisor Crane received a phone call from Joe Keiler for help in cleaning and keeping an eye on Chimney Bluffs Park until May 5, 2011. Councilmember Buisch will do Monday-Thursday and Supervisor Crane will do the weekends and Councilmember Traister will do any days that Supervisor Crane is not available. Supervisor Crane will also talk with Highway Superintendent Bush on the mowing.
2. The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator for the town is Roger Gallant.
3. Supervisor Crane received information from the Solid Waste Management Authority
4. Supervisor Crane received an email from Paychex on the Handbook Support Fee.
5. Caucus before Meetings was discussed but Attorney Knauf felt we should not have a caucus but a workshop before the regular meeting would be a better idea.
Attorney Knauf
LWRP: Attorney Knauf and Attorney Reichart have had to review the request for proposals and the rfp has been sent out.
RESOLUTION #34-2011
Transfers
On motion of Councilmember Buckalew, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to approve the following transfers:
From 19904A (contingency) to 80304A (water research) $238.09
From 19904A (contingency) to 1620403A (Bldg Repairs) $537.97
RESOLUTION #35-2011
Audit & Pay Bills
On motion of Councilmember Buckalew, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - VOTE - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED to audit and give permission to pay the following vouchers.
March 21, 2011
Vouchers 110-168 208,393.05
General 47,090.54
Highway 27,140.48
Trust & Agency 851.84
Capital Project #5 .88
Huron-Wolcott Fire Dist 24,051.00
Huron-Alton Fire Dist 27,342.00
Huron-North Rose Fire Dis 70,464.00
Capital Project #6 11,452.31
Executive Session
Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to go into executive session to talk about a personnel issue at 10:12 p.m.
Out of Executive Session
Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to come out of executive session at 10:20 p.m.
Adjournment
Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to adjourn at 10:20 p.m. Motion carried.
Next Board Meetings
Huron Planning Board will meet on April 4, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.
Huron Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on April 12, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.
Huron Town Board will meet on April 18, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
Tammy Vezzose
Town Clerk
