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Town Board of St. Johnsville
Minutes Archive - 2023
These Entries are SCANNED copies of the printed minutes and are published for general information only. For Legal and OFFICIAL copies we recommend that you obtain them directly from the Town Clerk.
Note: Board Member Index - PS = Phoebe Sitterly - GH = George Haines - LR = Louise Robusto - MM = Martha Mancini - RH = Ronald Hezel
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
July 13, 2023 A regular meeting of the Town of
St. Johnsville was held on July 13, 2023, at
7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5,
St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly,
Supervisor; Louise Robusto, Councilwoman;
Martha Mancini, Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel,
Councilman; Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for
the Town & Lynn Stever, Town Clerk Absent: George Haines, Councilman Public: William Putman, Hwy.
Superintendent, Kelly Wilder, Bookkeeper,
Michael Mancini, Katrina Caringi, Michael
Isaac & Dawn Swartz Meeting called to order 7:00 pm
Salute to the flag Roll Call - Councilman Haines
absent Public Comment - Michael Isaac
questioned the board on the proposed
Heidelberg expansion. Supervisor Sitterly
said they cannot move forward until they
fulfill DEC's requirements and the
application is approved.. She also stated
that they have offered to well checks on
surrounding properties. The Town Board does
not have a great deal of authority, however
they can have input on ingress & egress and
things like dust control. The
approval/disapproval on the expansion is
from the DEC. (Please see Mining Update
under Old Business) Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto to accept the minutes of June 8,
2023; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-078) Departmental Reports - Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to accept the
Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement
Officer & Dog Control Officer's monthly
reports; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-079) Correspondence - a letter of
application was received from Anthony
Howland indicating interest in the position
of Code Enforcement Officer. Old Business 1.
Mining Update - Supervisor Sitterly
stated that she has been invited to tour
Heidelberg tomorrow as well as any board
member who might be interested. Attorney
Mastromoro will reword the proposed Local
Law. No. 4 of 2023 further regulating
quarrying in the Town of St. Johnsville.
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto to set
a public hearing for August 10, 2023, at
6:45 pm on proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2023
as amended; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-077) 2.
Code Enforcement - Supervisor Sitterly
said that issues continue to arise between
the new Amish residents and our Code
Officer. At a public meeting James
Castrucci, CEO agreed that the same
blueprints could be used if the homes were
identical and within the same family. Jim
stated that the home that is being
constructed on STHWY 5 is not using the same
blueprints and has refused the permit and
payment. The Town has 3.
Baum Road - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto to rebid Baum Road paving with William
Putman, Hwy. Superintendent to change the specs
to read 1-1/2" top, less shimming and delete the
paving of Edwards Road. (Res. #23-080) Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to hold bid opening
at a public hearing on August 10, 2023, at 6:55
pm; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-081) 4.
Garbage - Discussion continued on whether
to continue or discontinue the garbage/recycling
service within the Town of St. Johnsville.
Motion by Sitterly, seconded by Robusto (to
bring it to the table for a vote) to discontinue
garbage/recycling and turn it back to the
responsibility of each homeowner. Discussion
followed with Sitterly stating that costs have
risen considerably and will continue to increase
each year, which would require overriding the
tax cap each year to fund garbage collection.
She also stated that we are the only town in
Montgomery County that has garbage collection.
Mancini stated that the people wanted garbage
collection however in looking at the budget she
cannot find enough to cover the current
increase. Robusto stated that on an average
$40,000 assessment the increase this coming year
would be approximately $73.00. Hezel stated that
the people he talked to were in favor of a tax
increase if it was solely to continue garbage
collection. Motion failed 3-1 with Sitterly
voting yes, Hezel, Mancini & Robusto voting no.
(Res. #23-082) Motion by Robusto, seconded by
Hezel to hold an informational session regarding
the garbage situation on August 2, 2023, at 6:30
pm at the High School; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-083) It was agreed to do a notice to the
public on Facebook, Parent Square, Newspaper and
Posters, indicating that this only affects
residents outside of the Village. New Business 1.Truck
Purchase - Motion by Sitterly, seconded by Hezel
to advertise for bids for a 2021 or newer four
door, diesel pick-up with less than 40,000 to be
opened at a public hearing to be held July 31,
2023, at 10:00 am; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-084) 2.
