DRAFT MINUTES OF
TOWN BOARD MEETING
OF THE TOWN OF
SARATOGA,
30 FERRY ST.,
SCHUYLERVILLE,
NY
December 8,
2008
7:00 P.M.
Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:00 p.m.
Roll call: Ruth Drumm, Town Clerk,
called the roll. Supervisor Thomas
Wood- present, Councilman Fred Drumm - present, Councilman Charles Hanehan-
present, Councilwoman Betty Koval - present, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin
– present
Also present: Deputy Town Clerk Linda McCabe, Town Attorney William Reynolds, Zoning Officer Gil Albert, Highway Superintendent Dave Hall, and many other interested members of the public.
Recognitions/Presentations/ Bid openings/ Public Hearings:
Attorney Matt Jones
addressed the board on the Brown Road PUD. He
explained the process to date. He then
explained that the project consists of 16 lots on +/- 84 acres. The two larger estate lots will be on the
West side of Brown Road (the lakeside) and the other 14 lots will be on the
East side in a farm like setting, keeping with the rural character of the
neighborhood. There will be individual
septics and wells and private roads.
There will be a Homeowners Association to provide maintenance of the
common areas. He stated that once the
PUD law is passed then they will return to the Planning Board for the
subdivision and site plan review.
Proof of advertisement
having been received, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the public hearing on the Brown Road PUD
at 7:11 p.m.
Russell Kirkwood, 26 Hill Road, voiced
concerns over whether the resources of the new applicant are such that they can
finish the project. Other concerns voiced were the design and quality of the
homes, the effects on the adjacent homes, water table and drainage, the rules
of the Homeowner’s Association, and the delineation of wetlands.
Edith Rubison, 43 Hill Road, voiced
concerns over the electrical capacity on Brown Road for these homes, the
availability of good water and fire protection.
Maribeth Macica, 120 Brown Road, inquired
if there was still a plan for a walking trail around the pond and Attorney Matt
Jones stated no. She also voiced
concerns regarding the SEQR and the wetland review.
Lauren Kirkwood, 26 Hill Road, had concerns
over if there is an adequate water supply for 16 homes.
Geraldine Freedman, inquired what the price
range of the homes would be and Attorney Matt Jones replied higher end
homes.
Supervisor Thomas Wood and
Planning Board Chairman Ian Murray explained that the project, once the law is passed,
will return to the Planning Board where there will be a SEQR and a site plan
review. Many of the concerns- water,
wetlands, and SEQR, will be further addressed by the Planning Board at that
time.
Councilwoman Betty Koval
made a motion
seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, to close the public hearing at 7:40
p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye,
Councilman Fred Drumm – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman
Betty Koval – aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye. Carried 5– 0.
Laurie
Griffen, co-chair of the Schuyler Park
Committee, Ian Murray, and Dave Miller, LA Group, addressed the board on
the status of the work at Schuyler Park.
Laurie Griffen stated the not-for-profit
status of the “Friends of Schuyler Park” has been established and their first donation
has been received in the amount of $25,000.
She added that a newsletter and flyer will be going out this week.
Ian Murray, who is overseeing the
earthwork at the park, stated that Swartwout Construction has about 75% of the
excavating done. They are fine tuning
the grades and excavating to rough grade before winter. There is some additional tree clearing
needed in the northwest area. There is
a closure plan for the site next week.
Dave Miller reviewed the work that has
been done on the 27 acre park in preparation for the Master Plan. There has been Phase 1 and 2 environmental
assessments, archeological and historical studies, endangered species studies
and a traffic study, all with no significant findings.
He
stated that he has been working with the Schuyler Park Committee and the
community to develop the Master Plan for the park. The plan includes a 6.3 acre multi-use open space recreation area
for accommodating sporting events including soccer, football, and lacrosse
along with two little league/softball fields.
A playground, basketball court, picnic shelter and a walking trail are
also planned. The Master Plan is on file in the Town Clerk’s office.
Supervisor Thomas Wood asked when they thought the
first games would be played at the park and Ian Murray estimated late 2009 or
spring of 2010.
Proof of advertisement
having been received, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the public hearing on the Schuyler Park
Master Plan at 7:58 p.m.
Marty Hanehan commented that it is a very
nice project and thanked everyone involved.
