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1970-11-25 SP than unanimous on the runway extension. -h6 urged Supervisor Solomon to keep them informed.as to the progress of plans: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AUDIT OF BILLS RESOLUTION No. 259, introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. RESOLVED, that the Audit of Bills as listed in Abstract 70M11A numbered #2164 through #2291 inclusive and totaling $18,770.79 is hereby approved. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon —' Noes: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Donald A. Chase Town Clerk Special Meeting November 251 1970 Present: Gerald B. Solomon Supervisor Lloyd Demboski Councilman John D. Austin, Jr. Councilman Harold Robillard Councilman Hammond Robertson, Jr. Councilman Attorney Harold Katz was not present. The meeting was called to order at 4:00 P.M. The meeting was opened to the public. Attorney Henry Metzner representing U. S. Catheter and Instrument Corporation presented the Town Board with a petition requesting the rezoning of property on Bay Road known as the William Aronson farm from an R-4, resi- dential:, to an M-1, manufacturing, classification. The property is desired as a site for a new and larger plant. The property under option is a tract of 82.5 acres on the east side of Bay Road im- mediately north of the Bay Meadows Golf Club. Mr. Metzner told the board that the company had looked at other M-1 areas in the town and had found them unsuitable for its operations. He said U. S. Catheter must find a new location because it has outgrown its present facilities on Bay Road and there is no room for ex- pansion at that site. Mr. Metzner said that if the rezoning were to be approved , the company would build a modern manufacturing facility in harmony with the surrounding area which includes a residential development. Mr. Metzner introduced Mr. Carl Wilk, chief engineer for U. S. Catheter, who he said would be glad to answer any questions the Board might have. Supervisor Solomon told the company representatives that the board would refer the petition to the Town Planning Board in the hope that the matter would be placed on the agenda of its December 2nd meeting. Building and Zoning Report for October 1970 placed on file. RESOLUTION REGARDING PUBLIC OFFICIAL BOND RESOLUTION No. 260, introduced by Mr. Demboski, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. RESOLVED, that bonds of the following town officers of the Town of Queensbury are hereby approved as to form, amount, sufficiency of surety and manner of execution, as follows: NUMBER SURETY ` PRINCIPAL AMOUNT 09-30-61 Glens Falls Insurance Co. J. David Little $4,000. and be it further RESOLVED, that the members of the Town Board sign a certificate to that effect upon each public official bond described. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes: None The following letter was read by the clerk: November 25, 1970 Queensbury Town Board Town of Queensbury Bay & Haviland Road Glens Falls, .New York Re: N.Y.S. Bldg. Off. Conference: Gentlemen: Mr. Le RoV Phillips and I request permission to attend the New York State Building Officials Conference in Albany, New York on December 11, 1970. Very truly yours, George P. Liapes Building Inspector GPL/pe j RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ATTENDANCE AT CONFERENCE RESOLUTION No. 261, introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robertson. RESOLVED, that permission is hereby granted to George Liapes and LeRoy Phillips, to attend the New York State Building Officials Conference in Albany, New York, on December 11, 1970, and that the actual and necessary expenses incurred in such attendance is a proper town charge. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes: None RESOLUTION TO RENEW CONTRACT WITH ABALENE PEST CONTROL INC. RESOLUTION No. 262, introduced by Mr. Robertson', who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robillard. WHEREAS, the present contract between the Abalene Pest Control Service Inc. and the Town of Queensbury for extermination of rodents at the Town Refuse Disposal Area on Ridge Road expires December 3, 1970, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the contract with AbalenePest Control, for extermination of rodents at the Town Refuse Disposal Area for a stipulated fee of $240.00 per year, payable at $20.00 per month, for a period commencing December 3rd, 1970 and ending December 3rd, 1971 be and the same is hereby approved, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized and directed to sign such contract on behalf of the Town of Queens- bury. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes : None The application of Harold L. Hermance to locate a mobile home on Warren Lane was tabled until the next meeting in order that the Building Inspector could inspect the premises. RESOLUTION TO PETITION THE WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO ADOPT A REGIONAL BAN ON THE SALE OF HIGH PHOSPHATE DETERGENTS RESOLUTION No. 263, introduced by Mr. Austin, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Solomon. WHEREAS, scientific research discloses that lakes, streams and i other waterways are being polluted by the use of detergents with high-phosphate content to the detriment of mankind, and - WHEREAS, other counties in this State have adopted legislation banning the sale of said detergents or are considering the adop- tion of such legislation, and WHEREAS, such a ban in this region would be more effective if adopted on a multi-county basis, now therefore be it RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby peti- tions the Warren County Board of Supervisors to institute dis- cussion with the Boards of Supervisors of neighboring counties toward the end of adopting a regional ban on the sale of said detergents. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard , Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes : None SUPERVISOR' S REPORT TO THE TOWN BOARD Dated : November 5, 1970 Based on the 1970 census figures recently released by the United States Census Bureau, the Town of Queensbury now has a population of 14,303 which shows an increase of 4,300 over the 1960 population count. Although our own projections indicate a population of about 16,000 we have no recourse but to accept the figure of 14,303 as our official census figure. Because Warren County is governed by a Board of Supervisors based on population distribution it is now apparent that the Town of Queensbury no longer has equal representation in county government. According to existing county law, Queensbury is entitled to one county supervisor for every 2 ,750 residents in the town. This means that Queensbury should now have 5 county supervisors instead of 3. County law further states that under weighted voting each town shall cast one vote for every 275 residents in the town. This means that Queensbury should now have 52 votes instead of 36. Because of these inequalities I would suggest that the Queensbury Town Board do two things. 1. Request the Warren County Board of Supervisor' s to create two additional supervisors for the Town of Queensbury and to adjust their weighted voting so that each one of the four county supervisors would have 10 votes each and the town supervisor would have 12 votes for a total of 52 votes for the town. The creation of two new supervisors must be accomplished by county local law no later than January 30, 1971 in order that they may be placed on the November election ballot which could necessitate a primary in June 1971. 2. Request the Warren County Board of Supervisors to immediately adjust their weighted voting to reflect the true equal representation of each supervisor in the county in ratio to the population each represents. This would necessitate increasing or decreasing the votes cast by each supervisor based on the 1970 r official United States Census. If the Town board is in agreement I would recommend that this board authorize me (by resolution) to make the request at the next meeting of the Warren County Board of Supervisors. RESOLUTION TO REQUEST WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CREATE TWO ADDITIONAL SUPERVISORS FOR THE TOWN OF QUEENSBURY AND TO IMMEDIATELY ADJUST THE WEIGHTED VOTING RESOLUTION No. 264, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Austin. WHEREAS, the Town Board has asked the Supervisor to request the Warren County Board of Supervisors to. create two additional super- visors for the Town of Queensbury and to adjust their weighted voting so that each one of the four county supervisors would have 10 votes each and the town supervisor would have 12 votes for a total of 52 votes for the Town and WHEREAS, the creation of two new supervisors must be accomplished by county local law no later than January 30, 1971 in order that they may be placed on the November election ballot which could necessitate a primary in. June 1971, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the supervisor make the above request and also request the Warren County Board of Supervisors to immediately adjust their weighted voting to reflect the true equal repre- sentation of each supervisor in the county in ratio to the popu- lation each represents. This would necessitate increasing or decreasing the votes cast by each supervisor based on the 1970 official United States Census. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Demboski, Mr. Austin, Mr. Robillard, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Solomon. Noes: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Donald A. Chase Town Clerk Special Meeting December 3, 1970 Present: Gerald B. Solomon Supervisor Lloyd Demboski Councilman John D. Austin, Jr. Councilman Harold Robillard Councilman Hammond Robertson, Jr. Councilman Attorney Harold Katz was present. - - The meeting was called to order at 8 :07 P.M. with the salute to the flag.