2010 October Town Board Minutes

A Continuation of Public Hearing was held on October 7, 2010 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall Re: Enacting new Chapter 102 of the Town Code of the Town of Rochester.

 

PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman              Councilwoman Archer     Councilman Cilenti              
Councilwoman Michailescu        Councilman Spano                Town Clerk Gundberg               
PLEDGE:

 

Supervisor opened the meeting and Gerry Fornino led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

 

Supervisor Chipman gave the audience a little background on some guidelines presented from NYS DEC in July on regulations for Outdoor Wood Boilers and read the intent from The Board of the proposed Local Law as follows:

 

Proposed Local Law #3-2010 Outdoor Furnaces

 

102-1 Legislative intent and Purpose.

 

Although outdoor furnaces may provide an economical alternative to conventional heating systems, concerns have been raised regarding the safety and environmental impact of these heating devices, particularly the emission of offensive odors and potential health effects of uncontrolled emissions. This chapter is intended to ensure that outdoor furnaces are utilized in a manner that does not create a nuisance and is not detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the Town.

 

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:

 

One Resident has owned his Outdoor Woodstove for 15 years. He works hard at being neighbor friendly and gave examples to The Board and the public on ways to make their outdoor woodstove user friendly at no additional costs. He created a system within his central boiler that keeps him from not only smoking himself out but also his neighbors.

 

Several residents spoke out against the outdoor woodstoves. One resident gave an example of being smoked out of her home and was forced to spend a night in her basement. Her breathing was compromised, and breathing the smoke can cause future health risks. She feels the outdoor woodstoves shouldn’t be allowed in residential areas. Another resident suggested The Board to seriously consider banning outdoor furnaces. He also stated that, “the only way to assure smoke will not be an issue is to require stack height high enough to get the smoke up and away from the source.”  

 

One Resident stated that NYSDEC is planning on passing a law in April 2011, and stated he is in favor of the concept but The Town should possibly wait and see what the state does this coming spring. He also stated that we should look into some of the existing regulations for example NYS offense odor regulations. We should focus on how we are going to be able to enforce these laws.

 

One Resident spoke on behalf the Independence Party. He stated by passing these regulations how are they going to be regulated and enforced? It’s important to enforce the laws we have, we are over regulating everything we do. We need to have a safe approach and be neighbor friendly.

 

One resident who has owned his outdoor woodstove for 16 years stated there are health and safety benefits when used appropriately when you have an outdoor furnace. He stated that his daughter has asthma and the indoor woodstove made her breathing compromised. He stated he is against the spark arrestors, why have more unnecessary regulations?

 

Supervisor Chipman thanked everyone for their input, and The Board agreed they would make some adjustments and look into the regulations and to continue the Public Hearing.

 

PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to continue the Public Hearing on 10/28/2010 at 7pm with the Audit Workshop Meeting immediately following

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu                   5-0aye,  motion carried
                                                                

 

Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen A. Gundberg
Town Clerk
The Town Board Meeting was held on October 7, 2010 at 7:35 pm at the Town Hall.

 

PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman                       Councilwoman Archer          Councilman Cilenti        
Councilwoman Michailescu     Councilman Spano                Town Clerk Gundberg               

 

Supervisor Chipman called the meeting to order.
RONDOUT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT UPDATE:
RVCS Superintendent Agostaro gave a brief presentation on progress within the School District.  There was discussion of ownership of the Kerhonkson pool. Thanks to the traffic light on Main St. Accord students from the Marbletown Elementary School are now able to attend The Town’s after school program. The RVCSD for the first time is offering night classes for example defensive driving courses, cooking courses, knitting course, ESL and GED courses. Superintendent Agostaro stated to start looking for Sporting and Music events schedules posted in local areas around the district.
ULSTER COUNTY LEGISLATIVE REPORT-
UC LEGISLATOR TERRY BERNARDO;
Honorable Terry Bernardo presented updates within The Town and County. She stated that the County budget proposal was presented with no tax increase. The Legislature will hold three public hearings in November in Kingston, Saugerties, and Shawangunk. On the Town topic Legislator Bernardo discussed movie productions held throughout the Town of Rochester over the summer, and believes that the release of these movies will cause a ripple effect throughout the Towns and surrounding Towns and it will be great to recognize different locations. She has also been working on establishing a lower speed limit on Kyserike rd between Lucas and 209.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Mike Baden The Town representative for the County Planning Board mentioned Recreation Trail funding, and Park funding grants that The Town may be interested in looking into. He stated that The Planning Board held a workshop meeting on 10/05/2010 to discuss the new code, he along with the Planning secretary are working on an informative packet on the process & completion of filing for subdivisions, the packet includes phone numbers and websites that people may use in making their paperwork a smoother process. There was also a discussion on a fee for lot line adjustments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to approve the minutes of the 09/02/2010 Public Hearing; Outdoor Woodstoves, & 9/02/2010 Regular Town Board Meeting, & 09/30/2010 Audit Workshop Meeting.
Seconded by: Councilman Spano                                   motion carried
SUPERVISORS REPORT:  filed with the Town Clerk.
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED:
During the month of October, Archival Records will be on display at the Town Clerk’s
Office during regular business hours. Everyone is welcome to view the Town’s Historic
Past.

