PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
COUNTY LEGISLATURE
OF THE
COUNTY OF SCHUYLER
FOR THE YEAR 2000
MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATURE
DISTRICT I...... RUTH S. YOUNG SHARON S. BINGELL
DISTRICT II...... PATRICIA L. HASTINGS THOMAS M. GIFFORD JEROLD D. MARVEL
DISTRICT III...... DORIS L. KARIUS DELMAR F. BLEILER GLENN R. LARISON
OFFICERS
CHAIRMAN...... THOMAS M. GIFFORD CLERK...... GAIL M. HUGHEY DEPUTY CLERK...... STACY B. HUSTED COUNTY ATTORNEY...... JAMES P. COLEMAN
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
COUNTY LEGISLATURE
OF THE
COUNTY OF SCHUYLER
FOR THE YEAR
2000
CHAIRMAN AND CLERK'S CERTIFICATE
STATE OF NEW YORK ) COUNTY OF SCHUYLER )
We, Thomas M. Gifford, Chairman, and Gail M. Hughey, Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature, each for ourself, do hereby certify that this printed volume is a true record of the acts and proceedings of the Legislature of the County of Schuyler, State of New York, for the year 2000, pursuant to Section 211 of the County Law.
THOMAS M. GIFFORD Chairman, Schuyler County Legislature GAIL M. HUGHEY Clerk, Schuyler County Legislature
DEDICATIONS 2000 PROCEEDINGS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Philip C. Barnes
Philip joined the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department on January 1, 1974 as a Deputy Sheriff Cadet. He was promoted to many other titles throughout his tenure such as Deputy Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff Sergeant, Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant, and Undersheriff, a title he held until his retirement on April 2, 2000.
Fred Wheaton
Fred joined the Schuyler County Highway Department on January 10, 1976 as a Mechanic. He was promoted to the position of Automotive Mechanic on December 14, 1981, a title that he held until his retirement on May 12, 2000.
Darlene N. Morehouse
Darlene joined the Schuyler County Office for the Aging Department on January 2, 1980 as a Cook-Manager, a title that she held until her retirement on August 31, 2000.
Lyle L. Gates
Lyle joined the Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds Department on December 5, 1977 as a Cleaner, at title that he held until his retirement on October 20, 2000.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Resolutions – 2000 (Numerical, By Meeting)……………………………………………I Resolutions – 2000 (By Category) …………………………………………………265
REGULAR AND SPECIAL MEETINGS: Organizational Meeting January 3…………………………………………..………...1 Regular Meeting January 10.………………………………………………………….5 Regular Meeting February 14…………………………………………………………19 Regular Meeting February 22 ………………………………………………………...44 Regular Meeting March 13 …………………………………………………………...45 Regular Meeting April 10 …………………………………………………………….63 Regular Meeting May 8 ………………………………………………………………88 Regular Meeting June 12 ……………………………………………………………..102 Regular Meeting June 28 ……………………………………………………………..116 Regular Meeting July 10 ……………………………………………………………119 Special Meeting July 17 ………………………………………………………………129 Regular Meeting August 14 …………………………………………………………..130 Regular Meeting September 11 ………………………………………………………144 Special Meeting October 2 …………………………………………………………. 159 Regular Meeting October 10 …………………………………………………………162 Regular Meeting November 3 ………………………………………………………..177 Regular Meeting November 13 ………………………………………………………179 Special Meeting November 28 ……………………………………………………….195 Special Meeting December 4 …………………………………………………………197 Regular Meeting December 11 ………………………………………………………199 Special Meeting December 14 ………………………………………………………. 213 Year End Meeting December 27 …………………………………………………….238
Annual Budget of 2001, County of Schuyler………………………………………… 222 Annual Budget of 2000, County of Schuyler …………………………………………249
Mortgage Tax Distribution: October 1, 1999 through March 31, 2000 …………………………………….110 April 1, 1999 through September 30, 1999 ………………………………….. 206
RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I
RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER - 2000
Organizational Meeting January 3, 2000
1. Close Nominations – 1999 Chairperson Of The Schuyler County Legislature 2. Appointment- Chairman, Schuyler County Legislature – 1999 3. Appointment – Clerk To The Legislature 4. Appointment – Deputy Clerk To The Legislature 5. “Continuity Of Local Government” For 2000 6. Designation Of Legal County Newspaper 7. Designation Of Depositories For Schuyler County 8. Conform To “Rules Of Procedure” 9. Appointment – Schuyler County Attorney 10. Appointment- Assistant County Attorney 11. Appointment – Confidential Secretary To County Attorney 12A. Amend Resolution No. 12 – 2000 To Increase The Stipend Of The Budget Officer. 12. Appointment – Budget Officer For 2000 – As Amended 13. Appointment – County Auditor For 2000 And 2001 14. Appointment – Chief Voting Machine Custodian 15. Appointment – Chief Coroner For 200 16. Appointment – Schuyler County Public Defender 17. Appointment-County Historian 18. Appointment – Deputy County Treasurer – 2000-2003 19. Schedule Of Salaries For 2000 20A. Amend Resolution No. 20-2000 – Failed 20. Appointments – Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA)
Regular Meeting January 10, 2000
21. Approve Minutes Of The December 6, 1999 Public Hearing And December 13, 1999 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature. 22. Authorize Contract With State Of New York For Housing Of State-Ready Inmates-Sheriff’s Department. 23. Local Law Intro No. 4 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 1 Of The Year 2000 – Setting The Salary For The Chairman Of The Legislature For The Year 2000. 24. Local Law Intro. No. 5 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Setting The Salary Of Certain Public Officers For The Year 2000. 25. Local Law Intro. No. 1 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 3 Of 1997 – Setting Salaries Of The Sheriff And District Attorney. 26. Local Law Intro. No. 6 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Setting The Salary Of Certain Public Officers For The Year 2000. 27. Local Law Intro. No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 1 Of 1999 Setting The Salary Of The Chairman. 28. Authorize Hiring Of Temporary Civil Service Clerk – Civil Service/Personnel. 29. Authorize Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign Records Management Grant Application Form And All Relative Reports 2000-2001. 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 30. Authorize Grant Application And Related Documents For New York State Archive And Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Funds – Geographic Information Systems. 31. Authorize Increase In 2000 Appropriations And Transfer Of Funds – Chamber Of Commerce. 32. Authorize Review Process For Issuance Of Funds Under The Small Cities Community Development Block Grant. 33. Authorize Submission Of Schuyler County Applications For The Home Program And Senior Survey Under Fy99 HUD Funding By Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing. 34. Authorize Establishment Of Account In Anticipation Of Receiving Funds Under The Edge Education For Gainful Employment Grant – Social Services. 35. Authorize Seasonal Rates For Marina 36. Authorize Lease Agreement With The Youth Bureau For 2000 – Building And Grounds. 37. Authorize Appointment Of Purchasing Agent. 38. Authorize Establishment Of Account For The Building Independence For The Long Term (BILT) Grant – Social Services. 39. Authorize Appointments – Agriculture And Farmland Protection Board 40. Authorize Appointments – Auditing Committee. 41. Authorize Two Year Appointments 42. Authorize One Year Appointments 43. Authorize Appointments – Forest Practice Board 44. Authorize Appointment – Health Services Advisory Board 45. Authorize Appointments – Workforce Development Board 46. Amend Resolution No. 15 – 98/Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency. 47. Resolution Halting County Administrator Hiring And Authorize Proceeding With Feasibility Study – Failed 48. Authorize One (1) Resolution Be Brought To The Floor 49. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Boyle.
Regular Meeting February 14, 2000
50. Approve Minutes Of The December 14, 1999 Public Hearing, December 14, 1999 Special Meeting, December 29, 1999 Year End Meeting, January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting And January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 51. Authorize Advertisement For Material Bids For The Highway Department For 2000 52. Resolution Requesting The State Of New York For A Speed Study/Reduction For County Route 14/Beardsley Hollow – Highway 53. Authorize Preparation Of Property For Bidding – Hector Gravel Pit 54. Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Emergency Power Systems, Inc. – Emergency Management 55. Authorize Renewal Contract With Calgor – Sheriff’s Department 56. Authorize Transfer Of Funds And Purchase Of Vehicle – Sheriff’s Department 57. Approval Of Alternatives To Incarceration Plan 2000 58. Authorization For The Chairman To Sign The Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant (JAIBG) – Probation W/D Amend Resolution No. 82-98 – Contract For Legal Services For 1998 – District Attorney – Withdrawn 59. Authorize Contract Renewal With The Falls Home Care Agency, For Home Health Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 60. Authorize Contract Renewal With Homemakers Of Western New York, For Home Health Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 61. Authorize Contract Renewal With Miller Associates For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I W/D Authorize Contract Renewal With Schuyler Hospital For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health – Withdrawn 62. Authorize Contract Renewal With Schuyler Hospital For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 63. Authorize Contract With Priscilla Smith To Provide SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher) Services For The Preschool Special Education Program – Public Health 64. Amendment To Resolution No. 327-99 For The Early Intervention/ Child Find/CSHCN 10/1/99 – 9/30/2000 Program Grant To Reflect The Addition Of The CSHCN Funds – Public Health 65. Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Ikon Office Solutions, Inc. – Public Health 66. Authorize Agreement With Bolder Computer Solutions For Computer Services – Public Health 67. Authorize Agreement With Bolder Computer Solutions For Computer Services – Mental Health 68. Authorize Agreement With Kyung Chun, Md – Mental Health 69. Authorize Agreement With Venkata Satti, Md And Savithri Satti, Md – Mental Health 70. Authorize Agreement With Next Century Software – Mental Health 71. Authorize Agreement With Chemung County For Crisis Services – Mental Health 72. Authorize Amendment To 1999 Agreement With Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling And Referral Services – Mental Health 73. Authorize Filling Supervising Social Worker - Mental Health 74. Benefits For Schuyler County Employees Not Covered By A Bargaining Agreement 75. Adopted Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan Dated January 19, 2000 76. Amend 2000 Salary Schedule And Authorize Transfer Of Funds 77. Local Law No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 3 Of 1997 – Setting Salaries Of The Sheriff And The District Attorney 78. Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 1 Of 1999 – Setting The Salary Of The Chairman 79. Accept Proposal For Property/Casualty Insurances For The County Of Schuyler 80. Approve Amended Factor Rating Chart For Inclusion Into The Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan 81. Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency Account For Budget Officer Stipend 82. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Perry 83. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Biehl 84. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Thompson 85. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Crane 86. Authorize Contract – Provide Data Collection And Valuation Services To The Town Of Orange 87. Authorize Preparation Of Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application And Set Dates For Required Public Hearings 88. Appointment Of Fair Housing Officer In Compliance With U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development Housing Requirements 89. Approve Process For Recruitment Of Members To The Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) 90. Authorize Contract With Scoped For Facilitator Services For The Water/Sewer Extension Project 91. Authorize Contract With Corning Enterprises, Inc. For Tri-County Branding Initiative And Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency 92. Authorize Contract With Cornell Cooperative Extension For Food Stamp Nutrition Program 93. Authorize Contract With Economic Opportunity Program For Wrap Services – Department Of Social Services 94. Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Attorney For Legal Services – Social Services 95. Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With Partnership For Responsible Fathering, Known As Dad School 96. Authorize Increase In Hours For Meal Deliverer Position – Office For The Aging 97. Authorize Purchase Of Dishwasher And Transfer Of Funds – Office For The Aging 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 98. Authorize Contracts With Care Providers For Eisep – Office For The Aging 99. Authorization To Apply For Byrne Anti-Drug Funds – Sheriff’s Department 100. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Printer – District Attorney 101. Authorize Appointment – Economic Opportunity Program Board Of Directors 102. Authorize Appointment – Soil And Water Conservation Board Of Directors 103. Authorize Appointment – Schuyler County Planning Commission 104. Authorize Appointments – Inter-County Association Of Western New York 105. Authorize Appointment – Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency 106. Amend Resolution No. 41-00 Relative To Appointments To The Environmental Management Council 107. Authorize Appointments– Emergency Medical And Highway Safety Committee 108. Authorize Appointment – Mental Health Committees 109. Authorize Appointments – Health Services Advisory Board And Professional Advisory Committee 110. Authorize Appointments – Schuyler County Youth Board 111. Resolution In Support Of The Proposed State Assumption Of Local Hcra 2000 Family Health Plus Costs 112. Resolution Calling For A Comprehensive Plan To Address 113. Resolution Urging The Continuation Of Maintaining Separate State Funding For Youth Services 114. Authorize Eight (8) Additional Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 115. Acknowledge Appointment/Set Salary – Board Of Elections 116. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Klopf 117. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Myers 118. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Turton/Clark 119. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Clark 120. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Clark 121. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Ameigh 122. Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Landon
Special Meeting February 22, 2000
123. Ratification Of Special Meeting Call 124. Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Administrative Unit CSEA
Regular Meeting March 13, 2000
125. Approve Minutes Of The January 18, 2000 Public Hearing, February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting And February 22, 2000 Special Meeting Minutes Of The Schuyler County Legislature 126. Appointment To Local Conditional Release Commission 127. Authorize The Creation Of Correction Officer Positions For Jail – Sheriff’s Department 128. Authorize The Creation Of Dispatcher Positions For Communications Center – Sheriff’s Department 129. Authorize Creation Of Sergeant Position For Jail – Sheriff’s Department 130. Authorize Contract Amendment With The Unified Court System For Security – Sheriff’s Department 131. Authorize Contract With Hunt Engineers For County Route 14 And County Route 15 Intersection Design 132. Authorize Filling Vacant Automotive Mechanic Position – Highway 133. Resolution Urging The Reinstatement Of Funding To Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (Chips) 134. Accept Bid For New And Unused 2000 Tri-Axle Live Bottom Trailer 135. Accept/Reject Bids For The Construction Of County Road 13 Bridge Over Banfield Creek Bin# 3332300 136. Declare Equipment Junk – Civil Service Department RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 137. Declare Equipment Junk – Social Services Department 138. Declare Equipment Junk – Probation Department 139. Declare Equipment Junk – Public Health Department 140. Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 141. Declare Equipment Surplus – Veterans Department W/D Declare Equipment Surplus – Social Services Department – Withdrawn 142. Declare Census 2000 Proclamation 143. Authorize Contract With Group Insurance Administration Service/Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Group Health Insurance 144. Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Melchione 145. Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Brockway 146. Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Sgrecci 147. Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Gibbons 148. Authorize Chairman To Sign Letters Of Agreement With The Villages For The County To Provide Tax Bill Processing 149. Local Law Intro. No. 4 Of The Year 2000 Providing For The Participation Of The County Of Schuyler In The Town Of Dix Water And Sewer District Creation Process And For The Provision Of Certain Services And Funds To The Town Of Dix In Furtherance Thereof 150. Appointments – Schuyler County Planning Commission 151. Accept Proposal For The Household Hazardous Waste And Farm Pesticide Collection Day 152. Authorize Grant Extension – Agricultural And Farmland Protection Planning Grant – Contract #C010030 153. Local Law Intro. No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1978 Regarding Written Notice Of Defects And Obstructions 154. Support Of Healthy Heart Grant – Public Health 155. Authorize Contract With Susanna Rutski For Early Intervention Program Services And Preschool Special Education Speech Therapy 156. Authorize Contract Renewal With Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding For Physically Handicapped Children’s Program Medical Director 157. Authorize Contract With John C.T. Hayes For Legal Services To The Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project – Mental Health 158. Authorize Filling Registered Nurse Part-Time – Public Health 159. Approve Revised Sliding Fee Schedule – Public Health 160. Authorize Agreement Between Schuyler County Department Of Social Services And Schuyler County Chapter NYSARC, Inc. For Transportation 161. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Food Carriers – Office For The Aging 162. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Computer Equipment – Legislature 163. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Software – Highway Administration 164. Authorize Contract For Data Collection Services – Real Property Tax Agency 165. Authorize An Amended Contract For Legal Services – District Attorney 166. Authorize One (1) Resolution Be Brought To The Floor 167. Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Clark/Sturton
Regular Meeting April 10, 2000
168. Approve Minutes Of The March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting And March 15, 2000 Public Hearing Of The Schuyler County Legislature 169. Establish Fee For Replacement Of Photo I.D. Cards – Personnel 170. Authorize Increase In Civil Service Application Fees – Personnel 171. Authorize Salary For Office For The Aging Case Supervisor Grade B 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 172. Authorize Filling Personnel Clerk Position – Personnel 173. Adoption Of The Amended And Restated Deferred Compensation Model Plan 174. Proclaim Week Of April 9-15, 2000 As “Volunteer Week” 175A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 175 175. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For County Administrator Advertisement – As Amended 176. Declare Equipment Surplus – Buildings And Grounds 177. Declare Equipment Surplus – Probation 178. Amend Schuyler County Policies And Procedures Manual - Time Card Policy 179. Authorize Transfer Of Funds And Purchase Of Burster – Treasurer 180. Adopt Fair Housing Plan In Compliance With Us Department Of Housing And Urban Development Requirements 181. Resolution To Authorize Preparation And Submission Of New York State Department Of State Quality Communities Demonstration Project Grant Application 182. Resolution Of The Schuyler County Legislature Regarding Acceptance Of A Schuyler County Agriculture And Farmland Protection Plan 183. A Resolution To Adopt The Proposal To Create An Agricultural District Compromising Of Certain Lands In The Town Of Catharine, Cayuta And Montour To Be Known As Schuyler County Agricultural District #3 184. Accept Proposal From Seneca Meadows, Inc. For Tire Collection Day 185. Authorize Change In Appointed Director To Regional Economic Development And Energy Corporation (REDEC) Board 186. Resolution To Authorize Preparation And Submission Of Application To Us Department Of Housing And Urban Development, Community Planning And Development For Fy2000 Edi-Special Project 187. Authorize Submission Of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities Application 188. Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 8 Of The Year 2000 Providing For The Participation Of The County Of Schuyler In The Town Of Dix Water And Sewer District Creation Process And For The Provision Of Certain Services And Funds To The Town Of Dix In Furtherance Thereof 189. Proclaim Week Of May 7-13, 2000 As “National Tourism Week” 190. Resolution Declaring National Nurses Week – Public Health 191. Resolution Declaring April As Alcohol Awareness Month – Mental Health 192. Resolution Declaring April As Child Abuse Prevention Month 193. Authorize Approval Of The Lead Poisoning Prevention Program 2000-2001 – Public Health 194. Resolution To Support Consolidation Of A Regional Health Services Advisory Committee And Abolish The Local Health Services Advisory Committee – Public Health 195. Authorize Agreement With Finger Lakes Parent Network – Mental Health 196. Authorize Out Of State Travel – Public Health 197. Authorize Filling Of Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 198. Authorize The Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign Any And All Documents Relative To The Addition To The Mill Creek Center 199. Amend Schuyler County Policies And Procedures Relative To Use Of County Cars – Public Health 200. Approve Transfer Of A Half-Time Account Clerk Typist Position From Public Health To Mental Health 201. Authorize Contract With Scherrer Auction Service For County Auction – Highway 202. Accept/Reject Bids For Ice Control Sand 203. Accept/Reject Bids For Pavement Markings 204. Accept Bids For Guide rail 205. Accept Bids For Signs, Posts, Extensions & Sign Blanks 206. Accept Bid For Steel Belted Radial Tires 207. Accept Bids For Bank Run Gravel, Modified Gravel, Sand & Select Granular Fill 208. Accept Bid For New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized Pipe, New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized And Asphalt Treated Pipe, New Corrugated Metal Pipe-Arch, New Galvanized Flared End Sections 209. Accept Bids For Crushed Limestone & Crushed Gravel RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 210. Accept Bids For Cold Mix Patching Materials 211. Accept Bids For Used Steel Pipe 212. Accept Bids For Asphalt Emulsions 213. Accept Bid For Steel Plate, Polyethylene Pipe, New & Used Bridge & Shop Steel 214. Accept Bids For Used Bituminous Concrete Asphalt 215. Accept Bids For Ready-Mix Concrete & Retaining Wall Blocks 216. Declare Surplus The 1998 Tax Map Set – Real Property Tax Agency 217. Local Law Intro. No. 5 Of The Year 2000 To Establish The Disability Exemption Pursuant To Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) Section 459-C 218. Local Law No. 4 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1978 Regarding Written Notice Of Defects And Obstructions 219. Resolution Supporting A Change In The Membership Section Of The Southern Tier Central Regional Planning And Development Board’s By-Laws 220. Authorize Appointments To The Labor/ Management Committee 221. Resolution In Support Of Fuel Reserves Initiatives – Failed 222. Authorize Increase In Capital Project Budget – Seneca Harbor Lakefront Park 223. Declare Equipment Surplus – Highway Department 224. Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 225. Authorize Creation Of Grant Writer/Grant Administrator Position – Failed W/D Motion To Table Resolution No. 226 – Failed W/D Resolution To Observe Everyday As Earth Day – Withdrawn
Regular Meeting May 8, 2000
226. Approve Minutes Of The April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 227. Proclaim Month Of May As “Mental Health Month” 228. Authorize Agreement With Gretchen Ann Jacobs For Early Intervention Program Services And Preschool Special Education Speech Therapy – Public Health 229. Amend 2000 Budget For Diabetes Program – Public Health 230. Authorize Advertisement For Bids For Transportation Of Preschool Children With Disabilities From 7/1/00-6/30/01 – Public Health 231. Authorize Agreement With Schuyler Head Start – Mental Health 232. Authorize Filling Supervising Social Worker – Mental Health 233. Authorization To Create And Fill Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 234. Authorize Creation And Filling Of Registered Health Information Technician Position – Mental Health 235. Authorize Contract With NYS Electric & Gas (NYSEG) For Power Partners Program – Office For The Aging 236. Authorize Contract With Steuben Home Care – Office For The Aging 237. Support Increase In New York State Funding For The Community Services For The Elderly Program 238. Authorize Creation, Advertisement And Filling Of A Second Runaway And Homeless Youth Counselor Position – Youth Bureau 239. Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget – Youth Bureau 240. Authorization To Renew Contract With Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling And Referral Agency (FLACRA) For Drug/Alcohol Services Program For Family Assistance Recipients 241. Authorization To Amend The 2000 Budget – Social Services 242. Accept Proposal From Hunt Engineers For County Route 8 Overpass 243. Authorize Filling Two (2) Seasonal Laborers Positions – Highway Department 244. Declare Equipment Surplus – Highway 245. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Phase Lost Protection – Buildings And Grounds 246. Authorize The Sheriff To Apply For Shelter Manager To Sell Dog Licenses 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 247. Lands Purchased By The State Of New York 248. Authorize Preparation And Submission Of Grant Application To Appalachian Regional Commission (Arc) Area Development Program For FY 2001 249. Authorize Appointment For The Region 8 Open Space Advisory Committee 250. Supporting The Schuyler-Steuben Revised Rural Transportation Proposal To New York State Department Of Transportation 251. Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 252. Amend The Management/Confidential Salary Plan 253A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 253 253. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Conference And Mileage Expenses – Legislature – As Amended 254. Acknowledge Appointment And Set Salary For Undersheriff 255. Appointment – Stop DWI Coordinator And Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Sheriff’s Department 256. Local Law Intro. No. 5/Local Law No. 7 The Year 2000 To Establish The Disability Exemption Pursuant To Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) Section 459-C 257. Authorize Three (3) Resolutions To Be Brought To The Floor 258. Authorize Contracts For The Town Of Orange Data Collection Project – Real Property Tax Agency 259. Authorize Chairman To Sign The “Notice To Vacate” And The Sheriff’s Department To Hand Deliver Notices 260. Authorize Treasurer To Cancel Tax On Property Tax Map #12.-1-77.12 In The Town Of Hector
Regular Meeting June 12, 2000
261. Approve Minutes Of The May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 262. Appointments – Office For The Aging Advisory Council 263. Authorize Acceptance Of The Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, Workforce Investment Act, Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs 264. Authorize Chairman Of Legislature To Write Letter In Support Of Alternative Veterans Tax Exemption 265. Authorize Increase In 2000 Heap Budget – Department Of Social Services W/D Authorize Billing Software Support Agreement With Datacron – Public Health 266. Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Ikon Office Solutions, Inc. – Mental Health 267. Authorize Amendment To 2000 County Budget For Alcoholism Service Programs – Mental Health 268. Accept Proposal From Fairman Drilling Company For Oil/Gas Leasing On County-Owned Land 269. Declare Equipment Surplus – Civil Service Department 270. Declare Equipment Surplus – Watershed Department 271. Authorize Advertisement For Bids For Abstracting Services For 2000 Tax Sale Auction Properties 272. Resolution On Delaying Congressional Action On Internet Tax Moratorium 273. Authorize Renewal Of Scoped Agreement For 2001, 2002 And 2003 274. Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails Grant Application For Horseheads Snowmobile Club 275A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 275 – Failed 275. Appointments – Environmental Management Council 276. Authorize Creation Of And Appointment To The Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee 277. Authorize Maintenance Contract With Office Equipment Source, Inc. For Xerox 3001 Engineering Copier – Real Property Tax Agency 278. Authorize Memorandum Of Understanding With NYS Office Of Real Property Services 279. Request The New York State Commissioner Of Agriculture And Markets To Implement The Rogers- Allen Act 280. Authorizing Distribution Of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant To Section 261 Of The New York State Tax Law RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 281. Urging Inclusion Of Local Funding In Proposed New York State Transportation Bond Act Pursuant To Section 153 Of The County Law 282. Authorize Letter Of Interest To NYSAC Regarding Pool Participants For New York County Tobacco Trust (NYCTT) 283. Accept/Reject Bids For The Transportation Of Preschool Children With Disabilities For The Period 7/1/00-6/30/2001 - Public Health 284. Authorize Creation Of Services Aide Position – Office For The Aging 285. Authorize County Match For Rural Transportation Study Project 286. Authorization To Bring Three (3) Resolutions To The Floor 287. Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) 288. Authorize Appointment Of Schuyler County Administrator 289. Local Law Intro. No. 8 Of The Year 2000 To Amend Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 1999 Allowing For Reimbursement Of Moving Expenses For The Office Of County Administrator For The County
Special Meeting June 28, 2000
290. Ratification Of Special Meeting Call 291. Local Law Intro. No. 10 Of The Year 2000 In Relation To The Sale By Schuyler County Of Its Rights To Receive Payments Expected To Become Due Under The Master Settlement Agreement And The Related Consent Decree And Final Judgment With Various Tobacco 292. Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Deputy Sheriffs Association
Regular Meeting July 10, 2000
293. Approve Minutes Of The June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting And June 28, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 294. Authorize Appointments To The Alcoholism And Substance Abuse Subcommittee – Mental Health 295. Authorize Billing Software Support Agreement For Datacron – Public Health 296. Authorize Contract Renewal With Miller Associates For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health 297. Amend Finger Lakes Parent Network Agreement – Mental Health 298. Authorize Agreement With Family Services Society – Mental Health 299. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Purchase Of Software – Office For The Aging 300. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Foster Care – Social Services 301. Authorization To Contract With Schuyler Arc For Medical Transportation Services – Social Services 302. Authorize Renewal Of Labor Only Service Agreement With Standard Register – Social Services 303. Authorize Two-Year Agreement With Fisher Associates And Hunt Engineers – Highway 304. Authorize The Creation And Filling Of A Probation Officer Position 305. Resolution Recommending Amendment To County Law Section 211 306. Local Law Intro. No. 8/Local Law No. 9 Of The Year 2000 To Amend Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 1999 Allowing For Reimbursement Of Moving Expenses For The Office Of County Administrator For The County Of Schuyler 307. Amend Resolution No. 172-00 – Personnel Clerk 308. Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan 309. Resolution Supporting New York State’s Involvement In The Chesapeake Bay Program 310. Resolution Authorizing An Amendment To The Contract For Data Collection Services With Charles Chamberlain – Real Property Tax Agency 311. Resolution To Cancel The Current Tax On Parcel 53.20-1-1 In The Town Of Reading – Real Property Tax Agency 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 312. Resolution Appointing James Corl And Gerald Chafee To The Information Technology Steering Committee – Central Data Processing 313. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management 314. Authorize Filling Of Payroll Clerk – Treasurer’s Office 315. Declare Equipment Surplus – County Attorney’s Office 316. Declare Equipment Junk – Sheriff’s Department 317. Authorize Extension Of Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund Grant And Keyboard Specialist Position – Civil Service/Personnel Department 318. Authorize Contract For Billing Services – Shared Fuel Facility 319. Authorize Creation Of Cook Manager Trainee Position – Office For The Aging 320. Authorize Extension Of Contract With Group Insurance Administration Service 321. Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 322. Authorize Temporary Clerical Support And Transfer Of Funds – Social Services 323. Authorize Appointment – Southern Tier Central Regional Planning And Development Board
Special Meeting July 17, 2000
324. Ratification Of Special Meeting Call 325. Accept Bid For Abstracting Services For 2001 Tax Sale Auction
Regular Meeting August 14, 2000
326. Approve Minutes Of The July 10, 2000 Regular Meeting And July 17, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 327. Authorize Contract With Exercise Enterprises For RSVP “Bone Builders Program” - Public Health 328. Authorize Contract With Andrew Taylor - Mental Health 329. Amend Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement - Mental Health 330. Authorize Agreements With John Ball For Early Intervention And Preschool Special Education Occupational Therapy - Public Health 331. Reduce Hours Of Runaway And Homeless Youth Counselor Position – Youth Bureau 332. Authorize Increase In Social Services Budget For Day Care Provider Registration 333. Local Law Intro. No. 10 Of The Year 2000 Increasing The Hours Of The District Attorney To Full- Time 334. Authorization To Renew NYSPIN Upgrade And Installment Purchase Agreement – Probation 335. Authorization To Renew NYSPIN Upgrade And Installment Purchase Agreement – Sheriff 336. Authorize Application And Contract For 2000/2001 New York State Aid To Prosecution Grant – District Attorney 337. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Survey – Buildings And Grounds 338. Accept/Reject Bids For Harvesting Of Timber In County Owned Forest – Buildings And Grounds 339. Authorize Grant Application To Be Submitted To New York State Office Of Parks, Recreation And Historic Preservation For The Seneca Harbor Park Project Phase Ii 340. Authorize Easement/Right-Of-Way With Watkins Glen Central School District 341. Local Law Intro. No. 9/Local Law No. 10 Of The Year 2000 In Relation To The Sale By Schuyler County Of Its Rights To Receive Payments Expected To Become Due Under The Master Settlement Agreement And The Related Consent Decree And Final Judgment With Various Tobacco Companies 342. Declare Equipment Junk – Public Health Department 343. Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 344. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 345. New York Tourist Promotion Act Designation By County Of Official Tourist Promotion Agency 2000- 2001 346. Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails Grant Application For Trail Tamers Of Schuyler County For The Years 2000-2001 347. Amend Resolution No. 313–00 – Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management 348. Declare Equipment Surplus – County Clerk Department 349. Amend Resolution No. 263-00 - Authorize Acceptance Of The Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, Workforce Investment Act, Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs 350. Declare Equipment Junk – Mental Health Department 351. Declare Equipment Surplus –Mental Health Department 352. Authorize Appointments – Environmental Management Council 353A. Motion To Table Resolution No. 353 – Failed 353. Resolution Directing The Setting Of A Budget Procedure And Timeline Pursuant To County Law 354. Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Emergency Aid To Adults - Department Of Social Services 355. Appointment - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA)
Regular Meeting September 11, 2000
356. Approve Minutes Of The August 14, 2000 Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 357. Authorize Agreement With Affiliated Psychological Services For Early Intervention Conference – Public Health 358. Amend Family Services Society Agreement – Mental Health 359. Authorize Agreement With Freed, Maxick, Sachs & Murphy, P.C. – Public Health 360. Authorize Extension Of Immunization Grant Through March 31, 2001 – Public Health 361. Authorize Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Subcommittee Appointment - Mental Health 362. Authorization To Fill Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 363. Authorize Acceptance Of Additional Triangle Funds – Youth Bureau 364. Authorize Budget Modifications – Office For The Aging 365. Authorize State Grant Application And Acceptance – Office For The Aging 366. Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget – Social Services 367. Authorization To Create And Fill A Temporary Position In The Children’s Services Unit – Social Services 368. Accept Proposal For Engineering Services For County Route 5 Pedestrian Bridge Study – Highway 369. Authorize Grant Application To Be Submitted To Environmental Protection Fund 2000-2001 For The Seneca Harbor Park Breakwater 370. Authorize Bid Procedure For Trash Removal And Recycling – Buildings And Grounds 371. Authorize Advertisement For Bid For Elevator Repair Maintenance And Testing Services – Buildings And Grounds 372. Local Law Intro. No. 10/Local Law No. Of The Year 2000 Increasing The Hours Of The District Attorney To Full-Time 373. Appointment Of A Deputy Fire Investigator Coordinator – Emergency Management 374. Authorize Stop DWI Plan For 2001 – Sheriff’s Department 375. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Match Grant For Surveillance Vehicle – Sheriff’s Department 376. Annual Update Of The Pins Diversion Plan 377. Authorize Increase In The Hours Of The Confidential Secretary To The District Attorney To Forty (40) Hours A Week 378. Authorize Bidding For 457 Deferred Compensation Model Plan 379. Authorize Adoption Of Contract Policy Manual 380. Authorize Contract With Group Health Administration Service 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 381. Authorize Advertising For Bids For Replacement Of Copiers For Schuyler County Offices For The Period 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003 382. Declare Equipment Surplus – Social Services Department 383. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Training – Civil Service/Personnel 384. Transfer Of Funds To Town Of Hector (Hector Grazing Lands) 385. Authorize Purchase Of Server For Financial System – Treasurer 386. Accept Offers To Purchase And Quitclaim Property Taken By Tax Deed 387. Resolution Authorizing The Filing Of An Application For A State Grant-In-Aid For A Municipal Waste Reduction And/Or Recycling Project And Signing Of The Associated State Contract, Under The Appropriate Laws Of New York State 388. Authorize Contract With Scoped To Administer The Remaining Canal Corridor Initiative Program Funds 389A. Motion To Table Resolution No. 389 389. Local Law Intro No. 11 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1974 To Change Section 3, Item B, In Regards To Membership – Tabled 390. Authorize Extension Of Scoped Agreement For Grant Writing/Administration For The Year 2000 W/D Increase The Hours Of The Clerk(S) To The Board Of Elections From 20 Hours To 35 Hours A Week – Withdrawn 391. Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Child Care Coordinating Council For Computer Installation/Repair Assistance – Central Data Processing 392. Authorize Contract With Cornell Cooperative Extension For Computer Installation/Repair Assistance – Central Data Processing 393. Declare Week Of October 8, 2000 As National Archives Week – Records Management 394. Authorize Filling Account Clerk Typist Position – Highway 395. Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails Grant Application For Spencer-Van Etten Snowmobile Club 396. Resolution In Support Of Maintaining The Continuity Of The 31st Congressional District – Failed 397. Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 398. Authorization To Create And Fill A Temporary Position Of Additional Full-Time Assistant County Attorney 399. Resolution In Support Of The Broadband Internet Access Act Legislation
Special Meeting October 2, 2000
400. Ratification Of Special Meeting 401. Accept Tax Auction Bids
Regular Meeting October 10, 2000
402. Approve Minutes Of The September 11, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 403. Authorize Agreement With Schuyler Hospital For Therapy Services – Medical Prospective Payment System – Public Health 404. Amend 2000 County Budget – Federal Salary Sharing Funds – Mental Health 405. Authorize Contract Renewal With Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health 406. Authorize Creation And Filling Of Clinical Worker – Mental Health 407. Amend Contract With Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement – Mental Health 408A. Amend Resolution No. 408 408. Authorize Creation And Filling Of Two Supportive Case Managers – Mental Health – As Amended RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 409. Authorize Filling Cook Manager Position – Office For The Aging 410. Authorize Contract Amendment With County Attorney For Legal Services – Social Services 411. Accept Quotation From National Survey, Inc. For Publishing Of County Maps – Highway 412. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Utilities And Personal Services – Lake Front 413. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Assigned Counsel Expenses 414. Authorize Contract With Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing For The Purpose Of Administering Funds Under The Home Investment Partnership Program (Home Program) 415. Schuyler County Legislature Proclaims October As “Radon Awareness Month” 416. Schuyler County Legislature Proclaims November 15, 2000 As “America Recycles Day” 417. Resolution Supporting The Transportation Infrastructure Bond Act Of 2000 418. Resolution In Support Of District I Comprehensive Planning Study 419. Authorize The Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign A Letter In Support Of Digitization Of The Soils In New York State 420. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Overtime – Board Of Elections 421. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase Shredder – Records Management 422. Appointments – Schuyler County Environmental Management Council 423. Resolution Concerning Response To The West Nile Virus Health Concern 424. Appointments – Workforce Development Board 425. Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With Family Service Society For Provision Of Big Brother/Big Sister Case Management Services 426. Accept/Reject Bids For The Replacement Of Copiers For Schuyler County Offices For The Period 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003 427. Accept The Consumer Price Index For Cost Of Living Adjustment (Cola) For Salaries And Ranges – Management/Confidential Salary Plan (MCSP) 428. Amend Resolution No. 366-85/Policy For Department Heads In Filling Vacant Positions 429. Discontinue Perry & Carroll As Broker For GHI 430. Local Law Intro. No. 11 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 431. Authorize Contract With SUNY Binghamton For Tax Study To Be Budgeted In 2001 432. Authorize Increase In The CCC Capital Chargeback Contingent Upon Chemung And Steuben Counties Approval Of The Same W/D Authorize Creation Of Deputy Position – Mental Health – Withdrawn W/D Authorize Creation Of Deputy Position – Public Health – Withdrawn 433. Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Machinery Fund Shared Fuel Facility 434. Adopt Stipend Reward Program For Management/Confidential Salary Employees 435. Authorize Transfer Funds To Foster Care - Department Of Social Services 436. Authorize Increase In 2000 Heap Budget - Department Of Social Services
Special Meeting November 3, 2000
437. Ratification Of Special Meeting 438. Local Law Intro. No. 12/Local Law No. To Establish An Empire Zone In Certain Areas Of Schuyler County, New York And To Authorize The Preparation And Submission Of An Application For The Designation Of Such Empire Zone
Regular Meeting November 13, 2000
439. Approve Minutes Of The October 2, 2000 Special Meeting, The October 10, 2000 Regular Meeting And The November 3, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 440. Re-Designation Of Loan Committee For The Canal Corridor Initiative Grant 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 441. Authorize Amendment To Pathways, Inc. Agreement – Mental Health 442. Authorize Amendment To Agreement With Affiliated Psychological Services, P.C. – Public Health 443. Authorize Amendment To Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement – Mental Health 444. Authorize 2000-2001 Grant For The Early Intervention/Child Find/CSHCN Program – Public Health 445. Approval Of The Office For The Aging 2001 Annual Implementation Plan For The Older Americans Act And NYS Community Services For The Elderly Programs 446. Authorize Acceptance Of Watkins Glen International (WGI) Raceway’s Contribution To The Youth Bureau 447. Accept Resignation Of Youth Services Planner And Authorize Advertising For Director Of Youth Bureau 448. Authorize Lease Agreement Renewal With Youth Bureau/Runaway And Homeless Program For Rent – Buildings And Grounds 449. Authorize Lease Agreement Renewal With Cooperative Extension For Space – Buildings And Grounds 450. Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Forester – Buildings And Grounds 451. Accept Proposal From Professional Service Industries, Inc. For Subsurface Exploration And Geo- Technical Evaluation – Highway 452. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Maintenance – Sheriff’s Department 453. Authorize Maintenance Agreement Renewal With Motorola – Emergency Management 454. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Assigned Counsel Expenses 455. Local Law Intro. No. 11/Local Law No. 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 456A. Amend Resolution No. 456 456. Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Moving Expenses For County Administrator – As Amended 457. Set Date For Public Hearing On County Budget For 2001 458. Set Dates For Special Meeting Of The Legislature 459. Authorize Resolution To Correct Retirement Error For Two Employees On Maternity Disability In 1989/1990 460A. Table Resolution Nos. 460 & 461 460. Accept Tax Auction Bid For Goodspell Property – Tabled 461. Create Title Of Coordinator Of Information Technology Services – Central Data Processing – Tabled 462. Resolution Requesting Cornell University consider New Educational Requirements For Cooperative Extension Agents Pursuant To Section 153 Of The County Law 463. Local Law Intro. No. 12/Local Law No. 12 To Establish An Empire Zone In Certain Areas Of Schuyler County, New York And To Authorize The Preparation And Submission Of An Application For The Designation Of Such Empire Zone 464. Authorize Creation Of “Voice And Data Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund [Class Reserve] 465. Authorize Creation Of “Emergency Wireless Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund [Type Reserve] 466. Authorize Creation Of “Breakwater” Reserve Fund 467. Authorize Creation Of A “Facilities And Grounds” Reserve Fund 468. Authorize Creation Of Planning And Development Contingency Fund 469. Authorize Five (5) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 470. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Community Colleges 471. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Fax Machine – County Clerk 472. Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Civil Service/Personnel 473. Resolution In Support Of The Regents 2002 Budget And Legislative Initiatives For The Public Library System 474. Resolution Approving The Purposes And Activities Of The New York State Local Government Services Corporation And The Issuance Of Said Corporation’s Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2000 And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Lease With The Corporation And A Sublease With The RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I Schuyler County Community Services Board 475. Authorize Temporary Appointment Of Youth Services Planner
Special Meeting November 28, 2000
476. Ratification Of Special Meeting 477. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – District Attorney 478. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Board Of Elections 479. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 480. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services
Special Meeting December 4, 2000
481. Ratification Of Special Meeting 482. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 483. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 484. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Various Departments
Regular Meeting December 11, 2000
484A. Approve Minutes Of The November 13, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 485. Agreement To Sponsor A Free Spay/Neuter Clinic For Cats And Dogs Owned By Low-Income Residents Of Schuyler County 486. Authorize Amendment To 2000 Agreement With FLACRA – Mental Health 487. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Computer Hardware And Software – Mental Health 488. Authorize Amendment To Resolution No. 403-00 – Public Health 489. Authorize Increase In Hours For Account Clerk Typist In The Youth Bureau 490. Authorize Contract With Cooperative Extension For Food Stamp Nutrition Program – Social Services 491. Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services Day Care 492. Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services State Training Schools 493. Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services Vehicle 494. Accept Request For Proposal For Elevator Maintenance – Buildings And Grounds 495. Accept Request For Proposal For Fire Alarm Testing And Maintenance – Buildings And Grounds 496. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Utilities At Seneca Harbor Park – Buildings And Grounds 497. Authorize Grant Extension For Jaibg Grant – Probation Department 498. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Cover Shortage In Gas Account – Sheriff’s Department 499. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Personnel – Sheriff’s Department 500. Authorize Contract Renewal With Monroe County – Sheriff’s Department 501. Authorize Agreement With DTN Corporation For Weather Services – Emergency Management – Failed 502A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 502 – Failed 502. Local Law Intro. No 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 503. Set Date - 2000 Year End Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 504. Set Date - 2001 Organizational Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 505. Authorizing Distribution Of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant To Section 261 Of The New York State Tax Law 506. Authorize Memorandum Of Understanding With RSVP For Medical Transportation For Various Departments
2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 507. Authorize Increase In Hours For Typist In The Civil Service/Personnel Department On A Temporary Basis 508. Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Advertising And Professional Fees And Services – Civil Service/Personnel 509. Resolution To Adopt Equalization Rates For The Apportionment Of The Year 2001 County Tax Levy – Real Property 510. Authorize Town Of Hector Delinquent Water Bills To Be Charged On The January, 2001, Town And County Tax Bills – Real Property Tax Service 511. Authorize Town Of Reading Delinquent Sewer And Water Bills To Be Charged On The January, 2001, Town And County Tax Bills – Real Property Tax Service 512. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Overtime Expenses – Board Of Elections 513. Approve Recommendation Of Appeals Committee For 2001 Management Confidential Salary Of Watershed Inspector And Authorize Amendment Of The Management/Confidential Salary Plan 514. Authorize Contract With Catholic Charities For The Runaway And Homeless Program – Youth Bureau 515. Authorize The Purchase Of A New Stove – Office For The Aging 516. Authorize Contract With Professional Service Industries, Inc. - Highway Department 517. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase An Internal Processing Unit For Konica Copier – County Attorney’s Office 518. Amend Resolution No. 385-00 – Authorize Purchase Of Server For Financial System – Treasurer’s Office 519. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase Computer And Printer – Youth Bureau 520A. Motion To Table Resolutions 520-523 520. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Tabled 521. Adoption Of Schuyler County Budget For 2001 – Tabled 522. Appropriate The Several Amounts Specified In Budget In Column Entitled "2001" – Tabled 523. 2000 Budget Of $ : Legislature To Determine Town Contribution To County Taxes And Issue Certificate To Each Town – Tabled 524. Authorize Health Insurance Contribution Increase For Management/Confidential Employees, Attorneys And Elected Officials 525. Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 526. Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Community Colleges 527. Authorize Transfer Of Funds – State Retirement
Special Meeting December 14, 2000
528. Ratification Of Special Meeting 529. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – District Attorney 530. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Seneca Harbor Park 531A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 531 531. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Planning – As Amended 532. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Cooperative Extension 533. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 534. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Public Health 535A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 535 535. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Salt Storage Facility – As Amended 536. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Snow Removal 537. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Radios 538. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Treasurer 539A. Motion To Table Resolution No. 539 Administrator RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I 539. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator – Failed 540. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator 541. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Other Employee Benefits 542. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Other Performing Arts – Failed 543. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Historian – Failed 544. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Civil Service/Personnel 545. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Sheriff 546. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Budget 547. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Attorney 548. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Legislature 549. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Purchasing 550. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Central Data Processing 551. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Real Property Tax Agency 552A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 552 552. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Board Of Elections – As Amended 553A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 553 553. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Publicity – As Amended 554. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Probation 555. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 556. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 557. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 558. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 559. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 560. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 561. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 562A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 562 562. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – As Amended 563. Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator 564. Adoption Of Schuyler County Budget For 2001 565. Appropriate The Several Amounts Specified In Budget In Column Entitled "2001" 566. 2001 Budget Of $25,299,384: Legislature To Determine Town Contribution To County Taxes And Issue Certificate To Each Town
Year End Meeting December 27, 2000
567. Amend Resolution No. 405-00 To Renew Contract With Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health 568. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Automobile – Public Health 569. Authorization To Fill Part-Time Nurse Position – Public Health 570. Authorize Budget Modification – Office For The Aging 571. Authorize Extension Of Increased Hours For The Account Clerk Typist – Youth Bureau 572. Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Runaway And Homeless Program 573. Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Foster Care - Social Services 574. Authorize Increase In 2000 Heap Budget – Social Services 575A. Motion To Table Resolutions No. 575-578 575. Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Caseworker – Social Services – Tabled 576. Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) Caseworker – Social Services – Tabled 577. Authorize To Create And Fill The Position Of Social Welfare Examiner – Social Services – Tabled 2000 PROCEEDINGS – SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE 578. Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) Social Welfare Examiner – Social Services – Tabled 579. Authorization To Increase The Hours Of The Paralegal – Social Services 580. Authorize Contract Amendment With John C.T. Hayes, Esq. For Legal Services – District Attorney 581. Dedication Of 2000 Proceedings 582. Accept Proposal For Deferred Compensation Plan 583. Resolution Requesting The New York State Legislature To Renew The Additional 1% Sales Tax For Schuyler County Pursuant To Section 40 Of The Municipal Home Rule Law 584. Local Law Intro. No 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 585. Unpaid School Taxes – Assessed And Re-levied For 2000-01 586. Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Various Departments 587. Authorize Renewal Contract With The Schuyler County Chamber Of Commerce – Legislature 588. Rescind Stipend For Computer Related Services 589. Authorize Extension For Use Of Part-Time Typist On Temporary Basis – Civil Service/ Personnel 590A. Motion To Table Resolutions No. 590-592 590. Authorize Stipend Reward For Personnel Assistant – Civil Service/Personnel – Tabled 591. Authorize Stipend Reward For Deputy Treasurer – Treasurer’s Office – Tabled 592. Authorize Stipend Reward For Purchasing Agent – Tabled 593. Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Partnership For Economic Development (Scoped) 594. Authorize Contract Renewal With Scoped For Grant Writing Services 595. Authorize Contract Amendment With Scoped For Additional Funds For Economic Development 596. Authorize Submission Of A Cooperative Records Management Grant Application For Two Towns And The County – Records Management 597. Authorize Grant Application And Related Documents For New York State Archives And Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Funds – Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – Real Property 598. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Laser Printer – Real Property 599. Acknowledgement Of Board Of Election Changes 600. Authorize The Creation Of A Space Committee 601. Authorize Certification Of Cost Allocation Plan 602A. Motion To Amend Resolution No. 602 602. Appointment - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) – As Amended 603. Appointment – Joint Schuyler/Steuben Rural Transportation Advisory Committee 604. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Architectural Fees – Public Health 605. Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Tires – Office For The Aging 606. Authorize Encumbrance Of 2000 Funds For Civil Service/Personnel, Treasurer’s Office And Public Health
RESOLUTIONS BY NUMBER – 2000 I
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 1
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 3, 2000
The January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Gail M. Hughey. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Hastings and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Terry Horgan, Chairman of SCIDA, said that he has researched the SCIDA appointments and has discovered that the appointments became confused when Tom Gifford was appointed to the SCIDA board as a private citizen from 1997 to 1999. When Mr. Gifford was elected as a Legislator in 1998, he resigned from the SCIDA board and Phil Jacobus was appointed to fill the remainder of Mr. Gifford’s term. Dirk Stephens was appointed from 1/1/97 until 12/31/99, however, he resigned effective 12/31/98 and Carl Taber was appointed to fulfill this term. Terry reported unusual circumstances during 1998 because Bob Kelchner resigned to take over for Five Lakes Development and Barb Halpin appointed herself to fill in for that term. At this time, there are three vacancies on the SCIDA board. There are two vacancies for a three-year term, and a replacement is needed for Terry Horgan’s term that will end 12/31/01. The Honorable J.C. Argetsinger administered the Oath of Office to all Legislators. Judge Argetsinger noted how important public service is and most of the time is with little regard except personal satisfaction of a job well done. He commented on the important decisions that are before the Legislature. Gail M. Hughey, acting as Temporary Chairman, asked for nominations from the floor for Chairman to the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 2000. Legislator Glenn R. Larison nominated Legislator Thomas M. Gifford, seconded by Legislator Jerold D. Marvel. There being no further nominations, Mrs. Hughey asked for a motion to close the nominations. RESOLUTION NO. 1 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: CLOSE NOMINATIONS - 2000 CHAIRPERSON OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the nominations for the 2000 Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature be closed. VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 2 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: APPOINTMENT - CHAIR, SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE - 2000 BE IT RESOLVED, that Thomas M. Gifford be Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 2000. VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 3 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT - CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that Gail M. Hughey be appointed Clerk of the Legislature for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 4 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT - DEPUTY CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment by Clerk of the Legislature, Gail M. Hughey of Stacy B. Husted as Deputy Clerk of the Legislature for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 5 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: "CONTINUITY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT" FOR 2000 BE IT RESOLVED, that the duly authorized vice-chairman successors for "Continuity of Local Government", as prescribed by Schuyler County Local Law No. 1-1972, be adopted for the year 2000, as follows: Chairman Thomas M. Gifford #1 Vice-Chairman Patricia L. Hastings 2 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
#2 Vice-Chairman Ruth S. Young #3 Vice-Chairman Doris L. Karius #4 Vice-Chairman Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr. #5 Vice-Chairman Glenn R. Larison #6 Vice-Chairman Jerold D. Marvel #7 Vice-Chairman Sharon S. Bingell VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 6 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: DESIGNATION OF LEGAL COUNTY NEWSPAPER BE IT RESOLVED, that The Watkins Review & Express weekly newspaper within Schuyler County, be designated as the legal County paper to publish resolutions, election notices, official canvass and other notices. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 7 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: DESIGNATION OF DEPOSITORIES FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY FUNDS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Depositories for Schuyler County funds be the following banks and for the following amounts: FLEET BANK, N.A. Watkins Glen Office 401 N. Franklin Street Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00
HSBC Watkins Glen Office Franklin at Eight Street Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00
CHEMUNG CANAL TRUST COMPANY Montour Falls or Watkins Glen Office 303 W. Main Street Montour Falls, NY 14865 $4,000,000.00
TOMPKINS COUNTY TRUST COMPANY Main Street Odessa, NY 14869 $4,000,000.00
BATH NATIONAL BANK So. Franklin Street P&C Plaza Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00 VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 8 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: CONFORM TO "RULES OF PROCEDURE" BE IT RESOLVED, that the "Rules of Procedure", as adopted on January 13, 1992 to be effective January 13, 1992, and as amended, be conformed to. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 9 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003 BE IT RESOLVED, that James P. Coleman be appointed County Attorney for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 3
RESOLUTION NO. 10 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: APPOINTMENT - ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003 BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment by County Attorney, James P. Coleman of Dennis J. Morris as Assistant County Attorney for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 11 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: APPOINTMENT - CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003 BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment pursuant to County Law Section 501-5 by County Attorney, James P. Coleman of Barbara Klemann as Confidential Secretary to the County Attorney for the period commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 12A Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 12-2000 TO INCREASE THE STIPEND OF THE BUDGET OFFICER BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 12-2000 be amended to increase the stipend for the Budget Officer for the Year 2000 by $1,000 for a total of $2,000. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler thought the Budget Officer’s stipend would be increased by $1,000 each year for the next three years. He stated that the Legislature agreed to search for and hire an administrator whose job duties included the budget, however, the responsibility is still going to lie with the Treasurer even if the County Administrator takes over. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings and Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 12 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: APPOINTMENT - BUDGET OFFICER FOR 2000 – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that Nancy A. Peters be appointed Budget Officer for the year 2000 with a stipend of $2,000. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings and Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 13 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: APPOINTMENT - COUNTY AUDITOR FOR 2000 AND 2001 BE IT RESOLVED, that Gail M. Hughey be appointed County Auditor for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 14 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: APPOINTMENT - CHIEF VOTING MACHINE CUSTODIAN BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby acknowledges the appointment by the Elections Commissioners of David A. Stamp as the County's Chief Voting Machine Custodian for the year 2000. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 15 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: APPOINTMENT - CHIEF CORONER FOR 2000 BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature, upon the recommendation of the elected coroners, acknowledges and accepts the appointment of Blanche Borzell, M.D. as Chief Coroner for the year 2000, at an additional stipend of $1,000 for administrative duties to be paid quarterly at the rate of $250.00 per quarter. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 16 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER BE IT RESOLVED, that James E. Halpin be appointed Public Defender for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 17 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: APPOINTMENT – COUNTY HISTORIAN BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara Bell be appointed as County Historian for the year 2000. 4 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 18 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT – DEPUTY COUNTY TREASURER – 2000-2003 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature acknowledges the appointment by Nancy A. Peters, County Treasurer, of Patricia Bilinski as Deputy County Treasurer for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. (Term of County Treasurer). DISCUSSION: Legislator Young thanked the Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for an outstanding job in the last budget year and noted that they have been a fantastic support to the Legislature. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 19 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: SCHEDULE OF SALARIES FOR 2000 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 2000, as attached hereto, be adopted, effective January 1, 2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized and directed to pay the County employees according to the 2000 Salary Schedule. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 20A Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 20-2000 - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 20-2000 be amended to appoint Carl Taber and Phil Jacobus for terms commencing January 1, 2000 and ending December 31, 2002, and to further appoint Thomas Ryan to fill the vacant term of Terence Horgan effective January 1, 2000 and ending December 31, 2001. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings encouraged the Legislators to adhere to the past practice of the Legislature and approve the three applications that were forwarded to them from SCIDA (Carl Taber, Phil Jacobus and Tom Ryan). She also requested that Carl Taber and Phil Jacobus be appointed for the three-year terms and Tom Ryan to replace Terry Horgan’s term. Legislator Young asked the Chairman who he recommends be appointed to the IDA. Chairman Gifford recommended Carl Taber, Daryl Slusser, and John Prendergast. Legislator Larison feels that the Legislature should follow the rules that are in the Legislative package and that the Industrial Development Agency and the Chairman select the individuals. Legislator Marvel said he did some research and came across an unsigned, draft letter from David Merriweather to then-Chairman Angeline Franzese dated in 1994 which outlined the process for selecting members to the IDA. He was unable to find any relative information in the 1994 minutes for April or May. Nowhere is it written that this letter was approved by the SCIDA board, nor is there evidence that the Legislature followed through on their recommendations. The SCIDA board and Legislature have been following this procedure for the last 5 years. He recommends that the Legislature follow this practice again this year with the three names that were received from SCIDA and then clean up the legislative process before the next appointment. Legislator Marvel is not in agreement with the applications being submitted by the IDA’s deadline, he feels that the County should accept applications up until the Legislature makes an appointment. Legislator Young commented that there is nothing in SCIDA’s bylaws stating the recommendations come from them, it is a Legislative appointment. Legislator Marvel stated SCIDA’s intent was to include the letter in their bylaws, however, that never happened. Legislator Bleiler will go along with what the Chairman has selected and that is why he is not supporting the resolution. VOTE: Failed 3-5. Noes: Young, Bleiler, Larison, Bingell, and Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 20 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) BE IT RESOLVED, that Carl Taber and Daryl Slusser be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency for the term January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2002, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that John Prendergast be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency to fill the vacated term of Terence Horgan commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2001, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 5
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the original Certificates of Appointment be forwarded to the Department of State (Division of Miscellaneous Records) for filing. VOTE: Passed 8-0. NEW BUSINESS: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Bleiler discussed meeting dates for the future. He would like to consolidate the meetings and have one week of the month open. He would also like to submit his goals for everyone to think about. Legislator Young would like to see Terry Horgan part of the process for clarifying the IDA bylaws. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Robin D. Thoman, Acting Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 10, 2000
The January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Young and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer questioned the resolution halting the County Administrator. He asked why a feasibility study was never done if, for the last nine years the Legislature has studied the issue. Tom Ryan stated that he has attended these meetings longer than most Legislators that are currently present. Since the Local Law has been passed creating the County Administrator position, he has heard Legislators ask when they were going to study this issue. The citizens do not know if it is going to be a benefit to them or not. There is a court case coming up in March on this issue. If a county administrator is hired now and put on the payroll at $60,000 plus fringe benefits, minus the $6,000 that is being used to interview applicants, and the Legislature does not receive the right adjudication from the courts, that administrator could bring a suit against the Legislature for a breach of contract. He urged the Legislature not to spend money foolishly. Casey Creamer complained of an incident involving the Sheriff’s Department. He had called the Sheriff’s Department to report a strange acting skunk, after having read an article urging citizens to do so. The dispatcher that answered the call responded by stating he was not interested. Mr. Creamer felt that response was inappropriate. Legislator Hastings, Chairman of the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee, told Mr. Creamer that she would look into his concern. Mr. Creamer stated that sometime before the first of the year, he sent a message to Chairman Gifford through e-mail and he has not received an answer yet. Chairman Gifford stated he would respond as soon as he has the answers. 7:00 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 2000: Casey Creamer feels that all Legislator’s salaries are ridiculously low including the Chairman. He questions the wisdom of it. 7:15 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2000: Casey Creamer stated that it was not all that long ago that the Commissioner of Social Services was making less than $20,000 a year after being employed for over 20 years. He feels the Legislature is making some progress. Tom Ryan asked if the District Attorney’s secretary was part-time and the others were full-time. Chairman Gifford replied that was correct. 7:20 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2000: Tom Ryan asked if there were any increases in these salaries. Chairman Gifford stated that the District Attorney’s salary was increased from $33,000 to $40,000 and the Assistant District Attorney’s salary was increased from $20,000 to $22,500. 6 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RESOLUTION NO. 21 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 6, 1999 PUBLIC HEARING AND DECEMBER 13, 1999 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 6, 1999 Public Hearing and December 13, 1999 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 22 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH STATE OF NEW YORK FOR HOUSING OF STATE-READY INMATES - SHERIFF=S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Jail is interested in receiving the maximum reimbursement for the housing of state-ready inmates, and WHEREAS, monies are becoming available for counties to contract with the State of New York to house state-ready inmates, up to $100 per day based on expenses. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an ongoing contract with the State of New York for the housing of state-ready inmates, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 23 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 - SETTING THE SALARY FOR THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE FOR THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the Year 1999/Local Law No. 1 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 1 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000. Section 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT This Local Law in enacted pursuant to Sections 200 and 201 of the County Law for the purpose of setting the salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000. Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal year 2000, the annual salary of the Chairman of the Legislature will be $5,000. Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bingell feels that the Chairman should be worth more than $5,000. Legislator Larison stated that the Legislators work cheap enough and for the Chairman to work for less than the rest is ridiculous. Legislator Karius feels that if Chairman Gifford is in support of this, no one else should complain. Legislator Hastings stated that in this County, some of the Legislators work almost as hard as the Chairman does at doing their job and are certainly underpaid. She has always been under the impression that the Legislators run for office to fulfill their civic duty. Money or salary does not come into the picture. If an administrator comes on board, it will alleviate a lot of work for the Chairman. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 24 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 7
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING THE SALARY OF CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salaries of certain public officers for the year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 1999, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 4 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2000. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning retroactive to January 1, 2000. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: Personnel Officer $37,343 Deputy County Clerk $24,625 Secretary to the District Attorney $11.96 (18,097) Real Property Tax Agency Director $35,743 Commissioner of Social Services $45,760 County Highway Superintendent $41,184 Deputy County Highway Superintendent $37,370 Undersheriff $40,715 3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 25 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 - SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of 1997 set the salaries for the Sheriff and District Attorney for the Years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001, and WHEREAS, Local Law No. 4 of 1998 set the salaries for the Sheriff and District Attorney for the Year 1999 only, at higher salaries than set forth in Local Law No. 3 of 1997, and WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of 1997 needs to be amended to conform the salary prospectively set for 2000 and beyond with that actually to be paid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 1 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on February 14, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of 1997 setting the salaries of the Sheriff and the District Attorney. Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit: TITLE 1998 SALARY 1999 SALARY 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY Chairman of Legislature $10,000 $10,000 8 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Legislators 5,000 5,000 Sheriff 47,000 48,175 48,175 48,175 County Clerk 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000 District Attorney 32,000 34,700 40,000 40,000 Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 26 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING THE SALARY OF CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salaries of certain public officers for the year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 1999, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 5 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 5 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2000. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated retroactive to January 1, 2000. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: District Attorney $40,000 Assistant District Attorney $22,500 3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 27A Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 27-2000 - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 27-2000 be amended to change the salary of the Chairman from $5,000 to $10,000. DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison does not agree with the salary. He feels that they should continue with the salary of $10,000 for Chairman. Legislator Bleiler is concerned about the 30-day waiting period and asked Attorney Coleman what would happen if they changed the salary. Attorney Coleman stated the issue can be discussed since they are now within a term. County Law Section 201 would require this amendment to wait 45 days in the event of a permissive referendum. If the Legislature votes in favor of this amendment, the 45-day rule is in effect. Legislator Bleiler agrees that the salary should not be lowered, however, this has been discussed many times. The Chairman accepts this, and he is going to support the resolution as it is and not initiate the 45-day permissive referendum period. VOTE: Failed 2-6. Noes: Karius, Bleiler, Marvel, Bingell, Hastings and Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 27 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 - SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 1999 set the salary for the Chairman for the Years 2000 and 2001, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 9
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 2000 set the salary for the Chairman for the Year 2000 only, at a lower salary than set forth in Local Law No. 1 of 1999, and WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 1999 needs to be amended to conform the salary prospectively set for 2000 and beyond with that actually to be paid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on February 14, 2000 at 7:15 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 1 of 1999 setting the salary of the Chairman. Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit: TITLE 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY 2002 SALARY 2003 SALARY Chairman of Legislature $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 Legislators $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 County Treasurer $37,000 $38,000 $39,000 $40,000 Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 28 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF TEMPORARY CIVIL SERVICE CLERK – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL WHEREAS, the Civil Service Clerk has been on medical leave since December 21, 1999, and there is a need to fill this position temporarily, and WHEREAS, hiring for this temporary position will not be done until the Civil Service Clerk begins unpaid medical leave, thereby making funds available in account no. 1430.0100 to pay for said temporary position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Personnel Officer be authorized to hire a temporary Civil Service Clerk at the rate of $11.05 per hour for the duration of the leave of absence of the full- time Civil Service Clerk. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 29 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT APPLICATION FORM AND ALL RELATIVE REPORTS 2000-2001 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the LGRMIF grant application form, and all related form(s) and reports subject, if necessary, to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. The grant application is for MICROFILMING. The funds will be appropriated for Records Management to microfilm the proceedings of the Legislature and committee minutes and payroll records of the Treasurer’s Office. The amount of the grant is not to exceed $75,000. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 30 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR NEW YORK STATE ARCHIVE AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) WHEREAS, Schuyler County has several departments and works closely with agencies that are currently using GIS systems, seeking to expand their systems, or considering development of such systems, and WHEREAS, New York State has funds available through the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund which would allow the county to hire a consultant to perform a GIS Needs Assessment, and 10 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS a Needs Assessment will provide the County with the tools to maximize the use of information maintained within and between County Departments, and to develop strategic implementation strategies for the short and long term goals of a sustainable GIS, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County, as grantee for this project, will solicit the involvement of the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District, Schuyler County Real Property Tax Agency and Schuyler County Planning and Community Development Educator, to assist with implementation of this project, and WHEREAS, the County recognizes the benefits of the GIS as an important decision-making and data- management tool. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign any and all documents related to the New York State Archive and Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Grant for a Geographical Information System Needs Assessment as described above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if SCOPED was also working on a GIS grant. Chairman Gifford stated this is the grant that SCOPED is working on. Brian Williams stated this grant would be for a needs analysis for Schuyler County as well as all municipalities and SCOPED. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 31 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN 2000 APPROPRIATIONS AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS – CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee that the 2000 appropriation for the Chamber of Commerce be increased by $5,000, in order for them to meet the increase demand on their office, and to become more of a business promotion agency than just a tourism promotion agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,000 from Contingency Account No. 1990.5 to Publicity account no. 6410.558-Chamber of Commerce, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the Chamber of Commerce for the year 2000 for tourism/business promotion and related activities in the amount of $40,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked what it means to be a business promotion agent. It is her impression that is what SCOPED is doing. Chairman Gifford replied that SCOPED is an economic development agency. Legislator Marvel reported a business promotion agent promotes businesses that are already in business and solicits new businesses into the area. The Chamber needs this money to get out and try to find new businesses in order to bring more sales tax into the county. Legislator Young asked about the recent increase in the room tax for Bed and Breakfast establishments. Legislator Marvel stated, by law, that money is only to be used for tourism. Only a 5% administrative fee goes to the county. Legislator Young asked if there were matching funds from the state. As Legislator Marvel understands it, the only way to get matching funds is through a tourism promotion agency. Legislator Hastings stated there is a greater need for the Chamber to have more funds. Their responsibilities have grown and although they have used some of the money from the County for matching funds in the past, hopefully this year they will not have to. Legislator Larison finds it strange that they are going to do this for an outside agency when they are trying to get more help for county departments and have not been able to do that. Legislator Marvel replied that if the Legislature looks at what the Chamber does for this County, what they bring in to the County, and look at the sales tax side of it, they need to be looked at differently. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 32 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE REVIEW PROCESS FOR ISSUANCE OF FUNDS UNDER THE SMALL CITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 11
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has received a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant of $600,000 for housing rehabilitation on behalf of the Towns of Tyrone, Catharine and Hector, and WHEREAS, the guidelines of the grant require the county shall act as a flow-through for all bills and grant monies. It is understood that grant funds are to be made available by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee that there be a review process for payment of funds under this program, and WHEREAS, Bishop Sheen will prepare all vouchers for payment, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place prior to submission to the county for payment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature direct the County Auditor and County Treasurer review and approve all documentation submitted by Bishop Sheen to the County for payment under the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 33 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF SCHUYLER COUNTY APPLICATIONS FOR THE HOME PROGRAM AND SENIOR SURVEY UNDER FY99 HUD FUNDING BY BISHOP SHEEN ECUMENICAL HOUSING WHEREAS, since Schuyler County has qualified for a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant of $600,000 for housing rehabilitation, the County has increased opportunities to apply for additional grant funding, and WHEREAS, HUD provides, through the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), grants via the HOME Program, a program for moderate rehabilitation of owner-occupied homes with a potential to serve the entire county, and WHEREAS, HUD also provides funding for seniors’ housing needs and the Schuyler County Office for the Aging is willing to be a lead agent on this survey, and WHEREAS, Bishop Sheen has the staffing and expertise to apply for these funds on behalf of Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, there is a tremendous need in Schuyler County, for both the HOME Program and Senior Survey. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing to apply for funds through the HOME Program and Senior Survey on behalf of Schuyler County, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the County’s applications as described above. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 34 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE ESTABLISHMENT OF ACCOUNT IN ANTICIPATION OF RECEIVING FUNDS UNDER THE EDGE EDUCATION FOR GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT GRANT – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services’ employment unit has applied for and anticipates receiving funds under the EDGE Education for Gainful Employment initiative in the amount of $15,000, and WHEREAS, the Department expects to receive notification of approval in January, and WHEREAS, to avoid delay in accessing these funds the Department would like to establish an appropriate account, and WHEREAS, the funds will flow from New York State through SCT BOCES incurring a 10% administrative cost. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to establish the following accounts: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION $13,524 6010.591 EDGE $13,524 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration 12 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 35 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE SEASONAL RATES FOR MARINA WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee of this Legislature has approved and submitted to this Legislature Schamel Brothers' proposed Rate Schedule for its consideration and approval, and WHEREAS, this Legislature has considered and concurs with the Public Works Committee's recommendation to accept the proposed rates. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approves the following as the Village Marina's 2000 Seasonal Rate Schedule for its 145 available slips: 2000 RATES DOCK WIDTH AMT PER FOOT MINIMUM WATER & ELECTRICITY 8' wide $28.00 $850.00 $100.00 10' wide 29.00 850.00 100.00 12' wide 30.00 850.00 100.00 14' wide 31.00 900.00 100.00 16' wide 32.00 900.00 100.00 20 amp Service $100.00 30 amp Service $150.00 Dry Docking w/unlimited use of launch ramp $400.00 2000 TRANSIENT DOCK NO. ELECT. W/30 AMP HOOK-UP Per hour $ 2.00 ---- Per day 25.00 $ 30.00 Per week 120.00 138.00 Per month 450.00 500.00 LAUNCHING RAMP FEES $4.00 per Launch - tenants free $35.00 October 31 - March 1st w/unlimited use TRUCK CRANE Seasonal Tenants $60.00 each time plus tax Non-Tenants $70.00 each time plus tax WINTER STORAGE RATES AT THE DOCK: $15.00 per foot (use of bubbler system is allowed with electrical charges billed additionally) ON LAND: $8.00 per foot HAULING OUT: $3.50 per foot each way PUMP OUT: $3.00 per pump for tenants; $4.00 per pump for non-tenants TRAILER/CRADLE FEE: Minimum of $25.00 includes handling and storage VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 36 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH YOUTH BUREAU FOR 2000 – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau is interested in renting the large suite on the top floor of the Rural Urban Center, and WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee has agreed to the annual rental fee of $7,992 for this suite. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the aforementioned lease agreement for the year 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 37 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 13
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT OF PURCHASING AGENT WHEREAS, effective January 17, 2000 the position of Purchasing Agent will be vacant, and WHEREAS, a vacancy in this position would severely affect the operations of the departments and the cost of materials/supplies to the county, and WHEREAS, it is desirable to have the new person work with the current Purchasing Agent for one week prior to his departure for training purposes and Civil Service Law permits a training position up to two weeks without creating a new position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Lisa Bennett be appointed as Purchasing Agent at an annual salary of $26,000 for the term January 17, 2000 through December 31, 2003, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the qualified applicant work in the position of Purchasing Agent Trainee for the period January 10-14, 2000 at the aforementioned salary for training purposes. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings feels Lisa Bennett will do a marvelous job, however, she questioned whether they were required by law to advertise the job. Doris Craig, Personnel Officer, stated they do not if they promote from within the County. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 38 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE ESTABLISHMENT OF ACCOUNT FOR THE BUILDING INDEPENDENCE FOR THE LONG TERM (BILT) GRANT – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has applied for and been awarded a $60,000 grant under the BILT (Building Independence for the Long Term) initiative through the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, and WHEREAS, the Department intends to use these funds to provide enhanced case management and supportive services to improve our clients’ ability to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through employment, and WHEREAS, these services will be provided through a combination of purchase of service agreements with existing service providers, additional hours of paid time for department staff willing to accept assignment to this special project beyond their normal work hours, and the establishment of a network of volunteer mentors to allow the project to continue beyond the grant funded period. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to establish the following accounts to facilitate the implementation of the BILT grant by increasing appropriations and revenues as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION $16,500 6010.131 Personal Service – Overtime $ 6,000 6010.135 Personal Service – On Call $30,000 6010.312 BILT Contractual $ 7,500 Various Fringe Benefits $60,000 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 39 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board for the terms as set forth below: Rory Miller Farmer representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03 Wendell Learn Farmer representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03 Ben Dickens Farm Bureau representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03 Delmar Bleiler Legislator 1/1/00 – 12/31/01 Doris Karius Legislator 1/1/00 – 12/31/01 Tim Cullenen Director of Planning Ex-Officio VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 40 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. 14 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – AUDITING COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Auditing Committee for the terms as set forth below: Patricia L. Hastings 1/1/00 – 12/31/02 Jerold D. Marvel 1/1/00 – 12/31/02 Sharon S. Bingell 1/1/00 – 12/31/03 Delmar F. Bleiler 1/1/00 – 12/31/01 Thomas M. Gifford 1/1/00 – 12/31/02 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 41 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO-YEAR APPOINTMENTS BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the below boards, committees, agencies, for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001, to wit: BARGAINING UNIT COMMITTEES Thomas M. Gifford Chairman of the Legislature Delmar F. Bleiler Chairman, Management & Finance Committee Glenn R. Larison Chairman, Public Works Committee Patricia L. Hastings Chair, Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee Gail M. Hughey Clerk of the Legislature Doris J. Craig Personnel Officer
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jerold D. Marvel
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE Glenn R. Larison
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL Amelia Cornish Town of Montour George Bulin Town of Reading Ellen Dickinson Trumansburg Central School Andy Clark Watkins Glen Central School Rick Matthews Odessa-Montour Central School Ruth S. Young Legislature
FINGER LAKES ASSOCIATION Jerold D. Marvel
FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BOARD Wayne Dimmick Sportsman Glenn R. Larison Legislator Delmar F. Bleiler Legislator Alternate
HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Doris L. Karius
LAW LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Delmar F. Bleiler
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HUMAN SERVICES BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ruth S.Young
OFFICE FOR THE AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL Sharon S. Bingell Legislator Thomas M. Gifford Chairman of the Legislature
PLANNING COMMISSION Lou Dickinson Town of Cayuta Walter Andrews Town of Orange Harry Morgan Town of Reading Patricia Lisk Village of Odessa Stephen Miller Industry
QUEEN CATHARINE STEERING COMMITTEE Ruth S. Young
RSVP ADVISORY COUNCIL Ruth S. Young
SCHUYLER HEADSTART BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ruth S. Young
SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD Thomas M. Gifford Legislature Ruth S. Young Legislature Jerold D. Marvel Legislature Charles Fausold Planning Charles Franzese Regional Environmental Rep. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 42 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENTS BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the below boards, committees, agencies, for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, to wit: CHILD CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL Ruth S. Young
FIRE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD Mike McClernon/Time Hudson – Beaver Dams Jason Kelly/Curt Connelly – Burdett Richard Robertson/William Ward – Mecklenburg Ron Ames, Jr./Larry States – Monterey Paul Cartwright/Mike Barr – Montour Falls Robert Franklin/Todd Thoman – Odessa Eric Anderson/Al Buckland – Tyrone Tim Wickham/Mike Hicks – Valois-Logan-Hector Kirk Smith/Jim Specchio – Watkins Glen Patricia L. Hastings, Legislator
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SCOPED BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jerold D. Marvel Thomas M. Gifford
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Doris L. Karius Glenn R. Larison VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 43 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – FOREST PRACTICE BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Forest Practice Board for the terms as set forth below: Brian Knox 1/1/00 – 12/31/02 Glenn R. Larison 1/1/00 – 12/31/01 VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 44 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of Sharon S. Bingell to the Health Services Advisory Board for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 45 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of Paul Titus, Anthony Fraboni and Juan Rey to the Workforce Development Board for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 46 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 15-98/APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY WHEREAS, Resolution No. 15-98 erroneously appointed Carl Taber to a three-year term, when in fact it should have been for a two-year term. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 15-98 be amended to reflect Carl Taber’s appointment ending December 31, 1999. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 47 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION HALTING COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR HIRING AND AUTHORIZE PROCEEDING WITH FEASIBILITY STUDY - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature stop and desist from hiring a County Administrator until such a time as a financial feasibility study has been done which would indicate that such a position would indeed be the best answer to improve the county’s management, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a professional study be done to investigate the county’s organizational needs and present alternatives to remedy them. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler thinks that a study is needed. When he was elected in 1997, he was told that this all was studied, however, this study has never been found. He has always maintained that they should have this information to benefit the County. Legislator Hastings apologized that this information is not available to Legislator Bleiler. She understands the Clerk provided copies of the CGR Report to all Legislators. She further reported the League of Women Voters and Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board have studied the issue. The committee at that time worked diligently studying many different programs/situations. There were many public informational meetings that included taxpayers of the county, CEOs, CPAs, bank workers, PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 17 administrators, etc. There has been a tremendous amount of work done in the past. To do another study, after just finishing a study, and considering that much of what was suggested through that report has not been considered yet, would be a waste of resources. In the CGR report there was a reference to a county administration, it has reached a point where the County either does it or does not do it. She realizes that Legislators make commitments to their constituents and she feels that this is just one more ploy to stall. For the County to spend $20,000 on another study is ridiculous. If this Legislature cares about this County at all, it must go forward. She is hoping that they all see clear that this is what the County needs and work with the individual to see this County go where it needs to go. Legislator Larison stated it was not a little group of people that voted against it four years ago. This Legislature said that they would do a study last year, and that has not been done. There are thirteen counties that do not have an administrator, and they have larger budgets than Schuyler County. He does not know what the studies have shown and he still has questions. This does not mean he is against it, he just is not sure. He feels that a professional study needs to be done, like the Legislature agreed last February. Then it can stand or fall based on the study. Legislator Karius replied that the Legislature has really become the comedy of errors. There are a lot of people who agree that the county needs an administrator. The Farm Bureau is in support of it. She has had a lot of people stop in her office and express support for the position. Legislator Bingell feels a professional study is needed to find out what the special strengths and weaknesses are. She has spoken with a lot of people in the County and everyone has an idea of what the administrator should do. If a study says that an administrator would be the best for this County, she would support it heart and soul. Legislator Marvel is familiar with a great deal of the studies that Legislator Hastings has spoken about. A lot of professional organizations have recommended that the county have a County Administrator. Having been a small business owner and struggling to make the business grow, he knows from experience someone is needed to ask questions and head it up. He is not in favor of further study. Legislator Young commented this has been a long and tedious process and unfortunately there is probably no good solution yet. She feels the best possible solution would be to bring in an expert for a cost benefit analysis to see what the position should look like. With all due respect to the committee that put together the job description, she has yet to see an administrator that feels the world would be better without another administrator. Steuben County has an administrator and they still do not have 911. The City of Corning has a manager and they have a sewer system that is out of control. She is concerned that there is too much expectation among people who are desirous to have this position. She is very apprehensive about how this came about. Just two years after the people overwhelmingly said no, this Legislature brings it up again. She would not be representing people of her district if she voted for this. VOTE: Failed 4-4. Noes: Hastings, Karius, Marvel, and Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 48 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE ONE (1) RESOLUTION BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) resolution be brought to the floor. DISCUSSION: County Attorney Coleman stated for the record that he has no recommendation on this emergency resolution because Boyle is his sister. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 49 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - BOYLE WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a relevied school tax amount of $1,220.89 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 64.8-3-1 in the Town of Reading, Village of Watkins Glen, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. 18 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect relevy amount of $1,220.89 for parcel 64.8-3-1 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $832.85 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer noted that the Legislators that voted against a County Administrator, voted against halting the hiring of a County Administrator tonight. He feels those Legislators should have abstained if they were voting on a subject that they have no information about. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Young reminded Legislators of upcoming events. January 21-22, 2000 is the Second Day of Dialog at Corning Community College. February 12, 2000, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tompkins Community Action will have an Energy Opportunities seminar. She also called attention to an article about Stoner Horey, Steuben County Chairman, in the Corning Leader and how she was impressed with his statement on economic development. She is concerned about the Health Care Reform Act of 2000 that was just passed and what a tremendous problem this means for Schuyler County. She feels they need to put together a resolution and oppose this Act. Legislator Bleiler reported a majority of this Legislature had dinner with CASA advocates tonight. He commented on the article in the Star Gazette regarding the welfare situation with the Mobile Work Crew. He is very proud to be part of this County and to see good things in the paper. Legislator Bleiler announced the search committee for the County Administrator will be meeting with one candidate this week and one candidate next week. Legislator Marvel reported National Health Care Corporation is moving in and there is a lot of activity going on and, hopefully, will be hiring soon. The $600,000 HUD grant is also moving along. The Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Robin D. Thoman, Acting Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING JANUARY 18, 2000
The Public Hearing on Agricultural District #3 was called to order by Chairman Gifford at 7:00 p.m. in the Rural Urban Center Auditorium. All Legislators were present except Legislator Hastings who was excused. Chairman Gifford then introduced Ben Dickens, Chairman of the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, who gave a brief overview of the proposed agricultural district. Mr. Dickens explained that the purpose of this meeting is to ensure that all interested property owners in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour have been included in the district. He noted that a few property owners have asked not to be included as part of the district. Mr. Dickens explained that there are forms to be completed for inclusion or exclusion within the agricultural district. There is no tax advantage to being a part of the district, and there is still the ability to have the agricultural exemption whether or not a property owner is within the district. If a property owner is part of a district, they have protection from complaints or lawsuits from neighbors, as long as what is being done is normal farming practice. The purpose of an agricultural district is to preserve as much viable farmland as possible, and to promote open space and agricultural land. Charlie Fausold, Director of Cornell Cooperative Extension, explained that if a person were to buy land within a district, they are notified that they are within an agricultural district and can expect odor, slow moving traffic, etc. It was noted that agricultural districts do not restrict development, but allow for sufficient review to make sure the agricultural environment is maintained. Mr. Fausold said that in Agricultural District 2, they are going through with this for the water/sewer extension project. There has to be a report on the affects of this project on agricultural. Elaine Dalrymple, Soil and Water Conservation District, noted that if a water/sewer line PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 19 raises property value, farmers only get assessed for the hook-up to their house, not for pipes going through their fields, etc. Wayne Maphis asked what the disadvantages are of having an agricultural district? Mr. Dickens said none really, except that there is an eight-year time frame for review. Once the district is created, an owner can only come in or out at that eight-year time line. They are in the process of having an Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan developed for Schuyler County and one of the issues will be leasing development rights, if feasible. Mr. Fausold reported that the county’s first efforts with Agricultural District 1 created in 1995 have been very successful, there have been no problems. Elaine Dalrymple said that realtors have shared with her that agricultural districts are a marketing tool for them, it works as a positive tool. Bob Chadeayne, Farm Bureau President, said the Farm Bureau has long supported the efforts of agriculture in Schuyler County. They were involved and supportive in all three agricultural districts. The Farm Bureau sees this as a valuable tool to protect and preserve the highest yield and productivity of farm land and to protect the farmers. It also gives protection against toxic dumps or other activities that take large chunks of land. The county does not have a large vast of productive land, and what there is needs to be protected. The Farm Bureau encourages the Legislature to enact this agricultural district. Mr. Fausold explained that the process started with petitions signed by landowners in the proposed district consisting of at least 10% of the population. This happened over the course of the Spring/Summer. In August, they met with the Town Boards. This Fall there was a 30-day comment period and all of the areas were identified with the help of the Soil & Water Conservation District. Then the proposal was referred to the Agricultural & Farmland Protection Board and the County Planning Commission. During that process, one property owner, some state and federal land and a proposed gravel site came out of the proposed district. This proposal will now go to the Legislature for consideration at its March meeting. After that, it gets sent off to the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. If there are no changes, the district will go into effect at that point. If there are any changes made, another public hearing will have to be held to review the changes. The Public Hearing adjourned at 7:18 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 2000
