2017-12-04 MTG #40 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING, 12-04-2017, MTG 440 538
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING MTG# 40
DECEMBER 4, 2017 RES# 351-366
7:00 P.M. BH# 41-42
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
SUPERVISOR JOHN STROUGH
COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
COUNCILMAN BRIAN CLEMENTS
COUNCILMAN GEORGE FERONE
COUNCILMAN TIM BREWER
TOWN COUNSEL
KARA LAIS, ESQ.
TOWN OFFICIALS:
CHRIS HARRINGTON, WATER/WASTEWATER SUPERINTENDENT
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SUPERVISOR STROUGH called meeting to order...
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILMAN ANTHONY METIVIER
1.0 RESOLUTION ENTERING QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
RESOLUTION NO.: 351, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby adjourns from Regular
Session and enters into the Queensbury Board of Health.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Supervisor Strough noted that board members did a site visit on Friday and we felt that the holding
tanks would be best to be away from the lakeside as proposed. So we asked the applicant's
agent/engineer to revise the plan to have the holding tanks roadside of the structure. The plan was a
significant change. Therefore the following resolution is being proposed to set another public hearing
to consider that plan:
RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON SEWAGE DISPOSAL
VARIANCE APPLICATION OF JUDY PONTIFF
RESOLUTION NO.: BOH 41,2017
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INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Brian Clements
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board serves as the Town's Local Board of Health and is
authorized by Town Code Chapter 136 to issue variances from the Town's On-Site Sewage Disposal
Ordinance, and
WHEREAS, Judy Pontiff(Applicant) has applied to the Local Board of Health for variances from
Chapter 136, §136-11 which requires an applicant to obtain a variance for a holding tank, as the Applicant
wishes to replace her wastewater system by installing a holding tank system consisting of two (2) holding
tanks each with a capacity of 1,500 gallons, thus meeting the required total capacity of 3,000 gallons, and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has also applied for additional variances from Chapter 136 to allow
placement of such holding tanks:
1. 32' from the lot 49 well in lieu of the required 50' setback;
2. 29' from the onsite well in lieu of the required 50' setback;
3. 23' from the future onsite well in lieu of the required 50' setback;
4. 41' from the lot 411 well in lieu of the required 50' setback;
5. 5' from the lot 49 property line in lieu of the required 10' setback;
6. 4' from the Sunnyside Road right-of-way in lieu of the required 10' setback;
and placement of the pump tank to be:
7. 40' from the lot 49 well in lieu of the required 50' setback; and
8. 37' from the onsite well in lieu of the required 50' setback;
on property located at 52 Sunnyside North in the Town of Queensbury,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Queensbury Local Board of Health will hold a public hearing on
Monday, December 18th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Queensbury Activities Center, 742 Bay Road,
Queensbury, to consider Judy Pontiff's sewage disposal variance application concerning property located
at 52 Sunnyside North in the Town of Queensbury and bearing Tax Map No.: 279.17-2-37 and at that
time all interested persons will be heard, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Local Board of Health authorizes and directs the Queensbury Town Clerk to
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publish the Notice of Public Hearing presented at this meeting and send a copy of the Notice to neighbors
located within 500 feet of the property as required by law.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING QUEENSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH
RESOLUTION NO.: BOH 42, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Board of Health adjourns from session and moves back into
the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2.0 HEARING—Approving/Disapproving Marianne McDonough's Application for
Variance/Waiver Request From Sanitary Sewer Connection Requirement Set Forth In Town
Code Chapter 136— Sewers and Sewage Disposal
ATTORNEY THOMAS MCDONOUGH-Owner/applicant spoke to the Town Board regarding their
proposal for a waiver request to the sanitary sewer connection for their property, Graycourt Motel
located at 1082 State Route 9, Queensbury.
JOHN SALVADOR-Noted concern with the waiver, it's continued for thirteen years for this property.
