Date: July 27, 2011
Time: 9:00 am
Elected Officers:
Mayor Frohne, Trustees O’Connor, Kurkowski, Patrick, and Pierson
Appointed Officers: Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Treasurer – Donna Wells
Roll Call: Mayor Frohne, Trustee O’Connor, Trustee Kurkowski, Trustee Pierson, Trustee Patrick present.
Public Hearing for local law 3-2011 – called to order at 9:00 am.
Mayor Frohne asked for discussion on the proposed new local law 3-2011 to indemnify officers and employees from actions taken in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village. No discussion.
Motion to close public hearing made by Trustee Pierson, 2nd. by Trustee Patrick. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Regular meeting called to order by Mayor Frohne at 9:10 am.
Motion made to waive the reading and to approve the July 12th, 2011 minutes made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Trustee Patrick abstained.
Judge Brykailo presented his books to the Village board for audit. The bank book was presented to the board and was reviewed and approved. He stated that the revenues are down this year from last year.
Doug Bordinger- Property Maintenance
Chart was passed out to all members:
1) Vacant land at Bible Church- Church St. – mowed – Tom Fenton took care of this
2) Mary Weingates, 42 Walnut St. - mowed
3) Robert Toscano, 35 W. James St. – mowed
4) James Murphy & Lillian Martin, 43 River St. – mowed
5) Audrey Schwab, vacant lot on Rt. 20 – mowed
6) Ralph Reid – Folts Home CEO, 43 Lake St. – mowed
Doug asked about the Rudenko property, being it is in the hands of the County, he wasn’t sure if he should send a notice for overgrowth. Was agreed that notices should still be sent if the property maintenance is not kept up to village codes.
Trustee Patrick asked Doug about the property at 24 Lake St. and the garbage that is on the front porch. This was turned over to the County as well, and the County responded in April 2011 that they had taken care of this issue. Doug will check into this.
Dept. Heads:
Chris Butler - WWTP
1) Brought in pictures of surplus scrap and would like permission to have it taken away. Jim has some things at the DPW to get rid of as well. Jim knows of a company that will haul it away and the village will receive payment for this.
Motion to declare all surplus scrap at village properties and to get rid of all scrap made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
2) Blue Heron completed their part of the WWTP project.
3) The Emhoff tank at the WWTP needs to be lowered, Chris spoke with Mike Stocking of Stocking Stalls and an agreement was made for every load of septic he brings in to unload, he would take two loads out of the Emhoff tank.
Motion made to approve the trade of septic and solids with Stocking Stalls made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
4) Chris asked for permission to install the extra propane tank that is at the WWTP.
Motion made to approve the Chris and Bob to put a pad down and to re-install the extra propane tank at the WWTP by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
5) Scott Davis from the wetland group did an inspection on the reedbed. It is ok now to use the reedbed and process all waste sludge.
6) Chris asked all board members to stop in at the plant and take a tour of the completed project.
Jim Malinowski - DPW
1) The 2000 F550 is being replaced and asked about declaring it surplus or putting it up for sale. After discussion, was decided to put it out on bid with a minimum acceptance fee of $8000.00. Any calls regarding the truck should be directed to Jim Malinowski at the DPW.
Motion to put the 2000 F550 out on bid with the minimum amount for the bid of $8000.00 made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
2) The Challenger tractor is still in Sharon Springs for repairs. They are waiting for parts.
3) The DPW men will be working on the W. side of Lake St. preparing it for the sidewalk and curb repairs.
4) There are three catch basins on Center St. that need to be raised and they will be working on that soon.
5) Brush on Sylvan St. near Rosewood Terrace that is sticking out in the road, the men will trim that away.
6) County called and asked if they could temporarily store some stone behind the village garage for their repair work that is being done on Co. Rt. 27.
7) Asked if anyone knows of a place to dump hard fill and if so please let Jim know.
8) Jim was asked about the status of Bob Graepel taking the certification test for WWTP. He stated it has not been re-scheduled yet.
Tom Shypski – Water Dept.
1) Flushed hydrants in July.
2) All hydrants have been serviced.
3) Treated the lake and reservoir. Due to the hot temperature the lake is very warm and the number of backwashes has to be increased to prevent the algae build-up.
