Town of Rochester Town Board held the Regular Meeting on February 2, 2023 at 6:30 PM at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobacco Road, Accord, NY
Livestream Broadcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7ykop50cWmqPFUpgDjRSQ

PRESENT:

Councilman Michael Coleman Councilwoman Erin Enouen
Councilwoman Charlotte Smiseth Supervisor Michael Baden
Deputy Town Clerk Christina Ferrara

ABSENT:

Councilman Adam Paddock Town Clerk Kathleen Gundberg

Supervisor Baden called the meeting to order and led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
Resolution # 92-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth
Amendment: 4 additions to the agenda

The Town Board accepts the agenda, as prepared by the Town Supervisor with amendments to add paint recycling, broadband, constabulary and an executive session.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

PUBLIC COMMENT:

David Linscott: KAFAS: we now have volunteer and paid staff coverage 100% 24/7., Currently it is 90 hours of volunteer and 78 paid staff hours.

Town Board Opportunity to Respond to Public Comment

Councilwoman Smiseth thanked KAFAS for their dedication and hard work

SUPERVISOR’S FINANCIAL REPORT:

January 2023 report – Filed with the Town Clerk

January 2023 Financials
Revenue January 2023
General Fund $ 56,368.68
Highway Fund $ 3,718.74

Expenditures
Abstract 13-2022
General Fund $ 25,835.57
Highway Fund $ 16,057.09
Street Lighting Fund $ 899.34
Escrow Fund $ 5856.24
Abstract 1-2023
General Fund $ 173,141.22
Highway Fund $ 110,443.86
Street Lighting Fund $ 0
Escrow Fund $ 0
Escrow Closeout $ 280.00

Total Expenditures January 2023
General Fund $ 283,549.85
Highway Fund $ 177,091.94

SUPERVISOR’S CORRESPONDENCE REPORT:
– Correspondence from Congressman Pat Ryan
– Department of transportation : Local Highway Inventory Update
– UCRRA: paint recycling

Supervisor’s Update
Grant Updates
NY Rising – Alligerville Firehouse, Harold Lipton Community Center:
-Alligerville: all final invoices have been signed and submitted, expected to be 100 % complete by summer. Planning for an open house in March.

BridgeNY – Boice Mill Road Bridge: Bids will go out in the Spring and will be completed by the end of the year.

LGRMIF – Building Dept./Code Enforcement record conversion: the conversion has been complete and hoping to have final paperwork completed in the next couple of months.

ATTORNEY FOR THE TOWN REPORT:

Will discuss later in the agenda

TOWN CLERK/ TAX COLLECTOR REPORT:

Town Clerk: still waiting on dept. reports to complete the monthly, hope to have it by tomorrow.

Tax Collection: as of 1/31/2023: collected $ 5,365,717.95
2023 Tax Warrant for the Town has been satisfied in the amount of $ 2,995,810.83.
Big thank you to Christina Ferrara and Courtney Coffey for all their help!

HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Supervisor Baden thanked the Highway workers for all their work on recent snow storms.

DEPARTMENT UPDATES/ LIAISON REPORTS:

Councilwoman Enouen: Please don’t be outside too long this weekend.
CEO: the boxes of files have now been filed. Thank you and a great job to Alyssa. For the month of January 11 CO’s, 27 permits, 21 misc permits, 6 municipal searches.
Transfer Station: Eager to do improvements. Trailers have been cleaned out by Justin. Want to prioritize the door issue. Supervisor Baden stated the end of the month the recycling report is due.
Planning Board: we have a new Town Planner David Church. CPL will finish up projects they were working on.
ECC: held their meeting at Rochester 2 firehouse focus was promoting turning your lawn into pollenators. Working on getting a second bench from the plastic bags event. The Board had a quick discussion on quorm.

