THE TOWN OF SARATOGA

TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES

12 SPRING ST.

SCHUYLERVILLE, NY

November 9, 2017

7:00 P.M.

Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll call: Town Clerk Linda McCabe, called the roll: Supervisor Thomas Wood- present, Councilman Charles Hanehan - absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – present, Councilman James Jennings – present, Councilman Gary Squires – present.

Also present: Deputy Clerk Michelle Conover, Highway Superintendent Don Ormsby, Zoning Officer/Building Inspector Gil Albert, Town Attorney William Reynolds, Tom Richardson, Tim & Libby Holmes, Drew Alberti, Michelle DeGarmo, Ted Mosher, Joanne Hanna, Pat Temple,

J. R. Hanna, Joe Finan, Nelson & Sarah Snowden, Margaret Chiperno, Marion DeHeer, Thomas Yannios, and other interested persons. (sign-in sheet is on file in the Clerk’s office)

Recognitions/Presentations/ Bid openings/ Public Hearings:

Supervisor Thomas Wood introduced the following representatives of the Historic Hudson Hoosic Partnership Gateway Visitor Center project, Drew Alberti of Lakes to Locks, Joe Finan, Partnership President Tom Richardson, and Michelle DeGarmo, who were present to give an update on the Gateway Visitor Center.

Partnership President Tom Richardson gave an overview of the life of the Gateway Visitor Center project, stating that hundreds of thousands of dollars have been spent to date and the project is now at a standstill, awaiting the promised $475,000.00 from New York State. He said the Partnership thought they would have received a partial payment of at least $225,000.00 by now, but since they haven’t, they will be meeting to decide on how to winterize the building. They may have to board it up temporarily, or if they do receive $225,000.00 from New York State, they’ll purchase windows, doors and siding and get those in place prior to winter. He then stated that Drew Alberti of Lakes to Locks, has written and submitted $875,000.00 in grants, a total of three grants, in order to finish the building. The building will be completed once they receive the money from New York State and he asks for the residents patience. He then asked if there were any questions.

A question was raised if they had looked into bridge loans.

Partnership President Tom Richardson replied that Saratoga County had extended a loan of half a million dollars.

Marion DeHeer questioned what are the organizations that will be located in the Gateway Visitor Center.

Partnership President Tom Richardson responded that the partnership is made up of 30 municipalities and 17 non-profit organizations. Each will have a role to play. He then stated if anyone has any questions, they can reach him at #518-664-8776.

Supervisor Thomas Wood acknowledged all the representatives for their hard work on this

Project; as well as Senator Kathy Marcione and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner for their current support. He stated had it not been for Steven Englebright and Roy McDonald this never would have happened. Supervisor Thomas Wood added this center will serve up and down our region, not only the Town of Saratoga and the Village of Schuylerville. He concluded saying anything worthwhile is worth waiting for.

Public Hearing on the 2018 Annual Budget - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 30, 2017 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 7:42 p.m., asking those wishing to speak to please state their name and address for the record. Seeing as no one spoke, Supervisor Thomas Wood made a motion, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, to close the Public Hearing at 7:43 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan - absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 - 0

Public Hearing on Local Law #7, 2017 - Junkyard Amendment - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 30, 2017 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 7:44 p.m., asking those wishing to speak to please state their name and address for the record.

The following residents addressed the Board with their concerns:

Ted Mosher, Nelson Snowden, 291 Hayes Rd. and Sarah Snowden, 291 Hayes Rd.

Seeing as all who wanted to speak had spoken, Supervisor Thomas Wood made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, to close the Public Hearing at 8:02 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan - absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 4 - 0

Public Hearing on Local Law #8, 2017 - Cold War Tax Exemption - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 30, 2017 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 8:03 p.m., asking those wishing to speak to please state their name and address for the record. Seeing as no one spoke, Supervisor Thomas Wood made a motion, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, to close the Public Hearing at 8:04 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan - absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 4 - 0

Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman James Jennings, to accept the regular meeting minutes of October 11, 2017 as written. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

Town Clerk’s report for October 2017: Fees paid to the NYS Dept. of Agriculture and Markets for the Animal Population Control Program $45.00. Fees paid to New York D.E.C. for hunting and fishing licenses $563.09. Fees paid to the New York State Health Department for Marriage licenses $45.00. Dog license fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $190.00. Clerk fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $217.91. Total State and Local Revenues received were $1,061.00.

