DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to open the Public Hearing for 2022 Budget for the Town of Cherry Valley Second by Councilperson VanDerwerker  3-YES 0-NO

 

Public hearing open at 6:50PM on NOVEMBER 11, 2021

 

No comment from the public present

 

Motion to close the Pulic Hearing made by Councilperson VanDerwerker second by Councilperson Cornwell.  3-yes 0-no 

 

Public hearing closed at 7:00PM

 

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2021

 

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday November 11, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson. 

 

Pledge to the Flag was said

 

Roll call of Officers was taken:

Tom Garretson-Supervisor P

Jim Johnson-Councilperson Excused

Ed VanDerwerker-Councilperson P

Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P

Holly Waterfield- Excused

Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P

Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P

 

Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected.    

 

Presentation of invoices and payments:

HEALTH CENTER FUND

100 Public Goods Pool $27.00pd

101 Excellus BC/BS $110.24pd

102 Quill Corporation $182.26pd

103 Ricoh USA Inc $19.62pd

104 US Postal Service $669.50pd

105 Spectrotel $294.26pd

106 Ricoh USA Inc $72.87pd

107 Excellus BC/BS $86.76pd

108 RBS Inc $900.00pd

109 Constellation Newenergy Inc $135.78pd

110 National Grid $146.74pd

111 Bassett Healthcare $38,828.89pd

112 Empire BC/BS $33.02pd

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113 Quill Corporation $79.98pd

114 Ricoh USA Inc $17.80pd

Voided check 1727

 

GENERAL FUND

182 Tri-County Communications Inc $275.00pd

183 Bruce Hall Corp $650.91pd

184 The Daily Star $53.74pd

185 Spectrotel $368.36pd

186 Sheraton Niagara Falls $514.67pd

187 On Time Waste $68.00pd

188 Spectrum Enterprise $89.95pd

189 Hummel’s Office Plus $209.30pd

190 Cintas Corporation #121 $286.84pd

191 National Grid $232.79pd

192 Constellation Newenergy Inc $167.69pd

193 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd

194 Route 20 Association of NYS $1,000.00pd

195 Conway Bishop $79.20pd

196 Excellus BC/BS $525.32pd

197 United Healthcare $31.71pd

198 State Comptroller $7,558.00pd

199 Hummel’s Office Plus $78.22pd

200 Hummel’s Office Plus $300.11pd

201 ACCO Brands Direct $29.63pd

 

Highway Vouchers:

Item 1 (188-189)

Item 3 (410-425)

Item 4 (152-155)

 

Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson VanDerwerker seconded the motion.  The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted.   All in favor 3 yes 0 no

 

Presentation of Invoices and Payments:

• Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances.

 

Misc. information to the Town Clerk:

• Sales Tax for the month of SEP check from the County $10,260.09

 

Community Center Alden Field and Park:

• Gym area remains closed for ceiling repairs.
• Legion is having their Run/Walk event this weekend. Using conference room
• Gym should be ready for the Biddy Basketball season

School Superintendent spoke with Superintendent Garretson regarding the policy for DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2021

 

• mask wearing during Biddy basketball and there will be no policy requiring mask wearing during biddy basketball.

 

Village:

• Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us

 

Town Planning Board

• Lorraine Bosma, Chair, is in attendance at tonight’s meeting and reports there is consideration in combining the two Planning Boards for the Town and the Village. Comprehensive Plan for the Village is being worked on and the Town’s Comprehensive Plan for the Town needs reviewing a well.
• There will be a special Planning Board meeting on Tuesday November 23, 2021 at 7:00PM in the conference room at the Community Center.  This meeting is intended for discussion regarding combining the two boards.

 

 

Highway Department:

• Request from a neighbor living on the road to the school requesting a reduction in the speed limit since the road has been redone.
• Storage for the new tractor is complete.
• New truck should be in here January.
• The truck that is at auction is currently at $3,500.
• Still waiting to hear from Nathan Waterfield regarding tree removal.

 

Resolution 2021-6 American Rescue Plan Acts Fund policy and procedures

Motion to accept Resolution 2021-6 is made by Councilperson Cornwell and second by Councilperson VanDerwerker  Roll Call vote Supervisor Garretson-yes Councilperson Cornwell-yes Councilperson VanDerwerker-yes  3-yes 0-no.  Resolution 2021-6 is duly carried.

