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Rustowicz & Swedish Win Lines With Write-in Votes - Oct. 2003
By Joelle Logue
Councilman Kevin Rustowicz and Town Clerk Candidate Robin Swedish made Primary Election history by stealing lines away from endorsed candidates, the result of an overwhelming write-in campaign. Although Town Clerk Nancy Samrany did not have an official vote count for the Tuesday, September 9, 2003 primary, she said the Board of Elections had declared Rustowicz a winner on the Independence line. Rustowicz, who is endorsed by the Democrats, is on the Working Family line and has a Grand Island First Party emblem by his name, has apparently unseated endorsed candidate and former councilman Michael Heftka, also an endorsed Democratic candidate.
Incumbent Councilman Dick Crawford is endorsed on the Republican and Conservative lines and thinks he was able to keep the Independence line despite a tie with Heftka. A decision on the election is in the process of being determined by the Party Chairman. Gary Roesch is endorsed on the Republican and Conservative lines.
In another interesting primary development, Erie County Legislator Charles Swanick, the endorsed Republican candidate, was defeated by Kevin Hardwick who had been the Republican endorsed candidate in the last election when he lost to then Democrat Swanick.
Democrat Robin Swedish, waging her own write-in campaign for town clerk, unseated Pattie Frentzel on the Conservative line. Swedish's name also appears on the Democratic and Working Family lines and she has an emblem by her name for the Grand Island First Party. Frentzel has the Republican and Independence lines.
Town Clerk Nancy Samrany urges voters to go to the polls November 4 because the Primary Election is proof positive that every vote counts.
Community Block Grant Public Hearing Re-set - 2003
By Joelle Logue
Oct. 6, 2003 . . .Due to the fact the Island Dispatch failed to run a public notice, the public hearing to consider Community Block grant proposals has been rescheduled for Monday, October 20, 2003 at 8 p.m. Projects to be considered must benefit low and moderate-income persons. Public hearings will also take place at that time to consider the rezoning of Alvin Road from R-1 to B-2 for auto dealerships.
Starting off Monday's meeting, Deputy Supervisor Dick Crawford presented a proclamation citing October 9 as National Lights on After School Day. Robert Goris, an explorer scout, presented 10 bat houses for Veterans Park as part of his Eagle Scout project. Recreation Director Linda Tufillaro was on hand for the presentation.
The Town Board approved the hiring of a UB student to create a database that will help the town with economic development efforts. When completed the database will include GIS Layers for the town graphic and cartographic illustrations and hotlinks to existing economic development web sites, available online or in CD form. Estimated cost for the project is $1,350.
Supervisor Peter McMahon was authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with CSEA to include the Director of Water and Waste Water at Grade 11, Assistant Civil Engineer at Grade 9 and Engineer Assistant at Grade 5 positions in the CSEA unit.
Change orders were approved for additional wastewater improvements and highway resurfacing projects. At the Wastewater Treatment Plant, installation of new conduit and electrical lines to feed the new Return Activated Sludge Pumps and installation for additional conduit and cables from the Baseline Master Lift Station to the new Emergency Generator Building will result in a net increase of $4,036. These monies are available in the original bonded amount. Added to the highway resurfacing program were a portion of Baseline Road (from Ferry to East Oakfield), Ferry (from Baseline to East Oakfield), Meadow Lane, and Fareway & Country Club Lane at a net increase of $180,000.
In other business, the Town Board:
Supervisor's 2004 Town Budget Submitted - Oct. 2003
By Joelle Logue
Oct. 6, 2003 . . .Supervisor Peter McMahon, though absent from the Town Board meeting Monday, had prepared his proposed budget plan for 2004. It was referred back to the Town board for review and consideration that will take place in several scheduled budget hearings: Saturday, October 11 from 7:30-9 a.m. and Tuesday, October 14 from 7-9 p.m. If more time is needed, the board will meet for a third time Tuesday, October 21 from 7-9 p.m.
McMahon's proposed tax rate for the General Fund is $2.75 per $1,000 of assessed valuation, up from $2.66 in the current budget for an increase of 3.5 percent. Expenditures are up $146,000, reflecting contractual and non-contractual pay raises of three percent. Increases in contractual retirement contributions, 178.3 percent over the current year and 1,063.5 percent over 2002, have impacted as well. Health care costs have increased 15 percent over last year.
The Water Fund budget, as proposed, has a tax rate of $6.25, up from $5.63 last year. Water rents are $2.65 per 1,000 gallons. Increases in the mandatory NYS retirement contribution and healthcare costs are the significant factors affecting this fund.
Though the Wastewater Fund budget includes a decrease in the tax rate ($4.40, down from $4.71), there is an increase in sewer rents ($4.20 per 1,000 gallons, up from $3.70). Total fund expenditures are up approximately $76,000.
The recommended Highway Budget has a tax rate of $2.54, up from $2.34.
Retirement and healthcare increases are contributing factors in the tax increases of all budgets.
In related budget items to be considered for 2004, the town board will consider a fee increase for animal redemption as proposed by Animal Control Officer Greg Butcher. If approved, fees would increase from $18 to $25 for first time offenders, $30 to $50 for the second time and $40 to $75 for third time offenders.
Also referred back to the Town Board for consideration is the 2004 Fire Company contract for the Town of Grand Island in the amount of $690,750, an increase of 2.5 percent over the current year. The town's appropriation in support of the Service Awards Program would be an additional expense.
Town Of Grand Island Youth Advisory Board Openings - Oct. 2003
The Town of Grand Island has current openings on the Youth Advisory Board. Any member of the community who is interested in serving on an advisory board should submit a letter of interest, including relevant experience, education or training to Town Supervisor Peter A. McMahon, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York 14072.
For additional information contact any member of the Town Board.
Town Board Workshop Agenda - October 6, 2003
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Town Board Agenda - October 6, 2003
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Budget Hearings Set, Stop Signs To Be Added In Town - Sept. 2003
By Joelle Logue
Sept 15, 2003 . . .In a workshop that preceded the Town Board meeting Monday, the board set three meetings to consider next year's budget: Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 a.m.; Tuesday, October 14 from 7-9 p.m.; and, if needed, Tuesday, October 21 from 7-9 p.m. Discussed will be the supervisor's proposed 2004 budget along with budget requests from department heads.
There was no comment during a public hearing on the installation of stop signs in several locations throughout the town. The Town Board adopted Local Law #3 amending the town code for stop signs that will add a three way at Jamestown Road and Sherman, one at Sawmill and Independence Lane, an all way stop at Amy Drive and Sawmill Run, one at each end of Jamestown Road and Old Carriage House Road, and a stop sign plus a street sign at Harvey and Park Place.