Roger Sherman
inquired what the long thin green strip on the poster was and Dave Miller
stated it is a 25’ strip to Louden Road.
He added that it is quite steep in spots and will not be developed as an
access.
Clarence Fosdick asked if there will be winter uses such as snow shoeing or cross
country skiing and he was told yes but the Schuyler Park Committee needs to
discuss further when it would be available for those activities.
Councilman Fred Drumm made a
motion seconded
by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, to close the public hearing at 8:05 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5– 0.
Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by
Councilman Michael McLoughlin to accept the minutes of the November 6th
regular meeting as written. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred
Drumm – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye,
and Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5– 0.
Town Clerk’s report for November 2008: Town Clerk Ruth Drumm reported. Fees paid to the County Treasurer for Dog Licenses $34.07. Fees paid to the NYS Dept. of Agriculture and Markets for the spay/neuter program $6.00. Fees paid to New York D.E.C. for hunting and fishing licenses $347.81. Fees paid to the New York State Health Department for Marriage licenses $22.50. Dog license fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $100.93. Clerk fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $32.69. Total State, County, and Local Revenues received were $544.00.
Zoning Officer’s report for November 2008: Zoning Officer Gil Albert reported: 6 Building Permits, 0 Building Permit Renewals, 25 Building Inspections, 6 COs, 0 Junk Yard Permits, 0 Complaints, and 4 misc. A check for $1,915.00 was given to Supervisor Thomas Wood.
Dog Control Officer’s report for November 2008: Supervisor Thomas Wood read the report for DCO Ed Cross. He answered 24 complaints, traveled 190 miles, issued 6 warnings, took 2 dogs to the shelter, and 4 summonses were issued.
Town Court report for November 2008: The following were closed: 103 Vehicle & Traffic, 10 Criminal/Penal Law, 3 DEC/ENCON, 2 Dog cases, 1 DWI, 0 Town & Village Ordinance, 4 Small Claims/Civil, 0 Evictions, 0 Bench trials, 2 Divestiture Forms (case transfers) sent to County Court, 20 attended the Science of Speed School, 0 Defendants sentenced to probation, 145 hours of community service issued, 30 days of jail time issued, 1 Order of Protection issued, and $8,790.00 in fees were paid to the NY State Comptroller.
Tax Collector’s report: Jim Gorham reported
that he has attended a meeting at the county in preparation for the busy tax
collection season. He noted that he has
opened a post office box just for receiving tax payments. It is PO Box 134, Schuylerville, NY 12871.
Historian’s report: Historian
Sean Kelleher stated that the office has worked on preparing to move the
records to the new building. We
received a grant for $3,800 from the NYS 250th Anniversary of the
French and Indian War Commemorative Commission for a temporary display on the
history of Fort Hardy Park. In
addition, I have been working on a historical display for the new
building.
Assessor’s report: Assessor Vicki Hayner submitted the following report:
November was a busy month
getting ready for the annual exemption renewal time. All renewals have been addressed and are ready to mail. Senior exemptions and agricultural exemption
renewals will be mailed to all property owners who filed last year on December
10th. Renewal forms need to
be filed in our new office at 12 Spring Street before March 1, 2009.
Sales continue to be
processed for the town in addition to the updating of Building permit
applications and Certificate of Occupancy’s that were issued in November. During the month of November we processed 13
sales of which 4 were valid sales and 9 were invalid sales. Of these sales 11 properties were
residential properties and 2 vacant parcels
The Assessor’s Office is open
Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM or appointments may be scheduled
at other times if necessary.
Supervisor’s report: Supervisor Thomas Wood presented his financial report as follows:
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT NOVEMBER 2008
GENERAL FUND – TOWNWIDE (A FUND) YTD
Balance on hand Oct. 31 $ 902,330.44
Nov. Revenues + 70,939.07 860,501.64
Nov. Disbursements - 81,487.21 719,309.26
Balance Nov. 30 $ 891,782.30
GENERAL FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (B FUND)
Balance on hand Oct. 31 $ 181,948.37
Nov. Revenues + 2,572.65 245,710.32 Nov. Disbursements 3261.19 168,547.88
Balance Nov. 30 $ 181,259.83
HIGHWAY FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (DB FUND)
Balance on hand Oct. 31 $ 655,660.34
Nov. Revenues + 88,936.00 1,152,446.77
Nov. Disbursements - 49,416.76 890,813.49
Balance Nov. 30 $ 695,179.58
YOUTH RECREATION & SERVICE Nov. 30 $1,729.30
HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT RESERVE Nov. 30 $ 905.81
BUILDING RESERVE Nov. 30 $ 150,075.51
PARKS Nov. 30 $ 53,537.11
RISK Nov. 30 $ 29,116.20
SCENIC BY WAYS GRANT $ 8,850.50
Supervisor Thomas Wood reported that the November
Sales Tax Revenue received was $83,935.00 and the mortgage tax revenue received
was $61,697.95.
