6:45Pm - Public Hearing - to Receive Public Input on Recommended Changes to the Portion

6:45PM - PUBLIC HEARING - TO RECEIVE PUBLIC INPUT ON RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE PORTION OF THE VILLAGE’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATING TO VILLAGE EDGE SOUTH. August 8, 2013

MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kurt Wheeler, Trustee Amy Mann, Trustee Dave Porter, Trustee Jim Joseph, Trustee Fritz Koennecke

ALSO PRESENT: Bill Carr, Karen Eldridge, Kathy Bice, Ted Bartlett, Jason Emerson, Bill Zupan, Dan Kuper, John Ninos, Laren Lines, Tom Clarke, Jen Wong, Hume Laidman, Bill Hall, Bob Hood, Bob Lucas, Pat Crosby, Bobby Hart, Carlos Gavilondo, Maribeth Pavelchak, Dave Freyer, Matt Critz, Jean Shirley, Fred Jung, Jane Jung, Raquel Huckans, John Huckans, Gavin Jones, Janet Jones, Jessica Tietje, Lee Tietje, Karen Cheal

Mayor Kurt Wheeler opened the public hearing at 6:48 by giving a brief power point presentation giving an update on the Village Edge South process although the primary purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input.

The one page of recommended changes to the Comprehensive Plan and the power point presentation are both online at: http://villageofcazenovia.com/planning-and-zoning or available at village office.

Ted Bartlett (EHH committee member) asked Mayor Wheeler to clarify the concept of an “official map” for the zone that had been discussed by the committee. Mayor Wheeler outlined the concept of official maps or “paper streets” that would depict where major infrastructure such as streets and utilities would be ideally located in the zone.

Carlos Gavilondo, President of CPF, noted that there had been some community discontent with the first two projects competed in the VES zone following the 2008 plan and praised the EHH committee for their considerable work to improve the planning and zoning for the area.

John Ninos, owner of 56 Albany St. inquired about the genesis of the EHH committee and why this particular part of the plan was being reviewed.

Jack Rooney urged the EHH committee and Trustees to look at the zone as a developer would see it and structure the zoning requirements accordingly. He suggested requiring smaller buildings along Route 20 to retain current village character with larger permitted behind and gave the Lincklaen House as an example of the type of building that should be emulated.

Mayor Wheeler reported the Economic Health & Heritage Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 6:30PM at the Village Municipal Building, 90 Albany St. to conduct a work session to develop recommendations for changes to zoning regulations in the Village Edge South zone.

A brief discussion followed.

Motion made by Mayor Kurt Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Amy Mann to close the public hearing at 7:20pm. .

Vote taken. All aye. Approved.

Respectfully submitted,

Katherine A. Burns Village Clerk

7:20PM - PUBLIC HEARING - TO CONSIDER A ZONING MAP CHANGE FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED 6 FARNHAM STREET AND 8 FARNHAM STREET FROM ITS PRESENT ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF R-6 (RESIDENTIL DISTRICT) TO B-1 (BUSINESS 1 DISTRICT). THE PROPERTY AT 6 FARNHAM STREET IS PROPOSED TO BECOME A PARKING LOT FOR THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND THE PROPERTY AT 8 FARNHAM STREET IS PROPOSEDTO BE REFURBISHED TO A COMMERCIAL-GRADE KITCHEN ON THE FIRST FLOOR TO SUPPORT TWO SMALL LOCAL FOOD-RELATED BUSINESSES, WITH THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING TO RETAIN ITS CURRENT RESIDENTIAL CHARACTER. August 8, 2013

MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kurt Wheeler, Trustee Amy Mann, Trustee Dave Porter, Trustee Jim Joseph, Trustee Fritz Koennecke

Mayor Wheeler opened the public hearing at 7:20PM as the Board had an application from both the Village of Cazenovia Fire Department and a resident for a potential zone change from R-6 to B-1 at the properties located at 6 Farnham St. and 8 Farnham St. Mayor Wheeler added there would be no action taken on this matter tonight. The purpose of this public hearing was to receive public input.

Last month the Board did a preliminary Short Environmental Assessment Form and again designated the Village as the lead agency for this process.

Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Fritz Koennecke to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 19 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE

VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

WHEREAS, a request was received from Susan Light by letter dated June 17, 2013, requesting consideration of a zoning map change for the property located at 8 Farnham Street from its present zoning classification of R-6 (Residential District) to B-1 (Business 1 District) to permit the use of the property for a commercial-grade kitchen on the first floor, with the exterior of the building to retain its current residential character, and

WHEREAS, the adjoining property at 6 Farnham Street, owned by the Village of Cazenovia and planned to be converted to a parking lot for use by the Village Fire Department, presently abuts the B-1 zoning district along Albany Street, and

WHEREAS, at its meeting of July 1, 2013, this Board of Trustees determined that it would consider a change of zoning district classification for the properties located at 6 Farnham Street and 8 Farnham Street from their present zoning classification of R-6 (Residential District) to B-1 (Business 1 District), and referred the matter to the Village Planning Board for a recommendation.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY DETERMINED AND RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia, that for purposes of compliance with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia is the only involved agency in the matter of this proposed zone change, that the proposed zone change is an unlisted action as defined by the implementing regulations of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, and that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia will act as lead agency for purposes of compliance with SEQRA as it applies to this action.

Dated: August 8, 2013

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann – aye, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye

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Mayor Wheeler asked the Board for any comments and there were none. Mayor Wheeler then opened the discussion to the public.

Gavin Jones spoke in opposition of the zone change at 8 Farnham, noting several objections including inadequate parking and reduction in value for neighboring properties.

Fred Jung listed a series of factors as to why the zone change for 8 Farnham should be denied including property values, safety, parking, disruption due to delivery trucks, smells from baking, pests from dumpsters, signage and light pollution. He inquired what other businesses could go there if this business failed.

Lisa Salisbury contrasted the support for the fire departments needs at 6 Farnham to this project and opposed the change at 8 Farnham.

Karen Cheal spoke in support of the change and sought to explain Ms. Light’s business plan and the limited impact her presence there would have. She noted that Ms. Light does her own shopping and would not need delivery trucks, that she strives to use local foods and that her plans for the building would keep it residential in nature with an upscale kitchen inside.

Jen Wong, one of the proposed tenants in the building, spoke in favor of the zone change and listed a series of benefits including refurbishing the building. She explained how many of the concerns previously listed could be mitigated including limited impact due to normal working hours, limited traffic with pick-ups only at specific times, no dumpsters due to small scale of operation, discreet signage and lighting and the fact that the property could easily revert to residential use.

Maribeth Pavelchak expressed concern about the proximity of the business to children due to traffic and other potential disruption to the neighborhood.

Dave Freyer also noted the potential impact on children and families. He highlighted the reduced parking during winter months due to snow and safety hazards due to traffic speed on the street.

Wendie Cowherd spoke in opposition to the zone change, noting her agreement with previous speakers.

Jane Jung spoke in opposition to the zone change, citing previous reasons.

Raquel Huckans inquired about other options/locations for a commercial kitchen for Ms. Light.

John Huckans noted the potential fire hazard of a commercial kitchen in a historic home and expressed concern about cars backing out onto Route 20.

Motion made by Mayor Kurt Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Amy Mann to continue the public hearing on Tuesday, September 3, 2013at 6:45 pm

Mayor Wheeler added this item is on the Planning Board’s August 12th agenda (Item #1).

Vote taken. All aye. Approved.

Respectfully submitted,

Katherine A. Burns Village Clerk AUGUST 8, 2013 VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kurt Wheeler, Trustee Amy Mann, Trustee Dave Porter, Trustee Jim Joseph, Trustee Fritz Koennecke

The meeting was called to order at 8:13 pm.

