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Town Board Meeting – Oct 10, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:05 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:

  1. William Layton – Supervisor
  2. Howard Buttel – Councilperson
  3. Tim LaTourette – Councilperson – Absent with permission
  4. Peggy Backus – Councilperson
  5. Carl Stuendel – Councilperson


Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg – Hwy Superintendent
  2. Gail Crane ‑ Deputy Town Clerk
  3. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the Supervisor
  4. Joe Reynolds ‑ Building Inspector
  5. Robert A. Panasci  – Young & Sommer


Pledge to the flag was led by Stuendel

Minutes Approval:

On motion by Buttel, seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on September 12, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerk’s Report:

On motion by Buttel, seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s monthly report for September.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Supervisor’s Report:

The Town’s monthly financial report was reviewed with Nancy Roberts, bookkeeper to the Supervisor.  It was noted that the Highway Fund may be short by December 2011, due to delay in receiving reimbursement from the State for CHIPS projects.

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Guest Speakers:

Robert A Panasci of Young & Sommer addressed the board regarding the sale of the property for the proposed Hamlet Sewer District that is currently owned by Kathy Layton and Sharon Gifford (Bill Layton’s wife and sister-in-law).  Young & Sommer have given their assurance that the price of the property is fair and reasonable.  The Board had previously given approval to purchase the property.  In order to dispel any issue of irregularity/impropriety, Young & Summers recommended that an additional resolution be passed authorizing Deputy Supervisor Howie Buttel, rather than Supervisor William Layton, to execute on behalf of the Town the agreement to purchase the Property and to execute any and all documents necessary to complete the transaction.

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Backus, it was moved to pass Resolution 16-2011 authorizing Howie Buttel to be the Town’s representative to execute any and all & documents necessary to complete the transaction for the sale property.

Vote:  All AYE’s (Bill Layton recused himself) – Motion carried.

Note:  Robert Panaschi will email to Michelle Phoenix the resolution with a space for Michelle to assign the resolution number  [which she has done above].

Other Reports:

Building Inspector:

Joe Reynolds reported that a bad check had been received for a building permit and the cost associated with trying to collect the money is exceeding the cost of the original building permit.  Additional costs have included but are not limited to: a Certified Letter from the Town Clerk, multiple site visits, and long distance phone calls.  The Board discussed options.  At this time, it is suggested the Permit be retracted and a violation notice be issued.  Joe was asked to keep track of the costs.

Report – Planning Board

None

Report – Assessor

None

Report – Highway Superintendent

  1. Hydro-seeder used – did well.  Grass growing quickly
  2. Worked on Roods Creek
  3. Worked on drawing grit
  4. Finch Hollow Road – cleared out a plugged pipe
  5. General maintenance work performed
  6. Ron asked ‘What is the status of the Grant on Chamberlain?”  Bill Layton will call Kristen at County and get back to Ron with details.
  7. Graydon of Delaware County Soil & Water suggested we apply for a grant for Town Road – joint request by Howie Buttel and Town together.  Howie and Bill will look into this and see what needs to be done.


Report – Dog Control Officer

  1. No issues to report this month.
  2. Travel of more than 900 miles has been done


Report- Supervisor:

  1. Preliminary Budget – Preliminary budget reviewed & discussed.  2% Cap as required has been met.  Challenge areas of Health Insurance and Highway Dept.  Union Contract which is at an impasse will affect the Preliminary Budget.Ron V. and Joe Reynolds both request pay increases which the Board regretfully cannot honor with the 2% Cap in effect.

    On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Backus, it was moved to accept the 2012 Preliminary Budget.

    Vote:  All AYE’s – Motion carried

    Notice of Public Hearing of Preliminary Budget to be put in the newspaper by November 1st, 2011.  Notice of Public Hearing for Preliminary Budget scheduled for 11-10-2011.

  2. Health Insurance – Management insurance options discussed – Costs & coverage needs to be clarified.  Bill to set up a meeting with Insurance Person and Ron & Sue VanValkenburg.


Correspondence

Bill read letter of resignation of Justice Lloyd Backus effective January 1, 2012.  Recognition of Lloyd’s long years of service was voiced.

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Layton, it was moved to accept the resignation of the Town Justice, Lloyd Backus.