The February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Karius and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 – SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY: None. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 – SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN: None. RESOLUTION NO. 50 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 14, 1999 PUBLIC HEARING, DECEMBER 14, 1999 SPECIAL MEETING, DECEMBER 29, 1999 YEAR END MEETING, JANUARY 3, 2000 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AND JANUARY 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 14, 1999 Public Hearing, December 14, 1999 Special Meeting, December 29, 1999 Year End Meeting, January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting and January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 51 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR MATERIAL BIDS FOR THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT FOR 2000 20 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 103 of General Municipal Law, all purchase contracts involving an expenditure of more than $ 10,000 and all contracts for public works involving an expenditure of more than $20,000 shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder after advertising for sealed bids in the manner provided by this section. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Highway Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids for materials and supplies for 2000 and/or participate with the State of New York in its bids, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, as in the past, the Towns and Villages of Schuyler County so authorized by County Resolution be allowed to participate in said bids. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 52 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE STATE OF NEW YORK FOR A SPEED STUDY/REDUCTION FOR COUNTY ROUTE 14/BEARDSLEY HOLLOW – HIGHWAY WHEREAS, as per New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 1622.1, speed limits are set on all State, County, and Town Roads by the New York State Department of Transportation, and WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee has agreed that a request to the New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a speed zone survey on County Route 14/Beardlsey Hollow, would be in the best interest of the county, and WHEREAS, there has been a significant increase in residential housing, small businesses, truck traffic, slow moving farm machinery, and the limited sight distance at intersections that have led to increased safety concerns on this section of county road. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to proceed with a request to the New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a speed zone survey for County Road 14 in the Town of Catharine. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 53 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF PROPERTY FOR BIDDING – HECTOR GRAVEL PIT WHEREAS, there is a large parcel of county-owned property in the Town of Hector, referred to as Searsburg Pit, which is no longer of any use to the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee have agreed that it would be beneficial to sell this unused portion by public bid in accordance with County Law Section 215, and put it back on the tax rolls, and WHEREAS, the Highway Department would keep a small parcel on Railroad Drive which is still producing good gravel, that is used for driveways and shoulders on the west side of the county. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to proceed, along with the Real Property Tax Department, in coming up with a description sufficient to put this unused property up for public bid. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 54 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS, INC. – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the Office of Emergency Management has three generators, one at Terry Hill, one at the Dispatch Center and one at the County Highway Department and this equipment needs to be maintained for the safety of the citizens of the county, and WHEREAS, the other maintenance agreements have expired and it is determined to be cost effective to have the maintenance agreement with this company for all three generators. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a maintenance agreement with Emergency Power Systems, Inc. to provide maintenance and service for three generators, for a period of one year, at a total cost of $900.00; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 21
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 55 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE RENEWAL CONTRACT WITH CALGOR – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department has been contracting with Calgor for Jail Administrative Services on a year to year basis since 1994, and WHEREAS, Calgor wishes at this time to contract for only a six-month period. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Calgor for Jail Administrative Services for the period January 1, 2000 to June 30, 2000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 56 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND PURCHASE OF VEHICLE – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Sheriff is in receipt of $11,233.50 for a vehicle that was totaled in an accident, and WHEREAS, the Sheriff has monies available in his Maintenance of Vehicles account to add to the insurance monies in order to purchase a new vehicle, and WHEREAS, for the purpose of maintaining improved fixed assets records, it is recommended that vehicles purchased by the Sheriff’s Department be appropriated in an equipment account versus a contractual account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $9,660.50 from Sheriff account no. 3110.444 to account no. 3110.204, and be further directed to deposit the received insurance monies into account no. 3110.204, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Sheriff be hereby authorized to purchase a new patrol vehicle. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 57 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: APPROVAL OF ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION PLAN 2000 WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice Advisory Council has submitted its Program Plan and Budget for the year 2000, and WHEREAS, the said Plan and Budget have been reviewed and both appear to be in order, and WHEREAS, the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee has met and recommended approval of said plan and budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the year 2000 Criminal Justice Advisory Plan and Budget be hereby approved by the Schuyler County Legislature, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Criminal Justice Advisory Council submit the same to the New York State Division of Probation and Correctional Alternatives for approval. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 58 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT (JAIBG) – PROBATION WHEREAS, this Legislature authorized the County of Schuyler to apply for and accept grant funds dealing with the juvenile population, a program which would make said segment accountable for their actions during the year 2000-2001, and WHEREAS, the committee that was convened has now prepared the Grant and all appears to be in order, and the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee has approved the Grant and recommended the Chairman to sign. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the JAIBG Grant and submit the same to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. 22 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WITHDRAWN RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 82-98 – CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES FOR 1998 – DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, Resolution No. 82-98 authorized a contract for legal services for the year 1998 and 1999 at a monthly payment of $708.33, or an annual total of $8,500, and in said contract the Attorney was eligible for an additional $2,000 upon completion of any special assignments given by the District Attorney, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney has requested an increase in monthly payments made under the contract to $1,208.34 per month, said increase approved and in the 2000 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with John C.T. Hayes for legal services for the District Attorney’s Office for the year 2000 at a monthly payment of $1,208.34, or an annual total of $14,500; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. RESOLUTION NO. 59 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH THE FALLS HOME CARE AGENCY, FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 366-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and the Falls Home Care Agency, for Home Health Care Services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with the Falls Home Care Agency; to provide home health services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at the rates listed below, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. Registered Nurse $25.00/hour Registered Nurse for High-technology case $32.50/hour Licensed Practical Nurse $21.25/hour Home Health Aide $13.50/hour Personal Care Aide $12.75/hour VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 60 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH HOMEMAKERS OF WESTERN NEW YORK, FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 485-98 authorized a contract between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Homemakers of Western New York, for Home Health Care Services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Homemakers of Western New York; to provide home health services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at the rates listed below, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. Registered Nurse $25.00/hour Registered Nurse for High-technology case $32.50/hour Licensed Practical Nurse $21.25/hour Home Health Aide $13.50/hour Personal Care Aide $12.75/hour VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 61 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH MILLER ASSOCIATES FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 411-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Miller Associates, for Home Health Therapy Services, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 23
WHEREAS, the rate for Occupational Therapy will remain at $42.00 per hour and the rate for speech and physical therapy will increase to $42.00 per hour for calendar year 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Miller Associates; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 412-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital, for Home Health Therapy Services. WHEREAS, in the prior contract, the contractor was paid hourly plus travel, and it is desirous to consolidate this into an hourly rate of $42.00 per hour. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Schuyler Hospital; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. RESOLUTION NO. 62 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 412-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital, for Home Health Therapy Services, and WHEREAS, in the prior contract, the contractor was paid hourly plus travel, and it is desirous to consolidate this into an hourly rate of $42.00 per hour. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Schuyler Hospital; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 63 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH PRISCILLA SMITH TO PROVIDE SEIT (SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHER) SERVICES FOR THE PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM – PUBLIC HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Priscilla Smith; to provide services to preschool handicapped children under Section 4410 of the Education Law from 1/1/2000 through 6/30/2000, at a rate to be set by the NYS Education Department; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 64 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 327-99 FOR THE EARLY INTERVENTION/ CHILD FIND/CSHCN 10/1/99 - 9/30/2000 PROGRAM GRANT TO REFLECT THE ADDITION OF THE CSHCN FUNDS – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 327-99 to renew Early Intervention (EI) Administration /Child Find/ Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) from October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, and WHEREAS, the addition of $20,000 was added for the CSHCN portion. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the 1999-2000 EI/Child Find/CSHCN budget be amended for the period 10/1/99 - 9/30/2000 as follows: $30,800 to account no. 4010.100-4061 – Personal Service 24 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
$ 7,586 to account no. 4010.200-4061 – Equipment $ 6,275 to account no. 4010.400-4061 – Contractual Expense $10,657 to account no. 4010.489-4061 – Fringe Benefits $55,318 TOTAL EXPENSES $55,318 to grant revenue account no. 4010-4461-4061 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 65 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC. – PUBLIC HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Ikon Office Solutions from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at a rate of $125.00; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 66 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH BOLDER COMPUTER SOLUTIONS FOR COMPUTER SERVICES – PUBLIC HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dennis Pierce of Bolder Computer Solutions for computer services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $4,200; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 67 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH BOLDER COMPUTER SOLUTIONS FOR COMPUTER SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dennis Pierce of Bolder Computer Solutions for computer services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $4,200; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 68 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH KYUNG CHUN, MD – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Kyung Chun, MD, for psychiatric consultation services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed a total of $84,000 for all consulting psychiatrists; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 69 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH VENKATA SATTI, MD AND SAVITHRI SATTI, MD – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Venkata Satti, MD, and Savithri Satti, MD for psychiatric consultation services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed a total of $84,000 for all consulting psychiatrists; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 70 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH NEXT CENTURY SOFTWARE – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 25 and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Next Century Software for maintenance of the software billing program effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $1,320; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 71 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH CHEMUNG COUNTY FOR CRISIS SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Chemung County for after hours emergency/crisis services effective 1/1/1999 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $6,000 annually; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 72 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO 1999 AGREEMENT WITH FINGER LAKES ALCOHOLISM COUNSELING AND REFERRAL SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has approved additional funding for the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA), the following agreement and budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature is authorized to sign, an amendment to the 1999 agreement with FLACRA; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 1999 County budget accordingly as follows: State Aid Revenue 4322.3490 + $17,747 FLACRA 4322.0336 + $17,747 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 73 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Supervising Social Worker position has been vacant for longer than 90 days, which requires Legislative approval to fill and is included in the year 2000 County Budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is authorized to advertise and fill the Supervising Social Worker position in the Mental Health Department, effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 74 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: BENEFITS FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY EMPLOYEES NOT COVERED BY A BARGAINING AGREEMENT WHEREAS, since there has been no successor contract signed for the year 2000 for the CSEA Administrative Unit and Highway Unit the terms of the previous contract continue, and WHEREAS, the County provides the same benefits for employees not covered by a contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that all Schuyler County Employees not covered by a bargaining agreement, except those in the Sheriff’s and Highway Departments, shall receive the employee benefits provided in the Administrative Unit Contract in all matters not otherwise resolved, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Employees not covered by a bargaining agreement within the Sheriff’s and Highway Department shall receive the employee benefits provided under the respective departmental union contracts in all matters not otherwise resolved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 75 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: ADOPT AMENDED MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN DATED JANUARY 19, 2000 26 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, a Management and Finance Sub-Committee was formed to review and make alterations to the Management/Confidential Salary Plan, and WHEREAS, said Committee has completed its task and recommends adoption of the revised Management/Confidential Salary Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan dated January 19, 2000 as attached hereto, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said Amended Plan become effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 76 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: AMEND 2000 SALARY SCHEDULE AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WHEREAS, salary/promotion steps for the Highway Department were erroneously omitted from the adopted 2000 Salary Schedule. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 2000, as attached hereto, be amended effective immediately, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized and directed to pay the county employees according to the 2000 Salary Schedule and make any necessary transfers within accounts to cover said increases. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 77 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison. RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 – SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 3 of 1997 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held February 14, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 1 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of 1997 setting the salaries of the Sheriff and the District Attorney. Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit: TITLE 1998 SALARY 1999 SALARY 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY Chairman of Legislature $10,000 $10,000 Legislators 5,000 5,000 Sheriff 47,000 48,175 48,175 48,175 County Clerk 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000 District Attorney 32,000 34,700 40,000 40,000 Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 78 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bleiler. RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 – SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 1 of 1999 was heretofore introduced and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 27 appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held February 14, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 3 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 1 of 1999 setting the salary of the Chairman. Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit: TITLE 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY 2002 SALARY 2003 SALARY Chairman of Legislature $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 Legislators $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 County Treasurer $37,000 $38,000 $39,000 $40,000 Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 79 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR PROPERTY/CASUALTY INSURANCES FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER WHEREAS, the County issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for its property/casualty insurance program, and WHEREAS, the County entered into a contract with Perry & Carroll, Inc., for consultant services relative to the RFP process, and WHEREAS, proposals were due December 22, 1999 and four (4) proposals were received, and WHEREAS, the insurance consultant has analyzed the proposals and recommends that the County accept the proposal from E.C. Cooper, Inc., the Gulf/Kemper proposal, and WHEREAS, implementing the consultant’s recommendation will save the county a substantial amount of money and also provide the County with improved insurance coverage overall. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of Perry & Carroll, Inc., this Legislature hereby accept the Gulf/Kemper proposal received from E.C. Cooper, Inc., for property/casualty insurance coverage, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman and Clerk of the Legislature be authorized to execute any necessary documents to effectuate the change in coverage immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 80 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE AMENDED FACTOR RATING CHART FOR INCLUSION INTO THE AMENDED MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN WHEREAS, the Legislature approved grade adjustments for the following positions which were recommended by Michael Krusen as a result of a study he conducted, and WHEREAS, the factor rating numbers need to be amended to reflect the new grades previously approved by the Legislature. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby amend Page 15 - Factor Rating Chart, as per attached, of the Management/Confidential Salary Plan as Amended Dated January 19, 2000 adopted February 14, 2000. FACTOR RATING CHART 28 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
I II III IV V VI VII
TITLES Account Complex Ind.Judg Imp Prog Scope Supv. E & E TOTAL GRADE
Administrative Officer 56 90 80 40 48 40 70 424 D
Assistant Coordinator Computer Serv 84 84 72 72 64 0 60 436 E
Bldg Maint Supervisor 120 112 96 72 48 40 60 548 F
Bldg Maint Supervisor Dpty 42 56 48 48 32 50 60 336 C
Clerk –Board of Elections 28 28 24 72 32 0 30 214 B
Clerk of Legislature 100 100 90 60 64 60 90 564 F
Comm. of Social Services 145 145 125 125 85 90 90 805 J
Conf. Secy -- Co Atty. 41 56 42 40 28 0 60 267 B
Conf Secy -- Dist. Atty 40 45 35 24 20 0 40 204 B
Deputy Clerk – Legislature 80 74 64 41 39 47 60 405 D
Deputy Comm. Social Services 112 112 96 72 64 60 70 586 G
Deputy County Clerk 56 60 56 48 16 20 60 316 C
Deputy Highway Supt. 84 84 72 72 48 60 90 510 F
Deputy Emergency Service 28 84 24 45 20 00 40 244 B
Deputy Treasurer 84 84 72 48 32 20 60 400 D
Dir Comm Serv/PH Dir. 150 140 135 135 100 90 130 880 K
Dir Emergency Service 100 100 72 72 32 20 60 456 E
Director OFA 112 70 56 72 65 48 80 503 F
Dir Pat. Serv/Supv PH Nurse 120 112 96 108 72 60 90 658 H
Director Real Property 84 84 72 96 80 30 80 526 F
Dir. Weights and Measures 84 40 48 48 32 0 50 302 C
Youth Services Planner 101 90 68 61 56 31 80 487 E
Personnel Officer 140 140 96 72 80 80 70 678 H
Personnel Assistant 28 84 72 24 32 20 70 330 C
Highway Superintendent 140 150 120 120 80 60 100 770 I
Pers. Secy. To Leg. 40 40 44 32 27 0 60 243 B
Probation Dir. 140 112 96 72 80 80 80 660 H
Undersheriff 112 112 72 72 48 40 70 526 F
Watershed Inspector 70 70 70 70 48 20 70 418 D
Veteran's Services, Dir. 84 40 48 48 32 0 70 322 C PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 29
Purchasing Agent 56 56 72 72 32 0 70 358 D
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 81 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FOR BUDGET OFFICER STIPEND WHEREAS, at the January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting the appointment of the Budget Officer was made and a stipend of $2,000 was established, thereby creating a deficiency in the Budget Officer’s personal services budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $2,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Budget account no. 1340.100. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 82 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - PERRY WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a relevied school tax amount of $442.57 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 39.15-1-29 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(h) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect relevy amount of $442.57 for parcel 39.15-1-29 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $463.40 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/ Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 83 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - BIEHL WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax law (RPTL) alleging that a Veterans Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 49.15-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $1317.94 for parcel 49.15-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $1254.16 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $47.12 and to County Treasurer by $16.66, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 84 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - THOMPSON WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 30.-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and 30 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $697.30 for parcel 30.-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $415.17 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount due Supervisor by $208.43 and amount due County Treasurer by $73.70, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 85 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - CRANE WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 51.-1-3.1 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $556.93 for parcel 51.-1-3.1 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $307.55 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount due Supervisor by $184.23 and the amount due the County Treasurer by $65.15, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked why the hearings were being held in two different places. Legislator Marvel explained that it was to attract more people. Legislator Young also asked what a consolidated effort was. Brian Williams, SCOPED Grant Writer, explained that it is a joint effort and it allows the county to apply for one million in grant funds. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 86 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT – PROVIDE DATA COLLECTION AND VALUATION SERVICES TO THE TOWN OF ORANGE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with the Town of Orange for the County’s Real Property Tax Office to provide data collection and valuation services in support of the town’s 2001 reassessment project, beginning on or about April 3, 2000, for a fixed sum of $16,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF AND APPOINTMENT TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby creates the Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee, to be comprised of representatives of county, town and village government, in order to: 1. Develop an Information Technology (IT) strategy offering guidance to an integrated, countywide IT program. 2. Form subcommittees and interface with users from both the private and public sectors to address common IT issues. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 31
3. Offer recommendations regarding IT initiatives, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes the appointments of the following individuals to the Information Technology Steering Committee, to serve until further notice: Thomas R. Bloodgood (Chairman) – County Real Property Tax Director Doris L. Karius – Schuyler County Legislature Randy Deal – Town of Catharine Robin Kay Reed – Town of Cayuta Mark Hills – Town of Dix Ben Dickens – Town of Hector Deborah Riley – Town of Montour Cedric Stewart – Town of Orange – Town of Reading – Town of Tyrone Jean Kosty – Village of Watkins Glen – Village of Montour Falls – Village of Odessa – Village of Burdett RESOLUTION NO. 87 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF SMALL CITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) APPLICATION AND SET DATES FOR REQUIRED PUBLIC HEARINGS WHEREAS, Schuyler County is considering the preparation and submission of an application under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2000 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and WHEREAS, this grant may be submitted jointly with the Town of Dix, subject to the execution of an inter-municipal agreement and under the terms of said agreement, and WHEREAS, an Abbreviated Consolidated Plan for Schuyler County, describing community development needs, resources and activities, and related matters will be prepared which supports this application, and WHEREAS, two public hearings are required to be held in conjunction with the preparation of the community’s CDBG application in order to obtain the views of residents regarding the Abbreviated Consolidated Plan and the County’s grant application, according to a plan for citizen participation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature and the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee are hereby authorized to prepare the Abbreviated Consolidated Plan and application under the FY2000 HUD Small Cities CDBG Program for consideration by the Legislature, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to advertise the two required public hearings to be conducted by Schuyler County as follows: March 15, 2000 at 6:30 P.M. in the Legislative Chambers April 5, 2000 at 6:30 P.M. in the Rural Urban Center Auditorium VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 88 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT OF FAIR HOUSING OFFICER IN COMPLIANCE WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HOUSING REQUIREMENTS WHEREAS, Schuyler County is the recipient of Federal funds under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and WHEREAS, the County must take actions to affirmatively further fair housing in accordance with certifications submitted as part of the Community Development Block Grant application, and WHEREAS, acceptance of HUD CDBG grants has a Fair Housing component, which requires the appointment of a Fair Housing Officer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community 32 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature hereby appoints Timothy Cullenen, County Planner, as the Fair Housing Officer for the County of Schuyler, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Planner shall be responsible for complying with HUD Fair Housing requirements, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fair Housing Officer shall provide information and assistance to individuals who feel that they have been victims of discrimination in regard to housing under Sections 804, 805, 806 or 818 of the Fair Housing Act Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended. Such discriminatory housing practices include discrimination in sale or rental of housing, discrimination in the provision of brokerage services, or interference, coercion, or intimidation, as defined under the Act, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, handicap or familial status, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fair Housing Officer shall develop a plan for approval by the Schuyler County Legislature which includes public notice, availability of information, investigation of complaints, documentation and reporting to HUD complaints and actions taken, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby declares the month of April, 2000 as “Fair Housing Month”. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 89 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE PROCESS FOR RECRUITMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) WHEREAS, it is recommended that there be an agreement relative to the process for making appointments to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopt the following process: PROCESS FOR RECRUITMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY 1. The Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) will assist the Chairman of the Legislature in acquiring the names of qualified interested candidates to fill vacant membership positions to the SCIDA Board. 2. Each year SCIDA shall notify the general public via press release or advertisement in The Watkins Review & Express that such positions are available to be filled. Such advertisement shall occur during the month of October so that letters of interest and qualifications may be acquired and forwarded to the Chairman of the Legislature. All letters of interest shall be forwarded to SCIDA. 3. Qualified candidates for membership on the SCIDA Board will include current elected and appointed officials of local governments and school boards, persons with demonstrated business expertise, farming industry or representatives of organized labor within the county. In addition, each of the three election districts shall have representation. The standard will be to have a diverse Board representing as many interests as possible given the positions available. All candidates must be current residents of Schuyler County at the time of their appointment. 4. SCIDA shall provide the Legislative Office with information that indicates the number of vacancies in a given year, as well as the term for those vacancies. SCIDA shall provide the Chairman of the Legislature a resume or description of qualifications of all candidates who have expressed an interest in membership on the SCIDA Board. SCIDA shall maintain a file of all candidates who have expressed an interest in membership. This file may be used to fill future vacancies. 5. The Chairman of the Legislature may select and recommend candidates for the SCIDA Board from the list of candidates SCIDA has provided or may recommend other candidates to achieve the balance sought as described in item three above. The cutoff date for receiving the names of candidates shall be the day before the Chairman of the Legislature submits his/her appointments to the full Legislature for approval. The Legislature will approve any and all appointments no later than the December Regular Meeting. 6. The Chairman of the Legislature may appoint a member of the County Community Development and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 33
Natural Resources (CDNR) Committee to represent the Legislature on the SCIDA Board to fill his/her membership position, subject to approval by the County Legislature. This will maintain an important link between SCIDA and the CDNR Committee and allow the Chairman some flexibility to deal with scheduling matters. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she feels SCIDA should have more control over this decision, therefore she will be voting no on this resolution. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 90 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCOPED FOR FACILITATOR SERVICES FOR THE WATER/SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler has designated itself as facilitator for the creation of a special use district/water & sewer district involving the Village of Watkins Glen, Town of Dix and such other entities as may be necessarily involved in such district in bringing water and sewer to Watkins Glen International, Inc. and other users within the district, and WHEREAS, overseeing the role of facilitator requires considerable technical expertise, manpower and other resources not all of which are available within the in-house capability of the County, and WHEREAS, SCOPED, Inc. is possessed of the expertise and resources required for assistance and consultation in carrying out the work required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a one-year contract with SCOPED, Inc. for services which will facilitate the special use district/water & sewer district project; said contract drafted and approved by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the county will reimburse SCOPED for its expenditures in sub- contracting for the services required under this contract in a sum not to exceed $30,000. All sums paid hereunder will be charged to and recouped from the administrative expense portion of grants flowing to the County in consequent of subject water/sewer district projects. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 91 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNING ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR TRI-COUNTY BRANDING INITIATIVE AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY WHEREAS, Corning Enterprises, Inc. hired a consultant to review their marketing strategy in an effort to improve promotion, and WHEREAS, said consultant determined that the region is not being well represented and recommended the three counties (Chemung, Steuben and Schuyler) join resources for a Tri-County Branding Initiative for marketing and to develop a marketing strategy, and WHEREAS, Corning Enterprises, Inc. has committed to contributing $250,000 each year for three years towards this effort, contingent upon the three counties providing matching funds, and WHEREAS, Chemung and Steuben Counties have agreed to contribute $110,000 each year for three years, and Schuyler County is requested to contribute $30,000 each year for three years, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce promotes this concept and is willing to use $15,000 each year from their room tax appropriation towards this Initiative in accordance with Local Law #2 of 1998 which provides for “enhancement of the general economy” and requests the County contribute the additionally required $15,000 towards the Schuyler County contribution, and WHEREAS, a Regional Marketing Council will be developed to manage the program and funding, and to conduct success measurements throughout the Initiative. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Corning Enterprises, Inc. for a Tri-County Branding Initiative for a period of three years at a cost of $15,000 each year, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorize the commitment of $15,000 each year for the years 2000, 2001 and 2002 towards this Initiative, with it being understood that the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce will commit the other $15,000 for the years 2000, 2001 and 2002, and 34 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $15,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Publicity account no. 6410.311–Corning Enterprises. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked about the structure of this initiative. Legislator Marvel said it would not take place until the money is pulled together. Corning Enterprises is the lead partner in this, they will call a meeting together. All three counties will have someone from their Tourist Promotion Agency (TPA) and another person selected from the entertainment section to serve on the board. Legislator Young asked if these decisions would go through the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. Legislator Marvel said possibly, but there should not be a need for a vote on this again. The committee may have to make the appointments. Legislator Hastings commented that this contract is for one year only. Steuben County used their room tax, maybe this county should consider that for next year. Also, Schuyler County is fortunate to only have to pay $30,000 towards this initiative. The others are paying $110,000. Schuyler County should benefit more in regards to tourism. Legislator Marvel stated that this will focus on the wine part of the three counties. Legislator Bleiler made it known that the county would not be paying for personnel. Legislator Marvel said that Corning Enterprises will be paying for personnel. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 92 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR FOOD STAMP NUTRITION PROGRAM WHEREAS, in July 1997, the Schuyler County Legislature supported the joint application of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Program, and WHEREAS, on October 5, 1999 Schuyler County was officially notified that the Federal Reimbursable program was approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Program for the term October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, in the amount of $94,306.00 ($47,153 local Extension match and $47,153 federal share with 3% allocated for evaluation ($2,812.00)); agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 93 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR WRAP SERVICES - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services has contracted in the past for the administration of the Weatherization Referral and Packaging (WRAP) program with Economic Opportunity Program, Inc., and WHEREAS, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance approved an allocation for Schuyler County of $32,769. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Schuyler County Department of Social Services and Chemung/Schuyler Economic Opportunity Program, Inc. for WRAP services, not to exceed $32,769 for the period November 15, 1999 through September 30, 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 94 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL SERVICES – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Schuyler County Department of Social Services and the Schuyler County Attorney for the period l/l/00 through 12/31/00 for general legal services and for Child Support legal services totaling $127,878. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 95 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 35
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH PARTNERSHIP FOR RESPONSIBLE FATHERING, KNOWN AS (DAD SCHOOL) WHEREAS, there is a recognized need for some fathers in the community to have their enthusiasm and interest in fathering increased in order to become more effective as role models for their children, and WHEREAS, Mr. Bruce Stayments and his Partnership for Responsible Fathering (also known as Dad School), a non-profit organization from Elmira, has the experience and expertise to mentor men in their crucial role of being a dad, and WHEREAS, in the past the Family Court has ordered some fathers to attend Dad School while other participants were referred by the Department of Social Services as part of the fathers’ plans, and WHEREAS, funding for this program in prior years was previously received from outside sources, but those sources no longer have the capability to provide the requisite funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services be authorized to provide funding for the Dad School at the rate of $50.00 per participant for up to 15 fathers, total amount not to exceed $750.00, said funding available in the 2000 budget in account no. 6070.396, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Partnership for Responsible Fathering to provide such services, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 96 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOURS FOR MEAL DELIVERER POSITION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the need for home delivered meals is growing and the Montour Falls/Odessa/Alpine demand for meals has exceeded the time currently allotted the Meal Deliverer, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the NYS SNAP monies to increase the hours of a Meal Deliverer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours for the 15-hour per week Meal Deliverer (Charles Smith) in the Office for the Aging be increased from 15 hours per week to 17 hours per week, effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 97 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF DISHWASHER AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the dishwasher currently in use at the Office for the Aging is facing a very limited life expectancy, and WHEREAS, at the end of the NYS budget year, there will be sufficient monies available in the Office for the Aging budget to purchase a new dishwasher. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer all necessary funds from Office for the Aging account nos. 6772.440-Travel Expense and 6772.401- Miscellaneous Contractual to the appropriate equipment account for the purchase of a dishwasher. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 98 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACTS WITH CARE PROVIDERS FOR EISEP – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging is going to be providing the Elderly In-Home Services Program (EISEP) directly, and WHEREAS, it is necessary to use aide services from available providers for this program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into the following contracts for the Office for the Aging to provide aide services to the EISEP for the year 2000: Schuyler Home Care from Schuyler Hospital Stafkings from Binghamton Caregivers from Elmira; all contracts subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. 36 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 99 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR BYRNE ANTI-DRUG FUNDS –SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, monies have been made available from the Byrne Anti-Drug Program through Senator John R. Kuhl’s Office to assist communities in fighting drug abuse and crimes connected with drugs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the Schuyler County Sheriff to submit a grant application for Federal Edward Byrne Program funds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Schuyler County Sheriff be hereby authorized to accept any approved funds and sign any necessary documents for said funds, estimated to be $22,000 with the 25% match money to be taken from funds currently budgeted for anti-drug programs in the Sheriff 2000 budget; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 100 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PRINTER – DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office was loaned a printer from the Stop DWI Program, said printer was supposed to have most of the options required by the District Attorney’s Office (3 paper trays, sufficient speed), and WHEREAS, said printer does not have the options required by the District Attorney’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office has no other printer of its own, and WHEREAS, said printer has also been malfunctioning since the day of purchase, has been returned to the company for four months for repairs and still does not work properly, and WHEREAS, there is currently $500 in the District Attorney’s 2000 budget for the purchase of a new printer (reduced from $1,500 originally requested), and WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office has found a printer which has all the options to meet the requirements of its office at a reasonable purchase price of $1,006.28, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office has additional funds in its Books and Subscriptions account due to the partial payment of $603 from the Sheriff’s Department for reimbursement towards an Internet Law Library, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office proposes to transfer those funds from the Books and Subscriptions account to the printer account for the purchase of the above-referenced printer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $506.28 from District Attorney account no. 1165.407-Books and Subscriptions to account no. 1165.246-Printer. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 101 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Ruth S. Young as the Legislative Representative to the Economic Opportunity Program Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 102 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Jim Hazlitt as the Grange Representative to the Soil and Water Conservation Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2002. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 103 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Glenn R. Larison PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 37 as the Legislative Representative to the Schuyler County Planning Commission for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 104 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – INTER-COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Thomas M. Gifford-Legislator, Glenn R. Larison-Legislator and Gail M. Hughey-Clerk, to the Inter-County Association of Western New York for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 105 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Jerold D. Marvel as the Legislative Representative on the SCIDA Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2002. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 106 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 41-00 RELATIVE TO APPOINTMENTS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 41-00 appointed Amelia Cornish and Rick Matthews to the Environmental Management Council, and WHEREAS, Amelia Cornish is already appointed for a term ending December 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, Rick Matthews correct name is Rick Murphy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 41-00 be amended to remove Amelia Cornish’s name entirely and to change the name Rick Matthews to Rick Murphy. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 107 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND HIGHWAY SAFETY COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Emergency Medical and Highway Safety Committee for the terms as indicated below: MEMBER REPRESENTS TERM Charles Franzese Engineer 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Patricia L. Hastings Chair, Public Safety & 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Criminal Justice Comm. Thomas M. Gifford Chairman of Legislature 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Nicholas Dugo Justice Court 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 Shirley Churches Deputy EM Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 William Kennedy Fire/Ambulance 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 Eric Claire Driver Education 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 Wendy Shutter Volunteer Ambulance 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 Richard Churches Driver Training 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 William Randolph EM Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 Richard Pierce Watkins Glen Police Dept. 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 Gregory Mathews Co. Highway Superintendent 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 Michael Wood Stop DWI Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 108 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – MENTAL HEALTH COMMITTEES BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following 38 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE individuals to the committees and for the terms as listed below: ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMITTEE Marie Fitzsimmons 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Doris L. Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Michael Wood 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 (filling term of Les Gorton) COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD Doris Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Marie Fitzsimmons 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Sharon Bingell 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 MENTAL HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE Doris Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Sue Brill 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Bert Pyle 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Michael Maloney 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Heidi Hathaway 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 (filling term of Laura Masin) John Hayes 1/1/2000-12/31/2001 MENTAL RETARDATION/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COMMITTEE Thomas M. Gifford 1/1/2000-12/31/2002 Michele Gimbar 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 Richard Schockner 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Sharon Bingell 1/1/2000-12/31/2003 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 109 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Health Services Advisory Board and Professional Advisory Committee, as indicated below: HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD Thomas Klaseus NYS Dept. of Health Term expiring 12/31/2000 (filling term of Richard Bills) PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE William Weiss 1/1/2000-12/31/2000 Ruth Bedient Doris L. Karius Harold Hoffmeier Erik Miller Dr. L. Titus Parker Michelle Myers Elizabeth Hayes Kathryn Doolittle Thomas Gifford Marcia Kasprzyk Michael Gehl Jim Howell Sharon Bingell VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 110 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY YOUTH BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approves Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Schuyler County Youth Board for the terms as specified below: PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 39
Ruth S. Young 1/1/00-12/31/2002 Glenn R. Larison 1/1/00-12/31/2001 Amy Hall 1/1/00-12/31/2002 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 111 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE PROPOSED STATE ASSUMPTION OF LOCAL HCRA 2000 FAMILY HEALTH PLUS COSTS WHEREAS, the Medicaid program is the largest and most volatile component of every county budget in New York State, and WHEREAS, the Medicaid program represents a significant burden on the local real property taxpayer, and WHEREAS, the Health Care Reform Act of 2000, or HCRA 2000, dramatically changes New York’s health care system by creating new comprehensive health care insurance programs for the uninsured, while providing for the financing of New York’s hospital system. According to the Governor’s Office, up to 1 million people who are currently uninsured could be eligible for coverage under the initiatives financed as part of HCRA 2000, and WHEREAS, county officials across the state laud the Governor and the Legislature for building upon Child Health Plus to provide health insurance to families and individuals participating in Family Health Plus, and WHEREAS, HCRA 2000 has created the largest unfunded mandate to be passed to local government in over a decade, and WHEREAS, under HCRA 2000, county governments will be forced to pay for 25% of the cost of the “Family Health Plus” health insurance program and several other mental health and public health initiatives funded through the Medicaid program, and WHEREAS, it is estimated the counties and the City of New York will be required to spend an additional $340 million in new Medicaid costs over the next 4 calendar years, and WHEREAS, since 1995-96, counties and the City of New York have benefited from Medicaid cost containment initiatives put in place and annually renewed as part of the state budget process. Prior year Medicaid cost containment, though important to preserve, has not offset the total annual increase in Medicaid local share. Since these initiatives are already in the “base” for county budgeting purposes, they do not offset the new Medicaid spending caused by the adoption of Family Health Plus, and WHEREAS, the “savings” estimates use the local portion of the National Tobacco Settlement as an offset to the local costs associated with Family Health Plus. Counties were named as party in the National Tobacco Settlement Agreement, and were to receive these funds as a way to reimburse the local taxpayers who have borne the growth of Medicaid over the past decade, not for more Medicaid costs, and WHEREAS, the Senate Majority, Assembly Majority and Senate Minority have all introduced legislation that would hold counties harmless from the increased Medicaid costs of the Family Health Plus Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby expresses its support of all efforts of the Senate and Assembly to assume the local costs associated with Family Health Plus and eliminate this onerous new unfunded mandate, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, NYSAC, Inter-County of Western New York, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles and all others deemed necessary and proper. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings asked Legislator Young to share any information on this with her so that she might better understand the issues. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 112 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO ADDRESS TANF MAINTENANCE OF EFFORT SHORTFALLS IMPACTING LOCAL TAXPAYERS 40 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, in 1997, the state enacted comprehensive welfare reform legislation created to redesign the fundamental structure of welfare to emphasize work and personal responsibility. Since that time, welfare caseloads are now projected to be their lowest in 34 years, and WHEREAS, due to these reductions, state refinancing of its costs and other federal changes, New York State is at risk of falling below its minimum spending level required by the federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Program, and WHEREAS, under the federal law, states are required to spend 75% of their historic expenditures if work participation rates are met, or 80% of historic expenditures if work participation rates are not met, and WHEREAS, the 2000-01 Executive Budget projects that local TANF costs will be increased by $112.5 million to offset the potential $225 million state shortfall in TANF Maintenance of Effort (MOE), and WHEREAS, in the 1999-2000 adopted state budget, the state took limited action in the budget to avert the local TANF MOE shortfall and took only limited steps to address the situation for the next federal fiscal year, and WHEREAS, in the 2000-01 Executive Budget the state continues the strategy of withholding TANF funds to artificially increase the state and local costs of welfare, and WHEREAS, the Executive Budget includes an Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) that will be used to mitigate the state impact of these losses of TANF funds leaving counties with no other options. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature urges the New York State Division of the Budget and the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to develop a comprehensive plan to address TANF and MOE related issues and to protect the interests of local taxpayers, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature further urges the State to distribute the breakdown of TANF allocations to specific program areas, and any dollars used to supplant former state allocations as well as breakdown of MOE between state and local jurisdictions, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 113 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION URGING THE CONTINUATION OF MAINTAINING SEPARATE STATE FUNDING FOR YOUTH SERVICES WHEREAS, the Family and Children’s Services Block Grant adopted in State Fiscal Year 1995-1996 is set to expire in 2001, and WHEREAS, the Governor, the Division of Budget, the Division of State Operations and the Commissioner of Children and Family Services (OCFS), have discussed merging the current funding for youth development, prevention, and runaway and homeless youth into the Social Services Block Grant, which is used to provide intensive services for the most needy children, youth and families within the community, and WHEREAS, the loss of the matching funds by the State to localities would either result in the loss of services to at-risk children in over forty OCFS supported programs, a significant increase funding from counties and/or a decrease in the resources Social Services needs to serve youth with acute needs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature urges the Governor, the Directors of the Division of the Budget and State Operations and the Commissioner of the Office of Children and Family Services not to merge these funding streams and to preserve and strengthen the State’s commitment to primary prevention, youth development and delinquency prevention programming through the County Youth Bureau, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 114 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 41
RE: AUTHORIZE EIGHT (8) ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that eight (8) additional resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 115 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ACKNOWLEDGE APPOINTMENT/SET SALARY – BOARD OF ELECTIONS WHEREAS, Linda Strong, Republican Clerk in the Board of Elections, has tendered her resignation effective March 11, 2000, and WHEREAS, Rexford L. Richards, Republican Commissioner in the Board of Elections, has appointed Mary E. King to replace Linda Strong with the endorsement of the Republican Party, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Chairman of the Governmental Operations Committee that there be a training period for the incumbent to work with the new appointee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledge the appointment by Rexford L. Richards, Commissioner, Board of Elections, of Mary E. King as Clerk, Board of Elections effective March 13, 2000 for 20 hours per week at an hourly rate of $11.44 to serve at his pleasure, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the qualified applicant work in the position of Board of Elections Clerk Trainee for the period February 22-March 10, 2000 at the aforementioned salary for training purposes, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding for the above will be taken from current budget appropriations, it being understood there may be a need for additional funds at a later date. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 116 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – KLOPF WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that both Senior and Veterans exemptions were omitted on the tax roll for parcel 49.19-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $892.80 for parcel 49.19-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $489.07 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $105.47 and to County Treasurer by $298.26, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 117 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – MYERS WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 39.-1-48.111 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $637.71 for parcel 39.-1-48.111 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $522.91 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $29.99 and to County Treasurer by $84.81, and 42 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 118 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – STURTON/CLARK WHEREAS, the property owners filed a small claims law suit to reduce their assessment on the 1999 Town of Tyrone assessment roll, and WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that the assessment for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 on the Town of Tyrone 2000 County/Town tax roll is not in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)a of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect assessment of $62,100 for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 on the tax roll be reduced to the amount of $56,500 in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the incorrect amount of $880.05 for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 be removed from the tax roll, and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $800.68 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $26.60 and to County Treasurer by $52.77, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 119 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – CLARK WHEREAS, the property owners filed a small claims law suit to reduce their assessment on the 1999 Town of Tyrone assessment roll, and WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that the assessment for parcel 49.19-1-21 on the Town of Tyrone 2000 County/Town tax roll is not in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)a of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect assessment of $57,600 for parcel 49.19-1-21 on the tax roll be reduced to the amount of $46,000 in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the incorrect amount of $816.27 for parcel 49.19-1-21 be removed from the tax roll, and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $651.89 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $55.07 and to County Treasurer by $109.31, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 120 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – CICCONE WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 64.12-1-9 in the Town of Reading, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 43
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $450.47 for parcel 64.12-1-9 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $225.23 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $46.99 and to County Treasurer by $178.25, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 121 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – AMEIGH WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 53.10-2-17 in the Town of Reading, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $191.57 for parcel 53.10-2-17 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $103.05 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $18.89 and to County Treasurer by $69.63, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 122 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – LANDON WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an assessment on the tax roll for parcel 87.-1-17.11 in the Town of Montour was based on a nonexistent improvement, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined in Section 550(3)b of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $1,300.77 for parcel 87.-1-17.11 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $1,076.21 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $80.77 and to County Treasurer by $143.79, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Montour Clerk/Tax Collector and to the Odessa/Montour Central School District Treasurer. VOTE: Passed 8-0. NEW BUSINESS: Legislator Bleiler stated that he would like to transfer $1,000 or a larger amount from contingency to professional fees and services to support paying a consultant for health services. MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to support hiring a consultant for the health insurance review committee and set aside at least $1,000 from contingency to pay for the services, SECOND by Legislator Hastings. Legislator Bleiler said he has talked to a number of people or groups that might be able to help. Some of them charge by the hour and some charge a straight fee. He feels he could find someone for less than $1,000. This 44 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
motion will let him notify the health insurance review committee that the Legislature supports the hiring of a consultant. Legislator Hastings feels they should hire someone with the necessary expertise, which will save money in the long run. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. Legislator Marvel said Bob Lee, Village of Watkins Glen Mayor, called him about a letter he wrote to the State Senate opposing a water tax, effective April 1st to community water suppliers. He asked for our support. Legislator Marvel would like a motion to allow the Chairman of the Legislature to write a similar letter to Senator Kuhl, Assemblyman Bacalles and Governor Pataki opposing this. MOTION by Legislator Marvel to have the Chairman of the Legislature write a letter to the State opposing the proposed water tax, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. Chairman Gifford said he would like to schedule a Legislative Committee meeting to discuss year 2000 goals. A Legislative Committee meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management and Finance Committee. He reviewed the results of the 1999 sales tax. He also reported that the Management/Confidential Salary Plan Sub-Committee worked hard on the resolutions passed tonight. He felt it was valuable that they worked on it themselves. They really got to understand and appreciate where everyone is coming from. Legislator Larison reported on the Fish and Wildlife Board. An increase in license fees is on their agenda again for fishing and hunting. They are no longer giving warning on these increases. Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. As a new legislator she has met with the employees from both Public Health and Mental Health Departments and feels they are very caring professionals. She feels it is a good idea to combine both departments under one building. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked about the sales tax reports and how they work. The Treasurer explained the process to him. Nancy Peters, Treasurer, stated that she received a letter from the New York State Treasurer’s Association in regards to the STAR program. Schools have raised their school tax, therefore the STAR program is not saving the taxpayers money. The State would like to see refunds given after paying the school tax. This will be a heavy burden on her office. The Treasurer’s Association is sending letters in opposition of refunds. This could go back as far as two years. If bankruptcy, it could go back five to six years. The Treasurer’s Office would have to do reports monthly. The Association has done a letter in opposition and she would like the support of the Legislature to also write a letter. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to write a letter opposing the school tax refund proposal, SECOND by Legislator Larison. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, stated that this is part of the proposed State budget and it would also be a burden to the schools, tax collectors and his office. The Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING FEBRUARY 22, 2000
The February 22, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Gifford and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Bleiler who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also excused. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 45
RESOLUTION NO. 123 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Authorize Memorandum of Agreement with the Administrative Unit CSEA VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 124 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT CSEA WHEREAS, the County has obtained a grant to provide additional services to certain County residents under a program entitled Building Independence for the Long Term (BILT), and WHEREAS, the County has decided to assign additional work to those employees represented by the Union that wish to volunteer to work hours (in addition to their regular work hours) in the BILT Program, and WHEREAS, there is a need to enter into an agreement with the Administrative Unit CSEA setting forth, among other items, the agreed upon wage rate and overtime wage rate that employees will receive for work performed in the BILT Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a Memorandum of Agreement (as attached hereto and shall be kept on file) with the Administrative Unit CSEA in regards to the BILT Program; subject to the approval of labor counsel. VOTE: Passed 7-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting adjourned at 3:38 P.M. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING MARCH 13, 2000
The March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Acting Chairman Young. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Bleiler and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Chairman Gifford who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked for an explanation on Resolution No. 164. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that the Town of Orange needs assistance with their re-evaluation. They need to collect data on every parcel. He does not have the resources in-house, therefore he needs to hire help. Mr. Creamer asked why the Town of Orange is not contracting with Mr. Chuck Chamberlain. Tom explained that this is just one of many services his office is supplying, and he is carrying the ball. Fred Yahn asked if the Undersheriff position was being addressed tonight. Legislator Hastings said the last time she knew the Undersheriff has not resigned yet. Mr. Yahn said he heard he was going to resign in the next 10-14 days. Legislator Hastings explained that the Undersheriff is appointed by the Sheriff and the Legislature is only responsible for the salary. She expects the resolution to be on April Regular Meeting agenda. Casey Creamer said he saw that the Watkins Glen School District is looking for a new Superintendent for a salary of $95,000 a year. Schuyler County is offering a salary of $50-60,000 for a County Administrator. He feels the school should be offering less and the county should be offering more. He feels they are comparable positions. Acting Chairman Young said when New York State sees fit to help counties with State aid like they do the schools, then the county could have competitive salaries. Legislator Hastings said she believes that the position of Superintendent is required to have more education.
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RESOLUTION NO. 125 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 18, 2000 PUBLIC HEARING, FEBRUARY 14, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND FEBRUARY 22, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the January 18, 2000 Public Hearing, February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting and February 22, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 126 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: APPOINTMENT TO LOCAL CONDITIONAL RELEASE COMMISSION WHEREAS, Chapter 79 of the Laws of 1989, which became effective May 1, 1998, imposes on localities release and supervision responsibilities for inmates serving definite sentences in local correctional facilities, and WHEREAS, the aforementioned law requires that each county establish a Local Conditional Release Commission to deal with inmates serving definite sentences in local correction facilities pursuant to the law, and WHEREAS, said law requires that appointment shall be for a period of four years, and the current Commission has indicated a need for at least one additional member. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the appointment of Karen Raplee to said Commission for a term of four years, commencing March 15, 2000 and terminating March 14, 2004. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 127 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF CORRECTION OFFICER POSITIONS FOR JAIL – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, it is necessary to have part-time correctional officers work in the Schuyler County Jail due to vacation, sick time, etc. WHEREAS, it is necessary to create more positions at that time since previous positions have been filled, and WHEREAS, the hourly rate for these positions is set forth in the Deputy Sheriffs Association union contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of five (5) Correctional Officers positions in the Sheriff’s Department, to be filled on a part-time basis and within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 128 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF DISPATCHER POSITIONS FOR COMMUNICATIONS CENTER – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, funds have been budgeted in the year 2000 budget for Corrections Officers to handle the extra duties of dispatch at the Communications Center, and WHEREAS, State regulations recommend that two dispatchers be on duty at all times because of medical emergencies. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of two (2) Dispatcher positions in the Sheriff’s Department at an hourly rate of $11.51, there being funds within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 129 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF SERGEANT POSITION FOR JAIL – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, it is necessary to have a supervisor in the Schuyler County Jail, and WHEREAS, the State Commission of Corrections has recommended more supervision of correctional officers and other personnel, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 47
WHEREAS, at the present time supervision is being conducted by one of the road patrol sergeants. WHEREAS, the hourly rate for this position is set forth in the Deputy Sheriffs Association union contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of a Correction Sergeant position for supervision in the County Jail, there being funds within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 130 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH THE UNIFIED COURT SYSTEM FOR SECURITY – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, Schuyler County (Sheriff’s Department) has a contract with the Unified Court System, Sixth Judicial District, to provide security for the courts, and WHEREAS, the contract that is currently in effect for Schuyler County calls for $47,000 in reimbursement, and WHEREAS, the Unified Court System wishes to alter the original contract from $47,000 in reimbursement to $50,000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract amendment and acknowledgment letter, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 131 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH HUNT ENGINEERS FOR COUNTY ROUTE 14 AND COUNTY ROUTE 15 INTERSECTION DESIGN WHEREAS, the present drainage system at the intersection of County Route 14 and County Route 15 is inadequate to handle high flows of water and is deteriorated, and WHEREAS, past flooding has caused damages and expenses to all parties involved, and WHEREAS, safety concerns have been expressed by local residents from a history of motor vehicle accidents, and WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee agree that it would be of best interest to re-design the intersection, and WHEREAS, there is money available in the 2000 budget account 5020.400 Engineering to develop the design. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the necessary documents to retain Hunt Engineers and Architects for engineering services for the County Route 14 and County Route 15 intersection design, Town of Catharine, for a contract sum of $18,000; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 132 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING VACANT AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC POSITION - HIGHWAY WHEREAS, there is a vacant Automotive Mechanic position in the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, there is a need to hire and start training an Automotive Mechanic to fill the anticipated decline in staff that will become effective with the retirement of Fred Wheaton, and the training needed is extensive, and WHEREAS, there is a vacant Automotive Mechanic position left when John Rekczis accepted the position of Automotive Mechanic Foreman, and WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee and the Highway Superintendent recommend the filling of this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the position of Automotive Mechanic in the Highway Department be advertised and filled immediately at the hourly rate of $ 10.73. This start rate may change with 48 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE the implementation of the new contract. The funding for this position is available in the 2000 personal services budget account. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 133 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION URGING THE REINSTATEMENT OF FUNDING TO CONSOLIDATED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CHIPS) WHEREAS, the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPs) was created in state fiscal year 1981-1982 for the purposes of replacing a dedicated stream of motor vehicle registration fees and taxes which counties had been receiving, and WHEREAS, CHIPs funding is based on a statutory formula using the number of county specific motor vehicle registrations and number of center line mileage, and WHEREAS, notwithstanding the statutory formula, CHIPs payments have not been consistent and are subject to annual budget appropriations by the Governor and State Legislature, and WHEREAS, Governor Pataki has proposed to eliminate the county share of CHIPs Operations and Maintenance funding of approximately $35 million in his Executive Budget Proposal for State Fiscal Year 2000-2001, and WHEREAS, the Governor targeted the elimination of CHIPs maintenance funding for counties only and has preserved the funding for towns, cities (except New York City) and villages, and WHEREAS, eliminating county operations and maintenance funding will also have a detrimental intergovernmental effect and hinder partnerships counties currently have with other units of local government, and WHEREAS, a 1999 highway and bridge funding report published by the NYS Association of Counties, NYS Conference of Mayors, NYS Association of Towns, NYS County Highway Superintendents Association and the NYS Town Highway Superintendents Association, identifies a funding shortfall for all municipalities over and above existing levels of nearly $ 9 billion, including the City of New York, and WHEREAS, instead of eliminating funding for local infrastructure repair, state funding should be increased significantly. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby goes on record urging the CHIPs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) funding be restored and enhanced and that the CHIPs capital funding be significantly increased to address local road and bridge deficiencies, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that during the 2000 Legislative Session, should the Governor and State Legislature advance a voter approved Transportation Bond act to go before the electorate in November 2000, Schuyler County strongly urges a greater percentage of bond proceeds be dedicated to local government projects, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Schuyler County shall forward copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 134 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT BID FOR NEW AND UNUSED 2000 TRI-AXLE LIVE BOTTOM TRAILER
WHEREAS, the Highway Department is in need of a new and unused 2000 Tri-Axle Live Bottom Trailer, and WHEREAS, advertisement for bids of the same where made and opened at the Bid Opening on February 9, 2000, and WHEREAS, one bid was received. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Schuyler County Highway Superintendent, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: Tracey Road Equipment $ 51,989.00 6803 Manlius Center Road PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 49
East Syracuse, NY 13057 It is understood that funding for this equipment is appropriated accordingly in the Highway’s 2000 budget. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 135 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF COUNTY ROAD 13 BRIDGE OVER BANFIELD CREEK BIN# 3332300 WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and Public Works Committee directed the Legislative Clerk to advertise for bids for the construction of County Road 13 Bridge over Banfield Creek, B.I.N.# 3332300, and WHEREAS, bids were opened February 9, 2000 and reviewed with the recommendation being made by Hunt Engineers to accept the low bid from G. DeVincentis & Son Construction Company, Inc. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the low bid from G. DeVincentis & Son Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of the County Road 13 Bridge over Banfield Creek, B.I.N. #3332300 at the low bid price of $146,000.00, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all other bids received be hereby rejected, with a note of appreciation for their participation, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $13,500 from account no. 5112.569 to account no. 5120.583 to cover the full cost of the project. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 136 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Civil Service Department has a unusable chair. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chair as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chair and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) Chair, green cloth, with arms, on casters. Asset #3028 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 137 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has outdated, unusable computers and, WHEREAS, repair costs to said computers are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) Digital Computer 851WW S/N KA507SWKZ2 One (1) IBM Computer 55SX S/N AN09SA8555 One (1) Unisys NYS 386 S/N P377877071 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 138 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – PROBATION DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Probation Department has an outdated, unusable Okidata laser printer and a Sanyo dictaphone which was sent in for repairs and cannot be fixed, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said printer and dictaphone as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said printer and dictaphone and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) Okidata Laser Printer S/N 611A1115909 50 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
One (1) Sanyo Dictaphone VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 139 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has an outdated, unusable chair and a VCR and, WHEREAS, repair costs to said VCR and chair are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chair and VCR as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chair and VCR and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) RCA VHS Video Recorder S/N 732516454 One (1) Green Vinyl Chair with Arms Asset #2745 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 140 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has outdated, unusable computer, monitor, and fax machine and, WHEREAS, cost to update said computer, monitor and fax are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computer, monitor and fax as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computer, monitor and fax and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Murata Fax Machine S/N 04-1990 One (1) Acer Monitor S/N M134t246686P1 One (1) Duracom Computer S/N 714 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 141 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – VETERANS DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Veterans Department has an outdated, unusable computer and printer and, WHEREAS, said computer and printer are not usable and have been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Serendipity Computer S/N ACC032658 One (1) Okidata Printer S/N 806A0030727 VOTE: Passed 7-0. WITHDRAWN RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has outdated, unusable computers and, WHEREAS, costs to update said computers are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor transfer said computers as set forth below and dispose of as deemed appropriate in the future. One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K41020194 Transfer to Civil Service One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K45081732 Transfer to Civil Service One (1) Digital Computer Model 742WW S/N KA425AAZN5 Transfer to Civil Service One (1) Digital Computer Model 742WW S/N KA425AAZN7 Transfer to Civil Service One (1) Digital Computer Model 851WW S/N KZ510TZMM1 Transfer to Central Data Processing PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 51
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K45081943 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K41020550 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Samsung Monitor Model CVM4967P S/N H1BF202406 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Samsung Monitor Model Synemaster S/N H2HDB00944 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 407A0187701 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 506A1023246 Transfer to Central Data Processing One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 309A0073922 Transfer to Veterans Services One (1) Digital Computer Model Venturis S/N KA510TZML9 Transfer to Storage Rm. 208 One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GE S/N 1K50495430 Transfer to Storage Rm. 208 RESOLUTION NO. 142 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE CENSUS 2000 PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the next Decennial Census will be taken in the year 2000, and political representation to the United States House of Representatives, state legislatures, and local government is determined by the Decennial Census, and WHEREAS, a complete count of all residents is necessary for county and community governments and agencies to obtain funding for essential services and programs, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County recognizes the importance of the census and the equal importance of each resident in the 2000 Census count, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County has agreed to be one of 39,000 government entities in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of the Census, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County recognizes the need for county government, business, education, religious organizations, community-based organizations and other not-for-profit agencies to participate in activities that will create census awareness in our county and inform, educate, motivate, and persuade the county residents that it is necessary and important for them to complete and return their census forms, and WHEREAS, the Census Bureau needs workers to ensure that everyone receives a census form. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Schuyler County proclaims full support of and participation in Census 2000 and encourages all entities in the county to work to educate the population about the importance of the census, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Schuyler County encourages residents to apply for census jobs and urges all residents to complete and return their census forms by Census Day, April 1, 2000. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 143 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH GROUP INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICE/AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE WHEREAS, the County has created a Health Insurance Review Committee in which one member is to be a health insurance consultant, WHEREAS, the Health Insurance Review Committee has researched its options and recommends hiring Group Insurance Administration Service to assist them with their charge. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a Letter of Agreement with Group Insurance Administration Service for research, analysis and advice regarding the county’s group health insurance review at a cost of $3,200 ($80 per hour) for a term of three months, Agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $3,200 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account 1010.435-Professional Fees and Services to pay said Agreement. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 144 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - MELCHIONE 52 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, application for a refund of 2000 real property taxes has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) stating that an amount of $343.38 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 50.-1-32 in the Town of Tyrone, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined in Section 550(3)(a) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $197.73 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a corrected bill be sent to the taxpayer by the County Treasurer which indicates a balance due of $24.59 for the second installment after applying the installment payment of $175.12, and that the Reserve for Uncollectible be charged $46.17 and the Town of Tyrone charged back $23.26, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Watkins Glen Central School District be charged back $70.52, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector and the Watkins Glen Central School District. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 145 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - BROCKWAY WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 65.9-3-3 in the Town of Dix, in the Village of Watkins Glen, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $429.02 for parcel 65.9-3-3 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $257.42 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a corrected bill be sent to the taxpayer by the County Treasurer which indicates the balance due for the second installment after applying the installment payment of $218.80, along with a copy of this resolution, and that the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes be charged $133.38 and the Town of Dix charged back $38.22, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Dix Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 146 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - SGRECCI WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 85.-1-47.11 the Town of Dix, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $732.83 for parcel 85.-1-47.11 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $567.17 for the above parcel , and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and that the County Treasurer be hereby directed to issue a refund in the amount of $165.66, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 53
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $115.43, the Town of Dix for $50.23 for the Town tax, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Dix Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 147 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - GIBBONS WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 64.8-1-14 in the Town of Reading, and WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $591.24 for parcel 64.8-1-14 be removed from the tax roll, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $442.32 for the above parcel, that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and the County Treasurer is authorized to issue a refund in the amount of $148.92, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $117.15, the Town of Reading for $31.77 for the Town tax, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 148 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN LETTERS OF AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGES FOR THE COUNTY TO PROVIDE TAX BILL PROCESSING BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign letters of agreement with the Villages of Montour Falls, Odessa, and Watkins Glen, for the County to provide tax bill processing for the year 2000 at the rate of twenty-five cents per bill, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 149 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF WHEREAS, there is a need for an agreement between the County of Schuyler and the Town of Dix for the provisions of creating a water and sewer district. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on April 10, 2000 at 7:15 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law providing for the participation of The County of Schuyler in The Town of Dix Water and Sewer District Creation Process and for the provision of certain services and funds to The Town of Dix in furtherance thereof. SECTION 1. HISTORY AND INTENT. The Town of Dix is the site of one of New York State’s most popular tourist destinations. Watkins Glen International’s annual racing schedule attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and contributes in excess of $176,000,000 annually to this State’s economy and significantly impacts the limited infrastructure resources 54 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE available in the rural township. In fact, two of the most important municipal amenities do not exist to service ever-growing numbers of visitors, participants and support staff. The Town has no municipal water or sewer and has undertaken a project in accordance with Article 12 of the Town Law to create water and sewer districts serving the Watkins Glen International facility and environs. Given the sheer number of people in attendance throughout a season and the limited hydrological and site sewage disposal capabilities available through private means, the Schuyler County Legislature finds that the County of Schuyler has definite public health, safety and economic interests at stake in the future of the racing facilities in The Town of Dix. The Legislature further finds that any serious breakdown in the private on-premises water and septic facilities could create a critical public health and safety situation and, if prolonged, an economic catastrophe. Additionally, fire protection, law enforcement and traffic control would be materially adversely affected in the event of a utility shortage or cessation. Accordingly, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined it to be in the general public interest county-wide that the county and its agencies lend all possible aid and assistance to The Town of Dix in creating water and sewer districts to service the Watkins Glen International facilities and other district users to include private residences and a proposed business park. SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION. The County of Schuyler and all of its officers, agencies and employees shall be and hereby are authorized to provide such support, services, materials and funds as the County Legislature shall hereafter determine in support of The Town of Dix water and sewer districts abovementioned. SECTION 3. FUNDING Funds may be advanced against grants, directed to the Town through the County or appropriated directly by the County to either the Town or third parties, provided however, that all such funding shall be approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and the Schuyler County Treasurer and shall otherwise be in accordance with applicable law and regulations. SECTION 4. INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 5-G OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW. The County of Schuyler is authorized to enter into an intermunicipal cooperation agreement with The Town of Dix for the purpose of carrying out the intent hereof in providing assistance and support to the town in creating water and sewer districts, development of project timetables, planning and oversight, the letting of contracts, solicitation of proposals, administration, financing, the physical installation of facilities and infrastructure improvements and related activities, provided however, that nothing herein shall be construed as authorizing a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County of Schuyler toward any bonds, notes or other instruments of public debt arising in consequence of said water and sewer district project. SECTION 5. SEPARABILITY OF PROVISION. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgement, decree or order shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation of the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment, decree or order shall be been rendered. SECTION 6. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel asked how this Local Law will benefit the county. County Attorney Coleman explained that the Local Law is written so the county can apply for funds on behalf of the town. The town will always be the principal. Legislator Hastings asked if the county would have the right to request grant money at any time. Attorney Coleman said the law is clear. With this kind of improvement district, everything is under the town only. Legislator Marvel asked if the county could still spend the grant money it applied for and was awarded. Attorney Coleman said yes, as long as it is not county dollars. Legislator Marvel asked Mr. Coleman to the best of his knowledge and research, does this Local Law cover anything the county will be asked to do. Attorney Coleman said yes, this Local Law has all things proper to make the project happen without spending county dollars. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 55
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 150 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves Chairman Gifford’s appointment to the Schuyler County Planning Commission for the term March 1, 2000 through March 31, 2002, as follows: Member Representing Hal Burrall Business George Conway Tourism VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 151 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & FARM PESTICIDE COLLECTION DAY WHEREAS, the County has received a grant from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and has appropriated monies in its 2000 budget for a household hazardous waste collection program, and WHEREAS, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension has issued a Request for Proposals for said program with the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the Schuyler County Attorney, this Legislature hereby accept the proposal from Safety Kleen (Northeast), Inc. in the amount of $7,000 for a Household Hazardous Waste and Farm Pesticide Collection Day to be held on May 20, 2000 at the Schuyler County Highway Department, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be and hereby is, authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the above referenced proposal acceptance; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 152 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT EXTENSION – AGRICULTURAL AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLANNING GRANT – CONTRACT #C010030 WHEREAS, the County has received a grant from the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning, and WHEREAS, the grant period has been extended from December 14, 1999 to March 31, 2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement with the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, Contract #C010030 to allow the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning grant to be extended until March 31, 2001, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 153 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1978 provides for written notification of defects and obstructions on county highways maintained by the County of Schuyler in the County of Schuyler, and WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1978 needs to be amended to include streets, sidewalks, crosswalks, and parking lots. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on April 10, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 56 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 2 of 1978 regarding written notice of defects and obstruction (amended text in bold print). SECTION 1. No civil action shall be maintained against the County of Schuyler, the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways, or any employee of the County of Schuyler for damages or injuries to person or property sustained by reason of any street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk, or parking lot being defective, out of repair, unsafe, dangerous, or obstructed unless written notice of such defective, unsafe, dangerous or obstructed condition of such street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk or parking lot was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk, and there was a failure or neglect within a reasonable time after the giving of such notice to repair or remove the defect, danger or obstruction complained of; but no action shall be maintained for damages or injuries to person or property sustained solely in consequence of the existence of snow or ice upon any town, state, or county street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk crosswalk or parking lot, unless written notice thereof, specifying the particular place, was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk and there was a failure or neglect to cause such snow or ice to be removed, to make the place otherwise reasonably safe within a reasonable time after receipt of such notice. SECTION 4. This local law shall take effect immediately upon its filing in the office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 154 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: SUPPORT OF HEALTHY HEART GRANT - PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County Public Health is participating in a multi-county Healthy Heart Program initiative, with Chemung County as the lead agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of the Public Health Agency in this initiative. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 155 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SUSANNA RUTSKI FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES AND PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION SPEECH THERAPY WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Early Intervention Program must contract with providers to provide early intervention services to eligible children from birth through age two as required by the New York State Department of Health, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide Speech therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, Susanna Rutski is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and will provide these services to eligible preschool children. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Susanna Rutski, to provide EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES, effective April 1, 2000, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Susanna Rutski to provide preschool SPEECH THERAPY services from April 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001; both contracts subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 156 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH DR. STEPHEN A. SPAULDING FOR PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN’S PROGRAM MEDICAL DIRECTOR WHEREAS, the Public Health Department may contract with Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding for his services as Medical Director for the Physically Handicapped Children’s Program. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 57
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding for his services as Medical Director at the rate of fifty dollars per hour ($50/hour) from January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 157 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH JOHN C.T. HAYES FOR LEGAL SERVICES TO THE SOUTHERN TIER REGIONAL SPECIAL NEEDS PROJECT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there is a need for legal services to the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project, of which Schuyler County is a participating county, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project budget for these services, which will be forwarded to the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic, and WHEREAS, there are no county dollars involved in this transaction. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve, a contract with John C.T. Hayes for legal services to the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project, in an amount not to exceed $7,500, effective immediately, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Legislature authorize the amendment to the 2000 County Budget as follows: Contractual Services 4310.435 +$7,500 Other Mental Health Income 4310-1689 +$7,500 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 158 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING REGISTERED NURSE PART-TIME – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, there is a vacancy in the Registered Nurse part-time position at the Public Health Agency, which has been vacant for more than 90 days, and WHEREAS, there is a need to fill said vacancy, which is included in the 2000 County Budget personal services account. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the filling of the Registered Nurse part-time vacancy, $13.40 Hour, Grade XXIII, in the Public Health Agency, effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 159 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE REVISED SLIDING FEE SCHEDULE – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Public Health Sliding Fee Schedule has been reviewed and updated. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the implementation of the new Sliding Fee Schedule effective 4/1/00. SCHUYLER COUNTY HOME HEALTH AGENCY SLIDING FEE SCALE (Based on the S2AY Rural Health Network Sliding Fee Scale) FAMILY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY SIZE INCOME INCOME INCOME INCOME INCOME INCOME INCOME (100% FPL) (100%-125% (125-150% (150-175% (175-200% (200-250% (250+% FPL) FPL) FPL) FPL) FPL) FPL) 1 *$0-$687 688-859 860-1,031 1,032-1,202 1,203-1,374 1,375-1,718 $1,719 + ABOVE 2 *0-922 923-1,153 1,154-1,383 1,384-1,614 1,615-1,844 1,845-2,305 2,306 + ABOVE 3 *0-1,157 1,158-1,446 1,447-1,736 1,737-2,025 2,026-2,314 2,315-2,893 2,894 + ABOVE 4 *0-1,392 1,393-1,740 1,741-2,088 2,089-2,436 2,437-2,784 2,785-3,480 3,481 + ABOVE 58 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
SLIDING FEE SCALE Skilled $5.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Nursing Physical $5.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Therapy Speech $5.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Therapy Occupat. $5.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Therapy Social $5.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Worker Personal $1.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Care Aide Home $2.00 10% of Fee 20% of Fee 30% of Fee 40% of Fee 50% of Fee Full Fee Health Aide Adult Medicaid Leave (85% FPL) Inform Patient of Probable Eligibility FPL = Federal Poverty Level VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 160 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SCHUYLER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES AND SCHUYLER COUNTY CHAPTER NYSARC, INC. FOR TRANSPORTATION WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is periodically in need of specialized transportation services including the use of wheelchair lift vehicles for transporting recipients of services through the Department of Social Services, and WHEREAS, the Arc of Schuyler County is an approved contract carrier through the NYS Department of Transportation and have specialized transportation services available. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with Schuyler County Chapter NYSARC, Inc. for transportation services for Social Services clients for non-medical purposes for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000 at the rate of $1.32 per mile, funding for said contract in the Department’s 2000 budget in account no. 6010.313-Non-Medical Transportation; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 161 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR FOOD CARRIERS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, there is a need to purchase more food carriers for home-delivered meals, and WHEREAS, there are monies available in the Office for the Aging .401 account, and said monies must be expended by March 31, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $800 from Office for the Aging account no. 6772.401-Miscellaneous Contractual to account no. 6772.200-Equipment for the purchase of four food carriers. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 162 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT – LEGISLATURE WHEREAS, the Ascentia laptop computer in the Legislative Office has experienced mechanical failure and is unreliable, and WHEREAS, the computer is no longer under warranty, and the cost for repair is unjustified ($330 for the part plus labor and shipping), and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 59