Employee Assistance Program - Motion to
approve by Hezel, seconded by Robusto; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-085) Public Comment - none Audit - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Sitterly to accept the audit (Voucher # 23-158
thru #23-169 for $13,733.48; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-086) Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-087) Meeting
adjourned 8:51 pm Submitted by:
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
June 08, 2023 A regular
meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville was
held on June 8, 2023, at 7:00 pm, at the
Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St. Johnsville,
NY 13452 Present:
Phoebe Sitterly, Supervisor; Louise Robusto,
Councilwoman; Martha Mancini, Councilwoman;
Ronald Hezel, Councilman; Norman Mastromoro,
Attorney for the Town & Lynn Stever, Town
Clerk Absent:
George Haines, Councilman Public:
Michael Mancini & James Castrucci **Bid Opening
for Paving of Baum & Edwards Roads 6:45 pm.
One bid received from Heidelberg in the
amount of $210,648.75*** Meeting
called to order 7:02 Salute to the flag Roll Call
Councilman Haines absent Minutes -
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Mancini to
accept the minutes of May 11, 2023; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-069) Departmental
Reports - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Mancini to accept the Town Clerk, Justice,
Code Enforcement Officer & Dog Control
Officer's monthly reports; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-070)
Correspondence - letter from James
Castrucci, Code Enforcement Officer & a
notice of proposed rate increase from Blue
Cross/Blue Shield Old Business 1, Mining
Update - Supervisor Sitterly informed the
board that she is waiting on a call back
from Patrick Connolly of the DEC regarding
the proposed Local Law that we have sent for
their review. 2. Other
-none New Business
1. Budget
Transfer - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto to transfer $34,000 from the
Part-Town Fund Balance to B8160.4 to cover
the increased costs for garbage pickup;
passed 3-1, Mancini abstained. (Res. #23071)
2. Paving Bid
for Baum & Edwards Rd. the board agreed to
withhold any decision until William Putman,
Hwy. Superintendent reviews it.
3. Proposed
Local Law to Override Tax Cap for 2024 -
under the 2% tax cap the town would be
allowed to increase the budget by $5,600. In
order to continue with curbside 4. Executive
Session - Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto
to enter into an executive session regarding
personnel; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-073) 7:37 pm.
At 8:01 pm the board asked James Castrucci into
the executive session. Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto to return to regular session with no
action taken; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-074) 8:07 Public Comment -
none Audit - (423-134
through #23-157, $40,228.87) Motion to accept by
Hezel, seconded by Mancini; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-075) Adjournment -
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-076) Meeting adjourned 8:10 pm Submitted by:
Lynn M. Stever Town Clerk
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
May 11 2023 A regular meeting of the Town of
St. Johnsville was held on May 11, 2023, at
7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5,
St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly,
Supervisor; Louise Robusto, Councilwoman;
Martha Mancini, Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel,
Councilman; Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for
the Town & Lynn Stever, Town Clerk Absent: George Haines, Councilman Public: Michael Mancini, William
Putman, James Castrucci & Roy Thompson Meeting called to order 7:01 pm
Salute to the flag Roll Call - Councilman Haines
absent Public Comment - Roy Thompson
submitted a letter to the Town Board and a
sample letter for residents to sign who are
unaware of the proposed quarry expansion. He
stated that an independent engineering firm
has inspected his well, stating that he has
40' of water, took five samples of water to
test, pictures of his water softener and
used an ultraviolet light. They did not
inspect the foundation. Supervisor Sitterly
said she will provide Mr. Thompson with a
contact number for the NYS Department of
Environmental Conservation. Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto to accept the minutes of April
13, 2023; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-056) Departmental Reports - Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to accept the
monthly reports from the Town Clerk,
Justice, Dog Control Officer, Code
Enforcement Officer and Planning Board
minutes of May 2023; passed 4-0. (#23-057) Correspondence - Roy Thompson's
letter regarding Heidelberg Materials quarry
expansion concerns over blasting below the
water table resulting in loss of private
wells, as well as air quality and dust
particles. Old Business 1.
