State of New York                                                                  January 2, 2008

County of Delaware

Town of Masonville

 

 

The organizational meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Masonville was called to order at 7:30 P.M.

 

PRESENT:

Supervisor: Craig DuMond

Councilmen: George Denys, Doug McKown, Stewart Wilcox, Kathy Ryan

Town Clerk: Pamela Walker

Hwy. Supt.: Duane Gifford

 

 

PUBLIC:

Ken Ryan, Neita VanValkenburgh, Ernst Keidel, Ferdinand, Stacy Ostrander, Steve Tiska, Bob Basole, Tom Cardi, Rae Ann Lakin, Lou Girvilo, Tom Klehr

 

MINUTES:

Motion by Doug McKown to accept minutes as presented, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.

 

FLOORTIME:

Steve Tiska said he saw a truck plowing the sidwalk by Jack Palmers and observed that the trucks are ripping up the sidewalks. Steve is concerned that this will effect the Town due to repairs, etc. in the future.  Craig said he understands that at some point in the future this will have to be addressed.  The current Town laws will be reviewed and changed where needed.  Craig stated that once the process is legal and proper he will have no issue with consistent enforcement of the Law. 

 

HIGHWAY REPORT:

  1. Plowed and salted 21 days.
  2. Fixed hydraulic pump on truck #6. 
  3. Truck #4 has a bad injector and will be repaired by the International dealer.
  4. Trucks #3,4,5 and 6 were inspected and all passed.
  5. Some minor washouts from heavy rain and snow melting on Gould Dean Rd. and Teed Hill Rd.

 

OLDBUSINESS:

  1. Craig said that the Ambulance has been ordered and may be delivered as soon as March. 

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

1.         Craig reported that a 100 acre parcel of land owned by the NYC DEP along County Route 27 has been opened for hunting and recreational use. 

  1. Craig reported that on January 9th, there will be a State audit of the HUD Grant.  This audit is a matter of routine business.
  2. Craig reported the Town will be receiving $6115.00 in State Aid for maintaining the Town at a 100% equalization rate. 
  3. Craig reported on a new sex offender registry being administered by the County.  Anyone wanting to be notified of new sex offenders moving into Town should contact Craig to be listed for this service.   

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORT:

  1. George read the CEO Report for December.
  2. George said that the Master plan is completed and said it sould be sent out by the County soon.

 

RECOMMENDED MOTIONS:

  1. Upon the recommendation of the Town Supervisor; the annual “Blanket Offical Undertaking” be filed in the office of the Town Clerk, covering all officers, clerks and other emploees of the Town as prescribed by section 25 of the NYS Town Law. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
  2. Upon the recommendation of the Town Supervisor; it is recommended to appoint Councilmen George Denys to serve as Deputy Supervisor, in the absence of the Town Supervisor. So moved by Stewart Wilcox, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
  3. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to appoint Keith Walker to serve as Deputy Town Clerk, in the absence of the Town Clerk. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
  4. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; it is recommended to appoint Ted Tiska as Dog Control Officer for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by Doug McKown, seconded by Stewart Wilcox, all in facor carried.
  5. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; it is recommended to appoint Pam Walker as registrar of Vital Statisics for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by Doug McKown, seconded by Kathy Ryan, all in favor carried.
  6. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; it is recommended to appoint Joe Reynolds as Code Enforcement Officer/ Building Inspector for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by George Denys, sended by Doug McKown, qall in favcor carried.
  7. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to designate the Walton Reporter as the Towns official newspaper for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Kathy Ryan, all in favor carried.
  8. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to appoint James Cooros, Physician’s Assistant, as Town Health Officer for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
  9. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to apppoint Jeri Braymen as Town Historian for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by Stewart Wilcox, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.
  10. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to appoint Judy Jackson as Town Court Clerk for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by Kathy Ryan, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.
  11. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended to designated the National Bank and Trust of Bainbridge as well as the National Bank of Delaware County, Walton, NY as official depositories of Town monies for the 2008 Calendar year. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Stewart Wilcox, all in Favor carried.
  12. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; It is recommended the following committees br appointed for the 2008 Calendar year.                                                                                              

Insurance & Legal:                   Chairman Stewart Wilcox & Kathy Ryan

Building & Grounds                 Chairman Kathy Ryan & Stewart Wilcox

Highway:                                  Chairman Doug McKown & George Denys

Codes and Ordinances:             Chairman George Denys & Doug McKown

      13. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; The Town Clerk file before 1/10/08 with      

the State Department of Audit and Control the names and addresses of all Town Officers,

elected and appointed, futher, file the the State Office of Real Property Tax Services the

name of the Town Assessor, date of appointment expiration of term in accordance with Town Law 30 (3). So moved by George Denys, seconded by Kathy Ryan, all in favor carried.

