May 20, 2003

The regular meeting of the Wilson Town Board was held Tuesday, May 20, 2003 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

                                                Brad Clark & Nancy Schaal Simmons

Supt. Of Highways                    Daniel Kerwin

Bldg. Inspector             Lawrence Banks

Planning Board Chairman         George Waters

   Attorney                               Walter E. Moxham 

A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the minutes of the April 21, 2003 regular meeting and the May 5, 2003 workshop meeting be approved as submitted by the Clerk.

 A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the following bills be allowed with the exception of the bill for Metzger Engineering in the B Fund #59 in the amount of $833.00 for landfill testing.  This bill will be paid when the Town receives the test results. 

  General A Fund                      #162 thru #203                        $21,819.48

  General B Fund                      #49 thru #64                              47,233.72

  Hwy DA Fund             #72 thru #82                               3,287.50

  Hwy DB Fund                         #11 thru #14                                     91.40

  Water District             #66 thru #83                                 6,018.68

  SL                                           #7 thru #9                                        212.84

  SS                                           #10 thru #11                                11,376.82

  Cap/waterline                        #9 thru #10                                    4,539.50

                                                                        Total amount all vouchers   $94,580.04 

A motion was made by Mr. Dean and seconded by Mr. Clark the Board enter executive session to discuss personnel matters at 7:35 p.m.    Roll call vote responded as follows:

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

              Motion Carried 

A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Muck and unanimously carried the Board come out of executive session and resume the meeting. 

A thank you was received from the Town Clerk for authorizing she and the Deputy Town Clerk to attend the NYS Town Clerks' Conference in Buffalo recently. 

An invitation to participate in the American Legion Annual Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 26, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. was received from Gary Pettit, Post Adjutant. 

Notification was received from Frank Berrafato that  Wilson Harbor Management, Inc. has applied for an on premises seasonal beer and wine license.   

A request was received from the Wilson Garden Club for authorization to plant and maintain the flower boxes at Route 425 and Route 18 and for financial assistance to purchase plants and dirt for the flower boxes. 

A request was received from the Town Clerk for authorization to attend the IIMC Certified Municipal Clerks Training Program at Cornell University August 3 thru 7, 2003 at a cost of $600. 

Notification was received from Robert L. Black that Wilson Yacht Club has applied for renewal of its NYS "club beer" permit as well as a wine permit. 

The following people spoke during public participation:

  Cathy Sullivan, 66 Sunset Island

  Dorothy Mitalski, 3311 Beebe Road 

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

The next Planning Board meeting will be June 9, 2003. 

The Building Inspector reported 23 building permits were issued in April with an approximate value of $304,000. 

The Highway Superintendent reported that a pre-conference meeting was held on the Burch Road and Wilson Burt Road waterline extensions and that all easements for the project are signed.  He expects  work to begin next week. 

Mr. Moxham reported on the Sunset Island Sewer and Water meeting held Saturday, May 17, 2003.  Some easements were signed and Mr. Moxham will meet with Sunset Island residents to sign easements   June 14, 2004. 

Mr. Moxham spoke about the damage done to stones and monuments at  Greenwood Cemetery by juveniles.  General Obligation Law allows injured parties to seek damages from parents.  Mr. Moxham stated that letters were sent to parents of these children and that the Town does intend to seek damages from parents who do not supervise their children. 

Mr. Moxham reported on the Stepanowicz zoning matter and stated that some progress is being made. 

Mr. Muck stated that he is pleased with the good results of the Roosevelt Beach Ditching Project. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Muck, seconded by Mrs. Simmons and unanimously adopted, the following employees and rates of pay be set for workers in the Summer Basketball Camp:

John Emborsky                        Recreation Leader p/t             $8.00 pr. hr      bi-weekly

Scott Benton                                 "               "        "                 8.00 pr. hr.      bi-weekly

Brian Baker                                     "              "        "                 8.00  pr. hr.   bi-weekly

Jen Gallie                                        "              "        "                 8.00  pr. hr.   bi-weekly

Ty Sippel                                         "              "        "                 8.00  pr. hr.   bi-weekly

Brett Sippel                                    "              "        "              $360.00           bi-weekly     

A motion was made by Mr. Muck, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the Town Clerk

be authorized to attend the Certified Municipal Clerks Program at Cornell University August 3 - 7, 2003.