Zoning Officer’s report for October 2017: Issued 12 Building Permits, 26 Building Inspections, 9 Certificates of Occupancy, 0 Junkyard Permits, 2 Complaint/s,

0 Fire inspections, 0 Order/s to Remedy, 4 misc., 7 Building Permit Renewals, 0 Property Maintenance Inspections. A check for $4,307.50 was given to Supervisor Thomas Wood.

Dog Control Officer's report for October 2017: Supervisor Thomas Wood read the following: D.C.O. Ed Cross answered 22 complaints, took 3 dogs to the shelter, 2 bite case/s, traveled 190 miles, issued 9 warnings, 4 summons issued and 1 dangerous dog court trial and 2 dog court trials.

Town Court report for October 2017: The following were closed: 46 Vehicle & Traffic, 8 Criminal/Penal Law, 1 DEC/ENCON, 4 Dog case/s, 10 DWI/s, 1 Town Ordinance, 1 Small Claims/Civil, 4 Evictions, 2 Hearing/s, 2 Defendant/s sentenced to probation, 1 hours of community service issued, 2 (case transfer) Divestiture Forms sent to County Court, 0 days of jail time issued, 0 Orders of Protection issued, and $12,335.00 in fees were paid to the NY State Comptroller.

Tax Collector’s report: No report

Historian’s report for October 2017: No report

Assessor’s report for October 2017: No report

Office hours: Monday - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Highway Superintendent’s October 2017 report:

v Brush back ditches with boom mower

v Re-stocked winter sand pile for the season

v Prepped proposed salt shed base with crusher run

v Placed new flatbed on pick-up 2

v Repairs and maintenance on Chipper

v Truck 2 to Tracey equipment for re-gen issue

v Battery box and exhaust system repaired on truck 9

v Truck 3 to Peterbuilt for lighting issue

v Damage from blacktop plant to truck 5, estimated at $8500; paid by Pompa

v 1/2 mile of Russell road was paved using Moreau paver and trucks

v Used one DOT employee from Victory for traffic control

v Sent trucks to Moreau, Schuylerville and Northumberland for blacktop jobs

v Yearly fire extinguisher inspection has been completed

v Started bi-yearly maintenance on trucks

v County used our lot for tire recycling drop off

v Looking to purchase new chipper

Supervisor’s report:

SUPERVISOR’S REPORT October 2017

GENERAL FUND – TOWNWIDE (A FUND)

Balance on hand 10/01/2017 $ 950,532.85

Revenues + 72,055.58

Disbursements - 69,291.38

Balance 10/31/2017 $ 953,297.05

GENERAL FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (B FUND)

Balance on hand 10/01/2017 $ 1,515,056.95

Revenues + 2,566.33

Disbursements - 3,650.56

Balance 10/31/2017 $ 1,513,972.72

HIGHWAY FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (DB FUND)

Balance on hand 10/01/2017 $ 866,134.48

Revenues + 31,422.41

Disbursements - 69,721.93

Balance 10/31/2017 $ 827,834.96

SCHUYLER PARK 10/31/2017 $ 179,530.19

YOUTH RECREATION & SERVICE 10/31/2017 $ 3,980.94

HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT RESERVE 10/31/2017 $ 85,619.07

BUILDING RESERVE 10/31/2017 $ 255,073.72

TRUST & AGENCY 10/31/2017 $ 61,056.01

MOBILE HOME GRANT 10/31/2017 $ 0.00

HOME IMPROVEMENT GRANT#2 10/31/2017 $ 81,332.44

(holding checks until funds are deposited)

CDBG GRANT 10/31/2017 $ 0.00

HISTORIC HUDSON HOOSIC RIVER 10/31/2017 $ 10,126.80

PARTNERSHIP

SCENIC BY WAYS GRANT 10/31/2017 $ 311.25

PARK RESERVE 10/31/2017 $ 151,956.55

PROPERTY CAP RESERVE 10/31/2017 $ 1,038.71

v Sales Tax Received – October 2017 - $114,254.00

v Mortgage Tax - September 2017 - $7,604.00

Public comments on agenda items: The following residents addressed the Board with their concerns: No one spoke.