WHEREAS, Ascentia has been bought out by Gateway and will honor warranties, but equipment no longer under warranty is being addressed with no estimated time for completion, and WHEREAS, this piece of equipment is essential for the efficient operation of the Legislative Office, and WHEREAS, there is $400 remaining in the Legislative equipment budget that can be used towards this purchase. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,900 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.207 for the purchase of a new laptop computer. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 163 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR SOFTWARE – HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION WHEREAS, there are insufficient funds in the Administration account 5010.278 to cover the expense of the Equipment Rental Rates Blue Book Software, and WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee have agreed that there is a need to update the Equipment Rental Rates that are used by the towns and villages as well as the county highway departments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $610.00 from 5010.431 to 5010.278, and authorize the Highway Superintendent to purchase the necessary Rental Rate Blue Book Computer Software. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 164 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR DATA COLLECTION SERVICES – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Charles Chamberlain for data collection services in the Town of Orange at the rate of $8 per parcel, for the year 2000, in a total amount not to exceed $7,000, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 165 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE AN AMENDED CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES – DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, there is currently a contract for legal services between the District Attorney and John C. T. Hayes with a term of January 1, 1998 through December 31, 2001, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney has requested an increase in monthly payments made under the contract to $1,208.34 per month, or an annual total of $14,500, said increase approved and in the 2000 budget in account no. 1165.435. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an amended contract with John C. T. Hayes for legal services for the District Attorney’s Office for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001 at a monthly payment of $1,208.34, or an annual total of $14,500; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 166 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE ONE (1) ADDITIONAL RESOLUTION BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) additional resolution be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 167 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES – CLARK/STURTON WHEREAS, application for a correction of the 2000 Tax Roll has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the Tax Roll for parcel #49.19-1-5.12, and 60 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the bill and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined by Section 550(2)(C) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the 2000 Town and County Tax Roll be corrected to reflect a tax due of $440.33 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $266.22 and charge back the Town of Tyrone $94.13 for the Town Tax, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Town of Tyrone Tax Collector. VOTE: Passed 7-0. NEW BUSINESS: Acting Chairman Young stated that the Legislature received a letter from Tioga County in regards to a Senate Bill that would, in non-charter counties, empower local governments to provide for the appointment and removal of the Director of Community Services rather than the Community Services Board. Legislator Hastings said that Tioga County is having difficulties with their Mental Health Department. She would prefer that our Mental Health Director give us some input on this. Duane Spilde, Director of Community Services, said he agrees with Legislator Hastings about Tioga County. He feels the current law and procedure are adequate. He also feels the Community Services Board keeps themselves informed. While the law does authorize the Community Services Board (CSB) to appoint and remove the Director of Community Services, it is subject to the final approval of the Legislature. He knows the history of Tioga County and does not feel it is warranted or necessary. Legislator Hastings feels the Legislature should have some feedback from the CSB. Legislator Bleiler asked if this bill would eliminate the old one. Duane said he believes it would replace the current law, yes. Acting ChairmanYoung asked the pleasure of the board. Tioga County is looking for an answer by March 17, 2000. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to not support the bill, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Legislator Bleiler stated that he is just seeing this for the first time tonight and he will have to abstain on the vote. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. Abstain: Bleiler. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MOTION by Legislator Hastings to request an executive session following the meeting to discuss possible litigation, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. Legislator Hastings requested that a plaque be made listing the families that were given the Year of the Family award in 1998 while she was Chairman. MOTION by Legislator Larison to find money in the budget to purchase a plaque, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. Acting ChairmanYoung stated that the Environmental Management Council (EMC) is looking for members. Legislator Hastings asked if an ad could be placed in the paper asking for members. The Clerk said she would work with Cooperative Extension. Nancy Peters, Treasurer, said her husband has made it known that he would be happy to serve on the EMC. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. She made a statement for the record. It will be tough to fill Phil Barnes shoes as Undersheriff. He is a wonderful person and had the ability to deal with people and was on a lot of outside committees. Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management and Finance Committee. He stated that the sales tax revenue is a little under where the county should be at this time. He also reported that the Health Insurance Review Committee has been hard at work. They met with GHI and Blue Cross Blue Shield and a Doctors Association called TTAP. Currently they are in the process of doing a survey for the employees to fill out. When the committee is done, if they do not have a cost savings it will not be because they have not tried. Legislator Larison reported that he is delighted to hear that there will be no water tax charge from the State. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 61
Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. At the last Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) meeting, the agency adopted a policy on trying to improve agriculture business in the community. With a 100% tax abatement, they are trying to get the farming industry going for new businesses to compliment the wine industry. Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. Currently the Home Health Agency is doing blood pressure screening. She also announced that it is colon cancer month and there are free kits available in Public Health. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Fred Yahn asked what the current timeline is for the Water/Sewer District. Legislator Marvel explained that because the Town of Dix has taken over, the timeline may have changed. The target date was originally for May or June, 2000. It could be behind by a month or two now that things have changed hands. PRESENTATION BY MICHELLE BENJAMIN ON RECYCLING: Michelle introduced herself as the Recycling/Solid Waste Coordinator for the Schuyler County Cornell Cooperative Extension Office. She informed the public that there will be a Household Hazardous Waste Day coming up in May along with Radon education. She has seen a big change in recycling over the last ten years. In 1994 recycling leveled off. She is currently running a program called Seniors Teaching Environmental Programs to Students (STEPS). She explained some of the things they do in the schools to show how recycling can make a difference. She brings in a bag of garbage and goes over each item with the students to show them what can be recycled and what can not. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to go into executive session to discuss possible litigation, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Larison to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bingell Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. The Meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING MARCH 15, 2000
The Public Hearing on the Schuyler County Community Development Block Grant application was called to order by Acting Chairman Hastings at 6:30 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers. All Legislators were present except for Chairman Gifford and Legislator Karius who were excused. Acting Chairman Hastings turned the meeting over to Brian Williams from Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED). Brian explained that the Empire State Community Development Corporation issued applications for the U.S. Small Cities program. This is their first year of administering this program. Schuyler County has authorized SCOPED to submit an application on their behalf. One of the requirements of the application is to allow the public to comment on community development needs in preparation of the application. Brian made the SCOPED Action Plan available for review, as well as SCOPED’s Vision and Mission Statement. These documents are available for public review in both the SCOPED and Legislative Offices. The U.S. Small Cities Program used to call for the development of an abbreviated consolidated plan. The only requirement now is a brief community development needs analysis, which is to be kept on file. Brian briefly reviewed the goals listed under SCOPED’s Mission Statement and explained that the full Action Plan takes each of these goals and lists specific ways to meet them. There will be a subsequent public hearing after the application is complete. This public hearing will be held on April 5, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rural Urban Center Auditorium in Montour Falls. Mary King asked what entity authorized SCOPED to act in this capacity? Brian explained that SCOPED is a not-for-profit organization made up of public and private membership and they have been authorized by the Legislature to be the official economic development agency for the county. The Legislature will formally approve the grant application. There will be a grant application prepared for the second public hearing. Mary King feels a truck bypass would be a great 62 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE idea for this area. This would bring vehicle traffic through the town without the congestion of truck traffic. There was discussion on how this idea was discussed in the past, the possibility of I86 changing the complexion of Route 14 and the fact that it takes the state 10-15 years to see a projection through to completion. Legislator Young asked what types of businesses are envisioned to go into the business park? Brian said that the feasibility study identified such businesses as high tech development, warehousing, office space, but no industry. Acting Chairman Hastings asked why Chemung County is better able to attract businesses, and referenced the vacant Jamesway property. Brian noted that the business park will hopefully help attract different businesses. Susan Payne explained that the biggest problem in Schuyler County is the lack of shovel- ready sites. Chemung County has more of these types of sites to offer. Brian also noted that an issue with the Jamesway property is the restrictive zoning laws. The business park would have regulations in place to allow a multitude of different businesses. Legislator Young noted that along Franklin Street, the upstairs of the buildings appear to be empty. It seems to her that those spaces could be used for office space. She is not aware of the ownership issues or the structural concerns. Susan Payne said the biggest problem is the individual ownership of the buildings. Renovation of those older buildings is a huge expense. Susan added that one of the items in SCOPED’s Action Plan is to come up with a comprehensive plan which might qualify the project for grants. The Action Plan suggests village revitalization plans for all the villages, they all have similar issues. SCOPED is working with the county planning office on the comprehensive plan which is underway and also the Watkins Glen Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. They are involved with both of those efforts. One hope of the business park is to attract employees that make a fair wage who will have housing needs and this will instigate housing efforts. Mary King asked if the villages are working in cooperation with the county? Brian said there is the county comprehensive plan that they have been doing a lot of background work on and they are going to go out to the villages and the towns as part of their presentation. There should be public notices out on that in the next few months. SCOPED’s membership consists of one individual to represent the four villages and two individuals to represent the county. Legislator Marvel feels because of SCOPED there is a more coordinated effort than in the past. Brian also noted that SCOPED reports to the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee of the Legislature on a monthly basis. The Public Hearing adjourned at 7:07 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING APRIL 5, 2000
The Public Hearing on the Schuyler County Community Development Block Grant application was called to order by Acting Chairman Young at 6:30 p.m. at the Rural Urban Center, Montour Falls, New York. All Legislators were present except for Chairman Gifford who was absent and Legislator Hastings who was excused. Acting Chairman Young turned the meeting over to Brian Williams from Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED). Brian explained that this is the second public hearing that Schuyler County has conducted in regards to the Empire State Community Development Block Grant Small Cities program. The first public hearing was held on March 15, 2000 to hear issues people might have on economic development. After that public hearing was over, SCOPED could then proceed with the application process. SCOPED is now working on the application and receiving information from partners and officials. The amount they are requesting is $600,000 for an economic development project involving the extension of water and sewer within the Town of Dix in order to promote a business park and to also benefit the residents along the route. The county will have an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Dix to provide assistance and support to the Town with this project. The county also has a contract with SCOPED for grant administration, therefore, the county can turn the funds over to the Town of Dix. This falls in line with SCOPED’s two-year Action Plan to create jobs and promote tourism. Watkins Glen International has expressed an interest in the PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 63 project. They are currently operating with substandard sewer and water facilities. They have to rely on failing wells and an unreliable spring. The proposed business park should provide 200 to 300 jobs. The Legislature will formally approve the grant application by resolution on April 10, 2000. Brian made the SCOPED Action Plan available for review, a project description and features document, as well as a facts and information for Town of Dix residents document. These documents are available for public review in both the SCOPED and Legislative Offices. Legislator Marvel asked Brian why the county is applying for these funds and not the Town of Dix. Brian explained that the Town of Dix could only apply for $400,000. Empire State allows the county to apply because of the intermunicipal agreement. Brian added that this grant program is interested in providing job opportunities for low and middle-income individuals. It should also put an emphasis on hiring at Watkins Glen International for low and middle-income individuals. Legislator Marvel asked Brian if he has received any feedback from Empire State on this application. Brian said he feels there is a good indication and chance the county will receive this money. Legislator Young asked what stage the formation is in, in regards to the 24 steps to create the district. Legislator Marvel stated that they are at item 1 now. Brian explained that the Town of Dix Board has authorized an engineering study and the funds are already committed to the town from this grant. Legislator Marvel stated that the Town of Dix has authorized and allowed request for proposals for engineering, however, they have not selected the firm. They are trying to clarify whether or not they need to hold a public referendum. Brian explained that there are currently two petitions asking for a public referendum from the residents. The Public Hearing adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 10, 2000
The April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Marvel and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislators Hastings and Larison who were excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PRESENTATIONS: Charlie Fausold from Cornell Cooperative Extension presented the Farm Family of the Year award to the Sawmill Creek Vineyards, Jim Hazlitt and his family. Charlie Fausold also presented the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan along with Ben Dickens Chair of the Agriculture and Farmland Board. There has been a need for this plan since 1991. A few farmers in Hector decided to start things by creating an Agricultural District back then. With help from Cornell Cooperative Extension, Agricultural District #1 became a reality in 1995. It is entirely made up of the Town of Hector. Since then Agricultural District #2 and #3 have been adopted. Now a plan can take place with all three districts in order. This allows for the fullest protection for local farmers. Mr. Dickens wanted to personally and publicly thank the Agriculture and Farmland Board, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Shepstone Firm who helped with the development of the plan. Mr. Shepstone presented the plan for approval. He then previewed the plan for the legislators. He has enjoyed working with the community in Schuyler County. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF: Bill Hayes said he is interested in reading the actual proposal. He informed the Legislature that some individuals have requested a permissive referendum due to the lack of interest to participate. They are angry and want it known that the district is not wanted. He would hate to see this district move along for months and have the final vote fail by the residents. 64 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
He himself is not interested in the district. He does believe the local law is true, Watkins Glen International (WGI) is huge and they are in need of this district. The local law states that the Legislature is doing this to support WGI and others to include private residents and a proposed business park. The private residents are not in support of this district. Personally, he feels strongly that the district is needed for development and for WGI. He is concerned about someone laying pipe on his property. It is not a fair choice to make between having nothing or having this district. The residents should be given the opportunity to participate or not to participate. He feels the language in the local law should read “might include private residents”. County Attorney Coleman stated that an important distinction is being missed. The roll of this legislative body has nothing to do with excluding or including residents. The Town of Dix has to do that. The fact that our local law says to include residents, has no impact on the Town’s definitive action on who is in or out. Kevin Hughey said he is flexible and is not against WGI. He does feel there is a better way for them to manage their problems. He is not in agreement with the proposed business park on Wedgwood Road. He feels it should be some other place in the county, which is further developed. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS: County Attorney Coleman gave a brief explanation. This is to further protect the county from liability from physical conditions. We now have newer legislation that allows us to do more. It allows us to now protect ourselves in regards to sidewalks, bridges, etc. The person must notify the municipality first of the need for repair. RESOLUTION NO. 168 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 13, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND THE MARCH 15, 2000 AND APRIL 5, 2000 PUBLIC HEARINGS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting, and the March 15, 2000 and April 5, 2000 Public Hearings of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 169 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: ESTABLISH FEE FOR REPLACEMENT OF PHOTO I.D. CARDS – PERSONNEL WHEREAS, Schuyler County requires all employees to have a photo ID card and does provide it at the County’s expense, and WHEREAS, employees from time to time request replacement cards for various reasons especially loss of cards. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that replacement cards will be provided upon request with a $5.00 fee to be paid by the employee, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this policy will become part of the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 170 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION FEES - PERSONNEL WHEREAS, the State Civil Service Commission has increased its application fees. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that effective April 15, 2000 the Schuyler County Civil Service application fees will be in effect, as follows: Deputy Sheriff/Police Officer $12.50 All other competitive positions 7.50 All non-competitive/labor positions 5.00 VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 171 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE SALARY FOR OFFICE FOR THE AGING CASE SUPERVISOR GRADE B WHEREAS, the Personnel Officer recommended the Office for the Aging (OFA) Case Supervisor Grade B be placed in Grade XXII of the CSEA Administrative Unit contract, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 65
WHEREAS, due to a clerical error, the salary for the position was incorrectly stated as $13.40 per hour and the position was filled at that salary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the current employee will be compensated at the rate of $13.40 per hour as stated in the letter offering her the position, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any future employee in that title will be hired at the appropriate salary for Grade XXII or future grade established by the Legislature as a result of the Civil Service Classification Survey and negotiated with CSEA. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 172 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING PERSONNEL CLERK POSITION – PERSONNEL – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, there is a vacancy in the Personnel Clerk position in the Civil Service/Personnel Department which has been vacant for more than 90 days, and WHEREAS, there is a need to fill said vacancy to provide the appropriate level of civil service functions to the 8 towns, 4 villages and 2 school districts as well as the county, and WHEREAS, the increasing personnel responsibilities performed for the county require more work hours. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the hiring of a Personnel Clerk at the rate of $20,900.00 per year in Grade B of the Management Confidential Salary Plan, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the funding for this position be transferred from Contingency Account No. 1990.5 into Personnel Account No. 1430.100, in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 173 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: ADOPTION OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION MODEL PLAN WHEREAS, the New York State Deferred Compensation Board (the “Board”), pursuant to Section 5 of the New York State Finance Law (“Section 5”) and the Regulations of the New York State Deferred Compensation Board (the “Regulations”), has promulgated the Model Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of the Schuyler County (the “Model Plan”) and offers the Model Plan for adoption by local employers, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County, pursuant to Section 5 and the Regulations, has adopted and currently administers the Model Plan known as the Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, effective January 1, 2000, the Board amended the Model Plan to include modifications required by the U.S. Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Service (the “Internal Revenue Service”) in conjunction with a favorable letter ruling that it issued concerning the status of the Model Plan as an “eligible deferred compensation plan” under Section 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code and to permit participants who elect to receive benefit distributions in the form of a larger initial distribution followed by smaller installment payments to delay the commencement of installment payments for a period of just less than two years from the payment of the initial distribution, and WHEREAS, the Board has offered for adoption the amended and restated Model Plan to each Model Plan sponsored by a local employer in accordance with the Regulations, and WHEREAS, upon due deliberation, the Schuyler County Legislature has concluded that it is prudent and appropriate to amend the Deferred Compensation Model Plan for Employees of the Schuyler County by adopting the amended and restated Model Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby amends the Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of Schuyler County effective April 11, 2000 by adopting the amended and restated Model Plan effective January 1, 2000, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 174 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: PROCLAIM WEEK OF APRIL 9-15, 2000 AS “VOLUNTEER WEEK” 66 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the citizens of Schuyler County have, through selfless dedication, given of themselves for the betterment of this community, and WHEREAS, these citizens serve, through countless hours of volunteering, the agencies and institutions of Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby proclaim April 9-15, 2000 as “Volunteer Week” in Schuyler County, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Legislature further hopes that these dedicated volunteers continue to enrich our lives, through their most excellent example; their warmth, commitment and generosity, being an inspiration to us all. To each of them we express the thanks of a grateful citizenry. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 175A Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 175 TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF TRANSFER TO $5,000 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 175 be amended to change the transfer amount to $5,000. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler explained that this resolution needs to be increased to $5,000. There are advertising bills already accumulating $2,979 and there will be more coming in to pay. He explained that this money is coming from the salary of the position that has not been spent. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Young. RESOLUTION NO. 175 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ADVERTISEMENT – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the Legislature authorized funding for advertisement for a County Administrator position in 1999, and WHEREAS, the advertisement process is going to be repeated and there are no funds in the 2000 budget to pay for said advertisement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds up to $5,000 as needed from County Administrator account no. 1230.100-Personal Services to 1230.402- Advertising. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she will be voting no on this resolution. She has consistently opposed this issue and feels money should not be spent this way. She also feels the county should hire a grant writer instead of a County Administrator. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Young. RESOLUTION NO. 176 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Building & Grounds Department has an outdated and unusable computer and monitor, which have been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computer and monitor surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computer and monitor and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Relysis Monitor S/N 30218161 One (1) Serendipity Computer S/N Acc032586 VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 177 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - PROBATION WHEREAS, the Probation Department has unusable chairs, which have been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chairs surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chairs and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 67
One (1) Hon Brown Swivel Chair with Arms One (1) Brown Cloth Chair on Casters VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 178 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL - TIME CARD POLICY WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has requested that the deadline for employee time cards to be submitted to that office be changed from 4:30 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Time Card Policy be amended to read as follows in the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures Manual: TIME CARDS All employees are responsible for submitting time cards to their supervisors on a bi-weekly basis. The information on the documents should be accurate. These time cards are to be submitted to the Office of the County Treasurer no later than 1:00 P.M. every other Monday. When the Monday that time cards are due is a holiday, they will be due by 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 179 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND PURCHASE OF BURSTER – TREASURER WHEREAS, the Treasurer’s Office is in need of a burster to increase the efficiency of the office and to eliminate the time consuming, repetitive operation of tearing apart computer forms, and WHEREAS, the Treasurer has excess funds in her personal services account due to the vacancy in the payroll clerk position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is hereby authorized to purchase a burster and transfer $4,291.10 from Treasurer account no. 1325.100-Personal Services to account no. 1325.200- equipment. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 180 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: ADOPT FAIR HOUSING PLAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH US DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature understands the importance of taking action to further fair housing, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County is committed to meetings its responsibilities in this respect as a recipient of Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the purpose of undertaking housing, economic development and public facility projects, and WHEREAS, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the County Planner has been appointed as the Fair Housing Officer for the County of Schuyler, and WHEREAS, a plan has been developed by the Fair Housing Officer to ensure that residents are aware of fair housing provisions under Federal and State law and of the processes and assistance available to obtain compliance with existing statutes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts said Fair Housing Plan. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 181 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE QUALITY COMMUNITIES DEMONSTRATION PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has charged the Schuyler County Planning Commission with preparing a new Schuyler County Comprehensive Plan, a collaborative process involving the County, its 68 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE eight towns and four villages, and WHEREAS, a need for providing citizens, planners and community leaders accurate and informative data in a clear and comprehensible format has become critical, and WHEREAS, New York State Office of Local Governmental and Community Services has announced a Quality Communities Demonstration Program, funding collaborations in community planning for creative, locally developed projects that will improve opportunities for sustainable community development, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) has contracted with the County to provide grant writing and administration services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes application for funds through the Quality Communities Demonstration Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County, and SCOPED be hereby authorized to prepare, sign and submit the application to New York State. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 182 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE REGARDING ACCEPTANCE OF A SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLAN WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 541 the 1997 Schuyler County Legislature declared its support for an application by the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board to the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets for grant funding to assist in the preparation of an agriculture and farmland protection plan for Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board, with assistance from Cornell Cooperative Extension, the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District and consultant expertise has, through farm visits, surveys, public meetings and a conference sought to determine the needs and opportunities facing Schuyler County agriculture, and WHEREAS agriculture is essential to the long term economic, cultural and social vitality of the County, and WHEREAS, the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board has prepared a Schuyler County Agricultural Development and Farmland Protection Plan with goals, objectives, and recommendations for protecting and enhancing agriculture in Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Schuyler County Legislature hereby accepts and endorses the Schuyler County Agricultural Development and Farmland Protection Plan and authorizes submission of the plan to the New York Sate Department of Agriculture and Markets for its review. 2. Agencies, departments, organizations and individuals concerned with agriculture in Schuyler County are encouraged to consider and, where appropriate, act upon the goals, objectives and recommendations contained in the Plan. 3. The Schuyler County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board is to be commended for its excellent work on this important project. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 183 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE PROPOSAL TO CREATE AN AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT COMPROMISING OF CERTAIN LANDS IN THE TOWN OF CATHARINE, CAYUTA AND MONTOUR TO BE KNOWN AS SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #3 WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature was presented petitions on October 11, 1999 in support of a proposal to create an agricultural district pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State comprising certain lands in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour, to be known as Schuyler County Agricultural District #3, and WHEREAS, the New York State Agricultural Districts Law, enacted in 1971, has been the state’s most effective tool for maintaining lands in agriculture and which recognizes that agricultural lands are an important PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 69 and irreplaceable resource, that they are being lost due to development, high costs of doing business, and regulatory restraints, and that certain actions can be taken to retain lands in agriculture, and WHEREAS, Agricultural District designation provides the following limited mechanisms for assisting farmers and protecting agricultural land: eligibility for agricultural assessments limitation on local regulations which inhibit farming operations, unless necessary for public health and safety encouragement of consistency with agricultural district program objectives by state agencies and policies limitations on the exercise of eminent domain and other public acquisitions notice requirements on public actions and review of the effect of such actions on farming restrictions on benefit assessments, special ad valorem levies or other rates or fees in certain improvement districts or benefit areas to one-half acre surrounding any dwelling or non-farm structure four year property tax exemptions for lands on which there are certain crop or orchard re-plantings or extensions promotion of the coordination of local planning and land use decision-making with the agricultural district program provides a limited defense from public nuisance lawsuits against sound agricultural practices prior to purchasing land in an agricultural district, buyers are to be informed that their property is in the district and that certain activities, smells, and sounds are to be expected, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature provided for the initial 30-day public comment period on the proposal which ran from October 18, 1999, to November 17, 1999, and WHEREAS, the proposal was reviewed and commented on by the Schuyler County Planning Commission and the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board as required, revised by the staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension as necessary, and forwarded to the Legislature for consideration of approval, and WHEREAS, subsequently, the Schuyler County Legislature advertised for and conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed district on January 19, 2000, at which time comments were received that additional lands should be included in and some landowners requested being excluded from the proposed district, and WHEREAS, the staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board have further studied the matter and have developed a proposed modification to the original agricultural district proposal, and WHEREAS, the original Agricultural District #3 proposal together with the proposed modifications have been presented to the Schuyler County Legislature at this regular meeting on April 10, 2000, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts as a plan the original Schuyler County Agricultural District #3 proposal (as of October 11, 1999) together with the proposed modifications (dated March 23, 2000). This plan includes 14,446 acres and 311 parcels comprised of active farms and viable farmlands in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour and, to the extent feasible, excludes non-viable farm land and non-farm land. 2. The review period for Agricultural District #3 shall be eight years. 3. The Clerk of the Legislature shall cause this adopted plan for Agricultural District #3 to be forwarded to the New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets for certification pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 184 Motion by Young, Second by Karius. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM SENECA MEADOWS, INC. FOR TIRE COLLECTION DAY WHEREAS, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension has solicited quotes for a Tire Collection Day program, and 70 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension will reimburse Schuyler County for the cost incurred from this program, including any advertising expenses. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Schuyler County Attorney, this Legislature hereby accept the proposal from Seneca Meadows, Inc. in the amount of $2,600.00, to be funded from account no. 8160.346, for a Tire Collection Day to be held on Saturday, May 20, 2000 at the Schuyler County Highway Barns, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the above-referenced proposal acceptance; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 185 Motion by Young, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CHANGE IN APPOINTED DIRECTOR TO REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENERGY CORPORATION (REDEC) BOARD WHEREAS, Article IV Section 5b of the REDEC bylaws state that the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency shall be entitled to one (1) appointed director to the REDEC Board, and WHEREAS, the Executive Director of SCOPED is representing SCOPED as a board member of REDEC, and WHEREAS, REDEC considers SCOPED to be the economic development partner in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, it has been requested by the REDEC Board that the Schuyler County Legislature request REDEC to change their bylaws to reflect this change. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Executive Director of SCOPED to be a board member of REDEC, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a letter necessary to effectuate this change, as described above, to be forwarded to REDEC. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 186 Motion by Young, Second by Karius. RE: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION TO US DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR FY2000 EDI-SPECIAL PROJECT WHEREAS, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development has appropriated $925,000 to the County of Schuyler, New York for the Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) to develop a business park and revitalize Watkins Glen International (Congressional Record, October 13, 1999) as a FY 2000 Economic Development Initiative (EDI) – Special Project, and WHEREAS, these funds will be used for the extension of water and sewer form the Village of Watkins Glen to Watkins Glen International and the proposed Schuyler County Business Park, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County will obtain and disburse these funds for the Town of Dix under the terms of an inter-municipal agreement, and WHEREAS, the County must submit an application for the funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee and SCOPED be authorized to prepare, sign and submit the above-described application to HUD. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 187 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SMALL CITIES APPLICATION PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 71
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has prepared for submission an application under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2000 New York State (previously US HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities program, and WHEREAS, this application was prepared by Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) under the terms of a contract between Schuyler County and SCOPED for Grant Writing and Administrative Services, and WHEREAS, the application will be for funds to extend water and sewer lines from the Village of Watkins Glen along County Route 17 and Wedgwood Road to Watkins Glen International Speedway, a project of significant economic benefit to both the Town of Dix and Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, this application is being submitted by Schuyler County (the “Facilitating Agency”) for the Town of Dix (the “Lead Agency”) under the terms of an inter-municipal agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes an application for funds through the CDBG, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the County’s application as described above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 188 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law providing for the participation of the County of Schuyler in the Town of Dix Water and Sewer District creation process and for the provision of certain services and funds to the Town of Dix in furtherance thereof was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held April 10, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 8 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 8 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law providing for the participation of the County of Schuyler in the Town of Dix Water and Sewer District Creation Process and for the provision of certain services and funds to the Town of Dix in furtherance thereof. SECTION 1. HISTORY AND INTENT. The Town of Dix is the site of one of New York State’s most popular tourist destinations. Watkins Glen International’s annual racing schedule attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and contributes in excess of $176,000,000 annually to this State’s economy and significantly impacts the limited infrastructure resources available in the rural township. In fact, two of the most important municipal amenities do not exist to service ever-growing numbers of visitors, participants and support staff. The Town has no municipal water or sewer and has undertaken a project in accordance with Article 12 of the Town Law to create water and sewer districts serving the Watkins Glen International facility and environs. Given the sheer number of people in attendance throughout a season and the limited hydrological and site sewage disposal capabilities available through private means, the Schuyler County Legislature finds that the County of Schuyler has definite public health, safety and economic interests at stake in the future of the racing facilities in the Town of Dix. The Legislature further finds that any serious breakdown in the private on-premises water and septic facilities could create a critical 72 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE public health and safety situation and, if prolonged, an economic catastrophe. Additionally, fire protection, law enforcement and traffic control would be materially adversely affected in the event of a utility shortage or cessation. Accordingly, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined it to be in the general public interest county-wide that the county and its agencies lend all possible aid and assistance to the Town of Dix in creating water and sewer districts to service the Watkins Glen International facilities and other district users to include private residences and a proposed business park. SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION. The County of Schuyler and all of its officers, agencies and employees shall be and hereby are authorized to provide such support, services, materials and funds as the County Legislature shall hereafter determine in support of the Town of Dix water and sewer districts abovementioned. SECTION 3. FUNDING. Funds may be advanced against grants, directed to the Town through the County or appropriated directly by the County to either the Town or third parties, provided however, that all such funding shall be approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and the Schuyler County Treasurer and shall otherwise be in accordance with applicable law and regulations. SECTION 4. INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 5-G OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW. The County of Schuyler is authorized to enter into an intermunicipal cooperation agreement with the Town of Dix for the purpose of carrying out the intent hereof in providing assistance and support to the town in creating water and sewer districts, development of project timetables, planning and oversight, the letting of contracts, solicitation of proposals, administration, financing, the physical installation of facilities and infrastructure improvements and related activities, provided however, that nothing herein shall be construed as authorizing a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County of Schuyler toward any bonds, notes or other instruments of public debt arising in consequence of said water and sewer district project. SECTION 5. SEPARABILITY OF PROVISION. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgement, decree or order shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation of the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment, decree or order shall be been rendered. SECTION 6. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young suggested that they change the wording to say might or may include residents. The Clerk advised the board that if a change is made, the local law would have to be re-advertised and would have to wait another month. Legislator Young made a motion to amend the local law, which received no second. Legislator Bleiler asked Legislator Marvel if one more month would affect any grant application deadlines. Legislator Marvel said yes, and the County can not legally assist the Town of Dix without this agreement. Legislator Bleiler suggested creating a memorandum of agreement that says this Legislature understands and intends to include these parties based on their own desire to participate in the district. Attorney Coleman said he sees nothing wrong with doing that. Legislator Marvel has no objection. Legislator Bleiler said he will ask for a motion under New Business. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 189 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: PROCLAIM WEEK OF MAY 7-13, 2000 AS “NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK” WHEREAS, National Tourism Week for 2000 is being celebrated nationally from May 7-13, 2000, and WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region encompasses 14 west central New York State Counties and has been recognized as one of the premier destination vacationlands in the United States, and WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Association, the oldest tourism promotion agency in the country and the largest in New York State, has been promoting tourism since 1919, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 73
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce, the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency, also promotes tourism in our region, and WHEREAS, Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben Counties, in conjunction with Corning Enterprises, is current working on a Branding Initiative to further promote the Finger Lakes Region, and WHEREAS, there are nearly 8,000 tourism businesses in the Finger Lakes Region providing approximately 80,000 jobs with an annual payroll of over $821,000,000, and WHEREAS, the Finger lakes Region’s Activity Index reflects more than 22.2 million visitations, and WHEREAS, this results in an overall economic impact in excess of 2.3 billion dollars annually in the Finger Lakes Region, and WHEREAS, tourism in the Finger Lakes Vacationland ranks with agriculture, manufacturing and education as a major factor in the Region’s economy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby declares May 7- 13, 2000 as National Tourism Week in Schuyler County and National Recognition Day May 10, 2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce and the Finger Lakes Association. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 190 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING NATIONAL NURSES WEEK – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the 2.6 million registered nurses in the United States comprise our nation’s largest health care profession, and WHEREAS, the depth and breadth of the registered nursing profession meets the different and emerging health care needs of the American population in a wide range of settings, and WHEREAS, the American Nurses Association, as the voice for the registered nurses of this country, is working to chart a course for a healthy nation that relies on increasing delivery of primary and preventive health care, and WHEREAS, a renewed emphasis on primary and preventive health care will require the better utilization of all of our nation’s registered nursing resources, and WHEREAS, professional nursing has been demonstrated to be an indispensable component in the safety and quality of care of hospitalized patients, and WHEREAS, the demand for registered nursing services will be greater than ever because of the aging of the American population, the continuing expansion of life-sustaining technology, and the explosive growth of home health care services, and WHEREAS, more qualified registered nurses will be needed in the future to meet the increasing complex needs of health care consumers in this community, and WHEREAS, cost-effective, safe and quality health care services provided by registered nurses will be an ever more important component of the U.S. health care delivery system in the future. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature declares the week of May 6-12, 2000 as National Nurses Week 2000 with the theme “Nurses: Keeping the Care in Healthcare” and asks all residents join them in honoring the registered nurses who care for all of us, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the community celebrate nurses’ accomplishments and efforts to improve our health care system and show our appreciation for all our community’s nurses at Schuyler County Public Health, Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic, Schuyler Hospital, The Falls Home, Schuyler Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Facility, local Schools and Doctor’s offices. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 191 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL AS ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the consumption of alcohol and other drugs often results in enormous personal, economic and social consequences for many individuals and communities, and WHEREAS, it is essential that a full range of appropriate and needed alcoholism and substance abuse treatment and prevention services remain available and accessible in the community, providing a continuum of 74 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE quality programming in a cost-efficient and effective manner for addicted persons, family members and others at risk, and WHEREAS, the efficacy of such treatment and prevention efforts in minimizing the financial and human costs of chemical abuse to communities is being increasingly recognized throughout the country. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature extends its recognition and appreciation to all the staff at the Finger Lakes Addictions Counseling and Referral Agency and the Council on Alcoholism and Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc. for the important and dedicated services they provide, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature recognizes April as Alcohol Awareness Month. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 192 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH WHEREAS, almost 2,000 infants and young children in the United States die from the abuse or neglect of parents or caregivers each year, with another 140,000 sustaining physical injuries, and WHEREAS, each year, thousands of child abuse and neglect cases are reported to the Child Protective Services, with the numbers increasing yearly, and WHEREAS, the effects of childhood abuse and neglect are devastating and costly to society, and WHEREAS, in 1982, President Ronald Reagan declared April to be Child Abuse Prevention Month, and WHEREAS, all children have the right to have their basic needs met. Prevention is the best way to keep children from harm, and prevention is the responsibility of the community, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County’s Child Protective and Preventive Services work diligently protecting children, strengthening families, expediting permanent placement, when needed, and expanding and improving activities to prevent child abuse. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature declares April as Child Abuse Prevention month and asks the residents of Schuyler County to join them in recognizing and honoring all persons in the community who work to prevent child abuse, who provide our children the supportive environment needed to develop their full potential, and who work to protect and support abused children. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 193 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE APPROVAL OF THE LEAD POISONING PREVENTION PROGRAM 2000-2001 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Department of Health has awarded $25,000 to Schuyler County Public Health Agency for the continuation of the Lead Program for the period April 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Public Health and the Chairman of the Legislature to execute an agreement with the New York State Department of Health for the childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant for the period April 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001, in the amount of $25,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 2000-2001 budget be established as follows: $14,120.00 4010.100-4072 Personal Services 4,000.00 4010.200-4072 Equipment 1,000.00 4010.400-4072 Supplies 4,880.00 4010.489-4072 Fringe Benefits 1,000.00 4010.579-4072 Lead Testing TOTAL $25,000.00 4010-4401-4072 Federal Aid VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 194 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT CONSOLIDATION OF A REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND ABOLISH THE LOCAL HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE – PUBLIC HEALTH PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 75
WHEREAS, via participation in the S2AY Network, the counties involved have created a Regional Health Services Advisory Committee with representation from each of the participating counties, and WHEREAS, this has been discussed with the Local Health Services Advisory Committee, and the Committee noted it would be duplicative to continue the Local Health Services Advisory Committee and unanimously support abolishing it, and WHEREAS, the members on the Local Health Services Advisory Committee will move to the Professional Advisory Committee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature supports the proposal for a Regional Health Services Advisory Committee and abolishes the Local Health Services Advisory Committee, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Professional Advisory Committee effective immediately, with the term expiring December 31, 2000: Sharon Bingell Deborah Bailey Thomas Klaseus Eunice Nayo, M.D. Carol Bossard Verna Shrout VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 195 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH FINGER LAKES PARENT NETWORK – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Mental Health has authorized an increase in the Finger Lakes Parent Network Agreement of $150.00, due to a Cost of Living Allocation (COLA), and this is the only change to this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an agreement with the Finger Lakes Parent Network for the year 2000 in an amount not to exceed $12,150.00; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 196 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE OUT OF STATE TRAVEL – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, as part of the New York State Association of County Health Officials (NYSACHO)’s 1999 Immunization Action Plan (AIP) grant, the New York State Department of Health has allocated funding for NYSACHO to sponsor one person from each consortia county to attend the National Immunization Conference, which will be held in Washington DC in July, 2000, and WHEREAS, it is desirable for a nurse in our agency to attend the conference, and out of state travel requires legislative approval. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Laura Bingell be authorized to travel out of state to attend the aforementioned conference. There will be no additional cost to the County. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 197 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF STAFF SOCIAL WORKER POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there will be a Staff Social Worker vacancy in the Mental Health Clinic in the near future, and it is desirous to fill this position, and WHEREAS, the current employee works 28 hours per week and it is desirous to increase that to 35 hours per week. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the Director of Community Services to fill the Staff Social Worker position, Grade 28, $16.42 per hour, in the Mental Health Clinic and increase the working hours to 35 hours per week; funding is available in the year 2000 budget. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 198 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATIVE TO THE ADDITION TO THE MILL CREEK CENTER 76 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 307-99 authorizes the Director of Public Health/Community Services and the Community Services Board to proceed with necessary arrangements, lease revisions, legal representation and all activities necessary relative to the addition to Mill Creek Center. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the Chairman of the Legislature to execute any and all documents relative to the above-mentioned project; subject to the approval of the County Attorney. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young feels this resolution is very vague. Legislator Bleiler said if there is any contract or document for the Chairman’s signature that was giving away the county or usurped the authority of the Legislature the County Attorney would stop it or the Treasurer. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 199 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES RELATIVE TO USE OF COUNTY CARS – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County policy on county vehicles states that employees who live outside the county are not permitted to take county vehicles home with the exception of emergency vehicles as designated by the Schuyler County Sheriff, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Public Health Department has nurses who live outside the County and provide on call coverage 24 hours per day, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Public Health/Community Services and the Health Services Committee that this policy be further amended to allow Public Health/Home Health nurses who live outside of the county to take county vehicles home when on call. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the amendment of the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures for use of county vehicles, as follows (bold type is amendment): USE OF COUNTY OWNED VEHICLES Certain County employees, who are required to be on 24 hour call, are provided a county owned vehicle to perform these services. However, no county owned vehicle shall be driven outside Schuyler County for transportation to and from a personal residence (per Res. No. 348-81). Further, such vehicle being used by an employee shall not be driven outside the County on personal business during the on-call period. Mileage will be paid to cover any county service call response for actual miles driven in a personal vehicle in accordance with the mileage reimbursement policy. The only exception shall be on-call Public Health/Home Health Nurses that live outside of the county as designated by the Director of Public Health/Community Services and authorized emergency vehicles as designated by the Schuyler County Sheriff. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 200 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: APPROVE TRANSFER OF A HALF-TIME ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST POSITION FROM PUBLIC HEALTH TO MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, in planning the relocation of the Public Health Department to the Mill Creek Center site, it is desirous to transfer a half-time Account Clerk Typist position to the Mental Health Clinic from the Public Health Office. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approves the Director of Community Services/Director of Public Health to transfer an Account Clerk Typist in Public Health to Mental Health for one-half of the workweek, funds being available in account no. 4310.100 for the hours spent in Mental Health. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 201 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHERRER AUCTION SERVICE FOR COUNTY AUCTION – HIGHWAY WHEREAS, there is a surplus of equipment in the Highway Department as well as other departments within Schuyler County, and the surrounding towns, villages and schools, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 77
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent, the Public Works Committee and the Purchasing Agent have agreed that the cost proposal from Scherrer Auction Service at the rate of 10% of gross sales is with the same terms as in the past is acceptable. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Scherrer Auction Service to conduct a Schuyler County Municipal Equipment Auction on August 26, 2000 at a commission rate of 10% of the gross sales; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 202 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR ICE CONTROL SAND WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc. P.O. Box 231 Easton, PA 18044-0231, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected: Dalrmyple Gravel & Contracting Co. Seneca Stone 2105 S. Broadway P.O. Box 76 Pine City, NY 14871 Fayette, NY 13065 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 203 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR PAVEMENT MARKINGS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: M & S Stripping Co. 134 Florence St. Mamaroneck, NY 10543, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bid be rejected: Chemi-Trol Chemical Co. 2776 C.R. 69 Gibson, Ohio 43431 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 204 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR GUIDERAIL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: Chemung Supply Corporation Highway Steel P.O. Box 527 P.O. Box 1243 Elmira, NY 14902 Fairport, NY 14450 78 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 205 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR SIGNS, POSTS, EXTENSIONS & SIGN BLANKS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: Chemung Supply Corporation Finger Lakes Supply Corporation P.O. Box 527 P.O. Box 522 Elmira, NY 14902 Hammondsport, NY 14840 Item 1 Only Items 2 & 3 Only Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 206 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BID FOR STEEL BELTED RADIAL TIRES WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: ONLY BID RECEIVED Ron Parmenter Motors, Inc. 2640 State Route 14 Montour Falls, NY 14865 Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 207 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR BANK RUN GRAVEL, MODIFIED GRAVEL, SAND & SELECT GRANULAR FILL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Wickhams Pit (Annella Wickham) Blades Construction 2300 Texas Hollow Road 7610 County Route 65 Odessa, NY 14869 P.O. Box 590 Hornell, NY 14843
Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc. Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. P.O. Box 231 2105 S. Broadway Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Pine City, NY 14871
Machuga Pit State Route 226 Tyrone, NY 14837 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 79
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 208 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BID FOR NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED AND ASPHALT TREATED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL PIPE- ARCH, NEW GALVANIZED FLARED END SECTIONS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: ONLY BID RECEIVED Chemung Supply P.O. Box 527 Elmira, NY 14902 Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 209 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR CRUSHED LIMESTONE & CRUSHED GRAVEL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc Dalrymple Gravel & Construction P.O. Box 231 2105 S. Broadway Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Pine City, NY 14871, and
Hanson Aggregates GLSC, Inc Seneca Stone Corporation P.O. Box 231 P.O. Box 76 Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Fayette, NY 13065 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 210 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR COLD MIX PATCHING MATERIALS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc. 2105 S. Broadway P.O. Box 231 Pine City, NY 14871 Easton, PA 18044-0231
Seneca Stone Corporation IMUS, Inc. PO Box 76 800 Black River Blvd. Fayette, NY 13065 Rome, NY 13440, and
Central Asphalt Cayuta Emulsions 80 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
20 Fairground Lane 25 Town Barn Road Watkins Glen, NY 14891 South Lansing, NY 14882 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 211 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR USED STEEL PIPE WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Chemung Supply Corporation Allegany Pipe & Tubular Products PO Box 527 2954 CR-22 Elmira, NY 14902 Andover, NY 14806 Items 2, 5, 8, 10, 11, 14, 17, 22 Only Items 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21 Only Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 212 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR ASPHALT EMULSIONS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Vestal Asphalt Penn-Can Road Materials 210 Stage Road P.O. Box 6501 Vestal, NY 13850 Syracuse, NY 13217
Central Asphalt A.L. Blades & Sons, Inc. 20 Fairground Lane 7610 CR-65, P.O. Box 590 Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Hornell, NY 14843-0590 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 213 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BID FOR STEEL PLATE, POLYETHYLENE PIPE, NEW & USED BRIDGE & SHOP STEEL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid: ONLY BID RECEIVED Chemung Supply Corporation PO Box 527 Elmira, NY 14902 Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 214 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 81
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR USED BITUMINOUS CONCRETE ASPHALT WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: ALL BIDS ACCEPTED Hanson Aggregates GLSC, Inc Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc. P.O. Box 231 P.O. Box 231 Easton, PA 18044-0231 Easton, PA 18044-0231
Dalrymple Gravel & Construction Company SCL Ventures LLC 2105 S. Broadway P.O. Box 191 Pine City, NY 14871 Mechanicsville, NY 12118
Seneca Stone Corporation Cayuga Emulsions PO Box 76 26 Town Barn Road Fayette, NY 13065 South Lansing, NY 14882 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 215 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR READY-MIX CONCRETE & RETAINING WALL BLOCKS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids: Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. P.O. Box 231 2105 S. Broadway Easton, PA 18044-0231 Pine City, NY 14871 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 216 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE SURPLUS THE 1998 TAX MAP SET – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Office annual microfilms the Schuyler County tax map sets and no longer has use for the 1998 tax map set. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this Legislature hereby declares as surplus the 1998 tax map set from the Real Property Tax Office and authorizes the disposal of the same by auction, with a minimum bid of $200. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 217 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO ESTABLISH THE DISABILITY EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW (RPTL) SECTION 459-c WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler wishes to establish a real property tax exemption for owners of real property with disabilities and limited incomes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on May 8, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. 82 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law providing for partial exemption from taxation by the County of Schuyler of real property owned by persons with disabilities and limited income. Be it enacted by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, as follows: SECTION 1: LEGISLATIVE INTENT. The purpose of this local law is to provide real estate tax relief to persons with disabilities and limited incomes. SECTION 2: LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY. This Local Law is enacted pursuant to the provisions of Section 459-c of the RPTL of the State of New York. SECTION 3: SHORT TITLE. This Local Law shall hereafter be known as Real Property Tax Exemption Law for persons with disabilities and limited incomes. SECTION 4: REAL PROPERTY EXEMPTION. A. Real property owned by one or more persons with disabilities, or real property owned by a husband, wife, or both, or by siblings, at least one of whom has a disability, and whose income, as hereafter defined, is limited by reason of such disability, shall be exempt from taxation by Schuyler County to the extent provided in the following schedule: ANNUAL INCOME PERCENTAGE ASSESSED VALUATION EXEMPT FROM TAXATION $10,000 or less 50 per centum More than $10,000 but less than $11,000 45 per centum More than $11,000 but less than $12,000 40 per centum More than $12,000 but less than $13,000 35 per centum More than $13,000 but less than $13,900 30 per centum More than $13,900 but less than $14,800 25 per centum More than $14,800 but less than $15,700 20 per centum More than $15,700 but less than $16,600 15 per centum More than $16,600 but less than $17,500 10 per centum More than $17,500 but less than $18,400 5 per centum B. For purposes of this Local Law: (1) “sibling” shall mean a brother or sister, whether related through half-blood, whole blood or adoption. (2) A person with a disability is one who has a physical or mental impairment, not due to current use of alcohol or illegal drug use, which substantially limits such person’s ability to engage in one or more major life activities, such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working and who (i) is certified to received social security disability insurance (SSDI) or supplemental security income (SSI) benefits under the federal Social Security Act, or (ii) is certified to receive Railroad Retirement Disability Benefits under the federal railroad Retirement Act, or (iii) has received a certificate from the state commission for the blind and visually handicapped stating that such person is legally blind. An award letter from the Social Security Administration or the Railroad Retirement Board or a certificate from the state commission for the blind and visually handicapped shall be PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 83
submitted as proof of disability. C. Any exemption provided by this section shall be computed after all other partial exemptions allowed by law have been subtracted from the total amount assessed; provided, however, that no parcel may receive an exemption for the same municipal tax purpose pursuant to both this section and section four hundred sixty-seven of this title. D. No exemption shall be granted: (1) If the income of the owners or the combined income of the owners of the property for the income tax year immediately preceding the date of making application for exemption exceeds the sum of Eighteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine ($18,399) Dollars. Income tax year shall mean the twelve-month period for which the owner or owners filed a federal personal income tax return, or if no such return is filed, the calendar year. Where title is vested in either the husband or the wife, their combined income may not exceed such sum, except where the husband or wife, or ex-husband or ex-wife is absent from the property due to divorce, legal separation or abandonment, then only the income of the spouse or ex-spouse residing on the property shall be considered and may not exceed such sum. Such income shall include social security and retirement benefits, interest, dividends, total gain from the sale or exchange of a capital asset, which may be offset by a loss from the sale or exchange of a capital asset in the same income tax year, net rental income, salary or earnings, and net income from self-employment, but shall not include a return of capital, gifts, inheritances or monies earned through employment in the federal foster grandparent program, and any such income shall be offset by all medical and prescription drug expenses actually paid which were not reimbursed or paid for by insurance. In computing net rental income and net income from self-employment no depreciation deduction shall be allowed for the exhaustion, wear and tear of real or personal property held for the production of income; (2) Unless the property is used exclusively for residential purposes, provided, however, that in the event any portion of such property is not so used exclusively for residential purposes but is used for other purposes, such portion shall be subject to taxation and the remaining portion only shall be entitled to the exemption provided by this section; (3) Unless the real property is the legal residence of and is occupied in whole or in part by the disabled person; except where the disabled person is absent from the residence while receiving health-related care as an inpatient of a residential health care facility, as defined in section twenty-eight hundred one of the public health law, provided that any income accruing to that person shall be considered income for purposes of this section only to the extent that it exceeds the amount paid by such person or spouse or sibling of such person for care in the facility. SECTION 5: COOPERATIVE APARTMENTS. A. Title to that portion of real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation in which a tenant-stockholder of such corporation resides, and which is represented by his/her share or shares of stock in such corporation as determined by its or their proportional relationship to the total outstanding stock of the corporation, including that owned by the corporation, shall be deemed to be vested in such tenant-stockholder. B. That proportion of the assessment of such real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation determined by the relationship of such real property vested in such tenant- stockholder to such entire parcel and the buildings thereon owned by such cooperative apartment corporation in which such tenant-stockholder resides shall be subject to exemption from taxation pursuant to this section and any exemption so granted shall be credited by the appropriate taxing authority against the assessed valuation of such real property; the reduction in real property taxes realized thereby shall be credited by the cooperative apartment corporation against the amount of such taxes otherwise payable by or chargeable to such tenant-stockholder. 84 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
SECTION 6: APPLICATION PROCESS. A. Application for such exemption must be made annually by the owner, or all of the owners of the property, on forms prescribed by the state board, and shall be filed in such assessor’s office on or before the appropriate taxable status date; provided, however, proof of a permanent disability need be submitted only in the year exemption pursuant to this section is first sought or the disability is first determined to be permanent. B. At least sixty days prior to the appropriate taxable status date, the assessor shall mail to each person who was granted exemption pursuant to this section on the latest completed assessment roll an application form and a notice that such application must be filed on or before taxable status date and be approved in order for the exemption to continue to be granted. Failure to mail such application form or the failure of such person to receive the same shall not prevent the levy, collection and enforcement of the payment of the taxes on property owned by such person. SECTION 7: TRUSTS. A. Trusts. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the provisions of this section shall apply to real property held in trust solely for the benefit of a person or persons who would otherwise be eligible for a real property tax exemption, pursuant to subdivision one of this section, were such person or persons the owner or owners of such real property. B. Life Estates. The provision hereof shall apply to real property in which an eligible person(s) holds a life estate under an instrument recorded with the Schuyler County Clerk’s Office in such form as would entitle an instrument to be recorded. SECTION 8: PENALTY FOR FALSE STATEMENT. In addition to any other penalty provided by law, any conviction of having made any willful false statement in any application for real property exemption under this local law shall be punishable by a fine of not more than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) and shall disqualify the applicant or applicants from further exemption for a period of five (5) years. SECTION 9: VALIDITY. If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause, sentence or phrase of this local law is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion thereof. SECTION 10: EFFECTIVE DATE. This local law shall take effect immediately. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler asked what the impact of the exemption would be. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that this is a local option and it would create an exemption for people disabled and with a limited income. All of the information is confidential, therefore he can not project the impact on the tax roll. There are two nearby counties that have adopted this exemption, Tompkins and Steuben. Steuben County’s assessment rolls contain only 67 and Tompkins County’s contain only 25 of these exemptions. They both have a similar population number. He feels Schuyler County should have about 10-20 disability exemptions on the rolls. Chairman Gifford added that someone can not be eligible for both the disability exemption and the senior citizen exemption. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 218 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 2 of 1978 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held April 10, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 85
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 6 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 2 of 1978 regarding written notice of defects and obstruction (amended text in bold print). SECTION 1. No civil action shall be maintained against the County of Schuyler, the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways, or any employee of the County of Schuyler for damages or injuries to person or property sustained by reason of any street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk, or parking lot being defective, out of repair, unsafe, dangerous, or obstructed unless written notice of such defective, unsafe, dangerous or obstructed condition of such street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk or parking lot was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk, and there was a failure or neglect within a reasonable time after the giving of such notice to repair or remove the defect, danger or obstruction complained of; but no action shall be maintained for damages or injuries to person or property sustained solely in consequence of the existence of snow or ice upon any town, state, or county street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk crosswalk or parking lot, unless written notice thereof, specifying the particular place, was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk and there was a failure or neglect to cause such snow or ice to be removed, to make the place otherwise reasonably safe within a reasonable time after receipt of such notice. SECTION 4. This local law shall take effect immediately upon its filing in the office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 219 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A CHANGE IN THE MEMBERSHIP SECTION OF THE SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD’S BY- LAWS WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development (STCRP & D) Board was created pursuant to resolutions adopted by the Counties of Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben in 1969, in accordance with Article 12-B of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York, and WHEREAS, the three County Legislatures adopted STCRP & D Board by-laws in June of 1975 to define the purpose and operational procedures of the regional organization, and WHEREAS, the County member Legislatures must approve subsequent amendments to the STCRP & D Board by-laws, and WHEREAS, Article 2 of the STCRP & D Board by-laws currently defines the membership of the Regional Board to consist of 21 voting members: 8 from Chemung, 8 from Steuben and 5 from Schuyler Counties, with specific membership appointments assigned to each specific County and all current members of the STCRP & D Board are appointed to a specific membership category, and WHEREAS, Chemung County has petitioned the STCRP & D Board of Directors to recommend to its member Counties a change in the membership structure of the organization, and WHEREAS, Chemung County has indicated an expanded interest in its County to have additional membership serve on the Board, and WHEREAS, the STCRP & D Board has approved Chemung County’s petition for additional membership to the Board and recommends the same to each of our three County member Legislatures since additional membership should be proportional for each member County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby supports the amendment of the STCRP & D Board by-laws to add one additional optional appointment for each County and designate the appointment as an optional general citizen representative. This appointment could be an additional County Legislator or any other resident of each member County, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature send a certified copy of this resolution to the STCRP & D Board as well as the Chemung and Steuben County Legislatures. 86 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 220 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS TO THE LABOR/MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals as county representatives to the Labor/Management Committee for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001: Thomas M. Gifford Patricia L. Hastings Delmar F. Bleiler VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 221 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF FUEL RESERVES INITIATIVES - FAILED WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region is a fourteen county region representing well over 1800 members whose livelihood is incumbent upon tourism, and WHEREAS, tourism is a major economic source of income for the 16,000 businesses and 85,000 employees in the Finger Lakes Region, and WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region depends upon 85% of its tourism and visitors business from the private automobile bringing friends and families here. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the initiative put forth by NYS Senator Charles Schumer that the amount of 5% of the existing fuel reserves be utilized to be converted to gasoline in an effort to reduce the exceedingly high cost of gasoline in the United States today, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to the Finger Lakes Association, Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce, Senator Charles Schumer, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, and Governor George E. Pataki. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she will be voting no on this resolution. She feels they should not have to be depend on outside sources. This is a short-term gain and it does not support a long-term gain. She feels it would allow competitive types to come in and take over. Legislator Marvel said he thought about withdrawing this resolution after reading in the paper that the prices appear to be going down. He feels the county needs to bring this issue to the attention of the federal government. The government needs to seriously look at the oil policy that the country was pursuing 20 years ago with economic cars and car-pooling. He feels the federal government has allowed automobile industries to manufacture gas-guzzlers and sport utility vehicles. Legislator Young feels the 5% amount of existing reserves is putting a band-aid on the issue. She feels they need to deal with it more realistically. Legislator Bleiler stated that they should not go against Senator Schumer who is trying to support us. VOTE: Failed. 4-2. Noes: Bingell, Young. RESOLUTION NO. 222 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET – SENECA HARBOR LAKEFRONT PARK WHEREAS, a budget was created to improve the local waterfront by Resolution No. 187-97 in the amount of $156,264 and increased by Resolution No. 308-98, and WHEREAS, the funding for this project has been revised due to shortfalls in the original funding and an increase in funding from the State of New York. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase capital account no. H7110.200 by $10,693.65 increasing the project total to $192,266.65. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked what this money is used for. The Treasurer explained that is the last of the money from the original funds the county received. It is the amount left from fundraising. The Clerk explained that the work is already done. The Treasurer stated that the amount from fundraising was always unknown until now. Chairman Gifford explained that this is just bookkeeping. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 223 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 87
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Highway Department has one (1) outdated, inoperable 1975 Brockway dump truck, which was replaced in 1999, and WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent was approached by the Town of Dix who is in need of truck parts and a dump box, and who wishes to purchase the 1975 Brockway Dump (D-6), tandem axle, diesel, VIN #86055 for the amount of $1,600. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare the above listed equipment as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the truck be sold to the Town of Dix for the sum of $1,600. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 224 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO (2) RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 225 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF GRANT WRITER/GRANT ADMINISTRATOR POSITION - FAILED WHEREAS, five months have been spent in the attempt to acquire a County Administrator, to which the majority of the people of Schuyler County have indicated, by referendum, a strong aversion two years ago, and WHEREAS, there has been no consistent attempt to do a cost-benefit analysis of such a position for this county since last year’s Legislature persisted in pushing this issue through in spite of strong opposition to its formation, and WHEREAS, there are much greater needs to address with the revenues of Schuyler County than filling a position which obviously presents considerable challenge with the five months of advertising and interviewing already done. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature re-examine its premise and reduce this position to one which fits our needs, that of a full-time Grant Writer and Grant Administrator. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young feels the county has not been successful in obtaining a County Administrator. She feels the day will come when the county needs one if they access enough revenue in the future. There are a number of grants available to us and no one to apply for them. Brian Williams at SCOPED is doing a fine job for economic development grants. She feels the county could have saved itself a lot of torment if they had hired a full-time grant writer. Legislator Marvel stated that the contract with SCOPED also allows them to apply for grants other than economic development for an administrative fee. The county has the ability to use the grant writer at SCOPED and there are department heads writing their own grants. He is not in favor of this resolution at this time. He would be willing to look at the position if the County Administrator feels it is appropriate. Legislator Young prefers to put the revenue before the expense. Legislator Bleiler agrees. He would have been more comfortable if the Legislature would have chosen this path first and then found a way to pay for the administrator position. The point he struggles with, is his obligation to cooperate with the Legislature as a whole. This Legislature has made a commitment to support the position of County Administrator. VOTE: Failed 1-5. Noes: Marvel, Bingell, Karius, Bleiler, Gifford. RE: RESOLUTION TO OBSERVE EVERYDAY AS EARTH DAY - WITHDRAWN WHEREAS, April 22, 2000 is the 30th internationally-observed Earth Day, and WHEREAS, April 29, 2000 has been declared the locally observed Earth Day in Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature observe everyday as Earth Day by committing to set aside a reserve account in its 2001 budget that pays for stimulating the recycling markets by buying only recycled paper, encouraging the towns and villages to join in a shared buying of recycled paper; by recycling all disposable computers; setting up an annual tire and toxic waste disposal day, and by buying only the most fuel-efficient automobiles for its fleet. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler questioned the words “most fuel efficient”. He feels we should concentrate on safety more than efficiency when it comes to the Sheriff’s cars. Legislator Young agreed to leave it up to the 88 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE department head’s discretion. Legislator Bleiler said he would like to talk to the department heads more about the issue of buying only recycled paper. MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to table this resolution, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Michelle Benjamin, Recycling Coordinator at Cornell Cooperative Extension, said there is a lot of misconceptions about buying recycled paper products. The process has improved, although the price is higher. She feels if the county supports it and does follow through with it, it will help. There was a resolution in 1992 or 1994 to buy recycled paper depending on the price and bid list. She feels it does need to be 100% to be effective. Legislator Bleiler suggested having Michelle help convince the department heads to do what they can. Motion failed four ayes to two noes. Legislator Bingell agrees with the resolution, but also feels they need to include the department heads on the discussion. Legislator Young withdrew the resolution. NEW BUSINESS: MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to create a memorandum of agreement that says this Legislature understands and intends to include these parties based on their own desire to participate in the district, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Bleiler suggested that an expense account be created for the Chairman of the Legislature. The salary was reduced by $5,000 and the county does not have an administrator on board yet. He feels the Chairman needs to have funds for expenses over and above his own expenses. He feels it does not need to be addressed at this time, but at a later date. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Bleiler reported as Acting Chairman for the Pubic Works Committee. They received a report from the State Department of Transportation. They are doing a study for safe procedure on State Route 224. Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. The Executive Director of SCOPED, Kelsey Jones, spoke to National Health Care Corp. They have indicated that they are moving here and hope to open shop in June. Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. The Health Insurance Review Committee has worked with a consultant and have asked a lot of questions. A survey was created and given to all employees for their input. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. MOTION by Legislator Bingell to go into executive session to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Legislator Marvel. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Marvel to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. The Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 2000
The May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Bingell and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Bleiler who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Hazel Raplee spoke on behalf of the Schuyler County Youth Board. She is aware that the Youth Board is just advisory and they present certain findings to the Human Services Committee. She would like to discuss Resolution No. 238 and Resolution No. 239, which are directly related to the Schuyler County Youth Bureau. Both of which were brought to the Youth Board and were approved. The Youth Board then asked that they be PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 89 brought to the full Legislature for consideration. She invited a number of board members to speak in support of these resolutions. She feels the Legislature needs to look at how this will save the community in three or five years. Debbie Neilson said she works at the Watkins Glen Middle School. She was once a Runaway and Homeless Counselor. There are many children out there that need assistance and they can not get to all of them. If they do not get to them in a proactive manner, the amount of violence will increase along with teenage pregnancy. She sees this with her own eyes at school every day. David Sanders, Schuyler County Youth Services Planner, said there is about a year and a half investment into the development of the Runaway and Homeless Program. After the first couple of months they discovered that there was a definite need. They have tried to obtain private funding. They did receive 10,000 state dollars from the Triangle Foundation. After lengthy review it is determined that there is a need for additional staff. If this money is not allocated they will lose it. He feels it is crucial to have this program. Ron Alexander said he has been a member of the Youth Board for many years. He is concerned about the number of youth coming into the PINS program. That program can not handle all of the youth in this county. There are too many troubled youth for one person to handle. Hazel Raplee handed out a presentation written by the Sheriff in 1998. It states what problems Schuyler County has with youth violence and children not having any supervision. Back then there was no runaway and homeless shelter. She gave some statistics of youth who have dropped out of school and noted that there are children sleeping on the streets. Rich Hurley, a teacher at Bradford School, said he feels there is a strong need to do something regarding the youth. The additional Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor position is justifiable and logical. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 7 OF THE YEAR 2000: Casey Creamer feels this Local Law will benefit someone with a permanent disability, and perhaps keep them off of welfare. Legislator Young asked if a person has to be on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to qualify. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that the Local Law states in order to qualify, a person must be certified to receive SSDI, SSI, Railroad Retiree benefits or be blind and visually handicapped. The requirements are set in the Real Property Tax Law by statute. RESOLUTION NO. 226 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 227 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: PROCLAIM MONTH OF MAY AS “MENTAL HEALTH MONTH” WHEREAS, Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic provides Outpatient Mental Health Services, Adult Case Management Services and Children and Youth Intensive Case Management Services in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Elmira Psychiatric Center provides a Socialization Program, Intensive Case Management services, and Intensive Psychiatric Rehabilitation Treatment to adults in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Gateways provides Community Residence Program, Supportive Apartments and Intensive Supportive Apartments for mentally impaired individuals in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Pathways, Inc. provides respite services for children and youth and operates the REACH Family Based Treatment Program, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Association actively promotes education and other activity in support of mental health programs, and WHEREAS, the Community Services Board and the Mental Health Subcommittee of the Community Services Board are responsible for mental health programming and services in Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature proclaim that May is Mental Health Month and offers its support and encouragement to all consumers, clients and their families, and 90 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE local service providers as they work together to overcome and manage disabilities and achieve and maintain the highest level of participation in our community. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 228 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH GRETCHEN ANN JACOBS FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES AND PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION SPEECH THERAPY – PUBLIC HEALTH – RESCINDED MARCH 12, 2001 WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Early Intervention Program must contract with providers to provide early intervention services to eligible children from birth through age two as required by the New York State Department of Health, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide speech therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, Gretchan Ann Jacobs is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and will provide these services to eligible preschool children. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve, an ongoing contract with Gretchan Ann Jacobs, to provide early intervention services, effective June 1, 2000, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Gretchan Ann Jacobs to provide preschool speech therapy services at a rate of $40 per half hour session, from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 229 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AMEND 2000 BUDGET FOR DIABETES PROGRAM – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County Public Health is participating in a multi-county Healthy Heart Program initiative, with Chemung County as the lead agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of the Public Health Agency in this initiative and authorizes the amendment to the year 2000 county budget as outlined below: +$2000 Program Supplies 4010.429 +$2000 Other Health Dept Revenue 4010-1689 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 230 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FROM 7/1/00-6/30/01 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide transportation services to preschool children with disabilities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Public Health Office is authorized to advertise for bids for the transportation of preschool children with disabilities from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bids are to be marked “Sealed Bid” and received by the Clerk of the Legislature at the Courthouse, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 2, 2000. The bids will be opened at the Legislative Resolution Review Committee meeting on June 5, 2000, at which time recommendation for legislative action will be made; acceptance or rejection of bids will be done at the June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature; the County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. VOTE: Passed 7-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 91
RESOLUTION NO. 231 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH SCHUYLER HEAD START – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic provides consultative services to Schuyler Head Start. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing agreement with Schuyler Head Start, to provide consultative services for the period of 9/1/99 through 6/30/00; subject to the approval of the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 232 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the authorization to fill the Supervising Social Worker position will reach the 90 days expiration on May 15th, and then will require Legislative approval to fill, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 County Budget for this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is hereby authorized to fill the Supervising Social Worker vacancy in the Mental Health Clinic. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 233 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL STAFF SOCIAL WORKER POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Mental Health Clinic is in need of an additional Staff Social Worker position, and WHEREAS, there is funding available in the year 2000 County budget for this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services to create and fill a Staff Social Worker position, Grade 28, $16.42 per hour, in the Mental Health Clinic, effective immediately; funding is available in the year 2000 budget. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 234 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLING OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, in planning the relocation of the Public Health Department to the Mill Creek Center site, it is desirous to create a Health Information Technician who works ½ time in Public Health and ½ time in Mental Health, and WHEREAS, the vacant Data Entry Machine Operator position in Mental Health would be abolished to aid in funding the Health Information Technician position, and WHEREAS, there is funding in the year 2000 budget in both departments to fund this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services/Director of Public Health to create the position of Health Information Technician, Grade XX1, $12.15 per hour, who works ½ time in the Mental Health Department and ½ time in the Public Health Department, and authorizes the advertising and hiring for said position. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 235 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH NYS ELECTRIC & GAS (NYSEG) FOR POWER PARTNERS PROGRAM – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, NYSEG has created a Power Partners Program to assist people with energy concerns including back bills, and WHEREAS, the NYS Office for the Aging has established a contract with NYSEG to provide case management and referral services through this program, and WHEREAS, NYSEG will provide some reimbursement for this service to Area Agencies on Aging as well as increased services to people 60 and older. 92 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign an agreement with NYSEG for the Power Partners Program to serve clients of the Office for the Aging through 9/30/2001; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 236 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH STEUBEN HOME CARE – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging provides non-health related, in-home services through EISEP, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging contracts with agencies providing aides for these services, and WHEREAS, a portion of Schuyler County residents live very close to Steuben County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to enter into a contract with Steuben Home Care for the Office for the Aging to provide aide services to the EISEP for the year 2000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 237 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: SUPPORT INCREASE IN NEW YORK STATE FUNDING FOR THE COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging receives funding from the NYS Office for the Aging to operate the Community Services for the Elderly (CSE) Program, and WHEREAS, the flexible nature of this program makes it the most effective way to meet the diverse needs of the growing elderly population, as determined by individual counties, and WHEREAS, the NYS Association of Area Agencies has requested an additional $10 million increase in NYS funding for the CSE Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby supports this increase in NYS funding for the Community Services for the Elderly Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this Resolution be sent to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, Senator George Maziarz (Chair of the Senate Committee on Aging) and Assemblywoman Barbara Clark (Chair of the Assembly Aging Committee). VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 238 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION, ADVERTISEMENT AND FILLING OF A SECOND RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS YOUTH COUNSELOR POSITION – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau has been awarded an additional $10,000 to expand towards its Runaway & Homeless Program for the year 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the creation, advertisement and filling of a second Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor position to be filled at 17 hours per week in the Schuyler County Youth Bureau at Grade Level XXI with an hourly rate of $12.15 effective immediately, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $3,174 be transferred from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Youth Bureau Personal Services account no. 7310.100. DISCUSSION: Chairman Gifford requested an executive session to discuss a labor/management issue. MOTION by Legislator Karius to go into executive session to discuss a labor/management issue, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Larison to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Young. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 239 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND 2000 BUDGET – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau has been awarded an Office for Children and Family Services Runaway and Homeless grant in the amount of $10,000, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 93
WHEREAS, the Department has allocated this money to a second Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Youth Bureau’s 2000 budget be amended as follows: ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION TOTAL 7310.115-7304 Stand By $ 6,850.00 7310.101-7304 Overtime $ 809.85 7310.100-7304 Personal Services $ 1,315.15 7310.562-7304 Runaway & Homeless $ 1,025.00
7310.3820-7304 Revenue Account $10,000.00 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 240 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW CONTRACT WITH FINGER LAKES ALCOHOLISM COUNSELING AND REFERRAL AGENCY (FLACRA) FOR DRUG/ALCOHOL SERVICES PROGRAM FOR FAMILY ASSISTANCE RECIPIENTS WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services entered into an agreement with the Finger Lakes Addiction Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA) for the Enhanced Drug/Alcohol Services Program for Family Assistance Recipients, and WHEREAS, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) extended the original agreement from 7/1/98 – 6/30/99 to 9/15/99, and WHEREAS, Social Services was notified by NYS OTDA that money was available through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Enhanced Drug and Alcohol Services programs, and WHEREAS, Social Services desires to renew FLACRA’s agreement without interruption of the dates. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to renew the above-referenced agreement with FLACRA for the period 9/15/99 to 9/30/00, at a cost not to exceed $12,000; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 241 Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE 2000 BUDGET – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services has been awarded a New York Works Block Grant in the amount of $35,000, and WHEREAS, the Department has allocated this money to continue to fund the position of the Assistant Mobile Work Crew Supervisor position at no cost to the County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Social Services 2000 budget be amended as follows:
+ $23,000 6010.100 Personal Services + $12,000 Fringe Benefits
+ $35,000 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 242 Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM HUNT ENGINEERS FOR COUNTY ROUTE 8 OVERPASS WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee agree that the County Route 8 Overpass needs to be removed, and WHEREAS, Hunt Engineers has proposed engineering services for removal of the CR-8 Overpass at a price of $ 5,400. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature accept the proposal price of $5,400 for engineering services from Hunt Engineers for the CR-8 Overpass Removal, there being monies available in the 2000 Engineering budget, account no. 5020.400, and 94 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign any necessary documents to accept said proposal; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 243 Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING TWO (2) SEASONAL LABORERS POSITIONS – HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee has decided it would be beneficial to hire two (2) seasonal laborers to help with the summer road maintenance, and WHEREAS, funding for these positions is available in the 2000 Personal Services Account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to advertise and fill two (2) seasonal laborer positions at the rate of $ 7.00 per hour for the period beginning June 5, 2000 through October 1, 2000. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 244 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - HIGHWAY WHEREAS, the Highway Department has outdated equipment consisting of two dump trucks, a Chevrolet Caprice, and a trailer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said equipment surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the dump trucks, Chevrolet Caprice and the trailer be stored for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) 1969 Brockway Dump Truck S/N 69359 One (1) 1975 Brockway Dump Truck S/N 87523 One (1) 1987 Chevrolet Caprice VIN#1G1BL51H7H915906 One (1) 1987 Summit Trailer VIN#1S8SD2621H0006270 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 245 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PHASE LOSS PROTECTION – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the county boilers have incurred several losses in the past, the last loss being of fairly significant cost, and all losses have been submitted to insurance for reimbursement, and WHEREAS, the insurance company has stated that the county must take whatever measures are necessary to protect our property from further damage, and WHEREAS, phase-loss protection would protect the entire county complex for a cost of $5,890, and WHEREAS, there are funds available in the Unallocated Insurance account due to savings on the county’s property/casualty insurance premiums. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor be authorize to purchase phase-loss protection for the Court House boiler system at a cost of $5,890, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $5,890 be transferred from Unallocated Insurance account no. 1910.423 to Buildings account no. 1620.490. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 246 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE THE SHERIFF TO APPLY FOR SHELTER MANAGER TO SELL DOG LICENSES WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of Schuyler County residents to be able to adopt and license dogs directly from the Schuyler County Dog Pound, and WHEREAS, there is a provision in the Agricultural and Markets Law which allows for such a procedure, and WHEREAS, the renewal licenses of each dog would be done in the appropriate township in the county wherein the person that is adopting the dog resides, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 95