Noted concern with the age of the system, they have been there since the 1960's and the possibility of
failure of such an aged system.
Town Board held discussion and proposed the following resolution as amended:
RESOLUTION APPROVING MARIANNE MCDONOUGH'S APPLICATION
FOR VARIANCE/WAIVER REQUEST FROM SANITARY SEWER
CONNECTION REQUIREMENT SET FORTH IN TOWN CODE CHAPTER 136
- SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL
RESOLUTION NO.: 352,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
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SECONDED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board is authorized by Town Code Chapter 136 to issue
variances from §136-44 "Connection to sewers required" which requires Town property owners situated
within a sewer district and located within 250' of a public sanitary sewer of the sewer district to connect to
the public sewer facilities within one(1)year from the date of notice, and
WHEREAS, Marianne McDonough applied to the Town Board for a variance/waiver from §136-
44, as Ms. McDonough has requested a continuing waiver and/or permanent relief from the Town's
connection requirements to connect the Graycourt Motel property to the Town of Queensbury's Route 9
Sewer District for the reasons set forth in Ms. McDonough's October 13th, 2017 letter and application, and
WHEREAS, the Town Clerk's Office mailed a Notice of Hearing to Ms. McDonough and the
Town Board conducted a hearing concerning the variance/waiver request on Monday, December 4th
2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that
a) due to the nature of the variance/waiver request, the Queensbury Town Board determines that
the temporary granting of the variance/waiver would not be materially detrimental to the
purposes and objectives of Queensbury Town Code Chapter 136 and/or adjoining properties or
otherwise conflict with the purpose and objectives of any plan or policy of the Town of
Queensbury; and
b) the Town Board finds that the granting of the variance/waiver is reasonable and would
alleviate unnecessary hardship on the applicant; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves Marianne McDonough's
application for a variance/waiver from Queensbury Town Code Chapter 136, §136-44 "Connection to
sewers required" and hereby grants Ms. McDonough a five (5) year extension of time or until December
4, 2022, in which to connect her property located at 1082 State Route 9, Queensbury (Tax Map No.:
296.9-1-9) to the Town of Queensbury's Route 9 Sewer District, provided that if there is any change in
property use, increase in septic use or additional bathroom facilities added, then such variance shall
immediately terminate unless the Queensbury Town Board reviews and approves a new application for a
variance/waiver, and furthermore, if the septic system has been determined to fail or is modified by the
Applicant, or if ownership of the property is transferred, then the variance is terminated as well and the
property must connect to the Route 9 Sewer District,
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BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Ms. McDonough shall pay all charges due as if her property was connected to
the Route 9 Sewer District, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the property owner agrees to have the system inspected annually and have
reports submitted to the Town Building and Codes Department, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Wastewater
Director and/or Town Budget Officer to take any actions necessary to effectuate the terms of this
Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier
NOES None
ABSENT: None
3.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR FOR RESOLUTION ONLY (LIMIT- 3 MINUTES)
TRAVIS WHITEHEAD spoke regarding Resolution 4.8, `Resolution Authorizing Engagement of Suez
Utility Service Co., Inc. for Professional Services Related to Water Storage Tank Asset Management
and Maintenance Program Establishing Capital Project Fund 4220'.
JOHN SALVADOR spoke regarding Resolution 4.9, `Resolution Authorizing Engagement of C.T.
Male Associates for Design and Construction Administration Engineering Services Related to Carey
Road Sanitary Sewer District and Establishing Capital Project Fund 4221'.
RON BALL spoke regarding Resolution 4.7, `Resolution Setting Public Hearing on Proposed
Amendment to Ordinance No. 30 and Its Subsequent Amendments Concerning Increase in Fees
Associated with Town of Queensbury Building Permit Process'.
CHRIS HARRINGTON, Superintendent of Water/Wastewater spoke regarding his proposal of
Resolution 4.8, `Resolution Authorizing Engagement of Suez Utility Service Co., Inc. for Professional
Services Related to Water Storage Tank Asset Management and Maintenance Program Establishing
Capital Project Fund 4220'.
