April 18, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes
REGULAR MEETING – VILLAGE OF NORTHVILLE
Monday April 18, 2016
The Village Board met Monday, April 18, 2016 at 6:48 PM at the village offices.
Present: John Spaeth, Mayor
Debra Ellsworth, Trustee
Matthew Ginter, Trustee
John Markiewicz, Trustee
Sue Sedon, Trustee
Nathan Matthews, Treasurer/Recording Secretary
Excused: Wendy Reu, Village Clerk, Recording Secretary
Mayor Spaeth called the meeting to order at 6:48 p.m.
Motion to approve the minutes of the March 22, 2016 Budget Workshop was made by Trustee Ellsworth, seconded by Trustee Markiewicz, and passed by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
Motion to approve the minutes of the March 22, 2016 Regular Meeting was made by Trustee Ginter, seconded by Trustee Ellsworth, and passed by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
PUBLIC COMMENTS – No members of the public asked to address the Board.
REPORT OF COMMITTEES:
Police –Mayor Spaeth cited the statistics in the police report for April, which is on file. There were six complaints handled, two of which were criminal. A total of 147 man-hours were expended.
Streets – Trustee Ginter reported that Spring cleanup of brush and leaves had begun. Mayor Spaeth discussed summer hires for the street crew. He indicated that none of the three previous workers would be returning this year. Mayor Spaeth stated that we currently had one applicant and that Highway Superintendent Reidell was looking to get additional applications.
Water – It was reported that usage decreased from 2,883,000 gallons in March 2015 to 2,232,000 this year. Water testing and operations were normal.
Mayor Spaeth informed the Board that it has come to his attention that the physical address of the Water Department has been changed to Darryl Roosa’s home address. He stated that would need to be corrected and he would have a conversation with Darryl regarding other water issues.
Fire – Fire Department Report for March 2016
| Village of Northville (1) | Smoke condition 1 |
| Town of Northampton (2) | MVA 1
Smoke detector activation 1 |
| Town of Hope (1) | Cancelled Enroute 1 |
| Mutual Aid Given (1) |
Total Man-hours reported were 61
Mayor Spaeth reported after talking with the Fire Chief regarding the mileage reimbursement request that was submitted by the First Assistant Chief for training, it was determined that the Chief gave permission for the training after the fact. While it sets a bad precedent, payment was authorized this time for the mileage.
Mayor Spaeth reported that the Fireman’s Association received bids for construction of a new firehouse and the bids came in at $ 1.9 million and $ 2.0 million. He indicated that the Association members were now looking at building a free standing firehouse and turning the old firehouse over to the Village for renovation.
Code Enforcement – Mayor Spaeth reported four building permits were issued during April according to the Code Enforcement report on file.
Joint Youth – Mayor Spaeth reported Ken Adamczyk was hired as the Joint Youth Director.
Comprehensive Plan – Trustee Markiewicz gave a report on the Comprehensive Plan Committee meetings. He indicated they are hoping to have a completed draft for the Board to review by July.
TRANSFERS
Trustee Ellsworth made a motion to approve the Transfers requested by Treasurer Matthews as follows:
$250.00
From: A1325.402 – Clerk Treasurer – Printing Advertising
To: A1325.2 – Clerk Treasurer – Equipment
$500.00
From: A1420.4 – Attorney – Contractual
To: A1450.4 – Elections – Contractual
$100.00
From: A8010.2 – Zoning – Equipment
To: A8010.405 – Zoning – Training
$250.00
From: F8320.411 – Water – Corrosive Control
To: F8340.401 – Water Transmission/Distribution – Supplies
The motion was seconded by Trustee Markiewicz and carried by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Sedon
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Bills to be paid from the General Fund in the amount of $ 41,159.56, from the Water Fund in the amount of $ 3,143.55 and from the Joint Youth Fund in the amount of $ 56.92 were presented for payment. Motion to approve payment was made by Trustee Ellsworth, seconded by Trustee Markiewicz, discussed, and carried by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Sedon
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
OLD BUSINESS:
Mayor Spaeth reported that asbestos was discovered at the Third Street property, in the windows and a few of the roof shingles, and he presented four quotes for removal. After discussion, Trustee Ginter made a motion to award the asbestos removal project to C & C Unlimited, Inc. at a cost of $ 6,950.00. The motion was seconded by Trustee Ellsworth and carried by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Sedon
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
Mayor Spaeth reported he would contact the County demolition team to schedule tearing down the building. He indicated he would try and coordinate the asbestos removal and demolition so the building isn’t sitting too long with the windows removed.