WHEREAS, such a procedure is expected to increase the adoption rate from the Schuyler County Dog Pound. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sheriff of Schuyler County, or his designee, be authorized to file the necessary applications for the licensing of dogs that are adopted from the Schuyler County Dog Pound. VOTE: Passed 7-0. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH THE VILLAGE OF MONTOUR FALLS FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE COVERAGE – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT - WITHDRAWN WHEREAS, the Village of Montour Falls has requested additional police protection, and WHEREAS, funds have been appropriated in the Village budget to contract with the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department for additional protection at the rate of $13.00 per hour. NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract between the County of Schuyler (Sheriff’s Department) and the Village of Montour Falls for additional police protection at the rate of $13.00 per hour; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. RESOLUTION NO. 247 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: LANDS PURCHASED BY THE STATE OF NEW YORK WHEREAS, the State of New York has purchased the following land located in the Town of Dix, Village of Watkins Glen which was recorded in the County Clerk’s Office in Book 321, Page 157 on August 21, 1999: Tax Map Number County Tax Town Tax Adjustment to Warrant A portion of 65.17-1-59 $ 95.57 $ 27.38 $122.95 A portion of 65.17-1-65 $ 34.20 $ 9.80 $ 44.00 65.17-1-66 $568.35 $162.87 $731.22, and WHEREAS, Section 404 of the Real Property Tax Law requires that real property owned by the State of New York is and shall be deemed to have been and to be exempt from taxation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that these parcels be removed from the taxable section of the tax roll and that the County Treasurer chargeback the Town of Dix $200.05 and charge the County portion of $698.12 to the Uncollectable account. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 248 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATION TO APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION (ARC) AREA DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR FY 2001 WHEREAS, Schuyler County is the Facilitation Agency for the Town of Dix for the project to extend water and sewer lines from the Village of Watkins Glen along County Route 17 and Wedgwood Road to Watkins Glen International Speedway and the proposed Schuyler County Business Park, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County and the Town of Dix have an inter-municipal agreement authorizing the County to provide technical and funding assistance to the Town for this project, and WHEREAS, the Appalachian Regional Commission Area Development Program has monies available for the development of infrastructure in rural areas. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes an application for funds through the ARC Area Development Program for this project, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the County’s application as described above; subject the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 249 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT FOR THE REGION 8 OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMITTEE 96 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation are now in the process of developing the Region 8 Advisory Committee, which will have the charge of reviewing and modifying recommendations for inclusion in the next edition of the Open Space Conservation Plan, and WHEREAS, the county must be represented on the Region 8 Open Space Advisory Committee, said appointment having to be made by May 15th, and WHEREAS, Tim Cullenen, Cornell Cooperative Extension Planner, has expressed a willingness and desire to serve on said Committee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Tim Cullenen to the Region 8 Open Space Advisory Committee effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 250 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: SUPPORTING THE SCHUYLER-STEUBEN REVISED RURAL TRANSPORTATION PROPOSAL TO NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board submitted an application to the New York State Department of Transportation requesting the establishment of a Rural Planning Organization (RPO) for Steuben and Schuyler Counties similar to the Metropolitan Planning Organizations established for transportation planning in metropolitan areas, and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has determined that it cannot support the establishment and funding of an RPO for Schuyler/Steuben Counties, and WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board has proposed that an informal Transportation Coalition be established to study transportation needs and priorities in the two counties, and WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board would request funding for a detailed transportation study, and act in an administrative capacity to coordinate the activities of the Coalition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby support the efforts of the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board in submitting to the NYSDOT a revised proposal establishing a Transportation Coalition for Schuyler/Steuben Counties, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby request that the NYSDOT support the establishment of said Transportation Coalition and provide the necessary funding for the proposed transportation study, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution shall be distributed to William Hess, STCRP & D Board; Peter White, Director NYSDOT Region 6; Stoner Horey, Chair, Steuben County Legislature. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 251 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has replaced two vehicles. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said vehicles as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said vehicles and place them in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier S/N 1G1JC54G9LJ205193 One (1) 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier S/N 1G1JC54G0M7251851 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 252 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AMEND THE MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN WHEREAS, Sheriff Michael Maloney has reviewed and revised the job specification for the position of Undersheriff, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 97
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee has performed a factor rating analysis based on the revised specification which resulted in a change to Grade Level H in the Management/Confidential Salary Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the factor rating chart (page 16) in the salary plan be amended as follows: I II III IV V VI VII Total Grade Undersheriff 121 135 106 109 83 68 90 712 H, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary grade listing (page 14) in the salary plan be amended to Grade H for this position. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings feels that if the Management/Confidential Salary Plan is going to be changed for individuals, it should not be done at the time of hiring. Legislator Bingell stated that this position was looked at and evaluated by the Management and Finance Committee. She feels it really does need to be in a higher grade. Legislator Hastings said if that is the case, maybe all job descriptions should be revised at a certain time of the year, every year. The Clerk advised Legislator Hastings that the new Management/Confidential Salary Plan that was just adopted sets a date for the Personnel Officer to bring any discrepincies to the Legislature’s attention. Legislator Marvel said he was satisfied that the committee was looking at the position not the person. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 253A Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 253 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 253 be amended. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 253 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CONFERENCE AND MILEAGE EXPENSES – LEGISLATURE – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the Legislative Chairman’s salary was reduced from $15,000 annually to $10,000 annually, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management and Finance Committee that the Legislative budget be given additional funds for Chairman expenses due to the reduction in salary and the fact that the position has to bear many out-of-pocket expenses. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $2,000 to account no. 1010.409 – Conference Expense and $1,000 to account no. 1010.430 – Mileage from Contingency account no. 1990.5. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said that the Legislature has always had two line items for conference and mileage in the budget. She does not like to see a new line item created and does not feel it is necessary. She feels the $3,000 should be split into both line items, $2,000 into the conference account and $1,000 in the mileage account, then she will vote for this. The Clerk asked Legislator Hastings if her amendment removed the part about the auditing committee reviewing the expenses. Legislator Hastings said she sees no need for that. The Clerk said as Auditor she will bring any concerns she has to the Legislature’s attention. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 254 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ACKNOWLEDGE APPOINTMENT AND SET SALARY FOR UNDERSHERIFF/STOP DWI COORDINATOR BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby acknowledge the appointment by Michael J. Maloney, Sheriff, of Michael Wood as Undersheriff, at an annual salary of $40,200 for the term 5/9/2000-12/31/2001. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she spoke with the Sheriff about this resolution. She thinks about the future when reviewing these resolutions. She would like to divide the question and have the resolution separated. One to appoint Mike Wood as Undersheriff with an annual salary and one to appoint him as DWI 98 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE coordinator with a stipend. There may come a day when Mike leaves and the new Undersheriff may not be qualified to be the DWI Coordinator. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 255 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT – STOP DWI COORDINATOR AND AUTHORIZE STIPEND – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT BE IT RESOLVED, that Michael Wood continue as Stop DWI Coordinator for Schuyler County at an annual stipend of $5,000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer be hereby authorized to charge $3,189.92 of the remaining stipend for the year 2000 to Stop DWI account no. 3315.117. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 256 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5/LOCAL LAW NO. 7 THE YEAR 2000 TO ESTABLISH THE DISABILITY EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW (RPTL) SECTION 459- c WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law establishing the disability exemption pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 459-c was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held May 8, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 7 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 5/Local Law No. 7 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5/LOCAL LAW NO. 7 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law providing for partial exemption from taxation by the County of Schuyler of real property owned by persons with disabilities and limited income. Be it enacted by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, as follows: SECTION 1: LEGISLATIVE INTENT. The purpose of this Local Law is to provide real estate tax relief to persons with disabilities and limited incomes. SECTION 2: LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY. This Local Law is enacted pursuant to the provisions of Section 459-c of the RPTL of the State of New York. SECTION 3: SHORT TITLE. This Local Law shall hereafter be known as Real Property Tax Exemption Law for persons with disabilities and limited incomes. SECTION 4: REAL PROPERTY EXEMPTION. A. Real property owned by one or more persons with disabilities, or real property owned by a husband, wife, or both, or by siblings, at least one of whom has a disability, and whose income, as hereafter defined, is limited by reason of such disability, shall be exempt from taxation by Schuyler County to the extent provided in the following schedule: ANNUAL INCOME PERCENTAGE ASSESSED VALUATION EXEMPT FROM TAXATION $10,000 or less 50 per centum More than $10,000 but less than $11,000 45 per centum More than $11,000 but less than $12,000 40 per centum More than $12,000 but less than $13,000 35 per centum More than $13,000 but PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 99
less than $13,900 30 per centum More than $13,900 but less than $14,800 25 per centum More than $14,800 but less than $15,700 20 per centum More than $15,700 but less than $16,600 15 per centum More than $16,600 but less than $17,500 10 per centum More than $17,500 but less than $18,400 5 per centum B. For purposes of this Local Law: (1) “sibling” shall mean a brother or sister, whether related through half-blood, whole blood or adoption. (2) A person with a disability is one who has a physical or mental impairment, not due to current use of alcohol or illegal drug use, which substantially limits such person’s ability to engage in one or more major life activities, such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working and who (i) is certified to received Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits under the federal Social Security Act, or (ii) is certified to receive Railroad Retirement Disability Benefits under the federal Railroad Retirement Act, or (iii) has received a certificate from the state commission for the blind and visually handicapped stating that such person is legally blind. An award letter from the Social Security Administration or the Railroad Retirement Board or a certificate from the State Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped shall be submitted as proof of disability. C. Any exemption provided by this section shall be computed after all other partial exemptions allowed by law have been subtracted from the total amount assessed; provided, however, that no parcel may receive an exemption for the same municipal tax purpose pursuant to both this section and section four hundred sixty-seven of this title. D. No exemption shall be granted: (1) If the income of the owners or the combined income of the owners of the property for the income tax year immediately preceding the date of making application for exemption exceeds the sum of Eighteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine ($18,399) Dollars. Income tax year shall mean the twelve-month period for which the owner or owners filed a federal personal income tax return, or if no such return is filed, the calendar year. Where title is vested in either the husband or the wife, their combined income may not exceed such sum, except where the husband or wife, or ex-husband or ex-wife is absent from the property due to divorce, legal separation or abandonment, then only the income of the spouse or ex-spouse residing on the property shall be considered and may not exceed such sum. Such income shall include Social Security and retirement benefits, interest, dividends, total gain from the sale or exchange of a capital asset, which may be offset by a loss from the sale or exchange of a capital asset in the same income tax year, net rental income, salary or earnings, and net income from self-employment, but shall not include a return of capital, gifts, inheritances or monies earned through employment in the federal foster grandparent program, and any such income shall be offset by all medical and prescription drug expenses actually paid which were not reimbursed or paid for by insurance. In computing net rental income and net income from self-employment, no depreciation deduction shall be allowed for the exhaustion, wear-and-tear of real or personal property held for the production of income; (2) Unless the property is used exclusively for residential purposes, provided, however, that in 100 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
the event any portion of such property is not so used exclusively for residential purposes but is used for other purposes, such portion shall be subject to taxation and the remaining portion only shall be entitled to the exemption provided by this section; (3) Unless the real property is the legal residence of and is occupied in whole or in part by the disabled person; except where the disabled person is absent from the residence while receiving health-related care as an inpatient of a residential health care facility, as defined in section twenty-eight hundred one of the public health law, provided that any income accruing to that person shall be considered income for purposes of this section only to the extent that it exceeds the amount paid by such person or spouse or sibling of such person for care in the facility. SECTION 5: COOPERATIVE APARTMENTS. A. Title to that portion of real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation in which a tenant-stockholder of such corporation resides, and which is represented by his/her share or shares of stock in such corporation as determined by its or their proportional relationship to the total outstanding stock of the corporation, including that owned by the corporation, shall be deemed to be vested in such tenant-stockholder. B. That proportion of the assessment of such real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation determined by the relationship of such real property vested in such tenant- stockholder to such entire parcel and the buildings thereon owned by such cooperative apartment corporation in which such tenant-stockholder resides shall be subject to exemption from taxation pursuant to this section and any exemption so granted shall be credited by the appropriate taxing authority against the assessed valuation of such real property; the reduction in real property taxes realized thereby shall be credited by the cooperative apartment corporation against the amount of such taxes otherwise payable by or chargeable to such tenant-stockholder. SECTION 6: APPLICATION PROCESS. A. Application for such exemption must be made annually by the owner, or all of the owners of the property, on forms prescribed by the state board, and shall be filed in such assessor’s office on or before the appropriate taxable status date; provided, however, proof of a permanent disability need be submitted only in the year exemption pursuant to this section is first sought or the disability is first determined to be permanent. B. At least sixty days prior to the appropriate taxable status date, the assessor shall mail to each person who was granted exemption pursuant to this section on the latest completed assessment roll an application form and a notice that such application must be filed on or before taxable status date and be approved in order for the exemption to continue to be granted. Failure to mail such application form or the failure of such person to receive the same shall not prevent the levy, collection and enforcement of the payment of the taxes on property owned by such person. SECTION 7: TRUSTS. A. Trusts. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the provisions of this section shall apply to real property held in trust solely for the benefit of a person or persons who would otherwise be eligible for a real property tax exemption, pursuant to subdivision one of this section, were such person or persons the owner or owners of such real property. B. Life Estates. The provision hereof shall apply to real property in which an eligible person(s) holds a life estate under an instrument recorded with the Schuyler County Clerk’s Office in such form as would entitle an instrument to be recorded. SECTION 8: PENALTY FOR FALSE STATEMENT. In addition to any other penalty provided by law, any conviction of having made any willful false statement in any application for real property exemption under this Local Law shall be punishable by a fine of not more than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) and shall disqualify the applicant or applicants from further exemption for a period of five (5) years. SECTION 9: VALIDITY. If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause, sentence or phrase of this Local Law is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 101 deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion thereof. SECTION 10: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Local Law shall take effect immediately. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 257 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: MOTION TO BRING THREE (3) RESOLUTIONS TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that three (3) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 258 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACTS FOR THE TOWN OF ORANGE DATA COLLECTION PROJECT – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY WHEREAS, the county has entered into an agreement with the Town of Orange to provide assistance with the town’s 2001 reassessment project, and WHEREAS, the data collection phase of the project has begun to fall behind schedule due to the illness of the data collection vendor. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute any and all contracts with vendors providing data collection services in the Town of Orange with the following stipulations: 1. That all data collection vendors are subject to the approval of the town assessor. 2. That the total amount allotted for data collection does not exceed the 2000 budget amount for that purpose, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each contract for data collection services is subject to the approval of the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 259 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN ANOTICE TO VACATE@ AND THE SHERIFF=S DEPARTMENT TO HAND DELIVER NOTICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature or his designee be, and hereby is, authorized to sign and the Sheriff=s Department to hand deliver ANotice to Vacate@ to all occupants of property on which the County of Schuyler holds, or will hold, a tax deed to, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said ANotice of Vacate@ be sent by registered mail to the most recent owners of record as shown in the property description. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 260 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TREASURER TO CANCEL TAX ON PROPERTY TAX MAP #12.-1-77.12 IN THE TOWN OF HECTOR WHEREAS, there was a clerical error in a tax search for tax map #12.-1-77.12 formerly assessed to Walter and Marilyn Wings, currently assessed to Tim and Lisa Joens, and WHEREAS, this error makes it impossible to enforce the outstanding taxes on this property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to cancel the outstanding taxes for 1998 and 1999 for the aforementioned property, which total $688.18 by charging the Uncollectible for $607.22 and writing off the penalties and fees in the amount of $80.96. VOTE: Passed 7-0. NEW BUSINESS: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. She informed the public that her committee will be discussing the radio system this month. She hopes the Mayor of Watkins Glen and 102 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE the Fire Chief of Watkins Glen will be present. They will also be discussing the possibility of a new dog shelter. Legislator Young reported on the Human Services Committee. She is delighted to announce that there is a new Head Start Director, her name is Brennan Reddick. Legislator Larison reported on the Public Works Committee. He took a tour of the roads in Schuyler County with the Highway Superintendent. They are repairing the roads that are in need of repair. He believes that if some preventive maintenance had been done earlier, the county would not have to do this now. He has a map of what roads and bridges are being repaired, which is available for review. Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. At the last meeting a presentation was made pertaining to the state of a water and sewer plant being developed in Genesee County. There is a need for the Town of Dix water/sewer district project to be incorporated into the County’s comprehensive plan. He also reported that Community Progress, Inc. has informed the Legislature that there is money available for housing repairs in the Town of Catharine that needs to be spent before they lose it. There is 100% funding available with no match required. Please call Michelle Benjamin at Cornell Cooperative Extension if you know of anyone who could use this program. Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. She said the building project to move Public Health in with Mental Health is progressing. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer suggested that the Legislature write a letter to the schools and towns encouraging them to also adopt a Local Law on the disability exemption. Duane Spilde reported that the Rabies Clinics in the towns will only be held once a year in the spring to make things more efficient. Also the Mental Health Association is honoring Virginia Houseknecht this year for her dedication to the parenting program in Schuyler County. The Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2000
The June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Hastings and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Tom Ryan suggested that on Resolution No. 264 a deadline be set for response to the survey. A timeline might help the Legislature make a timely decision. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, stated that even if the local law were passed tonight, the exemption would not take effect until the year 2002. One must apply by March 31st in order to qualify for the next year’s tax roll. Irene Brown has concerns relative to Resolution No. 275, specifically about the process of appointing members to the Environmental Management Council (EMC). She has been on the EMC for many years and is proud of their accomplishments. She is disturbed about how new appointments are being made this year. For a long time, EMC was unable to gather enough members for a quorum and had no chairman. It is good to have people now wanting to join. Most of the recommendations to the council were approved except for the exclusion of one person. She is disappointed in how this person has been excluded. She feels any other decision that came out of EMC would be looked upon differently, therefore, she is resigning from EMC. She does not want her name to be tainted. She hopes the Legislature will reconsider this decision tonight. Casey Creamer said he participated in the May Household Hazardous Waste Day. It was a positive experience for him and a great way to get rid of unwanted tires. However, he felt there could be some improvements. He thought it was inappropriate that people were asking for donations while one PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 103 waited in line. He thought the program was totally funded by the county. He also felt it was discriminatory, because some businesses were welcome and some were excluded. The agriculture business was welcome and not others. Phil Smith, Veteran’s Services Director, said he is in support of the Alternative Veterans Exemption. He is currently designing a survey form for members to complete giving him all of the information he needs. He is in the office every day and he encouraged people to contact him. Tom Ryan thanked Phil Smith for his cooperation with this matter. Sue Brill asked about the moving expenses for the County Administrator referenced in the Local Law. She wanted to know how much it was going to cost. Chairman Gifford stated that he does not know, the County Administrator will have to submit bills for reimbursement. RESOLUTION NO. 261 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MAY 8, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 262 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENTS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has the authority to appoint members to the OFA Advisory Council, and WHEREAS, two members have recently made the decision to retire from the Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the appointment of William Anderson of Reading and Beverly Vona of Watkins Glen, to the Office for the Aging Advisory Council for the term January, 2000 through December, 2001. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 263 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF THE CHEMUNG, SCHUYLER, STEUBEN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT, SUMMER COMPONENT, YOUTH COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau has received $53,859.80 from the Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, as follows: Personnel $12,162.00 Youth Wages $34,377.00 Operation/Fringe $ 6,040.80. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Youth Bureau be designated administrator for the Workforce Investment Act, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Youth Services Planner be authorized to increase the hours for the Youth Program Coordinator position from 17.0 hours per week to 35 hours per week for up to 14 weeks starting June 13, 2000 and hire one part-time Youth Counselor at $11.74 per hour for 17 hours per week for 9 weeks starting June 26, 2000, and hire up to 67 youth workers at $5.15 per hour. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 264 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF LEGISLATURE TO WRITE LETTER IN SUPPORT OF ALTERNATIVE VETERANS TAX EXEMPTION WHEREAS, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the American Legion of Schuyler County support the Alternative Veterans Tax Exemption, and WHEREAS, the Legislature is considering the issue, but is unable to make a responsible decision due to the lack of demographic information. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to send a letter to the local Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion expressing the Legislature’s willingness to 104 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE look at the Alternative Veterans Tax Exemption and requesting their assistance in surveying the county’s population so that the Legislature shall make an informed, responsible decision on this issue. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 265 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN 2000 HEAP BUDGET – DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, New York State has authorized additional benefits to HEAP recipients due to the substantial increase in heating costs for the winter of 1999-2000, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services needs additional funds budgeted to pay these benefits, and WHEREAS, HEAP benefits are reimbursed with 100% Federal aid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 budget be amended as follows: + 100,000 6141.400 HEAP Expenditures + 100,000 6141-4641 Federal Aid – HEAP VOTE: Passed 8-0. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE BILLING SOFTWARE SUPPORT AGREEMENT WITH DATACRON – PUBLIC HEALTH - WITHDRAWN WHEREAS, the Public Health Department purchased billing software from Datacron, (owned by Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company (3M Corporation)), and WHEREAS, as stated in the Datacron Agreement, the software support begins once the program has successfully billed insurance, which it has, and WHEREAS, the software support amount will be billed at $805 per month, which includes support for the Home Care Billing Program, Scheduler, Clinical Documentation for Clerical, and Clinical Documentation for Point of Care. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Public Health Department to begin the monthly support payments of $805.00 to Datacron for the term August 24, 1999 to August 23, 2000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. RESOLUTION NO. 266 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC. – MENTAL HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Ikon Office Solutions from April 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001, at a rate of $175, funding available in Mental Health account no. 4310.426; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 267 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO 2000 COUNTY BUDGET FOR ALCOHOLISM SERVICE PROGRAMS – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has approved additional funding for the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA) and for the Council on Alcoholism and Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc., and the following budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the County Treasurer to amend the 2000 County budget as follows: + $ 3,951 4322.336 FLACRA + $21,364 4322.550 Council on Alcoholism + $25,315 4322-3490 State Aid VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 268 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 105
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM FAIRMAN DRILLING COMPANY FOR OIL/GAS LEASING ON COUNTY-OWNED LAND WHEREAS, Schuyler County requested proposals for oil and gas leasing on certain county-owned land, and WHEREAS, only one proposal was received and the Management and Finance Committee recommends acceptance of the proposal. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature accept the proposal from Fairman Drilling Company for oil and gas leasing on certain county owned lands as follows: Tax Map #92-2-26 1st year rental payment of $35 per acre Annual Rental of $10 per acre thereafter Primary term of 3 years 1/8th royalty payment of the gross proceeds from the production Tax Map #92-2-24 1st year rental payment of $55 per acre Annual Rental of $10 per acre thereafter Primary term of 3 years 1/8th royalty payment of the gross proceeds from the production Tax Map #5-1-29 One year primary term for $250 1/8th royalty payment of the gross proceeds from the production, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a lease agreement with Fairman Drilling Company as set forth above; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 269 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Civil Service Department has a 2-drawer safe, which is not usable. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said safe surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said safe and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Shaw Walker 2-drawer safe VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 270 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – WATERSHED DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Watershed Department has replaced one vehicle. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said vehicle as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said vehicle and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) 1988 Chevrolet Caprice S/N 1G1BL5168JA161265 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 271 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR ABSTRACTING SERVICES FOR 2000 TAX SALE AUCTION PROPERTIES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature be hereby authorized to advertise for bids for abstracting services for the 2000 tax auction properties, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, bids are to be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 20, 2000 by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. Bids are to be opened and considered at the Management and Finance Committee meeting on June 21, 2000, at which time a recommendation for Legislative action will be made; acceptance or rejection of bids to be made at the July 10, 2000 Regular 106 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature; the County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 272 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION ON DELAYING CONGRESSIONAL ACTION ON INTERNET TAX MORATORIUM WHEREAS, out-of-state remote sellers who conduct sales via the Internet, mail order and phone are not required by law to collect existing sales and use taxes imposed by state and local governments, and WHEREAS, the primary barrier to collecting taxes on remote sales is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Quill v. North Dakota which defers to Congress to authorize states to require remote sellers to collect taxes in a manner that does not unduly burden Interstate commerce, and WHEREAS, state and local governments are working together to implement a streamlines sales tax system that would simplify definitions, tax rates and tax bases and use 21st Century technology in the collection process, and WHEREAS, current laws create a competitive disadvantage and great inequities between merchants who sell from traditional “brick and mortar” establishments and those who sell from electronic stores, and WHEREAS, increasing sales on the Internet, and the resulting erosion of sales and use tax revenues, will limit the ability of states and governments and school districts to finance essential public services such as police, fire, emergency medical service, education, social services, infrastructure development, and health care, and WHEREAS, a recent University of Tennessee study estimates that state sales tax revenue losses in 2003 will exceed $10 billion, and WHEREAS, the Advisory Commission on Electronic Commerce failed to reach a legally required consensus on fair and equitable treatment of both remote sellers and “Main Street” retailers and also proposed that Congress preempt state and local sovereignty guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature support simplification of state and local sales taxes and urges states to move expeditiously to develop and approve model simplification legislation, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Congress should not extend or expand the current moratorium until its expiration in October 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if state and local governments choose to negotiate a brief extension of the existing moratorium as part of a broader bill, such an extension: Should only be effective for a short period of time (no more than two years), and Must be linked to states’ successfully implementing sales tax simplification, which would trigger Congressional authorization of expanded duty to collect use taxes on remote sales, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to Congressman Amory Houghton, Jr., U.S. Senator Charles E. Shumer, U.S. Senator Daniel P. Moynihan, NYS Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., NYS Assemblyman James Bacalles, the New York State Association of Counties and the Inter-County Association of Western New York. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 273 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF SCOPED AGREEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, the current SCOPED contract expires June 9, 2000, and WHEREAS, SCOPED wishes to continue to provide economic development services to Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County wishes to discuss the terms and conditions of a renewal contract which will become effective on the calendar year instead of a mid-year cycle as is currently done, and WHEREAS, extension of the current contract until the end of the year will allow time for both parties to come to mutually acceptable terms for the future contract. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 107
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an extension of the current contract with SCOPED for the remainder of the year 2000, there being no cost involved since payment for the year 2000 has already been made; extension to be drafted by the Schuyler County Attorney. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young stated for the record that she is having trouble voting yes on this resolution because of the rent status. How much public funding will be going towards paying the rent? What is National Health Care’s actual roll in the community? She feels there is a lack of support for locally-owned business in the area. The dairy farmers have not been contacted about the specialty cheese process, they are in dire need for help. There is lack of a vision statement by SCOPED. If she votes yes, she hopes things will change this next year. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 274 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AGREEMENT TO BE LOCAL SPONSOR FOR SNOWMOBILE TRAILS GRANT APPLICATION FOR HORSEHEADS SNOWMOBILE CLUB WHEREAS, the Horseheads Snowmobile Club wishes to use the Schuyler County Government as their authorized local sponsor for their grant, and WHEREAS, the Planning Department would be the administrator of the grant and the County Treasurer would administer the grant funds, and WHEREAS, the Horseheads Snowmobile Club will carry $1,000,000 in insurance with a copy filed in the Planning Office, and WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will issue the trail permit to the Horseheads Snowmobile Club with the idea that there will be less needed grooming maintenance for the trails. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to be the authorized local sponsor for the Horseheads Snowmobile Club in the pursuit of Snowmobile Trails Grant funds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the grant application. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 275A Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 275 - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 275 be amended. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she would like to amend this resolution to include Michael Oates to the appointments. Legislator Hastings said it is a difficult situation for the Chairman to have the responsibility to make these decisions. She will be voting no to the amendment in respect for the Chairman’s position. MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to go into executive session to discuss a matter leading to the appointment of a particular person, SECOND by Chairman Gifford. Motion carried five ayes to three noes. Noes: Hastings, Young, Bingell. MOTION by Legislator Larison to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bleiler. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. VOTE: Failed 3-5. Noes: Hastings, Karius, Larison, Marvel, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 275 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: APPOINTMENTS – ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Environmental Management Council for the terms indicated below: Dan Teed, Town of Dix 6/12/2000-12/31/01 Bob King, Village of Watkins Glen 6/12/2000-12/31/01 John Gregoire, Member at Large 6/12/2000-12/31/01 Susan Gregoire, Member at Large 6/12/2000-12/31/01 Carl Peters, Member at Large 6/12/2000-12/31/01 Kelsey Jones, Member at Large 6/12/2000-12/31/01 108 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Bruce Adams, Chairman 6/12/2000-12/31/00 VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Bingell. RESOLUTION NO. 276 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF AND APPOINTMENT TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby creates the Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee, to be comprised of representatives of county, town and village government, in order to: 1. Develop an Information Technology (IT) strategy offering guidance to an integrated, countywide IT program. 2. Form subcommittees and interface with users from both the private and public sectors to address common IT issues. 3. Offer recommendations regarding IT initiatives, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes the appointments of the following individuals to the Information Technology Steering Committee, to serve until further notice: Thomas R. Bloodgood (Chairman) Doris L. Karius Randy Deal Robin Kay Reed Mark Hills Ben Dickens Deborah Riley Cedric Stewart Jean Kosty Suzanne Casselberry Michael Baker VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Bingell. RESOLUTION NO. 277 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH OFFICE EQUIPMENT SOURCE, INC. FOR XEROX 3001 ENGINEERING COPIER – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY WHEREAS, an annual maintenance agreement is available for the recently purchased Xerox 3001 Copier, in the Real Property Tax Service office, for $384.00 a year and $.071 per metered foot, said money funded in the 2000 budget in account no. 1355.426. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign a maintenance agreement on the aforementioned with a term of April 15, 2000 through April 14, 2001, subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 278 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH NYS OFFICE OF REAL PROPERTY SERVICES WHEREAS, The State of New York Office of Real Property Services, (ORPS), and Schuyler County seek an agreement governing the electronic transmission of real property data, and WHEREAS, a partnership between ORPS and Schuyler County in the collection and electronic transmission of sales data, with payment to the county on a quarterly basis, would foster improved real property tax administration. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and is hereby authorized to sign the 24 month Memorandum of Understanding starting January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001, pending the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 279 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 109
RE: REQUEST THE NEW YORK STATE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS TO IMPLEMENT THE ROGERS-ALLEN ACT WHEREAS, farmers in New York State have been struggling for many years to operate and maintain their farms while receiving low milk prices, even though the rest of the nation is benefiting from a strong economy, and WHEREAS, the farmers are now being negatively affected by the rising cost of fuel which is being passed on to the farmers from the milk haulers, and WHEREAS, these increasing fuel costs will also impact the operational costs of the farms when spring planting and haying begin, and WHEREAS, the Rogers-Allen Act is a longstanding New York State law which allows the New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets to establish an emergency price for Class I, Class II and Class III milk in New York State to help maintain the viability of agriculture in the State. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby strongly and vigorously urges the New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets to implement the Rogers-Allen Act immediately so that agriculture can remain a viable industry in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to Nathan Rudgers, New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets, One Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12235; Governor George E. Pataki; Senator Joseph Bruno; Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr.; Assemblyman James G. Bacalles, the New York State Farm Bureau; the InterCounty Association of Western New York; and the New York State Association of Counties. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 280 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZING DISTRIBUTION OF MORTGAGE TAX RECEIPTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 261 OF THE NEW YORK STATE TAX LAW WHEREAS, the County Clerk and Treasurer have presented their report concerning mortgage tax receipts for the period October 1, 1999 through March 31, 2000, pursuant to Section 261 of the New York State Tax Law, and the same has been apportioned to the various municipalities thereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to pay the respective towns and villages of Schuyler County those amounts listed on Exhibit "A" attached hereto. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 281 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: URGING INCLUSION OF LOCAL FUNDING IN PROPOSED NEW YORK STATE TRANSPORTATION BOND ACT PURSUANT TO SECTION 153 OF THE COUNTY LAW WHEREAS, local governments own 95% of the roads in New York State (85,000 miles), and WHEREAS, two-thirds of the aforementioned roads are deficient, and WHEREAS, local governments own 50% of the bridges in New York State, half of which are rated deficient and in need of major structural repair, and WHEREAS, the CHIPs Capital and Maintenance funds are not adequate to address the deficiencies on the local transportation system, and have been cut or held constant while inflation erodes purchasing power, and WHEREAS, currently about 75% of funds used to repair the local road and bridge system comes from County real property taxes, and WHEREAS, the State Legislature is considering authorizing a $3.8 billion Transportation Bond Act to be placed on the November, 2000 ballot, and WHEREAS, there is a proposed 50%-50% split between mass transit and highways and bridges, and WHEREAS, there has been no indication as to whether local governments would be eligible for funding under the Bond Act, and WHEREAS, local governments need at least $500 million to be included in the Bond Act ($100 million annually over the five-year capital transportation program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby strongly urges the State Legislature to provide for local eligibility for Transportation Bond Act funds as described above, and 110 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
EXHIBIT "A" MORTGAGE TAX DISTRIBUTION AMOUNG TOWNS AND VILLAGES OCTOBER 1, 1999 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2000
In Assess Out Assess Total Value Total Dbid. Vill. Share Town Share Distribution Percentage Catharine 11,473,561 35,658,479 47,132,040 94,264,080 471.57 3,402.77 3,874.34 12.1717
Cayuta 16,747,031 16,747,031 33,494,062 4,378.87 4,378.87 0.0000
Dix WG 53,053,030 58,186,233 113,058,208 226,116,416 3,409.81 11,006.19 14,532.91 23.4627 Dix MF 1,818,945 116.91 0.8044
Hector 6,613,802 163,670,784 170,284,586 340,569,172 491.73 24,829.20 25,320.93 1.9420
Montour-OD 2,557,408 25,741,426 62,191,587 124,383,174 197.54 6,792.20 9,607.72 2.0561 Montour-MF 33,892,753 2,617.98 27.2487
Orange 21,544,259 21,544,259 43,088,518 6,591.09 6,591.09 0.0000
Reading 8,004,300 63,573,420 71,577,720 143,155,440 517.91 8,744.82 9,262.73 5.5913
Tyrone 86,563,587 86,563,587 173,127,174 6,556.29 6,556.29 0.0000
TOTALS 117,413,799 471,685,219 589,099,018 1,178,198,036 7,823.45 72,301.43 80,124.88 73.2769 APPROVED BY COMMITTEE: /s/ Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr. Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr. /s/ Patricia L. Hastings Patricia L. Hastings /s/ Jerold D. Marvel Jerold D. Marvel /s/ Sharon S. Bingell Sharon S. Bingell PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 111
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to Governor George E. Pataki, NYS Senate Majority Leader, NYS Senate Minority Leader, NYS Senator John R. Kuhl, NYS Assembly Majority Leader, NYS Assembly Minority Leader, NYS Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC and the InterCounty Association of Western New York. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 282 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF INTEREST TO NYSAC REGARDING POOL PARTICIPANTS FOR NEW YORK COUNTY TOBACCO TRUST (NYCTT) WHEREAS, the County is entitled to receive payments (“TSRs”) under the Master Settlement Agreement (the “MSA”) and related Consent Decree and Final Judgement of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of New York dated December 23, 1998 in the class action entitled State of New York et. al. V. Phillip Morris Incorporated, et. al. (Index No. 400361/97), and WHEREAS, receipt of TSRs are subject to numerous adjustments based upon a variety of factors including tobacco consumption patterns and market share of non-participating manufacturers, and WHEREAS, there are a number of risks associated with receipt of such TSRs including, primarily, litigation affecting participating manufacturers and possible bankruptcy as a result thereof, and WHEREAS, the County is considering selling its right to receive TSRs under the MSA to reduce such risks and recognize the benefits thereof immediately, and WHEREAS, the County is considering joining with other counties within the State of New York to reduce the costs associated with a securitization transaction designed to effectuate a sale of the TSRs and to maximize the net proceeds available to the County up front, and WHEREAS, the New York State Association of Counties (“NYSAC”) has organized a pooled tobacco settlement securitization program – the New York County Tobacco Trust (“NYCTT”) that will achieve such ends, and WHEREAS, the timing of passage of the local law necessary in order for the County to sell the TSRs needs to be coordinated with the timing of passage of local laws by other counties, and WHEREAS, the local development corporation to be created pursuant to the aforementioned local law, once created, would be specifically authorized to move forward as a participant in the NYCTT. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows: Section 1. The County intends to submit a local law for consideration substantially in the form attached thereto as Exhibit A no later than June 30, 2000 with final action thereon no later than September 15, 2000. Section 2. The Schuyler County Legislature is designated as the contract person(s) authorized to represent the County during the consideration of securitization through the NYCTT. VOTE: Passed 8-0. EXHIBIT “A” LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. OF THE YEAR 2000 BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: Section 1. Legislative Intent The Legislature hereby finds that: A. The County of Schuyler is entitled to receive payments under the Master Settlement Agreement (hereinafter, the “MSA”) and the Consent Decree and Final Judgement of the Supreme County of the State of New York, County of New York, dated December 23, 1998 (hereinafter, as the same may be amended or modified, the “Decree”) in the class action entitled State of New York et. al. V. Phillip Morris Incorporated, et. al. (Index No. 400361/97), and B. In order to secure to present generations a portion of the benefits intended to be conferred by the MSA and the Decree it is necessary or desirable for the County to sell all or a portion of its rights, title and interest in, to and under the Decree and in and to the moneys payable to the County under the MSA and the Decree (all such rights, title and interest hereinafter collectively 112 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
referred to as the “Tobacco Settlement Revenues”) to a local development corporation to be created by the County pursuant to the Not-For-Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York. Section 2. Authorization to take all actions necessary to effect sales and to benefit from the consideration to be received from such sales. The County is hereby authorized to sell to the said local development corporation, and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to effect one or more sales to the said local development corporation of, the County’s rights, title and interest in and to all or a portion of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to enable the County to benefit from the consideration to be received from any such sale. The County Executive (Chairman of the County Legislature) or his designee(s) may approve the terms and conditions of any such transaction and the form and substance of any agreement of sale or other document necessary or desirable to effect any such transaction including the power to execute and deliver any such agreement or other document as may be approved by the person executing the same and to take any and all other actions necessary or desirable to enter into, facilitate or consummate such transaction, including agreeing to pay certain fees and expenses which will be payable regardless of whether or not such transaction is consummated. The County shall use approximately $ of the initial proceeds to be received from said corporation from such sale to finance certain capital projects identified in the County’s capital program and the remaining initial proceeds to finance the defeasance of County obligations. It is the intent of this local law that a sale by the County of Tobacco Settlement Revenues to the said local development corporation is, and it is hereby deemed to be, a true sale and not a borrowing. Section 3. Local Development Corporation. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) is hereby authorized to take all actions necessary to create a corporation pursuant to the New York Not-For-Profit Corporation Law 1411 (hereinafter, the “Corporation”). The Corporation shall be granted all powers as may be deemed necessary by the County Executive (Chairman of the County Legislature) or his designee(s) which powers shall include, but not limited to, the power to purchase from the County its right, title and interest in and to all or a portion of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues, to issue bonds, notes and other evidence of indebtedness and other securities and to incur other obligations, to create and transfer assets of the Corporation to a trust or other entity, and to take all other actions as may be necessary in connections therewith. It is the specific intention of the Legislature that the purpose and scope of the Corporation be limited to the transactions contemplated by this local law including the purchase of Tobacco Settlement Revenues from the County, the financing of any such purchase and related transactions. Section 4. Covenant and Agreement. The County is hereby authorized to covenant and agree with the Corporation in a transaction contemplated by this local law for the benefit of the Corporation and the holders from time to time of any bonds, notes or other obligations or other securities (hereinafter collectively, the “Securities”) issued by the Corporation that the County will not limit or alter the rights of the Corporation to fulfill the terms of its agreements with the holders of the Securities or in any way impair the rights and remedies of such holders or the security for the Securities until the Securities, together with the interest due thereon or payable in respect thereof and all costs and expenses in connection with any action or proceeding by or on behalf of such holders, are fully met and discharged. The County Executive (Chairman of the County Legislature) or his designee(s) is granted the power to make such a covenant to and agreement with the Corporation and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to cause such covenant and agreement to be made or enforced. The Corporation is hereby authorized to assign to or for the benefit of the holders of its Securities any covenant or agreement made by the County pursuant to this Section. Section 5. This local law takes effect upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State as provided by Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. RESOLUTION NO. 283 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 113
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PERIOD 7/1/00-6/30/2001 - PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 230-00 authorized advertising for bids for transportation of preschool handicapped children, and WHEREAS, bids were received and opened at the June 5, 2000 Legislative Resolution Review Committee meeting. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the bid from Schuyler Arc for transportation of preschool handicapped children to and from Frank Pierce Early Childhood Center, Franziska Racker Centers, STC BOCES-Horseheads, Chemung County UCP, and Yates Arc/Keuka Lake Schools from July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2001 in the amount of $117.50 per child per day plus $6.00 per additional child be, and hereby is, accepted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid from Schuyler Arc for transportation of preschool handicapped children to and from SCT BOCES-Watkins Glen from July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2001 in the amount of $78.50 per child per day plus $6.00 per additional child be, and hereby is, accepted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid from Oaks Garage, Inc. for transportation of preschool handicapped children to and from Yates Arc/Keuka Lakes Schools from July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2001 in the amount of $89.00 per child per day plus $30.00 per additional child be, and hereby is, accepted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid from Schuyler Arc for miscellaneous transportation of preschool handicapped children from July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2001 in the amount of $1.32 per child be, and hereby is, accepted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that since certain students may be eligible for transport by a parent, school district or public transportation, this award is not an exclusive contract for services, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that contracts necessary to carry out such transportation services are hereby authorized for signature by the Chairman of this Legislature, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 284 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF SERVICES AIDE POSITION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, it is necessary, because of health reasons, to move an employee from a full-time Meal Deliverer position (Tivon Meir) to another position, and WHEREAS, an additional Services Aide position is necessary to manage increased responsibilities of Office for the Aging programs, and WHEREAS, hours can be maneuvered so that there is no additional salary cost to the county. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the creation of a Services Aide position for the Office for the Aging to work 4-hours per day to be filled by Tivon Meir, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the vacated full-time Meal Deliverer position be reduced from 7 to 4 hours per day and that Charles Smith be approved to fill that position, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 17 hour per week Meal Deliverer position vacated by Charles Smith be filled. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she will vote no on this resolution. She feels insecure about the answers she has been given on funding for this position. She also feels this is creating a position for a person and not hiring a person for a position. Legislator Bingell stated that they are only increasing positions by one hour, she is not uncomfortable at all. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 285 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE COUNTY MATCH FOR RURAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY PROJECT WHEREAS, NYS Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has indicated that they would support Steuben/Schuyler’s application to initiate a rural transportation study project, and WHEREAS, NYSDOT would have to commit federal highway project funding to undertake the study program which would require a match from the counties of 20%, and 114 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, Schuyler County’s share of that match would be $2,466 compared to Steuben County’s share of $4,934, and WHEREAS, Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development (STCRP & D) Board is requesting the state to fund the study and make a determination if they can assist on providing match up to the 50% level, and WHEREAS, if the state comes up with 50% match, STCRP & D Board would provide the other 50% eliminating the need of any match from the counties. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby supports the application to initiate a rural transportation study project for Steuben/Schuyler counties and commits to its local match of $2,466, only if needed, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $2,466 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Transportation account no. 5630.555-Southern Tier Planning. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 286 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO BRING THREE (3) RESOLUTIONS TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that three (3) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 287 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CSEA) WHEREAS, the County and CSEA agree upon certain terms relative to a Stand-By Pay issue. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to the terms of the Memorandum of Agreement as drafted and approved by the County’s labor counsel relative to a Stand-By Pay issue, and authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature to execute the same. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 288 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT OF SCHUYLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of the year 1999 established the office of County Administrator for Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, a Search Committee screened and interviewed candidates, and recommends the appointment of James D. Corl as County Administrator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of James D. Corl as Schuyler County Administrator for the term July 3, 2000 through December 31, 2001 at an annual salary of $65,000. DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison said he can not vote yes on this resolution. He told his people he would not support this position. However, he will work with the County Administrator to make the job successful. He feels it is a lot of money being spent on an experiment. Legislator Bingell said the Legislature has already voted on the position. She will be voting for the candidate for the position. She feels he is the best candidate they have found. Legislator Young said she will also be voting no on this resolution. She feels it has not been well thought out, departments that will be impacted have not been included in the process, and people of District I told her they did not want this position. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 289 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO AMEND LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1999 ALLOWING FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF MOVING EXPENSES FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER WHEREAS, the Legislature desires to have the ability to offer reimbursement of moving expenses for a candidate accepting the position of county administrator as part of the total compensation package, and WHEREAS, State Comptroller Opinion #87-8 states that a county may pay the actual moving expenses provided it does so by Local Law. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 115
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 8 of the year 2000 be, and hereby is, introduced in the form hereto annexed pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on July 10, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1999 allowing for reimbursement of moving expenses for the Office of County Administrator. Be it enacted by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1999, as follows: SECTION 4. SALARY The County Administrator shall receive an annual salary to be fixed by the County Legislature. The County Administrator may also receive reimbursement for moving expenses as part of the total compensation package if determined appropriate by the County Legislature. Said reimbursement to be fixed by the County Legislature. This Local Law shall take effect upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State as provided by the Municipal Home Rule Law. MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to waive the rules, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Larison. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. NEW BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. The committee will be discussing increasing the District Attorney position to full-time and the State’s Aid to Prosecution bill. The committee is considering making the District Attorney full-time with the State paying 50% of the salary. Also, Schuyler County will be receiving $50,000 for the District Attorney’s Office through Aid to Prosecution. The committee also discussed the possibility of hiring a consultant for the radio communication problems. The committee is looking at proposals now. The Odessa-Montour School District has requested that the Sheriff look into grants for a school resource officer in the schools. There are two funding possibilities and a federal program available. Legislator Young reported on the Human Services Committee. She talked about the Economic Opportunity Program Board. She feels they need to increase their action in Schuyler County or decide why we are a part of it. Legislator Young clarified some facts regarding the Runaway and Homeless Program conducted by the Youth Bureau, which is part of the Resource Allocation Plan for that department. She feels very strongly that there is a need for this program in Schuyler County. Legislator Karius reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. She said the revaluation in the Town of Orange is going well. Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management and Finance Committee. He thanked everyone that participated in the hiring process for the County Administrator. He hopes the county selected the right person. He looks forward to the opportunity to work with him. He wanted the public to know that all of the money spent on this position was money appropriated in the 2000 budget. He also reported that the Health Insurance Review Committee (HIRC) process is going well. They hope to hear more tomorrow from the consultant. He reported that on Tuesday, June 11, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. there is a meeting scheduled with the county’s bond counsel to discuss the Tobacco settlement and securitization. He has another issue he is looking at, which is studying the county’s tax structure. He will soon be proposing some ideas in that regard. Legislator Larison reported that the State has passed a bill allowing hunters to give up their deer in order for it to be donated to the food pantry and are then able to fill another deer tag. Chemung County is helping out by paying for the processing fee. The meat is then given to the local food pantry. He feels it is a good idea, there are more deer now than ever. 116 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. The committee may consider a partnership with Tompkins and Tioga Counties to get some relief on electric bills, by purchasing power as a cooperative. There is now a farmer's market at the lakefront made possible through a grant received by SCOPED. At the market there will be crafts and fruits and vegetables available, to name a few. Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. Both the Mental Health and Public Health Departments have been very active. They have a lot of things going on including the Healthy Heart Program. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked what securitization is in relation to the Tobacco settlement. Chairman Gifford explained that it is borrowing against future payments. Tom Ryan said he would like information on the County Administrator. The Clerk informed him that there is a press release available. He also thanked the Legislators for voting yes on the Alternative Veterans Exemption Resolution. Fred Yahn asked if the Legislature plans on tracking the savings that might occur with the County Administrator. Chairman Gifford said he hopes to see it at budget time, time will tell. Legislator Hastings stated that Mr. Corl claims he will certainly save his salary and more. She feels the county needs more help than just with financial problems. The Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 28, 2000
The June 28, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 8:45 a.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Young and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Marvel. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 290 Motion by Karius, Second by Bleiler. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING CALL BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following items of business: 1. Introduction of Local Law in relation to the sale by Schuyler County of its rights to receive payments expected to become due under the Master Settlement Agreement and the related Consent Decree and Final Judgment with various Tobacco companies. 2. Authorize Chairman of the Legislature to Sign Memorandum of Agreement with the Deputy Sheriffs Association. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 291 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 9 OF THE YEAR 2000 IN RELATION TO THE SALE BY SCHUYLER COUNTY OF ITS RIGHTS TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS EXPECTED TO BECOME DUE UNDER THE MASTER SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND THE RELATED CONSENT DECREE AND FINAL JUDGEMENT WITH VARIOUS TOBACCO COMPANIES WHEREAS, Schuyler County is entitled to receive payments under the Master Settlement Agreement (Tobacco Settlement), and WHEREAS, it is desirable for the County to sell all or a portion of its rights under the Master Settlement Agreement to a local development corporation. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 117
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 9 of the year 2000 be, and hereby is, introduced in the form hereto annexed pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on August 14, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: Section 1. Legislative Intent The Legislature hereby finds that: A. The County of Schuyler is entitled to receive payments under the Master Settlement Agreement (hereinafter, the “MSA”) and the Consent Decree and Final Judgement of the Supreme County of the State of New York, County of New York, dated December 23, 1998 (hereinafter, as the same may be amended or modified, the “Decree”) in the class action entitled State of New York et al. v. Phillip Morris Incorporated, et al. (Index No. 400361/97), and B. In order to secure to present generations a portion of the benefits intended to be conferred by the MSA and the Decree it is necessary or desirable for the County to sell all or a portion of its rights, title and interest in, to and under the Decree and in and to the moneys payable to the County under the MSA and the Decree (all such rights, title and interest hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Tobacco Settlement Revenues”) to a local development corporation to be created by the County pursuant to the Not-For-Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York. Section 2. Authorization to take all actions necessary to effect sales and to benefit from the consideration to be received from such sales. The County is hereby authorized to sell to the said local development corporation, and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to effect one or more sales to the said local development corporation of, the County’s rights, title and interest in and to all or a portion of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to enable the County to benefit from the consideration to be received from any such sale. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) may approve the terms and conditions of any such transaction and the from and substance of any agreement of sale or other document necessary or desirable to effect any such transaction including the power to execute and deliver any such agreement or other document as may be approved by the person executing the same and to take any and all other actions necessary or desirable to enter into, facilitate or consummate such transaction, including agreeing to pay certain fees and expenses which will be payable regardless of whether or not such transaction is consummated. The County shall use approximately $2.9 million initial proceeds to be received from said corporation from such sale to finance certain capital projects identified in the County’s capital program and the remaining initial proceeds to finance the defeasance of County obligations. It is the intent of this local law that a sale by the County of Tobacco Settlement Revenues to the said local development corporation is, and it is hereby deemed to be, a true sale and not a borrowing. Section 3. Local Development Corporation. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) is hereby authorized to take all actions necessary to create a corporation pursuant to the New York Not-For-Profit Corporation Law 1411 (hereinafter, the “Corporation”). The Corporation shall be granted all powers as may be deemed necessary by the Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) which powers shall include, but not limited to, the power to purchase from the County its right, title and interest in and to all or a portion of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues, to issue bonds, notes and other evidence of indebtedness and other securities and to incur other obligations, to create and transfer assets of the Corporation to a trust or other entity, and to take all other actions as may be necessary in connections therewith. It is the specific intention of the Legislature that the purpose and scope of the Corporation be limited to the transactions contemplated by this local law including the purchase of Tobacco Settlement Revenues from the County, the financing of any such purchase and related transactions. Section 4. Covenant and Agreement. 118 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
The County is hereby authorized to covenant and agree with the Corporation in a transaction contemplated by this local law for the benefit of the Corporation and the holders from time to time of any bonds, notes or other obligations or other securities (hereinafter collectively, the “Securities”) issued by the Corporation that the County will not limit or alter the rights of the Corporation to fulfill the terms of its agreements with the holders of the Securities or in any way impair the rights and remedies of such holders or the security for the Securities until the Securities, together with the interest due thereon or payable in respect thereof and all costs and expenses in connection with any action or proceeding by or on behalf of such holders, are fully met and discharged. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) is granted the power to make such a covenant to and agreement with the Corporation and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to cause such covenant and agreement to be made or enforced. The Corporation is hereby authorized to assign to or for the benefit of the holders of its Securities any covenant or agreement made by the County pursuant to this Section. Section 5. This local law takes effect upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State as provided by Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if this proposal is being made solely from First Albany Bank? Chairman Gifford said no, it is being presented by the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). Legislator Young said she understands that 83% of the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) goes to the county and the rest goes to First Albany. Chairman Gifford explained that not all of it goes to First Albany, some will go to bond counsel and to other companies. Legislator Young asked what was wrong with taking the money every year and paying off indebtedness, putting some into interest bearing accounts and into educational measures to decrease the amount of smokers. Chairman Gifford said there is nothing wrong with that, however, there is a risk that tobacco companies may not be able to come through with their payments in the end. This is not a commitment to do anything at this point; the county will not have to make up its mind until September 15, 2000. This is simply to make sure the county is included in the pool at this point. If the county does not join in now, we can not join in later. Legislator Hastings said she agrees with Legislator Young, long term is what the county needs to focus on. She disagrees however, on how the money should be spent. She feels the county should not spend it on the current bonds. She can not go along with the bonding. Chairman Gifford agrees that the Legislature needs to discuss this issue more, but he feels they should not defeat this local law introduction today. Legislator Bleiler feels the county should get in on the pooling because of the financial risks. If the county accepts the money up front, it is today’s money. If the county accepts yearly payments, the payments could be less and less each year, therefore, the county would not get its money’s worth. Legislator Bingell said she attended the meeting in Syracuse when this was first discussed and she is not sure yet how she feels. She feels there are pluses on both sides of the issue. Legislator Larison said he hates to see the county lose this opportunity. The county has needs and equipment to purchase. Legislator Young asked why First Albany is the only one involved. Legislator Bleiler said NYSAC is who pursued this issue and asked First Albany to help them. Chairman Gifford said there are two other bonding companies in this, not just First Albany. Legislator Young suggested that the Legislature ask someone from NYSAC to come explain this process. She will vote yes to see that this process continues. VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 292 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPUTY SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION WHEREAS, the County and the Deputy Sheriffs Association agree upon certain terms relative to a medical leave issue. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to the terms of the Memorandum of Agreement as drafted and approved by the County=s labor counsel relative to a medical leave issue, and authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature to execute the same. DISCUSSION: The Sheriff explained that by law, officers are allowed full pay when hurt in the line of duty. All staff was covered by that law prior to becoming civil service positions. Once his office staff was reclassified as civil service, some positions were excluded from that law. The Animal Control Officer position PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 119 is one of them. When the employee in this position was injured recently by slipping on his vehicle he was paid full pay based on past practice. This was a mistake and he was the one who discovered it. This employee has not been paid for the last two weeks of work. When the Animal Control Officer was reclassified, he should have been notified that he no longer qualifies for Section 207-c pay. This Memorandum of Agreement will sign off any future payments. Doris Craig, Personnel Officer, stated that the employee was notified of his change of title and was offered to make an appeal. The Sheriff said this Memorandum of Agreement will pay him these two weeks full pay only and then it will fall under worker’s compensation. It amounts to approximately $300. Legislator Hastings asked who discovered this mistake. The Sheriff said he did and he is trying to correct it for the future. Legislator Larison called for the question and it was Seconded by Legislator Young. VOTE: Passed 7-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 2000
The July 10, 2000 Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Karius and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer stated now that the County Administrator is on board, the Legislature should be careful not to appoint him to too many boards until he has time to get comfortable. 7:00 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO AMEND LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1999 ALLOWING FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF MOVING EXPENSES FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER: There was no public participation/comments. RESOLUTION NO. 293 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JUNE 12, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND JUNE 28, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting and June 28, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 294 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS TO THE ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SUBCOMMITTEE – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Community Services Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Subcommittee for the term expiring as indicated: F. Taylor Peck III December 31, 2003 Joan Mistretta December 31, 2001 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 295 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE BILLING SOFTWARE SUPPORT AGREEMENT FOR DATACRON – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Public Health Department purchased billing software from Datacron, (owned by Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company (3M Corporation)), and 120 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, as stated in the Datacron Agreement, the software support begins once the program has successfully billed insurance, which it has, and WHEREAS, the software support amount will be billed in an amount not to exceed $805.00 per month, which includes support for the Home Care Billing Program, Scheduler, Clinical Documentation for Clerical, and Clinical Documentation for Point of Care. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Public Health Department to begin the monthly support payments in an amount not to exceed $805.00 to Datacron, from date of first successful billing, March 1, 2000, per Contract Addendum, paragraph 4, through February 28, 2001, funding available in 2000 Public Health budget account no. 4010.532. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 296 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH MILLER ASSOCIATES FOR PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION THERAPY SERVICES – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, Miller Associates provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy at the rate of Fifty Dollars ($50) for up to a sixty minute session. In addition will provide group therapy sessions at a rate of Thirty Dollars ($30) each child up to two children, Twenty ($20) each child up to three children, and in the event only one child present will be reimbursed at the Fifty Dollar ($50) rate. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Miller Associates to provide Preschool therapy services from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 as set forth above, funding available in 2000 Public Health budget account no. 2960.400; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 297 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AMEND FINGER LAKES PARENT NETWORK AGREEMENT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Parent Network provides respite and support services to residents in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, they will be increasing these services by five hours, effective July 1, 2000, at a cost of $1,500.00, and WHEREAS, funds are available in the year 2000 budget to pay for these services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an amendment to the Finger Lakes Parent Network agreement for the year 2000 in an amount not to exceed an additional $1,500.00, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 298 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, Family Services Society provides Case Management Services, part time, to children and youth in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, there is a need for additional services, and funding is available in the County Budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an agreement with Family Services Society for the provision of case management services, in an amount not to exceed $30,000 beginning September 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 299 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF SOFTWARE – OFFICE FOR THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 121
AGING WHEREAS, the mandate for Nutrition Program menus is to provide analysis of the food for nutritive value, and WHEREAS, the software the Office for the Aging has been using for this task is out of date, inadequate and can only be used on a very old computer, and WHEREAS, nutrition program monies may be used for this purchase. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $552 from account no. 6772.401-Miscellaneous Contractual to account no. 6772.278-Software to allow the above purchase. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 300 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO FOSTER CARE – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has had an increase in Foster Care expenses in 2000 and a decrease in Juvenile Delinquency expenses. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds in the Social Services 2000 budget, as follows: - $ 90,000 6123.400 Juvenile Delinquency +$ 90,000 6119.400 Foster Care VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 301 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER ARC FOR MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is required to provide medical transportation for recipients of Medicaid, and WHEREAS, the Arc of Schuyler County has provided this service to the Department in the past, and WHEREAS, the Department and Arc have agreed to continue this service for 6 months, and WHEREAS, due to an increase in gas and labor costs, the flat rate charged by Arc will increase $168.34 per month from last year’s contract for a total monthly cost of $3,485 ($41,820 annually), and WHEREAS, because of the half year contract, the first 15,000 miles of semi-fixed route services will be at a flat fee of $3,485 per month, and any excess mileage will continue to be charged at the same rate agreed to last year of $0.82 per mile, and WHEREAS, demand responsive transportation will continue to be available with 48 hours notice with extended hours of availability from 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m., at the same per mile rate as last year of $1.32. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to renew the medical transportation agreement with Schuyler Arc for the Department of Social Services, with the above noted changes, for the term July 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, funding available in the 2000 Social Services budget account no. 6010.333; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 302 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE RENEWAL OF LABOR ONLY SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH STANDARD REGISTER – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services Financial Operations Unit has an Electric Check Disburser, Model T9809, Serial Number X5064, and WHEREAS, it is cost effective to renew the labor only service agreement in lieu of purchasing a new disburser. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services be authorized to renew the labor only service agreement with Standard Register for $363 per year (an $18 increase from 1999 subject to a equipment age factor), there being funding available in the 2000 Social Services budget account no. 6010.426, and that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the agreement, subject to 122 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 303 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH FISHER ASSOCIATES AND HUNT ENGINEERS – HIGHWAY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute two-year term agreements with Hunt Engineers and Fisher Associates for various engineering services for the County Highway Department for the term July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2002, funding available in the Highway 2000 Engineering budget; said agreements subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 304 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION AND FILLING OF A PROBATION OFFICER POSITION WHEREAS, funds were allocated pursuant to Resolution No. 468-99 for the Schuyler County Probation Department to hire a Probation Officer for half of a year, and WHEREAS, the Probation Department continues to be in need of the above-referenced Probation Officer due to an exceedingly high case load. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Probation Department be authorized to create a Probation Officer position, effective 7/1/00, at grade level XXII with a beginning salary of $12.71/hour. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings stated that this position was considered and authorized during budget preparation. Legislator Young asked if this was due to an exceedingly high caseload and asked if the figures were available to the committee to compare previous years. Legislator Hastings said the figures are available and commented that up to this point, the department head has been carrying a caseload, which is out of the ordinary. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 305 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING AMENDMENT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 211 WHEREAS, County Law Section 211 requires at least one copy of the printed proceedings of the board shall be filed with the County Clerk, each City and Town Clerk, the State Librarian, the State Department of Audit and Control and the State Department of Taxation and Finance, and WHEREAS, the NYS Association of Clerk of County Legislative Boards supports an option for counties to file their proceedings electronically to the offices designated, and WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee of this Legislature concurs with this recommendation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby recommends that County Law Section 211 be amended to allow counties the option to file their proceedings electronically to the County Clerk, each City and Town Clerk, the State Librarian, the State Department of Audit and Control and the State Department of Taxation and Finance, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution be sent to the Majority and Minority Leaders of the New York State Assembly and New York State Senate, NYS Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYS Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York, and the NYS Association of Clerks of County Legislative Boards. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 306 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 8/LOCAL LAW NO. 9 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO AMEND LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1999 ALLOWING FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF MOVING EXPENSES FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of the year 1999 allowing for reimbursement of moving expenses for the Office of County Administrator for the County of Schuyler was PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 123 heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held July 10, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 8/Local Law No. 9 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 8/Local Law No. 9 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 9 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1999 allowing for reimbursement of moving expenses for the Office of County Administrator. Be it enacted by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1999, as follows: SECTION 4. SALARY The County Administrator shall receive an annual salary to be fixed by the County Legislature. The County Administrator may also receive reimbursement for moving expenses as part of the total compensation package if determined appropriate by the County Legislature. Said reimbursement to be fixed by the County Legislature. This Local Law shall take effect upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State as provided by the Municipal Home Rule Law. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young stated this law sets a precedent, which she does not want to see, and she will have to respectfully vote no. Legislator Marvel feels this is a precedent that the County should establish. Executives and administrators of local businesses throughout the country offer moving expenses as part of the benefit package to entice a person to accept a position. Legislator Bleiler agrees and stated that we cannot restrict ourselves with hiring someone close by and if we do not offer help with moving expenses, we cannot expect someone to move here for what we offer as a salary without this added benefit. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Young RESOLUTION NO. 307 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 172-00 – PERSONNEL CLERK WHEREAS, the Personnel Clerk position is an exception from representation by the CSEA Administrative Unit, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 172-00 erroneously placed the new employee in a grade of the Administrative Contract, and WHEREAS, correcting this error results in a $.39 per hour increase for this employee, but does not exceed the maximum amount of $15,000.00 in the resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 172-00 be amended to change the first resolved clause to read, “....at the rate of $20,900.00 per year in Grade B of the Management Confidential Salary Plan.” VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 308 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AMEND MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN WHEREAS, the position of Personnel Clerk has been vacant for over two years, it has been omitted from the Factor Rating Chart in the Management Confidential Salary Plan, and WHEREAS, there is no change in the grade placement for Personnel Clerk. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Salary Plan be amended by the addition of the following: I II III IV V VI VII Total Grade Personnel Clerk 28 56 30 30 32 20 70 266 B VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 309 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. 124 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RE: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING NEW YORK STATE’S INVOLVEMENT IN THE CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAM WHEREAS, the counties in the Chemung and Susquehanna River Basins of New York form the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay, and WHEREAS, the Chemung and Susquehanna River Basins of New York provided essential fresh, clean water to the Chesapeake Bay, and WHEREAS, there is a need to address non-point source pollution issues on a watershed scale, and WHEREAS, the counties and communities within the Chemung and Susquehanna River Basins of New York have limited resource with which to address water quality issues, and WHEREAS, the Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP), a coalition of the United States, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia, is interested in developing partnerships with other watershed states such as New York, and WHEREAS, joining the CBP would provide new funding sources and technical resources for water quality protection and watershed management. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby request New York State Governor George Pataki to join the Chesapeake Bay Program to undertake those water quality and environmental protection programs which are in the best interest of the New York State counties within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed while also benefiting the Bay watershed as a whole. DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison stated that he cannot support this resolution. Five Lakes is checking on the run-off of farms, but not what is coming out of the local wastewater treatment plant. He feels it is stacked against the farmers. Legislator Karius stated that the Soil and Water Conservation District is asking this Legislature to support this involvement. Legislator Hastings stated this is money coming from the federal government to help the farmers with the run-off. It is not going to hinder them, it will help them to straighten up the situation. Legislator Young feels that this is not aimed at the farmers. The Chesapeake Bay area is under overload not only from farmers, but from golf courses and human wastes. She provided Legislator Larison with some reading material on the situation which has to do with the over population that is exploding waste into that area. She feels that if we do not deal with this, we are all going to suffer from the fall out. Legislator Marvel understands Legislator Larison’s reluctance, however, he has done a great deal of reading about what has happened and has found that the fishing has been almost depleted in that area and the wildlife cannot tolerate it. We need to do something. He feels the ecosystem needs to be protected and brought back to life. He would do anything to help support the farmers. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison RESOLUTION NO. 310 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT FOR DATA COLLECTION SERVICES WITH CHARLES CHAMBERLAIN – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY WHEREAS, the county has contracted with Charles Chamberlain for real property data collection services in the Town of Orange in the amount of $8 per parcel, and WHEREAS, the county has since contracted with Charles Devine for real property data collection services in the Town of Orange in the amount of $10 per parcel, and WHEREAS, the county negotiated the per parcel amount with Charles Chamberlain prior to the recent increase in gasoline prices. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to amend the contract with Charles Chamberlain and that the per parcel amount be $10, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount budgeted for data collection services not be exceeded, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this amendment be subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 311 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 125
RE: RESOLUTION TO CANCEL THE CURRENT TAX ON PARCEL 53.20-1-1 IN THE TOWN OF READING – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY WHEREAS, the Federal Small Business Administration (SBA) foreclosed on parcel 53.20-1-1 in the Town of Reading on 12/29/99, and WHEREAS, that parcel is currently listed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll as being owned by Mizzoni with a total tax due of $6,086.79, and WHEREAS, the Federal SBA is exempt from taxation in accordance with Real Property Tax Law Section 402. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax is hereby cancelled, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to chargeback the following amounts: Town of Reading: $2,481.00 Watkins Glen School: $2,017.07 Uncollectable: $1,588.72, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to adjust the warrant to reflect the above amounts. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 312 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: RESOLUTION APPOINTING JAMES CORL AND GERALD CHAFEE TO THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has created the Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee, to be comprised of representatives of county, town and village government. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes the appointments of James Corl and Gerald Chafee to the Information Technology Steering Committee, to serve until further notice. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings is not going to support the Administrator being on any of these committees. She feels that he should be invited to every committee that exists, but does not feel that he should be appointed, and therefore be obligated to attend. It is going to take some time to get to know the County. She suggested that Legislators take him as a guest to the various committee meetings. He has an overwhelming job here and we are getting ready to start the budget process right now. Legislator Marvel understands what Legislator Hastings has said, however, he believes that Jim Corl has expertise from his previous employment that would be valuable and secondly, he needs to know what is going on in the County. Legislator Hastings would like to see him as an ex-officio member to all the committees. Legislator Young agrees with Legislator Hastings. Legislator Larison feels that Jim’s expertise with computers will be needed on this committee. Legislator Hastings stated that a County Administrator was hired to oversee the day-to-day operations, and now we are expecting to appoint him to all these outside agencies, which will just take him away from the County. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings and Young RESOLUTION NO. 313 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR READER/PRINTER – RECORDS MANAGEMENT – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the County Clerk’s Office is in need of a new reader/printer for their microfilm, and WHEREAS, Records Management is willing to purchase this reader/printer for the County Clerk’s Office out of some remaining grant funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $9,700 from account no. 1460.435-1465 to account no. 1460.233-1465 in order to purchase the above equipment, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk add this equipment to its fixed assets report. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 314 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF PAYROLL CLERK – TREASURER’S OFFICE WHEREAS, the Payroll Clerk position in the Treasurer’s Office has been vacant for 90 days due to 126 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE difficulties with recruitment of a qualified candidate and now requires legislative approval to fill. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to fill the Payroll Clerk vacancy in the Treasurer’s Office effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 315 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE WHEREAS, the County Attorney’s Office has a surplus typewriter, which is outdated and not usable. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said typewriter surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said typewriter and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) IBM Quietwriter 7 Typewriter S/N SN0072636 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 316 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Department has outdated and unusable modems and monitors, and WHEREAS, repair or update costs to said monitors and modems are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said modems and monitors as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said modems and monitors and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) Compaq Computer Monitor S/N 35005277L067 One (1) Compaq Computer Monitor S/N 35005277L494 One (1) Compaq Computer Monitor S/N 35005277L270 One (1) Compaq Computer Monitor S/N 35005277L544 One (1) Leading Edge Computer S/N 70317494 One (1) Leading Edge Monitor S/N 38002280 One (1) Tech-1000A Computer S/N 8828989 One (1) Boca Modem 14.4 KBPS S/N 54472 One (1) Boca Modem 14.4 KBPS S/N 52381 One (1) Boca Modem 14.4 KBPS S/N 54515 DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler asked in what manner the equipment that is declared junk is disposed of. Tom Bloodgood responded that normally Gerald Chafee removes all the information from the hard drive, however, he is not sure about the Sheriff’s Department because they use their own vendors. Legislator Bleiler stated there is a company in Elmira that buys junk equipment and would like David Lisk to look into this. Legislator Young stated that she has all the information on this company. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 317 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT FUND GRANT AND KEYBOARD SPECIALIST POSITION – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Civil Service/Personnel Department was awarded a Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund grant (LGRMIF) for a Keyboard Specialist, said grant to run through June 30, 2000, and WHEREAS, funds are still available due to the Keyboard Specialist position not being filled immediately and New York State Archives and Records Administration has approved the encumbrance of those funds in order to extend the Keyboard Specialist position and allow for additional staff training. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the extension of the aforementioned grant and keyboard specialist position in the Civil Service/Personnel Department until approximately September 1, 2000 or until grant funds are depleted, whichever first occurs. 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VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 318 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR BILLING SERVICES – SHARED FUEL FACILITY WHEREAS, Maria Beylo is willing to assist the county with back-logged and current billings for the Shared Fuel Facility at a cost of $300 per month, and WHEREAS, there are funds available in the Shared Fuel Facility personnel account due to a vacancy to pay for this contract, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Highway Superintendent and Public Works Committee Chairman that this contract be put in place while advertisement, interviewing and hiring for the part-time Account Clerk Typist vacancy is being done. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Maria Beylo for billing services for the Shared Fuel Facility effective 7/5/00-8/30/00 at a cost of $300 per month, contract subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $600.00 from Shared Fuel Facility account no. 5131.100-Personal Services to account no. 5131.400- Contractual. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 319 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF COOK MANAGER TRAINEE POSITION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the Cook Manager for the Office for the Aging Nutrition Program is retiring as of August 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, a Cook Manager is necessary for the functioning of the Nutrition Program, and WHEREAS, it is desirable to have a 2-3 week training period for the new Cook Manager, there being funds available in the Office for the Aging 2000 budget to allow for this. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the creation and filling of a Cook Manager Trainee position in the Office for the Aging (Grade Level XII, $10.22 per hour), to be filled as soon as possible so as to allow for a 2-3 week training period, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Cook Manager Trainee be placed into the Cook Manager position upon vacancy and the Trainee position be abolished, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of the Office for the Aging be authorized to fill any vacancies that may be created due to promotion of current employees. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 320 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF CONTRACT WITH GROUP INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICE WHEREAS, Resolution No. 143-00 authorized a contract with Group Insurance Administration Service for consultant services regarding the county’s group health insurance review for a term of three months, and WHEREAS, due to circumstances out of their control, Group Insurance Administration Service needs an extension of their contract for an additional two months with no additional cost. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract extension with Group Insurance Administration Services until July 31, 2000, there being no additional cost involved; contract extension subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 321 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO (2) RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 8-0. 128 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RESOLUTION NO. 322 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TEMPORARY CLERICAL SUPPORT AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has the occasional need for temporary clerical help due to the extended absences of employees, and WHEREAS, the Department has sufficient funds available in the current budget to cover this added expense. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services is authorized to contract with a temporary employment agency for the purpose of employing a clerical worker to fill in for absent employees at a cost not to exceed $12.00 per hour for a maximum cost of $12,000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is authorized to transfer $12,000 from account 6010.100 (Personnel Services) to 6010.400 (Contractual), and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman is authorized to sign a contract with the temporary employment agency, if required, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 323 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of James Corl to the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board for the term 7/11/00-12/31/01. VOTE: Passed 8-0. NEW BUSINESS: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee is looking at possibly combining the judges in the County. Currently, there are 14 courts in the County and the District Attorney’s office as well as the Public Defender’s Office must be at each of these courts. The committee is looking into the efficiency of how we handle the court business and would like to invite all the Legislators to attend. She has not received any new information regarding the problems with the radio system yet. Legislator Young reported on the Human Services Committee. All Legislators should have received a notice about the upcoming economic development conference hosted by NYSAC. She highly recommends this conference to everyone. She also reminded Legislators that the Seneca Lake Pure Water Associations’ meeting is Wednesday August 2, 2000 at the Red Newt Cellar. Legislator Karius urged all Legislators to attend the Governmental Operations Committee meeting on Wednesday, July 19, 2000, at 9:30 a.m. There will be a presentation by Carla Schaffer from the Cornell Local Government Program. She will be presenting a web application program that she developed. Legislator Bleiler reported that Management and Finance Committee is still working on negotiations. He welcomed Jim Corl to the County. Legislator Larison reported the Public Works Committee has received correspondence from NYS DOT stating they have received resolutions from Towns and Villages asking to have the weight limit restriction lifted on State Route 224. NYS DOT indicated the requests will probably be fulfilled. Legislator Marvel reported the Community Development/Natural Resources Committee is still working on many economic development projects that are still in the confidential stages. Legislator Bingell stated there will be a Health Insurance Review Committee meeting on July 12, 2000, to go over all the responses from the employees regarding health insurance. Plans for renovations at the Mill Creek Center are moving along. There was also a meeting to discuss the CGR report. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer stated now that the County Administrator is here, he has a lot of fresh ground to cover. He feels that whether Mr. Corl is invited to attend an outside committee meeting, or is appointed to serve on PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 129 that board, he is going to attend anyway because that is his style. These committees are for elected officials who are supposed to be part time. The County Administrator is going to be working more than 40 hours per week and the Legislature is probably not going to be able to keep him away from the committees that he feels he needs to attend anyway. Bob Burnside agrees with Casey and he welcomed Jim to the County. Bill Weiss thanked the Legislature for supporting the resolution authorizing temporary help and stated it will help the clients as well as the employees. Duane Spilde thanked Sharon for mentioning the meeting about the CGR report. He further stated that this is actually a model that has been developed by Mental Health, Department of Social Services, Probation and the Youth Bureau. This model is to create a single point of entry for youth and families to access programs in Schuyler County. Families are not going to have to try to figure out what department they need to go to first. This is an excellent idea and there is not anything like it any place else. The meeting last Friday was also to see what type of funding is available and ask state representatives to help access money for Schuyler County. Duane also stated that part of planning the budget this year happens to be in the area of Alcohol and Substance Abuse. This area has been getting very little funding in the past. This year, as part of planning cycle, they are encouraged by the State to educate and hold a forum, which he is doing, and has invited all Legislators to attend. Legislator Hastings suggested getting the Food Pantry in on this since that is usually one of the first places that people go to for help. Tom Bloodgood stated he has received official notification that the County has received two grants. One grant, written by Kathy Walruth, is for microfilming and a reader printer for the Legislative Office. The other grant is for the GIS application which was written by Brian Williams. There is a meeting on July 15, 2000, with the GIS committee to get started. Casey Creamer asked why we were microfilming, since he thought it was outdated. Legislator Bingell reported that the technology has been exploding the last 20 years. Saving information by disk is not appropriate anymore, because the computer and the programs may become obsolete. Microfilming is an old way and still a workable way. By microfilming, you cannot alter the data, however, electronically you can. Gail Hughey added that the reader printer the Legislative Office will be getting may have the capability to scan information in the future. The Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