Supervisor Baden: Constabulary: Supervisor Baden and Town Board Members,
The Constabulary answered 16 direct calls for service and other duties in January of 2023.
These included:
• 12 Neighbor to Neighbor and Quality of Life Complaints
• 4 Resident Traffic Complaints (Whitfield Rd, Rochester Ctr,, Samsonville Rd., Main St. )
• 2 Environmental Complaints, (Whitfield Rd, Rochester Ctr.)
• 4 New Building Department Violations
• 0 New Court Cases Opened
• 9 Court Proceedings Remain Open
• 0 Court Proceedings Closed
Interesting Occurrences:
In January, resident’s complaints have decreased slightly overall. Short term rental properties continue
to generate many complaints, especially on Friday’s and weekends. Mainly they generate complaints
regarding, trespassing, loud noises, road/driveway blockages and household trash dumping. We continue
to work with the building department on those issues. We received a call regarding two individuals
entering a dangerous condemned property. Upon further investigation it turned out to be a charity that
was going to remove furniture and items from the property. Unfortunately, the building is unsafe and
they understood the danger and left without incident. Neighbor to neighbor complaints have increased
slightly this month and all have been defused without further action necessary.
Recreation Dept.: Basketball Program: 180 participants. There was an issue with vandalism outside of building during the basketball timeframe. We met with the Principal of the school and it was agreed to have everyone sign a code of conduct and Mike Smith gave a statement at the program and we are going to work on being better neighbors. We will replace any nets that were damaged. In lieu of Line dancing we have a intro to embroidery class taking place with Carol Metsger. St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon will take place on 3/17/23
Assessor’s office: we are reviewing and approving exemptions as they come in. Joanne has started reaching out to property owners who have not submitted their exemptions. We are reviewing and entering building permit , C of C’s and C of O’s, as the come in. We continue to work on processing, issuing 911 addresses when requested, dealing with many address changes triggered by the Town and County tax bill. We are taking photos, sketching and inspecting new construction, renovations, additions, ect. We are working on placing value on new construction for the upcoming 2023 assessment role. A second notice notifying property owners of the senior exemption was sent via postcard.

Councilman Coleman: ZBA: nothing new to report. Spectrum: The Board will take a pause and aren’t ready to move forward with the increased prices. Looking to the State and County for tips. Fire/EMS: Spoke briefly with the new Chief but he was in a fire call so I will get back in touch shortly. I’ve spoke with Peter Nelson and John Dunning regarding new policies and possible exemptions. EMS: KFAS: thank you for the full coverage! High Falls: I spoke with Joe Vitti and have some feed back to be considered for the contract.

Councilwoman Smiseth: Eldercare: no news is good news. Housing Committee: had our first meeting all went well next meeting is 2/21 6-8pm.

TOWN BOARD MEMBER TIME- OTHER MATTERS:

Councilwoman Smiseth: Happy Black History month.

The Board discussed purchasing of constabulary body armour. In the past the constables purchased their own gear but it’s very expensive. It was agreed to investigate further and looking into grants and state bids as well.

The Board discussed the purchase of the excavator. Supervisor Baden stated that he spoke with Highway Superintedent Frey on the purchase of the excavator and that it’s actually a budget positive because he eliminated vehicles. The Excavator is 20 years old and needs repairs this will allow 2 crews to ditch at the same time.
Councilman Coleman asked that Highway Superintendent attend meetings when he requests things and Councilwoman Enouen Agreed.

RESOLUTIONS:

ACTION ON MINUTES:
Resolution # 93-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilwoman Enouen

The Town of Rochester Town Board accepts the minutes of the Jan. 3 Organizational Meeting, January 5 and January 26 Public Hearings, January 5 Business Meeting, January 17 Special meeting, January 18 Workshop meeting, and January 26 Audit meeting, as presented.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS
Resolution # 94 -2023:

Motion : Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board accepts donation of $142.44 from St. Pauli Textile, and $100.00 from Arlene Levine, $50.00 from Elaine and Mel Tapper, and $65.00 various cash donations for the Senior Breakfast.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

