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April 28, 2006
Rush Town Board Minutes - 2006/04/26
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April 26, 2006
A regular meeting of the Rush Town Board was held on April 26, 2006, at the Rush Town Offices, 5977 East Henrietta Road and was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Councilman Donald Knab
Councilman Thomas Doupe
Councilwoman Lisa Sluberski
Supervisor William Udicious
Absent:
Councilman Luther Keyes, excused, work
Others: Frank Pavia, Attorney for the Town of Rush
Gerald Kusse, Code Enforcement
Charles Rinere, Fire Marshal
Patricia Stephens, Recreation Supervisor
Cheryl Rouleau, Recreation
Jeno Osze, HF Five Points Road
Fredric Calev, 2516 Rush Mendon Road
Nate Czerwinski
Meg Greco
Emma Swiader
I Open Forum
Fredric Calev, 2516 Rush Mendon Road, stated that he had attended the Planning Board meeting the previous week. Mr. Calev learned that Mr. Stevens’s barn contains bathrooms, sinks and insecticide storage all without obtaining any permits from the town. He questioned how these activities could continue without any tickets for violations being issued. He asked how this business can be allowed continue without being issued any tickets while others had to observe the rules and regulations of the town.
II Minutes
RESOLUTION #101
Supervisor Udicious made a motion to approve the minutes of April 12, 2006 meeting with the correction on page 2 changing JS to GIS. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
III Approval of Abstract
RESOLUTION #102
Supervisor Udicious moved BE IT RESOLVED, that having audited all the claims against the funds listed on the abstract, I move that all claims in the amount of $11,914.26 be allowed for vouchers #396 through #445. Councilman Knab seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
IV Reports of Officers and Committees
1. Town Board – Councilwoman Sluberski reported on the Zoning Board of Appeals Workshop meeting of April 13, 2006. She also reported on the Planning Board meeting of April 18, 2006 and the decisions made at that meeting.
2. Town Clerk Henry reported on her conference in Saratoga Springs and that of particular interest was the possibility of processing passport applications in the future.
3. Code Enforcement – Mr. Kusse stated that the work on grid #3 of the Osze property was progressing well. He also stated that there had been a near accident with a town resident digging on his property and hitting an underground power cable. He will be writing an article for the Town Newsletter addressing excavation projects.
4. Supervisor – Supervisor Udicious stated that the annual inspection of the sprinkler and fire system have been made and a small repair needed has been made.
V Old Business
1. Hart’s Field Plan - Supervisor Udicious reviewed the history of the town obtaining the approval of New York State to sell the property known as Hart’s Field and an adjacent parcel given to the town. He explained that cost of yearly maintaining the property and history of vandalism in that area combined with the under utilization of the parcel has made the sale seem prudent.
RESOLUTION #103
Supervisor Udicious moved that the Town of Rush offer the 18.72 acres of land including Hart’s Field for sale. The funds obtained from the sale to be placed in the Recreation Capital Fund for the development of recreation facilities on the 9 acres adjacent to the Town Hall/Library complex. This resolution is subject to permissive referendum. Councilman Knab seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski nay
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
Mrs. Stephens asked if the fields would be usable at all this year and she was told that a single day usage was possible if the applicant provided insurance but no long term contracts would not be allowed.
2. Surveillance System - Supervisor Udicious stated that he was still obtaining estimates for the installation of surveillance cameras for the exterior of the building and library to help combat vandalism. Councilwoman Sluberski provided the name and number of the company used by the school district and stated that they have been pleased with the service. Attorney Pavia reminded the board of the need for competitive bidding if the dollar value exceeds the state set limits.
3. Employee Manual – Supervisor Udicious explained that the manual was created in the late 1990’s and needed to be updated and corrected in a number of areas. Supervisor Udicious in particular stated he wished to see a change in the section dealing with benefits for part time employees and that he would have a draft for the board’s review soon. Director of Finance Reynolds can give specific information on the cost of the health care based on the policies outlined in the manual. The Board was asked to review the proposed changes already given to them and asked if there were any others the board wished to see. A discussion of the changes will be held next month.
