Town of
Huron
Minutes

May 07, 2013: Town Board Minutes - Regular Meeting

Body:

Minutes subject to approval:

 

Call to Order

Regular Meeting of the Huron Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Laurie Crane at the Huron Town Hall on May 7, 2013, at 5:00 p.m.

  

Flag Salute

Supervisor Crane led the flag salute.

  

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following members were present: Supervisor Laurie Crane, Councilmembers Russell Teeple, David Buisch, Alan Traister and Lois Buckalew.

   

Welcome

Supervisor Crane welcomed everyone.

   

Public Participation

There was no public participation.

    

Correspondence

The following correspondence was received and filed:

  1. Certificate of Training for Town Clerk at 2013 Town Clerk Conference April 28- May 1, 2013.
  2. Certificate of Appreciation for Wayne County in recognition of 100% county-wide membership.
  3. Liquor License Renewal for Wolcott American Legion Post 881.
  4. Certificate of Attendance for Joseph Snyder - Legal, Regulatory and Valuation Issues in Oil and Gas on April 18, 2013.
  5. Certificate of Partial Completed Works for Water District #5 North Geneva Road Pump Station.
  6. A letter from North Rose-Wolcott High School asking for our support for the 2013 Project Graduation.
  7. An email from George Bastedo (Wayne County Emergency Management) in regards to the Ginna State Drill (July 24, 2013) and Federal Exercise (September 17, 2013).
  8. A Thank You from Oasis Seniors (Town of Rose) for the donation from the Town.
  9. A letter from NYMIR in regards to the loss control recommendations.

    

Receive and File Correspondence

#9 Councilmember Buckalew inquired about the loss control recommendations, what NYMIR found?
Supervisor Crane reviewed the report: Highway Sign Log - currently being created by Highway Superintendent Reyn; MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) for all drivers of Town vehicles - completed; I-9 Form (Employment Eligibility Verification) for all employees - completed; Faulty light fixture at the Town Hall - repaired; No exit sign in Historical building - to be done by Highway Superintendent Reyn.

    

RESOLUTION #68-2013

Advertise for Dog Licensing

On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Teeple the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to advertise for 2013 Dog Licensing in the Times of Wayne County and the Shopper.

    

RESOLUTION #69-2013

Advertise for Spring Clean-Up

On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to advertise for the Spring Clean-Up in the Shopper and the Times of Wayne County to be held on June 8, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    

RESOLUTION #70-2013

Advertise for Planning Informational Meeting 

On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to advertise for the Planning Board Informational Meeting on proposed changes to the Zoning Law with regard to short term rentals and camping on June 3, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

   

Committee Reports

Councilmember Teeple

Highway:   Highway Superintendent Reyn reported on the following: 

  • Repair of Slaght Road Bridge to commence on the 8th of May.
  • New truck has been delivered.
  • Quote for repair of the Highway Barn (roofing and insulation) was presented with pictures showing the damage caused by leaking roof and build-up of condensation.

It was determined that one more quote for was needed for the repair work on the Highway Barn, to be presented at the May 20, 2013 regular town board meeting.

Water:   Work on the Water District #5 Pump Station is progressing; the grant will expire in August.

Supervisor Crane had a meeting with Stu Brown and Wolcott Supervisor, Kim Park, regarding an initiative started by the Town of Wolcott for sewers at Port Bay.   A meeting will be held on May 22, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Huron Town Hall with
the Town of Huron and the Town of Wolcott Boards, MRB and WCWSA. A public informational meeting is planned for June 29, 2013, with letters going to the residents of Port Bay.

Water #7:  Councilmember Buisch inquired about the clean-up and repair of properties; Councilmember Teeple advised him to contact WCWSA.

  

Councilmember Traister

Historian:  Councilmember Traister received an email from Historian Powell regarding procedures for removal of animals, pest control issues at the Grange and Schoolhouse. Supervisor Crane will contact Jerry Fisher.  

Animal Control:  The Humane Society has come up with a new admission form; two dog seizure reports were received; dogs taken to the Humane Society.

