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January 25, 2008
Rush Town Board Minutes - 2008/01/23
RUSH TOWN BOARD
Minutes of January 23, 2008
Regular Meeting
The meeting of the Rush Town Board was called to order by Supervisor William Udicious at 7:00 PM on January 23, 2008, at the Rush Town Offices, 5977 East Henrietta Road, Rush, New York. Everyone present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present: Donald Knab, Councilman
Richard Anderson, Councilman
Thomas Doupe, Councilman
Lisa Sluberski, Councilwoman
William Udicious, Supervisor
Pamela Bucci, Town Clerk
Others Present: Jim Rumsey, 1178 West Henrietta Road
Dave Meyer, 2147 Rush-Mendon Road
Richard Spencer, Rush-Mendon Road
I. OPEN FORUM
Mr. Richard Spencer requested an update on the Community Greenway Project workshop held on January 7, 2008, at the Rush Town Hall and would like to be notified when future meetings would occur. Councilman Anderson responded that members of the Steering and Citizens Committees were informed by e-mail of the workshop and the meeting date was posted on the town website under Government, Community Projects. Minutes of that meeting are being finalized and will be available on the town website.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES January 9, 2008
RESOLUTION # 63
A motion was made by Councilman Knab and seconded by Councilman Doupe to approve the regular meeting minutes of January 9, 2008, as presented.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Anderson aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
III. APPROVAL OF ABSTRACT
RESOLUTION #64
Councilman Knab moved BE IT RESOLVED, that having audited all the claims against the funds listed on the abstract, in the amount of $101,698.18 be allowed for vouchers #45 through #106. Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Councilman Anderson seconded the motion.
Roll:
Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Anderson aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
IV. CORRESPONDENCE
Supervisor Udicious Letter from Monroe County Office of Emergency Preparedness regarding windstorm damage countywide on January 9, 2008. The Count requested a damage submission for Rush. After conferring with Highway Superintendent Steven King an approximation of $12,000 for partial brush pick-up would be needed. Councilman Anderson added that the usually a FEMA declaration occurs with these requests and one did not occur.
Public Hearing - Letter from the Monroe County Clerk of the Legislature announcing a public hearing on January 28, 2008, Pittsford Town Hall, regarding modifications to Agricultural District #6. Modifications include 3 parcels, one of which is in Rush, 57.71 acres at 2705 Pinnacle Road. Public Hearing notice is posted in the Town Hall.
Monroe County Board of Elections Letter from Monroe County Board of Elections was received inviting town officials to attend and view new voting machines at the Medley Center, Irondequoit.
Public Hearing - Noticed of Public Hearing regarding COMIDA, uniform tax exemption policy, on February 14, 2008, at the Ebenezer Watts Building, South Fitzhugh Street. Hearing is posted in the Town Hall.
V. REPORT OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES
A. Councilman Anderson Both Pamela Bucci and Councilman Anderson attended the Association of Towns training for Newly Elected Officials in Rochester, New York on January 15-17, 2008.
B. Councilman Doupe wished to remind the community of the Rush Public Librarys hosting of its annual Wine Tasting event at the Rabbit Room, Honeoye Falls, on Saturday, February 2, 2008, $25.00 each/$45.00 couple.
C. Councilwoman Sluberski reported as liaison to Zoning Board of Appeals that comments on the planning unit development, (PUD) have been submitted to the Town Board.
D. Code Enforcement Officer Kusse reported that the log jam on Honeoye Creek has been removed.
VI. OLD BUSINESS
Update on Quality Communities Project (re: Dam Study) - Councilman Richard Anderson reported that an underwater assessment was done as a precursor to an engineering study that needs to be completed. There is structural damage to the Dam and other conditions warrant attention. Supervisor Udicious forwarded the Larsen Engineering report and detailed engineering report to local and state officials. Request for funds to repair the Dam were previously submitted in 1996, 2000 and 2007 to no avail. Recent findings may elevate the Dam to a higher hazard classification.
Farmland Preservation - Councilman Anderson noted the 2005 recommendation of the Planning Board to adopt one of two processes to ensure farmland preservation. Options include tax abatement by public referendum or a rolling farmland trust which requires federal funding. Councilman Anderson recommended a tax abatement program. Currently, Rush has 370 acres that are protected. Councilman Anderson will respond to the Planning Board that the Town Board will further study the tax abatement option.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
Proposal for Co-location on Cell Tower behind Town Hall (Verizon) - Supervisor Udicious stated that Verizon would like to locate within the hamlet of Rush and is proposing to co-locate on the cell tower behind the Town Hall.
