2017-07-17 MTG #22 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING, 07-17-2017, MTG 422 288
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING MTG# 22
JULY 17, 2017 RES# 199-212
7:00 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
SUPERVISOR JOHN STROUGH
COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
COUNCILMAN BRIAN CLEMENTS
COUNCILMAN TIM BREWER
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
COUNCILMAN DOUG IRISH
TOWN COUNSEL
MICHAEL CROWE, ESQ.
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SUPERVISOR STROUGH-Called meeting to order...
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY SUPERVISOR JOHN STROUGH
SUPERVISOR STROUGH reviewed the proposed resolutions for the public.
1.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR FOR RESOLUTIONS ONLY (LIMIT- 3 LIMITS)
PAUL DERBY- Answered questions of Board Members concerning Resolution 2.3 entitled
Resolution Amending Resolution No.: 111, 2017 Regarding Engagement of Aqualogic Inc.,
Relating to Glen Lake Aquatic Plant Growth Control District.
GEORGE WINTERS- Spoke to the Board regarding Resolutions 2.8 entitled Resolution
Authorizing Hiring of Michael Brunelle as Full-Time Laborer for Town Highway Department
and Resolution 2.9 entitled Resolution Authorizing Hiring of Josh Ryerson as Full-Time Motor
Equipment Operator for Town Highway Department.
JOHN SALVADOR- Spoke concerning Resolution 2.5 Authorizing Agreement Between Town
of Queensbury and Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitor's
Bureau.
2.0 RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION REJECTING BID FOR STATE POLICE BARRACKS
RE-SIDING PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO.: 199, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 341,2016, the Queensbury Town Board authorized
reestablishment of the State Police Barracks Addition Capital Project Fund 4155 to provide for funding of
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certain repairs needed at the State Police Barracks located on Aviation Road in the Town of Queensbury
including the purchase and installation of an emergency standby generator, new flooring and exterior
renovations (Project), and
WHEREAS, General Municipal Law §103 requires that the Town advertise for bids and award the
bid to the lowest responsible bidder meeting New York State statutory requirements and the requirements
set forth in the Town's bid documents and specifications, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 94,2017, the Town Board authorized and directed the Town's
Purchasing Agent to publish an advertisement for bids for the Project, including for the re-siding portion
of such Project, consistent with specifications prepared by the Town's Facilities Manager and/or
Purchasing Agent, and
WHEREAS, on June 23rd, 2017, the Purchasing Agent duly opened all received bids, and
WHEREAS, the Town received only one (1) bid, and therefore, the Purchasing Agent and
Facilities Manager have recommended that the Town Board reject such bid as the cost is greater than
expected, reevaluate the project and authorize the re-advertisement for bids at a future date, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board accordingly wishes to reject the received bid and authorize the re-
advertisement for bids,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby rejects the bid received by the Town in
connection with the re-siding portion of the State Police Barracks Project referred to in the preambles of
this Resolution and authorizes and directs the Purchasing Agent to re-advertise for bids at a future date,
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Purchasing Agent to
open all bids, read them aloud and record the bids as is customarily done and present the bids to the Town
Board.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
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NOES : None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGET TRANSFER
RESOLUTION NO.: 200, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, two (2) grievances were brought against the Town of Queensbury alleging breach of
the Town's Collective Bargaining Agreement with The Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., Local
1000, AFSCME, AFL-CIO, and
WHEREAS such matters were resolved in full on June 12, 2017 on terms which include an
obligation by the Town to pay over the sum of$6,704 pursuant to the parties' Settlement Agreement dated
June 12, 2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to pay the
settlement sum of$6,704 as specifically set forth in the Settlement Agreement of the parties dated June 12,
2017, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
take all actions necessary to amend the Town Budget by transferring $6,704 from Contingency
Account No.: 004-1990-1010 to Miscellaneous Account No.: 004-5142-4400, and take all other
actions necessary to effectuate such payment, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Town Budget
Officer and/or Town Counsel to take all actions to effectuate settlement and all terms of this
Resolution.
