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Minutes Archive - 2014
(The Data below is for General Information only, it has has been corrected as best we can for obvious Misspellings and Typos.
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2014 - Jan.21 | Feb.18 | Mar.4 | Mar.18 | Apl.07 | Apl.22 | May.20 | May 28 | Jun.17 | Jul.07 | Jul.15 | Aug.19 | Sep.08 | Sep.16
Board of Trustees -
Regular
Meeting 12/16/14 Community House 6:30
PM
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: William Vicciarelli, DPW/Water/WWTP
Supervisor, Diana Callen, Police Chief,
Christopher Weaver, Fire Chief
Public: none
Meeting was called to order by Mayor Barnes and
the salute to the flag was given. Public: none
Legals: Attorney Mastromoro In regards to the
Right of Way up North at the Water Works, Mr.
Johnson is going back to surveyor to show him
his right of way and ours. Mr. Johnson is
working on it and keeping in touch with me. In
regards to Reserve accounts for the Village,
According to Municipal law there are 10 possible
area's to use (see attached). You can split them
between repairs, equipment and vehicles. The
Attorney will work with the Mayor and Treasurer
on setting these reserves up. The Board approved
going forward. Trustee DiGiacomo would like to
know the amount for the Cemetery.
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a consent
agenda consisting of the Regular Meeting of
1118-14, Investment Report, Treasurers Report,
Police Report, Justice Report, DPW/Cemetery
Report, Water Report, WWTP Report and the Fire
Dept., Report, was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes.
A motion to adopt said agenda was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes.
Audit of Claims: A motion to accept the claims
as presented by the Treasurer in the amount of
$136,825.11 was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes. They
are broken down as follows:
General Fund $50,249.89
Cemetery Fund - $202.96
Marina Fund - $3,944.33
Water Fund - $35,878.11
Sewer Fund - $46,549.82
Department Heads;
Christopher Weaver, Fire Chief—The Chief said
they had submitted the grant again for 30
Turnout Gear, 30 Bottles, 30 Scott Air Packs. He
also said the Fair in 2015 will be from August
24th. to the 29th. The four sets of Turn Out
Gear that were ordered are in and the Hose 1 Y2"
and 2
W'
should be in this week. DEC should be sending
$1000 check for their share of the grant for the
hoses.
Chief Weaver said there is going to be Fire
essentials classes, firemen need 104 hours. We
have to teach our own CPR and First Aid. He also
mentioned that we have to send a check for the
cable to repair the Tower. Tires have been
purchased and put onto Engine 1.
Trustee Colorito commended the Chief and the
Dept. for the Averill St. Fire. The saved the
two homes next to the burning structure. In
regards to that building the Mayor said the
owner wants to offer the property to the Village
free. He asked the wishes of the Board and asked
the Attorney what he thought of the offer.
Trustee Castrucci said the insurance Co. is
looking for contractors to come in and demolish
it. The Attorney said to keep in touch with the
Insurance Co.. He is to tell the owner that the
Board is not interested in taking the property
over. Trustee DiGiacomo asked the chief about
the Fire Truck in Fonda and he said it was
already sold.
William Vicciarelli, DPW/Water/Sewer
Supervisor—He told the board that the Ferris
Mower died and the parts are obsolete. He had
the following quotes for a new one:
Randall Implement - $7450
Emerichs - $7399
Jack Miller - $7500
Motion to purchase from Randall and use money
from the DPW CD was made by Trustee DiGiacomo
and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes
Mr. Vicciarelli also had quotes for two tires
for the Big dump truck. They were as follows:
Hilltop Tire- $250 each
Tire Shop - $292 each
Mohawk Valley - $565 each
A motion to purchase tires at cheapest price
above unless he can find Moore or four seasons
cheaper was made by Trustee Castrucci and
seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes
Mr. Vicciarelli stated that Darren Battisti was
working on getting his license so he could
qualify for Working Foremen position.
Trustee Colorito told William that the WWTP
looks great. The Mayor said that the DPW
vehicles need to be inspected.
Diana Callen, Police Chief: She said she needs
board approval to send someone to the Academy in
the Spring. A motion to allow the Chief to send
someone to the Academy in the Spring was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
Trustee Castrucci, in referring to a situation
with an animal, asked the Chief what about out
of pocket expense. The Chief stated that the
officer in charge paid for the Vet bill, the
animal was put down due to the situation, it was
ill.
Wayne Horrender, Codes Officer—Absent, however,
Trustee Callahan asked what is going on with the
signs for the Codes Officer. Mayor said that
County sign departments equipment has been down.
Clerk will check with them in the morning.
Old Business: none
New Business:
1 Letter was received from Eileen Sammons
stating that the chairmanship for the Zoning
board of appeals has been passed on to Michael
Yezierski as of October 1, 2014.
2 Letter was received from Montgomery in regards
to the Snow and Grass contracts. Permission
needed for the Mayor to sign said contracts Also
attached was a resolution accepting the
contracts. A motion to pass the resolution
(attached) and allow the Mayor to sign the
contracts was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Callahal. Board was polled:
Mayor---aye, Trustee Callahan, aye Trustee
DiGiacomo—aye, Trustee Castrucci-aye and Trustee
Coloritoaye
3 A motion to go into executive session to
discuss personnel was made by Trustee
Upon return to the regular meeting a motion
was made to accept the contract as presented
by Chief Callen. Motion was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo.
All ayes.
In regards to the discussion concerning a
police officers retirement, the board
directed the Clerk to inform the officer,
the retirement classification was to remain
as is.
In other business, the Mayor said that Rob
from Solar Energy would like to attend the
January meeting and wants to present the
cost and the lease program.
The Mayor informed the Board of two (2)
grants received, one is the Home Foundation
for $5000 and one from the Fowler Foundation
for $2500. They are to be used to purchase
an electronic scoreboard for the park. He
also stated that he had I beams donated. The
Village's share of the scoreboard is
approximately $500 plus the upkeep.
The Mayor wished everyone a very Merry
Christmas.
Motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes.
Board of Trustees -
Regular Meeting
11-18-2014
6:30 PM, Community House
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, Margaret DiGiacomo, James Castrucci,
Gene Colorito
Also: Bernard Brandow, Harbor Master, William
Vicciarelli, DPW/Water/WWTP Supervisor, Wayne
Horender, Codes Officer, Diana Callen, Police
Chief
Public: Michael O'Dockerty, Alex Countryman
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Barnes
and the salute to the flag was given. Public: no
comments
Legals:
Attorney was excused due to his attending a
seminar on Fire Districts
Consent Agenda:
A motion to create a consent agenda consisting
of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of
10/14/14, Special Meeting of 10-28-14,
Investment Report, Treasurers Report, Police
Report, Justice Report, DPW/Cemetery Report,
Water Report, WWTP Report, Marina Report, Codes
Report, was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to adopt said agenda was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes
Audit of
Claims: A motion to accept the claims as
presented by the clerk, in the amount of
$135,233.10 was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. They were broken
down as follows:
General Fund: $108,257.53
Cemetery Fund $326.46
Marina Fund $14,747.65
Water Fund $4,453.19
Sewer Fund $8,448.27
Department heads:
Fire Department: Christopher Weaver, Chief—Mr.
Weaver was absent and Alex Countryman spoke on
his behalf. He said the cables on Tower One need
to be repaired and he had two quotes for the
work.
Robert Nichols $9600
Fire Equipment Repair $7000.00
Mr. Countryman said that Wilde Fire did not want
to put in a bid. The Mayor stated that he would
like to have something from Wilde Fire stating
not interested so it could be on file and
satisfy any audit requirements. A motion stating
when the third bid or denial comes in, the
department should have the
repairs done by the lowest bidder, was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
DPW/WATER/WWTP—William
Vicciarelli, Supervisor stated that the items
listed by the Insurance Co in regards to the
Water Dept., were completed. This satisfies the
$13,000 reimbursement from the storm in
Sept/Oct. Mr. Vicciarelli said that he has to
take a test on Thursday, Nov.20 th., to upgrade
his license. He was asked if there was anyone
else in the DPW that would be interested in
taking the Water test and he said yes. In
regards to Wastewater treatment plant he stated
that he had a plugged drain and it is now
alright, Gene Colorito helped. He also told the
board that the back room is freshly painted.
The replacement of the dump truck fenders, etc.
are being worked on.
Police Dept.--- Diana Callen, Chief told the
board there was first responders dinner tomorrow
night and one of her officers (Jeffrey L Smith)
was to be honored. She asked the board what they
wanted to do with the old printer/copiers that
she has in her office. Someone is interested in
purchasing the copier/printer/fax. A motion to
deem the three articles not usable for Village
use was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded
by Trustee Callahan. All ayes. A motion to sell
the copier/printer/ fax to a church for $50. All
ayes. Chief also stated that she would like to
purchase a server for her computers as there is
no room on the office one. Jeffrey Smith from
the Emergency Management office would give $1500
toward it. Clerk will call IT man and have him
get ahold of the Chief.
Marina/Campsite:Bernard
Brandow, Harbormaster said he had nothing. The
Mayor stated that the rules and regulations for
the Marina/Campsite had to be updated and asked
if the board had any suggestions, if so then
bring them in so they can be worked on in
January and be ready by May. In regards to
Storage vs. Deposit Storage is when the renter
leaves the camper for the winter and Deposit is
to save the same spot for next year but does not
leave camper for the winter. In regards to cost
of site, harbormaster thinks it should be kept
at the same rate so as to entice people to come
back next year. Two items to start in May are
Dogs and living on boats. Also no driving four
wheeler along the dock. It is a must to have
forms filled out for anyone staying more than a
day. A motion to make deposits non-refundable
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Colorito. Four ayes and one opposed.
(Trustee Callahan.)
Codes--------Wayne Horender, Codes Officer said
that the house on Averill St. which just had a
fire, was still being cleaned up. The New St.
house which also had a fire is still under
investigation.
Old Business:
A Uniforms: Aramark keeps increasing their
prices and charges even when they do not have to
clean a uniform. The Mayor spoke with the
employees at DPW/WWTP about buying uniforms and
not using the laundry service. They were fine
with it. Approximately seven (7) people are
involved. The Mayor is going to speak with the
person we would buy the uniforms from here in
the Village.
