Regular Village Board Meeting Page 1 of 4
May 7, 2007
The regular semi-monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Menands, held on May 7, 2007 was called to order by Mayor Thomas G. Coates at 7:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Thomas G. Coates, Mayor
Timothy A. Lane, Trustee
Ronald H. Miller, Trustee
William T. Smith, Jr., Clerk – Treasurer
Stephen Rehfuss, Village Attorney
Paul Reuss, Exec Assist to the Mayor
ABSENT: Megan Grenier, Trustee
Mark Lansing, Trustee
Also attending: Bill Garvey, Jr., David Fusco, Victor Caponera, Paul Cooney, Diane Brunelle, Paul Zabinski, Paul DeDominicis, Fred Campbell, Christine Campbell, John Defilippo, Joe Rossier, Joe Bianchine, Diane MacFarland, Deidre Martinez, Gary Male, Kevin Jones and John Stangle.
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Paul Zabinski and Deidre Martinez advised the Board of increased vandalism in the south end and that although the police have been very good about responding, Paul thought the Board should know what’s going on.
Paul DeDominicis inquired as to whether the Village had any problems with the Little League getting a scoreboard donated; it would have advertising on it, after a discussion Attorney Rehfuss stated he would look at the law and get back to the Clerk.
Fred Campbell of Wolfert Avenue discussed a drainage issue he has, a previous owner put a drain pipe and catch basin in his yard and he would like the Village to pipe it to the storm sewer on Wolfert Avenue. After a discussion Attorney Rehfuss advised Mr. Campbell that the Village could not do what he was requesting as that would be considered a gift from the Village and that is illegal.
Diane MacFarland discussed the issue of Trees on Menand Road, after which Trustee Miller stated he would review the Elan Study and get back to the Beautification Committee.
John Stangle congratulated the Board on the Fire Company/Village dedication of the vehicle on loan from Fuller Road Fire Company to replace the vehicle destroyed in the April 3rd accident.
Victor Caponera presented a review of the proposed warehouse project at the end of Simmons Lane, after a discussion it was requested by the Mayor that Mr. Caponera return to the next meeting thereby allowing the Mayor time to review the project and allow a response from Boswell Engineering. Mr. Caponera agreed as the Mayor was new.
Gary Male and Kevin Jones of CT Male presented the results of the Smoke Testing of the Sanitary Sewer Line on Wards Lane including Dutch Village and Park Lane & Park Hill Apartments. A discussion following with the Board wanting to review the issue with the absent board members
A motion was made by Trustee Lane seconded, by Trustee Miller, to accept the minutes of the April 16th, 2007 meeting.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
A motion was made by Trustee Lane seconded, by Trustee Miller, to approve payment for the following:
WARRANT # 23
GENERAL totaling $82,039.20
WATER totaling 3,741.04
SEWER totaling 366.75 TOTAL $86,146.99
PAYROLL # 24 totaling $64,658.39
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
A motion was made by Trustee Lane seconded, by Trustee Miller to adopt the following Resolution.
TAX LEVY RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION levying the total taxes and other charges extended and levied against each parcel of real property shown on the roll prepared and verified by the Clerk-Treasurer for the 2007-2008 fiscal year.
RESOLVED, that there be levied and assessed against the real property of the Village of Menands the following sums for village government and other charges for the fiscal year 2007-2008 with a tax rate of $4.74 per thousand of homestead assessed valuation and $5.14 per thousand of non-homestead assessed value:
General Fund ------------------------------------------------------------ $1,562,038.00
For Relevied Water & Sewer Rents
And Charges, with Interest ----------------------------------------- $ 103,366.88
Total Real Property Taxes
And Other Charges on Roll -----------------------------------------$1,665,404.88
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The Clerk read a letter from the Fire Company pursuant to Village Law advising the Board that the following individuals were elected:
Chief, Frank Primo
1st Assistant Chief, Ryan Handerhan
2nd Assistant Chief, Nick Dinovo
Trustee Lane moved seconded, by Trustee Miller a resolution approving the appointments of Frank Primo as Chief; Ryan Handerhan as 1st Assist Chief and Nick Dinovo as 2nd Assist Chief.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The Clerk advised the Board that he had provided them with the results of the RFQ from the engineering firms for reviewing the project at 35 Broadway, after a discussion Trustee Lane moved that Fraser & Associates be awarded the job. Trustee Miller advised the Board that he has done work with Fraser in the past. After a discussion Trustee Miller seconded the motion of Trustee Lane to award the work for Fraser & Associates.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The Clerk advised the Board that he has solicited proposals to paint the trim on the Village Hall. The proposals received were:
Quality Painters & Decorators, Inc. $4,600.00
G & G Pro Painting, LLC $3,284.00
After a discussion Trustee Lane moved seconded, by Trustee Miller a motion to award the proposal to G & G Pro Paining, LLC for $3,284.00.
Paul Reuss led a discussion concerning the Memorandum of Understanding with CDTC regarding the Linkage Planning Program. After which Trustee Lane moved seconded, by Trustee Miller a motion authorizing the Mayor to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The Clerk read a letter from Police Officer Bosko announcing his retirement effective May 24, 2007 (attached). Also the Clerk advised the Board that the Chief and Mayor had interviewed two transfer candidates for former Police Officer Joy’s position. After which they recommended hiring Jason Stocklas from the Troy Police Department as a lateral appointment. Trustee Lane moved seconded, by Trustee Miller a motion to hire Jason Stocklas as a Police Officer of the Village effective Friday, May 11, 2007.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The Clerk reminded the Board of the following:
The Open House at the Sewage Treatment Plant – Wednesday the 9th at 5:30 P.M.
NYCOM’s Main Street Development Conference – May 16th Syracuse
NYCOM Annual Meeting June 11th – 13th at Saratoga Springs.
The Clerk advised the Board that there is a question as to the disposition of the old Police Car – the Fire Company would like it. The matter was tabled until next meeting. Also there is a request from the Fire Company asking the Village to possibly help with the refurbishing of the kitchen. The Village will need to know the exact plans, before a decision can be made.
The Clerk advised the Board that Albany County has been declared eligible for disaster funds for the Storms of April 15th and 16th by FEMA, which allows residents and/or municipalities to file claims for damages with FEMA. The Village will not be filing a claim. However, John Stangle suggested we let Albany Steel and Schuyler Realty know as the driveway between them as washed out. The Clerk will notify them and also put a notice on the WEB Site.
Trustee Miller led a discussion concerning the Parks Committee report which included discussions on a new concession stand it was decided to review the Ganser Smith Park Master Plan and have Tim Boyd meet with Joe Rossier and Paul DeDominicis to review the drainage situation.
The Clerk informed the Board that water meter reading did commence on April 30th, 2007 and that hydrant flushing would begin May 14th, 2007 and take approximately two weeks
Mayor Coates advised the Board that he attended the dedication Saturday for the loaned vehicle to the Fire Company that was previously mentioned.
A motion was made by Trustee Lane seconded, by Trustee Miller to adjourn.
ADOPTED: Trustee Lane voting AYE
Trustee Miller voting AYE
Mayor Coates voting AYE
The meeting was duly adjourned at 9:54 P.M.
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William T. Smith, Jr.
Clerk - Treasurer
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