TB Meeting May 21, 2009
The regular meeting of the Town of Cherry Valley Town Board was held on Thursday May 21, 2009 with meeting called to order at 7:05PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag said.
Roll Call was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerwerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the April 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of May are presented:
173 Standard Security Life Insurance $53.40pd
174 NBT Bank $8,811.70pd
175 Marian Gerlach $20.00pd
176 Broadview Networks $319.64pd
177 Quill Corp $170.72pd
178 Hughesnet $86.59pd
179 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
180 RBS Inc $400.00pd
181 Verizon Wireless $94.47pd
182 RL Parsons Inc. $1,662.81pd
183 Cordia Communications $106.05pd
184 The Daily Star $6.30pd
185 Cintas Corp #121 $197.56pd
186 Logical Net $17.95pd
187 William T. Ryan Associates $14,419.38pd
188 Kassandra Cade Laymon $27.00pd
189Casella Waste Services $55.50pd
190 Rury’s Food Store $116.54pd
191 JB Supply $110.85pd
192 Mercury Media Group $3.57pd
193 Transcription Associates $859.05pd
194 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
195 Hummels Office Plus $211.00pd
196 National Pastime $500.50pd
197 Hillyard/New York $80.92pd
198 National Grid $1,348.96pd
199 Dorothy Johnson $32.40pd
200 Postmaster-13450 $28.00pd
201 Otsego County Magistrates Assoc. $40.00pd
202 NBT Bank $31,392.00pd
203 County of Otsego $14.20pd
204 Postmaster $420.00pd
205 Medical Arts Press $159.72pd
206 Hughesnet $86.59pd
207 Rod’s Welding $210.00pd
208 Hummel’s Office Plus $123.13pd
209 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
210 Road Runner LLc $74.95pd
211 Verizon $235.60pd
212 NYS Public Goods Pool $483.00pd
213 Postmaster $31.20pd
214 Excellus BC/BS Gen-Med $1,504.47pd
215 Excellus BC/BS Gen-Dental $222.47pd
216 Cherry Valley Hardware $111.13pd
217 Bassett Healthcare $25,573.36pd
Highway Vouchers
Item 3 (46-58)
Item 1 (7-12)
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson second by Councilperson Cornwell to pay the bills as presented. 3 yes 0 no motion carried.
Town share of monthly sales tax collected for the month of February 2009 is $5,257.07
Dog Control Officers reports for February and March are filed with the Town Clerk.
Primary Election Date: September 15, 2009
General Election Date: November 03, 2009
Correspondence received from Steve Eisenberg from Reunion Power.
New DECALS software runs off of Road Runner no longer need extra telephone line for dial up service.
Community Center/Alden Field:
Revenue for April is $710 and Expenses are $3,016.
Miscellaneous information:
Assessor to meet with the public and tentative roll-May 7, 11, 14 and 23.
Board of review will meet May 26 from 4-8PM.
2010 Census: Bureau well be visiting between April and July 2009
Maggie Milner has been chosen to go to Washington DC to represent the School for a scholarship opportunity for her poetry writing.
Health Center:
· Revenue for April $37,349 and Expenses are $35,346.
· Gary Schaeffer will be the custodial support for the Health Center
Town Facilities:
· William T. Ryan and Associates to complete new board room by 12-31-2009
Village:
Monthly Meeting Minutes are online @ cherryvalleyny.us
American Legion 5K Run/Walk will be held on Veteran’s Day weekend, November 07, 2009.
Restore NY Grant: Restoration of the Lafler Building progressing.
Visitor Center:
Permit issued by NYSDOT for Town use of State owned property.
Planning Board:
Supervisor Garretson received and e-mail from Liz Plymel asking not to be reinstated on the Planning Board.
Highway Department:
Rabies clinic scheduled for September 15 6-8PM
Received notice from the State re: bridge replacement on Route 166 slated in the near future.
Federal/State/County:
BOE new councilperson positions-one 4 yr term, one 2yr unexpired term
Land Use Committee:
Supervisor Garretson will try to contact Walter regarding the “draft document”
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Opened up the questionnaires they received back from residents.
85 questionnaires were sent out to 65 landowners and 57 were returned.
Questions and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig asked that the adoption dates of the Wind Ordinances the committee reviewed be included in their review.
Flo Clapper asked why there are so many communication bills from different companies? She also asked can Cherry Valley develop its own wind project without big companies being involved.
Jack Palmenteri suggested attracting small investors.
There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Councilperson Cornwell and seconded by Councilperson Johnson.
Meeting adjourned at 8:06pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint
Town Clerk
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
TB Mtg April 09, 2009
TB Meeting April 09, 2009
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, April 09, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the March 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of April 2009 are presented:
130 Hummel’s Office Plus $35.90pd
131 Hughesnet $86.59pd
132 Broadview Networks $330.35pd
133 Marian Gerlach $540.00pd
134 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
135 Transcription Associates $809.40pd
136 Verizon Wireless $95.28pd
137 Cordia Communications $105.59pd
138 RBS Inc $250.00pd
139 Cherry Valley Hardware $87.99pd
140 Cintas Corporation #121 $222.59pd
141 Postmaster $122.70pd
142 Hummel’s Office Plus $43.25pd
143 Logical Net $17.95pd
144 NYS Assoc of Tax Rec and Coll. Annual dues $25.00pd
145 RL Parsons Inc $1,499.11pd
146 Paraco Gas $525.33pd
147 Otsego County Treasurer $210.00pd
148 William T. Ryan Associates $669.09pd
149 National Grid $1,305.13pd
150 Cherry Valley Hardware $42.50pd
151 Crown Awards $46.00pd
152 NYS Public Goods Pool $448.00pd
153 Ikon Office Supply $70.64pd
154 Road Runner LLC $74.95pd
155 Verizon $187.84pd
156 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
157 Bassett Healthcare $28,693.29pd
158 Schwaab Inc $37.99pd
159 Medical Arts Press $135.95pd
160 Quill Corporation $170.86pd
161 United Healthcare $8.00pd
162 CASEB $22.00pd
163 Williamson Law Book Company $1,887.40pd
164 Tri-County Communications Inc $179.10pd
165 JB Supply $67.11pd
166 NYS Assoc of Magistrates Court $35.00pd
167 NYS Assoc of Magistrates Court $80.00pd
168 The Freemans Journal $6.08pd
169 Excellus BC/BS $222.47pd
170 Excellus BC/BS $231.72pd
171 Excellus BC/BS $1,504.47pd
172 Excellus BC/BS $4,209.11pd
173 Casella Waste Services $111.30pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (3-6)
Item 3 (37-45)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of January 2009 $3,123.42
Community Center/Alden Fields and Park:
Revenue for March $65. Expenses $2,295
Ed VanDerWerker will roll the soccer and Little League Baseball fields
The opera will be renting the space again this year for rehearsals
Miscellaneous Information
Williamson Law Book Company Town Clerk software is up and running. Still learning how to use the different applications within the software
The Town Justices explained to Supervisor Garretson they are unable to speak to the general public by law. The only time they can have communications is during court sessions
Town Board meeting moved from May 14th2009 to May 21, 2009
Health Center:
March Revenue $42,151. Expenses $36,659
A donation was received from the Brigham family in memory of Morris towards Health Center equipment.
Supervisor Garretson received a resignation letter from Nancy Erway resigning her position on the Health Center Board.
Town Facilities:
William T. Ryan Associates to complete new board room by 12-31-2009
Supervisor Garretson ran a building maintenance report and so far we are ahead of the budget for 2009. We are through the first phase of the project. The second phase will
consist of carpet installation and additional bathroom. The third phase will be Handicapped ramp.
Village:
Town and Village Board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
American Legion 5K Run/Walk scheduled for Veteran’s Day weekend- November 07, 2009
Visitor’s Center:
NYS DOT is conducting land survey of leased property
Highway Department:
Rabies clinic is scheduled for September 15, 2009 6-8PM
New truck quote $192,196.35, this is less than original quote due to some options being removed
Land Use Committee:
Supervisor Garretson will look into delegating authority for the draft document.
Federal/State/County:
BOE new councilperson positions are as follows: one 4 year term, one 2 year unexpired term
Justices to send copy of Bonds and Undertaking to County Clerk-notified
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Sent out 65 questionnaires on March 25, 2009. The questionnaires will be opened and reviewed at the next meeting, May 5, 2009
Resolution 2009-4
Proposed Action: Snow and Ice Contract Extension 2009-2010-between NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley
Whereas, the NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley have entered into agreement #D010680 entitled “Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley dated January 14th 1997, and
Whereas, the present term of the agreement as previously extended, expires June 30th 2009, and
Whereas, the said agreement provides for an annual update of the estimated expenditure to be determined by NYS DOT, and
Now, therefore be it resolved: The aforementioned agreement between the NYS DOT and Town of Cherry Valley is hereby extended for a period of one year; now to expire on June 30th 2010, and
Further be it resolved: The Estimated expenditure of the agreement shall be $3957.74 per lane mile for 12.6 lane miles for a total of $49,8670.52 for the 2007/2008 season and for the reminder of the term of the agreement, unless changed by a future update.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-4 Snow and Ice Agreement second by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll Call vote is taken Supervisor Garretson-yes,
Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes. 3-yes 0-No. Resolution is duly carried.
Question and comments from the public present:
There were no questions or comments by the public present.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 7:35PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, April 09, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the March 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of April 2009 are presented:
130 Hummel’s Office Plus $35.90pd
131 Hughesnet $86.59pd
132 Broadview Networks $330.35pd
133 Marian Gerlach $540.00pd
134 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
135 Transcription Associates $809.40pd
136 Verizon Wireless $95.28pd
137 Cordia Communications $105.59pd
138 RBS Inc $250.00pd
139 Cherry Valley Hardware $87.99pd
140 Cintas Corporation #121 $222.59pd
141 Postmaster $122.70pd
142 Hummel’s Office Plus $43.25pd
143 Logical Net $17.95pd
144 NYS Assoc of Tax Rec and Coll. Annual dues $25.00pd
145 RL Parsons Inc $1,499.11pd
146 Paraco Gas $525.33pd
147 Otsego County Treasurer $210.00pd
148 William T. Ryan Associates $669.09pd
149 National Grid $1,305.13pd
150 Cherry Valley Hardware $42.50pd
151 Crown Awards $46.00pd
152 NYS Public Goods Pool $448.00pd
153 Ikon Office Supply $70.64pd
154 Road Runner LLC $74.95pd
155 Verizon $187.84pd
156 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
157 Bassett Healthcare $28,693.29pd
158 Schwaab Inc $37.99pd
159 Medical Arts Press $135.95pd
160 Quill Corporation $170.86pd
161 United Healthcare $8.00pd
162 CASEB $22.00pd
163 Williamson Law Book Company $1,887.40pd
164 Tri-County Communications Inc $179.10pd
165 JB Supply $67.11pd
166 NYS Assoc of Magistrates Court $35.00pd
167 NYS Assoc of Magistrates Court $80.00pd
168 The Freemans Journal $6.08pd
169 Excellus BC/BS $222.47pd
170 Excellus BC/BS $231.72pd
171 Excellus BC/BS $1,504.47pd
172 Excellus BC/BS $4,209.11pd
173 Casella Waste Services $111.30pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (3-6)
Item 3 (37-45)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of January 2009 $3,123.42
Community Center/Alden Fields and Park:
Revenue for March $65. Expenses $2,295
Ed VanDerWerker will roll the soccer and Little League Baseball fields
The opera will be renting the space again this year for rehearsals
Miscellaneous Information
Williamson Law Book Company Town Clerk software is up and running. Still learning how to use the different applications within the software
The Town Justices explained to Supervisor Garretson they are unable to speak to the general public by law. The only time they can have communications is during court sessions
Town Board meeting moved from May 14th2009 to May 21, 2009
Health Center:
March Revenue $42,151. Expenses $36,659
A donation was received from the Brigham family in memory of Morris towards Health Center equipment.
Supervisor Garretson received a resignation letter from Nancy Erway resigning her position on the Health Center Board.
Town Facilities:
William T. Ryan Associates to complete new board room by 12-31-2009
Supervisor Garretson ran a building maintenance report and so far we are ahead of the budget for 2009. We are through the first phase of the project. The second phase will
consist of carpet installation and additional bathroom. The third phase will be Handicapped ramp.
Village:
Town and Village Board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
American Legion 5K Run/Walk scheduled for Veteran’s Day weekend- November 07, 2009
Visitor’s Center:
NYS DOT is conducting land survey of leased property
Highway Department:
Rabies clinic is scheduled for September 15, 2009 6-8PM
New truck quote $192,196.35, this is less than original quote due to some options being removed
Land Use Committee:
Supervisor Garretson will look into delegating authority for the draft document.