B Insurance—it had been discussed previously
about giving a bonus to those people insured
outside of the Village. This will be discussed
in executive session.
C Comp time: A motion to rescind the motion of
October 6th and October 28th was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All
ayes. A new motion to allow Comp time for
anything over 40 hours to be paid at time and a
half, cannot exceed 80 hours ( exp. 53.35hr
worked, 26..7 0/1)
those on 35 hr. standard work
week, would work 5 hrs. over at straight time
and time and a half after that, was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes.
NEW
Business:
A. Letter-Clerk read letter
from Parks and Recreation concerning National
Register Of Historic Places, The NYS Barge Canal
Historic District has been put on the list.
B. Reserve Accounts: The
Mayor explained that the State Comptrollers
Office, at our Audit review ,suggested that we
set up Reserve Accounts to lower the Fund
Balance, and prepare for the future. Reserve
Accounts can only be used for the purpose stated
in the Reserve.( Example: Fire apparatus, would
be for fire trucks only.) A motion to allow the
Mayor and Clerk to discuss reserves with the
State Comptroller was made by Trustee DiGiacomo
and Trustee Callahan. All ayes
C. Sales
Tax- there was an approximate 6.5% increase over
this period last year.
Other: The Clerk said she
received a phone call from a Pastor Gail of
Palatine Bridge and she had some surplus
supplies for emergency clean up and would like
to offer them to us. They were Clorox, pails,
and masks. Supervisor Vicciarelli said he would
go to pick them up tomorrow and store them at
WWTP.
Trustee Castrucci asked if we
had heard anything about a foreclosure of
Cellect Building. The clerk stated that a NOTICE
OF SALE was posted in the Lobby for Pangaea. He
also asked about the signs that were to go at
both ends of the Village concerning Codes. It
will be looked into.
A motion to enter into
executive session to discuss personnel and
Insurance was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes. They
left at 8:00PM and returned at 8:20PM.
Upon returning a motion was
made to pay $1200 per year to non-insured
employees, payable at the end of the fiscal year
and new hires pro-rated, was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes. The employees must show proof of other
insurance to be eligible.
The Police Chief presented a
contract for the Board concerning her wages,
etc. This is to be sent to the Village Attorney
for review. To discuss this again in December.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes (8:30 PM).
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Barnes, Trustees Margaret
DiGiacomo, Martin Callahan and Gene Colorito
Public: None
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
There was some discussion
concerning the employee's Rules and Regulations.
Trustee DiGiacomo told the Board of a
conversation she had with a DPW employee
concerning the change in time of the morning
break. He asked if Mr. Vicciarelli had the right
to make that change. He was told to ask the
office. The Mayor explained that the change was
made because the employees said they didn't know
what to do and did not start work on time. The
discussion then went on to comp time. The Mayor
explained that comp time would be paid at the
rate of 1 1/2
times the hours worked over the employees
regularly scheduled hours per day. This would
become effective November 1, 2014. A motion was
made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Colorito to pay comp time at a rate of 1
1/2
times the hourly rate to full time hourly and
salaried employees who have worked over their
regularly scheduled hours per day. Employees are
to have the option of receiving comp time, that
must be used by May 31, 2015, or being paid for
the time. All ayes. Motion carried.
Benefit sheets for all the full time employees
were given to the Trustees to look over. This
shows all the benefits that each employee
receives in addition to their wages. The Mayor
explained that these will be given to each full
time employee with the next payroll, and then
June
V
of each year.
The Mayor read a letter from Robert Bertholde
asking for permission to put in a driveway at
his property at 30 Center Street. A motion was
made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Colorito to grant permission. All ayes.
Motion carried.
Wages were discussed for the following
employees: Darin Battisti, Frank Erno and
William Vicciarelli.
Darin Battisti
$16.00 per hour
- $33,408.00 yearly
Frank Erno
$17.00 per hour
- $35,496.00 yearly
William Vicciarelli
$22.91 per hour
- $47,840.00 yearly
A motion was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo to pay the
increases as follows: Half-November, 2014 and
the other half in February 2015 with an
evaluation of the performances by the employees
at the January 2015 Board meeting with Darin
Battisti becoming the working foreman.
All ayes. Motion carried.
Trustee DiGiacomo passed out information sheets
about Anita Smith. They detailed her many
accomplishments. She suggested that the Mayor do
a proclamation for her on November 24, which is
her 90th birthday. All present agreed and shall
be done.
A motion was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito to adjourn the meeting. All ayes. Motion carried.
Board Of Trustees
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: Bernard Brandow, Harbor Master, William
Vicciarelli, DPW/Water/WWTP, Frank Erno and
Diana Callen, Police Chief
Public: Michael O'Dockerty
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Barnes
and the salute to the flag was given. Public:
Mr. O'Dockerty asked when the DPW was going to
start picking up leaves. Answer: they have
already started and will do so every day until
snowfall.
Legals: none
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a consent
agenda consisting of minutes of the Regular
Meeting of 9-16-14, Special Meeting of 10-6-14,
Investment Report, Police Report, Justice
Report, DPW/Water Report and Marina Report, was
made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by
Trustee Colorito. All ayes. A motion to adopt
said agenda was made by Trustee Callalhan and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes.
Audit of
claims: A motion to accept the audit of claims
as presented by the Clerk/Treasurer in the
amount of $81,622.79 was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All
ayes. Claims were broken down as follows:
General Fund: $49,979.45
Cemetery Fund $815.37
Marina Fund $7,985.64
Water Fund $3,330.15
Sewer Fund $19,512.18
Department Heads:
Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver— absent. Mayor
said the Ladder Truck was inspected and seven
(7) ladders need to be replaced. Mr. Weaver is
to get three quotes for replacing them. Trustee
DiGiacomo commended the Fire Dept. on their open
house. It was very nice.
William Vicciarelli: DPW/Water/WWTP: He said he
is making the transition from the Water Dept. to
WWTP. Trustee Colorito is helping with this
transition. Trustee Castrucci asked about the
water meters, how many heads replaced so far?
Mr. Vicciarelli said approximately 45, Trustee
Colorito asked if this was typical of new
meters. Mayor stated he was told this is an
average amount. Trustee DiGiacomo asked Mr.
Vicciarelli if he was the only one who knew how
to read the meters and he said no, Darrin
Battisti also knows how to do it. They were told
that the office staff sends letters out to those
who have leaking meters, and this is working
very well. The DPW truck (2000 F550) is going in
to be repaired.
Police Chief: Diana Callan: The impala is in the
garage for a re-call and it needs the breaks
repaired. It also needs new tires, she had three
quotes (attached). A motion to get the tires at
$104.10 each was made by Trustee Castrucci and
seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes. A motion
to repair the breaks and rosters was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes. Chief Callahan stated that
the department worked with the Canajoharie, Fort
Plain Dept. as well as the Sheriffs Dept. on a
drug bust and there were five (5) people from
the Village arrested. She suggested that they
continue to work with them for certain things.
The Chief said she was given some shelves to use
in the new records room and tomorrow Mr.
Vicciarelli will have someone pick up the
shelves and put them in the cellar of the
Community House. She said she would need some
plastic totes to store the records in due to the
moisture in the Cellar.. The clerk suggested
putting a de-humidifier or two in the room. That
is what is in her records room.. The Chief
stated that she is trying to bring the uniforms
up to date and will start with hats. Ball caps
are not professional if you have a funeral or
some professional event.. Her goal to do this is
for 2015. Trustee DiGiacomo asked if the police
were doing heroine training. Answer—it has been
offered. The Chief said nothing has been done
with the first aid training either.
Codes Officer—absent no report
Bernard Brandow, Harbormaster: The Mayor told
Mr. Brandow that the board was going to go over
the Marina rules sometime in November or
December. Will call him if needed. Mr. Brandow
had some concerns, feels boaters by wall all
summer should be charged more than they are now,
would like no parking by the pavilion, only two
(2) dogs per campsite, campers
Old Business: none
New Business:
1. Employees uniforms. There was discussion on
dropping the uniform cleaning company and
offering the employees a dollar amount to
purchase uniforms, They would bring in their
receipts and get reimbursed up to a certain
amount. A
motion
to do this if it proves to be less expensive to
the Village was made by Trustee Castrucci and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo.
2. Letter from
Parks/Recreation—this states that the NYS
Barge Canal
Historic District has been recommended to NYS
Historic Preservation Officer to be placed for
nomination to the National
Register of Historic Places. (see attached)
3. Marina
Grant: The Mayor stated that he and Chris
Arduini have considered backing off from
accepting the grant. It had to be re-written and
we cannot come up with enough cost to cover the
grant. It would be cheaper to just do it
ourselves. A motion to hold off from accepting
the grant was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes.
4. Executive Session: a motion to enter
Executive Session to discuss personnel was made
by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. Board left at 7:15PM and returned at
8:45PM. Nothing was brought back to the floor at
this time.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Callahan. So done.
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Barnes, Trustees Margaret
DiGiacomo, Martin Callahan, Gene Colorito, James
Castrucci
Public: none
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
The Mayor informed the board that the
Preservation League would be presenting a check
to the Village on October 11th, at 11AM in the
Community House, in regards to the Historic
Grant. Anyone on the board who is available is
invited to attend. He also stated that they
suggested Jesse Savage as the consultant for the
project. A motion to have a contract with Jesse
Savage was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded
by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes
A motion to change the regular October monthly
meeting to October 14th was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Callahan. All
ayes.
Mayor asked to replace two (2) FENDERS AND
BUMPERS ON THE 2000 DPW truck. He presented the
following quotes:
Midway Body Shop $2375.78
Masi Auto Body $2464.68
Atkins Auto Body $2835.00
Motion to do the work and go to Midway was made
by Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes. Pay from Equip repair.
Rules and Regulations—The Mayor spoke with Matt
and he would be willing to re-write the
policies. They should be given to Board members,
Police Chief, William Viciarelli before
finalized.
Exempt vs. non-exempt--Police/dire can choose
overtime pay or comp time. In case of Village,
the police chief finds very little difference in
paying her time and on half vs. paying someone
to replace her if she takes time off. She likes
time off. Mr. Viciarelli wants pay up to two
wks. instead on one week. The Mayor suggest
changing paying 40 hours to 80 hours. Trustee
Castrucci asked why not do a waiver stating they
do or do not want comp time, just o/t pay.
