DRAFT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR
TOWN BOARD MEETING OF THE TOWN OF SARATOGA
12 SPRING ST., SCHUYLERVILLE, NY 12871
October 12, 2016
7:00 P.M.
Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:00 p.m.
Roll call: Town Clerk Linda McCabe, called the roll. Supervisor Thomas Wood – present, Councilman Charles Hanehan - present, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – absent (arrived at 7:04 p.m.), Councilman James Jennings – present, Councilman Gary Squires – present.
Also present: Deputy Clerk Michelle Conover, Town Attorney William Reynolds, Highway Superintendent Don Ormsby, Kenneth Crookes.
Recognitions/Presentations/ Bid openings/ Public Hearings:
Public Hearing on the Mass Gathering Permit #6 for Saratoga Rowing Association’s Head of the Fish Regatta - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 2, 2016 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 7: 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 Charles Hanehan, to close the Public Hearing at 7:04 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan - aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – absent, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 4 - 0
Public Hearing on Local Law #9 of 2016- Construction of Solar Collection Zoning Regulation Amendment - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 2, 2016 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 7:05 p.m. for Local Law #9, 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 Gary Squires, to close the Public Hearing at 7:06 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 - 0
Public Hearing on Local Law #10 of 2016- Zoning Regulation Amendment - Extending the Temporary Moratorium on the Clear Cutting of forested land in the Town of Saratoga for a period of two months - Proof of notice in the Saratogian on October 2, 2016 having been provided, Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the Public Hearing at 7:07 p.m. for Local Law #10, 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 James Jennings, to close the Public Hearing at 7:08 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 - 0
Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires to accept the minutes of the September 12, 2016 regular meeting as written. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 5 - 0
Town Clerk’s report for September 2016: Fees paid to the NYS Dept. of Agriculture and Markets for the Animal Population Control Program $72.00. Fees paid to New York State D.E.C. for hunting and fishing licenses $2,812.90. Fees paid to the New York State Health Department for Marriage licenses $67.50. Dog license fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $335.00. Clerk fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $283.29; fee paid to bank for deposit book $73.57. Total State and Local Revenues received were $3,644.26.
Zoning Officer’s report for September 2016: 9 Building Permits, 27 Building Inspections, 12 Certificates of Occupancy, 0 Junk Yard Permits, 1 Complaint, 0 Fire inspections, 1 Orders to Remedy, 5 miscellaneous, 1 Building Permit Renewal/s, 0 Property Maintenance Inspections.
A check for $2,835.00 was given to Supervisor Thomas Wood.
Dog Control Officer’s report for September 2016: The report was read by Supervisor Thomas Wood: the Dog Control Officer answered 26 complaints, took 1 dog to the shelter, 0 bite cases, traveled 124 miles, issued 16 warnings and 5 summons were issued.
Town Court report for September 2016: The following were closed: 31 Vehicle & Traffic, 7 Criminal/Penal Law, 1 DEC/ENCON, 2 Dog case/s, 1 DWI, 0 Town & Village Ordinance, 0 Small Claims/Civil, 0 Evictions, 1 Hearing/s, 2 (case transfer) Divestiture Forms sent to County Court, 1 Defendant/s sentenced to probation, 0 hours of community service issued, 0 days of jail time issued, 0 Orders of Protection issued, and $3,840.00 in fees were paid to the NY State Comptroller.
Historian’s report: September 2016:
In September, the Historian had 32 posts on his website with 209 visitors. He spent much of his time documenting the Timber Framing Guild work on the new visitor’s center.
The Historian put in a request to the Pomeroy Foundation for funding of a blue and gold marker on Route 4 at the trailhead for the canal towpath. The purpose of the sign is to assist in an ongoing project to develop a section of the old Champlain Canal Towpath into a multi-use trail. The trail section, which runs parallel with US Route 4 south of the village of Schuylerville, begins next to the Battle of Saratoga Sword Surrender Site and ends 1.2 miles south, at Garnsey’s lane. It is his hope that the sign will help call attention to the trailhead.
October 15th - Annual Candlelight Tours of the General Philip Schuyler House, 6 - 9 p.m. The General Philip Schuyler house is located just south of Schuylerville on Route 4.