SPECIAL MEETING JULY 17, 2000
The July 17, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Gifford at 9:00 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Bleiler and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Hastings and Karius. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 324 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING CALL BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Accept Bid for Abstracting Services for 2001 Tax Sale Auction VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 325 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. RE: ACCEPT BID FOR ABSTRACTING SERVICES FOR 2001 TAX SALE AUCTION
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WHEREAS, Resolution No. 271-00 authorized advertisement for bids for abstracting services for 2001 tax sale auction properties, and WHEREAS, only one bid was received and reviewed with recommendation being made to accept the bid from the sole bidder, Glen Abstract Corporation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby accept the following bid for abstracting services for 2001 tax sale auction properties: Glen Abstract Corporation 601 No. Decatur Street Watkins Glen, NY 14891 BID AMOUNT: $43 per search Bid acceptance subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. Abstention: Gifford PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting adjourned at 9:05 a.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 14, 2000
The August 14, 2000 Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Gifford at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Larison and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Deputy Commissioner Beverly Clickner wanted to address the full Legislature regarding the proposed move of the Office of Children and Adult Services. She urged the Legislators to read the letter she sent to each of them in order to become more informed about their department. 7:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 9/LOCAL LAW NO. 10 OF THE YEAR 2000 IN RELATION TO THE SALE BY SCHUYLER COUNTY OF ITS RIGHTS TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS EXPECTED TO BECOME DUE UNDER THE MASTER SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND THE RELATED CONSENT DECREE AND FINAL JUDGEMENT WITH VARIOUS TOBACCO COMPANIES: County Attorney Coleman gave a review of the securitization and what the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) means for Schuyler County. The County can receive cash flow from the MSA over a 25- year period. This would be a big risk because there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the tobacco industry. The County can receive the money up front by creating an independent corporation called a Local Development Corporation (LDC). The County would sell their rights to the cash flow to the LDC. The LDC has a source of continuing revenue. The LDC will use their revenue stream to float bonds and the money will come back to the County now, not in the future. The LDC assumes the long term risk along with whoever buys the bonds. The County will receive everything that they are entitled to now. Schuyler County and their taxpayers are not liable for the bonds or the interest. Fred Yahn asked how much money this involves. Chairman Gifford stated that the last figure the County received was approximately $2.9 million up front. If the County chose to receive this money over the long run, it would be approximately $4 million. Legislator Bleiler stated the up-front money is based on what is projected for our County to receive. If the County takes advantage of the money at this time, they may be eligible for any residual money that may be left over at the end of all payments. Legislator Bleiler also stated that this money has to be used for a capital project or to pay off a debt. Nancy Peters commented that the residual funds, if any, may be used for anything the County chooses. Tom Ryan asked if the tobacco companies have agreed to this. Chairman Gifford stated this is court ordered. NYS and California are the only states that have lobbied to have the counties receive the money rather than the state. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 131
Casey Creamer asked how the state was dividing the money up. Attorney Coleman responded that it is a formula based on Medicaid expenditures. Nancy Peters stated by taking advantage of this, the County will be passing down less debt year after year. Tom Ryan asked if the County could invest the money. Chairman Gifford said it is illegal to invest the money. The County can only use this money for a capital project. Legislator Hastings stated she heard that the money has to be used on a two-year capital project, not a five-year capital project. She feels the County should take advantage of the money up front because of the debt. Casey Creamer asked what would happen if the County were to receive the lump sum payment from this corporation and for some unknown reason the County experiences all kinds of horrific expenses and the money is spent in one year. Chairman Gifford responded that the County is precluded by law from doing this. Legislator Marvel stated what the County could do is to spend it on paying down the debt or create a capital account to save money to buy whatever it is the County would usually incur a large debt. This will avoid interest in the future, therefore, it does to help to spend money on other budgetary items. Legislator Hastings recited statistics on the County’s debt and stated that the interest rates are high now, and it may be a good idea to take this money up front and pay off some of those expenses. Duane Spilde asked what relationship all this settlement has on the original reason for the settlement. He feels there should be some discussion either at this time, or in the future, on how this settlement can be used toward public health issues. Legislator Hastings stated that for years, this County has paid 25% of Medicaid. This is money that the taxpayers have paid over the years. There has been several discussions by Legislators to use some of the money for tobacco awareness issues. Legislator Young is concerned about having to pay the LDC 17% of the settlement. Chairman Gifford stated that Schuyler County would not have to pay this on their own. Casey Creamer is concerned about how the money will be spent. Chairman Gifford stated that this is yet to be decided. This is just the first step in the total process. Legislator Bleiler stated the next step will be to get a five-year plan together. The County Administrator will help to develop this plan. RESOLUTION NO. 326 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JULY 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND JULY 17, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the July 10, 2000 Regular Meeting and July 17, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 327 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH EXERCISE ENTERPRISES FOR RSVP “BONE BUILDERS PROGRAM” - PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, it is desirous for the Public Health Department to contract with Exercise Enterprise to provide RSVP Volunteers “leader” training for the “Bone Builders Program”. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, a contract with Exercise Enterprises to provide RSVP Volunteers “leader” training for the “Bone Builders” Program for the Public Health Department, in an amount not to exceed $700, effective immediately through March 31, 2001; agreement to be renewed annually, funding available in the 2000 Public Health Department budget account number 4010.435; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 328 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ANDREW TAYLOR - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there is a need for additional clinical services in the Mental Health Department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, a contract with Andrew Taylor for the Mental Health Clinic for clinical services, at the rate of $30.00 per hour, for up to 17 hours per week, effective 132 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE immediately through December 31, 2000; agreement to be renewed annually on the calendar year, funding available in the 2000 Mental Health Clinic budget account number 4310.435; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 329 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AMEND SCHUYLER ARC 2000 AGREEMENT - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for Schuyler ARC for the Supported Employment Program, and the following agreement and budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be authorized to execute an amendment to the agreement with Schuyler ARC for the amount outlined below, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be authorized to approve such amended agreement, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 2000 County budget, as follows: REVENUE State Funds 4322-3490 $11,000 EXPENSES Schuyler ARC 4322.0504 $11,000 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 330 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENTS WITH JOHN BALL FOR EARLY INTERVENTION AND PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Early Intervention Program must contract with providers to provide early intervention services to eligible children from birth through age two as required by the New York State Department of Health, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide Occupational therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, John H. Ball is a licensed Occupational Therapist and will provide these services to eligible preschool children. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve an ongoing contract with John H. Ball, to provide early intervention services, effective August 1, 2000, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health, funding available in the 2000 Early Intervention Program budget account no. 4054.400, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve an ongoing contract with John H. Ball to provide preschool Occupational Therapy services from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 at a rate of $50.00 per 30-minute session and $68.00 for 31-60 minute sessions, funding available in the 2000 Preschool Special Education Program budget account no. 2960.490, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said agreements are subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 331 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: REDUCE HOURS OF RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS YOUTH COUNSELOR POSITION – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Schuyler County Youth Bureau to reduce the weekly hours of a Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor Position in the Youth Bureau established at 17.5 hours per week be reduced to 17.0 hours per week, PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 133 effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 332 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN SOCIAL SERVICES BUDGET FOR DAY CARE PROVIDER REGISTRATION WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services is providing $31,000 for the Department of Social Services to register family and school-age day care providers. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase the Social Services budget as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $ 5,500 6010.435 Professional Services + $ 5,500 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 333 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 10 OF THE YEAR 2000 INCREASING THE HOURS OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO FULL-TIME WHEREAS, the workload in the District Attorney’s Office has increased by more than double, and WHEREAS, expanding the hours of the District Attorney to full-time is a reasonable and necessary step toward coping with pressing legal needs and obligations, numerous court appearances, etc., and WHEREAS, the State will be reimbursing the County up to the sum of $61,800 towards the District Attorney’s compensation in accordance with County Law Section 700 as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 10/Local Law No. ___ of the year 2000 be, and hereby is, introduced in the form hereto annexed pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on September 11, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, N.Y. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 10 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law increasing the hours of the District Attorney to full-time. BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: Section 1. The position of District Attorney be hereby expanded to a full-time position at an annual salary of $119,800 in accordance with County Law Section 700 as amended. Section 2. In accordance with Subdivision 8 of County Law Section 700, the District Attorney shall give his whole time to his duties and shall not engage in the practice of law, act as an arbitrator, referee or compensated mediator in any action or proceeding or matter or engage in the conduct of any other profession or business which interferes with the performance of his duties as District Attorney. Section 3. This local law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young questioned, since the County is approaching the budget season, is it possible to really examine all the attorneys and their salaries. She is most concerned that the state can change their mind on how well they fund the counties for this. The Public Defender is also overwhelmed. Legislator Young is asking for some time for herself to become more informed. She wants to look at the entire picture. She wonders if there should be a capital fund for attorney services. Chairman Gifford agreed. He has not had enough time to study this issue. Legislator Hastings also agreed. The Legislature has been trying for at least 11 ½ years that she has been here to get the state to start to support the District Attorney offices in small counties. The District Attorney’s office is the most important law enforcement office in the County. He has the greatest amount of authority in that field. Legislator Hastings has been appalled at the increases that have been given at budget time to the attorney’s offices. There are several places to look for changes in the county. She suggested that Social Services get their own attorney. The Public Defender needs more help in his office. Legislator Young would like to table this law for this evening. Legislator Hastings stated they have to act on this now in 134 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE order to get it in line for what they have to do. Legislator Hastings further stated if the state takes away the funding, the County may then need to cut the department back to part-time. Legislator Bleiler feels this situation is similar to the time that the Legislature looked at making the Assistant County Attorney full-time. The Legislature can increase the services to the County without taking on additional costs. The services and continuity of services will benefit the County if the District Attorney is full-time. He feels that this may cause a further problem with the Public Defender’s office as well. There are going to be more people to defend and the Legislature needs to consider this issue as well. However, he feels it is necessary. Legislator Hastings responded that the District Attorney always has to prosecute a case, whereas the Public Defender does not always have to defend cases. District Attorney Fazzary stated his office has to handle every case that goes through the court system. The Public Defender handles approximately one quarter of the cases. The District Attorney’s office has to handle all traffic tickets and misdemeanors, whereas the Public Defender’s office does not. The Public Defender’s office is very busy as well. District Attorney Fazzary urged the Legislature to not throw away the money that is available to the County to make the position of District Attorney full-time. Legislator Larison stated since he has been in office, he has always heard how much the County needs a full- time District Attorney. Now that the County has the opportunity, he feels the Legislature should take advantage of the opportunity. Legislator Young asked if the District Attorney goes to full-time, what would happen to the Assistant District Attorneys. Joe Fazzary feels very strongly that he needs the same office staff that he currently has. He is writing a grant now for funding. If the Legislature has to cut one of the Assistant positions, he is going to get the grant money and he will hire that person back. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 334 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW NYSPIN UPGRADE AND INSTALLMENT PURCHASE AGREEMENT – PROBATION WHEREAS, the New York State Police have advised the Probation Department that they will be upgrading the NYSPIN Computer Network, and WHEREAS, the past installment purchase agreement was for 60 months and this new upgrade will only be for 36 months, and WHEREAS, a new installment purchase agreement has been enclosed authorizing equipment, which is now at a lower monthly payment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign Appendix E of the NYSPIN Workstation Contract (installment purchase equipment) for the Probation Department, at the rate of $184.79 per month, for a term June 30, 2000 to June 29, 2003, funding available in the 2000 Probation Department budget account no. 3140.412; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval by the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 335 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW NYSPIN UPGRADE AND INSTALLMENT PURCHASE AGREEMENT – SHERIFF WHEREAS, the New York State Police have advised the Sheriff’s Department that they will be upgrading the NYSPIN Computer Network, and WHEREAS, the past installment purchase agreement was for 60 months and this new upgrade will only be for 36 months, and WHEREAS, a new installment purchase agreement has been enclosed authorizing equipment at the same monthly payment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign Appendix E of the NYSPIN Workstation Contract (installment purchase equipment) for the Sheriff’s Department, at the rate of $223.04 per month, for a term June 30, 2000 to June 29, 2003, funding available in the Emergency Management 2000 budget account no. 3689.533; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval by the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 135
RESOLUTION NO. 336 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPLICATION AND CONTRACT FOR 2000/2001 NEW YORK STATE AID TO PROSECUTION GRANT – DISTRICT ATTORNEY WHEREAS, grant monies have been made available by the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for the purpose of assisting the Schuyler County District Attorney’s Office in prosecuting felony offenses. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the Schuyler County District Attorney to submit a grant application for the 2000/2001 NYS Aid to Prosecution grant, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Schuyler County District Attorney be hereby authorized to accept any approved funds and sign any necessary documents for the funds, estimated to be $50,000; said documents subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 337 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR SURVEY - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor was required to have a survey of Seneca Harbor Park performed in order to receive the final grant payment from New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and WHEREAS, said survey cost $1,500 and there are not sufficient funds in the Seneca Harbor Park account to cover this expense. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,500 from Buildings and Grounds Subcontract account no. 1620.490 to Seneca Harbor Park Subcontract account no. 7110.490. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked what the survey was for. Chairman Gifford stated it was a land survey. David Lisk responded that this survey was required in order to receive the remainder of the grant money from New York State Office of Parks and Historic Preservation. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 338 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR HARVESTING OF TIMBER IN COUNTY OWNED FOREST – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 426-99 authorized the hiring of a forester and bidding out all marketable timber, and WHEREAS, Empire State Forestry Service has been hired and all timber has been marked and bid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation from the Public Works Committee the bid from Penquin Pole Inc. in the amount of $166,700, be, and hereby is, accepted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected Couture Logging Corp Michael Kaminski Logging 17 ½ E. Main Street 202 Miller Street Cortland, NY 13045 Sayre, Pa. 18840 $108,844.80 $61,700
O’Neill Bros. Logging, Inc. Hemphill Logging P.O. Box 1302 105 Hickox Road Tupper Lake, N.Y. 12986 Genesee, Pa. 16923 $50,000 $50,500, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all revenues received be deposited into Buildings and Grounds account no. 1620-2652, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign any and all contracts necessary; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. 136 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler stated he is very pleased with the bids that were received and is hoping that everything goes as well as planned. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 339 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED TO NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF PARKS, RECREATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOR THE SENECA HARBOR PARK PROJECT PHASE II BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature 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 or Title 3 of the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act, in an amount not to exceed $391,334, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to Schuyler County for Seneca Harbor Park Project Phase II; documents subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 340 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE EASEMENT/RIGHT-OF-WAY WITH WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT WHEREAS, certain municipal and/or other governmental bodies share a vehicle fuel facility located on property belonging to Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, the Watkins Glen Central School District intends to construct its new bus garage on its property adjoining the location of the shared fuel facility, and WHEREAS, the School District wishes to obtain an easement or right-of-way permitting direct access to the shared fuel facility, and WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler is the prime tenant of the premises owned by New York State Local Government Services Corporation and known as Mill Creek Center, and WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler wishes to secure additional parking for use by its sub-tenants at Mill Creek Center, and WHEREAS, it appears to be in the best interest of Schuyler County and the Local Government Services Corporation to grant the School District the aforesaid right-of-way or easement for direct access to the shared fuel facility and to obtain an easement or right-of-way from the School District for parking associated with the Mill Creek Center, and WHEREAS, the School District, at their August 7th Board meeting, approved an easement to the County for the use of parking spaces as set forth below. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in consideration for Schuyler County's grant of an easement or right-of-way providing direct access between the proposed school bus garage and the proposed shared fuel facility as shown on Schedule A annexed hereto and made a part hereof, the School District shall grant to the Local Government Services Corporation and the County of Schuyler a permanent right-of-way or easement for access and egress, including sidewalks, as necessary, at no additional cost to the school district, to and from and for the use of sixteen (16) parking spaces as shown on Exhibit B annexed hereto and made a part hereof, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized and directed to execute such deeds of right-of-way or easement and such other documents as may be necessary and appropriate to complete the transaction contemplated by the above resolution, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 341 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 9/LOCAL LAW NO. 10 OF THE YEAR 2000 IN RELATION TO THE SALE BY SCHUYLER COUNTY OF ITS RIGHTS TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS EXPECTED TO BECOME DUE UNDER THE MASTER SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND THE RELATED CONSENT DECREE AND FINAL JUDGEMENT WITH VARIOUS TOBACCO COMPANIES PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 137
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law in relation to the sale by Schuyler County of its rights to receive payments expected to become due under the Master Settlement Agreement and the related consent decree and final judgement with various tobacco companies was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held August 14, 2000, and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 9/Local Law No. 10 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 9/Local Law No. 10 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW NO. 10 OF THE YEAR 2000 BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: Section 1. Legislative Intent The Legislature hereby finds that: A. The County of Schuyler is entitled to receive payments under the Master Settlement Agreement (hereinafter, the “MSA”) and the Consent Decree and Final Judgement of the Supreme County of the State of New York, County of New York, dated December 23, 1998 (hereinafter, as the same may be amended or modified, the “Decree”) in the class action entitled State of New York et al. v. Phillip Morris Incorporated, et al. (Index No. 400361/97), and B. In order to secure to present generations a portion of the benefits intended to be conferred by the MSA and the Decree it is necessary or desirable for the County to sell all or a portion of its rights, title and interest in, to and under the Decree and in and to the moneys payable to the County under the MSA and the Decree (all such rights, title and interest hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Tobacco Settlement Revenues”) to a local development corporation to be created by the County pursuant to the Not-For-Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York. Section 2. Authorization to take all actions necessary to effect sales and to benefit from the consideration to be received from such sales. The County is hereby authorized to sell to the said local development corporation, and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to effect one or more sales to the said local development corporation of, the County’s rights, title and interest in and to all or a portion of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to enable the County to benefit from the consideration to be received from any such sale. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) may the terms and conditions of any such transaction and the form and substance of any agreement of sale or other document necessary or desirable to effect any such transaction including the power to execute and deliver any such agreement or other document as may be approved by the person executing the same and to take any and all other actions necessary or desirable to enter into, facilitate or consummate such transaction, including agreeing to pay certain fees and expenses which will be payable regardless of whether or not such transaction is consummated. The County shall use approximately $2.9 million initial proceeds to be received from said corporation from such sale to finance certain capital projects identified in the County’s capital program and the remaining initial proceeds to finance the defeasance of County obligations. It is the intent of this Local Law that a sale by the County of Tobacco Settlement Revenues to the said local development corporation is, and it is hereby deemed to be, a true sale and not a borrowing. Section 3. Local Development Corporation. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) is hereby authorized to take all actions necessary to create a corporation pursuant to the New York Not-For-Profit Corporation Law 1411 (hereinafter, the “Corporation”). The Corporation shall be granted all powers as may be deemed necessary by the Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) which powers shall include, but not limited to, the power to purchase from the County its right, title and interest in and to all or a portion 138 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
of the Tobacco Settlement Revenues, to issue bonds, notes and other evidence of indebtedness and other securities and to incur other obligations, to create and transfer assets of the Corporation to a trust or other entity, and to take all other actions as may be necessary in connections therewith. It is the specific intention of the Legislature that the purpose and scope of the Corporation be limited to the transactions contemplated by this Local Law including the purchase of Tobacco Settlement Revenues from the County, the financing of any such purchase and related transactions. Section 4. Covenant and Agreement. The County is hereby authorized to covenant and agree with the Corporation in a transaction contemplated by this Local Law for the benefit of the Corporation and the holders from time to time of any bonds, notes or other obligations or other securities (hereinafter collectively, the “Securities”) issued by the Corporation that the County will not limit or alter the rights of the Corporation to fulfill the terms of its agreements with the holders of the Securities or in any way impair the rights and remedies of such holders or the security for the Securities until the Securities, together with the interest due thereon or payable in respect thereof and all costs and expenses in connection with any action or proceeding by or on behalf of such holders, are fully met and discharged. The Chairman of the County Legislature or his designee(s) is granted the power to make such a covenant to and agreement with the Corporation and to take any and all actions necessary or desirable to cause such covenant and agreement to be made or enforced. The Corporation is hereby authorized to assign to or for the benefit of the holders of its Securities any covenant or agreement made by the County pursuant to this Section. Section 5. This Local Law takes effect upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State as provided by Section 27 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 342 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has an outdated, unusable chair and a VCR, and WHEREAS, repair costs to said VCR and Chair are unjustified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chair and VCR as junk, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chair and VCR and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) RCA VHS Video Recorder S/N 732516454 One (1) Green Vinyl Chair with Arms Asset #2745 DISCUSSION: Legislator Young stated her desire to recycle computer parts and not throw them into the general waste stream since there are companies that can recycle them securely. Legislator Bleiler has met with one of the companies and the options are not as bright as he would like. They do not recycle them for precious metals. They try to rebuild them and re-market them. He will discuss this further with David Lisk. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 343 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has replaced computers and monitors. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers and monitors surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and monitors and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Acer Monitor S/N M134T246926 One (1) Computer S/N BG-95-16F00 One (1) Shinho Monitor S/N 8D58109Z One (1) Mirco-X Monitor S/N CP7B57073 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 344 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 139
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR READER/PRINTER – RECORDS MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the Records Management Office received a grant from the New York State Archive and Records Administration (SARA) in the amount of $17,714 for a microfilming project, and WHEREAS, this project will include microfilming records in the Treasurer’s Office and the Legislative Office, and WHEREAS, the purchase of a new reader/printer for the Legislative Office was cut from the grant application, and WHEREAS, Records Management would like to purchase this reader/printer for the grant project with some remaining grant funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $1,000 from Records Management account no. 1460.435-1465 (Professional Fees/Svcs.) to account no. 1460.233-1465 in order to purchase the above equipment, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislative Office add this equipment to its fixed assets report. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 345 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: NEW YORK TOURIST PROMOTION ACT DESIGNATION BY COUNTY OF OFFICIAL TOURIST PROMOTION AGENCY 2000-2001 WHEREAS, the New York State Matching Grants Program is designated to encourage tourism promotion throughout the regions of New York State, and WHEREAS, in the past, the State of New York has appropriated funds for this purpose in its Commerce Department budget, and WHEREAS, the guidelines for this local assistance program encourages counties to appoint a Regional Tourist Promotion Agency, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce has been authorized to serve as the Schuyler County tourism representative to provide specific tourism services on behalf of Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce has served as the Schuyler County lead tourism promotion organization since its inception, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce has requested to be designated as the County’s Tourism Agency for the 2000-2001 State Program Year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce be, and hereby is, designated by the Schuyler County Legislature as its Tourist Promotion Agency for the 2000-2001 State Program year to represent the County of Schuyler under the present New York State Tourist Promotion Act for all purposes set forth in said act, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce be, and hereby is, authorized to execute any documents under the Matching Grants Program and is authorized to make application for and receive grants on behalf of the County of Schuyler pursuant to the New York State Commerce Department budget for 2000-2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to file a certified copy of this resolution with appropriate bodies including, but not limited to, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce and the Finger Lakes Association. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 346 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AGREEMENT TO BE LOCAL SPONSOR FOR SNOWMOBILE TRAILS GRANT APPLICATION FOR TRAIL TAMERS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY FOR THE YEARS 2000-2001 WHEREAS, the Trail Tamers of Schuyler County wish to use the Schuyler County Government as their authorized local sponsor for their grant, and WHEREAS, the Planning Department would be the administrator of the grant and the County Treasurer would administer the grant funds, and WHEREAS, the Trail Tamers would carry $1,000,000 in insurance with a copy filed in the Planning Office, and 140 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) would issue the trail permit to the Trail Tamers with the idea that there will be less needed grooming maintenance for the trails. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to be the authorized local sponsor for the Trail Tamers of Schuyler County in the pursuit of Snowmobile Trails Grant funds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the grant application for the years 2000-2001. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 347 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 313–00 – AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR READER/PRINTER – RECORDS MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the amount of the transfer in Resolution No. 313-00 needs to be increased by $700 in order to purchase a special lens for the reader/printer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 313-00 be amended to read “that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $9,700 from account no. 1460.435-1465 to account no. 1460.233-1465 in order to purchase the above equipment, and”. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 348 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – COUNTY CLERK DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the County Clerk Department has a Fuji Reader/Printer which has been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said Reader/Printer surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said Reader/Printer and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Fuji Reader/Printer S/N 2711684 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 349 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 263-00 - AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF THE CHEMUNG, SCHUYLER, STEUBEN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT, SUMMER COMPONENT, YOUTH COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau has received more money than what was set forth in Resolution No. 263-00, and WHEREAS, there is also a contract to be signed by the Chairman of the Legislature. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 263-00 be amended to have the first Whereas paragraph read “the Schuyler County Youth Bureau has received $53,859.80 from the Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, as follows: Personnel $12,162.00 Youth Wages $34,377.00 Operation/Fringe $ 6,040.80”, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with for the Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board for Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs for the term May 1, 2000 through September 30, 2000; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 350 Motion by Young, Second by Larison. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department has outdated, unusable computers and monitors, and WHEREAS, said computers and monitors have been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers and monitors as junk, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 141
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and monitors and dispose in the proper manner. One (1) Gateway Computer S/N 4180545 One (1) Gateway Monitor S/N 1252037494 One (1) Gateway Computer S/N 4180546 One (1) Gateway Monitor S/N 1252037794 One (1) Relisys Monitor S/N 3x03018 One (1) Mag Monitor DX500T S/N HD79HA003817 One (1) IBM Monitor P50 S/N 66-18414 One (1) Nova Computer S/N 9704081-10 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 351 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS –MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department has surplus computers and monitors, and WHEREAS, said computers and monitors have been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers and monitors surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and monitors, and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) Compaq Laptop S/N S6725BB731115 One (1) Compaq Battery One (1) Network Card One (1) Compaq CD ROM 8x One (1) Message Communicator One (1) Dr. Solomon Anti-Virus One (1) 17” B&W TV One (1) Relisys Monitor S/N 30218229 One (1) Serendipity Computer S/N ACC032588 One (1) Compaq Computer Docking Station S/N 6746BCM10479 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 352 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the appointment of the following individuals to the Environmental Management Council for the term August 15, 2000 through December 31, 2001, to wit: David Reed, Town of Cayuta Laurence Jaynes, Village of Burdett Patti Lisk, Planning Commission Chairman John Q. Smith, Member at Large VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 353A Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTION NO. 353 - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 353 be tabled. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler stated that by law, the Legislature cannot require department heads to submit budget information by September 21st. Legislator Hastings stated the budget procedure is set by the full Legislature and, therefore, would like to see the process done the same way as in the past. Legislator Marvel stated this is a continuum of what the Legislature did last year as far as the budget process. The only exception is the introduction of the County Administrator. Legislator Karius feels this should have come from committee not just from an individual. Legislator Hastings agrees and feels the full Legislature is responsible for the budget process and are elected to do this. The Legislature needs to sit down and make decisions. She feels this 142 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE a step in the direction of not having the full Legislature involved in the budget process. Legislator Young feels that we should all sit down to discuss how to incorporate the County Administrator into the budget process. Legislator Bleiler stated this is just a procedure/timeline and much of that timeline is required by law. This will not affect any piece of the budget. Each of the committees will have the opportunity to do more with the budget than last year. The County Administrator will meet with each of the committees and the departments to work on the budget. The only difference is that the Management and Finance Committee will not be getting the budget until November 1st to look at the big picture. Legislator Hastings stated much of this is the state law. Secondly, the department heads have already been given direction without the Legislature involved one way or the other. Legislator Marvel stated the full Legislature has made two decisions. One made last year to abide by giving a 5% tax break to the taxpayers for the next three years. The second decision was the creation of capital accounts. The County Administrator will need to work on these and then present to the full Legislature. Legislator Larison feels they should let the County Administrator do his job. VOTE: Failed 2-6. Noes: Larison, Marvel, Bingell, Young, Bleiler, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 353 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SETTING OF A BUDGET PROCEDURE AND TIMELINE PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW WHEREAS, Article 7 of the County Law provides as follows: BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 353 of the County Law of the State of New York, the head of each department shall submit annually to the Budget Officer on or before the 7th day of September an estimate of revenues and expenditures of such departments for the ensuing fiscal year. The form and procedures as to such submission shall be in accord with the remaining provisions of Section 353, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Budget Officer appointed by the governing body pursuant to Section 357 of the County Law shall, upon receipt of the estimates of the departments and the requests for an appropriation of the several authorized agencies, proceed to make such a review and investigation of such estimates and requests and conduct such budget review sessions of heads of departments and authorized agencies, and officers and employees thereof, as he deems necessary. He may require the head of any department or authorized agency, or any officer or employee thereof, to furnish dates and information and to answer inquiries pertinent to such review or investigation. Members of the Management and Finance Committee of the Legislature designated or created to review the preliminary budget shall be entitled to investigate and make inquiry concerning the estimate of any department or the request for an appropriation of any authorized agency. Such members shall be entitled to attend all budget review sessions conducted by the Budget Officer pursuant to this subdivision. At least 24 hours written notice of any such budget review session shall be given to such members by the Budget Officer, either personally or by mail. Upon the completion of the review and investigation of the estimate of the various departments and the request for an appropriation of the several authorized agencies, the Budget Officer, working with input from standing committees and the Management and Finance Committee, shall prepare a preliminary budget accompanied by a budget message. The Management and Finance Committee shall receive the preliminary budget document by November 1st, and may change the document prior to submission to the full County Legislature on November 15th. Once submitted to the full Legislature on November 15th, the budget document shall be certified as tentative and filed with the Clerk to the County Legislature. The Budget Officer shall cause to be printed or otherwise reproduced such number of copies of such tentative budget and message as the governing body shall direct. The contents of the tentative budget shall be established by New York State Law in Section 355 of Article 7 of the laws governing counties, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 357 and Section 358 the tentative budget may be changed by the appropriate standing committee for a period of fifteen (15) days with further revisions by the County Legislature made prior to the public hearing date set by law, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 143
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 360 of the County law the tentative budget as changed, altered and revised shall be finally adopted by resolution of the County Legislature not later than the 20th day of December in accord with the remaining provisions of Section 360, and BE IT FURTHER RESOVLED, that pursuant to Section 361 of the County Law, if the County Legislature shall fail to adopt a budget for the ensuing fiscal year on or before the 20th day of December the tentative budget with such changes, alterations and revisions as shall have been made by resolution of the County Legislature, shall constitute the budget for such ensuing fiscal year and shall be implemented pursuant to the provisions of Section 361, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Resolution, after adoption and filing, shall become effective immediately and part of the Schuyler County policy for handling the Schuyler County budget. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 354 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – EMERGENCY AID TO ADULTS - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, claiming corrections resulted in transferring expenditures from the Family Assistance account to the Emergency Aid for Adults account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to amend the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget as follows: - 5,000 6140.400 Safety Net + 5,000 6142.400 Emergency Aid for Adults
- 2,500 6140-3640 State Aid – Safety Net + 2,500 6142-3642 State Aid - Emergency Aid for Adults VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 355 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) BE IT RESOLVED, that Jeffrey Greuber be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency to fill the vacated term of Steve Miller terminating December 31, 2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the original Certificate of Appointment be forwarded to the Department of State (Division of Miscellaneous Records) for filing. VOTE: Passed 8-0. NEW BUSINESS: Legislator Bleiler reported there is an early retirement incentive that has been passed by the state. Jim Corl stated that there are three employees that may be interested in this. The Legislature will have to pass a resolution by September 1, 2000. Legislator Bleiler has not had an opportunity to talk with the Personnel Officer yet. He will talk with her and call a special meeting if needed. Legislator Hastings questioned what harm there would be in passing a resolution at this time. Chairman Gifford stated there would be no consequences if they pass the resolution and no employees were to take advantage of the early retirement incentive. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to go forward with the early retirement incentive and give the department heads the opportunity to utilize this within their department, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Karius reported that on July 26, 2000, the Soil and Water Conservation District visited with nine project sites within our County. Legislator Bleiler reported that a lot of time has been spent on negotiations and health insurance. There will be a special meeting on August 15, 2000, to hear the results from the Health Insurance Review Committee (HIRC). He publicly thanked the HIRC for their hard work Legislator Larison reported that all four resolutions we requested were passed at the Intercounty meeting. 144 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Legislator Marvel said he supports Legislator Young’s idea to look at the county’s attorneys. He asked for the Legislature’s support to have Jim Corl look into the attorney situation and come up with any possible solutions. He will bring this up at the next committee meeting. Legislator Bleiler stated that the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee is already looking at this issue. Legislator Hastings stated this Legislature is continually giving Mr. Corl additional responsibilities and the budget is going to be taking up a great deal of his time. He is not going to have time for everything. The budget is a tremendous responsibility and takes up a lot of time. Legislator Bingell reported that the West Nile Virus has been found in a blue jay in the Town of Orange. There will be a press release announced directly. Duane Spilde reported that 3 dead birds have been submitted for testing. He has been in consultation with neighboring counties and has been putting out announcements on how to take precautions. He wants people to be informed and know of their options, however, he does not want to scare everyone. He will be filing an application with DEC in regard to spraying a pesticide. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked if a person does have the West Nile Virus how they would know they have it and what should they do. Duane responded that a person would experience mild flu-like symptoms. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 11, 2000
The September 11, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Acting Chairman Hastings at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Marvel and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present, except Legislators Gifford, Larison and Bingell who were excused. Acting County Attorney Morris was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked about Resolution No. 399, supporting the Internet Access Act. Acting Chairman Hastings noted that there was a meeting held by Corning, Inc. last Thursday in Corning, NY about this. Legislator Bleiler explained that the proposed legislation is to encourage the development and use of new technology in communications. It is also to support the federal proposal, which provides for tax incentives that are identified in the bill. Legislator Young added that the meeting was conducted by Tim Reagan, a lobbyist for Corning, Inc. Legislator Marvel explained that Corning, Inc. sponsored it, but any company can participate. The legislation calls for tax breaks for people bringing in new technology. New technology takes years to take off and be accepted by the public. Don Warren, Office for the Aging employee, said he is appreciative for his job. He has bought into the idea of good faith bargaining and has waited and waited. At the last meeting of the union, he was told that the county is not interested in seeing that the agreement is retroactive. It is late in the game to write a year off. He is trying to accumulate for retirement. His wife’s job has the exact same education requirement as his, he makes $24,000, she makes $48,000. They have accepted the low wages for seven years now because of the good insurance package. Now, the Legislature wants to turn this escalating health insurance cost on the employees. The employees understand it, but do not have the wages to support it. The offer the union received takes them backwards. There is no cost of living adjustment (COLA) and they can not use the proposed raise and insurance increase to offset the loss of purchasing power every year. The last proposal struck him as the county not holding their own anymore. He feels the county needs to get in step with other counties. He understands the county does not have a sugar daddy industry. The general consensus is that the county can have the employees at a bargain price and insure us and our families. The county needs to either pay us or insure us. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 145
Laura Bingell, who works in the Home Health Agency, said she does just about anything. She feels the county could not pay her enough for what she does. She loves her job and loves people. She feels Schuyler County employees are genuine. The general consensus of the union is that it is not a fair contract offer. Paul Beebe, a Highway Department employee, asked if the tobacco settlement money could be used towards employee benefits. Acting Chairman Hastings said it is restricted and earmarked for certain things. Paul said a contract offer was made and then there was news of an increase in sales tax revenue, what about that? Acting Chairman Hastings said she has not been involved in negotiations, she thought they had reached an agreement. Doris Craig, Personnel Officer, said the negotiating team had reached tentative agreements with both units, one with the help of a mediator. The membership voted both of them down. There has not been another meeting requested from either unit. Joe Maratea, CSEA President, agreed that both proposals were rejected. They hope to have another meeting soon to get back to the table. Barbara Schriefer from the Children’s Services Unit of Social Services, said their jobs are unspeakable, with what the employees see and do. With the contract offer the way it was, she could not afford to continue working. With the lack of a raise, she may not be able to stay and may have to leave her job. She is pleading for the Legislature to look at it again. Darlene Morehouse, said she just recently retired from Office for the Aging. She can not see having monies laid out on the table with health insurance. If the increase in health insurance goes through like it is, she will not be able to afford it. It is not fair to not have something settled. Even though she is retired, she feels it should be settled. Blaine Morehouse, a Social Services employee, gave a summation about negotiations. He is on the negotiating team for the union. He feels some good things have come out of negotiations and strides have been made in improving communication between the Legislature and the unions. His concern is that there are employees that want to stay with the county, but financially have to leave. He gets calls from other counties all the time offering him employment. Most of them are more money for less work. The county is losing another member today. He feels the employees need to have a fair contact to keep employees here. The county has people who plow roads, protect our children, etc. If the county continues to lose good working people, it affects the residents and taxpayers, and it is a shame on the Legislature. He hopes they can go back to the table and come up with a fair contract. Alice Quinata, a Probation Officer, said her department just lost another probation officer to Tompkins County today. She had just received training. Her new salary will be $35,000. That gives a good example of what the wages are like in other counties. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 10/LOCAL LAW NO. 11 OF THE YEAR 2000 INCREASING THE HOURS OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO FULL-TIME: Robert Foote asked if the Assistant District Attorney would be made full-time. Acting Chairman Hastings said not this year. They are not sure what is happening with the contractual Assistant District Attorney either. This Local Law had to get in place before November in order to benefit from State funds. RESOLUTION NO. 356 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 14, 2000 MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the August 14, 2000 of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 357 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH AFFILIATED PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES FOR EARLY INTERVENTION CONFERENCE – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Public Health Department was awarded funding through the Early Intervention Grant Enhanced funds to provide training to providers and families, which will be done through a collaborative multi- county initiative involving Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben Counties. 146 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an agreement with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, PC, for the provision of Early Intervention training to providers and families, in an amount not to exceed $500, effective immediately through September 30, 2000; funding available in the 2000 Public Health Department Budget contractual expense, account number 4010.400-4061; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 358 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AMEND FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY AGREEMENT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution 2000-298 authorizes an agreement with Family Services Society in an amount not to exceed $30,000, and the budget submitted by Family Services reflected a one year period of time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an amendment to the agreement with Family Service Society for the provision of case management services, in an amount not to exceed $46,000, effective immediately through December 31, 2001; agreement to be renewed annually on a calendar year, funding available in the 2000 Mental Health Department Budget contractual services, account number 4310.435; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 359 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH FREED, MAXICK, SACHS & MURPHY, P.C. – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Medicare is in the process of switching their payment mechanism to a Prospective Payment System, and WHEREAS, Freed, Maxick, Sachs & Murphy PC have submitted a proposal to analyze the potential revenue impact this will have on the Public Health Department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an agreement with Freed, Maxick, Sachs & Murphy PC for analysis of the potential Medicare PPS revenue impact, in an amount not to exceed $2,000, effective immediately through December 31, 2000; funding available in the 2000 Public Health Department Budget contractual services, account number 4010.435; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 360 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF IMMUNIZATION GRANT THROUGH MARCH 31, 2001 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 328-99 authorizes the 1999-2000 Immunization Grant through 10/31/00 for $18,000, and WHEREAS, the NYS Department of Health has requested that the Immunization Grant be extended five additional months through 3/31/01, to coincide with the State Fiscal year, with additional funding of $7,500. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature extends the 1999-2000 Immunization Grant through March 31, 2001, and the budget be amended as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $14,016 4010.100-4064 Personnel Services 4,709 4010.400-4064 Contractual Expense 6,775 4010.489-4064 Fringe Benefits $25,500 Total + $25,500 4010.1689-4064 Grant Revenue, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 147
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign any necessary documents to effectuate this extension, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 361 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE ALCOHOLISM & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SUBCOMMITTEE APPOINTMENT - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Community Services Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Pamela Carlucci be appointed to the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Subcommittee effective immediately for a term expiring December 31, 2003. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 362 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO FILL STAFF SOCIAL WORKER POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic has a vacant Staff Social Worker position which has not been filled in over 90 days, which requires Legislative approval to fill. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services to fill a Staff Social Worker position, Grade 28, $16.42 per hour, in the Mental Health Clinic, effective immediately; funding is available in the year 2000 personal services budget. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 363 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF ADDITIONAL TRIANGLE FUNDS – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau in collaboration with the Odessa-Montour Central School has received a check in the amount of $11,000 from the Market Street Trust Company via the Triangle Fund, and WHEREAS, $11,000 per grant description will be allocated toward seven (7) components, transportation, Anger Management Classes, Leadership Training, Cultural Field Trips, Safe Night Outs, Math Lab, and the Breakfast Club. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Youth Bureau, per the Triangle Fund, will develop an eight (8) member Youth Council from Odessa-Montour Central School and allocate $11,000 to the After School Program at the Youth Council’s discretion, and the approval of the Schuyler County Youth Board, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature authorizes the Treasurer to increase appropriations account no. 7310.315-7303 and revenue account no. 7310-2070-7303 by $11,000. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 364 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE BUDGET MODIFICATIONS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the implementation of NYS and Federal budgets are not on a calendar year, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging has received modified funding information because of this, and WHEREAS, the county budget for Office for the Aging, as a result of the above information, is no longer correct. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to adjust the Office for the Aging 2000 budget, as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $ 2,000 6772.439 Communications + 14,449 6772.200 Equipment (Chairs, Telephone System and Software necessary to perform mandated Federal reporting) + 1,000 6772.440 Travel + 8,088 6772-3772 State Aid + 9,361 6772-4772 Federal Aid 148 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 365 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE STATE GRANT APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the NYS Office for the Aging has offered additional monies in the form of grants, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging is in desperate need of a vehicle to replace one that is over 10 years old, and WHEREAS, RSVP volunteers who make up the Escort Program would drive if they had a better vehicle than their own. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Office for the Aging be authorized to apply for grant monies in the amount of $25,000 for a mini-van that may be used for both congregate meal delivery and transportation of people to medical appointments, and BE IT FURTHER RESOVLED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign any and all documents relative to this grant; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval by the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 366 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND 2000 BUDGET – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the State of New York allocated more Day Care funds to Schuyler County than is currently reflected in the 2000 Budget, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Day Care subsidy program has increased in 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget be amended as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $105,000 6055.400 Day Care + 100,000 6055-3655 State Aid - Day Care - 5,000 6109.400 Family Assistance VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 367 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL A TEMPORARY POSITION IN THE CHILDREN’S SERVICES UNIT – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Children’s Services Unit (CSU) of the Schuyler County Department of Social Services is required to investigate all complaints of abuse or neglect to children living in the County, and, WHEREAS, the workload in the CSU has been increasing dramatically over the past five years (187 HOTLINE reports in all of 1995, 194 HOTLINE reports in the first seven months of 2000), and, WHEREAS, the severity, complexity, and indication rate of the reports has also been increasing, and, WHEREAS, the staffing in the CSU is at the same level as it was in 1995 (nine workers then and nine workers today, although two positions were cut in 1996 but restored in 1999), and, WHEREAS, one of the CSU workers is scheduled to begin a long term disability leave some time after September 15, 2000, and WHEREAS, every worker is essential and necessary in order for the CSU to provide for the safety of the children of the County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to create and fill a temporary staff position (title to be determined by the Schuyler County Personnel/Civil Service office) in the CSU at an hourly rate set by the current Administrative Unit agreement for up to six months at a total wage cost not to exceed $12,500.00, pending availability of funds in the Department’s budget. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 368 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COUNTY ROUTE 5 PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE STUDY – HIGHWAY PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 149
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee agree that there is a need for design services for the replacement of BIN 3332530, County Route 5 over Hector Falls Creek, and WHEREAS, Fisher Associates has proposed engineering services for a pedestrian bridge study of the County Route 5 bridge that will replace the existing closed bridge. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature accept the proposal price not to exceed $3,518.00, funding available in the 2000 County Road budget account no. 5020.400; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 369 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND 2000-2001 FOR THE SENECA HARBOR PARK BREAKWATER BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the Environmental Protection Fund 2000-2001 in accordance with the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program in an amount not to exceed $5,010 and upon approval of said grant, request to enter into and execute a project agreement for financial assistance to Schuyler County for an engineering analysis of the Seneca Harbor Park Breakwater; documents subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 370 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE BID PROCEDURE FOR TRASH REMOVAL AND RECYCLING – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the trash and recycling requirement for the County has been bid in accordance with the Purchasing policy annually, and WHEREAS, funds are budgeted annually in the appropriate budgets for the same. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby direct the Clerk of the Legislature to advertise trash and recycling bids as needed, and the Purchasing Department to compile the actual bids for the trash and recycling needs on a continual basis, to satisfy the yearly bidding procedures. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 371 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID FOR ELEVATOR REPAIR MAINTENANCE AND TESTING SERVICES – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the current contract for elevator repair, maintenance, and testing has expired, and WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor in conjunction with the Public Works Committee would like to solicit bids for said service. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor be hereby authorized to advertise for bids for elevator repair, maintenance, and testing, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bids will be received at the Schuyler County Legislative Office, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. Bids will be opened by the Public Works Committee at a later date to be determined. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to reject any and all bids. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 372 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 10/LOCAL LAW NO. 11 OF THE YEAR 2000 INCREASING THE HOURS OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO FULL-TIME WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law regarding increasing the hours of the District Attorney to full-time was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held September 11, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 10/Local Law No. 11 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and 150 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 10/Local Law No. 11 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 10/LOCAL LAW NO. 11 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law increasing the hours of the District Attorney to full-time. BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: Section 1. The position of District Attorney be hereby expanded to a full-time position at an annual salary of $119,800 in accordance with County Law Section 700 as amended. Section 2. In accordance with Subdivision 8 of County Law Section 700, the District Attorney shall give his whole time to his duties and shall not engage in the practice of law, act as an arbitrator, referee or compensated mediator in any action or proceeding or matter or engage in the conduct of any other profession or business which interferes with the performance of his duties as District Attorney. Section 3. This local law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked why this can not wait until the next election. Acting Chairman Hastings said it will be in place for the next election. The county does not have to wait until the election to do so. Smaller counties have never been offered this opportunity. If the State stops providing funding, the county will have no choice but to reduce the position back to part-time. Legislator Bleiler said the reason for doing this now is because the State just passed this law and made it possible. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 373 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: APPOINTMENT OF A DEPUTY FIRE INVESTIGATOR COORDINATOR – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the Emergency Management Coordinator deems it necessary to appoint a person to be responsible for the investigation of all fires in Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Dale Jaynes of Burdett be appointed as “Car 9”, the Deputy Fire Investigator Coordinator, effective immediately. Said position is a volunteer position. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young questioned the accountability of a volunteer? Legislator Bleiler explained that each fire department has an investigator, this is to appoint one for the county. Legislator Young asked who he would be accountable to. Robert Foote said all investigators would report to this position (Dale Jaynes), and he then reports to Bill Randolph, the Emergency Management Coordinator. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 374 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE STOP DWI PLAN FOR 2001 – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler is participating in the New York State STOP-D.W.I. Program, and WHEREAS, Michael W. Wood has been appointed as the STOP-D.W.I. Coordinator, and WHEREAS, participation in said program is totally reimbursed by the State of New York. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby adopts and approves the 2001 STOP-D.W.I. Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign this plan; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 375 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO MATCH GRANT FOR SURVEILLANCE VEHICLE – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department has received funds to purchase a vehicle for drug enforcement efforts, and WHEREAS, such grant requires a 25% local match. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 151
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer up to $4,000 from the Sheriff’s seized asset account into account no. 3110.204-3019 for the purchase said vehicle. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 376 Motion by Karius, Second by Young. RE: ANNUAL UPDATE OF THE PINS DIVERSION PLAN WHEREAS, Schuyler County previously applied for and received approval for the operation of the PINS Diversion Program under the mandatory PINS Diversion Law during 1987 and updated annually since then, and WHEREAS, this matter has been discussed by members of the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee of the Schuyler County Legislature, and the recommendation of that Committee is that the PINS Diversion Planning Committee for the PINS Plan submit the required annual update. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the Update of the Plan on behalf of the County of Schuyler as well as any contract or agreement made a part of the Plan; subject to review by the County Administrator and the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the PINS Diversion Planning Committee be authorized to submit said Plan to the State of New York, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the previously appointed members of the PINS Diversion Planning and Assessment Committees continue to serve in that capacity. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 377 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN THE HOURS OF THE CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO FORTY (40) HOURS A WEEK WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Schuyler County District Attorney to increase the hours of the Confidential Secretary in his department to 40 hours a week. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours of the Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney be established at 40 hours per week at an annual salary of $24,972 effective October 1, 2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary for this increase be funded out of State grant funds. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 378 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE BIDDING FOR 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION MODEL PLAN WHEREAS, Schuyler County’s contract for its 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Model Plan is in the expiration time frame and needs to be updated for another five years, and WHEREAS, this is a negotiable employee benefit that has to be renewed and is subject to bidding requirements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Schuyler hereby executes the authorization to go out to bid in the New York State Register and local paper for the County of Schuyler for a 457 Deferred Compensation Model Plan. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 379 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE ADOPTION OF CONTRACT POLICY MANUAL WHEREAS, the Legislative Office, in conjunction with the County Attorney’s Office, has developed a Contract Policy Manual which incorporates all directives and resolutions relative to the contract procedure, and WHEREAS, the County Administrator and Management and Finance Committee have reviewed said manual and recommend its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts the Contract Policy Manual as attached hereto to be made part of Schuyler County Policies and Procedures effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 5-0. 152 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RESOLUTION NO. 380 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH GROUP HEALTH ADMINISTRATION SERVICE WHEREAS, the Health Insurance Review Committee created by the Legislature is proceeding with requesting quotes for health insurance, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Health Insurance Review Committee that Group Health Administration Service be obtained to assist in this process as well as other health insurance issues. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Group Health Administration Service for the term March 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001 at a cost of $12,000 payable in equal monthly payments, with credit from payments under the original agreement being applied to the same, subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,800 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.435 to cover the 1999 expenses of this contract, the remainder to be budgeted in the 2001 budget. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 381 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS FOR REPLACEMENT OF COPIERS FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY OFFICES FOR THE PERIOD 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003 WHEREAS, most of the county’s copiers are under one copier contract, which will expire on December 31, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Purchasing Office is hereby authorized to advertise for bids for the replacement of copiers for Schuyler County Offices for the period 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2003, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bids are to be marked “Sealed Bid” and received by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Unit 6, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2000. The bids will be opened at the Legislative Resolution Review Committee meeting on October 2, 2000, at which time recommendation for legislative action will be made: acceptance or rejection of bids will be done at the October 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature; the County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 382 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Young. RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has a microfilm reader/printer which has been replaced. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said microfilm reader/printer as surplus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said microfilm reader/printer and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction. One (1) 3M 800 Microfilm Reader / Printer S/N 375 VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 383 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR TRAINING – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL WHEREAS, the SARA grant for Civil Service/Personnel has come to an end and funds have been encumbered, and WHEREAS, due to delays at the beginning of the project with data conversion, there are excess funds in the grant Personal Services account no. 1430.100-1431 due to delays in hiring the Keyboard Specialist for this project, and WHEREAS, due to employee turnover of personnel in the Civil Service/Personnel Department, it is necessary to have one more day of PerSoft software training for new departmental personnel. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $500 from grant account no. 1431.100-1431 to account no. 1430.459-1431 for one day of PerSoft PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 153 software training. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 384 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Young. RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO TOWN OF HECTOR (HECTOR GRAZING LANDS) WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Treasurer has received $3,464.02 in revenues from the sale of timber from the Hector Grazing Lands, and WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions set forth in Section 500 of Title 16, United States Code, these funds must be used for the benefit of public schools or public roads, and WHEREAS, this income is normally used by the Town of Hector for road maintenance in the Hector Land Use Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $3,464.02 to the Town of Hector for road maintenance in the Hector Land Use Area. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 385 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF SERVER FOR FINANCIAL SYSTEM – TREASURER – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the current server for the financial system is over six years old and is technically outdated, and WHEREAS, the Treasurer has consulted the software provider, the Central Data Processing Department and the County Administrator on her needs, and WHEREAS, the Treasurer has $3,600 of the approximate $21,000 total cost of license fees, training and equipment in her 2000 budget, and WHEREAS, it is possible to enter into a two-year lease to purchase the agreement with a zero interest rate. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the required lease agreement for a Dell NT Server for a total of $9,670 to be paid in two annual payments; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a Software Upgrade Agreement for the Treasurer’s Office with Cyberscience Corporation at a cost of $1,040 and annual maintenance fee of $208. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $11,360 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to the Treasurer’s accounts as follows: 1325.207 $ 9,994.00 1325.435 $ 1,366.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the balance due for the Dell Lease Agreement of $4,836 be provided for in the 2001 budget. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 386 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT OFFERS TO PURCHASE AND QUITCLAIM PROPERTY TAKEN BY TAX DEED WHEREAS, the County Treasurer took tax deeds to the following properties located in Schuyler County, State of New York, and WHEREAS, the former owner of record or the estate of the former owner of record may submit an Offer to Purchase in the full amount of taxes, penalties, interest and other County expenses involved with the property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes its Chairman to accept the Offer to Purchase and execute the quitclaim deed and attending documents for the transfer of the below listed properties, and any other properties for which the County of Schuyler has taken a tax deed and listed said property in the tax sale auction, upon payment to the Schuyler County Treasurer of the full amount of the purchase offer. The full amount of the purchase offer must be made by 5:00 p.m. of the last regularly scheduled work day of the Schuyler County Treasurer’s Office prior to the tax sale auction, and 154 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon payment in full of the purchase price, the Schuyler County Attorney shall prepare a quitclaim deed to the former owner of record which the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to execute and deliver within thirty (30) days of the payment thereof. TOWN TAX MAP # FORMER OWNER OF RECORD Catharine 68.-1-34.12 Kathleen D. Mayo Catharine 68.-1-6 Lynette Edkin Dix 104.13-1-37 John R. and Linda Smith Dix 104.13-1-16 James R. and Amy Jane Gee Dix 85.-1-51.11 Robert B. and Debra L. Barber Montour 76.19-2-43 Todd L. Foland Orange 101.-1-32.112 Franklin Warner VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 387 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR A STATE GRANT-IN- AID FOR A MUNICIPAL WASTE REDUCTION AND/OR RECYCLING PROJECT AND SIGNING OF THE ASSOCIATED STATE CONTRACT, UNDER THE APPROPRIATE LAWS OF NEW YORK STATE WHEREAS, the State of New York provides financial aid for municipal waste reduction and municipal recycling projects, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature herein called the MUNICIPALITY, has examined and duly considered the applicable laws of the State of New York and the MUNICIPALITY deems it to be in the public interest and benefit to file an application under these laws, and WHEREAS, it is necessary that a Contract by and between THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, herein called the STATE, and the MUNICIPALITY be executed for such STATE aid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Schuyler County Legislature: 1. That the filing of an application in the form required by the State of New York in conformity with the applicable laws of the State of New York including all understandings and assurances contained in said application is hereby authorized. 2. That the Chairman of the Legislature is directed and authorized as the official representative of the MUNICIPALITY to act in connection with the application and to provide such additional information as may be required and to sign the resulting contract if said application is approved by the STATE; 3. That the MUNICIPALITY agrees that it will fund its portion of the cost of said Municipal Waste Reduction and/or Recycling Project. 4. That five (5) Certified Copies of this Resolution be prepared and sent to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Albany, New York 12233-7253, together with ONE complete application. 5. That this resolution shall take effect immediately. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 388 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCOPED TO ADMINISTER THE REMAINING CANAL CORRIDOR INITIATIVE PROGRAM FUNDS WHEREAS, in 1998 a letter of agreement was signed with Cornell Cooperative Extension for the administration of the Canal Corridor Initiative program, and WHEREAS, SCOPED was not fully functional in 1998 therefore Cornell Cooperative Extension took on this role and is now suggesting that SCOPED take over. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Schuyler County will provide to SCOPED remaining funds earmarked or allowable for program administration in the approved HUD grant, an amount not to exceed $13,000 and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 155 contract with SCOPED for the administrative services for the term November 1, 2000 to October 31, 2001; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 389A Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTION NO. 389 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 389 be tabled in order to be sent back to committee for further discussion. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 389 – TABLED RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 11 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 1974 TO CHANGE SECTION 3, ITEM b, IN REGARDS TO MEMBERSHIP - TABLED WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1974 established a County Environmental Management Council for the County of Schuyler, and WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1974 needs to be amended to change the membership. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 11 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on October 10, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 2 of 1974 establishing a County Environmental Management Council for the County of Schuyler (amended text in bold print). SECTION 3. (b) The Chairman of the County Planning Commission or his designee, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Soil and Water Conservation District or his designee, the County Watershed Inspector or his designee, and the Director of Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) or his designee shall serve as members of the Council. SECTION 9. This local law shall take effect immediately upon its filing in the office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she is concerned about the role of the Environmental Management Council (EMC), in terms of being an advisory board to the Legislature and its role with SCOPED. Both EMC and SCOPED have separate reasons for existing. Her concern is having someone from SCOPED sitting on the EMC without it being reciprocal. Acting Chairman Hastings stated that this was discussed in committee. She asked Legislator Young if she would like to table this and bring it back to committee for further discussion. Legislator Young said she would like to see someone from EMC designated to the SCOPED Board to give direction. Legislator Marvel suggested, because of the question raised, that this resolution be withdrawn and sent back to committee. RESOLUTION NO. 390 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF SCOPED AGREEMENT FOR GRANT WRITING/ADMINISTRATION FOR THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, the current SCOPED contract for grant writing/administration expires July 11, 2000, and WHEREAS, SCOPED wishes to continue to provide grant writing and administration services to Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County wishes to discuss the terms and conditions of a renewal contract which will become effective on the calendar year instead of a mid-year cycle as is currently done, and WHEREAS, extension of the current contract until the end of the year will allow time for both parties to come to mutually acceptable terms for the future contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an extension of the current contract with SCOPED for grant writing and administrative services related to community and economic development projects with the understanding that the county will pay a grant writing fee equal to 12% of the grant received if it is less than $50,000 and 15% if the grant award is 156 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
$50,000-500,000 with a maximum fee of $40,000. For grants more than $500,000, it is recommended that a separate fee be negotiated depending on the complexity of the grant, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County may engage SCOPED to perform grant writing services for projects not related to community and economic development and will pay a grant writing fee of 3% of the amount of a grant submitted, with a maximum fee of $3,500. If the County decides at a later date to engage SCOPED to administer the project, then the fee would be applied to the administrative fee. The term of this contract will be for the remainder of the year 2000. The extension is to be drafted by the Schuyler County Attorney and reviewed by the County Administrator. VOTE: Passed 5-0. WITHDRAWN. RE: INCREASE THE HOURS OF THE CLERK(S) TO THE BOARD OF ELECTIONS FROM 20 HOURS TO 35 HOURS A WEEK - WITHDRAWN WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Commissioners of the Board of Elections, request was made to increase the hours for Clerk(s) from 20 to 35 per week commencing January 1, 2001, and WHEREAS, the Governmental Operations Committee of the Schuyler County Legislature has concurred with that request. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk positions in the Schuyler County Board of Elections be increased from 20 hours per week to 35 hours per week commencing January 1, 2001, contingent upon funds being approved in the 2001 budget. RESOLUTION NO. 391 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY CHILD CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR COMPUTER INSTALLATION/REPAIR ASSISTANCE – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING WHEREAS, the County has been approached by the Schuyler County Child Care Coordinating Council to provide technical assistance maintaining computer equipment located at their location in the course of County business. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Schuyler County Child Care Coordinating Council for installation and repair services to be performed by the Schuyler County Central Data Processing Department with the following stipulations: 1. This contract will be valid for a period of one-year starting October 1st 2000. 2. Time will be reimbursed back to the County at the rate of $30.00 per hour. 3. County requirements or obligations will have priority over any requests for services, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this contract is subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 392 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR COMPUTER INSTALLATION/REPAIR ASSISTANCE – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING WHEREAS, the County has been approached by Cornell Cooperative Extension to provide technical assistance maintaining computer equipment located at the Rural-Urban Center in the course of County business. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for installation and repair services to be performed by the Schuyler County Central Data Processing Department with the following stipulations: 1. This contract will be valid for a period of one-year starting September 1st 2000. 2. Time will be reimbursed back to the County at the rate of $30.00 per hour. 3. County requirements or obligations will have priority over any requests for services, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this contract is subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 393 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 157
RE: DECLARE WEEK OF OCTOBER 8, 2000 AS NATIONAL ARCHIVES WEEK – RECORDS MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, archives help us anchor our rapidly changing society in the stream of time, document our stewardship of the present, and remind us of our accountability to future generations, and WHEREAS, archives are central to research and education, both now and in the future, and WHEREAS, the archives of our governments protect the rights of citizens, support the effective operation of government and document the evolution of our democracy, and WHEREAS, archives are essential to understanding the diversity of our society and the development of our private and non profit organizations, and WHEREAS, the sound selection, preservation, accessibility, and broad use of archival records vital to the present and future citizens of Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, greater public awareness of archival conditions and increased support for archival programs in Schuyler County is urgently needed, and WHEREAS, the second week in October is being celebrated statewide as New York Archives Week, and WHEREAS, all are urged to attend events taking place within the county during Archives Week. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby proclaims the week of October 8-14, 2000 as Archives Week in Schuyler County. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 394 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING PART-TIME ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST POSITION – HIGHWAY WHEREAS, the part-time Account Clerk Typist position in the Highway Department has been vacant for longer than 90 days, which requires Legislative approval to fill and is included in the year 2000 County Budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent is authorized to fill the part-time Account Clerk Typist position in the Highway Department, effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 395 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: AGREEMENT TO BE LOCAL SPONSOR FOR SNOWMOBILE TRAILS GRANT APPLICATION FOR SPENCER-VAN ETTEN SNOWMOBILE CLUB WHEREAS, the Spencer-Van Etten Snowmobile Club wishes to use the Schuyler County Government as their authorized local sponsor for their grant, and WHEREAS, the Planning Department would be the administrator of the grant and the County Treasurer would administer the grant funds, and WHEREAS, the Spencer-Van Etten Snowmobile Club will carry $1,000,000 in insurance with a copy filed in the Planning Office, and WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will issue the trail permit to the Spencer-Van Etten Snowmobile Club with the idea that there will be less needed grooming maintenance for the trails. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to be the authorized local sponsor for the Spencer-Van Etten Snowmobile Club in the pursuit of Snowmobile Trails Grant funds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the grant application. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 396 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF MAINTAINING THE CONTINUITY OF THE 31ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT - FAILED WHEREAS, the 31st Congressional District includes all or parts of ten counties stretching across the southern tier of New York State, and 158 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the district is predominantly rural in nature with agriculture being an important industry, and WHEREAS, the district is also characterized by a number of small cities with a significant manufacturing base which share common problems, and also includes many villages and towns with similar characteristics and challenges, and WHEREAS, the district is linked by the future I86 and is filled with a number of small public and private education institutions, and WHEREAS, breaking up the district into a series of north/south alignments would be detrimental to the economic development and constituent service of the district. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby urges the Governor and State Legislature to maintain the integrity of the 31st Congressional District at the time of reapportionment following the year 2000 census. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler said he is not sure what is best for Schuyler County. He feels that until the county knows what will happen, he can not support this resolution. He does not know the other side of this. Legislator Marvel said that with the 2000 census, the State Legislature will be directed to reapportion districts. This county might lose representation, and if we wait until after the realignment, it might be too late. Amory Houghton is interested in protecting our district. If we wait, the county will not have a chance to make its concerns known. Legislator Bleiler stated that there will be a change, even if this passes. Acting Chairman Hastings said the concern is that there is a possibility that this county will become part of the Rochester area and the city will have control. Legislator Young said the county will be assigned to a congressional district. She feels it might even be beneficial if the county ends up with Tompkins or Tioga County. Legislator Marvel feels it is important to have representation to have money flow into the county. VOTE: Failed 3-2. Noes: Young, Bleiler. RESOLUTION NO. 397 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that two resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 398 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL A TEMPORARY POSITION OF ADDITIONAL FULL- TIME ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY WHEREAS, County Attorney, James P. Coleman, is expected to be on medical leave for an undetermined period of time, and WHEREAS, the workload of the County Attorney’s Office increased 25% in 1999 and the year 2000 reflects a greater continuation of this increase, and WHEREAS, the workload of the County Attorney’s Office involves essential and legally required duties with potentially enormous negative litigation obligations, and WHEREAS, in order to maintain this ever-increasing and necessary level of service to the County by this office Assistant County Attorney, Dennis J. Morris, will become Acting County Attorney, fulfilling Attorney Coleman’s duties as well as a portion of his own, thereby making it necessary to fill an additional temporary full-time Assistant County Attorney position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Attorney’s Office is hereby authorized to create and fill a temporary full-time Assistant County Attorney position for the time period October 1, 2000 to December 31, 2000, at a rate not to exceed $15,000, said amount to be reduced by reimbursement from the NYS Department of Social Services. MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to go into executive session to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Legislator Marvel. Motion carried five ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Marvel to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bleiler. Motion carried five ayes to zero noes. VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 399 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 159
RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE BROADBAND INTERNET ACCESS ACT LEGISLATION WHEREAS, The Broadband Internet Access Act of 2000 (S.2698) would create temporary tax credits to stimulate the deployment of “broadband” high speed Internet service to rural and low-income areas of the United States – areas currently being ignored by communications providers, and WHEREAS, the broadband tax credit will have a very positive impact on Western New York because it will provide communications carriers with a special incentive to deploy broadband access to homes and businesses in the area, and much of the telecommunications equipment used to provide broadband services is manufactured right here, and WHEREAS, this legislation is crucial to ensuring that all Americans receive the benefits of Internet economy, and that the United States remains ahead of the global competition in this crucial technology. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby goes on record in support of the Broadband Internet Access Act of 2000 (S.2698) and urges its Congressional representatives to support its enactment. VOTE: Passed 5-0. NEW BUSINESS: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Young reported on the Human Services Committee. The Youth Bureau has received a total of $789,385 in grant awards this year. She is proud that the Youth Board is active and working on grants. She then listed a number of the grants. Acting Chairman Hastings said the Youth Board and the Youth Services Planner, Dave Sanders, deserve to be congratulated. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Duane Spilde, Director of Public Health/Community Services, reported on the building project for Public Health. They opened bids last week and had three for each contract, however, they received no bids for the general contract. He feels part of the reason is that they were having a hard time getting a quote from the original specs. He hopes to finish the bid process this week. He also wanted to say, as a department head with fifty employees working for him, he is in support of fair treatment and fair wages. The county has a dedicated workforce that work very hard for less money. He encourages the Legislature to do the best they can for a contract. Gerry Chafee, Assistant Coordinator of Computer Services, said he works with a number of county departments. He is happy with his job and happy to be able to teach computer skills to employees. However, he is unhappy to hear that people are out looking for other jobs and telling him that he will have to re-train new employees. The Meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 2, 2000
The Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 1:55 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present except Legislators Young and Larison who were excused and Legislator Karius who was absent. Acting County Attorney Morris and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Lisa and Robert Bellavigna were present because they had a concern about the recent tax auction. A parcel bought at auction was a landlocked parcel. There are trespassing signs and liens on the property. They feel they were misrepresented on this matter. Pictures of their home were taken without permission. They asked the Real Property Tax office not to take pictures. Robert feels there is a possible bankruptcy involved and he would like the bid declined. He feels the wrong owner and tax map number was listed in the auctioneer’s 160 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE advertisement. Lisa gave some history on the property they own and how they acquired it. Chairman Gifford asked them if they had talked to the County Attorney. Lisa said she has been advised by him to speak to her own lawyer. She then handed out copies of her letter dated September 28, 2000 to the Legislature. She did run across the new prospective buyers that bid on the parcel and they seem to be interested in hunting on it. She has read the Department of Environmental Conservation guide and it states that they allow hunting in an area of 500 feet or more from a structure. Robert said the parcel is only 450 feet across. Acting County Attorney Morris said he is not sure this situation needs to be addressed. He feels they have good legitimate questions and concerns. He is not sure the county can solve the problem. He explained that when the property foreclosure process started the property had not been separated. The auction process started with the notice on the parcel that was a whole 20 acres. Since then, the Bellavignas bought a portion of that parcel. The advertisement listed the entire piece of land. Legislator Hastings asked if the whole parcel was indeed advertised. Patty Bilinski, Deputy Treasurer, said they did in fact have to advertise the whole parcel. In 1998 it was filed as a whole parcel. Acting Attorney Morris explained that since 1998, the parcel has been divided into two. Additionally, the Bellivignas received a piece of property from US Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for access of back land. The landlocked land was not put on the deed description by HUD. Chairman Gifford asked if HUD gave a right-of-way when they sold it. Acting Attorney Morris said the mortgage should have reserved that. The issue now is that there is a contract with the buyer for down payment. The buyer has 30 days to pay and if they show up with the money tomorrow, we have to sell it to them. Legislator Hastings feels that in fairness to the people purchasing this parcel, the county should write to them about the consequences of owning this property. Chairman Gifford feels it is not up to the Legislature. Acting Attorney Morris suggested that they be notified that the Legislature has received conflicting information from the Bellavignas. He suggested that the Bellavignas speak to an attorney and their neighbors. Legislator Hastings feels the Legislature should not accept this bid today. There should be more research done and the buyers should be notified of this. Acting Attorney Morris informed the Legislature that they could be sued by the potential buyers if this bid is denied. The county has a contract that says the parcel will be given to the buyers within 30 days. Legislator Bleiler asked if they could accept the bid with some wording about the concern. Acting Attorney Morris said he would like to have an acceptance of the bid, however extend the issue of signing the deed. He sees no problem with the procedure done on the county’s part. He is not aware of any bankruptcy involved. It is not on their notices or on the abstract. Robert said he did notify the County Attorney’s office that it was in bankruptcy. He did not dare bid on this parcel himself without researching it properly. The advertisement was listed as 21 acres with a picture of their home. Acting Attorney Morris suggested that the Legislature not accept this bid today because of the parcel number possibly being incorrectly advertised. He did not have this advertisement from David Matson, the Auctioneer. He feels the county needs to let the buyer know that this number is incorrect. If they do not have a problem with it, then the county needs to accept the bid. RESOLUTION NO. 400 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Accept Tax Auction Bids VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 401 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT TAX AUCTION BIDS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Treasurer is now holding tax deeds on certain properties which are three or more years delinquent in tax payments, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 161
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature had contracted for the auction sale of these properties and such sale was conducted on September 23, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature accepts, the following bids to wit: BIDDER'S NAME: Todd & Anita Rodabaugh BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 3748 Main Street Burdett, NY 14818 AMOUNT OF BID: $1,300.00 FORMER OWNER: County of Schuyler TAX MAP #: 54.7-1-1 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 402-9043-00 LOCATION: Town of Hector Village of Burdett
BIDDER’S NAME: Paul W. Jayne BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 4703 Log City Road Dundee, NY 14837 AMOUNT OF BID: $45,000.00 FORMER OWNER: Warren A. & Patricia Markle TAX MAP #: 44.16-1-2.2 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 402-9139-00 LOCATION: Town of Hector Village of Burdett
BIDDER’S NAME: LaVerne A. Hutt BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 5815 Culver Road Alpine, NY 14805 AMOUNT OF BID: $2,200.00 FORMER OWNER: Evelyn Sine TAX MAP #: 47.-1-27.1 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 401-7418-00 LOCATION: Town of Hector BIDDER’S NAME: Lee P. Kizer, Jr. BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 913 Hornby Road Beaver Dams, NY 14812 AMOUNT OF BID: $500.00 FORMER OWNER: Harold L. & Bessie L. Galusha TAX MAP #: 102.5-1-18.1 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 601-0299-00 LOCATION: Town of Orange
BIDDER’S NAME: Ray Fitzgerald BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 3830 Shumway Road Burdett, NY 14818 AMOUNT OF BID: $2,300.00 FORMER OWNER: Carl & Doris Hadley TAX MAP #: 93.-1-9 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 601-0024-01 LOCATION: Town of Orange
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BIDDER’S NAME: Emily E. Kerns BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 3761 Newtown Road Odessa, NY 14869 AMOUNT OF BID: $12,500.00 FORMER OWNER: Robert W. Reynolds TAX MAP #: 51.-3-22.1 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 702-2077-01 LOCATION: Town of Reading, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Attorney is directed to prepare appropriate deeds and documents pertinent to such conveyance within thirty days of this authorization, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to execute such deeds and attending documents and the Schuyler County Treasurer is authorized to deliver such deeds and attending documents upon full payment of the bid purchase price balance to the County of Schuyler. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings moved this Resolution with the exception of the bid from Joy E. Goodsell. VOTE: Passed 5-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Lisa Bellivigna stated that even at the informational workshop the parcel was announced as landlocked. Patty said that three other people were bidding on this one parcel. The county has an obligation to the back-up bidder also. Jim Corl said he believes there was a misunderstanding about a public utility easement. The potential bidders might have thought they could access the property this way. The Meeting adjourned at 2:40 p.m. Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 10, 2000
The October 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present except Legislator Young who was excused. Acting County Attorney Morris and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked about the Workforce Development Board. Chairman Gifford explained that it used to be the Private Industry Council, consisting of Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben Counties. Christopher Tarby from Usherwood Associates out of Syracuse, said he submitted a bid to Schuyler County for copiers. He is here to answer any questions on the bid. Jim Corl, County Administrator, explained that the bids were opened and a committee reviewed the proposals. The Legislature will be considering the committee’s recommendation tonight. Legislator Hastings explained the bid process to him. Jim explained that the county must accept the lowest, most responsible bid. He also explained how they determine that factor, including references, knowledge, etc. Christopher asked if he was lowest bidder and can prove it, and that he is as responsible, will he have an opportunity to address that before the Resolution is voted on? Legislator Hastings explained that by the time the Resolution reaches this forum, it is done. The decision is made. She recommends the resolution be tabled in order for the bidders to voice their concerns. Legislator Bleiler said he believes the bid specifications gave them time to express their concerns. He remembers talking in length about the process and who knew what. He feels if the bidder has a challenge after the acceptance, the Legislature will review the process and situation then. Legislator Hastings said she would rather see it set aside. Casey Creamer asked if the $10,000 on the tax study with SUNY Binghamton was going to show the county if they gained economically on the sales tax increase. Legislator Bleiler explained that the Legislature has to re-vote on that one percent increase every two years. In order for the Legislature to do that intelligently, the research and facts need to be spelled out.