 

SUPERVISOR’S UPDATE:
Nothing to report.
LEGAL MATTERS:  
No updates on the Assessment cases filed, and Mombaccus still hasn’t filed appeal.
LIAISON REPORTS:
Councilwoman Archer: ECC: no meeting was held. Nothing to report
Councilman Cilenti: nothing to report
Councilwoman Michailescu:  YC: BASEBALL program – funded by NYS Children and Family Services – met its objectives; exceptional comments were revealed by the surveys.
BASKETBALL; Registration began to keep the cost the same it was decided NOT to do trophies this year (with trophies – $10 extra) RENT-A-KID program had one new applicant and 2 referrals in Sept. TREE LIGHTING – on Fri, November 19, 5 pm at the Town Hall. The Youth Department is asking for help in getting more community support and suggestions to improve the event. HPC: Focus was on the timetable for the completion of the Veterans Park project for Nov. 11 decision that the NAME remains the initial one, VETERANS’ PARK stakes mark now the spots for the monuments; the stones have been brought to the park area budget for next year to include benches (and their shipping, foundations)
Councilman Spano: nothing to report

 

OLD BUSINESS:
Councilwoman Archer wanted to address to the Town Board the missed opportunity created by a lack of communication between Law enforcement, The Town and residents of Rochester when the burglaries took place. Supervisor Chipman stated he would look into who needs to be contacted in an effort to work together and reach out to out Community to make people more aware.

 

The Board discussed the comments made during the Public Hearing held on the Outdoor Woodstoves. All were in agreement to continue the public hearing scheduled before the October Audit Workshop Meeting.

 

NEW BUSINESS:
TENTATIVE BUDGET:

 

Supervisor Chipman stated to The Board that the Tentative budget has been filed with the Town Clerk, and copies are in their folders.

 

REVAL UPDATE:

 

Valley Appraisal Service gave a residential field review for the month of September. 515 properties were inspected and info on another 800 parcels are projected to be collected during the month of October.

 

BID FOR HAULING HIGHWAY MATERIALS:

 

Resolution # 107-10:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to advertise for sealed bids for Trucking of Road Material price per ton per mile to Town of Rochester Krum Road gravel Bank and/or Town Barn. Bids are due on or before 10/27/2010 at 11am at the Town Clerk’s Office. The Town Board has the right to reject any and all bids.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu                   5-0 aye, motion carried
ADVERTISEMENT FOR 4WD PICK UP TRUCK FOR BUILDS/ GRDS & TRANSFER STATION:

 

Resolution # 108-10:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to advertise for a 4WD pickup truck as specified by the Town Supervisor. Bids are due on or before 10/27/2010 at 11:10am at the Town Clerk’s Office. The Town Board has the right to reject any and all bids.

 

Seconded by: Councilman Spano                           5-0 aye, motion carried
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:

 

Establishing the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as Ulster County’s Standard for Emergency Incident Management- Emergency Management/ Emergency Communications.

 

Resolution # 109-10:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti and seconded by Councilman Spano that,

 

WHEREAS, the National Commission of Terrorist Attacks (The 911 Commission) recommended adoption of a standardized Incident Command System’ and

 

WHEREAS, President of the United States, in Homeland Security Directive (HSPD-5) directed the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security to develop and administer a National Incident Management System (NIMS) which would provide a consistent nationwide approach for Federal, State, Local and Tribal governments to work together more efficiently to prepare for, prevent, respond to and recover from domestic incidents, regardless of cause, size, or complexity, and

 

WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable that all Federal, State, Local and Tribal emergency agencies and personnel coordinate their efforts to effectively and efficiently provide the highest levels of incident management, and

