TOWN BOARD MINUTES DECEMBER 08, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on December 8, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent: Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Lia Marrero, Karin Yomboro, Eric Lazaroff, David Slottje, Gordon Brownell, Wayne Handy, Jeffrey Doxtater, Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – Councilwoman Handy stated that she would like a line item in the 2012 budget for revaluation.  Supervisor Stagliano said he did not recommend using fund balance and the other option for the board to consider would be borrowing.  He stated that reval is a general fund charge , the loans that we have paid off are not from the same fund.  It was agreed to contact Bob Harris to prepare a presentation for the board regarding revaluation.

Minutes – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Millington; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-111)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to accept the Town Clerk’s, Justice, Dog Control Officer’s, Code Enforcement Officer’s, & Assessor’s monthly reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-112)

Correspondence – letter from Councilman Hezel asking to be appointed to the vacancy on the Board of Appeals, also a letter from Agriculture & Markets regarding dangerous dogs.

Old Business

1. 2012 Budget – presented to board members.  Councilwoman Handy again stated that she would like a line item for revaluation.  Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to contract with the Arts Factory at the cost of $100.00 for assistance in grant writing (B 7560.4); passed 5-0. (Res. #11-113)
2. Hydrofracking Moratorium presentation by David Slottje, with a letter of agreement between the Town and Slottje to be reviewed by Attorney Mastromoro.
3. Assessment Litigation – St. Patrick’s Church Article 7 hearing is scheduled for 12/22/11 at 9:30 a.m.  Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber authorizing Attorney Mastromoro to sign appraisal with the stipulation of agreement to $175,000 appraised value; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-114),  Based on the Assessor’s input that the church is no longer being used for religious purposes, a motion was made by Farber, seconded by Millington to proceed with the exemption removal; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-115)
4. Suits – James Castrucci reported that the matter is on hold in local court.  The property also appears on a list of foreclosures through Montgomery County.
5. Health Insurance Renewal – the board has requested that our insurance agent look at other plans to see if there would be a cost savings, and make a presentation to the board.
6. 2012  Organizational Meeting – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to set the date for January 3, 2012, at 6:00 p.m.; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-116)
7. Board of Assessment Review Vacancy – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to appoint Ronald A. Hezel to the BAR with a term expiration of 9/30/2014; passed 4-1, with Hezel abstaining. (Res. #11-117)

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to authorize Supervisor Stagliano to pay vouchers #11-241 through #11-262; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-118)  It was agreed that the town board and newly elected Highway Superintendent Jeffrey Doxtater would meeting on December 10, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Town Offices.

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Millington; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-119)  Meeting adjourned 9:11 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk 

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES NOV. 10, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on November 10, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent:  Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Jeffrey Doxtater, Wayne Handy, Robert Smith (CSE)

*** Public Hearing on 2012 Town Budget opened at 6:45 p.m.  No one from the public spoke, hearing closed 6:46 p.m.***

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – Jeffrey Doxtater addressed the board regarding his concern that the windshield on the F550 is glazed over and is in terrible condition.  He feels that it is a safety concern and would like the windshield replaced.  Robert Smith addressed the board regarding the Arts Factory, stating that Schoharie used to all the grant writing and has since disbanded.  Now Montgomery and Fulton County are included with Saratoga County.  Western Montgomery County is attempting to start their own council for St. Johnsville, Minden, Palatine, Root and Canajoharie, and is asking all towns for a $100 donation to get started.  He feels that we have been missing out on available grant monies and this newly formed Council will allow us a much better chance of receiving available money for the arts.  Supervisor Stagliano asked that he prepare a presentation for the board after the first of the year, to which he agreed.

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to accept the minutes of October 13^th and October 27^th; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-104)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to accept the Town Clerk’s, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer’s, Dog Control Officer’s and Planning Board monthly reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-105)

Correspondence –Arts Factory letter

Old Business – none

New Business

1. 2012 Budget – Discussion took place regarding the budget.  Councilwoman Handy stated that she would like funding for a revaluation be included in the budget.  Supervisor Stagliano stated that we are currently just under the 2% tax cap and to override the cap a 60% or 2/3 vote would be required.  He did not recommend using fund balance and stated that for every $1.00/thousand in the General Fund it would generate approximately $32,000.  Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to adopt the 2012 Budget as presented; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-106)
2. Mitigation Plan Resolution – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to accept the disaster plan as presented by Montgomery County; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-107)
3. Highway Department – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to officially notify the Highway Department regarding the safety issue with the glazed over windshield on the F550, and that they would like it replaced; passed. 5-0. (Res. #11-108)

Audit – Motion by  Farber, seconded by Hezel to approve payment of voucher #11-213 through #11-240; passed 4-1, with  Councilwoman Handy voting no to all Highway Fund vouchers.  She stated that she objects to the $6,200.00 in vouchers, and feels it is too much, however, agreed to all other vouchers. (Res. #11-109)

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Millington; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-110)  Meeting adjourned 8:10 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OCT. 27, 2011

A special 2012 budget meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on October 27, 2011, at 6:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Public: Wayne Handy, Gordon Brownell & Jeffrey Docstader

Meeting called to order 6:02 p.m.