4) Tom is painting the floors in the chemical room as well.
5) An inspection took place last month from the DOH and all went well.
6) Tom asked the board about sealing the area around the Water Plant building. An estimate was received from Keith McCarthy for $16-1800.00. Two estimates are needed and will be brought to the next meeting.
7) Tom was asked if he was still cross training with Chris and he stated that he talks with Jim and Chris every morning and they work together when necessary.
Privilege of the floor: Public comments and concerns.
Ron Crist approached the board for the second time about the water problem at the end of his driveway and stated that he did not hear from Glen Simpson from Lamont like he was told he would. Mayor Frohne told him he will check with Nick Green at Lamont to get an answer for him.
Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Abstract #04 – General fund -$13,610.40, Water fund - $2,009.43, Sewer fund - $10,010.54,
Cemetery fund $235.00, Trust & Agency $670.16. Total $26,535.53
Motion to approve Abstract #04 made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Kurkowski, Pierson, Patrick and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Clerk read a letter from Mr. John Van Allan expressing his appreciation of the village board’s decision and understanding of the water meter situation at his property.
A class reunion is being held on August 6th, and a request was made to have a class picture taken inside the bandstand. After discussion, it was decided to explain to Stephanie Robitaille that there is not always someone available to open the bandstand and the flag would have to be removed. The group is more than welcome to have the picture taken in front of the bandstand but probably not in it.
Treasurer – Donna Wells:
Contract for CDPHP is due for renewal.
Resolution made to approve the motion to accept the renewal of the CDPHP contract for the employees health insurance which is the same contract as last year with an increase of 4.6% made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski, Patrick and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
A letter was received from Robert Schultz’ attorney regarding the property maintenance charges. Donna called and explained to him that even though Mr. Schultz has filed bankruptcy, the charges for property maintenance throughout the year will go on the village tax bill.
A maintenance agreement for one year for the water and waste water treatment plants generators was received from Kraft Power for a semi-annual schedule. The water plant cost would be $400.00, and the waste water treatment plant would be $460.00.
Resolution made to approve the motion made by Trustee Pierson, and 2nd. by Trustee Kurkowski, to accept the Kraft Power maintenance agreement to take effect immediately for the water dept. at a cost of $400.00, and the waste water treatment facility at a cost of $460.00. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Two water meters at the JGB property also known as the Gladstone Apartments is not in compliance with village codes and has been being estimated monthly for billing. After discussion, it was decided a letter will be written to the property owner informing him of this issue and who to contact for information of what needs to be purchased to upgrade these meters. This must be done within 60 days of the date of the letter or an administrative fee of $100.00 per month, per account will be added to the water/sewer bills.
The paint project for the outside of the Library building will be started soon. A discussion took place about the windows, should just the frames be painted or the mullion bars as well. This would be an extra expense. Also, glazing the windows was also discussed. Donna will talk with Jason Frazier about painting and glazing the windows.
Transfer – Resolution made to approve the motion made by Trustee Patrick, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to transfer $1700.00 from the A1990.4 Contingency fund, to A3510.1 Dog Control Personal Svs. $700.00, and A3510.4 Dog Control Contract $1000.00. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski, Patrick and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
A discussion took place about the village purchasing hats that has the “Village of Richfield Springs” on them for the village employees as a means of identification. All members agreed this would be a good idea.
NYCOM sent an e-mail about an audit of utility bills, free of charge unless they come up with a savings, then the village would pay a fee. After discussion, it was decided the treasurer will check into this further.
The AUD (annual financial update document) will be filed by the end of this week.
Mayor Frohne:
A letter had been sent to the Glimmerglass Festival asking them to consider a payment-in-lieu-of taxes agreement with the Village that would help maintain and improve its level of services. The Glimmerglass Festival owns properties in the village with a total assessed value of $396,900. For the 2011-2012 fiscal year that amounts to $4,292.27 in taxes. The response from Glimmerglass was that being they are a non-profit organization they are unable to add a tax equivalent to their annual operating budget.
Bond’s Field – Trustee Pierson stated that the American Legion’s Ins. Co. is reviewing the contract that was drawn up between the village and the American Legion for the lease of the Bond’s Field for sports activities.
