Village Board Minutes

September 21, 2005 (26)

Two (2) public hearings and a regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees was held Sept. 21, 2005 in the Village Hall, 260 Main St.
Mayor Bradley Winslow called the meeting to order and Ray Bush led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Trustees Denno, Densmore, Lescault and Woods were present.
A Public Hearing having been duly advertised in the Glens Falls Post Star on Sept. 13, 2005 was held Sept. 21, 2005 re: no parking any time at Hamilton Ave/Warren St intersection.
Mayor Winslow opened the public hearing at 6:01 PM, and read the legal notice as advertised. The purpose was to inform the public of the Board’s intent to amend Village Code 132-50 to restrict parking for a distance of 206 feet on the easterly side of Hamilton Ave at the Warren St intersection. He also explained the Board’s position in this matter.

PUBLIC COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS – none.
Mayor Winslow closed the public hearing at 6:02 PM.

Wallace H. Estill Clerk

A Public Hearing having been duly advertised in the Glens Falls Post Star on Sept. 13, 2005 was held Sept. 21, 2005 re: side setback changes.
Mayor Winslow opened the public hearing at 6:03 PM, and read the legal notice as advertised. The purpose was to inform the public of the Board’s intent to amend the Zoning Law, Village Code 138 regarding side setback changes in certain zones. He also explained the changes in more detail.

PUBLIC COMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS – none.
Mayor Winslow closed the public hearing at 6:04 PM.

Wallace H. Estill Clerk

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees was held Sept 21, 2005 at 6:05 PM.
Motion by Trustee Denno, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved minutes of regular meeting Sept. 7, ’05 as typed.

Carried – 4 – 0
DECISION TO ENACT INTO LAW NO PARKING ANY TIME AT HAMITON AVE/WARREN ST INTERSECTION.
Resolution #43 approved, No Parking any time at Ham Ave/Warren St Intersection enacted in to law.
DECISION TO ENACT INTO LAW AMENDMENT TO ZONING CODE RE: SIDE YARD SETBACKS.
Resolution #44 approved, Side Setbacks changed to seven ft in some zones and three ft in other zones.

SPECIFIC REQUESTS September 21, 2005 (27)
Cher Millis, Artist, appeared and distributed folders of her work and information to the Board re: details in establishing a Resident Artist Studio in the Village at 227 Main St. She applied for a tentative grant writing seminar at the Saratoga Council of the Arts and just learned that after review of her project that she can’t get start up costs. She doesn’t need a letter of support/sponsorship from the Village as it has to come from a not-for-profit organization. She will be applying for not-for-profit status herself in the near future.
Frank Germaine, Turn Key Construction, appeared on behalf of Mike Carr to state that the rear property at 227 Main St has been paved allowing for 42 parking spaces (12 for tenants) and 30 for store and restaurant customers. Painted lines and lighting is forthcoming. The lot ties in with the parking lot of Jacks on Sherman Ave.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
CLERK – Clerk Estill was present, report of 9-21-05 read & filed.
Resolution #45 approved, adjustment to water/sewer rolls.
TREASURER – Treas Fuller was present, report of 9-21-05 read & filed.
Motion by Trustee Densmore, seconded by Trustee Woods approved payment of abstract #7: Payroll $39,319.02 General $54,641.48 Water $8,036.40 Sewer $1,543.63 and Reserves $35,556.68 Carried – 4 – 0
Board discussed what to do about Holiday decorations and lighting, what the present inventory is and what needs to be purchased. Kate Halliday offered to help again this year.
Treas Fuller said if any are interested in participating in BJ’s membership at a cost of $21.40 to see him soon.
FIRE DEPT – Chief Kelley was present.
Trustee Denno reported that a monument is being donated by Densmore Funeral Home & Dick Lucia. Behind this will be three flags (25ft American flag from Washington, a 20ft State flag donated by Dick Lucia, and 20ft Dept flag on each side) at a total cost of $2,770 for the flag poles with funds paid out of soft costs for the firehouse. Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved expenditure for the flag poles. Carried – 4 – 0
She also said three quotes were received for 18” lettering for the front of the firehouse as follows: $4,650; $5,400; and $13,000 with Kendra Schieber of the Sign Studio being the lowest. Motion by Trustee Densmore, seconded by Trustee Woods approved the Sign Studio do the lettering before 10-16-05 with funds paid by the firehouse project. Carried – 4 – 0 Chief Kelley said plans are underway for the ribbon cutting ceremony.
POLICE – Chief Kane was present.
DPW/WATER/WWTP – Supt Lozier was excused.
Trustee Woods said that Supt Lozier would like to retain the 1990 Volvo rather than dispose of it; Board agreed.
The Mayor spoke about the replacement/repair of the wall on Maple St between Mill St and the Cumberland Farms. Changes in procedures could mean leaving sections of the wall in place that are in good shape, removing portions that aren’t, and re-facing the entire wall with a decorative stone. This could save expense. At the end of the meeting, the Board will decide on the stone, and the Mayor will contact Engineer Ernie Gailor and SNK Contractor rep.
BUILDING INSPECTOR – Insp Neville was present, report for Aug 4-Sept 17 read & filed.
The Mayor referred to a letter from Joyce LaComb, 3 Heath St, re: 510 Palmer Ave. Insp Neville said he met Ms LaComb and gave her some suggestions within her house. He also said that the work was done per DEC guidelines.