 

Resolution 2021-7 2022 Budger for the Town of Cherry Valley

Motion to accept Resolution 2021-7 is made by Councilperson VanDerwerker and second by Councilperson Cornwell  Roll Call vote Supervisor Garretson-yes Councilperson Cornwell-yes Councilperson VanDerwerker-yes  3-yes 0-no.  Resolution 2021-7 is duly carried.

 

Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request

Andy Minnig inquired about how much money is the Town getting from the American Rescue Plan Act?  Supervisor Garretson stated it will be approximately $38,000 this year and $38,000 next year.  This money has limitations as to where it can be applied.

 

The money is sent from the State to the County and then it is disbursed accordingly to each Townshp.

 

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2021

 

Phil Durkin extending a thank you on behalf of the Route 20 association and congratulations to recent elected officials.

 

Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting 2^nd by Councilperson VanDerwerker

 

There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:34PM.

 

Next Town Board meeting will be Thursday, DECEMBER 09, 2021 at 7:30PM

 

 Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk

Town Board minutes were recorded.

 

                                                                                                                       

 

 

 

 

 

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING OCTOBER 14, 2021

Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to open the Public Hearing for Local Law 2021-2

Property Tax Cap Override  2^nd by Councilperson Johnson

 

Public hearing open at 6:54PM on OCTOBER 14, 2021

 

Phil Durkin asked if the Town Board anticipated having to override the Tax cap.  Answer by Supervisor Garretson-No

 

Motion to close the Public Hearing made by Councilperson Cornwell  2^nd by Councilperson Waterfield.  All in favor 4-yes 0-no

 

Public hearing closed at 7:08PM

 

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING OCTOBER 14, 2021

 

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday October 14, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:09PM by Supervisor Garretson. 

 

Pledge to the Flag was said

 

Roll call of Officers was taken:

Tom Garretson-Supervisor P

Jim Johnson-Councilperson P

Ed VanDerwerker-Councilperson Excused

Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P

Holly Waterfield-P    

Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P

Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P

 

Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected.    

 

Presentation of invoices and payments:

HEALTH CENTER FUND

88 Optimizer Systems Inc $283.08pd

89 Public Goods Pool $451.00pd

90 Quill Corporation $211.28pd

91 Ricoh USA $17.80pd

92 Ricoh USA $72.87pd

93 Bruce Hall Corp $97.04pd

94 Spectrotel $277.92pd

95 National Grid $176.26pd

96 Bassett Healthcare $45,643.57pd

97 Public Goods Pool $371.00pd

98 Constellation Newenergy Inc $167.01pd

99 American Wholesalers $72.50pd

 

 

GENERAL FUND

167 The Daily Star $57.39pd

168 Bruce Hall Corp $37.38pd

169 NYS Association of Towns $900.00pd

170 Spectrotel $376.72pd

171 Tri-County Communications Inc $179.10pd

172 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd

173 Spectrum Enterprise $89.95pd

174 Nan Stolzenburg $1,698.33pd

175 National Grid $246.47pd

176 Cintas Corporation #121 $343.55pd

177 Constellation Newenergy Inc $183.34pd

178 Excellus BC/BS $25.32pd

179 On Time Waste $75.00pd

180 State Comptroller $2,114.00pd

181 United Healthcare $21.71pd

Voided check 14328

Voided check 14340

 

 

Highway Vouchers:

Item 1 (178-187)

Item 3 (396-409)

Item 4 (150-151)

 

Councilperson Waterfield made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion.  The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted.   All in favor 4 yes 0 no

 

Presentation of Invoices and Payments:

• Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances.

 

Misc. information to the Town Clerk:

• Sales Tax for the month of JUNE check from the County $8,837.12
• Check received from Otsego County Treasurer for traffic diversion program 8/2021 $1,300.00

 

Community Center Alden Field and Park:

• Gym area remains closed for ceiling repairs.

 

Community Facilities Corp:

• All apartments are rented out.

 

 

Village:

• Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us

 

Federal/State/County:

• Dave Bliss, County Rep, is present at tonight’s meeting.  He gave an overview of the County’s plan to move forward with a paid ambulance service for the whole County.