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Casey noted the numerous requests for personnel in Public Health and Mental Health. He thought consolidating the departments was to consolidate the work. He asked if the Deputy positions were for one person. Legislator Bingell explained that the funding is coming from State revenues and will not use county dollars. However, these resolutions will not be voted on tonight, the proper paperwork is not in hand. Duane Spilde, Director of Public Health/Mental Health, explained that since these two departments have been combined, they have reduced, but at the same time, there are new mandates from the State and a lot more work. He has explained in detail to the Legislature why they are needed. Sue Brill wanted to know how the County’s negotiating Attorney got paid, hourly rate or flat fee? Legislator Hastings said the county pays labor counsel $170 an hour plus mileage. PRESENTATION ON THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Chris Kimball-Peterson, Chairman of the Schuyler County Comprehensive Plan, explained that the Legislature passed a resolution to do this plan. They have held nine public input meetings within the county so far. She stated that the attendance has been low, however, the response to issues and concerns has been great. Tim Cullenen, Cornell Cooperative Extension Planner, has received a lot of good responses. He handed out a spreadsheet reflecting the questions asked and the answers received. The spreadsheet will be given to task groups that will be looking at the hard and fast issues. They sent out 9,600 pieces of direct mail for surveys. They have had some expenses with staff and mailing. He feels there was more than enough chances for people to participate. Chairman Gifford said there is an effort in the Towns of Reading, Tyrone and Orange to create a comprehensive plan, how is the response there? Tim said they are totally separate. The County plan is large scale, and that is a separate issue. The efforts those particular towns take will help with the county plan. Chris said that the next phase will be organizing the task force groups. People have signed up to help. They will draft a document for the public to review. She is here tonight to defend the budget. A total amount was budgeted for two years back in 1998. The committee needs numerous resources and may have to hire people to help them with the data process. She feels they need money appropriated for next year to complete the plan. She then handed out a budget request. They hope to complete the plan in the next two years. They are requesting $126,700. The 1998 Resolution said the amount budgeted would be re-evaluated on a yearly basis. If the Legislature were to not fund this plan, it would be detrimental. It is a long tedious process. Tim added that the one line item budget request is for consultant fees. That figure is based on the idea that certain studies will require detail and expertise that can not be done in-house. RESOLUTION NO. 402 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the September 11, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 403 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL FOR THERAPY SERVICES – MEDICAL PROSPECTIVE PAYMENT SYSTEM – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Public Health Agency contracts with Schuyler Hospital to provide Home Health Therapy Services, and WHEREAS, HCFA Medicare reimbursement methodology for home care services is changing to a Prospective Payment System (PPS) October 1, 2000 and under the PPS the cost of all physical therapy needs are bundled into the payment that Schuyler County Home Health Agency will receive, and WHEREAS, in the event a patient receiving home care services for which the home care agency is billing Medicare requires a physical therapy procedure that needs a piece of cumbersome equipment that cannot be taken to the home, thus necessitating the patient be taken to an outpatient therapy department, and WHEREAS, Schuyler Hospital Outpatient Department has agreed to provide these procedures when necessary and authorized by the Schuyler County Home Health Agency Staff, at the rates listed below. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve, an amendment to the 164 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE contract with Schuyler Hospital for Home Health Therapy Services for the term of October 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, to be renewed annually on the calendar year, at the rates listed below, funding available in the 2000 Public Health budget account 4010.490; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. Paraffin Bath $60.50 per treatment Small Whirlpool $60.50 per treatment Large Whirlpool $70.00 per treatment Contrast Baths $37.00 / 15 minutes Prosthetic Training $39.50 / 15 minutes Splint Fabrication $39.50 / 15 minutes Debridement Skin Partial Thickness $39.50 / 15 minutes Debridement Skin Full Thickness $59.50 / 15 minutes Debridement Skin & Subcutaneous $79.50 / 15 minutes VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 404 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AMEND 2000 COUNTY BUDGET – FEDERAL SALARY SHARING FUNDS – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic, the following budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the County Treasurer to create the following accounts: REVENUE Federal Salary Sharing Funds 4310-4490-4316 $75,000 EXPENSES Equipment 4310.200-4316 $40,000 Professional Services 4310.435-4316 $25,000 Other Contractual Services 4310.400-4316 $10,000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditures of these funds. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 405 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES FOR PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION THERAPY SERVICES – PUBLIC HEALTH – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services provides physical, occupational and speech therapy at the rate of Fifty Dollars ($50) for up to a sixty minute session. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Direction of Public Health/Home Health, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature are hereby authorized to execute an ongoing contract with Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services for the Public Health Department to provide preschool therapy services from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001, funding available in the 2000 and 2001 Public Health budget account no. 2960.400; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 406 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLIING OF CLINICAL WORKER – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there is a need for additional clinical services, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 County Budget for this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is authorized to advertise, create and fill either a Staff Social Worker position, Grade XXVIII, salary $16.42, or a Senior Staff PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 165
Social Worker position, Grade XXIX, salary $17.73 hour, whichever he is able to recruit, effective immediately; subject to the approval of the Civil Service Office, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon successful filling of one of the above positions, the Clinic Coordinator position will be abolished. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 407 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AMEND CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER ARC 2000 AGREEMENT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution 329-00 authorized an amendment to the Schuyler Arc Agreement for the year 2000 in the amount of $11,000, and WHEREAS, the State Office of Mental Health has authorized additional State dollars in the amount of $11,000 for a total of $22,000 for Schuyler Arc to provide the Integrated Supported Employment Program, the following agreement and budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is hereby authorized to execute an amendment to the agreement with Schuyler ARC for an additional $11,000 for a total of $22,000 for the Integrated Supported Employment Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be authorized to approve such amended agreement, subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 2000 County budget accordingly as follows: REVENUE State Funds 4322-3490 $11,000 EXPENSES Schuyler ARC 4322.0504 $11,000 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 408A Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 408 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 408 be amended to add an amount to the third WHEREAS and to add a BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, “that should the State Office of Mental Health reduce funding, these positions may be eliminated”. DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel stated that he would like to amend Resolution No. 408 to include the money allocated from the State and a statement that if the money is reduced, that the Legislature may abolish these positions. Legislator Hastings said she does not see anything positive in this motion. When the office of Mental Health allocates money, it is continuous funds. When the day comes and the money is taken away, then let the Legislature cut back. Legislator Marvel feels that if it is not in the Resolution, the future Legislature will not know this Legislature’s intent. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 408 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLING OF TWO SUPPORTIVE CASE MANAGERS – MENTAL HEALTH – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, there has been enormous growth for children and youth and their families in the mental health system, and WHEREAS, the State Office of Mental Health has made services for children and youth and their families a statewide priority, and has recommended implementation of a Supportive Case Management Program in Schuyler County to compliment existing Case Management and Intensive Case Management Programs, and WHEREAS, the State Office of Mental Health has allocated funding in the amount of $170,000 to Schuyler County for the provision of these services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the creation, advertising, and filling of two Supportive Case Manager positions in the Mental Health Department at Grade Level XXVI with an hourly rate of $15.02, effective immediately, and 166 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should the State Office of Mental Health reduce funding, these positions may be eliminated. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 409 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING COOK MANAGER POSITION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging has hired a person to fill the position of Assistant Cook, and WHEREAS, the person hired has skills comparable to the person in the position of Cook-Manager, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging has retained a vacant position of Cook-Manager for three years as of October 1, 2000, said position to be abolished after this point in time per Civil Service Rules, and WHEREAS, the Personnel Officer has granted a 30-day extension of the aforementioned Civil Service Rule, and WHEREAS, changing the Assistant Cook to Cook-Manager will be easily accomplished in the present budget, and WHEREAS, it is felt that this change would create a more efficiently-run Nutrition Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Office for the Aging Director be authorized to transfer Norma Erickson, currently the Assistant Cook, into the vacant slot of Cook-Manager, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Assistant Cook shall remain vacant. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 410 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL SERVICES – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, County Attorney, James P. Coleman, is expected to be on medical leave for an undetermined period of time, and WHEREAS, the Legislature authorized the County Attorney’s Office to hire a temporary additional Assistant County Attorney per Resolution No. 398-00, for the period October 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, in an amount not to exceed $15,000, and WHEREAS, two-thirds of that amount, $10,000, is payable by the Department of Social Services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services is authorized to amend the 2000 budget by transferring no more than $10,000 from account no. 6010.400 into account no. 6010.435, and to amend the contract with the County Attorney as set forth above, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign the said amended contract; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 411 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: ACCEPT QUOTATION FROM NATIONAL SURVEY, INC. FOR PUBLISHING OF COUNTY MAPS – HIGHWAY WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee have agreed to accept the proposal from The National Survey, Inc. for the publishing of the county maps, and WHEREAS, the preliminary proofs are near completion, and funding is available in the 2000 budget to pay for said maps. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature hereby accept the proposal price of $ 8,956 from The National Survey, Inc. for the publishing of county maps. Funding is available in the 2000 budget with $ 5,200 to come from County Road account no. 5010.434 and $ 3,756 to come from Emergency Management account no. 3189.434; proposal subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 412 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR UTILITIES AND PERSONAL SERVICES – LAKE PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 167
FRONT WHEREAS, the utilities and personal services line items for Seneca Harbor Park have exceeded the anticipated expenditure in the 2000 budget, and WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds in other Buildings and Grounds utilities and personal services accounts to cover said overages. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $1,000 from Buildings personal services account 1620.100 to Seneca Harbor Park personal services account 7110.100, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer also be authorized to transfer $700 from Buildings utilities account no. 1620.442 to Seneca Harbor Park utilities account no. 7110.442. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 413 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ASSIGNED COUNSEL EXPENSES WHEREAS, the 2000 budget line item for assigned counsel is over-budget by $1,743.41 as of September 13, 2000, and WHEREAS, there are several more months worth of bills forthcoming and there are no additional funds in the Public Defender’s budget to pay for the same. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $7,500 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Public Defender account no. 1170.435 to pay for assigned counsel expenses. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTIN NO. 414 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH BISHOP SHEEN ECUMENICAL HOUSING FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADMINISTRERING FUNDS UNDER THE HOME INVESTMANET PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (HOME PROGRAM) WHEREAS, Schuyler County has applied for and received a HOME Program Grant in the amount of $400,000 for housing rehabilitation for the entire County, and WHEREAS, the guidelines of the grant require the County to execute all documents necessary relative to this project and act as a flow-through for all bills and grant monies. It is understood that grant funds are to be made available by the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME Program), and WHEREAS, Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing will administer the grant and provide program delivery services to eligible residents in the County, and WHEREAS, a Funding Approval Agreement must be signed by the Chairman of the Legislature to get the grant process underway and administer HOME funds, and WHEREAS, a sub-recipient agreement with Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing must be signed for Bishop Sheen to administer the housing rehabilitation project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute approval of the aforementioned agreements; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 415 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE PROCLAIMS OCTOBER AS “RADON AWARENESS MONTH” WHEREAS, Schuyler County has been identified as a high radon area by the New York State Department of Health and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and WHEREAS, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the leading cause among nonsmokers, and WHEREAS, any home may have high levels or radon even if neighboring homes do not, and WHEREAS, radon testing is easy, inexpensive and produces reliable results, and WHEREAS, making simple home repairs can significantly reduce a resident’s risk of lung cancer, and 168 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County, in conjunction with the S2AY Network, works to inform Schuyler County residents about radon and what can be done to correct high levels if they exist. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby proclaims October as “Radon Awareness Month”, and urges all residents to take steps to test their homes for radon, and to protect themselves and their families against this serious health hazard. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 416 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE PROCLAIMS NOVEMBER 15, 2000 AS “AMERICA RECYCLES DAY” WHEREAS, each year, more than 208 million tons of municipal solid waste go into the nation’s landfills. That is more than 4.3 pounds per person per day. While the nation has reached an overall recycling rate of just over 25 percent, and Schuyler County has reached an overall rate of over 50 percent, much more can be done, and WHEREAS, to focus the nation’s attention on the importance of recycling, businesses, industries, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals have joined together to celebrate “America Recycles Day,” and are encouraging their employers, staff, customers, membership and all citizens to start or enhance recycling programs and buy recycled products on November 15, and WHEREAS, participating in America Recycles Day is one way citizens can help raise awareness about the need to reduce waste by reusing, recycling, and buying recycled products, and WHEREAS, recycling saves millions of dollars in disposal costs, creates jobs, and is recognized as an easy way for everyone to help protect the environment by avoiding unnecessary use of important resources, and WHEREAS, state and community leaders need to spread the word about the excellent programs they have established, the growth of markets for recyclables, the importance of buying recycled products, the need to expand the collection of recyclable materials, and the benefits of investments in recycling by small and large businesses, and WHEREAS, in order to buy recycled, it is important to create an awareness of the need to stimulate markets for recycling materials. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Schuyler County Legislature, that Wednesday, November 15, 2000, is hereby proclaimed as “America Recycles Day.” VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 417 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE BOND ACT OF 2000 WHEREAS, all of the various communities and residents of the State of New York receive significant benefits, including without limitation significant economic development and reduced fatalities and injuries, arising out of the maintenance and upgrading of the transportation system within the State, and WHEREAS, the State Legislature and the Governor have proposed a five year $34.2 billion capital transportation plan that includes the $3.8 billion Transportation Infrastructure Bond Act of 2000 (Bond Act), and WHEREAS, the investment by the State of New York and its citizens in highways and bridges within the State not only provides a safer and more efficient transportation system, but also provides all New Yorkers with the ability to meet their individual transportation needs in a safe and efficient manner, and WHEREAS, New York State Department of Transportation’s Program includes $125 million in investments to upgrade Route 15 to Interstate 99 which includes $106 million for the Hamilton Street Interchange, and WHEREAS, another one of the projects which will benefit from the Bond Act is the upgrade of New York State Route 17, which traverses ten counties located within the Southern Tier, to Interstate 86, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 169
WHEREAS, studies project that the conversion to Interstate 86 and Interstate 99 will result in billions in direct economic benefit to the communities along the highway corridors once the conversions have been completed, and WHEREAS, residents of the State of New York overwhelmingly express their support for increased investment in the improvement of roads and bridges within the State to provide for safer and more efficient transportation within the State, and WHEREAS, the Bond Act is only one part of an overall plan to improve transportation infrastructure within the State. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby expresses support for the $3.8 billion Bond Act and recommends its approval by the voters of the State of New York, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to Governor George E. Pataki, Senate Temporary President and Majority Leader Joseph L. Bruno, Speaker of the Assembly Sheldon Silver, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assembly Minority Leader Pro Tempore George H. Winner, Jr., Transportation Commissioner Joseph H. Boardman, Senate Transportation Committee Chairman Caesar Trunzo, Assembly Standing Committee on Transportation Chairman David Gantt, and the New York State Association of Counties. DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison said he can not vote yes on this Resolution because the amount is unknown. Legislator Marvel said he understands, but the important thing is that this Resolution reaches the State Legislature so they know our feelings about it. The money is to help complete I86. If this county wants any growth in the southern tier area it is important that I86 be finished. Legislator Larison said that at the NYSAC conference, twelve counties voted against it and fourteen counties voted for it at the resolution committee meeting. He feels there is too little definition as to where the money is going. Legislator Hastings said that there are counties who live with thruways, they are afraid of losing economic development. Chemung and Steuben want this to happen because of I86. This shows our support for those two counties. VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 418 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF DISTRICT I COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING STUDY WHEREAS, Schuyler County has $37,500 appropriated in its 2000 budget for the development of a County Comprehensive Plan, and WHEREAS, it is essential that all municipalities throughout the county participate in this process, and WHEREAS, the towns of Orange, Reading and Tyrone, which comprise District I, are interested in combining resources to hire an engineering firm to develop a comprehensive plan for each of them, and WHEREAS, each of these towns has limited resources and are requesting the county to contribute towards this effort, and WHEREAS, this study would be performed within the parameters of the County Comprehensive Plan’s requirements and be a part thereof. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Schuyler hereby commit $3,000 towards a comprehensive plan study for District I, to be paid to whichever entity is determined to be the lead agent for this project (namely a town in District I); said monies to come from the appropriated funds in Planning account no. 8020.359-Comprehensive Plan upon presentation of a properly documented invoice, and BE IT RESOLVED, it is understood that the county’s commitment to this process is contingent upon the financial contribution and participation of the towns in District I. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said the Town of Hector has already done a study and has paid for it themselves. Legislator Bingell said Hector’s is a land use plan, not a comprehensive plan. Legislator Bleiler said the Town of Hector is in the process of doing a comprehensive plan. Legislator Bingell said District I is asking for $3,000 out of the $37,000 needed and she believes that it will benefit the Schuyler County plan. Legislator Hastings feels the county is opening up a can of worms, the county appropriated funds for a county plan. Legislator Bleiler said he understands her concern and he also has a concern of offending a municipality. He will vote in favor of this to try to get the other towns to get going with their own plans. Perhaps the county can help another town in another way. He believes it will help the county in the long run. Legislator Hastings 170 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE is concerned if other towns ask the county for money. Chairman Gifford said he can not speak for future requests. Perhaps there should be some criteria set forth for this, to assist these towns, they are part of the county. It sounds like this will dove tail with the county plan. It will be work that the commission will not have to do. Legislator Hastings stated that if another district comes forward asking for money, how can the county say no. Legislator Bingell stated that District I will be spending $20,000 and this is just a fraction of that cost. VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 419 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN A LETTER IN SUPPORT OF DIGITIZATION OF THE SOILS IN NEW YORK STATE WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Schuyler County Legislature that the digitization of the soils in New York State is receiving increased attention and importance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to write a letter to support this emphasis and to inform the Natural Resources Conservation Service that this data layer would be extremely useful to Schuyler County. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 420 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR OVERTIME – BOARD OF ELECTIONS WHEREAS, the Board of Elections has exceeded its budgeted overtime for fiscal year 2000, and WHEREAS, during the remainder of year 2000 there are numerous office functions necessary requiring overtime funding including, among other things, a significant increase in enrollments with deadlines for data entry; Election Law requirement for evening and Saturday extra hours; preparation for General Election and follow-up to General Election, including Central Count and Poll Book scanning; and an increase in time for procedures clarification and compliance with Election Law procedures, and WHEREAS, the Board of Elections anticipates it would need $3,000 to offset overtime expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $3,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Elections overtime account no. 1450.101. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 421 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO PURCHASE SHREDDER – RECORDS MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the shredder in Records Management can no longer keep up with the amount of paper needed to shred and is no longer functioning properly. WHEREAS, there are grant funds available to purchase a new shredder. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to make the following transfers in order to purchase the above equipment. AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $1,049.00 1460.489-1465 Fringe Benefits 1460.200-1465 Equipment $2,619.00 1460.489-1466 Fringe Benefits 1460.200-1466 Equipment VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 422 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves of the appointment of Duncan McCarthy as a representative from the Town of Montour and Mike Nyre as a Watkins Glen High School student representative to the Schuyler County Environmental Management Council effective immediately for the term ending December 31, 2001. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 423 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: RESOLUTION CONCERNING RESPONSE TO THE WEST NILE VIRUS HEALTH CONCERN WHEREAS, the West Nile Virus, which can cause death in humans, has been reported in the Southern Tier, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 171
WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board’s (STC) constituent counties of Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben have been called upon to make decisions on the eradication and control of the spread of the virus, and WHEREAS, some control methods may pose a risk to water quality, beneficial insects and people who have developed sensitivities to most chemicals, and WHEREAS, the STC Physical Resources Advisory Committee members shared a wealth of information about the subject which may be of use to the member county officials, and WHEREAS, the sources of this information are the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, NYS Department of Health, Cooperative Extensions in each county, the county Environmental Management Councils and county Water Quality Coordinating Committees, among others. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature will call upon its above county committees and state agencies for information on safe, cost effective means to control the West Nile Virus, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature encourages Chemung and Steuben counties to follow suit. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings commended the Public Health office for the reports done on this virus. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 424 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENTS – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves of the appointment of Michael Hastrich and Jeffrey Greuber to the Workforce Development Board for a term of 01/01/2000 – 12/31/2003 and Bill Gustin as a Veteran Representative to the Workforce Development Board for a term of 01/01/2000 – 12/31/2001. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 425 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH FAMILY SERVICE SOCIETY FOR PROVISION OF BIG BROTHER/BIG SISTER CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services is an intake agency charged with the welfare of children, and WHEREAS, Family Services Society provides trained volunteer mentoring and role modeling services on a one-to-one basis for children at risk, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County Department of Social Services is an intake agency for such children and can identify children appropriate for the “Big Brother/Big Sister” program, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services is desirous of contracting for such services as an alternative to later, more costly interventions, for children whose behavior might have been modified by timely intervention. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Family Services Society for a Big Brother/Big Sister program for a period of one year commencing October 1, 2000 through September 30, 2001. Services to be billed quarterly at the rate of $10,330 a year. Funding available in the amount of $3,000 in the year 2000 budget, account no. 6070.396 and the remainder available in the year 2001 budget, account no. 6070.396. Contract subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 426 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF COPIERS FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY OFFICES FOR THE PERIOD 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003 WHEREAS, Resolution No. 381-00 authorized advertising for bid for replacement of copiers now under one copier contract, which will expire on December 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, bids were received and opened on October 2, 2000 at the Legislative Resolution Review Committee meeting, and 172 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent, County Administrator and Legislative Clerk/County Auditor have reviewed the bid results and make the following recommendation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the bid from Eastern Copy Products, Inc., for the replacement of copiers for Schuyler County offices for the period 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003, is hereby accepted as the lowest, most responsible bid, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bids from EBE Office Source, Ikon Office Solutions, Twin Tier Imaging Systems, Xerox and Usherwood & Associates, are hereby rejected. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings asked if the most responsible bid was the lowest bid. The Clerk explained that the most responsible bid is not necessary in terms of dollar amount. There were other factors involved. Jim Corl said he would be happy to meet with the vendors after the meeting and explain their determination. Legislator Bleiler stated that the Legislature is awarding the bid tonight. He would like to hear why this company was chosen. Jim Corl explained that they received bids and secondary bids to include options for a color copier for the Sheriff’s Department. There was a multitude of bids to review. In addition, maintenance on several pieces of equipment was bid separately. There were many factors to analyze. The recommendation in the resolution is a carrier or vendor that is presently providing the service to the county. The dollar amount is very close to the two low bidders. References and product knowledge were involved in the decision to recommend the lowest and more responsible vendor, Eastern Copy. Legislator Bleiler stated that by changing vendors, the county would also have to become involved with additional training. VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 427 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: ACCEPT THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX FOR COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA) FOR SALARIES AND RANGES – MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN (MCSP) WHEREAS, the Management/Confidential Salary Plan provides the formula for establishing the annual cost of living allowances each year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the COLA for 2001 calculated from the Consumer Price Index at 3.2% be accepted by the Legislature for salary adjustments and range of grade adjustments in the Management/Confidential Salary Plan for the year 2001. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 428 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 366-85/POLICY FOR DEPARTMENT HEADS IN FILLING VACANT POSITIONS WHEREAS, some positions have not been able to be filled within the 90-day period of vacancy as set forth in Resolution No. 366-85, and WHEREAS, there is support from the Management and Finance Committee to modify this resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 366-85 be amended by the addition of the following: “BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby authorize the appropriate standing committee of the Legislature to extend the period for the filling of a specific vacant position to 120 days without prior approval by the Legislature, if the appointing authority presents good cause to the committee.” VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 429 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: DISCONTINUE PERRY & CARROLL AS BROKER FOR GHI WHEREAS, Perry & Carroll, Inc. of Elmira, New York, has been the Managing General Agent for Group Health Insurance Incorporated (GHI) Insurance, to investigate reducing the County’ health insurance premium, and WHEREAS, this service is no longer needed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature is discontinuing Perry & Carroll as Broker of Record on behalf of Schuyler County for GHI medical insurance. VOTE: Passed 7-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 173
RESOLUTION NO. 430 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 2001 WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined the salaries for certain public officials for the year 2001, and WHEREAS, County Law Section 201 states that any change in compensation of such officer during his/her term be made only by Local Law subject to the provisions of Section 24 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 11 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on November 13, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2001. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning to January 1, 2001. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: Personnel Officer $40,286 Deputy County Clerk $26,003 Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney $26,861 Real Property Tax Agency Director $38,408 Commissioner of Social Services $49,358 County Highway Superintendent $43,478 Deputy County Highway Superintendent $39,327 Undersheriff $41,486 Clerk of the Legislature $34,195 Deputy Clerk of the Legislature $28,579 Confidential Secretary to the County Attorney $29,561 Purchasing Agent $27,479 Deputy County Treasurer $34,883 3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 431 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SUNY BINGHAMTON FOR TAX STUDY TO BE BUDGETED IN 2001 WHEREAS, the County increased its sale tax from seven percent to eight percent and must decide whether to renew the eight percent tax rate by November of 2001, and WHEREAS, SUNY Binghamton can commission a study on the impact of the sales tax increase on Schuyler County and the prospects for additional property tax reforms, and WHEREAS, the cost of the project is estimated to be $12,902 with $10,038 requested from Schuyler County and the remainder to be absorbed by SUNY Binghamton, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management and Finance Committee to proceed with the aforementioned study. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with SUNY Binghamton to evaluate the one percentage point increase in the county sales tax and to do an analysis that would examine the tax bases for each of the different county revenue sources and estimate the long-term effects that changing the county’s tax system might have upon the government and 174 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE citizens of the county; said contract subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this contract be appropriated for in the 2001 budget. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings stated that she will be voting no on this resolution. She feels that this study should be done in-house. Legislator Karius said she will also be voting no on this resolution. There was a study done in 1996. She would like to see the county increase the amount of towers in the county for the communication system and for the citizens of Schuyler County. Legislator Bleiler said the study is for the whole county and it includes that information. It will be made available to the public in the form of brochures and on the web site. He feels they have done their homework this time. Legislator Karius feels that the money is not being spent well. Legislator Bleiler explained that the amount is a high estimate and will not exceed this amount. Legislator Hastings feels the Chamber of Commerce should be able to do this for the county. VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 432 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN THE CCC CAPITAL CHARGEBACK CONTINGENT UPON CHEMUNG AND STEUBEN COUNTIES APPROVAL OF THE SAME WHEREAS, Corning Community College is the only community college in the state that charges only $200 per student for capital chargebacks, and WHEREAS, it is necessary for Corning Community College to continually improve its facilities to maintain a quality environment for its students and faculty. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the capital chargeback for Corning Community College to increase from $200 to $300 per student effective with the Fall 2000 Semester, contingent upon Chemung and Steuben Counties also approving the increase. VOTE: Passed 7-0. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF DEPUTY POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there has been tremendous growth in the areas of mental health which has vastly increased responsibility for this department, and WHEREAS, the capacity to manage the administration in this department has not increased to keep up with the demand, and in fact, administration and managerial capacity has drastically reduced. WHEREAS, it is essential for the continuation and future stability of this department that a deputy level position be created to begin preparing administrative staff for planned changes, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 County Budget to support such growth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the creation, advertising, and filling of a full time deputy level position in the Mental Health Department, and that this position be placed in the Management & Confidential Salary Plan at level , with a salary of , effective immediately. WITHDRAWN RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF DEPUTY POSITION – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, there has been tremendous growth in the areas of public health which has vastly increased responsibility for this department, and WHEREAS, the capacity to manage the administration in this department has not increased to keep up with the demand, and in fact, administration and managerial capacity has drastically reduced. WHEREAS, it is essential for the continuation and future stability of this department that a deputy level position be created to begin preparing administrative staff for planned changes, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 County Budget to support such growth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the creation, advertising, and filling of a full time deputy level position in the Public Health Department, and that this position be placed in the Management & Confidential Salary Plan at level , with a salary of , effective immediately. RESOLUTION NO. 433 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - MACHINERY FUND SHARED FUEL FACILITY PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 175
WHEREAS, the cost of diesel fuel and gasoline has increased significantly which will result in the appropriation for the purchase of these items having a shortfall of an estimated $46,000. WHEREAS, the County Road Fund will be able to cover their share of the increased costs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $46,000 from the Contingency Account, A1990.500, to Transfers to Machinery Fund, A9524.900, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer also be authorized to increase revenue account Interfund Transfers, 003-003-5031, and appropriation account Shared Fuel Facility Diesel Fuel, Gasoline, etc., 003-5131.526, by $46,000. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 434 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ADOPT STIPEND REWARD PROGRAM FOR MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY EMPLOYEES WHEREAS, in light of temporary work assignments becoming commonplace in a tight manpower environment, the County Administrator has designed a program to financially reward Management/Confidential employees performing work on a temporary basis for “out of category” work assignments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts the following Stipend Reward Program for Management/Confidential Salary Employees effective immediately. Legislative Stipend Reward Program This is a program designed to financially reward employees performing work on a temporary basis for “out of category” work assignments. The program has been designed to be applied uniformly across all departments encompassing all tasks both major and minor. It is the intent of this program to reward staff that has filled vacant positions over an extended period of time. This program is not designed to provide a reward system for normal, routine absences in the one, two or three week duration. Major functions have been identified as payroll administration, health insurance administration, and other similar significant activities normally found in extra department activity. Minor functions were identified as employee training, work product developments, or similar functions of a departmental nature. The Personnel Officer working with the County Administrator and the affected department head would make a recommendation to the Legislature as to when this program would benefit employees and suggest if a major and/or minor function had been undertaken. Value given to major functions totaled $6,667 on an annual basis while minor functions totaled $3,333 over the same time period of one year. In light of these temporary work assignments becoming commonplace in a tight manpower environment, I would recommend a system or program of this nature be uniformly adopted and brought into all applicable salary documents. To piecemeal a sum total “here” and a different amount “there” would appear to be a patchwork of solutions, when a long range plan is needed. To prohibit abuse, limits should be considered in order to insure that one employee is not perpetually over utilized. A one-year max is suggested for that limitation. The stipend will be charged to the department account that benefits from this additional staffing level and would normally be paid from any additional funds not used as a result of vacant positions. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 435 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER FUNDS TO FOSTER CARE - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has had an increase in Foster Care expenses in 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds in the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget, as follows: Appropriations: - 30,000 6109.4 Family Assistance + 95,000 6119.4 Foster Care/Adoption - 30,000 6123.4 Juvenile Delinquency - 35,000 6140.4 Safety Net 176 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Revenue: - 7,500 6109.3609 State Aid – Family Assistance -15,000 6109.4609 Federal Aid – Family Assistance +60,000 6119.3619 State Aid – Foster Care/Adoption +70,000 6119.4619 Federal Aid – Foster Care/Adoption -90,000 6123.3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency -17,500 6140.3640 State Aid – Safety Net VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 436 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN 2000 HEAP BUDGET - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, New York State has authorized additional benefits to HEAP recipients due to the substantial increase in heating costs for the winter of 1999-2000, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services needs additional funds budgeted to pay these benefits, and WHEREAS, HEAP benefits are reimbursed with 100% Federal aid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget is hereby amended as follows: + 100,000 6141.4 HEAP Expenditures + 100,000 6141-4641 Federal Aid – HEAP VOTE: Passed 7-0. NEW BUSINESS: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. The special committee formed to research information regarding the radio communications has met twice. They have talked with Saratoga County, Yates County and New York State in reference to towers. They are still studying the whole situation. She requested that Emergency Services mail out information to two other consultant companies that worked for Onondaga County and Steuben County, because of the difference in dollar amounts. She explained that in Schuyler County there are four towers, the Sheriff’s department uses all four, the fire departments only use one, and the ambulance corps only uses one. The county only owns one tower, they lease one and utilize one tower at the race track and one at Suitcote. She called Senator Randy Kuhl about the state-owned tower on Sugar Hill. He could not see why the county and State would not be able to work something out to allow the county to use that tower. She also reported on the Sullivan Trail Resource Conservation & Development Council Meeting. They discussed the venison donation program. She handed out some brochures and explained that the venison is given to the local food pantry. They now have someone doing this program in Schuyler County. Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management & Finance Committee. He thanked the department heads and all in the department who play a role in the processes of the budget. The county is trying to develop a new process and it can be a struggle for some. Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development & Natural Resources Committee. He stated that the Bishop Sheen grant is an addition to other grants. It means close to 1 million dollars for Schuyler County homes. The HOME Program is for low income families. He gave some examples of who qualify and for what. He feels they are doing well in Schuyler County. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 177
Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. This is Radon Awareness month, which is important right now with the closing up of cellars. Test kits are available at Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Public Health office. Public Health is also doing lead screenings and flu clinics. Duane Spilde, Director of Public Health, explained that the flu vaccine will be delayed this year. There will be a priority situation for the first batch received. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer said he brought up the suggestion of improving the acoustics in the courtroom last month and wanted to know if that had been addressed yet. Legislator Hastings said that is a discussion for the Public Works committee. She will see that he gets a written response from that committee. Casey also asked about the sales tax study. Legislator Bleiler said he would be happy to share the proposal with him at a later date. It is an attempt to find out what happened with the sales tax increase. It will compare sales tax to property tax. Christopher Tarby from Usherwood Associates wanted to know how he could challenge the copier bid resolution? Jim Corl agreed to meet with him after the meeting. Christopher had a lot of questions. Chairman Gifford said the Legislature is presented this resolution with a recommendation made by the County Administrator the Purchasing Agent and the County Auditor. Christopher said he was told by the Purchasing Agent that she does not make recommendations, she just passes along the information. Legislator Marvel stated that she sat on the committee, and as an individual she did not make the recommendation. Christopher asked the Assistant County Attorney if Eastern Copy helped the county will the bid specs. The Clerk advised him that the county created its own specs. The Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 3, 2000
The November 3, 2000 Special Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 1:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present except Legislators Bleiler and Larison who were excused. Acting County Attorney Morris was excused. County Administrator, Jim Corl, was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 437 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Local Law Intro. No. 12 of the year 2000 to establish an Empire Zone in certain areas of Schuyler County, New York and to authorize the preparation and submission of an application for the designation of such Empire Zone. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 438 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 12 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO ESTABLISH AN EMPIRE ZONE IN CERTAIN AREAS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY, NEW YORK AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGNATION OF SUCH EMPIRE ZONE BE IT ENACTED by the legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler is deemed eligible for designation by the State of New York as an empire zone, and whereas the County of Schuyler and the participating municipalities are desirous of establishing a close working relationship to provide enhanced job opportunities for the residents of Schuyler County and whereas the designation of an empire zone would provide greatly enhanced opportunities for job 178 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE creation, the County of Schuyler as the primary applicant hereby authorizes the application to the State of New York for designation of an empire zone as follows: Section 1: Article 18b of the General Municipal Law has authorized applications by municipalities for designation as empire zones within the meaning of said statute and such designation could greatly benefit the County of Schuyler and other municipalities within Schuyler County in that new businesses would be encouraged to locate in the zone area, existing businesses would be encouraged to expand in the zone area, and new and expanded businesses would generate new jobs for County residents. Section 2: The Schuyler County Legislature is hereby authorized to submit an application for designation of certain areas within the County of Schuyler as an empire zone, the boundaries of which said zone are as set forth in Schedule "A" which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Section 3: Pursuant to the requirements of the aforesaid statute the County Treasurer shall serve as Certification Officer of the County of Schuyler empire zone areas and shall perform the following duty, to wit: certify, jointly with the New York State Commissioner of Economic Development and the New York State Commissioner of Labor, those business enterprises which are eligible to receive benefits referred to in Section 966 of Article 18B of the general municipal law. Section 4: Pursuant to the requirements of the aforesaid statute a local empire zone administration board is hereby established to consist of six or more members, none of whom shall be the Certification Officer. Six or more members are to be appointed by the Schuyler County Legislature. The appointments shall be for terms of three years except that half of the original appointees shall be appointed to two year terms. All subsequent new appointments and reappointments shall be for a term of three years and shall be filled for duration of unexpired term. The members shall be a representative of local business, organized labor, community organizations, financial and educational institutions, at least one of whom shall be a zone resident. The local empire zone administrative board shall perform the following duties: a. Submit an annual report to the New York State Commissioner of Economic Development regarding empire zone activities, including analysis of the extent to which the goals set forth in the empire zone application have been met; b. Undertake efforts to ensure meaningful participation by minority and women businesses in empire zone activities; c. Provide within the zone, by contract with the Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED), strategic economic development planning for the zone, marketing and promotion of the zone, assistance to companies in applying for available benefits, preparation of application for financing assistance and other technical assistance services, coordination of the delivery of state and local economic development assistance programs in furtherance of the empire zone plan as shall be determined by the designee. Provided, however, within the amount appropriated therefore and allocated by the SCOPED, the Commissioner shall, to the maximum extent feasible, make equally available financial support, through contracts or other means, to assist with the administrative expenses of the zone activity operations. No funds shall be made available for this purpose unless the amount to be provided has been matched by private and governmental sources, other then state sources, in amounts at least equaling that to be provided by the state; d. Enter into an agreement with the office of business permits and regulatory assistance to participate in a business permit assistance program to be provided to applicants for business permits required by a county, city, town or village for a business undertaking project or activity in the empire zone; e. Enter into agreements with the commissioners of economic development, labor and social services, local education agencies as defined in paragraph (b) of subdivision one of section three thousand thirty two of the education law, local community-based organizations, private employers, labor unions, the administrative entity and private industry council for the service delivery area established under the job training partnership act (P.L. 97-300) that includes the empire zone, and any other person or state or federal agency for the purpose of establishing, implementing and coordinating job training programs for employees and businesses to be located in the empire zone, provided, however, that: (A) any agreement PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 179 to establish a job training program designed to meet the needs of private employers shall require such employer to retain in his employ for not less than six months an employee who has satisfactorily completed a course of training for a particular job opening; (B) any job training program established pursuant to this subdivision shall make use of the job service division of the labor department as well as other sources for the purpose of recruitment; f. In cooperation with local service officials establish a job training opportunities program sponsored by private employers in accordance with the provisions of section one hundred sixty four b of three hundred fifty one of the social service law; g. Enter into agreements with the local departments of social services and community based organizations to facilitate the provisions of ancillary or enhanced social services in the zone; and h. Ensure that the job training programs meet standards of instructional quality established in regulations promulgated by the Commissioner of Education. Section 5: This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State as required by municipal home rule law. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked why SCOPED is contracting with River Street Development? Kelsey Jones, Executive Director of SCOPED, stated that currently there are 52 zones in New York State and almost every community has contracted with someone to help them with this complicated procedure. Legislator Young said that the Town of Tyrone is in the planning process on this because of the need for the poverty level to be included. What other criteria has to be included? Kelsey explained that the qualifying criteria is a poverty rate of 20%, public assistance rate of 14%, unemployment above the state average, that we do not currently have an empire zone, and that we have no metropolitan areas. Legislator Hastings said she is concerned about where these zones would be located. For years and years the county has worked hard to build tourism, anything done that changes the appearance of Schuyler County could help destroy our tourism success. She has been assured that they would be established around existing industries. She is comfortable with that, but she is concerned. Legislator Young asked what the industries have to give back to the community? Kelsey explained that there has to be an increase in employment, the number of employees, and those are tax credits on the state level. There is a different credit if the business increases employment and takes that person off the public assistance roll. The zone is to be in place for 10 years, but legislation could extend the life of that. There will be a Zone Administration Board appointed by the County Legislature and it has to consist of at least 6 board members and have certain representation. There also has to be a Zone Coordinator to work with the industries which will be funded by the state. Legislator Young asked if the Board has already been tentatively formed? Chairman Gifford said no, the Legislature will have to do that. Kelsey stated that the zone is a tool to keep industries here. One boundary change can be made only once a year by request. This is business oriented, and has no benefit for homes. VOTE: Passed 6-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting adjourned at 1:40 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 13, 2000
The November 13, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance led by Legislator Karius and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. Acting County Attorney Morris and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS: Chairman Gifford announced that there would be five emergency resolutions considered tonight. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: 180 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
David Wood, Maintenance Mechanic for the Buildings and Grounds Department, said he has worked for the county for 13 years. He wanted to know why their union cannot get a contract settled with the county. He noted that a 3.5% salary increase per year is past practice. He makes $10.50 per hour and said a newly hired Laborer at the Highway Department makes $10.28 per hour. David shared certain responsibilities with his job. The union is asking for a 30–35 cent raise. He said to hire someone to do his job would cost a lot more than what he is getting paid. He strongly feels the county employees are saving the county money. The employees do a good job and deserve a raise and a contract. He feels the Legislature should do something to get a contract settled. Robert Bellivigna discussed landlocked property that went to the county tax auction. He feels the county should not put property up for auction before offering it to others. He has invested almost $700 in a lawyer right now to protect his right. He feels the process should change. 7:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 2001: Casey Creamer suggested when the Legislature holds public hearing on salaries that they give the public history on previous salaries for those positions. 7:17 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 12/LOCAL LAW NO. 12 TO ESTABLISH AN EMPIRE ZONE IN CERTAIN AREAS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY, NEW YORK AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGNATION OF SUCH EMPIRE ZONE: Legislator Hastings announced that she must abstain from voting on this local law since she has a family member interested in one of these zones. Casey Creamer asked for a definition of an empire zone and where it would be located. Kelsey Jones, Executive Director of SCOPED, explained that an empire zone is set up by state law to encourage business growth and expansion of current business. There are currently 52 empire zones in the state. This local law would create six new zones. Businesses that want to expand get investment tax credits/reimbursement on the state level. The areas have to meet certain criteria, such as a 20% poverty level, and a 14% Public Assistance rate. The Public Hearing closed at 7:30 p.m. 7:20 P.M. – PRESENTATION BY JONATHAN GILBRALTER FROM CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE Mr. Gilbralter thanked the Legislature for the opportunity to present, for the support always given to the college and the recent support for their capital chargeback increase request. He knows Schuyler County realizes Corning Community College (CCC) is an important resource and he believes it is his responsibility to inform the Legislature how money is being spent and assure them that it is being spent well. He would like to meet with the county more often personally. Mr. Gilbralter reported that the Presidential search is moving along. A 16-person search committee has been developed. The college is working with a search consultant firm. The ad has been in the local papers this past weekend. There have been focus groups, and a search profile has been put together as to qualifications for the next President. Applications are trickling in, interviews are planned for February and they hope to have the new President confirmed by April 1st. One initiative in particular at the college is a Student Success Center. There has been research that shows that when a student comes to a college, the initial contact they make with a significant person encourages the student to remain with that college. A focal point of the success center is to immediately connect study with an academic advisor. The new center has changed the college community. Everyone is focused on this emphasis. There is a change in the culture of CCC to focus attention on each student. This is a historic moment for CCC, 40 years ago CCC was formed. At that time, the instructors recognized the importance of high quality education and now many of them are retired. He hopes to see a bringing together of new high quality instructors to help develop CCC. Soon the 1999/2000 institutional report card will be published. This will give them an overview of how they are performing. It will be provided via paper and the web site. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 181
The Planetarium is a unique facility that is open and the BOCES sixth grade curriculum includes a visit to the planetarium. This is available to the public. They have partnership with the NYS Fire Academy in Montour Falls, and are in the process of certifying an AAS program there. They are offering job readiness training courses, job strategy courses, college reading skills, and computer skills in Watkins Glen High School. They are also developing a winery worker program through the Welfare to Work program. They are looking to get involved with the second round with Welfare to Work funding. Legislator Young asked for a list of services/courses that CCC is aiming at Schuyler County, and asked that this information be displayed on town bulletin boards, as well as other places throughout the county. RESOLUTION NO. 439 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 2, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING, THE OCTOBER 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND THE NOVEMBER 3, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the October 2, 2000 Special Meeting, the October 10, 2000 Regular Meeting and the November 3, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Larison & Young. RESOLUTION NO. 440 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: RE-DESIGNATION OF LOAN COMMITTEE FOR THE CANAL CORRIDOR INITIATIVE GRANT WHEREAS, Resolution No. 437-97 appointed a loan committee for the Canal Corridor Initiative Grant, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Community Development & Natural Resources Committee that the Regional Economic Development & Energy Corporation (REDEC) take over the distribution of the loan funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes REDEC to oversee the distribution of the Canal Corridor Initiative loan funds and that the current loan committee be abolished, effective immediately. VOTE: passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 441 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO PATHWAYS, INC. AGREEMENT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Mental Health Clinic contracts with Pathways, Inc. for the provision of respite services, and WHEREAS, the need exists to increase these services, and funding is available in the year 2000 budget to cover this increase in services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to approve, an amendment to the agreement with Pathways, Inc. for additional respite services for calendar year 2000 in an amount not to exceed $1,500.00, funding available in Mental Health account number 4310.435; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 442 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH AFFILIATED PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, P.C. – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department is in need of additional psychological services and testing for children and youth, and WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 budget to cover these services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to approve, an amendment to the agreement with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, PC, for the provision of psychological services and testing for children and youth, in an amount not to exceed $7,200, effective immediately through December 31, 182 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
2000; funding available in the 2000 Mental Health budget, account number 4310.435; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 443 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO SCHUYLER ARC 2000 AGREEMENT – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the State Office of Mental Health has authorized additional State dollars for a Cost of Living increase in the amount of $2,480 (for a total of $24,480) for Schuyler Arc to provide additional services to the Integrated Supported Employment Program, the following agreement and budget modifications are required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute an amendment to the agreement with Schuyler ARC for an additional $2,480 for a total of $24,480 for the Integrated Supported Employment Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be authorized to approve such amended agreement, subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 2000 County budget as follows: ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT REVENUE State Funds 4322-3490 $2,480 EXPENSES Schuyler ARC 4322.504 $2,480 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 444 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE 2000-2001 GRANT FOR THE EARLY INTERVENTION/CHILD FIND/CSHCN PROGRAM – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Schuyler County’s new Early Intervention/Child Find/CSHCN grant is expected to be $55,318 from 10/1/00 through 9/30/01. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be authorized to execute an agreement with the New York State Department of Health for the aforementioned grant and term, subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000-2001 EI/Child Find/CSHCN budget be established as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION $30,800 4010.100-4071 Personal Service $13,861 4010.400-4071 Contractual Expense $10,657 4010.489-4071 Fringe Benefits $55,318 TOTAL EXPENSES
$55,318 4010-4461-4071 Grant Revenue VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 445 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: APPROVAL OF THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING 2001 ANNUAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT AND NYS COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY PROGRAMS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has established an Office for the Aging in Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging is required to submit an Annual Implementation Plan which includes plans for programs operated by the Office for the Aging, as follows: Title IIIB of the Older American’s Act Titles IIIC1 and IIIC2 of the Older American’s Act PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 183
Title V of the Older American’s Act Title IIIF of the Older American’s Act Title VII of the Older American’s Act The Weatherization Referral & Packaging Program Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program Community Services for the Elderly Program Congregate Services Initiative Program Home Energy Assistance Program Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) NYS Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, and WHEREAS, the plan requires approval by the Schuyler County Legislature before submitting the Plan in 2000, and WHEREAS, the Public Hearing on the Annual Implementation Plan was held on October 6, 2000 at 1:00 P.M., and WHEREAS, no Federal and New York State funding will be available until the plan has been approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and submitted to the NYS Office for the Aging and approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to sign those funding applications necessary to carry out the services provided by the Schuyler County Office for the Aging, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign those contracts and agreements necessary to carry out the services provided by the Schuyler County Office for the Aging upon review by the County Administrator and approval of the contract or agreement by the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 446 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL (WGI) RACEWAY’S CONTRIBUTION TO THE YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau in collaboration with Watkins Glen International has developed a mutually beneficial cleanup program following and during several summer events costing a total of $5,639.71, and WHEREAS, Watkins Glen International Raceway has demonstrated a willingness to support the youth of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Youth Bureau. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature authorizes the acceptance of a contribution of $5639.71 to the Schuyler County Youth Bureau from Watkins Glen International Raceway, equivalent to the Schuyler County Youth Bureau’s investment in programs at the Raceway, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said contribution be allocated to the “Youth Council” line item and follow the same criteria of that of the Triangle Fund’s After School Program funding, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to set up the following account for this program: ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION TOTAL 7310.100-7302 Personal Services $1,426.71 7310.315-7302 Youth Council $4,213.00 7310-2070-7302 Revenue Account $5,639.71 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 447 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ACCEPT RESIGNATION OF YOUTH SERVICES PLANNER AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR DIRECTOR OF YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Youth Services Planner has submitted his resignation effective November 3, 2000, and 184 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee wishes to hire a Youth Bureau Director to take his place. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accepts the resignation of David Sanders as Youth Services Planner, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes immediate advertisement to fill the position of Director of Youth Bureau. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 448 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT RENEWAL WITH YOUTH BUREAU/RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS PROGRAM FOR RENT – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau, including the Runaway and Homeless Program, is interested in relocating their office space to the Rural Urban Center in Montour Falls, and WHEREAS, Watkins Glen International has vacated Suite 301 at the Rural Urban Center. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a lease agreement between Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Youth Bureau/Runaway and Homeless Program for the period of January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001 with a yearly cost of $6,246, subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 449 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT RENEWAL WITH COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR SPACE – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the current lease agreement between Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds and Cornell Cooperative Extension expires on December 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension is desirous to remain at the Rural Urban Center (RUC), however they have requested additional use of an area north of the RUC to use as a demonstration and teaching site for composting, gardening and planting. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract between Schuyler County and Cornell Cooperative Extension for the period of January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001 with a yearly cost of $17,433, subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 450 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY FOR FORESTER – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 426-99 authorized the hiring of a forester and bidding out of all marketable timber in the County-owned forest, and WHEREAS, Empire State Forestry Service has been hired and all timber has been marked and bid, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County will receive revenue in three installments, two payments this year and one next, and WHEREAS, the consultant will be paid 10% of the revenues as agreed in the contract, and WHEREAS, there is no line item in the Buildings and Grounds budget for Professional Fees and Services to pay the forester. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to create budget line item 1620.435 Professional Fees and Services, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $11,114 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Buildings account no. 1620.435 to pay said forester expenses. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 451 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION AND GEO-TECHNICAL EVALUATION – HIGHWAY PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 185
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee agreed to solicit proposals from Professional Service Industries for performance of a subsurface exploration and a geo-technical evaluation for the Salt Storage Facility, and WHEREAS, the proposed fee for the performance of services is determined on a lump sum basis, the lump sum cost being $2,900.00 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature accept the proposal price of $2,900.00 from Professional Service Industries, Inc for the above service, funding available in the 2000 Highway budget, account no. 5020.400; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 452 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR MAINTENANCE – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, funds in Sheriff account no. 3110.444 are almost depleted because of the rising gas costs and because $10,000 was spent from the account in February of 2000 on a new vehicle. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,000 from Jail account no. 3150.401 to Sheriff account no. 3110.444. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 453 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT RENEWAL WITH MOTOROLA – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the Office of Emergency Management has purchased Motorola equipment for the control center, and this equipment needs to be maintained for the safety of the citizens of this County, and WHEREAS, the term of this contract has changed to coincide with the warranty. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign a maintenance contract renewal with Motorola, Inc. to provide maintenance and service for the equipment specified in the contract; 1 console, 3 computers, and 3 monitors and 2 semi-annual preventive maintenance at a cost of $1,029 per month. The contract will have a term of December 1, 2000 to November 30, 2001. This will be paid for from account no. 3689.426; agreement subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 454 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ASSIGNED COUNSEL EXPENSES WHEREAS, the 2000 budget line item for assigned counsel is over-budget by $3,903.41 as of the October Audit, and WHEREAS, there are several more months worth of bills forthcoming and there are no additional funds in the Public Defender’s budget to pay for the same. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Public Defender account no. 1170.435 to pay for assigned counsel expenses as required through fiscal year ending December 31, 2000. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 455 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11/LOCAL LAW NO. 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 2001 WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law regarding setting salaries for certain public officers for 2001 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held November 13, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 11/Local Law No. 13 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and 186 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 11/Local Law No.13 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 11/LOCAL LAW NO. 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2001. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning January 1, 2001. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: Personnel Officer $40,286 Deputy County Clerk $26,003 Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney $26,861 Real Property Tax Agency Director $38,408 Commissioner of Social Services $49,358 County Highway Superintendent $43,478 Deputy County Highway Superintendent $39,327 Undersheriff $41,486 Clerk of the Legislature $34,195 Deputy Clerk of the Legislature $28,579 Confidential Secretary to the County Attorney $29,561 Purchasing Agent $27,479 Deputy County Treasurer $34,883 3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 456A Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 456 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 456 be amended to transfer the funds from County Administrator account no. 1230.100 versus transferring from Contingency account. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 456 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY FOR MOVING EXPENSES FOR COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1999 authorized the County Administrator position to receive reimbursement for moving expenses as part of the total compensation package, and WHEREAS, proper invoices have been submitted for reimbursement, however funds are lacking in the appropriate account to pay for the same. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $6,377 from County Administrator account no. 1230.100-Personal Services to account no. 1230.440- Travel Expense for payment of the aforementioned expenses. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 457 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Karius. RE: SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON COUNTY BUDGET FOR 2001 WHEREAS, a public hearing in respect to the 2001 County Budget is required pursuant to County Law Section 359. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing in regard to the 2001 County Budget be held in the Court Room on the second floor of the Court House, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY on Friday, December 8, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 187
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 152 that this resolution shall not be effective unless approved by the affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the total membership of the County Legislature, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, upon approval of this resolution, the Clerk of the Legislature shall give appropriate public notice of said hearing, provide at least one hundred copies of the tentative budget, and otherwise comply with the requirements of County Law Section 359. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 458 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Karius. RE: SET DATES FOR SPECIAL MEETING OF THE LEGISLATURE WHEREAS, any alterations to the tentative budget must be by resolution following the deadline for the Management and Finance Committee report. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Special Meetings of the Schuyler County Legislature be held on November 27, 28, 29, 30 and December 1, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY for the following item of business: $ Allow alterations to the tentative budget for 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be hereby directed to publish appropriate notice of said Special Meetings in the legal newspaper. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 459 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE RESOLUTION TO CORRECT RETIREMENT ERROR FOR TWO EMPLOYEES ON MATERNITY DISABILITY IN 1989/1990 - WHEREAS, two county employees were required to take leave of absence from their employment with the County of Schuyler for purposes of maternity leave and having been denied the use of accrued benefits thereof by showing a break in service from the county for retirement purposes, and WHEREAS, these two county employees desire to receive New York State Retirement System service credit for these periods as is, consistent with existing local policy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to pay all local contribution sums necessary and in accordance with existing policy to the New York State Retirement System to insure proper back credit be given, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Administrator is authorized to sign any authorization, to insure the service credits are received by said employees. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 460A Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: TABLE RESOLUTION NOS. 460 & 461 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution Nos. 460 & 461 be tabled. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 460 RE: ACCEPT TAX AUCTION BID FOR GOODSELL PROPERTY - TABLED WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Treasurer is now holding a tax deed on this certain property which is three or more years delinquent in tax payments, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature had contracted for the auction sale of this property and such sale was conducted on September 23, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature accept, the following bid to wit: BIDDER’S NAME: Joy E. Goodsell BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 4 W. Lamoka Ave. Savona, NY 14879 AMOUNT OF BID: $2,100.00 FORMER OWNER: Secretary of HUD TAX MAP #: 63.-3-10.1 188 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 03-3715-01 LOCATION: Town of Dix, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Attorney is directed to prepare appropriate deeds and documents pertinent to such conveyance within thirty days of this authorization, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to execute such deeds and attending documents and the Schuyler County Treasurer is authorized to deliver such deeds and attending documents upon full payment of the bid purchase price balance to the County of Schuyler. RESOLUTION NO. 461 RE: CREATE TITLE OF COORDINATOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING - TABLED WHEREAS, adequate support of the county computer network and other information technology (IT) systems requires the presence of an individual vested with the responsibility and accountability for maintaining those systems and providing planning and guidance to the information technology program, and WHEREAS, support of IT systems involves a host of duties and responsibilities which extend beyond the performance of central data processing tasks. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the name of county budget code 1680 be changed from Central Data Processing to Information Technology Services, effective January 1, 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Assistant Coordinator of Computer Services be reclassified as Coordinator of Information Technology Services, to be included in salary grade F at an annual salary of $___ pursuant to the recommendation of the Personnel Officer, effective January 1, 2001. RESOLUTION NO. 462 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING CORNELL UNIVERSITY RECONSIDER NEW EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COOPERATIVE EXTENSION AGENTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 153 OF THE COUNTY LAW – RESCINDED MARCH 12, 2001 WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension is a valuable asset to Schuyler County, producing high quality educational programs, and WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension provides a vital link to Cornell University for farmers and others seeking expertise and research on many significant issues, and WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension educators play a vital role in producing the educational programs that meet the needs of our county residents, and WHEREAS, Cornell University is now going to require that its currently-employed educators hold at least a Masters Degree, and WHEREAS, most of the local Cooperative Extension educators do not possess a Masters Degree, and WHEREAS, this requirement would place a hardship on the educators currently employed and also on the budgets of Cornell Cooperative Extension and Schuyler County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature respectfully requests Cornell University to reconsider the requirement of a Masters Degree for its Cooperative Extension educators, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature requests New York State Representatives to encourage Cornell University to reconsider the requirement of a Masters Degree, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be hereby directed to forward certified copies of this resolution to the President of Cornell University, Governor Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, the New York State Association of Counties and the Western New York Inter- County Association. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 463 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 12/LOCAL LAW NO. 12 TO ESTABLISH AN EMPIRE ZONE IN CERTAIN AREAS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY, NEW YORK AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGNATION OF SUCH EMPIRE ZONE PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 189
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law establishing an empire zone in certain areas of Schuyler County was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held November 13, 2000 at 7:15 p.m., and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 12/Local Law No. 12 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 12/Local Law No. 12 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 12/LOCAL LAW NO. 12 OF THE YEAR 2000 BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler is deemed eligible for designation by the State of New York as an empire zone, and whereas the County of Schuyler and the participating municipalities are desirous of establishing a close working relationship to provide enhanced job opportunities for the residents of Schuyler County and whereas the designation of an empire zone would provide greatly enhanced opportunities for job creation, the County of Schuyler as the primary applicant hereby authorizes the application to the State of New York for designation of an empire zone as follows: Section 1: Article 18b of the General Municipal Law has authorized applications by municipalities for designation as empire zones within the meaning of said statute and such designation could greatly benefit the County of Schuyler and other municipalities within Schuyler County in that new businesses would be encouraged to locate in the zone area, existing businesses would be encouraged to expand in the zone area, and new and expanded businesses would generate new jobs for County residents. Section 2: The Schuyler County Legislature is hereby authorized to submit an application for designation of certain areas within the County of Schuyler as an empire zone, the boundaries of which said zone are as set forth in Schedule "A" which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Section 3: The Chairman of the County Legislature is hereby authorized to sign all documents necessary to complete such application. Section 4: This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State as required by municipal home rule law. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young noted the difference between the original local law presented and this revised edition tonight. She asked why the wording relative to establishing a Zoning Board has been removed? Acting County Attorney Morris explained that this local law is to simply approve the making of the application to the state for the particular areas to be looked at for an empire zone. The state will be given an application form with additional information. The local law is to simply approve the process to move forward and the municipalities have to approve it also. Legislator Young asked how the areas were selected? Chairman Gifford said the Town of Tyrone makes the county eligible, the acreage is outside of Tyrone. Acreage can still be added later. Kelsey Jones noted that businesses have to increase employment, and meet other criteria. Twenty five percent of the property has to be under development. The Town of Tyrone is the target zone, the county cannot qualify without it. Legislator Young said she is concerned with the quality of jobs and the number of jobs that benefit the people as well as the county. She sees no mitigating language in this, which concerns her. She would like to see the Comprehensive Plan in place before moving forward with this. She is not anti- development, but concerned with the type of development put in place. Legislator Hastings agreed saying she is concerned with the county growing in ways that it should not. She feels some of the areas would do well with the empire zone, but she is concerned about others that may not. She called Cooperative Extension to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and she feels Cooperative Extension has not been kept in the loop. She feels it is the Legislature’s responsibility to ensure team efforts with these types of endeavors. Legislator Bingell said she went through these parcels to decide who and what was involved. In most cases, there is enormous potential for good year-round employment, not seasonal low paying jobs. She truly thinks Schuyler County 190 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE needs to get their Comprehensive Plan in place as soon as possible, but also feels the county needs this zone. Legislator Marvel said he also supports the need for the Comprehensive Plan and it will not in itself prohibit development, but may limit certain types of development. If we wait for the completion of the Comprehensive Plan, project to be in two years, the county is going to miss a window of opportunity to create this empire zone. There is only a certain amount of time to make this application. This opportunity will not be available in two years. Only the state determines when they will offer this opportunity again. He firmly believes the county needs this zone. The county needs to be ready for economic development opportunities that are coming forth. In order for the county to be competitive, there needs to be something like this zone in place. Legislator Bleiler agreed, now is the opportunity. This zone influences development in particular areas because it provides incentives for businesses to receive tax credits. He also feels this does enhanced controlled development and encourages specific development in specific areas. In the Town of Cayuta, there is a company that employs 100+ and there has been a concern about it closing its doors. He would like to see us provide an opportunity to encourage the business to stay, grow and be competitive. Legislator Larison feels getting jobs is more important than the quality of jobs. Kelsey Jones said it is important to keep in mind that the county needs to keep the businesses in the county and this will help them tremendously. Shepard Niles has had an offer in another state and the county cannot afford to lose them. The Zoning Board will be appointed by the Legislature following state guidelines as to representation. Acting County Attorney Morris said procedurally, it is a practical requirement that the county have an application prepared. Under the law, the Legislature has to approve taking the application forward. The application has to conform with the state law, which is very detailed. In the plan there has to be a description of the properties and the potential for development and how it is going to be administered – the Legislature does not pass on that. The revised local law being considered now requires 2/3 votes to pass. VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstain: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 464 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF “VOICE AND DATA COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT” RESERVE FUND [CLASS RESERVE] BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law, as amended, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby establish a Capital Reserve Fund entitled Voice and Data Communication Equipment Capital account to finance the cost of construction, reconstruction, acquisition or replacement of communication devices and their support equipment to include but not be limited to computers, computer licenses, printers, software, software licenses, monitors, servers, telephones and non-emergency related radio equipment for the purpose of keeping departmental equipment current and compatible with legislative approved departmental depreciation programs and to centralize purchasing procedures in order to take advantage of discounts on larger group or lot acquisitions, and The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby directed to deposit monies of this reserve in a separate bank account to be known as the “Voice and Data Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund, and The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby authorized to invest from time to time, the monies of this fund pursuant to Section 6-f of the General Municipal law, and No other expenditure shall be made from this fund, except upon authorization from this legislative body pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 465 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF “EMERGENCY WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT” RESERVE FUND [TYPE RESERVE] BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law, as amended, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby establish a Capital Reserve Fund entitled Emergency Wireless Communication Equipment Capital account to finance the cost of construction, reconstruction, acquisition or replacement of communication devices and their support equipment to include but not be limited to computers, computer licenses, printers, software, software licenses, monitors, servers, towers, generators and other PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 191 emergency related radio equipment for the purpose of keeping departmental equipment current and compatible with legislative approved departmental depreciation programs. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby directed to deposit monies of this reserve in a separate bank account to be known as the “Emergency Wireless Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby authorized to invest from time to time, the monies of this fund pursuant to Section 6-f of the General Municipal law. No other expenditure shall be made from this fund, except upon authorization from this legislative body pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 466 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF “BREAKWATER” RESERVE FUND BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law, as amended, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby establish a Capital Reserve Fund entitled “Breakwater” to finance the cost of reconstruction to the existing Seneca Lake breakwater structure at the south end of Seneca Lake and for all associated and related expense to replace said wave break barrier. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby directed to deposit monies of this reserve in a separate bank account to be known as the “Breakwater” Reserve Fund. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby authorized to invest from time to time, the monies of this fund pursuant to Section 6-f of the General Municipal law. No other expenditure shall be made from this fund, except upon authorization from this legislative body pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law. Such fund shall in no case exceed $600,000. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she is concerned that the guidelines that were given to them from Steuben County are not included in the resolution. She would pass on it with that information included. Acting County Attorney Morris explained that this resolution just sets the reserve account up. The county will need to review the guidelines and establish long term rules. This is not a permanent resolution. Legislator Bleiler asked for an explanation of Section 6 of General Municipal Law. Acting County Attorney Morris said that General Municipal Law Section 6 relates to guidelines for setting up reserve funds. Legislator Young asked for an explanation of a reserve fund compared to a contingency fund. Acting County Attorney Morris explained that a capital reserve fund is specified for a specific investment and can only be spent on that investment. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 467 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF A “FACILITIES AND GROUNDS” RESERVE FUND BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law, as amended, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby establish a Capital Reserve Fund entitled “Facilities and Grounds” to finance the cost of purchases, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, or maintenance of Schuyler County facilities and grounds to include, but not limited to, parking lots, parks, driveways, structures, buildings, landscapes, trees, and fencing for the purpose of acquiring and maintaining county facilities and county grounds. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby directed to deposit monies of this reserve in a separate bank account to be known as the “Facilities and Grounds” Reserve Fund. The Chief Fiscal Officer is hereby authorized to invest from time to time, the monies of this fund pursuant to Section 6-f of the General Municipal law. No other expenditure shall be made from this fund, except upon authorization from this legislative body pursuant to Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 468 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SPECIAL REVENUE FUND TO BE KNOWN AS THE “ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND” 192 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has listed economic development as a top priority for County government, and WHEREAS, there exists no formal mechanism to provide funding for economic development projects. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to create a special revenue fund to be known as the “Economic Development Fund”, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this fund may receive an annual appropriation through the regular County budget process with a maximum balance of $100,000 plus interest earnings and any State and Federal grants received, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee is authorized to formulate specific policies and procedures for the use of these funds with further approval from the full County Legislature as required. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 469 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE FIVE (5) RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that five (5) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 470 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - COMMUNITY COLLEGES WHEREAS, the Community College contractual line item is overdrawn by $10,217.47 as of the November audit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $10,217.47 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Community Colleges account no. 2490.400. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 471 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR FAX MACHINE – COUNTY CLERK WHEREAS, the County’s Clerk fax machine is inoperable and needs replacement, and WHEREAS, there are funds available in the 2000 budget, which can be used to pay for the cost of said replacement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $150 from County Clerk account no. 1410.431-Office Supplies to account no. 1410.260-Fax Machine. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 472 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL WHEREAS, the Civil Service/Personnel budget line items for advertising and professional fees/services are expended as of the November audit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds from Contingency account no. 1990.5, as follows: AMOUNT INTO ACCOUNT NO. $ 600 1430.402 – Advertising $1,600 1430.435 – Professional Fee/Svcs. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 473 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE REGENTS 2002 BUDGET AND LEGISLATIVE INITIATIVES FOR THE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM WHEREAS, the Regents 2002 Budget and Legislative Initiatives provide recommendations to improve the library services for all New Yorkers, and WHEREAS, some of these recommendations support providing funding for NOVEL (New York Online Virtual Electronic Library), the Urban Library Initiative, expansion of literacy programs, Public Library Districts, libraries serving the disabled, to name a few, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 193
WHEREAS, these initiatives also provide a recommendation to establish a better formula for state aid to libraries to eliminate the grossly uneven levels of support for library services across the state. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby expresses its support of the Regents 2002 Budget and Legislative Initiatives for the Public Library System, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to Governor George Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, the Southern Tier Library System, NYSAC and the Inter-County Association of Western New York. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 474 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURPOSES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE NEW YORK STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES CORPORATION AND THE ISSUANCE OF SAID CORPORATION’S LEASE REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2000 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE WITH THE CORPORATION AND A SUBLEASE WITH THE SCHUYLER COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler, New York, (“County”) desires to ensure that adequate and sufficient office space is available in the County for the purpose of providing programs for the home health and public health agencies within the County, and WHEREAS, New York State Local Government Services corporation (“LGSC”) is a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State and whose purposes are the sale and/or lease of real and/or personal property to state and local governments and the conduct of any and all other activities as shall from time to time be found appropriate in connection with the foregoing and as are lawful under the Not- For-Profit Corporation Law of the State, and WHEREAS, LGSC proposed to issue its Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2000 (the “Bonds”) on behalf of the County for the purpose of financing the costs of (i) constructing a facility to provide office and clinic space for the aforesaid programs (the “Facility”), and (ii) acquiring and installing certain machinery and equipment therein (the “Equipment”) (the Land, the Facility and the Equipment being collectively hereinafter referred to as the “Project Facility”), and WHEREAS, the County desires to lease the Project Facility for the purposes of providing adequate and sufficient office and clinic space for programs for the home health and public health agencies within the county. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the County of Schuyler Legislature, as follows: SECTION 1. The Project Facility will be located within the geographical boundaries of the County. SECTION 2. In connection with providing programs for the home health and public health agencies within the County, the County Legislature hereby approves (i) the purposes and activities of LGSC as the same relate to the construction and installation of the Project Facility and (ii) the issuance of the Bonds for the purpose of financing the costs of the Project Facility. SECTION 3. The form and substance of the lease (the “Prime Lease”) between LGSC and the County whereby the County will lease the Project Facility from the LGSC (in substantially the form presented to this meeting, with such changes as may be approved by the County Attorney) are hereby approved. SECTION 4. The form and substance of the sublease (the “Lease”) between the County and the Schuyler County Community Services Board (“CSB”) whereby the County will lease the Project Facility to CSB (in substantially the form presented to this meeting, with such changes as may be approved by the County Attorney) are hereby approved. SECTION 5. The Chairman of the County Legislature or such other person duly designated by the County Legislature is hereby authorized to execute and deliver the Prime Lease and the Lease and, where necessary, the Clerk of the Legislature or such other person duly designated by the County Legislature is hereby authorized, and directed to affix the seal of the County of Schuyler to said Prime Lease and Lease and to attest to the same. SECTION 6. The Chairman of the County Legislature or such other person duly designated by the County Legislature is hereby authorized and directed for and in the name and on behalf of the County Legislature to do all acts and things required or provided for by the provisions of the Prime Lease and the Lease, to do all acts and things consistent with the provisions of this resolution, and to execute and deliver all such additional 194 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE certificates, instruments and documents and to do all such further acts and things as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the Chairman or such other person duly designated by the County Legislature desirable and proper to effect the purposes of this resolution and to cause compliance by the County with all of the terms, covenants and provisions of the Prime Lease and the Lease. SECTION 7. The execution of the Prime Lease, the Lease or any of the documents or certificates deemed necessary or appropriate to effect the issuance of the bonds and completion of the Project Facility by the Chairman or such other person duly designated by the County Legislature shall constitute conclusive evidence of the approval of such document by the County Legislature. SECTION 8. It is hereby found and determined that all formal actions of the County Legislature concerning and relating to the adoption of this resolution were adopted in an open meeting of the County Legislature and that all deliberations of the County Legislature and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements. SECTION 9. The Chairman is hereby authorized and directed to distribute copies of this resolution and to do such further things or perform such acts as may be necessary or convenient to implement the provisions of this resolution. SECTION 10. If any one or more of the provisions of this resolution, or of any exhibit or attachment hereto, shall be held invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, by final decree of any court of lawful jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof, or of any exhibit or attachment hereto, but this resolution, and exhibits or attachments hereto shall be construed the same as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein, or therein, as the case may be. SECTION 11. This resolution shall take effect immediately after review and approval of bond counsel. DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel expressed concern over the high cost of the project and the fact that it involves renovation of a 4-year old building. He will not support this resolution. He feels they should ask the Director of Public Health/Community Services to re-bid this project. Duane Spilde, Director of Public Health/Community Services, said that the bidders have already been notified of the acceptance of the bids. Legislator Hastings noted that this Legislature had agreed to the building project. Duane added that the company that owns the building does the bonding. Also, in talking to the contractors, even if the economy fell, the bid price would not be lower. The county has already invested some money into this project, specifically between $50-75,000 for architectural design to date. The current project budget estimate is $1,038,000. Acting County Attorney Morris said the decision has been made to move forward with this project and this resolution is stating the project is for a municipal purpose. Legislator Bleiler said he is disappointed to hear that this project is not the Legislature’s. He feels the cost is entirely too much money per square foot. He supports using state funds towards capital projects, but he feels the project simply costs too much and is not a wise decision. Duane feels he has doing what the Legislature asked and has been checking with the Legislature every step of the way. Legislator Bleiler asked at what point could he have said no to this project? Duane said the vote at the November 3rd budget workshop was to proceed and at that point he accepted the bids. No one could predict that circumstances would change that would increase the costs. Duane added that he entered into this project with the understanding that the payment for the engineer’s services would come out of the bond issuance. If the project gets stopped now, he will have to come to the Legislature for money to pay for all the services provided to date. Legislator Hastings called for the question. Legislator Bleiler said he did not realize the vote at the budget meeting was the final vote to accept the bids. Legislator Hastings called for the question again. Legislator Marvel said he has not changed his opposition position on this since the onset. Legislator Hastings cautioned the Legislature to be prepared to pay the consequences if this project gets turned down tonight. There has been an agreement to proceed. She called for the question for a third time. Legislator Larison seconded Legislator Hasting’s call on the question. VOTE: Passed 5-3. (Noes: Bleiler, Marvel & Gifford) NEW BUSINESS: Legislator Young said the county is in receipt of the resignation of the Youth Services Planner. She recommends the appointment of an interim Youth Services Planner. Hazel Raplee has offered to fill that need on a temporary basis. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 195
RESOLUTION NO. 475 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings. RE: AUTHORIZE TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES PLANNER WHEREAS, the Youth Services Planner position has been vacant since November 3, 2000, and WHEREAS, there is a need to fill that position on a temporary basis until a new Youth Bureau Director is hired. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approves the temporary appointment of Hazel Raplee as temporary Youth Services Planner in the Youth Bureau at an hourly rate of $15.05, to work in the office during the period of vacancy, and for a brief period of time with the new Youth Bureau Director. VOTE: Passed 8-0. OLD BUSINESS: None. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings, reporting on the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee, warned the Legislature of the need to transfer from the Contingency account for the District Attorney’s office because of the trial that is currently taking place. There is the need for expert witnesses, etc., and the District Attorney’s budget does not have sufficient funding to cover these expenses. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – 8:53 P.M.: Casey Creamer commented on Empire Zones. He has been in business for several years, and is always looks at programs available to him to assist him with his business. He usually avoids most of them because of the strings attached. He asked if it is a requirement for the towns to have a comprehensive plan in order to get an Empire Zone? Chairman Gifford said it is not a requirement. Hazel Raplee thanked the Legislature for the opportunity to help out in the Youth Bureau office. She asked, as the county looks at a replacement, to postpone the move to the Rural Urban Center until the new person is on board for a few weeks. Public Participation ended at 9:03 p.m. MOTION by Legislator Bingell, to go into Executive Session at 9:03 p.m. to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Hastings. Vote passed 8-0. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 P.M. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 28, 2000
The November 28, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 3:15 P.M. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present except for Legislators Bleiler & Marvel who were excused. Acting County Attorney Morris was excused. James Corl, County Administrator, was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 476 Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Allow Alterations to the Tentative Budget for 2001. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 477 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – DISTRICT ATTORNEY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION +$ 218 1165.100 Personal Services + 2,400 1165.246 Printer + 5,061 1165.207 Computer Workstations 196 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
+ 2,100 1165.247 Computer Monitors + 3,000 1165.207 Computer Laptop + 399 1165.208 Computer Scanner + 795 1165.230 Digital Camera + 900 1165.240 Digital Video Camera + 490 1165.233 Media Reader and Card + 120 1165.240 Tripod + 65 1165.230 Camera Case + 350 1165.240 VCR + 1,000 1165.242 Television + 300 1165.261 Appliance Stand + 200 1165.215 Portable Cassette Player + 2,325 1165.211 Dictaphone Desktop (3) + 1,436 1165.211 Dictaphone Handheld (4) + 770 1165.248 Transcriber Unit + 2,075 1165.201 Safe (Evidence) - 2,012 1165.260 Fax Machine + 500 1165.335 World Wide Web + 175 1165.426 Maintenance of Equipment + 914 1165.431 Office Supplies +33,803 1165-3401 State Aid – Aid to Prosecution VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 478 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – BOARD OF ELECTIONS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$63,490 1450.400 Contractual Expense + 51,784 1450.100 Personal Services + 1,165 1450.207 Computer + 80 1450.278 Computer Software + 200 1450.402 Advertising + 2,000 1450.408 Computer Supplies + 1,300 1450.409 Conference Expense + 500 1450.410 Copier Supplies + 300 1450.417 Custodian + 750 1450.426 Maintenance of Equipment + 500 1450.430 Mileage + 500 1450.431 Office Supplies + 5,000 1450.433 Postage and Freight + 12,000 1450.434 Printing + 6,400 1450.435 Professional Fees/Svcs. + 500 1450.439 Telephone, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that overtime be disallowed in the Board of Elections office effective January 1, 2001 in accordance with the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan as the positions become full-time exempt management positions as of January 1, 2001. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 479 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES - FAILED PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 197
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION +$60,200 6010.100 Personal Services (Children’s Services Caseworker, Medicaid Social Welfare Examiner, Accounting Account Clerk Typist) VOTE: Failed 4-2. Noes: Karius & Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 480 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION +$43,044 6010.100 Personal Services (Children’s Services Caseworker, Medicaid Social Welfare Examiner) - 1,716 6010-3610 State Aid - 9,607 6010-4610 Federal Aid VOTE: Passed 6-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting adjourned at 3:30 P.M. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2000