September 21, 2005 (28)
ATTORNEY/PLANNING & ZONING BOARD – Atty Avigdor was excused, his report of 9-20-05 and Zoning Board of Appeals minutes for Sept. 8, ’05 read & filed.
The Mayor requested an executive session to discuss a litigation matter.

OLD BUSINESS
Creation of a Corinth Local Development Corp (LDC) pending meeting of the Jt Econ Dev Cmte on Sept. 26th.
Repair of the upper reservoir valve pit pending. Trustee Denno said that one quote was received so far.
Action re: the 150-200 foot section on the north side of Hamilton Ave for parking was tabled. The Mayor asked Trustee Woods and Supt Lozier to get together and view the area for options.
Input from the Planning Board on the proposed sign law dated 6-13-05 pending.
Additional bicycle law signs and wordage for same pending.
Recommendations to conserve energy expense pending input from Chief Kane and Supt Lozier.
Resolution for Mayor to execute the UBS agreement pending input from Atty Avigdor.
The Mayor reported that the application prepared by Camoin Assoc with our assistance for a $650,000 Small Cities Block grant was not approved. The Clerk was directed to place a notice in the P/S News re: this matter.
The Village received 21 applications from Village & Town residents for the Village Clerk position. Trustee Lescault excused herself from the Cmte reviewing applications because her daughter was one of the applicants. The Mayor appointed Trustee Densmore to serve on the Cmte along with himself.
Board discussed the quotes rec’d for the 620ft of iron railing to be placed at the Palmer Ave retaining wall project. Following much discussion, motion by Trustee Woods, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved Precision Welding perform the work at a cost of $19,750 which includes a much more decorative and safe railing. Carried – 4 – 0
The Mayor reported that all Deeds of Easements for the Maple St and Palmer Ave projects have been received except one from B.A.G. Corinth #197, L.P. (Evergreen Plaza) which is expected shortly.

NEW BUSINESS
Resolution #46 approved, Resignation of Bonnie Potter from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Kate Halliday expressed an interest in serving on the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Mayor stated that a real estate arm of NY City investment firm Phillips International purchased the International Paper Co property Sept. 16, ’05. There is very little information about what the property will be used for but a meeting is forthcoming to learn more about it.
Trustee Densmore said that Louise Carney has submitted an application to the Saratoga Arts Council for the possibility of getting a concert in the park next summer. The Mayor wrote a letter of support in this matter to go with the application.

PUBLIC COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS September 21, 2005 (29)

Natalie Williams, owner of the Gift Garden/Adirondack Critters at 231A Main St, appeared about the number of adults and some kids hanging around the front area of her shop. The Police have been helpful. She has heard that possibly a tattoo parlor may be occupying one of the store fronts next to her and is concerned with the type of clientele it would attract. She asked if there is any specific zoning that would prohibit such a business. The Mayor asked Insp Neville to check the zoning code. He stated that most businesses are required to come before the Planning Board or Zoning Board and make application to open a business. He suggested Ms. Williams stay in contact with these Boards.
Frank Germain supports Ms. Williams and her position on people hanging around, and on having undesirable businesses that do not project a good image for the Village. Trustee Densmore said she would like to see only retail type stores on Main St. Kate Halliday also supports Ms. Williams position. Chief Kane spoke about loitering and the few instances that an arrest can be made.
Bill Fuller, speaking as a resident, said that he doesn’t think the public realizes the job the Mayor is doing. His control, courtesy and management of numerous critical situations has gone very well.
BOARD COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS – none.
David Mullen appeared at the close of the meeting to ask about the paint for the railing for the Palmer Ave project. The Mayor told Mr. Mullen that the Board acted on the bids received earlier in the meeting. Mr. Mullen handed his quote to the Mayor which was read noting a quote of $12,600 with delivery one month after awarded. The Mayor said that he would be discussing this matter with Atty Avigdor.

ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Woods that Board adjourns to executive session to discuss a litigation matter, 7:45 PM. Carried – 4 - 0
At 8:37 PM, Board reconvened. Motion by Trustee Denno, seconded by Trustee Lescault that Board adjourns. Carried – 4 – 0

Wallace H. Estill Clerk