Village Board Minutes

A regular meeting of the Village Board was held Aug 17,’05, 6PM, in the Village Hall, 260 Main St. Mayor Bradley Winslow called the meeting to order and Chief Kane led in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The Mayor called for a moment of silence in memory of William Winslow, past Committeeman for the Village, who died Aug. 13, ’05.
Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved minutes of public hearing and regular meeting Aug 3,’05 as typed. Carried – 4 – 0

SPECIFIC REQUESTS
Frank Germain, 15 Sixth St, detailed various alleged violations against Ray Bush about dumping items on Village property. Mr. Germain would like it stopped. Atty Avigdor stated that some of these allegations, if true, would constitute criminal violations; however this is not the appropriate place to hold a hearing. The Mayor asked Mr. Germain to put the allegations in writing for review/response by Bldg Insp Neville, as needed.

Board discussed back street parking as raised by Mike Carr, owner of 227 Main St.
James Marto, Palmer Falls Pub & Grille, appeared and distributed details to Insp Neville on his plans for outside dining. Clerk Estill gave Mr. Marto a copy of the 7-27-05 letter from the Mayor to him requesting more information for Board consideration on this project and tree plantings.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS
CLERK – Clerk Estill was present, report of 8-17-05 read & filed.
Resolution # 26 approved, adjustment to water/sewer rolls.
Board discussed the tree at 408 Palmer Ave; Clerk will write a letter to the new owners.
TREASURER – Treas Fuller was present, report of 8-17-05 read & filed.
Motion by Trustee Denno, seconded by Trustee Woods approved payment of abstract #5: Payroll $46,090.35 General $12,998.73 Water $1,912.70 Sewer $2,276.87 and Reserves $112,559.08 Carried - 4 – 0
He referred to his request at a prior meeting re: purchase of an asset management software program for $2,600. After receiving the quote, there were additional maintenance charges but he found a program much cheaper for $600 that would appear to do what he needs to manage assets.
FIRE DEPT – Chief Kelley was present.
Ass’t Chief Denton reviewed upcoming installations at the new firehouse. He received quotes from various suppliers for the phone & cabling system at a cost of $5,075 and card access system at $19,000. Tech Two had the lowest quotes. Trustee Denno feels we are in good financial shape for these expenditures, however Treas Fuller will need to review expenses to date vs. what is available. Following a lengthy discussion, the Board agreed to proceed with the quotes from Tech Two, each of which falls below the procurement policy.
Resolution #27 approved, expenditure of additional funds for the above system installations and submitted contracts acceptable to Atty Avigdor.
POLICE – Chief Kane was present, report for July ’05 read & filed.
John Yannaci, 123 Main St, referred to the bicycle law enacted last year. Kids are still riding their bikes on the sidewalks in the downtown business areas. Board discussed present signage and need for additional ones. Trustee Lescault suggested making an announcement at school to students about this matter. Atty Avigdor read the law governing bicycles. The Mayor asked Supt Lozier to look into sign ideas. John Yannaci felt that the merchants may be receptive to purchasing signs that could be brought in each evening.
DPW/WATER/WWTP – Supt Lozier was present, reports for July ’05 read & filed.
He spoke with Jeff Sandwick and the possibility of him helping with the new sewer and 8” water line to his property. Plan designs by an engineer are forthcoming which will then need to be reviewed by DOT before anything can be done. Mr. Sandwick said he would purchase all the material and use some of his equipment for the project. A contract will need to be executed and proof of liability insurance provided.
He received a call from Nemer Auto who verified damages to the 2001 Dodge Pickup in the amount of $5,200. We need to receive authorization from the Insurance Co to proceed with the repairs.
He received a call from Bill Vaughn re: a dead tree at the corner of 4th and Walnut St which would appear to be on Village property.
Clerk Estill noted that the bid openings for Maple St and Palmer Ave projects are scheduled for Aug 30,’05 at 3PM and asked who would be attending from the Board. The Mayor requested that it be advertised as three or more members would like to attend.
BUILDING INSPECTOR – Insp Neville was present.
ATTORNEY – Atty Avigdor was present, his report of 8-16-05 and Zoning Board minutes of their 8-11-05 meeting read and filed.
Fire Chief Kelley asked if the Village owns the property where the boat launch is. There were two trucks blocking that area that caused trouble getting their raft in on 8-16-05.
OLD BUSINESS
The Mayor said the Jt Economic Dev. Corp will be scheduling their Sept meeting with the attorney who addressed them in the spring to return for another presentation with the Town & Village Boards to answer questions on establishing a Corinth Local Dev. Corp (LDC).
Supt Lozier referred to the valve pit at the upper reservoir. Trustee Denno referred to the Aug 3,’05 proposed options by Laberge Group to do the engineering. The Mayor directed Supt Lozier to obtain quotes to have the valve pit replaced.
Input from James Marto of Palmer Falls Pub & Grille re: building deck, hours of operation & tree plantings pending.
Board discussed designating a 150-200 foot section on the north side of Hamilton Ave for parking. Supt Lozier will contact David Barrass to see if he has a survey for this area so the Village can determine property lines, etc.
Receipt of the information from the Town of Corinth re: the South Main St Water Dist is pending.

