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1977-02-08 r 7 `• i REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1977 MEMBERS PRESENT: Michel Brandt-Supervisor Daniel Olson-Councilman Robert Barber-Councilman Hammond Robertson-Councilman PRESS: Tri Co. News, G$ens Falls Post Star TOWN OFFICULE: George Liapes, Floyd Martindale GUESTS: League of Women Voters, Mrs. Monhhan, LeS116 Baird, Plinpy Tucker Meeting Opened: Salute to the Flag led by Councilman Olson 7: 30 P.M. RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILPERSON RESOLUTION NO. 43, Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson and Mr. Robert Barber who moved for its adoption, seconded by Mr. Daniel Olson: WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the Office of Councilperson of the Town of Queensbury because of the resignation of Harold Robillard who was elected to such office in November of 1975, for a term of four years from the 1st. day of January, 1976. NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to Section 64 of the Town Law of the State of New York, we do hereby appoint Frances Walter of said Town to fill the vacancy existing in said office of Councilperson. Such appointment is effective immediately, add the said Frances Welter shall hold - such office until December 31, 1977 , the compketion of Harold Robillard' s term will be subject to the November kiection. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None Councilman Olson- Mrs. Walter was a successfit earidddate from a list of fourteen people that were interviewed. for this position. Mrs . Walter has the endorsement of and the unanimous support of the Republican Committee, they interviewed Republicans, Democrat$ and INdependants for the-�positinn. Supervisor Brandt-Noted that he was split on how to vote, I think that Mrs. Walter is a fine candidate and I am proud that she is our candidate and I will have to vote for her based on the merits of her candidacy however, I feel that in a democracy the right of the people to elect their candidates is a sacred sight.. that they should have, and it should be:rmaintained. I think that it is wrong for any of us as public officials to resign our off- ice before it has expired. I think that candidates should run on their own and not be brought in by the will of the Republican or Democratia or Conser*ative or any other group of people. I hope that_`:the practice ceases, I think that it has gone on way to long in the T&pn of Queensbury and I hope that it is the end of it. I hope that everbody gives the right of election back to the people of Queensbury. Councilman Robertson-I think all of us at one time or another find changing circumstances . . . I feel that there was a democratic process, every party both Republican or Democratic have elected representatives and they are called f committeeman, they are elected by the people every two years and what ever district they represent they are equally divided amq_tkg the parties. . .I shouldn' t as a person choose the person who will fill the vacancy but should rely on the committee which is certainly which is a wider base representi#p,.° the people. Supervisor Brandt- Then we should ask the Democratic Committee and the Consertative and any other political committees there are in the Town for their recommendations and we have not done that. Councilman Robertson-Noted that the Republican Committee did interview people from other parties. . . Councilman Olson- noted that the Board has two cho3_&es>=to leave the seat vacant viewing this as doing a discredit to the people of Queensbury .noted that in filling this vacancy it is only for the remainder of the year, the individual will have to run to fullfill the seat. . . Councilman Barber-reviewed Mrs . Waltee' s qualifications. . . strongly endorsed Mrs . Walter. . . Councilman Robertson- asked Mrs. Walter to come forward and join the Town Board. . . Town Board Members welcomed Mrs. Walter to the Board. . . Councilman Barber read the following resolution. . . RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION RESOLUTION NO. 44 Introduced by Mr. Barber, Mr. Olson, Mr. Robertson, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Brandt who moved its adoption seconded by the entire board: WHEREAS, Harold Robillard has served the Town of Queensbury as a member of the Queensbury Town Board nor many years and has now chosen to resign from the Board, and WHEREAS, Mr. Robillard has served his fellow citizens in an upstanding manner showing compassion, devotion and-untiring service to the residents of Queensbury, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury on behald of all the citizens and friends of the Town of Queensbury hereby convey to Mr. Harold Robillard their sincere appreciation for his service and wish him the very best in all his future endeavors. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None i a - RESOLUTION TO REAPPOINT MEMBER TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS RESOLUTION NO. 45, Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption secon e y Mr. Michel Brandt: WHEREAS, the term of George Kurosaka, Jr. of 13 Arbutus Drive, Glens Falls, New York has expired and WHEREAS, Mr. Kurosaka is seeking reappointment to this Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that George Kurosaka of 13 Arbutus Drive, Glens Falls , New York be and hereby is reappointed to the Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals, term to expire on September 14, 1981. Duly adopted by the follow*ng vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: - None RESOLUTION TO REAPPOINT MEMBER TO THE QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 46 Introduced by Mr. Robert Barber who moved its adoption, seconde ` °y`Mr. Michel Brandt: WHEREAS, the term of Richard Roberts of Haviland Road, Glens Falls, New York, has expired, and WHEREAS, Mr. Roberts is seeking reappointment to this Board, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, that Mr. Roberts of Havilaxid Road, Glens Falls , New York, be and hereby is reappointed to the Queensbury Planning Board, term to expire on September 30, 1983. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO AMEND APPROPRIATIONS WITHIN THE GENERAL TOWN FUND RESOLUTION NO. 47, Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, secon ed by Mr. Daniel Olson: WHEREAS , the Storm Sewer Drainage Contract with the City of Glens Falls for 1977 exceeds the budgeted appropriation and, WHEREAS, drainage work conducted by the Water Department was not anticipated in the budget for the General Fund Account, Therefore, be it RESOLVED, to transfer $1,350.00 from Contingency (A1940.440) to Drainage Contractual (A 8540.440. ) Duly adopted by the following vote: Apes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None COMMUNICATIONS -Active Lists submitted for Bay Ridge Fire Co. , Queensbury Central V11. Fire Co. , Inc. , No. Qsby. Vol. Fire Company, Inc. ILtr. January 25, 1977 -- One Westmoor Avenue Glens Falls,New York 12801 Supervisor Michael R. Brandt Supervisor Town of Queensbury Bay Road Glens Falls ,New York 12801 Dear Supervisor Brandt: I am interested in the vacate seat on The Queensbury Town Board created by Harold Robillard' s resignation, January 5th. Briefly, my qualifications are as follows. Education and family history: I attended Ithaca College, Ithaca, New York, *ajoring in business administration; I am married and enjoy good health; have lived in the Town of Queensbury far the past fifteen years and own our home. I have one .son who graduated from Queensbury High School, Adi- rondack Community College, and is presently, a junior at The University at Albany. Work Experience: I have worked for various concerns including The National Red Cross in Washington, D.C. For the past seven years, I have been employed as Neighborhood Centers Director for Community Services Administration of Washington County. Agency Affiliations: (past) Task Force member, NYS Division American Cancer Society; committee member, Lake Champlain-Lake George Regional Health Planning Board; NYS board member, National Association for Com- munity Development; member of the boadd of trustees, Hospital Review and Planning Council of Northeastern New York. (presently) Advisory . board member, Office for the Aging; NYS Senior Action Council; board member, Health Systems Agency of Northeastern New York. .` 50 Community Affiliations: (past) vice-president, Queensbury PTSA, (also, a past president-PTA) ; den mother, Boy Scouts of America; choir member, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd; member, Lake George Opera Guild; member, Operetta Club. Additionally, I am involved in various community projects and activities. My interest in this position is simply I would like to be an "advocate" for the people in The Town of Queensbury and I feel I could offer input to the town board on the concerns being expressed by many of our town residents. If further information is necessary regarding my credentials , this - would be gladly forwarded. I thank you for your consideration. Sincerely yours , /s/ Barbara A. Hodge (Mrs.) Councilman Olson- noted that Mrs . Hodge was interviewed along with the other candidates.. -Notice- from NYS Dept. of Encon regarding Public Hearing-Freshwater Wetlands Appeals Board March 2 , 1977 2: 00 P.M. and 7: 30 P.M. at the Conservation Dept. Albany. . . Councilman .Barber requested that the Town Counsel review this and go to the meeting if he deemed that it would be necessary. . . The following reports were placed on file. . . Town Clerk-January 1977 Building & Zoning-January 1977 Police Dept.-January 1977 Do& Warden-January 1977 Queensbury Committee for Community Beautification January 26, 1977 To the Town Board: - Annual report of the Queensbury Committee for Community Beautification for the year 1976 -------------------------------------------------------- 1. Reviewed plans for 9 developers for Special Use Permits, Variances or re- zoning. 2. Rechecked two previous planting agreements for compliance. On sine a let- ter from the Town Attorney appears to have resulted in partial compliance and hopefully the 1977 growing season will result in a completed job. 3. Citations in the form of complimentary letters were sent three businesses . 4. A Committee representative served on both the Zoning Ordinance Revision Committee and the Sign Ordinance Revision Committee. The work of the Sign Ordinance Committee concluded with the passage of a new law after much revision from public hearings. 11 5. Again recommedded "Site Review Committee" to cut down onathe multiplicit-v of hearings and to bring all development under scrutiny, instead of dis . IlmtRimingtingiagainat those .itequ�ripg�SptctaI UsemPermita, lindiVarka4ces, allowing other developers to baliid without any controls. 6. "Yark Beautiful of the Fortnight" was replaced by a Bicentinnial Resident- ial Award program wlktbh consisted of awards in each of four categories: Early Homes, Patriotic, Artistic or Creative, and Mast Improved. The latter received half the nominations solicited by news media publicity. Special pine tree replicas were designed for display by the winners who were also awarded special certificated in the form of a woodburned wall plaque depicting an Adirondack scene both prepared by local artists, 7. The Committee recognized the beautification efforts in a turn-around on Hillcrest Avenue beautified and maintained by the familes of John Regis and Alan Martindale. 