Monroe County has enacted the amendment of local laws for Tax Exemptions for Persons Age 65 or Over, Persons with Social Security Classified Disabilities and a local law granting Cold War Veterans Exemption. The Cold War timeframe is September 2, 1945, through December 26, 1991. A public hearing date will be set for February 13, 2008, at 7:15 PM. Publication of legal notices will be done.
VIII. OPEN FORUM
Mr. Dave Meyers encouraged the Town Board to continue working on the creek and Dam. He also inquired the state on the Rush Deli and Market, which is private property
Supervisor Udicious stated that the Town is in constant contact with the realtor but final decisions have not been made. Mr. Meyers noted that farmland preservation is important to residents.
Mr. Richard Spencer commented that he was more interested in farmland he could see and drive by from the road than farmland in somebody elses backyard. He is not interested in preserving a way of life but preserving green space for an impact on the quality of life.
Mr. Richard Spencer requested better internet access in Rush. The southern part of Rush does not have broadband access.
Councilman Knab moved to adjourn the meeting and Councilman Anderson seconded it. The meeting was ended by common consent at 7:59 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Pamela J. Bucci
Town Clerk
Posted by gmadore at 1:40 PM
January 22, 2008
Wine Tasting Event, 2008 - A Vintage Year
The Rush Democratic Committee urges all town residents to attend the Rush Library Wine-Tasting event.
The Rush Library will be holding their 4th annual Wine-Tasting Event, “A Vintage Year - 2008” on Saturday, February 2nd, from 7:00-9:00 PM sponsored by the Friends of the Rush Library. This is an elegant evening of wine, hors d’oeuvres, live classical music, and good cheer (ladies, get out your vintage jewelry and boas!) Back by popular demand will be the silent auction of goods and services donated by local businesses, as well as the exceptional chocolate-tasting station.
The money raised from this event will supplement our campaign for a Reading Garden outside the Library. Advance tickets cost $25 per person/$45 per couple; tickets at the door will cost $30 per person/$50 per couple.
To purchase advance tickets, please call event chairperson, Heather Iannone, at 359-9914, or stop in at the Library.
Posted by gmadore at 11:36 PM
January 13, 2008
Rush Town Board Minutes - 2008/01/09
RUSH TOWN BOARD
Regular Meeting
January 9, 2008
The Regular Meeting of the Rush Town Board was called to order by Supervisor William Udicious at 7:00 PM on January 9, 2008, at the Rush Town Offices, 5977 East Henrietta Road, Rush, New York, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Present: Donald Knab, Councilman
Richard Anderson, Councilman
Thomas Doupe, Councilman
Lisa Sluberski, Councilwoman
William Udicious, Supervisor
Pamela Bucci, Town Clerk
Others: Frank Pavia, Attorney for the Town
Jim Rumsey, 1178 West Rush Road
Jack Mould, 6542 Rush-Lima Road
I. Approval of Minutes
RESOLUTION #61
Councilman Knab moved that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 12, 2007, be approved as written. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion.
Roll: Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Anderson aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
II. Transfer of Funds and Approval of Abstract
RESOLUTION # 62
Councilman Knab moved that the following transfers of funds be made and that the abstract in the amount of $86,059.84 covering vouchers #1 through #44 be approved:
Decrease Appropriation Increase Appropriation
Amount Account Description Account Description
$86.00 A-1310.2 Finance A-1310.4 Finance
Capital Outlay Contractual
To cover final ADP Fees of 2007
$500.00 A-1620.1 Building A-1620.4 Building
Personal Services Contractual
To Cover final Utility Bills of 2007
$1,360.00 A-1670.4 Central Printing A-5132.4 Garage
Contractual Contractual
To Cover final Utility Bills of 2007
$975.00 A-1450.4 Elections A-5182.4 Street Lighting
Contractual Contractual
To Cover final Utility Bills of 2007
$5,200.00 A-7020.4 Recreation A-9901.9 Transfers
Contractual To Other Funds
To Cover Highway Fund needs (see trans 15,16)
$4,290.75 A-8020.4 Planning A-9901.9 Transfers
Contractual To Other Funds
To Cover Highway Fund needs (see trans 15,16)
$442.83 DA-5110.1 General Repairs DA-5130.4 Machinery
Personal Services Contractual
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$2,241.91 DA-5142.1 Snow Removal DA-5140.1 Misc. Brush/Weeds
Personal Services Personal Services
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$451.13 DA-9060.8 Fringe Benefits DA-5140.4 Misc. Brush/Weeds
Health Insurance Contractual
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$50.67 DA-9060.8 Fringe Benefits DA-5148.4 Other Governments
Health Insurance Contractual
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$263.79 DA-5110.1 General Repairs DA-5148.1 Other Government
Personal Services Personal Services
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$779.97 DA-5142.1 Snow Removal DA-5148.1 Other Government
Personal Services Personal Services
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$291.78 DA-9060.8 Fringe Benefits DA-5148.1 Other Government
Health Insurance Personal Services
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$629.67 DA-5142.1 Snow Removal DA-9030.8 Fringe Benefits
Personal Services Social Security
Transfer within Hwy to Cover final 2007 Expenses
$6,718.15 DA-5031 Inter-fund Transfers DA-5130.1 Machinery
Personal Services
To Cover Highway Fund needs (see trans 5,6)
$2,772.60 DA-5031 Inter-fund Transfers DA-5148.1 Other Government
Personal Services
To Cover Highway Fund needs (see trans 5,6)
Councilman Doupe seconded the motion.
