2013-05-06- Mtg 19 TOWN BOARD MEETING MTG. #19
MAY 6, 2013 RES. 207-229
7:00 p.m. BOH 6-7
TOWN BOARD MEMBERS
SUPERVISOR RONALD MONTESI
COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
COUNCILMAN BRIAN CLEMENTS
COUNCILMAN JOHN STROUGH
COUNCILMAN TIM BREWER-Absent
PLEDAGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
Town Counsel Mark Schachner
Director of Wastewater-Chris Harrington
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
RESOLUTION NO. 207.2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Anthony Metivier
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby moves into the Queensbury
Board of Health.
Duly adopted this 6t" day of May, 2013 by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Strough, Mr. Montesi
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
1.0 BOARD OF HEALTH HEARING
1.1 Public Hearing Sewage Disposal Variance of Robert Napoli
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLICATION DATE: 4-19-2013
Supervisor Montesi-Before us is a variance application for Robert Napoli, Glen Lake. Mr. Napoli
are you here? I think most of the Board Members have visited the site of Mr. Napoli, I was there
today once again and this is a very small piece of property with some variances, but what Mr.
Napoli is proposing to build is a much improved septic system. The floor is yours.
Engineer Tom Hutchins-Hutchins Engineering-] am here with Bob Napoli owner applicant. We
were here I believe about a year ago with a proposal to replace a system such that the system
could become compliant with the current ordinance as is required. The current system is not
really in failure but we know it is antiquated and as we are upgrading the property we need to
come into compliance. We were here, we presented an initial proposal you asked us to dig a
little deeper look a little harder. Specifically you asked us for some soil information and to look
at some alternatives, alternate designs. We have resubmitted what we feel is an improved
application. We have done a fair amount of research on alternatives and we really like this
system. It is an enhanced treatment system, it is completely non mechanical it is, it increases
our or decreased the required variance from a neighboring well which was the primary concern
by twelve feet it increases the separation by twelve feet and decreases the relief by over twelve
feet. So, with that I guess I will turn it over to the Board for questions. Do you want to add
anything Bob?
Councilman Strough-Now, I remember our discussion and we have had other discussions as well
and I think that given the property and the constraints and the lake and the distance that you
are putting this in the best possible location that you could put it in and you used one of the best
system that you could use given the conditions of this situation. So, I commend you in following
through and addressing our wishes to come up with a newer improved system that does not
require the variance that the other more traditional system did. Thank you.
Supervisor Montesi-Darleen I think there was one letter comment for a neighbor.
Darleen Dougher Town Clerk : read the following letter
Francis T. Donohue
2125 S.E. Erwin Road
Port St. Lucie, Florida, FI 34952
Darleen M. Dougher
Town Clerk
Town of Queensbury
742 Bay Road
Queensbury, N.Y. 12804
Yesterday, April 23, 2013, 1 received your Notice of Publis Hearing, scheduled for Monday, May
6, 2013 at 7:00 PM, at the Queensbury Activity Center, Queensbury, to consider an Application
filed by Robert Napoli requesting official permission to bypass Setback zoning regulations to
make nonconforming use of zoned property. The Application states to Mr. Napoli's proposal to
Install and/or Replace seven Septic System,Tanks and Absorption Fields, Two of the included
variances requesting official permission to bypass the legal required setbacks, are for the
installation of Septic Systems/Absorption Fields from neighboring wells a distance of only 62.6'
and 89' respectfully, instead of the required 100' for each. The other 5 requests do not specify
the locations of where the installations will be located. My concerns are possible seepage and
run offs that will cause contamination of Glen Lake and of the surrounding sensitive properties,
ie: wells, lake water, lake shores, etc.
Not furnishing us with any necessary and specific records and information, only a fool would
attempt to approve this variance request or make any recommendation. We must assume that
you, as our representatives and Protectors of our Lake, have exercised your Fiduciary Duties and
Due Diligence in making your review of the papers filed, including thew study of the Engineering
report, the Environmental Study report, the exhibits of the hardships proposed by Mr. Napoli
necessary for you to grant your official permission for each of these variances. As you are
familiar, the lake had and still has many problems and we and you must defend it from having
more.
I do not know Mr. Napoli, as I haven't met him. I do not know if he is the owner of the property
or the contractor. Due to the lack of specifics in your Notice relating to this matter, 1, nor any
other absentee owner are not in any position to make any type of educated recommendation re
this matter. However, I just want to remind you and make sure Mr. Napoli is familiar of our
concerns regarding any project that can, directly and or indirectly, do further harm to the lake.
Just for your information. We take exception to your statement at the end of this Notice. "At
this public hearing all interested person will be heard" As always, it should read that those
parsons who are able to attend, will be heard. You know that only a small percentage of we
interested persons who own the lake property and pay heavy taxes would like to attend and be
heard, but because of the weather, distance and other circumstances will not be at the lake until
the last part of June thru September. It seems you always plan it that way. We know it, and are
concerned.
Respectfully
/s/
Frank Donohue &
Joyce,Ted, Mike, Patricia, Meg. Etc.
Supervisor Montesi-Any other questions from the Board? The public hearing is open is there
anyone that would like to make a comment? No one spoke. Close the public hearing
RESOLUTION APPROVING ROBERT NAPOLI'S APPLICATION FOR
SANITARY SEWAGE DISPOSAL VARIANCES
RESOLUTION NO.: 6,2013 BOH
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHEREAS, Robert Napoli submitted an application for variances from provisions of the Town of
Queensbury On-Site Sewage Disposal Ordinance, Chapter 136 to install:
1. the replacement septic system/absorption field 6.5' from the northern dwelling instead of the
required 20' setback;
2. the replacement septic system/absorption field 13.7' from the southern dwelling instead of the
required 20' setback;
3. the replacement septic system/absorption field 62.6' from the neighboring well instead of the
required 100' setback; and
4. the replacement septic system/absorption field 89.3' from the on-site well instead of the
required 100' setback;
5. the northern septic tank 9.0' from the northern house instead of the required 10' setback;
6. the northern septic tank 6.8' from the southern house instead of the required 10' setback; and
7. the southern septic tank 8.3' from the southern house instead of the required 10' setback;
on property located at 352 Glen Lake Road in the Town of Queensbury, and
WHEREAS, the Town Clerk's Office published the Notice of Public Hearing in the Town's official
newspaper and the Local Board of Health duly conducted a public hearing concerning the variance requests on
Monday,May 6`h,2013, and
WHEREAS,the Town Clerk's Office has advised that it duly notified all property owners within 500
feet of the subject property,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED,that
1. due to the nature of the variances, the Local Board of Health determines that the variances
would not be materially detrimental to the purposes and objectives of this Ordinance or other
adjoining properties nor otherwise conflict with the purpose and objectives of any Town plan
or policy; and
2. the Local Board of Health fmds that the granting of the variances is necessary for the
reasonable use of the land and is the minimum variances which would alleviate the specific
unnecessary hardship found by the Local Board of Health to affect the applicant; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Local Board of Health hereby approves Robert Napoli's application for a
variance from the Sewage Disposal Ordinance to install:
I. the replacement septic system/absorption field 6.5' from the northern dwelling instead of the
required 20' setback;
2. the replacement septic system/absorption field 13.7' from the southern dwelling instead of the
required 20' setback;
3. the replacement septic system/absorption field 62.6' from the neighboring well instead of the
required 100' setback;and
4. the replacement septic system/absorption field 89.3' from the on-site well instead of the
required 100' setback;
5. the northern septic tank 9.0' from the northern house instead of the required 10' setback;
6. the northern septic tank 6.8' from the southern house instead of the required 10' setback;and
7. the southern septic tank 8.3' from the southern house instead of the required 10' setback;
on property located at 352 Glen Lake Road in the Town of Queensbury and bearing Tax Map No.: 289.9-1-
69.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
RESOLUTION NO. 7. 2013 BOH
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Ronald Montesi WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Brian Clements
RESOLVED, the Queensbury Board of Health hereby adjourns its meeting and moves back into
Town Board session.
