May 20, 2009

The regular meeting of the Town of Wilson Town Board was held Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Town Hall.

 The following people were present:

Supervisor                                           Joseph A. Jastrzemski

Councilmen                                         Brad Clark

                                                          Thomas Thompson

Highway Superintendent                    Daniel Kerwin

Building Inspector                              Lawrence Banks

Attorney                                              Kyle Andrews

Absent:  Councilman James Muscoreil

 A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously carried, the minutes of the April 1, 2009 Workshop Meeting and the April 15, 2009 Regular Meeting be approved as submitted by the Clerk.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously adopted, the following bills be approved as read by the Clerk:

  General Fund A                    #145 thru #188                        $19,564.80

  General Fund B                    #42 thru #53                              39,635.59

  Hwy DA Fund                      #66 thru #80                              16,476.93

  Hwy DB Fund                      #15 thru #18                                5,837.04

  Water District                       #51 thru #65                                9,317.20

   SL                                        #8                                                   179.14

  SF                                          #11                                                 637.00

                                                                        Total All Vouchers  $91,647.70 

A thank you was received from Wilson resident Bruce Muck for the drainage work done on New Road.

 An invitation was received from the American Legion Martin F. Jennings Post #836 to participate in the Annual Memorial Day Service at Greenwood Cemetery Veterans’ Memorial Park. May 25, 2009 at 10:00 a.m.

 A request was received from the Wilson Historical Society for authorization to use the Town Constable and the Town Hall parking lot for their annual Old-Fashioned Fair Monday, May 25, 2009.

 A resignation was received from James O. Jackson from his seat on the Niagara County Environmental Management Council.

 A request was received from Michael Lis and Kevin Jerge for a donation to help with advertising and promotions for the 2009 Harbor Salmon Slam.  

A request was received from the Recreation Commission that Kayla O’Keefe be appointed Recreation Leader for the Summer Recreation Program at a rate of $7.25 per hour  paid bi-weekly. 

Notification was received from Wilson Fire Co., No.1 of a Mutual Aid Fire Drill scheduled for May 21, 2009 in the Young Street business district. 

A request was received from Wilson Fire Co., No. 1 for use of the Town Constable for the annual Field Days, August 27, 2009 thru Saturday, August 29, 2009.

 A request was received from Wilson Community Enhancement Charity for a donation to this year’s events. 

A request was received from Highway Superintendent Daniel Kerwin for authorization to purchase one 2010 Ford pickup truck at a cost of $24,341.75 from of state bid. 

Notification was received of the application of Nancy Anne Smith for an On-Premises Alcoholic Beverage License for a business to be formed at 3243 West Lake Road to be known as Roosevelt Beach Bar and Grill, now known as Ed’s Country Store. 

A request was received from Christine LaRock of the Adrea Hope LaRock Foundation for a donation to  this year’s annual fundraising activity to benefit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the Dreams from the Heart Camp. 

A request was received from Samantha Ryan, Director of Development, Mercy Flight, for a donation to this year’s annual Lake Fest fundraiser to benefit Mercy Flight and other local groups. 

At this time, Mr. Jastrzemski opened public participation. 

A Sunset Island resident thanked the Town Board and particularly Councilman Clark for all of the work in providing a refuse dock for Sunset Island residents. 

Steve Smith spoke about the upcoming star gazing programs scheduled at Krueger Park this summer.

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

 Mr. Banks reported 10 building permits were issued in April with an estimated value of $311,000.  He has also been working on a letter to FEMA objecting to some areas in Wilson that are now included in flood plain areas. 

Mr. Kerwin reported that all of the items sent to Auction International have been sold and most items have been paid for.  If all items are paid for, the total sale prices will amount to about. $13,500.   

Mr. Clark announced that waves are undermining the Town’s boat launch on Riverview Drive causing a dangerous condition to exist there.  It was decided to rope off the area to boaters until repairs can be made.

 Mr. Clark reported on the tremendous success of this year’s pen rearing project. 7500 steelhead trout were delivered and all survived except three.

 Mr. Clark further reported that CPR and Child Protection classes are scheduled for June 13, 2009 for the summer recreation workers.

 Mr. Jastrzemski reported on the recent Joint Meeting of the Village and Town Boards to discuss a shared services agreement for Building Inspector/Code Enforcement services. 

Mr. Jastrzemski spoke about the success of Community Day held May 16, 2009.  The Niagara County Sheriff’s Department performed car seat checks, child ID’s and demonstrations by the K-9 Unit.  The Niagara County Clerk’s Office provided information on enhanced Drivers licenses and the Wilson postal employees issued passports.  In addition to these services, residents were able to sign there children up for summer recreation and swimming classes.  It was the general feeling of all that this was a very worthwhile event.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously carried, a donation of $100 be made to Harbor Hoops 2009. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted, a donation of $100 be made to this year’s 5K race.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously adopted, $175 be donated to this year’s Lake fest.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted, $175 be donated to this year’s Andrea Hope LaRock Foundation Fundraiser. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted, a donation of $410 be made for advertising and promotion of 2009 Wilson Harbor Grand Slam.

A motion was made by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously approved, the Wilson Historical Society be authorized to use the Town Constable and the Town parking lot for the year’s Old-Fashioned Fair.

Mr. Jastrzemski reported that the Town Board completed the audit of the Tax Collector’s books and found them to be in good order.

 A motion was made by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously carried, Mr. Clark and Mr. Muscoreil be appointed to audit the Justices’ books.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously adopted, in support of Consumers Choice Bill S.1449 sponsored by George Maziarz which gives consumers a choice as to how they want to order prescription drugs.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously carried, Kayla O’Keefe be appointed a Recreation Leader p/t for the summer recreation program at a rate of $7.25 per hour paid bi-weekly.

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted, approving the assessment settlement with Clark Marina and Wilson Apartments. 

A motion was made by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously carried, the resignation of James Jackson from the Niagara County Environmental Management Council be accepted with regret.  The Clerk will send a letter thanking him for his dedicated service on this Board. 

A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously adopted, Brad Clark be appointed to the seat on the Niagara County Fisheries Board vacated by Gary Benton.  A letter will be sent to Mr. Benton thanking him for his service on this Board.

 Mr. Clark reported that Dan Phillips brought his portable welder to the Town Hall and repaired the outside gate leading to the basement where a potentially dangerous condition existed.  The Clerk will send a letter of thanks to Mr. Phillips for his time and service.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted, the Highway Superintendent be authorized to purchase a 2010 Ford Pickup truck from state bid as requested.

 A Resolution was offered by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously adopted, Wilson Fire Co., No. 1 be authorized to use the Town Constable for this year’s annual Field Days as requested.

  A motion was made by Mr. Jastrzemski and seconded by Mr. Clark, the Board enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter at 7:40 p.m.  Roll call vote responded as follows:   Mr. Clark, yes     Mr. Thompson, yes    Mr. Jastrzemski, yes

                                                                                                CARRIED

A motion was made by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously carried, the Board come out of executive session and resume the meeting at 7:50 p.m.

 A resignation was received from Melinda Major from her position of Town Councilman.

A motion was made by Mr. Jastrzemski, seconded by Mr. Clark and unanimously adopted,  Ms. Major’s resignation be accepted with regret effective May 5, 2009. 

The next workshop meeting will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 3:30 p.m.

 The next regular meeting will be held Wednesday, June 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

 A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Thompson and unanimously carried, the meeting be adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

                                                                        Respectfully submitted,

                                                                        Wanda E. Burrows

                                                                        Town Clerk