 

Highway Department:

•  Hinkley mountain work is complete.  There is no way to make the road State regulated width
• Previous plow truck ordered will be here in January 2022 however it is 1-2 years to receive a new truck once ordered
• Spare plow truck will be used for this winter and then this truck will be sent to auction.
• CHIPS paperwork has been submitted.
• HS Field has been in touch with Nathan Waterfield for tree removal on Campbell Road.

 

Local Law 2021-1 Solar Energy Generating Systems

Councilperson makes a motion to adopt Local Law 2021-1 Solar Energy Generating Systems 2^nd by Councilperson Waterfield all in favor 4 yes 0 no Local Law 2021-1 adopted.

 

Local Law will be filed in the Town Clerk office as well as cherryvalleyny.us

 

Local Law 2021-2 Town of Cherry Valley, County of Otsego Override Tax Levy Limit

*Law will be filed in the Town Clerk’s Office and at cherryvalleyny.us

 

Motion to adopt Local Law 2021-2 Override Tax Levey Limit made by Councilperson Johnson 2^nd by Councilperson Waterfield 4 yes 0 no Local Law 2021-2 adopted.

 

Preliminary Budget for 2022 is presented to the Town Board for review and comments.

 

Town Clerk Flint handed out a Survey for Internet access and Try our broadband by NYS Public Service

 

Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request

 

Steve Pasternak addressed the Town Board regarding Salt Springville Road needing attention in terms of being deemed “hazardous” by the Cherry Valley Springfield Superintendent of transportation as well as the Superintendent of the CVSCS therefore the bus will not pick up his child for school.  Mr. Pasternak is appealing to the Town Board for some help with this issue.

A discussion was held with outcome being a meeting to walk the road should be set up with aforementioned Superintendents as well as Town officials to try and come up with a solution.

 

Phil Durkin wants to acknowledge on behalf of the Route 20 association he sent a letter to the Town Board for consideration of funds from the  American Recovery Program Act for 501C3 non-profit organizations.

 

Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting 2^nd by Councilperson Waterfield

 

There being no further business meeting adjourned at 8:05PM.

 

Next Town Board meeting and Public Hearing for the Preliminary Budget for 2022 will be Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 7:30PM

 

 Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk

Town Board minutes were recorded.

 

                                                                                                                       

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING/DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING SEPTEMBER 09, 2021

Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to open the Public Hearing for Local Law 2021-1 Solar Energy Generating Systems 2nd by Councilperson VanDerwerker. Public hearing open at 6:55PM Phil Durkin let the Board know the link to the Land Use Regulations on the Web Site does not open. Also, on behalf of the Route20 Association thank you for considering the view shed in terms of the proposed Solar Generating Systems Law Motion to close the Public Hearing made by Councilperson Waterfield 2nd by Councilperson Cornwell. All in favor 5-yes 0-no Public hearing closed at 7:05PM DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING SEPTEMBER 09, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday September 09, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:05PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson P Ed VanDerwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 80 Quill Corporation $212.90pd 81 Ricoh USA Inc $72.87pd 82 Spectrotel $284.22pd 83 Constellation Newenergy Inc $142.26pd 84 National Grid $161.97pd 85 Excellus BCBS $224.26pd 86 American Wholesalers $171.29pd 87 Bassett Healthcare $40,148.53pd GENERAL FUND 148 Ed Leslie Home Improvement (gym roof) $18,963.00pd DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING SEPTEMBER 09, 2021 149 Hummel’s Office Plus $38.76pd 150 JB Supply $404.16pd 151 NYS Magistrates Association $170.00pd 152 Community Planning Environmental Associates $1,538.65pd 153 Bruce Hall Corporation $2,773.35pd 154 Spectrum Enterprise $89.95pd 155 The Daily Star $31.87pd 156 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd 157 Spectrotel $371.40pf 158 Cintas Corporation #121 $266.84pd 159 National Grid $261.95pd 160 Constellation Newenergy Inc $182.93pd 161 Michigan Millers Insurance $1,030.00pd 162 On Time Waste $90.00pd 163 US Postal Service $64.00pd 164 Excellus BCBS $525.32pd 165 State Comptroller $12,367.00pd 166 United Healthcare $31.71pd VOIDED CHECK 14303 VOIDED CHECK 14311 Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (169-177) Item 3 (386-395) Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Waterfield seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 5 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of JULY check from the County $8,921.92 • Otsego County Treasurer Snow & Ice $38,481.88 Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Gym area remains closed for ceiling repairs. • Fall soccer programs are starting on Alden Field Miscellaneous: • Supervisor Garretson handed out the County Equalization rates for 2022 tax rolls Town Planning Board: DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING SEPTEMBER 09, 2021 • Solar Generating Systems Law information has been submitted to the County Planning Department. Need to wait 30 days for comments, if any, from the County Planning Department Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us Federal/State/County: • Dave Bliss, county rep is present at tonight’s meeting and gave a brief update on County business in regards to EMS and ambulance services for the County. • County Administrator has been hired. Highway Department: • Highway Superintendent Field would like to look into an additional structure built for cold storage. • Motion to have the Highway Superintendent to price out additional structure for cold storage made by Councilperson Johnson 2nd by Councilperson Cornwell. All in favor 5-yes 0-non Motion Carried • HSF provided spec sheets for new trucks. Truck manufacturers are 1-2 years out for completion. Spec prices will change in 2 years. • Paving is done. Bridge work is completed. Guardrail Company notified to set rails. Resolution 2021-5 Otsego County Hazard Mitigation Plan presented to the Town Board and is filed with the Town Clerk Motion to accept Resolution 2021-5 Otsego County Hazard Mitigation Plan made by Councilperson Cornwell and 2nd by Councilperson Waterfield. All in favor roll call vote: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson VanDerwerker-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes and Councilperson Waterfield-Yes 5-yes 0-no Resolution 2021-5 duly carried. Local Law 2021-1 Solar Energy Generating Systems will be voted on after the 30 day waiting period ends by the County Planning Board. Tentative Budget for 2022 is presented to the Town Board for review and comments. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request There being no further business meeting adjourned at 8:05PM. Next Town Board meeting and Public Hearing for Tax Cap Override Law Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING AUGUST 12, 2021

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING AUGUST 12, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday August 12, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson P Ed Vanderwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 70 Ricoh USA Inc $72.87pd 71 Spectrotel $267.63pd 72 RL Parsons Inc $9.02pd 73 National Grid $164.34pd 74 American Wholesalers $52.35pd 75 Constellation Newenergy Inc $138.13pd 76 Quill Corporation $150.40pd 77 Ricoh USA Inc $17.80pd 78 Public Good Pool $286.00pd 79 Bassett Healthcare $42,008.82pd GENERAL FUND 131 Community Planning Environmental Associates (NS) $1,707.82pd 132 Bruce Hall Corp $3,033.45pd 133 ABM Fire Equipment Inc $288.75pd 134 Emerson Testing LLC $89.95pd 135 Emerson Testing LLC $25.00pd 136 Fargo Overland Protective Services $120.00pd 137 Oneonta Garage Doors $1,135.00pd 138 NYS Town Clerks Association $75.00pd 139 Cintas Corporation #121 $333.55pd 140 Spectrotel $363.86pd 141 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd 142 Constellation Newenergy Inc $154.33pd 143 National Grid $236.30pd DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING AUGUST 12, 2021 144 NYS Magistrates Association $85.00pd 145 Excellus BCBS $525.32pd 146 On Time Waste $52.00pd 147 United Healthcare $31.71pd Voided check 14264 Voided check 14280 Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (161-168) Item 3 (375-385) Item 4 (148-149) Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson VanDerwerker seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 5 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of JUNE check from the County $12,952.28 • United State Treasury $3,321.82 refund for amount previously paid • American rescue plan total will be $67,621.00 over 2 years. Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Gym area had to be closed again due to ceiling repairs. Part of the ceiling started coming down. • Outdoor games is happening on August 20 and August 21 Miscellaneous: • Supervisor Garretson was invited to the Emergency Squad meeting tonight, unfortunately it is the same time as our Town Board meeting. Health Center: • Supervisor Garretson gets a Bassett bill every month for salaries and Aletta’s salary has increased due to more hours being worked. Town Planning Board: • Community Facilities Corp/Old School: • All the apartments are rented except for 2 DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING AUGUST 12, 2021 Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us • There is a street light out in front of the Community Center that the Town is responsible for. Village Mayor is having it taken care of. Highway Department: • HSF reports Dietche Road is open. Will be putting up guardrails. Supervisor Garretson is working on the Budget for next year. Instructed Highway Superintendent Field to purchase a new piece of equipment to keep the rotation of equipment new. Resolution 2021-3 Solar Energy Systems Law-Introduction PROPOSED ACTION: Introducing a Local Law proposing regulations controlling Solar Energy Generating Systems in the Town of Cherry Valley. NOW, THEREFORE: Please see the attached document (filed with the Town Clerk) Motion to accept Resolution 2021-3 made by Councilperson Vanderwerker and 2nd by Councilperson Johnson. All in favor roll call vote: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson VanDerwerker-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes and Councilperson Waterfield-Yes 5-yes 0-no Resolution 2021-3 duly carried. Environmental Assessment Form is reviewed by the Town Board at tonight’s meeting. Motion to accept the full Environmental Assessment Form concerning the Solar Generating Systems in Cherry Valley-Motion made by Councilperson Waterfield and 2nd by Councilperson Cornwell. All in favor 5-yes 0-no Motion carried. Resolution 2021-4 In support of commitment for Broadband in the Town of Cherry Valley Motion to accept Resolution 2021-4 is made by Councilperson Vanderwerker 2nd Councilperson Johnson Roll call vote Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson VanDerwerker-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes and Councilperson Waterfield-Yes 5-yes 0-no Resolution 2021-4 duly carried. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request Motion to adjourn- Councilperson Johnson Seconded-Councilperson Cornwell There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:57PM. Next Town Board meeting and Public Hearing is September 09, 2021 AT 7:00PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING JULY 08, 2021