Duly adopted this 6t" day of May, 2013 by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Strough, Mr. Montesi
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
TOWN BOARD MEETING
2.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS
2.1 Queensbury Central Volunteer Fire Company Inc. Proposal to Purchase Truck and
Authorizing Incurrence of Tax-Free Financing/Debt for Such Purchase
NOTICE SHOWN
PUBLICATION DATE: April 19, 2013
Supervisor Montesi-Who is here to tell us all about this?
Mr. Chris Hickey-Treasurer of Queensbury Central Volunteer Fire Company
15t Assistant Chief Joe Duprey-Queensbury Central
Mr. Hickey-We are proposing to purchase a 2013 Spartan VRVIPS Rescue Pumper. This pumper
will replace two of our existing pieces of apparatus a two for one purchase. We have a 1996
HME Rescue Truck and a 1986 Mac Pumper both of them which have reached the end of their
useful lives. This truck will be situated up in our Aviation Road station up at Station two, next to
Prospect School. Again, the way the Fire Companies are going because of limited personnel we
are really consolidating apparatus. This truck will do anything that either one of those trucks
would do whether it would be the pumper or the rescue truck. We have funds set aside in a
vehicle replacement fund that we will use as a down payment on the apparatus. By the time we
go to have to pay for this we estimate we will have about two hundred and twenty five thousand
dollars to put down on it. We will finance just shy of four hundred and nineteen thousand
dollars over a fifteen year time period with tax exempt financing at an interest rate as of todays
rates of two point nine five percent. That rate could change slightly depending on what
happens. The bank doesn't think that there will be any significant change in that rate between
now and October and November when we .. If you approve this tonight we are going to place
the order we are ready to place the order, the order will be placed tomorrow. We are actually
purchasing it through a local company which I think is very good for the Town. The purchase is
being coordinated through Arrow Head down off Luzerne Road they are the lead person on this.
They are doing most of the maintenance on all of our trucks.
Supervisor Montesi-You are trading in the old ones, right?
Mr. Hickey-We are trading in both the 96' and the 1986, they are giving us a combined for the
two trucks fifty thousand the other bid that we received which was a Pierce bid the amount that
they were giving for a trade in was very similar to those two numbers. So, we feel that those
numbers are probably pretty accurate numbers.
Supervisor Montesi-Chris,just for the public's point of view, how many calls does Central make a
yea r?
Mr. Hickey-Last year we responded to just shy of thirteen hundred calls. This year we are on
track for about the same number. Anywhere from thirteen to fourteen hundred calls a year we
are up to.
Supervisor Montesi-A big number for a volunteer group.
Mr. Hickey-It is a lot. We have, that's through just about, we just have just over fifty members.
Supervisor Montesi-Any questions from the Board? The public is there anyone that would like to
question the company on the truck? No one spoke I will close this public hearing.
(Councilman Metivier moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Supervisor Montesi, all in
favor)
RESOLUTION APPROVING QUEENSBURY CENTRAL VOLUNTEER
FIRE COMPANY, INC.'S PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE TRUCK
AND AUTHORIZING INCURRENCE OF TAX-FREE
FINANCING/DEBT FOR SUCH PURCHASE
RESOLUTION NO.: 209,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury and the Queensbury Central Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
(Fire Company) have entered into an Agreement for fire protection services, which Agreement sets forth a
number of terms and conditions including a condition that the Fire Company will not purchase or enter into
any binding contract to purchase any piece of apparatus, equipment, vehicles, real property, or make any
improvements that would require the Fire Company to acquire a loan or mortgage or use money placed in a
"vehicles fund"without prior approval of the Queensbury Town Board, and
WHEREAS, the Fire Company advised the Town Board that it wishes to purchase a new 2013
Spartan ERV IPS Rescue Pumper Apparatus (Truck) along with associated accessories (tools, hose and
other miscellaneous tools) to replace two of its current apparatus (1996 HME Rescue Truck and 1986
Mack Pumper) for the approximate purchase price not to exceed $644,000, plus an additional $50,000 for
accessories, such purchase already included in the Fire Company's five (5) year capital plan that forecasts
future capital needs and expenditures, including anticipated vehicles, equipment, tools, other apparatus,
facilities or improvements to facilities to be used for firematic purposes, and
WHEREAS, proceeds from the trade-in of the Fire Company's replaced apparatus would be placed
against the principal of the new,proposed Truck, and
WHEREAS,the Fire Company plans on paying for the proposed,new Truck as follows:
I. $50,000 from trade-in of replaced apparatus;
2. $225,000 from Vehicle Reserve funds;and
3. Approximately $419,000 maximum amount of tax-exempt fmancing having a 15 year term
with Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company; and
WHEREAS,the Truck will be owned and used by the Fire Company to provide fire protection to the
Town and maintained at its firehouse located at 17 Lafayette Street in the Town of Queensbury, New York,
and
WHEREAS, on Monday, May 6"', 2013, the Town Board duly held a public hearing concerning
the Fire Company's proposal and tax-exempt financing as required by the Fire Company's Agreement with
the Town and the Internal Revenue Code, and heard all interested persons, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board believes that this new Truck will provide additional safety protection
for the Town while eliminating two (2) aging apparatus from the Fire Company's fleet, and therefore wishes
to adopt a Resolution authorizing such Truck purchase and the Fire Company's corresponding incurrence
of tax-exempt debt,
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves of the Queensbury Central
Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.'s proposal to purchase a new 2013 Spartan ERV IPS Rescue Pumper
Apparatus (Truck)to replace two of its current apparatus as set forth in the preambles of this Resolution for
an amount not to exceed $644,000, plus an additional $50,000 for accessories, such purchase already
included in the Fire Company's five (5) year capital plan that forecasts future capital needs and
expenditures, including anticipated vehicles, equipment, tools, other apparatus, facilities or improvements
to facilities to be used for firematic purposes, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further approves of the Fire Company's incurrence of
approximately $419,000 maximum amount of tax-exempt fmancing having a 15 year term with Glens Falls
National Bank and Trust Company for such purchase, with the understanding that the Town Board is relying
upon the Fire Company's assurance that the Truck is serviceable and suitable for its long-term intended use,
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town of Queensbury does not guarantee such debt with the financial
institution on behalf of the Fire Company nor does the Town Board create or intend to create any
assumption on the part of the Town of Queensbury of any obligation or liability for the financing, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor and/or
Town Budget Officer to take any action necessary to effectuate all terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6th day of May,2013 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
2.2 Proposed Route 9 Sanitary Sewer District Ext. No. 2 Sweet Road Subdivision
NOTICE SHOWN
PUBLICATION DATE: April 19, 2013
Supervisor Montesi-Mr. O'Connor, Mr, Ryan
Mr. Dan Ryan-Vision Engineering here on behalf of Cerrone Builders with Mike O'Connor the
Attorney for our client. What we have today is a proposal for a sanitary sewer district extension,
this being the existing Route 9 sanitary sewer district. We are proposing an extension which
would be inclusive of three parcels on the North side of Sweet Road. The purpose of this district
extension would be to allow municipal water and sewer to be available for a proposed twenty
nine lot conservation subdivision. If you have had a change to review the documentation we did
provide a detailed map, plan and report. The purpose of that report is to outline the proposed
district boundary, provide cost analysis for both the Town and eventual residents of the
development and it also incorporates an analysis which includes design flows and capacities for
the existing system to handle the wastewater anticipated from the development. I will briefly
describe the map, plan and report and then I guess I would be happy to answer any questions
and certainly welcome any comments resulting from the public hearing. The project is again
twenty nine single family dwellings proposed on approximately twenty nine and a half acres. It
is approximately half way down I guess between east and west Sweet Road on the north side.
