Approved Minutes of the Peru Town Board’s March 25, 2018 Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, March 25, 2019 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor-Excused; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman-Excused; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board :and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Douglass, Deputy Supervisor with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr.Langley, seconded by Mr.Barber to approve the minutes from the March 11, 2019 meeting.
Ayes 3 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
None
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.03.25.01
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SALE OF THE TOWN WATER DEPARTMENT’S 2008 FORD F250 PICKUP TRUCK IN “AS IS” CONDITION
MOTION Mr. Langley SECOND: Mr. Douglass
WHEREAS, Douglas Rushford has offered to buy the Town Water Department’s Ford F250 Pickup truck on March 25, 2019 in “As Is” Condition for the Price of Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars and no cents ($6,250.00); and
WHEREAS the Town Board finds that this offer is reasonable and proper,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the proposed sale of the Town Water Department’s Ford F250 Pickup truck , In “As Is” Condition, to Douglass Rushford is hereby approved for the amount of Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars and no cents ($6,250.00); and
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | Excused | ||
| Jim Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
Carried: 3 Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 18.09.24.02
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF MARK LUKENS TO THE TOWN OF PERU PLANNING BOARD.
MOTION: Mr. Barber SECOND: Mr. Langley
WHEREAS, The Peru Town Planning Board has recommended that Mark Lukens be appointed to fill the Town Planning Board seat vacated by Benjamin Wright through December 31, 2021.
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, the Peru Town Board agrees with the recommendation of the Planning Board and appoints Mark Lukens to complete the term of the seat vacated by Benjamin Wright through December 31, 2021.
AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | Excused | ||
| Jim Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
Carried: 3 Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
Acceptance of Michael Hanlon’s Resignation Letter
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept Michael Hanlon’s letter of resignation effective March 29, 2019.
Electronic Death Certificate Registry
Mrs. Miller stated starting April 18, 2019 all death certificates will be filed electronically with the N.Y.S. Department of Health.
Sewer Collection Project Update
Mr. Tetrault stated AES is looking at the Stewart plans to possible incorporate new lines at the same time the town would be installing.
Ms. Barber stated the closing will be April 4, 2019 for the Sewer Upgrade Project financing with $3,611,397 Short-term financing (BAN) through NYS Clean Water State Revolving Fund until the US Rural Development monies come in and $1,1006,481 from the WIIA Grant.
Dangerous Dog Boarding Update
After much research Ms. Barber stated two options for dangerous dog boarding. Malone- SPCA has a yearly contract flat fee of $ 1050.00 and Adirondack Vet Hospital located in Westport has no upfront fees but daily fees which could accumulate quickly as it can be a very long drawn out process to deem a dog dangerous. After discussion of options, Mr. Favro is going to review Malone-SPCA contract. Mr. Langley thanked Ms. Barber for all the time spent inquiring all possible options.
Other Business
Mr. Barber stated the Peru Library has new air conditioner installed water in basement from pond in back of building, water in alcove and furnace issues caused by water. J Hogan refrigeration was able to remedy all issues.
Mr. Tetrault stated all billing for water/sewer is done and bank card acceptance is online. New DEC representative will be meeting Mr. Tetrault March 26, 2019 for a meet and greet.
Mr. Farrell stated there are 150 million dollars in CHIPS monies. The Telegraph Street bridge study will cost approximately $ 100,000. Karl Weiss will be assisting in writing the 80/20 grant.
A $50,000 grant will be used for Reservoir Road repair. Mr. Farrell stated top priority for road repair will be Howard Drive and Haynes Drive.
Mr. Douglass stated he spoke with Sally Soucia from JCEO and she has three possible candidates for the JCEO position and will be conducting interviews on Wednesday.
Mr. Douglass attended the Main Street project meeting March 19, 2019. Adele Douglas stated the possibility of the grant money may be used for blacktop for Heyworth Mason Village area.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 18.09.24.03
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Langley SECOND: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in March 2019:
From Town Of Peru Vouchers in March 2019: #201900215 through and including #201900383
Abstract dated 3/25/2019
For the dollar amount totaling: $200,308.26; of that, $43,031.90 was wired, credit cards and prepaid; and $157,276.36 is remaining to be paid and
WHEREAS, the Town Board finds said claims, bills and invoices to be acceptable in form and reasonable in amount;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that payment of the aforementioned claims, bills and invoices is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to make such payment; and be it further
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | Excused | ||
| Jim Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
Carried: 3 Ayes 0 Nays
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Barber to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:57 PM.
Ayes 3 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: April 17th, 2019 under Town Board News.