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Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT : Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.: 111,2017 REGARDING
ENGAGEMENT OF AQUALOGIC, INC. RELATING TO GLEN LAKE
AQUATIC PLANT GROWTH CONTROL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION NO.: 201, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 111,2017 the Queensbury Town Board authorized engagement
of Aqualogic, Inc., for an Aquatic Vegetation Management Program for the Glen Lake Aquatic Plant
Growth Control District in 2017 for an amount of$975 per day, plus a one-time set up fee of$200, not to
exceed a total of$14,825, such Program to consist of Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting (D.A.S.H.) to
control invasive aquatic species within portions of Glen Lake, and
WHEREAS, the Glen Lake Association has presented the Town Board with a revised Contract for
Services from Aqualogic, Inc., providing for an additional 10 dans of harvesting during 2017, resulting in
a total cost not to exceed a total of$24,575, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to authorize such 10 additional days of harvesting services
and increase in total amount of the Contract in accordance with the revised Contract for Services from
Aqualogic, Inc.,presented at this meeting, and amend Resolution No.: 111,2017 accordingly,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby amends Resolution No.: 111,2017 and
authorizes engagement of Aqualogic, Inc., for an Aquatic Vegetation Management Program for the Glen
Lake Aquatic Plant Growth Control District in 2017 for an amount of$975 per day, for up to 25 days,
plus a one-time set up fee of$200, not to exceed a total of$24,575, such Program to consist of Diver
Assisted Suction Harvesting (D.A.S.H.) to control invasive aquatic species within portions of Glen Lake
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as set forth in Aqualogic, Inc.'s "Contract for Services" substantially in the form presented at this meeting,
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby affirms and ratifies Resolution No.: 111,2017 in all
other respects.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF 2017 FORD F-350 TRUCK FOR
USE BY TOWN WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 202,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature adopted legislation allowing any political subdivision in New
York State to"piggyback"off an existing County Bid, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Wastewater Director has requested Town Board approval to
replace a 2009 Ford F-350 truck with a utility service body with 167,000 miles (Town Asset No.: 8811) by
purchasing a 2017 Ford F-350 service truck with related accessories by the Town of Queensbury "piggybacking"
with Onondaga County Bid 97974 2017SRW, and
WHEREAS,the Town will adhere to all New York State Law bidding requirements, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves of the Town Wastewater Director's
purchase of a 2017 Ford F-350 service truck for an amount not to exceed$44,326.57 from Van Bortel and approves
an additional $1,000 for ancillary items needed to make it Water Department ready, to be paid from Vehicles
Account No.: 040-8340-2020, and
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BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs that funding for such purchases shall
be by a transfer of a total of$45,327 from the Wastewater Department's undesignated,unassigned fund balances
as follows:
• Pershing Ashley Coolidge - 030 - S 433
• Technical Park - 033 - $ 1,330
• South Queensbury - 035 —S 887
• Route 9 - 036— $17,731
• Main St. - 037 - S 887
• Qby Consolidated - 032 - $23,172
• Reservoir Park - 031 - $ 887
to Vehicles Account No.: 040-8340-2020 and the Town Budget Officer shall amend the 2017 Town Budget,
make any adjustments, budget amendments, transfers or prepare any documentation necessary to effectuate
payment, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to engage the
services of auction company GovDeals to sell/dispose of the 2009 Ford F-350 truck with a utility service body
with 167,000 miles (Town Asset No.: 8811) and deposit any sales proceeds into the appropriate revenue account(s)
in accordance with the Queensbury Town Code and New York State Laws, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Wastewater
Director and/or Budget Officer to take such other and further action as may be necessary to effectuate the terms of
this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July,2017,by the following vote:
AYES Mr.Metivier,Mr. Clements,Mr.Brewer,Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr.Irish
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY AND LAKE GEORGE REGIONAL CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE & CONVENTION AND VISITOR'S BUREAU
RESOLUTION NO.: 203,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 237,2016, the Queensbury Town Board approved and authorized
funding to the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitor's Bureau
(LGRCCCVB) and the Agreement between the Town and LGRCCCVB for tourism promotional and
marketing campaign and consultation services through June 30th, 2017, in the amount of$17,500, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury wishes to again enter into an Agreement with LGRCVB for
provision of such services through June 30th, 2018, and
WHEREAS, such promotion and marketing services will promote the Town of Queensbury and
its hotels and motels, restaurants, stores and other businesses, thereby benefiting the general economy of
the Town and all of Warren County, and
WHEREAS, by prior Resolution, the Queensbury Town Board provided for the Town's receipt of
occupancy tax revenues from Warren County in accordance with the Local Tourism Promotion and
Convention Development Agreement (Agreement) entered into between the Town and Warren County,
and
WHEREAS, the Agreement provides that specific expenditure of the funds provided under the
Agreement are subject to further Resolution of the Queensbury Town Board, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to provide $17,500 in funding to the LGRCCCVB for