The Village Board approved the minutes from the June 11, 2013PUBLIC HEARING, on the following matter: consideration of an application by Empire Farmstead Brewery, Inc. and Chapman Properties, LLC, for a change of the zoning classification of the premises located on Route 13 South, being Tax Parcel Number 94.4-1-28 (formerly 94.-1-22), from its present zoning classification of R-30 (Residential District) to PD (Planned Development District) to permit the development of the subject premises for the operation of a mixed use agricultural / beer brewing facility, including the growing and harvesting of crops, for the on-site brewing of beer under a “farm brewery” license, and associated visitor tasting, food service facilities and retail sales, which would include a limited restaurant menu and associated cooking and baking facilities, along with indoor and outdoor patron seating areas. The proposed uses permitted in the Planned Development District would include agricultural, light industrial, retail business, and restaurant uses to the extent such uses shall be associated with a farm brewery. As part of this application, the Board is also considering a local law to amend Chapter 180 of the Code of the Village of Cazenovia to delete “milling of flour, feed or grain” from the list of absolutely prohibited uses within the Village contained in section 180-5 of the Village Zoning Code and the June 11, 2013 Village Board meeting. The Board also approved the minutes from the July 1, 2013 Village Board Meeting, the minutes from the July 15, 2013 JOINT PUBLIC HEARING on the annexation petition by the State of New York (NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation., the minutes from the July 15, 2013 PUBLIC HEARING to receive public input on the proposed planning grant for the continuation of work at Carpenter’s Barn and Lakeland Park and the July 15, 2013 Village Board meeting.

Mayor Wheeler reported a resolution was needed for the application for funds from the New York State Dept. of Transportation for the sidewalk extension to Fenner fields.

Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Jim Joseph to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 20 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the Village of Cazenovia, is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the New York State Department of Transportation in accordance with the Transportation Enhancements Program, in an amount not to exceed $ 250,000.00, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the Village of Cazenovia for a sidewalk extension to the athletic complex on Fenner Road.

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann – aye, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye

Five in favor. Approved.

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Mayor Wheeler reported a resolution was needed for the application for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation fpr park improvement planning at Lakeland Park.

Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Jim Joseph to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 21 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the Village of Cazenovia, is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the Environmental Protection Act of 1993, in an amount not to exceed $ 22,000, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the Village of Cazenovia for park improvement planning at Lakeland Park and, if appropriate, a conservation easement/preservation covenant to the deed of the assisted property.

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann – aye, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye

Five in favor. Approved. Mayor Wheeler spoke of the SEQR process regarding the Comprehensive Plan. Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Amy Mann to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 22 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

A RESOLUTION TO MAKE PRELIMINARY FINDINGS UNDER THE NEW YORK STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW ACT WITH RESPECT TO AN UPDATE AND AMENDMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA.

WHEREAS, the Village’s current Comprehensive Plan was adopted July 7, 2008, and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of section 7-722 of the Village Law, the Village Board of Trustees previously designated a “special board” consisting of eight members, referred to as the Village Economic Health & Heritage Committee (“EH&HC”), to review the comprehensive plan for the Village of Cazenovia and present recommendations to this Board, and

WHEREAS, the EH&HC has presented a report to this Board recommending amendments to the Village’s current Comprehensive Plan to ensure appropriate development of lands currently located in the Village Edge South zoning district.

NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia hereby acknowledges receipt of the report of the EH&HC, and it is hereby further

RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees shall commence its review of said proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, and shall take such other and further action as may be required by law with respect thereto, and it is hereby further

RESOLVED that the adoption of revisions to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan is a Type I action as defined by the implementing regulations of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, and that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia is the only involved agency with respect to the adoption of revisions to the Comprehensive Plan for the Village, and therefore will act as lead agency with respect to the adoption of revisions to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan. The Board of Trustees hereby recognizes the Town Board of the Town of Cazenovia as an interested agency for the adoption of amendments to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, and it is hereby further

RESOLVED that this Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan on August 8, 2013 at 6:45p.m.

Dated: August 8, 2013 By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann – aye, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye

Five in favor. Approved.

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The Board received an update from Trustee Jim Joseph and Bill Carr regarding the parking lot at 22 Lincklaen St. The Village has a plan of where everything will go such as the mailbox, shrubs and pay station. The parking lot will be paved on August 26th & 27th. The pavement will stop 8’ from the corners of Cummings Theater and 11’ from the center of Cummings Theater. Trustee Joseph gave the Board information he had collected regarding parking in similar communities. The Board discussed the pricing for the parking in the lot. Trustee Joseph felt the Village should charge for parking but not make a profit. Mayor Wheeler added there would be no all night parking there. Trustee Joseph will try to reconstruct the Parking Committee this month and get their recommendations. Trustee Joseph met with Mrs. Van Arnam and she handed him all the material she had gathered regarding parking.