Referred to the Planning Board after a public hearing at which no one spoke was a request by Raj Chopra for the rezoning of 22 acres of vacant land at 1815 Love Road. The land is currently zoned R1-B and M-1 and would be changed to B-2 to accommodate a golf driving range, pro shop and snack bar. The board approved blocking traffic on Amy Drive for a party September 20 from 3 p.m. until dusk after a third public hearing at which no one spoke.
A public hearing will take place October 6 at 8 p.m. for the purpose of nominating projects for the Community Development Block Grants. Projects to be considered must benefit low and moderate-income persons. Supervisor Peter McMahon was authorized to sign Public Benefit applications and contracts to fund Special Olympics ($1000), skateboard equipment for Reality Café ($1000), a senior citizens transport van ($8000), improvements at River Lea ($3000).
Preliminary approval was granted for Phase 2A and Phase 3 of Oakwood Estates at River Oaks. A revised plan changes the layout of the subdivision due to the Corps of Engineers' decision to classify the land as an isolated wetland that can be developed.
Referred to bond counsel were proposed 2004 wastewater improvements that include a digester mixing system replacement, clarifier replacement and pump station 7 replacement at a cost of $1,240,000. Relatedly, the supervisor was authorized to apply to NYS Environmental Facilities Corp. for a low interest loan through the Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund to fund the projects. Change orders were approved in the amount of $4,230 for wastewater treatment plant improvements that include the installation of two additional 8-inch gate valves on the return activated sludge lines and the installation of additional concrete, rebar and form work in the grit chamber.
Special use renewals were approved for the following: the keeping of a horse by John Ventry on two acres at 3440 Stony Point Road and the keeping of three horses by Joseph Higgins on 4.35 acres at 900 Ransom Road.
In other business, the board:
Town Board Agenda Workshop - September 15, 2003
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Town Board Agenda - September 15, 2003
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Primary Election Results - Still Not Official - 2003
Although the official results have not been made available, the Buffalo News reported unofficial balloting in its September 11, 2003 edition. Click Buffalo News for the Primary Story.
Primary Election Results Not Official/Not Available - 2003
Town Clerk Nancy J. Samrany told the Grand Island E-News today (Wednesday, September 10, 2003) that yesterday's primary election results will not be official until a recanvas is made by the Board of Elections. The outcome will depend on how many of the write-in votes the Board of Elections accepts and how many will be deemed unacceptable. "This was one of the most successful write-in campaigns in my memory and I've been voting on Grand Island for over 40 years. I give the candidates a lot of credit for getting the voters to write-in their votes," Mrs. Samrany said. The Town Clerk, who is completing her 12th year in office, will not seek re-election in November. For candidates and party lines, click Primary Election.
Editor's Note: Members of the Board of Elections did, in fact, recanvas the voting machines at the Highway Department on Thursday morning, September 11, 2003 and official results of the primary election are expected to be made available on Friday, September 19, 2003.
2003/2004 School Tax Bills Mailed
Town Clerk Nancy J. Samrany announced that the 2003/2004 School Tax Bills have been mailed. If you have changed banks, have paid off your mortgage or do not have an escrow account and did not receive a tax bill, please contact the Town Clerk’s office at 773-9600 ext. 620. The office will be open Saturday, October 11, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Checks should be made payable to Town Clerk. The last day to pay without penalty is October 15. Envelopes must show a legible postmark of October 15 to be accepted on time. Taxpayers should call the office for correct amounts for payments made October 16 and later. Personal checks are not accepted after November 15 and payments can be made until December 1, 2003. After this date, payments must be sent to the County.
Candidates Vie For Party Lines In Primary - September 2003
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By Joelle Logue
Independence and Conservative party voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, September 9 to decide who will represent their parties in the November 2003 election. Town council candidates on the Independence line are Richard Crawford and Mike Heftka while Gary Roesch and Dick Crawford are on the Conservative line. Voters will also be able to write-in council candidates on both of those lines due to the fact that endorsed Democratic council candidate Kevin Rustowicz has filed an opportunity to ballot. By securing enough signatures, he is hoping to gain enough write in votes to unseat one of the endorsed candidates.
Rustowicz and Heftka are the Democratic endorsed council candidates and Crawford and Roesch are the Republican endorsed council candidates.
Democratic endorsed Town Clerk Candidate Robin Swedish has also filed an opportunity to ballot on the Independence and Conservative lines against Patricia Frentzel. Mrs. Frentzel is the endorsed Independence, Conservative and Republican candidate for town clerk.
Another interesting primary race pits Kevin Hardwick against incumbent Charles Swanick on the Republican line for county legislator. Republican Hardwick ran against then Democrat Swanick in the last county legislator election but failed to get the Republican nod after Swanick switched parties.
Grand Island voters who are registered to vote in the Primary Elections will cast their votes at their regular polling places between the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2003.
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Town Board Schedules Three Public Hearings - Sept. 2003
By Joelle Logue
Sept 2, 2003 . . .A public hearing on the installation of stop signs in several locations throughout the town, originally scheduled for an earlier date, will take place at 8 p.m. Monday, September 15, 2003. Stop sign locations being considered include a three way at Jamestown Road and Sherman, Sawmill and Independence Lane, an all way stop at Amy Drive and Sawmill Run, one at each end of Jamestown Road and Old Carriage House Road, and a stop sign plus a street sign at Harvey and Park Place.
A second public hearing, also set for September 15 at 8 p.m., concerns a rezoning request by Raj Chopra for 22 acres of vacant land at 1815 Love Road. The land is currently zoned R1-B and M-1 and would be changed to B-2 to accommodate a golf driving range, pro shop and snack bar. The third public hearing set for September 15 will consider a request from the residents of Amy Drive, Sawmill Run and Independence Lane to block traffic on Amy Drive for a block party on Saturday, September 20 from 3 p.m. until dusk.
Rescinded was a request from Highway Superintendent Ray Dlugokinski to advertise Phase II of the 2003 resurfacing program for bids. Due to favorable unit prices received and some under runs of quantities, the resurfacing of East River Road from Bush Road to Ferry Road and from Ferry to Cox Road, along with Ferry to east of Beaver Island can be accommodated in the funds available in the Highway Bond and Highway budget. The work will be completed by Amherst Paving Inc., the current contractor on the resurfacing project.