4.0 RESOLUTIONS
COUNCILMAN CLEMENTS asked to have Resolution 4.8 pulled for a roll call vote. He noted his
concern with the 20 year contract.
Town Board held further discussion regarding proposed resolution 4.8, motion made by Councilman
Metivier, seconded by Councilman Brewer.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENGAGEMENT OF SUEZ UTILITY SERVICE
CO., INC FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO WATER STORAGE
TANK ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND
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ESTABLISHING CAPITAL PROJECT FUND #220
RESOLUTION NO.: 353, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.Anthony Metivier
WHO MOVED ITS
SECONDED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Water Superintendent requested proposals for
professional services for the Town's Water Storage Tank Asset Management and Maintenance Program
which consists of the complete painting, repair, long-term maintenance and management of the Town's
five (5) water storage tanks and annual visual inspection services of its concrete water storage tank in the
Town of Queensbury(Project), and
WHEREAS, the Water Superintendent received and reviewed the Town's only received proposal
from Suez Utility Service Co., Inc., (Suez) and has recommended that the Town Board authorize
engagement of Suez for such professional services as delineated in Suez's October 24, 2017 proposal
and four (4) Water Tank Maintenance Contracts and Water Tank Maintenance Contract for Concrete
Tank dated November 8, 2017, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board accordingly wishes to establish a Capital Project Fund related to
the Project,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs engagement of Suez
Utility Service Co., Inc., (Suez) for such professional services as delineated in Suez's October 24, 2017
proposal and four (4) Water Tank Maintenance Contracts and Water Tank Maintenance Contract for
Concrete Tank dated November 8, 2017, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the establishment of the
"Water Storage Tank Asset Management and Maintenance Program Capital Project Fund 4220,"
which Fund will establish funding for expenses associated with the Project, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs that funding for this Project
shall be from the Water Department Fund Balance, and
BE IT FURTHER,
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby establishes initial appropriations and estimated
revenues for Capital Project Fund 4220 in the amount of$2,600,000, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury 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 040-9950-9030 Transfer to Capital Project - $2,600,000;
• Increase Revenue 220-0000-55031 Interfund Revenue - $2,600,000;
• Increase Appropriation 220-8340-2899 Capital Construction - $2,600,000; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
amend the 2017 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 to execute
the four (4) Water Tank Maintenance Contracts and Water Tank Maintenance Contract for Concrete
Tank dated November 8, 2017 substantially in the form presented at this meeting, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute
any further documentation, and the Town Supervisor, Water Superintendent and/or Town Budget Officer
to take such other and further actions as may be necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier
NOES Mr. Clements
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME
FOR JD MICHAELS HOLDINGS, LLC TO INSTALL TOP COAT OF BLACK-
TOP ON BURNT HILLS DRIVE AND WOODEN LANE IN
BURNT RIDGE SUBDIVISION
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RESOLUTION NO. 354,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 411,2015, the Queensbury Town Board accepted JD Michaels
Holdings, LLC's (Michaels) offer to dedicate to the Town of Queensbury, Burnt Hills Drive and Wooden
Lane in the Burnt Ridge Subdivision, and
WHEREAS, Michaels provided the Town with a $91,000 Letter of Credit to ensure placement of
the top coat on such roads by November 27, 2017, and
WHEREAS, the Town Highway Superintendent has advised that construction within the
subdivision is not yet completed and so Michaels has been unable to install the top coat, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has therefore recommended that the Town Board grant
a one year extension to Michaels so that installation of the top coat of black-top may be completed,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes a one year extension or until
November 27, 2018 for JD Michaels Holdings, LLC to install the top coat of black-top on Burnt Hills
Drive and Wooden Lane in the Burnt Ridge Subdivision, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to provide a certified
copy of this Resolution to the Town Highway Superintendent.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND CODES
DAVID HATIN TO CARRY OVER UNUSED VACATION TIME
RESOLUTION NO.: 355,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