VI New Business
1. Tax Collectors Seminar – Town Clerk Henry asked for the Board’s approval her attendance at the New York State Tax Collector and Receivers Association conference in June. The cost of this conference is included in her budget.
RESOLUTION #104
Councilman Knab moved that the Town Clerk be authorized to attend the NYS Tax Collectors and Receivers Conference June 11 through 13th. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
2. Recreation Programs - There was a discussion with the Recreation Supervisor of the board’s concern over the cost of the programs offered and their cost to the town. Supervisor Udicious stressed the need to have the programs be self supporting and the need to bring their overall costs down.
Councilwoman Sluberski obtained information on the costs of three other area programs that offered services for after school programs with a cost per hour of $3.00 or more. The current Rush After-school Program is charging only $1.75 per hour with the Henrietta children in the program not paying an additional fee. She suggested a price increase and perhaps a monthly payment structure to make the increase cost more manageable.
The summer program, for which there is no charge because of the Monroe County Youth Bureau subsidy, also needs to be reviewed in terms of costs.
Mrs. Stephens expressed her concern that since she will be loosing 16 of the participants at the end of this year that if the cost is too high she will not have the needed enrollment for the next year. Mrs. Stephens was asked to provide a budget analysis of her program for the board to review along with Councilwoman Sluberski’s recommendations. Mrs. Stephens also raised the question of garbage cans and it was determined that a carry in carry out policy was the most appropriate. The question of posting playground use regulations was discussed and Attorney Pavia will review and make a recommendation to the board.
The Rush Seniors’ request to not pay the Fire District the $500.00 for the building use this year has been referred to the seniors’ president to direct to the Board of Fire Commissioners.
3. Bridge Replacement on Route 15 – Supervisor Udicious reported that he had received notice from the NYS DOT that
the Route 15 bridge over the linear park will be replaced starting in the fall of 2006 and to be completed by early summer 2007.
Executive Session
Councilman Knab made a motion that the Board move into Executive Session for a discussion of pending litigation. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion and the board was all in agreement.
Time: 7:55 p.m.
The board returned to regular session and adjourned with the consent of all the board.
Time: 8:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda G. Henry, Town Clerk
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Posted by gmadore at 11:11 AM
April 13, 2006
Rush Town Board Minutes - 2006/04/12
April 12, 2006
A regular meeting of the Rush Town Board was held on April 12, 2006 at the Rush Town Offices, 5977 East Henrietta Road and was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Councilman Donald Knab
Councilman Thomas Doupe
Councilwoman Lisa Sluberski
Supervisor William Udicious
Absent: Councilman Luther Keyes, excused
Others:
Frank Pavia, Attorney for the Town of Rush
Steven King, Highway Superintendent
Gerald Kusse, Code Enforcement
Charles Rinere, Fire Marshal
Patricia Stephens, Recreation Supervisor
Mr. & Mrs. Fredric Calev, Rush Mendon Road
Zack Mast, High Manor Drive, Henrietta
Tim Watson, Lyons Road
I Open Forum
Fredric Calev, Rush Mendon Road asked if there had been any changes with respect to his complaint about the commercial business located adjacent to his property and if there was any response to his letter to the Town Board. Supervisor Udicious stated that the property owner next door has been invited to appear before the Planning Board on April 18th and that a determination by that Board will be made before the Town Board responds further.