Highway: Highway
Superintendent Dave Hall reported
that the crews have been cutting dead trees and brush along the roads and cold
patching the roads. He added that the
concrete floor is finished in the new shed and Conover Electric will install
power and lighting to it.
Public comments on agenda items:
No one came forward.
Committee
reports
Landfill: No report.
Insurance: No report
Youth: Supervisor Thomas Wood reported that two
students, Laura Hanehan and Courtney Pierce, received special honors for making
the Section 2, first team, All-Star Soccer team.
Supervisor Thomas Wood reported that the 3 stop elevator is fully installed
but not operational. A small part needs
to be installed and then it will be inspected and ready to use. It is expected to be ready on Wednesday,
December 10th. The second
and last day of the move is scheduled for Friday, December 19th. That is when the records and Historian’s
office will be moved. An open house
will be planned in January.
Supervisor Thomas Wood thanked the Garden Club for the
lovely Christmas Wreaths.
Senior Citizens: Councilwoman Betty Koval
reported that the Quaker Springs Senior Citizens met today and had a holiday
lunch served by the Quaker Springs Fire Company Women’s Auxiliary. John and Lillian Bodnar played and sang
holiday music. Members donated food
items to be taken to the local food pantry.
Next meeting is February 9, 2008.
The Schuylerville Seniors met
on November 11th, and had veterans as their guests. Their Christmas Party is tomorrow at the
Holiday Inn.
Parks: The report was given earlier in the meeting
prior to the public hearing on the Schuyler Park Master Plan.
Jim noted that more emergency
equipment and supplies are needed for the NIMS office. The committee is working on the Master Plan
and will be reviewing it at their next meeting on the 18th, it will
then be presented to the town board.
Committee to Honor Volunteer Firefighters &
Emergency Medical Service Workers: No
report.
Quaker
Springs Fire Department (QSFD):
Commissioner Stephen Bodnar’s report: They responded to 8
calls in November. The Christmas Party
for fire district children on December 7th was held. There will be an election of Fire Commissioners
and a District Treasurer on December 9th from 6 -9 p.m. A farm rescue drill will be held in December
weather permitting. A new firefighter,
Dave Ragone, and a Jr. firefighter, Steven Booth, were accepted as members. A National Grid School will be held on
December 11th from 6 – 10 p.m. at the firehouse. Weather permitting, substation work will
start in December and finish in May.
The next Commissioner’s meeting is 1/19/09.
Saratoga
County Farm Bureau (SCFB): Marty
Hanehan asked the board for support in opposing EPA’s
$175/cow tax. He asked that first a
letter and then a resolution may be needed by the Town of Saratoga stating
opposition to the tax on its farmers.
He stated that their annual meeting to pass policies is tomorrow. He then reported that 2008 was a good year
for farmers with plenty of feed. He
noted that it is good to see a decline in fuel costs. He stated that the US has the cheapest and safest food supply in
the world, thanks to our farmers.
Old business: None
New business:
On a motion by Councilman
Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilman Fred Drumm the following Resolution#08- 137 Adoption
of the Schuyler Park Master Plan
was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
WHEREAS,
the Town of Saratoga has commissioned the preparation of a Master Plan for the
development of “Schuyler Park”, a public recreation area owned by the Town and
located on Route 29, and
WHEREAS,
the Master Plan has been completed by L.A. Group Landscape Architecture and
Engineering P.C. and presented to the Town Board, and
WHEREAS,
the Schuyler Park Committee has recommended adoption of the Master Plan, and
WHEREAS,
an environmental review of the Plan has been undertaken by the Town Board as
lead agency under SEQRA and a negative declaration has been adopted, and
WHEREAS,
a public hearing has been held on the Plan at which the Town Board gave
opportunity to the general public to comment on said Plan, and
WHEREAS,
after due consideration, the Town Board is of the opinion that the adoption of
this Master Plan is in the best interests of the Town, it is hereby,
RESOLVED, that the Master Plan for
Schuyler Park, dated December 2008, is hereby approved and adopted.
