PATTERSON TOWN BOARD MEETING
PATTERSON TOWN HALL
1142 ROUTE 311
PATTERSON, NY 12563
JULY 27, 2011
MINUTES
PRESENT: MICHAEL GRIFFIN, SUPERVISOR
KEVIN BURNS, COUNCILMAN
JOSEPH CAPASSO, COUNCILMAN
GINNY NACERINO, COUNCILWOMAN
EDMOND O’CONNOR, DEPUTY SUPERVISOR
ANTOINETTE KOPECK, TOWN CLERK
JAY HOGAN, TOWN COUNSEL
Salute to the Flag and Roll Call.
Supervisor Griffin called the Patterson Town Board meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. with 13 in attendance.
SENATOR BALL’S PRESENTATION – ALBANY LEGISLATIVE UPDATE–CANCELLED
PUBLIC HEARING – FEES - SEE MINUTES
AUDIT OF BILLS
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to accept Abstract No. 14 as written:
General Fund $164,863.50, Highway Fund $42,727.39, Waste Water Treatment Plant $9,833.87, Putnam Lake Light District $1,495.73, Patterson Light District $1,794.85, Patterson Refuse District #2 $3,384.38, Deerwood Drainage District $17.35, Patterson Park District $1,490.66, Alpine Water District $9,238.51, Dorset Hollow Water District $1,019.16, Fox Run Water District $413.59, Trust & Agency $1,250.00, Grand Total Abstract $237,528.99.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Burns, yes; Mr. Capasso, yes; Mrs. Nacerino, yes; Mr. O’Connor, yes; Mr. Griffin, yes.
GINNY NACERINO
RECREATION MEMO(S)
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to re-hire Jamie Wade for Lacrosse Camp Counselor at a rate of $10.00 per hour.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to approve the Non-procurement request of $379.00 the lower quote for men’s basketball shirts from Steve Dinucci. Two quotes were given.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to approve the lower of two quotes for T-shirts and drawstring bags for boys at a rate of $5.00 each. The total from Steve Dinucci is $525.00 and $500.00 for a total of $1,025.00.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
RECREATION DIRECTOR SALARY – RESOLUTION
Mrs. Nacerino introduced the following Resolution for Appointment of Matt Chibbaro as Director of Recreation and Parks:
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WHEREAS, by Resolution No. R-0511-05 the Town Board of the Town of Patterson appointed Matthew Chibbaro as Interim Director of Recreation and Parks until such time as the appointment is of a permanent Director would be practicable; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that it is practicable, desirable and in the best interests of the Town and its residents to appoint Mr. Chibbaro to the position of permanent Director of Recreation and Parks; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has further determined that given Mr. Chibbaro’s educational and employment experience, an annual salary of $58,000 for his services is warranted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby appoints Matthew Chibbaro as Recreation Director of the Town of Patterson to serve on a “full-time” basis for and in consideration of an annual salary of $58,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby authorizes the Supervisor to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Seconded by Mr. Capasso. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
FACILITIES MEMO – FLOORING
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to approve Ingegneri Cleaning Services to complete the refinishing of the Town Hall floors including the bathroom floors and stairwells for an amount not to exceed $2,975.00.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mrs. Nacerino stated I would like to add a memo to my agenda from the Park Advisory Board.
Seconded by Mr. Burns. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mrs. Nacerino made a motion to hire two new lifeguards as per Cari Weizenecker. James O’Connell at a rate of $10.00 per hour and Daniel Romanello for $10.00 per hour. Also, Christen Giavossi’s compensation be raised to $15.00 per hour when she covers as head life guard.
PAB CARETAKER SUB-DISCUSSION
Mrs. Nacerino stated Counselor at the last meeting we asked you about the sub for the caretaker. Were you able to get any information for us based on how we would move forward with that.
Mr. Hogan stated there is too great a liability issue to have an unknown person and a non-Town employee handling caretaker responsibilities for the period of time that the present caretaker will be away. There are a few different ways to handle this. Either you enter into some kind of agreement with all the bells and whistles attached to it or you have a Town employee do it. Maybe pay another Town employee a little extra for the two weeks that Mr. Burdick is away and that way you don’t have any workers comp issues or concerns.