II Approval of Minutes
RESOLUTION #95
Supervisor Udicious moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 22, 2006 be approved as presented. Councilwoman Sluberski seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
III Transfer of funds and approval of abstract
RESOLUTION #96
Councilman Knab moved that the following transfer of funds be made:
$142.76 from A-1110.4 Municipal Court, Contractual to A1110-2 Municipal Court, Capital Outlay - to cover installation of security window. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
RESOLUTION #97
Supervisor Udicious moved BE IT RESOLVED , that having audited all the claims against the funds listed on the abstract, I move that all claims in the amount of $41,811.00 be allowed for vouchers #325 through #395. Councilman Knab seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
IV Correspondence
1. NYS DOT reply to a letter of concern on the culvert under Routes 251 and 15A. Acknowledges that replacement is needed and that the project will be put on the schedule of repairs but no time period given.
2. NYS Dormitory Authority – part of grant moneys promised for the installation of the backup generator will be received on April 14th. The remainder will be forth coming when the cancelled checks for payment are received.
V Reports of Officers and Committees
1. Town Board – Councilman Doupe reported on the GIS System that was seen at the Association of Town meeting and what was required for the Town to use the system. He has found that it is a Web based system and no special equipment will be required.
2. Code Enforcement Officer Kusse stated that he had given a memo to the board about the 1203 revisions. A draft is being prepared and will be given to Councilman Knab for his in put. Dick Thompson of the NYS Codes Division would like to meet with the Board to speak to the needs of the 1203 legislation. Mr. Kusse asked the Board to pick a time that was acceptable to all. Mr. Kusse asked about the parking issue and Supervisor Udicious stated that the Town needs to either amend it’s current code or establish a new code with regard to parking on Town property that will allow enforcement by the Code Enforcement Officer. This will be discussed at a future meeting. Mr. Kusse also mentioned the strides in technology that have been made in ARC fault interpreters that he has been learning about in his class.
3. Highway Superintendent – Mr. King reported that he has ordered the signs concerning closing hours for the parks and cemeteries and that they should be delivered within a week or so. Supervisor Udicious mentioned that he will continue to solicit bids for the installation of surveillance cameras for placement on the town hall property in light of some recent vandalism. There is money in the budget for this expense.
VI New Business
1. Replacement of mower for Highway Department –
RESOLUTION #98
Supervisor Udicious moved that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to purchase a replacement mower and that the cost of this purchase is included in the highway budget. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
2. Lehigh Valley Trail contract – Highway Superintendent King stated that the old contract had expired and a new one was required for the work to be done this year for the County.
RESOLUTION #99
Councilman Knab moved WHEREAS, the County desires to construct the Lehigh Valley Trail, a 15 miles long multi-
purpose trail to be constructed through the Towns of Mendon and Rush; WHEREAS, the County and the Towns of Mendon and Rush desire to participate in the following project activities outlined in the work agreement;
NOW THEREFORE, the Supervisor is authorized to execute the agreement with the County of Monroe to engage in this work project. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
3. Park Maintenance Costs –
Superintendent King gave the Town Board a break down of costs for the maintenance of town properties (parks, cul de sacs, etc.) He suggested that the upper portion of Stonybrook Park, formerly the site of tennis courts and a dump site, no longer be maintained. Maintenance is a large expense to the town and the parking area does not serve a useful purpose. He proposed removing the culvert pipe under the drive way and taking other actions to make the area unsuitable for parking and allow it to return to a natural condition. There have been a number of complaints by residents about late night activity in that area.
RESOLUTION #100
Supervisor Udicious moved that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to discontinue maintenance of the upper portion of Stonybrook Park and remove the culvert pipe under the driveway to the former parking area. Placement of a NOPARKING sign is suggested as well as the placement of delineators. Councilman Knab seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
Harts Field was discussed and the great costs of the up keep of that field. After discussion there was no decision on the use of the field this summer until the question of the possible sale of the property was addressed by the Attorney for the Town.
Executive Session
Councilman Knab made a motion to move into Executive Session to discuss pending litigation. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion and Board was all in agreement.
Time: 7:35 p.m.
The Board returned to regular session and adjourned with the consent of all the members.
Time: 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda G. Henry
Town Clerk
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