In personnel matters, the board appointed Maria C. Burns as Marriage Officer for the Town of Grand Island. She will be able to perform marriage ceremonies when the town justices are unable to do so. The board received with regret the resignation of Kelly Greene as recreation attendant effective August 25, and appointed Rochelle Smith of East River Road to the Conservation Commission to complete a term that ends December 31, 2003.
Special use renewals were approved for the following: the keeping of two horses by Cathleen Shaw at 3054 Stony Point; a nursery and day care center by Donald and Andrea Magro at 2880 Grand Island Blvd.; the keeping of two horses by Kathleen Doldan at 1505 Huth Road; and a garden center operated by Gene and Christine Ryshkus at 2120 Alvin Rd. Tabled was a special use renewal for Sprint Communications Tower at the town bike path off Bedell Road pending Sprint's completion of landscaping and restoring the grounds in the area.
Supervisor Peter McMahon was authorized to sign a request for a traffic study by the Erie County Traffic and Safety Group in regard to the need for a three-color signal at the intersection of Baseline and Staley roads.
In other business, the board:
In announcements made by the board regarding Isle happenings, Councilwoman Mary Cooke reminds residents that the Charles N. DeGlopper VFW Post will host its 2nd annual 9/11 candlelight memorial service Thursday, September 11 at 8:30 p.m. All are invited to participate. Councilman Dick Crawford mentioned that Project Alert was in progress, with Mike Heftka coordinating, and residents should pay attention to stopped school buses. Lastly, Supervisor McMahon announced that the county would be closing Stony Point Road north of Ransom beginning Monday, September 8. The road is estimated to remain closed for three weeks.
Adelphia Channel Changes Announced For Isle
By Joelle Logue
Sept 2, 2003 . . .Grand Island Adelpia Cable customers will experience the following channel relocations on or after September 20: Cspan moving to Channel 9 from Basic to Broadcast; Cspan II moving to Channel 19 from Basic to Broadcast; Adelphia's preview channel and leased access will share Channel 10; Turner Classic Movies moving to Channel 56; Oxygen moving to Channel 68; the Weather Channel moving to Channel 49; and Lifetime moving to Channel 29.
Coverage will be discontinued on the digital Encore West Coast feeds and Familyland. The Health network will move from Basic to Digital Basic on Channel 123.
These changes, according to an Adelphia communique, are the result of some exciting new enhancements being made to the digital offerings by Adelphia before the end of the year.
Electronic Recycling Drop-off Day Set
By Joelle Logue
Sept 2, 2003 . . . The County of Erie has scheduled a Computer Recycling Drop-off Day to be held Saturday, September 27, 2003 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Praxair's South Lot, Woodward Ave., Tonawanda. Residents will be able to turn in their old computers including CPU's, monitors, keyboards, mice and printers. Also being collected are televisions, fluorescent bulbs, ballasts, cell phones, and appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators and stoves.
For further information, call the Recycling Information Hotline at 858-6996 or the Erie County Office of Solid Waste, 858-6370.
GRAND ISLAND TOWN BOARD AGENDA – WORKSHOP #32 Date: SEPTEMBER 2, 2003
6:30 P.M. – Tuesday, September 2, 2003
I C OF O - 555 RANSOM ROAD
II ZONING ISSUE – PATIO HOMES
III MOTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Personnel Matters
B. Staffing – Building Department
C. Commission for Conservation Appointment
IV AGENDA REVIEW
V NEW ITEMS
A. Minutes Workshop #31
B. Blackout Expenses – Update
C. Sales Tax Receipts – August
D. Little League Cage
E. Traffic Safety Advisory Board – List of Concerns
F. Staley & Baseline – MVA’s
G. Skateboard Park – LOC
H. Ronco – Phone System Power Backup
I. Garage Sale Signs
J. McGinty – Building Permit
K. Zoning Officer – Action Items
1. Location Permits
2. Sign Ordinance – Revisions
3. Overgrown Grass
4. Street Vendors
L. Veterans Park – Schedule Meeting
M. Project Childsafe
N. Workplace Harassment Policy
O. Collateral Source Bill
P. Connections Board
Q. Historic Preservation – Proposed Ordinance
R. Character First
S. Employee Incentive
VI CONTINUING ITEMS
A. West River Service Road – Ownership
B. ORPS Assessment Review
C. Bonding for Mining/Pond Permits
D. Update Honor Roll – DeGlopper Monument
E. Drainage – Stormwater
1. Town Wide
2. Neighborhood
F. Sign Ordinance – Update
G. Plumbing Ordinance – Update
H. Town Hall Signs
I. Water Meter Policy
J. Athletic Field Policy
K. Town Holiday Decorations
VII ROUNDTABLE
PUBLIC MEETING NO. 16 Date: SEPTEMBER 2, 2003
ROLL CALL:
INVOCATION: St. Martin-In-The-Field Episcopal Church
PLEDGE: Councilwoman Cooke
PUBLIC COMMENT - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
APPROVE MINUTES: Town Board Meeting of August 18, 2003
SUBMIT CLAIMS FOR AUDIT
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8:00 P.M. NONE
CONSENT AGENDA
1. State Equalization Rate/2003 - State Board of Real Property Services
2. Board of Architectural Review - Minutes of Meeting: July 14, 2003
3. County Notice of Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day
4. Erie County Cooperative Pesticide Notification Program Poster
5. Adelphia Communications - Channel Changes
6. NYSOPRHP - Amended Permit for Culvert Replacement on Long Road
7. County comptroller - Sales Tax Revenue for August 2003
8. County Electronic Recycling Drop-off Day
COMMUNICATIONS - TOWN BOARD
SUPERVISOR McMAHON
1. Thruway Tolls
COUNCILMAN CRAWFORD
2. Request for Traffic Study at Baseline and Staley Roads
COMMUNICATIONS - OTHER OFFICIALS
TOWN CLERK NANCY SAMRANY
1. Special Use Renewals:
A. Cathleen Shaw 3054 Stony Point - Personal Use of Two (2) Horses
B. Donald & Andrea Magro 8 Fairview Court - Nursery and Day Care Center at 2880 Grand Island Boulevard
C. Kathleen Doldan 1505 Huth Road - House Two (2) Horses
D. Sprint Sites, USA - Communication Tower at Town Bikepath off Bedell Road
E. Gene Ryshkus for Agriculture/Nursery (Gardening) at 2120 Alvin Road
2. Budget Amendment
TOWN ENGINEER & HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
3. Rescind Bid Request for 2003 Highway Resurfacing Program
4. Change Order No. 1 for Resurfacing of Various Town Roads
TOWN JUSTICE COURT
5. Appointment of a Marriage Officer
COMMUNICATIONS - GENERAL
LAURIE YARNES
1. Request Permission for Block Party- Amy Drive/Sawmill Run/Independence Lane
RAJ CHOPRA
2. Love Road Rezoning
KELLY L. GREENE
3. Resignation as Recreation Attendant
FUCCILLO AUTOMOTIVE
4. Permission for Displays
REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Local Law Intro # 3 of 2003 - Installation of Stop Signs
2. Appointment of Fill Vacancy on Conservation Commission
3. Appoint Engineer Assistant
4. Steve Vathy 5400 East River - Recreational Pond
FROM THE FLOOR:
FROM THE TOWN BOARD:
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENT
In Memory of:
Dr. Charles Cook Eckles
Margaret (Zanow) Dickinson
John S. Papai
Eileen S. (Mulligan) Burns
Town of Grand Island
Outreach Worker - Part Time
The Town of Grand Island is seeking qualified applicants for the part time position of outreach worker. Duties include client contact, performing intake and referral, case management, parenting programs, planning community events and youth center responsibilities. Looking for a candidate who is dependable, motivated, self-starting and responsible with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or Human Services with one-year experience. A two-year degree with two to five years experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree. Starting pay is $11.40 per hour working up to ten hours weekly. Some evening work is required. Submit a letter of interest including qualifications and experience to:
Town Supervisor Peter McMahon
2255 Baseline Road
Grand Island, New York 14072
Letters received prior to September 15, 2003 will be considered.