Trustee Mann reported Susie Grills of the Garden Club offered to help with the plantings at the parking lot site. Trustee Joseph was very grateful for the offer and will take her up on her offer.

Mayor Wheeler asked Trustee Mann to check with the Tree Commission about the timing and size of planting two trees as Randall Arendt had suggested a tree on each side of the entrance. The shrubbery planted will need to be tall enough to screen on the front of the lot.

Mayor Wheeler thought as the Village opens the Lincklaen Street lot it would be a good time to bring awareness to the Riverside lot. Adding signage and two new kiosks one of which would be at the lot and the other at the Municipal Building would help. Trustee Joseph will bring these ideas to the Parking Committee.

Trustee Dave Porter he had gotten feedback from Jim Cunningham of the Madison County Sewer District that there might be a cross connection from the storm sewer to the sanitary sewer as evidenced by record high flow rates during the July heavy rains. There has been talk of doing smoke testing of sewers for identifying the possible cross connections. In order to do smoke testing the public would have to be notified in case there was smoke due to cross connections. Bill Carr suggested holding off on smoke testing until after the storm water separation project is completed.

Mayor Wheeler would like to gather information before the September meeting to come up with a fair penalty for residents who have sump pumps hooked to the sewer system.

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The Board discussed the parks use rules and signs. It was pointed out that some of the park signs include “Residents Only”. CACDA will proceed with publicizing parks as open, but the Board will need to consider changing.

Trustee Mann suggested the Board review the sign at Lakeland Park such as “No Picnicking”.

Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Porter to paint over “Residents Only” on the Lakeland Park fence sign.

Vote taken. All aye. Approved.

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Mayor Wheeler reported at the July 1st meeting during the annual appointments, Phil Byrnes of the Zoning Board of Appeals was omitted in error. Mr. Byrnes has agreed to a four year term. Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Mann to reappoint Phil Byrnes to a four year term on the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Vote taken. All aye. Approved.

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The Village Board discussed the resolution establishing the joint Village/Town Arts and Heritage Commission. The Board rescinded Resolution # 102 which was approved on May 20, 2013.

Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Joseph to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 23 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE JOINT VILLAGE / TOWN ARTS AND HERITAGE COMMISSION

WHEREAS, having met jointly with the Cazenovia Town Board to review the significance of arts and heritage organizations in the greater Cazenovia area, this Board of Trustees recognizes the existence and community contributions of the arts and heritage organizations located within the Village and Town of Cazenovia, and

WHEREAS, these arts and heritage organizations, in the course of fulfilling their missions, conduct operations and provide on-going community programs that provide dynamic community services that also generate significant economic activity within the Town and Village, and

WHEREAS, this Board of Trustees further recognizes that the unique environmental and cultural assets upon which these arts and heritage organizations base their activities are worthy of recognition and support in order to ensure that these arts and heritage-related activities continue to provide social and economic benefits for the

Cazenovia community and its residents, and

WHEREAS, this Board of Trustees recognizes the status of the Cazenovia Arts Heritage Alliance as an organization that actively advocates and promotes Cazenovia’s unique history, while also creating and supporting new artistic endeavors as part of its overall mission to engage community residents and enrich the quality of life in the Cazenovia community through its support of the arts.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that this Board of Trustees does hereby declare it to be the public policy of the Village that the promotion and stimulation of arts and heritage activities by local not-for- profit community organizations is to be encouraged in order to promote an enhanced quality of life and sustained economic growth of the local economy, and it is hereby further RESOLVED, that there be established a joint Town and Village “Arts and Heritage Commission” which will recommend metrics, investigate strategies and formulate recommended means by which local governments may work in coordination with the Cazenovia Arts Heritage Alliance in furtherance of these objectives. Upon concluding its review and deliberation, said Commission and the Cazenovia Arts Heritage Alliance shall present a joint report of their findings and recommendations to both this Village Board and the Town Board of the Town of Cazenovia.

