A regular meeting of the Town Board of Grand Island, New York was held at the Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Rd., Grand Island, NY at 8:00 PM on the 1st of August 2005.

 

Present:                      Peter A. McMahon                   Supervisor

Richard W. Crawford              Councilman

Mary S. Cooke                        Councilwoman

Daniel F. Robillard                  Councilman

                                    Gary G. Roesch                      Councilman

Patricia A. Frentzel                 Town Clerk

Daniel Spitzer                                     Town Attorney

 

Calvin VanderMey from Bible Fellowship Center gave the Invocation. 

Councilman Crawford led the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Supervisor McMahon called the meeting to order at 8:00PM.

 

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:

This is an opportunity for residents to comment on any matter regarding the meeting agenda items only.

Residents who spoke: None 

           

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

A motion was made by Councilman Robillard, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to approve minutes of Workshop Meeting #44, July 18, 2005 and minutes of Regular Meeting #13, July 18, 2005.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8:00PM

Local Law Intro #3 for 2005 – Town of Grand Island Waterfront Consistency Review Law

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the proposed Local Law Intro #3/2005 for the Town of Grand Island Waterfront Consistency Review Law which would require Town agencies to consider the Town’s LWRP before issuing certain zoning approvals.

Residents who spoke in Favor: None

Residents in Opposition: None

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilman Roesch to adopt Local Law #3/2005 – Local Waterfront Revitalization Program “LWRP” Consistency Review Law.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

Final Plat Approval – Hidden Oaks - Phase 2 – Subdivision #99

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the proposed Final Plat Approval – Hidden Oaks Subdivision #99 – Phase 2.

Residents who spoke in Favor: Randon Hillock, James Dinsmore

Residents in Opposition: None

A motion was made by Councilman Robillard, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to refer the proposed Final Plat Approval for Hidden Oaks Subdivision#99 – Phase 2 to the Planning Board for review and recommendation.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

Request to Close Portion of Park Place -  August 7, 2005 for Block Party

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the request to close a portion of Park Place to all traffic from 1:30 – 8:00p.m. except for emergency vehicles for a Block Party on August 7, 2005.

Residents who spoke in Favor: None

Residents in Opposition: None

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Robillard to approve the request to close a portion of Park Place from #116 to #132 to all traffic except for emergency vehicles for a Block Party on August 7, 2005.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

CONSENT AGENDA:

1.      Meeting Minutes – Commission for the Conservation of the Environment – January 20, 2005

2.      Meeting Minutes – Commission for the Conservation of the Environment – February 10, 2005

3.      Meeting Minutes – Commission for the Conservation of the Environment – March 17, 2005

4.      Meeting Minutes – Commission for the Conservation of the Environment – May 12, 2005

5.      Meeting Minutes – Commission for the Conservation of the Environment – June 16, 2005

6.      State of New York, Department of State - Community Projects Appropriation Agreement #TM05232

7.      The American Legion, Grand Island Post 1346 - The Blue Star Service Banner

8.      Town of Lancaster, Office of the Supervisor – Verizon – Cable Television Franchising

9.      County of Erie, Department of Environment & Planning – Summary of 2005 Mid-Year Amendment – CDBG Funds

10.  Meeting Minutes – Grand Island Memorial Library Board of Trustees – April 21, 2005

11.  Phillips Lytle LLP – Seneca Nation, et al v. State of New York, et al

12.  Assessor’s Office – Comparison of Total and Taxable Valuations –      2000-2005 Assessment Rolls

13.  David M. Unmack, IAO – Quarterly Summary of Assessment Services – April 1, 2005 – June 30, 2005

14.  Erie County Legislature – Notice of Public Hearing – Proposed Modifications to Agricultural Districts

15.  Meeting Minutes – Economic Development Advisory Board – July 14, 2005

16.  County of Erie, Department of Environment and Planning – Quarterly Report – 4/01/05 – 6/30/05

17.  State of New York, Public Service Commission – CASE 04-M-0159 – Proceeding on Motion of the Commission to Examine the Safety of Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems

18.  Town of Marilla, Town of Newstead - Proposed Changes to New York State Retirement System

19.  Town of Clarence, Town of Colden - New York State Thruway Tolls in  Western New York

20.  State of New York - Governor Pataki Announces Revisions to Proposed Great Lakes Water Management Agreements

21.  Meeting Minutes – Grand Island Youth Board – July 7, 2005

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Crawford to approve the consent agenda as distributed.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

COMMUNICATIONS – OTHER OFFICIALS:

TOWN CLERK - PATRICIA A. FRENTZEL:

Request to Consolidate Election Districts

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to authorize the Town Clerk to petition the Erie County Board of Elections to allow consolidation of voting districts in the Town of Grand Island for Primary Election Day on Tuesday, September 13, 2005.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

TOWN ENGINEER - JOHN WHITNEY:

Re-approve Map Cover – Fairway Greens Phase II – Cluster 18

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilman Robillard to accept the recommendation of the Town Engineer to re-approve the map cover for Fairway Greens Phase 2, showing the detailed parcel dimensions of Cluster 18.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

Majestic Woods Subdivision – Phase 2 – Final Plat Re-Approval

The developer did not file the map cover within the 60-day period as required by the County of Erie.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to accept the recommendation of the Town Engineer to re-approve Final Plat for Majestic Woods Subdivision – Phase 2.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

Change Orders – Performance Service Contract – Job No. M-171

Town Engineer John Whitney presented the Town Board the following Change Orders for Job No. M-171. The Town’s Consulting Engineer on the project has reviewed the Change Orders and recommends approval.

