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19 MAY 2005
The regular Town Board meeting, held at the Walworth Town Hall, 3600 Lorraine Drive, was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Supervisor Frank Guelli. Board members present: Daniel Keyes, Frank Maciuska Patti Marini and Thomas Yale. Other town employees present: Norman Druschel, Building Inspector Michael Frederes, Highway Superintendent Debora Germain, Recreation Director Susie Jacobs, Receiver of Taxes Richard Morris, Attorney for the Town Paul Russell, Town Engineer George Schaller, Sewer Superintendent Phil Williamson, Code Enforcement Officer Marcia Englert, Town Clerk
MINUTES:
Motion by Councilman Yale to approve the minutes of May 5, 2005 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Keyes and unanimously carried.
APRIL SUPERVISOR’S REPORT:
Motion by Councilwoman Marini to approve the April 2005 Supervisor’s report as presented. Seconded by Councilman Maciuska and unanimously carried.
CLAIMS:
1. GENERAL:
Motion by Councilman Yale to approve payment of General Claims totaling $37,442.05. Seconded by Councilwoman Marini. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
2. HIGHWAY:
Motion by Councilman Keyes to approve payment of Highway Claims totaling $23,421.45. Seconded by Councilwoman Marini. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
3. HIGHWAY GARAGE PROJECT:
Motion by Councilman Keyes to approve payment of Highway Project Claims totaling $6,324.01. Seconded by Councilwoman Marini. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
4. LIGHTING:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to approve payment of the following Lighting Claims: Walworth Light District 636.83 Harvest Hills Light District 559.07 Gananda Light District 895.88 Brookside Light District 6.46 Seconded by Councilman Yale. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
5. MEMORIAL TREE FUND:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to approve payment of Memorial Tree Fund Claims totaling $301.55. Seconded by Councilman Yale. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
6. SEWER DISTRICT:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to approve payment of Sewer District Claims totaling $33,631.03. Seconded by Councilman Yale. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
7. TRUST & AGENCY:
Motion by Councilwoman Marini to approve payment of Trust & Agency Claims totaling $30,213.40. Seconded by Councilman Keyes. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: There were no comments from the public.
NYS POLICE 10 YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT:
Councilman Yale offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Maciuska to wit:WHEREAS, the New York State Police are desirous of continuing to lease the office and garage space at the Walworth Town Hall, 3600 Lorraine Drive, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Agreement with the New York State Police be continued, whereby office and garage space are provided at the Walworth Town Hall, 3600 Lorraine Drive, at no cost to the New York State Police agency. Said Agreement expires December 31, 2015. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Resolution adopted.
FIREMEN’S SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM:
A letter was received from David Rogers and Michael Mahlmeister, Financial Consultants, stating that they are no longer with Penflex, Inc., but have joined the investment firm of RBC Dain Rauscher. They requested that the accounts be transferred to the aforementioned company. Supervisor Guelli will invite Mr. Rogers and Mr. Mahlmeister to the June 2, 2005 meeting to discuss their request.
GINEGAW PARK: BARBECUE PITS USE APPROVED:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska authorizing the use of portable barbecue pits by Rick Halvorsen at Ginegaw Park on June 26, 2005, subject to the presence of the Walworth Fire Department and with the condition that all traces of the barbecue pits be removed at the end of the event. Seconded by Councilman Yale. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Motion carried.
FOSDICK ROAD DRAINAGE PROJECT APPROVED:
Motion by Councilman Keyes authorizing the cleaning of the swale on Fosdick Road for a cost not to exceed $2,000.00, to be expended from SD1-8540.41. Seconded by Councilwoman Marini. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Nay Motion carried. It was noted that this is maintenance of a swale that was cleaned approximately 12 years ago.
RETENTION POND POLICY AMENDED:
Councilman Maciuska offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Yale to wit: WHEREAS, the retention pond is a tool used to meet NYSDEC Phase 2 Regulations regarding storm water management, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Walworth permit the use of retention ponds, only when necessary, to meet NYSDEC Storm Water Pollution Control Regulations. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Resolution adopted.
LIBRARY AUDIT REPORT:
Councilman Yale stated that the Library audit resulted in no significant findings.
FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS:
Councilman Maciuska offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Yale to wit: BE IT RESOLVED that the Account Clerk be authorized to transfer the following: $ 285.00 from Memorial Tree Fund Balance to CM4-7110.41 16.55 from Memorial Tree Fund Balance to CM4-7110.42 1,181.16 from A1990.41 to A1620.46. Roll call vote: Supervisor Guelli Aye Councilman Keyes Aye Councilman Maciuska Aye Councilwoman Marini Aye Councilman Yale Aye Resolution adopted.
MEETING WITH THE ATTORNEY FOR THE TOWN:
Motion by Councilman Maciuska to adjourn to a meeting with the Attorney for the Town to discuss several legal issues. Seconded by Councilman Yale and unanimously carried. Time: 8:00 P.M.
RECONVENED:
Supervisor Guelli reconvened the meeting at 8:37 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion by Councilman Keyes to adjourn. Seconded by Councilwoman Marini and unanimously carried. Time: 8:38 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Englert, RMC Town Clerk |