2016-03-21 MTG 10 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING, 03-21-2016,MTG#10 360
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING MTG#10
March 21, 2016 RES# 117-128
7:00 P.M. LL#: 2
TOWN BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
SUPERVISOR JOHN STROUGH
COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
COUNCILMAN BRIAN CLEMENTS
COUNCILMAN DOUG IRISH
COUNCILMAN WILLIAM VANNESS
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TOWN COUNSEL
ROBERT HAFNER, ESQ.
TOWN OFFICIALS
JAMES FITZGERALD, ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
SUPERVISOR STROUGH called meeting to order...
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
1.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC HEARING: LOCAL LAW TO AMEND QUEENSBURY TOWN CODE
RELATING TO CONTRACTING FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
NOTICE SHOWN
PUBLICATION DATE: MARCH 11, 2016
SUPERVISOR STROUGH-Reviewed for the public the proposed local law. Opened public
hearing. No public comment. Closed public hearing.
RESOLUTION ADOPTING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2016
AMENDING QUEENSBURY TOWN CODE RELATING TO
CONTRACTING FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO.: 117,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS,the Queensbury Town Board wishes to authorize additional options for providing
animal control services in the Town, and
WHEREAS,the Town Board has prepared proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2016 which provides for
such options, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board duly held a Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law on March
21, 2016 and heard all interested persons,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby adopts Local Law No. 2 of 2016, and
BE IT FURTHER-
RESOLVED,that the Town Board herebv authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to file the Local
Law with the New York Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule
Law and acknowledges that the Local Law shall become operative immediately and shall be effective
upon filing by the office of the New York Secretary of State.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March, 2016,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Irish, Mr. VanNess, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT None
LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2016
LOCAL LAW AMENDING QUEENSBURY TOWN CODE RELATING TO
CONTRACTING FOR ANIMAL AND DOG CONTROL SERVICES
Be it Enacted by the Queensbury Town Board as follows:
1. PURPOSE AND AUTHORITY. The purpose of this Local Law is to authorize
additional options for the Town Board to provide for animal and dog control in the Town. It is
adopted pursuant to New York Agriculture and Markets Law and Municipal Home Rule Law.
2. TOWN CODE AMENDMENTS.
A. Town Code Chapter 5, entitled "Animal Control Officer", is hereby amended as
follows:
(1) The definition of Animal Control Officer in Section 5-4 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
An individual appointed by the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury, or
any authorized officer, agent or employee of an incorporated humane
society or similar incorporated animal protective association under contract
with the Town to provide animal control services, who has the authority and
responsibility set forth in this chapter and who shall bear the additional
authority and responsibility to assist in the administration and enforcement of
Article 7 of the Agriculture and Markets Law and Chapter 73 of the Code of
the Town of Queensbury and who, for these purposes, shall also be titled or
known as 'Dog Control Officer."
(2) Section 5-5 is hereby amended as follows:
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(a) The title of Section 5-5 is amended to read as follows:
Esta lis m°r* Authorization of position; term of office; salary; hours;
qualifications; authorization of contract.
(b) Paragraph A. is amended to read as follows:
A Cfeation and establis m°r*Authorization of position. There is hereby
authorized to be created and established in the Town an officer and
position to be known as "Animal Control Officer," which position
shall be under the direction and administration of the Town
Supervisor.
(c) The following new paragraph E. is added:
E. Authorization of contract. In lieu of appointing an individual to act
as Animal Control Officer, the Town Board may enter into a
contract with an incorporated humane society or similar
incorporated animal protective association for animal control
services. Authorized officers, agents or employees of such entity
shall have the authority, responsibilities,powers and duties set forth
in this chapter for the Animal Control Officer as they may be remised
by the contract. The details of such animal control services shall be
set forth in the contract and the provisions of paragraphs R through
D. above shall not be applicable to the officers, agents or employees
of such entity.