Supervisor Thomas Wood
reviewed and read Part III of the SEQR for the Brown Road PUD. On a motion by Councilman Fred Drumm and
seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan the
following Resolution #08-138 Negative Declaration – Brown Road PUD
was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, Saratoga
County, New York (the "Town") is considering amending the Zoning
Ordinance of the Town of Saratoga by establishing the Brown Road Planned Unit
Development District located on Brown Road in the Town (the “Action”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, Chapter 43-b of the Consolidated Laws of New York, as amended (the "SEQR Act") and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto by the Department of Environmental Conservation of the State of New York ("DEC"), being 6 NYCRR Part 617, as amended (the "Regulations"), the Town Board as lead agency desires to determine whether this Action may have a significant effect on the environment and therefore require the preparation of an environmental impact statement; and
WHEREAS, there has been
prepared a full environmental assessment form for the Project (the
"EAF"), a copy of which was presented to and reviewed by the Town
Board, and a copy of which is on file in the office of the Town Clerk; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Regulations, the Town has examined
the EAF in order to make a determination as to the potential environmental
significance of Action; and
WHEREAS, the Action
appears to constitute a "Type I Action" (as defined by the
Regulations);
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF SARATOGA, SARATOGA COUNTY, NEW YORK AS
FOLLOWS:
1. Based on an examination of the EAF and based further upon the
Town's knowledge of the area and such further investigation of the proposed
Planned Unit Development District and its environmental effects, as the Town
has deemed appropriate, the Town makes the following findings:
(a) The Action is described in the EAF;
(b) The Action constitutes a "Type 1
Action" (as defined in the Regulations);
(c) No potentially significant effect on the
environment is noted in the EAF for this Action, and none are known to the Town;
(d)
This Action will not have a significant effect on the environment; and
the Town will not require the preparation of an environmental impact statement
with respect to the Action; and
(e) As a result of the foregoing, the Town has
prepared a negative declaration with respect to the Action.
2. The Town Clerk is hereby directed to file a negative
declaration with respect to the Action (said negative declaration attached
hereto); and a copy of the negative declaration shall be maintained in the
office of the Town Clerk in a file that will be readily accessible to the
public.
3.
This resolution shall take effect
immediately.
The foregoing resolution was thereupon declared duly
adopted.
State Environmental Quality Review
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Notice of Determination of Non-Significance
Project Number: Local Law #1 of 2009 Date: 12/8/2008
This notice is issued pursuant to a
Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State
Environmental Quality Review Act) of the Environmental Conservation Law.
The
Saratoga Town
Board as lead agency, has determined that the proposed action described
below will not have a significant environmental impact and a Draft Impact
Statement will not be prepared.
Name of
Action: Amendment to Subdivision
Regulations regarding design and construction standards for streets and
highways
SEQR Status: Type 1 _X_
Unlisted __
Conditioned Negative Declaration: ___Yes
X
No
Description of Action:
Amendment to
Zoning Ordinance to establish the Brown Road Planned Unit Development District.
Location: (Include street address and the name of the municipality/county. A location map of appropriate scale is also recommended.) Brown Road, Town of Saratoga
Reasons Supporting This
Declaration:
(See
617.7(a)-(c) for requirements of this determination; see 617.7(d) for
Conditioned Negative Declaration)
There are no potentially significant effects on the
environment noted in the EAF for this action, and none are known to the Town. The action will not have a significant
effect on the environment.