general tourism promotional and marketing campaign and consultation services through June 30th, 2018
with occupancy tax revenues received from Warren County, and
WHEREAS, a proposed Agreement between the Town and LGRCCCVB has been presented at
this meeting,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves and authorizes funding to the
Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitor's Bureau (LGRCCCVB) and
authorizes the Agreement between the Town and LGRCCCVB substantially in the form presented at this
meeting and authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute the Agreement with funding not to
exceed $17,500 in total through June 30th, 2018 as delineated in the preambles of this Resolution, to be
provided by occupancy tax revenues the Town receives from Warren County, to be paid for from Account
No.: 050-6410-4412, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes an increase of appropriations in Occupancy
Tax Account No.: 050-6410-4412 by $17,500 and increasing the revenue coded 050-0000-51113
Occupancy Tax by $17,500, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to amend the
2017 Town Budget, make any adjustments, budget amendments, transfers, prepare any documentation
necessary and/or take any actions needed to provide for such payment, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that such Agreement is contingent upon the Town Budget Officer confirming that
the Town has unallocated occupancy tax funds available from Warren County.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAPPOINTMENT OF BRIAN DREITLEIN AS
MEMBER OF TOWN CEMETERY COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO.: 204, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
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WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury previously established the Town of Queensbury Cemetery
Commission in accordance with applicable New York State law, and
WHEREAS, the present term of Cemetery Commission member Brian Dreitlein expired as of
June 30th, 2017 and the Town Board wishes to authorize and ratify the reappointment of Mr. Dreitlein to
the Commission for a new three year term commencing as of July 1", 2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and ratifies the reappointment
of Brian Dreitlein as a member of the Town of Queensbury Cemetery Commission to serve a three year
term commencing as of July 1", 2017 through June 30th, 2020.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAPPOINTMENT OF DONNA PARTRIDGE
AS MEMBER OF TOWN CEMETERY COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO.: 205, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury previously established the Town of Queensbury Cemetery
Commission in accordance with applicable New York State law, and
WHEREAS, the present term of Cemetery Commission member Donna Partridge expired as of
June 30th, 2017 and the Town Board wishes to authorize and ratify the reappointment of Ms. Partridge to
the Commission for a new three year term commencing as of July 15t, 2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and ratifies the reappointment
of Donna Partridge as a member of the Town of Queensbury Cemetery Commission to serve a three year
term commencing as of July 15t, 2017 through June 30th, 2020.
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Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF MICHAEL BRUNELLE
AS FULL-TIME LABORER FOR TOWN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 206, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Highway Superintendent has advised the Town Board
that there is currently a vacancy in a full-time Laborer position in the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent posted availability for the position, reviewed resumes
and has made a hiring recommendation to the Town Board to hire Michael Brunelle, currently a
temporary, seasonal Laborer in the Town's Cemetery Department, and
WHEREAS, Town Policy requires that familial relationships must be disclosed and the Town
Board must approve the appointment of Town employees' relatives and Mr. Brunelle is the nephew of
Tim Brunelle, Working Foreman in the Cemetery Department,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of
Michael Brunelle as a full-time Laborer in the Town's Highway Department effective on or about July
18th, 2017 subject to Mr. Brunelle's successful passing of a pre-employment physical as required by Town
Policy and successful completion of a twenty-six (26) week probationary period, and contingent upon the
Town successfully completing background checks as reasonably necessary to judge fitness for the duties
for which hired and drug and/or alcohol screening, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Mr. Brunelle shall be paid at the hourly rate of pay for the Laborer position as
delineated in the Town's current Agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association, and
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BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Highway
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 17th day of July, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF JOSH RYERSON
AS FULL-TIME MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR FOR
TOWN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 207, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Highway Superintendent has advised the Town Board
that there is currently a vacancy in a full-time Motor Equipment Operator(MEO)position in the Highway
Department, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent posted availability for the position, reviewed resumes
and has made a hiring recommendation to the Town Board to hire Josh Ryerson, and
WHEREAS, Town Policy requires that familial relationships must be disclosed and the Town
Board must approve the appointment of Town employees' relatives and Mr. Ryerson is the nephew of
Dale Barrows, Working Supervisor in the Highway Department,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of Josh