   Mr. Moxham summarized the SEQR/SERP Resolution and Negative Declaration for the Sunset Island Sanitary Sewer and Water System. 

Following discussion, a Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously adopted, the Town Board adopt the SEQR/SEP Resolution and issue a Negative Declaration, thereby concluding that the project will not adversely affect the natural resources of the State and/or health, safety, and welfare of the public and is consistent with the social and economic considerations and that the Supervisor be authorized to sign the EAF and prepare the appropriate notices and filings in accordance with the SEQR/SERP requirements.  Resolution attached to these minutes. 

Mr. Moxham summarized the Resolution After Public Hearing Approving An Increase in the Maximum Cost of the Sunset Island Sewer District. 

Following discussion, a Resolution was offered by Mr. Muck, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously approved adopting the Resolution After Public Hearing Approving An Increase in The Maximum Cost of Sunset Island Sewer District.  This Resolution is subject to Permissive Referendum. Resolution attached to these minutes. 

Mr. Moxham summarized the Resolution After Public Hearing Approving The Increase and Improvement of Facilities of Water District No. 1. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark and seconded by Mrs. Simmons and unanimously approved, adopting the Resolution and Order After Public Hearing Approving the Increase and Improvement of Facilities of Water District #1.   Resolution attached to these minutes. 

Mr. Moxham summarized the Bond Resolution. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark and  seconded by Mrs. Simmons approving the adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Increase and Improvement of The Facilities The Town of Wilson Water District No. 1, In The Maximum Amount not to Exceed $584,000, Authorizing the Issuance of Serial Bonds In An Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $584,000 of The Town of Wilson, Niagara County, New York, Pursuant to the Local Finance Law To Finance,     The Use Of Any Federal Or State Grants For Said Purpose, Said Purpose And Delegating The Power To Issue Bond Anticipation Notes in Anticipation Of The Sale Of Such Bonds To The Town Supervisor.  Roll call vote responded as follows:Mr. Dean, yes    Mr. Clark, yes    Mr. Luff, yes   Mrs. Simmons, yes   Mr. Muck, yes

                                                                                                Resolution Adopted 

There was a discussion of purchasing two "Welcome" signs for New Road and Wilson Youngstown Road.

 A motion was made by Mr. Luff,  seconded by Mr. Clark and carried, the Town purchase two signs, one  for New Road and one for Wilson Youngstown Road.  Mrs. Simmons and Mr. Muck cast the two "no" votes. 

A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mrs. Simmons and unanimously carried, authorizing the Garden Club to spend up to $150.00 for dirt and flowers for the Town signs on Lake Road and Wilson Cambria Road.

 Mr. Clark spoke about the death of past Fire Chief, Wilson Fire Company, No. 1, James Welch.  Mr. Welch was in charge of the service award program for the fire company.  Edith Walker will take over the responsibilities of this position.   

Mr. Dean reported on the Finance Conference in Saratoga Springs that he, the Deputy Supervisor and the Confidential Secretary attended. 

Mr. Muck would like to visit the nature trail off Slayton Settlement Road to gain ideas for a walking trail along the creek on the Town property on Wilson Cambria Road. He invited other Board members to join him. 

The Town Board will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, June 2, 2003. 

The next regular meeting will be Monday, June 16, 2003. 

A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Luff and unanimously carried, the meeting be adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

                                                                        Respectfully submitted,

                                                                        Wanda E. Burrows RMC

                                                                        Town Clerk

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