Vote: All AYE’s – Motion Carried

Other

On motion by Buttel, seconded by Backus, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for September, 2011 as follows:

General Fund: $ 4196.56
Highway Fund: $ 24319.22
Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by Backus, and seconded by Buttel, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM

Next meeting will be at 7pm on November 10, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

Respectfully submitted:

Gail Crane
Town of Tompkins
Deputy Town Clerk

Town Board Meeting – Sept 12, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board
was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

 

Present:

  1. William Layton – Supervisor
  2. Howard Buttel – Councilperson
  3. Tim LaTourette – Councilperson – Arrived at 7:19PM
  4. Peggy Backus – Councilperson
  5. Carl Stuendel – Councilperson

 

Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg – Hwy Superintendent
  2. Michelle Phoenix – Town Clerk
  3. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the supervisor
  4. Brian Albanese

 

Pledge to the flag was led by Howard Buttel

 

Minutes Approval:

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on August 9, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

 

Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerks Report:

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s monthly report for August.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Supervisor’s Report:

The Town’s monthly financial report was reviewed with Nancy Roberts, bookkeeper to the Supervisor.

On motion by Stuendel seconded by Buttel it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Guest Speakers:

Brian Albanese – Questioned the issues with flooding on Bridge St. and State Rt. 206. Ron explained he has received a permit from DEC and the
creek will be getting a temporary fix.

 

Other Reports:

Report – Planning Board

None

 

Report – Assessor

None – The board discussed that now they have the extra room
they would like to see the assessor move all Town of Tompkins files to the Town
of Tompkins office building and to have the assessor hold office hours at least
one day per month. Bill will discuss this with the Assessor.

 

Report – Highway Superintendent

  1. CHIPS work is done still awaiting the money.
  2. Ditch work has been done on numerous roads
  3. Rip Rap has been placed on Dry Brook along with drive way pipes being replaced.
  4. Hauled some grit.
  5. Scrap Metal  – Still have not received money
  6. Need more Grit for this year, board also needs to up the amount of grit money for the 2012 budget
  7. Salt shed, paper shed, and fuel shed have been painted by summer help.
  8. Discussed Hurricane Disaster and the flooding
  9. Pipe at George Kehr that boarders the state land needs repair.
  10. 95 Chevy needs clutch work
  11. Cat loader – Eye on end of cylinder snapped off and Dana has fixed.
  12. Hurricane Irene – Loads of trees down but we had minor road damage.
  13. Hurricane Lee – Minor damage, worst hit was LaTourette Rd.

 

Report – Dog Control Officer

  1. Questioned what board would like to do with residents that did nothing with summons that were sent out, after much discussion board agreed that this may be the Judge’s decision and in the mean time contact Deb from Ag and Markets and see if she has any ideas.
  2. 2 Dogs were picked up and taken to shelter.
  3. The dog crate the DCO currently has is falling apart and is beyond repair, after much discussion a motion was made by Layton, seconded by Buttel to purchase a new dog crate. Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

 

Report- Supervisor

  1. Town Signs – Bill has emailed the drawings that Hanna Wagner drew up too Jamie Mullineaux, still awaiting his response on the cost.
  2. Building fund – Discussion on using it for school house and or the pole barn. It was discussed into looking for a grant for the school house.
  3. Cannonsville Cemetery – Paperwork for putting the cemetery in the Town of Tompkins name is at lawyers and when Bill called Lawyer to see how the process was coming, it was found that the paperwork had been misplaced. In the meantime someone is interested in purchasing burial plot’s, Bill has gone through this with
    this person and agreed to sell a 10×90 plot for $1,000 when the paperwork that is at the Lawyers is complete.
  4. Received the money from the City for plowing.
  5. The Boom Mower  has been paid for.

 

Correspondence

None

 

Other

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for September, 2011 as follows:

General Fund: $ 9274.05
Highway Fund: $ 208983.82
Capital Fund: $ 688.98

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by Layton and seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

The meeting was adjourned at 8:45

 

Next meeting will be at 7pm on October 10, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

 

Michelle Phoenix
Town of Tompkins
Town Clerk

Town Board Meeting – August 8, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:02 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:

  1. William Layton-Supervisor
  2. Howard Buttel-Councilperson
  3. Tim LaTourette – Councilperson
  4. Peggy Backus – Councilperson
  5. Carl Stuendel – Councilperson

 
Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
  2. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
  3. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the supervisor
  4. Brian Albanese

 

Pledge to the flag was led by Carl Stuendel

Minutes Approval:

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on July 11, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.
 
Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerks Report:

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s July monthly report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.
 
Supervisor’s Report:

The Town’s monthly financial report was reviewed with Nancy Roberts, bookkeeper to the Supervisor.

On motion by Buttel seconded by Layton it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.
 

Guest Speakers:

Brian Albanese – Asked if he could put a campaign sign in the Town Building yard. The Board stated he could not due to the fact that you are not allowed to place a campaign sign within a certain number of feet of a polling place.
 

Other Reports:

Report – Planning Board

Michelle supplied copies of the Minutes for May 12, 2011 Planning Board meeting.  They were reviewed by the Board.  Click July 14, 2011 Planning Bd Minutes for PDF.
 

Report – Assessor

None
 

Report – Highway Superintendent

  1. 2 Inch Top has been put down on Higley Spur, part of Higley Rd, Bobs Brook, Windfall and Gray Road.  They will be sealed up in about 2 – 3 weeks.
  2. Cleaned up the lot behind the Salt Shed ( Old TC Sports Bldg)
  3. Will be putting in rip rap on Dry Brook.
  4. More Ditch and Brush work has been done.
  5. Ron questioned how much the scrap metal brought.
  6. Questioned the Stream Corridor Project, and repairs for Chamberlain Brook, Pine Swamp and Mormon Hollow.
  7. Ron asked for more money for Grit also for Sealing of the roads. Much discussion went on about this. The board agreed to hold a special meeting when Ron gets numbers for the cost of sealing the roads.
  8. Summer help ends this week (8/12/2011).

 
Report – Dog Control Officer

  1. 6 Summons issued
  2. Received a call from a resident on Lower Loomis about a dog on their property, picked dog up and took to the owner.
  3. Received a cruelty call, checked it out and was unfounded.
  4. Have 15 dog owners not home when went out to give summons. After much discussion the board agreed to have the summons mailed to dog owners return registered receipt.
  5.  Received a Letter from an upset resident that had received a summons. Board reviewed

 
Report- Supervisor

  1. Vicky Hornbeck will be stripping and waxing floors.  A motion was made by Stuendel to pay Vicky $12 per hour to do floors, Seconded by Backus.              Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.
  2. Chris McLaughlin asked if she could place a Barn Quilt (American Flag) on the outside of the Town building, After much discussion a motion was made by Buttel to allow Chris to do so, seconded by LaTourette.                                                                                                 Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried
  3. Resolution 15 – 2011 – On Motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel it was approved to approve Resolution 15 – 2011, The Establishment of the Trout Creek Sewer District in the Town of Tompkins.                                                                                                               Vote: All AYE’s – Motion Carried

 

Correspondence

Ron had received and provided the blue prints from Hannah Wagner for the Town of Tompkins signs – Board reviewed, No action taken.
 

Other

On August 1st at 6:00 pm the board met to discuss FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan.

See attached for that meeting’s minutes.  Click Special Meeting-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update for PDF.

 

On motion by Backus, seconded by LaTourette, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for August 8, 2011 as follows: General Fund: $ 15,044.20, Highway Fund: $ 14,480.59,

Capital Fund: $ 3130.51

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.
 
Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by LaTourette and seconded by Buttel, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

On motion by Backus, seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to adjourn meeting at 9:00 pm.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Next meeting will be at 7pm on September 12, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

Michelle Phoenix
Town of Tompkins
Town Clerk

Town Board Meeting – July 11, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:

  1. William Layton-Supervisor
  2. Howard Buttel-Councilperson – Arrived at 7:27
  3. Tim LaTourette – Councilperson
  4. Peggy Backus – Councilperson – Arrived at 7:27
  5. Carl Stuendel – Councilperson

 

Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
  2. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
  3. Charlie Koehler – Town Resident
  4. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the supervisor

 

Pledge to the flag was led by Carl Stuendel

 

Minutes Approval:

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on June 13, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

 

Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerks Report:

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by LaTourette, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s June’s monthly report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Supervisor’s Report:

The Town’s monthly financial report was reviewed with Nancy Roberts, bookkeeper to the Supervisor.