Federal/State/County:
BOE new councilperson positions are as follows: one 4 year term, one 2 year unexpired term
Justices to send copy of Bonds and Undertaking to County Clerk-notified
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Sent out 65 questionnaires on March 25, 2009. The questionnaires will be opened and reviewed at the next meeting, May 5, 2009
Resolution 2009-4
Proposed Action: Snow and Ice Contract Extension 2009-2010-between NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley
Whereas, the NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley have entered into agreement #D010680 entitled “Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley dated January 14th 1997, and
Whereas, the present term of the agreement as previously extended, expires June 30th 2009, and
Whereas, the said agreement provides for an annual update of the estimated expenditure to be determined by NYS DOT, and
Now, therefore be it resolved: The aforementioned agreement between the NYS DOT and Town of Cherry Valley is hereby extended for a period of one year; now to expire on June 30th 2010, and
Further be it resolved: The Estimated expenditure of the agreement shall be $3957.74 per lane mile for 12.6 lane miles for a total of $49,8670.52 for the 2007/2008 season and for the reminder of the term of the agreement, unless changed by a future update.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-4 Snow and Ice Agreement second by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll Call vote is taken Supervisor Garretson-yes,
Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes. 3-yes 0-No. Resolution is duly carried.
Question and comments from the public present:
There were no questions or comments by the public present.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 7:35PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
TB Meeting March 19, 2009
TB Meeting March 19, 2009
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, March 19, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the February 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of March 2009 are presented:
87 Otsego County Town Supervisors Association $100.00pd
88 Paraco Gas $883.85pd
89 NYS Association of Magistrates Court $35.00pd
90 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
91 US Postal Service $482.60pd
92 Medical Arts Press $200.59pd
93 Quill Corporation $227.96pd
94 CASEBP $55.13pd
95 NYS Unemployment Insurance $297.92pd
96 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
97 Verizon Wireless $95.92pd
98 Broadview $332.87pd
99 Transcription Associates $906.15pd
100 Rury’s Food Store $128.00pd
101 Medical Arts Press $92.95pd
102 Cordia Communications $106.51pd
103 R.L. Parsons Inc. $1,975.94pd
104 Cherry Valley Hardware $42.50pd
105 The Daily Star $17.95pd
106 Thomas Garretson $16.80pd
107 Postmaster $15.60pd
108 Cintas Corporation $195.60pd
109 Logical Net $17.95pd
110 Bassett Healthcare $22,276.54pd
111 Verizon $189.51pd
112 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
113 Time Warner Cable Road Runner $74.95pd
114 National Grid $1,618.12pd
115 Lyman and James Johnson $2,400pd
116 Cherry Valley Fire District $81,045.00pd
117 Jaird Johnson $23.00pd
118 Otsego County Town Clerks Association $50.00pd
119 JB Supply $74.24pd
120 Thelma Cecce $162.50pd
121 Ed Vanderwerker $390.16pd
122 Anderson’s Hardware $89.55pd
123 Paraco Gas $438.51pd
124 RBS Inc. $100.00pd
125 NYS Public Goods Pool $499.00pd
126 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $222.47pd
127 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
128 Excellus BC/BS General Medical $1,504.47pd
129 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Hlth $4,209.11pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (1-2
Item 3 (25-36)
Item 4 (7-8)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of December 2008 is $3,714.72.
Dog Control Officers reports for Nov2008-January 2009.
Updates:
Community Center:
Revenue for Feb was $182 and Expenses were $3,834.00.
Biddy Basketball was a success this year
The Opera will be renting the Community Center this summer.
Miscellaneous Information:
The Town Clerk is still learning the new Town Clerk Software.
Supervisor Garretson will inform the Justices to come up with a mutual way for the public to contact them with questions.
Reminder that the Town Board meeting for May 14th is moved to May 21st.
Health Center:
Revenue for Feb $27,625 and Expenses for Feb was $29,629
Supervisor Garretson received to quotes from other CPA firms one came in at $7,000 and the other at $9,000. Gruver, Zweifel and Scott came in at $3,000. An agreement letter has gone out to Gruver, Zweifel and Scott for the 2008 health center audit.
Town Facilities:
Supervisor Garretson will run an expense report to see if we can complete the Board Room by 12/31/2009
Village:
Town and Village board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Supervisor Garretson will contact Mayor Stiles to see if there is a necessity for a joint meeting at this time.
Visitor’s Center:
DOT use of occupancy permit has been approved. Supervisor Garretson received an e-mail from NYS DOT stating the land will not be sold, but will be leased for an undetermined amount of time at this time.
Highway Department:
Rabies clinic scheduled for September 15th from 6-8PM
Quote from Burr Truck for New Dump Truck $197,242.11.
A motion is made by Councilperson Cornwell for Highway Superintendent Vanderwerker to pursue purchase of a new dump truck for delivery by the end of 2009, motion seconded by Councilperson Johnson. All in favor. Motion carried.
Federal/State/County:
BOE new councilperson positions are a one 4 year term and one 2 year term unexpired term.
A special election will take place on March 31 for the 20th congressional district.
Justices to send copy of Bonds and Undertaking to County Clerk
2009 elections will have a combination of the lever machines as well as the BMD (ballot marking device)
Land Use Committee:
Supervisor Garretson asked Councilperson Johnson to find out when the draft document Public Hearing will be.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Meeting agenda for Feb. 25, 2009 presented to Town Clerk
List of neighboring land owners to receive questionnaire
Questionnaire
Resolution 2009-3 Temporary Appointment by the Town Assessor
Proposed Action: Designation of a qualified person to stand in for the Town Assessor on Grievance Day
Whereas, the town assessor is required to be present with the board of assessment review on grievance day, the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, the town assessor is expecting to give birth to her first child on or about the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, the town assessor has the right to appoint a qualified person to supervisory role to stand in and answer any questions that the board of review may have, and
Whereas, the town assessor has asked to have George Cade appointed to a supervisory role to the board of assessment review, in the event that the town assessor is giving birth on the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, George Cade is an assessor and has the qualifications to fill this role, and
Now, therefore be it resolved, the Cherry Valley Town Board appoints George Cade to stand in for the town assessor as needed on the forth Tuesday in May 2009.
Motion made to accept Resolution 2009-3 by Councilperson Johnson, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, and Councilperson Johnson-yes. 3 yes 0 no. Duly carried.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig presented a FOIL request to the Town Clerk from the Advocates for Cherry Valley. Mr. Minnig also spoke on behalf of Mr. And Mrs. Palminteri regarding the wind farm issue. Mr. Minnig read several quotes from an individual whose land adjoins a turbine owners land in another community. Mr. Minnig stated he is not opposed to a wind farm, but the placement of the wind farm.
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Johnson meeting adjourned at 8:02PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, March 19, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the February 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of March 2009 are presented:
87 Otsego County Town Supervisors Association $100.00pd
88 Paraco Gas $883.85pd
89 NYS Association of Magistrates Court $35.00pd
90 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
91 US Postal Service $482.60pd
92 Medical Arts Press $200.59pd
93 Quill Corporation $227.96pd
94 CASEBP $55.13pd
95 NYS Unemployment Insurance $297.92pd
96 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
97 Verizon Wireless $95.92pd
98 Broadview $332.87pd
99 Transcription Associates $906.15pd
100 Rury’s Food Store $128.00pd
101 Medical Arts Press $92.95pd
102 Cordia Communications $106.51pd
103 R.L. Parsons Inc. $1,975.94pd
104 Cherry Valley Hardware $42.50pd
105 The Daily Star $17.95pd
106 Thomas Garretson $16.80pd
107 Postmaster $15.60pd
108 Cintas Corporation $195.60pd
109 Logical Net $17.95pd
110 Bassett Healthcare $22,276.54pd
111 Verizon $189.51pd
112 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
113 Time Warner Cable Road Runner $74.95pd
114 National Grid $1,618.12pd
115 Lyman and James Johnson $2,400pd
116 Cherry Valley Fire District $81,045.00pd
117 Jaird Johnson $23.00pd
118 Otsego County Town Clerks Association $50.00pd
119 JB Supply $74.24pd
120 Thelma Cecce $162.50pd
121 Ed Vanderwerker $390.16pd
122 Anderson’s Hardware $89.55pd
123 Paraco Gas $438.51pd
124 RBS Inc. $100.00pd
125 NYS Public Goods Pool $499.00pd
126 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $222.47pd
127 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
128 Excellus BC/BS General Medical $1,504.47pd
129 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Hlth $4,209.11pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (1-2
Item 3 (25-36)
Item 4 (7-8)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of December 2008 is $3,714.72.
Dog Control Officers reports for Nov2008-January 2009.
Updates:
Community Center:
Revenue for Feb was $182 and Expenses were $3,834.00.
Biddy Basketball was a success this year
The Opera will be renting the Community Center this summer.
Miscellaneous Information:
The Town Clerk is still learning the new Town Clerk Software.
Supervisor Garretson will inform the Justices to come up with a mutual way for the public to contact them with questions.
Reminder that the Town Board meeting for May 14th is moved to May 21st.
Health Center:
Revenue for Feb $27,625 and Expenses for Feb was $29,629
Supervisor Garretson received to quotes from other CPA firms one came in at $7,000 and the other at $9,000. Gruver, Zweifel and Scott came in at $3,000. An agreement letter has gone out to Gruver, Zweifel and Scott for the 2008 health center audit.
Town Facilities:
Supervisor Garretson will run an expense report to see if we can complete the Board Room by 12/31/2009
Village:
Town and Village board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Supervisor Garretson will contact Mayor Stiles to see if there is a necessity for a joint meeting at this time.
Visitor’s Center:
DOT use of occupancy permit has been approved. Supervisor Garretson received an e-mail from NYS DOT stating the land will not be sold, but will be leased for an undetermined amount of time at this time.
Highway Department:
Rabies clinic scheduled for September 15th from 6-8PM
Quote from Burr Truck for New Dump Truck $197,242.11.
A motion is made by Councilperson Cornwell for Highway Superintendent Vanderwerker to pursue purchase of a new dump truck for delivery by the end of 2009, motion seconded by Councilperson Johnson. All in favor. Motion carried.
Federal/State/County:
BOE new councilperson positions are a one 4 year term and one 2 year term unexpired term.
A special election will take place on March 31 for the 20th congressional district.
Justices to send copy of Bonds and Undertaking to County Clerk
2009 elections will have a combination of the lever machines as well as the BMD (ballot marking device)
Land Use Committee:
Supervisor Garretson asked Councilperson Johnson to find out when the draft document Public Hearing will be.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Meeting agenda for Feb. 25, 2009 presented to Town Clerk
List of neighboring land owners to receive questionnaire
Questionnaire
Resolution 2009-3 Temporary Appointment by the Town Assessor
Proposed Action: Designation of a qualified person to stand in for the Town Assessor on Grievance Day
Whereas, the town assessor is required to be present with the board of assessment review on grievance day, the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, the town assessor is expecting to give birth to her first child on or about the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, the town assessor has the right to appoint a qualified person to supervisory role to stand in and answer any questions that the board of review may have, and
Whereas, the town assessor has asked to have George Cade appointed to a supervisory role to the board of assessment review, in the event that the town assessor is giving birth on the fourth Tuesday in May 2009, and
Whereas, George Cade is an assessor and has the qualifications to fill this role, and
Now, therefore be it resolved, the Cherry Valley Town Board appoints George Cade to stand in for the town assessor as needed on the forth Tuesday in May 2009.
Motion made to accept Resolution 2009-3 by Councilperson Johnson, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, and Councilperson Johnson-yes. 3 yes 0 no. Duly carried.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig presented a FOIL request to the Town Clerk from the Advocates for Cherry Valley. Mr. Minnig also spoke on behalf of Mr. And Mrs. Palminteri regarding the wind farm issue. Mr. Minnig read several quotes from an individual whose land adjoins a turbine owners land in another community. Mr. Minnig stated he is not opposed to a wind farm, but the placement of the wind farm.
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Johnson meeting adjourned at 8:02PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
TB Meeting February 12, 2009
TB Meeting February 12, 2009
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the January 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as presented.
Bills for the month of January 2009 are presented:
38 Standard Security Life Insurance $53.40pd
39 Thomas Garretson $8.40pd
40 Susquehanna SPCA $77.00pd
41 Cordia Communications $106.51pd
42 Verizon Wireless $96.08pd
43 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
44 Cherry Valley Hardware $38.55pd
45 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
46 Broadview Networks $140.13pd
47 Lisa Fassett $259.04pd
48 Postmaster $168.00pd
49 Gates Cole Associates $504.00pd
50 Cintas Corp. #121 $242.00pd
51 Otsego Telephone System $315.00pd
52 NYS Magistrates Association $140.00pd
53 Dorothy Johnson $351.30pd
54 Rury’s Food Store $147.01pd
55 Logical Net $17.95pd
56 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
57 Transcription Associates $722.70pd
58 Medical Arts Press $268.47pd
59 Quill Corp. $147.55pd
60 Paraco Gas $768.85pd
61 R.L. Parsons Inc. $2,124.03pd
62 Bassett Healthcare $22,340.42pd
63 William T. Ryan Associates $5,272.44pd
64 Mary Beth Flint $88.94pd
65 Road Runner Business Class $74.95pd
66 Verizon $188.62pd
67 National Grid $1,430.38pd
68 Casella Waste Services $56.51pd
69 Hummels Office Supply $17.09pd
70 NYS Retirement $21,350.00pd
71 Excellus BC/BS Gen. Dental $222.47pd
72 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
73 Excellus BC/BS Gen. Medical $1,504.47pd
74 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Health $4,209.11pd
75 Coca Cola Enterprises $220.32pd
76 Williamson Law Book Co. $39.80pd
77 Paraco Gas $776.84pd
78 Postmaster $38.00pd
79 Gates Cole Associates $25,104.10pd
80 Public Goods Pool $767.00pd
81 Hughes Network Systems $86.59pd
82 Cherry Valley Facilities Corp. $86.59pd
83 Cherry Valley American Legion $450.00pd
84 Cherry Valley Historical Association $8,900.00pd
85 Susan Miller $330.00pd
86 Cherry Valley Library $7,900pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 3 (9-24)
Item 4 (3-6)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of November 2008 is $5,294.77.