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SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, Town of Queensbury's Director of Building and Codes David Hatin has accumulated
five(5)vacation days that he will be unable to use before December 31St, 2017 and has therefore requested
Town Board approval to carry over up to five(5) days of vacation time beyond December 31St, 2017, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to approve such request with the understanding that such
approval shall not be considered as a precedent for approval of any future requests,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes David Hatin to carry over up to
five(5)vacation days beyond December 31St, 2017, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Director of
Building and Codes and/or Town Budget Officer to take any actions necessary to effectuate the terms of
this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF DENISE JOHNSON AS
PART-TIME ACCOUNT CLERK
RESOLUTION NO.: 356,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Budget Officer has advised that a full-time Account Clerk
will be retiring in the near future and has therefore requested Town Board authorization to make the
Account Clerk a part-time,permanent position and hire someone in such position, and
WHEREAS, the Budget Officer reviewed resumes, interviewed candidates and has recommended
that the Town Board authorize the hiring of Denise Johnson as part-time Account Clerk,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
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RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs that the full-time
position of Account Clerk in the Accounting Office be made a part-time, permanent position, with such
Account Clerk to earn all benefits as full-time employees at a prorated rate of 30 hours per week, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes the hiring of Denise Johnson as the part-
time, permanent Account Clerk effective on or about December 5th, 2017 not to exceed 30 hours per
week, with the exception of occasional coverage for vacation or sick leaves, subject to Ms. Johnson's
successful passing of a pre-employment physical as required by Town Policy and completion of a six (6)
month 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 Ms. Johnson shall be paid at the rate of $19 per hour, with such wage to
increase to $19.50 per hour after successful completion of the six-month probation period, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, and/or
Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action necessary to effectuate the terms of this
Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIRING OF MARIAH JUCKETT AS
PART-TIME ASSISTANT COURT CLERK
RESOLUTION NO.: 357,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury Town Justices have requested Town Board authorization to
hire a part-time Assistant Court Clerk in anticipation of the impending retirement of a full-time employee
in May 2018,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of Mariah
Juckett as a provisional, part-time, Assistant Court Clerk effective on or about January 1, 2018 at the rate
of$15 per hour, not to exceed 20 hours per week, subject to Ms. Juckett's successful passing of a pre-
employment physical as required by Town Policy and completion of a six (6) month 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 the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Town
Justices, Town Court Clerks and/or Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID FOR PURCHASE OF NEW
TRACTOR FOR TOWN CEMETERY DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 358, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, in accordance with Resolution No.: 324,2017, the Town of Queensbury's
Purchasing Agent duly advertised for bids for the purchase of a new Kioti CK3510 tractor for use by the
Cemetery Department as set forth in bid specifications prepared by the Cemetery Superintendent and/or
Purchasing Agent, and
WHEREAS, on November 27th, 2017, the Purchasing Agent duly received and opened all bids,
and
WHEREAS, the Town Cemetery Superintendent and Purchasing Agent have recommended
that the Town Board award the bid to the lowest and only responsible bidder, Emerich Sales and
Service, for an amount not to exceed $20,218,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
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RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby accepts and awards the bid for the
purchase of a new Kioti CK3510 tractor for use by the Town Cemetery Department from the lowest
and only responsible bidder, Emerich Sales and Service for an amount not to exceed $20,218, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs that payment for such truck
shall be from Misc. Equipment Account No.: 002-8810-2001, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
transfer $20,218 from Salaries Account No.: 002-8810-1010 to Misc. Equipment Account No.: 002-
8810-2001 to provide for such payment, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor,