On motion by Stuendel seconded by LaTourette it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Guest Speakers:

None

 

 Other Reports:

Report – Planning Board

None

 

Report – Assessor

None

 

Report – Highway Superintendent

  1. Pine Swamp and Grey Road have had new pipes put down. The DEC advised to place a 5 ft squash pipe which was used and seems to be working good.
  2. Dufton Hollow had a pipe put in.
  3. Crews have been doing ditch work, cutting brush, mowing and working on equipment.
  4. Roods Creek had a small wash out and has been fixed.
  5. Franskevicz Road had water running down it and was causing a wet spot, water was detoured.
  6. Sold York Rake online for $650.
  7. FEMA paperwork being worked on from flood damages.
  8. Boom Mower – Tractor is in Mower should be here middle of this month and they will start assembling.

 

Report – Dog Control Officer

  1. Received a couple of dog calls.
  2. Received a strange call from a resident asking to come pick up neighbor’s dog because they no longer want dog, advised the Resident of Dog Control officer’s duties and stated they would have to bring dog to pound themselves.
  3. 19 Summons for unlicensed dogs have been handed out. .

 

Report- Supervisor

  1. Sewer District information meeting for Town residents that will be included in district will be held July 21, 2011 at 6pm.
  2. Received a letter from Kelsey advising they have Bicentennial books for sale at the cost of $13
  3. Village of Walton Swimming lessons – Town will pay for Town of Tompkins children to attend 1 session of swimming lessons. Town will reimburse families after they provide proof of payment and the Village of Walton submits to Layton an attendance sheet confirming the child has attended at least 50% of the session.
  4. New addition’s floor has been laid. Doors will need to be hung and mop board put up.
  5. FEMA Hazard plan will be July 25,
  6. Contract negotiation meeting dates will be August 1st and 9th   at 7pm.

 

Correspondence

0

 

Other

0

 

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for July 11, 2011 as follows: General Fund: $ 3300.31, Highway Fund: $ 32978.73,

Capital Fund: $ 2807.60

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

 

Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by LaTourette and seconded by Backus, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

On motion by Backus, seconded by Stuendel, it was moved to adjourn meeting at 8:03 pm.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Next meeting will be at 7pm on August 8, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

 

Michelle Phoenix

Town of Tompkins
Town Clerk

Town Board Meeting – June 13, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:

  1. William Layton-Supervisor
  2. Howard Buttel-Councilperson
  3. Tim LaTourette – Councilperson

 

Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
  2. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
  3. Stacie Sovocool – Town Resident
  4. Shelly Johnson – Delaware Co. Planning
  5. Antoine Faison – New Town Resident

 

Pledge to the flag was led by Tim LaTourette

 

Minutes Approval:

On motion by Buttel, seconded by LaTourette, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on May 9, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing regarding Proposal of establishment of Sewer District in the Hamlet of Trout Creek held on May 23, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing regarding the Sewer Use Law held May 23, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing regarding Proposed resolution 2011-14 regarding disallowing NYC/DEC Acquisition of land in fee and acquisition of conservation easement within the 1997 MOA Designated Hamlet area of Trout Creek held  May 23, 2011. [See below for passage of Resolution 2011-14.]

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

 

Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerks Report:

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s May’s monthly report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Supervisor’s Report:

On motion by LaTourette seconded by Buttel it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Guest Speakers:

Shelly Johnson – Delaware Co. Planning

Shelly appeared in front of the board to inquire on their decision on resolution 14-2011.  After further discussion a motion was made by Buttel seconded by Layton to approve resolution 14–2011

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried

 

Stacey Sovocool – Town Resident

Stacey stated that the Village of Walton is now charging non-Walton residents for swimming lessons.  She asked the board if the Town would be willing to pay for Town of Tompkins’ children to attend these classes with the cost of $45 per session per child.  After much discussion a Motion was made by Buttel seconded by LaTourette to check into this issue and to authorize Layton to make final decision on whether the Town would pay for Town of Tompkins’ children to attend swimming lessons for summer of 2011, due the fact that lessons start before next regular Town Board meeting