Public Hearing On Stop Sign Installation Postponed
By Joelle Logue
Monday, August 18, 2003 . . .A public hearing originally scheduled for Monday (Aug. 18, 2003) regarding the installation of stop signs in several locations in the town was postponed till a later date. Referred to the town attorney was another request for a new stop sign and street sign at Harvey and Park Place that will be added to the list for the public hearing yet to be rescheduled. Stop sign locations being considered include a three way at Jamestown Road and Sherman, Sawmill and Independence Lane, an all way stop at Amy Drive and Sawmill Run, and one at each end of Jamestown Road and Old Carriage House Road.
The town board authorized the supervisor to sign a letter of intent for the town to participate as a member of the coalition organized as the Grand Island Citizen Corps Council. The supervisor was also authorized to sign a letter of intent to participate in the matching grant from NYSEC with the Western New York Regional Stormwater Coalition which is applying for a $350,000 grant to assist with implementation of the EPA Phase II stormwater requirements. The town will be responsible for providing matching funds that will be minimal and can be accomplished through in-kind services.
Approved was a request from Highway Superintendent Ray Dlugokinski to advertise Phase II of the 2003 resurfacing program for bids on Friday, August 22, 2003 with bids to be open Wednesday, September 3 at 10 a.m. The resurfacing project includes East River Road from Bush Road to Ferry Road and from Ferry to Cox Road. Also Ferry to east of Beaver Island Parkway. Left over funds from this year's resurfacing budget will pay for the additional roads.
In personnel matters, the board tabled appointing an engineering assistant and received with regret the resignation of Kim Auger as outreach worker position at the Enrichment and Referral Center effective August 27. The board also tabled making an appointment to the Commission for Conservation of the Environment.
Referred to the town board for review and follow up was a report filed by Kasey Morgan, a SUNY at Buffalo Civil Engineering student and summer intern, on read surface management system conducted by Cornell Local Roads Program. The Town of Grand Island Engineering Department personnel assisted Morgan in the preparation of the report that will assist town highway and engineering departments in selecting future maintenance programs for town roads.
A waiver from a site plan to add a temporary 60x60 ft. truck turnaround at 1821 Grand Island Blvd. was approved. That property owned by Paul Gerspach is adjacent to Richard Gerspach's property at 1865 Grand Island Blvd. An easement between the two properties is in the process of being filed. Also approved was a special use renewal for the keeping of one or more riding animals by Robert Wakefield at 2413 Staley Road.
Bill O'Connor reminded town board attendees that the Great Lakes Beach Sweep would take place September 20 with participants meeting at 3449 West River at 9:30 a.m.
The next meeting of the town board will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2003 rather than Monday, September 1 due to the Labor Day holiday.
Town Seeks Outreach Worker
By Joelle Logue
Qualified applicants are being sought for the part time position of Outreach Worker at the Town's Enrichment and Referral Center. Duties include client contact, performing intake and referral, case management, parenting programs, planning community events, and more. A four-year degree in social work, psychology or human services or two years experience and a two-year degree is required. Some evening work is expected. Starting pay is $11.07. Letters of interest, including qualifications and experience, should be sent to Town Supervisor Peter McMahon, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY 14072 by September 15.
Free Rabies Clinics Offered
Erie County is offering four free rabies clinics for dog and cat owners who wish to get their pet vaccinated at no cost. Upcoming clinics will be held from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2003 at the SPCA in the Town of Tonawanda; from 5-7 p.m. September 2 in the Brant Fire Company; from 5-7 p.m. September 9 in the parking lot of the Buffalo Zoo and from 2-4 p.m. September 16 at the Cheektowaga highway garage.
Pet owners are asked to have their pets in carriers or on leashes and to bring their pet's vaccination record.
Town Responds To Power Outage
Shortly after 4 p.m. on Thursday (Aug. 14 2003), a widespread power outage occurred which affected a significant portion of Grand Island. The loss of electrical service included the northern and eastern sections of the Town. Cable television service was interrupted in some areas even though electricity remained on. Initially, there was no information available to local officials about the cause or length of the outage.
Within minutes of the outage, Town employees began to implement emergency plans to insure continuation of vital services. Water and Wastewater Department managers and employees were called in to monitor these systems and to begin efforts to operate on emergency power for what might be an extended period of time. The Town Engineer was involved in the assessment of the situation and the planning for contingencies. Highway Department personnel assisted with traffic control devices while additional Town Police officers were called in as a precaution. Local elected officials, including members of the Town Board and the Highway Superintendent were involved in the Town’s response. Many Town Department heads participated in overall effort.
The Town of Grand Island’s water treatment plant is equipped with emergency power generators. This allows the plant to continue purifying drinking water indefinitely. The Niagara County Water System, which is the Town’s alternate source of supply, does not have emergency generators. Their plants were effected by the outage and were shut down. The resulting water shortage shut down the Town’s pipeline under the Niagara River resulting in concerns about water for drinking and fire protection. It was quickly determined that with more than 2 million gallons of water in our storage tanks, and the capacity to treat an additional 2.2 million gallons of water every day, the Town could continue to meet the normal daily demands.