The property basically encompasses existing forest, and the fact that we do propose water and
sewer there are several benefits which result in that. The primary benefit is the fact that we can
design the development as a conservation subdivision which will allow us to preserve
approximately fifty five percent of the open space or green space on the property. Without
sewer and municipal water that is nearly impossible we did evaluate alternatives designs which
would allow conventional wastewater onsite systems or septic systems and you basically when
you do that require more roads, more impervious and more clearing and disturbed area. So,
there are substantial benefits to having both water and sewer within a development. The
existing sewer district flows from Route 9 up near Walmart and the commercial corridor and
flows down along Sweet Road in an existing twelve inch sewer main. There is available capacity
in that existing sewer main. In working with the wastewater department that has a capacity of
about seventy eight thousand gallons per day available. This project as a result of the twenty
nine dwellings would have an average design flow of about ninety five hundred, ninety five
seventy so nine thousand five hundred and seventy gallons per day. So, certainly well within the
existing capacity of that twelve inch line on Sweet Road.
Councilman Strough-More importantly, Dan if you do not mind me interrupting, it's a good spot
to interrupt on that topic. I asked the question, is this proposal, this district extension going to
hinder anybody's ability to use capacity upstream? The answer is no. That even after
consideration of full build out upstream there would still be capacity for this project. So, I think
that is an important thing to make clear because it has become an issue in town on other
projects.
Mr. Ryan-That has been brought up previously whether it would hinder further commercial
growth an basically we have concluded that is not going to be the case. In terms of
construction costs and overall impact on the town in terms of budgeting purposes the
construction of the sewer district extension would be borne by the developer we have derived
at an approximate construction cost of about a hundred and fifty thousand dollars. The
developer would pay for that infrastructure as well as the proper inspections and certifications
to meet the wastewater department standards. There is an additional buy in fee which helps to
provide mitigation for capacity that the system can treat as well as future infrastructure
improvements. That total buy in has been estimated to be about twenty two thousand dollars.
So, that would be a onetime mitigation fee that the developer would pay to the Town as the
result of that.
Councilman Strough-That is both capacity and a capital buy in.
Mr. Ryan-Yes. It is basically broken about half and half. The capacity component being the cost
to treat and send the sewage to Glens Falls.
Supervisor Montesi-And that helps us for the future that buy in, the sewer district exists, folks
have paid into that before but as we continue to grow we have to constantly buy more capacity
from the City and this is part of the fund that we use to do that.
Mr. Ryan-We have calculated approximate taxes for individual lot owners within the
development, we base that on the current benefit tax formulas for the Town's sewer district as
well as their operation and maintenance cost. We have developed a table within the map, plan
and report which comes to basically the conclusion that about annual sewer tax per lot would be
about seven hundred and eighty seven dollars. That would be the yearly costs for residents
within the development. Certainly reasonable compared to other districts within the Town.
Again, I guess I would like to reiterate the fact that without sewer there are several benefits of
this project that aren't capable. The sewer and water having municipal water and sewer does
provide benefits in terms of able to use conservation methods, low impact development ability
to maintain and minimize impervious and road lengths within the development and also provide
passive recreation for the neighborhood in addition to the previously mentioned preservation of
green space which on this project is about fifty five percent.
Supervisor Montesi-When this project is done if you were to drive in there you would see the
amount of green space that is left and the walking areas and the gravel roads or pathways that
the developer is going to put in. Is this road going to be dedicated to the Town?
Mr. Ryan-This road is proposed to be dedicated to the Town as a Town Road.
Supervisor Montesi-It is a great looking development.
Attorney O'Connor-Do you have any questions?
Supervisor Montesi-Comments from the public? Well tonight gentlemen is we approve this
resolution it's actually for the sewer district extension with a caveat that we need to, and maybe
Mark you can finish this off.
Town Counsel Schachner-Actually I would like to start the sentence over. The only action that
you can actually take this evening because the overall action is the extension of the sewer
district in conjunction with the twenty nine or so is that the right number, twenty nine lot
subdivision that all have to be reviewed together as one action under New York State
Environmental Quality Review Act. So, actually the only formal action you would be taking this
evening would be asking the Planning Board to serve as SEQRA Lead Agency and consenting to
the Planning Board's serving as SEQRA Lead Agency. That is the only action contemplated in the
proposed resolution.
Supervisor Montesi-Ok. Well you have heard our Attorney. We will close the public hearing.
Town Counsel Schachner-One more point I might suggest an extremely minor revision of the
proposed resolution in the third resolved which says Resolve that the Town Board hereby directs
the Applicant to provide any and all information about the proposed sewer district extension, I
might suggest adding the words subdivision and after the word proposed. So, it would read the
Town Board hereby directs the Applicant to provide any and all information about the proposed
subdivision and sewer district extension.
Councilman Strough-1 will maintain my motion with that amendment.
Councilman Clements-1 will second it.