B. Town Code Chapter 73, entitled "Dog control", is hereby amended as follows:
(1) The definition of Animal Control Officer in Section 73-4 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
The individual appointed by the Town Board to enforce the Town's Animal
Control Law and Article 7 of the Agriculture and Markets Law of the State of
New York, or any authorized officer, agent or employee of an incorporated
humane society or similar incorporated animal protective association under
contract with the Town to provide animal control services. The authority of such
individual shall include the powers and duties identified as those of a Dog Control
Officer under the Agriculture and Markets Law.
3. SEVERABILITY. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph or
provision of this Local Law shall not invalidate any other clause, sentence, paragraph or part
thereof.
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4. REPEALER. All Local Laws or Ordinances or parts of Local Laws or
Ordinances in conflict with any part of this Local law are hereby repealed.
5. OPERATIVE/EFFECTIVE DATE. This Local Law shall become operative
immediately upon adoption by the Town Board.
2.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR FOR RESOLUTIONS ONLY (LIMIT-3
MINUTES)
JOHN SALVADOR- Spoke regarding Resolution 3.2 Appointing John H. Shafer, P.E. as
Alternate Member of Queensbury Planning Board.
Makyah Darrisaw- Spoke regarding Resolution 3.1 Setting Public Hearing on Proposed
Amendment to Ordinance NO. 28 Establishing Through Highways and Stop Intersections
in the Town of Queensbury, County of Warren, New York.
3.0 RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 28 ESTABLISHING THROUGH
HIGHWAYS AND STOP INTERSECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF
QUEENSBURY, COUNTY OF WARREN, NEW YORK
RESOLUTION NO.: 118,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury has in effect Ordinance No. 28 - Ordinance Establishing
Through Highways and Stop Intersections in the Town of Queensbury. County of Warren, New York and
this Ordinance lists the stop intersections and signs located within the Town of Queensbury,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board wishes to consider amending Ordinance No. 28 by adding a three-way
stop intersection at the intersection of Burnt Hills Drive and Kylians Way,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board wishes to set a public hearing concerning this proposed Amendment to
Ordinance No. 28,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board shall meet and hold a public hearing on Monday,
April 41h, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Queensbury Activities Center, 742 Bay Road, Queensbury to consider the
proposed Amendment to Town Ordinance No. 28, hear all interested persons and take any necessary action
provided by law,and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to publish and post
a Notice of Public Hearing in the manner provided by law.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOHN H. SHAFER, P.E., AS ALTERNATE
MEMBER OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION NO.: 119,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury previously established the Town's Planning Board in
accordance with applicable New York State law,and
WHEREAS,a vacancy for an alternate position exists on the Planning Board,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board interviewed candidates and wishes to appoint John H. Shafer, P.E., as
such member,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbun-Town Board hereby appoints John H. Shafer, P.E.,to serve as an
alternate member of the Queensbun� Planning Board until such term expires on December 31 st,2022.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr.VanNess, Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JAMES UNDERWOOD AS ALTERNATE
MEMBER OF TOWN OF QUEENSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
RESOLUTION NO.: 120,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
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SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury previously established the Town of Queensbury Zoning
Board of Appeals in accordance with applicable New York State law,and
WHEREAS,a vacancy for an alternate member position exists on the Zoning Board,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board interviewed candidates and wishes to appoint James Underwood as an
alternate member of the Zoning Board,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbun- Town Board hereby appoints James Underwood to serve as an
alternate member of the Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals, such term to expire on December 31 st,2022.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JAMES GRAUL AS
WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE
AT TOWN WATER DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 121,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS,the Town of Queensbury Water Superintendent has advised the Town Board that there
is a vacant full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee position in the Water Department due to the
impending retirement of a Water Department employee, and
WHEREAS,the Water Superintendent reviewed resumes, interviewed interested candidates and has
recommended that the Town Board authorize the hiring of James Graul in such position,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbun- Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of James
Graul as a full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Town's Water Department effective on or
about March 22nd, 2016 on a provisional basis until such time as Mr. Graul places successfully on the Civil
Service exam for Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee and also subject to the Town successfully
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completing pre-emplo`ment ph`sical and background checks as reasonably necessary to judge fitness for
the duties for which hired, and drug and/or alcohol screening, and subject to Mr. Graul's successful
completion of a six(6)month probationary period,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Mr. Graul shall be paid the hourly rate of pay for the Water Treatment Plant