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried

Other Reports:

Report – Planning Board

0

 

Report – Assessor

0

 

Report – Highway Superintendent

  1. There was no auction in Otego so the old York rake was put online for an internet auction
  2. White 1 Ton is running good at this point; some of the work has been paid through General Motors but not all.
  3. 2005 went to country club for a check engine and service air bag light being on.
  4. International is at Ben Funk for valve adjustments and other repairs
  5. Started laying down Calcium on roads
  6. Flood damage – Declared disaster for April 26 – May 8th 2011, working on damage figures
  7. Hauled gravel – Board should consider putting in budget, crushing more stone in 2012
  8. Doing ditch work, fixing signs, mowing, chipping and cold patching.
  9. Work being done on Higley Rd, Higley Spur and Bobs Brook Rd.
  10. Have received the permits for the pipe work needing to be done on Pine Swamp and Gray Rd.
  11. Questioned on hiring summer help. After much discussion a Motion was made by Buttel seconded by LaTourette to allow Ron to hire 2 employees for the summer of 2011 season.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

  1.  Tractor and Mower are not in yet.
  2. Grit Pile – need to build it back up.

 

Report – Dog Control Officer

1. Enumeration is Complete

 

Report- Supervisor

  1. Questioned Ron if all stone has come in, Ron stated Yes
  2. NAPA in Delhi gives discounts to County and Towns, Advised Ron to check in to this next time needing to place order through NAPA
  3. Addition will not be completed by BOCES by the end of school year. Floors need to be done, after much discussion a motion was made by LaTourette, 2nd by Buttel to have Layton go ahead and get estimates and have flooring completed.

Vote: All Ayes – Motion Carried

  1. Linda Scott 60 days is up and she is doing a great job and states she is willing to stay, Motion to raise Linda’s pay to $12/hr by Layton seconded by LaTourette

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried

 

Correspondence

0

 

Other

0

 

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for May 9, 2011 as follows: General Fund: $ 5882.10, Highway Fund: $ 73,944.65,

Capital Fund: $ 5248.20

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by LaTourette and seconded by Layton, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

On motion by LaTourette, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to adjourn meeting at 8:15 pm.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Next meeting will be at 7pm on July11, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

 

Michelle Phoenix
Town of Tompkins
Town Clerk

Minutes for the Three Public Hearings held May 23, 2011

Town of Tompkins

Public Hearing Meeting

Proposed establishment of a Sewer District in the hamlet of Trout Creek

Date:  May 23, 2011

 

Attended by:

Bill Layton, Town Supervisor

Peggy Backus, Councilperson

Howard Buttel, Councilperson

Carl Stuendel, Councilperson

Michele Phoenix, Town Clerk

Gail Crane, Deputy Town Clerk

Nancy Roberts, Town Bookkeeper

Ron VanValkenburg, Highway Superintendent

Kevin Young, Attorney, Young Sommer

Nate Hendricks, CWC

Timothy Cox, CWC

Chris Kinney, Townsperson

Rhonda Stanton, Townsperson

David Stanton, Townsperson

Shelly Johnson, Delaware County Planning

Charles Koehler, Townsperson

Terry Lambrecht, Townsperson

Donald Dumond, Jr., Townsperson

Andy Tomao, Townsperson

Alberta Hornbeck, Townsperson

 

Meeting opened at:  6:00 PM by Bill Layton.

Pledge to flag led by Howard Buttel

Attorney Kevin Young read resolution to establish a Sewer District in the hamlet of Trout Creek.  He indicated the Pete Reynolds property was defined as community Septic System.   It was explained the Town would be responsible to pump tanks.  Tanks would be provided by CWC.  The Sewer District would be 100% funded by the CWC.  A Vote to adopt the Sewer District and resolution being adopted allows for septic tanks to be installed at the homeowner’s property.  Nothing is done without the homeowner’s permission.  Lamont will contact all homeowners regarding tank installation.

Chris Kinney voiced concern regarding the flooding that occurs in the proposed site A.  Chris was wondering if the repair of the creek is included in the plan.  Nate Hendricks, CWC indicated Lamont Engineering has the same concerns.  Problem with the creek started with the flood of 1996.  DEP storm water Wastewater Design Group has a meeting scheduled.  DEP will be reviewing their concerns with the flooding.  Nate assured everyone that nothing would go forward without the flooding problem being reviewed and analyzed prior to final plan being established.