Cemetery Superintendent, Purchasing Agent and/or Town Budget Officer to take any and all action
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR
REPLACEMENT VEHICLE FOR TOWN WATER DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 359, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Water Superintendent has advised the Town Board that
the Water Superintendent's vehicle will not pass inspection due to structural issues and needs to be
replaced and therefore he wishes to advertise for bids for the purchase of a 2017 or newer all-wheel drive
sedan type of vehicle as will be described in bid documents/specifications to be prepared by the Water
Superintendent or Purchasing Agent, and
WHEREAS, General Municipal Law §103 requires that the Town advertise for bids and award the
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bid to the lowest responsible bidder meeting New York State statutory requirements and the requirements
set forth in the Town's bidding documents,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Queensbury
Purchasing Agent to publish an advertisement for bids for a 2017 or newer all-wheel drive sedan type of
vehicle as described above in the official newspaper for the Town of Queensbury and/or through the New
York State Office of General Services Procurement Program, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Purchasing Agent to open,
read aloud and record all bids received and present the bids to the next regular or special Town Board
meeting.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT
TO ORDINANCE NO. 30 AND ITS SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS
CONCERNING INCREASE IN FEES ASSOCIATED WITH TOWN OF
QUEENSBURY BUILDING PERMIT PROCESS
RESOLUTION NO.: 360, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, Town of Queensbury Ordinance No. 30 and its subsequent Amendments provide in
Section 5 for fees to be charged in connection with applications for the issuance of building permits, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Director of Building and Codes Enforcement has
recommended that the Town Board amend Ordinance No. 30, Section 5, to raise certain fees associated
with the building permit process as specifically set forth in the Proposed Fee Schedule presented at this
meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to schedule a public hearing concerning the proposed
Amendment to Ordinance No. 30,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board shall hold a public hearing on Monday, December
18th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Queensbury Activities Center, 742 Bay Road, Queensbury to hear all
interested parties and citizens regarding the proposed Amendment to Ordinance No. 30, Section 5 to
increase fees associated with the Town of Queensbury building permit process, such proposed fee
increases to be effective as of January 15t, 2018, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Queensbury Town Clerk to
publish a Notice of Hearing in the official newspaper for the Town in the manner provided by law.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES : Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENGAGEMENT OF C.T. MALE ASSOCIATES
FOR PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
ENGINEERING SERVICES RELATED TO CAREY ROAD SANITARY SEWER
DISTRICT AND ESTABLISHING
CAPITAL PROJECT FUND #221
RESOLUTION NO.: 361,2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Wastewater Director requested proposals for professional
Design and Construction Administration Engineering Services (Services) related to establishment of the
Carey Road Sanitary Sewer District(Project), and
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Director and Purchasing Agent have received and reviewed three (3)
proposals, with the lowest submitted proposal submitted by C.T. Male Associates, and therefore the
Wastewater Director and Purchasing Agent have recommended that the Town Board authorize
engagement of C.T. Male Associates for such Services in the amount of$111,200 as delineated in C.T.
Male Associates' November 28, 2017 proposal presented at this meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board accordingly wishes to establish a Capital Project Fund related to
the Project, and
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WHEREAS, the Water Superintendent has advised the Town Board that there are times when
Change Orders may become necessary related to such Services and has requested that the Town Board
also authorize him to approve and sign certain Change Orders up to a 10% contingency for Change
Orders that he deems necessary or appropriate, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to authorize a withdrawal and expenditure in the total
estimated amount of$122,320 from Capital Reserve No. 64 toward this Project, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with New York State General Municipal Law §6(c), the Town Board
is authorized to withdraw and expend funds from Reserve 464 subject to permissive referendum,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs engagement of C.T.