Montgomery County Brush & Weeds
Contract - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Mancini to accept the 2023/2024 contract at
a cost of $5,600; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-058) 2.
Other - none New Business 1.
Proposed Paving of Baum Road - William
Putman, Hwy. Superintendent would like the
board to go out for bids for the paving of
Baum Road and Edwards Road. Motion by Hezel,
seconded by Mancini to have the Hwy.
Superintendent to draw up the specifications
and have the Clerk advertise for bids to be
returned by June 8, 2023, at 12:00 pm with
bid opening on June 8, 2023, at 6:45 pm;
passed 4-0. (Res. #23-059) 2.
NYS Retirement Resolution - Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to approve 5.87
days reported for Kelly Wilder, Bookkeeper;
passed 4-0. (Res. #23-060) 3.
Proposed LL No. 4 of 2023 - A local law amending the
Land Use Law regarding quarries drafted by
Attorney Mastromoro for the board's review.
Motion by Hezel, by Robusto to send the draft to
NYS DEC for their review; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-0614) It was agreed to include on the June
agenda also. 4.
Planning Board - The Town Clerk stated
that on any subdivision application before the
Planning Board, all property owners that border
the proposed subdivision must be notified in
writing of the proposed subdivision, along with
the date and time of the public hearing prior to
approval/denial. Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Mancini to have the Planning Board make these
notifications on Town letterhead and send
Certified Mail-Return Receipt Requested; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-062) The Town Clerk will provide
and form letter for the Planning Board to use. 5.
Barton & Loguidice Contract - Motion by
Robusto, seconded by Hezel to authorize
Supervisor Sitterly to sign the contract; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-063) This contract provides the
Town protection on proposed solar projects
within the Township. Currently Cypress Creek
would pay $10,000 to cover this protection and
when the costs of services have been used down
to $1,500, they would then need to replenish the
account. 6.
Executive Session (Personnel) - Attorney
Mastromoro stated that it must be stated what
Department the executive session is regarding.
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto to enter
into an executive session for personnel/codes at
7:55 pm; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-064) Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to return to regular
session at 9:00 pm; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-065)
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto that the
Supervisor shall draft a letter addressing
concerns regarding code enforcement issues that
have arisen, and meet with James Castrucci, Code
Enforcement Officer and Norman Mastromoro,
Attorney for the Town to clarify, address and
resolve these issues; passed 40. (Res. #23-066) Public Comment - none Audit - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Mancini to accept the audit and authorize the
Supervisor to pay Vouchers .#110-133 $22,257.93;
passed 4-0. (Res. #23-067) Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-068) Meeting
adjourned 9:16 pm Submitted by:
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
April 13, 2023 A regular meeting of the Town of
St. Johnsville was held on April 13 , 2023,
at 7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY
5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly,
Supervisor; Louise Robusto, Councilwoman;
Ronald Hezel, Councilman; Norman Mastromoro,
Attorney for the Town & Lynn Stever, Town
Clerk Absent: Martha Mancini, Councilwoman &
George Haines, Councilman Public: Michael Mancini, Katrina
Caringi, Roy Thompson, Justice Bruce Dye &
James Castrucci 6:30 pm Public Hearing on proposed
Local Law No. 3 of 2023, A Local Law to
Amend the Town of St. Johnsville Land Use
Law to Regulate Solar Energy Systems. Notice
read by the Town Clerk. Katrina Caringi
asked for an explanation of this law. The
board stated that it is to change the size
of arrays from 2MW to 5MW to be in
compliance with NYS regulations. Public
hearing closed 6:42 pm *6:45 pm Audit of Justice Dye's
court records by town board. Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto to accept and
found to be in compliance; passed 3-0. (Res.
#23047) Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. Salute to the flag Roll Call - Councilwoman Mancini
and Councilman Haines absent Public Comment - it was commented
that the Military Banner Program is looking
great. Katrina Caringi gave a quick
presentation on the upcoming Earth Day in
St. Johnsville that will take place on April
29 from 12-5:00 pm at 44 Bridge Street.