Updates:
Community Center:
Revenue for Jan was $158 and Expenses were $8,105.
Biddy Basketball is winding down for the season
The Opera has contacted Mary Beth to rent the space for the summer season
Miscellaneous Information:
Williamson Law Book Company Town Clerk Software installation
Town Justice contact procedure review and recommendations. The public needs to be able to make contact with the Justices and the Justices need to reply to the public in regards to questions regarding Court procedures, payment and or questions about traffic violations, etc.
Motion made by Supervisor Garretson to move the Town Board meeting for May 14th 2009 to May 21, 2009 seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Motion carried.
Health Center:
Revenue for Jan $28,476 and Expenses for Jan was $30,398
Town Facilities:
William T. Ryan Associates to complete new board room by 12/31/2009
Community Facilities Corp:
Mr. Dubben inquired about extra blacktop to complete parking lot
Village:
Joint board meeting invite for 7PM on March 16th at Village Office
Art Works to lease part of the old village hall
SMSI Grant review-Not pursuing grant at this time
Village owned garbage pickup service being reviewed
Town and Village board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Councilperson Cornwell inquired about the study to merge the Town and the village.
Visitor’s Center:
Foit-Albert meeting on 01-29-09
DOT use of occupancy permit has been approved-dated 02-01-09. Funding is in place for the center.
Highway Department:
Ed had a meeting with Eric Snow from Burr Truck
1.5 yard dumpster usage reviewed
Rabies clinic scheduled for September 15th from 6-8PM
Federal/State/County:
Board of Elections has been notified regarding the two new councilperson positions
One 4 year term
One 2 year un-expired term
County rep Sam Dubben reported sales tax revenue is down. A penalty was paid to MOSA b/c the counties garbage tonnage is down as well.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Meeting minutes presented to the Town Clerk. Committee discussed a feasibility study of adjacent landowner to potential turbine owners. Supervisor Garretson felt the meeting went well. Mark Cornwell stressed Town and Village residents need to be kept informed.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig stated the list of Towns who have banned turbines should be included in the Alternative/Energy Committee’s list of Towns who have turbines as well. Mr. Minnig also inquired about the list of landowners being public information and requests a copy of the list. Mr. Minnig also asked how much of the Community Center do we heat? He also commented the newly paved Center Road is excellent.
Lynn Marsh asked who is in charge of the Dumpster area? She also commented the steps are in need of repair. Ms. Marsh inquired if the Town abandoned the road across from Paul Solomon’s land. Can a portion of Porath road be considered abandoned as well?
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Johnson meeting adjourned at 7:56PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the January 2009 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as presented.
Bills for the month of January 2009 are presented:
38 Standard Security Life Insurance $53.40pd
39 Thomas Garretson $8.40pd
40 Susquehanna SPCA $77.00pd
41 Cordia Communications $106.51pd
42 Verizon Wireless $96.08pd
43 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
44 Cherry Valley Hardware $38.55pd
45 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
46 Broadview Networks $140.13pd
47 Lisa Fassett $259.04pd
48 Postmaster $168.00pd
49 Gates Cole Associates $504.00pd
50 Cintas Corp. #121 $242.00pd
51 Otsego Telephone System $315.00pd
52 NYS Magistrates Association $140.00pd
53 Dorothy Johnson $351.30pd
54 Rury’s Food Store $147.01pd
55 Logical Net $17.95pd
56 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
57 Transcription Associates $722.70pd
58 Medical Arts Press $268.47pd
59 Quill Corp. $147.55pd
60 Paraco Gas $768.85pd
61 R.L. Parsons Inc. $2,124.03pd
62 Bassett Healthcare $22,340.42pd
63 William T. Ryan Associates $5,272.44pd
64 Mary Beth Flint $88.94pd
65 Road Runner Business Class $74.95pd
66 Verizon $188.62pd
67 National Grid $1,430.38pd
68 Casella Waste Services $56.51pd
69 Hummels Office Supply $17.09pd
70 NYS Retirement $21,350.00pd
71 Excellus BC/BS Gen. Dental $222.47pd
72 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
73 Excellus BC/BS Gen. Medical $1,504.47pd
74 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Health $4,209.11pd
75 Coca Cola Enterprises $220.32pd
76 Williamson Law Book Co. $39.80pd
77 Paraco Gas $776.84pd
78 Postmaster $38.00pd
79 Gates Cole Associates $25,104.10pd
80 Public Goods Pool $767.00pd
81 Hughes Network Systems $86.59pd
82 Cherry Valley Facilities Corp. $86.59pd
83 Cherry Valley American Legion $450.00pd
84 Cherry Valley Historical Association $8,900.00pd
85 Susan Miller $330.00pd
86 Cherry Valley Library $7,900pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 3 (9-24)
Item 4 (3-6)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of November 2008 is $5,294.77.
Updates:
Community Center:
Revenue for Jan was $158 and Expenses were $8,105.
Biddy Basketball is winding down for the season
The Opera has contacted Mary Beth to rent the space for the summer season
Miscellaneous Information:
Williamson Law Book Company Town Clerk Software installation
Town Justice contact procedure review and recommendations. The public needs to be able to make contact with the Justices and the Justices need to reply to the public in regards to questions regarding Court procedures, payment and or questions about traffic violations, etc.
Motion made by Supervisor Garretson to move the Town Board meeting for May 14th 2009 to May 21, 2009 seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Motion carried.
Health Center:
Revenue for Jan $28,476 and Expenses for Jan was $30,398
Town Facilities:
William T. Ryan Associates to complete new board room by 12/31/2009
Community Facilities Corp:
Mr. Dubben inquired about extra blacktop to complete parking lot
Village:
Joint board meeting invite for 7PM on March 16th at Village Office
Art Works to lease part of the old village hall
SMSI Grant review-Not pursuing grant at this time
Village owned garbage pickup service being reviewed
Town and Village board minutes online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Councilperson Cornwell inquired about the study to merge the Town and the village.
Visitor’s Center:
Foit-Albert meeting on 01-29-09
DOT use of occupancy permit has been approved-dated 02-01-09. Funding is in place for the center.
Highway Department:
Ed had a meeting with Eric Snow from Burr Truck
1.5 yard dumpster usage reviewed
Rabies clinic scheduled for September 15th from 6-8PM
Federal/State/County:
Board of Elections has been notified regarding the two new councilperson positions
One 4 year term
One 2 year un-expired term
County rep Sam Dubben reported sales tax revenue is down. A penalty was paid to MOSA b/c the counties garbage tonnage is down as well.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Meeting minutes presented to the Town Clerk. Committee discussed a feasibility study of adjacent landowner to potential turbine owners. Supervisor Garretson felt the meeting went well. Mark Cornwell stressed Town and Village residents need to be kept informed.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig stated the list of Towns who have banned turbines should be included in the Alternative/Energy Committee’s list of Towns who have turbines as well. Mr. Minnig also inquired about the list of landowners being public information and requests a copy of the list. Mr. Minnig also asked how much of the Community Center do we heat? He also commented the newly paved Center Road is excellent.
Lynn Marsh asked who is in charge of the Dumpster area? She also commented the steps are in need of repair. Ms. Marsh inquired if the Town abandoned the road across from Paul Solomon’s land. Can a portion of Porath road be considered abandoned as well?
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Johnson meeting adjourned at 7:56PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Saturday, February 14, 2009
TB Meeting January 08, 2009
The regular meeting of the Town of Cherry Valley Town Board was held on Thursday January 08, 2009 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag said.
Roll Call was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerwerker Highway Superintendent Excused
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the December 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as read.
Bills for the month of January are presented:
01 Broadview Networks $109.83pd
02 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
03 William T. Ryan Associates $1,229.66pd
04 Transcription Associates $800.85pd
05 Paraco Gas $76.68pd
06 Cherry Valley Hardware $33.44pd
07 Rural Business Service $250.00pd
08 Cordia Communications $106.46pd
09 Cintas Corp. #121 $193.60pd
10 The Daily Star $31.50pd
11 R.L. Parsons Inc. $1,460.26pd
12 Gruver, Zweifel and Scott, LLP $3,000pd
13 Verizon Wireless $95.76pd
14 Logical Net $17.95pd
15 The Freeman’s Journal $37.24pd
16 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
17 Hummel’s Office Plus $159.70pd
18 Susquehanna SPCA $77.00pd
19 Jaird Johnson $26.50pd
20 Postmaster $48.00pd
21 Public Goods Pool $453.00pd
22 Road Runner Business Class $74.95pd
23 National Grid $1,359.98pd
24 Paraco Gas $721.77pd
25 Verizon $214.46pd
26 Bassett Healthcare $21,419.54pd
27 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $222.47pd
28 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
29 Utica Business Park General Medical $1,504.47pd
30 Utica Business Park Hwy Hlth $4,209.11pd
31 Paraco Gas $103.39pd
32 Owens Wadkins $54.00pd
33 Barry Haig $90.00pd
34 Casella Waste Services $57.94pd
35 Mercury Media Group $18.80pd
36 Hughes Net Systems $86.59pd
37 Broadview Networks $86.81pd
Highway Vouchers
Item 3 (1-08)
Item 4 (1&2)
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson second by Councilperson Cornwell to pay the bills as presented. 3 yes 0 no motion carried.
Town share of monthly sales tax collected for the month of October 2008 is $4,334.53.
Community Center/Alden Field:
Revenue for December 2008 is $270 and Expenses are $3,964.
Revenue for 2008 is $8,529 and Expenses are $41,356
Youth commission meeting will be set up in the near future.
Miscellaneous information:
Town to offer health/dental insurance rates to the Cherry Valley Volunteer Fire Department members. Any Fire Department member wishing to take advantage of the current rates offered to Town employees will pay their own premiums. The Town will not pay for their premiums.
Health Center:
· Revenue for December 2008 is $41,150 and Expenses are $32,639.
· Revenue for 2008 is $397,316 and Expenses are $399,887.
· Councilperson Cornwell asked if the next audit could be done by a cheaper auditor.
Town Facilities:
· The new door in the future Town Board meeting room has been installed.
Community Facilities Corporation. There was no meeting in December.
Village:
Monthly Meeting Minutes are online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Joint board meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 21 @ 7:00PM in the Village/Town Clerks’ office.
Visitor Center:
Foit-Albert will conduct an environmental assessment of property.
Resolution 2009-3 Intention of the Town to build a Visitor Center.
Planning Board. No meeting in December.
Highway Department:
Plans are to order new truck for delivery in late 2009.
Federal/State/County:
No report available
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee: Report given by Mark Cornwell, chairman. The committee met on Tuesday, January 2, 2009. Discussion held regarding hosting an information meeting on gas drilling. They hope to have Erik Miller come and speak. Supervisor Garretson has asked that the committee be utilized for any future wind projects to come before the Town.
RESOLUTION 2009-2
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Amendment to change the Snow and Ice Agreement signed on November 8th 2007
Whereas, due to the severity of the winter and the high cost of fuel during the 2007/2008 season, this municipality request that the Municipal Snow and Ice agreement estimated expenditure be revised to reflect the additional lane miles of state roads that were plowed and or treated during the aforementioned season, and the additional costs associated with the high fuel prices, and
Whereas, all terms and conditions of the original contract extension remain in effect except the original estimated expenditure of $34,990.54 will have an additional adjustment of $21,447.68 for a revised estimated expenditure of $56,438.21, and
Now, therefore be it resolved, this board authorizes Thomas Garretson-Supervisor to enter into amendment B which will adjust the 2007/2008 snow and ice contract for a revised payment factor with the New York State Department of Transportation.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-2, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. A roll call vote is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes, 3 yes 0 no. Motion Carried.
Annual Organizational meeting called to order at 7:40pm by Supervisor Garretson.
Annual Organizational Meeting of the Cherry Valley Town Board
January 2009
The Town Board Meetings will be called to order at 7:00 pm, and will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month. If the second Thursday falls on a holiday, it will be held on the 3rd Thursday. Board members will begin review of the invoices no later then 6:30 pm on the night of the town board meeting.
96 hours prior notice will be allowed to the Supervisor, for consideration of a topic or presentation to appear on the monthly town board meeting agenda.