 

WHEREAS, to facilitate the most efficient and effective incident management, it is critical that Federal, State, Local and Tribal organizations utilize standardized terminology, standardized organizational structures, interoperable communications, consolidated action plans, unified command structures, uniform personnel qualification standards for planning, training and exercising, comprehensive resource management and designated incident facilities during emergencies or disasters, and

 

WHEREAS, the NIMS standardized procedures for managing personnel, communications, facilities and resources will improve the Town’s ability to utilize Federal funding to enhance local and state agency readiness, maintain first responder safety and streamline incident management training processes, and

 

WHEREAS, the Incident Command System component of NIMS is already an integral part of various incident management activities throughout Ulster County, including current emergency management training programs, and

 

WHEREAS, HSPD-5 requires Federal departments and agencies to make adoption of the NIMS by State, Tribal and Local organizations a condition for Federal preparedness assistance beginning in the fiscal year 2005, and

 

WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice/ Public Safety/ STOP DWI Committee has met and reviewed said request with a majority of the members voting approval.

 

RESLOVED, that the Town of Rochester does hereby establish the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the Town of Rochester’s standard for emergency incident management,

 

And moves its adoption.
                                                                5-0 aye, motion carried

 

CHANGE OF VENUE FOR NOVEMBER MEETING:

 

Resolution # 110-10:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to will hold the 11/18/2010 Audit Workshop Meeting at the Rochester 2 Firehouse on Samsonville Rd.

 

Seconded by: Councilman Spano                           5-0 aye, motion carried         
GLF RD ABONDONMENT:

 

There was a brief discussion about the closing of GLF rd.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:

 

No comments made.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to enter into executive session at 9:00 pm
with Wayne Kelder to discuss personnel matters and contract agreements.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                        motion carried
                                                                

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to reconvene the meeting at 9:26pm with no action taken nor monies expended.

 

Seconded by: Councilman Spano                                   motion carried

 

ADJOURNMENT:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to adjourn the meeting at 9:27pm.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                        motion carried

 

Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen A. Gundberg
Town Clerk
A Special Meeting of the Town Board was held on October 25, 2010 at 2:00pm at the Town Hall.

 

PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman                       Councilman Cilenti        Councilwoman Michailescu     
Town Clerk Gundberg               

 

ABSENT:
Councilwoman Archer                     Councilman Spano                
Supervisor Chipman called the meeting to order.
The Preliminary budget of the Town of Rochester for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2011, including general funds, highway funds, fire protection fire district, and light district funds, has been completed and filed in the Office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Rochester, where it is available for inspection by any interested person during office hours.
PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR PRELIMINARY BUDGET:
Resolution # 111-2010:
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman that the Town Board of the Town of Rochester shall hold a public hearing on said preliminary budget on 11/04/2010 at 7:00pm, showing such changes, alterations and revisions as shall have been made therein by the Town Board of the Town of Rochester, and that the Town Clerk advertise the same.
Seconded by: Councilman Cilenti                         3-0 aye, motion carried
ADJOURNMENT:
A Motion was made by Councilwoman Michailescu to adjourn the meeting at 2:02pm.
Seconded by: Councilman Cilenti                         motion carried

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Kathleen A. Gundberg
Town Clerk

 

A Continuation of Public Hearing was held on October 28, 2010 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall Re: Enacting new Chapter 102 of the Town Code of the Town of Rochester.

 

PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman              Councilwoman Archer     Councilman Cilenti              
Councilwoman Michailescu        Town Clerk Gundberg               

 

ABSENT:
Councilman Spano

 

PLEDGE:

 

Supervisor opened the meeting and Town Clerk Gundberg led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

 

Proposed Local Law #3-2010 Outdoor Furnaces

 

102-1 Legislative intent and Purpose.

 

Although outdoor furnaces may provide an economical alternative to conventional heating systems, concerns have been raised regarding the safety and environmental impact of these heating devices, particularly the emission of offensive odors and potential health effects of uncontrolled emissions. This chapter is intended to ensure that outdoor furnaces are utilized in a manner that does not create a nuisance and is not detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the Town.

 

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:

 

One resident asked if the proposed Local Law was on the website and asked if any changes have been made.

 

One resident felt that the proposed local law is not necessary. He stated that the Town should look into the ECON rules of New York State. He feels this law is a burden upon our Town residents and the Town should wait until New York State takes action, allowing for the expense to be spread over all New York State taxpayers, rather than Town of Rochester taxpayers. He stated that there was a Typo in section 102-5 A. “which includes” should be removed. He also questioned why the permit required fee was removed. Supervisor Chipman stated the fee was removed because it prevents the law from being amended if the permit fee is increased.