Mr. Burns stated is that something Paul could take on.
Mrs. Nacerino stated we
do have a candidate here that I would like to meet if that is what
the Board would like to do. Maybe have a monetary amount attached to
him as a sub as we do in sanitation. If there is any employee that
wishes to step up to the plate that would be our first choice.
Mr. Griffin stated let’s go with Ginny’s plan and bring him in for an interview.
Mrs. Nacerino stated I’ll speak to Cari and get that going.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
FORMAT
Mrs. Nacerino read a letter regarding Public Recognition Format.
Conversation ensued regarding public recognition.
KEVIN BURNS
RESIDENT’S LETTER OF REQUEST – EXPLANATION OF DEFICIENCIES
Mr. Burns stated the memo Ginny just read was on her agenda as Public Recognition Format. One of the things we spoke about as Board members was trying to be transparent with one another so we would understand and not be ambushed when we got on the dais and not knowing what another Board member was going to talk about. I have to say Ginny, I would never have known from Public Recognition Format that was the memo you were going to read. I feel that is somewhat of an ambush to read that memo.
Mrs. Nacerino stated we spoke about these two weeks ago and you spoke to Liz Hudak about the strict policy in Southeast and you were agreeing with me.
Mr. Burns stated that being said, I agree with Councilwoman Nacerino in that I don’t think it is a bad idea to stick to an agenda and if you as concerned citizens in the Town of Patterson have an issue that you feel needs to be on the agenda it should be on. If none of us feel it is an important issue and we choose not to address it, then it is probably not something we should entertain in open public recognition, which leads me into concerned citizens in Patterson. I went back and forth as to whether or not I should put this on my agenda because I do think it is distasteful to address political issues that are political agendas for various members of the Board. I have to weigh who that is against. This is an allegation against financial mismanagement that accrues to this Board specifically those overseeing the Recreation Department. I’m on the Recreation Committee and I feel that reflects poorly on me and would reflect poorly on Councilwoman Nacerino if it was in fact true. I personally don’t think it is true. He read the memo from Bruce Major.
Mr. Capasso stated Kevin I was on the Sub-Committee before you back in 2008 and 2009. The gap between revenue coming in and expenses was astronomical. It was over $300,000.00 deficit. Today it is $180,000.00. What does that tell you. You weren’t here. I go down to the Recreation Center very frequently and I know what goes on down there. How many times have you been down there.
Mr. Burns stated my kids go down there all the time. I go there all the time.
Mr. Capasso stated they don’t even know you down there.
Conversation ensued.
REED PROPERTY UPDATE
Mr. Burns made a motion to table this topic until the next Town Board meeting.
TELEVISED TOWN BOARD MEETINGS
Mr. Burns stated we currently video tape our Town Board meetings and send them to Comcast and they put them on but at no set time. I’ve talked to a number of individuals who have expressed that other Boards have it at specific times. In speaking with the Councilmen from Carmel it would require us to make an investment in video equipment. I know there will be costs associated with it. Is it something we would want to consider to recommend to the Supervisor to include in the budget for the upcoming year. I think it would be beneficial to actually have our Town Board meeting broadcast at a specific time. I don’t have an update specifically what the cost would be but I just wanted to pose the issue because I think it would be beneficial to this Board.
Mrs. Nacerino stated what would that entail in having a specific time.
Mr. Burns stated I think you have to do a live Broadcast. It’s been awhile since I have inquired. If there is an expressed interest to pursue it I will try to get numbers. I don’t think there is a cost from Comcast but whether or not they have a time slot open.
Mr. O’Connor stated the Comcast franchise is up and they are supposed to come in for discussions with us to renew their franchise. It would be a good time to discuss this.
CLOVER LAKE – UPDATE/DISCUSSION
Mr. Burns stated Clover Lake is a facility off of Fair Street that approached the Town Board about a tax break they are seeking with regards to a new investor in the property. Councilwoman Nacerino and I have had several meetings with them along with our Comptroller. They are looking for what I believe is a very significant tax break, which would not only impact our Town taxes but would impact our school taxes for a protracted period of time. If something is not done there is a possibility this facility could go into bankruptcy or non-for-profit status. We sent a follow-up letter to Clover Lake asking for balance sheets and financials. Our Comptroller identified some discrepancies. We just received a response today and we will review it. The other concern we had was the impact the assisted living facility would have on EMS. Councilwoman and I will meet with representatives of Putnam County EMS on Monday.
