Village Board Minutes

July, 5, 2006 (8)

A regular meeting of the Village Board was held July 5, 2006, 6:00 PM at the Corinth Firehouse, 16 Saratoga Ave.

Mayor Winslow called the meeting to order and Trustee Lescault led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call: Trustees Denno, Densmore, and Lescault were present; Trustee Enekes was excused.

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Denno approved the minutes of public hearing and regular meeting June 21, ’06 as typed.
Carried – 3 – 0

Mayor Winslow announced that Grahame Champagne, member of several Village committees, was injured in an accident at his home and would be undergoing surgery.  The Village Board is sending a get-well card and invited others to sign it.

CORRESPONDENCE

Mayor Winslow read a letter from Mike Vasiliou, of Va Va Voom Land Development Company, requesting that the Board approve an additional water supply to the Hudson Grove Water District.  Mr. Vasilou wants to supply water to 20 new homes to be built along East River Drive.  Atty Avigdor commented that this would require a Board resolution and a contract with an entity, such as the town of Lake Luzerne.  Atty Avigdor also commented that as a resident of Dayton Drive in the Hudson Grove water district he feels the low water pressure issues in that area should be addressed before adding new homes.  Mayor Winslow tabled the issue until the Board can confer with Supt Lozier.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CLERK – Clerk Colson was present, report of 7/5/06 read & filed.

Resolution #18 approved, mayoral signature on Records Management grant acceptance forms.

Motion by Trustee Denno, seconded by Trustee Lescault approved publication of schedule of hydrant flushing, July 24 – July 27, in the Pennysaver News.
Carried – 3 – 0

Mayor Winslow mentioned that the Independence Day celebration will be held July 8 with many activities at Jessup’s Landing Park and the Village Beach.  The full schedule of events is on the website under Events & Celebrations.

TREASURER – Treas Fuller was excused, report for 7/5/06 read & filed.

Motion by Trustee Densmore, seconded by Trustee Denno approved payment of abstract #3: Payroll $41,461.26; General $111,704.91; Water $4,758.36; Sewer $1,835.14; Reserves $5,185.28.
Carried – 3 – 0

FIRE DEPT – Chief Denton was present, report of 6/2006 read & filed.

The fencing for the firehouse retaining wall has been ordered at the cost of $3,381.  The fencing is 4 feet tall, black aluminum, and will be installed by the DPW.

POLICE DEPT – Chief Kane was present, report for 6/21/06 – 7/5/06 read & filed.

Resolution #19 approved, hiring Joshua Welch as part-time police officer.

Resolution #20 approved, hiring Jason Rittner as part-time data entry for police department.

Mayor Winslow commended the Police Department on the success of the Bike Rodeo, although attendance was slightly lower than last year there were many happy children.  Chief Kane stated that all credit should go to Officer Lou Somma; he does an excellent job with this event every year.

DPW/WATER/WWTP – Supt Lozier was excused.

BUILDING INSPECTOR – Insp Neville was present, report of 6/8/06 – 7/5/06 read & filed.

Mayor Winslow asked about the progression of work on a house on Oak Street.  The mayor expressed concern about the lack of a railing on the porch.  Insp Neville stated building permits are issued for 6 months with the possibility of 2-3 month extensions.  The permit on Oak Street was issued in February and Insp Neville feels work has been progressing.

Atty Avigdor pointed out that if the Bldg Insp feels work on a building is being done inappropriately he has the authority to issue a stop work order.

The permit has been issued for work to begin at 338 Main Street, Insp Neville investigated odor complaints and feels they are unfounded.  Trustee Denno asked him to check back when it rains to see if there is an odor then.  If there is a health issue that would need to be determined by the Health Officer.  Insp Neville has also checked the basement and found no standing water.

ATTORNEY – Atty Avigdor was present, report for 7/5/06 was read & filed.

Atty Avigdor requested an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

Mayor Winslow inquired into the status of changes to the water contracts and changes to the code regarding the handicap space on Warren Street.  Atty Avigdor will check the status of the water contracts and is waiting for a measurement from DPW on the handicap space.

OLD BUSINESS

Status of the proposed sign law tabled pending input from County Planning.

Discussion of the Police Dept generator tabled until next meeting.

Chief Denton stated that there are no demos available of the sound system being considered for the firehouse.  The Fireman’s Association is still willing to split the cost with the Village.  No action was taken at this time.

NEW BUSINESS

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved a coin drop to be conducted by the Corinth EMS the weekend of August 5-6 on Maple Street.
Carried – 3 – 0

PUBLIC COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS

Barbara Weatherwax questioned if the Board had any new knowledge of Philmet’s plans and activities at the mill property.  The Mayor stated they are aware of removal of scrap materials.  Ms. Weatherwax also asked if the Board had any input on rumors about people from Philmet staying at Alpine Campgrounds – the Board had no input.

Bob Kelley requested that the Town of Luzerne be asked to find their own water supply within a certain time frame (i.e. three years) to dissolve the Hudson Grove water district.  He requested something similar when J.T. Murphy was mayor and it was being considered at that time. 

Mike Woodcock asked about the limited visibility leaving Rite Aid parking lot, due to the fence on Palmer Ave.  Jim Murray commented that the current entrance will not change with the redesign of the property.  Chief Kane agreed that visibility is a definite problem in that area.  Mayor Winslow asked Insp Neville to look into the spacing requirements of the fencing.  Atty Avigdor suggested that the Board review the plans for the Rite Aid renovation in order to decided what remedy would be appropriate.  Mayor Winslow stated the Board would look into possible solutions.

BOARD COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS – none.

ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Denno that the Board adjourn to executive session to discuss pending litigation, 6:45 PM.
Carried – 3 – 0

Board reconvened at 7:42 PM.

Resolution #21 approved, to engage special council in selected non-union employee discipline matters.

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Denno that the Board adjourn, 7:45 PM.
Carried – 3 – 0

Nicole M. Colson
Clerk