8. Three entrance signs were purchased out of budget funds: one for Main Street, West Glens Falls at the City line; one for Sherman Avenue at City line and one for Pilot Knob Road at Town-County line. This completes the Committee' s plans for Town Entrance signs with was started several years ago. There are now a totitl of 20 signs. This is a brief summary of the activities for 1976. Details and specifics will be gladly furnished on request. Respectfully submitted, Robert L. Eddy, Chairman Councilman Robertson- noted that hard work from the Qshy. Water Dept. crew over the difficult fre-ezing weather , congratulated them for a job well done. . . Also thanked the public for their understanding. . . Councilman Barber-commended the water treatment operators for a fine job in dispatching the police dept. Councilman Olson-requested the Board that they pass a resolution urging the State Legislature to pass legislation exempting electricity, gas, oil, wood and chal -used for fuel from the sales tax. . . RESOLUTION URGING LEGISLATION EXEMPTING ELECTRICITY, GAS,OIL,WOOD AND COAL USED FOR FUEL PURPOSES FROM THE TAX ON 'RETAIL SALES AND THE COMPENSATING USE TAX IMPOSED UNDER SECTIONS 1105 AND 1110 OF THE TAX LAW RESOLUTION NO. 48 Introduced by Mr. Daniel Olson who moved its adoption, seconded y Mt. Michel Brandt: WHEREAS, there is presently imposed a Sales Tax and Compensating Use Tax on electricity, gas oil, wood and coal products used by residents of New York State for fuel purposes , and WHEREAS, the receipts for the sales of certain items of necessity, such as food, water, medicine and other items required for the preservation of health, have been exemptgd from such tax under thh provisions of Section 1115 of the Tax Law, and WHEREAS , in the opinion of the Quaeesb rynTqwftobvArdf Supervisors, there appears to be a legislative intent to exempt the necessities of life from such tax, and WHEREAS, in the opinion of the Queensbury Town Board, the acquisition of electricity, gas , oil, wood and coal for the purposes of use as heating fuel is an absolute necessity for ILM the residents of New York State, and WHEREAS, the imposition of such tax now imposes a special hardship on the elderly and others on fixed, limited incomes, including those requiring governmental welfare assistance, Now, 'Therefore be 'it RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board request that the Legislature of the State of New York enact legislation exempting the receipts from the sale of electricity, gas, oil, wood and coal used for fuel {arposes from the tax imposed on retail sales under subdivision (a) of Section 1105 of the Tax Law, and the compensating use tax imposed under Section, 1110 of the Tax Law, and be it further RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be sent to Hon. Hugh L. Cary, Governor, Senator Warren Anderson, Majority Leader of the Senate, Assemblyman Stanley Steingut, Speaker of the Assembly, Assemblyman Gerald Solomon and Andrew Ryan, Senator Ronald Stafford, and Barney Fowler, Albany Times Union. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None TOWN CLERK DONALD A. CHASE- announced a Bike and Misc. Auction to be held on March 5th at 10: 00 a.m. location-Qsby. Highway Garage. . . 252 OPEN FORUM Mr-Leslie Baird-congratulated the Town Board on the appointment of Mrs. Walter. . . Pliney Tucker- questioned Mr. -Brandt if he had any information in regard to the foreman at the landfill not being a resident of Warren County? Supervisor Brandt- I can' t answer thatinoted that he was ataa meetigg today of that committee but did not have a chance to bring up that topic. . . Mrs. Betty Monhhan- announced that there would be a public informational meeting .at the Queensbury High School on Feburary 10, 1977 at 7: 30 P.M. Topic-Qsby. G.F. Landfill. . . Mr. Kilmartin-Glen Lake- questioned�hy Mr. SkcarV-s road was being plowed? �, Mr. Martindale- we turn around in that yard comigg from .Ivy loop. . .Jay Road. . . Councilman Barber- noted if what Mr. Kilmartin has said is true we are czmpkit d not to plow. . .asked the Town Attorney to investiggte that. . . Mr. Kilmartin- question why courthouse estates are not paying water tax on a foot of land they own? Councilman Barber- the Assessor will have to look at that. . . Mr. Kilmartin- again voiced his complaint over the water tax on his property when he doun.� not.�halrh6.tkesµvater . . . George Ligpes- welcomed the first councilmemen tothe Queensbury T®vn Board. . . Daniel Gealt- welcomed Mrs. Walter and congratulated herg . . .questidned­- where information can be obtained in eegard to the proposed sewage system. . . Supervisor Brandt--Mr. Norman Barnes in Warren eounty has all the information on that project. . . Mr. Gealt- questioned if and when a refereddum would be held on this? i Councilman Robertson-there has not been a time table set up as of tet on _J this but there will be plenty of publicity on that. . . RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AUDIT OF BILLS SOLUTION NO. 49 Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Michel Brandt: RESOLVHD, that Abstract No. 77-2A Numbered 85 through 184 and totaling 75, 37i. .4.0 is hereby approved. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Nalter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, ...� Donald A. Chase Town Clerk, Town of Queenst ty i