Ryerson as a full-time Motor Equipment Operators (MEO) in the Town's Highway Department effective
on or about July 18th, 2017 subject to Mr. Ryerson's successful passing of a pre-employment physical as
required by Town Policy and successful completion of a twenty-six (26) week probationary period, and
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contingent upon the Town successfully completing background checks as reasonably necessary to judge
fitness for the duties for which hired and drug and/or alcohol screening, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Mr. Ryerson shall be paid at the hourly rate of pay for the MEO position as
delineated in the Town's current Agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Highway
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 17th day of July, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE OF BELL ROAD TO
BELL MOUNTAIN ROAD
RESOLUTION NO.: 208, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, Bell Road is located in the Town of Queensbury, and
WHEREAS, for over 70 years, such road has been called and referred to as "Bell Mountain
Road,"with all five residences on such road using "Bell Mountain Road" on their correspondence, and
the street sign at the intersection with Gurney Lane reading, "Bell Mt., Rd."until recently when Town
workers replaced such sign with one reading "Bell Road" to comply with 911 regulations mandating
that the Town use the legal name of the road presented when the Town initially accepted the road, and
WHEREAS, residents of such road have expressed a preference and submitted a petition to
officially change the name of the road to "Bell Mountain Road,"which will allow the Town to comply
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with 911 regulations and eliminate the need for residences to change their addresses, and
WHEREAS, the Town Highway Department concurs with such request and therefore the Town
Board wishes to officially change the name of the road to "Bell Mountain Road,"
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the name of Bell Road shall be changed and shall hereafter be known as
"Bell Mountain Road," and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that all Town highway signs, maps, assessment records, general records and
other Town documents shall hereafter reflect the change to Bell Mountain Road, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that any expenses associated with this Resolution shall be paid for from the
appropriate account, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Highway
Department, Director of Building and Codes, Assessor's Office, Town Budget Officer and/or Town
Clerk's Office to take all actions necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR FUNDS FROM NEW
YORK STATE ENERGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
FOR ADOPTION OF UNIFIED SOLAR PERMIT APPLICATION
RESOLUTION NO.: 209,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
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WHEREAS, New York State has developed a unified solar photovoltaic permitting process
designed to streamline municipal permitting which will reduce costs for solar projects and support the
growth of clean energy jobs across the state, and
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board wishes to participate in the unified permitting
process, thereby increasing the Town of Queensbury's eligibility for various incentives and grants
through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby adopts the New York State Unified
Solar Permit as attached hereto as Exhibit 1, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor's Office to complete the
grant application through the Streamlined Permitting Program to allow for the Town of Queensbury to
receive a grant award up to $2,500 from the New York State Energy Research and Development
Authority for the adoption of the Unified Solar Permit Application, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately and the Town Board authorizes
and directs the Town Clerk to forward a certified copy of this Resolution, with Exhibit 1, to the
Town's Director of Building & Codes Enforcement, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute
the grant application and/or any other needed documentation, and further authorizes the Town Supervisor,
Town Clerk, Director of Building and Codes Enforcement and/or Town Budget Officer to take any other
actions necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
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EXHIBIT 1
PERMIIT APPLICATION
NY State Unified Solar Permit
Unified solar permitting is available statewide for eligible solar photovoltaic(PV) installations.
Municipal authorities that adopt the unified permit streamline their process while providing
consistent and thorough review of solar PV permitting applications and installations. Upon
approval of this application and supporting documentation,the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)
will issue a building and/or electrical permit for the solar PV installation described herein.
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By submitting this application,the applicant attests that the proposed project meets the
established eligibility criteria for the unified permitting process (subject to verification by the AHJ).
The proposed solar PV system installation:
❑ Yes ❑ No 1. Has a rated DC capacity of 25 kW or less.
❑ Yes ❑ No 2. Is not subject to review by an Architectural or Historical
Review Board. (If review has already been issued answer
YES and attach a copy)
❑ Yes ❑ No 3. Does not need a zoning variance or special use permit.
(If variance or permit has already been issued answer YES and attach a
copy)
❑ Yes ❑ No 4. Is mounted on a permitted roof structure, on a legal accessory structure, or
ground mounted on the applicant's property. If on a legal accessory structure,
a diagram showing existing electrical connection to structure is attached.
❑ Yes ❑ No 5. The Solar Installation Contractor complies with all licensing and other
requirements of the jurisdiction and the State.