RESOLUTION REQUESTING QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD TO
SEEK LEAD AGENCY STATUS REGARDING PROPOSED SUBDIVISION
AND EXTENSION OF SEWER DISTRICT AND CONSENTING TO
PLANNING BOARD SERVING AS LEAD AGENCY
RESOLUTION NO. 210,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board has been asked to approve an extension of the Route 9
Sanitary Sewer District to serve a planned 29-lot residential subdivision to be developed on property adjacent
to Sweet Road, and
WHEREAS, prior to taking any further action or making a decision about whether to approve the
requested Sewer District extension, it will be necessary for the extension and the proposed subdivision it will
serve to be reviewed together as one project(the Combined Project) in a Coordinated Review under the New
York State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA), for potential environmental effects, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Planning Board will be undertaking a detailed review of the
planned subdivision for purposes of deciding whether to approve the subdivision, and
WHEREAS, it appears that there would be significantly greater development activities associated
with the residential subdivision than with the extension of the Sewer District, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has the necessary knowledge and experience to review and evaluate
the potential environmental effects of the Combined Project,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby requests that the Queensbury Planning Board
seek Lead Agency status for purposes of conducting the Coordinated Review of the Combined Project as
required under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA),and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED,that in the event the Queensbury Planning Board seeks to be Lead Agency for SEQRA
Coordinated Review of the Combined Project,the Queensbury Town Board hereby consents to the Planning
Board serving in that capacity,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby directs the Applicant to provide any and all information
about the proposed subdivision and sewer district extension, whether or not the information was previously
supplied to the Town Board, to make the necessary copies of all such information and provide it to the
Planning Board for its use in evaluating the potential environmental effects of the Combined Project,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to
execute any documents and take any other necessary actions to effectuate the terms of this Resolution and
further authorizes and directs the Town's Department of Community Development to notify, if and when
appropriate,any other Involved Agencies of the Town Board's consent to the Planning Board serving as Lead
Agency for SEQRA Coordinated Review of the Combined Project.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN WARREN COUNTY
EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
RESOLUTION NO.: 211,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, the Warren County Employment & Training Administration (Warren County) has
submitted information to the Queensbury Town Clerk requesting the Town's participation in Warren County's
2013 Youth Employment Program,which Program provides for eligible youth ages 14—24 to work with non-
profit and public agencies that can provide a quality work experience,and
WHEREAS,by participating in such Program, eligible youth is trained to be good employees so that
they are better prepared for their future while the Program also helps to promote a better understanding of local
government services and fosters a spirit of cooperation between local students and the Town,and
WHEREAS, participating in such Program allows the Town to provide additional services to its
citizens at no expense to the Town,and
WHEREAS, the Program provides insurance coverage for participating students while working at the
Town,and
WHEREAS, participation in the Program will not impair any existing contract for services or
collective bargaining agreement,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Clerk to participate in the
Warren County Employment&Training Administration's 2013 Youth Employment Program as delineated in
the preambles of this Resolution and to execute a Worksite Agreement for each student participant, provided
that the Town of Queensbury's Unit of the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. concurs with such
arrangement,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor and/or Town
Clerk to take any action necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES: Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
Discussion held before SEQRA Review
Supervisor Montesi-We did run this up to APA as part of our master plan but this not in the park
but it is part of our Zoning Ordinance, they had no problem with it.
Town Counsel Schachner-It was also referred to the County Planning Board which also said no
county impact. We will go through the twenty questions of the full environmental assessment
form again keep in mind we are talking about at the Town Board level the Zoning Amendment to
allow Microbrewers and Taverns in this particular zone area and if you in fact adopt the zoning
amendment it is my understanding that an applicant is prepared to proceed to the Planning
Board for Site Plan Review.
PART 2- SEQRA FORM LONG FORM
1. Will the Proposed action result in any physical change to the project site? NO
2. Will there be an effect to any unique or unusual land forms found on the site? (i.e., cliffs, dunes,
geological,formations, etc.) NO
3. Will the proposed action affect any water body designated as protected? (under Articles 12, 24,
25 of the Environmental Conservation Law, ECL) NO
4. Will proposed action affect any non-protected existing or new body of water? NO
5. Will proposed action affect surface or groundwater quality or quantity? NO
6. Will proposed action alter drainage flow or patterns, or surface water runoff? NO
7. Will proposed action affect air quality? NO
8. Will proposed action affect any threatened or endangered species? NO
9. Will proposed action substantially affect non-threatened or non-endangered species? NO
10. Will the proposed action affect agricultural land resources? NO
11. Will Proposed Action affect aesthetic resources? NO
12. Will proposed action impact any site or structure of historic, prehistoric or paleontological
importance? NO
13. Will proposed action affect the quantity or quality of existing or future open spaces or
recreational opportunities? NO
14. Will proposed action impact the exceptional or unique characteristics of a critical environmental
area (CEA) established pursuant to subdivision 6 NYCRR 617.14(g)? NO
15. Will there be an effect to existing transportation systems? NO
16. Will proposed action affect the community's sources of fuel or energy supply? NO
17. Will there be objectionable odors, noise, or vibration as a result of the proposed action? NO
18. Will proposed action affect public health and safety? NO
19. Will proposed action affect the character of the existing community? NO
20. Is there, or is there likely to be, public controversy related to potential adverse environmental
impacts? NO
RESOLUTION ENACTING LOCAL LAW NO.: 3 OF 2013 TO AMEND
QUEENSBURY TOWN CODE CHAPTER 179 "ZONING"
RELATING TO MICROBREWERIES AND TAVERNS
RESOLUTION NO.: 212,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to consider adoption of Local Law No.: 3 of 2013 to amend
Queensbury Town Code Chapter 179, entitled "Zoning," to clarify the definition of "tavern" and add a
definition for "microbrewery" and to allow taverns and microbreweries in certain areas of the Town and
provide specific standards for issuance of Special Use Permits for taverns,and
WHEREAS,Tribals,LLC—Davidson Brothers submitted an application to the Town Planning Board
for Site Plan Review for a microbrewery project,and
WHEREAS, together these proposals constitute an "Action" for purposes of review under the New
York State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA),and
WHEREAS, the Town Board duly held a public hearing on Monday, April 1St, 2013, heard all
interested persons and closed such public hearing,and
WHEREAS,by Resolution No.: 163,2013,adopted on April 1St,the Town Board indicated its wish to
be Lead Agency for SEQRA review of the Action,and
WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted on April 16th, 2013, the Town of Queensbury Planning Board
consented to the Town Board's request to be Lead Agency,and
WHEREAS, in accordance with General Municipal Law §239-m, the Town referred the
proposed Local Law to the Warren County Planning Office and on or about March 28t, 2013, the
Warren County Planning Office considered the proposed Local Law and recommended "no county
impact,"and
WHEREAS, as State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) Lead Agency, the Town Board
has reviewed Part 1 of a Full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) and completed Part 2 of the EAF to
analyze potential environmental impacts of the proposed Local Law,and
WHEREAS, this legislation is authorized in accordance with New York Municipal Home Rule Law
§10,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board,after considering the proposed Local Law,reviewing
the Full Environmental Assessment Form and thoroughly analyzing the Local Law for potential environmental
concerns, determines that the Local Law will not have a significant effect on the environment and the Town
Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to complete the Full Environmental Assessment
Form by checking the box indicating that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse
environmental impacts,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves a State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)
Negative Declaration and authorizes and directs the Town Clerk's Office and/or Community Development
Department to file any necessary documents in accordance with the provisions of the general regulations of the
Department of Environmental Conservation,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby enacts Local Law No.: 3 of 2013 to amend
Queensbury Town Code Chapter 179 entitled "Zoning," to clarify the defmition of "tavern" and add a
defmition for "microbrewery" and to allow taverns and microbreweries in certain areas of the Town and
provide specific standards for issuance of Special Use Permits for taverns,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Queensbury Town Clerk to file
the Local Law with the New York State Department of State in accordance with the provisions of the
Municipal Home Rule Law and acknowledges that the Local Law will take effect immediately upon filing
with the Secretary of State.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JAMIE WHITE AS ALTERNATE MEMBER
OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION NO. 213,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
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 Jamie White as such
member,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby appoints Jamie White to serve as an alternate
member of the Queensbury Planning Board until such term expires on December 31St,2019.