2023 BUDGET MODIFICATION/ REQUEST FOR ECC TOWN HALL POLLINATOR GARDEN PROJECT:
Resolution # 95 -2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor, as Budget Officer, to hold over the allocated $1,800 unexpended funds of budget line 2022 General Fund A8710.400, Conservation and increase 2023 General Fund, budget lines revenue A599, Appropriated fund balance by $1,800 and General Fund, Expenditure A8710.400, Conservation by $1,800.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR DESIGNATION:
Resolution # 96-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board authorizes the addition of New York Electrical Inspectors, Inc., 809 Highland Laker Rd. Middletown, NY 10940 to the list of Town of Rochester approved 3rd party electrical inspectors.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

BUILDING USE REQUEST:
Resolution # 97-2023:

Motion: Supervisor Baden
Second: Councilwoman Enouen
Discussion: Supervisor Baden stated that this is volunteer and agreed that at the end of each day whatever is left will be placed in the clothing bin outside. There is no liability.

The Town of Rochester Town Board authorizes Tina Bergen Russell to host a clothing exchange, sponsored by the Town of Rochester, on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Harold Lipton Community Center, provided no materials are to be stored or shall remain at the Community Center.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

REQUEST FROM HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT:
Resolution # 98-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Carried: Councilwoman Smiseth
Discussion: Supervisor Baden stated that he spoke with Jeff today and budgeted was a 1 one ton dump truck and pickup , he would like to swap for the excavator. This would replace a 20 plus year old machine and saving $ 110-115,000.00.

The Town of Rochester Town Board authorizes purchase of a 2023 New Holland E57C Mini Excavator from Westchester Tractor Inc., 60 International Blvd., Brewster, NY 10509 in the amount of $90,702.27. This purchase is being made utilizing the Sourcewell bid and will be 100% reimbursable from 2023-2024 NYS CHIPS funding.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

SETTING DATE AND TIME OF PUBLIC HEARING:
Resolution # 99-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

Town of Rochester Town Board has scheduled a public hearing on Local Law A of 2023, amending Chapter 125, Subdivision of the Town of Rochester Code for 2/23/2023 at 6:30pm at the Harold Lipton Community Center, 15 Tobaco Road Accord, NY 12404 and requests the Town Clerk circulate notice of the public hearing.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

JOIN THE ULSTER COUNTY HOUSING SMART COMMUNITIES INTERACTIVE:
Resolution # 100-2023:

Motion : Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilwoman Enouen

WHEREAS, the Town of Rochester believes that rising housing and rental costs and a lack of diverse housing opportunities for all community members pose a significant challenge to the members of our community; and

WHEREAS, affordable housing is defined as housing in which the occupant is paying no more than 30% of monthly or annual income for housing costs, including utilities; and

WHEREAS, ensuring there are affordable housing options for all community members is a key responsibility of the elected officials of the Town of Rochester and a critical component of creating a healthy, sustainable, and prosperous community; and

WHEREAS, rising housing and rental costs and a lack of diverse housing opportunities for all community members is in part due to the demand for housing far exceeding the supply of new affordable and workforce housing being developed in the community; and WHEREAS, a long-term commitment by the Town of Rochester to review and approve new affordable and workforce housing projects is a critical strategy for ensuring there are affordable housing options for all community members; and

WHEREAS, working toward housing solutions is a priority for the well-being of the local residents, the economy, and community sustainability; and

WHEREAS, we believe that our response to housing challenges provides us with an opportunity to improve housing opportunities and community wellbeing for all community members, and to build livable, affordable, and housing-smart communities,
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that Town of Rochester, in order to meet local housing needs, adopts the following commitments as part of joining the Ulster County Housing Smart Communities Initiative. This commitment includes completing the following six steps:
1) Join the program through adoption of this resolution and begin engaging with the community
2) Designate Councilwoman Charlotte Smiseth as Housing Smart Community coordinator to serve as liaison between Ulster County and the Town
3) Reaffirming the adoption of Resolution 221 of 2022, establishing the Town of Rochester Housing Advisory Committee.
4) Register for participation in the program on the Housing Smart Communities Initiative website
5) Establish a community outreach and educational campaign on the importance of developing a range of housing options
6) Begin implementing a prioritized set of the Housing Smart Actions included in the program
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

ESTABLISHMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 101-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Rochester (Town) recognizes the importance of agriculture and agricultural related enterprises as vital to the Town’s economic base and in protecting and preserving the Town’s rural character through the use and management of the Town’s natural resources for farming and farming related enterprises and practices, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town desires to establish an Agricultural Advisory Committee (“Committee”) for the Town of Rochester to advise the Town Board on issues, whether arising from within the Town or outside of the Town, that impact agriculture and agricultural related enterprises within the Town of Rochester and provide recommendations to the Town Board when appropriate, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Rochester desires the Committee to, in addition to their advisory function, work with the Town Board, the community, and other interested parties, to promote agriculture and agricultural related enterprises that are located within the Town of Rochester, now

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town Board of the Town of Rochester establishes an Agricultural Advisory Committee (hereinafter referred to as the “Committee”), which shall serve at the pleasure of the Town Board, and it is further

RESOLVED, The Committee shall consist of the following membership composition:
A. The Committee shall be composed of 7 members appointed by the Town
Board as follows:
1) Members shall be appointed from residents of the Town of Rochester. The Town recognizes that an effective Agricultural Advisory Committee is comprised of members from the agricultural community, including but not limited to: those engaged in agriculture or agricultural related enterprises such from the nursery, crop production, brewery/winery, agritourism, and dairy segments of the industry; those with an interest in small scale agriculture or hobby farming; and those with a background in agriculturally related organizations, industries or technical assistance programs
2) The Town Board may, notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of law, appoint up to two members to the Committee who are between the ages of 16 and 21.
3) The Committee shall designate the Chairperson.

B. The members appointed to the Committee shall serve for a three-year term. Upon
initial formation, 2 members shall serve for a one-year term, 2 members for a two-year term, and 3 members for a three-year term. Each year thereafter, reappointments or new appointments will be for three-year terms.

C. Members shall serve without salary.

RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Rochester designates the following as the duties of the Committee, subject to revision from time to time at the Town Board’s discretion:

1) Review of proposed land use code changes. Whenever a proposed local regulation is presented to the Town Board that may affect agricultural operations or lands within the Town of Rochester shall be referred to the Committee for review. The Committee shall have 30 days to respond with a recommendation(s) for the actions(s).
2) The Planning Board may refer applications that might impact agricultural operations or lands to the Committee for comment. The Committee shall have 30 days to respond with a recommendation(s) for the actions(s).
3) Review land use policies, zoning, and legislation to make recommendations to the Town Board on how to encourage and preserve agriculture.
4) Advise the Town Board and, upon direction from the Town Board, the Ulster County
Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, in relation to the proposed establishment, modification, continuation or termination of any county agricultural district. The Committee shall present objective advice to the Town Board relating to the desirability of such action, including advice as to the nature of farming and farm resources within any proposed or established area.
5) Complete and periodically update an inventory of parcels included within a certified ag district or being used for agricultural activities.
6) The Committee shall also work with the Town Board, the Rochester community, and other interested parties, to support agriculture and agriculture related enterprises that are located within the Town of Rochester.
7) Perform outreach to owners of agricultural parcels or who are engaged in agricultural activities as defined by Town Code to provide information about federal, state, and local agricultural resources.
8) The Committee shall be subject to Public Officers (PBO) CHAPTER 47, Article 7, Open Meetings Law. Minutes shall be prepared Filed with the Town Clerk.
9) The Committee shall meet as determined necessary, scheduled two weeks in advance and noticed as required by NYS law by the Committee but no less than quarterly.
10) The Committee shall submit to the Town Board an annual report of the activities of the Agricultural Advisory Committee no later than December 31 of each calendar year.

