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1970-01-01 ORG 347-A Special Organization January 1, 1970 Meeting Present: Gerald B. Solomon Supervisor Lloyd Demboski Councilman John D. Austin, Jr. Councilman Harold Robillard , Councilman Hammond Robertson, Jr. Councilman The meeting was called to order at 10:10 A.M. January 1, 1970 i Gentlemen: Pursuant to New York Town Law, I hereby appoint Forrest J. Crannell as Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessments. Betty Eggleston Rec. Taxes & Assessments January 1, 1970 Mr. Gerald Solomon Supervisor, Town of Queensbury Town Office Building Bay and Haviland Roads Glens Falls, New York Dear Gerry, Upon entering the office of Town Clerk on January 1, 1970, I would like to appoint Francis Gilheany as my First Deputy. As my Second Deputy I would like to appoint Mrs. Lois Chase. Sincerely, Donald Chase Town Clerk Supervisor' s Office January 1, 1970 To: Queensbury Town Board Gentlemen, Pursuant to New York Town Law, I hereby appoint Sylvia Dougher as my bookkeeper-confidential secretary to serve at the pleasure of the supervisor. Gerald B. Solomon Supervisor RESOLUTION TO SET TOWN BOARD MEETINGS RESOLUTION N0, 1, Introduced by Mr. Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. RESOLVED, that the regular meetings of the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury, shall be held on. the second and fourth Thursday of each month thereafter at 8:00 o'clock P.M. at the Queensbury Town Office Building, Bay and Haviland Roads, Town of Queensbury, and be it further RESOLVED, that any special meetings on the remaining Thursdays will be subject to a- 2 day notice in advance by the Supervisor. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None 3 4 CAA RESOLUTION NO. 2. Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. RESOLVED, that the Town Board will subscribe to Roberts Rules of Order for the year 1970. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER RESOLUTION No. 3, Introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that the Glens Falls Times and the Post Star be and are hereby designated as the official newspapers for publishing legal notices of the Town of Queensbury. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ATTENDANCE TO MEETING OF THE ASSOCIATION OF TOWNS RESOLUTION No. 4, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that the following Town Officers by and are hereby authorized to attend the annual meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York to be held in New York City, New York, on February 9th, 10th, and 11th, 1970. Supervisor Recreation Commission Justice of Peace Members (2) Councilmen (4) Town Attorney Town Clerk or Deputy Town Clerk Building Inspector Superintendent of Highways Chairman of Board of Assessors Chief of Police 1 Sergeant and be it further RESOLVED, that the actual and necessary expenses of any Town Officer attending such meeting be and the same are town charges, and be it further RESOLVED, that Supervisor Solomon be and is hereby authorized to cast the vote of the Town of Queensbury, and in his absence, John Austin is to cast the vote of the Town. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT THE TOWN HISTORIAN RESOLUTION No. 5, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that Mary St.John be and is hereby appointed Town Historian to serve at the pleasure of the board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None 4349A RESOLUTION TO RETAIN THE TOWN SURVEYOR RESOLUTION No. 6, Introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. RESOLVED, that John B. VanDusen of the Town of Queensbury, be retained as Town Surveyor of the Town of Queensbury for the fiscal year of 1970 at an annual compensation of $3,400 and that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a contract with John B. VanDusen for such services, and be it further RESOLVED, that in addition to the services provided by such contract, the Town Board employ said John B. VanDusen to perform other services as may be required which will involve the employment by him of persons to assist in compiling data, drafting and similar work, and that the Town reimburse John B. VanDusen for such additional work and expenses in connection therewith during the fiscal year of 1970 but not to exceed in the aggregate the sum of $1,000 which reimbursement shall be made only upon itemized and certified vouchers therefore audited by the Town Board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIGHWAY SUPT. TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES RESOLUTION NO. 7, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that purchase of materials, supplies and tools for the Highway Department may be made by the Town Superintendent of Highways without the prior approval of the Town Board where the cost thereof does not exceed an aggregate of $500.00 during the fiscal year. Duly adopted by the following,.vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF SAND AND_ GRAVEL RESOLUTION NO. 8, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Town, Superintendent of Highways to purchase needed sand and gravel for the use on the Town Highways at a cost thereof not to exceed $.10 per yard. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT DEPUTY AND SECOND DEPUTY TOWN CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 9, Introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. WHEREAS, Donald Chase, Town Clerk, has appointed Frank X. Gilheany, Deputy Town Clerk, and Lois Chase, second Deputy part-time, therefore be it RESOLVED, that these two Deputy Town Clerks appointed by the Town Clerk shall have the power to perform all duties of the Town Clerk, and such further duties as the Town Board may determine, not. inconsistent with Law. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None 350A RESOLUTION TO APPOINT REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS RESOLUTION NO. 10, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. RESOLVED, that Donald Chase be appointed Registrar of Vital Statistics, to serve at the pleasure of this board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson, and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT DEPUTY REGISTRAR —' RESOLUTION NO. 11, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, Donald Chase, Registrar of Vital Statistics, has appointed Lois Chase at Deputy Registrar, therefore be it RESOLVED, that Lois Chase shall have the power to perform all duties of the Registrar of Vital Statistics and such further. duties as the Town Board may determine, not inconsistent with law. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO SET MILEAGE ALLOWANCE RESOLUTION NO. 12, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. RESOLVED, that the sum of $.10 a mile be and is hereby allowed for the actual and necessary use of the automobile of a Town Officer in the performance of his duties. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE OFFICIAL BANKS RESOLUTION No. 13, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 64 of the Town Law, The Glens Falls National Bank & Trust Company, The First National Bank of Glans Falls , The Glens Falls Savings & Loan, and The State Bank of Albany be and they hereby are designated as depositories for funds of the Town of Queensbury for the fiscal year of 1970, and that the authority be and hereby is delegated to the Supervisor to determine the accounts and the amounts to be deposited in each bank. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE YEAR 1970 RESOLUTION NO. 14, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. WHEREAS, The Town of- Queensbury, has established a Police Department under Section 150 of the Town Law, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the following are named to positions in the Police Department for the year 1970, to serve at the pleasure of this Board. Chief of Police - Gilbert Schlierer Provisional Sergeant - William Mellon Patrolman - James Ogden and Patrick Catone ,- Special Policeman - Raymond Hoague, LeRoy Phillips, William Joslyn, and Richard Casey and be it further RESOLVED, that any compensation fixed for policemen is for criminal matters and that the policemen shall retain and are entitled to retain all civil fees. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT BOARD OF ASSESSORS RESOLUTION NO. 15, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. RESOLVED, that Leon Nassivera, George Liapes, and Warren Varney be and hereby are appointed Assessors of the Town of Queensbury for the term of two years, to serve -at the pleasure of this board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS RESOLUTION No. 16, Introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that Leon Nassivera be and is hereby appointed Chairman of Assessors for the year 1970. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None- RESOLUTION TO APPOINT DOG WARDEN RESOLUTION N0. 17, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that Edward J. Waters be and he hereby is appointed Dog Warden of the Town of Queensbury for the year 1970. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None 52 A RESOLUTION TO SET COMPENSATION OF DEPUTY TOWN CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 18, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. RESOLVED, that the compensation of Frank X. Gilheany, Deputy Town Clerk, be and the same is hereby fixed at the rate of $1,700.00 per year. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO SET COMPENSATION OF SECOND PART-TIME DEPUTY TOWN CLERK J RESOLUTION NO. 19, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that the services of the second part-time Deputy Town Clerk be paid on town voucher audited by the Town Board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH HOURLY RATE FOR TOWN EMPLOYEES RESOLUTION NO. 20, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. RESOLVED, that the hourly rates for town employees, beginning with the first payroll period of 1970 be and are hereby fixed as follows : Working Foreman $2.95 Shovel Operators 2. 75 Grader Operators 2. 75 Motorized Equipment Operators 2.55 _ Laborers - Class A 2.40 Laborers - Class B 2.10 Clerical, except those on fixed salary 2.00 and be it further RESOLVED, that it is hereby understood that the classification "Labor Class A" is intended to include full time, regular able bodied employees, and that classification "Labor Class B" is intended to include part-time, casual, temporary, or seasonal employees, the judgement of the department head determining the proper payroll classification. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None Councilman Hammond Robertson Jr. commented that the above figures represented an increase over latt year and while he did not feel the raises were excessive they did reflect the rise in the cost of living and he hoped they would be an incentive to keep the capable employees that the Town of Queensbury has. 4 M RESOLUTION TO APPOINT DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS RESOLUTION NO. 21, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, and seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, Carl A. Garb, Superintendent of Highways, has recommended the apointment of a Deputy Superintendent of Highways, therefore be it RESOLVED, that Herbert E. Corlew, Jr. , is hereby appointed Deputy Superintendent of Highways to serve at the pleasure of the Town Board. Duly adapted by the following vote: k Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT ASSISTANT BUILDING INSPECTOR RESOLUTION NO. 22, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that LeRoy Phillips be and he is hereby appointed Assistant Building Inspector for the Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York, for the year 1970. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO APPOINT RECEIVER OF TAXES & ASSESSMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 23, Introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury did, May 25, 1967, adopt Resolution No. 97, which provided, under Subdivision 6(e) of Section 20 of the Town Law, that the office of Receiver of Taxes & Assessments would become appointive on January 1, 1968, therefore be it RESOLVED, that Betty Eggleston of West Glens Falls be and she is hereby appointed as Receiver of Taxes and Assessments in the Town of Queensbury for a term of two years effective January 1, 1970 through December 31, 1971. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE DEPUTY RECEIVER OF TAXES RESOLUTION NO. 24, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. WHEREAS, Betty Eggleston has appointed Forrest J. Crannell as Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessments and has so notified this Board, therefore be it Y RESOLVED, that the Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessments shall have power to perform all duties of the Receiver of Taxes and Assess- ments and such further duties as the Town Board may determine, not inconsistent with Law. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None- 3544A RESOLUTION TO SET COMPENSATION OF DEPUTY RECEIVER OF TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 25, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, with the conduct of business in the Town Office Building it is deemed adviseable to provide compensation for the Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessments, be it RESOLVED, that the compensation of Forrest J. Crannell, Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessments is hereby fixed at $2.00 per hour, payable upon proper verification of the Receiver of Taxes j and Assessments. This amount together with all other payroll { expenses not to exceed $750.00. —� Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO SET SALARY SCHEDULE RESOLUTION NO. 26, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Demboski. RESOLVED, that the salary of each Town Officer set forth in the following schedule be and is hereby fixed at the amount as specified: NAME OFFICE ANNUAL SALARY Gerald B. Solomon Supervisor $ 73,000.00 Donald Chase Town Clerk 51700.00 Lloyd Demboski Councilman 231400.00 Harold Robillard Councilman 23,400.00 John Austin Councilman 2,400.00 Hammond Robertson, Jr. Councilman 21400.00 f Meredith S. Bentley Justice of Peace 4,000.00 James A. Davidson Justice of Peace 4,000.00 Leon Nassivera Chairman of Assessors 71000.00 Warren T. Varney Assessor 13,800.00 George Liapes Assessor 1,800.00 Dr. Robert A. Reid