Committee reports:

Landfill: No report

Insurance: No report

Youth: No report

Senior Citizens: Councilman James Jennings reported that the Old Saratoga Seniors met on November 1st with 50 members in attendance. They had a casserole luncheon with local Veterans and entertainment was provided by Don Young.

They are planning a trip to see a Christmas Show at New York Mills on November 29th.

Their next meeting will be held on November 15th for a sandwich luncheon and they will meet on December 13th at 1:00 p.m. for a Christmas luncheon.

Parks/Schuyler Park Committee: Councilman Gary Squires reported the following:

v The Committee met on November 7, 2017.

v Maintenance Actions: They will secure recycling containers or move them into storage areas so that winter winds don't relocate them.

v Friends of Schuyler Park: They are looking for ideas for items that will benefit the Park, planning for one or two fund raisers early in 2018, may consider designing and procuring a large plaque that can trace the timeline of the park development as well as highlight the generous donors that have supported park initiatives.

v Potential New Parcel Procurement: Discussed pros and cons of procuring additional real estate between the Park and Rt. 29; some reservations regarding using as an alternative or additional point of entry or exit due to the elevation - suggest a traffic study. They appreciate the potential opportunity of obtaining parcel but questioned the cost of the opportunity.

v Future Plans: West end pavilion concrete forms in place. They will consider a slightly higher rental fee for non-Town residents using the new west end pavilion since it will have electricity available for events.

v The Schuyler Park Committee's next meeting will be held on January 30, 2018.

Office of Emergency Management: no report

Wilton Emergency Services & General Schuyler Territory(WEMS), QSFD Reports:

J. R. Hanna provided the following report: Wilton EMS had 241 calls, 47 of which were in Schuylerville. They provided Event Medicine at the Head of the Fish Regatta and treated 30+ patients and transported one. The DOH transfer of Operating Authority is now complete; next step is filing with the Attorney General's office. The Wilton EMS Board of Directors has added two additional Board of Director seats, to ensure representation from the territory covered by General Schuyler.

Don Ormsby, Quaker Springs Fire Department, reported they had 82 calls to date this year.

Old Business: Board of Assessment Review: Re-appointment of Christopher Miller.

New Business:

On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-103 - Adoption of Annual Budget for 2018, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Town of Saratoga Town Board, having on November 9, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., duly held a public hearing on the preliminary budget approved by this Board and filed with the Town Clerk for the fiscal year commencing January 1, 2018, and having heard all persons desiring to be heard in the matter, and the matter of the budget for this Town for such fiscal year having been fully discussed and considered, it is

RESOLVED, that said preliminary budget approved and filed as aforesaid, is hereby adopted and established as the annual budget for this Town, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2018, and that such annual budget as so adopted is detailed in the minutes of the proceedings of this Town Board, and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk of this Town shall prepare and certify as provided by law, duplicate copies of said annual budget hereby adopted, and deliver one of such copies to the Supervisor of the Town, and that he shall present such copy to the Board of Legislators of the County as required by law.

~The 2018 annual budget, in its entirety, is in the official minute book at the Town Clerk’s office and on the website, www.townofsaratoga.com.~

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-104 - Adoption of Local Law #7, 2017-Amending the Town of Saratoga Town Junkyard Code, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga acknowledges the need to amend Town Regulations for Junkyards by adopting Local Law #7 of 2017, for the purpose of adding definitions and implementing hours of operations for junkyards in the Town of Saratoga; and

WHEREAS, a public hearing was held and input received from the townspeople; now therefore, be it,

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to adopt Local Law #7 of 2017, amending the Town of Saratoga Town Code relating to junkyards effective immediately. (Complete copy of Local Law #7 attached below)

Local Law Filing NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE

41 STATE STREET, ALBANY, NY 12231

(Use this form to file a local law with the Secretary of State.)