If Conditioned Negative Declaration, provide on attachment the
specific mitigation measures imposed, and identify comment period (not less
than 30 days from date of publication in the ENB)
For Further Information:
Contact Person: Thomas N. Wood, III, Supervisor
Address: Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville, NY 12871
Telephone Number: (518) 695-3644
On a motion by Councilwoman
Betty Koval and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin the following Resolution #08-139 Dan’s
View Road Dedication
was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS,
B & R Realty Development, Inc., the owner of premises to be known as “Dan’s
View Road”, has made an offer of dedication of the aforesaid premises to be
used by the Town of Saratoga as a public highway, and
WHEREAS, the
construction of the road has been examined by the Town Highway Superintendent
and the Town Engineer, and the title documents have been reviewed by the Town
Attorney, and
WHEREAS, the
aforesaid B & R Realty Development, Inc., is also desirous of conveying to
the Town maintenance easements for drainage, appurtenant to the aforesaid
roads, and
WHEREAS, the
aforesaid drainage improvements have been approved by the Town Highway
Superintendent and Town Engineer, and title for the easements have been
reviewed by the Town Attorney, and
WHEREAS, Dan’s
View Road is shown on an approved
subdivision map as being intended for a public highway servicing a subdivision
called “Southard Road Subdivision”, it
is now therefore,
RESOLVED,
that the Town of Saratoga accept dedication and conveyance of “Dan’s View Road”
and related drainage easements from B & R Realty Development, Inc., in
accordance with the legal descriptions thereof attached hereto as Exhibit A,
and be it further
RESOLVED, that this acceptance by the Town is subject to a
certain Agreement between the parties, dated December 1, 2008, which deals with
a letter of credit and finish blacktop requirements for said road, and it is
further
RESOLVED,
that said acceptance is conditioned on final approval of all title documents by
the Town Attorney, and be it further
RESOLVED,
that following such approval by the Town Attorney, the aforesaid premises
henceforth shall be considered a Town road and public highway in the Town of
Saratoga.
On a motion by Councilwoman
Betty Koval and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin the following Resolution #08-140 Fish
Creek Trail was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Saratoga P.L.A.N. (Preserving Land and Nature) is
applying to the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation for a grant under the Recreational Trails Program for a trail project
to be located along Fish Creek, a site located within the territorial
jurisdiction of this Board; and
WHEREAS, as a requirement under the rules of these programs,
said not-for-profit corporation must obtain the “approval/endorsement of the
governing body of the municipality in which the project will be located”; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, by this august body that the Board of the Town of
Saratoga hereby does approve and endorse the application of Saratoga P.L.A.N.
for a grant under the Recreational Trails Program for a trail project known as
the Fish Creek Trail Improvement Project and located within this community.
On
a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilman Michael
McLoughlin the following Resolution #08-141
Authorizing Litigation – Tenant – MD Recovery, Inc. was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS,
the Town Board has decided that legal action needs to be commenced in order to
protect the interests of the Town regarding a certain lease between the Town
and MD Recovery, Inc., it is now therefore
RESOLVED, that
the Town Attorney is authorized to bring legal action on behalf of the Town
against MD Recovery, Inc., and to employ the firm of Deily, Mooney &
Glastetter, LLP to assist in such legal action.
On
a motion by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilwoman Betty
Koval the following Resolution #08-142 Granting
Leave of Absence – Andrew O’Kosky was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas
Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye,
Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye. Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, Andrew O’Kosky, an employee
of the Town Highway Department, desires to be placed on a voluntary sick leave
of absence due to a serious health condition, and
WHEREAS, Section 607 of the Town of
Saratoga Employee Handbook allows the Town Board to grant an unpaid leave of
absence to a full-time employee due to a serious health condition up to a
maximum of twelve weeks, it is now therefore
RESOLVED, that Andrew O’Kosky,
following the expiration of any presently unused paid leave credits, be given a
twelve week unpaid leave of absence, and be it further
RESOLVED, that should this employee
be physically able to return to his position prior to the expiration of this
leave, as evidenced by acceptable medical certification, then he may be
restored to his position, and be it further
RESOLVED, that if this employee is
medically unable to return to his employment at the expiration of said twelve
weeks, he shall be considered to be voluntarily terminated, and be it further
RESOLVED, that all aspects of this
leave be governed by the aforesaid Section 607 of the Town of Saratoga Employee
Handbook.
