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1978-05-23 30 I REGULAR MEETING MAY 23, 1978 MEMBERS PRESENT: Michel Brandt-Supervisor Daniel Olson-Councilman Dr. Charles Eisenhart-Councilman Mrs. Frances Walter-Councilman Hammond Robertson-Councilman I Joseph Brennan-Town Counsel PRESS: G.F. Post Star, WWSC TOWN OFFICIALS: George Liapes, Mr. Bodenweiser, Mr. Townley, Mrs. Shenk GUESTS: Mr. Turnbull, Mr. Tarana, Mr. & Mrs . Homer, Mr. Coombs , Mrs. Phillips ,Mr. Lukaris --1 Meeting Opened 7: 30 P.M. Salute to the Flag led by Councilman Eisenhart BID OPENING-PROPERTY ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RUSH POND NOTICE SHOWN 7: 31 P.M. Supervisor Brandt- requested the opening of the bids. Town Clerk Donald A. Chase- read the following bids Dr. William H. Perkins 178 Broadway Fort Edward, N.Y. $1, 025. 00 no non collusive Charles R. Wood Enterprises Box 511 Lake George, New York $22, 800. 00 no non collusive Councilman Robertson- requested that the bids be tabled for review. this was agreed upon by the entire board. PUBLIC HEARING-REZONING-MEADOW RUN-NOTICE SHOWN Supervisor Brandt- opened the hearin g 7: 38 P.M. requested anyone interest d` to speak. . . Attorney Robert Stewart- representing Meadow Run-reviewed tha application- came first to the Board in February of 1978 it has gone through the two planning Boards and has been approved, it has now returned to the Town Board f6r action. . .with the aid of a map Mr. Stewart reviewed the situation noting that the property was cut into two different zonings C-3 and R-4 noted that the parcel could not be used without going for a variance.. . requested that the parcel be made C-3 which would be contigious to the other area. . . . the C-3 Zone line would be run from the back property line. . . Noted that the planning boards recommended that the parcels next to Meadow Run property which have the same property split zoning be changed at this time also. . . Councilman Olson- you are just speaking .for your client, Meadow Run. . . Attornev Robert Stewart- Just Meadow Run. . . Comncilman Robertson- you are asking for the entire parcel to be zoned C-1 Attorney Robert Stewart- yes. - Councilman Robertson- the other property owners have also requested that thev be added to the rezoning to be C-3 at the property line. . . Mr. Bodenweiser- owner of adjoining property. . . can't do anything to the property without a variance. . . requested the rezoning of the property. . . Supervisor Brandt- asked if there was anyone else that would like to speak. . . no one spoke. . . declared the hearing closed. . . 7: 40 P.M. i RESOLUTION TO REZONE I RESOLUTION NO. 131. Introduced by Mr. 'Hammond Robertson who moved for its adoption, seconded by Dr. Charles Eisenhart: i ; ; I (Resolution forthcoming from Town Counsel to be found on page,_ _.) RESOLUTION TO APPROVE BOARD MINUTES f3F.SOT.TTTTON NO. 132., Introduced by Dr. Charles Eisenhart who moved for its adoption, seconded by Mr. Hammond Robertson: RESOLVED, that the Town Board minutes of May 9 , 1978 be and hereby are approved. Duly adopted by the following vote: i Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt < Noes : None i Absent: None RESOLUTION APPROVING PERMIT FOR CIRCUS ERSOLUTION NO. 133. Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Daniel Olson: WHEREAS, permission is Ieby granted to the West Glens Falls Fire Co. to hold a circus on the dates of June 7 and June 8, 1978 on Firemen' s Field in West Glens Falls , New York, name of the Circus is the Hunt' s I Circus Show, and be it further RESOLVED, that this permit will be given only upon proof of Public Liability Insurance in the amount of $1, 000, 000. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION REQUESTING LOVER SPEED LIMIT I RESOLUTION NO, 134. Introduced by Mr. Daniel Olson who moved for its adoption, seconded by Mrs . Frances Walter: IMEREAS, a petition has been received from residents of the Luzerne Rd. area for a lower speed limit, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be authorized to send the proper forms to the Warren County Highway Superintendent and from there to the Dept. of Transportation requesting the speed limit on Luzerne Road, between Pinewood and Burch -Road be lowered to 30 or 35 MPH. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR TRAFFIC ENTRANCE CONTROL SYSTEMS I FOR THE SOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION RERQUITTON NO. 115, Introduced by Dr. Charles Eisenhart who moved for its adoption, seconded by Mrs. Frances Walter: t WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury has expressed a desire to go out for bids for a traffic entrance control systems for the solid waste transfer station, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk-Director of Purchasing solicit sealed bids for the traffic entrance control systems for Solid Waste Transfer. Station and that the following notice be published in the official newspaper of the Town. NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE is hereby given that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury will 32 receive sealed proposals on a traffic entrance control systems for the solid waste -transfer station. I A complete copy of the specifications as amended will be available in the I Office of the Town Clerk. Bids will be received up to 5: 00 P.M. on the 13th day of June 1978 at the Town Clerk' s Office in the Town of Oueensbury Office Building, Bay and Haviland Roads, Glens Falls , New York 12801. i Bids must be submitted in sealed OPAOUF ENVELOPES marked "Traffic Entrance Control Svstem" bid and there shall be submitted with such bid a certificate of Non-Collusion as required by Section 103D of the General Municipal Law and bidder must state approximate date of delivery. The Town Board will meet at the Town Office Building at 7: 30 P.M. on the 13th day of June, 1978 at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The following vote was taken: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None Discussion held before vote- Councilman Walter- it is my understanding that we would go to bid for several units? Supervisor Brandt- the spec' s are written so that we have the right to buy several as per our choice. . . up to three units . Councilman Eisenhart- requested and it was approved that an amendment be made, that a statement be made in the specifications to state the price of one unit, two units and three units. . . Do these spec' s include installation. . . Supervisor Brandt- no RESOLUTION TO PAY SICK LEAVE DUE RESOLUTION NO. 136, Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved its a opt on, seconded by Mr. Daniel Olson: WHEREAS, James Kidney, was hired 11-19-73 by the Town of Queensburv, to work at the then Oueensbury Landfill, and i WHEREAS, January 1, 1977, the Queensbury Landfill was taken over by the Warren County Refuse Agency, and Mr. Kidney was transferred to the Warren County Payroll , and, WHEREAS, Mr. Kidney had accumulated 22 sick days at the time of this transfer to the County, which he was not paid for at the time of the transfer, Now, Therefore be it j RESOLVED, to reimburse Mr. Kidney for k of this sick leave upon his retirement from the County System on April 1, 1978 at his then regular rate of pay. (88 hours at 3. 99/hr.=$351. 12) j Duly adopted by the following vote: i Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None Supervisor Brandt- reviewed Mr. Kidney' s situation being transferred from the Town to County employment. . . at the landfill. . . Councilman Eisenhart-I have objections to pay for unused sick leave, sick I leave is provided for the purpose of preventing someone from lo8J ,_, his salary it is not an additional benefit of money. . . is this provided in an agreement which in &nforced? i �9 v ci Supervisor Brandt- yes . Councilman Eisenhart- I would make the statement that the next time we negotiate a contract that this be deleted. Sick leave is not an additional enumeration, it is a protection, I object to paving sick leave. Councilman Olson- Ilhave to agree with you personal days are areas we have to look at . . . they are badly abused. I RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE VEHICLE, FOR THE OUEENSBURY/GLENS FALLS LANDFILL i RESQ XTION No. 137, Introduced by Mrs. Frances Walter who moved for its adoption, secon a by Mr. Hammond Robertson: WHEREAS, the Oueensbury/Glens Falls Landfill Committee has recommended the purchase of a previously owned County Tandem Dump Truck from Glen Ford, and WHEREAS, this Tandem Truck is equipped with a snow plow, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Oueensbury purchase said vehicle from Glen Ford, Route 9, South Glens Falls, at a price of $1, 300. 00 Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None i i Supervisor Brandt- this truck was rented to the Town from the county. . . it will be used for hauling at the landfill. . . t RESOLUTION TO REPAIR FENCE AT THE OUEENSBURY7GLENS FALLS LANDFILL ES LUTION NO. 138 Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved its adoption,--seconded by Mrs. Frances Walter: WHEREAS, the Oueensbury/Glens Falls Landfill Committee has recommended j that the fence at the Ridge Road Landfill be repaired, and WHEREAS, a proposal has been obtained from Potter Fence Co. , to relocate i the fence, which is approximately 360 ft. on Jenkinsville Road, and WHEREAS, the cost of repair and relocation of this fence has been estimated at $500. 00 for relocation of fence, $800.00 for a webb stripping in fence and $100. 00 for installation of webbing material. Total $1400.00, and j WHEREAS, the relocation of this fence has been approved by Hercules , there- " fore be it RESOLVED, to authorize the relocation of the fence , and the purchase and installation of material. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None I Absent: None " i Discussion held before vote- ,` Councilman Olson- suggested that the fence be placed so that the snow plows will not damage it and also there will be room for plantings . . . Councilman Walter- noted that the landfill committee is looking; at plantings. . RESOLUTION OF SALE OF GRAVEL FROM THE RIDGE ROAD LANDFILL SITE uF,sO TTION NO iza Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Dr. Charles Eisenhart: (Resolution forthcoming from Town Counsel and to be found on page f Discussion before vote: i 34 Councilman Olson- who will be responsible for keeping an inventory of trucks coming in? Will they be billed on a monthly basis? i Supervisor Brandt- the landfill employees . . .hope to soon be able to use the scales. . . the haulers will be billed on a monthly basis. Councilman Walter- How was the price established? Supvervisor Brandt-a feeler from the DPW meeting with the County. They are Town of Queensbury proceeds they do not go to the landfill operation. RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS RESOLUTION N0, 140, Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved for its adoption, seconded by Mr. Hammond Robertson: j WHEREAS, a surplus exists in the Fire Protection Account, SF909, � j WHEREAS, an insurance bill is clue and payable for workmen' s compensation, therefore be it RESOLVED, to appropriate $1200. to SF3410.420, Fire Protection District Insurance, from SF909, Surplus . Dula adopted by the following vote: i Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Eisenhart, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt. Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTION TO APPOINT ASSISTANT BUILDING INSPECTOR RESOLUTION NO. 141, introduced by Mr. Brandt, who moved its adoption, seconded y r. 'E senhart. l WHEREAS, , the position of Assistant Building Inspector for the Town of Oueensbury has been vacated by the retirement of Harold Boynton, therefore be it RESOLVED, to appoint Stephen Lynn of 70 Cooper Street, Lake George, New York as Assistant Building and Zoning Officer for the Town of Queensbury, to become effective May 29 , 1978, at a salary of $10,000 per annum. i Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt. Noes: None. Absent: None. Mr. Brandt stated that it was a hard choice to make but he thought Mr. Lynn would be a great addition to the town staff. i Mr. Olson gave some brief comments on Mr. Lynn' s background. He is also looking to relocate in the Town of Queensbury. , RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT DEED FOR HIGM4AY I RFenTT7TTQU",n ii.? Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its I a adoption, seconded by Mr. Michel Brandt: -, i WHEREAS, Edward W. Grant , has executed and offered a deed for a Town road not less than fifty (50' ) feet in width, which is described therein in Schedule "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof, and 1 WHEREAS, Carl A. Garb, Superintendent of Highways of the Town of Queens- bury, has advised that he recommends that this Board accept this land for highway purposes into the Town Highway System, and WHEREAS, the form of the deed has been approved by Joseph R. Brennan, Esq. , Counsel to the Board, 1 I 35 NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the aforementioned deed be a nd t he same is hereb y accepted and approved and that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause said deed to be recorded in the Warren County Clerk' s Office after which said deed shall be filed in the Office of the Tnwn Clerk of the Town of nueensbury, and be it further RESOLVED, that the new road is hereby added to the official inventory of Town highways , respectively described as follows: ROAD N0. 369 Description - Beg, at Route 9L continuing westerly to Dead End. Nagle: Boulderwood Drive Mileage: . 32 Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None COMMUNICATIONS Ltr. The Assembly State of New York-Stanley Steingut- notifying the ToTM of the State Census. . .requested that the Town not change any election Dist3tnfcts. . . .on file A communication was received from the Warren Count Planning Board regarding � Y g Bonald and Lucinda Hess 's rezoning giving their approval. The police report for the month of April was received by the board and will be placed on file in the clerk's office. A discussion washeld on the Hess rezoning and it was decided to be tabled before further action is taken. j Mrs . Walter indicated that she had .just received a survey report of who ` is using the landfill and also how many used it during the free period, and that she would be giving a full report to the board at a later date. OPEN FORUM 8: 19 P.M. SUPERVISOR BRANDT- Reviewed negotiations with the City noting that transfer stations would be established to cut down on traffic in the Town. The City has agreed to help pay for basically three sites on the periphery of the City Town Line. It is obvious that where ever we place a transfer station people are going to be opposed to it. We are aware of this , we must spend the monies necessary to properly screen and properly construct a facility that will do the least possible damage to the direct neighborhood. MR. PAUL LUKARIS-Commented on his increased assessment, offered to sell his property to the Town for $15, 100. 00 f21t that it was unfair to have a transfer station next to his property . . .noted that County Club Road was anarea tf prestige a residential area.. . . to put anything like that in that area is a disgrace. j MR. COOMBS-Glenwood Avenue-noticed in recent years that we have little residential area left. . .we should keep as much as possible. . .Questioned if the land would have to be rezoned? MR. FRANK REGAN- representing Mr. & Mrs Doyle-they own approximately 8 acres across .from the proposed site. . .opposed to the transfer station. More litter, rodents, the area has bad traffic pattern now, it will deteriorate property values. . . TOWN COUNSEL- In regard to the questioned if the property had to be re- zoned. . .noting giving a definite legal opinion stated that in the preformance of a governmental function a municipality is not bound as a matter of law with its own zoning regulations . . . MR. PETER TARANA-How many members on the landfill committee? I SUPERVISOR BRANDT- Five members COUNCILMAN WALTER- At the Landfill committee meeting it was approved to present the proposed site to the Town Board so thtt it could go to the people. My first choice for a transfer stations would be in the So. f 36 Queensbury East Glens Falls Area, noted that since the survey it is now know that a transfer station in the central area is called for. Noted that there has been no decision on this parcel of land on Country Club. No price has been set on the Niagara Mohawk property. f SUPERVISOR BRANDT- Reviewed the concept of the use of the Niagara Mohawk Property. . .Niagara Mohawk has asked for drawings of the site and these have been provided. . . they have stated if the concept is compatible with their use the property could be leased for a nominal cost, the cost of preparing the necessary legal papers , approx. $300. 00 A figure is also being looked at as a purchase price. MR. TARANA- Has a study been done on traffic flow in this area? SUPERVISOR BRANDY- We do not. COUNCILMAN WALTER- Reviewed the landfill study noting that she will compile the data and present it to the board. . . MR. TARANA- Have you assessed the impact to property value? SUPERVISOR BRANDT- We have viewed the parcel for screening etc.as we have for other sites . . .I am personally opposed to hiring; an engineer to do a detailed analysis, I think these things are relatively obivious . . .with the data that we can have available. . . DR. HOMER-Suggested that everyone in that area should have been canvassed such as was done in regard to the bike trails. .wished the Board to look at the price value of the property in the area and how it will go down. . . SUPERVISOR BRANDT- requested that if anyone knows of locations for transfer stations please let the Board know. . . DR. WTSWALL-Owner of Property across from the proposed transfer station. . . noted that they pick up brush and clean up the area now. . . concerned over the possible dumping after hours causing; more litter in the area. . .concerned about the resale value of the property. . . ATTORNEY ROBERT STEWART- representing Mr. Mike Yaffee owner of property adjacent to Niagara Mohawk Property— concerned about litter, and the danger of traffic congestion. . .noted that he had tried to get a light at the intersection of Quaker and Country Club but was not successful. . MR. TURNBULL- What is the progress on the referendum for the sewer system? SUPERVISOR BRANDT-We have put in for a grant for CETA monies for a crew to identify all potential voters in the district. . . MR. TURNBULL- Have there been any deletions in the district? SUPERVISOR BRANDT-No changes in some months. MR. TURNBULL- Is there anything new at the Industrial park? SUPERVISOR BRANDT-Reviewed the Zoli-Vittengal controversy. . . MR. TURNBULL- asked for the experience of the new assistant building inspector. . . COUNCILMAN OLSON- listed his educational background. . .worked with contractors . . . drafting and design experience. . . -� r MR. TURNBULL-commented that he did not like ,jobs going to non taxpayers in the Town of Queensbury. . . i COUNCILMAN WALTER- noted that the number applying for the job from the Town was very small. . .would like to hire from the Town but we also have to look and see who would be the best for the job. . . MR. TURNBULL- questioned why the gravel at 15C a yard could not be sold to taxpayers of the Town. . . felt that this was wrong. . . 11R. BODENWEISER- I,f Bolton Landing and Lake George pull out of the sewer { system what does that do to us? SUPERVISOR BRANDT- If the Town of Queensbury votes in their local district, I believe that the County Sewer System would be a viable enitity j nn cJ MR. TARANA- questioned the need for a transfer station asked for the data in regard to before the consolidation and after it was established. . . traffic flow etc. . . SUPERVISOR BRANDT- We do not have data from before the joint landfill. . . MR. TARANA-What are the procedures in setting up a transfer station, in { terms of cost, who does the hauling etc. SUPERVISOR BRANDT- The eventual answer is recycling—the first step l is the establishment of a transfer station. . . MR. TARANA- in regard to the cement pad that the hauler placed if the Town changes haulers does the town pay for the cement pad? SUPERVISOR BRANDT- No I CATHERINE DOUGHERTY-Edgewood Drive-noted that the traffic is bad on Country Club Road. . .noted that Sweet Road is worn out—recommend behind the Town Office Building as a good transfer station site. . . MRS PHILLIPS- Will the Town spray for mosquitos this year? �T SUPERVISOR BRANDT-The County has sprayed in the past butAis being discouraged by ENCON. MR. TURNBULL- questioned if the landfill budget has been broken down? SUPERVISOR BRANDT-That budget included the purchase of land and those ! figures iv*ot public information because of possible negotiations with property owners. . . the members of the committee are aware of the amounts set aside for land purchase. . . i MR. BURN- Edgewood Park- opposed to the proposed transfer station site. . . MR. COOMBS- people should be energy consbtaft are encouraging every- body to drive to transfer stations $instead of using a hauler. . . HARLEY HERMANCE JR. - H&B Trucking- recommended that there should be a rubbish hauler on the landfill agency. . .professional advice. . . SUPERVISOR BRANDT- the meetings are opened and announced. . .we need input. . . MR. COOMBS- Requested that the Board consider the transfer station being placed behind the Town Office Building. . . the Board would then have a chance to oversee it and make sure it is operated correctly. . . STEVE DOUGHERTY-Edgewood Dr. -believed that the roads etc. are better at the- Town Office location then Country Club. . . MRS. DOUGHERTY-Edgewood Dr. - requested that the other locations be made public. . . COUNCILMAN WALTER- Along Quaker Road, East of Ridge. . .Dix Avenue. . . Noted the traffic problem on Puaker Road. . . MRS. TARANA- questioned what will happen after tonight. . . SUPERVISOR BRANDT- I am speaking for myself, nothing is going to happen at this point. . . I COUNCILMAN OLSON- noted that this was not a public hearing but an informa- tional meeting. . . .no action tonight. . . COUNCILMAN WALTER- complimented the Landfill employees for cleaning up Ridge Road. . . SUPERVISOR BRANDT- reviewed the actions toward recycling. . . COUNCILMAN ROBERTSON- spoke on recycling viewing this toward the future of energy and heat sources for industry. . . DR. HOT- ER- Have you looked into private trucking; concerns contract for Town pickup? COUNCILMAN ROBERTSON- This was looked into in the last 1960` s the tax cost to the residents was such that the Board did not want to undertake this. . . 1 38 CHIEF JUDKINS- using prepared diagrams Chief Judkins presented the Board with his over all plan for the Haven Lane and Centennial Drive area. . . in regard to stop signs — spoke to the Board on the- elemination of four way stops in the area. . .read from a state report on four way stops. . .when they should be used. . . RESOLUTION TO APPROVE SPECIAL AUDIT OF BILLS RESOLTUION NO. 143, Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved for its adoption, secon e by Dr. Charles Eisenhart: RESOLVED, that Audit of Bills as listed on Abstract No. 78-5C and numbered 623 through 629 and totaling $122, 342. 47 be and hereby is approved. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully, Donald A. Chase Town Clerk RESOLUTION TO REZONE SEVEN PARCELS OF LAND SITUATE ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF U. S. ROUTE 9 RESOLUTI ON N0, 121. Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Dr. Charles Eisenhart: i WHEREAS, seven contiguous parcels of land situate in the Town of Queensbury having frontage on U. S. Route q are presently zoned in the classification of either partially C-2 and partially R-4 or partially C-3 and partially R-4 or wholly C-2 under the Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance � and WHEREAS, said parcels are purportedly owned, respectively, by McDonalds of Oueensb r y, K enneth F reebe rn, P edesco Realty Corp. , I. Charles Lebowitz, Meadow Run Development Corp. , Mary A. Bodenweiser and Charles and Ruth Hawley and numbered, respectively, 72-6-22, 72-6-23, 72-6-24, 72-6-25, 72-6-26, 72-6-27. 1 and 72-6-27. 2 on Warren County Tax Map 8, the tax man setting forth the properties in the Town of Queensbury and WHEREAS, an application has been made by the respective owners of said � parcels of land for the rezoning; of each of said parcels from their present j respective zoning classifications to the classification of C-3 and WHEREAS, both the Queensbury Planning Board and the Warren County Planning Board have recommended approval of the applications pertaining to these seven parcels and i WHEREAS, apublic hearing concerning the requested and proposed rezoning was held by the Town Board of the Town of Oueensbury on May 23, 1975 after publication and provision of notice thereof_ in accordance with law and WHEREAS, at said public hearing;, all persons wishing to be' heard concerning the proposed and requested rezoning; were heard, and , WHEREAS, at said public hearing appearances were made in support of the rezoning proposition and there being no appearances in opposition thereto, and a a WHEREAS, it would appear that the rezoning; requested would be beneficial � to the Town of Queensbury and in accordance with the existing uses of the particular premises involved as well as the general area and i WHEREAS, due deliberation has been had by the Town Board, � NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the zoning; classifications of those parcels of land situate on the westerly side of U.S . Rout-,e 9 and purportedly owned, respectively, 39 by McDonalds of Queensbury, Kenneth Freebern, Pedesco Realty Corp. , I. Charles Lebowitz, Meadow Run Development Corp. , Mary A. Bodenweiser and i Charles and Ruth Hawley and numbered, respectively, 72-6-22, 72-6-23, 72-6-2.4, 72-6-25, 72-6-26, 72-6-27. 1 and 72-6-27. 2 on Warren County Tax Map 8, the tax map setting forth properties in the Town of Queensbury be changed to the classification of C-3 under the Queensbury Zoning Ordinance and on the Zoning Map of the Town of Queensbury and be it further RESOLVED, that the Zoning Map of the Town of Queensbury be changed to reflect this reclassification and rezoning of said properties to the classification of C-3 and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be directed to publish this amendment of the Queensbury Zoning; Ordinance in accordance with the requirements of Town Law Section 133 and be it further RESOLVED, that this amendment of the Queensbury Toning Ordinance take effect as provided by Town Law Section 133 after publication of notice of said rezoning; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk of the Town of Oueensbury be and he hereby is directed to take all further action to render this rezoning effective in accordance with law. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: , Mr. Olson Dr. Eisenhart, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SALE OF GRAVEL FROM RIDrE ROAD LANDFILL STTF TO OTTIER MUNICIPALITIES RE-,nT TrrTnN tin 112. Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Dr. Charles Eisenhart: II ! WHEREAS, the Oueensbury/Glens Falls Landfill Committee has recommended the sale of gravel to the County of Warren and the City of glens Falls in order to attempt to maximize the anticipated life of the existing Ridge Road Landfill site and operation and WHEREAS, it would be beneficial to the operation of the Ridge Road Land- fill to have this gravel mined in order to avoid the loss of a valuable resource and WHEREAS, the gravel located at the Ridge Road Landfill site is a surplus asset of the Town of Oueensbury and WHEREAS, it would appear that a price of fifteen (.15) cents per yard will be a fair and reasonable price for the sale of said gravel to tk'h County of Warren and the City of Glens Falls with the condition that said gravel is to be mined and loaded for removal by the purchasing municipalities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the sale of gravel from the Ridge Road Landfill site to ! other municipalities be authorized with the specific condition attached that the purchasing municipalities will conduct gravel mining operations in an area or areas as directed by the Town of Queensbury, and be it further RESOLVED, that said gravel be sold at a price of fifteen (. 15) cents per yard with the condition that the purchasing municipalities will load and remove said gravel and be it further RESOLVED, that said authorization continue in force and effect for such a period of time as may be unilaterally determined by the Town of Oueensbury. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Dr. Eisenhart, Mr. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None