 

Another resident whose neighbor’s outdoor woodstove has caused health and financial burdens to themselves and fellow neighbors, suggested that the woodstoves should be banned in the summer months, and a required stack heights should made especially for those that live in hamlets or developments.

 

One resident stated that he has attended all the Public Hearings and stated that he only heard 2 complaints and feels that it is not necessary to create a law. He feels that we are over regulating our Town and The Board should be managing the Town not the people.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to close the Public Hearing at 7:27pm

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu                   4-0aye,  motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent
                                                                

 

Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen A. Gundberg
Town Clerk
The Audit/Workshop Meeting was held on October 28, 2010 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall.

 

PRESENT:

 

Supervisor Chipman              Councilwoman Archer     Councilman Cilenti                      
Councilwoman Michailescu        Town Clerk Gundberg     

 

ABSENT:

 

Councilman Spano

 

LOCAL LAW #3-2010 THE TOWN OF ROCHESTER HEREBY ENACTS NEW CHAPTER 102 OF THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF ROCHESTER: OUTDOOR FURNACES

 

Resolution # 112-2010:

 

A Motion was made by Councilwoman Archer and seconded by Councilwoman Michailescu that, the Town of Rochester hereby enacts new Chapter 102 of the Town Code of the Town of Rochester: Outdoor Furnaces with the amendment of the typo of section 102-5 (A) removing the words “which includes”,

 

BE IT ENACTED BY THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF ROCHESTER
AS FOLLOWS:

 

Section 1 – The Town of Rochester hereby enacts new Chapter 102 of the Town Code of
the Town of Rochester to read as follows:

 

OUTDOOR FURNACES

 

§ 102-1. Legislative Intent and Purpose.

 

       Although outdoor furnaces may provide an economical alternative to conventional heating systems, concerns have been raised regarding the safety and environmental impact of these heating devices, particularly the emission of offensive odors and potential health effects of uncontrolled emissions. This chapter is intended to ensure that outdoor furnaces are utilized in a manner that does not create a nuisance and is not detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the Town.
           It is very strongly recommended that residents interested in purchasing and installing an outside furnace check with the Code Enforcement Officer before actually purchasing and installing a new system in order to avoid unnecessary expenses.

 

§102-2. Definitions.

 

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
EPA APPROVED
An outdoor wood-burning furnace device that has been tested and demonstrated to meet current United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emission standards for such device and has received certification of approval from EPA.
FIREWOOD
Trunks and branches of trees and bushes, but does not include leaves, needles, vines or brush.
OUTDOOR FURNACE/OUTDOOR SOLID FUEL HEATING DEVICE
Any equipment, device or apparatus, or any part thereof, which is installed, affixed or situated outdoors for the primary purpose of combustion of fuel to produce heat or energy used as a component of a heating system providing heat for any interior space.
UNTREATED LUMBER
Dry wood which has been milled and dried but which has not been treated or combined with any petroleum product, chemical, preservative, glue, adhesive, stain, paint or other substance.
STACK or CHIMNEY — Any vertical structure enclosing a flue or flues that carry off smoke or exhaust from a solid fuel fired heating device or structure, including that part of the structure extending above a roof.

 

§ 102-3 Permit Required; Fee.

 

No person shall cause, allow or maintain the use of an outdoor furnace within the Town of Rochester without first having obtained a permit from the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer and a copy of the regulations from the Town of Rochester. The permit fees will be established from time to time by the Town Board. Application for permit shall be made to the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer on the forms provided.

 

§102-4 Existing Outdoor Furnaces.

 

Any outdoor furnace in existence on the effective date of this chapter shall be permitted to remain, provided that the owner applies for and receives a permit from the Town Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer within 90 days of such effective date; provided, however, that upon the effective date of this chapter, all provisions hereof, except §102-5(C),(J) shall immediately apply to existing outdoor furnaces. All of the provisions of this chapter shall continue to apply to existing outdoor furnaces which receive permits except §102-5(C),(J). If the owner of an existing outdoor furnace does not receive a permit within 90 days of the effective date of this chapter, the outdoor furnace shall be removed. “Existing” or “In Existence” means that the outdoor furnace is in place on the site.

 

§102-5 Specific Requirements.

