Approved minutes of Peru Town Board’s July 27th Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, July 27, 2020, at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald, Supervisor; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. Mel Irwin, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board; Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer and Mr. John Flynn; Youth Director.
The meeting was called to order at 6:07 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Barber seconded by Mr. Bruno to accept the minutes from the July 13, 2020 Regular Meeting.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.07.27-1
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AGREEMENT WITH AES NORTHEAST, PLLC FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADES AND DISINFECTION SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME.
MOTION: Mr. Douglass SECOND: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the Agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades and Disinfection System 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
Quote for Town Hall Paver Repair
Mr. Tetrault stated the difference of the 2 quotes submitted from Northern Blacktopping approximately $1100.00. The cost savings does not outweigh the issues that could arise by the town employees doing the removal of existing pavers and binder.
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.07.27-2
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE NORTHERN BLACKTOPPING COMPANY PROPOSAL FOR REMOVAL OF EXISTING PAVER BLOCKS AND THE INSTALLATION OF ARMOURCOAT AND SCREENPRINT TEXTURING ON THE TOWN HALL PLAZA AREA.
MOTION: Mr. Irwin SECOND: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, the Town Board has deemed necessary for safety purposes, the removal of deteriorated paver blocks and installation of blacktop, Armourcoat and Streetprint texturing,
WHEREAS, the Town Board has decided that the proposal of Northern Blacktopping best fits in with the repairs required for safety, the removal of paver blocks which are currently in need of repair; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Peru accepts the proposal of Northern Blacktopping for installation of blacktop, Armourcoat and Streetprint texturing at a cost not to exceed Five thousand two hundred forty-seven dollars and sixty-four cents ($5,247.64), 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: 20.07.27-3
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PRIMELINK PROPOSAL FOR MANAGED SERVICE PROVIDER OF COMPUTERS AND NETWORKS FOR THE TOWN OF PERU.
MOTION: Mr. Irwin SECOND: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, the Town Board has deemed it necessary for the Town of Peru to hire an IT Managed Service Provider for the Town of Peru’s servers, computers and networks,
WHEREAS, the Town Board has decided that the proposal of Primelink best fits in with the needs for the IT management; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Peru accepts the proposal of Primelink for the installation of software and/or hardware; and on-site service for the continuity of our computer systems at a cost not to exceed Two Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine and Ninety-Five Cents ($2,499.95) monthly for a period of three years. This contract will commence on August 1, 2020 through July 31, 2024; 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
Zoning Code Updates
Mr. Guynup has met with Mr. Favro and one paragraph will need to be changed for the sign ordinance update.
Solar energy local law is moving forward, a public hearing will be scheduled.
Sewer Project Update
Rebid for the sewer project is planned for October 2020
A workshop will be held at the town hall August 24, 2020 at 5:00PM to discuss all sewer projects.
Motion by Mr. Barber seconded by Mr. Irwin for workshop August 24, 2020 to discuss all sewer
projects.
5 Ayes 0 Nays
Other Business
Mr. Barber commended Mr. Flynn and his field crew on the exceptional job done at Lapham Mills Park. Adam Duquette was hired at the cost of $ 250.00 to till baseball diamonds.
Mr. Douglass stated Peru Community Church is 99% done to finalize plan for easement of sewer project.
Mr. Irwin asked about easements for the Sewer Upgrade Project. All temporary easements will need to redone as they expire after 1 year.
Mr. Guynup stated an increase of $ 9,500.00 in building permits compared to last year.
Mr. Farrell stated the issue concerning the erosion damage at Button Brook Parkway. The damage is on school property therefore their responsibility. Mr. Farrell attended a State Highway Association meeting in Lake George there were a few issues that were top priority. The possibility of the monarch butterfly being an endangered species will cause a change in how ditches and roadsides will be mowed. The tax cap this year will be 1.56%. The CHIPS money for paving remains at 80% reimbursement to date. That may change.
Jarvis Road is paved and Brand Hollow Road will be paved July 29, 2020 weather permitting
Mr. Tetrault stated 14 more Hometown Hero banners were installed. Currently there are over 100 installed in the hamlet. Outlying street poles may have to be used next year.
Ms. Barber stated the town received a refund check in the amount $14,380.20 from the New York State Insurance Fund. The Town received the refund check due to cancelling the policy with the State Insurance fund and they performed a payroll audit and found that owed the Town a refund.
Ron Allen sent an email that Sue Hagar will be inspecting the historical markers in the Town for damage and wanted to let the Board know in case someone saw her.
Motion by Mr. Bruno seconded by Mr. Douglass to upgrade our internet service FIOS –Verizon for $ 74.99 a month and installation will be waived.
Mr. Drollette investigated a dog bite. The dog is no longer in the area. This was the second bite at that location.
Mr. Flynn stated tennis was done and numbers were low at each level for baseball and softball. A soccer meeting will be held July 29, 2020 at 6 PM to discuss fall season.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
Mr. Ryan asked about the disinfection requirements at the plant. Mr. Tetrault stated all State mandated upgrades were required to be completed by 2024
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.07.27-4
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Irwin 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 July 2020:
From Town of Peru Vouchers in July 2020; #202000752 through and including #202000806,
Abstract dated 7/24/2020
For the dollar amount totaling: $163,196.86, of that, $13,565.09 was wired, credit cards and prepaid; and $149,631.77 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. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Barber to go into Executive Session at 7:19 PM
to discuss a personnel issue. No action will be taken.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Irwin to return to Regular Session at 7:32 PM.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Irwin to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:33PM.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: August 11th, 2020 under Town Board News.