Dated: August 8, 2013

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann – aye, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye

Five in favor. Approved.

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Trustee Porter gave his monthly report:

Sewer/Water:  See annual summary of usage and average monthly flow. Trend line shows pumped totals decreasing – need to normalize for Village population.  Would like to add national use data to upcoming water bill to serve as a metric for users to compare their home usage to national average water usage  Concerns by Mad Cty Sewer District that there might be a cross connection from the storm sewer to the sanitary sewer as evidenced by record high flow rates recorded at the WWTP during July heavy rain events. Smoke testing of sewers has been proposed as a method for identifying the possible cross- connection. Bill has suggested holding off on smoke testing until after storm sewer separation project is completed.  From Jim Cunningham: The plant and sewer system is designed for an average flow of 0.9 MGD with a max peak hourly flow of 3 MGD. We experienced 5.3 MGD, which is a new record for the MCSD facility!  8-inch sanitary line serving Chenango St. may be nearing capacity – this has a potential impact on VES development at briefly discussed at the last EH&H meeting.  Some discussion about water softener backwash flows impacting the 8-inch line (may want to look at discharging to alternate location – flow approx. 55 gpm, 2000 gal total/softener x 3 regenerations/day = 6000 gal/day). May be able to discharge to surface water depending on water quality – may need DEC permit for this.  An industrial user on Chenango St. may also be impacting capacity of the 8-inch line. (Village water plant)  Trush Park asked about connecting to the Village water system.

Fire Dept:  Attended meeting with Kurt and Chiefs on Jul 8th to listen to presentation on Fire Department supplementary retirement incentive program (estimate 20 x $700/yr plus $1500 admin fee). Members who accumulate a certain minimum number of points are eligible. This program offers an incentive for volunteers to participate at a high level in the department.  Dan Kuper Chief Enders said they would be contacting other members of the board to discuss the program.

Lake Watershed Council:  Next meeting Wed, Aug 14th, 7PM at Village Hall

Cazenovia Lake Association: Last mtng Jul 15th  Missed July 15th meeting due to conflict with Village mtng  $5K being set aside for lake patrols by Caz Village police plus additional $3K for equipment from the Town  Town of Caz will have rental of mats for lake residents to be used for spot weed control. $250 rental for two 12.5’ x 50’ mats. First come first served.  Next meeting is annual mtng at Library: Aug 19th, 6:30 board meeting followed by public meeting – Bob Greiner requested that we have some of the boat launch brochures available for the attendees

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Motion made by Trustee Porter and seconded by Mayor Wheeler to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION # 24 – BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Cazenovia through its governing body, the Board of Trustees, hereby accepts Schyler A. Rochelle and Michael P. Lavery as full members of the Cazenovia Fire Department.

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye.

Five in favor. Approved.

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Trustee Mann gave her monthly report:

Trees:

Completed our pruning and removal project. The project expanded a bit from what we expected as work began and some trees were worse off than we thought. This will likely be a common occurrence as we go forward so we will continue to be proactive with reduction of hazard as our main goal. In addition, we received several resident requests for evaluation of village trees near their homes. The Shade Tree budget line is going to be stretched to its limits going forward as our trees continue to age.

On the planting side, the Nelson Street trees are doing well and the bare root method seems to be a good option for us going forward. We installed two more trees on Fenner this month to satisfy resident requests from last year. We have 6 more plantings scheduled for this year, and have started the list for 2014.

Carp Barn:

The pre-bid meeting on July 26 for the repairs to the Lakeland Park wall was well attended and we hope to receive several competitive bids for the work.