Duly adopted this 6th day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements, Strough,Mr.Montesi
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL MCCABE AS ALTERNATE
MEMBER OF TOWN OF QUEENSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
RESOLUTION NO. 214,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
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 Michael McCabe as an
alternate member of the Zoning Board,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby appoints Michael McCabe to serve as an
alternate member of the Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals,such term to expire on December 31St,2019.
Duly adopted this 6th day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION APPROVING TRANSIENT MERCHANT/TRANSIENT
MERCHANT MAST LICENSE FOR NORTHEAST REALTY
DEVELOPMENT/KEVIN QUINN/NAOMI POLITO
RESOLUTION NO.:215,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHEREAS, Northeast Realty Development/Kevin Quinn/Naomi Polito (Northeast Realty) has
submitted an application to the Queensbury Town Board for a Transient Merchant/Transient Merchant Market
License to conduct a transient merchant market from June Ist through June 8th,2013 in the parking lot at 1650
State Route 9, Queensbury to sell assorted motorcycle and non-motorcycle products and services in
accordance with the provisions of Town Code Chapter 160,and
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that in accordance with the requirements set forth in Queensbury Town Code §160-8,
the Town Board hereby grants a Transient Merchant/Transient Merchant Market License to Northeast Realty
Development/Kevin Quinn/Naomi Polito to conduct a transient merchant market in the parking lot located at
1650 State Route 9,Queensbury,subject to the following:
1. Northeast Realty must pay all fees as required by Town Code Chapter 160;
2. Northeast Realty must submit a bond in the amount of$10,000 as required by Chapter 160;
3. Northeast Realty must submit proof of authorization to do business in New York and
authorization of agent to receive service of summons or other legal process in New York;
4. The License shall be valid only from June Ist through June 8th, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
and the license shall expire immediately thereafter;
5. The Transient Merchant License shall not be assignable; and
6. Northeast Realty must comply with all regulations specified in Town Code §160-8;
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED,that the Town Board further authorizes and directs Town Code Enforcement Personnel
to rigorously enforce the terms of the Site Plan,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Zoning Administrator/Code
Compliance Officer to send a certified copy of this Resolution to the Warren County Sheriff and also contact
the Warren County Sheriff to request that the Warren County Sheriffs Office enforce off-road parking issues
on Route 9 and throughout the community.
Duly adopted this 6h day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements
NOES : None
ABSENT :Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS
FROM NEW YORK STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION
AND TOWN SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT AND
ESTABLISHING APPROPRIATIONS AND ESTIMATED REVENUES
FOR SUCH FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO.: 216,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 186,2012, the Queensbury Town Board authorized engagement of
Shelter Planning & Development, Inc., to develop and submit a grant application through the New York
State Office of Community Renewal for a HOME grant,and
WHEREAS, the grant application was submitted and the Town has been awarded a maximum grant
award in the amount of$167,600 from the New York State Affordable Housing Corporation, such funds to be
used for housing rehabilitation,and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to authorize acceptance of such grant funds and establish
appropriations and estimated revenues for the grant award,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby accepts the $167,600 in grant funds to be
received from the New York State Affordable Housing Corporation and authorizes and directs the Town
Supervisor to execute a Grant Agreement with the New York State Affordable Housing Corporation, such
Grant Agreement to be in form acceptable to the Town Supervisor and Town Counsel, and any other
associated documentation,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby establishes appropriations and estimated revenues in the
amount of$167,600 for grant funds received by the Town through the New York State Affordable Housing
Corporation, such appropriations and estimated revenues to be recorded in accounts to be determined by the
Town Budget Officer,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Budget Officer to make any
necessary adjustments, budget amendments, transfers or prepare any documentation necessary to establish
such appropriations and estimated revenues and authorizes the Town Supervisor, Senior Planner and/or
Budget Officer to take all other action necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT : Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING WAIVER OF 30 DAY NOTIFICATION
REQUIRED BY NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY IN
CONNECTION WITH THE GLENS FALLS COUNTRY CLUB, INC.
RESOLUTION NO.: 217,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, The Glens Falls Country Club, Inc., (Country Club) owns and operates The
Clubhouse located at 211 Round Pond Road in the Town of Queensbury, New York, which
Clubhouse has a valid liquor license, and
WHEREAS, the Country Club has now applied for a liquor license to sell beer at its
concession stand located at the confluence of the golf course's 5th, 6 ', 10 ' and 1 la'holes, as well as
on its patio or deck, and
WHEREAS, the Country Club 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
issuance of its liquor license at its concession stand, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to authorize the Town Clerk to notify NYS that the Town
Board has waived the 30 day notification period before the Country Club's liquor license is issued,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to
notify the applicant, The Glens Falls Country Club, Inc., to then notify the New York State Liquor Authority
that the Town waives the 30 day notification period before the liquor license is issued to the Glens Falls
Country Club,Inc.,regarding its concession stand as set forth in the preambles of this Resolution and that the
Town Board has no objection to such license, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, and/or Town
Clerk to take any actions necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013 by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF JAMES LAFOY FROM
MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (MEO) IN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
TO LABORER IN WATER DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO. 218,2013
INTRODUCED BY:Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS,by Resolution No.: 2006,2008,the Town Board authorized the hiring of James LaFoy as
a Motor Equipment Operator(MEO)in the Town Highway Department,and
WHEREAS, the Town's Water Superintendent has advised the Town Board that there is a vacant
Laborer position in the Water Department due to the promotion of one of his full-time employees,and
WHEREAS, consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the Water Superintendent posted
the vacant Laborer position within the Town, and
WHEREAS, James LaFoy has applied for a transfer from his current MEO position in the Highway
Department to the vacant Laborer position in the Water Department, and Mr. LaFoy meets the requirements
for the position and is the most qualified applicant from the Town who desired a transfer, and as such, the
Water Superintendent has requested Town Board authorization to transfer Mr. LaFoy from the MEO position
in the Highway Department to the Laborer position in the Water Department,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes the transfer of James LaFoy from
his current MEO position in the Highway Department to the vacant Laborer position in the Water Department
effective on or about May 2e, 2013 subject to a ninety (90) day probationary period, successful passing of a
pre-employment physical,and any applicable Civil Service requirements,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Mr. LaFoy shall be paid at the rate of pay specified in the Town's CSEA Union
Agreement for such Laborer position,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Water
Superintendent, and/or Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action necessary to
effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6d'day of May,2013 by the following vote:
AYES : Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF STEPHEN P. LECLERC, JR.
AS SEASONAL LABORER TO WORK AT TOWN CEMETERIES
RESOLUTION NO. : 219,2013
INTRODUCED BY Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY :Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHEREAS, the Cemetery Commission has requested Town Board authorization to hire Stephen P.