A motion to leave Comp time for salaried
employees only and leave at pay allowed for 40
hrs., was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded
by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
Cell Phone —Police Chief is to get $200 every
six months for use of her cell phone.
Holidays: police get time and a half for
Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Years
Jury Duty: if employee gets called for jury duty
and is excused, they are to return to work. The
Village pays hourly wage for sitting on jury and
when the employee gets paid from Court they must
return the check to the Village.
Vacations—Starting 6-1-15, 1-2 years - l wk. 3-5
years - 2wks. 6-14 years - 3 wks. 15 years and
more - 4 wks.
By June1st.
each year all tentative request for vacations
should be in the hands of the dept. supervisor
for upcoming year. Vacations may be taken by
4hr. inclement, no less, or by the week.
Sick Time-Taken in at least 4 hr. block.
The Clerk will check on using accrued sick time
toward retirement. A motion to allow this if ok
with retirement system was made by Trustee
Callahan and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo.
Trustee Colorito: stated that he feels raises
across the board are unfair. If employee
increases his education to benefit the Village
then Village should pay and if passed all
courses, they should be compensated.
Raises: add to what already in policy: except for extenuating circumstances, which would need the approval of the full board.
Health Ins. Present suggestion at Regular
Meeting to compensate employees who do not take
Insurance. Do it by a percentage.
The board on a
motion by Trustee DiGiacomo and second by
Trustee Callahan, entered into executive session
to discuss personnel. They left at 8:pm and
returned at 8:25 PM.
Upon returning nothing was brought back to the
floor.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo.
Board of Trustees
-
Regular
Meeting 9-16-14 6:30 PM Community House
Present:
Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin Callahan,
Gene Colorito, Margaret DiGiacomo
Excused-Trustee James Castrucci
Also-WWTP
Supervisor, Frederick Campione, Police Chief,
Diana Callan, Codes Officer, Wayne Horrender,
Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver
Public: James Carter‑
The meeting
was called to order by Mayor Barnes and the
Salute to the flag was given. Public: no comment
Legals:
Attorney Mastromoro said he is still
waiting to hear from Mr. Johnson concerning the
property up North.
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a
consent agenda consisting of the Regular meeting
of 819-14, Special Meeting of 9-8-14,
Investment Report, Treasurers Report, Police
Report, Wastewater Treatment Report, Justice
Report, DPW /Water Report, Marina Report, Fire
Dept. Report, Codes Officers Report, was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes. A motion to Adopt said
agenda was made by Trustee Colorito and seconded
by Trustee Callahan. All ayes
Audit of claims:
A motion to accept the abstract of
claims was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Colorito, All ayes.
Department Heads:
Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver: did a
hose test and there were several failures, he
said he would give the board a list of what
failed. The Mayor asked the Chief to include the
cost of replacement next to the lost items.
Chief will do this. The Chief also said that
Alco has started the pump testing. In regards to
turn out gear, the chief said he needs to
replace four (4) sets from 2013 and next year
four (4) more. He stated that he had a grant out
there which included four (4) suits and 14 air
packs. A motion to purchase four (4) sets of
turn out gear was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Colorito. The Chief said the
department is looking
The Mayor asked if
we would be able to sell Engine 1. Jamie Carter
said there were only 7 of these trucks made and
believes this is the only one left. It is
possible that it could be sold. The Mayor asked
Jamie and Chief Weaver to help sell it when the
time comes. Jamie said that Engine 1 is costing
a lot of money to repair. The board is in favor
of purchasing the truck at Fonda, The Fire Dept.
will pay for it in full.
Chief Weaver said
the Fire Dept. is holding an open house on
October 10th at 6:00PM. The Mayor thanked Mr.
Carter and the Fire Dept., for working on the
Park Lights. He also said it has been one year
since the bad times with the Fire Dept. and now
things are doing just fine. Thank you.
The Mayor stated
that at the benefit in October, the Fire Dept.
has a smoke house and is expected to help with
the traffic.
DPW/ Water
Supervisor, William Viciarelli —absent
WWTP Supervisor,
Frederick Campione: he has been hauling sludge
but plans to haul more. He said he will replace
the bearings on Grinder Pump. The Mayor asked is
Mr. Viciarelli and Mr. Erno were up on all the
ordering and other matters so they can continue
when your retire. Mr. Campione said he spoke to
Mr. Viciarelli and he said he had it under
control. The Mayor thanked Mr. Campione for his
many years of service with the Village and
wished him good luck on his retirement.
Police Chief: Diana
Campione-Nothing
Codes Officer: Wayne
Horrender: The Mayor asked Mr. Horrender about
the house on New St. The answer was, if the
owner walks away from it, it will become the
Village's problem. That is the same with the
house on Monroe St.
Marina-Bernard
Brandow: Absent The Mayor said that Mr. Brandow
wants to change some rules and regulations at
the Campsite. Police Chief stated there should
be some clause about criminal mischief, then the
person can be removed. There also is nothing
concerning docking space, there should be no
sub-leasing allowed. The Chief is sending
information to the Attorney tomorrow. Any new
rules would be mailed to seasonal people and
given to others when they register.
Old Business:
1 Solar energy —
nothing
2 Court Audit-The
Mayor explained that the board should be
auditing the justice books every three months, A
committee was appointed consisting of Trustee
DiGiacomo and Trustee Callahan. They will start
in October. There will also be an audit by West
and Co.
3 Clerk Request -
the Village Clerk/Treasurer requested that the
hours for the office remain the same as summer
hours, closing at noon on Friday and working 8-4
the rest of the week. A motion to allow the
request was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee Colorito. 3 ayes Trustee
DiGiacomo opposed. Carried
4 Proclamation: the
board approved a proclamation declaring October
as anti-bullying month.
Other: The board
approved an ad in the paper 1/4 pg. to thank the
Fire Dept. during Fire prevention Week.
Health Insurance was
discussed, broker suggested we do the mapped
renewal plan or option 2. Motion to go with the
mapped renewal plan was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All
ayes.
The Mayor stated
that the auditor from the State Comptrollers
office was here and met with him. He gave
suggestions of which some are already put into
action. Fund balance should be reduced by
setting up reserves for the future and to do a
capital plan for the Village.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Callahan. So Done.
Board of
Trustees -
Special Meeting 9-8-14 6 pm Community
House
Present:
Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: WWTP
Supervisor—Frederick Campione, Police Chief,
Diana Callen, DPW/Water Supervisor, William
Vicciarelli.
The meeting
was called to order by Mayor Barnes and the
Salute to flag was given.
The purpose
of the special meeting was to discuss the
current employee policies, rules and
regulations. Mr. Vicciarelli questioned the
wording of salary employees, is he exempt or
non-exempt. He would like vacations to be
taken in as little as four hour blocks and
only one week notice to use vacation unless
it is a four hour block. Also, only one day
notice on using personal and floating
holidays. He would like compensated time
prorated. For instance one hr. of overtime
would equal one and a half hr. of comp.
time, etc.
Chief
Callen –she also would like to clarify
salary employee, exempt or nonexempt. She
prefers the extra time not so much the money
as she has a family that she would like to
attend functions with, ex: sports, musicals
at school, etc. She would like to see the
vacation times changed, 10 years for two
weeks is too long. Also there are no special
incentives for being a department head. She
would like to see compensation for all those
who have to use their cell phone not just
certain people.
WWTP
Supervisor-Frederick Campione – he feels an
employees vacation and sick time should be
prorated for the year they are working in,
upon their leaving employment. He also felt
bereavement should be 5 days for immediate
family.
Trustee
Colorito asked about Jury duty as there is
nothing logged in concerning this matter. The
clerk said it has always been that the Village
pays and when the county pays the employee they
are supposed to give the check to the Village.
Also if you are not called, you are to return to
work or count time as personal.
It was
mentioned that those who do not have insurance
through the Village be compensated. The Mayor
discussed workers comp but no action was taken.
He also would like another meeting with the
Board and the Supervisors to discuss the
policies further.
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor
Bernard Barnes, Trustees Gene Colorito, James
Castrucci and Martin Callahan. Excused: Trustee
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: WWTP
Supervisor, Frederick Campione, Police Chief:
Diana Callen, Codes Officer, Wayne Horrender and
DPW/ Water Supervisor, William Vicciarelli
Public: Mr. &
Mrs. Henry Mangold
The meeting was
called to order by Mayor Barnes and the Salute
to Flag was given.
Public: Mr. &
Mrs. Mangold would like to do a block party,
near the Masonic Temple on Bridge Street. They
would leave Mohawk Street open to the public.
This would be held on October 11, 2014 between
the hours of 12 Noon to 7:00 PM. It is to
benefit the child in Fort Plain that was badly
burned in a house fire. The Mayor was concerned
with alcohol consumption. They assured him there
would be no alcohol served on the street. The
Police Chief said barricade the front of the
Masonic Temple so no traffic would be flowing
out into the Street. A motion to allow the event
was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by
Trustee Castrucci. All ayes.
Solar
Liberty—Rob Gauchat and Mike spoke to the board
and handed out information concerning their
company and the possibility of installing solar
panels to generate power for WWTP, DPW Garage
and Marina. They stated there was a warranty on
the inverter which is the costly part of
project. It is standard 10 years and can be
extended to 25 years. Trustee Colorito asked to
did the fence around the panels? Answer, it
depends on the contract if the Village or Solar
Liberty does it. No action was taken in regards
to Solar as more information is forth coming.
Legals: The
matter of a Right of Way up North was brought up
and Mr. Vicciarelli stated he was still working
on this matter.
Consent Agenda:
A motion to create a consent consisting of
minutes of the Regular Meeting of 7-15-14,
Investment Report, Police Report, Wastewater
Treatment Report, Justice Report, DPW/Water
Report, Marina Report, Fire Report, Treasurer
Report and Codes Report, was made by Trustee
Colorito and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes. A motion to adopt said agenda was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Colorito;. All ayes.
Claims: A
motion to accept the Claims presented by the
Clerk in the amount of $112,651.70 was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes. The claims were broken down
as follows:
General Fund
$61,762.96
Cemetery Fund
$826.11
Marina Fund
$32,384.50
Water Fund $3,983.26
Sewer Fund $13,694,87 Department Heads:
Fire Chief.