The Rules of Procedure for the monthly Town Board meeting are as follows:
Call to Order
Pledge to the Flag
Roll Call of Officers
Minutes of the last monthly meeting
Presentation of invoices and payments
Monthly information to the Town Clerk
Updates and New Business:
Community Center / Alden Fields and Park
Misc Information
Health Center
Town Facilities
Community Facilities Corp
Village
Visitor Center
Planning Board
Highway Department
Federal / State / County
Land Use Committee
Alternative / Renewable Energy Committee
Questions, Comments and Concerns from the public will be entertained prior to the board meeting adjournment. There will be a 2 minute limit per speaker.
The Budget Officer is authorized to pay employees, insurance, utility, communication and any other due invoices prior to the review and approval of the town board.
The Budget Officer will document and produce all invoices, paid and unpaid, for town board audit review and approval.
The adopted 2009 budget for the town is $ 1,411,176.
The adopted 2009 tax levy for the town is $ 709,020.
The Town Clerk will provide the Supervisor with 2 sealed copies of adopted resolutions.
The following positions have been reappointed for 2009
Town Health Officer Maureen Kuhn
Registrar of Vital Statistics Mary Beth Flint
The following positions have been reappointed and /or reemployed for 2009
Town Attorney Lynn Green $6150
Town Assessor Kassandra Cade Lymon $8450
Dog Control Officer Jarid Johnson $3250
Town Historian Susan Miller $330
Town Tax Collector Dorothy Johnson $2350
Community Center Director Mary Beth Flint $3250
Community Center Custodian Bob Loucks $3900
Town Facilities Cleaner Lisa Fassett – per hour $11.00
Health Center Office Secretary Dayle Barra $22,880
Health Center Office Manager Sue Schaffer $27,560
Town Highway Employees per hour $14.50
Court Clerks per hour $10.00
Part Time Employees per hour $11.00
Town Highway Overtime per hour $21.75
The following are elected positions for 2009
Town Supervisor / Town Budget Officer Tom Garretson $11,550
Town Clerk Mary Beth Flint $9850
Town Councilperson Jim Johnson $2750
Town Councilperson Mark Cornwell $2750
Town Superintendent of Highways Ed Vanderwerker $44,000
Town Justice Fredy Herr $8950
Town Justice Deb Whiteman $8950
The following institutions and organizations will receive monetary contributions in 2009
Cherry Valley American Legion $450
Cherry Valley Library $7900
Cherry Valley Museum $8900
The Official Town newspapers will be The Freeman’s Journal, The Richfield Mercury, The Daily Star, and The Cooperstown Crier.
The Official Town Bank will be the Cherry Valley branch of NBT
Town business travel reimbursement will be $0.50 per mile
A Petty Cash fund in the amount of $200 is granted to the Town Clerk.
A Petty Cash fund in the amount of $200 is granted to the Superintendent of Highways
The Superintendent of Highways is authorized to purchase equipment and replacement parts prior to the review and approval of the town board, not to exceed $2000.
The Superintendent of Highways will provide the Supervisor with overtime hours per highway employee, no later then 4pm on the Wednesday of the payroll week.
The Board of Assessment Review will consist of the following town board appointed individuals with terms expiring on the following month and year
Edward Harvey September - 2011
Brian Haig September - 2012
Louis Guido September - 2013
The Town Planning Board will consist of the following town board appointed individuals with terms expiring on the following month and year
Elizabeth Plymell September - 2009
Leonard Press September - 2010
Marion Holmes September - 2011
Edward Garretson September - 2012
Walter Buist September - 2013
Russell V. Flint September - 2014
Carolyn Minich September - 2015
The following will be Town Board Goals for 2009
Ed Vanderwerker – continue to develop an effective and efficient working relationship between the town highway department and village services.
Jim Johnson – complete land use regulations and then become a town board representative on the visitor center committee.
Mark Cornwell – research the concept of a town supported wind energy project
Mary Beth Flint – complete installation and training of Williamson Town Clerk Software and monitor the progress and completion of the new town board meeting room
Tom Garretson – provide support to all the board members and the 2009 goals
The attached employee benefit package has been updated for 2009
Vacation
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
2 weeks for 1 to 10 years of service
3 weeks for 10 to 20 years of service
4 weeks for 20 or more years of service
12 Holidays
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
New Year's Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Holidays may be used on a floating basis as needed.
Columbus Day
Election Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Eve Afternoon
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve Afternoon
Christmas Day
Birthday or equivalent day off
Personal Days
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
5 days per year - no annual carry over
Sick Days
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
10 days per year - maximum annual carry over of 180 days
Medical Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
Employee pays 20% for the first 6 months - after 6 months the Town pays 100%
Annual Individual Plan: package # 021 and contract type 12
Annual Sub-Family Plan: package # 021 and contract type 13
Annual Full-Family Plan: package # 021 and contract type 14
Unemployment Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
Town sends payment quarterly with form: NYS-45 to the state
Disability / Compensation Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
Town sends payment quarterly with form: E06160-000 to standard security life insurance
State Retirement
Employee and Town
On date of hire
Employee contributions per request and Town contribution of 3% of salary after enrollment
Dental Coverage
Town of Cherry Valley
Employee pays 20% for the first 6 months - after 6 months the Town pays 100%
Annual Individual Plan: package # D1
Annual Family Plan: package # D2
RESOLUTION 2009-1
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
WHEREAS: by state law an annual organizational meeting should be held as soon as possible after the new year begins, or as part of the first regularly scheduled monthly board meeting of the new year, and
WHEREAS: by state law the annual organizational meeting information is required to be presented and available to the public, and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: The Annual Organizational Meeting of the Town of Cherry Valley has been conducted, and the annual organizational information will be available to the public upon request of the Town Clerk.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-1 seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. A roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, 3 yes and 0 no.
Motion carried.
Questions and comments are heard by the public present:
Andy Minnig requested to see the organizational meeting outline.
Wolfgang Welter asked how the Town is coming with the windmills.
There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Councilperson Johnson and seconded by Councilperson Cornwell.
Meeting adjourned at 8:06pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint
Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town of Cherry Valley Town Board was held on Thursday January 08, 2009 with meeting called to order at 7:00PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag said.
Roll Call was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerwerker Highway Superintendent Excused
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the December 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as read.
Bills for the month of January are presented:
01 Broadview Networks $109.83pd
02 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
03 William T. Ryan Associates $1,229.66pd
04 Transcription Associates $800.85pd
05 Paraco Gas $76.68pd
06 Cherry Valley Hardware $33.44pd
07 Rural Business Service $250.00pd
08 Cordia Communications $106.46pd
09 Cintas Corp. #121 $193.60pd
10 The Daily Star $31.50pd
11 R.L. Parsons Inc. $1,460.26pd
12 Gruver, Zweifel and Scott, LLP $3,000pd
13 Verizon Wireless $95.76pd
14 Logical Net $17.95pd
15 The Freeman’s Journal $37.24pd
16 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
17 Hummel’s Office Plus $159.70pd
18 Susquehanna SPCA $77.00pd
19 Jaird Johnson $26.50pd
20 Postmaster $48.00pd
21 Public Goods Pool $453.00pd
22 Road Runner Business Class $74.95pd
23 National Grid $1,359.98pd
24 Paraco Gas $721.77pd
25 Verizon $214.46pd
26 Bassett Healthcare $21,419.54pd
27 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $222.47pd
28 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $231.72pd
29 Utica Business Park General Medical $1,504.47pd
30 Utica Business Park Hwy Hlth $4,209.11pd
31 Paraco Gas $103.39pd
32 Owens Wadkins $54.00pd
33 Barry Haig $90.00pd
34 Casella Waste Services $57.94pd
35 Mercury Media Group $18.80pd
36 Hughes Net Systems $86.59pd
37 Broadview Networks $86.81pd
Highway Vouchers
Item 3 (1-08)
Item 4 (1&2)
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson second by Councilperson Cornwell to pay the bills as presented. 3 yes 0 no motion carried.
Town share of monthly sales tax collected for the month of October 2008 is $4,334.53.
Community Center/Alden Field:
Revenue for December 2008 is $270 and Expenses are $3,964.
Revenue for 2008 is $8,529 and Expenses are $41,356
Youth commission meeting will be set up in the near future.
Miscellaneous information:
Town to offer health/dental insurance rates to the Cherry Valley Volunteer Fire Department members. Any Fire Department member wishing to take advantage of the current rates offered to Town employees will pay their own premiums. The Town will not pay for their premiums.
Health Center:
· Revenue for December 2008 is $41,150 and Expenses are $32,639.
· Revenue for 2008 is $397,316 and Expenses are $399,887.
· Councilperson Cornwell asked if the next audit could be done by a cheaper auditor.
Town Facilities:
· The new door in the future Town Board meeting room has been installed.
Community Facilities Corporation. There was no meeting in December.
Village:
Monthly Meeting Minutes are online @ cherryvalleyny.us
Joint board meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 21 @ 7:00PM in the Village/Town Clerks’ office.
Visitor Center:
Foit-Albert will conduct an environmental assessment of property.
Resolution 2009-3 Intention of the Town to build a Visitor Center.
Planning Board. No meeting in December.
Highway Department:
Plans are to order new truck for delivery in late 2009.
Federal/State/County:
No report available
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee: Report given by Mark Cornwell, chairman. The committee met on Tuesday, January 2, 2009. Discussion held regarding hosting an information meeting on gas drilling. They hope to have Erik Miller come and speak. Supervisor Garretson has asked that the committee be utilized for any future wind projects to come before the Town.
RESOLUTION 2009-2
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Amendment to change the Snow and Ice Agreement signed on November 8th 2007
Whereas, due to the severity of the winter and the high cost of fuel during the 2007/2008 season, this municipality request that the Municipal Snow and Ice agreement estimated expenditure be revised to reflect the additional lane miles of state roads that were plowed and or treated during the aforementioned season, and the additional costs associated with the high fuel prices, and
Whereas, all terms and conditions of the original contract extension remain in effect except the original estimated expenditure of $34,990.54 will have an additional adjustment of $21,447.68 for a revised estimated expenditure of $56,438.21, and
Now, therefore be it resolved, this board authorizes Thomas Garretson-Supervisor to enter into amendment B which will adjust the 2007/2008 snow and ice contract for a revised payment factor with the New York State Department of Transportation.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-2, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. A roll call vote is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes, 3 yes 0 no. Motion Carried.
Annual Organizational meeting called to order at 7:40pm by Supervisor Garretson.
Annual Organizational Meeting of the Cherry Valley Town Board
January 2009
The Town Board Meetings will be called to order at 7:00 pm, and will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month. If the second Thursday falls on a holiday, it will be held on the 3rd Thursday. Board members will begin review of the invoices no later then 6:30 pm on the night of the town board meeting.
96 hours prior notice will be allowed to the Supervisor, for consideration of a topic or presentation to appear on the monthly town board meeting agenda.
The Rules of Procedure for the monthly Town Board meeting are as follows:
Call to Order
Pledge to the Flag
Roll Call of Officers
Minutes of the last monthly meeting
Presentation of invoices and payments
Monthly information to the Town Clerk
Updates and New Business:
Community Center / Alden Fields and Park
Misc Information
Health Center
Town Facilities
Community Facilities Corp
Village
Visitor Center
Planning Board
Highway Department
Federal / State / County
Land Use Committee
Alternative / Renewable Energy Committee
Questions, Comments and Concerns from the public will be entertained prior to the board meeting adjournment. There will be a 2 minute limit per speaker.
The Budget Officer is authorized to pay employees, insurance, utility, communication and any other due invoices prior to the review and approval of the town board.
The Budget Officer will document and produce all invoices, paid and unpaid, for town board audit review and approval.
The adopted 2009 budget for the town is $ 1,411,176.
The adopted 2009 tax levy for the town is $ 709,020.
The Town Clerk will provide the Supervisor with 2 sealed copies of adopted resolutions.
The following positions have been reappointed for 2009
Town Health Officer Maureen Kuhn
Registrar of Vital Statistics Mary Beth Flint
The following positions have been reappointed and /or reemployed for 2009
Town Attorney Lynn Green $6150
Town Assessor Kassandra Cade Lymon $8450
Dog Control Officer Jarid Johnson $3250
Town Historian Susan Miller $330
Town Tax Collector Dorothy Johnson $2350
Community Center Director Mary Beth Flint $3250
Community Center Custodian Bob Loucks $3900
Town Facilities Cleaner Lisa Fassett – per hour $11.00
Health Center Office Secretary Dayle Barra $22,880
Health Center Office Manager Sue Schaffer $27,560
Town Highway Employees per hour $14.50
Court Clerks per hour $10.00
Part Time Employees per hour $11.00
Town Highway Overtime per hour $21.75
The following are elected positions for 2009
Town Supervisor / Town Budget Officer Tom Garretson $11,550
Town Clerk Mary Beth Flint $9850
Town Councilperson Jim Johnson $2750
Town Councilperson Mark Cornwell $2750
Town Superintendent of Highways Ed Vanderwerker $44,000
Town Justice Fredy Herr $8950
Town Justice Deb Whiteman $8950
The following institutions and organizations will receive monetary contributions in 2009
Cherry Valley American Legion $450
Cherry Valley Library $7900
Cherry Valley Museum $8900
The Official Town newspapers will be The Freeman’s Journal, The Richfield Mercury, The Daily Star, and The Cooperstown Crier.