Mayor Spaeth gave an update on the Senior Housing grant STFSL had applied for. He indicated the group did not get funding. He also indicated that a group called Pathstone is looking at a larger facility and they were hoping to partner with Lexington Center to house higher functioning clients in addition to senior citizens. Mayor Spaeth indicated the group is looking at trying to purchase the old hotel on Main Street.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mayor Spaeth presented a request for the CM5K on September 3, 2016. Upon reviewing the request, Trustee Ellsworth stated that they were looking to block Main Street off for the duration of the race. She voiced concern because last year, the Board specified that Main Street be kept open during the race and a running lane was established for that purpose. The Board agreed that Main Street should be kept open. It was also noted that the group was looking for two police cars to close off sections of the race and the Village only has one car. Discussion ensued on the subject of painted logos that were applied to the Village streets to designate the race route and the Board did not want permanent markings applied to the streets. It was agreed that chalk markings or some other non-permanent marking could be used. Trustee Markiewicz made a motion to approve the CM5K race on September 3, 2016 with the modifications discussed. The motion was seconded by Trustee Ginter and carried by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Sedon
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
Mayor Spaeth presented a project entitled “Digitaltown” to the Board for their consideration. He explained that Wiliam Monster’s son is the CEO of an electronic marketing firm called Digitaltown. He explained they are trying to set up a web/application internet online presence for the village or anyone in the area that wants to be a part of it. He explained that individual merchants can sell through the application. Mayor Spaeth reported there is no cost to the Village forever. He continued by stating that Northville would be used as a prototype for the project in this area. Trustee Sedon asked why the project wasn’t brought before the Merchant’s Association. Mayor Spaeth stated the project was brought before the CCC meeting last month and they too thought it should go to the Merchant’s but the developers are looking at municipal participation to advance their program into other parts of the County and State. After continued discussion, the Board felt Mayor Spaeth could continue to get more information and bring it back to the Board at a later date.
Mayor Spaeth presented Local Law # 1 of 2016 as follows for the Board’s review:
Chapter 68 – Games of Chance, Limited to Raffles
68-1 Title
This chapter shall be known as the “Games of Chance, Limited to Raffles”
68-2 Definitions
Unless the context otherwise requires, the meaning of the terms used in this chapter shall be as follows:
AUTHORIZED ORGANIZATIONS – An authorized organization as defined in Subdivision 4 of Section 186 of the General Municipal Law.
GAMES OF CHANCE, LIMITED TO RAFFLES – Games of chance, limited to raffles as defined by Subdivision 3-b of Section 186 of the General Municipal Law
68-3 Games of Chance, Limited to Raffles, Authorized
Any authorized organization may conduct games of chance, limited to raffles, within the Village of Northville as provided in Article 9-a, Subsection 190-a of the General Municipal Law and as provided further in this chapter. Such games of chance shall be conducted in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and with the rules and regulations adopted by the New York State Racing and Wagering Board.
68-4 Penalties for offenses
Any willful violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute and be punishable as a misdemeanor as provided in Article 9-a, Subsection 195-k of the General Municipal Law.
68-5 Effective date
This Local Law shall not become effective unless and until it shall have been approved by a majority of the electors voting on a proposition submitted at a general or special election held within the Village of Northville who are qualified to vote for officers of the Village and thereafter filed in the office of the New York State Secretary of State.
After review, Trustee Ellsworth made a motion to adopt Local Law # 1 of 2016 as presented and to schedule a public hearing for May 17, 2016 meeting. The motion was seconded by Trustee Sedon and carried by voice vote as follows:
Aye: Mayor Spaeth, Trustee Ellsworth, Trustee Ginter, Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Sedon
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0
Mayor Spaeth reported that the Village of Northville website was recently launched and already receiving great reviews and feedback. Mayor Spaeth thanked Clerk Wendy Reu for the website work and assistance she provided to site developer Betsy Emery.
Trustee Ginter reported that photos of the Waterfront Park entrance and a map of businesses in the Village was included in a recent Adirondack Life magazine. He also noted that the Inn at the Bridge was voted the top B&B in the state.
Trustee Ginter asked about the status of the Village green sign/information board. He stated it still looked to be a mess at times, with letters falling out of place. Mayor Spaeth stated he would speak with Randy Palmateer about fixing the issue and if he could not, the sign would need to be turned over to the Village.
Mayor Spaeth discussed the Park Use Application with the Board. He opened the discussion regarding fees for use of the park. After continued discussion, the Board agreed that there should be a $ 200.00 refundable security deposit collected.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Board, motion was made to adjourn by Trustee Markiewicz. seconded by Trustee Ellsworth, and passed by voice vote with no one dissenting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Wendy Reu
Village Clerk