Various vendors and activities will take
place. Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto to accept the minutes of March
9th & March 20th passed 3-0. (Res. #23-048) Departmental Reports - Motion by
Robusto, seconded by Hezel to accept the
Town Clerk, Justice, Code Enforcement
Officer & Dog Control Officer's Reports;
passed 3-0. (Res. #23-049) Correspondence - -A letter from Anthony Algerio
interested in serving on the Zoning Board of
Appeals -A quote from NBT Insurance for and
increase in insurance coverage. -A letter from Katrina Caringi
filing a formal complaint against the Code
Enforcement Officer. Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto appointing Anthony Algerio to the
Zoning Board Old Business A. Frontier Fraud Case - nothing
new to report per Attorney Mastromoro New Business 1.
Local Law No. 3 of 2023
(changing the Town of St. Johnsville Land Use
Law Regarding Solar Energy from 2MW to 5MW as
per NYS - Motion to approve by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto; passed 3-0. (Res. #23-051) 2.
Mining - Supervisor
Sitterly presented a copy of the Town of
Plattsburgh Mining Regulations for the board's
review. Attorney Mastromoro stated that he feels
this a very good sample. Items in addition that
were discussed were notifications of when a
blast will occur and the hours of the blasts,
with a letter five days prior to blasting.
Supervisor Sitterly said she will get a sample
letter from Valentie to Attorney Mastromoro for
his review. Attorney Mastromoro will then
prepare a proposed Local Law. NO. 4 of 2023 for
the board's review. 3.
Hanson Notifications -
Supervisor Sitterly presented a letter that Roy
Thompson of Mill Road received asking that he
fill out and return. Supervisor Sitterly is
suggesting that everyone that has received this
questionnaire to fill it out, she feels it is a
protection for the homeowners should they
receive any damage from future blasting.
Discussion took place regarding air quality,
well and foundation stability, etc. It was
suggested that letters of concern and/or a
petition be sent to the DEC stating resident's
concerns over blasting and the possibility of
affecting numerous residents (not just the small
handful that received letters) requesting that
they also be included in the notification list. 4.
Montgomery County Brush &
Weeks Contract - put on agenda for May meeting. 5.
Executive Session -
Motion by Hezel, seconded by Robusto to enter
into an executive session regarding personnel
issues; passed 3-0. (Res. #23-052) (7:43 pm)
Motion to return to regular session with no
action taken by Hezel, seconded by Robusto;
passed 3-0. (Res. #23-053) (7:54 pm) Public Comment - Councilman Hezel
stated that when he was obtaining signatures for
his petition he discussed the garbage issue and
people he spoke to were not against a tax
increase to cover the increased costs for
continuing curbside pickup. Supervisor Sitterly
stated that various options will be costed out
sometime in May and presented to the board for
their review. James Castrucci, Dog Control
Officer submitted a voucher the decreased amount
of his salary as Dog Control Officer. Attorney
Mastromoro stated that the position of Dog
Control Officer is a yearly term. Mr. Castrucci
term ended on December 31, 2022. His new
appointment began January 1, 2023, which no
longer covers the Village of St. Johnsville,
therefore, the reason for his reduction in
salary. Audit - (#23-085 through #23-109
$83,433.94) Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto; passed 3-0. (Res. #23-054) Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Robusto; passed 3-0. (Res. #23-055) Meeting
adjourned 8:04 pm Submitted by:
TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING -
March 20, 2023
A special meeting of the Town of St. Johnsville
was held on March 20, 2023, at 9:00 am,
at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY
5,
St. Johnsville, NY 13452
Present: Phoebe Sitterly, Supervisor; Louise Robusto,
Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel,
Councilman; George Haines, Councilman; Norman
Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town
& Lynn Stever, Town Clerk
Absent: Martha Mancini, Councilwoman
Public: Floyd Stever, Brandt Rostohar, Lee McIntyre
This special meeting was called to order 9:00 am
Public Comment -
Questions from the public were addressed,
stating that this is to
change the current 2 MW limit to a
5MW limit as allowed by the State.