Text of law should be given as amended. Do not include matter being eliminated and do not use italics or underlining to indicate new matter.

Town of Saratoga

Local Law No. 7 of the year 2017

A local law amending the Town Code of the Town of Saratoga relating to junkyards

Be it enacted by the Town Board of the

(Name of Legislative Body)

Town of Saratoga as follows:

Chapter 272 of the Town Code of the Town of Saratoga is amended as follows:

Section 1 – Section 272-2 – Definitions. Add the following:

RETAIL SALES – “Retail Sales” shall refer to over the counter sales of used parts to the general public.

OTHER BUSINESS ACIVITY – “Other Business Activity” shall refer to activity normally associated with the operation of an automobile junkyard, including, but not limited to: Receiving, sending out, moving, dismantling or crushing junk cars or parts thereof.

Section 2 – Renumber Section 272-8 to be 272-9 and add a new Section 272-8 as follows:

272-8. Hours of Operation

Hours of operation of Junkyards in the Town of Saratoga shall be limited to the following:

Retail Sales – Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Other Business Activity – Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday, 8:00 am to Noon

Junkyards may not operate on Legal Holidays.

Section 3 – Effective Date

This local law shall take effect immediately.

On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, seconded by Councilman James Jennings, the following Resolution #17-105 - Adoption of Local Law #8, 2017, Amending Local Law #2, 2009 - Cold War Veteran Tax Exemption, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga offers a partial tax exemption for residential real property owned by certain persons who rendered Military Service to the United States during the Cold War Period September 2, 1945 – December 26, 1991; and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has now been informed by the County of Saratoga that the initial 10 year term limit for the exemption has expired and the term limit needs to be repealed for an indefinite number of years; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to amend Local Law #2, 2009, to remove the 10 year limitation on said tax exemption.

(Complete copy of Local Law #8, 2017 attached below)

Local Law Filing NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE

41 STATE STREET, ALBANY, NY 12231

(Use this form to file a local law with the Secretary of State.)

Text of law should be given as amended. Do not include matter being eliminated and do not use italics or underlining to indicate new matter.

Town of Saratoga

Local Law No. 8 of the year 2017

A local law amending the property tax exemption for veterans of the Cold War

Be it enacted by the Town Board of the

(Name of Legislative Body)

Town of Saratoga as follows:

Chapter 375, Article IV of the Town Code of the Town of Saratoga is amended as follows:

Section 1 – Section 375-12 – Duration, is hereby repealed.

Section 2 – Renumber Section 375-13 to be 375-12.

Section 3 – Effective Date

This local law shall take effect immediately.

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-106 - Acceptance of Assessor Resignation, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the resignation of Assessor Victoria Hayner, effective December 14, 2017.

On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #17-107 - Authorization to Advertise Part Time Sole Assessor Position, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Town Assessor has submitted her resignation and it has been accepted by the Town Board; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, authorizes the Town Supervisor to advertise for the Part Time Assessor’s position.

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-109 - Authorization to Purchase 2.4 acres on U.S. RT 4 South, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, Welcome Stock Land Holdings LLC, 285 West River Road, Schuylerville, NY, owns the 2.4 acre parcel, S/B/L 170.-1-14.3, located on US RT 4 South, Schuylerville, NY; and

WHEREAS, Willard Peck, representative of Welcome Stock Land Holdings LLC, desires to sell the above described parcel; and

WHEREAS, the above described parcel borders the original Champlain Canal and Towpath, currently owned by the Town of Saratoga; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Saratoga desires to purchase the above described parcel for use as a trailhead and connection to the Sword Surrender March Trail; and

WHEREAS, the selling price for the parcel is $6,000.00; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Town of Saratoga enters into a contract to purchase the above described parcel for $6,000.00 plus closing and recording costs; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the money for the purchase will come from Building Reserve Account, subject to a 30 day permissive referendum.

