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Farrell Concerned About Vaccinations For Highway Department Personnel, Town Court Open to Public and more

By John T. Ryan

Town Board Meeting of February 22, 2021 news:

Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell also told the Board that NYS has not prioritized COVID vaccinations for highway and sewer personnel. He is very concerned, stating that COVID quarantines shut down several town highway departments. Farrell also reported that the Town might receive up to 15% of NYS CHIPS monies NYS withheld because of the pandemic. 

Tuesday court sessions are now open to the public, although COVID guidelines limit the number of people permitted in the courtroom.  

Supervisor Brandy McDonald said that he would like to see job descriptions drawn up for Town Court’s two clerk positions. The part-time clerk recently resigned. That 29 hours per week position is open. 

Discussions are continuing to determine if constructing a Buttonwood to Sullivan Park walking trail is feasible. A dirt path has existed for decades. As Counselor Rick Barber said, “It’s a nice wilderness walk from the ball field to Buttonwood. NYS awarded Peru a $125,000 trail grant, but the Town does not have the funds to construct the expensive bridge that one route would require. Property owner Donald Swain is receptive to the Town building the trail, but he does not want it to hinder his future property development. 

Code Enforcement Officer Bob Guynup contacted The Dollar General Store (DG) regarding three code violations:

  • An obstructed emergency exit
  • Stock room merchandise located close to an electrical panel
  • Falling ceiling tiles

When Dollar General did not take corrective action, Guynup informed the manager that he could pull the occupancy certificate. DG responded! 

On March 8th at 5 p.m., the Board will conduct a sewer system upgrade “pre-pre” construction workshop project with project engineers. 

The meeting adjourned to the executive session at6:44 p.m. to discuss personnel matters.