October 15th - Heritage Hunters Genealogy Conference will meet at the Saratoga Town Hall,
8 - 4 p.m. with Dennis Hogan as the speaker. There is a fee for this conference; for information and registration please call 518-587-2978.
October 17th - Surrender Day at Fort Hardy Park will begin at10:00 a.m.
It is a great opportunity to witness the recreated surrender of British General Burgoyne to American General Gates, sing patriotic songs with Schuylerville and Salem school children, and drink 13 original toasts to the American Victory.
Assessor’s report for September 2016:
During the month of September the Assessor processed 30 sales, of which 11 were valid and 19
were non-valid. They represented 21 residential properties, 6 vacant parcels and 3 commercial parcels.
Current office hours: Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
The Assessor anticipates the return of Dorothy Lavazzo to the clerk’s position beginning in November.
Highway Superintendent’s report: September 2016
v Pot hole patching and Road side mowing ongoing
v Ditch line clearing from limbs and wood chunks
v Guide rails have been cleared of weeds and brush
v Storm drain repairs on Chelsea and Trask lane
v Culvert repairs on Haas and Chapman Hill
v Hydro seed on Southard and Loudon
v Extended culvert at the intersection of 29 and Louden with State crew
v Replaced hose on deck mower, arm pin on boom mower and shaft on sweeper
v Helped Moreau with trucks hauling blacktop
v Backhoe was used on Schuylerville project
v New radio system has been installed in equipment
Supervisor’s report:
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT SEPTEMBER 2016
GENERAL FUND – TOWNWIDE (A FUND)
Balance on hand 09/01/2016 $ 798,097.26
SEPTEMBER Revenues + 128,712.52
SEPTEMBER Disbursements - 82,208.82
Balance 09/30/2016 $ 844,600.96
GENERAL FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (B FUND)
Balance on hand 09/01/2016 $ 1,369,994.11
SEPTEMBER Revenues 1,429.16
SEPTEMBER Disbursements - 7,203.35
Balance 09/30/2016 $ 1,364,219.92
HIGHWAY FUND – OUTSIDE VILLAGE (DB FUND)
Balance on hand 09/01/2016 $ 846,501.92
SEPTEMBER Revenues + 378,532.36
SEPTEMBER Disbursements - 333,340.97
Balance 09/30/2016 $ 891,693.31
SCHUYLER PARK CAPITAL PROJECT SEPTEMBER 30 $ 149,974.73
YOUTH RECREATION & SERVICE SEPTEMBER 30 $ 519.08
HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT RESERVE SEPTEMBER 30 $ 132,655.38
BUILDING RESERVE SEPTEMBER 30 $ 204,831.13
SCENIC BY WAYS GRANT SEPTEMBER 30 $ 311.09
PARK RESERVE SEPTEMBER 30 $ 76,956.55
TRUST & AGENCY SEPTEMBER 30 (TA & CDPHP) $ 59,482.34
MOBILE HOME GRANT SEPTEMBER 30 $ 24.31
HOME IMPROVEMENT GRANT SEPTEMBER 30 $ 4,966.87
(holding checks until funds are deposited)
CDBG GRANT SEPTEMBER 30 $ 20.14
HISTORIC HUDSON HOOSICK RIVER SEPTEMBER 30 $ 154,407.56
PARTNERSHIP
v Sales Tax Received – September 2016 - $109,060.00
v Mortgage Tax - August 2016 - $10,086.00
Public comments on agenda items: no comments
Committee reports: no report
Landfill: no report
Insurance: no report
Youth: Councilman Michael McLoughlin stated that twenty children received certificates upon completion of their swimming lessons.
Senior Citizens: no report
Supervisor Thomas Wood thanked Councilman Gary Squires for the tremendous amount of work he put in to selling the cabinets, counters and the hood from the old lab office. He also thanked Councilman Gary Squires’ son, Tim Blanchard and Councilman James Jennings for all their help.
Office of Emergency Management: no report
GSES, QSFD, SLPID/SLA Reports:
Highway Superintendent Don Ormsby stated that Quaker Springs Fire Department has had 82 calls to date.
