Minutes subject to approval:
Call to Order
Supervisor Laurie Crane called a special meeting of the Huron Town Board to order on January 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
Flag Salute
Supervisor Crane led the flag salute.
Roll Call
The following members were present: Councilmember David Buisch, Lois Buckalew, Alan Traister and Russell Teeple and Supervisor Laurie Crane.
Welcome
Supervisor Crane welcomed everyone.
Executive Session
Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to go into executive session for employment vacancies and Town Clerk Vezzose was asked to stay at 7:02 p.m.
Out of Executive Session
Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Teeple to move out of executive session at 7:25 p.m.
RESOLUTION #19-2013
Contact Chris Galek
On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, that Councilmember Buckalew will contact Chris Galek to see if she would work on a contract basis at an hourly rate of 13.20 for a maximum of 30 hours per week until February 28, 2013.
RESOLUTION #20-2013
Advertise in Shopper
On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Teeple the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.
RESOLVED, to advertise all vacant positions in the next addition of the Shopper.
RESOLUTION #21-2013
Advertise Meeting Dates
On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 4 NAYS 1. Councilmember Traister voted nay.
RESOLVED, to advertise the meeting dates for 2013.
Employee Dishonesty Coverage
The bonding coverage will be as follows:
Supervisor 1,000,000
Deputy Supervisor 1,000,000
Town Clerk/Tax Collector 1,000,000
Deputy Town Clerk/Collector 1,000,000
Clerk to Justices 300,000
Justices 300,000
Clerk to Supervisor to be removed
Building Inspector's Office Space
Councilmember Traister questioned when the locks to the building were last changed; matter deferred until completion of entrance renovation (handicapped doors). This lead to discussion of the building addition plans and the inadequate work space of the Building Department. The options discussed will be pursued by Councilmember Teeple with the Building Inspector.
Supervisor Crane also expressed the opinion that the Building Inspector should have a Secretary/clerk available during the day in order to eliminate his office hours; this would make his job easier.
School Tax Bills
Supervisor Crane discussed problems recently experienced concerning payment of School Taxes. Two individuals, both making timely payment are charged late payment fees. Their payments were opened after the remittance date, and lacking a post mark were returned. It seems that the notice returning their taxes was thought to be the return receipt and remained unopened. Despite the fact that the Town can do nothing about the additional charges, both the School and the County are referring people back to the Town for resolution. The Supervisor had notified the County and will contact the school to cease referrals to the Town.
Water District Fees
Supervisor Crane received a phone call from a resident with an unbuildable lot, requesting reimbursement of water district charge. Supervisor Crane will discuss the matter with Assessor Roach.
Adjournment
Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Teeple to adjourn at 5:20 p.m. All in favor of this motion.
Tammy Vezzose
Town Clerk