The Village bid opening was today at 2:30 for the work on the Lakeland Wall. The base bids were as followed: Heritage $148,500 Expert 87,760 Ganem 142,000 Lupini 383.000

Lauren Lines has been hard at work on the grant for additional planning and work on the barn and the park. The grant has a 50% match requirement by the village, so we have had our heads together trying to come up with a proposal that will get us the most value. Much of the work we hope to do down the road will require construction documents, so the chance to get some of these documents 50% paid for by the state would be great. We hope to raise our portion of the grant in the form of donations and in-kind time by village staff and board members. (Lauren add anything?) I have learned that LL Bean offers corporate grants and that a kayak launching deck or dock might fall into their scope. I have obtained the contact info from Paul Conwell and will work with the group and Lauren to pursue this opportunity.

Both the rec program and the rowing club have continued to use the barn successfully this summer. We plan to reconvene the Carp Barn Committee this fall to debrief and continue our planning.

Finally, I continue to work with Garden Club and Mark Stinson on plans for the new garden and hope to have it started soon. The Garden Club has agreed to donate the full cost of $500 for the project.

PD:

The boat patrol is up and running at last. We have received funding from CLA as promised (and also the Town??) We continue to receive input on what people would like to see from the patrol, and will keep working to meet those expectations. It was a much later start than we hoped for, but we should be in good shape to start right at the start of the 2014 boating season, assuming everyone is interested in continuing.

The new car is in. Mike will be striping the car this week.

Police is all set for the Triathlon.

According to Chief Hayes parking ticket collection has improved.

The PD is working on the case involving the graffiti on the Lakeland Park bathhouse. Chief Hayes will step up patrol at the park.

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Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Jim Joseph to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 25 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA

A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF EXPERT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR WORK ON LAKELAND PARK WALL

WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has solicited and received bids for the repair work on Lakeland Park Wall (“Project”), and

NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cazenovia agrees to accept the low bid of Expert with the base bid amount to be $87,760.00 subject to approval of the bid documents by the Public Works Administrator, the Village Attorney and the architectural firm of Crawford and Stearns.

August 8, 2013

By vote of the Board – Mayor Kurt Wheeler – aye, Trustee Amy Mann, Trustee Dave Porter – aye, Trustee Jim Joseph – aye, Trustee Fritz Koennecke – aye.

Five in favor. Approved.

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Trustee Joseph gave his monthly report: Buildings The roof on the Municipal Building should be replaced this month.

All of the roof drain vaults and pipe work have been completed.

The inspection of the gas pumps went fine. There were no problems.

Streets Paving has been completed on Forman Street.

Restriping of parking space throughout the village has been completed.

Sidewalk work has been completed on Union & Lincklaen Street.

Mowing at Lakeland Park has been difficult do to standing water. Sub-base at Lincklaen Street parking lot has been completed and sidewalk and curbs are underway. Paving should be done on August 26th and 27th.

The new truck has arrived that will replace the 1986 leaf truck.

Sidewalks have been washed down in the business district as a result of the HCBD meeting.

The new sign on Sullivan St.

Cemetery 6 Burial this month.

Repair stone, filling graves that have sunk, and tree trimming

Mowing and trimming Continues.

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Trustee Joseph reported the $10,000 Community Foundation Grant will be used as follows:

$3,000 for the website $7,000 for the logo design An additional $1,000 was secured by Trustee Joseph from Americu for this signature project.

The Art Trail will be October 5th and 12th.

CACDA will hold their FARM & FORK fundraiser on September 21st at the Golub Our Farm located on Peth Road. This event is family friendly. Post card invitations will be going out this week.

The HCBD has a lot going on. There will be another scarecrow event this year. Trustee Joseph will be attending the HCBD committee meetings which are scheduled for the last Wednesday of the month.

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Trustee Koennecke gave his monthly report:

Parks:  Met with CACDA at Town Office on July 22nd to review trails signature project and to coordinate with Town and Village o Discussion about park “Residents Only” signs and village code. CACDA will proceed with publicizing parks as open, but board will need to consider changing code to further Comprehensive Plan goal of promoting recreational opportunities o Requested town and village ensure trailhead parking areas get plowed  Discussed possible grant with Lake Foundation member, they are interested in helping with potential lake related projects arising out of our planning process  Graffiti removed from Lakeland bathhouse on Aug 5- thanks to DPW staff for the quick cleanup  Previously approved dance at Lakeside was postponed because security was not available for the planned date. Expect permit application update to use the park on Friday Aug 16