Roll: Councilman Knab aye
Councilman Anderson aye
Councilman Doupe aye
Councilwoman Sluberski aye
Supervisor Udicious aye carried.
III. Correspondence
E-mail to Supervisor Udicious from Cedarwood Insurance, town insurance carrier Supervisor Udicious reported that Cedarwood has received two claims of suit against the Town of Rush related to Gile vs. County of Monroe and Cincia vs. County of Monroe. Both suits involve a truck roll-over occurring during a paving project on Honeoye Falls No. 6 Road.
IV. Reports of Officers and Committees
1. Town Board
Supervisor Udicious, reported that advertising of both the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Assessment Review Board open positions resulted in only a couple applications. The Board will accept additional applications until its next meeting, January 23, 2008. At that time interviews will be scheduled.
Councilman Knab stated that gutter work on the Town Hall has been completed.
Councilman Anderson discussed the progress on the Hamlet of Rush and Honeoye Creek Greenway Project. Reports, maps, and resource material were distributed. An Areas of Focus meeting was held on January 8, 2008, at the Rush Town Hall.
Councilman Doupe announced the Rush Public Librarys Wine Tasting Fundraiser is scheduled on Saturday, February 2, 2008, 7 PM, at the Rabbit Room, Honeoye Falls. Also, there are two new members of the Library Board of Trustees, Chris Giordano and Terry Shern.
Councilwoman Sluberski noted that the Zoning Board of Appeals discussed the Planned Unit Development (PUD) and will be preparing their comments for the Town Board.
Councilman Sluberski reported that the Recreation Departments Winter Festival scheduled for January 26th has been cancelled due to lack of vendor participation.
2. Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector Mr. Kusse reported that removal of the log jam on Honeoye Creek would be postponed due to warm weather and muddy conditions prohibiting heavy equipment on the surrounding properties without damage.
Mr. Kusse stated that the Rush Market and Deli purchase is currently in negotiations.
V. Old Business
1. Dedication of Telephone Road Extension The deed has been provided to the Town for the dedication of this road extension. The town will now maintain the road. The road will no longer be called an extension but will be included as part of Telephone Road. An informational letter will be forwarded to current residents affected by the dedication.
2. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for 2007 Supervisor Udicious will be resubmitting the CDBG request for additional funding by February 15, 2008, for ADA compliancy improvements.
3. Request for Re-zoning of Properties at 6115 and 6123 Rush-Lima Road from Residential R-30 to Commercial (C). Comments from Monroe County Planning were provided to all Town Board and Planning Board members and Frank Pavia, Esq.
VI. New Business
1. Establish Public Hearing date for a Local Law Providing for the Administration and Enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code Mr. Kusse noted that the State provided a template of the Local Law. A public meeting will be scheduled for February 20th, 2008, 7:15 PM.
2. Historian Responsibilities - Supervisor Udicious requested the Town Clerk collect historical information as it occurs in the Town in the absence of the Town Historian. Town Historian David Oliver is on active duty serving the Country in Afghanistan. Town Clerk Bucci accepted the interim responsibility and will contact Mr. Oliver via email on the matter.
3. Planned Unit Development (PUD) Supervisor Udicious has forwarded a memorandum to both Zoning and Planning Boards requesting input so that a future public hearing can be conducted. All boards were provided samples of other town PUDs from the Attorney for the Town.
4. Councilman Anderson will download an application on Farmland Preservation to the Planning Board.
5. Supervisor Udicious suggested that the Town enlist a professional firm to update the Towns Comprehensive Plan and that noted that funds would be provided for in the 2009 Budget.
6. Supervisor Udicious announced that the Association of Towns of the State of New York will be conducting a 2008 Training School on January 15-17, 2008, in Rochester, New York. Councilman Anderson and Town Clerk Bucci will be attending. The Annual Association of Towns Training and Meeting will be held in New York City on February 17-20, 2008. Councilwoman Sluberski and Councilmen Doupe and Knab will be attending this training.
Councilman Anderson moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilman Knab seconded the motion and the meeting ended by common consent at 8 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Pamela J. Bucci
Town Clerk
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