Approved Town Board Minutes
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Mr. Bob Guynup, Zoning officer; Ms. Pamela Barber, ,Secretary to the Board; and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Irwin, seconded by Mr. Douglass to approve the minutes from the May 14, 2018 meeting. Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
John Collings asked if there was a possibility of having a building built at the dog park to provide shade. The concern of being in a flood zone and the stipulation from the State that no permanent structure can be built was discussed.
Todd Ashline would like clarification on whether his property- 13 Liberty Road is to be maintained by The Town.
39 North Bend St. Property
Mr. Guynup stated the property has been condemned. At this point due to the condition of the
structure ,according to State mandate the structure is being treated as asbestos contained material. The Town is going to remove the rubbish on the property to remove the attraction nuisance. Mr. Langley was contacting Casella for a quote for a dumpster.
Lapham Mills Park Bathrooms
Mr. Gibbs representative from Engineering Ventures conducted soil test etc. to evaluate whether a septic system would be an option versus the holding tanks that are now in use. Mr. Gibbs recommended to wait at this time for any decision as there are many variables .
Main St. Improvement Project Update
The project has gone out for re bid. June 8 at 10 AM new bids will be opened
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 18.05.29.01
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AES AMENDMENT TO OWNER-ENGINEER AGREEMENT FOR THE EPG PROJECT #4628 AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME.
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the AES Amendment No. 1, to Owner-Engineer Agreement for Project No. 4628, Preliminary Engineering Report for the Engineering Planning Grant before it
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, said proposed Amendment to the Owner-Engineer Agreement is approved for a no cost change, the modification is to services of the Engineer to better suit the needs of the Planning Grant and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to execute said agreement.
AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Motion: Mr. Langley Second: Mr. Douglass
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Sewer Collection Upgrade Services Funding
Carry over from workshop
Other Business
Mr. Farrell stated all brush from windstorm is picked up. The first round of mowing has started.
Chris Krieg called Mr. Farrell with an offer of sand that the airport was not able to use. Mr.
Farrell was able to obtain 8000 yards at no charge.
Mr. Drollete s’ stated a deceased dog was found and the investigation is now with State Police.Mr. McDonald met with NYSEG. Many houses will have the opportunity to obtain natural gas due to 34,000 feet of natural gas line being installed.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
John Ryan asked for clarification of taxes, foreclosue & the county. The county receives all tax money if a property is foreclosed.
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 05.29.18.02
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
Motion: Mr. Douglass Second: Mr. Langley
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in May of 2018:
From Town Of Peru Vouchers: # 201800567 through and including # 201800735
Abstract dated 5/29/2018
For the dollar amount totaling: $215,323.21 ; of that $25,803.70 was wired; $2,306.73 was prepaid and $187,212.78 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 | |
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | |||
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Adjourn to Executive Session
Cancelled-
Open discussion concerning overage of hours budgeted for Christina Crawford.\/Court Clerk
Mr. McDonald wanted to share the concern of over budget before it happened. Ms. Barber will be putting the information//numbers to document overage
Return from Executive Session
Motion by Mr. Langley,seconded by Mr. Douglass to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:52 PM.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: June 13th, 2018 under Town Board News.