 

Councilmember Buckalew

Assessor Report:   Councilmember Buckalew received a report from Assessor Roach and commended him for a job well done.  He will provide a final sales analysis report for 2012.  The final Tax Foreclosure list has been published; individuals have until last day of May to
avoid foreclosure.

Buildings:   The Building Inspector has received two quotes for an extension to the front of Town Hall which will be presented at the May 20, 2013 Town Board Meeting.  The request to update the quotes for painting and pressure washing the old Town Hall Building has been referred by to the Town Board for action by Historian Powell.

  

Councilmember Buisch

Check Off Sheet:   Councilmember Buisch presented a check list to be used by the Account Clerk for a new employee or when there is a change in a position.  Following discussion it was agreed the list should include verification of a valid driver's license for all employees, not only Highway Employees, since mileage allowance is paid when a private vehicle is used for Town business.  Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew to approve the check off sheet.  All in favor of this motion.

Personnel Files:   Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew to give Councilmember Buisch permission to review the personnel files to ensure they contain proper forms and documents.

 

Supervisor Crane

Supervisors Report:   Councilmember Buisch moved, seconded by Councilmember Buckalew to receive and file the February 2013 monthly Supervisor's report.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION #71-2013

Weed Harvesting Contract 

On motion of Councilmember Teeple, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to authorize Supervisor Crane to sign the Weed Harvesting Contract with Wayne County.

   

Back to Committee Reports:

     

Supervisor Crane

Town/County Issues:

  • Attended Minnowbrook Conference and received a lot of information in the two days that was attended.
  • Had a teleconference with Barbara Johnston and Valeria Ivan (Department of State) about the Huron Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan and the State comments and recommendations.
  • Discussed the disposition of the Sodus Bay Harbor Management Plan with Senator Nozzolio and with Assemblyman Oaks.
  • Attended a meeting with waterfront Supervisors concerning an article that appeared in the Thousand Island Sun, "citizens in support of BV-7 moving forward, surges"; the article suggested the people on the south shore of Lake Ontario are generally in favor of Plan BV-7.
  • Stu Brown suggests a County-Wide Grant Program for Water (possibly sewer) for low income individuals.
  • An article on a 4-day work week; many Towns are moving to a 4-day work week in the interest of savings.
  • Received an email from Attorney Knauf on a quote from Kevin Bruckner for the Villani Assessment case.
  • The Huron Master Plan has been delivered.
     

RESOLUTION #72-2013

Assessment Case 

On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to accept the quote from Kevin Bruckner for the trial ready appraisal for the Villani assessment case for $2500 which the funds will come from A1420.446 (Law Assessment Dept.) and have Attorney Knauf notify them.

    

RESOLUTION #73-2013

Master Plan

On motion of Councilmember Buisch, seconded by Councilmember Traister the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to adjust the printing requirement for the Master Plan to 25 copies, the reduced cost of printing to be reflected in the final billing submitted by George Frantz as agreed by him.

    

Attorney Knauf

Nothing to report.

    

RESOLUTION #74-2013

Transfers 

On motion of Councilmember Buckalew, seconded by Councilmember Buisch the following resolution was ADOPTED - AYES 5 NAYS 0.

     RESOLVED, to approve the following transfer and budget adjustments:

From A1990.4 (Contingency) to A1220.412 (Account Clerk Contractual) $24.20;

From A5010.41 (Superintendent/Highway Sup/Mat) to A5010.47 (Sup/Highway Misc.) $485.45.

From A7620.47 (Adult Rec Misc.) to A7620.41 (Adult Rec Cont.) $500.00

 

RESOLUTION #75-2013

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:

May 7, 2013                           $151,253.97

Vouchers 170303-170361

     General         13,301.76

     Highway      136,910.19

     Capital #5            43.60

     Trust & Agency   998.42

  

Adjournment

Councilmember Teeple moved, seconded by Councilmember Traister to adjourn at 6:28 p.m.  Motion carried.

  

    

Tammy Vezzose

Town Clerk