November01

February 19, 2002

The regular meeting of the Wilson Town Board was held Tuesday, February 19, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Town Hall.

The following people were present:

Supervisor Jerry L. Dean

Councilmen Bruce Muck & Donald Luff

Nancy Schaal Simmons & Brad Clark

Hwy Superintendent Paul Karsten

Bldg. Inspector Lawrence Banks

Attorney Walter E. Moxham, Jr

County Legislator Kyle Andrews was also present.

A moment of silence was observed in recognition of our country’s turmoil.

A motion was made by Mrs. Simmons, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the minutes of the January 28, 2002 meeting be approved as submitted by the Clerk.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Dean, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously adopted, the Supervisor be authorized to transfer $501.50 from B1990.4, contingency, to B1440.4 to cover a bill for attendance at a Niagara Mohawk meeting by Michael Metzger.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Muck and unanimously adopted,, the Supervisor be authorized to transfer $108.75 from A1990.4, contingency, to A1420.4a to cover legal charges for renewing the S.I. Bond Anticipation Note.

A motion was made by Mr. Luff, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously carried, the following bills be allowed as audited by the Board:

General A Fund #60 thru #77 $ 8,479.42

General B Fund #14 thru #22 21,356.31

Hwy DA Fund #12 thru #17 4,057.66

Hwy DB Fund #4 900.00

Water District #18 thru #24 1,420.11

H/Waterline #4 thru #7 128,576.57

SF Fund #3 142.91

SL #3 171.29

Total All Vouchers $165.104.62

At this time, Mr. Dean called the public hearing on Local Law No. 1, 2002, extending the term of the Town Supervisor for the Town of Wilson from two (2) to four (4) years upon the approval of the electors of the Town of Wilson.

Mr. Dean read the Local Law. He spoke about the many responsibilities of the Town Supervisor and explained that because of the complexities of the job, he feels it takes four years to really become familiar with the work.

The following people spoke:

Jim Proper, 3590 Palmer Road

Councilman Brad Clark

William Smith, 2940 Wilson Cambria Road

John Freishlag, 447 Young St

Highway Superintendent Paul Karsten

Jack Hanna, 279 Pettit Street

Councilman Bruce Muck

In response to questions from the audience, Mr. Dean stated that if this local law is passed, it will require approval of the electors of the Town of Wilson at an election to be held not less than sixty (60) days from its adoption.

Mr. Dean further stated that if the term of the Town Supervisor is extended from two (2) to four (4) years, by the electors of the Town, it would have no effect on the two (2) year term he is presently serving.

All being heard who wished to be heard, Mr. Dean closed the public hearing.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Dean and seconded by Mr. Clark, Local Law No. 1, 2002, extending the term of the Supervisor of the Town of Wilson from two (2) to four (4) years, upon approval of the electors of the Town of Wilson, be adopted. Copy attached to these minutes.Roll call vote responded as follows:

Mr. Dean, yes Mr. Muck, yes Mr. Clark, yes Mr. Luff, yes Mrs. Simmons, no

Resolution Adopted

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Dean and seconded by Mr. Muck, November 5, 2002, during the regular election, be set as the time the electors of the Town of Wilson will vote on extending the term of the Town Supervisor from two (2) to four (4) years.Roll call vote responded as follows:

Mr. Dean, yes Mr. Muck, yes Mr. Clark, yes Mr. Luff, yes Mrs. Simmons abstained

Resolution Adopted

A request was received from the Wilson Garden Club for monetary assistance for plants and soil for the flower boxes at the Town of Wilson signs located on Route 425 and Route 18. Garden Club members will plant and maintain the flowers. Members are also considering planting some kind of flowers at the base of the new sign on Beebe Road, West Lake Road and at Greenwood Cemetery.

A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mrs. Simmons and unanimously carried, the Board provide monetary assistance to the Garden Club for plants and soil as requested.

Correspondence was received from Samuel M. Ferraro, Niagara County Planning, Development and Tourism for support of Alternative Licensing Process for New York State Power Authority.

Following discussion a Resolution was offered by Mr. Dean, seconded by Mr. Muck and unanimously adopted supporting alternative licensing process for New York State Power Authority. Copy of Resolution attached to these minutes.

A request was received from the Town Clerk for authorization for her and the Deputy Town Clerk to attend the NYS Town Clerks’ Conference in Saratoga Springs April 21 thru 24, 2002.

A motion was made by Mrs. Simmons, seconded by Mr. Muck and unanimously carried, the Town Clerk and the Deputy Town Clerk be authorized to attend the NYS Town Clerks’ Conference in Saratoga Springs as requested.

No one wished to speak during public participation.

Mr. Banks reported three building permits were issued in January with a total estimated value of $5,500. Mr. Banks stated that he is doing fire safety inspections at local businesses and places of public assembly.

Mr. Moxham stated that he is working with the Building Inspector on yard cleanup around the Town and expects to be sending out violation notices within the next few weeks.

Mr. Clark spoke about the calls he is receiving objecting to Adelphia Cable’s rate increases.

Notification was received from Chad E. Walker that C.E.W. Nest, Inc. doing business as The Crow’s Nest, Inc., is applying for its NYS liquor license.

Notice was received from Congressman LaFalce that the FY2002 budget proposal would include additional funding for the firefighter assistance grant program established by Congress last year. Mr. Dean has spoken to representatives of Wilson Fire Company, No. 1 and South Wilson Fire Company to encourage them to apply for grants through this program.

Waterline extensions on Beebe Road and Shore Drive and Park Street are finished.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Muck, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously adopted, David Erway, Sr.’s request for a Permit to operate and maintain a mobile home park at 3256 Lockport Youngstown Road, Rainbow Mobile Park be granted.

The Supervisor read correspondence from Legislator Kyle Andrews announcing the awarding of the following monies from Niagara County Planning, Development & Tourism in response to the Town’s request for funding assistance for various events and printing expenses for 2002.

Town of Wilson Harborfest/Concert Series $5,000.00

Salmon Run 5K Race 250.00

Brochures 1,230.00

A motion was made by Mr. Dean and seconded by Mr. Luff, . the Board enter executive session to discuss litigation at 8:30 p.m. Roll call vote responded as follows:Mr. Dean, yes Mr. Muck, yes Mr. Luff, yes Mr. Clark, yes Mrs. Simmons, yes

Motion Carried

A motion was made by Mr. Dean, seconded by Mrs. Simmons and unanimously carried, the Board leave executive session and resume the meeting.

The next Workshop Meeting will be Monday, March 4, 2002.

Continuation of Town Board Minutes February 19, 2002 Page 4

The next regular meeting will be Monday, March 18, 2002.

A motion was made by Mr. Dean, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the meeting be adjourned at 9:02 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Wanda E. Burrows

Town Clerk