Discussion took place on the 2012 Preliminary Budget.

It was agreed to remove $1,000 from line item A 1355.2 because the Assessor has purchased a new computer from the 2011 budget.  Questions on whether or not bonding for a capital project to fund a reval could be done.

Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to set a public hearing for November 10, 2011 at 6:45 p.m. on the 2012 Preliminary Budget; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-102)

The proposed per thousand rates for 2012 as follows:

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-103)   Meeting adjourned 6:52 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

TOWN BOARD MINUTES OCT. 13, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on October 13, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Dean Handy, Planning Board Chairman, Floyd Stever, Lia Marrero, Dealey Doe-Eyes, Joseph Sokol, Joseph Isabel & Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment –  Joseph Sokol addressed the board regarding the action taken by the board regarding the large assessment reduction for Helmont Mills, and stated  his support for a revaluation in the Town.  He asked that the Town consider a revaluation when working on the 2012 budget.  Councilwoman Handy asked to include this topic under New Business.

Minutes = Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to accept the minutes of September 8^th regular meeting and October 3^rd special meeting; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-094)

Departmental Reports – Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer’s monthly reports accepted with a motion by Millington, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-095)

Correspondence – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the Highway Inventory, Suits update and Walsh Article 7; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-096)

Committee Reports – none

Old Business – none

New Business

1. Hydrofracking Moratorium – Dean Handy, Chairman of the Planning Board informed the board that the Planning Board is reviewing the hydrofracking business and would like the board to issue a one-year moratorium for further study.  The board agreed to have Dean Handy forward the information to Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town for his review.
2. Assessment Reval – discussion took place regarding the cost and ways to fund a revaluation. The amount of $20,000 was put in a capital fund in the year 2006 for begin funding a reval.   Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to have the Town Clerk contact the Town of  Minden and use their legal advertisement to obtain quotes; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-097)
3. Radio Tower Proposal – Joseph Isabel from WCSS radio station in Amsterdam addressed the board regarding a proposed AM radio station that they are planning to build on the Cranesville Block property; a proposal and map were presented to the board.  They would also be operating a small studio space to be located within the Village.  This radio station would broadcast from St. Johnsville with local news and sports and 60’s, 70’s & 80’s classic music.  Supervisor Stagliano informed Dean Handy, Chairman of the Planning Board that they should be in contact with Norman Mastromoro for him to review the proposal.  The radio station has presented a check for $8,700 to be held in escrow should the town incur expenses, if not the money will be returned.
4. 2012 Tentative Budget – Supervisor Stagliano presented Tentative Budget to board.  Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to adopt the budget as presented; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-098)  Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to hold a special meeting for budget purposes on October 27^th at 6:00 p.m.; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-099)

Audit – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to approve voucher #11-194 through #11-212 and authorize Supervisor to pay; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-100)

Adjournment – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-101)  Meeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OCT. 03, 2011

A special meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on October 3, 2011, at 6:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent: none

Public: Wayne Handy

Meeting called to order 6:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – none

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss a solution to the ongoing street lighting issues for the Town of St. Johnsville.

Supervisor Stagliano reported that he met with Keith Andrews from National Grid, along with Councilman Millington last week at the town offices to discuss the options available for our street lighting issues.  Supervisor Stagliano reported to the board that we have two options:

1. Red Cap – which allows the Town to shut off 10% of the street lights each year for a maximum of three years.
2. Removal Costs – to pay the $8,257.06 to National Grid to cover the cost of removing the remaining 28 street lights, with the 90 days period applying after the invoice is paid, the customer can only be billed for 90 days from the signing, if National Grid has not removed all the lights by that time, the Town would not be charged.  Supervisor Stagliano said that payback would be approximately 2.5 years.  Discussion took place with Councilman Farber stating that he feels it is wrong that the Town would have to pay them to remove their fixtures.  A motion by Millington, seconded by Stagliano to authorize Supervisor Stagliano to sign the agreement for street light removal with National Grid to remove 28 street lights (2 lights will be left on at the Town’s request) at a cost of $8,257.06; passed 3-2, with Stagliano, Millington & Handy voting yes and Farber and Hezel voting no. (Res. #11-092).