❑ Yes ❑ No 6. If the structure is a sloped roof, solar panels are mounted parallel to the
roof surface.
For solar PV systems not meeting these eligibility criteria,the applicant is not eligible for the Unified
Solar Permit and must submit conventional permit applications. Permit applications may be
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arms- ees or obtained in person at 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 during business hours 8:00
am—4:30 pm.
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For projects meeting the eligibility criteria,this application and the following attachments
will constitute the Unified Solar Permitting package.
• This application form,with all fields completed and bearing relevant signatures.
• Permitting fee of$30.00,payable by check,cash,or credit card
• Required Construction Documents for the solar PV system type being installed, including required attachments.
Completed permit applications can be submitted to the Town of Queensbury Building
Department in person at 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 during business hours 8:00 am
—4:30 pm.
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Permit determinations will be issued within 14 calendar days upon receipt of complete and accurate
applications.The municipality will provide feedback within 14 calendar days of receiving incomplete or
inaccurate applications.
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Questions about this permitting process may be directed to Dave Hatin, Director, (518) 761-8256.
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❑ Supply side connection with microinverters ❑ Load side connection with DC optimizers
❑ Supply side connection with DC optimizers ❑ Load side connection with microinverters
❑ Supply side connection with string inverter ❑ Load side connection with string inverter
Contractor Business Name
Contractor Business Address City State Zip
Contractor Contact Name Phone Number
Contractor License Number(s) Contractor Email
Electrician Business Name
Electrician Business Address City State Zip
Electrician Contact Name Phone Number
Electrician License Number(s) Electrician Email
Please sign below to affirm that all answers are correct and that you have met all the conditions and
requirements to submit a unified solar permit.
Property Owner's Signature Date
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Solar Installation Company Representative Signature Date
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NY State Unified Solar Permit
This information bulletin is published to guide applicants through the unified solar PV permitting
process for solar photovoltaic(PV) projects 25 kW in size or smaller.This bulletin provides
information about submittal requirements for plan review, required fees, and inspections.
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The following permits are required to install a solar PV system with a nameplate DC power output of
25 kW or less:
a) Unified Solar Permit
b)A Building Permit
Planning review is required for solar PV installations of this size.
Fire Department approval is not required for solar PV installations of this size.
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In order to submit a complete permit application for a new solar PV system,the applicant must
include:
a)Completed Standard Permit Application form which includes confirmed eligibility for the Unified Solar
Permitting process.This permit application form can be downloaded at
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Construction Documents must be by stamped and signed by a New York State Registered Architect or New
York State Licensed Professional Engineer.
The Town of Queensbury,through adopting the Unified Solar Permitting process, requires contractors
to provide construction documents, such as the examples included in the Understanding Solar PV
Permitting and Inspecting in New York State document. Should the applicant wish to submit
Construction Documents in another format, ensure that the submittal includes the following
information:
• Manufacturer/model number/quantity of solar PV modules and inverter(s).
• String configuration for solar PV array,clearly indicating the number of modules in series and strings in
parallel (if applicable).
• Combiner boxes: Manufacturer,model number, NEMA rating.
• From array to the point of interconnection with existing(or new)electrical distribution equipment:
identification of all raceways(conduit, boxes,fittings,etc.),conductors and cable assemblies,including
size and type of raceways,conductors,and cable assemblies.
• Sizing and location of the EGC(equipment grounding conductor).
• Sizing and location of GEC(grounding electrode conductor, if applicable).
• Disconnecting means of both AC and DC including indication of voltage,ampere,and NEMA rating.
• Interconnection type/location (supply side or load side connection)
• For supply side connections only,indication that breaker or disconnect meets or exceeds
available utility fault current rating kAIC(amps interrupting capacity in thousands).
• Ratings of service entrance conductors(size insulation type AL or CU),proposed service disconnect,and
overcurrent protection device for new supply side connected solar PV system (reference NEC 230.82,
230.70).
• Rapid shutdown device location/method and relevant labeling.
c)(For Roof Mounted Systems)A roof plan showing roof layout,solar PV panels and the following fire safety
items:approximate location of roof access point, location of code-compliant access pathways,code
exemptions,
solar PV system fire classification, and the locations of all required labels and markings.
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d)Provide construction drawings with the following information:
• The type of roof covering and the number of roof coverings installed.
• Type of roof framing,size of members,and spacing.
• Weight of panels,support locations,and method of attachment.
• Framing plan and details for any work necessary to strengthen the existing roof structure.
• Site-specific structural calculations.
e)Where an approved racking system is used, provide documentation showing manufacturer of the racking
system, maximum allowable weight the system can support, attachment method to roof or ground, and
product evaluation information or structural design for the rack.
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Permit applications can be submitted to Buildings and Codes in person at 742 Bay Road,
Queensbury, NY 12804.
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Once all permits to construct the solar PV installation have been issued and the system has been
installed, it must be inspected before final approval is granted for the solar PV system. On-site
inspections can be scheduled by contacting the Buildings and Codes Department by telephone at
(518) 761-8256. Inspection requests received within 24 business hours are typically scheduled for the
next business day. If next business day is not available, inspection should happen within a five-day
window.
In order to receive final approval,the following inspections are required:
During a rough inspection,the applicant must demonstrate that the work in progress complies with
relevant codes and standards.The purpose of the rough inspection is to allow the inspector to view
aspects of the system that may be concealed once the system is complete, such as:
• Wiring concealed by new construction.
• Portions of the system that are contained in trenches or foundations that will be buried upon
completion of the system.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify the Third Party Electrical Inspectors before the
components are buried or concealed and to provide safe access (including necessary climbing and fall
arrest equipment)to the inspector.
The inspector will attempt, if possible,to accommodate requests for rough inspections in a timely
manner. A Final Electrical Inspection approval is required at Final Inspection.
The applicant must contact the Building and Codes Department((518) 761—8256) when ready for a final
inspection. During this inspection,the inspector will review the complete installation to ensure
compliance with codes and standards, as well as confirming that the installation matches the records
included with the permit application.The applicant must have ready, at the time of inspection,the
following materials and make them available to the inspector:
• Copies of as-built drawings and equipment specifications, if different than the materials
provided with the application.
• Photographs of key hard to access equipment,including;
— Example of array attachment point and flashing/sealing methods used.
— Opened rooftop enclosures,combiners,and junction boxes.
— Bonding point with premises grounding electrode system.
— Supply side connection tap method/device.
— Module and microinverter/DC optimizer nameplates.
— Microinverter/DC optimizer attachment.
The Town of Queensbury has adopted a standardized inspection checklist,which can be found in the
Understanding Solar PV Permitting and Inspecting in New York State document, found here:
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The inspection checklist provides an overview of common points of inspection that the applicant
should be prepared to show compliance. If not available, common checks include the following:
• Number of solar PV modules and model number match plans and specification sheets number match
plans and specification sheets.
• Array conductors and components are installed in a neat and workman-like manner.
• Solar PV array is properly grounded.
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• Electrical boxes and connections are suitable for environment.
• Array is fastened and sealed according to attachment detail.
• Conductor's ratings and sizes match plans.
• Appropriate signs are property constructed, installed and displayed, including the following:
— Sign identifying PV power source system attributes at DC disconnect.
— Sign identifying AC point of connection.
— Rapid shutdown device meets applicable requirements of NEC 690.12.
• Equipment ratings are consistent with application and installed signs on the installation,
including the following:
— Inverter has a rating as high as max voltage on PV power source sign.
— DC-side overcurrent circuit protection devices(OCPDs) are DC rated at least as high as max
voltage on sign.
— Inverter is rated for the site AC voltage supplied and shown on the AC point of connection sign.
— OCPD connected to the AC output of the inverter is rated at least 125%of maximum current
on sign and is no larger than the maximum OCPD on the inverter listing label.
— Sum of the main OCPD and the inverter OCPD is rated for not more than 120%of the buss bar rating.
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The jurisdiction has adopted the following documents from the New York Unified Solar
Permit process.
• Standard Application http://www.queensbury.net/departments/buildings-and-codes/building-codes-
forms-fees/
• Understanding Solar PV Permitting and Inspecting in New York State document,which includes sample
construction documents,inspection checklist,design review checklist,and labelling guide
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Building and Codes Department at(518) 761-8256
RESOLUTION TO AMEND 2017 BUDGET
RESOLUTION NO.: 210, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
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 2017 Town Budget as follows:
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From To
Code Appropriation Code Appropriation $
040-8320-4300 Electricity 040-1680-2032 Software 15,000
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT : Mr. Irish
RESOLUTION APPROVING AUDIT OF BILLS
WARRANT OF JULY 18TH, 2017
RESOLUTION NO.: 211,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board wishes to approve an audit of bills presented as a
Warrant with a run date of July 13th, 2017 and a payment date of July 18th, 2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves the Warrant with a run date of
July 13th, 2017 and a payment date of July 18th, 2017 totaling $1,036,054.01, 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 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT : Mr. Irish
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3.0 CORRESPONDENCE
DEPUTY TOWN CLERK, ROSE MELLON- The monthly report for Community
Development/Building and Codes for the month of June is on file in the Town Clerk's Office.