Christopher Weaver- Absent
DPW/Water-William Vicciarelli—The paving on
North Division was finished as of today. There
are still potholes that have to be done. Mr.
Vicciarelli asked if there should be one or two
spaces for handicap in the Main St. Parking lot.
Trustee Castrucci asked if it cost more to do
two and the answer was yes due to the
handicap logo. The Mayor thanked Mr. Vicciarelli
for the use of the DPW garage for the meeting.
WWTP
Supervisor-Frederick Campione—He stated he had
finished painting the clarifier and they would
be hauling sludge on Monday. He would like to do
an emergency purchase. The dissolved oxygen
meter is broke, cost is approx.. $785 and he needs
a sludge judge for a cost of $85. The board
approved both purchases.
Police Chief:
Chief Callen requested an executive session at
end of meeting to discuss a personnel issue.
Codes
Officer-Wayne Horrender—He said that course he
has to take is now $300 for three days. He
suggests the budget be increased to account for
the additional increase.
Marina-Bernard
Brandow: Absent
Old
Business----none
New
Business—
1. Justice
Court Grant:; A resolution was presented for the
Justice Court to submit a grant for a generator
for the Court Building, Also Windows, cameras
and miscellaneous office supplies. A motion to
approve said resolution was made by Trustee
Colorito and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes.
4. Clean up day—The Village wide clean up day will be on Thursday, September 25, 2014.
5. Executive
Session—A motion to enter into executive session was
made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes-Board left at 7:40PM to discuss
personnel. A motion to adjourn executive session was
made by Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. Board returned to meeting at 8:45PM. Upon
returning a motion to approve Michael Swartz as a
part-time police officer was made by Trustee
Colorito and seconded by Trustee Castrucci, All
ayes. Also the following motion was made" Motion by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Colorito
that, until further directive from this Board of
Trustees, the Chief of Police shall bypass the name
of Paul Rose on the departmental rotation work list
for any and all assignments to police administrative
and line duties. The Village Clerk shall notify Paul
Rose in writing of this determination and the Chief
of Police shall not discuss the determination in any
manner with Paul Rose or any other individual."
THREE AYES AND ONE OBSTAINED.
The following
motion was made in regards to removal of shed by DPW
garage.
Motion by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Colorito that the
damaged storage shed located behind the Village
Garage is declared to be not reparable and of no
determinable salvage value and the Superintendent of
Public Works shall cause the removal and disposal of
such shed at no cost to the Village. All ayes.
The Mayor requests a special meeting of the board on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at 6PM in the Community House.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee Colorito. So done.
Board of
Trustees
Regular Meeting of 07-15-14 6:30 PM
WWTP
Present: Mayor
Bernard Barnes, Trustees Gene Colorito, Margaret
DiGiacomo, James Castrucci and Martin Callahan
Also: Frederick
Campione, WWTP Supervisor, William Vicciarelli,
DPW Supervisor, Christopher Weaver, fire Chief
and Wayne Horrender, Codes Officer.
Public: See
Attached Sheet
The Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Barnes and the salute
to the flag was given.
Public: Cathy
Rice stated there was an article in the paper
concerning the Senior Meals and asked if
anything was being done about it. The Mayor said
he had spoken with the County Executive. Mrs.
Rice said she had spoken with the Office of the
Aging, who handle the meal site and they said
they needed volunteers to help at the meal site.
She said she gave them her name as did Rose
Jubar. She said they told her they only need
volunteers at the Community House. Mention was
made that they needed plastic utensils, knives,
etc. and drivers. The Mayor will call the Office
of the Aging.
Officer Jeffrey
L. Smith spoke next. Officer Smith said he had a
proposal for the Board in regards to the
Children of the community. He said our police
department is quite experienced and they wear
many hats. They are second to none when interest
of kids are involved. He said there is a game
called manhunt the kids are playing. It is much
like hide and seek. Neighbors get nervous when
they hide on their property so he suggested
using the ball field in the summer, under parent
supervision, the Village could work with parents
to set up a schedule, time limits, rules.
Possibly 2-3 nights a week. He would like it
implemented ASAP. Amber Johnson and Nancy
LaCoppola volunteered to supervise. The hours
could possibly be from 7PM-10PM. The kids would
sign in and there would be manhunt and other
games available. Trustee Callahan asked Nancy
and Amber if they would be on the committee to
work out details. Answer was yes from both. A
motion to form a committee to do Rules,
Co-ordinate with Police Dept., list games, Time
and days of weeks, was made by Trustee Castrucci
and seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes.
Legals:
Attorney Mastromoro presented a resolution,
Traffic Regulation No.2014. This is in regards
to handicapped parking. (see attached) A motion
to accept said resolution was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes.
The Attorney
then discussed the Johnson property Right of
Way, by our Water Works property up North. He
said the map shows no right of way for the
Village over the Crowley-Johnson land. DPW
supervisor/Water Supervisor William Vicciarelli
said when Mr. Johnson comes back home he will
speak to him as well as Mr. Crowley. The
Attorney said he would like the Right of Way
added to the survey.
Consent Agenda:
A motion to create a consent agenda consisting
of the regular meeting of 617-14, Special
meeting of 7-7-14, Investment Report, Police
Report, Wastewater Treatment Plant Report,
Justice Report, DPW/Water Report, Marina Report,
Codes Report and Fire Dept. report was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes. A motion to adopt said
agenda was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded
by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
Claims: A
motion to accept the claims for the month of
July in the amount of $84,356.58 was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes. The claims were
broken down as follows:
General Fund
------ $51,509.54
Cemetery Fund
---- $439.23
Marina
Fund-------- $22,321.84
Water Fund---------- $2,181.9
Sewer Fund--------- $7,904.02
Department
Heads:
Fire Chief:
Christopher Weaver — The Air Compressor needs to
be checked at a cost of $478.00 and the Tower is
waiting to go to Utica for inspection. Engine #1
is all serviced and pump test will he done in a
couple of weeks. Because of all the storms we
have had lately, the dept. would like to
reactivate the weather alarm. We would like to
do it a couple of times in August, the 1st, 28th
at 6:15PM.
Mrs. Rice
mentioned that the Alarm at the Community House
scares people when it goes off. She suggested
that something, he put in the newspaper and on
the web site in regards to the alarm.
Trustee
Castrucci asked Mr. Weaver if after they pull
the emergency alarm at the fire station, could
they do a public address announcement.
Answer-yes we can do that.
DPW/water
Supervisor, William Vicciarelli - lines and handicap
markings are to be done this week. The Kubota
tractor needs repair, high end cost is around
$1,841. A motion to repair the Kubota was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Callahan.
All ayes. When the grinding is to be done is not
definite yet. Trustee Castrucci mentioned once again
that there is someone with a key to DPW that comes
in when no one is there. Mr. Vicciarelli is to get
the key back so as to prevent this happening.
WWTP, Supervisor;
Frederick Campione—The Mayor thanked Mr. Campion for
letting the board use the WWTP for their meeting.
Mr. Campione said that a tree fell on the fence. He
also stated that EIA was there today, will fax
estimate. The grinding clarifiers ready to paint.
The Campers asked if they could use WWTP basement if
bad storm comes. Walt Brown has a key as he gets
lawn mower out to do the Marina.
Police Chief was
excused.
Codes Officer -
Wayne Horrender - I have had action on the
violations I am getting more and more complaints
from landlords. I explained that it is for their
protection. Mr. Horrender thinks the Village should
have specific fines for first, second, etc.
violation. First - $125., Second - $250., Third
$500. plus hourly rate. The attorney said we need to
amend local law (property maintenance) and have a
public hearing, give 1st. violation 48 hours, second
violation within a year. The attorney and Wayne will
work on a proposal and submit to the Board. Mr.
Horrender request that a complaint form be filled
out, mark it property maintenance. or lawn.
Mark Rice
had a complaint and asked what it would be under.
Wayne explained and Cathy Rice will fill out the
complaint on the property next to her.
Old Business: Police Chief
left word that the Dog station purchase is a no and
the Handicap Spots are under DFW.
New Business:
Historian sent a report and
was for informational purpose only. (see attached)
A motion to go into
executive session to discuss a personal matter was
made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. Board left at 8PM and returned a 8:15 PM.
Nothing was bought back to the table.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes.
Board of Trustees
- Special Meeting
7-7-14 6PM at Community House
Present: Mayor
Bernard Barnes, Trustees Gene Colorito, James
Castrucci and Margaret DiGiacomo. Excused: Trustee
Martin Callahan
Also: DPW
Supervisor—William Vicciarelli
The meeting was
called to order at 6PM by Mayor Barnes, at which
time the Mayor discussed a letter he received from
Robert Smith, Planning Chair. There was some
discussion by the board and it is on hold.
The first order of
business was for Mr. Vicciarelli to present list of
street names for grinding and paving. They are as
follows: Hilltop Drive, Handy Avenue, North Division
St from the point to the Thumb Road Bridge and Lion
Ave by the ball field. Attached are quotes to do the
work.
A motion to have
the grinding done by Ft. Plain/Canajoharie, Paving
with Cobleskill and Hart for the Ball field was made
by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo;. All ayes.
The Mayor wants the
pot holes in the Village done with hot patch. Mr.
Vicciarelli will speak with Hart and see if he will
do it. A motion to approve Hart for the hot patching
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Colorito. All ayes
Trustee Castrucci
stated that he doesn't feel Mr. Zucarro should be in
Village garage working when no other employee is
there. Mr. Vicciarelli will speak to him about this.
Mr. Vicciarelli stated that he would like to ask
Miller Tree Service to come clean up the trees in
the Cemetery. The Board agreed. Mr. Vicciarelli will
get
A revised computer
policy (attached) was presented and a motion to adopt
said policy was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded
by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes
The clerk informed the
Board that due to Resolution passed at last month
meeting, she is able to pay the Housing and Renaissance
for grants that they wrote, from the UDAG money.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. So done.
APPOINTMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15
Deputy Clerk-Treasurer (1 year term)
- Mary Rackmyer
Budget Officer (1 year
term)
- Karen Crouse
Historian (1 year term)
- Anita Smith
Deputy Historian (1 year) -
Matt Rapacz
Codes/zoning officer (one year term)
Fair Housing Officer (one year term)
Director of Emergency Preparedness (one year term)
Acting Village Justice (one year term)
Fire Chief (one year term)
1st
Asst. Fire Chief (one year term)
2"dAsst. Fire Chief (one year term)
Village Attorney (one year term)
- Norman Mastromoro
Deputy Mayor (one year term)
- Martin Callahan
Library Board (two people-4 year terms) -
David Salvagni
Housing Authority Board (one 5 year term) -
Not until June
Deputy Mayor (one year term) - Martin Callahan
Grievance Board #1 - (DPW-Water-WWTP) - Karen Crouse
Grievance Board #2 - (all other departments) - Diana
Callen
Harassment Committee (1 year term) - Chief Callen
A motion to accept the above
appointments for Deputy Clerk/Treasurer, Budget Officer,
Historian, Deputy Historian and codes/zoning Officer was
made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes
A motion to accept the
appointed listed above for Fair Housing Officer,
Director of Emergency Preparedness, Acting Village
Justice, Fire Chief, 1st Asst. Fire Chief and
2nd Asst. Fire Chief, was Made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo.
A motion to accept the
appointment listed above for Village Attorney, Deputy
Mayor, Library Board Was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to accept the
appointments listed above for Grievance Board #1,
Grievance Board #2 and Harassment Committee was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All
ayes.
The appointment for Housing Authority Board will be done
in June.
Board of Trustees
Present: Deputy Mayor Martin Callahan,
Trustees James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and Margaret
DiGiacomo. Excused-Mayor Bernard Barnes
Also:, DPW/Water Supervisor, William
Vicciarelli, Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver and
Codes Officer, Wayne Horrender. Frederick Campione,
WWTP was excused
Public—none
Legals: Attorney was excused, however, he
left a message that he had looked at the survey map
for right of way and he wants to review this with
Mr. Vicciarelli and Mr. Johnson. This is in
reference to the land up North on our Water Works
property.
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a consent
agenda consisting of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of 5-20-14, Minutes of Year End Meeting of
5-28-14, Investment Report, Treasurer's Report,
Police Report, Wastewater Treatment Report, Justice
Report, DPW/ Water Report, Marina Report and Fire
Dept. Report, was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes. A motion to
adopt said agenda was made by Trustee Colorito and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes.
Claims: The Clerk presented claims in the
amount of $54,164.14. A motion to accept said claims
was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by
Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes. The claims are broken
down as follows:
General Fund - $42,325.52
Cemetery Fund - $389.35
Marina Fund - $9,833.46
Water Fund
- $920.61
Sewer Fund - $595.77
CD Fund - $100.00
Department Heads:
Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver—there were 10
fire calls this month which were in the Village of
St. Johnsville (4), Town of St. Johnsville (4), Town
of Danube (1) and Little Falls (1). Engine 1 has a
leaky canister and the Tower has leaking power
steering fluid. These are being worked on. The Fair
is scheduled for August 18-23 and any help is
appreciated.
DPW/Water Supervisor-William Viciarelli -
he stated that the water leak at the fire house is
repaired. The shed by DPW garage has rotted away and
it is being cleaned out and torn down so it can be
rebuilt at a later date. Three water meter heads
were replaced. (see report attached). Trustee
Colorito asked if he had replaced the copper line to
the auger and the answer was yes. This should be
drained once a year.
WWTP Supervisor-excused.
Codes Officer, Wayne Horender; He said he
spent one hour at Lion Place. Deputy Mayor Callahan
stated that we need signs at the end of the Village,
top of N. Division St., Top of Averill St. and
Bridge St. stating that Village Local Zoning and NYS
Codes are strictly enforced. A motion to have the
signs placed at the above locations stating that
Village of St. Johnsville Local Zoning and NYS Codes
will be strictly enforced, was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes. Conversation turned to the Leash Law which
they would also like to place signs at park stating
dogs should be on leash or under owners command.
This will be enforced. The signs should be placed by
the grandstand, in the Memorial Park and in the
playground area. The idea of Dog Bag stations was
discussed and tabled until next month's meeting. In
regards to mowing lawns, it was the consensus of the
board to start fining those who do not maintain
their
Put article in the paper concerning this matter.
If not mowed within 48 hrs. of notice, the Village will
mow it and homeowner will be issued a ticket to appear
in Court. The Village will bill the person and notify
the Court of the charge. The board asked the Mayor to
call the County to get help for DPW with the mowing and
painting. Chief Callen said she would designate an
officer to work with Codes Officer. This will be
discussed again next month. There was question
concerning the absentee Landlord list and Trustee
Colorito asked if a rental property has the water off
and wants it turned on, can we refuse to do so until the
liens are paid? Question for Attorney and he was absent.
Codes Officer said that he and Trustee Castrucci were
going for training on June 20, 2014. It is $30 for him
and Mr. Castrucci will have Town pay his as he is codes
officer for the Town.
Police Chief, Diana Callen: The Chief required
about putting a handicap spot in the Municipal Parking
Lot near the beauty shop. She would also like to get all
the handicap spots re-painted. Mr. Vicciarelli will get
a price for the re-painting of the handicap spots. A
motion to add handicap in the municipal parking lot on
Main St. was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by
Trustee Colorito. All ayes. A motion for Mr. Vicciarelli
to get prices for repainting the handicap spots, notify
the board and do prior to next meeting was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes The Chief told the Board that the American Legion
had donated $200 for Helmets (approx. 40). The Chief
will distribute these to children who need them.
Old Business:
In the matter of Natural Gas in the Village,
Trustee Callahan is still working on this matter
New Business:
A discussion was had concerning the Time Warner
Franchise agreement and a motion to hire Cohen Law Firm
to handle this was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes.
The July regular meeting will be held at the Wastewater
Plant and someone will be in attendance to discuss Solar
Power. The August meeting will be held at the DPW
garage.
The board was informed that
the grant for Soldiers/Sailors Park was submitted on
June 15/14. We should hear something in the Fall.
The Safe Route to School
(sidewalks) is out for bid, they will award the bid
7/21/14 and then work will begin. A motion to adjourn
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes
Board of Trustees -
Year End
Meeting 5-28-14 6:00 PM Community House
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees
Martin Callahan, James Castrucci and Margaret
DiGiacomo
Public: Robert Smith, Planning Chair
The meeting was called to order by
Mayor Barnes and salute to flag was given.
Robert Smith, planning chair, discussed the Canal Grant. #1-the Village is the sponsor of the grant, both project land project 2. Project #1 is for the restrooms, showers, etc at the Marina and Project #2 is for the same thing at the Arduini site (former Industrial Park). We have received State Contracts but have not yet signed them. The budget has to be completed. We can go back one year on expenses according to Mr. Smith. The Mayor stated that Jacque Carter can do the electrical and plumbing and count as in-kind for the Village. This led to the discussion of getting a part-time person temporally to replace Jacque. There will be two (2) separate bank account, Prj.#1 and Prj.#2. Arduini's will do their deposits and the Clerk will do bills. Mr. Smith was told to ask the Arduini's to bring their money to the Clerk for deposit. In another matter, Roy Thomson, architect, is going to submit bill, we pay him and he in turn donates it back to us. That money would go to the grant writer. We have to have someone check the elevation at the site as the County mandates it be at 217 ft and it is currently at 215 ft. There was discussion as to where the facility should be located and the Mayor suggested that the Harbor Master be asked for his suggestions. Mr. Smith says he needs permission to get a surveyor. Wayne Sprague or John Vesp were two names suggested. Motion to hire John Vesp was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes. The state said they do not want a Steel Building. Mr. Smith was asked to check and see if there was excess money, could it be used to remodel the present bathrooms to a concession stand.
Claims: Clerk presented claims in the amount of
$14, 908.16 broken down as
follows:
General Fund $7219.81
Cemetery $124.97
Marina $5,405.11
Water $895.48
Sewer $2,195.71
A motion to except the claims was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes
Resolution: a motion to accept resolution
authorizing Clerk/Treasurer to make year end
transfers was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
The clerk presented the trust transfers and a
motion to accept them was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes.
A motion to accept the encumbrances in the
amount of $7912.82 was made by Trustee Castrucci
and seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes.
The fire contracts (fire dept. share of 35%) were presented. The amount to the fire dept. was $18,940.82. This included all but Town Of Danube #2 contract. That is to be put in a special account toward purchase of a new fire truck. The total amount of contract, village and fire dept. share is $31,421.00. The Mayor informed the board that the Village is only obligated to give the Fire Dept. 2% of contract money but could give up to 35%. The board, many years ago, voted on the 35%.
Discussion turned to scoreboard at park.
The Legion is looking into getting an electric
scoreboard. For time being, it can just be
repainted. A motion to repaint the scoreboard
black/red with only the words Soldiers and
Sailors Memorial park written on it, was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci, three ayes and one abstained.
The Mayor said that people at the Marina
that dock their boats are mad because they had
to move their boats last year due to conditions
on the Canal. They want to be reimbursed. A
motion not to reimburse them as it was not our
fault was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded
by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes. Trustee
Castrucci thinks a release form should be signed
stating Village not responsible for Acts of God.
Mayor is still looking into getting Solar Energy for the
WWTP. Trustee Colorito is working on it with
him.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. So done.
RESOLUTION NUMBER 8 OF
2014
MOTION
BY
Trustee DiGiacomo
SECONDED BY
Trustee Colorito
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMISSION OF NYS DEPARTMENT OF STATE
LOCAL
WATERFRONT REVITILIZATION PROGRAM GRANT
APPLICATION
WHEREAS, the Village of St.
Johnsville finds it desirous to apply for
funding through the NYS Department of State
Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; and
WHEREAS, the Village has
completed a Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan
and is making steps to implement the Priority
Projects and Strategies identified, and
WHEREAS, the grant funding
will be utilized for the development of a
community park in the downtown area which will
provide a catalyst for activity; and
WHEREAS, the Village shares a common goal with
the Chamber of Commerce to spur economic
development by building upon prior
community-wide planning; and
WHEREAS,
the Local Waterfront Revitalization Grant
Program requires a 50% match which can be in the
form of cash, property acquisition, volunteer
labor, donations of materials and/or services;
and
WHEREAS, the Village has hired Renaissance
Grants & Planning LLC to prepare the
application and, if awarded, administer the grant in
compliance with New York State and Federal
requirements; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to sign
all necessary documents to submit an application
to the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.