Old Business: none
New Business:
On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-130 – Designating a “Lead Agency” for the purpose of Conducting an Environmental Review of a Proposed Action, Local Law #9 of 2016 - Zoning Amendments - Construction of Solar Collection Systems, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has determined that a Zoning Amendment is needed, and
WHEREAS, this is an Action subject to the provisions of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR) and the regulations promulgated to implement said Environmental Quality Review Act, and
WHEREAS, the provisions of SEQR require the designation of a “Lead Agency” to determine the environmental significance of the Action, and
WHEREAS, this agency has complied with the provisions of SEQR pertaining to “Lead Agency” designation, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga is hereby designated the “Lead Agency” for the purpose of conducting the SEQR review of the referenced Action.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #16-131 – Negative Declaration: Determining that Action to enact an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Saratoga will have no significant effect on the environment - Local Law #9 of 2016- Zoning Amendment
and certain definitions, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 - 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, Saratoga County, New York (the "Town") is considering enacting a certain amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Saratoga (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 previously 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, STATE OF 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 zoning amendment and its environmental effects as the Town has deemed appropriate, the Town makes the following findings:
(a) The zoning amendment 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.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin, the following Resolution #16-132 – Adoption of Local Law #9 of 2016 - Regulations for the Construction of Solar Collection Systems, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 - 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has determined that it is in the public interest to provide for and encourage renewable energy systems and a sustainable quality of life, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has held a public hearing and received input from the townspeople; now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to adopt Local Law #9 of 2016 - Zoning Amendment for the construction of solar collection systems;
(Local Law #9 of 2016 is attached)
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Town of Saratoga
Local Law No. 9 of the year 2016
A local law to enact regulations for the construction of solar collection systems in the Town of Saratoga.
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the
(Name of Legislative Body)
Town of Saratoga as follows:
Section 1. Article IV of the Zoning Regulations of the Town of Saratoga is hereby amended by adding Section 400-16.3 as follows:
Solar Collection Systems
A. Purpose
Because it is in the public interest to provide for and encourage renewable energy systems and a sustainable quality of life, the purpose of this chapter is to facilitate the development and operation of renewable energy systems based on sunlight. Minor Solar Collection Systems are appropriate in all zoning districts when measures are taken, as provided in this chapter, to minimize adverse impacts on neighboring properties and protect the public health, safety and welfare. Major Solar Collection Systems are allowed only in the Rural and Rural Residential districts when measures are taken, as provided in this chapter, to minimize adverse impacts on neighboring properties and protect the public health, safety and welfare.
B. Definitions
MAJOR SOLAR COLLECTION SYSTEM
An area of land or other area used for a solar collection system principally used to capture solar energy and convert it to electrical energy to transfer to the public electric grid in order to sell electricity to or receive a credit from a public utility entity, but which also may be for on-site use. Major solar collection systems consist of one or more freestanding ground or roof mounted solar collector devices, solar related equipment and other accessory structures and buildings, including light reflectors, concentrators, heat exchangers, substations, electrical infrastructure, transmission lines and other appurtenant structures and facilities in which the total surface area of all solar collectors exceeds 2000 square feet. Major systems are allowed only in the Rural and Rural Residential zoning districts of the town.
MINOR SOLAR COLLECTION SYSTEM
A solar photovoltaic cell, panel or array, or solar hot air or water collector device, which relies upon solar radiation as an energy source for collection, inversion, storage and distribution of solar energy for electricity generation or transfer of stored heat, secondary to the use of the premises for other lawful purposes, with the total surface area of all solar collectors of such system not to exceed 2,000 square feet; roof or building mounted systems are exempt. Minor collection systems are allowed in all zoning districts of the town.
C. BUILDING PERMTS FOR MINOR SOLAR COLLECTION SYSTEMS
1) Rooftop and building mounted solar collectors are permitted in all zoning districts in the Town. Building permits shall be required for installation of rooftop and building mounted solar collectors.
2) Ground mounted and freestanding solar collectors shall be permitted as accessory structures in all zoning districts of the Town, subject to the following additional requirements for a building permit:
(a) The location of the solar collectors meets all applicable setback requirements of the zone in which they are located.
(b) The height of the solar collectors and any mounts shall not exceed 15' in height above ground when oriented at maximum tilt.
(c) The total surface area of all solar collectors on the lot shall not exceed the
percentage of lot coverage per zoning district when combined with all other
buildings and structures on the lot.
(d) A building permit has been obtained for the solar collectors.
(g) The solar collectors shall be located in a side or rear yard.