4.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR (LIMIT- 4 MINUTES)
RON MILLER- Spoke to the Board regarding traffic safety on Cleverdale Road. Suggested the
Town apply for a grant to help with improving non-vehicular safety along that roadway.
Presented handout to Board Members.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH- Kathy Bozony is researching what grants are available to look at
improving the storm water situation as well as improving pedestrian safety.
GEORGE WINTERS- There are some intersections within the Town where the brush needs to
be cut back (Sherman and Burke Drive).
SUPERVISOR STROUGH- Will notify the Highway Department.
MR. WINTERS- With regards to the Student Connection Program- Mr. Winters addressed
Councilman Clements on an article he read in the Post Star concerning lack of housing for
these individuals.
RACHEL SEEBER- Spoke regarding lawn signs in the Town of Queensbury. Has been
approached on various occasions asking why political signs are allowed but not
business/personal signs, especially on one's own property. Asked the Board to have a
workshop on this topic.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH- Explained that the courts have ruled that there is a difference
between political speech and commercial speech. Political speech is protected, commercial
speech is not. This can be discussed further at a workshop.
JOHN SALVADOR- This past Saturday, the Dunham's Bay Association held its annual
meeting for purposes of approving its operating budget and the affairs of the Association for
the ensuing year. At the same time, the North Queensbury Wastewater District No. 1 Advisory
Board conducted an annual meeting in order to assess the District's progress with respect to
water quality in Dunham's Bay and to chart the future activities of the District. Supporting the
District's progress with respect to the installation of enhanced on-site wastewater treatment
units in residential use, was a report of the results of a Lake George Water keeper sponsored
algae analysis conducted on eleven (11) sites around Dunham's Bay. Mr. Salvador will present
a copy of the report to the Board at the conclusion of this meeting.
5.0 TOWN BOARD DISCUSSIONS
COUNCILMAN BREWER (WARD IV)- Nothing to report.
COUNCILMAN CLEMENTS (WARD II)- Nothing to report.
COUNCILMAN METIVIER(WARD I)-
• Received quite a few calls from constituents concerning issues with water due to the
large amount of rain we've had. Councilman Metivier has been in contact with the
Highway Department who will address concerns as soon as possible. They have been
very busy trying to get the roads that have been washed out rebuilt and open.
• Addressed the need for a public hearing for no parking on Cleverdale Road in front of
the church and a public hearing to lengthen the five (5) mile an hour zone in Sandy Bay.
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SUPERVISOR STROUGH- We can set a public hearing proposing the no parking signs on
Cleverdale Road but as far as the setback for the zone, we should have Legal look into what we
can do for that.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH-
• Read a letter he received from Meghan Siergiey, a junior at Glens Falls High School.
Ms. Siergiey is looking for sponsorship as she has been chosen to dance with an elite
dance group with the Macy's Great American Marching Band in the 91St annual Macy's
Thanksgiving Day Parade. She is honored and proud to have the opportunity to
represent her great hometown and State of New York. Supervisor Strough asked Board
Members to join him in making a personal donation.
• Fox Road is back open after a culvert failure.
• Read a letter from John Labourr expressing his gratitude to the Highway Department
for their hard work on Fox Road. The culvert replacement project was done in a very
timely and professional manner.
• Presented Supervisor's report to the Board and community on projects/activities within
the Town.
• Reviewed the various functions he attended.
• There will be a workshop at 7:00pm on Tuesday, July 25th which will include, among
other things, a discussion with National Grid regarding energy performance contracts.
• Thanked Look TV and our sponsors for televising these meetings.
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION NO.: 212, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Brian Clements
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby adjourns its Regular
Town Board Meeting.
Duly adopted this 17th day of July, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mr. Irish
MINUTES PREPARED BY ROSE MELLON, DEPUTY TOWN CLERK II.
Respectfully Submitted,
Caroline H. Barber
Town Clerk
Town of Queensbury