The Mayor expects to have a current summary soon of the surveys that were mailed to taxpayers June 1st.
The Board is awaiting response from the Planning Board before proceeding with proposed sign law dated 6-13-05.

NEW BUSINESS August 17, 2005 (19)
The Mayor spoke to Patricia Petrie about accepting another term on the Zoning Board and she agreed to stay on.
Resolution #28 approved, Mayoral appointment of Patricia Petrie for a 5-year term on the Zoning Board.
The Mayor explained that a 3-hour Disaster Incident class is scheduled Sept 19,’05, 6 PM at the Town Hall for the Village Mayor, Town Supv, Village and Town Board members, Fire Dept, Police Dept, DPW and Emergency Squad. The location may need to be changed based on number of attendees, the Mayor will contact Chuck Brown.
The Mayor stated that Clerk Estill will be retiring Nov. 25,’05 but available on a part-time basis, if needed. Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Woods approved advertising the Clerk position. Carried – 4 – 0
The Mayor appointed a Committee of himself, Trustee Lescault and Clerk Estill to review the above applications.
Treas Fuller spoke of his concerns about water usage, especially with installed automated sprinkler systems, and trying to keep track of water charges, etc. Water meters are the only way to manage/control this and charge for actual use which is equitable.

PUBLIC COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS
Jim Murray, 411 Center St, presented OMNI information by Econo Heat, Inc for the Board’s consideration which details heating with waste oil.
Ray Bush, 107 Pine St, inquired about the water/sewer lines to the site Jeff Sandwick is developing.
Bob Hudak, 208 Ash St, asked about the progress of the Village’s web-site. Trustee Denno said everything is about ready to go with only a few things needed. Hopefully, in Sept it will be up and running.

BOARD COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS
The Mayor requested an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.
Motion by Trustee Woods, seconded by Trustee Densmore that Board adjourns to executive session, 7:45PM.

Carried – 4 – 0
At 8:00 PM, Board reconvened. Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Denno that Board adjourns.

Carried – 4 – 0
Wallace H. Estill Clerk

August 30, 2005 (20)
Bid openings were held Aug. 30, 2005, 3PM in the Village Hall regarding 2 projects: Retaining Wall Improvements on Palmer Ave, and Side Walk Improvements on Maple Street.
Present: Deputy Mayor Leigh Lescault, Trustee Pauline Densmore, Treas Fuller, Clerk Estill and Bidders.
Clerk Estill introduced Board members, and opened & read aloud the following bid results:
Retaining Wall Improvements - Palmer Ave:

Side Walk Improvements – Maple St:

	Base Bid	Alternate #1
Rozell East, Inc. Queensbury, NY	$135,500	$17,000
Rifenburg Construction, Inc. Troy, NY	$180,200	$14,400
SNK Enterprises, Inc, Troy, NY	$126,000	$18,000
Rozell East, Inc. Queensbury, NY	$182,750	$45,000
SNK Enterprises, Inc. Troy, NY	$129,000	$34,000

Wallace H. Estill Clerk