On
a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08-143 Hudson
River/Route 4 Corridor Trail System Grant Application was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS,
the Town Board desires to advance the development of two trail segments along
the Hudson River/Route 4 corridor, which will result in a continuous trail
system from Coveville south to the municipal boundary with Stillwater; and
WHEREAS,
the Town Board authorized the LA Group to proceed to file an application for
funding a feasibility and development plan for the section from Hanehan Road to
Wilbur Road, known as Trail Segments 3 and 4, to be funded through the
SAFETEA-LU Recreational Trails Program which is funded through the Federal Highway
Administration and NYS Department of Transportation, and administered by the
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; and
WHEREAS,
the Town understands there is a grant match component of 20 percent of the
project total that is the responsibility of the municipality; and now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, that
the Town of Saratoga resolves to authorize the filing of this grant application
and supports the total project cost of $35,512 for which the cash match is
$7,102 and the grant amount is $28,410.
On a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by
Councilman Fred Drumm
the following Resolution #08-145 Transfer
of Funds was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS,
expenditures in the following Accounts have exceeded the budgeted amounts,
therefore be it
RESOLVED,
by the Town Board of the Town of
Saratoga to transfer $1,000 from Clerk Services A1220.1 to Supervisor A1220.4;
transfer $11,000 from Contingency A1990.4 to Buildings A1620.4; and transfer
$300 from Contingency A1990.4 to Tax Collector A1330.4.
Supervisor Thomas Wood explained
that Saratoga County has adopted a Cold War Veterans Exemption. The board decided it was a good thing to do
for the veterans who fall into that period.
A motion was made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by
Councilman Charles Hanehan to direct Town Attorney William Reynolds to draft a
law for a Cold War Veteran’s Exemption.
Supervisor Thomas Wood
explained that there is a Local Government Efficiency Grant available. A meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday
with the Mayors of the Villages and the LA Group to review the grant and then
bring it to their respective boards to see if they would like to support the
grant application. The deadline for
submission is January 14, 2009.
Communications:
v
Notification by the City of
Saratoga Springs that a communications tower is proposed at 252 Washington
Street, Saratoga Springs.
v
Notification of a Horseman’s
Workforce Development Series Program through Saratoga County’s CCE Equine
Program– Consists of 10 evening sessions between December 11th and
March 21st. Register through
the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County.
v
Thank you from Hudson
Crossing Park for the recent donation to purchase daffodils.
v
Notification that the 2008
Application for Saratoga Lake Aquatic Plant Management Program Grant has been
rejected.
v
Notification by NYS
Department of Transportation of the new preferred alternative in the design of
the replacement bridge carrying State Route 9P over Saratoga Lake.
Privilege of the floor:
Roger
Sherman had questions regarding the Fish Creek Trail, the Wednesday
meeting of the Mayors and the LA Group, and whether the legal language has been
drafted to protect the water districts from the non-payment of outside
users. Roger also inquired if money was
included in our budget for a Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Supervisor Thomas Wood replied yes and that
he has been in contact with the Town of Wilton and one is being planned for
2009.
Wendy
Lucas had questions regarding the sale of the old town
hall and shared information on the 3 grants that are available to the town and
villages.
Bob
Park thanked the board for considering the Cold War
Veterans Exemption.
Sean
Kelleher attended the County’s Budget Hearing and stated
that Supervisor Thomas Wood and all the supervisors should be commended for
putting together a great county budget.
Stephen
Bodnar stated that he was proud to have Charlie Hanehan
speak up for us and vote no at the recent IDA meeting that voted for a $27
million sales tax break for AMD.
He also commended the board for the great job they
did on our town’s budget, noting that it is a tough year for budgeting. He also commended the work done by “Over the
Rainbow” with the window dressings along Broadway.
Upcoming meetings:
v
Special town board meeting –
Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. (End-of-Year Audit of Bills)
v Agenda meeting – Thursday,
January 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
v
Regular town board meeting – Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Audit the Bills: On a motion by Councilman Fred Drumm and
seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the
following Resolution #8-144- Approving the payment of bills in Abstract 12G was
adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm –
aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and
Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to authorize
payment of the bills listed in Abstract 12G (12/08/2008) in the following
amounts: General A $45,702.76, General
B $4,802.32 , Building Reserve BR $2,757.00 and Highway Outside DB $50,934.43,
for a total of $104,196.51.
A motion to adjourn
at 10:00 p.m. was made by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by
Councilman Michael McLoughlin.
Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Fred Drumm – aye, Councilman
Charles Hanehan - aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval – aye, and Councilman Michael
McLoughlin - aye. Carried 5 – 0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Ruth Drumm, Town Clerk