The Official Town Bank will be the Cherry Valley branch of NBT
Town business travel reimbursement will be $0.50 per mile
A Petty Cash fund in the amount of $200 is granted to the Town Clerk.
A Petty Cash fund in the amount of $200 is granted to the Superintendent of Highways
The Superintendent of Highways is authorized to purchase equipment and replacement parts prior to the review and approval of the town board, not to exceed $2000.
The Superintendent of Highways will provide the Supervisor with overtime hours per highway employee, no later then 4pm on the Wednesday of the payroll week.
The Board of Assessment Review will consist of the following town board appointed individuals with terms expiring on the following month and year
Edward Harvey September - 2011
Brian Haig September - 2012
Louis Guido September - 2013
The Town Planning Board will consist of the following town board appointed individuals with terms expiring on the following month and year
Elizabeth Plymell September - 2009
Leonard Press September - 2010
Marion Holmes September - 2011
Edward Garretson September - 2012
Walter Buist September - 2013
Russell V. Flint September - 2014
Carolyn Minich September - 2015
The following will be Town Board Goals for 2009
Ed Vanderwerker – continue to develop an effective and efficient working relationship between the town highway department and village services.
Jim Johnson – complete land use regulations and then become a town board representative on the visitor center committee.
Mark Cornwell – research the concept of a town supported wind energy project
Mary Beth Flint – complete installation and training of Williamson Town Clerk Software and monitor the progress and completion of the new town board meeting room
Tom Garretson – provide support to all the board members and the 2009 goals
The attached employee benefit package has been updated for 2009
Vacation
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
2 weeks for 1 to 10 years of service
3 weeks for 10 to 20 years of service
4 weeks for 20 or more years of service
12 Holidays
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
New Year's Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Holidays may be used on a floating basis as needed.
Columbus Day
Election Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Eve Afternoon
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve Afternoon
Christmas Day
Birthday or equivalent day off
Personal Days
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
5 days per year - no annual carry over
Sick Days
Town of Cherry Valley
Pro-rated for the first year
10 days per year - maximum annual carry over of 180 days
Medical Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
Employee pays 20% for the first 6 months - after 6 months the Town pays 100%
Annual Individual Plan: package # 021 and contract type 12
Annual Sub-Family Plan: package # 021 and contract type 13
Annual Full-Family Plan: package # 021 and contract type 14
Unemployment Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
Town sends payment quarterly with form: NYS-45 to the state
Disability / Compensation Insurance
Town of Cherry Valley
On date of hire
Town sends payment quarterly with form: E06160-000 to standard security life insurance
State Retirement
Employee and Town
On date of hire
Employee contributions per request and Town contribution of 3% of salary after enrollment
Dental Coverage
Town of Cherry Valley
Employee pays 20% for the first 6 months - after 6 months the Town pays 100%
Annual Individual Plan: package # D1
Annual Family Plan: package # D2
RESOLUTION 2009-1
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
WHEREAS: by state law an annual organizational meeting should be held as soon as possible after the new year begins, or as part of the first regularly scheduled monthly board meeting of the new year, and
WHEREAS: by state law the annual organizational meeting information is required to be presented and available to the public, and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: The Annual Organizational Meeting of the Town of Cherry Valley has been conducted, and the annual organizational information will be available to the public upon request of the Town Clerk.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2009-1 seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. A roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, 3 yes and 0 no.
Motion carried.
Questions and comments are heard by the public present:
Andy Minnig requested to see the organizational meeting outline.
Wolfgang Welter asked how the Town is coming with the windmills.
There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Councilperson Johnson and seconded by Councilperson Cornwell.
Meeting adjourned at 8:06pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint
Town Clerk
TB Meeting December 11, 2008
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:10PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent Excused
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the November 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of December 2008 are presented:
451 Vantage Equipment, LLC $119,219.09pd
452 Postmaster $38.00pd
453 Time Warner Cable-Business Class $69.95pd
454 Broadview Networks $434.79pd
455 Thompson Electric and Plumbing $1,309.64pd
456 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
457 Verizon Wireless $97.81pd
458 US Postal Service $1,422.60pd
459 Transcription Associates $727.65pd
460 Cordia Communications $106.46pd
461 Cherry Valley Hardware $64.72pd
462 Cintas Corp. $239.15pd
463 The Freeman’s Journal $31.54pd
464 The Daily Star $27.45pd
465 R.L. Parsons Inc. $212.68pd
466 Quill Corp. $154.89pd
467 Medical Arts Press $26.66pd
468 Michelle Schmitt $146.53pd
469 Charles F. Culbert $120.00pd
470 National Grid $1,084.83pd
471 Logical Net $17.95pd
472 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
473 NBT Bank $7,280.00pd
474 Casella Waste Services $59.25pd
475 Bassett Healthcare $22,217.43pd
476 William T. Ryan Assoc. $745.27pd
477 Road Runner, LLC $74.95pd
478 Verizon $197.68pd
479 Medical Arts $88.77pd
480 Quill Corp. $136.86pd
481 Smile Makers $315.61pd
482 Rury’s Food Store $146.13pd
483 Mercury Media $44.00pd
484 The Association of Towns of the State of NY $700.00pd
485 Otsego County Assessors $30.00pd
486 Fredy A. Herr $152.01pd
487 Hummel’s Office Plus $260.48pd
488 Ikon Office Solutions $66.32pd
489 Hughes Network $86.59pd
490 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $188.88pd
491 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $256.06pd
492 Excellus BC/BS Hw Health $1,789.46pd
493 Excellus BC/BS General Health $2,077.72pd
494 Broadview Networks $296.04pd
495 Public Goods Pool $352.00pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (32)
Item 3 (164-182)
Item 4 (20-21)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
DCO reports for the months of September/October.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of November 2008 is $4,472.41.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Nothing new to report. Revenue for November: $1,130. Expenses for November $2,128.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Health insurance rate increase of slightly over 1%
Dental insurance rate to stay the same
Health Center:
Revenue for November $28,494. Expenses for November $32,082.
Deposit recently made is for $14,000.
Village:
Lafler building renovations taking place
Oranges and chocolates will be handed out on Christmas Eve.
Visitor’s Center:
Architect/Engineering firm has been finalized. Architect will be Foit-Albert Associates.
Planning Board report: No report available
Highway Department: No report available
Federal/Sate/County: No report available
Land Use Committee report given by Jim Johnson: Walter will be drawing up the Draft Document to present to the Town Board.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report given by Mark Cornwell. Committee met briefly in December to discuss submitting a comment document to the NYDEC Scope Comments Bureau. There will need to be a public meeting regarding gas drilling with diverse speakers.
Community Facilities Corp report given by Jim Johnson: November meeting was cancelled due to Thanksgiving.
Resolution # 2008-8
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Comments to NYSDEC on Gas Well Drilling Regulations
(Due to the length of this document it can be seen in its entirety at the Town Clerks Office)
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adopt Resolution #2008-8 Comments on Draft Scope, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-8 is duly carried. Certified copies need to be sent to NYS Department of State Office of Assembly, NYS Senate and the Governor’s Office as well as a copy to Supervisor Garretson and Town Attorney, Lynn Green.
Supervisor Garretson went over some goals for 2009:
Highway Superintendent to look into a new truck for the Highway Department.
Work with the Village when needed
Land use committee should be finalized with a Land Use Document
Williamson Law Book Software purchased for Town Clerk
Community Center locker room renovations being completed in 2009
Revisit a wind project for East Hill. Supervisor Garretson will be meeting with landowners and Town residents.
Supervisor Garretson will be working closely with the Alternative /Renewable Energy Committee regarding a Wind Project.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Barb Perry asked why the Town had 3 audits for the 2008 year. Supervisor Garretson explained these audits were performed for 2005, 2006 and 2007 for the Health Center to be in compliance with Medicare policy.
Mrs. Perry also inquired about the Visitor Center. Who is the targeted audience and who will be incurring the expenses to run the facility?
Any Minnig asked Supervisor Garretson for the estimates for the Community Center Expenses and Revenues. Mr. Minnig also asked for clarification from Supervisor Garretson regarding revisiting the Wind Farm in Cherry Valley or specifically for East Hill?
Wolfgang Welter asked if there is currently an ordinance in place for private property owners installing their own windmill?
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:08PM.
Respectfully submitted
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:10PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent Excused
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the November 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of December 2008 are presented:
451 Vantage Equipment, LLC $119,219.09pd
452 Postmaster $38.00pd
453 Time Warner Cable-Business Class $69.95pd
454 Broadview Networks $434.79pd
455 Thompson Electric and Plumbing $1,309.64pd
456 Rural Business Services $250.00pd
457 Verizon Wireless $97.81pd
458 US Postal Service $1,422.60pd
459 Transcription Associates $727.65pd
460 Cordia Communications $106.46pd
461 Cherry Valley Hardware $64.72pd
462 Cintas Corp. $239.15pd
463 The Freeman’s Journal $31.54pd
464 The Daily Star $27.45pd
465 R.L. Parsons Inc. $212.68pd
466 Quill Corp. $154.89pd
467 Medical Arts Press $26.66pd
468 Michelle Schmitt $146.53pd
469 Charles F. Culbert $120.00pd
470 National Grid $1,084.83pd
471 Logical Net $17.95pd
472 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
473 NBT Bank $7,280.00pd
474 Casella Waste Services $59.25pd
475 Bassett Healthcare $22,217.43pd
476 William T. Ryan Assoc. $745.27pd
477 Road Runner, LLC $74.95pd
478 Verizon $197.68pd
479 Medical Arts $88.77pd
480 Quill Corp. $136.86pd
481 Smile Makers $315.61pd
482 Rury’s Food Store $146.13pd
483 Mercury Media $44.00pd
484 The Association of Towns of the State of NY $700.00pd
485 Otsego County Assessors $30.00pd
486 Fredy A. Herr $152.01pd
487 Hummel’s Office Plus $260.48pd
488 Ikon Office Solutions $66.32pd
489 Hughes Network $86.59pd
490 Excellus BC/BS Hwy Dental $188.88pd
491 Excellus BC/BS General Dental $256.06pd
492 Excellus BC/BS Hw Health $1,789.46pd
493 Excellus BC/BS General Health $2,077.72pd
494 Broadview Networks $296.04pd
495 Public Goods Pool $352.00pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (32)
Item 3 (164-182)
Item 4 (20-21)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
DCO reports for the months of September/October.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of November 2008 is $4,472.41.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Nothing new to report. Revenue for November: $1,130. Expenses for November $2,128.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Health insurance rate increase of slightly over 1%
Dental insurance rate to stay the same
Health Center:
Revenue for November $28,494. Expenses for November $32,082.
Deposit recently made is for $14,000.
Village:
Lafler building renovations taking place
Oranges and chocolates will be handed out on Christmas Eve.
Visitor’s Center:
Architect/Engineering firm has been finalized. Architect will be Foit-Albert Associates.
Planning Board report: No report available
Highway Department: No report available
Federal/Sate/County: No report available
Land Use Committee report given by Jim Johnson: Walter will be drawing up the Draft Document to present to the Town Board.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report given by Mark Cornwell. Committee met briefly in December to discuss submitting a comment document to the NYDEC Scope Comments Bureau. There will need to be a public meeting regarding gas drilling with diverse speakers.
Community Facilities Corp report given by Jim Johnson: November meeting was cancelled due to Thanksgiving.
Resolution # 2008-8
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Comments to NYSDEC on Gas Well Drilling Regulations
(Due to the length of this document it can be seen in its entirety at the Town Clerks Office)
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adopt Resolution #2008-8 Comments on Draft Scope, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-8 is duly carried. Certified copies need to be sent to NYS Department of State Office of Assembly, NYS Senate and the Governor’s Office as well as a copy to Supervisor Garretson and Town Attorney, Lynn Green.
Supervisor Garretson went over some goals for 2009:
Highway Superintendent to look into a new truck for the Highway Department.
Work with the Village when needed
Land use committee should be finalized with a Land Use Document
Williamson Law Book Software purchased for Town Clerk
Community Center locker room renovations being completed in 2009
Revisit a wind project for East Hill. Supervisor Garretson will be meeting with landowners and Town residents.
Supervisor Garretson will be working closely with the Alternative /Renewable Energy Committee regarding a Wind Project.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Barb Perry asked why the Town had 3 audits for the 2008 year. Supervisor Garretson explained these audits were performed for 2005, 2006 and 2007 for the Health Center to be in compliance with Medicare policy.
Mrs. Perry also inquired about the Visitor Center. Who is the targeted audience and who will be incurring the expenses to run the facility?