(h) Solar collectors and other facilities shall be designed and located in order to
prevent reflective glare toward any inhabited buildings or neighboring properties and roads.
(i) Landscaped buffer shall be provided around all equipment and solar
collectors to provide screening from adjacent or neighboring residential properties and roads.
3) The building permit review shall include review of the adequacy, location, arrangement, size, design and general site compatibility of proposed solar collectors.
4) All solar collector installations must be performed in accordance with applicable electrical and building codes, the manufacturer's installation instructions and industry standards, and prior to operation the electrical connections must be inspected by the Town Code Enforcement Officer or by an appropriate electrical inspection person or agency, as determined by the Town. In addition, any connection to the public utility grid must be inspected by the appropriate public utility.
5) When solar storage batteries are included as part of the solar collector system, they must be placed in a secure container or enclosure meeting the requirements of the New York State Building Code when in use and when no longer used shall be disposed of in accordance with the laws and regulations of Saratoga County and other applicable laws and regulations.
6) If a solar collector ceases to perform its originally intended function for more than 12
consecutive months, the property owner shall remove the collector, mount and associated equipment and facilities no later than 90 days after the end of the 12 month period.
D) SPECIAL USE PERMITS FOR MAJOR SOLAR COLLECTION SYSTEMS
1. Where applicable, and unless more restrictive regulations apply, the requirements of Article VIII of this chapter (Special Permitted Uses Regulations) shall also apply to installations for Major Collection Systems.
2. Major Systems shall be constructed pursuant to a Special Use Permit from the Town
Planning Board and must meet the criteria set forth below and obtain all other
necessary approvals.
3. Areas of potential sensitivity
(a) One-hundred-year flood hazard zones considered a V or AE Zone on the FEMA Flood Maps.
(b) Historic and/or culturally significant resources in an historic district or historic transition zone.
(c) Within 100 feet landward of a freshwater wetland.
(d) Adjacent to or within the control zone of any airport.
4. Major Systems shall be permitted in the Rural and Rural Residential Districts of the Town only when authorized by special use permit from the Planning Board subject to the following terms and conditions:
(a) The total coverage of all buildings and structures on a lot, including freestanding solar panels, shall not exceed the percentage of lot coverage per zoning regulations per district.
(b) Height and setback restrictions
i. The maximum height for freestanding solar panels located on the ground or attached to a framework located on the ground shall not exceed 15' in height above the ground.
ii. The minimum setback from property lines shall be 25'.
iii. A landscaped buffer shall be provided around all equipment and solar collectors to provide screening from neighboring residential properties and roads.
(c) Design Standards
i. Removal of trees and other existing vegetation should be minimized or
offset with planting elsewhere on the property.
ii. Roadways within the site shall not be constructed of impervious
materials and shall be designed to minimize the extent of roadways
constructed and soil compaction.
iii. All on-site utility and transmission lines shall, to the extent feasible,
be placed underground.
iv. Solar collectors and other facilities shall be designed and located in
order to prevent reflective glare toward any inhabited buildings or
neighboring properties and roads.
v. All electrical equipment, including any structure for batteries or
storage cells, shall be enclosed by a minimum six foot high fence with
a self-locking gate and provided with landscaping screening.
vi. Major System to be connected to the utility grid shall provide a "proof
of concept" letter from the utility company acknowledging the major
system will be connected to the utility grid in order to sell electricity to
the public utility.
(d) Signs
i. A sign shall not exceed eight square feet shall be displayed on or near the main access point and shall list the facility name, owner and phone number.
ii. A clearly visible warning sign concerning voltage must be placed at the
base of all pad-mounted transformers and substations.
iii. Disconnects are to be clearly marked.
(e) Abandonment
i. All applications for a major system shall be accompanied by a
decommissioning plan and associated bond to be implemented upon
abandonment, or cessation of activity, or in conjunction with removal
of the facility, prior to issuance of a building permit.
ii. If the applicant begins but does not complete construction of the project
within 12 months after receiving final site plan and special use permit
approval, this may be deemed abandonment of the project and require
implementation of the decommissioning plan to the extent applicable.
iii. The decommissioning plan must ensure the site will be restored to a
useful, nonhazardous condition without delay, including, but not limited to, the
following:
a. Removal of aboveground and below ground equipment, structures and foundations.
b. Restoration of the surface grade and soil after removal of equipment.