 

Change Order No. CBO1 is to furnish and install Spandrel panels in State Police locker room.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract in the amount of

$1,595.00.

 

Change Order No. CBO2 is to provide labor, material and supervision for asbestos abatement caulking removals at Town Hall.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract in the amount of  $19,690.00.

 

Change Order No. CBO3 is a credit for the Owners Protective Liability Insurance coverage that was deducted from the contract.  This Change Order will result in a net decrease to the contract in the amount of  $ 8,400.00.

 

Change Order No. FREY1 is a credit for the Owners Protective Liability Insurance coverage that was deducted from the contract.  This Change Order will result in a net decrease to the contract in the amount of  $ 4,000.00.

 

Change Order No. FREY2 is to provide labor, material and supervision for the VFD & Motors Sequence of Operations.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract in the amount of  $3,626.44.

 

Change Order No. FREY3 is to provide labor, material and supervision to provide for 125 hp VSD in lieu of the 75 hp VSD’s in the original scope of work.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract in the amount of  $ 11,858.92.

 

Change Order No. FREY4 is to provide labor, material and supervision to replace ceiling tile, grid, lighting fixtures and HVAC grilles/diffusers in the accounting area and new diffusers and lighting fixtures for the courtroom.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract in the amount of  $ 51,814.50.

 

Change Order No. DANFORTH1 is to provide labor, material and supervision to remove and replace the 10” plug valve at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract of $ 3,125.00.

 

Change Order No. DANFORTH2 is to provide labor, material and supervision for the initial inspection and evaluation of the Sluice Gate at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  This Change Order will result in a net increase to the contract of $ 4,200.00 for the initial inspection.

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to approve the Change Orders as presented.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

Resignation - Principal Engineer Assistant Position

A letter of resignation was received from Hakim Hawramee as Principal Engineer Assistant in the Engineering Department to accept a position with the NYSDOT in Buffalo.  Mr. Hawramee’s last day will be August 10, 2005. 

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Robillard to accept the resignation with regret.  The Town Board will send a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Hawramee.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

Hire Assistant Municipal Engineer

On July 18, 2005 the Town Board approved a resolution directing the Town Engineer to hire an Assistant Municipal Engineer.  Town Engineer John Whitney informed the Town Board he has hired Robert H. Westfall, P.E. of 1188 Staley Road to fill the position of Assistant Municipal Engineer.  Mr. Westfall will start on August 22, 2005 at a starting salary rate of $24.75.  No action is required by the Town Board.

 

GOLDEN AGE CENTER – BARBARA GANNON:

Resignation & Request to Advertise for a Part-Time Employee

Golden Age Center Director Barbara Gannon informed the Town Board she has received a letter from Joan James that she intends to retire in August 2005. 

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to accept the letter of intent with regret.  The Town Board will send a certificate of appreciation to Mrs. James.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to authorize the Golden Age Center Director to advertise for a part-time position, up to 19 hours per week.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

ZONING OFFICER – JOHN McCARTHY:

Special Use Permit Renewal – National Fuel Gas Supply Corp., 5955 Taylor Road – Natural Gas Regulator/Metering Station – 1589 Stony Point Road

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Robillard to renew the Special Use Permit for National Fuel Gas Supply Corp., 5955 Taylor Road for a Natural Gas Regulator/Metering Station at 1589 Stony Point Road.  The property has been inspected and it is unchanged from last year.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT – RAYMOND DLUGOKINSKI:

2005 Vacation – Sell Back for Highway Employee

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to authorize an employee in the Highway Department to sell back four weeks of vacation this year.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

REPORT OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to pay

Vouchers #80154 - 80329

General        $115,115.63

Highway      $  97,213.11

Sewer          $  37,716.42

Water           $  21,434.69

Capital         $280,369.43

 Lighting       $   1,901.59

Total              $553,750.87

 

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:

This is an opportunity for residents to comment on any matter regarding Town government on any subject. 

Residents who spoke:  None

FROM THE TOWN BOARD:

Councilman Crawford: National Night Out is Tuesday 8-2-05 in the Town Common from 6:00-8:00p.m.  Band Concert from 7:00-8:00p.m.

Councilman Roesch: Thanks to Invitrogen for Global Day of Volunteering.  Funds for the Change Order came out of the contingency fund, and recent grant.

Supervisor McMahon: Please join everyone at National Night Out on Tuesday.

 

ADJOURNMENT:

A motion was made by Councilman Crawford, seconded by Councilman Roesch to adjourn the meeting at 8:21p.m.

APPROVED    Ayes    5          Cooke, Crawford, Robillard, Roesch, McMahon

                        Noes    0

 

A moment of silence was observed in memory of the following:

 

Angela Gramza

Anne Gonda

Francis Volante

Anna Bieniulis

Peter Courey

  Cyrena Dixon

Annette Wilkin

  Leona Chapin

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Patricia A. Frentzel

Town Clerk