Leclerc, Jr., as a Seasonal Laborer to work for the Cemetery Department for approximately 440 hours, such
employment proposed to commence on or about June 3rd,2013,and
WHEREAS,funds for such position have been budgeted for in the Town Budget,and
WHEREAS, Town Policy requires that familial relationships must be disclosed and the Town
Board approve the appointment of Town employees' relatives, and Stephen P. Leclerc, Jr., is the nephew of
Rick McFarlane,a Mechanic in the Town's Highway Department,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of Stephen P.
Leclerc, Jr., as a Seasonal Laborer for the Cemetery Department for a total of approximately 440 hours
commencing on or about June 3rd,2013, subject to the Town successfully completing background checks as
reasonably necessary to judge fitness for the duties for which hired, a pre-employment physical and drug
and/or alcohol screenings, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that such Seasonal Laborer shall be paid $10.00 per hour as set forth in Town Board
Resolution No.: 111,2013 and payment shall be paid from Account No.: 002-8810-1010,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Cemetery
Secretary and/or Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action necessary to effectuate the
terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6d'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF BRANDON IRWIN AS
SEASONAL LABORER TO WORK AT TOWN CEMETERIES
RESOLUTION NO. : 220,2013
INTRODUCED BY Mr.Brian Clements
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY :Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Cemetery Commission has requested Town Board authorization to hire Brandon
Irwin as a Seasonal Laborer to work for the Cemetery Department for approximately 440 hours, such
employment proposed to commence on or about June I e,2013,and
WHEREAS,funds for such position have been budgeted for in the Town Budget,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of Brandon
Irwin as a Seasonal Laborer for the Cemetery Department for a total of approximately 440 hours commencing
on or about June 10"', 2013, subject to the Town successfully completing background checks as reasonably
necessary to judge fitness for the duties for which hired, a pre-employment physical and drug and/or
alcohol screenings, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that such Seasonal Laborer shall be paid $10.00 per hour as set forth in Town Board
Resolution No.: 111,2013 and payment shall be paid from Account No.: 002-8810-1010, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Cemetery
Secretary and/or Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action necessary to effectuate the
terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6tn day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Strough,Mr. Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PRE-ENTITLEMENT AGE PAYOUT OF VOLUNTEER
FIREFIGHTER SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM RETIREMENT BENEFITS TO ROBERT
DICKINSON
RESOLUTION NO.: 221,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board previously adopted a Volunteer Fire Fighter Service Awards
Program,and
WHEREAS, the Town Board previously authorized engagement of PENFLEX, Inc., the Town's Service
Award Program Specialists,and
WHEREAS, the Town's Service Award Plan provides that volunteers may receive their retirement
benefits upon reaching the age of 62, and
WHEREAS, by letter to the Town dated April 24th, 2013, PENFLEX, Inc., has advised the Town
Board that Robert Dickinson, a 49 year old member of the South Queensbury Volunteer Fire Company,
has requested Town Board authorization for an early payout of his Service Award Plan retirement
benefits in the amount of approximately$14,546.10, as Mr. Dickinson has suffered a qualifying, total and
permanent disability which now prevents him from being an active member of such Fire Company, and
such disability has also created a financial hardship for Mr. Dickinson, and
WHEREAS,the Town Board may grant early payouts on a case-by-case basis,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board has considered the request of Mr. Robert Dickinson
and as a result of Mr. Dickinson's qualifying, total and permanent disability and resulting financial hardship,
hereby authorizes the pre-retirement, early payout of Service Award Plan retirement benefits to Mr.
Dickinson in the approximate amount of$14,546.10 as delineated in the preambles of this Resolution,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to sign any needed
documentation to effectuate such payout and transmit a certified copy of this Town Board Resolution to
PENFLEX, INC., and the Town Supervisor and/or Town Budget Officer to take such other and further action
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6t"day of May, 2013, by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Montesi, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Strough
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENGAGEMENT OF DELAWARE
ENGINEERING, P.C. FOR SEWER DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
ADMINISTRATION SERVICES AND ESTABLISHMENT
OF CAPITAL PROJECT FUND #198
RESOLUTION NO. 222, 2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Ronald Montesi
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Civil Engineer/Acting Wastewater Director (Engineer)
requested proposals for the provision of professional engineering services regarding the design and
construction supervision of improvements to the Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District, and
WHEREAS, the Engineer received and reviewed three (3)proposals and has recommended that the
Town Board authorize engagement of the Delaware Engineering, P.C. (Delaware) for such engineering
services as Delaware's proposal best fits the District's needs, for an amount not to exceed $65,750 as
delineated in Delaware's April 10'b, 2013 proposal presented at this meeting and as follows:
Phase Scope of Services Fee
1 (1.1)Design Services& (1.2)Bid Assistance $29,500
2 (2.1)Construction Administration $10,000
2 (2.2) Construction Inspection Services $26,250
TOTAL FEE: $65,750
and
WHEREAS, the Director has requested that the Town Board also authorize contingencies
of: 1) $7,000 for Phase 1 services as some work may have to take place on private property and
although easements were granted, verification and research of such easements represents an
unknown cost; and 2) $ 2,500 for Phase 2 services as inspection services are difficult to predict
and are entirely dependent on the contractor, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to establish a Capital Project Fund related to these services,
and
WHEREAS, funding for the Phase 1 services ($36,500)will be from appropriating fund balances in
Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District Fund 932 and Route 9 Sanitary Sewer District Fund 436
in the amounts of$27,375 (75%)from Fund 432,and$9,125 (25%) from Fund 936, and
WHEREAS, funding for the Phase 2 services will be from Revenue Account 196-0000-5710 Serial
Bonds,to be specifically authorized by Town Board Resolution at a later date,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs engagement of
Delaware Engineering, P.C. for provision of professional engineering services for the design and construction
supervision of improvements to the Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District for an amount not to
exceed $65,750 as delineated in Delaware Engineering, P.C.'s April I01h, 2013 proposal presented at this
meeting and as follows:
Phase Scope of Services Fee
1 (1.1)Design Services& (1.2)Bid Assistance $29,500
2 (2.1) Construction Administration $10,000
2 (2.2)Construction Inspection Services $26,250
TOTAL FEE: $65,750
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes the contingencies of
$7,000 for Phase 1 services and $ 2,500 for Phase 2 services as set forth in the
preambles of this Resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the establishment of the
"Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District Improvements Capital Project Fund 9198,"which Fund
will establish funding for the services set forth in the preambles of this Resolution and further establishes
initial appropriations and estimated revenues for Capital Project Fund#198 in the amount of$75,250,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs that funding for this Project shall
be as follows:
• $36,500 for engineering to be paid for by appropriating fund balances in
Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District Fund 932 and Route 9 Sanitary
Sewer District Fund 936 in amounts of$27,375 (75%) from Fund#32 and$9,125
(25%) from Fund 436; and
• Interfund transfers of these amounts to Capital Project 9198;
• Establishing revenues of$36,500 in Account 198-000-55031 Interfund Transfers;
• Establishing appropriations of$75,250 in Capital Construction Account No.: 198-
8120-2899;
• Funding for Phase 2 services in amount of$38,750 will be from Revenue Account
196-0000-5710 Serial Bonds, to be authorized by Town Board Resolution at a later
date;and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED,that the Queens bury Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to take all action necessary to
establish the following accounts for such appropriations and revenues as necessary:
• Increase Appropriation 032-9950-9030 Transfer to Capital Project by$27,375;
• Increase Appropriation 036-9950-9030 Transfer to Capital Project by$9,125;
• Increase Revenue 198-0000-55031 Interfund Revenue by$36,500;
• Increase Appropriation 198-8120-2899 Capital Construction by$75,250;and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
amend the Town Budget, make any adjustments, budget amendments, transfers or prepare any
documentation necessary to establish such appropriations and estimated revenues and effectuate all terms
of this Resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Civil
Engineer/Acting Wastewater Director and/or Budget Officer to take such other and further actions as may be
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May, 2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
Discussion held before vote: Director Wastewater Chris Harrington-At the Meadowbrook pump
station if we have a problem there with the line that goes to Glens Falls we can't by pass the
pump station, I have engaged Delaware Engineering to implement a plan if we have a problem
with the twelve inch force main going to the City that we not have sewer overflows...hope to
have it up and running the middle of 2014. Also need odor control at the Meadowbrook Pump
Station and bypass ability at the Meadowbrook and Hiland Park Pump Stations, and replace
grinder pumps down near Inside Edge.