Boat Launch:  Everything running smoothly  Triathlon scheduled for Aug 11th, boat launch closed in AM  Stewards Kellstrand, Heffernan, and Neuland attended Hydrilla Webinaron July 26th. Informative, but no obvious areas for improvement in our process noted.  Boat launch was closed July 10th through 12th during the Town declared state of emergency. No issues noted and publicity was good about the closure  Many thanks to Bill Carr and crew for fixing the significant potholes and faded striping at the boat launch. The place looks great and is much safer for cars and trailers. There was significant erosion from the rain.  Sold 158 non-resident permits as of July 31 vs 163 last year, 385 resident permits vs 387  856 inspections as of July 31- ~400 lower than last year, but it has been quite rainy and launch was closed for 2 days

Joint Youth Rec Program:  Summer recreation program wrapped up another successful season on Friday August 2nd  We had 175 children ages 5-13 signup.  1 child was withdrawn early in the season and we refunded $63.43  It was noted that some Lifeguards had been using cellphones while on duty. This has been corrected.  Planning to meet soon to capture lessons learned and plan for next year.

Lake Watershed Council:  Next meeting Wed, Aug 14th, 7PM at Village Hall- Note: I will not be able to make this meeting

Village Health Insurance:  Met with Charlie Sovik and Chuck Pendleton (Excellus) on July 31st to review Health Insurance plan changes.  Current employee plan changes/rates not quite final, so we’ll address them later- targeting a Jan 1st effective date  Retiree plan will change effective October first to Medicare Blue PPO copay plan o Adds numerous benefits, but does bring back copays o Better plan in many ways than the current one, but saves $150/month per retiree or about $12,000 per year. o Sent letter to retirees with information, invited them to Aug 20th information session.

Village Court:  Got the tour from clerk Kerry Bischal  July 2013 court revenues were Judge Moore- $10,515 and Judge O’Sullivan- $555

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Mayor Wheeler reported that when the handicap ramp was poured for Americu at 82 Albany St. created a need and an opportunity to review the whole thing. The DPW workers have it formed up and the first pour will put a top on it to bring it to an equal grade to the handicap ramp. There will be a second pour. There will be seating for Buda’s. There will be one set of center stairs. Mr. Muraco will be contributing the railings for the project. The ramp is a good addition.

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Mayor Wheeler reported Project Café will be taking over the area Crop Walk which will be held in October. There will be more to come.

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The Village Board approved the request from the Friends of Lorenzo to put a banner on Lakeland fence from Monday, August 12th to Thursday, August 15th to publicize a free concert and movie on their front lawn scheduled for Thursday, August 15th.

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The Village Board approved the request made by Kim Schug, class advisor for the Cazenovia Central School Class of 2014 to hold a 5K race on October 27th for a fund raiser using the same route as the Chilly Chili Run contingent on speaking with Police Chief Hayes regarding any needs they might have.

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Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Koennecke to pass the following resolution:

RESOLUTION #26 – BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Cazenovia through its governing body, the Board of Trustees, hereby authorizes the budget transfers as shown below:

1) To: A -960 $ 2,677.00 (Appropriations) To: A -8560.4 $ 2,677.00 (Shade Trees) From: A -511 $ 2,677.00 (Appropriated Reserves)

2) To: A -960 $50,591.00 (Appropriations) To: A -5110.2 $50,591.00 (Maint. of Roads Equip. & Cap.) From: A -511 $50,591.00 (Appropriated Reserves)

3) To: F -960 $24,000.00 (Appropriations) To: F -8340.2 $24,000.00 (Transmission/Dist. Equip. & Cap.) From: F -511 $24,000.00 (Appropriated Reserves)

Budget amendments being done to move funds from Capital Reserves to Appropriations so expenditures are properly reflected in the budgets.

August 8, 2013

<<<<<<<< Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Joseph to approve the Village bills for the month (see attached list).

Vote taken. All aye. Approved.

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Motion made by Mayor Wheeler and seconded by Trustee Mann to adjourn the meeting at 10:09 p.m. All aye. Approved. Meeting adjourned at 10:09 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Katherine A. Burns Village Clerk