       14. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; the Town Clerk certify to the Delaware

 County Clerk, within 20 days of appointment, the names, addresses and Oath of office

 Documents of all Town Officers, both elected and appointed. So moved by George

 Denys, seconded by Kathy Ryan, all in favcor carried.

       15. Upon recommendation of the Town Supervisor; The Town Clerk notify the NYS

             Association of Towns, within 30 days, the names and addresses of all Town Officers

             Both elected and appointed and also advise the Association of Towns of any changes

             As they occur throughout the year. So moved by Geprge Denys, seconded by Doug

             McKown, all in favor carried.

 

RESOLUTIONS:

  1. Town Supervisor Powers and Duties. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried. Copy Attached
  2. Authorization to Pay wages. So moved by Doug McKown, seconded by George denys, all in favor carried. Copy Attached
  3. Authorization to Purchase. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  4. Authorization to Attend Schools, Tranings & Conferences. So moved by Kathy Ryan, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried. Copt Attached.
  5. Regular Town Board Meetings. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  6. Authorization of Mileage. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  7. Payment of Utilities. So moved by Stewart Wilcox, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  8. Participation in State and County Bid Prices. So moved by Stewart Wilcox, seconded by Kathy Ryan, all in favor carried, Copy attached.
  9. Deputy Highway Superintendent. So moved by Doug McKown, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  10. Disbursement of Highway Monies. So moved by Kathy Ryan, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  11. Confidential Secretary/Bookeeper. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Stewart Wilcox, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.
  12. Association of Towns-Annual Meeting. So moved by George Denys, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried. Copy Attached.

 

 

SUPERVISORS REPORT:

  1. Craig welcomed new Board member Kathy Ryan.
  2. Craig reported issues at the County level with the Treasurer’s Office.  It appears the Treasurer is considering pulling the use of her electronic signature if the Board of Supervisors does not return (2) employees from the Dept of Fiscal affairs to her office.  This action could shut down County operations as bills and employees will not be paid.  The Treasurer’s issues have already been before (2) Courts (Supreme and Appellate)  where both courts ruled against the treasurer and in the favor of the County.  Craig stated that he sees no purpose or rationale in returning the (2) employees to the Treasurer as the move will not improve County operations.  Craig states the issue has become political and personal and he will not play these games.  Craig states he voted “no” regarding the returning of the employees as he feels it is not in the best interest of the County or the taxpayers. 
  3. Craig reported that the County budget was passed with a .02% increase.
  4. Craig stated that at the February meeting he will deliver his end of year report, including the end of year financial report.  Meg will also be at this meeting.
  5. Craig said that he has received notification from the NYS DOT that they will be initiating a “transitional speed zone” on SR #8 north of the hamlet.  The speed zone will change from 30 mph to 45 mph for 2/10 of a mile from the edge of the hamlet to Church Street.
  6. Craig discussed plans for the new Town Hall.  Councilman Wilcox suggested looking into prefabricated buildings, which are pre-engineered, thus eliminating engineering fees.  Craig feels this is an excellent idea and will follow up on Stewart’s recommendation.  
  7. Craig reported  to Duane that the $72,000 CHIPS check has been received.

 

 

Motion by Doug McKown to pay all audited bills, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.

 

GENERAL:

1. BAS                                                                                                         260.00

2. The Walton Reporter                                                                                   3.95

3. Chenango Concrete Corp.                                                                       500.00

4. Frontier                                                                                                      33.68

5. Kortright Financial Services                                                                    708.00

6. Kortright Financial Services                                                                    708.00

7. Stamp Fulfillment                                                                                    442.05

8. The Walton Reporter                                                                                   9.11

9. NYS Assoc. of Tax Receivers                                                                   25.00

10. Mirabitos                                                                                              3946.38

11. Frontier                                                                                                    14.07

12. NYSEG                                                                                                  420.71

13. NYSEG                                                                                                  437.79

14. Pamela Walker                                                                                       120.06

15. Ed VanPelt                                                                                             128.12

16. Judy Jackson                                                                                          187.50

17. West Group                                                                                              92.00

18. Ehrlich                                                                                                    314.65

19. Robert Stanton                                                                                          60.00

20. Joe Reynolds                                                                                           127.40

21. Sanico                                                                                                     223.63

22. Mirabitos                                                                                                 277.20

                                                                                                              _____________

                                                                                                                    9,039.30

 

HIGHWAY:

1. Fleetpride                                                      3                                           300.39

2. Sidney Tire                                                    3                                            80.00

3. Dags Auto                                                     3                                            74.98

4. R.L. Armstrong                                             3                                            27.31

5. Jess F. Howes                                                3                                            52.56

6. Burr Truck                                                     3                                            56.43

7. Waynes Welding                                           3                                           266.80

8. Tallmadge Tire                                              3                                           269.60

                                                                                                               ______________

                                                                                                                     1,128.07

 

The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 P.M.

 

 

 

 

                                                                                      ___________________________

                                                                                      Pamela Walker, Town Clerk