Thirteen of the twenty wastewater lift stations in the Town were left without power. Arrangements were quickly made for three portable generators which would be used to keep the system operating. Without emergency generators, we might have experienced backups in the system which could have flooded basements.
Traffic signals were not operating at several key intersections. Highway Department personnel installed temporary stop signs in an effort to assist motorists and prevent accidents. At the same time, arrangements were made to fuel all Town owned vehicles in case the blackout turned into a long term event.
Police protection on Grand Island was increased as a precautionary measure. Two additional Grand Island Police officers were called in to work. Arrangements were underway to continue the extra protection overnight if it was necessary. Other than causing numerous false alarms, there were no significant incidents related to the outage.
Throughout the late afternoon and evening, members of the Grand Island Fire Company were on standby. Additional public safety dispatchers were brought in to handle the increase in 911 calls related to the power outage.
During the course of the evening, Town officials worked closely with the newly operational Erie County Emergency Operations Center. Status reports were exchanged on a regular basis. Erie County Executive Joel Giambra and other key members of County government were in the E.O.C. helping the local officials deal effectively with the emergency.
Power was restored shortly after 9:30 p.m. to most of Grand Island. Town government operations returned to normal shortly thereafter.
It’s important to recognize the efforts of all of the Town employees who were involved in Thursday’s power outage. “I am extremely pleased with the response of all our Town employees during this event. At least one key employee came in to work from his vacation. Almost two dozen employees and elected officials responded immediately to our alert,” said Town Supervisor Peter McMahon. “What would have been a crisis in some communities was just an unusual event that was very well handled.”
“We have been working on increased emergency power capacity for our wastewater system. I believe that this event justifies those efforts,” the Supervisor said. "Ultimately, we expect to have this capacity at all of the key lift stations. One item, on our long list of capital projects involves renovation of a portion of the 1st floor in Town Hall. When it’s completed, this renovation will resolve a number of important issues, including the addition of the capacity to use some existing space as a command post during emergencies,” he added. “We will install extra phone lines and computer jacks in the conference room to enable us to use it during emergencies. The installation of an emergency generator will complete these preparations,” Supervisor McMahon said.
PUBLIC MEETING NO. 14 Date: AUGUST 18, 2003
ROLL CALL:
INVOCATION: St. Stephen’s Roman Catholic Church
PLEDGE: Councilman Robillard
PUBLIC COMMENT - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
APPROVE MINUTES: Town Board Meeting – August 4, 2003
SUBMIT CLAIMS FOR AUDIT
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8:00 P.M.
l. LOCAL LAW INTRO #3 OF 2003 – INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS
CONSENT AGENDA
1. County of Erie Auction – Parcels of Real Property
2. New York State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund
3. Erie County Wildlife Rabies Vaccination Program
4. Town Hall Meeting with Alan G. Hevesi – Tuesday, September 9, 2003
5. NYS Thruway Authority – 2002 Bridge Inspection Reports
6. Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes – July 2003
7. Building Permits – July 2003
8. Golden Age Center – Usage of Vehicles and Facilities for July 2003
9. Seneca Nation, et al v. State of New York, et al
COMMUNICATIONS - TOWN BOARD
SUPERVISOR McMAHON
1. Appointment to Fill Vacancy on Conservation Commission
COUNCILMAN CRAWFORD
2. Citizens Corp. Council - Letter of Commitment
COMMUNICATIONS - OTHER OFFICIALS
NANCY SAMRANY TOWN CLERK
1. Special Use Renewal - Robert Wakefield 2413 Staley Road for the Keeping of One or More Riding Animals
TOWN ENGINEER AND HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
2. Cornell Local Roads Program - Road Surface Management System Report
TOWN ENGINEER JOHN WHITNEY
3. Cooperating MS4 Letter of Intent
4. Advertise Bid Request - 2003 Highway Resurfacing Program Various Town Roads Phase 2
5. Appoint Engineer Assistant
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT RAY DLUGOKINSKI
6. New Stop Sign and Street Sign
GIFTS COORDINATOR SUE NOVITS
7. Resignation from Kim Auger
8. Request to Hire
COMMUNICATIONS - GENERAL
1. Paul Gerspach - Waiver Request from Site Plan for Temporary Turnaround
REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Steve Vathy 5400 East River Road – Recreational Pond
FROM THE FLOOR:
FROM THE TOWN BOARD:
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENT
In Memory of:
Lauretta F. Vanthoff
Paul H. Taylor
GRAND ISLAND TOWN BOARD AGENDA – WORKSHOP #31
6:30 P.M. – Monday, August 18, 2003
I MOTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Commission for Conservation of the Environment Interview
B. Commission for Conservation of the Environment Interview
C. Tax Certiorari – Update
D. Personnel Issue – Update
E. Labor Relations Issue – Update
F. Employee Evaluations
II AGENDA REVIEW
A. Minutes of Prior Meeting
III NEW ITEMS
A. Paving Town Hall Parking Lot
B. TSAB – List of Concerns
C. Staley & Baseline – MVA’s
D. Skateboard Park – LOC
E. Ronco – Phone System Power Backup
F. Garage Sale Signs
G. McGinty – Building Permit
H. Zoning Officer – Action Items
1. Location Permits
2. Sign Ordinance – Revisions
3. Overgrown Grass
4. Street Vendors
I. Veterans Park – Schedule Meeting
J. Project Childsafe
K. Workplace Harassment Policy
L. Collateral Source Bill
M. Connections Board
N. Historic Preservation – Proposed Ordinance
O. Character First
P. Employee Incentive
IV CONTINUING ITEMS
A. 555 Ransom Road – C of O
B. West River Service Road – Ownership
C. ORPS Assessment Review
D. Bonding for Mining/Pond Permits
E. Update Honor Roll – DeGlopper Monument
F. Drainage – Stormwater
1. Town Wide
2. Neighborhood
G. Sign Ordinance – Update
H. Plumbing Ordinance – Update
I. Town Hall Signs
J. Water Meter Policy
K. Athletic Field Policy
L. Town Holiday Decorations
V ROUNDTABLE
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter Visits Island - August 2003
U.S. Rep. Louise M. Slaughter is shown with Supervisor Peter A. McMahon
Barbi Lare Photo
U.S. Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY28) met with town officials at 11 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2003 to announce the $250,000 that she has secured to expand the Island's wastewater system beneath Grand Island Blvd. Congresswoman Slaughter toured the area which will benefit from the sewer expansion.