Resolution was made to approve the motion made by Trustee O’Connor, and 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to approve the lease agreement between the Village of Richfield Springs and the American Legion Post 616 for the Bond’s Field. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Herkimer Co. Humane Society contract - after discussion was decided to approve.
Resolution was made to approve the motion made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to approve the contract between the Village of Richfield Springs and the Herkimer Co. Humane Society
Seized Dog Sheltering Agreement. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Local Law #3-2011 – To Indemnify Officers and Employees From Actions Taken In The Performance Of Their Duties On Behalf Of The Village.
Resolution to adopt Local Law #3-2011 To indemnify officers and employees in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village and to take effect immediately until Local Law #3-2011 is filed with the State of New York, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Judge Brykailo – presented his court books to be reviewed and approved.
Resolution made to approve Judge Brykailo’s court books and were reviewed, in order and acceptable to the Village of Richfield Springs Board of Trustee’s, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Judy Stone has invited the Mayor and all Trustees to attend the concert in Spring Park on August 4th, with the Cooperstown Community Band and has asked Mayor Frohne to say a few words and re-dedicate the bandstand now that the repairs are completed.
Remington Federal Credit Union which is now open in the Price Chopper Plaza has invited Mayor Frohne and the Village Trustee’s to attend the grand opening ceremony on August12th, at 9:00 am.
The Pride Days parade will be held on August 13th. at 5:00 pm. and have asked the Mayor and Village Trustee’s to participate.
On August 16th, at 11:00 am. the USDA will be honoring Lee Johnson with the “Site Manager Award of the Year” for NYS. with a ceremony at Bronner Manor. This award is a very special honor for her. Mayor Frohne and all Village Trustee’s have been invited to attend.
Mayor Frohne was asked if there has been any progress on the ReRob issue. He stated he spoke to Pat Hyde and he would like to see the July readings and he will speak to his engineers to see what can be done.
Motion to go into executive session made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson for possible litigation, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Motion to come out of executive session made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Trustee Pierson: nothing at this time.
Trustee O’Connor: nothing at this time.
Trustee Kurkowski:
Asked about the sidewalk being done on the West side of Lake St. Mayor Frohne stated that he had spoken to Mr. Chioda who had been at a previous meeting inquiring about the sidewalk on the East side and explained to him that the East side will be done next year.
Trustee Patrick:
Asked if the Zone Enforcement officer couldn’t use one of the village vehicles when he is checking for illegal parking and checking property maintenance. He wondered if this would cut down on the mileage that is being charged to the village for use of his personal vehicle. After discussion, it was decided that it would probably be more sensible for him to use his own vehicle.
Motion to adjourn meeting at 11:30 am. was made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Patrick, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Blackwell
Village Clerk
Friday, August 26, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
July 12, 2011
Date: July 12, 2011
Time: 6:00 pm
Elected Officers:
Mayor Frohne, Trustees O’Connor, Kurkowski, Patrick, and Pierson
Appointed Officers: Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Treasurer – Donna Wells
Roll Call: Mayor Frohne, Trustee O’Connor, Trustee Kurkowski, Trustee Pierson present.
Trustee Patrick absent
Motion made to waive the reading and to approve the June 29th, 2011 minutes made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Doug Bordinger- Property Maintenance
Chart was passed out to all members:
1) Jongmi Lee – 241 Main St.- overgrowth, not mowed
2) Anatoly Ritikoff – 58 Church St. – overgrowth, not mowed
3) Joseph Arcuri – 76 Church St. – overgrowth, not mowed
4) Lisa Stefanec – 16 Sylvan St. – overgrowth, not mowed
5) Daureen Hunt – 9 Park St. – overgrowth, not mowed
Motion made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to order properties mowed, fines assessed and to bill property owners. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Privilege of the floor: Public comments and concerns.
Judy Stone from the Chamber of Commerce reported to the board that the repairs for the bandstand in Spring Park have been completed and asked the board members if they would prefer to check it over before the bill is paid. Upon Trustee Kurkowski’s approval of the work that was done, it was decided that it was okay for the Chamber of Commerce to pay for the repairs.