Operator Trainee position as delineated in the Town's current Agreement with the Civil Service Employees
Association,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Water
Superintendent and/or Budget Officer to complete any documentation and take such other and further action
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWN OF
QUEENSBURY AND ENERGY CONNECT, INC., A JOHNSON CONTROLS
CO., FOR PARTICIPATION IN NYISO DEMAND RESPONSE PROGRAM
THROUGH THE MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC & GAS ALLIANCE
RESOLUTION NO.: 122,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, for the past seven (7) `ears, the Town of Queensbury has participated in the New
York Independent System Operator (NYISO) Demand Response Program, a Program by which the
Town's Water Department is paid to be on standby in order to stabilize the electrical grid during times of
stress, and
WHEREAS, to date the Town has received revenues of over $90,000 by participation in such
Program and therefore the Town Board wishes to continue the Town's participation in such Program, and
WHEREAS,the Town's agreement with its current vendor has ended and therefore the Municipal
Electric & Gas Alliance (MEGA) Program, a purchasing consortium of over 270 municipalities across
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upstate New York, requested and received proposals and has determined that EnergyConnect, Inc., a
JohnsonControls company(EnergyConnect), submitted the successful proposal for such Program, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board therefore wishes to enter into an Agreement with EnergyConnect,
and a proposed EnergyConnect Demand Response Master Service Agreement has been presented at this
meeting,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes the EnergyConnect Demand
Response Master Service Agreement between the Town of Queensbury and EnergyConnect, Inc., a
JohnsonControls company (EnergyConnect), through March 1, 2019 substantially in the form presented at
this meeting and authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute such Agreement and any other
needed documentation,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Budget
Officer and/or Water Superintendent to take such other and further actions as may be necessary to effectuate
the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING WAIVER OF 30 DAY NOTIFICATION
REQUIRED BY NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY IN
CONNECTION WITH THE GREAT ESCAPE THEME PARK, L.P.
RESOLUTION NO.: 123,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, the Great Escape Theme Park, L.P. (Great Escape) located at 1172 State
Route 9, Queensbury, New York, has applied to the New York State Liquor Authority for a
change in location of its current retail liquor license within the Theme Park from The Catering
Kitchen to The Saloon, as set forth in its March 11, 2016 letter to the Town Clerk presented at
this meeting, and
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WHEREAS, Great Escape has requested that the Town of Queensbury waive the 30-day
notification required by the New York State Liquor Authority(NYS) in an effort to expedite the permit
for a change in location to licensed premises, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to authorize the Town Clerk to notify NYS that the Town
Board has waived the 30 dav notification period before Great Escape's permit to change its location of its
licensed premises is issued,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbun- Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to
noti&the New York State Liquor Authority that the Town waives the 30 day notification period before the
permit to relocate licensed premises is issued to the Great Escape Theme Park, L.P. (Great Escape) and that
the Town Board has no objection to such change in location of licensed premises, and
BE IT FURTHER-
RESOLVED,that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, and/or Town
Clerk to take anv actions necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016 by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ESTABLISHMENT OF STORMWATER
IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM - CAPITAL PROJECT FUND #209
RESOLUTION NO.: 124,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS, in 2014 the Warren Count` Soil and Water Conservation District (WCSWCD) was
awarded a stormwater improvement grant funded by the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation(NYSDEC)through its Round 11 Water Quality Improvement Program, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury was included in WCSWCD's grant application as a
prospective partner with the following Projects identified for funding:
• Assemblv Point Knox intersection-bioretention or porous pavers need test pits ($3,000);
• Assemblv Point Sunset intersection-two drywells ($8,000);
• Pickle Hill Tributary-three drywells ($12,000);
• Lockhart south project-Large drainage in combo with Bay Road- one drywell ($4,000);
• Lockhart north project do wells,turnouts-one dn-well, check dams, stable turnouts ($4,000);
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• Chestnut Road Glen Lake-one drywell and paved swale ($4,000); and
WHEREAS, the dollars attached to each Project were estimates, as the Town has the ability to
spend and be reimbursed up to and including $39,000 for these improvements and the eligible
reimbursable expenses would include supplies and materials, and
WHEREAS, NYSDEC will withhold 10% of the grant expenditures until the grant is closed out,
and if the Town has vouchered for $39,000 in supplies and materials, the Town would receive $35,100
until the grant closeout and the remaining $3,900 would then be paid, and
WHEREAS, WCSWCD submits reports and reimbursement request quarterly, and NYSDEC has
generally been providing reimbursement within 8 weeks so that once WCSWCD receives payment, it
disburses the Town's eligible expenses (less the 10%) within 30 days and then the remaining funds at
grant closeout, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 272,2015, the Queensbury Town Board accepted $39,000 in
such grant funds, and
WHEREAS, the Town Highway Department has not yet completed these projects; however, the
effective date of the grant is actually Jamiary 1, 201.5 thrmigh December 31, 2017 and therefore the Town