Dated: 5204
ROLL
CALL VOTE:
Mayor
Barnes - aye
Trustee Callahan - aye
Trustee Castrucci - aye
Trustee Colorito - aye
Trustee DiGiacomo - aye
Certification:
Board of Trustees -
Regular Meeting 5-20-14 6:30PM
- Community House
Present: Mayor Bernard
Barnes, Trustees Martin Callahan,
James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: Frederick Campione,
WWTP Supervisor, Christopher Weaver,
Fire Chief, Wayne Horrender, Codes,
Diana Callan, Police Chief
Public: none
The meeting was called to
order by Mayor Barnes and the salute
to the flag was given.
Legals: Attorney Mastromoro
He presented a resolution
concerning the Urban Renewal Agency
(see Attached). A motion to accept
said resolution was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes He went on to
discuss the ownership of the
Margaret Reaney Library. The Library
is owned by Library Corp and Village
Maintains the books for financial
transactions.
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a consent agenda consisting of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of 4-22-14, Minutes of the Public Hearing for LL#1 of 2014, Minutes of the Public Hearing for Budget, Investment Report, Treasurers Report, DPW/Water Report, Fire Dept. Report, Police Report, WWTP Report, and Justice Report, was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Callahan. All Ayes. A motion to adopt said agenda was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes
Claims: A motion to accept the claims in the amount of $108,732.85 was made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. The claims were broken down as follows:
Cemetery $393.33
General Fund $67,649.09
Marina $11,508.18
Water $3,855.43
Sewer $24,819.68
CD $537.74
Department Heads:
Christopher Weaver-Fire Chief: He had
nothing to report other than they were working
on the fair.
William Viciarelli-DPW/Water: Absent
Frederick Campione-WWTP Supervisor: He
stated he was waiting for the DEC to come for an
inspection
Diana Callan-Police Chief: As of 2015,
any field officer in charge of field trainee has
to be certified. We do not have enough certified
officers for this. Fort Plain will hold a
class-free and Chief would like at least two (2)
officers to attend. A motion to allow two (2)
officers to attend training in Fort Plain was
made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. all ayes. The Mayor stated he would
like —no parking- on either side of the street
from Stewarts to Kingsbury Ave., during the
parade on Memorial Day.
Wayne Horrender-Codes Officer: He said
the he had spoken to someone from Medical Linen
and they are going to secure the building. The
Mayor stated that in regard to 15 Center Street,
someone from the bank looked at it and is going
back to the bank to see what they want to do.
They were asked to lock it up. Also the Mayor
would like something in the newspaper to remind
residents not to blow grass in the roadway.
Bernard Brandow-Marina: absent
Old Business: None
New Business:
1 Letter received from Fire Dept.
requesting use of the Ball Field from
2 Letter from Frederick Campione
stating he is retiring as of September 30th
3 Sales Tax was presented and it was
only $124.13 higher than this time last year.
4 Tax Warrant was read by the Clerk and
a motion to except said warrant was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes. (see attached)
5 Fuel Bids: Propane bid given to
Harbor point at a fixed rate upon motion by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes The balance of the fuel bids
went to Harbor Point for one year. Motion by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes
Other:
The year end meeting will be held on
Wednesday 5/28 at 6:00 PM
The clerk explained the encumbrance
process and reminded the dept. heads to have all
the bills in by end of month.
Memo read from Mayor inviting the Board
to participate in parades in the Village during
Springfest and Memorial Day.
The Mayor received a call from the Zale
Benton, the students would like to repaint the
scoreboard at the park. They want to do it in
Grey with red letters and white. They want to
put "Soldiers, Sailors Park - Home of the
Wolves" on it. Trustee DiGiacomo and Colorito
were against changing it. They did not want
wolves on it, due to respect for those who
served in the Military, it is a Public park.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Bernard
Barnes, Trustees Martin Callahan,
James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: Christopher Weaver,
Wayne Horrender and Frederick
Campione Public: Michael O'Dockerty
The purpose of the public
hearing was to present the 2015
fiscal year budget to the public.
The meeting was called to
order by Mayor Barnes and the salute
to the flag was given.
The Village Clerk/Treasurer
explained the budget to the board
and asked if there were any
questions. The tax levy was based on
last years amount and Trustee
Callahan asked if it should be
raised just a slight bit? Trustee
DiGiacomo felt that it should not be
left the same as last year, it
should be raised at least fifty
(.50) cents per thousand to $43.35.
No more questions so a motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: Christopher Weaver, Fire Chief,
Wayne Horender, Codes Officer and Frederick
Campione, WWTP Supervisor. Also, Robert Smith,
Planning Board
Public: Michael O'Dockerty
The meeting was called to order by
Mayor Barnes.
The Mayor explained that the budget is
done but we did not include added expense. He
also questioned $1000 from Ft. Plain. Mr. Smith
said that is really a donation on behalf of work
he had done for them. He also said he hopes we
approve expenditure and approve the application
by 15th.of May.
A motion to approve expenditure of
$1148.20 contingent on approval of the
application was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes
Michael O'Dockerty would like more
markers for the fire hydrants, some are missing.
The Mayor thanked the Board and Village
Workers for helping while he was gone.
Legals: The Village Attorney stated
that a Law Firm (Cohen) wants to assess our Time
Warner Franchise. The Mayor asked him what he
recommended. There is no cost and Attorney
Mastromoro said he would contact them, they did
state that no resolutions should be signed or
made at this time. A motion to have Attorney
Mastromoro contact the Cohen Law Office was made
by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes.
Consent Agenda: A motion to create a
consent agenda consisting of minutes of the
regular meeting of 3-18-14, Minutes of
Organizational meeting of 4-7-14, Investment
report, Treasurer's report, police report,
wastewater treatment plant report, DPW/water
report, planning report, codes report, justice
report and planning board report was made by
Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. A motion to adopt said report was made
by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes.
Audit of Claims: The clerk presented
the claims in the amount of $102,528.11. A
motion to accept the claims as presented was
made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes. The claims were broken down
as follows:
General Fund $60,053.71
Cemetery Fund $1,089.79
Marina Fund $827.66
Water Fund $20,286.17
Sewer Fund $20,270.78
Department Heads:
Fire Dept. : Christopher Weaver,
Chief—He asked if he could order the
Chief Weaver on his report. The Chief
asked if Danube Contract #2 was still going into
a separate account. The answer was yes but we
need a letter from the fire department stating
they want their share of that contract added to
the special fund for future truck.
DPW/Water/Cemetery—William Vicciarelli,
Supervisor
When is Village Wide Clean up day?
Answer: May 22nd. The Mayor asked about the
gazebo at the Marina. Mr. Vicciarelli said he
plans to put the shingles on before the concerts
start. Trustee Colorito asked about the former
Medical Linen building, he was told that codes
officer is working on this. He asked the Mayor
if we could do something about it and the Mayor
said no, it is not our building.
WWTP: Frederick Campione Supervisor:
Mr. Campione said there was a plugged line to
clarifier, will work on it. Next week we will
haul out sludge. Trustee Colorito asked when
Frank Erno takes his next test. Mr. Campione
said he is working on the paperwork and Frank
can pick his time. Now you can do a home course
and add five years to your license.
The Mayor asked Billy to get the trucks
cleaned and ready for the Parade during Spring
Fest. Mr. Campione stated that the legion is
doing Casino on Saturday during the Spring Fest.
Police-Chief Callen: absent
Codes Officer-Wayne Horrender
Old Business:
1 Trustee Callahan discussed the
Emergency Management Plan and a motion to accept
the plan was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes
2 Local Law #1 of 2014—A motion to
approve Local Law #1 (amend traffic and vehicle
regulations) was made by Trustee Castrucci and
seconded by Trustee Colorito.
3 Budget—A motion to accept the budget
with an increase of fifty cents (.50 cents) per
thousand for at total of $43.35 per thousand,
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Castrucci.
New Business:
1 NYMIR - The village received a check
from NYMIR in the amount of $2,798.00, as a
dividend for the year.
2 Fire Dept. : the fire department
would like the board to add Alex Smith to their
list of members.
Water/Sewer Bills: there were three
requests for reduction of amount owed presented
to the board. Upon much discussion it was
decided there would be no change to bills #404
and 67, they remain as written. bill #67 was a
computer error and therefore it was adjusted to
the proper amount. These adjustment were done by
a motion presented by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes.
The attorney said that we have a
proposed fine for fire lanes in our Traffic
Regulations, however, in our local law there is
no regulations on fire lanes. we need one in
order to propose a fine. Clerk to add regulation
to Traffic regulation folder and codes book.
URA—The attorney was questions as to
what is going on with the Urban Renewal Agency.
He said he has sent a letter to the Authority
stating that after 10 years it Is dissolved,
they never questioned his letter and if legally
dissolved, the money can go to the village. The
attorney will draft a resolution in regards to
the money.
The Mayor told the board and department
heads that if someone wants to Contact the
Attorney they should go thru the Mayor first.
The attorney will do a policy concerning this
matter.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee James
Castrucci. All ayes.
Board of Trustees
Present: Deputy Mayor, Martin Callahan,
Trustees Gene Colorito, James Castrucci,
Margaret DiGiacomo. Excused, Mayor Bernard
Barnes
Public: none
Deputy Mayor Callahan called the
meeting to order and the salute to the flag was
given. He then presented the following list of
appointments: (see list attached)
A motion to us the Little Falls Evening
Times as the Official newspaper for the Village
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to use NBT Bank, M&T Bank and
Adirondack Bank as the official Banks for the
Village was made by Trustee Colorito and
seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes.
A motion to hold Village meetings the
third (3d) Tuesday of the Month at 6:30PM in the
Community House was made by Trustee DiGiacomo
and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
A motion to set the mileage
reimbursement to .55cents per mile was made by
Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes
A motion to use Village Rules for
meetings was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to accept the resolution for
prior payments by the Clerk/Treasurer was made
by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes
A motion to accept the Resolution
designating Depositories was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All
ayes
A motion to accept the resolution to
approve Bonding for Clerk-Treasurer, Deputy
Clerk-Treasurer, Village Justice, Acting
Justice, Mayor and Village Board, was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito. All ayes
A motion to accept the policy on
conferences and training programs was made by
Trustee Colorito, seconded by Trustee Castrucci.