 

A.      Permitted fuel. Only firewood, untreated lumber, and solid fuels as prescribed by the manufacturer are permitted to be burned in any outdoor furnace. Burning of any and all other materials in an outdoor furnace is prohibited.

 

B.      Permitted zones. Outdoor furnaces shall be permitted in any Zoning District as shown on the Town’s Zoning Map.

 

C.      Minimum lot size. Outdoor furnaces shall be permitted only on lots of one acre or more.

 

D.       Setbacks. Outdoor furnaces shall be set back not less than 75 feet from the property line and shall not be located in the front of the lot or less than 25 feet from the structure to be heated. The distance of the setback from a structure to be heated used for agricultural purposes in an Agricultural District do not apply.

 

E.       All outdoor furnaces shall be equipped with properly functioning spark arrestors or chimney caps as recommended by the manufacturer.

 

F.      Chimney height and location.
(1)~~   If located 50 feet or less to any residence not served by the furnace, the stack must be at least two feet higher than the eave line of that residence.
(2)~~   If located more than 50 feet but no more than 100 feet to any residence not served by the furnace, the stack must be at least 75% of the height of the eave line of that residence, plus an additional five feet.

 

(3)~~   If located more than 100 feet but no more than 150 feet to any residence not served by the furnace, the stack must be at least 50% of the eave line of that residence, plus an additional five feet.
(4)~~    If located more than 150 feet but no more than 200 feet to any residence not served by the furnace, the stack must be at least 25% of the height of the eave line of that residence, plus an additional five feet.

 

(5)        Notwithstanding, §102-5(F)(1) – (4) herein, the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer upon inspection of any outdoor furnace may alter the appropriate chimney/stack height for an individual furnace, if circumstances dictate that such alteration is necessary in the interest of public safety.

 

G.      The minimum stack height for any solid fuel-fired heating device shall meet or exceed the manufacturer’s guidelines.
H.       Any existing non-complying stack shall be removed, replaced or modified within a period of 60 days from the receipt of a notice generated from the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer.

 

I.       All stacks or chimneys must be so constructed to withstand high winds or other related elements.

 

J.      Outdoor furnaces must be EPA approved.

 

§102-6 Suspension of Permit.

 

A.~      A permit issued pursuant to this chapter may be suspended as the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer may determine to be necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the residents of the Town of Rochester if any of the following conditions occur;

 

(1)     The emissions from the outdoor furnace interfere with the reasonable enjoyment of life or property;
(2)~    The emissions from the outdoor furnace cause damage to vegetation or property;

 

B.~     A suspended permit may be reinstated once the condition which resulted in suspension is remedied and reasonable assurance is given that such condition will not recur. Recurrence of a condition which has previously resulted in suspension of a permit shall be considered a violation of this chapter subject to the penalties provided in §~102-7 hereof.

 

§102-7 Penalties for Offense.

 

A. Violations. A violation of this chapter is hereby declared to be an offense, punishable by a fine not exceeding $350 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed six months, or both, for conviction of a first offense; for conviction of a second offense, both of which were committed within a period of five years, punishable by a fine not less than $350 nor more than $700 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed six months, or both; and upon conviction for a third or subsequent offense, all of which were committed within a period of five years, punishable by a fine not less than $700 nor more than $1,000 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed six months, or both. However, for the purpose of conferring jurisdiction upon courts, provisions of law relating to misdemeanors shall apply to such violations. Each week’s continued violation shall constitute a separate additional violation. The owners or occupants of premises upon which prohibited acts occur shall be jointly and severally liable for violations of this chapter. Any fine imposed hereunder shall, until paid, constitute a lien upon the real property where the outdoor furnace is located.

 

B.~ Appropriate Town actions. In case any outdoor furnace is erected, constructed, altered, converted or maintained or any outdoor furnace is used in violation of this chapter or of any ordinance or other regulation made under authority conferred thereby, the proper local authorities of the Town, in addition to other remedies, may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent such unlawful erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, conversion, maintenance or use of an outdoor furnace(s) to restrain, correct or abate such violation; to prevent the use of an outdoor furnace(s); or to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business or use, in or about such outdoor furnace(s); and upon the failure or refusal of the proper local officer, board or body of the Town to institute any such appropriate action or proceeding for a period of 10 days after written request by a resident taxpayer of the Town so to proceed, any taxpayers of the Town residing in the district wherein such violation exists, who are jointly or severally aggrieved by such violation, may institute such appropriate action or proceeding in like manner as such local officer, board or body of the Town is authorized to do.