RESOLUTION ADDING MARK DRIVE TO LIST OF
TOWN PRIVATE DRIVEWAYS AND ROAD NAMES
RESOLUTION NO.: 223,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 434.95, the Queensbury Town Board adopted a list of names for
private driveways and roads in the Town in connection with the 911 addressing system,and
WHEREAS,the Town Board wishes to add"Mark Drive,"a private roadway/driveway located off of
Tee Hill Road,to the Town's list of private driveways and road names,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby adds "Mark Drive" to the Town of
Queensbury's list of private driveways and roads,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Clerk, Town Highway
Superintendent and/or Director of Building and Codes Enforcement to take any actions necessary to effectuate
the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6t'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Metivier,Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RIDE WITH THE VETS BICYCLE RACE
RESOLUTION NO. 224,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS, "Ride With the Vets" has requested authorization from the Queensbury Town Board to
conduct a bicycle race partially within the Town of Queensbury as follows:
SPONSOR Ride With the Vets
EVENT: Bicycle Race
DATE Sunday,May 19"'2013
TIME 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Beginning at Goggins Road and ending at Dixon Road
(Map depicting course attached);
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby acknowledges receipt of proof of insurance
from Ride With the Vets and therefore authorizes its bicycle race partially within the Town of Queensbury as
delineated in this Resolution,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approves this event subject to approval by the Town
Highway Superintendent,which may be revoked due to concern for road conditions at any time up to the date
and time of the event.
Duly adopted this 6"'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr.Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr.Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF UNPAID MEDICAL
LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR RICHARD WHITMORE
RESOLUTION NO.: 225,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, Richard Whitmore, an employee in the Town of Queensbury Parks and Recreation,
suffered a serious work-related injury and remains unable to work due to such injury, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Whitmore requested Town Board approval to take an unpaid medical leave of
absence as set forth in Warren County Civil Service Rule XIX and submitted medical documentation
supporting a need for medical leave, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 231,2012, the Town Board granted Mr. Whitmore an unpaid
medical leave extending through the earlier of February 12th, 2013 or certification of his physical
qualification for return to work documented by his physician in form satisfactory to the Town, and
WHEREAS,by Resolution No.: 113,2013,the Town Board granted Mr. Whitmore an extension of
such unpaid medical leave extending through the earlier of May 13th, 2013 or certification of his physical
qualification for return to work documented by his physician in form satisfactory to the Town, and
WHEREAS, by letter dated April 13th, 2013, Mr. Whitmore has requested an additional seven (7)
day extension of his unpaid medical leave, and
WHEREAS, the Town's Parks and Recreation Director has recommended that the Town Board
grant Mr. Whitmore such seven (7) day extension of his unpaid medical leave with an effective date of
May 14th, 2013 extending through May 20th, 2013, his effective retirement date from the Town of
Queensbury, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Warren County Civil Service Rule XIX, Town Board approval is
discretionary and necessary before an employee may take such leave, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has carefully considered the circumstances of Mr. Whitmore's
request and the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Director,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and grants a seven (7) day
extension of the unpaid medical leave of absence to Richard Whitmore with an effective date of May 141h
2013 extending through May 20`h, 2013, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Parks and
Recreation Director and/or Town Budget Officer to take any action necessary to effectuate the terms of
this Resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that this Resolution will not have any impact or create any inference as to any
determination of entitlement to Disability or Workers' Compensation Benefits.
Duly adopted this Ern day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements
NOES : None
ABSENT : Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION TO AMEND 2013 BUDGET
RESOLUTION NO.: 226,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Brian Clements
WHEREAS,the following Budget Amendment Requests have been duly initiated and justified and are
deemed compliant with Town operating procedures and accounting practices by the Town Budget Officer,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town's
Accounting Office to take all action necessary to amend the 2013 Town Budget as follows:
From To
Code Appropriation Code Appropriation $
Increase Revenue
001-0000-52680 Insurance Recovery 3,660
Increase Appropriation
001-1620-4400 Misc.Contractual 3,660
Increase Revenue
004-0000-52680 Insurance Recovery 200
Increase Appropriation
004-5130-4110 Vehicle Repair 200
036-8130-4300 Litigation 036-8110-4300 Town Counsel Retainer 2,000
Duly adopted this 6t"day of May, 2013, by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Montesi, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Strough
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN TOWN OF
QUEENSBURY AND: 1) HESS CORPORATION FOR NATURAL GAS; AND
2) INTEGRYS ENERGY SERVICES OF NEW YORK, INC.
FOR POWER SALE
RESOLUTION NO.: 227,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Ronald Montesi
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury wishes to enter into an Agreement with Hess Corporation,
through the MEGA Program, in an effort to reduce natural gas costs, and
WHEREAS, the Town also wishes to enter into an Amendment to Power Sale Agreement with
Integrys Energy Services of New York, Inc., in an effort to reduce energy costs, and
WHEREAS,such proposed Agreements have been presented at this meeting,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes the Agreements between the Town
of Queensbury and 1)Hess Corporation; and 2) Integrys Energy Services of New York, Inc., substantially in
the form presented at this meeting and authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute the Agreements
once such Agreements are in form acceptable to the Town Supervisor, Town Counsel, Town Budget Officer
and/or Town Civil Engineer/Acting Wastewater Director,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Town
Counsel, Town Budget Officer and/or Town Civil Engineer/Acting Wastewater Director to take such other
and further action as may be necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6d'day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Montesi,Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT : Mr. Brewer
Discussion held before vote: Engineer Chris Harrington-You can stay with National Grid or bid
out your electricity, this alliance does that for us. This will bid out electricity and natural gas
annually. Noted that Warren County is part of this program. It is another way to save taxpayer
money. At the water department we spend three hundred and fifty thousand dollars a year on
electricity, wastewater is about forty five thousand. Councilman Strough-Budget Officer Barb
Tierney said that this program will save us about eighteen percent comparing it to our current
provider. We are close to concluding our study of looking a solar for the town that should save
us an additional twenty five percent in energy savings. Supervisor Montesi-Mr. Harrington has
made a suggestion for us to change the boilers to natural gas, heating and cooling for the Water
Treatment Plant that will also be a savings for us. Mr. Harrington-approximate saving of five
thousand a year.