"As a direct result of efforts by Congresswoman Slaughter, we will be able to proceed with a project that has both environmental and economic benefits for the Town of Grand Island," Supervisor Peter A. McMahon said. According to the supervisor, the project is expected to be completed by the end of 2004. Click Sewer Expansion for previous story.
Public Hearing - "Stop Sign"
TOWN OF GRAND ISLAND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
REGARDING INSTALLATION
OF “STOP SIGN”
From the office of Town Clerk Nancy J. Samrany
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Grand Island will hold a public hearing at 8:00 p.m. on August 18, 2003, at Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, to consider and possibly adopt a Local Law Intro #3 of 2003 modifying Section 46A-1 of the Town Code of the Town of Grand Island regarding “stop signs” in the Town of Grand Island. At a time and place, all interested members of the public shall be heard.
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter To Visit Island
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter will meet with Town officials at 11 a.m. Friday, August 8. 2003 to discuss the $250,000 ear marked for Grand Island in the House of Representatives HUD Authorization Bill. During the visit the Congresswoman will tour the area which will benefit from the sewer expansion and answer questions from the media.
Town Proclaims National Airborne Day
Shown from left are Councilmen Dan Robillard and Kevin Rustowicz, Supervisor Peter McMahon, Joseph Stefaniak and Joe Synakowski of the 82nd Airborne Association, and Councilmen Dick Crawford and Mary Cooke.
By Joelle Logue
Acknowledging that Grand Island is the birthplace and final resting place of Congressional Medal of Honor awardee Pfc. Charles N. DeGlopper for his heroic actions as a member of Company "C" First Battalion, 325th Glider Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division at LaFiere, France in 1944, the Town Board Monday proclaimed August 16, 2003 as National Airborne Day on Grand Island.
The 82nd Airborne Division was the first division organized out of the success of a Parachute Test Platoon and has continued in active service since its creation. On hand to receive the proclamation was Joe Synakowski and Joseph Stefaniak of the 82nd Airborne Association. Stefaniak, who recently moved to Grand Island, was in the vicinity of LaFiere in 1944 when DeGlopper helped save his infantry by diverting attention away from them and taking fire which resulted in his death.
The board announced that a portion of Long Road from Grand Island Blvd. to West River Road is closed effective July 31 until completion for a culvert replacement. Work is to be performed by Armand Cerrone Inc. and detours will be posted.
In other business Monday, the board:
Federal Money To Fund Sewer Expansion Along Grand Island Blvd.
By Joelle Logue
U.S. Rep. Louise Slaughter announced today $525,000 for local projects in the Buffalo area including $250,000 for expanding Grand Island's sewer system along Grand Island Boulevard. Much needed for some time is a sewer system to serve the first one and three quarter miles of the Boulevard that is largely undeveloped due to the fact it presently only has septic systems of indeterminate condition.
By extending the sewer system, the hope is to make Grand Island Boulevard more attractive as a potential business sector. The funding was secured in the fiscal year 04-HUD Appropriations bill just passed by the House Appropriations Committee yesteday.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day Set
By Joelle Logue
Erie County has announced a hazardous waste drop off day will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, September 6, 2003 at Honeywell, 20 Peabody Street in Buffalo (enter from Elk Street).
Items that may be brought to the site for free include pesticides and fertilizers (limit 2 gal. or 20 lbs.), oil based paints (10 gal.), paint thinners and solvents (limit 2 gal.), batteries - lead acid car and rechargeable, oil, antifreeze and gasoline (limit 10 gal.), automobile tires (no rims - limit of 8), mercury (thermometers, thermostats, elemental), propane tanks and cylinders. No commercial or industrial waste will be accepted.
For more information call the household hazardous waste hotline at 858-6800.
GRAND ISLAND TOWN BOARD AGENDA – WORKSHOP #30
6:30 P.M. – Monday, August 4, 2003
I MOTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Advisory Board Interviews
B. Personnel Matter
C. Proposed Land Acquisition – Update
II AGENDA REVIEW
A. Minutes of Prior Meetings
III NEW ITEMS
A. Sidewalk/Bike Path Extension – Fix Road at Parkway
B. TEA-21 Grant – Passive Park and Bike Path Extension
C. Sales Tax – Comparison
D. McGinty – Building Permit on Unimproved Roadway
E. Zoning Officer – Action Items
1. Location Permits
2. Sign Ordinance – Revisions
3. Overgrown Grass
4. Street Vendors
F. Veterans Park – Schedule Meeting
G. Project Childsafe
H. Workplace Harassment Policy
I. Collateral Source Bill
J. Employee Evaluations – Initiate Program
K. Connections Board
L. Historic Preservation – Proposed Ordinance
M. Character First
N. Employee Incentive
IV CONTINUING ITEMS
A. 555 Ransom Road – C of O
B. West River Service Road – Ownership
C. ORPS Assessment Review
D. Bonding for Mining/Pond Permits
E. Update Honor Roll – DeGlopper Monument
F. Drainage – Stormwater
1. Town Wide
2. Neighborhood
G. Sign Ordinance – Update
H. Plumbing Ordinance – Update
I. Town Hall Signs
J. Water Meter Policy
K. Athletic Field Policy
L. Town Holiday Decorations
V ROUNDTABLE
PUBLIC MEETING NO. 14 Date: AUGUST 4, 2003
ROLL CALL:
INVOCATION: New Apostolic Church
PLEDGE: Councilman Rustowicz
PUBLIC COMMENT - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
PROCLAMATIONS:
NATIONAL AIRBORNE DAY - AUGUST 16, 2003
APPROVE MINUTES: Town Board Meeting of July 21, 2003
SUBMIT CLAIMS FOR AUDIT
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8:00 P.M. NONE
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Grand Island Memorial Library - Minutes of Meeting: May 19, 2003
2. Department of Environment & Planning - Community Development Quarterly Report
3. Capital Markets Advisors, LLC - Bond Anticipation Notes for 2003 Information
4. Public Service Commission - Notice of Public Hearing in Albany, New York for Niagara Mohawk Petition Regarding Security Deposits for Residential Service
5. NYS Department of Labor - Notice of Violation/Order to Comply - Highway Department
6. County Comptroller - Sales Tax Revenues for July 2003
7. ECIDA - Public Hearing 9/2/03 at 9:00 A.M. for Acquisition of 1360 Baseline Road by New York State Association of Regional Council Inc. Heritage Centers