Male Associates for professional Design and Construction Administration Engineering Services
(Services) related to the Carey Road Sanitary Sewer District for the amount of$111,200 as delineated
in C.T. Male Associates' November 28, 2017 proposal as presented at this meeting, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs establishment of the "Carey
Road Sanitary Sewer District Capital Project Fund 4221," which Fund will establish funding for
expenses associated with the Project to be funded from the Town's Capital Reserve 464, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby finds that the withdrawal and expenditure for such
Project are expenditures for a specific capital project for which the Reserve Account was established, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Wastewater Director to
approve and sign Change Orders pertaining to such Services up to a 10% contingency or in the total
amount not exceeding $11,120 that he deems necessary or appropriate, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Budget Officer to take all actions
necessary to amend the Town Budget, make any adjustments, budget amendments, transfers and prepare
any documentation to effectuate the transfer from Reserve No.: 64 in the amount of $122,320 to fund
such Project and establish initial appropriations and estimated revenues for Capital Project Fund 4221
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in the amount of$122,320, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Budget Officer to
establish the following accounts for such appropriations and revenues:
• Increase Appropriation 001-9950-9030-0064 Transfer to Capital Project - $122,320;
• Increase Revenue 221-0000-55031 Interfund Transfer - $122,320;
• Increase Appropriation 221-8120-2899 Capital Construction - $122,320; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute
any needed agreements and/or documentation, and the Town Supervisor, Wastewater Director,
Purchasing Agent and/or Town Budget Officer to take such other and further actions as may be necessary
to effectuate the terms of this Resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that this Resolution is subject to a permissive referendum in accordance with the
provisions of Town Law Article 7 and the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Clerk to
publish and post such notices and take such other actions as may be required by law.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN EMPLOYEES IN CEMETERY
DEPARTMENT TO CARRY OVER UNUSED VACATION TIME
RESOLUTION NO.: 362, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, Town of Queensbury's Cemetery Superintendent has advised that due to an
extended medical leave of one of the Cemetery Department employees and the extended time needed
when the new Crematory machine was being replaced, it was difficult to schedule everyone's vacation
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time, and
WHEREAS, since these employees were willing to do what was needed to cover the Cemetery
Department, the Cemetery Superintendent has therefore requested Town Board approval for these
employees to carry over their vacation time beyond December 31St, 2017 as follows:
■ Julian Gamache - 8 hours vacation
■ Jeremy Squires - 16 hours vacation
■ Chris Sennett - 20 hours vacation
■ Connie Goedert - 20 hours vacation and 8 hours Floating Holiday
and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to approve such request with the understanding that such
approval shall not be considered as a precedent for approval of any future requests,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes the following employees to
carry over their vacation time beyond December 31St, 2017 as follows:
■ Julian Gamache - 8 hours vacation
■ Jeremy Squires - 16 hours vacation
■ Chris Sennett - 20 hours vacation
■ Connie Goedert - 20 hours vacation and 8 hours Floating Holiday
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Director of
Cemetery Superintendent and/or Town Budget Officer to take any actions necessary to effectuate the
terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION TO AMEND 2017 BUDGET
RESOLUTION NO.: 363, 2017
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INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
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:
From To
Code Appropriation Code Appropriation $
001-1990-4400 Contingency 001-8020-4711 Reimb. Engineering 8,000
004-5110-1010 Wages 004-5110-4441 Drainage 9,000
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION APPROVING AUDIT OF BILLS
DECEMBER 5TH, 2017
RESOLUTION NO.: 364, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board wishes to approve an audit of bills presented as a
Warrant with a run date of November 30th, 2017 and a payment date of December 5th, 2017,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby approves the Warrant with a run date of
November 30th, 2017 and a payment date of December 5th, 2017 totaling $473,542.59, and
BE IT FURTHER,
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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 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT : None
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLARIFICATION AND CORRECTION TO
2018 TOWN BUDGET REGARDING LEVY AND RATE RELATED TO
QUEENSBURY CONSOLIDATED SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT BENEFIT
TAX ROLL FOR 2017
RESOLUTION NO.: 365, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 272,2017, the Queensbury Town Board adopted its Queensbury
Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District Benefit Tax Roll for 2017 for payment of public improvement
expenses within the District, with such District Roll for Fund No.: 32 being adopted in the amount of
$58,500 with a rate of$4.709, and
WHEREAS, an incorrect levy and rate was provided for the Town's adopted 2018 Budget and
therefore the Town Board wishes to revise Account Code 032-0000-51030 Special Assessments in the
Town's approved 2018 budget from $47,500 to the correct amount of$58,500 and adjust the estimated
tax rate accordingly from $3.8239 to the correct amount of$4.709,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes a clarification and correction to
its adopted 2018 Budget to revise Account Code 032-0000-51030 Special Assessments in the Town's
approved 2018 budget from $47,500 to the correct amount of $58,500 previously set forth in the
Town's adopted 2017 Queensbury Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District Benefit Tax Roll and adjust the
estimated tax rate accordingly from $3.8239 to the correct amount of$4.709, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor, Town
Clerk/Receiver of Taxes and Assessments, Town Assessor, Wastewater Director and/or Budget Officer to
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take all actions necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Brewer, Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone
NOES None
ABSENT: None
5.0 CORRESPONDENCE
TOWN CLERK CAROLINE BARBER noted letters received from Mr. Travis Whitehead dated
November 8th, 2017, November 13th, 2017 and November 14th, 2017 which are on file in the Town
Clerk's Office.