RESOLUTION APPROVING AUDIT OF BILLS -
WARRANT OF MAY 7TH, 2013
RESOLUTION NO.: 228,2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.John Strough
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board wishes to approve an audit of bills presented as a Warrant
with a run date of May 2nd,2013 and a payment date of May 7h,2013,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves the Warrant with a run date of May
2nd 2013 and a payment date of May 7h,2013 totaling$777,471.65, 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 6rn day of May,2013,by the following vote:
AYES : Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements,Mr. Strough,Mr.Montesi
NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
Supervisor Montesi-Announced that on June 22, 2013 is Fireman's Field Day at West Glens Falls
they expect ten thousand people to that event, two hundred fire trucks from all over the eastern
part of New York State, will have a parade. We will close Luzerne Road Transfer Station that day
at 11:30 am.
4.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR (Limit 4 minutes)
Mr. John Salvador-
Local Zoning jurisdiction of navigable waterways - Zoning
Administrator Craig Brown told me we are not regulating anything beyond the
mean high water mark, will this be formalized? We have regulated
boathouses and docks and they are beyond the mean high water mark.
This needs to be addressed in the Code. Councilman Strough-They are
attached above the high water mark. I am waiting for something to come
out of Albany, a direction for the town, to say here is the clear direction
for your town codes...we will speak with Council to see where we should
go in light of the court decisions. Town Counsel Schachner-There is a likely
hood for new legislation from the Legislature that will address this issue
with great clarity . Absent that there is a possibility that there may be
something coming from DEC or other agencies. Noted there are other
litigation challenges still pending. Supervisor Montesi-We will wait and
see what is happening with the legislature.
Mrs. Kathleen Sonnabend-
• Congratulated Supervisor Montesi on his appointment as Town Supervisor
• (complete letter as present to the Town Board on file)Spoke on the
proposed development by Queensbury Partners corner of Bay and Blind
Rock. Reviewed the history of the development proposals. Spoke on the
variances the proposed development will need, also concerned about the
process afforded Queensbury Partners, allowing numerous conceptual
discussion without prior Town Staff review and piece meal submissions of
studies and documents. Ajoint committee was formed to workout
differences between the Planning and Zoning Board without public
hearings, why special treatment? Spoke on sewer capacity limitations and
spoke on the need for a moratorium of building projects along Bay Road.
Asked that Queensbury residents call their Supervisor and Town Board
representatives and sign our petition asking the Zoning Board to uphold
the code and the planning process under Town Law . Come to the next
Zoning and Planning Board Meeting on May 22nd and 23th at 7:00p.m.
Queensbury Activity Center on Bay Road.
Supervisor Montesi-There are many times a developer comes in and
presents a project and there are things he misses, and we go through and
put him on the agenda for the Planning Board, all of a sudden he does not
have what he needs. We have advised Administrator Brown and staff to
have a pre-application meeting. Spoke on the sewer limitations and the
town is aware of the situation and are planning for it.
Mr. Doug Auer-16 Oakwood Drive
• Reviewed the history of this sewer line on Bay Road..noted he was the
business manager for BayBridge and tasked with coming up with a
solution to their failing sewer issues...came in as an out of district
user...build with excess design to provide for other users and the town will
buy the excess and bank that for the future...Schermerhorn wanted to
develop his property he offered to bring expertise and in 2002 we
submitted a more comprehensive map, plan and report. Report based on
existing Town Code running the calculation on what the uses would be.
We put in the system there has been no problems with it. This is not an
infinite capacity sewer system there are limitations in this. Questioned
what will happen to those that were promised sewer capacity and there is
no capacity?
Supervisor Montesi-What you have spoken to us is important and Chris
has a handle on capacity and what you have brought to our attention you
have got us all thinking.
Mr. Auer-I think you need to take over the actives of the Planning Board
and send those guys packing. If you need more historical information on
this I will give you the best of my recollection on this.
5.0 CORRESPONDENCE
NONE
6.0 TOWN BOARD DISCUSSIONS
WARD I ANTHONY METIVIER No comment
WARD II BRIAN CLEMENTS
• May 20th Breakfast at Queensbury Hotel—Speaker State Comptroller at
7:30 A.M. Hosted by Senator Betty Little call Chamber of Commerce for
admission
• Complaints from Ward II regarding flashing bright light on a new Radio
Tower placed by Froggy WENU and ESPN Radio, received petition (68
signatures) against the light... the light is in compliance with the Federal
Aviation Administration ... An engineer has been sent up from Latham to
manually turn down the brightness each night until the problem is
resolved...I will check with the residents in the area again to see if there is
still a problem and try to contract the Regional Office of the FAA in Albany
to solve it.
WARD III JOHN STROUGH
• Report from Fire Marshal
1. Red Flag warning for outdoor burning
2. Firemen's Association in New York State is promoting a program call is
there Fire in you, it is attempt to get citizens to go out and visit their
local fire departments and see what volunteering is all about and
hopefully encourage some new members.
• Memorial Day Parade is Monday, May 27th , we are memorializing those
that have sacrificed, this year it will include 150th celebration of the civil
war soldiers an element of our parade and an element of the ceremony
following the parade will be dedicated to that 150th anniversary. It is also
the Bicentennial of Warren County formed in 1813, many events will be
held during this year.
• This is the 250th Anniversary of when the Quakers move here ...1763
showed the public the poster that is for sale at the Town Clerk's Office
$20.00
SUPERVISOR RONALD MONTESI
• The Town has reached a tentative agreement with the City to build a
bridge on city property over Clendon Brook as a pedestrian and bike
way...this would connect Hudson Pointe Nature Preserve with a Nature
Preserve owned by the Open Space Institute. This bridge would be
funded out of the Recreation Capital Project Fund. A license with the City
is now being prepared to allow for the bridge to be built.
• The Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for the Water Department has
been completed...noted items in the report there are eighty two hundred
connections they serve twenty one thousand people also serving
Kingsbury, Hudson Falls, Moreau and Warren and Washington County
Industrial Park...total amount of water produced in the previous four
billing cycles is two billion gallons...the average is five million five hundred
thousand gallons with our highest day of twelve million six hundred and
forty gallons...Thanked the employees of the Water Treatment Plant, in
2013 filter no. 4 will have been re-built saving the taxpayers a significant
amount.
• Thanked Look TV and our sponsors
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION NO. 229.2013
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.John Strough WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Brian Clements
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby adjourns its Town Board
Meeting.
Duly adopted this 6th day of May, 2013 by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Strough, Mr. Montesi
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Brewer
Respectfully,
Miss Darleen M. Dougher
Town Clerk-Queensbury