8. Peace Bridge Expansion Project - Scoping Document/Alternative Screening Report
9. County Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day - Honeywell Buffalo 9/6/03
10. National Night Out - Town Hall Commons 9/5/03 from 6 to 8 P.M.
11. Regional Roundtable on Agriculture and Farmland Protection
12. NYSDEC - Town of Grand Island SPDES Approved Permit
COMMUNICATIONS - TOWN BOARD
SUPERVISOR McMAHON
1. Monthly Report - July 2003
2. County Division of Highways -Certificate and Notice of Highway Closure
3. Funding for Grand Island Boulevard Sewer Extension
4. Adelphia - Advanced Draft Franchise Agreement
COMMUNICATIONS - OTHER OFFICIALS
TOWN CLERK NANCY SAMRANY
1. Special Use Renewal: Zygmunt & Anna Bieniulis 3380 Staley Road - Barn Housing Four Horses on 8 Acres
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT RAY DLUGOKINSKI
2 . Roy Teitsworth, Inc. Auction October 11, 2003
3. New Stop Sign
REALITY CAFÉ
4. Budget Amendment
COMMUNICATIONS - GENERAL
GRAND ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS TEAM
1. Request Permission for Car Wash at Town Hall
REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. From Supervisor - Building Department Staffing
2. Steve Vathy 5400 East River Road - Recreational Pond
3. Rezoning - Ed Anderson 4120 East River Road R1-A to B-2
FROM THE FLOOR:
FROM THE TOWN BOARD:
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENT
In Memory of:
Helen Widdicombe
Carol A. Berlinger
Margaret Ellen Barker
Joan Kilmer
Roy Pennario
Wendy's/Tim Hortons Project To Get Underway
Jodi Robinson Photo
Dan McMahon Photo - Click for larger view
July 31, 2003 . . .The Wendy's/Tim Hortons project on the corner of Grand Island Blvd. and Staley Road is showing signs of getting underway. Part of the wooded area behind the Mobil gas station presently on the site, is being cleared, and the station will soon be demolished. More information on the town's newest business may be found by clicking "Wendy's/Hortons."
Rep. Slaughter Announces Federal Funding For Grand Island Blvd. Sewer System
July 23, 2003 . . .U.S. Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY28) today announced $525,000 for local projects in the Buffalo Niagara region. The funding has been secured in the Fiscal Year 04 VA-HUD Appropriations bill, which was passed by the House Appropriations Committee yesterday. The money will fund projects including Grand Island's sewer system.
"I am delighted to announce new funding for these important projects," said Rep. Slaughter. "The funding will also stimulate economic activity,. . . making Grand Island Boulevard more attractive to business."
The projects include $250,000 for the Town of Grand Island's wastewater system: The Town of Grand Island will use the funding to expand its sewer system along Grand Island Boulevard, the equivalent of the town's Main Street. The first one and three quarter miles of Grand Island Boulevard are largely undeveloped. The few businesses and homes on this section of the Boulevard are now served by septic systems of indeterminate condition.
Other projects are $140,000 to renovate Buffalo's historic Broadway Market, $75,000 for 1490 Enterprises, Inc. in Buffalo, NY, and $60,000 for the Town of Niagara's Community Center and park.
Grand Island Supervisor Peter A. McMahon who called the Grand Island E-News Thursday from Washington, D.C. said, "It's going to be an important step forward for economic development on Grand Island Blvd., and I want to thank Congresswoman Slaughter for helping us get the funds earmarked in the House Appropriations bill. We have assurances from both Senators Clinton and Schumer that they'll help us when the Senate Appropriations bill is earmarked."
"Getting federal tax dollars back to WNY is always a good thing and it is extra good to have them earmarked for a Grand Island project," Town Councilmember Mary Cooke said in an interview today (July 24). "This $250,000 will go a long way toward making the Grand Island Blvd. sewers in Sewer District #5 a reality. This funding covers nearly 40% of the project's cost so it is a boost for all of Grand Island and particularly for the property owners in Sewer District #5. This is the beginning of a long talked about project," Mrs. Cooke said.
According to Town Councilman Dan Robillard, who also spoke with E-News Editor Teddy Linenfelser Thursday morning, "It's a much needed benefit, one that will certainly benefit all the residents and the businesses on the Island."
Town Board Report
School Pedestrian Crossing Plans Stymied
By Joelle Logue
Differences in scope and responsibility for services have stymied plans for pedestrian access between Grand Island High School from Bishops Gate. While the town was willing to assume costs to put in a five foot path at the location at a cost of $6,344, School Buildings and Grounds Superintendent Donn Perry thinks the pavement must be a minimum of 10 ft. wide to permit snow removal with a plow-equipped pick-up truck. Perry also suggests a removable pillar should be in place during other seasons to prevent cars from using the path.
The town board agreed Monday, July 21, 2003 to hold to its original offer of a five foot path that, once installed, would be maintained by the school.
Following a public hearing at which no one spoke regarding the establishment of Lighting District No. 38, the town board approved the district in Oakwood Estates, River Oaks, Section 2 at a cost of $1597.78 annually. Another public hearing led to the approval of closing Marjorie Drive from Sheree to Carter August 9 from 11 a.m. to dusk for a block party subject to a provision for emergency vehicles if necessary.
Tabled was a plan from Steve Vathy for a recreational pond at 5400 East River Road while the Planning Board seeks the following information: a letter from the DEC that Vathy has permission to build a pond; wetland delineation lines on his drawing; details for restoration; details for erosion sedimentation control; and USDA safety requirements.
Also tabled was a request from Code Enforcement Officer Doug Learman for part-time help as a short-term solution to the backlog of inspections pending.
Amherst Paving was awarded the bid for bituminous resurfacing of various town roads at a cost of $210,258.50.
The town board dedicated Hazelwood Court and Hazelwood Lane in Oakwood Estates, River Oaks, Section 2 subject to approvals by the town engineer, attorneys for the town and order of the highway superintendent. Also accepted were the temporary sanitary sewer and turnaround easements subject to approval of the town attorneys.
During a workshop held prior to the town board meeting, the board decided to hold another workshop to try to iron out the last three areas of contention regarding island-wide rezoning. Yet to be resolved is the area around Webb Road, an area involving Bonnywoods and Ed Anderson's property on East River Road. Tentatively, the workshop is set for August 5 at 2:30 p.m. but that is subject to change should key participants not be available.
