Approved minutes of Peru Town Board June 22nd Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber Jr., Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Bob Guynup, Code Enforcement Officer Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog
Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 6:04 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Irwin; seconded by Mr. Bruno to approve the minutes from the June 8, 2020 meeting.
5 Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-1
A RESOLUTION TO ERECT A STOP SIGN ON GALA LANE AT THE INTERSECTION OF WASHINGTON ST. OF THE ORCHARD VIEW SUBDIVISION.
MOTIONED BY: Mr. Bruno SECONDED BY: Mr. Douglass
WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to erect a stop sign on Gala Lane at its intersection with Washington St. pursuant to its authority under Vehicle and Traffic Law 1660; and it is now
RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the Town Highway Superintendent erect or cause
to be erected a stop sign controlling travel on Gala Lane at its intersection with Washington St,
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| Kregg Bruno | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
CARRIED: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-2
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DAVEY DRIVE WATER AND SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE AS THE TOWN OF PERU’S AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME.
MOTION: Mr. Douglass SECOND: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, the Town of Peru Water and Sewer Superintendent, Courtney Tetrault, has regularly inspected the build-out of the Davey Drive water and sewer infrastructure, with the final inspection with AEDA on September 3, 2019, and found that it has been built as per the Town of Peru Water and Sewer Department’s specifications, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Davey Drive Water and Sewer Infrastructure be accepted as the Town of Peru’s and therefore the Town will take over the maintenance of the same, AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| Kregg Bruno | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-3
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TOWN’S ANNUAL TERM AGREEMENT FOR THE AES PROJECT #4154 WITH AES NORTHEAST, PLLC FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE TERM OF JUNE 1, 2020 THROUGH MAY 31, 2021 AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME.
MOTION: Mr. Bruno SECOND: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the Short Form Agreement for the term of June 1, 2020 through May 31, 2021 between the Town of Peru and AES Northeast for engineering services for the Town before it NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, said proposed agreement is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to execute said agreement.
AND,
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber Jr. | x | ||
| Kregg Bruno | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
Completion and Inspection of Patent Rd. Culvert Project
Ms. Barber stated Mark DeCrescente has conducted a final inspection. He stated great job and second and final payments have been made to Luck Brothers.
Zoning Code Updates
Mr. Guynup stated amendments to zoning code for sign ordinance, accessory structures solar panel and home-based businesses were needed. Mr. Favro recommended using sections from the zoning code and drafting new ones and get the Planning, Zoning and Town Boards’ opinions. Public Hearings will be required.
Youth Summer/Fall Sports
Mr. Barber and Mr. Douglass stated a meeting will be held June 24, 2020 at 6 PM with John Flynn, Greg Mills and Emily Sypek to discuss the options the town youth program will offer within the State guidelines beginning July 6, 2020.
Other Business
Mr. Barber stated a stop sign was down at the intersection of Burnt Hill Road and Norrisville Road.
Mr. Guynup commented that the Zoom Planning and Zoning Boards meetings went well. A Planning Board meeting is scheduled via Zoom July 8, 2020.
The sewer line at the highway garage should be completed this week.
Mr. Tetrault is getting a quote for the stamping of the asphalt to replace pavers in front of the town hall.
Jennifer and Greg from AES visited the Valcour Sewer and Water plant regarding separate issues.
Ms. Barber stated Cindy Werner from the Police Pipes and Drums of Plattsburgh has asked if their group could use the Gazebo to practice as they did last year. Heyworth Mason Park was recommended instead of the gazebo as there is more space for social distancing. Mr. Favro stressed the importance of following the CDC and NYS guidelines.
Mr. McDonald stated the possibility of having concerts on a limited basis at Heyworth Mason Park.
Mr. Barber suggested a pole barn style stage be built.
The purchase of the Hot Box was divided only between Town of Ausable and Town of Peru as the Town of Chesterfield was not able to have funds in there 2020 budget. They will chip in in 2021. A contract between the towns for shared services for the hot box will continue as agreed.
Mr. McDonald stated discussion still continues with Primelink and Twin State for IT services.
Motion by Mr. Irwin; second by Mr. Douglass to hire Jaysen Barber effective immediately thru July 31, 2020 at the rate of $75.00 per hour for IT support.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
Mr. Ryan questioned the stamping of the asphalt. Mr. Tetrault explained that stamping is a cobblestone effect.
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-4
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Bruno SECOND: Mr. Douglass
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in June 2020:
From Town of Peru Vouchers in May 2020; #202000596 through and including #202000667.
Abstract dated 6/22/2020
For the dollar amount totaling: $124,809.30, of that, $14,871.32 was wired, credit cards and prepaid; and $109,937.98 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 | ||
| Kregg Bruno | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
Motion by Mr. Irwin seconded by Mr. Barber to adjourn Regular Meeting to Executive Session at 7:02 PM .
Possible action made be taken concerning personnel issue.
Motion by Mr. Bruno seconded by Mr. Douglass to return from Executive Session at 7:15 PM to Regular Meeting . No action was taken.
Motion by Mr. Barber; seconded by Mr. Bruno to return to Regular Meeting at 7:16 PM.
Motion by Mr. Irwin; seconded by Mr. Bruno to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:17 PM.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: July 13th, 2020 under General News, Town Board News.