Adjournment – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-092)  Meeting adjourned 6:30 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN MINUTES SEPT. 08, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on September 8, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Floyd Stever, Wayne Handy, Bernard Barnes, Debbie Haines, Gordon Brownell, Karen Crouse, Charlie Sammons, Paul Gutowski & Gary Farquhar

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – none

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the minutes of August 11, 2011; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-082)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Millington to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Dog Control Officer & CEO’s monthly reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-083)

Correspondence – letter from LeighAnne Loucks, Sole Assessor regarding Helmont Mills assessment

Committee Reports –none

Old Business

1. Street Lighting – no response to date from National Grid, however they are continuing to bill us for street lighting; board agreed to continue to wait for a response.
2. Pending Assessment Litigation – Motion by Stagliano, seconded by Farber to enter into an executive session at 7:05 p.m.  for the purpose of an Article 7 tax proceeding with Helmont Mills, with representatives from Helmont Mills (Gutowski, Sammons & Farquhar), Village Mayor Barnes and Village Clerk Crouse and Town Clerk Lynn Stever  invited to be present; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-084)   Discussion was held regarding possible settlement of Pending
3. Real Property Tax Proceeding with Helmont Mills.  Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to return to regular session at 7:47 p.m. with no action taken.; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-085)

New Business

1. Thumb Road Quote – Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent presented the board with a written quote for paving of Thumb Road for $38,704.00.  The  Town Board agreed that they do not have the money to do the work this year, it will have to wait until next year and prep work can be done this year.
2. Fall Clean-Up – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to hold a Fall Clean-Up on October 14^th & 15^th from 7am-5pm; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-086)
3. Bond Renewal for Road Surfacing – Motion by Millington, seconded by Farber to renew this bond for $150,000.00; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-087)
4. Suits Property – has been adjourned until September 14^th.  Attorney Mastromoro wants to know what position the board would like to take in this matter.  The Suits’ have plead not guilty and have filed for bankruptcy.  It was agreed to ask the CEO to keep ticketing and see where the bankruptcy goes.  The first ticket would cover daily penalties, with no need to re-ticket them.

Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to enter into another executive session at 8:10 p.m. to discuss assessment litigation; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-088)  Motion by Millington, seconded by Farber that after negotiations with Helmont Mills representatives, the Town Board authorizes Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town to settle the Real Property Tax Proceeding with Helmont Mills at the assessed valuation of $450,000.00, and shall complete all steps necessary to finalize such settlement; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-088)  Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to return to regular session at 8:14 p.m., with action taken during executive session read to the public; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-089)

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to authorize payment of voucher #11-176 through #11-193, with Town Clerk to request a corrected bill for street lighting voucher #11-194); passed 5-0. (Res. #11-090)

Adjournment – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Re. #11-091)  Meeting adjourned 8:18 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES OCT. 13, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on October 13, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Dean Handy, Planning Board Chairman, Floyd Stever, Lia Marrero, Dealey Doe-Eyes, Joseph Sokol, Joseph Isabel & Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call all present

Public Comment –  Joseph Sokol addressed the board regarding the action taken by the board regarding the large assessment reduction for Helmont Mills, and stated  his support for a revaluation in the Town.  He asked that the Town consider a revaluation when working on the 2012 budget.  Councilwoman Handy asked to include this topic under New Business.

Minutes = Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to accept the minutes of September 8^th regular meeting and October 3^rd special meeting; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-094)

Departmental Reports – Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer’s monthly reports accepted with a motion by Millington, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-095)

Correspondence – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the Highway Inventory, Suits update and Walsh Article 7; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-096)

Committee Reports – none

Old Business – none

New Business

1. Hydrofracking Moratorium – Dean Handy, Chairman of the Planning Board informed the board that the Planning Board is reviewing the hydrofracking business and would like the board to issue a one-year moratorium for further study.  The board agreed to have Dean Handy forward the information to Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town for his review.
2. Assessment Reval – discussion took place regarding the cost and ways to fund a revaluation. The amount of $20,000 was put in a capital fund in the year 2006 for begin funding a reval.   Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to have the Town Clerk contact the Town of  Minden and use their legal advertisement to obtain quotes; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-097)
3. Radio Tower Proposal – Joseph Isabel from WCSS radio station in Amsterdam addressed the board regarding a proposed AM radio station that they are planning to build on the Cranesville Block property; a proposal and map were presented to the board.  They would also be operating a small studio space to be located within the Village.  This radio station would broadcast from St. Johnsville with local news and sports and 60’s, 70’s & 80’s classic music.  Supervisor Stagliano informed Dean Handy, Chairman of the Planning Board that they should be in contact with Norman Mastromoro for him to review the proposal.  The radio station has presented a check for $8,700 to be held in escrow should the town incur expenses, if not the money will be returned.
4. 2012 Tentative Budget – Supervisor Stagliano presented Tentative Budget to board.  Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to adopt the budget as presented; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-098)  Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to hold a special meeting for budget purposes on October 27^th at 6:00 p.m.; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-099)