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING JULY 08, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday July 08, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson P Ed Vanderwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 58 Spectrotel $264.22pd 59 Quill Corporation $407.83pd 60 Ricoh USA Inc $72.87pd 61 National Grid $141.66pd 62 Constellation Newenergy Inc $98.05pd 63 American Wholesalers $52.35pd 64 RBS Inc $1,200.00pd 65 Public Goods Pool $288.00pd 66 Ricoh USA Inc $17.80pd 67 Quill Corporation $87.84pd 68 Bassett Healthcare $53,836.78pd 69 Carpet Doctor $260.00pd GENERAL FUND 113 State Comptroller $2,332.00pd 114 Comm Planning Envir Associates $1,346.67pd 115 Tri-County Communications Inc $179.10pd 116 The Daily Star $71.56pd 117 Spectrotel $368.55pd 118 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd 119 Cintas Corporation #121 $326.59pd 120 Spectrum Enterprise $89.95pd 121 National Grid $216.93pd 122 RL Parsons Inc $389.51pd 123 Constellation Newenergy Inc $114.68pd 124 On Time Waste $58.00pd 125 Deluxe $455.15pd 126 United Healthcare $31.71pd 127 State Comptroller $4,517.00pd 128 Hummel’s Office Plus $384.50pd 129 Carpet Doctor $840.00pd 130 Department of the Treasury $3,317.45pd Voided check 14216 Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (156-160) Item 3 (369-374) Item 4 (147) Councilperson VanDerwerker made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Waterfield seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 5 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of MAY check from the County $6,918.77 Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Community Center is opened back up for rentals. In the spring of 2022, the Community Center will be closed for repairs to the roof and ceiling as well as other minor repairs that needs to be completed. • Jeff Stiles reported the ceiling has been inspected and is safe to proceed with reopening. We may opt to close off the balcony area. Supervisor Garretson filled out the forms for the American Rescue plan money and sent them in to the Federal Gov. Town Planning Board: • Councilperson Waterfield states the draft solar law is with the Attorney, John Lyons. for review. Community Facilities Corp/Old School: • All Senior apartments are rented with the exception of 2 smaller apartments. Supervisor Garretson has been in contact with DEC officer Tim Card regarding the situation on Chestnut Street. Officer Card is waiting on Solid Waste to get back to him. Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us Highway Department: • Highway Superintendent Field reported the Town Highway has to be enrolled into a Federal Clearing House program with the Insurance company. When a new employee is hired by the Town Highway Department their license has to go to the Insurance Company to be run in the Federal check data base. • Dietche Road is in line to be completed soon. Will be using Suit-Kote for the paving. • HS Field would like to rent a Boom mower to clear the bigger debris along the roads to be able to maintain the sides of the road with the new tractor. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request Supervisor Garretson spoke to a Spectrum employee installing cable on Tom’s Road, which is a Town Road and the employee stated Otsego County is the only County in the State having issues with Spectrum. Anyone living on a County Road needs to attend the County Board meeting to pursue and get answers to questions regarding cable services on a County Road. Councilperson Waterfield stated when she went to Spectrum’s site and put her address in, which is a Town road, it said there is no plan for future service. Councilperson Cornwell stated making phone calls to Congressman Delgado’s office and Senator Oberacker’s office to state concerns. Motion to adjourn- Councilperson VanDerwerker Seconded-Councilperson Cornwell There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:39PM. Next Town Board meeting is AUGUST 12, 2021 AT 7:00PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING JUNE 10, 2021