6.0 PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR (LIMIT- 4 MINUTES)
DR. DAVE SCHWENKER referred to this evening's online Post Star article referencing the
Queensbury Senior Center where he was profoundly misquoted or interpreted in terms of the condoms
in the bathrooms and HIV in the area.
JOHN SALVADOR questioned the status of the Real Property Transfer Law.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH noted that there is a meeting scheduled for tomorrow to review the draft
language.
MR. SALVADOR spoke regarding the creation of the Sweet Road sewer line and district.
TRAVIS WHITEHEAD spoke regarding the Suez Utility Service Contract.
7.0 TOWN BOARD DISCUSSIONS
COUNCILMAN BREWER (WARD IV)-
• Happy to see the Carey Road Sewer District underway.
COUNCILMAN FERONE (WARD III)-
• Questioned status of traffic signals on Aviation Road at school intersection.
Supervisor Strough noted that the parts have been ordered, expected in the beginning of
October but we are still waiting for them. Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do at this
point but wait.
COUNCILMAN CLEMENTS (WARD ll)-
Two request for street lights on the lower Boulevard and Bay Road.
• Need to continue with the sidewalk repairs effort that I started. I will hope to have a
couple of proposals for the next regular board meeting.
COUNCILMAN METIVIER(WARD I)-
This is mostly a public service announcement. Although we live in a beautiful town,
we're not immune to no crime. A lot of cars have been broken into in recent weeks, my
neighborhood got hit pretty hard, along with Bonner Drive and Leland Estates.
Especially over the holidays, make sure you lock your cars and doors.
SUPERVISOR STROUGH-
• Received thank you letter from Bill VanNess and Beth Mclaughlin, the Commissioners
of Board of Elections thanking Peter Smith, Troy Bapp, and Jeff Dunbar for their help
with the elections setup of machines and signage.
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• Adirondack Glens Falls Transportation Council will be conducting a public hearing
December 14th at 7 p.m. at West Glens Falls Fire Company for the purpose of receiving
public input on potential routes for a trail system in Queensbury to make an integrated
spine system for pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
• Queensbury Water District Customers may experience discoloration because there is
maintenance being done on the system this Wednesday. A public notification will be
placed on the website and the post star.
• There are openings on the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. If there is
anyone interested, please send my office a letter of intent with a brief resume.
• Reviewed the various functions he attended.
• Thanked Look TV and our sponsors for televising these meetings.
RESOLUTION ADJOURNING REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
RESOLUTION NO.: 366, 2017
INTRODUCED BY: Mr. George Ferone
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Tim Brewer
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby adjourns its Regular
Town Board Meeting.
Duly adopted this 4th day of December, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES: Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Ferone, Mr. Brewer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
CAROLINE H. BARBER
TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY