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Regular Meeting June 8, 1967
Present:
John 0, Webster Supervisor
N. Harwood Beaty Councilman
Theodore Turner Councilman
Curtis Lampson Councilman
Hammond Robertson, Jr, Councilman
The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:06 P.M.
Supervisor Webster announced that the Town Clerk, Mr. George C . Crannell
is in the Glens Falls Hospital. Mrs, Thomas Dougher will be serving
as acting clerk for the meeting,
The Public Hearing on the application of William J. VanGuilder
to locate a mobile home on Luzerne Road was opened at 8:07 P,M.
Proof of Publication of the notice of Hearing as published in
the official papers was presented by Supervisor Webster. Mr.
Webster called on anyone present in favor of or against said
application to speak. Mr. VanGuilder spoke in his own behalf.
There were no other statements. Hearing declared closed. The
Board informed Mr. VanGuilder that the Board would take favorable
action this evening.
The Public hearing on the application of Genevieve VanDen Houton
to locate a mobile kome at Cleverdale was opened at 8:12 P.M„
Proof of publication of the notice of hearing as published in
the official papers was presented by Supervisor Webster. No one
appeared either in opposition or in favor of said application.
The Building Inspector had approved with some reservation con-
cerning a satisfactory septic system, Supervisor Webster and
Councilman Robertson both stated they had received numerous calls
in opposition to said application. Since there seemed to be
some doubt as to the legality of a mobile home within the Lake
George Park Residential Zone and since this application was not
filed asking for a varience, action by the Board was deferred,
Hearing closed at 8:24 P.M.
The minutes of the meeting of May 25, 1967 were approved after
correction made by the Town Clerk.
Supervisor Webster welcomed all visitors at this time.
Mrs. Florence Mclllvaine represented the press at the meeting.
Mr, Wheeler Howe of the American Legion inouired of the Board
if there was a bill presented to the Town for the Memorial Day
Service that was an improper one. Supervisor Webster informed
Mr. Howe that bills would be audited later and he was welcome
to remain for this audit. There were some of the customers
bills such as flags, wreaths, sound system etc in the audit.
Mr. Howe agreed.
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A',faestion as to the status of zoning was asked from the floor.
Supervisor Webster reported that the Town Board had completed
its review and has scheduled a joint meeting with the Planning
Board for next week Thursday, June 15. This will not be a public
meeting. The next step will be the setting of a date for a
public hearing.
Supervisor Webster brought to the attention of the Board a book-
let entitled "Welcome to Lake George". This is concerned to
some extent with sign regulations.
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It was announced that the Hudson Valley Volunteer Fireman' s
Association Convention and Parade will be held in Hudson Falls
June 15, 16, and 17.
A letter of thanks was received from the family of John Finch.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars will show a film on how to display
the American flag at the Queensbury Senior High School at 8:00 P.M.
on June 14.
The Town Board has been invited to attend a flag raising ceremony
at Radio Station WWSC on Flag Day, June 14 at 11 A.M.
The New York State Conservation Department announced its gypsy
moth spraying program.
Reports:
The Report of New Construction was filed with the clerk for the
Month of May showing 35 starts.
The report of the Building Inspector was filed with the clerk,
for the month of May.
The Supervisor presented the Financial report for May showing
Receipts of $115, 299. 18 , Disbursements of $112,015. 64.
The Highway Financial Report for the month of May was received.
There were no other communications or reports and those received
were placed on file.
RESOLUTION TO NAME MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF CEMETERY COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 106, Introduced by Mr. Turner, who moved its _
adoption, seconded by Mr. Beaty.
WHEREAS, Chapter 814, of the Laws of 1948 provides that there
shall be a Board of Cemetery Commissions of the Town of
Queensbury to consist of three members appointed by the Town
Board for three year terms to expire on June 30th of each year,
and
WHEREAS, it appears from the records of the Town Clerk that
Sidney VanDusen was last appointed by the Town Board for a
term which expires on June 30, 1967, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that Sidney VanDusen be and he hereby is reappointed
a member of the Board of Cemetery Commissions of the Town of
Queensbury for a term commencing as of July 1, 1967 and to expire
on June 30, 1970.
Duly adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: -Mr. Beaty, Mr. Turner, Mr. Lampson, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Webster.
Noes - None
Mr. Webster made note that Mr. VanDusen has served the town on:
this commission for the past 20 years and expressed the �"
appreciation of the the Town for his service.
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RESOLUTION TO MAKE APPLICATION TO THE NEW YORK STATE DIVISION
FOR YOUTH, FOR APPROVAL OF RECREATION PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO. 107, Introduced. by Mr. Beaty, who moved its
adoption, seconded by Mr. Lampson.