Judy also stated that she has 3 concerts scheduled for Spring Park for the summer of 2011 and is working on a 4th. She also wondered if the flag could be removed from the bandstand at the time of the concerts so the bands could use the bandstand and if chairs could be borrowed from the Memorial Room of the Library for the bands. The board agreed there is no problem with the chairs and Trustee Pierson will speak to Jim Malinowski about removing the flag on the day of the concerts. Judy also stated the flag should be replaced soon. Trustee Pierson will speak to the Legion members at their next meeting about donating a flag for the park.
She then asked the board if they had made a decision on where to bury the time capsule being put together for the 150th. anniversary and if a plaque could also be put there so it is known what is buried there. It was decided that on the 200th. anniversary of the Village would be the best time for the capsule to opened and this should be put on the plaque that will be put flush to the ground over top of the capsule.
Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Abstract #03 – General fund -$4,607.12, Water fund - $1,255.95, Sewer fund - $4,750.90, Cemetery fund $682.43. Total: $11,296.40.
Motion to approve Abstract #03 made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Kurkowski, Pierson and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Clerk’s report for month of June, 2011- clerk fees taken in were $48.50. Check given to treasurer $48.50.
Tax report for month of June, 2011 - $466,306.12.
Treasurer – Donna Wells:
Transfer – Resolution made to approve the motion to transfer $5000.00 to the Library L5031 from A9901.03 made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
A tax bill from Time Warner needs to be paid out of the franchise fees. Resolution to approve the motion for payment of the Time Warner tax bill from the franchise fees made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
The profit and loss budget vs. actual for 6/1 – 7/1/2011, and the balance sheet as of 6/30/2011 was passed out to all members.
When the state auditor was here, it was recommended to zero out the balance of the restricted fund account as it should be accounted for in the cemetery fund. Resolution made to approve the treasurer to zero out the balance of the restricted account for the cemetery fund and move it to the regular cemetery fund, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Ronald and Tricia Bourne asked for a credit on their water bill from a leak on each side of the water meter. Chris Butler checked it and tightened the connection to the meter. After discussion, it was agreed no credit should be given. Motion was made by Trustee Pierson, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor to not issue a credit to Mr. & Mrs. Bourne. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
The AUD will be sent to the state by Friday, July 15th, 2011.
Donna has been working on the fire grant from FEMA that was not closed out in 2003 and it will be done soon.
We received a quote from Kurt Van Spanj to do the stucco work on the Library building: $2,425.00. All places around the building that the stucco is missing and where the other contractor put the new windows in a left a crack. Resolution to approve to hire Kurt Van Spanj to do all stucco repairs on the Library building including around the new windows at a cost of $2,425.00, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Mayor Frohne:
Has not heard anything from the Christian Brothers Contractor that did the work on the library building, in regards to the leak from this past winter that did damage in the librarians new office.
There is a summer program going on at school that has a lot of children crossing Rt. 20 Monday thru Friday at 7:45. Mayor Frohne asked Jim Malinowski to have someone there each morning for the ½ hr. to cross the children so everyone stays safe.
The contract from Bond’s Field has been given to the Legion and they are reviewing it. This was passed out to all members to also review and will be brought to the next meeting to be voted on.
A contract agreement for the dog control officer was written and given to the Ins. agent. The insurance co. stated they would not cover an independent contractor for the village. If the village hires a dog control officer, he should be put on as a part time village employee and he would be covered under the village liability and worker’s compensation. Motion made by Trustee Pierson, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor to hire Mark Yerdon as the village dog control officer as a part time employee at the pay of $200.00 per month , Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Mayor Frohne also received a contract from the Herkimer Co. Humane Society for the dog control officer to take unlicensed dogs and dogs running loose in the village. This was passed out to all board members and will be brought to the next meeting to vote on.
Passed out to all members a Local Law to indemnify officers and employees from actions taken in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village. Motion made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, to hold a public hearing on July 27th, 2011 for Local Law 3-2011 to indemnify officers and employees from actions taken in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. This will be published in the Daily Star and the Pennysaver.
General Codes update: personal policies, how to have them show up in the codes. After discussion, it was decided to have a reference in the codes book that the personal policy can be found in the village clerk’s office. The other decision made was for the color of the codes book to be dark green with gold lettering. Motion was made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to have the new codes book be dark green with gold lettering, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
The village was advised they should not be responsible for the Zone Pride Days parade due to the insurance. Bethann Hammer told Mayor Frohne they are going to apply for the permit from the state to have the parade on Rt. 20 and if they don’t get it the parade will be held on James St.