Board wishes to establish a Capital Project for such Projects in the total amount of$39,000 rather than
use its General Fund as the budgets for expenses and revenues are only for budget year 2015,
WHEREAS, the Town Board needs to authorize a temporary loan from the General Fund in the
amount of$39,000 to Capital Project Fund 4209 that will be paid back when the Town receives its funds
from the WCSWCD,and
WHEREAS, in accordance with New York State General Municipal Law §9-A, the Town Board is
authorized to temporarily advance moneys held in any fund to any other fund,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the establishment
of Stormwater Improvement Grant Program Capital Project Fund 4209 which Fund will establish funding
for expenses associated with the Project as set forth in the preambles of this Resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER-
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
temporarily $39,000 from the General Fund#001 to Capital Project Fund#209 as the Town will
have to spend the money before it may be reimbursed from WCSWCD as previously set forth in
Resolution No.: 272,2015, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED,that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to amend
the 2016 General Fund 4001 and Capital Project Fund 4209 as needed, keep suitable records and arrange for
the repayment of the temporary loan as soon as available, and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
amend the 2016 Town Budget, make any adjustments, budget amendments, transfers or prepare an`
documentation necessary to establish appropriations and estimated revenues as is deemed necessary-, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs Town Supervisor and/or Town
Budget Officer take any and all action necessan� to effectuate all terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March, 2016,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Clements, Mr. Irish, Mr. VanNess, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier
NOES None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
AGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWN OF QUEENSBURY AND
WARREN COUNTY SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF
CRUELTY TO ANIMALS, INC. (SPCA)
RESOLUTION NO.: 125,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS,the Warren Count` Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Inc., (SPCA) is a
not-for-profit corporation duly incorporated under the Laws of New York State,and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury needs animal control services including enforcement as set
forth under New York State Agriculture and Markets Law Article 7 and the Queensbun-Town Code,and
WHEREAS, the Town and SPCA believe that the Town's contracting with the SPCA for the
provision of animal control services will improve the level and quality of service to Town residents and
increase animal control coverage,and
WHEREAS, the Town and SPCA have therefore negotiated terms for an Animal Control Services
Agreement for such services and such Agreement has been presented at this meeting,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbun-Town Board hereby approves and authorizes the Animal Control
Services Agreement between the Town of Queensbury and the Warren Count` Society for the Prevention of
Crueltv to Animals,Inc., (SPCA)substantially in the form presented at this meeting,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute
such Agreement and any other needed documentation and the Town Supervisor and/or Town Budget Officer
to take such other and further action as may be necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
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Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION APPROVING AUDIT OF BILLS
WARRANT OF MARCH 22ND, 2016
RESOLUTION NO.: 126,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHEREAS,the Queensbury Town Board wishes to approve an audit of bills presented as a Warrant
with a run date of March 17th,2016 and a payment date of March 22nd,2016,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves the Warrant with a run date of
March 17th,2016 and a payment date of March 22nd,2016 totaling$788,291.46,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor and/or Town
Budget Officer to take such other and further action as may be necessary to effectuate the terms of this
Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Irish,Mr. VanNess,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION APPROVING YEAR 2015 SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM
RECORDS FOR QUEENSBURY VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES
RESOLUTION NO.: 127,2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Doug Irish
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS,the Queensbury Town Board previously authorized engagement of PENFLEX, Inc.,to
provide the 2015 Standard Year End Administration Services for the Town's Volunteer Fire Companies and
Volunteer Ambulance Workers Service Award Programs,and
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WHEREAS, as part of the Service Award Program(s), it is necessary that the Town Board approve
the Fire Companies' and Emergency Squads'Year 2015 Service Award Program Records,and
WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor's Office has received and reviewed the records from each of the
Town's five(5)Volunteer Fire Companies and found them to be complete,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board wishes to approve these records,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves the 2015 Volunteer Fire Company
Service Award Program Records for each of the Town's five(5)Volunteer Fire Companies,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor and/or Budget
Officer to take all action necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 21St day of March,2016,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Irish,Mr. Strough,Mr. Metivier,Mr. Clements
NOES None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Mr. VanNess
4.0 CORRESPONDENCE-NONE
5.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR(LIMIT- 4 MINUTES)
RON BALL- Spoke to the Board with regards to the new trails between Aviation Road
and Peggy Ann Road.