Carl Stuendel made a motion, seconded by Howard Buttel, to pass a resolution to establish a Sewer District in the hamlet of Trout Creek.  [Resolution 2011-13]

VOTE:  All AYEs, Motion Carried

Meeting closed at 6:24 PM

 

Gail Crane
Town of Tompkins
Deputy Town Clerk

 

Town Of Tompkins

Public Hearing Meeting

Proposed establishment of a Sewer Use Law

Date:  May 23, 2011

[same attendees as listed above]

Meeting opened at:  6:25 PM by Bill Layton.

Pledge to the flag was performed in the earlier Public Hearing Meeting of 5/23/2011

 

In general, the adoption of local law 2011-1 Sewer Use Law as applicable to the Sewer District of the Hamlet of Trout Creek specifies the costs, design, and environmental requirements.

 

The floor was opened for discussion.  No comments made by the public.

 

Motion made by Carl Stuendel, seconded by Peggy Backus, to adopt local law 2011-1 Sewer Use Law for the Town of Tompkins.

 

Vote – All AYEs, Motion Carried

 

[July 5, 2011: According to the Town Clerk, Michelle Phoenix, there is a resolution, Resolution 2011-12, associated with the adoption of this local law.]

 

Gail Crane
Town of Tompkins
Deputy Clerk

 

 

Town of Tompkins

Agenda – Public Hearing Meeting

Proposed resolution to Disallow NYC/DEP’s Acquisition of land in fee and acquisition of conservation easements within the 1997 MOA Designated Hamlet Area of Trout Creek

Date:  May 23, 2011

[same attendees as listed above]

Meeting opened at:  7:00 PM by William Layton

Pledge to flag led by Howard Buttel was performed in the earlier Public Hearing Sessions.

 

Gail Crane read the meeting notice as was published in the Walton Reporter.

 

Kevin Young, Attorney explained the 1997 MOA and explained that NYC has been authorized to purchase 105,000 acres of additional lands.  The 1997 MOA defines the boundaries affecting the Hamlet of Trout Creek.  It was explained that this meeting is about whether or not NYC can purchase land within the Hamlet.

 

Andrew Tomao questioned what the Hamlet of Trout Creek included.  Shelly Johnson, Delaware County Planning, displayed a map of the Hamlet.

Discussion ensured with Donald Dumond, Jr. regarding his land which is partially located within the Hamlet and he was wondering if the hamlet was being extended.   Kevin Young indicated the sale of land in the Hamlet was determined by tax map number and if the tax map number was in the Hamlet then Mr. Dumond’s property is ruled by the map.

 

The comment period ends on May 27, 2011 on this Proposed Resolution.  The resolution may be adopted by the Town Board at the June Board Meeting.  Shelly Johnson, Delaware County Planning requires 3 certified copies of the resolution restricting NYC/DEP land acquisition in Hamlet once the resolution is passed.

 

Motion by Peggy Backus, seconded by Howard Buttel, to close meeting.  Meeting closed at 7:40 PM.

 

 

Gail Crane
Town of Tompkins
Deputy Town Clerk

Town Board Meeting – May 9, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:
1. William Layton-Supervisor
2. Carl Stuendel-Councilperson
3. Peggy Backus-Councilperson
4. Howard Buttel-Councilperson
5. Tim LaTourette-Councilperson
Others:
1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
2. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the Supervisor
3. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
4. Rick Roberts – Finger Lake Trail
5. Brian Albanese – Towns Person
6. Daniel Jacquays – WCS student

Pledge to the flag was led by Michelle Phoenix

Minutes Approval: On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on April 11, 2011.
Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

Monthly Financial Reports:
Town Clerks Report:
On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s April’s monthly report.
Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Supervisor’s Report:
The Town’s financial Statements and Monthly Financial Audit were reviewed with the Board by Nancy Roberts, Bookkeeper to the Supervisor.
On motion by LaTourette seconded by Buttel it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.
Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Guest Speakers:
Rick Roberts – Finger Lakes Trail
Rick was here to provide information on the trail system that the Finger Lake Trail would like to put through areas of the Town of Tompkins. Rick has provided maps of the areas of interest.