Mayor Frohne had an inspection report from the water system that was conducted May 12, 2011. An update has been requested on the status of the 5 homes being served untreated water from the raw water transmission main by July 31, 2011.
Mrs. Tavern asked Mayor Frohne if she could purchase a bucket swing to replace one of the swings in the Spring Park for the little children. After discussion, it was decided that she could purchase the swing and let us know when she has it and we will ask Jim Malinowski to put it up.
Trustee O’Connor:
Sewer plant is getting cleaned up nicely.
Trustee Patrick: absent
Trustee Kurkowski:
Passed out the monthly fire dept. report.
A request has been made to purchase 9 ft. of land in the cemetery near the new road. The deed is available for plot #332, but the family is buried in plot #350. There is no deed available for the plot #350. The new section is not available for sale at this time because there are other plots available in the cemetery. After discussion, no decision was made until further investigating is done regarding this issue.
Trustee Pierson:
Asked about changing the term of trustee’s to 4yr. rather than 2yr. No decision was made at this time.
Motion to adjourn meeting at 7.30pm. was made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Blackwell
Village Clerk
Time: 6:00 pm
Elected Officers:
Mayor Frohne, Trustees O’Connor, Kurkowski, Patrick, and Pierson
Appointed Officers: Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Treasurer – Donna Wells
Roll Call: Mayor Frohne, Trustee O’Connor, Trustee Kurkowski, Trustee Pierson present.
Trustee Patrick absent
Motion made to waive the reading and to approve the June 29th, 2011 minutes made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Doug Bordinger- Property Maintenance
Chart was passed out to all members:
1) Jongmi Lee – 241 Main St.- overgrowth, not mowed
2) Anatoly Ritikoff – 58 Church St. – overgrowth, not mowed
3) Joseph Arcuri – 76 Church St. – overgrowth, not mowed
4) Lisa Stefanec – 16 Sylvan St. – overgrowth, not mowed
5) Daureen Hunt – 9 Park St. – overgrowth, not mowed
Motion made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to order properties mowed, fines assessed and to bill property owners. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Privilege of the floor: Public comments and concerns.
Judy Stone from the Chamber of Commerce reported to the board that the repairs for the bandstand in Spring Park have been completed and asked the board members if they would prefer to check it over before the bill is paid. Upon Trustee Kurkowski’s approval of the work that was done, it was decided that it was okay for the Chamber of Commerce to pay for the repairs.
Judy also stated that she has 3 concerts scheduled for Spring Park for the summer of 2011 and is working on a 4th. She also wondered if the flag could be removed from the bandstand at the time of the concerts so the bands could use the bandstand and if chairs could be borrowed from the Memorial Room of the Library for the bands. The board agreed there is no problem with the chairs and Trustee Pierson will speak to Jim Malinowski about removing the flag on the day of the concerts. Judy also stated the flag should be replaced soon. Trustee Pierson will speak to the Legion members at their next meeting about donating a flag for the park.
She then asked the board if they had made a decision on where to bury the time capsule being put together for the 150th. anniversary and if a plaque could also be put there so it is known what is buried there. It was decided that on the 200th. anniversary of the Village would be the best time for the capsule to opened and this should be put on the plaque that will be put flush to the ground over top of the capsule.
Clerk – Diane Blackwell
Abstract #03 – General fund -$4,607.12, Water fund - $1,255.95, Sewer fund - $4,750.90, Cemetery fund $682.43. Total: $11,296.40.
Motion to approve Abstract #03 made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Kurkowski, Pierson and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Clerk’s report for month of June, 2011- clerk fees taken in were $48.50. Check given to treasurer $48.50.
Tax report for month of June, 2011 - $466,306.12.
Treasurer – Donna Wells:
Transfer – Resolution made to approve the motion to transfer $5000.00 to the Library L5031 from A9901.03 made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
A tax bill from Time Warner needs to be paid out of the franchise fees. Resolution to approve the motion for payment of the Time Warner tax bill from the franchise fees made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
The profit and loss budget vs. actual for 6/1 – 7/1/2011, and the balance sheet as of 6/30/2011 was passed out to all members.