All ayes
A
motion to accept the open meeting law policy and
the Board of Trustees Meetings Procedures Policy
(public portion) was made by Trustee DiGiacomo
and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to approve the Emergency
Evacuation Plan was held over until the regular
meeting of April 22nd Reason for holdover is
that it is being updated.
A motion to approve the Fair Housing
Plan was made by Trustee Castrucci and seconded
by Trustee Colorito. All ayes
A motion to hold public Hearing on
Budget, April 22nd. at 6:00 PM. was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes.
A motion to hold the next
Organizational Meeting on April 6, 2015 at 6:00
PM was made by Trustee DiGiacomo, and seconded
by Trustee Colorito.
Two letters were received from the
Chamber, one to request that the Board waive the
fee for garage sales during Spring Fest, May
8th,9th &10th If needed they would like to use
part of Park Place for Vendors. A motion to
allow waiving of garage sale fee and use of Park
Place parking lot was made by Trustee DiGiacomo
and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes. The
second letter was concerning the Towpath Run,
they would like the Village to be a sponsor with
a donation of $35.00. A motion to sponsor this
event was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded
by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
The St. Johnsville Fire Department
invited the Board to their annual banquet to be
held on 4-19-14 at Beardslee Castle. They should
RSVP by April 11th
Deputy Mayor Callahan told the board
that he met with County Executive Ossenfort when
he held his mini office here and he is
interested in the results of our quest for
Natural Gas in the Village. National Grid is
doing a. study on Natural Gas and will inform
the board of their results at Regular Meeting of
4-22-14
A motion to Adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
Board of Trustees
Regular
Meeting 3-18-14 6:30 PM Community House
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustee Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Gene Colorito and
Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: William Viciarelli, DPW /Water Supervisor,
Frederick Campione, WWTP Supervisor, Diana
Callen, Police Chief, Wayne Horrender, Codes
Officer and Christopher Weaver, 1st. Asst. Fire
Chief.
Public; None
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Barnes
and the salute to the flag was given.
Public - none
Legals - none
Consent Agenda:
A motion to create a consent agenda consisting
of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of
2-18-14, Minutes of Special Meeting of 3-4-14,
Investment Report, Police Report, Wastewater
Treatment Plant Report, Justice Report,
DPW/Water Report and Planning Report, was made
by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
A motion to adopt said consent agenda was made
by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
Claims:
A motion to accept the claims presented by the
Clerk/Treasurer, in the amount of $128,690.58,
was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by
Trustee Colorito. All ayes
General Fund
$ 96,097.55
Cemetery Fund $1,058.92
Marina Fund $7,881.11
Water Fund $7,655.62
Sewer Fund $15,977.38
Department Heads:
1st. Asst. Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver: He
stated that the Department had gone to
Dolgeville to do a night of training with their
Fire Dept. On April 1, Dolgeville will come
here. Installation dinner is scheduled for April
19,2014, invitation will be sent to Office for
Mayor and Board. It will be at Beardslee Castle.
Trustee Castrucci asked what was going on with
negotiations with Manheim? Mr. Weaver said that
Dolgeville has purchased a truck from Fonda and
will station it closer to Manheim. Manheim is
trying to cover their territory in the least
expensive way. He is not sure if we will get
more to cover or not. It is still a work in
progress.
DPW/Water Supervisor, William
Viciarelli- he stated that they were working on
the backhoe and that the last water meters were
installed. The Mayor told the board the new
truck was here and they should go look at it.
WWTP Supervisor, Frederick Campione- he
said he is still trying to keep up with ice,
etc. and is working on the sludge pump.
Police Chief, Diana Callen- She would
like to purchase a new copier to save money on
the purchase of ink cartridges. She would not
purchase until the new budget in June. The
savings would be approximately $800 yr. A motion
to allow the chief to purchase a copier in June
was made by Trustee Castrucci, and, seconded by
Trustee DiGiacomo. All ayes
Dog-waste was another issue addressed.
The chief searched information on dog disposal
stations and she is willing to ask people to
donate toward them if the board approved. The
Mayor told her to start with two units and see
what happens. The board agreed. They will be
purchased through donations.
Codes Officer-Wayne Horrender- The
Mayor asked Mr. Horrender to deal with 31 East
main St. Mr. Horrender said it is cleaned up
already. Also Stewarts, tables and benches to be
looked at and see if They are within the codes.
Mr. Robert Smith is to work with Mr. Horrender
on this project. Trustee DiGiacomo asked if
there were still problems with the boarding
house and Mr. Horrender said it is up to codes
now.
Old Business:
1 Election inspector—the Clerk
presented the name of Deborah Mosher. Board
approved.
New Business:
County Resolution- A motion to approve
a County Resolution in support of Casino's was
made Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
DiGiacomo. All ayes
CFA contract- A motion to accept the
contract from Office of the Aging to use the
Auditorium for Meals was made by Trustee
Callahan and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All
ayes.
A motion to rescind the Water/Sewer
bill motion of 2-18-14 was made by Trustee
Callahan and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes A motion to not charge residents minimum
who have a zero consumption on their meters,
however, still charge the maintenance fee, was
made by Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. 4 ayes, Trustee DiGiacomo abstained.
A motion to purchase a 1991 Chevy 3100
Bucket truck from Don's electric, paid for with
money From sale of loader was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo, seconded by Trustee Colorito. Cost is
$3000
Clerk read a letter from DOS stating
that we did not get awarded the grant that the
Court applied for.
Other:
Robert Smith-planning board chairman
discussed the idea of a Historic District in the
Village. If the board approves, he would be
willing to do the grant. You apply in May and
hear in late Spring if you get it or not. Anita
would do the presentation, she said, per Mr.
Smith, that Mr. Smith, on behalf of the planning
board, could work on this project. Every
homeowner in selected district would get a
letter and they can vote yes or no if they want
to be included. The cost would of the grant
would be approximately $5000 and 75% would come
out of grant.. The Mayor said set up a meeting
with the Village Board, Planning Board and Anita
Smith. The Mayor asked Mr. Smith if Matt Rapacz,
Deputy Historian, was informed of this project.
The answer was yes and he will be on the Village
tour Tuesday, March 25th. The $5000 is to fill
out application and forms. Mr. Smith would get
the money and he said Anita may get some of it.
The Mayor wants more time for the Board to look
over information and think about it. Mr. Smith
said he is willing to start work on application
for submittal, he would submit it in April if
Board approved. The Mayor asked if he had his
monthly report and minutes from the Planning
board meeting. Answer was "not yet". He was
instructed to leave them with the Village Clerk.
Mayor said he is appointing Christopher
Weaver as Fire Chief and Myra Rodriguez as the
1st. Asst. Fire Chief. They have done everything
asked of them in the last six months. He
instructed both of them to be sure and sign the
Oath Book. The Board was happy with the
appointments.
A resolution pertaining to Traffic
Regulations was presented and a motion to pass
said Resolution (attached) was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All
ayes.
Local Law 1 of 2014, regarding
increasing parking fines, etc. was presented and
a motion to present said law at a Public Hearing
to be held at 6:15, April 22, 2014, was made by
Trustee Castrucci, and, seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Gene
Colorito, Margaret DiGiacomo, James Castrucci
and Martin Callahan
Also: Robert Smith-Planning-Norman Mastromoro,
Village Attorney
The
meeting was called to order by Mayor Barnes and
the salute to flag was given. Public:; None
First order of business was to adopt a
resolution authorizing Superintendent of Public
Works to Sign Permi Undertaking regarding
permits issued by the NYS DOT. (see attached) A
motion to sign said resolution was made by
Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes.
Discussion turned to the idea of increasing
Parking Tickets, etc. in the Village. The
Attorney stated that a public hearing would have
to be held to present a Local Law increasing the
fine for parking tickets. He will work on the
Local Law and present it at the
3-17-14
regular meeting at which time the board can set
a public hearing date. (possibly April 22nd.
board mtg.) A question was raised as to how far
you have to park from a fire hydrant? Village
traffic laws will be examined and possibly
amended.
Fire Dept. presented the following names for Jr.
firefighters: Zachary Cook, Ezra Lynch and Tyler
Mayton. Board approved.
The lien on West Main St. property (former
Miller Property) was brought up and the Attorney
explained that if the owner wants to sell to a
local interested party, then the Village would
release the claim. A resolution to present to
the owner of said property was presented (see
attached) and a motion to approve said
resolution was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Castrucci. All ayes.
Trustee DiGiacomo asked about putting the
Catholic Church back on the tax roll. The
Attorney said the assessor has to re-certify
every so often. We can send a letter to the
assessor asking her to look into this matter
again. The Attorney will send the letter to the
Town Assessor.
Water/Sewer bills—the March billing, this time
only, will be added to the September billing,
after
30
days, a 10% penalty will be added to Sept. bill
only, if not paid it will be added to the
following March bill. After 30 days, a 10%
penalty will be assessed. This
would bring you to April 15th if bill
is not paid by then, the water will be turned
off,
Trustee Colorito asked what if the pipes
break in the home when the water comes back
on in the homes where the water has been
shut off? Attorney suggested that
the Clerk give a slip to the payees
(warning) instructions for when water is
turned
URA—The Attorney went through records of
Urban Renewal Agency from 1972 on and no
record of Urban Renewal taking out any loans
or bonds. If this is the case than after 10
years, URA is dissolved. If dissolved, by
statue, no reporting is required. Question
was asked "how does the Village convince St.
Comptroller we are dissolved?" The Attorney
will do a letter to St. Comptroller and at
March meeting will have a resolution for the
board in regards to the URA assets.
Budget: Robert Smith, planning board,
explained his two item in the budget. One
was for a computer. The Mayor offered his
office computer to Mr. Smith as it is not
presently being used. Board had no
suggestions to change the budget. Clerk will
proceed to work on it and will present a
tentative budget at a later date. This was
just a preliminary one.
In regards to zero (0) w/s bill readings. Do we charge or not charge if the water is not turned off at street? Motion made by Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee Castrucci that if property is not rented, remove meter till they rent it, up to home owner if it is to be removed. If left, homeowner will be charged minimum. If don't want to pay the minimum then request removal of meter. Three (3 ayes) Trustee DiGiacomo abstained and Mayor Barnes was opposed.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Callahan.