This is a special meeting to adopt for presentation Local
Law No. 3 of 2023 at a public
hearing to be held April 13, 2023 at 6:30 pm, at
the request of the Planning Board who
are dealing with a special permit that they cannot issue
under the current Solar Law. This
law would take effect immediately for any pending
applications.
Motion by Hezel,
seconded by Haines to adopt for presentation
proposed Local Law No.
3 of 2023, a Local Law to Amend the
Town of St. Johnsville Land Use Law To Regulate
Solar Energy Systems on April 13, 2023
at 6:30 pm; passed 4-0. Mancini absent. (Res.
#23-045)
Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Haines; passed 4-0. Mancini absent. (Res.
#23-046) Meeting adjourned 9:40 pm
Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever
Town Clerk
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
March 09, 2023 A regular meeting of the Town of
St. Johnsville was held on March 9, 2023, at
7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5,
St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly,
Supervisor; Louise Robusto, Councilwoman;
Martha Mancini, Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel,
Councilman; George Haines, Councilman;
Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town &
Lynn Stever, Town Clerk Absent: none Public: Michael Mancini & James
Castrucci Meeting called to order 7:01 p.m.
Salute to the flag Roll Call - all present Public Comment - none Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Haines to accept the minutes of February
9th. Regular Meeting and February 23rd.
Special Meeting & Public Hearing; passed
5-0. (Res. #23-036) Departmental Reports - Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Mancini to accept the
Town Clerk, Code Enforcement Officer, Dog
Control Officer and Justice monthly reports;
passed 5-0. (Res. #23-037) Correspondence - Letter from TY
Services offering discounted services for
the Town of St. Johnsville Old Business A.
Copier/Scanner/FAX - has been repaired
by Jesse Watson B.
Frontier Fraud - Attorney Mastromoro
will respond by email a denial and request a
copy of rules and regulation policy. C.
Other—none New Business A.
Highway Agreement - Motion to accept
as presented by William Putman, Highway
Superintendent by Hezel, seconded by Haines;
passed 5-0. (Res. #23-038) B.
Lottman Solar Permit - Michael
Mancini, Chairman of the Planning Board
reported that all is in order and the
Planning Board will issue the permit at
their next meeting. At a later date a
representative will come and offer
incentives to the public. C.
Justice Audit - Motion by Hezel,
seconded by Haines to audit Bruce Dye,
Justice records at the April 13th meeting at
6:45 pm; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-039) D.
Spring Clean-Up - Motion by Hezel,
seconded by Haines to hold the Town of St.
Johnsville Spring Clean-Up on the same dates at
the Village of St. Johnsville, with dates to be
determined; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-040) E.
Local Law No. 4 of 2022 - was not done
properly and therefore not filed as a local law
with the State of New York. F.
Garbage/Recycling Collection - Supervisor
Sitterly asked the board members to be thinking
what we are going to do for garbage and
recycling before budget time arrives. G.
Quarry - Supervisor Sitterly said now that
a six month moratorium has been passed, the
board needs to poll other town to see their laws
regulating quarries. Attorney Mastromoro said
the Department of State website lists categories
of reclamation/bonding, blasting hours, notice
to residents, well/foundation checks, blasting
areas from boundary lines, etc. as items to be
considered. Audit - (Voucher #23-057-084
$50,830.23) Motion by Hezel, seconded by Haines
approving and directing the Supervisor to pay;
passed 5-0. (Res. #23-041) Councilwoman Mancini stated that the
Bookkeeper should provide balances for accounts
at each meeting so that the board members know
how much money is in each account prior to
approving payments. Motion by Mancini, seconded
by Hezel; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-042) Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Haines; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-043) Meeting
adjourned 8:00 pm Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever – Town
Clerk
TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING -
February 23, 2023 A public hearing & special meeting of
the Town of St. Johnsville was held on February
23, 2023, at 7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431
STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly, Supervisor;
Louise Robusto, Councilwoman; Martha Mancini,
Councilwoman; George Haines, Councilman; Norman
Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town & Lynn Stever,
Town Clerk Absent: Ronald Hezel, Councilman Public: Michael Mancini, Suzette Logan 7:00 pm Public Hearing on proposed
Local Law No. 2 of 2023, "Establishing a
six-month moratorium in the Town of St.