Any Minnig asked Supervisor Garretson for the estimates for the Community Center Expenses and Revenues. Mr. Minnig also asked for clarification from Supervisor Garretson regarding revisiting the Wind Farm in Cherry Valley or specifically for East Hill?
Wolfgang Welter asked if there is currently an ordinance in place for private property owners installing their own windmill?
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:08PM.
Respectfully submitted
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
TB Meeting November 13, 2008
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, November 13, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:07PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the October 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of November 2008 are presented:
451 R.H. Crown Co. Inc. $181.13
452 Ed VanDerwerker $18.98
453 Standard Security Life Ins. $1,288.56pd
454 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
455 Cherry Valley Hardware $30.03pd
456 R.L. Parsons Inc. $870.45pd
457 Medical Arts Press $151.98pd
458 Cintas Corp. $185.80pd
459 Logical Net $17.95pd
460 Verizon Wireless $94.52pd
461Vet’s Disposal $59.97pd
462 Robert James Co., Ins. $124.73pd
463 Susan Schaffer $4.80pd
464 Quill Corp. $204.17pd
465 Tanscription Associates $872.55pd
466 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
467 Kassandra Cade-Laymon $238.50pd
468 Paraco Gas $91.30pd
469 New York Public Goods Pool $333.00pd
470 National Grid $1,108.19pd
471 Ed VanDerwerker $36.99pd
472 Tri-County Communications $179.10pd
473 National Pastime $499.00pd
474 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
475 Verizon $218.20pd
476 Excellus BC/BS G-Dental $256.06pd
477 Excellus BC/BS H-Dental $231.72pd
478 Excellus BC/BS G-Hlth $2,077.72pd
479 Excellus BC/BS H-Hlth $3,731.97pd
480 Paraco Gas $295.73pd
481 Road Runner LLC Business Class $74.95pd
482 William T. Ryan Associates $1,323.17pd
483 Highmark Medicare Service $7,098.00pd
484 Postmaster $142.00pd
485 Susan Schaffer $4.80pd
486 Bassett Healthcare $35,842.64pd
487 Lisa Fassett $85.56pd
488 Hughes Network Systems $86.59pd
489 US Postal Service $243.60pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (29-31)
Item 3 (150-163)
Item 4 (19)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Correspondence from the law offices of Green & Green.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of August 2008 is $7,398.41.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: The winter schedule has begun with Scouts and the Biddy Basketball program. Men’s basketball continues on Wednesday evenings. Adult soccer has not begun due to any interest at this time. Revenue for Sept: $2,315. Expenses for Sept. $2,834. Mary Beth will ask Helen Stiles where the revenue from the concession stand goes.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Received a Thank You from Artworks for the Highway Departments work on the road leading up to the Kite fest.
Health Center: Sept. Revenue $27,988. Expenses for Sept. $52,978.
New patients are being accepted at the Health Center. Expenses were high due to 3 pay periods, $7,000 check to Medicare and 3 audits in one year
Village Department of public works has a new employee: David Hajczewski.
Visitor’s Center: Architect/Engineering firm selection pending with Foit-Albert Associates out of Albany.
Planning Board report given by Leonard Press. Nothing new to report with exception of a land query on Scopoletti Road.
Highway Department: Pay Loader has arrived. Supervisor Garretson asked Ed Vanderwerker, Highway Superintendent to check with the Town Highway employees about floating holiday.
Federal/Sate/County information given by Sam Dubben, County Representative: Workman’s Comp is down $7,800. Previous administration wanted the money in reserve, but current administration is not necessary to have this money in reserve.
Land Use Committee report given by Jim Johnson: Committee continues to meet. Last meeting was attended by Terry Bliss and Sam Wikoff from the County Planning Board.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report given by Mark Cornwell. Committee did not meet in November due to Election Day. The committee is planning on hosting an informational
Community Facilities Corp report given by Sam Dubben: There will be an informational meeting at the Café on November 19 @ 8:00PM regarding interest in extending the bus route for the Public Transportation provided by Bernie Bus Corp.
Resolution # 2008-7 November 13, 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Installment Bond for purchase of Volvo loader
WHEREAS: The Town of Cherry Valley has received delivery of a 2008 Volvo L90F Loader; and
WHEREAS: The purchase price of said loader is $119,219.09; and
WHEREAS: The Town of Cherry Valley will pay the supplier being Vantage Equipment the purchase price in full for sale and delivery of said loader; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The Town Board of the Town of Cherry Valley authorizes Thomas Garretson, Town Supervisor to obtain a Statutory Installment Bond in the amount of $119,219.09 for payment in full of said loader; and
NOW, FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED: The bond shall mature in five years from the date of issue and shall be paid in equal annual installments of $23,843.82 of principal plus accrued interest.
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adopt Resolution #2008-7, seconded by Councilperson Johnson. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-7 is duly carried.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Lynn Marsh still wondering what’s going on with the road signage and is the road going to be re-opened? She is considering putting a gate up on her property to stop vehicles from using the road. Her second question: Was the vacancy for the Community Center custodian posted?
Andy Minnig asked how the Town knows what we are going to receive from the State for General Fund revenue sharing.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:41PM.
Respectfully submitted-Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, November 13, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:07PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the October 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of November 2008 are presented:
451 R.H. Crown Co. Inc. $181.13
452 Ed VanDerwerker $18.98
453 Standard Security Life Ins. $1,288.56pd
454 Time Warner Cable Business Class $69.95pd
455 Cherry Valley Hardware $30.03pd
456 R.L. Parsons Inc. $870.45pd
457 Medical Arts Press $151.98pd
458 Cintas Corp. $185.80pd
459 Logical Net $17.95pd
460 Verizon Wireless $94.52pd
461Vet’s Disposal $59.97pd
462 Robert James Co., Ins. $124.73pd
463 Susan Schaffer $4.80pd
464 Quill Corp. $204.17pd
465 Tanscription Associates $872.55pd
466 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
467 Kassandra Cade-Laymon $238.50pd
468 Paraco Gas $91.30pd
469 New York Public Goods Pool $333.00pd
470 National Grid $1,108.19pd
471 Ed VanDerwerker $36.99pd
472 Tri-County Communications $179.10pd
473 National Pastime $499.00pd
474 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
475 Verizon $218.20pd
476 Excellus BC/BS G-Dental $256.06pd
477 Excellus BC/BS H-Dental $231.72pd
478 Excellus BC/BS G-Hlth $2,077.72pd
479 Excellus BC/BS H-Hlth $3,731.97pd
480 Paraco Gas $295.73pd
481 Road Runner LLC Business Class $74.95pd
482 William T. Ryan Associates $1,323.17pd
483 Highmark Medicare Service $7,098.00pd
484 Postmaster $142.00pd
485 Susan Schaffer $4.80pd
486 Bassett Healthcare $35,842.64pd
487 Lisa Fassett $85.56pd
488 Hughes Network Systems $86.59pd
489 US Postal Service $243.60pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (29-31)
Item 3 (150-163)
Item 4 (19)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Correspondence from the law offices of Green & Green.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of August 2008 is $7,398.41.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: The winter schedule has begun with Scouts and the Biddy Basketball program. Men’s basketball continues on Wednesday evenings. Adult soccer has not begun due to any interest at this time. Revenue for Sept: $2,315. Expenses for Sept. $2,834. Mary Beth will ask Helen Stiles where the revenue from the concession stand goes.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Received a Thank You from Artworks for the Highway Departments work on the road leading up to the Kite fest.
Health Center: Sept. Revenue $27,988. Expenses for Sept. $52,978.
New patients are being accepted at the Health Center. Expenses were high due to 3 pay periods, $7,000 check to Medicare and 3 audits in one year
Village Department of public works has a new employee: David Hajczewski.
Visitor’s Center: Architect/Engineering firm selection pending with Foit-Albert Associates out of Albany.
Planning Board report given by Leonard Press. Nothing new to report with exception of a land query on Scopoletti Road.
Highway Department: Pay Loader has arrived. Supervisor Garretson asked Ed Vanderwerker, Highway Superintendent to check with the Town Highway employees about floating holiday.
Federal/Sate/County information given by Sam Dubben, County Representative: Workman’s Comp is down $7,800. Previous administration wanted the money in reserve, but current administration is not necessary to have this money in reserve.
Land Use Committee report given by Jim Johnson: Committee continues to meet. Last meeting was attended by Terry Bliss and Sam Wikoff from the County Planning Board.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report given by Mark Cornwell. Committee did not meet in November due to Election Day. The committee is planning on hosting an informational
Community Facilities Corp report given by Sam Dubben: There will be an informational meeting at the Café on November 19 @ 8:00PM regarding interest in extending the bus route for the Public Transportation provided by Bernie Bus Corp.
Resolution # 2008-7 November 13, 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: Installment Bond for purchase of Volvo loader
WHEREAS: The Town of Cherry Valley has received delivery of a 2008 Volvo L90F Loader; and
WHEREAS: The purchase price of said loader is $119,219.09; and
WHEREAS: The Town of Cherry Valley will pay the supplier being Vantage Equipment the purchase price in full for sale and delivery of said loader; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The Town Board of the Town of Cherry Valley authorizes Thomas Garretson, Town Supervisor to obtain a Statutory Installment Bond in the amount of $119,219.09 for payment in full of said loader; and
NOW, FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED: The bond shall mature in five years from the date of issue and shall be paid in equal annual installments of $23,843.82 of principal plus accrued interest.
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adopt Resolution #2008-7, seconded by Councilperson Johnson. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-7 is duly carried.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Lynn Marsh still wondering what’s going on with the road signage and is the road going to be re-opened? She is considering putting a gate up on her property to stop vehicles from using the road. Her second question: Was the vacancy for the Community Center custodian posted?
Andy Minnig asked how the Town knows what we are going to receive from the State for General Fund revenue sharing.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:41PM.
Respectfully submitted-Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Saturday, November 15, 2008
TB Meeting October 09, 2008
TB Meeting October 09, 2008
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, October 09, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:03PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson A
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the September 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of October 2008 are presented:
415 Logical Net $17.95pd
416 Kassandra Cade-Laymon $215.00pd
417 Gruver, Zweifel and Scott, LLP $6,000pd
418 Cinta’s Corp. $185.80pd
419 The Daily Star $24.90pd
420 RL Parsons Inc. $300.00pd
421 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
422 Cherry Valley Hardware $237.41pd
423 Verizon Wireless $98.52pd
424 Keith McCarty $2,190pd
425 National Grid $1,122.03pd
426 Verizon $186.45pd
427 Calendars $24.07pd
428 Mercury Media Group $38.00pd
429 Cherry Valley Fireman’s Auxiliary $100.00pd
430 Mark Cornwell $160.00pd
431 The Penny saver $72.00pd
432 Road Runner LLC $74.95pd
433 Casella Waste Service $60.92pd
434 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
435 Bassett Healthcare $24,755pd
436 Excellus BC/BS-Hwy Dental $231.72pd
437 Excellus BC/BS-General Dental $256.06pd
438 Excellus BC/BS-Hwy Medical $3,731.97pd
439 Excellus BC/BS-General Medical $2,077.72pd
440 Rury’s Food Store $152.00pd
441 Transcription Associates $853.35pd
442 Hummel’s Office Plus $36.01pd
443 Susan Schaffer $22.67pd
444 NY Public Goods $587.00pd
445 Coca-Cola Enterprises $176.53pd
446 Hughes Net $86.59pd
447 Robert Jorgensen Jr. $200.00pd
448 Gates Cole Associates $154.00pd
449 RBS Inc. $250.00pd
450 Broadview Networks $195.97pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (25-28)
Item 3 (140-149)
Item 4 (18)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Supervisor Garretson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 2 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Thank you from the Firemen’s Auxiliary
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of July 2008 is $5,502.14.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Locks have been changed. Payment in full received from the Opera. Received partial payment from the WIC program.
Alden Field: Concession stand is very successful so far this season.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Williamson Town Clerk Software is still pending, however Supervisor Garretson believes this is the best software to go with.
Health Center:
August Revenue $28,681; Expenses $37,604.
Dayle Barra has been hired as Health Center Secretary and Sue Schaffer is promoted to Health Center Manager.
Village:
Ed Harvey appointed Village Trustee
Kelly Finch handed in his resignation
Town Facilities:
Paraco propane tanks installed at the Town Barn and Court Office.
New meeting room (old locker rooms) renovation proceeding
State grants (Deb Whiteman) to update/renovate court room
Visitor’s Center:
Fund raising campaign underway for operating expenses
DOT Real Estate Specialist, Jennifer Donlin working on property lease.
Highway Department:
Pay loader is being built and will be shipped within the next 10 days.
Land Use Committee:
Still reviewing sample Land Use documents from other Townships.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Councilman Johnson reported on the information meeting regarding Land Leases for Gas Drilling by Mr. Zaengle.