Board of Trustees
Present: Mayor Bernard Barnes, Trustees Martin
Callahan, James Castrucci, Margaret DiGiacomo
And Gene Colorito. Attorney Mastromoro
Also: WWTP Supervisor,
Frederick Campione, Police Chief, Diana Callen,
Codes Officer, Wayne Horender and 1
St.
Asst. Chief, Christopher
Weaver
Meeting was called to order by Mayor Bernard
Barnes and the salute to the flag was given.
Public: none
Legals: none
Consent Agenda; A motion to create a consent
agenda consisting of the minutes of the regular
meeting of 1-21-14, Investment Report, Police
Report, Wastewater Treatment Report, Fire Dept.
Report, Justice Report, DPW/Water Report, Codes
Report and Planning Report, was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee DiGiacomo. All
ayes
A motion to adopt said consent Agenda was made
by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee
Colorito.
Audit of Claims: A motion to accept the claims
presented in the amount of $82,178.79 was made
by Trustee Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Callahan. All ayes
Department Heads:
Fire Dept.: 1 Asst. Chief, Christopher
Weaver,--physicals were done for all members on
1-20-14. There is a problem with the Tower
(ladder truck). Someone is coming Thursday to
work on it. The problem with the generator is
now fixed. Trustee DiGiacomo commended the
Department and its members for the good work
that has been done.
DPW: William Vicciarelli, Supervisor,--Mr.
Viciarelli was absent, however, he left word
that the new Ford 550 truck, plow and wing would
be here on Thursday. The Mayor commended the DPW
for the good job plowing and removing snow from
the streets.
WWTP: Frederick Campione, Supervisor—He said they were battling the elements and have a lot of freezing. The Mayor informed the board that the electric bill for the WWTP is up to over $10,000. He asked Mr. Campione to watch to see what can be turned off to save electricity.
Police Dept.: Chief Diana Callen—she stressed
that people have to keep their sidewalks clean.
She said there are still a lot of dog
complaints. She received a $200 donation from a
Village Resident and
she thanked
Helmont Mills for their help in a theft
investigation. She explained that when residents
see two (2) police cars on the road at the same
time, it is because one is DWI patrol. We are
reimbursed for their service. She stated she is
working on Records Management grant. Also the
Impact system should be up and running in March.
Codes Officer: Wayne Horrender—He also stated the need to keep the sidewalks clear of snow and Ice. Residents can be sued if someone falls on them. Trustee Castrucci commented on garbage pails that are put out prior to 6PM and they blow all over the road and sidewalks causing a hazard. Trustee Colorito commended Larry Schoff, crossing guard for shoveling parts of Averill and Monroe Street, (absentee owners property), so that children do not fall going to school.
Old Business:
1. The Mayor reminded the board of the meeting changes. March 4th board to meet to work on the budget, at 6:00PM. March meeting will be on Monday, the 17th and the April meeting
will be on the 22nd. Organizational meeting is April 7th
2. BIDS FOR LOADER: five bids were presented.
Bill Chmielswiski $4520.00
Steve Damin $5000.00
Peter Jaikin $4051.00
R.Halgas Construction $4135.00
Ted Masenthen $4015.00
A motion to accept the high bid of $5000 from
Steve Damin was made by Trustee
DiGiacomo, and seconded by ,Trustee Castrucci.
All ayes
New
Business:
1.
A motion to accept Alice Jean Thompson as an
election inspector for the March 18th
election was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and
seconded by Trustee Callahan. All ayes The Clerk
will look for a second inspector.
2. A resolution was given to all board members to look at concerning DOT Highway permit. This will be discussed at the special meeting on March 4th
Other:
Delinquent water-sewer bills were
discussed and Trustee Castrucci explained how it
is done in Nelliston. The Attorney stated that
Municipal law says you can shut off water. We
should first
go to the
existing rule and amend it. A copy of a
resolution concerning this matter was given to
all board members for their review. It will be
discussed at special meeting.
Urban Renewal
Agency: the Attorney said URA annual
reporting is required and we have had URA
since 1972. There are agencies out there
that will bring your reports up to date,
however,
The Mayor
told the board that the property up North
(Johnson's) that Mr. Johnson wants to
contact Wayne Tripp to see what he wants for
a right of way.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee DiGiacomo and seconded by Trustee Colorito. All ayes.
Board of
Trustees
Present: Mayor
Bernard Barnes, Trustees Gene Colorito,
Martin Callahan, James Castrucci Absent:
Trustee Margaret DiGiacomo
Also: 1st.
Asst. Fire Chief, Christopher Weaver, WWTP
Supervisor, Frederick Campione, Police
Chief: Diana Callen and DPW/Water
Supervisor, William Viciarelli
Public: see
attached list
The meeting was
called to order by Mayor Bernard Barnes and
the salute to the flag was given.
Public: Martha
Mancini, co-owner of THE GALLERY on Main
Street spoke concerning the Last Night
celebration. She passed out information to
the Trustees and Mayor. She discussed the
lack of consideration for all the businesses
in the Village. She was also upset that
Robert Smith, head of Last Night events, was
rude to her and seem to avoid her business.
She felt the whole evening was poorly
planned and heard complaints from people who
came into her business, in regards to the
cancellation of the bond fire bond fire and
relocation of the dropping of the ball at
midnight. There was no comment from the
board but the Mayor told Mrs. Mancini that
he would speak to Mr. Smith if necessary.
Christopher Weaver, 15t Asst Fire Chief said
that the decision to not have the Bond fire
was left up to Mr. Smith, he decided to
cancel it. The American Legion was also
quite Upset with Mr. Smith.
Mayor—welcomed
the government class from the
Oppenheim-Ephratah —St. Johnsville Central
School.
Consent Agenda:
A motion to create a Consent Agenda
consisting of the regular meeting of
12-17-13 Treasurers Report, Investment
Report, Police Report, Wastewater treatment
Report, Justice Report, DPW/Water Report,
Fire Dept. Report and Codes Report, after
corrections to minutes, was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee Colorito.
The corrections to the minutes should have
said absent from meeting was Trustee
Colorito and Trustee Castrucci. A motion to
adopt said consent agenda was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci.
Claims: A motion to accept the claims as presented by the Clerk, in the amount of $432,431.22, was made by Trustee Colorito and seconded by Trustee Callahan. Al! ayes. Claims were broken down as follows:
General Fund
$132,713.52
Cemetery Fund
$64.36
Marina Fund
$839.97
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
$9,399.40
Hol Fund
$257,512.00
Department
Heads:
1st Asst. Fire
Chief, Christopher Weaver—Trustee Colorito
asked what a Carbon Monoxide Call was as it
was on the monthly report. Mr. Weaver said
when someone calls Dept. because their
Carbon Monoxide meter goes off in their
home. The fire dept. has to check the house
for gas leaks. Mr. Weaver went on to discuss
turn-out gear. There are three (3) sets of
gear out of date, two (2) need replacement.
Attached are three quotes for gear. Advanced
Tech. are the least expensive, being $2597
per set.
Mr. Weaver said
he would like to request police presence at
Village fires, he will speak to Sheriff and
State Police for out of the Village. The
fire reports for 2013 are completed, rest
are up to date. A grant has been submitted
for air packs and turn-out gear, we are just
waiting for an answer to see if we receive
it. The Mayor will make a call and try to
find out what the date is for announcing
grant winners. The Mayor asked Mr. Weaver to
have someone available to shut the firehouse
doors after the trucks leave to respond to a
call. It will save on fuel cost and prevent
anyone from entering the firehouse when no
one is around.
DPW/Water
Supervisor, William Vicciarelli-- Mr.
Vicciarelli said that they are working on
painting and repairing the picnic tables for
the Marina/Campsite. They are also working
on the gazebo at the park. They have been
working on replacing water meters.
He said the new
truck/plow has issues with the frame.
Stahl's has it now and will do the work they
have to do and then it will be sent back to
T&T Sales. He will keep the board informed.
WWTP
Supervisor, Frederick Campione—He stated
that one building froze up-the propane ran
out in back of building, no damage and
problem is solved. Mayor stated that last
month you asked for a new flow meter, now it
is working, still get the new one just in
case the old one breaks again.
Police Chief,
Diana Callen—She stated that she had a Taser
meeting today and will add a refresher
course annually when she does the fire arms.
She said she had to order vest for a new
crossing guard and she would like to get
permission to allow the clerk/treasurer to
pay the invoice as soon as it arrives.
Approval was granted. The Mayor told the
board that both he and Diana attended the
graduation for officer Brett Brewer.
Codes Officer,
Wayne Horrender—absent due to passing of his
father.
Old Business:
Tax Cap—Clerk read a draft of Local Law 1 of
2014 in regards to over-riding the tax cap
of 1.66. Board was in favor of doing so if
necessary.
New Business:
1 Sales Tax was
presented by the Clerk, there is a 2%
difference from last year this quarter.
2 Fire
Dept.—the name of Cory Jewell was presented
as a new member, board approved.
3 Meeting
changes—The Mayor would like to make the
following changes to meeting dates: Change
March Meeting from March 8th to Monday,
March 17th April Meeting from the
15th to the
22nd Both will be held at 6:30 PM. April
7TH is the date of the organizational
Meeting.
Other;
The clerk
stated it may be necessary to lend money
from the General Fund to the Water Fund
as there is slightly over $86,000 in
water/sewer rents not yet collected. A
motion to lend the water fund up to
$35,000 if necessary, was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes
A motion to
enter into executive session to discuss
personnel was made by Trustee Callahan
and seconded by Trustee Castrucci. They
left at 7:45 PM and returned at 8:20 PM.
The motion
to leave executive session was made by
Trustee Callahan and seconded by Trustee
Castrucci. All ayes.
When board
returned to table they brought nothing
back.
After a
short discussion concerning the DPW's
loader, a motion was made by Trustee
Castrucci and seconded by Trustee
Callahan to put the loader out for bid
with a minimum bid of $3500. Clerk will
advertise and bids to be opened in
February. Once sold, the board will go
out to bid for a used bucket truck to
replace the loader.
A motion to
adjourn was made by Trustee Callahan and
seconded by Trustee Colorito.
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