Johnsville on the operation of newly proposed
quarries and certain operations of existing
quarries". Legal notice was read by the Clerk. Suzette Logan questioned the board
regarding various aspects of this moratorium.
Supervisor Sitterly stated that it would give
the town time to figure out what authorities
they have and time to get them in place. Motion to close the public hearing by
Haines, seconded by Robusto; passed 4-1, Hezel
absent (Res. #23-033) Special meeting immediately following
the public hearing, called to order 7:09 pm
Motion to adopt Local Law No. 2 of 2023 by
Robusto, seconded by Haines; passed 4-1, Hezel
absent.(Res. #23-034) Adjournment - Motion by Robusto,
seconded by Haines, passed 4-1, Hezel absent.
(Res. #23-035) Meeting adjourned 7:12 pm Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever Town Clerk
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
February 09, 2023 A regular meeting of the Town of
St. Johnsville was held on February 09,
2023, at 7:00 pm, at the Town Offices, 7431
STHWY 5, St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly,
Supervisor; Louise Robusto, Councilwoman;
Martha Mancini, Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel,
Councilman; George Haines, Councilman;
Norman Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town &
Lynn Stever, Town Clerk Absent: none Public: Michael Mancini, James
Castrucci, Kathy Buckley, Julie Erno,
Katrina Caringi, Charles Straney and a
County Waste representative **6:50 pm Bid Opening for
Garbage/Recycling Contract** Two bids were received. County
Waste & Recycling $86,940.00 and Twin
Bridges $144,900.00. Motion by Robusto,
seconded by Hanes to table any decision on
bids received; passed 4-1. Mancini voting
no. (Res. #23-022) Meeting called to order 7:04 p.m. Salute to the flag Roll Call - all present Public Comment - James Castrucci
addressed the board stating that it is
illegal for the board to lower his salary
and that he makes more in every other
township he works for. He also questioned
why he was not reappointed and is acting as
a "holdover". Supervisor Sitterly stated
that the position of Code Enforcement
Officer was a "holdover" because the Town
received a letter from an individual
interested in the position. She suggested
that these issues be addressed in an
executive session. Councilwoman Mancini
stated that Jim is correct that his salary
cannot be reduced and that she feels he is
doing a wonderful job. She also stated that
people come to her store and tell her things
before the Town Board or Village Board even
knows about them. She also stated that Town
business should be conducted at a Town
meeting not at the local diner or Ripepi’s
restaurant. Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Haines to accept the minutes of January
5, 2023, with the correction of Sally
Countryman reappointed to the Board of
Appeals until 2027, not Margaret DiGiacomo
(term ending in 2026); passed 5-0. (Res.
423-023) Departmental Reports - Motion by
accept the Town Clerk, Justice, Code
Enforcement Officer, Dog Control Officer &
Historian's reports; passed 5-0. (Res.
#23-024) Correspondence - none Old Business
- none New Business 1.
Garbage/Recycling Bids - have been
tabled. 2.
3.
Hanson Aggregates, LLC - a proposed
expansion of their mining operation is
currently filed with the Department of
Environmental Conservation. Attorney
Mastromoro suggested the town to consider a
six month moratorium for expansion or new
quarrying in the Town of St. Johnsville.
This would allow the Planning Board time to
draw up special considerations for a special
use permit. Currently no specific conditions
exist in the Town of St. Johnsville Land Use
Law. Motion by Hezel, seconded by Haines to
propose a Local Law No. 3 for a six month
moratorium on any new or expansion of
quarrying to be presented at a public
hearing/special meeting on February 23, 2023
at 7:00 pm; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-026)
Attorney Mastromoro suggested a copy of this
proposed law be sent to DEC, Hanson & Gravel
Sales. 4.
Military Banner Program - a short
presentation from Julie Erno explaining the
program, along with sample banners took
place. 5.
Internet/Copier/Scanner/FAX -
Supervisor Sitterly proposed that she has
asked Jesse Watson to come take a look at
the situation regarding the copier issue. He
has proposed that he would be able to
clean-up the issues and have the scanner
working and synced to each computer at a
cost of $60/hr and approximately $300 in
materials. Councilwoman Mancini questioned
where in the budget would this be paid from
and whether or not he is capable. Supervisor
Sitterly said she has checked with the
Bookkeeper and money is in the budget.