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING JUNE 10, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday June 10, 2021 with meeting called to order at 6:56PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson P Ed Vanderwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson Excused Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 46 Quill Corporation $110.24pd 47 Ricoh USA $17.80pd 48 Spectrotel $276.65pd 49 Bassett Healthcare $37,927.06pd 50 National Grid $158.20pd 51 Bassett Healthcare $36,910.05pd 52 Quill Corporation $208.96pd 53 RICOH USA $72.87pd 54 Public Goods Pool $422.00pd 55 Public Goods Pool $341.00pd 56 Constellation Newenergy Inc $93.13pd 57 Ricoh USA $17.80pd GENERAL FUND 94 State Comptroller $4,741.00pd 95 Bruce Hall Corp $1,800.00pd 96 RL Parsons Inc $828.17pd 97 Nan Stolzenburg $1,278.51pd 98 Spectrum Enterprise $74.95pd 99 Cintas Corporation #121 $263.38pd 100 Spectrum Enterprise $89.95pd 101 Spectrotel $371.22pd 102 National Grid $280.69pd 103 On Time Waste $75.00pd 104 Excellus BC/BS $525.32pd 105 Hummel’s Office Plus $1,750.00pd 106 Constellation Newenergy Inc $135.66pd 107 United Healthcare $31.71pd 108 Hummel’s Office Plus $33.94pd 109 Edward Harvey $250.00pd 110 Louis Guido Jr $250.00pd 111 Brian Haig $250.00pd 112 Kassandra Cade-Laymon $35.28pd VOIDED check 14191 Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (149-155) Item 3 (361-368) Item 4 (146) Councilperson Waterfield made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 4 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of APR check from the County $6,663.08 • Otsego County Snow and Ice Fringe payment $2,674.62 • Otsego County Mortgage Tax payment check $9,568.77 Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Supervisor Garretson spoke with Jeff Stiles and he has approved the opening of the Gym as the ceiling and roof repairs have been completed. • The Gym Board will need to meet to approve any guidelines needed to comply with the CDC guidelines. • Marty Field reported the Fire Department is purchasing an AED for the gymnasium and an AED for Alden Field. The AED boxes will have alarms on them that will be linked to the Fire Department members cell phones so they can respond as well if an AED is broke into for use. Supervisor Garretson contacted the Town Attorney, Will Green, to inquire about a form letter the Town can use to address issues with property owners within the Town. Supervisor Garretson has not heard back from Attorney Green yet. SG will follow up. Health Center: • Doing well. Town Planning Board: • Councilperson Waterfield supplied a draft visual impact map from Nan Stolzenburg regarding potential solar projects. Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us Highway Department: • All purpose tractor is here and being utilized. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request Frank McGrath is asking if the Town has initiated any correspondence with Spectrum to put pressure on them regarding broadband service. Frank is asking if Spectrum has a plan or not regarding service for the Cherry Valley area. Andy Minnig asked for further clarification of the Visual Impact Map Councilperson Waterfield presented. Mr. Minnig also reported he spoke with Scott from On Time Waste about the bins being filled is because the volume of boxes not being broke down is one of the problems that the bins are filling up so fast. Maybe a sign reminding people to break down boxes before depositing them in the bins. Motion to adjourn- Councilperson Waterfield Seconded-Councilperson VanDerwerker There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:33PM. Next Town Board meeting is JULY 08, 2021 AT 7:00PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING MAY 13, 2021