On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings, seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #17-110 - Fund Transfer - $38,332.80 from Highway Equipment Reserve to Highway Equipment DB5132.2, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to transfer $38,332.80 from Highway Equipment Reserve Fund, into Highway Equipment DB5132.2, for the purchase of the 2018, Intimidator 15XPC Drum Style Brush Bandit Chipper, subject to a 30 day permissive referendum.

On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings, seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #17-111 - Acceptance of .12 of a mile of Lohnes Rd., was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the portion of Lohnes Road in the Town of Saratoga, was previously removed from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Local Highway Inventory List, in error, and whereas this error needs to be corrected; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the .12 of a mile of Lohnes Road, in the Town of Saratoga, be added to the NYSDOT Local Highway Inventory List.

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-112 - Approving Monthly Lease - Flatley Read LLC., was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Tenant leases the 1E office complex, second floor, north wing, of the Town Hall at 12 Spring St., Schuylerville, New York, and

WHEREAS, it is the mutual desire of both the Landlord and the Tenant that the Tenant also lease the 2E office on a monthly basis; now, therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town of Saratoga Town Supervisor is authorized to enter into a monthly lease agreement with Flatley Read, LLC. for the rental of the 2E office, commencing on November 1, 2017, at a sum of $225.00 per month, and additionally, the Tenant will pay 4% of the monthly gas and electric bill for the second floor, north wing.

On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-113 - BAR Appointment - Chris Miller, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, there is a vacancy on the Board of Assessment Review; now, therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga hereby appoints Chris Miller for a 5-year term from 10/1/2017 – 09/30/2022.

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman James Jennings, the following Resolution #17-114- Authorization for Legal Action - Josh Boldt, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the Town has been made aware of violations of the Town of Saratoga Zoning Code by Joshua Boldt at 101 Brown Road; and

WHEREAS, the Zoning Officer has been unable to resolve the issue with Mr. Boldt; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to authorize legal action against Josh Boldt, by Town Attorney William Reynolds, to enforce the Town laws.

Privilege of the Floor: Teddy Mosher addressed the Board.

Upcoming meetings:

v Agenda meeting – Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

v Regular Town Board meeting – Monday, December 11, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

Supervisor Thomas Wood stated the Board had some personnel issues to discuss and a possible land purchase. A motion was made by Supervisor Thomas Wood, seconded by Councilman James Jennings, to enter into Executive Session to discuss the aforesaid issues at 8:49 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

A motion was made by Supervisor Thomas Wood, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, to come out of Executive Session at 9:32 p.m. No Board action was taken. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

On a motion made by Councilman Gary Squires, seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #17-108 - Authorization to modify employment of Timothy Blanchard to Full Time Employee, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

WHEREAS, the workload for Timothy Blanchard has increased dramatically over the past two years; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board, of the Town of Saratoga, modify the employment of Timothy Blanchard from part time to full time employment with benefits.

Audit the Bills: On a motion by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #17-115 - Approving the Payment of Bills in Abstract 11G was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 – 0

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to authorize payment of the bills listed in Abstract 11G in the following amounts:

General Fund DB Voucher No. 193 through 220 $ 97,492.21

General Fund A Voucher No. 330 through 357 $ 13,834.07

General Fund B Voucher No. 54 through 59 $ 4,530.68

Schuyler Park H Voucher No. 28 through 30 $ 21,292.06

Farmland Protection Voucher No. 10 $ 975.00

HH Voucher No. 61 through 64 $ 3,746.66

HI Voucher No. 7 through 9 $ 23,980.00

Grand Total $ 165,850.68

A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin at 10:10 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – absent, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.

Carried 4 - 0

Meeting Adjourned

Respectfully Submitted,

Linda A. McCabe

Town Clerk