 

§102-8 Effect on other Regulations.

 

Nothing contained herein shall authorize or allow burning which is prohibited by codes, laws, rules or regulations promulgated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation or any other federal, state, regional or local agency. Outdoor furnaces, and any electrical, plumbing or other apparatus or device used in connection with an outdoor furnace shall be installed, operated and maintained in conformity with the manufacturer’s specifications and any and all local, state and federal codes, laws, rules and regulations. In case of conflict between any provision of this chapter and any applicable federal, state or local ordinances, codes, laws, rules or regulations, the more restrictive or stringent provision or requirement shall prevail. Outdoor furnaces must conform to all other applicable regulations of the Town’s Zoning.

 

Section 2 – This law shall become effective upon filing in the Office of the New York State Secretary of State.

 

Roll Call:

 

Councilwoman Archer:    aye
Councilman Cilenti:             nay
Councilwoman Michailescu:       aye
Supervisor Chipman:             aye
                                                                3-1, motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent

 

APPROVAL OF BILLS:

 

A Motion was made by Councilwoman Archer to approve the following bills as audited this date
                        General Fund 2010 Abstract 10           $          81,980.83  
                        Highway Fund 2010 Abstract 10           $          62,949.87
                        Street Lighting                                 $               406.33
                                                                        ______________
                                                                        
$        145,337.03

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu                           motion carried

 

KERHONKSON WATER:

 

Supervisor Chipman stated that a few residents living on Webster Ave. and Sheldon Dr. approached him with interest of becoming part of the Kerhonkson Water District. Councilwoman Archer asked what the role and responsibility the Town has to the water district owned by the Town of Wawarsing.

 

Resolution # 113-2010:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to authorize Supervisor Chipman to speak with the Town of Wawarsing on behalf of residents on Webster Ave. and Sheldon Dr. pertaining to the Kerhonkson Water District with no decisions made, and no commitment from the Town of Rochester without Town Board approval.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                4-0 aye, motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent
GLF ROAD:

 

Highway Superintendent stated he needed a letter from the Town of Rochester as an abounding owner stating that they have no objection to the closing of GLF Rd.

 

Resolution # 114-2010:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to authorize Supervisor Chipman to write a letter on behalf of the Town of Rochester Town Board there are no objections to the closing of GLF Rd.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                4-0 aye, motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent

 

4WD PICKUP TRUCK BID RESULTS:

 

No sealed bids were received. 4 quotes were received for the 4WD pickup.

 

Thorpes Pontiac GMC INC.
2011 GMC Sierra 3500 4WD 8ftF/SRC                       $ 28,700.00

 

Robert Green Chev-Olds Inc.
2011 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD 4X4                                $ 24,500.00

 

Hoselton Automall
2011 Chevy Silverado 4X4 3500HD MSRP
12-13 wk. Delivery date                                 $ 23,423.09

 

Albany Dodge
2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Reg F/S 4X4
60-90 day Delivery                                              $ 20,968.38
Resolution # 115-2010:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to authorize Supervisor Chipman to purchase the 4WD Pickup based on the quote received by Hoselton Automall in the amount of
$ 23,423.09.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Michailescu                   4-0 aye, motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent

 

HAULING OF ROAD MATERIAL:

 

Two sealed bids were received for the hauling of road material:

 

E.Tetz & Sons   $ 12.00/ ton

 

GAP Equip.              $ .18 per ton /per mile

 

Resolution # 116-2010:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti awarding the bidder GAP Equipment of Kerhonkson, NY for .18 per ton /per mile for the hauling of Road Material as specified in the request for the bid.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                4-0 aye, motion carried
                                                                Spano- Absent           
2011 PROPOSED BUDGET:
Supervisor Chipman stated to The Board that the Proposed budget has been filed with the Town Clerk, and copies are in their folders and the public hearing is scheduled for 11/4/10 at 7pm. The proposed budget has a 0.05 % tax increase.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to enter into executive session at 8:28pm
to discuss contract negotiations and personnel matters.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                motion carried
                                                                

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to reconvene the meeting at 9:34pm with no action taken nor monies expended.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                motion carried

 

ADJOURNMENT:

 

A Motion was made by Councilman Cilenti to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 pm.

 

Seconded by: Councilwoman Archer                                motion carried
                                                                                
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen A. Gundberg                                                                                                                     
 Town Clerk