c. Re-vegetation of restored soil areas with native seed mixes, excluding any invasive species.
d. The plan shall include a time frame for the completion of site
restoration work.
iv. In the event the facility is not completed and functioning within 12 months of
the issuance of the final site plan and special use permit approval, the Town
may notify the operator and/or the owner to complete construction and installation of the facility within 180 days. If the owner and/or operator fails to perform, the Town may notify the owner and/or operator to implement the decommissioning plan. The decommissioning plan must be completed within180 days of notification by the Town
v. Upon cessation of activity of a constructed facility for a period of one year,
the Town may notify the owner and/or operator of the facility to implement the
decommissioning plan. Within 180 days of notice being served, the owner and/or operator can either restore operation equal to 80% of approved capacity or implement the decommissioning plan.
vi. If the owner and/or operator fails to fully implement the decommissioning
plan within the 180 day period, the Town may, at its discretion, provide for
the restoration of the site in accordance with the decommissioning plan and
may recover all expenses incurred for such activities from the defaulted owner
and/or operator. The cost incurred by the Town shall be assessed against the
property, shall become a lien and tax upon the property, and shall be enforced
and collected with interest by the same officer and in the same manner as
other taxes.
E. FEE SCHEDULE
1) Application fee for minor solar collection system - $50.00
2) Application for major solar collection system - $3,000.00 plus an engineering escrow deposit of $2,000.00.
3) Annual inspection fee for major systems - $250.00
Section 2. Effective Date
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State of
the State of New York.
On a motion made by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-133 - Mass Gathering Permit #6 - Saratoga Rowing Aassociation’s Head of the Fish Rowing Regatta, October 29 - 30, 2016, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has received and reviewed the application for a Mass Gathering Permit by the Saratoga Rowing Association for the Tail of the Fish Regatta as follows:
Permit #3: Saratoga Rowing Association
543 Union Avenue
P.O. Box 750
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Contact: Christopher Chase, Regatta Director
Rowing Regatta, on Saturday and Sunday, October 29 -30, 2016 at Fish Creek, Saratoga Lake, with approximately 5000+ people attending the event; and
WHEREAS, the required information has been submitted, as required by Local Law #2 of 2006, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has held a public hearing on September 12, 2016 for input by interested persons, and
WHEREAS, the event is desirable for the town, therefore be it,
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga that the permit is granted conditional upon the Town of Saratoga receiving a Certificate of Insurance for the above event naming the Town of Saratoga as additional insured in the amount of $2 million, at least 5 business days prior to the event; that the event is found to be in compliance with the NYS Department of Health regulations of Chapter 1, Title 10, Part 18 by the NYS DOH when required; and that the review of the information required by Local Law #2 of 2006, Section 3 is found to be adequate.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-134 – Authorization to Enter into a Contract with BAS for the purchase of updated Tax Collection Software in the amount of $4600.00, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has determined that it is necessary to update the Town of Saratoga’s Tax Collector’s computer software, and
WHEREAS, the new, updated software, Tier II, at a sum of $4600.00, with the addition of Tier III at no additional cost, will now allow our residents the added convenience to view and pay their taxes on-line with a credit card if they so choose, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga authorizes entering into contract with BAS for said software package.