Part-time Job Opportunity - Town of Grand Island
The Town of Grand Island is seeking a qualified design professional for part-time work in the Building Department. The primary duties will be reviewing building plans for compliance with the new State of New York Building Code. Familiarity with 2003 State Building Codes and experience with plan review are essential.
Interested persons are asked to submit a letter, including qualifications and experience, to Town Supervisor Peter A. McMahon. Letters received by August 1, 2003 will be considered. For additional information, contact any member of the Town Board.
TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2003
2:30 PM
RE: ZONING CODE CHANGES
Dept. of Motor Vehicles Has Island Hours - July 2003
By Joelle Logue
The Department of Motor Vehicles, through efforts made by the Town Board and Town Clerk Nancy J. Samrany, is serving Island residents and the general public at town hall Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supervisor Peter McMahon announced Monday that 35 people took advantage of the services during the first day of operations.
Fewer Voting Machines For Primary Election - July 2003
By Joelle Logue
Town Clerk Nancy J. Samrany, in a cost-saving effort, will limit the number of voting machines to one in all polling districts for the Primary Election, Tuesday, September 9, 2003. The only exception will be the Bible Presbyterian Family Life Center where there will be two voting machines.
The following sites are designated polling places for the town:
District 1 - Nike Base, 3278 Whitehaven Road
District 2 - Huth Road School, 1773 Huth Road
District 3 - High School, 1100 Ransom Road
District 4 - Nike Base, 3278 Whitehaven Road
District 5 - Highway Garage, 1820 Whitehaven Road
District 6 - Family Life Center, 1780 Love Road
District 7 - Family Life Center, 1780 Love Road
District 8 - Fire House. 790 Baseline Road
District 9 - Family Life Center, 1780 Love Road
District 10 - Family Life Center, 1780 Love Road
District 11 - Huth Road School, 1773 Huth Road
District 12 - Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road
District 13 - Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road
District 14 - Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road
District 15 - Fire House, 3293 Stony Point Road
GRAND ISLAND TOWN BOARD AGENDA – WORKSHOP #29
6:30 P.M. – Monday, July 21, 2003
I MOTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Labor Relation Issue(s) – Update Hodgson Russ
B. Notice of Claim – Review Hodgson Russ
C. Employee Evaluations – Update P. McMahon
II AGENDA REVIEW
III NEW ITEMS
A. Zoning Officer – Activity Report with action items
B. Assessment Services – Quarterly Report
C. Zoning Issues – Update and Schedule Workshop
D. Veterans park – Schedule of Events
E. Quarterly Summary of Assessment Services
F. Vehicle Inventory
G. Pesticide Use
H. Project Childsafe
I. Workplace Harassment Policy
J. Intermunicipal Agreement – WNY Stormwater Coalition
K. Code Enforcement Disaster Assistance Response – MOU
L. Collateral Source Bill
M. Fire Extinguisher Inspection Contract
N. Employee Evaluations – Initiate Program
O. Connections Board
P. Historic Preservation – Proposed Ordinance
Q. Character First
R. Employee Incentive
S. Re: Letter Fixed Costs for School Tax Collections
IV CONTINUING ITEMS
A. 555 Ransom Road – C of O
B. West River Service Road – Ownership
C. Building Permit – Allenton
D. ORPS Assessment Review
E. Bonding for Mining/Pond Permits
F. Update Honor Roll – DeGlopper Monument
G. Drainage – Stormwater
1. Town Wide
2. Neighborhood
H. Sign Ordinance – Update
I. Plumbing Ordinance – Update
J. Town Hall Signs
K. Water Meter Policy
L. Athletic Field Policy
M. Town Holiday Decorations
V ROUNDTABLE
PUBLIC MEETING NO. 13 Date: JUNE 21, 2003
ROLL CALL:
INVOCATION: Bible Presbyterian Church
PLEDGE: Councilman Rustowicz
PUBLIC COMMENT - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
APPROVE MINUTES: Town Board Meeting of July 7, 2003
Special Public Hearing - Zoning July 8, 2003
SUBMIT CLAIMS FOR AUDIT
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8:00 P.M.
1. Block Party on Marjorie Drive
2. Establishment of Lighting District No. 38
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Notice of Claim - Debra Bartholomew against Town of Grand Island
2. Board of Architectural Review - Minutes of Meetings: May 12, & June 9, 2003
3. NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation-Clean Water State Revolving Fund Financing
4. Notice of Erie County Electronic Recycling Events
5. Zoning Board of Appeals - Minutes of Meeting: June 5, 2003
6. Planning Board - Minutes of Meeting: May 12, 2003
COMMUNICATIONS - TOWN BOARD
SUPERVISOR McMAHON
1. Building Department Staffing
2. High School - Pedestrian Crossing
COMMUNICATIONS - OTHER OFFICIALS
TOWN CLERK NANCY SAMRANY
1. Department of Motor Vehicles Information
PLANNING BOARD
2. Steve Vathy 5400 East River Road - Recreational Pond 90’x 70’
TOWN ENGINEER & HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
3. Award Bid - Bituminous Resurfacing of Various Town Roads
TOWN ATTORNEY
4. Hazelwood Court - Road Dedication
RECREATION DIRECTOR LINDA TUFILLARO
5. Summer Hire
COMMUNICATIONS - GENERAL NONE
REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE:
UNFINISHED/ BUSINESS:
1. Town Clerk - Consolidation of Polling Places
2. Rezoning - Ed Anderson 4120 East River Road from R-1A to B-2
3. Town Clerk - Designation of Polling Places
FROM THE FLOOR:
FROM THE TOWN BOARD:
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENT
In Memory of:
Helen Widdecombe
Theresa (Terry) Thompson
Mel Rupp
Town Board Meeting - July 7, 2003
The town board met Monday, July 7, 2003 and following a public hearing, voted to refer the proposed 2003 drainage program to the town engineer.
A request for access to the Nike Base by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security for possible installation of security cameras was unanimously approved by the board.
The next regular town board meeting will be held Monday, August 21, 2003 in the town hall.
For Town Board Minutes of the July 7, 2003 meeting, click July 7th Meeting
Residents Reminded Of Public Hearing On Isle-wide Rezoning - July 2003
Comments to changes in the proposed Isle-wide zoning will be heard by the town board 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2003 in Town Hall. The board is hoping this is the last public hearing regarding the zoning that is a direct result of a 1992 Town Comprehensive Plan, and that the rezoning can be fully approved this summer. Most of the newest changes are tweaks in residential density and creating pockets of business along the waterfront.
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