PATRICK MANNIX- Spoke regarding public safety issue on Herald Drive with regards
to a certain flag pole lot. Both the Zoning and Planning Boards have been addressed on
this topic as well. Very concerned that there is going to be a safety issue, so what can
the Town Board do about this so that nobody is hurt or killed?
SUPERVISOR STROUGH- Asked Mr. Mannix to see him after the meeting. He wants
his contact information so that may report back to him after he and Councilman VanNess
do a site visit and some fact finding.
RACHEL SEEBER, WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS- Often times
Board Members come before the Town Board to talk about Town business but she
wanted to convey other information tonight. The County Board of Supervisors had a
regular board meeting at the County on Friday and she wants to give an update on some
of the items discussed as it might reflect onto Queensbury. First, applauded the efforts of
the SPCA shared services. That is something that the County has worked very hard at,
talking with all the multiple towns within the County and hoping to make that more of a
model, an exception to the rule. They also discussed the grand opening of the SUNY
Adirondack Business Center. There was also a long discussion on the railroad. Lastly,
Ms. Seeber spoke to Supervisor Strough on the use of solar at the Town.
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JOHN SALVADOR- Spoke further on Resolutions 3.2 Appointing John H. Shafer, P.E.,
as Alternate Member of Queensbury Planning Board and 3.3 Appointing James
Underwood as Alternate Member of Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals.
Referred to Town Law as it pertains to alternate members.
PAUL KILMARTIN- Spoke regarding the new highway garage. Would like a tour of the
current building.
6.0 TOWN BOARD DISCUSSIONS
COUNCILMAN VANNESS (WARD IV)-Nothing to report.
COUNCILMAN IRISH (WARD III)-Nothing to report.
COUNCILMAN CLEMENTS (WARD II)- Thanked the County for their effort with
regards to the water issue on the corner of Bay and Garrison Road.
COUNCILMAN METIVIER(WARD I)- Concerned about the issue on Herald Square.
The Board will look into this.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH-
• Received a visit from Carter Guyette and his grandmother this afternoon. Carter
was pleased to present Supervisor Strough with a picture of himself standing on
top of Blind Rock, a historical landmark in the Town.
• The County will be hosting a household Hazardous Waste Day. They have put
together two dates and locations in which they will collect a number of items. The
first will be held on May 21St in Warrensburg at the Warren County DPW and the
other will be on June 18th here at our Highway Department. The County has asked
that everyone pre-register. Forms can be obtained here at the Town of
Queensbury or at the Warren County Municipal Center. For more information and
a list of acceptable items, please call 761-6556. Thanked Paul Dusek, Kevin
Geraghty and Jeff Tennyson for organizing this.
• Thanked Joel Barlow, Look TV and our sponsors for televising these meetings.
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION NO.: 128, 2016
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Doug Irish
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Brian Clements
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby adjourns its
Regular Town Board Meeting.
Duly adopted this 21 st day of March, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. VanNess, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Irish
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Respectfully Submitted,
Caroline H. Barber
Town Clerk
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Town of Queensbury