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Town Board Minutes – Special Meeting – April 19, 2011

The special meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:
1. William Layton-Supervisor
2. Carl Stuendel-Councilperson
3. Peggy Backus-Councilperson
4. Howard Buttel-Councilperson
5. Timothy LaTourette-Councilperson

Others:
1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
2. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the Supervisor
3. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
4. Kevin Young – Lamont
5. Shelly Johnson – Del. Co. Planning
6. Nathan Gardepe – WCS Student
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Town Board Meeting – April 11, 2011

The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Tompkins Town Board was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:

  1. William Layton-Supervisor
  2. Carl Stuendel-Councilperson
  3. Peggy Backus-Councilperson
  4. Howard Buttel-Councilperson

Others:

  1. Ronald VanValkenburg-Hwy Superintendent
  2. Nancy Roberts –  Bookkeeper to the Supervisor
  3. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
  4. Gail Crain – Deputy Town Clerk
  5. Tim Cox – CWC
  6. Judy Pangman – Lamont
  7. Chris Yaccobucci – Lamont
  8. Brian Albanese – Town Resident
  9. Joe Reynolds – Town Building Inspector
  10. Denise & Jim Walker – Town Resident
  11. Antoine Faison – Town Resident
  12. John Zabriskie – Town Resident
  13. Russell Thurston – Planning Board

Pledge to the flag was led by Howie Buttel

Minutes Approval: On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on March 14, 2011.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion Carried.

Monthly Financial Reports:

Town Clerks Report:

On motion by Stuendel, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Town Clerk’s March’s monthly report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Supervisor’s Report:

The Town’s financial Statements and Monthly Financial Audit were reviewed with the Board by Nancy Roberts, Bookkeeper to the Supervisor.

On motion by Stuendel seconded by Buttel it was moved to receive, approve and place on file the Supervisor’s Financial Report.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Guest Speakers:

Judy Pangman & Chris Yaccobucci – Lamont

Judy and Chris reviewed with the board the processes that Lamont has done up to this point, they have also provided upcoming processes that are coming in near future.

1. SEQR part 2 & 3 and Negative Declaration Review & Approval

2. Archeology study to start soon by Binghamton University

3. North County (NCES) wetland Delineation (now) & Threatened and endangered species review (summer) (collection system/private land)

4. Preliminary Collection System Layout

5. Contractor for restoration of treatment sites.

6. Town Highway Dept – Survey Map

7. Material from WWTF cut and fill

8. Spoils areas

9. Easements mailed next month, pending archeology study

10. Higley property subdivision: Town Purchasing property?

Mr. & Mrs. Walker

Filed a complaint with the towns building inspector about a surrounding neighbor with issues of the amount of junk cars and rubbish on the property. The Walkers would like the board to help resolve this issue. Joe had given a notice of violation to the resident with the junk cars on 3/30/2011.

Bids – Lawn Mowing

  • Bids reviewed lawn mowing from Kevin Klee, Chris Goodrich, Brent Trembell and Dan Gehl.

On motion by Buttel seconded by Backus it was moved to accept Dan Gehl’s bid on lawn mowing for the 2011 season.

Vote: All AYES – Motion Carried

Other Reports:

Report – Planning Board

Russ Thurston was here and stated they board had met last month.

Report – Assessor

Assessor’s Report for February and March was read by Town Clerk.

Report – Highway Superintendent

Due to time issues Ron Asked board to postpone meeting for Highway Superintendent report to another night. Ron stated he has a lot go through and would like to do this when there is more time.

On motion by Buttel seconded by Backus it was moved hold special meeting on Tuesday April 19, 2011 at 6pm to review Superintendents report.