Resolution 2008-6 Snow and Ice-NYS DOT and Town of Cherry Valley
Proposed Action: Snow and Ice Agreement between NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley
Whereas, the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley have entered into agreement #D010680 entitled “Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley dated January 14th 1997, and
Whereas, the present term of the agreement as previously extended, expires June 30th 2008, and
Whereas, the said agreement provides for an annual update of the estimated expenditure to be determined by NYS DOT, and
Now, therefore be it resolved: The aforementioned Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and Town of Cherry Valley is hereby extended for a period of one year; now to expire on June 30th 2009, and
Further be it resolved: The indexed lump sum estimated expenditure of the aforementioned agreement shall be $3784.95 per lane mile for 12.6 lane miles for a total of $47690.38 for the 2006-2007 season and for the reminder of the term of the agreement, unless changed by a future update.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2008-6 Snow and Ice Agreement second by Supervisor Garretson. Roll Call vote is taken Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-absent. Resolution is duly carried.
There will be a public hearing for the 2009 Preliminary Budget for the Town of Cherry Valley on November 13 at 7:00 o’clock PM at the Town Barn, Main Street, Cherry Valley, New York.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig inquired about getting copies of the Budget. Also where are the renovations for the Court Room taking place? Mr. Minnig also has concerns that the Health Center is not accepting new clients and feels Town Residents should be able to use the facility.
Lynn Marsh asked the Highway Superintendent, Mr. Vanderwerker, how the Porath road situation with the missing sign is progressing?
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor Garretson meeting adjourned at 7:58PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, October 09, 2008 with meeting called to order at 7:03PM by Supervisor Garretson.
Pledge to the Flag was said.
Roll call of Officers was taken:
Tom Garretson Supervisor P
Mark Cornwell Councilperson A
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the September 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of October 2008 are presented:
415 Logical Net $17.95pd
416 Kassandra Cade-Laymon $215.00pd
417 Gruver, Zweifel and Scott, LLP $6,000pd
418 Cinta’s Corp. $185.80pd
419 The Daily Star $24.90pd
420 RL Parsons Inc. $300.00pd
421 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
422 Cherry Valley Hardware $237.41pd
423 Verizon Wireless $98.52pd
424 Keith McCarty $2,190pd
425 National Grid $1,122.03pd
426 Verizon $186.45pd
427 Calendars $24.07pd
428 Mercury Media Group $38.00pd
429 Cherry Valley Fireman’s Auxiliary $100.00pd
430 Mark Cornwell $160.00pd
431 The Penny saver $72.00pd
432 Road Runner LLC $74.95pd
433 Casella Waste Service $60.92pd
434 Ikon Financial Services $196.91pd
435 Bassett Healthcare $24,755pd
436 Excellus BC/BS-Hwy Dental $231.72pd
437 Excellus BC/BS-General Dental $256.06pd
438 Excellus BC/BS-Hwy Medical $3,731.97pd
439 Excellus BC/BS-General Medical $2,077.72pd
440 Rury’s Food Store $152.00pd
441 Transcription Associates $853.35pd
442 Hummel’s Office Plus $36.01pd
443 Susan Schaffer $22.67pd
444 NY Public Goods $587.00pd
445 Coca-Cola Enterprises $176.53pd
446 Hughes Net $86.59pd
447 Robert Jorgensen Jr. $200.00pd
448 Gates Cole Associates $154.00pd
449 RBS Inc. $250.00pd
450 Broadview Networks $195.97pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (25-28)
Item 3 (140-149)
Item 4 (18)
Councilperson Johnson made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Supervisor Garretson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 2 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Thank you from the Firemen’s Auxiliary
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of July 2008 is $5,502.14.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Locks have been changed. Payment in full received from the Opera. Received partial payment from the WIC program.
Alden Field: Concession stand is very successful so far this season.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Williamson Town Clerk Software is still pending, however Supervisor Garretson believes this is the best software to go with.
Health Center:
August Revenue $28,681; Expenses $37,604.
Dayle Barra has been hired as Health Center Secretary and Sue Schaffer is promoted to Health Center Manager.
Village:
Ed Harvey appointed Village Trustee
Kelly Finch handed in his resignation
Town Facilities:
Paraco propane tanks installed at the Town Barn and Court Office.
New meeting room (old locker rooms) renovation proceeding
State grants (Deb Whiteman) to update/renovate court room
Visitor’s Center:
Fund raising campaign underway for operating expenses
DOT Real Estate Specialist, Jennifer Donlin working on property lease.
Highway Department:
Pay loader is being built and will be shipped within the next 10 days.
Land Use Committee:
Still reviewing sample Land Use documents from other Townships.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee:
Councilman Johnson reported on the information meeting regarding Land Leases for Gas Drilling by Mr. Zaengle.
Resolution 2008-6 Snow and Ice-NYS DOT and Town of Cherry Valley
Proposed Action: Snow and Ice Agreement between NYS DOT and the Town of Cherry Valley
Whereas, the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley have entered into agreement #D010680 entitled “Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and the Town of Cherry Valley dated January 14th 1997, and
Whereas, the present term of the agreement as previously extended, expires June 30th 2008, and
Whereas, the said agreement provides for an annual update of the estimated expenditure to be determined by NYS DOT, and
Now, therefore be it resolved: The aforementioned Indexed Lump Sum Snow and Ice Agreement between the New York State Department of Transportation and Town of Cherry Valley is hereby extended for a period of one year; now to expire on June 30th 2009, and
Further be it resolved: The indexed lump sum estimated expenditure of the aforementioned agreement shall be $3784.95 per lane mile for 12.6 lane miles for a total of $47690.38 for the 2006-2007 season and for the reminder of the term of the agreement, unless changed by a future update.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to accept Resolution 2008-6 Snow and Ice Agreement second by Supervisor Garretson. Roll Call vote is taken Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, and Councilperson Cornwell-absent. Resolution is duly carried.
There will be a public hearing for the 2009 Preliminary Budget for the Town of Cherry Valley on November 13 at 7:00 o’clock PM at the Town Barn, Main Street, Cherry Valley, New York.
Question and comments from the public present:
Andy Minnig inquired about getting copies of the Budget. Also where are the renovations for the Court Room taking place? Mr. Minnig also has concerns that the Health Center is not accepting new clients and feels Town Residents should be able to use the facility.
Lynn Marsh asked the Highway Superintendent, Mr. Vanderwerker, how the Porath road situation with the missing sign is progressing?
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor Garretson meeting adjourned at 7:58PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Monday, November 3, 2008
TB Meeting September 11, 2008
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, September11, 2008 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the August 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of September 2008 are presented:
367 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
368 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
369 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
370 Courtney Van Brink $150.00pd
371 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
372 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
373 Verizon Wireless $132.10pd
374 The Freeman’s Journal $9.12pd
375 Cherry Valley Hardware $71.32pd
376 RBS $25.00pd
377 Time Warner Cable $69.95pd
378 Thomas Garretson $355.72pd
379 Broadview Networks $195.44pd
380 Hummel’s Office Plus $365.84pd
381 Lisa Fassett $201.04pd
382 The Daily Star $21.96pd
383 Lisa Fassett $19.20pd
384 Postmaster $84.00pd
385 Transcription Associates $867.30pd
386 Medical Arts Press $93.98pd
387 Public Goods Pool $459.00pd
388 Logical Net $17.95pd
389Casella Waste Services $61.05pd
390 Cinta’s Corp $232.25pd
391 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
392 US Postal Services $243.60pd
393 Susquehanna SPCA $231.00pd
394 Bassett Healthcare $21,574.90pd
395 US Postal Services $243.60pd
396 Road Runner $74.95pd
397 National Grid $1,286.66pd
398 Verizon $156.44pd
399 Medical Arts Press $85.88pd
400 Quill Corp $46.15pd
401 Public Goods Pool $655.00pd
402 Ed Van Derwerker $19.10pd
403 Paul Mendelsohn $80.00pd
404 Postmaster $38.00pd
405 Excellus BC/BS $256.06pd
406 Excellus BC/BS $231.72pd
407 Excellus BC/BS $3,731.97pd
408 Excellus BC/BS $2,077.00pd
409 Lisa Fassett $4.80pd
410 Time Warner Cable $69.95pd
411 Broadview Networks $300.06pd
412 Hughes Network Systems $91.59pd
413 RBS $250.00pd
414 Tim Powers $55.00pd
415 William T. Ryan Associates $2,141.12pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (21-24)
Item 3 (127-139)
Item 4 (16-17)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Dog Control Officers Report for the months of July and August
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of June 2008 is $5,619.61.
2 Publications for the Town Assessor
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Bills went out for the Opera and WIC program. September is the start of our busy season at the Community Center with many youth activities as well as rentals for private events. Revenue for August $100 Expense $4,311.00
Alden Field: Fall soccer season is beginning and the concession stand will be up and running.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Williamson Town Clerk Software is still pending.
Health Center: August Revenue $24,836. Expenses $29,306
Village: Supervisor Garretson recognized Mayor Donny Brigham’s many years of service. Mayor Brigham resigned from office effective August 31, 2008.
Town Facilities:
Roof drain repair
Boiler manifold has been rebuilt
Visitor’s Center: Committee received 4 different letters of interest from Architect/Engineering Firms. A Savings account has been set up at NBT bank for the Visitor Center.
Community Center Facilities Corp. The Children’s Center has been operating under the new owners since August.
Highway Department: Handicapped parking area has been paved at the Community Center for Election Day.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report. Committee is preparing for guest speaker Mr. Zaengle on September 18 @ 7:00PM .
Sam Dubben reported on the Counties meeting:
Keeping track of where waste is being delivered
Voted to repair a microwave system
Verizon installed a cell tower in the County Court House
Annex building renovation
The 2009 tentative budget for the Town of Cherry Valley was read. Tentative budget will be delivered to the Town Clerk by September 30, 2008. Preliminary budget will be read at the October Town Board meeting.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Mr. Minnig had questions regarding, the Tax levy and the Community Center operating budget.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:29PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, September11, 2008 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the August 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of September 2008 are presented:
367 Cordia Communications $95.32pd
368 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
369 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
370 Courtney Van Brink $150.00pd
371 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
372 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
373 Verizon Wireless $132.10pd
374 The Freeman’s Journal $9.12pd
375 Cherry Valley Hardware $71.32pd
376 RBS $25.00pd
377 Time Warner Cable $69.95pd
378 Thomas Garretson $355.72pd
379 Broadview Networks $195.44pd
380 Hummel’s Office Plus $365.84pd
381 Lisa Fassett $201.04pd
382 The Daily Star $21.96pd
383 Lisa Fassett $19.20pd
384 Postmaster $84.00pd
385 Transcription Associates $867.30pd
386 Medical Arts Press $93.98pd
387 Public Goods Pool $459.00pd
388 Logical Net $17.95pd
389Casella Waste Services $61.05pd
390 Cinta’s Corp $232.25pd
391 Ikon Financial $196.91pd
392 US Postal Services $243.60pd
393 Susquehanna SPCA $231.00pd
394 Bassett Healthcare $21,574.90pd
395 US Postal Services $243.60pd
396 Road Runner $74.95pd
397 National Grid $1,286.66pd
398 Verizon $156.44pd
399 Medical Arts Press $85.88pd
400 Quill Corp $46.15pd
401 Public Goods Pool $655.00pd
402 Ed Van Derwerker $19.10pd
403 Paul Mendelsohn $80.00pd
404 Postmaster $38.00pd
405 Excellus BC/BS $256.06pd
406 Excellus BC/BS $231.72pd
407 Excellus BC/BS $3,731.97pd
408 Excellus BC/BS $2,077.00pd
409 Lisa Fassett $4.80pd
410 Time Warner Cable $69.95pd
411 Broadview Networks $300.06pd
412 Hughes Network Systems $91.59pd
413 RBS $250.00pd
414 Tim Powers $55.00pd
415 William T. Ryan Associates $2,141.12pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (21-24)
Item 3 (127-139)
Item 4 (16-17)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Dog Control Officers Report for the months of July and August
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of June 2008 is $5,619.61.
2 Publications for the Town Assessor
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: Bills went out for the Opera and WIC program. September is the start of our busy season at the Community Center with many youth activities as well as rentals for private events. Revenue for August $100 Expense $4,311.00
Alden Field: Fall soccer season is beginning and the concession stand will be up and running.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Williamson Town Clerk Software is still pending.
Health Center: August Revenue $24,836. Expenses $29,306
Village: Supervisor Garretson recognized Mayor Donny Brigham’s many years of service. Mayor Brigham resigned from office effective August 31, 2008.
Town Facilities:
Roof drain repair
Boiler manifold has been rebuilt
Visitor’s Center: Committee received 4 different letters of interest from Architect/Engineering Firms. A Savings account has been set up at NBT bank for the Visitor Center.
Community Center Facilities Corp. The Children’s Center has been operating under the new owners since August.
Highway Department: Handicapped parking area has been paved at the Community Center for Election Day.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report. Committee is preparing for guest speaker Mr. Zaengle on September 18 @ 7:00PM .