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING MAY 13, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday May 13, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson P Ed Vanderwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 36 Public Goods Pool $529.00pd 37 Century Linen $31.11pd 38 Ricoh USA Inc $17.80pd 39 RL Parsons Inc $1,022.86pd 40 Spectrotel $288.56pd 41 Ricoh USA Inc $72.87pd 42 Century Linen $19.85pd 43 National Grid $159.08pd 44 Constellation Newenergy Inc $97.13pd 45 American Wholesalers $51.99pd GENERAL FUND 78 NYS Taxation and Finance $319.05pd 79 Jaird Johnson $1,332.02pd 80 The Daily Star $64.00pd 81 US Postal Service $64.00pd 82 Spectrotel $362.77pd 83 RL Parsons Inc $2,241.62pd 84 Spectrum Enterprise $79.95ps 85 Cintas Corporation #121 $306.33pd 86 Spectrum Enterprise $79.95pd 87 National Grid $586.33pd 88 On Time Waste $52.00pd 89 Excellus BC/BS $659.58pd 90 Hummel’s Office Plus $42.16pd DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING MAY 13, 2021 91 Constellation Newenergy Inc $165.39pd 92 Mary Beth Flint$16.00pd 93 United Healthcare $45.77pd Voided check 14164 Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (143-148) Item 3 (347-360) Item 4 (144-145) Councilperson Waterfield made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 5 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of MAR check from the County $9,345.50 Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Gym remains closed until the ceiling and roof can be inspected. Health Center: • Doing well. Town Planning Board: • Supervisor Garretson received first invoice from Nan Stolzenburg. • Councilpersons Waterfield and Cornwell reported they received the first draft of the proposed Solar Law from Nan. The Board will review and give Nan feedback on the draft and suggest any changes and or additions needed. Councilperson Waterfield gave a more in-depth report on the maps also provided by Nan. Councilperson Cornwell also reported on what would be considered a small, medium or large private Solar Field per parcel. All of these things need to be considered especially when presenting the final Draft to the public at a Public Hearing. Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us Highway Department: • Need to replace the culvert on Dietsche Road. Highway Superintendent Field is gathering prices for the culverts which will come to approximately $15,000 by the time they get done with the installation of the culvert it will be approximately $30,000 to $40,000. HSF is looking into the CHIPS funds for the culvert project. DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING MAY 13, 2021 • Also gave an update on Kniskern and Wilson roads that are currently being worked on. Hoose and Palmer road are completed. • New tractor will be here next week • The international truck brought $2,500. Supervisor Garretson distributed information on the DUNS (data universal numbering system) number for grants. Also, information regarding The Americans with Disability Act regarding the curbs being cut for handicapped accessibility. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request Howard Young inquired about a Town ordinance regarding numerous rotting cars on a private residence land that may be affecting surrounding water supplies on neighboring property. The Board is taking this under advisement and will contact the Town Attorney to send a letter. Andy Minnig reported on Artworks will be having a sculpture trail this summer. Films behind the Museum will not be happening due to darkness happening so late that this may be disturbing to neighbors. Councilperson Waterfield reported she didn’t write a letter to Spectrum regarding Broad Band services for the area; however, she saw in the news some legal things are moving along. She still plans on writing a letter. Frank McGrath reported he wrote a letter to Congressman Delgado’s office as well as the New York State Teachers Association and New York State School Board Association should be pushing for plans on what their responsibilities will be moving forward in the future. Cell Tower on Rendering Works Road has been updated by AT&T. Cell service is still a challenge within the Town. Motion to adjourn- Councilperson Cornwell Seconded-Councilperson VanDerwerker There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:45PM. Next Town Board meeting is JUNE 10, 2021 AT 7:00PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING APRIL 08, 2021

DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING APRIL 08, 2021 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday April 08, 2021 with meeting called to order at 7:02PM by Supervisor Garretson. Pledge to the Flag was said Roll call of Officers was taken: Tom Garretson-Supervisor P Jim Johnson-Councilperson Excused Ed Vanderwerker-Councilperson P Mark Cornwell-Councilperson P Holly Waterfield-P Highway Superintendent Marty Field-P Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk-P Reading of last month’s minutes will be dispensed of and minutes accepted as presented and or corrected. Presentation of invoices and payments: HEALTH CENTER FUND 24 American Wholesalers $52.35pd 25 RICOH USA Inc $72.87pd 26 Quill Corporation $210.73pd 27 RL Parsons Inc $268.87pd 28 Spectrotel $304.92pd 29 JC Smith Inc $77.00pd 30 National Grid $162.14pd 31 Constellation Newenergy Inc $159.36pd 32 Excellus BCBS $485.90pd 33 Quill Corporation $920.01pd 34 RBS Inc $900.00pd 35 Bassett Healthcare $39,061.47pd Voided check 14129 GENERAL FUND 59 Bruce Hall Corp $224.60pd 60 RL Parsons Inc $2,803.68pd 61 The Daily Star $300.45pd 62 On Time Waste $55.00pd 63 Spectrotel $365.48pd 64 National Grid $480.65pd 65 Spectrum Enterprise $79.95pd 66 Cintas Corporation #121 $253.25pd 67 Tri-County Communications Inc $179.10pd 68 Spectrum Enterprise $79.95pd DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING APRIL 08, 2021 69 Mary Beth Flint $52.48pd 70 US Postal Service $335.90pd 71 Constellation Newenergy Inc $314.86pd 72 Excellus BCBS $391.06pd 73 Hummel’s Office Plus $52.54pd 74 United Healthcare $17.65pd 75 County of Otsego $579.50pd 76 State Comptroller $3,148.00pd 77 Hummel’s Office Plus $263.24pd Highway Vouchers: Item 1 (140-142) Item 3 (339-346) Item 4 (141-143) Councilperson Waterfield made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as presented, Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 4 yes 0 no Presentation of Invoices and Payments: • Budget reviewed as well as NBT Account balances. Misc. information to the Town Clerk: • Sales Tax for the month of FEB check from the County $5,378.15 • Otsego County Treasurer Snow & Ice $15,908.07 • Dog report for January 2019-March 2021 Community Center Alden Field and Park: • Gym remains closed until the ceiling and roof can be inspected. Town Planning Board: • Councilperson Waterfield gave a brief update of her conversations/meetings with Nan Stolzenburg and expect to have a draft Solar Law for review by the May meeting. Hopeful to have the Public Hearing, County review and enactment by July or August. Village: • Town and Village Board Minutes and info- www.cherryvalleyny.us Highway Department: • Highway Superintendent Field reported the new truck has some issues with the box liner already pitted. HSField contacted Henderson to see if this can be addressed under warranty. • Measured a bunch of roads for paving. • Martin presented the board with prices for a new tractor. DRAFT ONLY TB MEETING APRIL 08, 2021 • New Town employee, Tom is working out very well. • Motion is made by Councilperson Cornwell to purchase the new tractor as presented, 2nd by Councilperson VanDewerker. All in favor 4 yes 0 no. Motion carried Supervisor Garretson reported on the American Rescue Plan. The Town will receive the money $2,13790.00. This money is not to be used for retirement. This money is earmarked for thing such as; lost wages, maintaining roads, etc. during and after COVID. Federal/State/County • Dave Bliss County Rep is in attendance at tonight’s meeting. Public Questions, Comments and concerns…………..2 minute limit per request Andy Minnig inquired about a Code Enforcement officer’s expertise. Would this be a shared service and how much would it cost? This will be addressed with Nan Stolzenburg. Phil Durkin thanked the Board for keeping the discussion going regarding the issues on County Route 50 current and things seemed to have settled down from a year ago. Frank McGrath inquired about progress towards Broadband services for the Town. SG stated Spectrum is out and about laying lines. Dave Bliss, County Rep stated there has been some issues with Spectrum recognizing addresses that are eligible for their services. Mr. McGrath inquired if there is a map of which residences Spectrum is planning on installing services to? Mr. McGrath is asking if the Board, as a government entity, can draft a letter to ask these questions? Councilperson Waterfield stated she would write a letter to Spectrum. Motion to adjourn- Councilperson Cornwell Seconded-Councilperson Waterfield There being no further business meeting adjourned at 8:05PM. Next Town Board meeting is May 13, 2021 AT 7:00PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Flint-Town Clerk Town Board minutes were recorded.