Vote: All AYES – Motion Carried

 

 Report – Dog Control Officer

  1. 3/15/2011 – Call received to check on welfare of a dog.
  2. 3/19/11 – Call received about missing dog
  3. 3/26/2011 – Appearance ticket issued for un-licensed dog after 2 warnings.
  4. 3/27/2011 – Call received about dog barking excessively.
  5. 3/29/2011 – Resident complained about town dog law.
  6. 4/2/2011 –  Enumeration process started 36 dog counted 0 licensed
  7. 4/9/2011 – Continuation of enumeration 21 dogs counted 3 licensed
  8. It was found that the last set of puppies picked up on Southworth Road had the disease Parvo, after further investigation with Crescent Pet Lodge it was also found that the last 2 groups of puppies brought to them by the prior dog control officer had also had the disease. This is a very contagious disease and there is concern of it spreading throughout the town. After much discussion it was decided by the board members that they will no longer allow any dogs be picked up at the residence on Southworth road. Russ Thurston was in attendance and said he understood the boards concern and agreed upon this.
  9. Discussion was brought up about the enumeration process and the procedure that should be followed after enumeration of dog(s) has been done.

On motion by Carl seconded by Layton it was moved to give 14 days from date of DCO’s  enumeration to comply and get all unlicensed dogs licensed, If dogs have not been licensed by the 14 days a summons will be given. If upon enumeration the resident is not found to be home and a dog or dogs are seen or heard a letter will be mailed stating enumeration has been done at the residence and they have 14 days from the date of the letter to license dog(s).

Vote: All AYES – Motion Carried

 

Report- Supervisor

  1. Interior walls of the new courtroom addition have been painted by Mike Wooden in the amount of $450.00
  2.  Payroll school for Terry, after much discussion it was found there was no need to send her.
  3. Court Clerk position was filled by Linda Scott, Lynn will be training her until she leaves sometime in May. It was decided between the board that there is approximately 20 hrs a week work and Town will pay $10.00 per hour during Linda’s probation period of 60 days, after probation is complete board will review pay scale.
  4. Resident on Chamberlin Brook contacted Bill questioning why calcium is now being put on road and not dust oil. Ron stated Calcium has been found to work better and is less messy. Bill is also going to check and see if Dust Oil is even allowed to be used anymore.
  5. Vicky Hornbeck – After much discussion on putting Vicky on pay roll the board decided to investigate the cost of this.
  6. [Two resolutions, Resolution 2011-7 and Resolution 2011-8, were passed at this meeting and will be posted as soon as they are made available.  (posted May 17, 2011 cfs)] [Resolution 2011-7 (which superseded Resolution 2011-6, see Town Board Meeting March 14, 2011) was itself superseded by Resolution 2011-14.  See Town Board Meeting – June 13, 2011.  //   Resolution 2011-8 regarding Taxation of Watershed Agricultural Easements is available as a PDF: ToT Res 2011-8.  (posted Sept 1, 2011 cfs)]

 

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Other:

Abstract of Claims

On motion by Backus, seconded by Buttel, it was moved to approve the Abstract of Claims for March 2011 as follows: General Fund: $ 40555.39, Highway Fund: $ 19735.30

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Reading back of the minutes:

On motion by Backus and seconded by Buttel, it was moved to accept the minutes as read back

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

On motion by Layton, seconded by Backus, it was moved to adjourn meeting at 10:07 pm.

Vote: All AYEs – Motion carried.

Next meeting will be at 7pm on May 9, 2011 at the Town Meeting Room, Trout Creek, NY.

Michelle Phoenix

Town of Tompkins

Town Clerk

Town Board Minutes – Special Meeting – March 22, 2011

The special Town Board meeting, to discuss implementing a law for the new sewer system of the Town of Tompkins started at order at 7:06 pm in the Town meeting room, Trout Creek, NY.

Present:
1. William Layton-Supervisor
2. Carl Stuendel-Councilperson
3. Peggy Backus-Councilperson
4. Howard Buttel-Councilperson
5. Timothy LaTourette-Councilperson

Others:
1. Nancy Roberts – Bookkeeper to the Supervisor
2. Michelle Phoenix- Town Clerk
3. Kevin Young – Young/ Sommer LLC (representing Lamont Engineering)
4. Tim Cox – CWC

Kevin Young was here to discuss the new Laws that would need to be implemented for the Waste Water Management Program.
Mr. Young supplied a Sample law, Operation and Maintenance Estimate of Yearly costs sheet and a typical Operation and Maintenance budget sheet for the board to review and to discuss any questions.

Meeting ended at 8:00 PM

Michelle Phoenix
Town Clerk