Sam Dubben reported on the Counties meeting:
Keeping track of where waste is being delivered
Voted to repair a microwave system
Verizon installed a cell tower in the County Court House
Annex building renovation
The 2009 tentative budget for the Town of Cherry Valley was read. Tentative budget will be delivered to the Town Clerk by September 30, 2008. Preliminary budget will be read at the October Town Board meeting.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Mr. Minnig had questions regarding, the Tax levy and the Community Center operating budget.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:29PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
Saturday, September 13, 2008
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, August 14, 2008 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the August 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of August 2008 are presented:
314 Time Warner of Albany $69.95pd
315 RBS Inc. $250.00pd
316 Broadview Networks $299.85pd
317 Quill Corporation $60.24pd
318 Hughes Network System $86.59pd
319 Standard Security $53.40pd
320 William T. Ryan Associates $1,777.83pd
321Verizon Wireless $94.50pd
322 Cordia Communications $95.30pd
323 Cherry Valley Hardware $10.87pd
324 Cintas Corp $185.80pd
325 Rury’s Food Store $181.41pd
326 Lisa Fassett $9.60pd
327 NYS Employment Tax $351.23pd
328 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
329 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
330 Courtney VanBrink $150.00pd
331 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
332 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
333 Ikon Financial Solutions $196.91pd
334 RBS Inc. $546.70pd
335 McBee $180.12pd
336 National Grid $1,199.20pd
337 Bassett Healthcare $21,958.83pd
338 Quill Corp. $23.42pd
339 Medical Arts Press $72.23pd
340 Vets Disposal $61.09pd
341 Kassandra Cade $9.60pd
342 Road Runner $74.95pd
343 Transcription Associates $1,079.25pd
344 Logical Net $17.95pd
345 Edward Dubben $355.00pd
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
346 Mathias VanDewerker $300.00pd
347 Harold Couse $55.00pd
348 John Frankl $55.00pd
349 Joe Weaver $110.00pd
350 Ed VanDewerker $49.00pd
351 Verizon $210.13pd
352 Millers Carpet $195.00pd
353 Lisa Fassett $4.80pd
354 Excellus BC BS $256.06pd
355 Excellus BC BS $231.72pd
356 Excellus BC BS $2,077.72pd
357 Excellus BC BS $3,731.97pd
358 NYS Town Clerks Association $50.00pd
359 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
360 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
361 Courtney Van Brink $150.00pd
362 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
363 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
364 Hughes Net $81.59pd
365 Hummel’s Office Plus $93.66pd
366 Ikon Office Solutions $67.99pd
367 Jaird Johnson $48.00pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (17-20)
Item 3 (109-126)
Item 4 (14-15)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Dog Control Officers Report for May and June 2008.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of May 2008 is $7,292.53.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: The Community Center continues to be utilized for the month of August. Mary Beth will be preparing the total bill to send to the Glimmerglass Opera for payment of monthly rental fees for June, July and August.
Revenue for July $436.00. Expense $4,136.00. The expenses included the swim program.
Alden Field: Sherri France changed the size of the soccer field and ordered new nets.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Community Center Custodian job description is presented. Councilperson Johnson made
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
a motion to accept the job description as read; Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion.
Williamson Town Clerk Software will not be purchased. Supervisor Garretson will be investigating other options.
Health Center: July Revenue $30,336. Expenses $30,181.
Town Facilities:
Heating oil and diesel fuel will be supplied by R.L. Parson.
Propane will be supplied by Paraco (County contract)
Visitor’s Center: Expression of interest letters have been received.
Planning Board report given by Walter Buist no new business.
Highway Department: CHIPS money will be received on September 19 in the amount of $66,500. The Highway Department has rented a pay loader until the new loader is delivered.
Land Use Committee met twice. Still working on document.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report. Members of the committee attended the Natural Gas talk at the Oneonta High School. Also attended Conference of Mayors.
Community Facilities Corp nothing new to report.
Resolution # 2008-4 August 14th 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: for the Town of Cherry Valley to be an involved agency in the State Environmental Quality Review Act process pertaining to natural gas drilling permit applications in the Town of Cherry Valley.
WHEREAS, the current price of crude oil and natural gas has resulted in an increase in interest and activity relating to natural gas exploration and drilling; and
WHEREAS, the geologically formed shale beneath the Town of Cherry Valley has been identified as an area that may be a potential source of natural gas; and
WHEREAS, towns in which natural gas drilling is proposed, should be consulted regarding natural gas permit applications and the comments of the municipality should be considered when determinations to natural gas permit applications are made; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Cherry Valley requests the Department of Environmental Conservation to include the Town of Cherry Valley as an involved agency in the State Environmental Quality Review Act proceedings relating to natural gas permit applications, and that the views and comments of the Town of Cherry Valley be considered when
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
determinations relating to natural gas permit applications are made; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to:
New York State Governor David Paterson, and
New York State Senator Jim Seward, and
New York State Assembly Member Marc Butler, and
New York State DEC Commissioner Alexander Grannis
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adopt Resolution #2008-4, seconded by Councilperson Johnson. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-4 is duly carried.
Resolution #2208-5 August 14, 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
PROPSED ACTION: Required annual examination and audit of town justice court records and dockets
WHEREAS: Section 2019-a of the Uniform Justice Court Act requires that town justices annually provide their court records and dockets to their respective town auditing boards, and that such records then be examined or audited and that fact be entered into the minutes of the board’s proceedings; and
WHEREAS: The town justice has presented the court records and dockets to the town board for examination and audit; and
WHEREAS: Record of this examination, audit and resolution will be forwarded to Dennis W. Donnelly, Director of Internal Audit, NYS Office of Court Administration, 98 Niver Street Cohoes, NY 12047; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The town bard conducted the required examination and audit of the court records and dockets of the town justice on January 10th, 2008.
Councilperson made a motion to adopt Resolution 2008-5, Councilperson Johnson second the motion. Roll call vote is taken; Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, 3 yes 0 no, Resolution 2008-5 is duly carried.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Lynn Marsh had several issues to present to the board, Dead End sign at the end of Ryan Road, parking issues in CV for Springfield’s MSG plan, information regarding a school wind turbine in MA, County Board meeting presentation of a moratorium on gas drilling, natural gas leases.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:41PM.
Respectfully submitted-Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
The regular meeting of the Town Board of Cherry Valley was held on Thursday, August 14, 2008 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
Mark Cornwell Councilperson P
Jim Johnson Councilperson P
Ed VanDerWerker Highway Superintendent P
Mary Beth Flint Town Clerk P
Minutes of the August 2008 meeting were read. Supervisor Garretson approved the minutes as corrected.
Bills for the month of August 2008 are presented:
314 Time Warner of Albany $69.95pd
315 RBS Inc. $250.00pd
316 Broadview Networks $299.85pd
317 Quill Corporation $60.24pd
318 Hughes Network System $86.59pd
319 Standard Security $53.40pd
320 William T. Ryan Associates $1,777.83pd
321Verizon Wireless $94.50pd
322 Cordia Communications $95.30pd
323 Cherry Valley Hardware $10.87pd
324 Cintas Corp $185.80pd
325 Rury’s Food Store $181.41pd
326 Lisa Fassett $9.60pd
327 NYS Employment Tax $351.23pd
328 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
329 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
330 Courtney VanBrink $150.00pd
331 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
332 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
333 Ikon Financial Solutions $196.91pd
334 RBS Inc. $546.70pd
335 McBee $180.12pd
336 National Grid $1,199.20pd
337 Bassett Healthcare $21,958.83pd
338 Quill Corp. $23.42pd
339 Medical Arts Press $72.23pd
340 Vets Disposal $61.09pd
341 Kassandra Cade $9.60pd
342 Road Runner $74.95pd
343 Transcription Associates $1,079.25pd
344 Logical Net $17.95pd
345 Edward Dubben $355.00pd
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346 Mathias VanDewerker $300.00pd
347 Harold Couse $55.00pd
348 John Frankl $55.00pd
349 Joe Weaver $110.00pd
350 Ed VanDewerker $49.00pd
351 Verizon $210.13pd
352 Millers Carpet $195.00pd
353 Lisa Fassett $4.80pd
354 Excellus BC BS $256.06pd
355 Excellus BC BS $231.72pd
356 Excellus BC BS $2,077.72pd
357 Excellus BC BS $3,731.97pd
358 NYS Town Clerks Association $50.00pd
359 Mallory Garretson $150.00pd
360 Tiffany Thompson $150.00pd
361 Courtney Van Brink $150.00pd
362 Nick Traficante $150.00pd
363 Joshua Hayes $150.00pd
364 Hughes Net $81.59pd
365 Hummel’s Office Plus $93.66pd
366 Ikon Office Solutions $67.99pd
367 Jaird Johnson $48.00pd
Highway Vouchers:
Item 1 (17-20)
Item 3 (109-126)
Item 4 (14-15)
Councilperson Cornwell made a motion to accept the invoices and payments as read Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion. The invoices and payments have been presented and accepted. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Motion carried.
Information presented to the Town Clerk by Supervisor Garretson is as follows:
Dog Control Officers Report for May and June 2008.
Town share of monthly County sales tax collected for the month of May 2008 is $7,292.53.
Updates:
Community Center update given by Mary Beth Flint: The Community Center continues to be utilized for the month of August. Mary Beth will be preparing the total bill to send to the Glimmerglass Opera for payment of monthly rental fees for June, July and August.
Revenue for July $436.00. Expense $4,136.00. The expenses included the swim program.
Alden Field: Sherri France changed the size of the soccer field and ordered new nets.
Miscellaneous Information and review goals for 2008.
Facility Maintenance Supervisor job description is still pending.
Community Center Custodian job description is presented. Councilperson Johnson made
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a motion to accept the job description as read; Councilperson Cornwell seconded the motion.
Williamson Town Clerk Software will not be purchased. Supervisor Garretson will be investigating other options.
Health Center: July Revenue $30,336. Expenses $30,181.
Town Facilities:
Heating oil and diesel fuel will be supplied by R.L. Parson.
Propane will be supplied by Paraco (County contract)
Visitor’s Center: Expression of interest letters have been received.
Planning Board report given by Walter Buist no new business.
Highway Department: CHIPS money will be received on September 19 in the amount of $66,500. The Highway Department has rented a pay loader until the new loader is delivered.
Land Use Committee met twice. Still working on document.
Alternative/Renewable Energy Committee report. Members of the committee attended the Natural Gas talk at the Oneonta High School. Also attended Conference of Mayors.
Community Facilities Corp nothing new to report.
Resolution # 2008-4 August 14th 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
Proposed Action: for the Town of Cherry Valley to be an involved agency in the State Environmental Quality Review Act process pertaining to natural gas drilling permit applications in the Town of Cherry Valley.
WHEREAS, the current price of crude oil and natural gas has resulted in an increase in interest and activity relating to natural gas exploration and drilling; and
WHEREAS, the geologically formed shale beneath the Town of Cherry Valley has been identified as an area that may be a potential source of natural gas; and
WHEREAS, towns in which natural gas drilling is proposed, should be consulted regarding natural gas permit applications and the comments of the municipality should be considered when determinations to natural gas permit applications are made; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Cherry Valley requests the Department of Environmental Conservation to include the Town of Cherry Valley as an involved agency in the State Environmental Quality Review Act proceedings relating to natural gas permit applications, and that the views and comments of the Town of Cherry Valley be considered when
TB Meeting August 14, 2008
determinations relating to natural gas permit applications are made; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to:
New York State Governor David Paterson, and
New York State Senator Jim Seward, and
New York State Assembly Member Marc Butler, and
New York State DEC Commissioner Alexander Grannis
Motion made by Councilperson Cornwell to adopt Resolution #2008-4, seconded by Councilperson Johnson. Roll call of votes is taken: Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes. All in favor 3 yes 0 no. Resolution 2008-4 is duly carried.
Resolution #2208-5 August 14, 2008
Resolution of the Cherry Valley Town Board
PROPSED ACTION: Required annual examination and audit of town justice court records and dockets
WHEREAS: Section 2019-a of the Uniform Justice Court Act requires that town justices annually provide their court records and dockets to their respective town auditing boards, and that such records then be examined or audited and that fact be entered into the minutes of the board’s proceedings; and
WHEREAS: The town justice has presented the court records and dockets to the town board for examination and audit; and
WHEREAS: Record of this examination, audit and resolution will be forwarded to Dennis W. Donnelly, Director of Internal Audit, NYS Office of Court Administration, 98 Niver Street Cohoes, NY 12047; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The town bard conducted the required examination and audit of the court records and dockets of the town justice on January 10th, 2008.
Councilperson made a motion to adopt Resolution 2008-5, Councilperson Johnson second the motion. Roll call vote is taken; Supervisor Garretson-yes, Councilperson Cornwell-yes, Councilperson Johnson-yes, 3 yes 0 no, Resolution 2008-5 is duly carried.
Questions and comments were entertained by the public present.
Lynn Marsh had several issues to present to the board, Dead End sign at the end of Ryan Road, parking issues in CV for Springfield’s MSG plan, information regarding a school wind turbine in MA, County Board meeting presentation of a moratorium on gas drilling, natural gas leases.
Motion made by Councilperson Johnson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Councilperson Cornwell meeting adjourned at 8:41PM.
Respectfully submitted-Mary Beth Flint, Town Clerk
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