Audit – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to approve voucher #11-194 through #11-212 and authorize Supervisor to pay; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-100)

Adjournment – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-101)  Meeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES AUG. 11, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on August 11, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Wayne Handy

**6:55 p.m. Public Hearing bid opening for paving of Upper Mill Road**

One bid was received from Hanson Aggregates in the amount of $33,980.80

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – none

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to accept the minutes of July 14, 2011; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-076)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Millington to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer & Historian’s monthly reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-077)

Old Business

1. Street Lighting – no response has been received from the Public Service Commission to date.
2. Assessment Litigation – Attorney Mastromoro updated the board regarding the following:  St. Patrick’s Church trial date set for December 22, 2011, and Attorney Mastromoro is waiting to hear from their Attorney.   A court date has been set for Helmont Mills for September 6, 2011, at which time schedules will be set for appraisals, conference dates, pretrial dates, etc.  Helmont is requesting a reduction from $788,800 to $400,000.  The Town Board agreed to have Attorney Mastromoro represent the Town at the court date of September 6^th and report back to the board at the September 8^th meeting.  Midtown Estates case has been dismissed with necessary paperwork being filed each year for exemptions to apply.  Walsh case has been settled.

New Business

1. Paving of Upper Mill Road – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to accept the bid from Hanson Aggregates for $33,980.80, indicating that they are the lowest responsible bidder and have met the specifications; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-078)  Motion by Millington, seconded by Hezel to award the bid to Hanson Aggregates for the paving of Upper Mill Road at a cost of $33,980.80 (3,000 X 18’ wide x 1.5” top), and to amend the 2011 budget as follows:  Increase DB 3501 in the amount of $35,000.00 and increase DB 5112.2 by $35,000.00; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-079)
2. 2012 Budget – Supervisor Stagliano informed the board that a tax cap recently passed allows a 2% increase.
3. CHIPS – Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent informed the board that we have $55,000.00 in CHIPS money.  He questioned the board whether they would like to seal a road or bank it and use it for next year’s paving.  It was agreed to have Peter get a quote from Hanson Aggregates for the Paving of Thumb Road.

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to authorize Supervisor to pay voucher $157-175, with a letter to be sent to National Grid stating that we will pay for street lighting usage through July 21, 2011, which fulfill the 90 day requirement for notification to have the street lights turned off, and from that date forward we should only be billed for fixture rental (with exception of two lights we requested remain on) until this issue is resolved; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-080)

Adjournment – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-081)  Meeting adjourned 8:37 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES JULY 14, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on July 14, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Wayne Handy and Lia Marrero

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment –  Lia Marrero addressed the board regarding her concerns of “hydrofracking”.  She presented a pamphlet and a copy of a movie that the board can view regarding concerns of long term damage caused by hydrofracking.  She feels the board needs to be educated and address this issue as soon as possible, before irreversible damage is done.  Supervisor Stagliano suggested that she also be in contact with the Planning Board, which she said she has been, and she also agreed to keep officials informed.

Minutes – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to accept the minutes of June 9, 2011; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-069)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Millington to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer and Assessor’s Reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-070)

Committee Reports – none

Old Business

1. Street Lighting – a letter was received from National Grid stating that the estimated cost of removing the remaining fixtures would be $8,259.06.  Motion by Farber to contact the Public Service Commission to determine whether this is a reasonable charge to remove National Grid fixtures from their own poles, and whether they can charge for street lighting beyond the date of May 1, 2011, even though they have been notified in writing, that as of that date, the Town of St. Johnsville will no longer pay for street lighting; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-071).  Motion was amended by Farber, seconded by Millington to include the National Grid letter to the Public Service Commission and also to be Supervisor Stagliano sign the letter; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-072)
2. Road Ditching – Councilwoman Handy questioned Peter Battisti why roads are not being ditched.  She stated that the road edges are crumbling, and feels they should be out ditching.  Peter Battisti stated that it still remains very wet and ditching will be done when weather permits.  He also stated that shoulder work is what is needed to prevent the edges of the roadway from deteriorating.
3. Montgomery County DPW – a letter was received regarding the board’s request for roadwork, updating them on the time schedule of the work to be performed.