Ms. Susan Bayne, Executive Director at the Plaza at Clover Lake stated is there anything we could answer tonight about the EMS issue. I know there was a concern if Clover Lake was licensed as an assisted living community, what impact it would have on the ambulance services.
Mr. Burns stated the overall concern is that our understanding with an assisted living facility
residence the acuity of patients is going to be higher and the frequency of calls to our EMS workers in Town specifically our volunteer ambulance corps, will increase or be required to staff up for this need and also what impact on surrounding towns.
Ms. Bayne stated I had a conversation with Bob Cuomo at the County and he also manages the 911 Call Center and asked him that question. His response was we should be able to rely on the 911 dispatch center and it is somehow tied into the County not just the Town.
Mrs. Nacerino stated it would have an impact on the whole 911 system. That is what we will discuss. We will have more questions after.
Ms. Bayne stated we are down to the zero hour in terms of the balloon mortgage payment that is due in September. That payment is slightly shy of $11,000,000.00. If that is not satisfied in September the interest rate that we currently have on that note is 10.75% and will go up to 15%. Between the penalties and interest will add about $45,000.00 per month to our expenses. Our monthly revenue at Clover Lake is somewhere around $295,000.00 per month. Our expenses average about $285,000.00. If we add $45,000.00 in September our outgoing payment would be $330,000.00 approximately and our inflow revenue is $295,000.00 so that would put us $30,000.00 in the red. If that comes to pass we wouldn’t be able to operate and would have to close our doors.
Conversation ensued.
Mrs. Nacerino stated we appreciate everyone’s input.
Mr. Griffin stated the bulk of those dollars will be from the schools.
Mr. Burns stated everyone in this room pays school taxes. It’s a huge decision.
Mr. Griffin stated I have recused myself because my mother lives there. If this goes out of business it is entirely likely that it would be taken up by a not-for-profit and any taxes in the future will be lost as well. We have no idea as to what would replace it. It could possibly be drug rehabilitation.
Mrs. Nacerino stated that’s a scare tactic.
Mr. Griffin stated there are a number of possibilities of what could go in there.
Mr. O’Connor stated we are talking about the money we are not talking about us coming up with a check for $1.5 million the tax abatement we would be foregoing between us and the School District raising that much money. If it did go belly up, between us and the School District we would lose that $1.5 plus another $1.5 for whatever the taxes are. We wouldn’t give them a zero tax assessment.
Mr. Burns stated that is what is being asked for a period of time. The numbers scare me. We are trying to do our due diligence.
SANI-PRO – BOND RELEASE
Mr. Burns introduced the following Resolution for Acceptance of Performance Bond for Refuse, Recyclables & Bulk Collection Contract for Garbage District No.1 with Sani-Pro Disposal Services Corp., DBA Suburban Carting:
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WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Patterson has duly advertised for bids for the refuse, recyclables & bulk collection contract for Town Garbage District No.1; and
WHEREAS, following completion of the bid process, the Town duly awarded the Contract to SANI-PRO DISPOSAL SERVICES CORP., DBA SUBURBAN CARTING (“Sani-Pro”); and
WHEREAS, consistent with the Bid Specifications circulated by the Town, Sani-Pro
submitted with its bid a “bid bond”, in cash, in the amount of $13,000 (the “Bid Bond”) which continues to be held by the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town and Sani-Pro entered into a Contract (the “Contract”) consistent with the bid specifications therefore dated February 10, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has agreed to accept an annual, renewable performance bond under the Contract in the amount of 10% of the annual contract price of $245,454.60; and
WHEREAS, Sani-Pro has submitted a performance bond, namely U.S. Specialty Insurance Company Bond No. 10000090250 having an inaccurate term for the bond; and
WHEREAS, the Town has rejected the performance bond tendered by Sani-Pro; and
WHEREAS, Sani-Pro has agreed to submit a replacement bond providing for the correct term and otherwise being in form satisfactory to the Town Attorney’s office; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby authorizes the return of the Bid Bond to Sani-Pro following receipt by the Town Comptroller of a replacement performance bond in form satisfactory to the Town Attorney’s office ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby
authorizes the Supervisor to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
TIME OFF/CONFERENCE REQUEST(S)
Mr. Burns made a motion to approve six (6) time off requests and three (3) conference requests.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
COMPTROLLER’S MEMO-FUND TRANSFERS
Mr. Burns made a motion to transfer $94,500.00 of Parkland Deposits from Trust & Agency Fund to the Parkland Fund (CM1) in the amount of $94,500.00.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. Burns made a motion to transfer $94,500.00 from Parkland Fund to Capital Projects for air conditioning.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
BUDGET TRANSFER(S)
Mr. Burns made a motion to approve Budget Transfer No. 26
From: A.9790.700 State Loan Interest (2.00)
To: A.9710.700 Serial Bond Interest 2.00
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. Burns made a motion to approve Budget Transfer No. 27
From: A.9060.800 Hospital & Medical Insurance (7,125.00)
To: A.1110.110 Justices In Lieu Medical 1,875.00
A.7140.110 Recreation Center In Lieu Medical 1,125.00
A.8020.110 Planner In Lieu Medical 4,125.00
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
JOSEPH CAPASSO
CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER’S MEMO
Mr. Capasso stated in March we hired a new Code Compliance Officer Louis Tanney. I have asked him to give me an update on his job performance and what he has been doing for the last few months. He read the letter:
There have been a total of 183 visits from 92 complaints of which 46 have been resolved to date. This investigation has come from complaints Town residents and neighbors from the offending parties. Some complaints have even come from Board members themselves.
Mr. Capasso stated he has done a complete report of all the houses he has visited since he has taken this job. I would like to thank him for his great performance.
Mrs. Nacerino stated it is quite impressive.
MICHAEL GRIFFIN
PROCUREMENT POLICY – DISCUSSION
Mr. Griffin stated I would like everyone to take a hard look at this. I would like to bring this up for a vote on August 10th. Since we only have one meeting scheduled for August and we need to respond to the Comptroller’s report relative to our audit the Procurement Policy is going to be part of that response. Please review and get your comments in.
MS-4 BENEFIT CORPORATION DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION
Mr. Griffin stated this is also a critical vote. I will be asking everyone to please read the By-Laws and the Charter for the Benefit Corporation. This needs to be accomplished at our next meeting if we are to stick to the schedule of the East of Hudson Coalition are trying to maintain.
HIGHWAY GARAGE SPILL PREVENTION CONTROL AND COUNTER MEASURE PLAN - DISCUSSION
Mr. Griffin stated we have a memo from the Town Engineer to do a highway spill prevention control counter measure plan. I spoke with the Town Engineer about it and he admitted that the amount of time involved is very cost prohibitive. He suggested that the Town may want to look in-house. I spoke to the Town Planner and he said he would be willing to take a look at it and we would use the Town Engineer as a fill-in. It’s something that is required by the E.P.A. Hopefully we can accomplish it in-house for considerably less.
TOWN JUSTICES REQUEST – GRANT
Mr. Griffin stated we have an application for a courthouse grant from the Administrative Judges and Supervising Judges:
We are please to invite you to apply for a 2011 Justice Court Assistance Program Grant. The State Court System includes $2.5 million in funding this year. The maximum award is $30,000.00.
Mr. Griffin made a motion to approve our going out to seek monies from this grant application.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino.
RECREATION CENTER GRANT APPLICATION
Mr. Griffin stated we have a memo from Matt Chibbaro asking that Rich Williams complete the grant application we received from the Dormitory Authority for our air conditioning and floor projects at the Recreation Center.
Town Board is confident in Rich Williams taking care of the task.
TOWN PLANNER’S REQUEST – WWTP FENCE
Mr. Griffin made a motion to approve the Planner’s request for a gate at the sewer plant for an amount not to exceed $975.00.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
MULTI-MODAL PROJECT-AWARD BID(S)
Mr. Griffin stated I will table this item until August 10th.
HIGHWAY MEMO-TRUCK REPLACEMENT
Mr. Griffin introduced the following Resolution for Purchase of Replacement Truck via NYS Office of General Services Contract with International Truck:
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WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Patterson, through its Highway Department liaisons Councilwoman Ginny Nacerino and Councilman Joseph Capasso, has received a Memorandum dated July 7, 2011 from the Acting Town Highway Superintendent (the “Superintendent”) recommending the purchase of one (1) new International truck to replace Highway Department Truck No. 9 as more fully-described in said Memorandum; and
WHEREAS, the replacement of Highway Department trucks has been duly authorized by Town Board Resolution No. 1296-14 which provides that “the oldest two trucks in the fleet shall be replaced every three years”; and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has determined that only one (1) truck need be replaced at this time, as also described in said Memorandum; and
WHEREAS, the replacement truck will be purchased for a price of $172,996 through the existing contract between the New York State Office of General Services and International Truck and, therefore, public bidding in connection with such purchase is not required; and
WHEREAS, the cost of such replacement truck will be funded through the Highway Fund Balance and not through the issuance of bonds, notes or other obligations of the Town of Patterson;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby accepts the recommendation of the Acting Highway Superintendent as set forth in his July 7, 2011 Memorandum hereinabove referred to and the purchase of a replacement truck consistent with said Memorandum is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby
authorizes the Supervisor to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to
this resolution.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Burns, yes; Mr. Capasso, yes; Mrs. Nacerino, yes; Mr. O’Connor, yes; Mr. Griffin, yes.
EDMOND O’CONNOR
MPES REQUEST – WAIVER OF FEE(S)
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to waive the fee at the request of Matthew Patterson Elementary School to use the Recreation Center for a period of time.
Seconded by Mr. Burns. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
PUTNAM LAKE SENIORS’ REQUEST
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to have $1,650.00 and $275.00 for music to come from the budget of the Putnam Lake Senior’s for a Christmas party for a total of $1,925.00.
Seconded by Mr. Burns. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
GOLDEN AGE SENIORS’ REQUEST
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to approve the Golden Age Senior’s to go to Ace in the Hole in Garfield, New Jersey for an amount not to exceed $820.00.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
RECYCLED MATERIALS GARBAGE DISTRICT NO. 2/AWARD BID
Mr. O’Connor introduced the following Resolution for Acceptance of Bid for Contract for Recyclables Town of Patterson Garbage District No. 2 Recycling Center:
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WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Patterson has duly advertised for bids for a contract for recyclables collection and disposal for Patterson Garbage District No 2; and
WHEREAS, Hudson Baylor Corporation of Newburgh, New York has submitted the lowest bid proposal; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Patterson wishes to accept the bid proposal submitted by Hudson Baylor Corporation;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby accepts the bid of Hudson Baylor Corporation for the collection and disposal of recyclables for Garbage District No. 2 as set forth on its Bid Proposal dated July 11, 2011; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson hereby
authorizes the Supervisor to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to
this resolution.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to add two items to his agenda.
Seconded by Mr. Burns. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to accept the resignation of Frederick T. Piqnet, Jr. as of July 26, 2011 from the Patterson Highway Department due to personal reasons.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. O’Connor stated the American Veterans Historical Museum will be hosting a concert given by the 42nd Division of the Army National Guard Band and the New York State Guard Band August 6, 2011, Patterson Recreation Center, 65 Front Street between 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Admission is free. Volunteers will be needed to set up. Please call Jean 629-4606, or www.jeep@yahoo.com.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Griffin stated yesterday we received our notice from our insurance company about our Crimeshield Policy for governmental entities that our coverage would lapse prior to the next Town Board meeting.
Mr. Griffin made a motion to add Crimeshield Policy to the agenda.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. Griffin introduced the following Resolution Crimeshield Policy for Governmental Entities Insurance Coverage:
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WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Patterson considers it to be in the best
interest of the Town to obtain a policy of “Crimeshield” insurance which will protect it against losses suffered as a result of theft and certain other criminal activities; and
WHEREAS, the Town has received a Premium Summary from Marshall & Sterling, Inc.
detailing the policy premium and other relevant information;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Patterson
hereby approves the obtaining of a CRIMESHIELD POLICY FOR GOVERNMENTAL
ENTITIES from Marshall & Sterling in accordance with the Premium Summary received by the
Office of the Town Supervisor on July 25, 2011; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Patterson hereby authorizes the
Supervisor to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Seconded by Mr. O’Connor. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. Griffin stated now that we are being paid for our recyclables, I’ve had a couple of businesses call me and asked if the Town would consider allowing commercial businesses to bring their clean cardboard to our Recycling Center to dispose of. A lot of them are paying money to have it taken away and would like to drop it off at the Town. It would be convenient for them and would help our bottom line considerably. I’m throwing it out for an opinion.
Mr. O’Connor stated for a trial basis it seems contrary to reason not to do it.
Mrs. Nacerino stated what would be the impact on the traffic and the trucks going in and out of the center.
Mr. Griffin stated the only two businesses that have contacted me were AVP and another small business. It would probably be one or two loads per month.
Mrs. Nacerino stated I think it is being a good neighbor and helping a small business in Town.
Mr. Griffin stated I will work on this with Rich.
Mrs. Nacerino’s read her environmental tip.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Mr. Charlie Cook stated has anyone reached out to the State or the Federal Government or private organizations for grants.
Mr. Burns stated we have been somewhat constrained in terms of our ability to review finances because it is a private entity. We are doing a very limited financial review. I don’t think it is for the Board to make that application, per se.
Mr. Cook stated I didn’t mean that part, if there are grants there. The County was quick to say we don’t have any money.
Mr. Williams stated the IDA, EDC and the Empire Development Corporation have all been contacted and they are aware of the situation.
Mr. Cook stated what about our representatives at the State and Federal level.
Mr. Williams stated no they haven’t (inaudible).
Mr. Cook stated on the Code Compliance Officer’s report does he cover anything in there about illegal signs. Has he been working on that.
Mr. Capasso stated I believe it is under his jurisdiction.
Mr. Cook stated because I would recommend that he meet with the Town Planner and or the Building Inspector and make a list on Route 311, 22 and Putnam Lake, I just have this feeling that people have put up signs, including Realtors that haven’t applied for a permit. If he could make that list and check with the Town Planner or Building Inspector then we could go after these folks and legitimize it.
Mr. Capasso stated I will check with him tomorrow morning. I think there was an issue with Putnam Lake.
Mr. O’Connor stated those were little ones. The Building Inspector issued some violations on signs. He is also keeping an eye on that.
Mr. Cook stated how come there is only one meeting in August.
Mrs. Nacerino stated we start planning for our budget, so we have one meeting. We start meeting on the proposed budget.
Mr. Burns stated tradition.
Mr. Cook stated the Planning Board manages to have its two meetings in November.
Mr. Griffin stated if the Board wants to revisit it that is something we could do.
Ms. Deb Lawlor stated I had a question at the last Town Board meeting with the presentation of the Aquatic Management District. We asked the Town Attorney to look into a couple of questions regarding signing a petition and dual homeownership.
Mr. O’Connor stated I have it here. In dual ownership, in order to do anything like transferring titles it requires both names but for something of this nature it would require one. If the other one filed a formal written objection, that might be different. One is sufficient.
Ms. Lawlor stated thank you. I know it was brought up several months ago with the on-going discussion about Districts being formed for Putnam Lake that perhaps maybe one of you should add this to your agenda as something that could always be looked on and where things are at in terms of the formation of a District for Putnam Lake.
Mr. O’Connor stated I will do that.
Ms. Lawlor stated thank you.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
There being no further business, Mr. Burns made a motion to go into Executive Session at 9:25 p.m.
Seconded by Mr. Capasso. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. O’Connor made a motion to close Executive Session at 10:00 p.m.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Mr. Griffin called the meeting back to order at 10:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mr. O’Connor made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 p.m.
Seconded by Mrs. Nacerino. All In Favor: Aye. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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ANTOINETTE KOPECK, TOWN CLERK