STATE OF NEW YORK APRIL 1, 2009
COUNTY OF DELAWARE
TOWN OF MASONVILLE
The regular 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, Mike Spaccaforno
Town Clerk: Pamela Walker
Hwy. Supt.: Charles Smith
ABSENT:
Councilwoman: Kathy Ryan
PUBLIC:
Steve Tiska, Ernst Keidel, Jeri Brayman (Town Hisorian), Neita VanValkenburgh, Kethy Kolopchin, Bob Basile, Steve Roff, Ron Longwell
MINUTES:
Motion by Doug McKown to accept minutes as presented, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.
FLOORTIME:
Steve Roff spoke on the new regulations NYC DEP is proposing at the cannonsville reservoir; a pilot recreational boating program will be implemented which will give citizens more use of the reservoir. Steve is hoping that people will take advantage of the program and bring more revenue in the form of tourism to the area. Craig commented he feels the use of these “lakes” is long overdue, however, questions the sincerity of the City. Craig stated the bottom line is he agrees with Steve and feels we should take advantage of the new program.
Steve Tiska spoke on the Town Hall not having hours and phone numbers posted for people to call. Judy replied that she would post them.
Steve Tiska asked who the ADA compliance officer was for the Town. Craig replied that he has assumed this role. Craig stated let the minutes state that Craig DuMond is the ADA compliance officer for the Town of Masonville, Town-owned buildings.
Jeri Brayman reported on a tour bus that went right through the red light without stopping creating a dangerous situation. At certain times during the day, the light is hard to see for people unfamiliar with the area. Jeri asked about reflector warning strips and/or additional lighting and signs to warn people of the intersection. Chuck will explore this with the NYS DOT.
Kathy Kolopchin discussed gas wells and problems regarding set backs from schools.
HIGHWAY REPORT:
Plowing and sanding County and Town Roads as needed
Completed hauling sand to the Town stoch pile
Cutting trees and Brush
Sweeping Roads
Filling Potholes
Picked up and used the roller, so far everything is working great with the machine
Class w/DEC and Delaware soil & water, future projects and ditching need to meet their specs, this means longer project times & DEC inspections.
Went to the FEMA kick off meeting for the December Ice storms. Filing process has started
Keeping track of 4 logging operations on Pine Hill
So far the Town has used about 1200 gals of waste oil. At $3.00 a gallon average, this equates to a savings of $3600.00 for the Town.
Chuck met with Doug about truck specs for the anticipated new 1-ton truck. He also discussed the need for a forklift or forks for the loader to assist with moving items around the garage and dept. In the past the Town has had to hire Butts Concrete to perform fork-lift needed work for the Town. Chuck explored quotes of approximately $850.00 to $1700.00 for new forks for the loader, however, found a forklift through NYS OGS surplus $575.00. He purchased the machine, which is in good condition and working well. The machine is valued at approximately $5000-$6000.
Chuck discussed a NYS OGS surplus pick-up truck he can pick up for about $1500.00. The truck appears to be in good condition with low mileage. If we sell the old Ford pick-up, we should be able to replace this truck with a net of approximately $500.00. The Board asked that Chuck get a little more info on truck before Friday. If he wants to move forward with the purchase, he will secure the permission of the Highway Committee Chairman as Well as Supervisor prior to doing so.
OLD BUSINESS:
Bid Openings
Roller Bid-Ben Daniels-$26,250.00
Truck Bid- Vision Ford-$33,868.00
Chenango Sales-$35,548.00
West Herr Ford-$35,994.00
NYE Auto-$46,025
Albany Dodge-$34,961.00
Breakey Motors-$43,015.00
Motion by George Denys to accept the Bid from Ben Daniels for the roller for $26,250.00, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
Motion by George Denys to accept the Bid from Vision Ford for $33,868.00 for a 2009 Truck, seconded by Doug McKown, all in favor carried.
Chuck will notify both of the awarded bids.
Craig reported the Town Hall expansion project fits the criteria for a grant which would provide a grant and low interest loan. Craig stated he already has a grant writer working on the paperwork and hopefully have more information by next months meeting.