The December 4, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 12:31 P.M. by Acting Chairman Hastings. All Legislators were present except for Legislators Gifford and Marvel who were excused. Acting County Attorney Morris was excused. James Corl, County Administrator, was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 481 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Allow Alterations to the Tentative Budget for 2001. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 482 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the addition to Social Services accounts for Family Assistance, Child Care and Juvenile Delinquency in an amount which will only reflect a zero percent increase in the tax levy from last year. VOTE: Failed 4-2. Noes: Hastings & Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 483 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION +$ 88,000 6109.400 Family Assistance 198 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
+ 143,000 6119.400 Child Care + 214,000 6123.400 Juvenile Delinquency + 94,000 Various Revenue Accounts VOTE: Failed 2-4. Noes: Bleiler, Larison, Bingell & Young. RESOLUTION NO. 484 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION - $ 10,000 1325.100 Treasurer – Personal Services - 7,500 1430.210 Civil Service – Furniture - 4,000 1355.246 Real Property – Printer - 3,000 8750.566 Cooperative Extension - 10,000 3689.435 Emerg. Mgmt. – Prof. Fees/Svcs. - 28,525 1620.284 Buildings – Vehicle + 63,000 6109.400 Family Assistance + 143,000 6119.400 Child Care + 178,000 6123.400 Juvenile Delinquency + 71,500 6119-4619 Federal Aid – Child Care + 22,500 6123-3623 State Aid – Juvenile Delinquency, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $5,000 of Stop DWI Reserve be added to the appropriated surplus. VOTE: Passed 6-0. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. The Meeting Adjourned at 5:03 P.M. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING DECEMBER 8, 2000
The December 8, 2000 Public Hearing on the 2001 Tentative Budget for Schuyler County was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present except Legislator Larison who was excused. Acting County Attorney Morris and James Corl, County Administrator, were also present. Chairman Gifford introduced the legislators present. He explained that this hearing is for comments only – not a debate or a question and answer session. He then introduced James Corl to give a presentation. Mr. Corl explained that the tentative budget contains $25,919,179 in expenses, and $24,821,000 in revenues with the difference in the two being derived from fund balance. This represents a 14.3% increase in operating costs, and a 12.6% increase in anticipated revenues. An item that has a significant impact on the budget is the tobacco securitization and a chart demonstrating the county’s total authorized debt for the last five years was displayed. Another item with a significant impact on the budget is sales tax revenue. A chart showing the county’s sales tax revenue for the last five years was displayed, followed by a chart showing the payroll costs for the last five years. Mr. Corl noted that the number of employees is projected to grow from 238 to 250 in total employment from 2000 to 2001. A chart demonstrating Federal and State Aid showed a 28% increase in those revenues in the past two years. Pie charts were displayed indicating departmental expenses relative to the overall budget and the impact on the overall budget. Although Health Services makes up the second largest part of the overall budget, they have the least impact on the budget. He gave statistics on a few line items in Social Services and the notable increases in those line items. Mr. Corl concluded by showing charts that presented a five year history on taxable assessed full value, revenues from the property tax levy and the full value of the real property tax rate. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 199
Mr. Corl thanked the people that helped with this effort. He acknowledged the efforts of the County Legislature and the many county employees that have spent many, many hours on this document and that will continue to work on this document. Chairman Gifford opened the hearing up for public comment. Ken Bell said he notices an increase in fees better than a 1000% and wondered about that. He also noted a little reduction in the tax rate, but asked about the 5% tax reduction that was promised last year. Glenda Gephart spoke on behalf of the Youth Board, thanking the Legislature for the change in the way the Runaway and Homeless program is budgeted. They hope to find some greater efficiencies that will benefit the county. Nance Josselyn said on behalf of the Department of Social Services employees, that they are looking for a union contract and hope that it will be very soon. Chairman Gifford thanked the public for coming tonight and thanked everyone involved with the process. He noted that the final budget has to be in place by December 20th pursuant to County Law. Legislator Bleiler added that if anyone has any questions after they leave, to feel free to send a note to the Legislature to his attention and he will try to answer them. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:20 P.M. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 11, 2000
The December 11, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present. Acting County Attorney Morris and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer commented on Resolution No. 501. He was curious as to why the county needed a DTN weather service with today’s hi-tech world. Jim Corl explained that he has seen the system and it allows you to magnify better than the Internet and see portions of Schuyler County up close. Casey said he uses a web site at Cornell University that tracks storms. Paul Fitzsimmons stated that a survey of leading economic indicators reveals something we already knew - that 3% of the population owns and controls our wealth. He said in recent legislation, the Legislature increased the sales tax, opened arms to anti-labor corporations and now is authorizing empire zones for tax relief. At the same time, the Legislature can not come to an agreement with its union in house. He handed out a proposed Resolution that he hopes the Legislature will consider. The Resolution states that Schuyler County will approve only those businesses and industries which have a profit-sharing plan in place for its wage earners. Casey Creamer feels Resolution No. 485 should not be for low-income residents only. Legislator Bingell explained the grant that the Humane Society is receiving for this program and that they asked the county to sponsor this for insurance purposes. Dr. Fielder is holding the clinic in his office. She feels this will help contain the pet population. She also feels the county is blessed that Cornell University and the Humane Society are willing to do this. RESOLUTION NO. 484A Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 13, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of November 13, 2000 Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 485 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AGREEMENT TO SPONSOR A FREE SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC FOR CATS AND DOGS OWNED BY LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY 200 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Humane Society will be holding a free spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs for low-income residents of Schuyler County with support from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Companion Animal Hospital and a grant from PETsMART Charities, for one week during the month of January 2001, and WHEREAS, the Humane Society has requested sponsorship of this event by the County for insurance purposes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves sponsorship of the above referenced clinic to ensure that the Schuyler County Humane Society volunteers be protected under County insurance. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 486 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO 2000 AGREEMENT WITH FLACRA – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has approved additional funding for the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA) and an amendment to the agreement is required. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services to execute and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature to approve the following amendment to the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA); subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney: Revenue 4322-3490 + $7,933 FLACRA 4322.0336 + $7,933, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to amend the 2000 County Budget as set forth above. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 487 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COMPUTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE – MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, there is a need to purchase computer hardware and software programs at the Mental Health Clinic, and WHEREAS, Federal Salary funding is available in the 4310.435-4315 line item in the Mental Health Clinic Budget, which needs to be spent prior to December 31, 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $6,445.00 from Professional Services 4310.435-4315 to Equipment 4310.200-4315 for the purchase of computer hardware and software programs. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 488 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 403-00 – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 403-00 lists the Home Health Therapy Services contracted with Schuyler Hospital due to the Medicare reimbursement methodology, and WHEREAS, there is an addition to the list as follows: Therapeutic Exercises Requiring Large Equipment $39.50 / 15 minutes NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 403-00 be amended to include this additional item. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 489 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOURS FOR ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST IN THE YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Account Clerk Typist in the Youth Bureau currently works 17 hours per week, and WHEREAS, there is a tremendous need for an increase in these hours since the Youth Services Planner resigned November 3, 2000 and there is a temporary Planner in place, and WHEREAS, there are funds available in the 2000 Youth Bureau budget to pay for this increase. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 201
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize an increase in hours for the Account Clerk Typist position in the Youth Bureau from 17 hours per week to 35 hours per week, effective November 16, 2000, for the remainder of the year 2000, there being funds available in the Youth Bureau 7310.100-Personal Services account. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 490 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR FOOD STAMP NUTRITION PROGRAM – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, in July 1997, the Schuyler County Legislature supported the joint application of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Program, and WHEREAS, by letter dated October 10, 2000, Schuyler County was officially notified that the Federal Reimbursable program was approved in the amount of $116,274 ($58,137 local share/$58,137 federal share) for the period October 1, 2000 to September 30, 2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for the Department of Social Services for the New York State’s Foot Stamp Nutrition Education Plan for the period October 1, 2000 through September 30, 2001, funding pending approval in the 2001 year Department of Social Services budget account no. 6010.566; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 491 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND 2000 BUDGET - SOCIAL SERVICES DAY CARE WHEREAS, the State of New York allocated more Day Care funds to Schuyler County than is currently reflected in the 2000 Budget, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Day Care subsidy program has increased in 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget be amended as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $26,000 6055.400 Day Care + $24,000 6055-3655 State Aid - Day Care - $ 2,000 6140.400 Safety Net VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 492 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND 2000 BUDGET - SOCIAL SERVICES STATE TRAINING SCHOOLS WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services received a bill from the State of New York for fifty percent of the cost of a Schuyler County child in a state institution, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services did not budget for this expense. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget be amended as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $7,800 6129.400 State Training Schools - $ 7,800 6140.400 Safety Net VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 493 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND 2000 BUDGET - SOCIAL SERVICES VEHICLE WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has funds available to purchase a four-wheel drive vehicle from its 2000 budget rather than putting it into the 2001 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget be amended as follows: 202 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION + $23,000 6010.204 Car - $10,000 6010.208 Computer Equipment - $13,000 6010.484 Employment Programs VOTE: Passed 5-3. Noes: Marvel, Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 494 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee accepted requests for proposals for elevator repair, maintenance and testing services, and WHEREAS, said requests were received and opened on October 17, 2000, at a Public Works Committee meeting, and WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor recommends acceptance of the lowest quote from Millar Elevator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Millar Elevator for the Buildings and Grounds Department for elevator repair, maintenance, and testing for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2005, funding available in the 2001 Buildings and Grounds budget account no. 1620.490; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 495 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ACCEPT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR FIRE ALARM TESTING AND MAINTENANCE – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee accepted requests for proposals for fire alarm testing/maintenance, and WHEREAS, said requests were received and opened on October 17, 2000, at a Public Works Committee meeting, and WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor recommends acceptance of the lowest quote from CPE Communications. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with CPE Communications for the Buildings and Grounds Department for fire alarm testing/maintenance, for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001, funding available in the 2001 Buildings and Grounds budget account no. 1620.490; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 496 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR UTILITIES AT SENECA HARBOR PARK – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the utilities line item for Seneca Harbor Park has exceeded the anticipated expenditure in the 2000 budget, and WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds in another Buildings and Grounds account to cover said overage. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $500 from Buildings utilities account no. 1620.442 to Seneca Harbor Park utilities account no. 7110.442. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 497 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT EXTENSION FOR JAIBG GRANT – PROBATION DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler was authorized to apply for and accept funding for the Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant (JAIBG) pursuant to Resolution No. 466-98 and authorization was given for the plan to be approved and for the Chairman of the Legislature to sign the application pursuant to Resolution No. 67-99, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 203
WHEREAS, all of the funds in the above grant have not been expended and the State of New York Division of Criminal Justice Services has encouraged asking for an extension in the time permitted to expend such funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Schuyler be authorized to request an extension of the funding for JAIBG funds for the year 1999-2000 to February 28, 2001, and that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to sign said extension request; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 498 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO COVER SHORTAGE IN GAS ACCOUNT – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, funds in the Sheriff’s account no. 3110.444 are almost depleted because of the rising gas costs and because $10,000 was spent from the account in February, 2000 on a new vehicle. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $8,000 from Board Male & Female Prisoners account no. 3150.456 to Car Operation & Expense account no. 3110.444. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 499 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the personnel account in the Schuyler County Jail budget will be deficient by the end of the year 2000 because of an employee being on Worker’s Compensation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $30,000 from the Personnel Services account no. 3110.100 to the Personnel Services account no. 3150.100. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 500 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH MONROE COUNTY – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Jail has contracted in the past with Monroe County to occasionally house pre-trial inmates who are in need of mental health services by reason that they are suicidal or homicidal, and WHEREAS, the term of the contract has changed from a two-year term to a five-year term and needs to be renewed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a five-year contract with the County of Monroe for the Sheriff’s Department for guarding of mentally ill inmates housed at the Rochester Psychiatric Center for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2005, the cost to remain at $110 per day, funding available in the 2001 Sheriff’s budget account no. 3150.456; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 501 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH DTN CORPORATION FOR WEATHER SERVICES – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT - FAILED WHEREAS, there is a need for the Emergency Management Office and the Highway Department to have a Data Transmission Network (DTN) to track storms and bad weather throughout the year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with DTN Corporation for the Emergency Management Department for the term November 1, 2000 through November 1, 2001, in the amount of $1,077, funding available in the 2000 budget account no. 3689.435 and in the 2001 budget account no. 5142.400; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler said he is not aware of the web site that Cornell University has, but he would like to know more about it. He does know that the service offered by DTN is what the county needs. He will be voting for this resolution because it is needed. Legislator Hastings said she will not support this, she feels 204 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE the county can do without it. Legislator Bleiler stated that the system will pay for itself with the cost of overtime for the Highway Department. VOTE: Failed 4-4. Noes: Marvel, Hastings, Young, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 502A Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 502 – FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 502 be amended. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bingell feels that with no union contracts in place and no 5% decrease in the tax levy, the legislators should not receive a raise. Legislator Bleiler agrees about the goal to cut the tax levy by 5%, but does not agree with the union issue. Legislator Larison stated that with the cost of living going up, the legislators work hard and he feels they deserve an increase. Legislator Hastings agrees that this Legislature is the most underpaid in the area, but she has been voting no tonight on other resolutions and she will not support an increase in pay for the Legislators. Legislator Larison stated that the increase is not enough to make a difference in the 2001 budget. Legislator Bingell said it is the principal of the thing, she did not take this job for the salary. Legislator Marvel stated that at the time this increase was discussed the Legislature had met its goal for the 2001 budget. Then it was discovered that they did not have all of the data, he does not feel that is their fault. He still believes that they will still meet their goal. He feels they need to work more. Legislator Hastings called for the question. VOTE: Failed 4-4. Noes: Larison, Marvel, Karius, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 502 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 2001 WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined the salaries for certain public officials for the year 2001, and WHEREAS, County Law Section 201 states that any change in compensation of such officer during his/her term be made only by Local Law subject to the provisions of Section 24 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 13 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on December 27, 2000 at 9:30 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2001. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning January 1, 2001. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: Assistant District Attorney $23,438 Sheriff $49,717 Treasurer $38,184 County Clerk $35,088 County Attorney $43,860 Assistant County Attorney $58,463 Public Defender $40,000 Legislators $ 5,500 3. Local Law Nos. 1 of the Year 1999 and 2 of the Year 2000, which set the salaries of the Chairman of the Legislature, Legislators, County Treasurer, Sheriff, County Clerk and District Attorney, be amended to conform the salaries prospectively set for 2001. 4. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 205
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Bingell, Young. RESOLUTION NO. 503 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: SET DATE - 2000 YEAR END MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the final meeting of the year 2000 for the Schuyler County Legislature be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2000, in the Legislative Chambers at 9:30 A.M. and that appropriate legal notice be published in the official newspaper of the County. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 504 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: SET DATE - 2001 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2001 Organizational Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature shall be held on Tuesday, January 2, 2001 in the Legislative Chambers at 9:30 A.M. and that appropriate legal notice be published in the official newspaper of the County. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 505 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZING DISTRIBUTION OF MORTGAGE TAX RECEIPTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 261 OF THE NEW YORK STATE TAX LAW WHEREAS, the County Clerk and Treasurer have presented their report concerning mortgage tax receipts for the period April 1, 2000 through September 31, 2000, pursuant to Section 261 of the New York State Tax Law, and the same has been apportioned to the various municipalities thereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to pay the respective towns and villages of Schuyler County those amounts listed on Exhibit "A" attached hereto. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 506 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH RSVP FOR MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WHEREAS, several Schuyler County departments utilize the services of RSVP for volunteer drivers for medical transportation needs and for other volunteer services, and WHEREAS, it is desirable to have one contract, which encompasses all county departments versus having separate contracts for each department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with RSVP for volunteer drivers for medical transportation needs and for other volunteer services to be used by various county departments, the only cost being mileage reimbursement, for the term January 1, 2001-December 31, 2001; subject to the review of the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 507 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOURS FOR TYPIST IN THE CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT ON A TEMPORARY BASIS WHEREAS, the Civil Service Clerk position is vacant due to a resignation, and WHEREAS, there is need for temporary relief until that vacancy is filled, and WHEREAS, there is funding available in Civil Service/Personnel account no. 1430.100-Personal Services to cover these additional hours because of the vacancy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves the Typist position hours in the Civil Service/Personnel Department be increased to 28 hours a week until the Civil Service Clerk vacancy is filled. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 508 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY FOR ADVERTISING AND PROFESSIONAL FEES AND SERVICES – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL 206 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
EXHIBIT "A" MORTGAGE TAX DISTRIBUTION AMOUNG TOWNS AND VILLAGES APRIL 1, 2000 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2000
In Assess Out Assess Total Value Total Dbid. Vill. Share Town Share Distribution Percentage Catharine 11,473,561 35,658,479 47,132,040 94,264,080 931.06 6,718.32 7,649.38 12.1717
Cayuta 16,747,031 16,747,031 33,494,062 4,257.75 4,257.75 0.0000
Dix WG 53,053,030 58,186,233 113,058,208 226,116,416 5,164.64 16,670.42 22,012.14 23.4627 Dix MF 1,818,945 177.07 0.8044
Hector 6,613,802 163,670,784 170,284,586 340,569,172 405.75 20,487.78 20,893.53 1.9420
Montour-OD 2,557,408 25,741,426 62,191,587 124,383,174 179.74 6,179.95 8,741.67 2.0561 Montour-MF 33,892,753 2,381.99 27.2487
Orange 21,544,259 21,544,259 43,088,518 6,201.03 6,201.03 0.0000
Reading 8,004,300 63,573,420 71,577,720 143,155,440 790.15 13,341.54 14,131.69 5.5913
Tyrone 86,563,587 86,563,587 173,127,174 7,678.19 7,678.19 0.0000
TOTALS 117,413,799 471,685,219 589,099,018 1,178,198,036 10,030.40 81,534.98 91,565.38 73.2769
APPROVED BY COMMITTEE: /S/ Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr. Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr. /S/ Patricia L. Hastings Patricia L. Hastings /S/ Jerold D. Marvel Jerold D. Marvel /S/ Sharon S. Bingell Sharon S. Bingell PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 207
WHEREAS, the Civil Service/Personnel budget line items for advertising and professional fees/services are expended as of the November audit and further payments will be required through the end of 2000. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds from Contingency account no. 1990.500, as follows: AMOUNT INTO ACCOUNT NO. $2,016 1430.402 - Advertising $10,000 1430.435 – Professional Fees/Services VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 509 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT EQUALIZATION RATES FOR THE APPORTIONMENT OF THE YEAR 2001 COUNTY TAX LEVY – REAL PROPERTY WHEREAS, the State Board of Real Property Services has established the County tax levy pursuant to Title 2 of Article 8 of the Real Property Tax Law, and a certificate of these rates has been received. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the equalization rates for the 2000 assessment roll be adopted and the 2000 County equalization rates for the general levy and apportionment from the State Board of Real Property Services be entered in the minutes as follows: TOWN OF CATHARINE 99.24 TOWN OF CAYUTA 96.01 TOWN OF DIX 80.55 TOWN OF HECTOR 100.10 TOWN OF MONTOUR 99.24 TOWN OF ORANGE 44.44 TOWN OF READING 67.40 TOWN OF TYRONE 103.36 VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 510 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TOWN OF HECTOR DELINQUENT WATER BILLS TO BE CHARGED ON THE JANUARY, 2001, TOWN AND COUNTY TAX BILLS – REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE WHEREAS, certain property owners in the Town of Hector are delinquent in paying their water bills, and WHEREAS, the Town of Hector is desirous of having those delinquent in payment of water bills be charged on the 2001 Town and County tax bill, as per Town Resolution #145, as a separate item for the amount of the arrears. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the delinquent water bills from the Town of Hector, be added to the January, 2001, Town and County tax bills as a separate item for the amount of the arrears, provided by Town Law Article 12, paragraph 198. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 511 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TOWN OF READING DELINQUENT SEWER AND WATER BILLS TO BE CHARGED ON THE JANUARY, 2001, TOWN AND COUNTY TAX BILLS – REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE WHEREAS, certain property owners in the Town of Reading are delinquent in paying their sewer and water bills, and WHEREAS, the Town of Reading is desirous of having those delinquent in payment of sewer and water bills be charged on the 2001 Town and County tax bills as shown on the Town of Reading Resolution #57. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the delinquent sewer and water bills from the Town of Reading, as shown on the attached Resolution of the Town of Reading, be added to the January, 2001, Town and County tax bill as a separate item for the arrears, as provided by Town Law Section 198, subsection 1(k). VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 512 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR OVERTIME EXPENSES – BOARD OF ELECTIONS 208 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Board of Elections has exceeded its budgeted overtime for fiscal year 2000 due to many unforeseen circumstances this year, and WHEREAS, additional money to pay for overtime used at election time and for the necessary work following election is needed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer the following amounts to Overtime account no. 1450.101: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. $ 544 1450.409 – Conference $ 500 1450.426 – Maintenance of Equipment $ 150 1450.430 – Mileage $ 850 1450.433 – Postage
$2,044 TOTAL VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 513 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: APPROVE RECOMMENDATION OF APPEALS COMMITTEE FOR 2001 MANAGEMENT CONFIDENTIAL SALARY OF WATERSHED INSPECTOR AND AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT OF THE MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN WHEREAS, the designated Appeals Committee met and duly considered the facts in evidence regarding the appeal of James Howell, Watershed Inspector, and unanimously recommends the following amendment to the Management/Confidential Salary Plan and the salary adjustments thereby indicated. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the factor rating chart be amended for Watershed Inspector as follows:
Factors I II III IV V VI VII Total Grade
84 105 83 96 59 30 90 547 F , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary for James Howell be $41,692, effective January 1, 2001 as recommended, based on the revision of the factor rating and other evidence considered during the appeal process. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 514 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CATHOLIC CHARITIES FOR THE RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS PROGRAM – YOUTH BUREAU – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, Catholic Charities will be contracting with the Schuyler County Youth Bureau to assume the Runaway and Homeless Program, and WHEREAS, the cost of the contract will be $29,000, and WHEREAS, $21,000 is to be funded by the state and the remaining $8,000 is to be funded from county dollars. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Catholic Charities for the Youth Bureau for the Runaway and Homeless Program for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001, funding available in the 2001 Youth Bureau budget account no. 7310.495; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Marvel. RESOLUTION NO. 515 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A NEW STOVE – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, the gas range and oven at the Office for the Aging has been deemed unsafe by the stove repairman who recently came to calibrate ovens, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 209
WHEREAS, the stove is at least fifty years old and parts are not readily available and even when found are prohibitively expensive, and WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent has received quotes; the lowest quote in the amount of $1,325, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging has no funds available to purchase a new/safe appliance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $1,325 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Office for the Aging equipment account no. 6772.200 for the purchase of a new stove. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 516 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC. - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, Resolution No. 451 authorized a contract with Professional Service Industries for a subsurface exploration and geo-technical evaluation for the Salt Storage Facility, and WHEREAS, said company feels additional deeper soil information along with further complex laboratory testing is needed in order to provide a geo-technical recommendation, and WHEREAS, the proposed fee for the additional service is determined on a lump sum basis, the lump sum cost being $1,704. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature accept the proposal price of $1,704.00 from Professional Service Industries, Inc for the above service, funding available in the 2000 Highway budget, account no. 5020.400; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 517 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO PURCHASE AN INTERNAL PROCESSING UNIT FOR KONICA COPIER – COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE WHEREAS, the County Attorney’s Office prepares numerous documents that must be permanently archived, and WHEREAS, the printers in the County Attorney’s Office are Ink Jet printers, which print deteriorates after a period of time, and WHEREAS, it is possible to purchase an internal processing unit from Eastern Copy Products that will allow a command from the computer to turn the copier into a laser printer so that all necessary documents will be able to be permanently archived, and WHEREAS, said internal processing unit would cost $495 to purchase and the County Attorney’s Office has funds available in its 2000 budget to purchase the same. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Attorney’s Office may purchase an internal processing unit for their copier from Eastern Copy Products at a cost of $495 and that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer said amount from account no. 1420.439 to account no. 1420.208. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 518 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 385-00 – AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF SERVER FOR FINANCIAL SYSTEM – TREASURER’S OFFICE WHEREAS, Resolution No. 385-00 authorized the purchase of a services for the financial system in the Treasurer’s Office, and WHEREAS, the cost was less than anticipated and it was not clear in Resolution No. 385-00 that there would be a balance budgeted for the Agreement in the 2001 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the “Be it Resolved” paragraphs in Resolution No. 385- 00 be amended to read as follows: “NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the required lease agreement for a Dell NT Server for a total of $9,670 to be paid in two annual payments; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and 210 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a Software Upgrade Agreement for the Treasurer’s Office with Cyberscience Corporation at a cost of $1,040 and annual maintenance fee of $208. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $11,360 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to the Treasurer’s accounts as follows: 1325.208 $ 9,994.00 1325.436 $ 1,366.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the balance due for the Dell Lease Agreement of $4,836 be provided for in the 2001 budget.” VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 519 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO PURCHASE COMPUTER AND PRINTER – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Court has the need for a computer and printer and have the funds available in the 2000 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Interim Youth Bureau Director is authorized to purchase said computer and printer, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $1,950.00 from Youth Court account no. 7310.316 to Equipment account no. 7310.208. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 520A Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTIONS 520-523 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 520-523 be tabled. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 520 RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - TABLED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION RESOLUTION NO. 521 RE: ADOPTION OF SCHUYLER COUNTY BUDGET FOR 2001 - TABLED WHEREAS, a notice was published in the official newspaper of the County of Schuyler that a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budget of the County of Schuyler for 2001 would be held at 7:00 P.M. on December 8, 2000, in the upstairs Main Court Room of the Court House, Watkins Glen, NY, and WHEREAS, the above-mentioned Public Hearing was held on December 8, 2000 at said time and place. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Budget for 2001 as presented by the Budget Officer and the Management & Finance Committee of the Legislature, and as revised by the Schuyler County Legislature, to raise $ by tax levy, be adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 522 RE: APPROPRIATE THE SEVERAL AMOUNTS SPECIFIED IN BUDGET IN COLUMN ENTITLED "2001" - TABLED WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature by Resolution No. , dated December 11, 2000, has adopted a budget for fiscal year 2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the several amounts specified in such budget in the column entitled "2001" as amended, be, and the same hereby are, appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, effective January 1, 2001. RESOLUTION NO. 523 RE: 2001 BUDGET OF $ : LEGISLATURE TO DETERMINE TOWN CONTRIBUTION TO COUNTY TAXES AND ISSUE CERTIFICATE TO EACH TOWN - TABLED PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 211
BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to the Real Property Tax Law Section 900, as amended by Chapter 828 of the Laws of 1985, that this Legislature by December 31, 2000, levy the taxes for the County upon the basis of the full valuation of the taxable real property in accordance with Title 2, Article 8, the contribution of each Town to County taxes, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman issue not later than December 31, 2000 the required certificate to the tax collecting officer of each Town stating the total of taxes due from each Town to Schuyler County. RESOLUTION NO. 524 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTION INCREASE FOR MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES, ATTORNEYS AND ELECTED OFFICIALS WHEREAS, the county’s health insurance costs have increased at a more rapid rate than the employee contribution towards health insurance. In fact, there was no increase in employee contribution for health insurance for the year 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, effective January 1, 2001, the employee contribution for health insurance for all management/confidential employees, attorneys and elected officials shall be 12% of the premium cost per bi-weekly pay period. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 525 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young. RE: AUTHORIZE TWO (2) RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) resolutions be brought to the floor. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 526 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - COMMUNITY COLLEGES WHEREAS, the Community College contractual line item is overdrawn by $5,805.00. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $5,805.00 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Community Colleges account no. 2490.400. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 527 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – STATE RETIREMENT ACCOUNT WHEREAS, the State Retirement line item is overdrawn by $3,930. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $3,930 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to State Retirement account no. 9010.901. VOTE: Passed 8-0. NEW BUSINESS: MOTION by Legislator Hastings to hold an all day meeting tomorrow starting at 9:30 a.m. to work on the budget, SECOND by Legislator Marvel. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. Appointment of Board of Elections Commissioners: The respective party legislators unanimously approved the appointment of Joseph P. Leahey as the Democratic Commissioner of Elections and Rexford L. Richards as the Republican Commissioner of Elections. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MOTION by Legislator Hastings to bring Resolution No. 460 off the table, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to bring Resolution No. 461 off the table, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. RESOLUTION NO. 460 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: ACCEPT TAX AUCTION BID FOR GOODSELL PROPERTY WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Treasurer is now holding a tax deed on this certain property which is three or more years delinquent in tax payments, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature had contracted for the auction sale of this property and such sale was conducted on September 23, 2000. 212 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature accept, the following bid to wit: BIDDER’S NAME: Joy E. Goodsell BIDDER’S ADDRESS: 4 W. Lamoka Ave. Savona, NY 14879 AMOUNT OF BID: $2,100.00 FORMER OWNER: Secretary of HUD TAX MAP #: 63.-3-10.1 PARCEL ID NUMBER: 03-3715-01 LOCATION: Town of Dix, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Attorney is directed to prepare appropriate deeds and documents pertinent to such conveyance within thirty days of this authorization, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to execute such deeds and attending documents and the Schuyler County Treasurer is authorized to deliver such deeds and attending documents upon full payment of the bid purchase price balance to the County of Schuyler. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 461 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: CREATE TITLE OF COORDINATOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING – AS AMENDED WHEREAS, adequate support of the county computer network and other information technology (IT) systems requires the presence of an individual vested with the responsibility and accountability for maintaining those systems and providing planning and guidance to the information technology program, and WHEREAS, support of IT systems involves a host of duties and responsibilities which extend beyond the performance of central data processing tasks. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the name of county budget code 1680 be changed from Central Data Processing to Information Technology Services, effective January 1, 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Assistant Coordinator of Computer Services be reclassified as Coordinator of Information Technology Services, to be included in salary grade E at an annual salary of $35,753 pursuant to the recommendation of the Personnel Officer, effective January 1, 2001, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby establishes the department of Information Technology Services under the direction of the Coordinator of Information Technology Services. VOTE: Passed 8-0. REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. She stated that there had been discussion about a fear that our fire academy might be moved out of Schuyler County. She received a letter from the Secretary of State, Alexander Treadwell, and he confirmed that it was just a rumor. Legislator Young reported on a Quality Planning Cooperative that was referred to the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee for further discussion. Legislator Karius reported that Soil & Water Conservation has a new program called “Adopt a Stream”. They are working with local school districts and students on conservation issues. Legislator Larison reported that he attended a conference in Albany regarding Indian Lands Claim. He shared a map and some information that was presented at the meeting. Legislator Bingell reported that there are limited flu vaccines available in the Public Health Office. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer said he would be happy to email the weather web site to Jim Corl tomorrow so that he can look it over. He also suggested that if the county were to purchase the DTN system, they should share the information with the municipalities and have them reimburse the county. The Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 213
SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 14-15, 2000
The December 14, 2000 Special Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 4:11 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present. Acting County Attorney Morris was excused. County Administrator, Jim Corl, was also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 528 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business: 1. Allow Alterations to the Tentative Budget for 2001. 2. Adopt the 2001 Budget. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 529 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – DISTRICT ATTORNEY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION - $ 5,298 1165.100 * Personal Services - 2,075 1165.201 Safe - 8,061 1165.207 Computer Workstations - 399 1165.208 Computer Scanner - 3,761 1165.211 Dictaphone Equipment - 200 1165.215 Portable Cassette Player - 860 1165.230 Digital Camera - 490 1165.233 Media Reader and Card - 1,370 1165.240 Digital Video Camera - 1,000 1165.242 32" TV - 2,700 1165.246 Printer - 2,100 1165.247 Computer Monitors - 770 1165.248 Transcriber Unit - 300 1165.261 Appliance Stand - 250 1165.335 World Wide Web - 175 1165.426 Maintenance of Equipment - 555 1165.431 Office Supplies - 14,500 1165.435 Professional Fees/Services - 685 9030.802 Social Security - 754 9060.807 Hospital & Medical Insurance - $ 46,303 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS - $ 46303 1165/3089 State Aid - Aid to Prosecution * Notation to be made: Balance of Salaries, $5,298, covered by a grant for the period 4/1/00 to 3/31/01 VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 530 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SENECA HARBOR PARK BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$ 5,995 7110-427 Maintenance Supplies 214 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
-$ 2,505 7110.435 Professional Fees/Services -$ 1,500 7110.490 Subcontracts VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. Legislator Bingell entered the meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 531A Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 531 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 531 be amended to change the amount from - $25,850 to - $22,850. DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel feels $3,000 should be put back in the budget. Legislator Bingell agreed. The $3,000 for District I is being taken from the 2000 budget and should not affect next year’s budget. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 531 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – PLANNING – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$22,850 8020.359 Comprehensive Plan DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she will be voting no on this resolution. She feels the money needs to be there. Legislator Bingell feels the Planning Commission can achieve what they need to do with this amount. Legislator Bleiler also feels this amount is sufficient and if additional money is needed it could be found elsewhere. Legislator Young said she is worried about having enough money to complete the studies for water and sewer and GIS. She is afraid that the Legislature is going to nickel and dime this project. Legislator Hastings feels it would be embarrassing for the Legislature to tell Cornell Cooperative Extension the funds were no longer available. She would like to see it remain in the budget for 2001. Legislator Marvel stated that Charlie Fausold gave the Legislature an estimate. He informed them that the Planning Commission could work with $22,850. Legislator Hastings called for the vote. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings, Young. RESOLUTION NO. 532 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – COOPERATIVE EXTENSION BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$13,250 8750.362 Solid Waste Management VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 533 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION +$93,420 6010.552 TANF Services Plan VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 534 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – PUBLIC HEALTH BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$26,250 4010.446 Rent -$19,000 4010.204 Car -$13,388 4010-3401 State Aid VOTE: Passed 8-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 215
RESOLUTION NO. 535A Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 535 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 535 be amended to add “BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature intends to bond this item in the future.” VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 535 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SALT STORAGE FACILITY – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$249,370 5142.200 Equipment (Salt Storage Facility) -$124,685 0002-3589 State Aid, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature intends to bond this item in the future. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 536 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SNOW REMOVAL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$12,000 5142.101 Personal Services – Overtime VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 537 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – RADIOS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$6,000 5130.213 Radio Equipment VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 538 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – TREASURER BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following, subject to the moratorium depicted below: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$35,000 1325.100 Personal Services The moratorium may be lifted by action of the Schuyler County Legislature upon consideration of sales tax revenues should those revenues exceed expectations and therefore, allowing the transfer of monies from the contingency fund to provide for necessary appropriations. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 539A Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTION NO. 539 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 539 be tabled. DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison asked for an explanation. Jim Corl explained that this resolution is cutting the full-time secretary position from both departments. Legislator Bleiler stated that this issue has been discussed. He can not accept this resolution, he will be voting no. He feels this is the one position the county really needs, to make things work. If this resolution passes, he will present an emergency resolution to change the Personal Secretary position in the Legislature to full-time in the Legislative Office. He feels that anybody that has watched this office the last two months, working nights and Saturdays, would know that this position is needed. Legislator Hastings said she would support making the Personal Secretary full-time, she can not support this position. She is concerned about the Administrator’s office succeeding with a new person in that 216 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE office. She feels he needs to utilize the Legislative Office at least for another year. Legislator Bleiler stated that this does not mean the person will be brand new, it may be someone from the Legislative Office or another department within the county. Legislator Marvel said he has listened to Gail and the lessor of the two evils is to not eliminate the position, but go another six months without filling it. Motion by Legislator Marvel to amend Resolution No. 539 to hold off hiring the position for six months, Second by Legislator Bleiler. Legislator Hastings asked what good that will do for the County Attorney’s Office. Bill Weiss said he is not sure how much the position will be reimbursed and he is not sure the revenue was put in the budget. Legislator Bleiler felt the resolution should be tabled until they could receive more clarification. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 539 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following, subject to the moratorium depicted below: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$26,400 1230.100 Personal Services -$13,200 1230-1289 Other Department Fees The moratorium may be lifted by action of the Schuyler County Legislature upon consideration of sales tax revenues should those revenues exceed expectations and therefore, allowing the transfer of monies from the contingency fund to provide for necessary appropriations. DISCUSSION: Motion by Legislator Hastings to bring Resolution No. 539 off the table, Second by Legislator Young. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes. Bill Weiss explained that the revenues for this position were never put in the budget. Legislator Hastings feels the position should still be in the Social Services budget part- time for the County Attorney. Jim Corl explained how the position would work and how it would get reimbursed. This person would have to keep track of how many hours were spent on Social Services work. Legislator Hastings feels the County Attorney will still need a half-time person. She asked Bill how much revenue is available for that. Bill stated that they have reached their cap and there are different funding streams involved. Legislator Bleiler said they have thought about this and reviewed many options. He would like to see this position approved. Legislator Marvel said he withdraws his motion to not hire for six months. Legislator Bleiler said he is not sure what will happen with this position, but feels it should be left in the budget and dealt with later. The Legislature can always refuse to fill the position later on. VOTE: Failed 1-7. Noes: Marvel, Bingell, Young, Karius, Bleiler, Larison, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 540 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$1,500 1230.207 Computer VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 541 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$5,000 9089.310 Payroll Breakage VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 542 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 217
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – OTHER PERFORMING ARTS - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$6,500 7560.400 Arts of the Southern Finger Lakes VOTE: Failed 0-8. Noes: Marvel, Bingell, Hastings, Young, Karius, Bleiler, Larison, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 543 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – HISTORIAN - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$500 7510.100 Personal Services VOTE: Failed 0-8. Noes: Marvel, Bingell, Hastings, Young, Karius, Bleiler, Larison, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 544 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$10,000 1430.435 Professional Fees/Svcs. VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 545 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SHERIFF BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$12,500 3110.100 Personal Services -$ 2,500 3150.201 Shelving VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 546 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – BUDGET BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$250 1340.200 Equipment VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 547 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – COUNTY ATTORNEY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$ 375 1420.206 Chair -$ 350 1420.211 Dictaphone -$1,250 1420.443 Witness Fees/Trial Expense VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 548 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$500 1010.246 Printer 218 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 549 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – PURCHASING BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$1,500 1660.206 Computer VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 550 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$250 1680.206 Chair -$250 1680.210 Desk -$300 1680.260 Fax Machine VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 551 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$400 1355.430 Mileage VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 552A Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 552 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 552 be amended to change the amount from -$14,200 to - $7,100. VOTE: Passed 5-3. Noes: Hastings, Karius, Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 552 Motion by Larison, Second by Young. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – BOARD OF ELECTIONS – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$7,100 1450.100 Personal Services VOTE: Passed 5-3. Noes: Hastings, Karius, Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 553A Motion by Marvel, Second by Young. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 553 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 553 be amended to change the amount from -$10,000 to - $5,000. VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 553 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – PUBLICITY – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$ 5,000 6410.558 Chamber of Commerce VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 554 Motion by Bingell, Second by Hastings. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 219
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – PROBATION BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$ 2,170 3140-3310 State Aid VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 555 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$10,000 6010.208 Computers -$5,000 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 556 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$11,000 6010.400 Contractual -$2,750 6010-3610 State Aid – Administration -$5,500 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Bingell, Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 557 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$3,000 6010.483 Parenting Classes -$1,500 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 558 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$7,500 6010.484 Employment Programs -$1,875 6010-3610 State Aid – Administration -$3,750 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 559 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$11,610 6010.100 Personal Services -$2,902 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration DISCUSSION: Bill Weiss feels this caseworker position should be left in the budget. If not, he will have to remove the school intervention worker because of the increasing number of hot line calls. Legislator Marvel asked if the hiring could be delayed six months. Bill said he needs the position right away. Legislator Marvel 220 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE asked Bill if he could fill this position and not come to committee asking to fill a vacancy he has now. Bill stated that the only other vacancy is the Mobile Work Crew Supervisor. He would like to work with the Personnel Officer on the duties statement for that position and possibly change the title. He could hold off until July to fill that position, even though he would like to start the process and have someone in training. If he had to prioritize, he would fill the caseworker position first. The Mobile Work Crew Supervisor position needs to be approved by Resolution, we could discuss it again then. Legislator Bleiler feels they should leave it in and cross other bridges later. Legislator Marvel said he is flexible in approving this as it stands and hire elsewhere. He thinks we need to hold the line on what they are doing here today. VOTE: Failed 2-6. Noes: Bingell, Hastings, Young, Bleiler, Larison, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 560 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES - FAILED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$2,000 6010.313 Non-Medical Transportation -$1,000 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration VOTE: Failed. 2-6. Noes: Bingell, Hastings, young, Bleiler, Larison, Gifford. RESOLUTION NO. 561 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$30,000 6123.400 Juvenile Delinquency -$15,000 6123-3623 State Aid – Juvenile Delinquency VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison. RESOLUTION NO. 562A Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 562 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 562 be amended as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$20,000 6140.400 Safety Net -$10,000 6140-3640 State Aid – Safety Net VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 562 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – SOCIAL SERVICES – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$20,000 6140.400 Safety Net -$10,000 6140-3640 State Aid – Safety Net VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 563 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 – COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 2001 be altered and modified by the following: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION -$13,200 1230-1289 Other Department Fees VOTE: Passed 8-0. The meeting adjourned at 5:53 p.m. and reconvened at 4:35 p.m. on December 15, 2000. The meeting was called to order at 4:35 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 221
RESOLUTION NO. 564 Motion by Bingell, Second by Larison. RE: ADOPTION OF SCHUYLER COUNTY BUDGET FOR 2001 WHEREAS, a notice was published in the official newspaper of the County of Schuyler that a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budget of the County of Schuyler for 2001 would be held at 7:00 P.M. on December 8, 2000, in the upstairs Main Court Room of the Court House, Watkins Glen, NY, and WHEREAS, the above-mentioned Public Hearing was held on December 8, 2000 at said time and place. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Budget for 2001 as presented by the Budget Officer and the Management & Finance Committee of the Legislature, and as revised by the Schuyler County Legislature, to raise $5,821,027 tax levy, be adopted. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she would like to know what the fund balance is for 2000 and a percentage. Jim Corl said, based on the alterations adopted yesterday, there is a 2.8% tax rate reduction, $9.11 tax rate. Legislator Hastings read a statement for the record. “ I am sorry for my outburst on Wednesday when we were working on the budget. This is a difficult Holiday season for me and my concentration is a little off, plus my patience is limited because of the loss of Lee. Mr. Corl is new to our budget and needed direction and help from the right area. I think he was misdirected. Knowing full well most of you are experts in fulfilling your duties and certainly do not need any direction, at least not from me, right? I have tried for three years to be a team player with this Legislature. I have often suggested the importance of restructure in several areas to save dollars on personnel and not increase employees, you refuse to listen. I asked to leave the District Attorney’s budget in it’s form and even though I am his chairperson you by-passed me. I could not make you understand the probation budget, you blew me off. You excepted cuts from the Sheriff that will haunt you next year. You seem to think putting positions in the budget for half a year will help this year and what about next year when they are here and next year will be full-time with more money. You refused to remove revenues that were not in the Social Services budget at my suggestion. You have moved from a 1998 fund balance of $4,388,768 to a fund balance of $2,585,641 this year. Did you inherit some problems, yes. Can you afford to lose services in children’s care, no. You have had your problems, but I feel we did not always make the right decisions. I tried hard to help as one of the senior legislators. I tried hard to be a team player, but I am tired of sitting on the bench with the knowledge we could do better for this county so therefore, I will be voting no on your budget. And Mr. Chairman and Mr. Bleiler, I hold both of you mostly responsible for my decision. There will be nothing put in your reserve funds at all.” Legislator Bleiler stated that the sales tax permitted them to return to the taxpayers about $600,000 dollars at this point. He is proud of that. He would like to have put more expense in the budget and kept it at a 0% tax increase, it started at 14%. Legislator Marvel said, as the Legislature worked on the budget, we asked that the County Administrator reach a goal and he did. Then he presented to the Legislature things that they needed to act on. We made decisions as a body and not as individuals. We are a group of eight legislators. We made responsible additions back to the budget, and changed Jim’s recommendations. Last Monday night, we asked him to revisit with department heads and he came back with reductions. Again, we suggested to add more in. We ended up with a 2.8% reduction in the tax rate. He feels they owe a debt of gratitude to department heads. He is not satisfied with it, but we are a body and made decisions to do what we did. He is proud of it. He would have liked to see more reductions out of the budget. He holds the whole group responsible. He then acknowledged the department heads in the room and those who could not attend tonight. He also thanked the legislators who worked on this budget. Legislator Young gave an analogy about how each legislator has worked through the budget in their own way. Chairman Gifford feels they worked as a group and worked very hard. He also thanked the County Administrator for his work. We all made cuts that we were not happy with and worked together. He thanked the Legislature for working together and making a group decision. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 565 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell. RE: APPROPRIATE THE SEVERAL AMOUNTS SPECIFIED IN BUDGET IN COLUMN ENTITLED "2001" 222 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature by Resolution No. 564, dated December 15, 2000, has adopted a budget for fiscal year 2001. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the several amounts specified in such budget in the column entitled "2001" as amended, be, and the same hereby are, appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, effective January 1, 2001. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 566 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison. RE: 2001 BUDGET OF $25,299,384 LEGISLATURE TO DETERMINE TOWN CONTRIBUTION TO COUNTY TAXES AND ISSUE CERTIFICATE TO EACH TOWN BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to the Real Property Tax Law Section 900, as amended by Chapter 828 of the Laws of 1985, that this Legislature by December 31, 2000, levy the taxes for the County upon the basis of the full valuation of the taxable real property in accordance with Title 2, Article 8, the contribution of each Town to County taxes, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman issue not later than December 31, 2000 the required certificate to the tax collecting officer of each Town stating the total of taxes due from each Town to Schuyler County. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Bill Weiss, Commissioner of Social Services, thanked the Legislature for their support pertaining to his department. Casey Creamer said the budget seems to be a pretty major part of the County Administrator’s job. He asked the Legislature how they feel about his progress to date? Jim Corl, County Administrator, said the budget preparation is not the toughest part of job, the toughest part of the job will be having the departments live with their budgets. Chairman Gifford feels, given the time and charge, he did a fantastic job. Legislator Larison said the county needed Jim Corl because he has a way of dealing with people that brings out the best in them. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, gave credit to the Clerk of the Legislature for all of her hard work. Legislator Hastings feels the Treasurer should have been more involved with the budget process. The Treasurer said she was given space to deal with other pressing issues. Sue Brill said she is impressed with the County Administrator’s affect on relations so far. The meeting adjourned at 5:21 p.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
ANNUAL BUDGET OF 2001 Budget of Schuyler County for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2001 Tentative Budget - Filed December 8, 2000 Adopted December 14, 2000 NANCY A. PETERS, BUDGET OFFICER
LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS: A1010.1 Personal Service 129,003.00 A1010.2 Equipment 1,500.00 A1010.4 Contractual Expense 50,923.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 181,426.00
LEGISLATURE REVENUES: 1010-1081 Other Payments In Lieu of Taxes 80,000.00 1010-1110 State Admin. Sales and Use Tax 4,100,000.00 1010-2410 Rent 1,000.00 1010-2690 Other Compensation for Loss 36,000.00 1010-2720 Off Track Betting 22,500.00 1010-4089 Federal Aid - Other (Entitlement Land) 6,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 4,245,500.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 223
DISTRICT ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS: A1165.1 Personal Service 164,801.00 A1165.1 Equipment 1,712.00 A1165.4 Contractual Expense 48,464.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 214,977.00
DISTRICT ATTORNEY REVENUES A1165.3 DA Salary Reimbursement 61,800.00 A1165.3 State Aid – Aid to Prosecution 37,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 99,300.00
PUBLIC DEFENDER APPROPRIATIONS: A1170.1 Personal Service 61,500.00 A1170.2 Equipment 500.00 A1170.4 Contractual Expense 56,239.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 118,239.00
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE APPROPRIATIONS: A1180.4 Contractual Expense 500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
CORONERS APPROPRIATIONS: A1185.4 Contractual Expense 10,610.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,610.00
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR APPROPRIATIONS: A1230.1 Personal Services 91,400.00 A1230.2 Equipment 1,000.00 A1230.4 Contractual Expense 4,525.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 96,925.00
COUNTY TREASURER APPROPRIATIONS: A1325.1 Personal Service 112,235.00 A1325.2 Equipment 5336.00 A1325.4 Contractual Expense 92,475.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 210,046.00
COUNTY TREASURER REVENUES: 1325-1090 Interest and Penalties on Taxes 275,000.00 1325-1091 Penalties on Special Assessments 18,000.00 1325-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 8,000.00 1325-2401 Interest on Investments 250,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 551,000.00
BUDGET OFFICER APPROPRIATIONS: A1340.1 Personal Service 0.00 A1340.2 Equipment - Other 0.00 A1340.4 Contractual 1,350.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,350.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS: A1355.1 Personal Service 82,621.00 A1355.2 Equipment 4,200.00 A1355.4 Contractual Expense 34,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 121,621.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE REVENUES: 1355-2201 Tax Assessment Service 32,750.00 1355-3040 Tax Maps and Assessments 3,250.00 224 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
TOTAL REVENUES 36,000.00 TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE APPROPRIATIONS: A1362.4 Contractual Expense 3,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,500.00
TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE REVENUES: 1362-1235 Charges - Tax Advertising and Expense 3,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 3,500.00
PROPERTY ACQUIRED FOR TAXES APPROPRIATIONS: A1364.4 Contractual Expense 25,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 25,000.00
PROPERTY ACQUIRED FOR TAXES REVENUES: 1364-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 25,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 25,000.00
COUNTY CLERK APPROPRIATIONS (INCLUDES MOTOR VEHICLE): A1410.1 Personal Service 140,218.00 A1410.2 Equipment 1,800.00 A1410.4 Contractual Expense 22,850.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 164,868.00
COUNTY CLERK REVENUES: 1410-1255 County Clerk Fees 200,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 200,000.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS: A1420.1 Personal Service 184,911.00 A1420.2 Equipment 3,000.00 A1420.4 Contractual Expense 18,075.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 205,986.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY REVENUES: 1420-1265 Attorney Fees 173,994.00 TOTAL REVENUES 173,994.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL APPROPRIATIONS: A1430.1 Personal Service 117,299.00 A1430.2 Equipment 3,739.00 A1430.4 Contractual Expense 52,650.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 173,688.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL REVENUES: 1430-1260 Personnel Fees 2,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,000.00
ELECTIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A1450.1 Personal Service 44,684.00 A1450.2 Equipment 1,245.00 A1450.4 Contractual Expense 29,950.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,879.00
ELECTIONS REVENUES: 1450-2215 Election Services 500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 500.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A1460.1 Personal Service 18,489.00 A1460.4 Contractual Expense 1,030.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 225
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 19,519.00 RECORDS MANAGEMENT REVENUES: 1460-1289 Other General Government Department Income 5,750.00 TOTAL REVENUES 5,750.00
CENTRAL SERVICES APPROPRIATIONS: A1610.2 Equipment 4,700.00 A1610.4 Contractual 66,900.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 71,600.00
CENTRAL SERVICES REVENUES: 1610-1270 Shared Services Charges 71,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES 71,600.00
BUILDINGS APPROPRIATIONS: A1620.1 Personal Service 218,625.00 A1620.2 Equipment 2,500.00 A1620.4 Contractual Expense 143,247.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 364,372.00
BUILDINGS REVENUES: 1620-1270 Shared Services Charges 100.00 1620-1289 Other General Governmental Income 17,373.00 1620-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 38,865.00 1620-2652 Sale of Timber 55,567.00 1620-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 500.00 1620-3021 Court Facilities Aid 28,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES: 140,405.00
GROUNDS APPROPRIATIONS: A1622.2 Equipment 680.00 A1622.4 Contractual 8,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 8,680.00
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT APPROPRIATIONS: A1630.4 Contractual Expense 5,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,500.00
STOREROOM APPROPRIATIONS: A1660.1 Personal Service 27,479.00 A1660.2 Equipment 0.00 A1660.4 Contractual Expense 2,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 29,979.00
CENTRAL STOREROOM REVENUES: 1660-2770 Unclassified Revenues 1,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,600.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING APPROPRIATIONS: A1680.1 Personal Service 35,753.00 A1680.2 Equipment 3,250.00 A1680.4 Contractual Expense 31,530.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 70,533.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING REVENUES: 1680-1289 Other General Governmental Income - Training 12,750.00 TOTAL REVENUES 12,750.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A1910.4 Contractual 145,802.00 226 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 145,802.00 UNALLOCATED INSURANCE REVENUES: 1910-2680 Insurance Recoveries 35,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION DUES APPROPRIATIONS: A1920.4 Contractual 2,905.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,905.00
JUDGMENTS & CLAIMS APPROPRIATIONS: 1930.4 Contractual 4,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 4,800.00
TAXES & ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY APPROPRIATIONS: A1950.4 Contractual 255.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 255.00
CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT APPROPRIATIONS: A1990.5 Contingencies 320,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 320,000.00
COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION APPROPRIATIONS: A2490.4 Contractual 550,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 550,000.00 COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION REVENUES: 2490.2701 Refunds of Prior Years 5,250.00 TOTAL REVENUES 5,250.00
EDUCATION - HANDICAPPED CHILDREN APPROPRIATIONS: A2960.4 Contractual 458,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 458,400.00
EDUCATION - HANDICAPPED CHILDREN REVENUES: 2960-1689 Other Health Department Income 0.00 2960-3277 Education - Handicapped Children 278,160.00 TOTAL REVENUES 278,160.00
EDUCATION - MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP APPROPRIATIONS: A2980.4 Contractual Expense 300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 300.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A3020.4 Contractual Expense 26,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,400.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS REVENUES: 3020-1140 Emergency Telephone Surcharge 35,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
SHERIFF APPROPRIATIONS: A3110.1 Personal Service 505,304.00 A3110.2 Equipment 44,900.00 A3110.4 Contractual Expense 283,550.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 833,754.00
SHERIFF REVENUES: 3110-1510 Sheriff Fees 139,000.00 3110-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 170,000.00 3110-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 2,000.00 3110.3401 State Aid – Public Health 25,000.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 227
TOTAL REVENUES 336,000.00
NAVIGATION APPROPRIATIONS: A3111.1 Personal Service 15,000.00 A3111.2 Equipment 5,000.00 A3111.4 Contractual Expense 2,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 22,400.00
NAVIGATION REVENUES: 3111-3315 State Aid - Navigation Law Enforcement 16,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 16,000.00
HECTOR LAND PATROL APPROPRIATIONS: A3112.1 Personal Service 2,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,500.00
HECTOR LAND PATROL REVENUES: 3112-4080 Federal Aid - Hector Land Use Area 2,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,500.00
PROBATION APPROPRIATIONS: A3140.1 Personal Service 179,308.00 A3140.2 Equipment 2,100.00 A3140.4 Contractual Expense 25,700.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 207,108.00
PROBATION REVENUES: 3140.1289 Other – DWI Fees 1,800.00 3140-1580 Restitution 1,500.00 3140-1589 Other (Investigation Fees) 4,000.00 3140-2610 Fines and Forfeited Bail 200.00 3140-3310 State Aid - Probation Services 62,298.00 TOTAL REVENUES 69,798.00
JAIL APPROPRIATIONS: A3150.1 Personal Service 717,788.00 A3150.2 Equipment 8,500.00 A3150.4 Contractual Expenses 167,500.00 A3150.6 Lease/Purchase 2,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 896,288.00
JAIL REVENUES: 3150-1512 Board of Prisoners - Other Munic. 70,000.00 3150-2650 Sale of Scrap & Excess Material 0.00 3150-3316 State Aid - Board of Prisoners 70,000.00 3150-3330 State Aid - Unified Court Budget 47,000.00 3150-4389 Other Breakfast/Lunch Program 3,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 190,000.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS: A3310.4 Contractual Expense 50.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50.00
STOP D.W.I. APPROPRIATIONS: A3315.1 Personal Service 33,970.00 A3315.2 Equipment 7,000.00 A3315.4 Contractual Expense 24,037.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 65,007.00
228 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
STOP D.W.I. REVENUES: 3315-2615 Stop D.W.I. Fines 50,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 50,000.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL APPROPRIATIONS: A3412.4 Contractual Expense 23,643.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,643.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL REVENUES: 3412-1588 Bureau of Fire - EMS Books 0.00 3412-3489 Other Health - EMS 20,375.00 TOTAL REVENUES 20,375.00
CONTROL OF DOGS APPROPRIATIONS: A3510.1 Personal Service 39,838.00 A3510.2 Equipment 1,000.00 A3510.4 Contractual Expense 15,700.00 A3510.6 Lease/Purchase 4,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 60,538.00
DOG CONTROL REVENUES: 3510-1550 Public Pound Charges and Control Fees 1,000.00 3510-2268 Dog Control Services 18,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 19,000.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A3689.1 Personal Service 61,735.00 A3689.2 Equipment 2,500.00 A3689.4 Contractual Expense 134,734.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 198,969.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REVENUES: 3689-1587 Bureau of Fire - Life Safety 5,000.00 3689-4305 Federal - Surplus 5,000.00 3689-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 40,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 50,000.00
PUBLIC HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS: A4010.1 Personal Service 493,047.00 A4010.2 Equipment 13,000.00 A4010.4 Contractual Expense 561,563.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,067,610.00
PUBLIC HEALTH REVENUES: 4010-1610 Home Nursing Charges 700,000.00 4010-1611 Office for the Aging 20,000.00 4010-3401 State Aid - Public Health 315,527.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,035,527.00
RABIES CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS: A4042.4 Contractual Expenses 20,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
RABIES REVENUES: 4042-3401 State Aid - Rabies 20,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 20,000.00
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED APPROPRIATIONS: A4046.4 Contractual Expense 15,600.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 229
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,600.00
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED REVENUES: 4046-3446 State Aid - Handicapped Children 8,100.00 TOTAL REVENUES 8,100.00
WATERSHED APPROPRIATIONS: A4050.1 Personal Service 76,526.00 A4050.2 Equipment 2,000.00 A4050.4 Contractual Expense 32,426.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 110,952.00
WATERSHED REVENUES: 4050-1609 Watershed Revenues 40,000.00 4050-3403 State Aid - Watershed 78,036.00 TOTAL REVENUES 118,036.00
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS: A4054.1 Personal Service 6,000.00 A4054.4 Contractual Expense 174,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 180,000.00
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM REVENUES: 4054-1621 Early Intervention Service Fee 108,000.00 4054-3449 State Aid - Early Intervention 36,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 144,000.00
MENTAL HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS: A4310.1 Personal Service 731,291.00 A4310.2 Equipment 8,400.00 A4310.4 Contractual Expense 785,082.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,524,773.00
MENTAL HEALTH REVENUES: 4310-1620 Mental Health Fees 816,102.00 4310-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 865,579.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,681,681.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS: A4322.3 Contractual Expense 495,372.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 495,372.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES REVENUES: 4322-1625 Mental Health Contribution from Private Agencies 21,339.00 4322-1689 Other Health Department Income 13,667.00 4322-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 153,944.00 4322-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 243,640.00 4322-4490 Federal Aid - Mental Health 55,759.00 TOTAL REVENUES 488,349.00
BUS OPERATIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A5630.4 Contractual Expense 134,952.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 134,952.00
BUS OPERATIONS REVENUES: 5630-3594 State Aid - Bus and Other Mass Transportation 92,520.00 5630-4089 Federal Aid - Other Transportation 30,900.00 TOTAL REVENUES 123,420.00
230 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS: A6010.1 Personal Service 1,162,664.00 A6010.2 Equipment 25,200.00 A6010.4 Contractual Expense 718,977.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,906,841.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION REVENUES: 6010-1810 Repay of Administration 5,000.00 6010-3610 State Aid - Administration 499,563.00 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration 1,246,962.00 6010-4611 Federal Aid - Food Stamps 70,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,821,525.00
DAY CARE APPROPRIATIONS: A6055.4 Contractual Expense 400,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 400,000.00
DAY CARE REVENUES: 6055-3655 State Aid - Day Care 380,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 380,000.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS APPROPRIATIONS: A6070.4 Contractual Expense 49,300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 49,300.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS REVENUES: 6070-4670 Federal Aid - Purchase of Services 30,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 30,000.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6101.4 Contractual Expense 300,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 300,000.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6101-1801 Repay of Medical Assistance 150,000.00 6101-3601 State Aid - Medical Assistance 10,000.00 6101-4601 Federal Aid - Medical Assistance 50,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 210,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6102.4 Contractual Expense 2,600,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,600,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6102-3602 State Aid - Mentally Disabled 470,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 470,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) APPROPRIATIONS: A6106.4 Contractual Expense 1,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) REVENUES: 6106-3606 Special Needs (Adult/Family Homes) 1,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,000.00
FAMILY ASSISTANCE: A6109.4 Contractual Expense 733,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 733,000.00
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 231
FAMILY REVENUES: 6109-1809 Repay of Aid – Family Assistance 60,000.00 6109-1811 Child Support, Incentive Payment 15,060.00 6109-3609 State Aid – Family Assistance 134,000.00 6109-4609 Federal Aid – Family Assistance 335,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 544,060.00
CHILD CARE APPROPRIATIONS: A6119.4 Contractual Expense 556,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 556,000.00
CHILD CARE REVENUES: 6119-1819 Repayment of Child Care 3,000.00 6119-3619 State Aid - Child Care 116,000.00 6119-4619 Federal Aid - Child Care 265,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 384,500.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY APPROPRIATIONS: A6123.4 Contractual Expense 163,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 163,000.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY REVENUES: 6123-1823 Repay of Juvenile Delinquent Care 5,000.00 6123-3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency 12,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 17,500.00
STATE TRAINING SCHOOL: 6129.400 Contractual Expense 75,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,000.00
SAFETY NET 6140.400 Contractual Expense 180,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 180,000.00
SAFETY NET 6140.1840 Repay of Safety Net 30,000.00 6140.3640 State Aid – Safety Net 70,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 100,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6141.4 Contractual Expense 450,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 450,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6141-1841 Repay of Energy Assistance 10,000.00 6141-4641 Federal Aid - HEAP Program 440,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 450,000.00
EMERGENCY AID FOR ADULTS APPROPRIATIONS: A6142.4 Contractual Expense 3,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,000.00
EMERGENCY AID FOR ADULTS REVENUES: 6142-3642 State Aid - Emergency Aid for Adults 1,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,500.00
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS: A6310.4 Contractual Expense 3,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,800.00 232 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
PUBLICITY APPROPRIATIONS: A6410.4 Contractual Expense 159,300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 159,300.00
PUBLICITY REVENUES: 6410-1113 Tax on Hotel Room Occupancy 62,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 62,000.00
VETERAN SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS: A6510.1 Personal Service 15,080.00 A6510.2 Equipment 150.00 A6510.4 Contractual Expense 3,970.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 19,200.00
VETERAN SERVICE REVENUES: 6510-3710 Veterans Service Agencies 5,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 5,000.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES APPROPRIATIONS: A6610.1 Personal Service 11,310.00 A6610.2 Equipment 200.00 A6610.4 Contractual Expense 1,593.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 13,103.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES REVENUES: 6610-3789 Other Economic Assistance and Opportunity 1,794.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,794.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING APPROPRIATIONS: A6772.1 Personal Service 280,694.00 A6772.2 Equipment 5,000.00 A6772.4 Contractual Expense 309,550.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 595,244.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING REVENUES: 6772-1972 Programs for Aging 75,000.00 6772-3772 State Aid - Programs for Aging 253,000.00 6772-4772 Federal Aid - Programs for Aging 215,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 543,000.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A6989.4 Contractual Expense (SCIDA) 5,000.00 A6989.4 Contractual Expense 125,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 130,000.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT REVENUES: 6989-2389 Other Home & Community Service 35,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 35,500.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK APPROPRIATIONS: A7110.1 Personal Service 19,352.00 A7110.4 Contractual Expense 8,165.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 27,517.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK REVENUES: 7110-2089 Other Culture and Recreation Departmental Income 2,400.00 7110-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 5,580.00 7110-2705 Gifts and Donations 500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 8,480.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 233
YOUTH PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS: A7310.1 Personal Service 108,098.00 A7310.2 Equipment 2,500.00 A7310.4 Contractual Expense 74,681.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 185,279.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS REVENUES: 7310-3820 State Aid - Youth Programs 82,561.00 7310-4820 Youth Programs 66,400.00 TOTAL REVENUES 148,961.00
LIBRARY APPROPRIATIONS: A7410.4 Contractual Expense 1,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,000.00
HISTORIAN APPROPRIATIONS: A7510.1 Personal Service 1,500.00 A7510.4 Contractual Expense 0.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,500.00
OTHER PERFORMING ARTS APPROPRIATIONS: A7560.4 Contractual 6,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 6,500.00
PLANNING APPROPRIATIONS: A8020.4 Contractual Expense 97,180.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 97,180.00
REFUSE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL APPROPRIATIONS: A8160.4 Contractual Expense 3,250.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,250.00
COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION - EMC APPROPRIATIONS: A8510.3 Contractual Expense 600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 600.00
CONSERVATION PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS: A8710.3 Contractual Expense 94,455.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 94,455.00
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION APPROPRIATIONS: A8750.4 Contractual Expense 212,280.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 212,280.00
ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND APPROPRIATIONS: A8830.4 Contractual Expense 600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 600.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A9010.8 Fringe Benefits 75,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,000.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: A9030.8 Fringe Benefits 422,115.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 422,115.00
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9050.8 Fringe Benefits 15,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00 234 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9055.8 Fringe Benefits 26,910.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,910.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9060.8 Fringe Benefits 1,445,721.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,445,721.00
OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS A9089.8 Fringe Benefits 750.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 750.00
TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD FUND: A9522.9 Transfers 1,352,884.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD 1,352,884.00
TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY FUND: A9524.9 Transfers 244,822.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY 244,822.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS: A9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 30,000.00 A9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 25,310.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 55,310.00
TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: A9950.9 Transfers 197,215.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS 197,215.00
BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES A9730.7 Debt Service 4,021.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 4,021.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS: D5010.1 Personal Service 118,585.00 D5010.2 Equipment 1,850.00 D5010.4 Contractual Expense 11,200.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 131,635.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION REVENUES: 0002-2401 Interest on Investments 1,400.00 0002-2620 Forfeiture of Deposits 400.00 0002-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 1,000.00 0002-2680 Insurance Recoveries 1,000.00 0002-2701 Refunds of Prior Years Expenditures 500.00 0002-2770 Unclassified Revenues 0.00 0002-3501 Consolidated Highway Aid 573,739.00 0002-3589 State Aid Other Transportation 213,200.00 0002-4597 Federal Aid - Other Transportation - Capital Project 86,400.00 0002-5031 Interfund Transfers 1,352,884.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,230,523.00
ENGINEERING APPROPRIATIONS: D5020.4 Contractual Expense 153,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 153,100.00
MAINTENANCE OF ROADS APPROPRIATIONS: D5110.1 Personal Service 322,289.00 D5110.4 Contractual Expense 453,900.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 235
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 776,189.00 PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS APPROPRIATIONS: D5112.5 Reconstruction CR 14 384,000.00 D5112.5 Reconstruction CR 15 167,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 551,000.00
BRIDGES APPROPRIATIONS: D5120.3 Materials, Membrane, Concrete 18,000.00 D5120.3 Overpass 49,000.00 D5120.3 CR#4 – Culvert 14,000.00 D5120.4 Other Contractual 15,000.00 D5120.5 CR#14 Bridge 121,000.00 D5120.5 CR#6 – Culvert 14,000.00 D5120.5 CR#15 – Culvert 5,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 236,000.00
SNOW REMOVAL APPROPRIATIONS: D5142.1 Personal Service 85,996.00 D5142.4 Contractual Expense 109,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 195,496.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 3,825.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,825.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 43,638.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 43,638.00
WORKER=S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS: D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 37,445.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 37,445.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 2,346.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,346.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 134,780.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 134,780.00
BOND ANTICIPATED NOTES: D9730.7 Debt Service - Interest 30,320.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 30,320.00
MACHINERY FUND APPROPRIATIONS: D5130.1 Personal Service 86,923.00 D5130.2 Equipment 54,100.00 D5130.4 Contractual Expense 244,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 385,823.00
MACHINERY REVENUES: 0003-1789 Other Transportation - Dept. Income 9,000.00 0003-2300 Services Other Governments 196,000.00 0003-2401 Interest on Investments 1,000.00 0003-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 1,000.00 0003-2665 Sales of Equipment 8,000.00 0003-2801 Interfund Revenues 180,000.00 0003-5031 Interfund Transfers 244,822.00 TOTAL REVENUES 639,822.00 236 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
SHARED FUEL FACILITY APPROPRIATIONS: D5131.1 Personal Service 5,200.00 D5131.4 Contractual Expense 199,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 205,000.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 612.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 612.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 7,411.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 7,411.00
WORKER=S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS: D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 5,796.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,796.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 414.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 414.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 26,565.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,565.00
BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES: D9730.6 Debt Service - Principal 11,350.00 D9730.7 Debt Service – Interest 9,766.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 21,116.00 ********************************************************************************************************** State and Rev. Attr. Rev. not Attr. Appropriations Federal Aid To Function To Function
Legislative Board 181,426.00 6,000.00 4,239,500.00 Judicial 344,626.00 99,300.00 Executive 96,925.00 Finance 361,517.00 3,250.00 612,250.00 Staff 639,940.00 382,244.00 Shared Services 545,164.00 28,000.00 198,355.00 Special Items 479,262.00 35,000.00 Education 1,008,700.00 278,160.00 5,250.00 Public Safety 2,336,657.00 251,173.00 537,500.00 Public Health 3,414,307.00 1,622,641.00 1,873,052.00 Transportation 134,952.00 123,420.00 Social Services 7,417,141.00 4,132,025.00 278,060.00 Economic Programs 325,403.00 6,794.00 97,500.00 Programs for Aging 595,244.00 468,000.00 75,000.00 Youth Programs 185,279.00 148,961.00 County General 444,882.00 8,480.00 Undistributed 1,985,496.00 Interfund Transfers 1,794,921.00 Debt Service (General) 59,331.00 Co. Road Maint. 1,478,454.00 86,339.00 4,300.00 1,322,564.00 Co. Road Perm Imp. 787,000.00 787,000.00 30,320.00 Debt Service (Co. Road) 30,320.00 117,845.00 Machinery 631,621.00 395,000.00 223,706.00 Debt Service (Machinery) 21,116.00 21,116.00 Reserve for Uncoll. Taxes
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 237
TOTAL 25,299,384.00 8,041,063.00 8,741,491.00 1,597,706.00
Estimated Revenues: State and Federal Aid 8,041,063.00 Attributable to Functions 8,741,491.00 Not Att. To Functions 1,597,706.00
Total Estimated Revenues 18,380,260.00 Appropriated Surplus 1,098,097.00 2001 Tax Levy 5,821,027.00 ****************************************************************************************** SUMMARY BY FUNDS
Total General County Road Machinery Appropriations, Excluding Interfund Items: 23,504,463.00 20,555,952.00 2,295,774.00 652,737.00 Interfund Items: 1,794,921.00 1,794,921.00 Total Appropriations 25,299,384.00 22,350,873.00 2,295,774.00 652,737.00
LESS: Est. Revenues, Other than Real Estate Taxes and Excluding Interfund Items: 16,585,339.00 15,390,866.00 812,388.00 382,085.00 Interfund Items: 1,794,921.00 197,215.00 1,352,884.00 244,822.00 Approp. Cash Surplus to 1,098,097.00 1,019,931.00 65,251.00 12,915.00 Reduce Tax Levy Total Revenues 19,478,357.00 16,608,012.00 2,230,523.00 639,822.00 Balance of Appropriations to be Raised by Real Estate Taxes: 5,821,027 ****************************************************************************************** SUMMARY OF BUDGET All Funds Total Appropriations of all Funds (excluding Interfund Items) 23,504,463.00 Interfund Items 1,794,921.00 Total Appropriations 25,299,384.00 LESS: Estimated Revenues (excluding Interfund Revenues) 16,585,339.00 Interfund Items 1,794,921.00 Appropriated Cash Surplus to Reduce Tax Levy 1,098,097.00 Total Estimated Revenues and Appropriated Cash Surplus All Funds 19,478,357.00 Genera 1,019,931 County Road 65,251 Machinery 12,915 Real Estate Levy 5,821,027.00 ****************************************************************************************** ESTIMATED CASH SURPLUS AND RESERVES AT END OF PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
General Fund Surplus County Road Surplus Machinery Surplus Estimated cash surplus at end of present 2,980,000.00 95,000.00 100,000.00 fiscal year after deducting est. encumbrances
Estimated cash surplus and reserves approp. 540,630.00 91,375.00 by Board to reduce tax levy
RESERVE FUNDS: Reserve for Uncoll.Taxes: 244,659.00 Constitutional Tax Margin: 3,712,389.00
238 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
YEAR END MEETING DECEMBER 27, 2000
The December 27, 2000 Year End Meeting of the Legislature was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Chairman Gifford. All Legislators were present, except Legislator Young who was excused. Acting County Attorney Morris and County Administrator, Jim Corl, were also present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. RESOLUTION NO. 567 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 405-00 TO RENEW CONTRACT WITH PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES FOR PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION THERAPY SERVICES – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, Resolution No. 405-00 authorized an agreement with Pediatric Physical and Occupational Therapy Services, and WHEREAS, the group therapy session rate was included and it is desirous to remove it from this contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 405-00 be amended to have the second Whereas read “WHEREAS, Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services provides physical, occupational and speech therapy at the rate of Fifty Dollars ($50) for up to a sixty minute session.” VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 568 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR AUTOMOBILE – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, there are unexpended funds in the 2000 Public Health budget, and it is desirous to purchase an automobile. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature authorizes the purchase of a new automobile, in an amount not to exceed $18,000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $18,000 from Public Health personal services account no. 4010.100 to automobile account no. 4010.204 in the 2000 Public Health budget. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 569 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO FILL PART-TIME NURSE POSITION – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Public Health Agency has a vacant part-time Nurse position which has not been filled in over 90 days. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Public Health to fill the part-time Nurse position at Grade 23, at a rate of $13.40 per hour, in the Public health Agency, effective immediately; funding is available in the years 2000 and 2001 budgets. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 570 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE BUDGET MODIFICATION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING WHEREAS, there were some modifications made late in the year of the New York State and Federal funding for Office and for the Aging, and WHEREAS, these modifications need to be entered into the Schuyler County budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to amend the Office for the Aging 2000 budget, as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT $3,700 6772.401-Miscellaneous Contractual $18,300 6772.490-Subcontracts $9,300 6772-3772-State Aid $12,700 6772-4772-Federal Aid VOTE: Passed 6-0. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 239
RESOLUTION NO. 571 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF INCREASED HOURS FOR THE ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST – YOUTH BUREAU WHEREAS, Resolution No. 489-2000 authorized an increase in the hours of the Account Clerk Typist in the Youth Bureau from 17 hours per week to 35 hours per week for the remainder of the year 2000, and WHEREAS, there is a tremendous need for this increase in hours to continued until the new Youth Bureau Director is hired, and WHEREAS, there are funds available in the 2001 Youth Bureau budget to pay for this increase. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize an increase in hours for the Account Clerk Typist position in the Youth Bureau from 17 hours per week to 35 hours per week, effective January 1, 2001 through January 31, 2001. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 572 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS PROGRAM WHEREAS, there is a need for additional funds in the Runaway and Homeless overtime account to complete the payroll for the end of the year 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to make the following account transfers: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $500 7310.440 7310.101 $700 7310.401 7310.101 $350 7310.433 7310.115 $900 7310.446 7310.100 VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 573 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO FOSTER CARE – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has had an increase in Foster Care expenses in 2000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds in the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget, as follows: Appropriations: + 12,000 6109.400 Family Assistance + 20,000 6119.400 Foster Care/Adoption - 10,000 6123.400 Juvenile Delinquency - 22,000 6140.400 Safety Net Revenue: + 6,000 6109-4609 Federal Aid – Family Assistance + 5,000 6119-4619 Federal Aid – Foster Care/Adoption + 5,000 6119-3619 State Aid – Foster Care/Adoption - 5,000 6123-3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency -11,000 6140-3640 State Aid – Safety Net VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 574 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN 2000 HEAP BUDGET – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, HEAP expenditures have risen due to the substantial increase in heating costs and due to revised eligibility requirements, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services needs additional funds budgeted to pay these benefits, and WHEREAS, HEAP benefits are reimbursed with 100% Federal aid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to amend the Department of Social Services 2000 Budget, as follows: 240 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
+ 60,000 6141.400 HEAP Expenditures + 60,000 6141-4641 Federal Aid - HEAP VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 575A Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTION NOS. 575-578 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution Nos. 575-578 be tabled. DISCUSSION: The Clerk advised the Legislature that there were no new positions duties statement on file for Resolution Nos. 575-578. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 575 RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL THE POSITION OF CASEWORKER – SOCIAL SERVICES - TABLED WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is in need of an additional caseworker in the Children’s Services unit due to a rapid increase in the hotline calls received, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the 2001 County budget which contains funding for the position in line 6010.100. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to create and fill the position of caseworker at salary grade XXII ($12.71/hour) effective January 1, 2001 and fill any vacancies created by promotions or lateral transfers. RESOLUTION NO. 576 RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL THE POSITION OF TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) CASEWORKER – SOCIAL SERVICES - TABLED WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is in need of an additional caseworker in the Children’s Services unit who will work with TANF families who require preventive services, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the 2001 County budget which contains funding for the position in line 6010.100, and WHEREAS, the position is 100% reimbursed through Federal appropriations as contained in the Department’s TANF Service plan, and WHEREAS, the position will only be filled once the TANF Service Plan is approved by New York State agencies in Albany. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to create and fill the position of TANF caseworker at salary grade XXII ($12.71/hour) effective January 1, 2001, subject to availability of TANF funds, and fill any vacancies created as the result of promotions or lateral transfers. RESOLUTION NO. 577 RE: AUTHORIZE TO CREATE AND FILL THE POSITION OF SOCIAL WELFARE EXAMINER – SOCIAL SERVICES - TABLED WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has experienced a steady increase in the number of MEDICAID cases over the past six years, and WHEREAS, the supervisor of the unit is carrying a full caseload, which prohibits him from fulfilling his supervisory responsibilities, and WHEREAS, it is essential that the supervisor of the unit conduct a quality assurance review of selected cases in order to ensure cases are being opened and maintained in accordance with established laws and regulations, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the 2001 County budget, which contains funding for this position in line 6010.100. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to create and fill the position of Social Welfare Examiner at salary grade XV ($10.85/hour), effective January 1, 2001, and fill any vacancies created as the result of promotions or lateral transfers. RESOLUTION NO. 578 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 241
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL THE POSITION OF TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) SOCIAL WELFARE EXAMINER – SOCIAL SERVICES - TABLED WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is in need of a Social Welfare Examiner to work with TANF clients in order to assist them in becoming self-reliant, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the 2001 County budget, which contains funding for this position in line 6010.100, and WHEREAS, the position is 100% reimbursed through Federal appropriations as contained in the Department’s TANF Service Plan, and WHEREAS, the position will only be filled once the plan is approved by New York State agencies in Albany. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to create and fill the position of TANF Social Welfare Examiner at salary grade XV ($10.85/hour) effective January 1, 2001, subject to availability of TANF funds, and fill any vacancies created as the result of promotions or lateral transfers. RESOLUTION NO. 579 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE THE HOURS OF THE PARALEGAL – SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has implemented an aggressive fraud detection/prevention program, and WHEREAS, in order to implement an expansion of the program the Department requires additional hours for the paralegal, and WHEREAS, fraud procedures implemented in late-1997 have resulted in over $60,000 in savings to local taxpayers in NYS fiscal year 1999-2000, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has approved the 2001 County budget, which contains funding for this position in line 6010.100. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to increase the hours of the Department’s paralegal from 20 hours per week to 25 hours effective January 1, 2001. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 580 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH JOHN C.T. HAYES, ESQ. FOR LEGAL SERVICES – DISTRICT ATTORNEY – AS AMENDED – RESCINDED BY RESOLUTION NO. 178-01 WHEREAS, there is currently a contract for legal services between the District Attorney and John C.T. Hayes, Esq., with a term of January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney has requested an increase in the total annual payment to John C.T. Hayes, Esq. to $22,000.00, retroactive to November 1, 2000, payment of such to be made according to paragraph number 6 of said contract. Said increase to be fully funded by Aid to Prosecution Grants from the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an amended professional services contract between Schuyler County and John C.T. Hayes, Esq. for legal services provided to the District Attorney's Office for the term November 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001 increasing the total annual payment under the contract to $22,000.00 to be paid according to paragraph number 6 of said contract; the contract shall also expressly state that the professional services contract is contingent upon receipt of the grant from New York State; contract subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 581 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison. RE: DEDICATION OF 2000 PROCEEDINGS 242 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, it has been the custom to give tribute in the printed Proceedings of the Schuyler County Legislature to employees who retire from county service or elected officials who leave office, as recognition for their dedication and service. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Proceedings of the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler for the year 1999" contain a tribute to Philip Barnes, former Undersheriff; Fred Wheaton, former Automotive Mechanic; Darlene Morehouse, former Cook Manager; and Lyle Gates, former Cleaner (subject to any other retirements effective by 12/31/00). VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 582 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN WHEREAS, the Deferred Compensation Committee received proposals for the administration and funding of a New York Deferred Compensation Plan from five different companies, and WHEREAS, all proposals were reviewed and evaluated, and WHEREAS, the Deferred Compensation Committee recommends that Nationwide Retirement Solutions (formerly PEBSCO) be the County’s Deferred Compensation Plan Administrator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature direct the Chairman of the Legislature to enter into a contract with Nationwide Retirement Solutions to administer the Deferred Compensation Plan for Schuyler County; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 583 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE TO RENEW THE ADDITIONAL 1% SALES TAX FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY PURSUANT TO SECTION 40 OF THE MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW WHEREAS, Schuyler County was authorized, by state legislation, to increase sales tax by 1% effective March 1, 2000 due to expire on November 30, 2001, and WHEREAS, this authorization will expire at the end of 2001, and WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature could authorize the Schuyler County Legislature to continue to impose an additional 1% sales tax for another two year period. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby requests the New York State Legislature to adopt special legislation to amend such laws, including the New York State Tax Law, to authorize the Schuyler County Legislature to continue to impose an additional 1% sales tax for the years 2002-2003, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certified copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to New York State Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., New York State Assemblyman James Bacalles and to the Majority and Minority Leaders of the New York State Senate and Assembly. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 584 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 2001 WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law regarding setting salaries for certain public officers for 2001 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held December 27, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., and WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 13/Local Law No. of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 13/Local Law No. of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 243
