The Audit/Workshop Meeting was held on May 29, 2014 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall.
PRESENT:
Supervisor Chipman Councilwoman Chackin Councilman Spano
Town Clerk Gundberg Attorney Christiana ( 6:45)
ABSENT:
Councilman Cilenti Councilman Drabkin
PLEDGE:
Supervisor Chipman opened the meeting and Mike Baden led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF BILLS:
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to approve the following bills as audited this date
General Fund Abstract 4 of 2014 $ 47,576.51
Highway Fund Abstract 4 of 2014 $ 14,049.18
Street Lighting $ 399.32
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$ 62,025.01
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin motion carried
SGT. SHAWN FARRELL II MEMORIAL HWY:
Town Resident Peter Nelson sent a letter of request to the Town Board asking for support in passing a resolution naming a section of Route 209 in Accord after Sgt. Shawn Farrell. Supervisor Chipman stated he looked into the process of this and found that resolution 322-NN passed by the Assembly naming Route 209 from Spring Glen to the intersection of Route 209/ 9W in Kingston the Clinton Peg Leg Bates Memorial Highway. He asked if the Board had any other suggestions.
Councilman Spano suggested the Town section of Route 44/55 through the overlook. All agreed that this was a great idea; Supervisor Chipman stated he would find the town line locations and ask the input of the other Councilpersons that were not in attendance and bring it to a vote at the June Town Board meeting.
ZONING FEES:
There was a discussion on a list of zoning fee changes for the Town. Councilwoman Chachkin compared the prices to other towns and stated that, “the fees are still on lower side compared to other Towns except for double wide trailers and signage. The increases in fees seem reasonable”. Supervisor Chipman stated that the fees haven’t changed in almost 20 years. And he would like Councilman Drabkin to review the fees as well and the board will vote on it at the June Town Board meeting.”
ZONING/ SUBDIVISION CODE CHANGES:
Supervisor Chipman stated that the code changes are complete and ready for public hearing.
Councilwoman Chachkin stated that after Councilman Drabkin met with the CEO and Planning and Zoning department he now agrees that it would be best to include the final 15% in with the completed 85%. It was asked that the Town Board amend the previous charge.
Resolution # 66 -2014:
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman to amend charge to include the 15%.
Seconded by Councilman Spano 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman to enter into executive session at 5:51pm to discuss a personnel issue.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to reconvene the meeting at 6:13 stating no action taken nor monies expended.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
GOODMAN CODE ENFORCEMENT APPEAL:
Sandra Goodman filed an appeal against the Code Enforcement Officer’s decision on condemning a multi-family dwelling located at 22 & 24 Leghorn Rd. According to Town Code Chapter 66 -5E The Town Board must set a hearing date within 30 days of the appeal, appoint a hearing officer and notify Ms. Goodman within 5 days of said hearing.
Resolution # 67 -2014:
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to schedule the appeal hearing for 6/11/2014 at 5:30pm at the Town Hall. The Town Board further appoints Councilman Drabkin to serve as the hearing officer contingent upon being qualified.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
BUSH OPEN DEVELOPMENT:
A Motion was made by Supervisor Chipman to forward Clifford Bush’s application to the Town of Rochester Planning Board.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
CAMP EPWORTH UNLISTED USAGE- “ANIMAL SANCTUARY”:
Camp Epworth is looking to have an animal sanctuary on their property located in an R-3 district. The Town Board can grant this usage upon reviewing that particular use in that particular zoning district but it will be allowed in all R-3 districts if approved. Currently in that district agriculture animal and agriculture tourism is allowed. The board agreed that it would be in the best interest to define Animal Sanctuary, and amend the code allowing such use.
HAPPENY/NESS “KENNEL USE” IN R-5 DISTRICT:
An application was submitted for a Kennel in the R-5 district. The use of Kennels is allowed in other districts of the town and in the proposed zoning changes it recommends allowing Kennel use in the R-5 district. Rather than make an amendment allowing such use the board agreed to wait till the zoning changes go through.
TOWN OF ROCHESTER SIGNAGE:
It was discussed to have the Historic Preservation Commission develop the parameters of the Town of Rochester signs. Once the size and language is put together the board can advertise for the contest.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to enter into executive session at 6:39 pm to discuss a personnel issue.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to reconvene the meeting at 7:02 stating no action taken nor monies expended.
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
ADJOURNMENT:
A Motion was made by Councilman Spano to adjourn the meeting at 7:03 pm
Seconded by: Councilwoman Chachkin 3-0 aye, motion carried
Cilenti, Drabkin- absent
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen A. Gundberg
Town Clerk