Health Officer 2,400.00 Betty Eggleston Rec. of Taxes & Assessments 5,000.00 Carl A. Garb Supt, of Highways 89400.00 Herbert E. Corlew, Jr. Dept. Supt. of Highways 7,400.00 Mary St.John Historian 200:00 Frank X. Gilheany Dept. Town Clerk 11700.00 Sylvia Dougher Secretary to Supervisor 6,300.00 Edward Waters Dog Warden 1,000.00 Gilbert Schlierer Chief of Police 8,300.00 William Mellon Provisional Sergeant 7,300.00 James Ogden Patrolman 6,300.00 Patrick Catone Patrolman 6,300.00 Thomas K. Flaherty Water Superintendent 82000.00 John Dunn Caretaker Pineview Cemetery 6,500.00 LeRoy Phillips Asst. Building Inspector 72000.00 Building Inspector 7,500.00 3 Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None Councilman Robertson commented that quite a number of these salaries represented an increase over last year and do reflect the rise in the cost of living and hoped they would serve as an incentive to keep the competent employees that the Town of Queensbury has. `355A RESOLUTION TO NAME COUNSEL TO TOWN BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 27, Introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, this Board deems itself in need of legal counsel in the conduct of . its affairs, and WHEREAS, the office of Town Attorney has not been established or provision for a salary therefor included in the 1970 budget, therefore be it RESOLVED, that Harold W. Katz, Esq. , Attorney, residing in the Town of Queensbury, be employed by thi$ Board to render such legal services as may be required and that payment for such services shall be a town voucher audited by the Town Board. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr., Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PETTY CASH FUND FOR TOWN CLERK RESOLUTION No. 28, Introduced by Mr. Robillard, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, this Board had previously authorized a Petty Cash fund for the Town Clerk in the amount of $50.00 and WHEREAS, the retiring Town Clerk, George C. Crannell, did return the sum of $50.00 to the Supervisor and WHEREAS, such sum was duly deposited in the General Town Fund, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized and directed to pay the sum of $50.00 to Donald Chase, Town Clerk, to establish a Petty Cash fund in the office of the Town Clerk provided that the fund is established and maintained in accordance with Town Law. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes - None RESOLUTION FOR APPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCY IN OFFICE OF COUNTY SUPERVISOR RESOLUTION No. 29, Introduced by Mr. Solomon, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the office of the County Supervisor for the Town of Queensbury because of the resignation of County Supervisor, THOMAS M. LAWSON, who was elected to said office for a term of two years which expires December 31, 1971; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in pursuance of the power vested in us by Local Law No. 2 of the year 1966 for the County of Warren, State of New York, we, the members of the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury, do hereby appoint THOMAS J. MURPHY of said Town to fill the vacancy existing in such office of County Supervisor in the Town of Queensbury. Such appointment is effective immediately and the said THOMAS J. MURPHY shall hold office until December 31, 1970. R56A IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and seals at the Town Office Building in said Town on the 1st day of January, 1970. GERALD B. SOLOMON L. S. Supervisor JOHN D. AUSTIN, JR. L.S. Councilman LLOYD H. DEMBOSKI L.S. Councilman HAROLD E. ROBILLARD L.S. Councilman HAMMOND ROBERTSON L.S. Councilman The following Appointment of Committees was presented by Supervisor Solomon. January 1, 1970 To: The Town Board Subject: Appointment of Committees Effective this date I hereby appoint the following members of the Board to serve on the following committees for the year 1970. STANDING COMMITTEES Highway ''Robertson Austin Refuse Disposal Area Solomon Robertson Lighting Solomon Robillard Drainage Robillard Austin Fire Companies Robillard Solomon Legislative Demboski Robertson Zoning & Planning Robertson Demboski Libraries Robillard Demboski Water District Robertson Solomon Cemeteries Austin Robertson Traffic Safety Austin Demboski Sewerage Austin Robillard Elections Austin Robillard Assessments Solomon Robillard Insurance Robillard Demboski Recreation Demboski Solomon Health Demboski Austin Industrial Development and Town Promotion Robertson Solomon Town Buildings Solomon Austin Public Housing Demboski Robertson Beautification Demboski Austin Police Robillard Solomon *Chairman - First named Respectfully submitted Gerald B. Solomon, Supervisor On motion the meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted Donald A. Chase, Town Clerk