Motion by Robusto, seconded by Haines to
hire Jesse Watson; passed 4-1. Mancini
abstaining. (Res. #23-027) 6.
Code Enforcement Officer Application -
Motion by Haines, seconded by Robusto to
interview Stephanie Dye on March 9, 2023, at
6:45 pm; passed 4-1 Mancini abstaining.
(Res. #23-028) 6. Executive Session - Motion by
Hezel, seconded by Haines to enter into an
executive session for personnel reasons;
passed 5-0. (Res. #23-029) 8:30 pm Motion to
return to regular session by Hezel, seconded
by Haines; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-028) 8:37
pm Motion by Hezel, seconded by Haines to
remove the 15% insurance cost paid by the
Highway Superintendent; passed 5-0. (Res.
#23-030)
Public Comment - Lynn Stever, Town Clerk
commented on the application from Stephanie
Dye for the position of Code Enforcement
Officer. She stated that she received a call
from Mrs. Dye questioning whether she could
apply for the position of Code Enforcement
Officer. Stever told her yes anyone can,
that it is a yearly appointment made by the
town board. Directing her comments to
Councilwoman Mancini, Stever said that
numerous discussions have taken place at
previous board Audit - (#23-023 through $23-055,
$35,290.37) Motion by Hezel, seconded by Haines;
passed 5-0. (Res. #23-031) Adjournment Motion by Hezel, seconded
by Haines; passed 5-0. (Res. #23-032) Meeting
adjourned 8:47 pm Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever Town Clerk
TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING -
January 05, 2023
A regular/organizational meeting of the Town of St.
Johnsville was held on January 5, 2023, at 7:00
pm, at the Town Offices, 7431 STHWY 5, St.
Johnsville, NY 13452 Present: Phoebe Sitterly, Supervisor;
Louise Robusto, Councilwoman; Martha Mancini,
Councilwoman; Ronald Hezel, Councilman; Norman
Mastromoro, Attorney for the Town & Lynn Stever,
Town Clerk Absent: George Haines, Councilman Public: Michael Mancini; William
Putman, Hwy. Sup. & Arthur Dockerty *6:45 pm Public Hearing on proposed
Local Law No. 1 of 2023, Enforcing NYS Fire &
Building Code was held. Notice was read by the
Clerk, no one from the public spoke. Motion to
close the Public Hearing at 6:59 pm by Robusto,
seconded Sitterly; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-001) Meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. Salute to the flag Roll Call - Councilman George Haines
absent Public Comment - Supervisor Sitterly
remarked that a pancake breakfast will be held
on Route 163 in the Town of Minden to help with
the costs they sustained from a recent fire at
the Town Offices/Garage. Minutes - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto to accept the December 8, 2023 minutes
with the correction that Martha Mancini,
Councilwoman was absent; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-002) Departmental Reports - Motion by Hezel,
seconded by Robusto to accept the Town Clerk's,
Justice's, Dog Control Officer's & Code
Enforcement Officer's monthly reports; passed
4-0. (Res. #23-003) Correspondence - letter of interest
from Stephanie Dye for the position of Code
Enforcement Officer/Land Use Officer Old Business 1.
Health Insurance Renewal - Motion by
Robusto, seconded by Sitterly to renew with the
Excellus SimplyBlue Plus Standard Silver (Option
3); passed 3-1 with Councilwoman Mancini
abstaining (Res. #23-004) 2.
Service for Scanner - Supervisor Sitterly
reported to the board that she is trying to get
the IT Technician at the school to look at it. 3.
Hanson Aggregates - Supervisor Sitterly
reported that she has been made aware of a mine
expansion which is in the hands of the NYS
Department of Environmental Conservation. The
previous Supervisor Dominick Stagliano was sent
a letter on August 17, 2022, notifying the town
of this proposed expansion and whether we have
an interest in being lead agency with the SEQR
and any issues or concerns the town may have.