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 13 OF THE YEAR 2000 A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2001. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows: 1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning January 1, 2001. 2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof: Assistant District Attorney $23,438 Sheriff $49,717 Treasurer $38,184 County Clerk $35,088 County Attorney $43,860 Assistant County Attorney $58,463 Public Defender $40,000 Legislators $ 5,500 3. Local Law Nos. 1 of the Year 1999 and 2 of the Year 2000, which set the salaries of the Chairman of the Legislature, Legislators, County Treasurer, Sheriff, County Clerk and District Attorney, be amended to conform the salaries prospectively set for 2001. 4. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 585 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: UNPAID SCHOOL TAXES - ASSESSED AND RELEVIED FOR 2000-01 WHEREAS, the County Treasurer submitted to this County Legislature on December 11, 2000, pursuant to Section 1330 (5) of the Real Property Tax Law, a certified list of unpaid school taxes, which will be assessed and relevied, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 1330 (4) of the Real Property Tax Law, this Board is required to pay the various Districts the amount of unpaid school taxes, as certified. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that said unpaid school taxes for the year 2000-01, as they appear on said certified list be, and the same hereby are, approved as of December 27, 2000, and the Real Property Tax Agency is hereby directed to assess and levy on the tax rolls of the several Towns against the property named in said certification any items of unpaid taxes therein set forth. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 586 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to make the following account transfers in order to balance out the 2000 accounts, to wit: , and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this authorization include financing capital projects with fund balance as determined by the Schuyler County Treasurer. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 587 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE RENEWAL CONTRACT WITH THE SCHUYLER COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – LEGISLATURE WHEREAS, the County has a contract with the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce in which the county provides the Chamber of Commerce with 100% of Room Tax monies received (after 5% administrative costs allocated to the Schuyler County Treasurer’s Office have been deducted), and WHEREAS, payment of said monies have been set up on a quarterly basis, and the Chamber of Commerce is requesting that $40,000 (out of the $64,000 annual anticipated receipts) be paid immediately upon signing of the contract, and WHEREAS, this change in the payment schedule requires legislative approval. 244 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce for allocation of room tax monies as set forth above, for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001, monies budgeted in the 2001 budget account no. 6410.436; subject to review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 588 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: RESCIND STIPEND FOR COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES WHEREAS, Resolution No. 341-97 authorized an annual stipend to be paid to Thomas Bloodgood for extra duties as micro computer technician for the County, and WHEREAS, effective January 1, 2001, Thomas Bloodgood will no longer be performing said extra duties. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 341-97 be hereby rescinded effective December 31, 2000. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 589 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION FOR USE OF PART-TIME TYPIST ON TEMPORARY BASIS – CIVIL SERVICE/ PERSONNEL WHEREAS, Resolution No. 507-00 authorized an increase in the hours for the part-time Typist in the Civil Service/Personnel Office on a temporary basis until the Civil Service Clerk vacancy is filled, and WHEREAS, the person appointed to the Civil Service Clerk vacancy transferred from Public Health and had two weeks vacation scheduled prior to accepting the position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the use of the part-time Typist position, working 28 hours a week as authorized in Resolution No. 507-00, be extended until December 31, 2000. VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 590A Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: MOTION TO TABLE RESOLUTIONS NO. 590-592 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolutions No. 590-592 be tabled. DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel said he has voiced his opinion on these resolutions, he still has reservations. He feels it is too easy to fall into the major function category. He has a problem with acting on them at this time. He then asked for an executive session. MOTION by Legislator Marvel to go into executive session to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Legislator Larison. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Larison to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. RESOLUTION NO. 590 RE: AUTHORIZE STIPEND REWARD FOR PERSONNEL ASSISTANT – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL - TABLED WHEREAS, Penny Albert, Civil Service Clerk, was out on medical or personal leave for all of the year 2000 except from 9/5–11/15/00, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County is required by Civil Service Law, Section 17 to administer the provisions of Civil Service Law with respect to the offices and employments in the classified service of the County and the civil divisions therein including school districts and the Personnel Officer shall have the power at the County’s expense to conduct examinations and establish eligible lists for any position within its jurisdiction, and WHEREAS, the Personnel Assistant as designee of the Personnel Officer assumed responsibility for this mandated function in addition to her regular duties. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Patricia Emery, Personnel Assistant, be approved for ten months of stipend reward in a major function pro rated from the annual stipend of $6,667.00, provided in Resolution No. 434, which equals $5,560.00, and PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 245
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Patricia Emery be commended for her commitment and loyalty to serving Schuyler County residents without disruption during this extended period. RESOLUTION NO. 591 RE: AUTHORIZE STIPEND REWARD FOR DEPUTY TREASURER – TREASURER’S OFFICE - TABLED WHEREAS, Deputy Treasurer, Patricia Bilinski, has been providing the payroll administration for the past year due to a vacancy in the department, and WHEREAS, the Treasurer has recommend her for the Stipend Reward Program and has met with the County Administrator and the Personnel Officer in regard to this matter, and WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds in the Personal Services account no. 1325.100 to cover this stipend. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the payment of a stipend in the amount of $6,667 on the recommendation of the above committee in recognition of her devotion and commitment to the Department and the County. RESOLUTION NO. 592 RE: AUTHORIZE STIPEND REWARD FOR PURCHASING AGENT - TABLED WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent, Lisa Bennett, has performed additional financial services in the Public Health and Mental Health departments during the time her former position of Fiscal Accounting Specialist position has been vacant. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Lisa Bennett is approved to receive a $2,000.00 Stipend Reward per Resolution No. 434-2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Lisa Bennett be commended for her commitment to her former departments and Schuyler County in giving her time and efforts to maintain efficient service. RESOLUTION NO. 593 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (SCOPED) WHEREAS, the current SCOPED contract expires December 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, SCOPED wishes to continue to provide economic development services to Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County wishes to renew the contract to become effective on the calendar year instead of a mid-year cycle as is currently done. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a renewal contract with SCOPED for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001, in the amount of $125,000, said item in the 2001 budget, Economic Opportunity and Development account no. 6989.400; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 594 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH SCOPED FOR GRANT WRITING SERVICES WHEREAS, the current SCOPED contract for grant writing expires December 31, 2000, and WHEREAS, SCOPED wishes to continue to provide grant writing services to Schuyler County, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County wishes to renew the contract to become effective on the calendar year instead of a mid-year cycle as is currently done. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a renewal contract with SCOPED for the term January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001 to be renewed annually on a calendar year; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 595 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH SCOPED FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 246 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, there is a need to amend the original contract between the County of Schuyler and SCOPED, Inc. to authorize an additional amount of $50,000, and WHEREAS, an additional commitment of county funds would be a prudent investment in a resource of known efficacy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the contract between the County of Schuyler and SCOPED, Inc. be amended to provide for a payment of an additional sum of $50,000 in one single installment made on or after June 9, 2000, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign an amendment to the original contract between the County of Schuyler and SCOPED, Inc.; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer by authorized to transfer $50,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Economic Opportunity and Development account no. 6989.400. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 596 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF A COOPERATIVE RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT APPLICATION FOR TWO TOWNS AND THE COUNTY – RECORDS MANAGEMENT BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign any and all contracts relative to this grant application for funds not to exceed the sum of $50,000 for the records management cooperative project for the Town of Reading and the Town of Montour and the County of Schuyler; subject to the review by the County Administrator and approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 597 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR NEW YORK STATE ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS – GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) – REAL PROPERTY WHEREAS, Schuyler County has several departments and works closely with agencies that are currently using GIS systems, seeking to expand their systems, or considering development of such systems, and WHEREAS, New York State has funds available through the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund which would allow the county to implement GIS, and WHEREAS, the County has performed a needs assessment with the support of funding obtained through a local Government Records Management Improvement Fund grant, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County, as grantee for this project, will solicit the involvement of the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District, Schuyler County Real Property Tax Agency, and Schuyler County Planning and Community Development Educator, to assist with implementation of this project, and WHEREAS, the County recognizes the benefits of the GIS as an important decision-making and data- management tool. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign any and all documents related to the New York State Archive and Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Grant for a Geographical Information System Implementation project as described above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney and review of the County Administrator. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 598 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR LASER PRINTER – REAL PROPERTY WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax office is in need of a new laser printer in order to finish printing tax bills, and WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds within the department’s budget to purchase said printer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2800 from account no. 1355.435, Professional Fees and Services, to account no. 1355.246, Printer. PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 247
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 599 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF BOARD OF ELECTION CHANGES WHEREAS, Section 3-300 of the Elections Law of the State of New York indicates the discretion of Commissioners of Elections is complete in regard to, among other things, prescribing duties, fixing titles, and establishing salaries within amounts appropriated therefor by local legislative body, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has established a 2001 budget appropriation for the Schuyler County Board of Elections, and request has been made by the Commissioners of Elections to set forth, in resolution format, the funding established for 2001, and WHEREAS, the Commissioners of Elections have reclassified titles within the Schuyler County Board of Elections, established base salaries therefor for full-time, prorated that salary based on current budget appropriations and requests the Schuyler County Legislature acknowledge the changes, particularly for the purpose of paying those titles. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Legislature has appropriated in its 2001 Annual Budget of the County of Schuyler the sum of $75,879 for a total operating budget for the Board Elections, from which $44,684 is itemized for Personal Services, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Legislature acknowledges the abolishment of the titles of Clerk with the Board of elections and the establishment of the titles of Deputy Commissioners (unclassified), and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Legislature acknowledges the establishment by the Election Commission of base salary for the title of Deputy Commissioner, commencing January 1, 2001 at $25,000 for a 35-hour workweek, prorated on a 28-hour workweek, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Legislature acknowledges, for the purpose of payroll certification, the titles and salaries heretofore established by the Commissioners of Elections and requests the timely certification by Schuyler County Personnel Services of these personnel changes such that the Schuyler County Treasurer’s Office shall have the authority by which to process payroll for the Board of Elections staff. VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 600 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF A SPACE COMMITTEE WHEREAS, the current Legislative Chairman recommends changing the appointments made to the space committee that was formed by Resolution No. 385 of 1998, for the purpose of developing a 5-year plan for coordinating space needs throughout the county, and WHEREAS, this change will rescind Resolution No. 385-98. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a Special Committee of the Legislature be created as follows: NAME OF COMMITTEE: Space Committee PURPOSE: Development of a 5-year plan and review of immediate space needs throughout the county. Make recommendations for the same to the Legislature. MEMBERS: County Administrator Building Maintenance Supervisor Affected Department Heads VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 601 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE CERTIFICATION OF COST ALLOCATION PLAN BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the 1999 Cost Allocation Plan prepared by DMG Maximus for Schuyler County Department of Social Services claiming of county-wide administrative costs and maintenance in lieu of rent in 1999, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to certify the plan to the NYS Department of Social Services. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 602A Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. 248 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 602 BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 602 be amended to exclude Randy Deal from the appointment at this time. DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings questioned whether Randy Deal is eligible for this appointment. Chairman Gifford said the question was raised at committee whether there was a conflict of interest. He felt that question needed to be answered first. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 602 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) – AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that Jeffrey Greuber be re-appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency for the term January 1, 2001 and terminating December 31, 2002, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an original Certificate of Appointment be forwarded to the Department of State (Division of Miscellaneous Records) for filing. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 603 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: APPOINTMENT – JOINT SCHUYLER/STEUBEN RURAL TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE WHEREAS, Schuyler and Steuben Counties will receive a grant from New York State Department of Transportation to develop a rural transportation study for Schuyler and Steuben Counties, and WHEREAS, the project will be administered by the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board, and WHEREAS, the objective of the plan is to develop a transportation improvement plan for the two- county area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the following appointments to the Rural Transportation Advisory Committee: Glenn Larison, Chairman, Public Works Committee - Legislator James Corl, County Administrator Danielle Hautaneimi, County Planning Director Jim Wilson, Manager, Schuyler Arc – Transit Programs Dave Sheppard, President, Town Highway Superintendent Association – County Association Mayor Robert Lee, Village of Watkins Glen - Villages Greg Mathews, County Highway Superintendent Jim Clements, NYSDOT Margaret Cook, Chamber of Commerce Jay Schissell, Transportation Planner – Chemung MPO Staff Larry James, Transportation Manager – School System Sheriff Michael Maloney - Public Safety VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 604 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL FEES – PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, there are unexpended funds in the 2000 Public Health budget, and it is desirous to pay for architect’s expenses incurred to date relative to the proposed Public Health building addition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditure of these funds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $55,630 from Personal Services account no. 4010.100 to Professional Services account no. 4010.435 in the 2000 Public Health budget. VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 605 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR TIRES – OFFICE FOR THE AGING PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 249
WHEREAS, there was an immediate need for winter tires for the Office for the Aging van, and WHEREAS, there was money available in an equipment account for the same, and WHEREAS, tires are not considered “equipment” for auditing purposes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $300 from account no. 6772.200-Equipment to account no. 6772.438-Supplies for the necessary tires. VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Marvel. DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler would like to see the funds for the stipend awards be encumbered from the 2000 budget into the 2001 budget by resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 606 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel. RE: AUTHORIZE ENCUMBRANCE OF 2000 FUNDS FOR CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL, TREASURER’S OFFICE AND PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, three resolutions to authorize Stipend Rewards have been tabled and it is necessary to carry the funds over until this issue is decided upon. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to encumber 2000 funds as follows: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. $5,560 1430.100 (Civil Service/Personnel) $6,667 1325.100 (Treasurer) $2,000 4010.100 (Public Health) VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Hastings, Karius. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None. MOTION by Legislator Larison to go into executive session to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Legislator Marvel. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Bingell to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bleiler. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. MOTION by Legislator Hastings to send the appeal for the Real Property Tax Director position back to the appeals committee for review, SECOND by Legislator Bleiler. Legislator Bleiler also wanted to add that the Legislature notify him of his work well done and let him know his appeal is going back to the appeals committee. Motion passed seven ayes to zero noes. The Meeting adjourned at 10:44 a.m. Gail M. Hughey, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
ANNUAL BUDGET OF 2000 Budget of Schuyler County for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2000 Tentative Budget - Filed November 10, 1999 Adopted December 14, 1999 NANCY A. PETERS, BUDGET OFFICER
LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS: A1010.1 Personal Service 119,042.00 A1010.2 Equipment 2,000.00 A1010.4 Contractual Expense 28,160.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 149,202.00
LEGISLATURE REVENUES: 1010-1081 Other Payments In Lieu of Taxes 85,000.00 1010-1110 State Admin. Sales and Use Tax 3,500,000.00 1010-2690 Other Compensation for Loss 310,000.00 1010-2720 Off Track Betting 20,000.00 1010-4089 Federal Aid - Other (Entitlement Land) 6,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 3,921,000.00 250 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
DISTRICT ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS: A1165.1 Personal Service 80,536.00 A1165.1 Equipment 2,500.00 A1165.4 Contractual Expense 37,005.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 120,041.00
PUBLIC DEFENDER APPROPRIATIONS: A1170.1 Personal Service 31,294.00 A1170.4 Contractual Expense 44,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,794.00
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE APPROPRIATIONS: A1180.4 Contractual Expense 500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
CORONERS APPROPRIATIONS: A1185.4 Contractual Expense 10,610.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,610.00
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR APPROPRIATIONS: A1230.1 Personal Services 60,000.00 A1230.2 Equipment 800.00 A1230.4 Contractual Expense 4,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 64,800.00
COUNTY TREASURER APPROPRIATIONS: A1325.1 Personal Service 107,775.00 A1325.2 Equipment 500.00 A1325.4 Contractual Expense 66,540.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 174,815.00
COUNTY TREASURER REVENUES: 1325-1090 Interest and Penalties on Taxes 300,000.00 1325-1091 Penalties on Special Assessments 18,000.00 1325-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 9,000.00 1325-2401 Interest on Investments 150,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 477,000.00
BUDGET OFFICER APPROPRIATIONS: A1340.1 Personal Service 0.00 A1340.4 Contractual Expense 750.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 750.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS: A1355.1 Personal Service 79,269.00 A1355.2 Equipment 400.00 A1355.4 Contractual Expense 46,848.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 126,517.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE REVENUES: 1355-2201 Tax Assessment Service 39,012.00 1355-3040 Tax Maps and Assessments 3,300.00 TOTAL REVENUES 42,312.00
TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE APPROPRIATIONS: A1362.4 Contractual Expense 3,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,500.00
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TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE REVENUES: 1362-1235 Charges - Tax Advertising and Expense 3,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 3,500.00
PROPERTY ACQUIRED FOR TAXES APPROPRIATIONS: A1364.4 Contractual Expense 25,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 25,000.00
PROPERTY ACQUIRED FOR TAXES REVENUES: 1364-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 25,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 25,000.00
COUNTY CLERK APPROPRIATIONS (INCLUDES MOTOR VEHICLE): A1410.1 Personal Service 136,163.00 A1410.2 Equipment 0.00 A1410.4 Contractual Expense 21,750.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 157,913.00
COUNTY CLERK REVENUES: 1410-1255 County Clerk Fees 205,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 205,000.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS: A1420.1 Personal Service 126,738.00 A1420.2 Equipment 2,500.00 A1420.4 Contractual Expense 30,669.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 159,907.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY REVENUES: 1420-1265 Attorney Fees 131,467.00 TOTAL REVENUES 131,467.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL APPROPRIATIONS: A1430.1 Personal Service 90,632.00 A1430.2 Equipment 14,750.00 A1430.4 Contractual Expense 52,050.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 157,432.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL REVENUES: 1430-1260 Personnel Fees 1,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,600.00
ELECTIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A1450.1 Personal Service 33,241.00 A1450.2 Equipment 250.00 A1450.4 Contractual Expense 28,450.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 61,941.00
ELECTIONS REVENUES: 1450-2215 Election Services 750.00 TOTAL REVENUES 750.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A1460.1 Personal Service 18,307.00 A1460.4 Contractual Expense 935.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 19,242.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT REVENUES: 1460-1289 Other General Government Department Income 5,900.00 TOTAL REVENUES 5,900.00 252 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
CENTRAL SERVICES APPROPRIATIONS: A1610.2 Equipment 8,300.00 A1610.4 Contractual 65,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 73,400.00
CENTRAL SERVICES REVENUES: 1610-1270 Shared Services Charges 73,400.00 TOTAL REVENUES 73,400.00
BUILDINGS APPROPRIATIONS: A1620.1 Personal Service 204,017.00 A1620.2 Equipment 12,000.00 A1620.4 Contractual Expense 142,350.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 358,367.00
BUILDINGS REVENUES: 1620-1270 Shared Services Charges 100.00 1620-1289 Other General Governmental Income 13,853.00 1620-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 51,725.00 1620-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 500.00 1620-3021 Court Facilities Aid 30,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES: 96,178.00
GROUNDS APPROPRIATIONS: A1622.2 Equipment 680.00 A1622.4 Contractual 8,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 8,680.00
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT APPROPRIATIONS: A1630.4 Contractual Expense 5,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,500.00
STOREROOM APPROPRIATIONS: A1660.1 Personal Service 31,496.00 A1660.2 Equipment 400.00 A1660.4 Contractual Expense 2,375.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 34,271.00
CENTRAL STOREROOM REVENUES: 1660-2770 Unclassified Revenues 1,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,600.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING APPROPRIATIONS: A1680.1 Personal Service 43,280.00 A1680.2 Equipment 2,000.00 A1680.4 Contractual Expense 13,200.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 58,480.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING REVENUES: 1680-1289 Other General Governmental Income - Training 6,300.00 TOTAL REVENUES 6,300.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A1910.4 Contractual 151,918.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 151,918.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE REVENUES: 1910-2680 Insurance Recoveries 49,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 49,000.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 253
MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION DUES APPROPRIATIONS: A1920.4 Contractual 2,807.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,807.00
JUDGMENTS & CLAIMS APPROPRIATIONS: 1930.4 Contractual 4,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 4,800.00
TAXES & ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY APPROPRIATIONS: A1950.4 Contractual 255.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 255.00
CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT APPROPRIATIONS: A1990.5 Contingencies 300,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 300,000.00
COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION APPROPRIATIONS: A2490.4 Contractual 500,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500,000.00
EDUCATION - HANDICAPPED CHILDREN APPROPRIATIONS: A2960.4 Contractual 433,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 433,400.00
EDUCATION - HANDICAPPED CHILDREN REVENUES: 2960-1689 Other Health Department Income 15,000.00 2960-3277 Education - Handicapped Children 248,285.00 TOTAL REVENUES 263,285.00
EDUCATION - MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP APPROPRIATIONS: A2980.4 Contractual Expense 300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 300.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A3020.4 Contractual Expense 26,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,400.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS REVENUES: 3020-1140 Emergency Telephone Surcharge 42,420.00 TOTAL REVENUES 42,420.00
SHERIFF APPROPRIATIONS: A3110.1 Personal Service 470,888.00 A3110.2 Equipment 4,900.00 A3110.4 Contractual Expense 276,650.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 752,438.00
SHERIFF REVENUES: 3110-1510 Sheriff Fees 137,000.00 3110-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 170,000.00 3110-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 3,000.00 3110-4320 Crime Control 40,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 350,000.00
NAVIGATION APPROPRIATIONS: A3111.1 Personal Service 14,000.00 A3111.2 Equipment 5,000.00 A3111.4 Contractual Expense 2,400.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 21,400.00 254 SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
NAVIGATION REVENUES: 3111-3315 State Aid - Navigation Law Enforcement 12,198.00 TOTAL REVENUES 12,198.00
HECTOR LAND PATROL APPROPRIATIONS: A3112.1 Personal Service 2,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,500.00
HECTOR LAND PATROL REVENUES: 3112-4080 Federal Aid - Hector Land Use Area 2,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,500.00
PROBATION APPROPRIATIONS: A3140.1 Personal Service 174,231.00 A3140.2 Equipment 1,410.00 A3140.4 Contractual Expense 19,318.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 194,959.00
PROBATION REVENUES: 3140-1580 Restitution 1,500.00 3140-1589 Other (Investigation Fees) 4,200.00 3140-2610 Fines and Forfeited Bail 1,600.00 3140-3310 State Aid - Probation Services 66,309.00 TOTAL REVENUES 73,609.00
JAIL APPROPRIATIONS: A3150.1 Personal Service 690,793.00 A3150.2 Equipment 11,000.00 A3150.4 Contractual Expenses 170,800.00 A3150.6 Lease/Purchase 2,300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 874,893.00
JAIL REVENUES: 3150-1512 Board of Prisoners - Other Munic. 100,000.00 3150-2650 Sale of Scrap & Excess Material 3,000.00 3150-3316 State Aid - Board of Prisoners 20,000.00 3150-3330 State Aid - Unified Court Budget 43,000.00 3150-4389 Other Breakfast/Lunch Program 2,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 168,000.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS: A3310.4 Contractual Expense 50.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50.00
STOP D.W.I. APPROPRIATIONS: A3315.1 Personal Service 33,970.00 A3315.2 Equipment 33,000.00 A3315.4 Contractual Expense 18,137.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 85,107.00
STOP D.W.I. REVENUES: 3315-2615 Stop D.W.I. Fines 50,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 50,000.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL APPROPRIATIONS: A3412.4 Contractual Expense 23,646.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,646.00
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FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL REVENUES: 3412-1588 Bureau of Fire - EMS Books 3,289.00 3412-3489 Other Health - EMS 17,236.00 TOTAL REVENUES 20,525.00
CONTROL OF DOGS APPROPRIATIONS: A3510.1 Personal Service 39,309.00 A3510.2 Equipment 1,000.00 A3510.4 Contractual Expense 15,700.00 A3510.6 Lease/Purchase 3,600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 59,609.00
DOG CONTROL REVENUES: 3510-1550 Public Pound Charges and Control Fees 1,000.00 3510-2268 Dog Control Services 15,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 16,500.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A3689.1 Personal Service 58,082.00 A3689.2 Equipment 2,500.00 A3689.4 Contractual Expense 146,900.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 207,482.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REVENUES: 3689-1587 Bureau of Fire - Life Safety 5,000.00 3689-1588 Reimbursement - Surplus 5,000.00 3689-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 40,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 50,000.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 APPROPRIATIONS: A3689.2 Equipment 1,500.00 A3689.4 Contractual Expense 1,200.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,700.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 REVENUES: 3689-4389 Other Public Safety Aid 2,700.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,700.00
PUBLIC HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS: A4010.1 Personal Service 427,829.00 A4010.2 Equipment 32,000.00 A4010.4 Contractual Expense 412,813.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 872,642.00
PUBLIC HEALTH REVENUES: 4010-1610 Home Nursing Charges 585,650.00 4010-1611 Office for the Aging 20,000.00 4010-3401 State Aid - Public Health 301,215.00 TOTAL REVENUES 906,865.00
RABIES CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS: A4042.4 Contractual Expenses 20,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
RABIES REVENUES: 4042-3401 State Aid - Rabies 20,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 20,000.00
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PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED APPROPRIATIONS: A4046.4 Contractual Expense 15,600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,600.00
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED REVENUES: 4046-3446 State Aid - Handicapped Children 8,100.00 TOTAL REVENUES 8,100.00
WATERSHED APPROPRIATIONS: A4050.1 Personal Service 79,314.00 A4050.2 Equipment 3,000.00 A4050.4 Contractual Expense 32,026.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 114,340.00
WATERSHED REVENUES: 4050-1609 Watershed Revenues 36,500.00 4050-3403 State Aid - Watershed 76,410.00 TOTAL REVENUES 112,910.00
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS: A4054.1 Personal Service 6,000.00 A4054.4 Contractual Expense 174,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 180,000.00
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM REVENUES: 4054-1621 Early Intervention Service Fee 108,000.00 4054-3449 State Aid - Early Intervention 36,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 144,000.00
MENTAL HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS: A4310.1 Personal Service 607,028.00 A4310.2 Equipment 4,900.00 A4310.4 Contractual Expense 513,244.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,125,172.00
MENTAL HEALTH REVENUES: 4310-1620 Mental Health Fees 686,787.00 4310-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 533,732.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,220,519.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS: A4322.3 Contractual Expense 464,850.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 464,850.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES REVENUES: 4322-1625 Mental Health Contribution from Private Agencies 21,339.00 4322-1689 Other Health Department Income 13,667.00 4322-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 152,869.00 4322-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 212,591.00 4322-4490 Federal Aid - Mental Health 57,881.00 TOTAL REVENUES 458,347.00
BUS OPERATIONS APPROPRIATIONS: A5630.4 Contractual Expense 141,259.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 141,259.00
BUS OPERATIONS REVENUES: 5630-3594 State Aid - Bus and Other Mass Transportation 91,213.00 5630-4089 Federal Aid - Other Transportation 30,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 121,213.00 PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 257
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS: A6010.1 Personal Service 1,039,521.00 A6010.2 Equipment 16,500.00 A6010.4 Contractual Expense 631,849.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,687,870.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION REVENUES: 6010-3610 State Aid - Administration 615,750.00 6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration 1,067,174.00 6010-4611 Federal Aid - Food Stamps 70,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,752,924.00
DAY CARE APPROPRIATIONS: A6055.4 Contractual Expense 265,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 265,000.00
DAY CARE REVENUES: 6055-3655 State Aid - Day Care 257,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 257,500.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS APPROPRIATIONS: A6070.4 Contractual Expense 38,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 38,000.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS REVENUES: 6070-4670 Federal Aid - Purchase of Services 28,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 28,500.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6101.4 Contractual Expense 260,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 260,000.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6101-1801 Repay of Medical Assistance 110,000.00 6101-3601 State Aid - Medical Assistance 18,600.00 6101-4601 Federal Aid - Medical Assistance 64,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 193,100.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6102.4 Contractual Expense 2,441,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,441,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6102-3602 State Aid - Mentally Disabled 460,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 460,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) APPROPRIATIONS: A6106.4 Contractual Expense 1,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) REVENUES: 6106-3606 Special Needs (Adult/Family Homes) 1,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,000.00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN APPROPRIATIONS: A6109.4 Contractual Expense 670,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 670,000.00
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AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN REVENUES: 6109-1809 Repay of Aid to Dependent Children 45,000.00 6109-1811 Child Support, Incentive Payment 15,000.00 6109-3609 State Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 168,550.00 6109-4609 Federal Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 337,050.00 TOTAL REVENUES 565,600.00
CHILD CARE APPROPRIATIONS: A6119.4 Contractual Expense 140,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 140,000.00
CHILD CARE REVENUES: 6119-3619 State Aid - Child Care 70,000.00 6119-4619 Federal Aid - Child Care 40,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 110,000.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY APPROPRIATIONS: A6123.4 Contractual Expense 172,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 172,500.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY REVENUES: 6123-1823 Repay of Juvenile Delinquent Care 7,000.00 6123-3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency 124,125.00 TOTAL REVENUES 131,125.00
HOME RELIEF APPROPRIATIONS: A6140.4 Contractual Expense 225,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 225,000.00
HOME RELIEF REVENUES: 6140-1840 Repay of Home Relief 20,000.00 6140-3640 State Aid - Home Relief 97,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 117,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A6141.4 Contractual Expense 286,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 286,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6141-1841 Repay of Energy Assistance 10,000.00 6141-4641 Federal Aid - HEAP Program 276,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 286,000.00
EMERGENCY AID FOR ADULTS APPROPRIATIONS: A6142.4 Contractual Expense 3,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,000.00
EMERGENCY AID FOR ADULTS REVENUES: 6142-3642 State Aid - Emergency Aid for Adults 1,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,500.00
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS: A6310.4 Contractual Expense 3,800.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,800.00
PUBLICITY APPROPRIATIONS: A6410.4 Contractual Expense 123,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 123,500.00
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 259
PUBLICITY REVENUES: 6410-1113 Tax on Hotel Room Occupancy 56,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 56,000.00
VETERAN SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS: A6510.1 Personal Service 13,957.00 A6510.2 Equipment 2,000.00 A6510.4 Contractual Expense 4,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,057.00
VETERAN SERVICE REVENUES: 6510-3710 Veterans Service Agencies 5,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 5,000.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES APPROPRIATIONS: A6610.1 Personal Service 10,468.00 A6610.2 Equipment 100.00 A6610.4 Contractual Expense 1,753.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 12,321.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES REVENUES: 6610-3789 Other Economic Assistance and Opportunity 1,900.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,900.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING APPROPRIATIONS: A6772.1 Personal Service 276,631.00 A6772.4 Contractual Expense 268,509.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 545,140.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING REVENUES: 6772-1972 Programs for Aging 72,000.00 6772-3772 State Aid - Programs for Aging 228,000.00 6772-4772 Federal Aid - Programs for Aging 221,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 521,000.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A6989.4 Contractual Expense (SCIDA) 5,000.00 A6989.4 Contractual Expense 125,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 130,000.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT REVENUES: 6989-2389 Other Home & Community Service 47,403.00 TOTAL REVENUES 47,403.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK APPROPRIATIONS: A7110.1 Personal Service 15,000.00 A7110.4 Contractual Expense 8,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,500.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK REVENUES: 7110-2089 Other Culture and Recreation Departmental Income 2,400.00 7110-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 5,800.00 7110-2705 Gifts and Donations 500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 8,700.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS: A7310.1 Personal Service 141,877.00 A7310.4 Contractual Expense 89,806.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 231,683.00
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YOUTH PROGRAMS REVENUES: 7310-3820 State Aid - Youth Programs 94,235.00 7310-4820 Youth Programs 100,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 194,235.00
LIBRARY APPROPRIATIONS: A7410.4 Contractual Expense 1,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,000.00
HISTORIAN APPROPRIATIONS: A7510.1 Personal Service 750.00 A7510.4 Contractual Expense 500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,250.00
OTHER PERFORMING ARTS APPROPRIATIONS: A7560.4 Contractual 6,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 6,500.00
PLANNING APPROPRIATIONS: A8020.4 Contractual Expense 92,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 92,000.00
REFUSE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL APPROPRIATIONS: A8160.4 Contractual Expense 2,473.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,473.00
COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION - EMC APPROPRIATIONS: A8510.3 Contractual Expense 3,600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,600.00
CONSERVATION PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS: A8710.3 Contractual Expense 109,483.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 109,483.00
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION APPROPRIATIONS: A8750.4 Contractual Expense 196,125.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 196,125.00
ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND APPROPRIATIONS: A8830.4 Contractual Expense 600.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 600.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: A9010.8 Fringe Benefits 60,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 60,000.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: A9030.8 Fringe Benefits 402,577.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 402,577.00
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9050.8 Fringe Benefits 15,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9055.8 Fringe Benefits 17,589.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 17,589.00
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 261
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: A9060.8 Fringe Benefits 1,255,711.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,255,711.00
OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS A9089.8 Fringe Benefits 720.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 720.00
TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD FUND: A9522.9 Transfers 1,457,266.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD 1,457,266.00
TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY FUND: A9524.9 Transfers 180,242.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY 180,242.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS: A9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 232,000.00 A9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 180,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 412,000.00
TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: A9950.9 Transfers 42,497.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS 42,497.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS: D5010.1 Personal Service 104,569.00 D5010.2 Equipment 1,400.00 D5010.4 Contractual Expense 14,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 120,069.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION REVENUES: 0002-2401 Interest on Investments 1,400.00 0002-2620 Forfeiture of Deposits 300.00 0002-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 1,000.00 0002-2680 Insurance Recoveries 500.00 0002-2701 Refunds of Prior Years Expenditures 1,000.00 0002-2770 Unclassified Revenues 50.00 0002-3501 Consolidated Highway Aid 573,739.00 0002-3589 State Aid Other Transportation 16,200.00 0002-4597 Federal Aid - Other Transportation - Capital Project 86,400.00 0002-5031 Interfund Transfers 1,457,266.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,137,855.00
ENGINEERING APPROPRIATIONS: D5020.4 Contractual Expense 153,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 153,100.00
MAINTENANCE OF ROADS APPROPRIATIONS: D5110.1 Personal Service 313,271.00 D5110.4 Contractual Expense 428,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 741,371.00
PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS APPROPRIATIONS: D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 22 295,000.00 D5112.5 Reconstruction CR 6 (2.0 miles) 156,822.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 451,822.00
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BRIDGES APPROPRIATIONS: D5120.3 Materials, Membrane, Concrete 18,000.00 D5120.5 Reconstruction CR 13 Bridge 132,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 150,500.00
SNOW REMOVAL APPROPRIATIONS: D5142.1 Personal Service 97,996.00 D5142.4 Contractual Expense 109,500.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 207,496.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 2,051.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,051.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 41,556.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 41,556.00
WORKER=S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS: D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 33,269.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 33,269.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 1,576.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,576.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 117,200.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 117,200.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS: D9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 71,500.00 D9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 46,345.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 117,845.00
MACHINERY FUND APPROPRIATIONS: D5130.1 Personal Service 84,615.00 D5130.2 Equipment 93,375.00 D5130.4 Contractual Expense 236,300.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 414,290.00
MACHINERY REVENUES: 0003-1789 Other Transportation - Dept. Income 8,890.00 0003-2300 Services Other Governments 110,000.00 0003-2401 Interest on Investments 1,000.00 0003-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 1,200.00 0003-2665 Sales of Equipment 10,000.00 0003-2801 Interfund Revenues 180,000.00 0003-5031 Interfund Transfers 180,242.00 TOTAL REVENUES 491,332.00
PROCEEDINGS OF THE YEAR 2000 263
SHARED FUEL FACILITY APPROPRIATIONS: D5131.1 Personal Service 4,640.00 D5131.4 Contractual Expense 114,250.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 118,890.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS: D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 369.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 369.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS: D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 7,058.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 7,058.00
WORKER=S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS: D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 5,796.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,796.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 289.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 289.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS: D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 23,100.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,100.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS: D9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 12,915.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 12,915.00 ****************************************************************************************** State and Rev. Attr. Rev. not Attr. Appropriations Federal Aid To Function To Function
Legislative Board 149,202.00 6,000.00 3,915,000.00 Judicial 206,945.00 Executive 64,800.00 Finance 330,582.00 3,300.00 544,512.00 Staff 556,435.00 344,717.00 Shared Services 538,698.00 30,000.00 147,478.00 Special Items 459,780.00 49,000.00 Education 933,700.00 248,285.00 15,000.00 Public Safety 2,251,184.00 255,943.00 532,509.00 Public Health 2,792,604.00 1,245,929.00 1,624,812.00 Transportation 141,259.00 121,213.00 Social Services 6,189,370.00 3,697,249.00 207,000.00 Economic Programs 289,678.00 6,900.00 103,403.00 Programs for Aging 545,140.00 449,000.00 72,000.00 Youth Programs 231,683.00 194,235.00 County General 436,531.00 8,700.00 Undistributed 1,751,597.00 Interfund Transfers 1,680,005.00 Debt Service (General) 412,000.00 Co. Road Maint. 1,417,688.00 102,600.00 4,250.00 1,310,838.00 Co. Road Perm Imp. 602,322.00 573,739.00 28,583.00 Debt Service (Co. Road) 117,845.00 117,845.00 Machinery 569,792.00 311,090.00 167,327.00 Debt Service (Machinery) 12,915.00 12,915.00 Reserve for Uncoll. Taxes
TOTAL 22,681,755.00 6,934,393.00 7,879,471.00 1,637,508.00
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Estimated Revenues: State and Federal Aid 6,934,393.00 Attributable to Functions 7,879,471.00 Not Att. To Functions 1,637,508.00
Total Estimated Revenues 16,451,372.00 Appropriated Surplus 632,005.00 2000 Tax Levy 5,598,378.00 ****************************************************************************************** Summary By Funds
Total General County Road Machinery Appropriations, Excluding Interfund Items: 21,001,750.00 18,281,188.00 2,137,855.00 582,707.00 Interfund Items: 1,680,005.00 1,680,005.00 Total Appropriations 22,681,755.00 19,961,193.00 2,137,855.00 582,707.00
LESS: Est. Revenues, Other than Real Estate Taxes and Excluding Interfund Items: 14,633,864.00 13,822,185.00 680,589.00 131,090.00 Interfund Items: 1,817,508.00 1,457,266.00 360,242.00 Approp. Cash Surplus to 632,005.00 540,630.00 91,375.00 Reduce Tax Levy Total Revenues 17,083,377.00 14,362,815.00 2,137,855.00 582,707.00 Balance of Appropriations to be Raised by Real Estate Taxes: 5,598,378 ****************************************************************************************** SUMMARY OF BUDGET All Funds Total Appropriations of all Funds (excluding Interfund Items) 21,001,750.00 Interfund Items 1,680,005.00 Total Appropriations 22,681,755.00 LESS: Estimated Revenues (excluding Interfund Revenues) 14,633,864.00 Interfund Items 1,817,508.00 Appropriated Cash Surplus to Reduce Tax Levy 632,005.00 Total Estimated Revenues and Appropriated Cash Surplus All Funds 17,083,377.00 General 540,630.00 County Road 0.00 Machinery 91,375.00 Real Estate Levy 5,598,378.00 ******************************************************************************************
ESTIMATED CASH SURPLUS AND RESERVES AT END OF PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
General Fund Surplus County Road Surplus Machinery Surplus Estimated cash surplus at end of present 2 ,980,000.00 95,000.00 100,000.00 fiscal year after deducting est. encumbrances
Estimated cash surplus and reserves approp. 540,630.00 91,375.00 by Board to reduce tax levy
RESERVE FUNDS: Reserve for Uncoll.Taxes: 244,659.00 Constitutional Tax Margin: 3,712,389.00
RESOLUTION BY CATEGORY – 2000
AGREEMENTS AND CONTRACTS Res. No Date 22 1/10/00 Authorize Contract With State Of New York For Housing Of State-Ready Inmates - Sheriff=S Department 35 1/10/00 Authorize Seasonal Rates For Marina 36 1/10/00 Authorize Lease Agreement With Youth Bureau For 2000 – Buildings And Grounds 54 2/14/00 Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Emergency Power Systems, Inc. – Emergency Management 55 2/14/00 Authorize Renewal Contract With Calgor – Sheriff’s Department 59 2/14/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With The Falls Home Care Agency, For Home Health Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 60 2/14/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Homemakers Of Western New York, For Home Health Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 61 2/14/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Miller Associates For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 62 2/14/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Schuyler Hospital For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health 63 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Priscilla Smith To Provide Seit (Special Education Itinerant Teacher) Services For The Preschool Special Education Program – Public Health 65 2/14/00 Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Ikon Office Solutions, Inc. – Public Health 66 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Bolder Computer Solutions For Computer Services – Public Health 67 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Bolder Computer Solutions For Computer Services – Mental Health 68 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Kyung Chun, Md – Mental Health 69 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Venkata Satti, Md And Savithri Satti, Md – Mental Health 70 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Next Century Software – Mental Health 71 2/14/00 Authorize Agreement With Chemung County For Crisis Services – Mental Health 72 2/14/00 Authorize Amendment To 1999 Agreement With Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling And Referral Services – Mental Health 86 2/14/00 Authorize Contract – Provide Data Collection And Valuation Services To The Town Of Orange 90 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Scoped For Facilitator Services For The Water/Sewer Extension Project 91 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Corning Enterprises, Inc. For Tri-
County Branding Initiative And Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency 92 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Cornell Cooperative Extension For Food Stamp Nutrition Program 93 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Economic Opportunity Program For Wrap Services - Department Of Social Services 94 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Attorney For Legal Services – Social Services 95 2/14/00 Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With Partnership For Responsible Fathering, Known As (Dad School) 98 2/14/00 Authorize Contracts With Care Providers For Eisep – Office For The Aging 130 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll –Sturton/Clark 131 3/13/00 Authorize Contract With Hunt Engineers For County Route 14 And County Route 15 Intersection Design 143 3/13/00 Authorize Contract With Group Insurance Administration Service/Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Group Health Insurance 155 3/13/00 Authorize Contract With Susanna Rutski For Early Intervention Program Services And Preschool Special Education Speech Therapy 156 3/13/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding For Physically Handicapped Children’s Program Medical Director 157 3/13/00 Authorize Contract With John C.T. Hayes For Legal Services To The Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project – Mental Health 160 3/13/00 Authorize Agreement Between Schuyler County Department Of Social Services And Schuyler County Chapter Nysarc, Inc. For Transportation 164 3/13/00 Authorize Contract For Data Collection Services – Real Property Tax Agency 165 3/13/00 Authorize An Amended Contract For Legal Services – District Attorney 195 4/10/00 Authorize Agreement With Finger Lakes Parent Network – Mental Health 201 4/10/00 Authorize Contract With Scherrer Auction Service For County Auction – Highway 228 5/8/00 Authorize Agreement With Gretchen Ann Jacobs For Early Intervention Program Services And Preschool Special Education Speech Therapy – Public Health – Rescinded March 12, 2001 231 5/8/00 Authorize Agreement With Schuyler Head Start – Mental Health 235 5/8/00 Authorize Contract With NYS Electric & Gas (NYSEG) For Power Partners Program – Office For The Aging 236 5/8/00 Authorize Contract With Steuben Home Care – Office For The Aging 240 5/8/00 Authorization To Renew Contract With Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling And Referral Agency (Flacra) For
Drug/Alcohol Services Program For Family Assistance Recipients 266 6/12/00 Authorize Maintenance Agreement With Ikon Office Solutions, Inc. – Mental Health 268 6/12/00 Accept Proposal From Fairman Drilling Company For Oil/Gas Leasing On County-Owned Land 273 6/12/00 Authorize Extension Of Scoped Agreement For The Year 2000 277 6/12/00 Authorize Maintenance Contract With Office Equipment Source, Inc. For Xerox 3001 Engineering Copier – Real Property Tax Agency 278 6/12/00 Authorize Memorandum Of Understanding With NYS Office Of Real Property Services 287 6/12/00 Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) 295 7/10/00 Authorize Billing Software Support Agreement For Datacron – Public Health 296 7/10/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Miller Associates For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health 297 7/10/00 Amend Finger Lakes Parent Network Agreement – Mental Health 298 7/10/000 Authorize Agreement With Family Services Society – Mental Health 301 7/10/00 Authorization To Contract With Schuyler Arc For Medical Transportation Services – Social Services 302 7/10/00 Authorize Renewal Of Labor Only Service Agreement With Standard Register – Social Services 303 7/10/00 Authorize Two-Year Agreement With Fisher Associates And Hunt Engineers – Highway 310 7/10/00 Resolution Authorizing An Amendment To The Contract For Data Collection Services With Charles Chamberlain – Real Property Tax Agency 318 7/10/00 Authorize Contract For Billing Services – Shared Fuel Facility 320 7/10/00 Authorize Extension Of Contract With Group Insurance Administration Service 327 8/14/00 Authorize Contract With Exercise Enterprises For Rsvp “Bone Builders Program” - Public Health 328 8/14/00 Authorize Contract With Andrew Taylor - Mental Health 329 8/14/00 Amend Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement - Mental Health 330 8/14/00 Authorize Agreements With John Ball For Early Intervention And Preschool Special Education Occupational Therapy - Public Health 334 8/14/00 Authorization To Renew Nyspin Upgrade And Installment Purchase Agreement – Probation 335 8/14/00 Authorization To Renew Nyspin Upgrade And Installment Purchase Agreement – Sheriff 336 8/14/00 Authorize Application And Contract For 2000/2001 New York State Aid To Prosecution Grant – District Attorney 346 8/14/00 Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails
Grant Application For Trail Tamers Of Schuyler County For The Years 2000-2001 357 9/11/00 Authorize Agreement With Affiliated Psychological Services For Early Intervention Conference – Public Health 358 9/11/00 Amend Family Services Society Agreement – Mental Health 359 9/11/00 Authorize Agreement With Freed, Maxick, Sachs & Murphy, P.C. – Public Health 379 9/11/00 Authorize Adoption Of Contract Policy Manual 380 9/11/00 Authorize Contract With Group Health Administration Service 388 9/11/00 Authorize Contract With Scoped To Administer The Remaining Canal Corridor Initiative Program Funds 390 9/11/00 Authorize Extension Of Scoped Agreement For Grant Writing/Administration For The Year 2000 391 9/11/00 Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Child Care Coordinating Council For Computer Installation/Repair Assistance – Central Data Processing 392 9/11/00 Authorize Contract With Cornell Cooperative Extension For Computer Installation/Repair Assistance – Central Data Processing 395 9/11/00 Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails Grant Application For Spencer-VanEtten Snowmobile Club 403 10/10/00 Authorize Agreement With Schuyler Hospital For Therapy Services – Medical Prospective Payment System – Public Health 405 10/10/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health – As Amended 407 10/10/00 Amend Contract With Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement – Mental Health 410 10/10/00 Authorize Contract Amendment With County Attorney For Legal Services – Social Services 414 10/10/00 Authorize Contract With Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing For The Purpose Of Administering Funds Under The Home Investment Partnership Program (Home Program) 425 10/10/00 Authorization To Enter Into An Agreement With Family Service Society For Provision Of Big Brother/Big Sister Case Management Services 429 10/10/00 Discontinue Perry & Carroll As Broker For Ghi 431 10/10/00 Authorize Contract With Suny Binghamton For Tax Study To Be Budgeted In 2001 441 11/13/00 Authorize Amendment To Pathways, Inc. Agreement – Mental Health 442 11/13/00 Authorize Amendment To Agreement With Affiliated Psychological Services, P.C. – Mental Health 443 11/13/00 Authorize Amendment To Schuyler Arc 2000 Agreement – Mental Health 448 11/13/00 Authorize Lease Agreement Renewal With Youth Bureau/Runaway And Homeless Program For Rent –
Buildings And Grounds 449 11/13/00 Authorize Lease Agreement Renewal With Cooperative Extension For Space – Buildings And Grounds 453 11/13/00 Authorize Maintenance Agreement Renewal With Motorola – Emergency Management 474 11/13/00 Resolution Approving The Purposes And Activities Of The New York State Local Government Services Corporation And The Issuance Of Said Corporation’s Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2000 And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Lease With The Corporation And A Sublease With The Schuyler County Community Services Board 485 12/11/00 Agreement To Sponsor A Free Spay/Neuter Clinic For Cats And Dogs Owned By Low-Income Residents Of Schuyler County 486 12/11/00 Authorize Amendment To 2000 Agreement With Flacra – Mental Health 488 12/11/00 Authorize Amendment To Resolution No. 403-00 – Public Health 490 12/11/00 Authorize Contract With Cooperative Extension For Food Stamp Nutrition Program – Social Services 500 12/11/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Monroe County – Sheriff’s Department 501 12/11/00 Authorize Agreement With Dtn Corporation For Weather Services – Emergency Management - FAILED 506 12/11/00 Authorize Memorandum Of Understanding With Rsvp For Medical Transportation For Various Departments 514 12/11/00 Authorize Contract With Catholic Charities For The Runaway And Homeless Program – Youth Bureau – As Amended 516 12/11/00 Authorize Contract With Professional Service Industries, Inc. - Highway Department 567 12/27/00 Amend Resolution No. 405-00 To Renew Contract With Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health 582 12/27/00 Accept Proposal For Deferred Compensation Plan 587 12/27/00 Authorize Renewal Contract With The Schuyler County Chamber Of Commerce – Legislature 593 12/27/00 Authorize Contract With Schuyler County Partnership For Economic Development (Scoped) 594 12/27/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Scoped For Grant Writing Services 595 12/27/00 Authorize Contract Amendment With Scoped For Additional Funds For Economic Development
BIDS
51 2/14/00 Authorize Advertisement For Material Bids For The Highway Department For 2000 53 2/14/00 Authorize Preparation Of Property For Bidding – Hector
Gravel Pit 134 3/13/00 Accept Bid For New And Unused 2000 Tri-Axle Live Bottom Trailer 135 3/13/00 Accept/Reject Bids For The Construction Of County Road 13 Bridge Over Banfield Creek Bin# 3332300 151 3/13/00 Accept Proposal For The Household Hazardous Waste & Farm Pesticide Collection Day 202 4/10/00 Accept/Reject Bids For Ice Control Sand 203 4/10/00 Accept/Reject Bids For Pavement Markings 204 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Guiderail 205 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Signs, Posts, Extensions & Sign Blanks 206 4/10/00 Accept Bid For Steel Belted Radial Tires 207 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Bank Run Gravel, Modified Gravel, Sand & Select Granular Fill 208 4/10/00 Accept Bid For New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized Pipe, New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized And Asphalt Treated Pipe, New Corrugated Metal Pipe-Arch, New Galvanized Flared End Sections 209 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Crushed Limestone & Crushed Gravel 210 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Cold Mix Patching Materials 211 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Used Steel Pipe 212 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Asphalt Emulsions 213 4/10/00 Accept Bid For Steel Plate, Polyethylene Pipe, New & Used Bridge & Shop Steel 214 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Used Bituminous Concrete Asphalt 215 4/10/00 Accept Bids For Ready-Mix Concrete & Retaining Wall Blocks 230 5/8/00 Authorize Advertisement For Bids For Transportation Of Preschool Children With Disabilities From 7/1/00-6/30/01 – Public Health 271 6/12/00 Authorize Advertisement For Bids For Abstracting Services For 2000 Tax Sale Auction Properties 283 6/12/00 Accept/Reject Bids For The Transportation Of Preschool Children With Disabilities For The Period 7/1/00- 6/30/2001 - Public Health 325 7/17/00 Accept Bid For Abstracting Services For 2001 Tax Sale Auction 338 8/14/00 Accept/Reject Bids For Harvesting Of Timber In County Owned Forest – Buildings And Grounds 370 9/11/00 Authorize Bid Procedure For Trash Removal And Recycling – Buildings And Grounds 371 9/11/00 Authorize Advertisement For Bid For Elevator Repair Maintenance And Testing Services – Buildings And Grounds 378 9/11/00 Authorize Bidding For 457 Deferred Compensation Model Plan 381 9/11/00 Authorize Advertising For Bids For Replacement Of Copiers For Schuyler County Offices For The Period 1/1/2001 – 12/31/2003 426 10/10/00 Accept/Reject Bids For The Replacement Of Copiers For Schuyler County Offices For The Period 1/1/2001 –
12/31/2003 451 11/13/00 Accept Proposal From Professional Service Industries, Inc. For Subsurface Exploration And Geo-Technical Evaluation – Highway 494 12/11/00 Accept Request For Proposal For Elevator Maintenance – Buildings And Grounds 495 12/11/00 Accept Request For Proposal For Fire Alarm Testing And Maintenance – Buildings And Grounds
BOARD/COUNCIL/AGENCIES
20 1/03/00 Appointments - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (Scida) 20A 1/03/00 Amend Resolution No. 20-2000 - Failed 39 1/10/00 Authorize Appointments – Agriculture And Farmland Protection Board 40 1/10/00 Authorize Appointments – Auditing Committee 41 1/10/00 Authorize Two-Year Appointments 42 1/10/00 Authorize One-Year Appointments 43 1/10/00 Authorize Appointments – Forest Practice Board 44 1/10/00 Authorize Appointment – Health Services Advisory Board 45 1/10/00 Authorize Appointments – Workforce Development Board 46 1/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 15-98/Appointments – Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency 89 2/14/00 Approve Process For Recruitment Of Members To The Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (Scida) 126 3/13/00 Appointment To Local Conditional Release Commission 150 3/13/00 Appointments – Schuyler County Planning Commission 185 4/10/00 Authorize Change In Appointed Director To Regional Economic Development And Energy Corporation (Redec) Board 194 4/10/00 Resolution To Support Consolidation Of A Regional Health Services Advisory Committee And Abolish The Local Health Services Advisory Committee – Public Health 219 4/10/00 Resolution Supporting A Change In The Membership Section Of The Southern Tier Central Regional Planning And Development Board’s By-Laws 220 4/10/00 Authorize Appointments To The Labor/Management Committee 249 5/8/00 Authorize Appointment For The Region 8 Open Space Advisory Committee 275 6/12/00 Appointments – Environmental Management Council 294 7/10/00 Authorize Appointments To The Alcoholism And Substance Abuse Subcommittee – Mental Health 352 8/14/00 Authorize Appointments – Environmental Management Council 355 8/14/00 Appointment - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (Scida) 361 9/11/00 Authorize Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Subcommittee Appointment - Mental Health 422 10/10/00 Appointments – Schuyler County Environmental
Management Council 424 10/10/00 Appointments – Workforce Development Board 600 12/27/00 Authorize The Creation Of A Space Committee 603 12/27/00 Appointment – Joint Schuyler/Steuben Rural Transportation Advisory Committee
BUDGET ITEMS
31 1/10/00 Authorize Increase In 2000 Appropriations And Transfer Of Funds – Chamber Of Commerce 56 2/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds And Purchase Of Vehicle – Sheriff’s Department 81 2/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency Account For Budget Officer Stipend 91 2/14/00 Authorize Contract With Corning Enterprises, Inc. For Tri- County Branding Initiative And Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency 97 2/14/00 Authorize Purchase Of Dishwasher And Transfer Of Funds – Office For The Aging 100 2/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Printer – District Attorney 161 3/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Food Carriers – Office For The Aging 162 3/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Computer Equipment – Legislature 163 3/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Software – Highway Administration 175A 4/10/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 175 To Increase The Amount Of Transfer To $5,000 175 4/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For County Administrator Advertisement – As Amended 179 4/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds And Purchase Of Burster – Treasurer 222 4/10/00 Authorize Increase In Capital Project Budget – Seneca Harbor Lakefront Park 229 5/08/00 Amend 2000 Budget For Diabetes Program – Public Health 239 5/8/00 Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget – Youth Bureau 241 5/8/00 Authorization To Amend The 2000 Budget – Social Services 245 5/8/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Phase Loss Protection – Buildings And Grounds 253 5/8/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Conference And Mileage Expenses – Legislature – As Amended 253A 5/8/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 253 267 6/12/00 Authorize Amendment To 2000 County Budget For Alcoholism Service Programs – Mental Health 332 8/14/00 Authorize Increase In Social Services Budget For Day Care Provider Registration 353 8/14/00 Resolution Directing The Setting Of A Budget Procedure And Timeline Pursuant To County Law 364 9/11/00 Authorize Budget Modifications – Office For The Aging
366 9/11/00 Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget – Social Services 404 10/10/00 Amend 2000 County Budget – Federal Salary Sharing Funds – Mental Health 436 10/10/00 Authorize Increase In 2000 Heap Budget - Department Of Social Services 457 11/13/00 Set Date For Public Hearing On County Budget For 2001 473 11/13/00 Resolution In Support Of The Regents 2002 Budget And Legislative Initiatives For The Public Library System 477 11/28/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – District Attorney 478 11/28/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Board Of Elections 480 11/28/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 484 12/4/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Various Departments 491 12/11/00 Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services Day Care 492 12/11/00 Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services State Training Schools 493 12/11/00 Authorization To Amend 2000 Budget - Social Services Vehicle 520a 12/11/00 Motion To Table Resolutions 520-523 520 12/11/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 - Tabled 521 12/11/00 Adoption Of Schuyler County Budget For 2001 – Tabled 522 12/11/00 Appropriate The Several Amounts Specified In Budget In Column Entitled "2001" - Tabled 523 12/11/00 2001 Budget Of $ : Legislature To Determine Town Contribution To County Taxes And Issue Certificate To Each Town – Tabled 529 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – District Attorney 530 12/14/15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Seneca Harbor Park 531 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Planning – As Amended 532 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Cooperative Extension 533 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 534 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Public Health 535 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Salt Storage Facility – As Amended 536 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Snow Removal 537 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Radios 538 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Treasurer
539 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator – Failed 539A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Table Resolution No. 539 540 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator 541 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Other Employee Benefits 542 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Other Performing Arts - Failed 543 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Historian - Failed 544 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Civil Service/Personnel 545 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Sheriff 546 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Budget 547 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Attorney 548 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Legislature 549 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Purchasing 550 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Central Data Processing 551 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Real Property Tax Agency 552 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Board Of Elections – As Amended 553 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Publicity – As Amended 554 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Probation 555 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 556 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 557 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 558 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 559 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 560 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services - Failed 561 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services 562 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – As Amended 563 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator
564 12/14-15/00 Adoption Of Schuyler County Budget For 2001 565 12/14-15/00 Appropriate The Several Amounts Specified In Budget In Column Entitled "2001" 566 12/14-15/00 2001 Budget Of $25,299,384 Legislature To Determine Town Contribution To County Taxes And Issue Certificate To Each Town 570 12/27/00 Authorize Budget Modification – Office For The Aging 574 12/27/00 Authorize Increase In 2000 Heap Budget – Social Services
DIRECTIVES
8 1/03/00 Conform To "Rules Of Procedure" 379 9/11/00 Authorize Adoption Of Contract Policy Manual
FINANCIAL
7 1/03/00 Designation Of Depositories For Schuyler County Funds 113 2/14/00 Resolution Urging The Continuation Of Maintaining Separate State Funding For Youth Services 159 3/13/00 Approve Revised Sliding Fee Schedule – Public Health 299 7/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Purchase Of Software – Office For The Aging 300 7/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Foster Care – Social Services 313 7/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management – As Amended 337 8/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Survey - Buildings And Grounds 344 8/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management 347 8/14/00 Amend Resolution No. 313–00 – Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management 354 8/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Emergency Aid To Adults - Department Of Social Services 375 9/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Match Grant For Surveillance Vehicle – Sheriff’s Department 383 9/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Training – Civil Service/Personnel 384 9/11/00 Transfer Of Funds To Town Of Hector (Hector Grazing Lands) 412 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Utilities And Personal Services – Lake Front 413 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Assigned Counsel Expenses 418 10/10/00 Resolution In Support Of District I Comprehensive Planning Study 420 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Overtime – Board Of Elections 421 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase Shredder – Records Management 433 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Machinery Fund Shared
Fuel Facility 435 10/10/00 Authorize Transfer Funds To Foster Care - Department Of Social Services 450 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Forester – Buildings And Grounds 452 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Maintenance – Sheriff’s Department 454 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Assigned Counsel Expenses 456 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Moving Expenses For County Administrator – As Amended 456A 11/13/00 Amend Resolution No. 456 459 11/13/00 Authorize Resolution To Correct Retirement Error For Two Employees On Maternity Disability In 1989/1990 - 464 11/13/00 Authorize Creation Of “Voice And Data Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund [Class Reserve] 465 11/13/00 Authorize Creation Of “Emergency Wireless Communications Equipment” Reserve Fund [Type Reserve] 466 11/13/00 Authorize Creation Of “Breakwater” Reserve Fund 467 11/13/00 Authorize Creation Of A “Facilities And Grounds” Reserve Fund 468 11/13/00 Authorizing The Establishment Of A Special Revenue Fund To Be Known As The “Economic Development Fund” 470 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Community Colleges 471 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Fax Machine – County Clerk 472 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Civil Service/Personnel 487 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Computer Hardware And Software – Mental Health 496 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Utilities At Seneca Harbor Park – Buildings And Grounds 498 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Cover Shortage In Gas Account – Sheriff’s Department 499 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Personnel – Sheriff’s Department 508 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Advertising And Professional Fees And Services – Civil Service/Personnel 512 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Overtime Expenses – Board Of Elections 517 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase An Internal Processing Unit For Konica Copier – County Attorney’s Office 518 12/11/00 Amend Resolution No. 385-00 – Authorize Purchase Of Server For Financial System – Treasurer’s Office 519 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Purchase Computer And Printer – Youth Bureau 526 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Community Colleges
527 12/11/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds – State Retirement Account 568 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Automobile – Public Health 572 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds – Runaway And Homeless Program 573 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds To Foster Care – Social Services 586 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds - Various Departments 598 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Laser Printer – Real Property 604 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Architectural Fees – Public Health 605 12/27/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Tires – Office For The Aging 606 12/27/00 Authorize Encumbrance Of 2000 Funds For Civil Service/Personnel, Treasurer’s Office And Public Health
GRANTS
29 1/10/00 Authorize Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign Records Management Grant Application Form And All Relative Reports 2000-2001 30 1/10/00 Authorize Grant Application And Related Documents For New York State Archive And Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Funds - Geographic Information Systems (Gis) 32 1/10/00 Authorize Review Process For Issuance Of Funds Under The Small Cities Community Development Block Grant 33 1/10/00 Authorize Submission Of Schuyler County Applications For The Home Program And Senior Survey Under Fy99 Hud Funding By Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing 34 1/10/00 Authorize Establishment Of Account In Anticipation Of Receiving Funds Under The Edge Education For Gainful Employment Grant – Social Services 38 1/10/00 Authorize Establishment Of Account For The Building Independence For The Long Term (Bilt) Grant – Social Services 57 2/14/00 Approval Of Alternatives To Incarceration Plan 2000 58 2/14/00 Authorization For The Chairman To Sign The Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant (Jaibg) – Probation 64 2/14/00 Amendment To Resolution No. 327-99 For The Early Intervention/ Child Find/Cshcn 10/1/99 - 9/30/2000 Program Grant To Reflect The Addition Of The Cshcn Funds – Public Health 87 2/14/00 Authorize Preparation Of Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (Cdbg) Application And Set Dates For Required Public Hearings 99 2/14/00 Authorization To Apply For Byrne Anti-Drug Funds – Sheriff’s Department 152 3/13/00 Authorize Grant Extension – Agricultural And Farmland Protection Planning Grant – Contract #C010030
153 3/13/00 Support Of Healthy Heart Grant - Public Health 181 4/10/00 Resolution To Authorize Preparation And Submission Of New York State Department Of State Quality Communities Demonstration Project Grant Application 186 4/10/00 Resolution To Authorize Preparation And Submission Of Application To Us Department Of Housing And Urban Development, Community Planning And Development For Fy2000 Edi-Special Project 187 4/10/00 Authorize Submission Of Community Development Block Grant (Cdbg) Small Cities Application 248 5/8/00 Authorize Preparation And Submission Of Grant Application To Appalachian Regional Commission (Arc) Area Development Program For Fy 2001 274 6/12/00 Agreement To Be Local Sponsor For Snowmobile Trails Grant Application For Horseheads Snowmobile Club 317 7/10/00 Authorize Extension Of Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund Grant And Keyboard Specialist Position – Civil Service/Personnel Department 339 8/14/00 Authorize Grant Application To Be Submitted To New York State Office Of Parks, Recreation And Historic Preservation For The Seneca Harbor Park Project Phase II 360 9/11/00 Authorize Extension Of Immunization Grant Through March 31, 2001 – Public Health 365 9/11/00 Authorize State Grant Application And Acceptance – Office For The Aging 369 9/11/00 Authorize Grant Application To Be Submitted To Environmental Protection Fund 2000-2001 For The Seneca Harbor Park Breakwater 387 9/11/00 Resolution Authorizing The Filing Of An Application For A State Grant-In-Aid For A Municipal Waste Reduction And/Or Recycling Project And Signing Of The Associated State Contract, Under The Appropriate Laws Of New York State 440 11/13/00 Re-Designation Of Loan Committee For The Canal Corridor Initiative Grant 444 11/13/00 Authorize 2000-2001 Grant For The Early Intervention/Child Find/Cshcn Program – Public Health 497 12/11/00 Authorize Grant Extension For Jaibg Grant – Probation Department 596 12/27/00 Authorize Submission Of A Cooperative Records Management Grant Application For Two Towns And The County – Records Management 597 12/27/00 Authorize Grant Application And Related Documents For New York State Archives And Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Funds – Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – Real Property
INSURANCE MATTERS
79 2/14/00 Accept Proposal For Property/Casualty Insurances For The County Of Schuyler
111 2/14/00 Resolution In Support Of The Proposed State Assumption Of Local Hcra 2000 Family Health Plus Costs 173 4/10/00 Adoption Of The Amended And Restated Deferred Compensation Model Plan
LOCAL LAWS
23 1/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 4 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 1 Of The Year 2000 - Setting The Salary For The Chairman Of The Legislature For The Year 2000 24 1/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 5 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 4 Of The Year 2000 Setting The Salary Of Certain Public Officers For The Year 2000 25 1/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 1 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 3 Of 1997 - Setting Salaries Of The Sheriff And The District Attorney 26 1/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 6 Of The Year 1999/Local Law No. 5 Of The Year 2000 Setting The Salary Of Certain Public Officers For The Year 2000 27 1/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 1 Of 1999 - Setting The Salary Of The Chairman 27A 1/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 27-2000 - Failed 77 2/14/00 Local Law No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 3 Of 1997 – Setting Salaries Of The Sheriff And The District Attorney 78 2/14/00 Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 1 Of 1999 – Setting The Salary Of The Chairman 149 3/13/00 Local Law Intro. No. 4 Of The Year 2000 Providing For The Participation Of The County Of Schuyler In The Town Of Dix Water And Sewer District Creation Process And For The Provision Of Certain Services And Funds To The Town Of Dix In Furtherance Thereof 153 3/13/00 Local Law Intro. No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1978 Regarding Written Notice Of Defects And Obstructions 188 4/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 8 Of The Year 2000 Providing For The Participation Of The County Of Schuyler In The Town Of Dix Water And Sewer District Creation Process And For The Provision Of Certain Services And Funds To The Town Of Dix In Furtherance Thereof 217 4/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 5 Of The Year 2000 To Establish The Disability Exemption Pursuant To Real Property Tax Law (Rptl) Section 459-C 218 4/10/00 Local Law No. 6 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1978 Regarding Written Notice Of Defects And Obstructions 256 5/8/00 Local Law Intro. No. 5/Local Law No. 7 The Year 2000 To Establish The Disability Exemption Pursuant To Real Property Tax Law (Rptl) Section 459-C 289 6/12/00 Local Law Intro. No. 8 Of The Year 2000 To Amend Local
Law No. 3 Of The Year 1999 Allowing For Reimbursement Of Moving Expenses For The Office Of County Administrator For The County Of Schuyler 291 6/28/00 Local Law Intro. No. 9 Of The Year 2000 In Relation To The Sale By Schuyler County Of Its Rights To Receive Payments Expected To Become Due Under The Master Settlement Agreement And The Related Consent Decree And Final Judgement With Various Tobacco Companies 306 7/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 8/Local Law No. 9 Of The Year 2000 To Amend Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 1999 Allowing For Reimbursement Of Moving Expenses For The Office Of County Administrator For The County Of Schuyler 333 8/14/00 Local Law Intro. No. 10 Of The Year 2000 Increasing The Hours Of The District Attorney To Full-Time 341 8/14/00 Local Law Intro. No. 9/Local Law No. 10 Of The Year 2000 In Relation To The Sale By Schuyler County Of Its Rights To Receive Payments Expected To Become Due Under The Master Settlement Agreement And The Related Consent Decree And Final Judgement With Various Tobacco Companies 372 9/11/00 Local Law Intro. No. 10/Local Law No. 11 Of The Year 2000 Increasing The Hours Of The District Attorney To Full-Time 389 9/11/00 Local Law Intro No. 11 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1974 To Change Section 3, Item B, In Regards To Membership - Tabled 389A 9/11/00 Motion To Table Resolution No. 389 430 10/10/00 Local Law Intro. No. 11 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 455 11/13/00 Local Law Intro. No. 11/Local Law No. 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 463 11/13/00 Local Law Intro. No. 12/Local Law No. 12 To Establish An Empire Zone In Certain Areas Of Schuyler County, New York And To Authorize The Preparation And Submission Of An Application For The Designation Of Such Empire Zone 502 12/11/00 Local Law Intro. No 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001 502A 12/11/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 502 – Failed 584 12/27/00 Local Law Intro. No 13 Of The Year 2000 Setting Salaries For Certain Public Officers For 2001
MISCELLANEOUS
1 1/03/00 Close Nominations - 2000 Chairperson Of The Schuyler County Legislature 5 1/03/00 "Continuity Of Local Government" For 2000 6 1/03/00 Designation Of Legal County Newspaper 21 1/10/00 Approve Minutes Of The December 6, 1999 Public Hearing And December 13, 1999 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 48 1/10/00 Authorize One (1) Resolution Be Brought To The Floor
50 2/14/00 Approve Minutes Of The December 14, 1999 Public Hearing, December 14, 1999 Special Meeting, December 29, 1999 Year End Meeting, January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting And January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 52 2/14/00 Resolution Requesting The State Of New York For A Speed Study/Reduction For County Route 14/Beardsley Hollow – Highway 112 2/14/00 Resolution Calling For A Comprehensive Plan To Address Tanf Maintenance Of Effort Shortfalls Impacting Local Taxpayers 114 2/14/00 Authorize Eight (8) Additional Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 123 2/22/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting 125 3/13/00 Approve Minutes Of The January 18, 2000 Public Hearing, February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting And February 22, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 133 3/13/00 Resolution Urging The Reinstatement Of Funding To Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (Chips) 136 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Civil Service Department 137 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Social Services Department 138 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Probation Department 139 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Public Health Department 140 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 141 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Veterans Department 142 3/13/00 Declare Census 2000 Proclamation 166 3/13/00 Authorize One (1) Additional Resolution Be Brought To The Floor 168 4/10/00 Approve Minutes Of The March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting And The March 15, 2000 And April 5, 2000 Public Hearings Of The Schuyler County Legislature 169 4/10/00 Establish Fee For Replacement Of Photo I.D. Cards – Personnel 174 4/10/00 Proclaim Week Of April 9-15, 2000 As “Volunteer Week” 176 4/10/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Buildings And Grounds 177 4/10/00 Declare Equipment Surplus - Probation 178 4/10/00 Amend Schuyler County Policies And Procedures Manual –Time Card Policy 180 4/10/00 Adopt Fair Housing Plan In Compliance With Us Department Of Housing And Urban Development Requirements 182 4/10/00 Resolution Of The Schuyler County Legislature Regarding Acceptance Of A Schuyler County Agriculture And Farmland Protection Plan 183 4/10/00 A Resolution To Adopt The Proposal To Create An Agricultural District Compromising Of Certain Lands In The Town Of Catharine, Cayuta And Montour To Be Known As Schuyler County Agricultural District #3 184 4/10/00 Accept Proposal From Seneca Meadows, Inc. For Tire Collection Day 189 4/10/00 Proclaim Week Of May 7-13, 2000 As “National Tourism
Week” 190 4/10/00 Resolution Declaring National Nurses Week – Public Health 191 4/10/00 Resolution Declaring April As Alcohol Awareness Month – Mental Health 192 4/10/00 Resolution Declaring April As Child Abuse Prevention Month 193 4/10/00 Authorize Approval Of The Lead Poisoning Prevention Program 2000-2001 – Public Health 196 4/10/00 Authorize Out Of State Travel – Public Health 198 4/10/00 Authorize The Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign Any And All Documents Relative To The Addition To The Mill Creek Center 199 4/10/00 Amend Schuyler County Policies And Procedures Relative To Use Of County Cars – Public Health 223 4/10/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Highway Department 224 4/10/00 Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 226 5/8/00 Approve Minutes Of The April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 227 5/8/00 Proclaim Month Of May As “Mental Health Month” 237 5/8/00 Support Increase In New York State Funding For The Community Services For The Elderly Program 242 5/8/00 Accept Proposal From Hunt Engineers For County Route 8 Overpass 244 5/8/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Highway 246 5/8/00 Authorize The Sheriff To Apply For Shelter Manager To Sell Dog Licenses 247 5/8/00 Lands Purchased By The State Of New York 250 5/8/00 Supporting The Schuyler-Steuben Revised Rural Transportation Proposal To New York State Department Of Transportation 251 5/8/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 257 5/8/00 Motion To Bring Three (3) Resolutions To The Floor 261 6/12/00 Approve Minutes Of The May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 263 6/12/00 Authorize Acceptance Of The Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, Workforce Investment Act, Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs – As Amended 264 6/12/00 Authorize Chairman Of Legislature To Write Letter In Support Of Alternative Veterans Tax Exemption 269 6/12/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Civil Service Department 270 6/12/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Watershed Department 272 6/12/00 Resolution On Delaying Congressional Action On Internet Tax Moratorium 279 6/12/00 Request The New York State Commissioner Of Agriculture And Markets To Implement The Rogers-Allen Act 281 6/12/00 Urging Inclusion Of Local Funding In Proposed New York State Transportation Bond Act Pursuant To Section 153 Of The County Law 282 6/12/00 Authorize Letter Of Interest To Nysac Regarding Pool
Participants For New York County Tobacco Trust (Nyctt) 285 6/12/00 Authorize County Match For Rural Transportation Study Project 286 6/12/00 Authorization To Bring Three (3) Resolutions To The Floor 290 6/28/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting Call 293 7/10/00 Approve Minutes Of The June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting And June 28, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 305 7/10/00 Resolution Recommending Amendment To County Law Section 211 309 7/10/00 Resolution Supporting New York State’s Involvement In The Chesapeake Bay Program 315 7/10/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – County Attorney’s Office 321 7/10/00 Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 324 7/10/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting Call 326 8/14/00 Approve Minutes Of The July 10, 2000 Regular Meeting And July 17, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 340 8/14/00 Authorize Easement/Right-Of-Way With Watkins Glen Central School District 342 8/14/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Public Health Department 343 8/14/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Public Health Department 345 8/14/00 New York Tourist Promotion Act Designation By County Of Official Tourist Promotion Agency 2000-2001 348 8/14/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – County Clerk Department 349 8/14/00 Amend Resolution No. 263-00 - Authorize Acceptance Of The Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, Workforce Investment Act, Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs 350 8/14/00 Declare Equipment Junk – Mental Health Department 351 8/14/00 Declare Equipment Surplus –Mental Health Department 356 9/11/00 Approve Minutes Of The August 14, 2000 Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 363 9/11/00 Authorize Acceptance Of Additional Triangle Funds – Youth Bureau 368 9/11/00 Accept Proposal For Engineering Services For County Route 5 Pedestrian Bridge Study – Highway 374 9/11/00 Authorize Stop Dwi Plan For 2001 – Sheriff’s Department 376 9/11/00 Annual Update Of The Pins Diversion Plan 382 9/11/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Social Services Department 393 9/11/00 Declare Week Of October 8, 2000 As National Archives Week – Records Management 397 9/11/00 Authorize Two Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 399 9/11/00 Resolution In Support Of The Broadband Internet Access Act Legislation 400 10/2/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting 402 10/10/00 Approve Minutes Of The September 11, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 411 10/10/00 Accept Quotation From National Survey, Inc. For Publishing Of County Maps – Highway 415 10/10/00 Schuyler County Legislature Proclaims October As “Radon
Awareness Month” 416 10/10/00 Schuyler County Legislature Proclaims November 15, 2000 As “America Recycles Day” 417 10/10/00 Resolution Supporting The Transportation Infrastructure Bond Act Of 2000 419 10/10/00 Authorize The Chairman Of The Legislature To Sign A Letter In Support Of Digitization Of The Soils In New York State 423 10/10/00 Resolution Concerning Response To The West Nile Virus Health Concern 432 10/10/00 Authorize Increase In The CCC Capital Chargeback Contingent Upon Chemung And Steuben Counties Approval Of The Same 439 11/13/00 Approve Minutes Of The October 2, 2000 Special Meeting, The October 10, 2000 Regular Meeting And The November 3, 2000 Special Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 446 11/13/00 Authorize Acceptance Of Watkins Glen International (WGI) Raceway’s Contribution To The Youth Bureau 458 11/13/00 Set Dates For Special Meeting Of The Legislature 469 11/13/00 Authorize Five (5) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 476 11/28/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting 481 12/4/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting 484A 12/11/00 Approve Minutes Of The November 13, 2000 Regular Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 503 12/11/00 Set Date - 2000 Year End Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 504 12/11/00 Set Date - 2001 Organizational Meeting Of The Schuyler County Legislature 515 12/11/00 Authorize The Purchase Of A New Stove – Office For The Aging 525 12/11/00 Authorize Two (2) Resolutions Be Brought To The Floor 528 12/14-15/00 Ratification Of Special Meeting 581 12/27/00 DEDICATION OF 2000 PROCEEDINGS 583 12/27/00 Resolution Requesting The New York State Legislature To Renew The Additional 1% Sales Tax For Schuyler County Pursuant To Section 40 Of The Municipal Home Rule Law
NEGOTIATIONS
74 2/14/00 Benefits For Schuyler County Employees Not Covered By A Bargaining Agreement 124 2/22/00 Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Administrative Unit CSEA
PERSONNEL MATTERS
70 4/10/00 Authorize Increase In Civil Service Application Fees – Personnel 292 6/28/00 Authorize Memorandum Of Agreement With The Deputy
Sheriff’s Association 307 7/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 172-00 – Personnel Clerk 308 7/10/00 Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan 428 10/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 366-85/Policy For Department Heads In Filling Vacant Positions 524 12/11/00 Authorize Health Insurance Contribution Increase For Management/ Confidential Employees, Attorneys And Elected Officials 599 12/27/00 Acknowledgement Of Board Of Election Changes
ABOLISH/CREATE/CHANGE POSITION
96 2/14/00 Authorize Increase In Hours For Meal Deliverer Position – Office For The Aging 127 3/13/00 Authorize The Creation Of Correction Officer Positions For Jail – Sheriff’s Department 128 3/13/00 Authorize The Creation Of Dispatcher Positions For Communications Center – Sheriff’s Department 129 3/13/00 Authorize Creation Of Sergeant Position For Jail – Sheriff’s Department 172 4/10/00 Authorize Filling Personnel Clerk Position – Personnel – As Amended 197 4/10/00 Authorize Filling Of Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 200 4/10/00 Approve Transfer Of A Half-Time Account Clerk Typist Position From Public Health To Mental Health 232 5/8/00 Authorize Filling Supervising Social Worker – Mental Health 233 5/8/00 Authorization To Create And Fill Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 234 5/8/00 Authorize Creation And Filling Of Health Information Technician Position – Mental Health 238 5/8/00 Authorize Creation, Advertisement And Filling Of A Second Runaway And Homeless Youth Counselor Position – Youth Bureau 243 5/8/00 Authorize Filling Two (2) Seasonal Laborers Positions – Highway Department 276 6/12/00 Authorize Creation Of And Appointment To The Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee 284 6/12/00 Authorize Creation Of Services Aide Position – Office For The Aging 304 7/10/00 Authorize The Creation And Filling Of A Probation Officer Position 314 7/10/00 Authorize Filling Of Payroll Clerk – Treasurer’s Office 319 7/10/00 Authorize Creation Of Cook Manager Trainee Position – Office For The Aging 331 7/10/00 Reduce Hours Of Runaway And Homeless Youth Counselor Position – Youth Bureau 362 9/11/00 Authorization To Fill Staff Social Worker Position – Mental Health 377 9/11/00 Authorize Increase In The Hours Of The Confidential
Secretary To The District Attorney To Forty (40) Hours A Week 394 9/11/00 Authorize Filling Part-Time Account Clerk Typist Position – Highway 406 10/10/00 Authorize Creation And Filliing Of Clinical Worker – Mental Health 408 10/10/00 Authorize Creation And Filling Of Two Supportive Case Managers – Mental Health – As Amended 408A 10/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 408 409 10/10/00 Authorize Filling Cook Manager Position – Office For The Aging 461 11/13/00 Create Title Of Coordinator Of Information Technology Services – Central Data Processing – Tabled 489 12/11/00 Authorize Increase In Hours For Account Clerk Typist In The Youth Bureau 569 12/27/00 Authorization To Fill Part-Time Nurse Position – Public Health 571 12/27/00 Authorize Extension Of Increased Hours For The Account Clerk Typist – Youth Bureau 579 12/27/00 Authorization To Increase The Hours Of The Paralegal – Social Services
PERMANENT
73 2/14/00 Authorize Filling Supervising Social Worker – Mental Health 132 3/13/00 Authorize Filling Vacant Automotive Mechanic Position – Highway 158 3/13/00 Authorize Filling Registered Nurse Part-Time – Public Health
TEMPORARY
28 1/10/00 Authorize Hiring Of Temporary Civil Service Clerk – Civil Service/Personnel 322 7/10/00 Authorize Temporary Clerical Support And Transfer Of Funds – Social Services 367 9/11/00 Authorization To Create And Fill A Temporary Position In The Children’s Services Unit – Social Services 398 9/11/00 Authorization To Create And Fill A Temporary Position Of Additional Full-Time Assistant County Attorney 507 12/11/00 Authorize Increase In Hours For Typist In The Civil Service/Personnel Department On A Temporary Basis 589 12/27/00 Authorize Extension For Use Of Part-Time Typist On Temporary Basis – Civil Service/ Personnel
RESIGNATION/TERMINATION
447 11/13/00 Accept Resignation Of Youth Services Planner And Authorize Advertising For Director Of Youth Bureau
APPOINTED OFFICIALS
2 1/03/00 Appointment - Chair, Schuyler County Legislature - 2000 3 1/03/00 Appointment - Clerk To The Legislature 4 1/03/00 Appointment - Deputy Clerk To The Legislature 9 1/03/00 Appointment - Schuyler County Attorney – 2000-2003 10 1/03/00 Appointment - Assistant County Attorney – 2000-2003 11 1/03/00 Appointment - Confidential Secretary To County Attorney – 2000-2003 12 1/03/00 Appointment - Budget Officer For 2000 – As Amended 13 1/03/00 Appointment - County Auditor For 2000 and 2001 14 1/03/00 Appointment - Chief Voting Machine Custodian 15 1/03/00 Appointment - Chief Coroner For 2000 16 1/03/00 Appointment - Schuyler County Public Defender 17 1/03/00 Appointment – County Historian 18 1/03/00 Appointment – Deputy County Treasurer – 2000-2003 37 1/10/00 Authorize Appointment Of Purchasing Agent 88 2/14/00 Appointment Of Fair Housing Officer In Compliance With U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development Housing Requirements 101 2/14/00 Authorize Appointment – Economic Opportunity Program Board Of Directors 102 2/14/00 Authorize Appointment – Soil And Water Conservation Board Of Directors 103 2/14/00 Authorize Appointment – Schuyler County Planning Commission 104 2/14/00 Authorize Appointments – Inter-County Association Of Western New York 105 2/14/00 Authorize Appointment – Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency 106 2/14/00 Amend Resolution No. 41-00 Relative To Appointments To The Environmental Management Council 107 2/14/00 Authorize Appointments – Emergency Medical And Highway Safety Committee 108 2/14/00 Authorize Appointment – Mental Health Committees 109 2/14/00 Authorize Appointments – Health Services Advisory Board And Professional Advisory Committee 110 2/14/00 Authorize Appointments – Schuyler County Youth Board 115 2/14/00 Acknowledge Appointment/Set Salary – Board Of Elections 254 5/8/00 Acknowledge Appointment And Set Salary For Undersheriff/Stop DWI Coordinator 255 5/8/00 Appointment – Stop DWI Coordinator And Authorize Stipend – Sheriff’s Department 262 6/12/00 Appointments – Office For The Aging Advisory Council 288 6/12/00 Authorize Appointment Of Schuyler County Administrator 312 7/10/00 Resolution Appointing James Corl And Gerald Chafee To The Information Technology Steering Committee – Central Data Processing 373 9/11/00 Appointment Of A Deputy Fire Investigator Coordinator – Emergency Management
PLANNING AND EXPANSION
418 10/10/00 Resolution In Support Of District I Comprehensive Planning Study 445 11/13/00 Approval Of The Office For The Aging 2001 Annual Implementation Plan For The Older Americans Act And NYS Community Services For The Elderly Programs
PUBLIC HEARINGS
87 2/14/00 Authorize Preparation Of Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (Cdbg) Application And Set Dates For Required Public Hearings 457 11/13/00 Set Date For Public Hearing On County Budget For 2001
SALARIES
12A 01/03/00 Amend Resolution No. 12-2000 To Increase The Stipend Of The Budget Officer 19 01/03/00 Schedule Of Salaries For 2000 75 2/14/00 Adopt Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan Dated January 19, 2000 76 2/14/00 Amend 2000 Salary Schedule And Authorize Transfer Of Funds 77 2/14/00 Local Law No. 2 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 3 Of 1997 – Setting Salaries Of The Sheriff And The District Attorney 78 2/14/00 Local Law No. 3 Of The Year 2000 Amending Local Law No. 1 Of 1999 – Setting The Salary Of The Chairman 80 2/14/00 Approve Amended Factor Rating Chart For Inclusion Into The Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan 81 2/14/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency Account For Budget Officer Stipend 115 2/14/00 Acknowledge Appointment/Set Salary – Board Of Elections 171 4/10/00 Authorize Salary For Office For The Aging Case Supervisor Grade B 252 5/8/00 Amend The Management/Confidential Salary Plan 254 5/8/00 Acknowledge Appointment And Set Salary For Undersheriff/Stop DWI Coordinator 427 10/10/00 Accept The Consumer Price Index For Cost Of Living Adjustment (Cola) For Salaries And Ranges – Management/Confidential Salary Plan (Mcsp) 434 10/10/00 Adopt Stipend Reward Program For Management/Confidential Salary Employees 513 12/11/00 Approve Recommendation Of Appeals Committee For 2001 Management Confidential Salary Of Watershed Inspector And Authorize Amendment Of The Management/Confidential Salary Plan
TAX MATTERS
49 1/10/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll - Boyle 82 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Perry 83 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Biehl 84 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Thompson 85 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Crane 116 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Klopf 117 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Myers 118 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll –Sturton/Clark 119 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Clark 120 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Ciccone 121 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Ameigh 122 2/14/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Corrected Tax Roll – Landon 144 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Melchione 145 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Brockway 146 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Sgrecci 147 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Gibbons 148 3/13/00 Authorize Chairman To Sign Letters Of Agreement With The Villages For The County To Provide Tax Bill Processing 167 3/13/00 Resolution To Approve Application For Refund Of Taxes – Clark/Sturton 216 4/10/00 Declare Surplus The 1998 Tax Map Set – Real Property Tax Agency 258 5/8/00 Authorize Contracts For The Town Of Orange Data Collection Project – Real Property Tax Agency 259 5/8/00 Authorize Chairman To Sign Anotice To Vacate@ And The Sheriff=S Department To Hand Deliver Notices 260 5/8/00 Authorize Treasurer To Cancel Tax On Property Tax Map #12.-1-77.12 In The Town Of Hector 280 6/12/00 Authorizing Distribution Of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant To Section 261 Of The New York State Tax Law 311 7/10/00 Resolution To Cancel The Current Tax On Parcel 53.20-1-
1 In The Town Of Reading – Real Property Tax Agency 386 9/11/00 Accept Offers To Purchase And Quitclaim Property Taken By Tax Deed 401 10/2/00 Accept Tax Auction Bids 431 10/10/00 Authorize Contract With Suny Binghamton For Tax Study To Be Budgeted In 2001 460 11/13/00 Accept Tax Auction Bid For Goodsell Property – Tabled 460A 11/13/00 Table Resolution Nos. 460 & 461 505 12/11/00 Authorizing Distribution Of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant To Section 261 Of The New York State Tax Law 509 12/11/00 Resolution To Adopt Equalization Rates For The Apportionment Of The Year 2001 County Tax Levy – Real Property 510 12/11/00 Authorize Town Of Hector Delinquent Water Bills To Be Charged On The January, 2001, Town And County Tax Bills – Real Property Tax Service 511 12/11/00 Authorize Town Of Reading Delinquent Sewer And Water Bills To Be Charged On The January, 2001, Town And County Tax Bills – Real Property Tax Service 585 12/27/00 Unpaid School Taxes - Assessed And Relevied For 2000- 01
RESCINDED
228 5/8/00 Authorize Agreement With Gretchen Ann Jacobs For Early Intervention Program Services And Preschool Special Education Speech Therapy – Public Health – Rescinded March 12, 2001 462 11/13/00 Resolution Requesting Cornell University Reconsider New Educational Requirements For Cooperative Extension Agents Pursuant To Section 153 Of The County Law – Rescinded March 12, 2001 588 12/27/00 Rescind Stipend For Computer Related Services
AMENDED
12 1/03/00 Appointment - Budget Officer For 2000 – As Amended 172 4/10/00 Authorize Filling Personnel Clerk Position – Personnel – As Amended 175 4/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For County Administrator Advertisement – As Amended 253 5/8/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Conference And Mileage Expenses – Legislature – As Amended 263 6/12/00 Authorize Acceptance Of The Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben Workforce Development Board, Workforce Investment Act, Summer Component, Youth Comprehensive Programs – As Amended 313 7/10/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds For Reader/Printer – Records Management – As Amended 385 9/11/00 Authorize Purchase Of Server For Financial System – Treasurer – As Amended
405 10/10/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Pediatric Physical & Occupational Therapy Services For Preschool Special Education Therapy Services – Public Health – As Amended 456 11/13/00 Authorize Transfer Of Funds From Contingency For Moving Expenses For County Administrator – As Amended 461 12/11/00 Create Title Of Coordinator Of Information Technology Services – Central Data Processing – As Amended 514 12/11/00 Authorize Contract With Catholic Charities For The Runaway And Homeless Program – Youth Bureau – As Amended 531 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Planning – As Amended 531A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 531 535 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Salt Storage Facility – As Amended 535A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 535 552 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Board Of Elections – As Amended 552A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 552 553 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Publicity – As Amended 553A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 553 580 12/27/00 Authorize Contract Amendment With John C.T. Hayes, Esq. For Legal Services – District Attorney – As Amended – Rescinded By Resolution No. 178-01 602 12/27/00 Appointment - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (Scida) – As Amended 602A 12/27/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 602
WITHDRAWN
2/14/00 Authorization For The Chairman To Sign The Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant (Jaibg) – Probation- Withdrawn 2/14/00 Amend Resolution No. 82-98 – Contract For Legal Services For 1998 – District Attorney- Withdrawn 2/14/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With Schuyler Hospital For Home Health Therapy Services From 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – Public Health- Withdrawn 2/14/00 Authorize Creation Of And Appointment To The Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee- Withdrawn 3/13/00 Declare Equipment Surplus – Social Services Department – Withdrawn 4/10/00 Resolution To Observe Everyday As Earth Day – Withdrawn 5/8/00 Authorize Contract Renewal With The Village Of Montour Falls For Additional Police Coverage – Sheriff’s Department – Withdrawn
6/12/00 Authorize Billing Software Support Agreement With Datacron – Public Health – Withdrawn 9/11/00 Increase The Hours Of The Clerk(S) To The Board Of Elections From 20 Hours To 35 Hours A Week – Withdrawn 10/10/00 Authorize Creation Of Deputy Position – Public Health Withdrawn 10/10/00 Authorize Creation Of Deputy Position – Mental Health Withdrawn
TABLED
389 9/11/00 Local Law Intro No. 11 Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 1974 To Change Section 3, Item B, In Regards To Membership - Tabled 461 11/13/00 Create Title Of Coordinator Of Information Technology Services – Central Data Processing – Tabled 520 12/11/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 - Tabled 521 12/11/00 Adoption Of Schuyler County Budget For 2001 – Tabled 522 12/11/00 Appropriate The Several Amounts Specified In Budget In Column Entitled "2001" - Tabled 523 12/11/00 2001 Budget Of $ : Legislature To Determine Town Contribution To County Taxes And Issue Certificate To Each Town – Tabled 575 12/27/00 Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Caseworker – Social Services - Tabled 575a 12/27/00 Motion To Table Resolution Nos. 575-578 576 12/27/00 Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (Tanf) Caseworker – Social Services - Tabled 577 12/27/00 Authorize To Create And Fill The Position Of Social Welfare Examiner – Social Services - Tabled 578 12/27/00 Authorization To Create And Fill The Position Of Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (Tanf) Social Welfare Examiner – Social Services - Tabled 590 12/27/00 Authorize Stipend Reward For Personnel Assistant – Civil Service/Personnel - Tabled 590a 12/27/00 Motion To Table Resolutions No. 590-592 591 12/27/00 Authorize Stipend Reward For Deputy Treasurer – Treasurer’s Office - Tabled 592 12/27/00 Authorize Stipend Reward For Purchasing AGENT – TABLED
FAILED
20A 1/03/00 Amend Resolution No. 20-2000 - Failed 27A 1/10/00 Amend Resolution No. 27-2000 – Failed 47 1/10/00 Resolution Halting County Administrator Hiring And Authorize Proceeding With Feasibility Study – Failed
221 4/10/00 Resolution In Support Of Fuel Reserves Initiatives – Failed 225 4/10/00 Authorize Creation Of Grant Writer/Grant Administrator Position – Failed 275A 6/12/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 275 – Failed 353A 8/14/00 Motion To Table Resolution No. 353 – Failed 396 9/11/00 Resolution In Support Of Maintaining The Continuity Of The 31st Congressional District - Failed 479 11/28/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 482 12/4/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services - Failed 483 12/4/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – Failed 501 12/11/00 Authorize Agreement With Dtn Corporation For Weather Services – Emergency Management - Failed 502A 12/11/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 502 – Failed 539 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – County Administrator - Failed 542 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Other Performing Arts - Failed 543 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Historian - Failed 559 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services - Failed 560 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services - Failed 562 12/14-15/00 Alteration Of Tentative Budget Pursuant To County Law Section 358 – Social Services – As Amended 562A 12/14-15/00 Motion To Amend Resolution No. 562
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