On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-135-Adoption of Local Law #10 of 2016 - Extending the Temporary Moratorium on the Clear Cutting of Forested Land in the Town of Saratoga for a period of two months, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman
James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga acknowledges the need to amend Local Law #4 by extending the temporary moratorium on clear cutting of forested lands for 2-months, to adequately study, review and plan for legislation on clear cutting, 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 #10 of 2016, amending Local Law #4 of 2016, by placing an additional two month extension to the temporary moratorium on clear cutting of forested lands, effective immediately.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires,
the following Resolution #16-137 – Authorization to apply for a William G. Pomeroy Foundation Roadside Marker Grant, for an iron roadside marker for the Champlain Canal Trail, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town Historian has identified a grant opportunity for a roadside marker for the Champlain Canal Trail Head, which will be placed along U. S. Route 4, informing the public of the historic Champlain Canal and the role the Schuyler family played as Canal advocates; and
WHEREAS, the William G. Pomeroy Foundation Historic Roadside Marker Grant Program pays for the creation of such an iron roadside marker, and
WHEREAS, the Historian has documented and completed all requests necessary for the grant award, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga authorizes the Town Historian to apply for the grant award from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation and to sign any and all documents related to such application.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-138 – Declaring Surplus Highway Equipment and Authorizing Advertisement of said surplus equipment for sale, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Town of Saratoga Highway Superintendent has purchased new two-way radios for the Highway Department, replacing the old two-way radios, and seeing as the Town Highway Superintendent has no need of the old two-way radios now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, now declares the old two-way radios as surplus equipment and authorizes the Town Highway Superintendent to advertise the sale of said surplus equipment.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, the following Resolution #16-139 – Fund Transfer - $300.00 from Justice A1110.4 to Justice A1110.41 to cover the cost of the jury stenographer, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles
Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to transfer $300.00 from A1110.4 Justice to A1110.41 Justice to cover the cost of a jury trial court stenographer.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, the following Resolution #16-140 – Fund Transfer - $5250.00 from Contingency A1990.4 to Tax Collector A1330.4, to cover the cost for upgrading the Tax Collector’s computer software and to cover annual system maintenance, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
RESOLVED, by the Town Board, of the Town of Saratoga, to transfer $5250.00 from Contingency A1990.4 to Tax Collector A1330.4 to cover the cost for the BAS Tax Collector Tier II (with Tier III), computer software upgrade and annual system maintenance program.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-141 – Approving lease for FlatleyRead LLC, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0
WHEREAS, the Tenant has previously leased from the Landlord real property premises known as 12 Spring Street, Room 1W & 1W(a), second floor, north wing, Schuylerville, New York, pursuant to a lease dated July, 2015 and
WHEREAS, it is the mutual desire of both the Landlord and the Tenant that the Tenant exchange leased premises to 1E office complex, and that the Landlord accepts the exchange of the leased premises, now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Saratoga Town Supervisor is authorized to enter into a lease agreement with Flatley Read, LLC for the 1E Office Complex commencing on November 1, 2016 and ending on October 31, 2019 at a sum of $558.00 per month and additionally the Tenant will pay 10% of the monthly gas and electric bill for the second floor, north wing.
On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-136 - Approving Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local Union 294, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
WHEREAS, the Town of Saratoga Highway Department Employees voted to join and become members of Teamsters Local Union 294, and
WHEREAS, the Town has engaged in labor contract negotiations for the past several months with Teamsters Local Union 294, representing Highway Department Employees, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed a proposed collective bargaining agreement covering calendar years 2016-2018 and is satisfied that approval of said agreement is in the best interest of the Town, it is now, therefore,
RESOLVED, that Supervisor Thomas N. Wood III, subject to the approval of the Town’s attorney, is authorized to enter into and sign a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local Union 294, covering Highway Department employees, having aduration of calendar years 2016-2018.
On a motion made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, the following Resolution #16-142 – Fund Transfer - $2766.95 from Transfer of Funds - $2766.95 from Contingency A1990.4 to Special Items Taxes & Assessments A1950.4 to cover the September 2016 school tax payment, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 – 0.
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga, to transfer $2766.95 from Contingency A1990.4 to Special Items Taxes & Assessments A1950.4 to cover the September 2016 school tax payment.
On a motion made by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires, the following Resolution #16-143 – Approving the Payment of Bills – Abstract 10G, was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye,
Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye. Carried 5 – 0
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to authorize payment of the bills listed in Abstract 10G in the following amounts:
General Fund A Voucher No. 301 through 336 $ 12,858.83
General Fund B Voucher No. 48 through 50 $ 384.54
Schuyler Park H Voucher No. 33 through 35 $ 3,104.92
Highway DB Voucher No. 186 through 206 $ 26,998.66
HH Voucher No. 50 through 59 $ 323,149.93
Grand Total $ 366,496.88
Communication:
Privilege of the floor:
Upcoming meetings:
v Agenda meeting – November 3, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
v Regular town board meeting – Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
A motion to adjourn at 8:42 p.m. was made by Councilman James Jennings and seconded by Councilman Gary Squires. Supervisor Thomas Wood – aye, Councilman Charles Hanehan – aye, Councilman Michael McLoughlin – aye, Councilman James Jennings – aye, Councilman Gary Squires – aye.
Carried 5 - 0
Meeting Adjourned
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda A. McCabe
Town Clerk