This was never brought before the board and we
are only now being made aware of it because New Business 1.
2023 Wage & Appointment Schedule - see
attached (Res. #23-005-#23-016) 2.
Garbage/Recycling - Discussion took place
regarding the proposed rate hikes from County Waste
& Recycling. Motion by Robusto, seconded by Hezel to
advertise for bids for a yearly contract for
garbage/recycling curbside pick up to be returned by
February 9, 2023, at 12:00 pm, and opened at the
regular meeting on February 9, 2023, at 6:50 pm;
passed 4-0. (Res. #23-017) The specifications will
be the same as what was used for the original
contract. 3.
Local Law No. 1 of 2023 - Motion to accept by
Hezel, seconded by Robusto; passed 4-0. (Res.
#23-018) 4.
Physical Inventory - discussion followed
regarding the need for a physical inventory of the
Town's assets. Jillian Wilder has completed physical
inventories for various other townships and has
agreed to also do it for the Town of St. Johnsville.
Motion by Robusto, seconded by Hezel to hire Jillian
Wilder at the rate of $15.00/hour to conduct our
physical inventory of assets; passed 4-0. (Res.
#237019) Audit - Motion by Mancini, seconded by
Hezel to accept the vouchers #22/254-22/259 &
23-001-23/022 and authorize the Supervisor to pay;
passed 4-0. (Res. #23-020) Adjournment - Motion by Hezel, seconded by
Robusto; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-021) Meeting
adjourned 8:40 pm Submitted by: Lynn M. Stever - Town Clerk
OFFICIAL RESOLUTIONS Official Newspapers: The Recorder Depository: NBT Monthly Meeting Date: 2nd Thursday of ea. Month at 7:00 p.m. Resolution authorizing Supervisor to use a facsimile signature under her control and supervision to sign checks Petty Cash Funds: T Clerk & Justice ($100.00 ea.) - Official Website Webmaster: Ronald Hezel - (www.stjohnsville.com)
ELECTED & APPOINTED POSITIONS Supervisor Councilman (4 @ $2,600.00 ea.) Justice Town Clerk/Tax Collector - $19,500.00 - Stever (2023) Superintendent of Highways Sole Appointed Assessor (6 yr. Term)
DEPARTMENT HEADS Registrar (Fees Collected) CEO LUEO Dog Control Officer Rabies Response Agent Historian (Supervisor's Appt.) - $500.00 Budget Officer Attorney for the Town of St. Johnsville -
$125.00/hr. (+) BAR Chairman *4 hr. min. griev. day - $150.00 BAR Members *4 hr. min. griev. Day - $125.00
Planning Board Chairman Planning Board Members
APPOINTMENTS - Motion by Mancini, seconded by Haines; passed 4-0. (Res. #22-008) Registrar
Bookkeeper Court Clerk Historian (Supervisor's Appointment) - M. Rapacz (appointed by Supervisor) Deputy Supervisor Deputy Clerk/Tax Coll./Registrar - Virginia Fox & George Stever (Clerk Appt.) Deputy Hwy. Superintendent - Bert Cook, III (Hwy.
Sup. Appt.) CEO/LUEO/RRA Planning Board Chairman
EMPLOYEES Hwy. Employees: $21.00/hr. -
Motion by Robusto,
seconded by
Hezel to increase to $21.00/hour ; passed 4-0. (Res. #23-011) Deputy Hwy. Stipend $ .50/hr. (straight time only) Bookkeeper $7,600.00/yr. Court Clerk $ 8,500.00/yr.
MISCELLANEOUS
BAR Training - $ min wage Mile Reimbursement (IRS rate) - $ IRS rate Land Use/Sub. Doc. Fee - $25.00 Returned Check Fee - $30.00 Photocopies $ .25/pg. After 1st. 4 pgs. Dog Impound Fees Building Permit Fees as adopted 1/1/2018 Board of Assessment Review (5) Ronald Hezel (24)
Planning Board Members (5) Michael Mancini
*Chairman(24) - Sally Countryman (25) Board of Appeals (5) Robert
Smith (23) , **vacancy** (24) James A Brennan Shelter Contract increased to $3,000.00
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