And it is further,
RESOLVED, that upon filing with the Clerk and appointment of members by the Town Board the Committee shall schedule a public meeting within 30-days to establish its rules of procedure and conduct business as deemed appropriate by the Committee members.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 102-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints John Messerschmidt to serve as a member of the Environmental Conservation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 103-2023:

Motion:Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints Joan Ewing to serve as a member of the Historic Preservation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 104-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints Shirley Avery to serve as a member of the Historic Preservation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 3 nay: 1- Smiseth abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING BOARD:
Resolution # 105-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints Patrick Williams to serve as a member of the Planning Board for a term ending December 31, 2029 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING BOARD:
Resolution # 106-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second:Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints Annemarie Moloney to serve as alternate member of the Plannimng Board for a term ending December 31, 2024 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
APPOINTMENT TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS:
Resolution # 107-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilman Enouen

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Harley Davis to serve as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2027 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: nay: abstain:

APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF ETHICS:
Resolution # 108-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board reappoints Adam Paddock to serve as a member of the Board of Ethics for a term ending December 31, 2026 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF ETHICS:
Resolution # 109-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Stephen Roberts to serve as a member of the Board of Ethics for a term ending December 31, 2027 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE SENIOR AND YOUTH RECREATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 110-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Deborah Martin to serve as a member of the Senior and Youth Recreation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2028 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE SENIOR AND YOUTH RECREATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 111 -2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth
The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Pam Stocking to serve as a member of the Senior and Youth Recreation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2027 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath of Office requirement.
Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE SENIOR AND YOUTH RECREATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 112-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilwoman Enouen

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Sandy Chipman to serve as a member of the Senior and Youth Recreation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2026 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE SENIOR AND YOUTH RECREATION COMMISSION:
Resolution # 113-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilwoman Enouen

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Marjorie Bogert to serve as a member of the Senior and Youth Recreation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025 and requests the Town Clerk advise of the Oath

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE ROCHESTER AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 114 -2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Smiseth
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints David Bollin to serve as a member of the Rochester Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2025.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE ROCHESTER AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 115-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Bruce Psaras to serve as a member of the Rochester Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE ROCHESTER AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 116-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Michael Meoli to serve as a member of the Rochester Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE ROCHESTER AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 117-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Bea Haugen-Depuy to serve as a member of the Rochester Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2023.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE ROCHESTER AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 118-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Joe Vitti to serve as a member of the Rochester Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2023.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 119-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints David Bollin to serve as a member of the High Falls Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2025.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 120-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Michael Meoli to serve as a member of the High Falls Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 121-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Bruce Psaras to serve as a member of the High Falls Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 122-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Bea Haugen-Depuy to serve as a member of the High Falls Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2023.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

APPOINTMENT TO THE HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Resolution # 123-2023:

Motion: Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board appoints Charles Nerko to serve as a member of the High Falls Ambulance District Budget Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2023.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

DISCUSSIONS:

AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH HIGH FALLS AMBULANCE DISTRICT:
Resolution # 124-2023:

Motion: Councilman Coleman
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign contract with the High Fall Ambulance District.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent

Volunteer Fire Company and Ambulance Tax Reduction law

Safety Consultant RFP

Amendment to Chapter 65, Building Construction as per NYS new model law

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Motion : Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilwoman Smiseth

The Town of Rochester Town Board enter into executive session at 9:28pm to discuss possible employment and for the Town Attorney join.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
RECONVENE THE MEETING:

Motion : Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board reconvene the meeting at 9:40pm with no action taken nor monies expended.

Aye: 4 nay: 0 abstain: 0 motion carried
Paddock-Absent
ADJOURNMENT IN MEMORIAM:

Motion : Councilwoman Enouen
Second: Councilman Coleman

The Town of Rochester Town Board adjourns the meeting at 9:40pm in memoriam of the following;

Connie Halstead Bartle
Dorothy Fielding
Irving Schlinger
Craig Easton
Robert Smith
John Sims Sr.
Marie Robinson
Marlene Carney
The people of Ukraine
All suffering worldwide from the COVID-19 virus
All those suffering from the tragedy in Memphis Motion Carried

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,

Christina Ferrara
Deputy Town Clerk