WHEREAS, the 1967 Town Budget has made provision for a continuation
of the Town Recreation Program, and
WHEREAS, it is believed that the Town is eligible to receive state
aid under the State of New York Division for Youth, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that application to the New York State Division for Youth
for approval of the Recreation Project is hereby authorized, and
that the Supervisor of the Town is hereby authorized, and directed
to execute such application on behalf of the Town of Queensbury.
Duly adopted by the following vote:
Ayes Mr. Beaty, Mr. Turner, Mr. Lampson, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Webster.
Noes - None
Supervisor Webster asked at this time if therewas any other new
or unfinished business.
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PERMIT FOR MOBILE HOME
RESOLUTION NO. 108, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, who moved its
adoption, seconded by Mr. Lampson.
WHEREAS, William J. VanGuilder of RD #3, Glens Falls, N. Y. has
made application in accordance with paragraph 2 (c) Section 4,
of an ordinance of the Town of Queensbury entitled ORDINANCE
FOR THE REGULATION OF MOBILE HOMES and MOBILE HOME COURTS IN
THE TOWN OF QUEENSBURY9 WARREN COUNTY, NEW YORK, to locate a
mobile home outside of a duly licensed mobile home court at
property situated Luzerne Road, Town of Queensbury, and
WHEREAS, this town board has conducted a public hearing in
connection with said application and has heard all persons
desiring to be heard in favor of or against said application,
and
WHEREAS, it is hereby determined that the facts presented in
said application and at said public hearing are sufficient to
authorize the issuance of the permit renuested by said application,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, that pursuant to the provisions. of the above mentioned
ordinance permission is hereby given to William J. VanGuilder of
RD # 3, Glens Falls, N.Y. to locate a mobile home outside of a
licensed mobile home court, at property situated at Luzerne Road,
Town of Queensbury, and that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized
and directed to issue such permit in accordance with the terms
and conditions of said ordinance.
Duly adopted by the following vote:
Ayes - Mr. Beaty, Mr. Turner, Mr. Lampson, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Webster.
Noes - None
Supervisor Webster explained the Show cause order concerning the
Annexation case with the City of Glens Falls.
Supervisor Webster announced that progress is continuing on the
Route 9, Aviation Road project and the letting will be this fall.
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On Wednesday, June 14th Mr. Webster will be in Albany attending
a Hearing called by the Committee on Local Government and Home
Rule of the Constitutional Convention. He would be representing
Warren County and will also represent the Town of Queensbury.
A recess was called at 8:55 P.M.
Meeting resumed at 9:45 P.M. Mr. Witham appeared at this time.
He spoke on behalf of the Queensbury Chamber of Commerce and
told of their efforts to bring an outside bank to this area.
RESOLUTION TO AUDIT CLAIMS 1
RESOLUTION NO. 109, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, seconded by
Mr. Beaty.
RESOLVED, that the Audit of Claims as listed in Abstract #67-6
numbered #524 through #629 inclusive and totaling $46,243. 54
is hereby approved.
Duly adopted by the following vote:
Ayes Mr. Beaty, Mr. Turner, Mr. Lampson, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Webster.
Noes - None
RESOLUTION TO DISAPPROVE APPLICATION TO LOCATE MOBILE HOME
OUTSIDE OF MOBILE HOME COURT
RESOLUTION NO. 110, Introduced by Mr. Robertson, seconded by
Mr. Lampson.
WHEREAS, Martin C. & Ruby J. Mosher of RD #3, Glens Falls, have
made application in accordance with paragraph 2 (c) Section 4,
of an ordinance of the Town of Queensbury entitled ORDINANCE
FOR THE REGULATION OF MOBILE HOMES and MOBILE HOME COURTS IN
THE TOWN OF QUEENSBURY, WARREN COUNTY, NEW YORK, to locate
a mobile home outside of a duly licensed mobile home court
at property situated at Minnesota Avenue, Town of Queensbury,
and
WHEREAS, it -is hereby determined that said application complies
with the requirements of said ordinance but that the facts as
presented in said application are not sufficient to justify
further consideration by this board, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that pursuant to the provisions of the above mentioned
ordinance, the ap#lication of Martin C. & Ruby J. Mosher of
RD #3, Glens Falls, N. Y. , to locate a mobile home outside of
a duly licensed mobile home court is not approved and that the
Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notify the
applicant of the decision of this board.
Duly adopted by the following vote:
Ayes - Mr. Beaty, Robertson, Lampson
Noes - Turner, Webster
On motion the meeting adjourned.
Respectfully suubmitte
Syl a Dougher
Acting Clerk