New Business

1. Upper Mill Road – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to advertise for sealed bids for the paving, returnable at the August 11^th meeting, with the bids opened at 6:55 p.m.; passed 5-0.  (Res. #11-073)
2. Code Enforcement Update – James Castrucci updated the board regarding the Suits violations, stating that it has been adjourned until September 15, 2011; the Bell, clean up the remaining shed still need to be done, and the Oldick property, Judge has given him one year to remove all cars.

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to pay vouchers #11-136 through #11-155 and to hold out voucher #11-156 (National Grid street lighting $542.19 until a response has been received from the Public Service Commission; motion passed 4-1, with Supervisor Stagliano voting no, feels Voucher #11-156 should be paid. (Res. #11-074)

Adjournment – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-075)  Meeting adjourned 7:56 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES JUNE 9, 2911

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on June 9, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Joanne & Gary Hogan, Manuel Perez, Trinity Oliphant, Debbie Hart, Walter & Rose Ashline, Marcel Falcon, Patricia & Maggie Christensen

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – Marcel Falcon, Patricia Christensen & Manuel Perez addressed the board regarding the number of unlicensed unregistered vehicles on property owned by Oldick on Matis Road.  They informed the board that there are well over one hundred cars on his property and feel that it is devaluing their property values.  They stated that the roadway has been destroyed at the end of his driveway from a culvert being put in.  Peter Battisti said the town did not put the culvert in.  The residents also questioned whether he would be allowed to put up a Quonset building to house his vehicles.  James Castrucci said that he would need to go through the building permit applications process which would need Planning Board approval first.  The board agreed that the Code Enforcement Officer should inform the Oldick’s that every car except one must be removed immediately, with no time frames, and apply this practice across the board for everyone.

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to accept the minutes of 5/12/11; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-063)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel to accept the monthly reports from the Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer and Planning Board; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-064)

Old Business

A.     Suits Update – James Castrucci updated the board regarding the code violations that exist on the Suits property.  He stated they appeared before Judge Dye on June 8, 2011 without an attorney and Judge Dye adjourned the case until September 14, 2011.

B.     Bell Update – shed has been removed successfully by Town Highway employees

C.     Street Lighting – the Town has received a bill for street lighting through May 19^th, even though National Grid has been informed to turn off lights as of May 1^st.  Keith Andrews of National Grid has contacted the Town Clerk informing the Town that there will be charges to remove the fixtures from the poles, and will get back to the Town as soon as possible.  The Town Board requested that the Clerk contact National Grid immediately requesting a revised bill through May 1^st  along with the cost of fixture removal.  It was agreed to remove the street lighting portion of the Voucher #11-118 from the audit.

D.     Article 7 Proceeding (St. Patrick’s Church) – Attorney Mastromoro will appear at court on behalf of the Town stating that the Town is against granting the religious exemption, but not the proposed assessment.

E.     Montgomery County DPW – a second request will be faxed to the MCDPW on the previous requests for Mill Road and Crum Creek Road repairs.

New Business

1. Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent presented a quote from Hanson Aggregates for paving 7/10 of a mille of Upper Mill Road at an estimated cost of $44,000.00  Pete will also check on the cost of modified binder which was used on Palatine Church Road and Vedder Road and report back to the board next month.  Next month, if agreed, specifications and bid advertisements will be sent out.

Motion by Stagliano, seconded by Farber to enter into an executive session for personnel issues; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-065)  Motion by Stagliano, seconded by Millington to return to regular session; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-066)  No action taken

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept voucher no. 11-109 through 135 with the exception of the street lighting portion of voucher no. 11-118; passed 5-0. (Res. #1-067)

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Millington; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-068)  Meeting adjourned 8:01 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES MAY 12, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on May 12, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Absent: none

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Floyd Stever, Mariah Loomis, Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag - dispensed

Roll Call – all present

Public Comment – none

Minutes – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel to accept the minutes of April 14, 2011; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-055)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer,  & Dog Control Officer’s reports; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-056)

Correspondence – an update was received from Attorney Mastromoro regarding Article 7 proceedings.  The Planning Board has requested that they be allowed to meet every other month on Monday at 7:00 p.m., with this being stated at the annual Organizational Meeting.; motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy approving this request; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-057

Old Business

1. Suits Update – James Castrucci updated the board regarding the ongoing Suits case.  He stated that the Judge had adjourned the case to allow the Suits’ to obtain legal representation; they appeared in court on May 11^th (the adjourned date) with no council and stated that they are being forced by the town into filing bankruptcy. It was suggested that they sign the property over to the town and the town will clean up the property.  They did not agree and it was again adjourned until June 8^th.  Councilman Farber stated that if they agree to turn the property over to the town, it must be stated that the town can also dispose of all items on the property.
2. Michelle Bell’s Shed – Town Clerk reported to the board that NYS DEC has issued a citation to Michelle Bell for illegal solid waste in a stream; they also requested that Michelle sign an authorization allowing town employees to go on her property with manpower and equipment to remove the shed, which she did sign in the presence of the Town Clerk and Jason DeAngelis, NYS DEC Officer.  Peter Battisti, Hwy Superintendent said he will let the Town Clerk know on Monday what day they will be doing the work so that people can be notified.
3. Street  Lighting – a lengthy discussion took place regarding last month’s decision to turn off all street lights in the Town outside the Village. Councilman Hezel stated that was not here last meeting and would like to voice his opinion that the street lights should remain on for safety reason.  He said people have to back down the hill in front of his house which does not have any guardrails along the east side, as well as people walking at night, and for general safety reasons.  He feels he pays a ridiculous 4% bed tax to Montgomery County and should be getting something in return.  A letter received from the NYS DOT was discussed, with the following motion being made upon their recommendation.  Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to keep only two street lights on, one located at the intersection of STHWY 5 and Vedder Road and one at the intersection of STHWY 5 and STHWY 67 on; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-058)

New Business

1. Crum Creek Rd. – Councilwoman Handy reported to the board the areas of the roadway from the Village line north to the Richards Road intersection are crumbling away and are in serious need of repair.  She would like the Town to notify the County of the need for road repairs to this road.
2. Vendor List – Councilwoman Handy questioned why the Highway Department is buying from so many vendors.  Supervisor Stagliano said he will provide a vendor history list for discussion at the next meeting.
3. Highway Employees – Councilwoman Handy has received complaints from Town residents regarding brush from storm damage just being pushed back from the roadway.  Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent stated that we do not  have a chipper and they have no place to dump brush anymore, no one wants it on their property.  Councilman Farber asked if the town could use the Village’s chipper for removing brush.
4. County Roadwork – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to contact the Montgomery County DPW and inform them of the necessary roadwork repairs that are needed along Crum Creek Rd. from the Village line north to Richards Road, as well as the request for guardrails to be installed along the east side of Mill Road from  1679 Mill Road to the top of the hill along the steep bank; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-059)
5. Road Ditching – Councilwoman Handy questioned the Highway Superintendent when will ditching of town roads take place; Peter said that as soon as it dries out ditching will be done.
6. Agreement to Spend Highway Money – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the Agreement to Spend Highway Money for $27,000 in General Repairs for crusher run on Matis Dr., Hillabrandt Rd. & David Road; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-060)
7. Annual Update Document 2010 – Supervisor Stagliano presented a hard copy to the Clerk of the document that was submitted to the NYS Comptroller’s Office.
8. CHIPS – ($50,000) Supervisor Stagliano said any CHIPS reimbursement must come from roadwork with a 10-year life span, oil & stone do not qualify.  Any project of $20,000 must go out for bid.  The Hwy. Superintendent will get estimates for next meeting for Upper Mill Road, East Creek & Thumb Rd.

Audit – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to authorize payment of voucher #11-088 through #11-108 and authorize the Supervisor to pay; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-061)

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Millington; passed 5-0. (Res. #11-062)  Meeting adjourned 8:13 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES APRIL 14, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on April 14, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Millington, Councilman; Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent: Ronald Hezel, Councilman

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO; Floyd Stever, Jeffrey Doxstader, Robert Peruzzi, James Saracino, Gordon Brownell, Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – Councilman Hezel absent

Public Comment – Robert Peruzzi addressed the board regarding the street lighting within the township.  He stated that he feels all street lights should be turned off because it would create more of a hazard to only light intersections because then motorists would be constantly driving from lighted to unlit areas and then back to lit areas creating more of a eye strain than if they were all turned off.  Floyd Stever questioned what the cost of street lighting is; Supervisor Stagliano stated that for 2010 it was approximately $10,000.  He also questioned whether any members of the board have been contacted with requests to keep the lights on; no one in attendance had been contacted.  Jeffrey Doxstader also addressed the board stating that he feels we do not need the lights. 

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to accept the minutes of March 11, 2011; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-046)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Millington, seconded by Farber to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Dog Control officer & CEO monthly reports; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-047)

Correspondence – a letter was received from George R. Haines requesting to be appointed to the Town of St. Johnsville Planning Board.

Committee Reports – none

Old Business

1. Suits Update – James Castrucci, CEO updated the board stating that he has attempted to serve the Suits but to date has been unsuccessful.  He does have a Police Officer that is willing to serve them and will again attempt to do so.
2. Street Lighting – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to have the Town Clerk notify National Grid that all street lights within the Town of St. Johnsville outside the Village be turned off as of May 1, 2011, and that the New York State Department of Transportation also be notified; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-048)
3. Highway Department Radios – Councilman Farber spoke with the Highway Department employees and they said the radios in the trucks work, the base is stored upstairs over the Highway office, and with their personal cell phones they have no communication problems; therefore new radios for the department will not be pursued.
4. Michelle Bell’s Shed – it was agreed that the Town Clerk contact the NYS DEC that Ms. Bell should be ticketed for failure to remove a large shed that has fallen into the creek behind her property at 1715 Mill Road on March 18, 2011, and request an emergency permit for the Town to remove the shed.

New Business

1. Spring Clean-Up – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to hold Spring Clean-Up on May 20^th & 21^st  from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with County Waste as the hauler and MOSA as the dumping site; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-049)
2. Montgomery County Mowing Contract – Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to approve the contract and authorize the Supervisor to sign at a cost of $350/lane mile and $4,600 annually; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-050)
3. Summer Concert Series – Motion by Millington, seconded by Farber to fund one-half of the cost of the Summer Band Concerts at $1,027.50; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-051)
4. Planning Board Appointment – Motion  by Millington, seconded by Farber to appoint George R. Haines, 274 Klock Rd., St. Johnsville, NY to the Planning Board with a term expiration of December 31, 2015; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-052)

Public Comment – Robert Peruzzi  addressed the board regarding the shed that remains in the Zimmerman Creek stating that his concern is that if it were to move downstream it could flood out Route 5 and cause considerable damage.

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Millington to accept voucher #11-059 through #11-086, and authorize the Supervisor to pay, voucher #11-087 was not approved for payment; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-053)

Adjournment – Motion by Handy, seconded by Millington; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-054)  Meeting adjourned 7:50 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES MAR. 10, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on March 10, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent: Ronald Millington, Councilman, Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Public: James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO, Leslie Larsen

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – Millington & Battisti absent

Public Comment – none

 Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the minutes of February 10, 2011; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-040)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, CEO, DCO and Planning Board reports; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-041)

Correspondence   – Mang Insurance letter regarding coverage

-Morris J. Edwards letter regarding donations for two additional soldier benches for Memorial Park

Committee Reports – none

Old Business

1. Suits Update – James Castrucci, CEO reported to the board that Mr. Suits does not sign for certified mailings, he has also been attempted to be served papers three times, and failed to come to his court date of March 9, 2011.  It was suggested to contact a server to physically serve him the summons.
2. Street lighting – discussion took place regarding a solution to the increased costs of street lighting.  Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to install and turn on lights on intersections with HPS low 70W bulbs, intersections that currently have poles available; motion withdrawn.  It was agreed to have the Clerk put in the papers a news item stating that the Town of St. Johnsville is attempting to determine a positive solution to the increased cost of street lighting with the township.  The board is considering turning all lights off, or only lighting intersections.  The next board meeting is schedule for 4/13/2011 at 7:00 p.m. where any interested individuals may speak during the public comment section of the meeting.
3. Highway Department Radios – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber to accept the proposal for the installation of new radios as provided by JPJ Electronic Communications, Inc.; motion withdrawn.  It was agreed that Councilman Farber will check with the Highway Department to see if the old radios do work and if so, the FCC license can be renewed.
4. Health Insurance – Motion by Handy, seconded by Farber that insurance coverage for a newly elected Highway Superintendent will only cover the individual with a 15% contribution, and any spousal/dependent coverage to be paid 100% by employee; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-042)

New Business

1. Mang Insurance – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel, to accept Quote 2, and authorize the Supervisor to sign contract; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-043)
2. Spring Clean-Up – set date at next meeting.
3. Richards Rd. – Councilwoman Handy asked that the Highway Department check the stop sign at the end of Richards Road to make sure that it is the correct height.

Audit –(9:30 p.m.)  Motion by Farber, seconded by Handy to accept voucher #11-037 through #11-058, and authorize the Supervisor to pay; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-044)

Adjournment – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-045)  Meeting adjourned 9:31 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES FEB. 10, 2011

A regular meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on, February 10, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  Susan Handy, Councilwoman; William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk

Absent:  Ronald Millington, Councilman & Peter Battisti, Hwy. Superintendent

Public: LeighAnne Loucks, Sole Assessor; James Castrucci, DCO/LUEO; Robert Smith (CSE)

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – Millington & Battisti absent

Public Comment – none

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the minutes of January 13, 2011, with a correction that Attorney Mastromoro was not in attendance; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-031)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer & Historian’s reports; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-032)

Committee Reports – none

Old Business

1. Article 7 Litigation –LeighAnne Loucks, Sole Assessor addressed the board regarding the three pending Article 7 litigations.   Midtown Estates-never filed necessary paperwork, asking to be dismissed.  Catholic Church-Attorney Mastromoro never received any direction from the board prior to the deadline of 2/12/11, we will still be able to get information but not until the trial; Walsh-file appraisal by Tuesday and send them to Mr. Walsh certified mail.
2. Suits Update – James Castrucci, CEO updated the board regarding the ongoing property maintenance violations at the Suits property.  He informed the board that Mr. Suits refuses to pick up the certified mail he has sent, and will not answer the door when he has attempted to hand deliver them.  Upon the return of the Judge from vacation he will reissue new tickets and attempt delivery again for a new court date.
3. Street Lighting – it was agreed to ask the Highway Department to indicate all intersections and dangerous areas that they feel street lights are needed.
4. Highway Department Radios – discussion took place regarding two quotes obtained by Councilman Farber, as directed at January’s meeting.  No decision was made regarding the purchase of new truck radios.
5. Fire Contract – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to accept the 2011, 2012 & 2013 Village of St. Johnsville Fire Contract; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-033)
6. Dog Fees – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy to set the fees for dog registration at $5.00 (spayed/neutered) $15.00 (unsprayed/unneutered), $25.00 (1-10 dogs), $50.00 (11-20 dogs) & $100.00 (20+ dogs) for kennel licenses; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-034)

New Business

1. Montgomery County Snow & Ice Contract – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the 2011 year $69,562.5 & 2012 year at $69562.50; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-035)
2. Montgomery County Planning Board Grant Support – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy for the Town of St. Johnsville to support the County in a Planning Grant; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-036)
3. Montgomery County Solid Waste – Motion by Handy, seconded by Hezel; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-037)

Audit – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to accept Voucher #11-013 through #11-036, and authorize the Supervisor to pay; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-038)

Adjournment – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Handy; passed 4-0. (Res. #11-039)  Meeting adjourned 8:05 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk 

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TOWN BOARD MINUTES JAN. 13, 2011

A regular/organizational meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was held on January 13, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452

Present:  Dominick Stagliano, Supervisor; Ronald Hezel, Councilman;  William Farber, Councilman; Lynn Stever, Town Clerk; Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town

Absent:   Susan Handy, Councilwoman & Ronald Millington, Councilman

Public: James Castrucci

Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m.

Salute to the flag

Roll Call – Handy & Millington absent

Public Comment – none

Minutes – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept the minutes of December 9^th & December 30, 2010; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-001)

Departmental Reports – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to accept the Town Clerk’s, Justice, Code Enforcement Officer & Dog Control Officer’s monthly reports; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-002)

Committee Reports – none

Old Business

1. Suits Update – James Castrucci informed the board that he has written five tickets but has been unable to have Mr. Suits served because he does not know where he is residing at the present time.
2. Pending Litigation/Attorney for the Town – Motion by Farber to accept the proposal received from Norman Mastromoro, Attorney at Law, to serve the Town of St. Johnsville on an as needed basis at a cost of $125.00/hr. and to direct the Attorney to meet with the Assessor regarding Article 7 proceedings, seconded by Hezel; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-003) 
3. FCC Radio License – Councilman Farber will look into the costs of three truck radios and one portable radio for the Highway Department, with four frequencies and a two-way for the Town, seconded by Stagliano; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-004)

New Business

1. 2011 Wage & Appointment Schedule – ( Res. #11-005 through #11-025 see attached)

  B.  CDPHP Renewal – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to renew the Health Insurance Contract with coverage costs of $394.41 Single, $788.80 Employee + 1, and $1,045.17 Family; passed 3-0. (Res. #026)

  C.  EAP Contract – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to renew contract at a cost of $150.00 annually; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-027)

4. Street Light Request – a petition was received from residents on Allen Heights Rd. regarding the removal of street lights along their road.  They feel it is a safety concern and that they should not have been removed.  Supervisor Stagliano asked that the Clerk contact National Grid and get a cost to put the fixtures back on the poles.
5. Ayres Animal Shelter Contract – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber to renew the contract at a cost of $4,500.00 annually and authorize Supervisor Stagliano to sign; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-028)

Audit – Motion by Farber, seconded by Hezel to accept and authorize the Supervisor to pay vouchers #11-001 through #11-012); passed 3-0. (Res. #11-029)

Adjourn – Motion by Hezel, seconded by Farber; passed 3-0. (Res. #11-030)  Meeting adjourned 7:54 p.m.

Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever -Town Clerk

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