When the state auditor was here, it was recommended to zero out the balance of the restricted fund account as it should be accounted for in the cemetery fund. Resolution made to approve the treasurer to zero out the balance of the restricted account for the cemetery fund and move it to the regular cemetery fund, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Ronald and Tricia Bourne asked for a credit on their water bill from a leak on each side of the water meter. Chris Butler checked it and tightened the connection to the meter. After discussion, it was agreed no credit should be given. Motion was made by Trustee Pierson, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor to not issue a credit to Mr. & Mrs. Bourne. Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
The AUD will be sent to the state by Friday, July 15th, 2011.
Donna has been working on the fire grant from FEMA that was not closed out in 2003 and it will be done soon.
We received a quote from Kurt Van Spanj to do the stucco work on the Library building: $2,425.00. All places around the building that the stucco is missing and where the other contractor put the new windows in a left a crack. Resolution to approve to hire Kurt Van Spanj to do all stucco repairs on the Library building including around the new windows at a cost of $2,425.00, made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Mayor Frohne:
Has not heard anything from the Christian Brothers Contractor that did the work on the library building, in regards to the leak from this past winter that did damage in the librarians new office.
There is a summer program going on at school that has a lot of children crossing Rt. 20 Monday thru Friday at 7:45. Mayor Frohne asked Jim Malinowski to have someone there each morning for the ½ hr. to cross the children so everyone stays safe.
The contract from Bond’s Field has been given to the Legion and they are reviewing it. This was passed out to all members to also review and will be brought to the next meeting to be voted on.
A contract agreement for the dog control officer was written and given to the Ins. agent. The insurance co. stated they would not cover an independent contractor for the village. If the village hires a dog control officer, he should be put on as a part time village employee and he would be covered under the village liability and worker’s compensation. Motion made by Trustee Pierson, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor to hire Mark Yerdon as the village dog control officer as a part time employee at the pay of $200.00 per month , Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
Mayor Frohne also received a contract from the Herkimer Co. Humane Society for the dog control officer to take unlicensed dogs and dogs running loose in the village. This was passed out to all board members and will be brought to the next meeting to vote on.
Passed out to all members a Local Law to indemnify officers and employees from actions taken in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village. Motion made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson, to hold a public hearing on July 27th, 2011 for Local Law 3-2011 to indemnify officers and employees from actions taken in the performance of their duties on behalf of the village, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. This will be published in the Daily Star and the Pennysaver.
General Codes update: personal policies, how to have them show up in the codes. After discussion, it was decided to have a reference in the codes book that the personal policy can be found in the village clerk’s office. The other decision made was for the color of the codes book to be dark green with gold lettering. Motion was made by Trustee O’Connor, 2nd. by Trustee Pierson to have the new codes book be dark green with gold lettering, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes.
The village was advised they should not be responsible for the Zone Pride Days parade due to the insurance. Bethann Hammer told Mayor Frohne they are going to apply for the permit from the state to have the parade on Rt. 20 and if they don’t get it the parade will be held on James St.
Mayor Frohne had an inspection report from the water system that was conducted May 12, 2011. An update has been requested on the status of the 5 homes being served untreated water from the raw water transmission main by July 31, 2011.
Mrs. Tavern asked Mayor Frohne if she could purchase a bucket swing to replace one of the swings in the Spring Park for the little children. After discussion, it was decided that she could purchase the swing and let us know when she has it and we will ask Jim Malinowski to put it up.
Trustee O’Connor:
Sewer plant is getting cleaned up nicely.
Trustee Patrick: absent
Trustee Kurkowski:
Passed out the monthly fire dept. report.
A request has been made to purchase 9 ft. of land in the cemetery near the new road. The deed is available for plot #332, but the family is buried in plot #350. There is no deed available for the plot #350. The new section is not available for sale at this time because there are other plots available in the cemetery. After discussion, no decision was made until further investigating is done regarding this issue.
Trustee Pierson:
Asked about changing the term of trustee’s to 4yr. rather than 2yr. No decision was made at this time.
Motion to adjourn meeting at 7.30pm. was made by Trustee Kurkowski, 2nd. by Trustee O’Connor, Trustee’s O’Connor, Pierson, Kurkowski and Mayor Frohne voted yes. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Blackwell
Village Clerk
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