Craig said the Town received a check for $6200 in additional State-aid for the Town maintaining 100% valuation in 2008. These funds are applied directly toward the general fund to offset property taxes.
NEW BUSINESS:
Craig reported that by September of 2009 the new voting machines will be fully implemented. The inspectors need to have more training.
Craig spoke on the County Pro-Act prescription program. A flyer went out to all residents on cost savings with prescriptions of about 50%. Craig stated that if anyone did not receive one, let him know and he will get one to you.
Craig spoke on clean up days and would like to set it for May 8th & 9th. Craig asked Chuck and Highway Committee to get together to place and ad with the Town Clerk.
Motion by Craig DuMond to hold clean up days for May 8Th & 9th 2009 as posted in the Towns newspaper, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.
COMMITTEE REPORT:
George reported that Joe Reynolds received two more certifications one on Feb. 4th and one on March 11th.
George spoke on an incident that happened where Social Services was involved in the Town and an outside CEO was called in because they didn’t know that Masonville had there own CEO. George will notify them that we do and was a little upset over this due to the fact that Joe has allready worked with them on other incidents within the Town. Craig felt the action was ridiculous as the County is fully aware of our Town officers and in the remote event there was a question should have called the Supervisor for clarification. Craig will address this with the Commissioner of Social Services.
George said he has called Frank Woods office for an update on the 4 properties in the Town that are under litigation. He is waiting for a return call and hopefully will have more information next month.
Doug spoke on bulk storage tanks for gas and diesel for the Town and the risk associated with fines that could be imposed for violations if completed correctly.
SUPERVISORS REPORT:
Craig spoke on the foreclosure list for the Town for unpaid taxes. There 14 with 3 of them being problem properties. The County will take them over on April 3rd 2009 if taxes are not paid and then place the properties up for auction.
Craig spoke on the Roxbury Arts Group having grants and said that the Masonville Library received one.
Craig spoke on the State budget and reported the good news is that it appears the State-aid and CHIPS funding will remain at the 2008 levels. The bad news is everything else, more taxes and fees for everything. The STAR rebate checks being taken away equates to the single largest tax increase for most people. For the people who pay the bills, the State budget is the worst that Craig has ever seen. Craig feels Albany is out of touch with the people of the State and drunk on the public’s money.
Craig reported there will be a free rabies at the Masonville Fire Dept. on April 10th from 5:00 to 7:00.
Motion by Doug McKown to pay all audited bills, seconded by George Denys, all in favor carried.
GENERAL:
66. The Walton Reporter 14.22
67. Jeffrey McQuinn 180.00
68. Grace Fisher 180.00
69. Rae Ann Lakin 180.00
70. Ann Scott 180.00
71. Teddy Tripp 60.00
72. Milt Curtis 60.00
73. Del. County Planning 460.69
74. Quill Corp. 246.53
75. Frontier 64.43
76. NYSEG 230.00
77. Mirabitos 467.59
78. Del. Engineering P.C. 143,803.98
79. Kortright Creek Finanical 733.33
80. Frontier 308.59
81. Federal Property Assistance 300.00
82. The Water Bottle 20.00
83. Chuck Smith 139.29
84. Frontier 88.34
85. Linnea Wilson 151.96
86. George Denys 134.14
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148,003.09
HIGHWAY:
46. Tallmadge Tire 905.30
47. Comstock Logging Supplies 19.60
48. Federal Property Assistance 500.00
49. Catskill Tractor Inc. 172.15
50. E&R Popes Excavating 3528.00
51. Ben Funk Inc. 13.42
52. Jess F. Howes 15.98
53. Parts Plus 110.38
54. Chuck Smith 45.27
55. Tractor Supply 83.39
56. G&L Auto 81.88
57. Dags Auto Parts Inc. 150.66
58. Federal Property Assistance 675.00
59. R.L. Armstrong Auto 468.20
60. Laurie Burpoe 80.00
61. Laurie Burpoe 540.00
62. Laurie Burpoe 7.42
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7,396.65
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
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Pamela Walker, Town Clerk